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Coming Up in Frankford

  • Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
    When – Sun, September 6, 12pm – 5pm
    Where – 4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Jenny Wade of Gettysburg Judy Giesberg
  • Historical Society of Frankford program
    When – Tue, September 8, 7:30pm – 9:00pm
    Where – 1507 Orthodox St., Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – The Historical Society of Frankford Invites you to Attend September’s Program “Gardens of Philadelphia” presented by Adam Levine Tuesday, September 8. 2009 At 7:30PM. HSF Members: Free Non Members: Suggested Donation $5.00 Light Refreshments Served At Historical Society of Frankford 1507 Orthodox Street Philadelphia, PA 19125 For more information call 215-743-6030 www.frankfordhistoricalsociety.org We hope you can make it!
  • PRESSURE COOKER on TV
    When – Sat, September 12, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
    Where – BET Network Comcast channel 21 in PhilaDELPHIA (map)
    Description – On Saturday, September 12, BET, a division of Viacom, will premiere two compelling specials as part of the network’s ongoing education initiative and Viacom’s new Get Schooled platform — award-winning documentary PRESSURE COOKER.
  • PANCAKE BREAKFAST
    When – Sun, September 13, 8:30am – 12:00pm
    Where – St. Joachim’s Fitzmaurice Hall, 1527 Church Street, Philadelphia, PA (map)
    Description – The menu will include: Juice, Pancakes and Sausage, Coffee, Tea, Milk, and Pastry. The cost will be $5.00 for Adults and Children $3.00 (ages 4yrs to 12 yrs.). We will also offer the McB Sandwich (Muffin, Egg, Cheese, Pork Roll) for $3.00. Take-out will also be available. You could also treat your Grandparents for Grandparents Day!
  • SBN (Sustainable Business Network)Meet Me in a Minute Networking Event
    When – Wed, September 16, 6pm – 7pm
    Where – Globe Dye Works, 4500 Worth Street (map)
  • Frankford Festival
    When – Sun, September 20, 11am – 4pm
    Where – Overington Park, Leiper St. and Orthodox St. (map)
    Description – The Philadelphia Parking Authority will extend courtesy for the Frankford Festival’s Tenth Anniversary celebration. Parking will be allowed in the “No Parking Any Time” zones on the following blocks adjacent to Overington Park: 4600 Leiper Street, W/S, Arrot Street to Orthodox Street, 1300 Orthodox Street, N/S, Pilling Street to Leiper Street, Leiper Street will not be blocked for the event and there will be no street closures. Moonbounce, Dunk Tank Petting zoo Rock Climbing Wall (Army National Guard) Face painting contest (St. James Church) T-shirt stamping and painting contest Northeast Philly Idol contest
  • Frankford Civic Association Meeting
    When – Thu, October 1, 7pm – 8pm
    Where – Frankford Hospital – 2nd floor conference room (map)
  • Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
    When – Sun, October 4, 12pm – 5pm
    Where4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    DescriptionPresentation at 1:30 PM: Civil War Era Entertainment Dr Sid Copel
  • Mater Dolorosa 2nd Annual “Fall Gala”
    When – Sun, October 4, 2:00pm – 7:30pm
    Where – DiPinto’s Caterers, Torresdale & Frankford Ave (map)
    Description – PM to 6 PM. DiPinto’s Caterers, Torresdale & Frankford Ave., Buffet Dinner, Beer, Wine & Soda, DJ, Tickets $35.00 can be purchased at Rectory 215-535-4036 or call Lou Altomari 215- 285-2067.
  • Overington Park Craft Fair
    When – Sat, October 17, 9am – 1pm
    Where – Overington Park, Leiper St and Orthodox St. (map)
    Description – Craft fair/ flea market. $5.00 per space, The Frankford Garden Club will be doing a bulb planting demonstration and answering your garden questions. Please come out and take a look, join your neighbors for our Friends Of Overington Park Fall Fest. (rain date of Oct. 24)
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  • One Love Basketball, Volleyball, Church Choir contestNext Week In Frankford
    When – Sat, August 22, 9am – 12pm
    Where – Wissinoming Park (map)
  • Frankford Garden Club Meeting
    When – Tue, August 25, 6pm – 8pm
    Where – See below (map)
    Description – Second Frankford Garden Tour and Party Beginning 6 PM at Gloria Green’s garden, 4617 Paul Street (just North of Orthodox St) 215-288-3672 Next, a 4 block walk (or drive) to Una Esther Coyle’s garden at 4634 Hawthorne St.   On to Yvonne Phillips’ at 1727 Plum Street, only one block away, 215-744-1247 Finishing with Rose Britton’s garden, at 1713 Plum Street, 215-743-9483,for Pot Luck and Drinks – Bring your favorite dish to share! AND Please bring a chair or two!
