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#7660 From: michael.rice@...
Date: Tue Aug 2, 2011 2:10 pm
Subject: Solving the Flash Mob Situation michael.rice@...
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In light of recent events regarding "Flash Mobs", there have been a number of incidents involving our youth and violent assaults on the streets of Philadelphia. The media is depicting African American youth as young as 11 years old as participating in random acts of violence on video. The events are happening more often and becoming more violent. Since these youth also have the highest drop out rate and truancy rates as well as being categorized as "more likely to kill or be killed", this situation requires an urgent, strategic and organized response.

Most of the individuals who are on this email list represent essential resource and that is why I am reaching to you for assistance. It is only through a combined, collaborative and open process will we be able to address this situation.

Please send me your ideas and methodology for a proactive approach to addressing this matter.

In your comments/responses please include your ideas on the causes of Flash mobbing and your constructive ideas for a positive solution.

While I know you are busy, please take the time to respond to this email. We will be working to bring together the appropriate community leaders including youth to help address this "emergency situation.

I thank you in advance for your assistance.

Remember someone wise once said, " you are either part of the solution or part of the problem."

Blessed by the Best

Michael Rice
Community Engagement Specialist
Office of Truancy & Delinquency Prevention
Division of Community Based Prevention Services
Three Parkway
1601 Cherry Street, 9th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-683-4027

Aspire to Inspire - Pray First, Aim High and Stay Focused

"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you and next you win."
Mahatma Ghandi

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#7661 From: "Rmship" <rmship@...>
Date: Wed Aug 3, 2011 10:59 am
Subject: Help me Win dream job Contest! Urgent!! rmship
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Help me Win dream job Contest! Quick click equals a vote! Thanks, 5000 votes,
lets do it!
Posted by Baba Bob Shipman on August 2, 2011 at 4:15pm
View My Blog
Baba Bob her1 really shoting for 5000 votes, as I know the power of my friends,
family and connections! we started late, the leader has 2500 votes. I believe in
the power of our network!
click this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZCPqzyYrQM counts as a vote for
my son,  leader has 2500 votes, for dream job contest, help us please, quick
simple.

You guys know how hard I work for others, help m please! My son has a real shot
to win , only with your help.  I post Jobs, housing and your events. please send
this out to your friens an lists.
folks are looking and dont elieve we can do it. I DO! between all of the
Powerful connections i have I Know we WILL win!
If everyone sends to 10 friends and they Click thats a hundred, if the 100 sends
to another 10 friends thats 1000, lets do this all! PLEASE
see more below about Ronald Shipman
Please read! Dream job Candidate Ronald Shipman, Request your like and vote !
Thanks!
by Baba Bob Shipman on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 2:34pm
Ron rose from young single dad to a great student athlete and family man. Has a
undergrad degree and years of reporting experience. i am so proud of our
positive young people. his knowledge of the athletic world stems from his
personal experience as All public 4 letter man to Division II level college
forball at a HBCU as a walk on. visit here for more about his experience Wilder
World of Sports Micah sims http://bit.ly/qTyUrO visit , please like and vote for
him...deserves a shot!
Coaches POP Warner football team (liberty)
Taught Middle shool students
Sports reporter www.philly1.com
  http://bit.ly/qTyUrO his sports history 25,500 links on Google
Former Drug and alcohol counsler
Personal banker
This is from Baba Bob Shipman, community activist, social humanitarian, media /
social consultant. I work hard to highlight the happenings across our region.
Work to assist all walks of life. Today I humbly ask for your help , please
visit the video and like him and comment if possible.
you do not have to register but if u do it would count as a vote as well, love
you al!
GO HERE, BELOW visit now, today over and over...
Please send out daily to your networks and keep us posted !
http://www.975thefanatic.com/contests/2011/fanatic-dream-job/View.a...
As you already know, we're not only looking for a host with a great attitude
that can rile up listeners, we're looking for someone who's capable of creating
buzz about the station and station promotions and events.
This is your chance, should you choose, to generate buzz for yourself now by
getting your video seen by as many people as possible.  Post it on Facebook,
email it out to friends and have your friends post it & retweet on Twitter.  The
more people that see your work, the greater your presence among Fanatic
listeners will be.  Run wild with your video.
Ultimately, the decision for which entrants become one of the 10 semi-finalists
is up to the 97.5 programming department. We'll keep you up to date as new
information about that phase of the contest becomes available. Good luck!
Baba for Ron!

Ronald Shipman
August 1, 2011 3:18 AM

Ronald Shipman
Cell 215-432-3449
http://youtu.be/LZCPqzyYrQM
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Ronald R. Shipman

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#7662 From: "Scott, James" <jwscott@...>
Date: Tue Aug 2, 2011 5:34 pm
Subject: FW: jwscott@...
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Community:

Good afternoon. Attached is the flyer with the details for the Thursday, August 4^th food donation to the Never Say Never Community Center in the West Philadelphia area. We are in need of the support of the entire community.

Claudia S. Averette

Deputy Chief of Administration to the Superintendent

215-400-5623

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#7663 From: "Rozario, Beverly" <brozario@...>
Date: Mon Aug 1, 2011 6:58 pm
Subject: Invite for Budget Briefing brozario@...
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Representative W. Curtis Thomas is please to invite to his annual budget briefing which will be held this Thursday, August 4, 2011 from 5:30pm to 8:30 pm at the Temple School of Dentistry. Free parking is being provided. Please call and/or email Manny Citron @ 215-560-3261, email: mcitron@... to confirm attendance.

SEE ATTACHED FLYER.

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#7664 From: "Mengel, Jonathan" <Jonathan.Mengel@...>
Date: Tue Aug 2, 2011 6:23 pm
Subject: August Payments -- PRESS RELEASE Jonathan.Mengel@...
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Tuesday, August 2, 2011 Press Office

For Immediate Release 410-965-8904 press.office@...