  • 2009 DENI 3v3 BASKETBALL SIGN-UPS
    When – Wed, August 26, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
    Where – DENI PLAYGROUND BASKETBALL COURTS (1381 RUAN ST) Philadelphia, PA (map)
    Description – THE 2009 DENI 3v3 BASKETBALL SIGN-UPS WILL BE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2009 AND WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER, 2, 2009 FROM 5:30-7:30 PM AT THE DENI PLAYGROUND BASKETBALL COURTS (1381 RUAN ST). THE REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE $20. THE DENI 3v3 BASKETBALL LEAGUE IS COED FOR AGES 10-13. THE SEASON WILL START ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th AND RUN TILL SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31st. THE GAMES WILL BE PLAYED ON SATURDAY MORNINGS ON THE DENI BASKETBALL COURTS. TO REVIEW THE DENI 3v3 BASKETBALL RULES CHECK THE DENI PLAYGROUND WEBSITE. www.deniplayground.com
  • Frankford Depot Community Family & Friends Day
    When – Sun, August 30, 12pm – 3pm
    Where – McIlvain Recreation Center Penn and Pratt Streets (map)
  • Frankford Civic Association Meeting
    When – Thu, September 3, 7pm – 8pm
    Where – Frankford Hospital – 2nd floor conference room (map)
  • Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
    When – Sun, September 6, 12pm – 5pm
    Where4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Jenny Wade of Gettysburg Judy Giesberg
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  • Old Heads Softball Game & Picnic Next Week In Frankford
    When-Sat, August 15, 4pm – 6pm
    Where-Gambrel’s field – Ditman Street (map)
  • One Love Basketball, Volleyball, Church Choir contest
    When-Sat, August 22, 9am – 12pm
    Where-Wissinoming Park (map)
  • Frankford Depot Community Family & Friends Day
    When-Sun, August 30, 12pm – 3pm
    Where-McIlvain Recreation Center Penn and Pratt Streets (map)
  • Frankford Civic Association Meeting
    When-Thu, September 3, 7pm – 8pm
    Where-Frankford Hospital – 2nd floor conference room (map)
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  • ‘Living Healthier’ fair in Frankford
    When-Fri, July 31, 10am – 11am
    Where-St. Mark’s Church, 4442 Frankford Ave. (map)
    Description-Rep. Tony Payton to host free ‘Living Healthier’ fair in Frankford Please mark your calendars for Friday, July 31, when I host my first “Living Healthier” fair with Greater Philadelphia Health Action to help people learn some simple but effective ways they can lead a healthier lifestyle. The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, July 31 at St. Mark’s Church, 4442 Frankford Ave. It will feature a variety of local community health-care providers, free on-site examinations, and information to help adults and children live healthier lives. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided. People of all ages are welcome to attend. If you would like more information about this event or any other state-related issue, please do not hesitate to contact me.
  • Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
    When-Sun, August 2, 12pm – 5pm
    Where-4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description-From Ft Sumter to Appomattox: General Samuel W. Crawford Presented by Mr. Rich Wagner
  • Community discussion on the potential use of the historic Benjamin Rush house
    When-Mon, August 3, 6pm – 8pm
    Where-Medical Office Building at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in the third floor conference room (map)
    Description-Knights of Pythias Greenwood Cemetery will host a community discussion on the potential use of the historic house. As you know, the house has been inhabitable for many years however; under new ownership the cemetery has plans to renovate and restore the house. Please see www.kpgreenwoodcemetery.org for the full details. The guest facilitator will be Ann Barton Brown. Ms. Brown brings a wealth of knowledge, including thirty-five years experience as a curator, collections manager, strategic planner and fundraiser for museums and non profit arts and community organizations. With your input we hope to determine the most effective use of the house, not only for the cemetery but for the community as well. Therefore, your participation is greatly appreciated. The meeting will be held in the Medical Office Building at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in the third floor conference room on August 3rd from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. If you have any questions please call 215-533-2967.
  • Kick off rally for National Night Out
    When-Mon, August 3, 6pm – 8pm
    Where-Wal*Mart Parking Lot – 1601 South Columbus Blvd. (map)
    Description-Philadelphia’s Night Out Kick off rally for National Night Out Monday August 3rd, 2009\ Please join us in honoring Philadelphia’s Town Watch groups Wal*Mart Parking Lot – 1601 South Columbus Blvd. Fun for the whole family – music, refreshments, prizes You don’t want to miss this great event Don’t forget to turn on your lights and turn off crime on August 4th
  • National Night Out
    When-Tue, August 4, 8pm – Wed, August 5, 12am
    Description-Don’t forget to turn on your lights and turn off crime on August 4th
  • Frankford Civic Association Meeting
    When-Thu, August 6, 7pm – 8pm
    Where-Frankford Hospital – 2nd floor conference room (map)
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  • Yard SalesNext Week In Frankford
    When-Saturday, Jul 11, 2009
    Where-4600 Block of Griscom St. (map)
    Description– Weather permitting there will be at least two yard sales possibly four on the 4600 block of Griscom St. Items include new free trade Guatemalin hacky sacks, antique ladder back rocker, mantis roto tiller, cooks uniforms (new), new dog crate, ceramic heaters, woman’s and children’s clothes, jewelry, bread maker, vacuums and other household items you never knew you wanted. There is a possibility of a bake sale table too. Take a stroll on down and look around.