News Release

SOCIAL SECURITY

Social Security Benefits Will Be Paid on Time

Michael J. Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security, announced today that Social Security payments for August 3^rd will be made on time and as scheduled. Payments for August 10^th, 17^th, and 24^th also will be made as scheduled.

“I am happy to announce there will be no delay in the payment of August Social Security benefits,” Commissioner Astrue said, “which should be a relief to those people who were concerned about their benefits. I’m pleased the President and Congress were able to come together in a bipartisan fashion to avoid an interruption in payments.”

People still receiving paper checks from Social Security should consider signing up for Direct Deposit, the secure and convenient way to receive Social Security payments. All current beneficiaries must switch to electronic payments by March 1, 2013.

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#7665 From: Bob Shipman <rmship@...>
Date: Sun Jul 31, 2011 3:18 am
Subject: Fwd: Macaroni Kid NE Philly - EMC - July 29, 2011 rmship
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Date: Fri, Jul 29, 2011 at 4:30 PM
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NE Philly - EMC

July 29, 2011

The weekly newsletter of NE Philly - EMC activities to entertain,
stimulate and exhaust your kids.

Just a Macaroni Minute

Welcome New Subscribers!

This Tuesday Michelle Clarke from NWPhilly MacKid and I were on NBC10's "Your News" to talk about Macaroni Kid! Click on Still Time for Summertime Fun with the Kids to see the clip.

Follow us on FACEBOOK and TWITTER (@MacKidNEPhilly).

Welcome new subscribers! Scroll down toMacaroni Kid for Newbies to find out all the tricks of the trade to get the most out of your weekly newsletter! Check back all week for updates and more fun! Be sure to look past the Events to find more articles and ...

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Paying it Forward

The Kindness of Strangers

When they hear the phrase pay it forward, I'd guess that most people think of the popular Catherine Ryan Hyde book or the Warner Bros film of that name. Surprisingly, the concept has shown up in literature as far back as ancients Athens and in the writings of our beloved Benjamin Franklin. The expression itself was popularized by one of my favorite Golden Age of Science Fiction authors, Robert Heinlein. In his 1951 book, Between Planets, he writes: "The banker reached into the folds of his gown, pulled out ...

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Macaroni Summer Craft

Tie Dye

Every summer the kids and I get together with our friends and have a tie-dye playdate. While the creations are always unique, the concept is always the same. Here's how we do it.

What you will need:

pre-washed, and dried, clothing items to dye
gumbands (rubber bands)
clothespins (optional)
misting spray bottle
buckets for dye (one for each color plus at least one extra)
packets of fabric dye
very warm or hot water
garden hose

What to do:

Take the pre-washed clothing items and dampen them with water from ...

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Macaroni Made

Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza

Here is a yummy recipe for grilled pizza that my whole family LOVES! You can switch out the BBQ sauce and chicken with your favorite sauce and toppings! See below for a few photos of other variations we have made.

Ingredients:

16oz Pizza Dough (available in the deli section of your supermarket)
18oz BBQ Sauce
8oz Grilled Chicken Breast
8oz Mushrooms, sliced
1 Medium Onion, diced
6oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese
6oz Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Olive Oil, as needed
All Purpose Flour, as needed
Salt & Pepper, to taste

Directions:

Preheat grill ...

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This Week's Adoptable Cuties!

NAR, PAWS & PSPCA

Bunny is an adorable orange bobtail male available for adoption at the Northeast Animal Rescue. He was born April 2011.

Bunny is a character. He loves to wrestle and play with his foster friends. He purrs at the drop of a hat and loves to be petted. Bunny is up to date on shots, tested negative for FIV/FeLV and is neutered.

Anyone interested in adopting Bunny can visit the Northeast Animal Rescue located inside the PetSmart at 11000 Roosevelt Bvld., or fill out an application at nar.rescuegroups.org ...

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Macaroni Deal

Discount code for "Flatten Me" personalized books, cards, journals & wall art

Flatten me has provided me with a 20% off code for our Macaroni Kid Families. The offer will run now until August 31st for purchases made at flattenme.com. Please use Code: MACKID20 at checkout. It takes 1.5-2 weeks to receive your personalized book or cards. See shipping options for more details. All you need to order your personalized item is one photo of your child looking straight into the camera. We can work with any skin color and hair length to make your child's personalized book magical.

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Macaroni Review

Smurfs Are Back!

The Smurfs in 3D!

Our little blue friends the Smurfs are back and taking on the Big Apple! Only 3 apples high themselves, the Smurfs need to figure out a way to get back to their mushroom village after being chased out by the evil wizard Gargamel. Transported through a magic portal they find themselves on the busy streets of New York City. Join Papa Smurf, Smurfette ( voiced by Katy Perry), Clumsy, Grouchy, Brainy, and Gutsy Smurf as they meet new friends Patrick & Grace ( Neil Patrick Harris & Jayma Mays), expectant ...

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Macaroni Kid for Newbies

A Review for the Rest of Us!

When you open your newsletter are your images not displayed? Be sure to click "Always Display Images from this Sender" in order to receive the full content!

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When you click on Read more at the bottom of any article, you are actually taken to the complete article on the Macaroni Kid website. To continue reading on the website -- where you will see ALL the newsletter's content -- just scroll up and look for NE Philly - EMC Home right below Calendar in the top left of the page. Click on that ...

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This is NOT the end of Your Newsletter

Don't miss all the articles & giveaways below the events listings!

♥ MORE GREAT ARTICLES, CRAFTS AND RECIPES BELOW! ♥

Our events listings are long ... which is great! Unfortunately, some e-mail servers will cut off the newsletter before you've had a chance to read (or even SEE) everything in this week's issue!

There are more great articles after the Events list, from crafts, to recipes, to local activities and classes. There is something for everyone at the end of this newsletter. Go to the website at http://www.nephilly.macaronikid.com/, look to the left and check out the ENTIRE table ...

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This Week's Picks:

July 29th through August 4th

Friday, July 29 through Friday, August 19 - ABINGTON TOWNSHIP REMEMBERS 9/11 - Calling all Young Poets

A poetry contest will be held in remembrance of 9/11. One winning poem from each age category will be read at Abington Township’s 9/11 commemoration. Winning entrant does not need to be available to read his/her poem. Poetry will not be returned. Please return all entries to the Circulation Desk at the Abington Free Library or the Roslyn Library. Poems must be received by August 19, 2011. Any form of poetry will be acceptable. All submitted work must be original as well as the work of the entrant, not previously published. Composition should be no more than 20 lines.

Where: Abington Free Library or the Roslyn Library
When: n/a
Who: All Abington Township/Rockledge Borough children and young adults. Entries will be divided into three age categories: 9 and under, 10 to 13 and 14 to 18.
How: Forms are available at the Abington Township Municipal Building, the Abington Township Public Libraries, or online at abingtonfreelibrary.org. All entries must be typed and attached to the form (no e-mailed entries). Poet’s name must not appear on the poem. Completed entry form will be numbered and corresponding number will be placed on typed poem. Entries will be judged by a team of jurors.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Sponsored by the Abington Township Public Library

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Friday, July 29 through Sunday, September 11 - Paddle Penn's Landing

“Paddle Penn’s Landing” is making a splash as it returns for the 2011 season. The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) and the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) have partnered to bring the program back for a third year. Rent kayaks and swan boats and enjoy the river in a safe and supervised environment. The Paddle Penn’s Landing program is open to the public on Fridays from 4:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from noon- 8:00 p.m.

Where: The kayaks and swan boats launch from the Penn’s Landing Marina, just south of the Independence Seaport Museum and Ferry Dock where the water is calm and where boaters will be far removed from boat traffic on the Delaware River.

When: Fridays from 4:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from noon- 8:00 p.m.
Who: Outdoor enthusiasts, families and kayakers of all levels
How: Eight solo kayaks and three tandem kayaks are available for rent. The 10 swan boats available for rent are easily powered by foot pedals and can seat two people and a child. All kayak or swan boat participants will be required to wear life jackets.

Cost: Kayak rental is $8 per person and includes a 10-minute overview introduction to the sport, with instruction on basic strokes, safety tips and supervision while on the water. The pedal swan boats cost $10 per boat and are ideal for families with children under the age of 12, or for boaters who would like to leisurely experience the Delaware River and enjoy the great views.

For more info: Contact Laurie Heinerichs: Phone 215-629-3218 or go to the Web Page: http://www.delawareriverevents.com

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Friday, July 29 through Sunday, October 23 - Mummies of the World

Mummies of the World, the largest exhibition of mummies and related artifacts ever assembled, is at The Franklin Institute. This compelling collection, presented with reverence and dignity, includes ancient mummies and important artifacts from Asia, Oceania, South America, Europe, as well as ancient Egypt, dating as far back as 6,500 years. Embark on a journey into the extraordinary world of mummies and mummification. Through modern science, engaging interactives and multi-media exhibits, the exhibition reveals how the scientific study of mummies provides a window into the lives of ancient people from every region of the world, offering unprecedented insights into past cultures and civilization.

Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 North 20th Street (20th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway), Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Thursday-Sunday, 5-8:30pm (Mummies of the World evening hours; last exhibit admission at 7pm))
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Purchase tickets online at Mummies of the World OR by Phone: Call 1-877-TFI-TIXS (Phone lines open daily from 9:00AM - 5:00PM)

Cost: DAILY: Adult: $26.50; Seniors 62+: $24.50; Children ages 4-11: $19.50 - includes general admission. THURSDAY - SUNDAY EVENINGS: Adult: $19.50; Seniors 62+: $17.50; Children ages 4-11: $14.50 - include admission to Mummies of the World only.

For more info: Call: (215) 448-1200. Exhibit will be here until 10/23/2011.

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Friday, July 29 through Thursday, August 4 - Jack and the Beanstalk - Presented by Storybook Musical Theatre

When Jack trades the family cow for a handful of magic beans, he starts on an adventure that takes him up the bean stalk and into the home of an ogre couple. This fun musical is based on a classic Old English fairy tale.

Where: Mitchell Performing Arts Center, Tomlinson and Buck Roads, Bryn Athyn, PA.
When: 11:00 AM (Sunday 2:00 PM (Tuesday through Saturday))
Who: Appropriate for age 3 and older.
How: Buy tickets online for Storybook Musical Theatre.

Cost: Adults: $12; Children: $10; Groups: $7.95-$6.95
For more info: Also playing August 5 – August 6, 2011. For showtimes call 215-659-8550.

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Friday, July 29 - Disney's Alice in Wonderland

Based on the Disney film adaptation of the Lewis Caroll novel, this musical follows the adventures of Alice as she journeys through a strange land, meeting odd characters such as the Dodo Bird, the Tweedles, the Cheshire Cat and the Caterpillar. This updated production features new arrangements of songs from the movie.

Where: Bristol Riverside Theatre, 120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA 19007

When: 11:00 AM (Also at 1 PM)
Who: Appropriate for the whole famly
How: Click on Bristol Riverside Theatre Tickets to order.

Cost: Tickets: $8
For more info: 215-785-0100, http://www.BRTstage.org

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Friday, July 29 - Last Friday in Warrington

Every Last Friday from May to November, get All You Want in Warrington: Live Entertainment; Kids' Entertainment (rides, games, inflatables, dunk tank, balloons, stilt walkers, rock wall & more -- tickets are $1/each, $10/15 or $15/full access); Happy Hour Specials; Wine & Beer Tasting; Finest in Shoping; Bands, DJ and Karaoke!

Where: Valley Square Shopping Center,, Rt. 611 at Street Road, Warrington, PA

When: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Something for everyone in the family!
How: Just come to Valley Square Shopping Center.
Cost: Admission is FREE!

For more info: Call: 267-487-3000 or go to Last Friday in Warrington.

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Friday, July 29 - Outdoor Concert Featuring City Rhythm Orchestra

Come to the outdoor concert in NE Philadelphia. Bring a chair or blanket.

Where: Northeast Older Adults Center, 8101 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19152
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the familyi
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call 215-685-0576

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Friday, July 29 through Saturday, August 6 - Titanic, the Musical- Upper Darby Summer Stage: Main Stage

In anticipation of the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s fateful voyage, Upper Darby Summer Stage proudly presents an epic musical that won five Tony Awards in 1997 including Best Musical, Best Book and Best Original Musical Score. One reviewer called Titanic, “The finest and most important new American musical in over a decade.” Director Marcus Stevens, who created Summer Stage’s magnificent production of Ragtime, returns to mount this sweeping musical depicting the maiden voyage of the largest floating object of its time and the dramatic stories of her passengers and crew as they face an unimaginable fate.

Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
When: 7:30 PM (July 29, 30, August 5, 6)
Who: Ages 12 and up.
How: Go to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center Ticketing or call the Box Office at 610-622-1189 to purchase tickets. The Box Office is open 9:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Cost: Orchestra $13, Balcony $12, Lower Side $11, Side Balcony $10. $1 off for members. Not a member? Click UDPAC Membership and make a contribution of $25. You'll save $1 or more on every ticket that you buy!

For more info: Sponsored by PECO

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Saturday, July 30 through Sunday, July 31 - Flea Markets! Fund Raisers!

Three outdoor Flea Markets and a Fund Raiser in Northeast Philadelphia

Where: SATURDAY: St. Helena, 6161 N. 5th Street, 19120. SUNDAY: Moss Athletic Association, 5700 Torresdale Avenue, 19135.

When: Times vary
Who: Appropriate for the family.
How: St. Helena's from 8 to 1; St. Luke's from 9 to 2, Moss Athletic from 8 to 2

Cost: FREE admission
For more info: St. Helena Church 215-317-9168; St. Luke 215-745-8922; Moss Athletic 267-303-9620.

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Saturday, July 30 - Unveiling of our wall Mosaic at the Diskin-Gallagher Community Arts Center

Please join us at 12:30 on Saturday July 30th to witness the unveiling of our wall Mosaic at the Diskin-Gallagher Community Arts Center (DGCAC). The mural was made possible by a grant from the Leeway Foundation. the Mosaic was created by Mosaic artist Trish Metzner-Lynch, the art center students and friends of the art center. The Mosaic which was Inspired by the four seasons, is 6 ft. x 20 ft. The design features four Philadelphia scenes, each complete with a portrait that personifies its season.

Where: Diskin-Gallagher Community Arts Center (DGCAC) 7143 Edmund street in Northeast Philadelphia,19135

When: n/a
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call 215-624-0437

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Saturday, July 30 through Saturday, September 3 - Breakfast with Ben

You're invited to an interactive breakfast and discussion with one of our nation's most influential founding fathers, Ben Franklin. Adults and children alike are able to chat with Ben Franklin, ask questions about his life, and, work and even pose for pictures. A delicious all-you-can-eat breakfast is served to Dr. Franklin's guests. Breakfast with Ben runs is hosted in the Liberty View Ballroom in the Independence Visitor Center, located on the Mezzanine Level.

Where: Independence Visitor Center, 1 N. Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Who: Adults and children.
How: Tickets are on sale at the Independence Visitor Center Information Desk at 6th & Market Streets. For more information on Independence Visitor Center ticket sales, 215-965-7676 or 800-537-7676. Reservations for Breakfast with Ben must be made by 3:00 p.m. Friday.

Cost: Adults: $19.95; Children: (ages 3-10) $9.95; *Special Group Times and Pricing are also available. Please call to speak with a Visitor Service Representative, and book your program today!*

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Saturday, July 30 through Saturday, August 27 - Hunting Park Farmers' Market

Hunting Park Farmers' Market features fresh fruit and vegetables. Participating vendors include: Mt. Pleasant Organics fruits and vegetables, Amish baked goods, goat milk soap & cheese

Where: Hunting Park Farmers' Market, West Hunting Park Avenue at Old York Road, Philadelphia, PA 19140

When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Anyone
How: N/A
Cost: Admission is FREE!
For more info: Please visit http://foodtrustmarkets.org/markets.html

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Saturday, July 30 through Saturday, September 3 - Sensational Storytime Saturday

Stories for young children by their favorite authors. Come for storytime, snack and play. Meet other children and play in the indoor playground.

Where: Treehouse Learning Center, 16 S Letitia Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Young children with parents
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call: 267-639-3009

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Saturday, July 30 - FAME the Musical

Set during the last years of New York City's celebrated High School for the Performing Arts on 46th Street (1980-1984), Fame-The Musical is bittersweet but ultimately inspiring story of a diverse group of students as they commit to four years of grueling artistic and academic work. With candor, humor and insight, the show explores the issues that confront many young people today.

Where: x
When: 11:00 AM (Also Friday, August 5th at 11 AM & 1 PM)
Who: Appropriate for the family
How: Click on Bristol Riverside Theatre Tickets to purchase

Cost: Tickets are $8

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Saturday, July 30 - KidsInCenterCity.com Saturday Playdate

Join Music Monkey Jungle, a live interactive musical and movement educational class for little music monkeys and the parents who love them. Don't forget to bring sturdy shoes for participation as well as a camera to capture the fun. Market merchants will offer kid-friendly treats and crafts, including fun and educational activities from the Pennsylvania Ballet.

Where: Comcast Center, 1701 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (Music Monkey Jungle music begins at 12 Noon.)
Who: Little music monkeys and their parents.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!

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Saturday, July 30 - Memorial Butterfly Release and Kids Safety Event

Purchase a butterfly in memory of a loved one for release with hundreds of others. Event also includes entertainment for children, story times, food for purchase, guest speakers and more.

Where: Jeanes Hospital, 7600 Central Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family
How: N/A
Cost: Admission is FREE!
For more info: Call 215-317-9371 or see www.katieeliselambert.org

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Monday, August 1 through Tuesday, August 23 - Outdoor Family Movie Night

State Representative Brendan Boyle (D-170th district) will sponsor two outdoor family movie nights. The first on Monday, August 1st features Toy Story 3. The second, on Tuesday, August 23 will feature Despicable Me. Bring lawn chairs or blanket and a picnic!

Where: Toy Story 3 will be at Gifford Playground, 575 Tomlinson Road (at Gifford in Somerton), Philadelphia, PA 19102 (19116). Despicable Me will be at Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Rd (in Parkwood), Philadelphia, PA 19154

When: All movies begin at nightfall
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Visit www.pahouse.com/boyle or contact one of Rep. Boyle’s Offices: Bustleton 215-676-0300 or Rising Sun 215-342-1700

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Monday, August 1 - Pre Night Out - in Abington

Featuring: Music ~ Entertainment ~ Food ~ Raffles ~ Clowns ~ Face Painting ~ Moon Bounce ~ Bowling for Bucks from Thunderbird Lanes ~ Community Information Booths & Demonstrations. Look for Abington Township Libraries' table!

Where: Target Parking Lot in Abington Town Center, Old York & London Roads, Abington, PA
When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Fun for the Entire Family!
How: N/A
Cost: Admission is FREE! Food -- including Pizza, Hotdogs, Cotton Candy, and Snow Cones -- available for purchase.

For more info: Click Pre Night Out to go to the website

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Tuesday, August 2 through Tuesday, November 22 - Frankford Transportation Center Farmers' Market

The market will be held every Tuesday from 2p to 6p at the Frankford Transportation Center - be sure to visit & buy some fresh produce! Food Trust recommends looking for the Hands On the Earth Orchard and Quaff Meadows Farm.

Where: Frankford Transportation Center (formerly known as Bridge & Pratt), Bustleton Avenue at Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124

When: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for all
How: SNAP / food stamps (EBT/Access Cards) / Farmers' Market Nutritional Program vouchers and Philly Food Bucks accepted.

Cost: Admission is FREE.
For more info: Call 215-575-0444 X-167 or click to go to the Food Trust's Farmers' Markets.

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Tuesday, August 2 - National Night Out - 8th Police District

In 1994, the National Association of Town Watches created National Night Out. The night is intended to promote crime prevention, community spirit and police-community partnerships." The 8th Police District's will include free food & refreshments, children's games and family-friendly activities. DJs from 98.1 WOGL will be on hand as the District hosts bike ID etching, kid fingerprinting and mini burglary seminars (6:30 and 7:30 p.m.). Kids can make use of the moon bounce and bike rodeo, and the whole family can play portable bowling and take part in the hula hoop contest. Bring a camera for kids' photo ops with the SWAT team!

Where: The 8th Police District Police Station at Academy and Red Lion Roads, Philadelphia, PA
When: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Residents are asked to lock their doors, turn on the outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Blue porch lights will be available for purchase to support the Police Explorers fundraising efforts.

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Tuesday, August 2 - National Night Out - Fox Chase Town Watch

The two-hour event is a local portion of a U.S. festivity that will draw an estimated 12,000 communities from across the nation. More than 37 million people are expected to join their communities in the night against crime. Several area businesses are participating, including Quig’s Pizza, Rita’s Water Ice and Philadelphia Police Department programs. Local singing sensation Timmy Kelly will share his tunes, and kids can enjoy face-painting.

Where: Fox Chase School, 500 Rhawn Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111-2592
When: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Residents are asked to lock their doors, turn on the outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: The two-hour event is a local portion of a U.S. festivity that will draw an estimated 12,000 communities from across the nation. More than 37 million people are expected to join their communities in the night against crime.or questions or to volunteer, call John Duffy at 215-287-6745.

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Tuesday, August 2 - National Night Out - Castor Gardens Town Watch

The Town Watch and neighbors will have a picnic in the Woodrow Wilson schoolyard. Come by for some good cookout food and learn more about what the Town Watch does for the community.

Where: Woodrow Wilson Middle School, 1800 Cottman Avenue (at Loretto Avenue), Philadelphia, PA 19111-3892

When: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Open to the pulbic and appropriate for the entire family.
How: Residents are asked to lock their doors, turn on the outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: NOTE: Any 7th Police District residents unable to go to one of the three local celebrations are invited to come to an open house at the police station at Bustleton Avenue and Bowler Street on August 1st from 11 AM to 1 PM. Bring the kids for a tour of the station -- including the cells -- and a free BBQ lunch!

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Wednesday, August 3 through Thursday, October 20 - Rembrant and the Face of Jesus

The exhibition devoted to Rembrandt's representations of Jusus debuted at the Musée du Louvre in Paris in April. Rembrandt van Rjin (1606-1669) is considered the greatest painter, draftsman and printmaker of the Dutch Golden Age. The portrayal of biblical themes was a central occupation for him and one to which he introduced challenging innovations.

Where: The Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130

When: See Museum Hours
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Private tours are available before exhibit hours for $30/member or $36/non-member. Check the site for fees, pay-what-you-like Sundays, etc.

For more info: Call 215-763-8100 or click on Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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Wednesday, August 3 through Friday, August 5 - Rugrats! A Live Adventure - Upper Darby Summer Stage: Children's Theatre

Rugrats is Nickelodeon’s classic hit animated series about life from a baby’s point of view. The Rugrats are Tommy, our one-year-old hero, and his friends, Chuckie, Phil & Lil and his cousin Angelica. Whenever adults are around, the Rugrats act like real babies, but when they’re alone they talk to each other with the vocabulary of five-year olds. As Tommy and his pals wobble through life, they show us the world as a baby views and understands it. In the Rugrats’ world mundane things and events turn into grand, comic adventures!

Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
When: 10:30 AM (July 28 at 7:30 pm)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Go to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center Ticketing or call the Box Office at 610-622-1189 to purchase tickets. The Box Office is open 9:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Cost: Orchestra $9, Balcony $8, Lower Side $7, Side Balcony $6. $1 off for members. Not a member? Click UDPAC Membership and make a contribution of $25. You'll save $1 or more on every ticket that you buy!

For more info: Sponsored by Nationwide Insurance and The Little Gym of Narberth and Newtown Square

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Wednesday, August 3 through Friday, August 5 - The Secret Garden- Upper Darby Summer Stage: Children's Theatre

This new 70-minute version of the beloved musical is as beautiful and spirited as the original Broadway show. Based on the book by Frances Hodgson Burnett, it tells the story of Mary Lennox, orphaned in India, who returns to Yorkshire to live with an embittered, reclusive uncle and his invalid son. On the estate, she discovers a locked garden filled with magic, a boy who talks to birds, and a cousin she brings back to health by putting him to work in the garden. Lucy Simon’s music, some of the most beautiful ever written for Broadway, has made this tale a favorite for almost 20 years.

Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
When: 10:30 AM (August 4 at 7:30 PM. 70 minutes.)
Who: Ages six and up.
How: Go to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center Ticketing or call the Box Office at 610-622-1189 to purchase tickets. The Box Office is open 9:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Cost: Orchestra $9, Balcony $8, Lower Side $7, Side Balcony $6. $1 off for members. Not a member? Click UDPAC Membership and make a contribution of $25. You'll save $1 or more on every ticket that you buy!

For more info: Sponsored by Holy Child Academy and Children's Book World

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Wednesday, August 3 - Young People's Concert Series - Rennie Harris & R.H.A.W.

Experience the energy and power of hip-hop as the award winning Philadelphia-native Rennie Harris presents his explosive performance by R.H.A.W.

Where: The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 5201 Parkside Avenue, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia PA, 19131

When: 11:00 AM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: The Young People’s Concert Series makes high-quality and culturally diverse performing arts programs accessible to all children. Performances by professional and emerging artists offer our young people a chance to experience and be inspired by the talents of others their age!

Cost: Tickets are not required for these FREE concerts. Seating is general admission and given on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are required only for groups of 30 or more.

For more info: For more information, visit manncenter.org/education, call Rhoda A. Blount, Director of Education & Community Engagement 215-546-7900 x109, or email education@....

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Wednesday, August 3 through Wednesday, August 31 - A.C. Moore Make & Take Arts & Crafts

A.C. Moore Arts & Crafts will hold free Make & Take arts and crafts activities every Wednesday during July and August! These family friendly crafts are designed to stimulate imaginative play and give parents and kids a fun activity to do together during summer downtime.

Where: North East Shopping Center, 9111 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19114; Towne Center, 970 W Street Road, Warminster, PA 18991; and Willow Grove Shopping Center, 100 Park Avenue, Willow Grove, PA 19090.

When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Wednesdays through the summer)
Who: Children 2-12 and parents.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: For a full listing of events, please visit A.C. Moore online. Phone: 215-699-7224

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Wednesday, August 3 - Target 1st Wednesday at the Please Touch Museum

Come out and enjoy

Where: Please Touch Museum, Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park, 4231 Avenue of the Republic (formerly North Concourse Drive), Philadelphia, PA 19131. ATTN GPS USERS: Use 4231 North Concourse Drive for directions.

When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family
How: Pay at the door!
Cost: $2 admission from 5-7 p.m. today! Come play the night away at Target First Wednesdays!

For more info: Celebrate Arts and Culture with Target! Through our partnerships with educators and arts organizations, Target helps students and their families engage in arts and cultural events nationwide.

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Wednesday, August 3 - Wednesday Night Hayrides on the Farm

Farm activities for the family are held on the above Wednesday evenings at 6PM. Hayrides begin at 7PM. We will also have a nutritional presentation each evening. These will include Bee Keeping, Wheat Harvesting, baking and herbal cooking. On 8/3, locally produced honey will be available for purchase. On 8/17 visitors will be able to sample and make batches of peppermint sorbet.

Where: Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA 19111

When: 6:00 PM (Event reoccurs on Wednesday, August 17, 2011)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family!
How: N/A
Cost: Free!
For more info: Call: 215-728-7900

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Wednesday, August 3 - 2011 Pennypack Park Music Festival

The Festival returns with performances featuring Romeo Delights and Kick it Out -- tribute bands for Van Halen and Heart, respectively.

Where: Pennypack Park Bandshell near the park entrance at Welsh Road and Cresco Avenue.
When: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Concerts will be held most Wednesdays through September.)
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: Bring lawn chairs or blankets! Alcohol is prohibited.
Cost: FREE!

For more info: Call 215-574-2100 or go to Pennypack.org

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Thursday, August 4 through Thursday, August 25 - Screenings Under the Stars

Picture it! The RiverStage at Penn’s Landing is transformed into an outdoor theater for another season of Screenings Under the Stars. Every Thursday night in July and August, a different popular film will be featured on a big screen on the new RiverStage at Penn’s Landing.

Where: RiverStage on Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19106

When: The screenings will begin at dusk or approximately 8:30 p.m. in July and 8:00 p.m. in August.
Who: Family entertainment and/or a great date night for couples!
How: August 4th - The Green Hornet; August 11th - Michael Jackson's This Is It; August 18th - Twilight Saga: Eclipse; August 25th - Despicable Me

Cost: FREE!
For more info: For a list of featured presentations, please visit http://www.delawareriverevents.com/.

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Thursday, August 4 - Kids with Adult Cooking Class with Chef Poon

Chef Poon will have the students laughing and smiling while they learn to make dim sum (Cantonese for “heart’s delight”) and includes a variety of small, mouth-watering dishes which can be served any time of the day and are standard fare in teahouses. Each student will get the ingredients and different wrappers to make his/her own dim sum. Students will learn how to wrap three different types of wontons (American, Shanghai and Hong Kong ) and will practice making a variety of dumplings. After learning to make dim sum, the students can sit and savor their creations. Then, Chef Poon takes the group to the Asian grocery store or Fortune Cookie Factory for a look and taste!

Where: Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen, 1010 Cherry Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107

When: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (Repeats on 08/14/2011 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM)
Who: Kids with parents
How: Classes is limited to 26 students. Register online and pay your deposit of $30 per person for class here. The balance will be paid by you with cash or check on the day of your class!

Cost:Tickets - Adults: $45; Child (Ages 6-12): $39. Buy tickets online at Chef Poon.

For more info: Phone: 215-928-9333. Please let us know if you have any food allergies or specific dietary specifications. In the event of an emergency if you are unable to make the class, please call us and we will reschedule another date for you.

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Thursday, August 4 - First Thursday in Elkins Park East

Elkins Park East in Cheltenham Township celebrates First Thursday! Come and wander through our little hamlet, enjoy the artwork, the gifts, the food, the music, the specials and much, much more!

We are waiting to meet you! You will be amazed at how many businesses are actually tucked away in Elkins Park East! Participating businesses include Shakti Yoga, Elkins Perk, Etz Chaim, The Frame House, Jiang Jewelry, Yo Dogs, Joyefulart Boutique, The Bakery, The Market at Elkins Park Station, Rometta Salon, and many to come!

Where: Elkins East at the intersection of High School Road and Montgomery Avenue, across from High School Park

When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Admission is FREE!
For more info: Check out Elkins Park East First Thursday online.

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Thursday, August 4 - Alex and the Kaleidoscope Band - XPN Kids Corner Concert

With 14 national awards for excellence in children’s entertainment including a PARENTS’ CHOICE Recommendation and BEST SONG for children from the Independent Music Awards, Alex & The Kaleidoscope Band uplift and engage audiences of all ages with their lively, interactive, and world-music infused performances. Songs about relationships, emotions, the natural world and just plain fun music making fill the hour! Audiences sing, clap and dance with the Kaleidoscope Band which includes guitar, keyboard, bass, drums and two well-known female jazz vocalists who also play trombone.

Where: Azalea Meadow • Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: For more Parking & Rates information, see Morris Arboretum Concert Series - Rates & Parking

Cost: Non-member fees for concert nights: $5.00 per individual, 3 years of age and up. (After 4 p.m.) Members who walk, bike or take SEPTA will not be charged a fee. ALL CARS ENTERING AFTER 4 PM will be charged a per-car parking fee ($30 for non-members) instead of a per-person admission.

For more info: Call 215-247-5777

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Thursday, August 4 - Kid Fest! -- Abington Art Center: 2011 Concerts at the Manor

Abington Art Center and Abington Township’s Parks & Recreation Department co-host a series of Thursday evening concerts on the Abington Bank Stage in AAC’s Sculpture Park. The summer concert series provide a perfect opportunity for friends and families to come together, spread a blanket on the lawn of the Sculpture Park and listen to the sizzling sounds of the summer music series. Backing up the tunes is lots of dancing, fresh popcorn, food and drinks from Trolley Car Diner, kid’s art activities, and a special visit to the art galleries.

Where: Abington Art Center, 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Get silly with the whole family on the great lawn of AAC’s Sculpture Park for an evening of uninterrupted fun, imaginative play, inventive art activities and a rockin’ concert with Princess Katie & Racer Steve. WXPN’s Kid’s Corner is the media sponsor of 2011 Kid Fest.

Cost: FREE! Donations requested.
For more info: Phone: 215-887-4882 or email: info@.... Kid Fest is co-sponsored by Erie Insurance and Ice Creations Cafe.

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This Week's Calendar:

July 29th through August 4th

Friday, July 29 through Monday, September 12 - Discover the Real George Washington: New Views from Mount Vernon

This summer’s must-see exhibition has arrived at the Center! It provides a fresh, fascinating perspective on the “Father of Our Country,” his life and his legacy through nearly 100 objects from Mount Vernon’s world-class collection. Highlights include full-scale, lifelike figures of Washington; an original set of Washington’s dentures; Gilbert Stuart’s classic portrait of the first president; the Washington family Bible; and striking original pieces of Martha Washington’s jewelry.

Where: National Constitution Center, Independence Mall, 525 Arch Street (2 blocks from Independence Hall), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

When: See Museum Hours
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Summer Hours: Sun - Fri 9:30am - 5pm, Thursday 9:30am - 8pm, Saturday 9:30am - 6pm

Cost:KIDS ARE FREE! Families can save a pocketful of “Washingtons” with free admission to the Center for up to four children (ages 12 and under) with one paying adult, now through Labor Day!

For more info: The National Constitution Center in historic Philadelphia is America's most interactive history museum. Located just two blocks from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, it is the only museum devoted to the U.S. Constitution and the story of we, the people. 215-409-6600

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Friday, July 29 - Family Fun Night at the Abington YMCA

Every Friday is now reserved for FAMILY FUN at the Abington Y. Enjoy quality time together engaging in various Y activities: Family Swim Time, Family time in the Kids Zone Activity Center. Use of the newly renovated Multi-purpose room for activities using a variety of family friendly sports equipment and more.

Where: Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington, PA
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Every Friday)
Who: YMCA members
How: No registration required
Cost: Free for all members
For more info: 215-884-9622

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Friday, July 29 through Monday, September 5 - Friday Night Fireworks: Lights on the River

Friday Night Fireworks, a spectacle of lights over the Delaware River. The 15-week summer long promotion is every Friday night until Labor Day. Orchestrated by Garden State Fireworks, a glittering ten-minute firework show will illuminate the sky over the Delaware River for the summer season. In addition, most retail businesses on both sides of the river will stay open late. Visit www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com for more information. In the works are special celebrity guests to conduct the countdown, live music and other promotions.

Where: Visit www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com for more information on viewing spots, public parking, bathrooms and weather updates.

When: 9:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: In the case of inclement weather, please check the website by 12 noon on Friday’s for possible cancellations.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Follow us on Facebook at Lambertville-New Hope Fireworks and Twitter at EnjoyNewHope.

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Saturday, July 30 through Saturday, November 26 - Lansdale Farmers Market

Please join us on market days to stock up on locally produced vegetables and other tasty foods, wine, and well-made local handicrafts. Additional products include: baked goods, local honey and maple syrup, cuts of naturally raised meats, eggs, and cheeses. Come shop the market this Saturday and share in our abundance. In season now: Watermelon and Canteloupes, Peaches and Cherries. Golden Tomatoes, Red Tomatoes, cherry Tomatoes, Beefsteak Tomatoes. Bell peppers, hot chili peppers, eggplant, beans, sweet and tangy lettuce. The greenest broccoli you have ever seen. Fresh herbs such as basil, cilantro, parsley, oregano, and dill. Sweet Yukon gold potatoes and beets.

Where: Railroad Avenue at Main Street (across the street from the Lansdale train station), Lansdale, PA

When: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Every Saturday)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Admission is FREE.
For more info: Windy Springs Farms is bringing their Yellow Dolls watermelons to market on Saturday along with Silver King and Bi-Color Delectable sweet corn. Thad at Jett's Produce has Organic peaches grown on young trees planted in virgin soil. Vendor of the week Marcy’s Granola is giving a 50 cent a pound coupon with your first pound purchase to be used when you return.

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Saturday, July 30 through Saturday, September 3 - Colonial Kids Quest

Kids can become a junior detective and search for clues to solve the mystery of a missing copy of the Declaration of Independence! A kid-friendly, stroller-friendly “Whodunit” that's great for those 10 & under.

Where: Departs from Historic Philadelphia Center, 6th & Chestnut Streets
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family, although best suited for the 10 and under crowd.
How: All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $17 per person, children under 2 are free.
For more info: To see more click on Colonial Kids Quest at Historical Philadelphia.

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Saturday, July 30 - Science Saturday: Engineering A Global Solution

Kids will discover that many people in the world do not have access to clean drinking water. In our lab, families will use their skills and creativity to engineer a system to solve this drinking water problem, and learn how children in other countries manage their water. This is a recurring Saturday event throughout the month of July.

Where: Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center 640 Water Works Drive Philadelphia, PA 19130
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Starts every 1/2 hour)
Who: Appropriate for the whole family!
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call 215-685-0723.

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Sunday, July 31 - Summer Celebrations - Special Kids Family Days

Features themed activities, pizza & juice. Events include full supervision along with games, swimming, sports, crafts, use of the gymnastics center, and more.

Where: Held in the accessible North Gym of the Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington, PA

When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Sundays)
Who: For children of all ages with special needs and their parents.
How: Registration encouraged.
Cost: Full Privilege members $7; Program Members $8; Non-members $12

For more info: 215-884-962

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Tuesday, August 2 through Wednesday, August 17 - Regal Summer Movie Express

Welcome to Regal's Summer Movie Express 2011. Moviegoers of all ages can climb aboard to enjoy a great selection of films. During this 9-week festival, select Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG rated movies for only a dollar on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00am. Click here for a FREE POPCORN coupon.

Where: Oxford Valley Theatre Stadium 14, 403 Middletown Blvd Langhorne PA (215-750-3381) and Warrington Crossing Stadium 22, 104 Easton Rd., Bldg F Warrington PA (215-918-1667)

When: 10:00 AM
Who: All ages
How: OXFORD VALLEY
8/2-8/3 -- Open Season 3; The Last Airbender; 8/9-8/10 -- Cats and Dogs: Revenge, Muppets Take Manhattan; 8/16-8/17 -- Ramona & Beezus, The Spy Next Door

Cost: $1
For more info: WARRINGTON CROSSING
8/2-8/3 -- Open Season 2, Yogi Bear; 8/9-8/10 -- Open Season 3, The Last Airbender; 8/16-8/17 -- Cats and Dogs: Revenge, Muppets Take Manhattan

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Tuesday, August 2 through Thursday, August 18 - Frank Theatres Summer Kids Series

The Summer Kid Series will continue through mid-August. The films are: (8/2 & 8/4) -- Cats and Dogs - G; (8/9 & 8/11) -- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - PG; (8/16 & 8/18) -- Despicable Me - PG

Where: Frank Theatre, 750 Montgomery Glen Dr, Lansdale, PA 19446
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: N/A
Cost: $1.00 per ticket
For more info: Call (215) 855-4245

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Wednesday, August 3 through Wednesday, November 23 - Olney Transportation Center Farmers' Market

Olney Transportation Center Farmers' Market (Broad & Olney) will begin with seasonal fruits and vegetables from a Lancaster County farmer and will grow to include more farmers over the summer. A market manager from The Food Trust will be on-site to answer questions and to monitor the market.

Where: Olney Transportation Center Farmers' Market is located at the southwest corner of Broad Street and Olney near Girl's High School in Philadelphia, PA 19141

When: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Anyone
How: The market will accept EBT Access Cards, WIC Vouchers, and Senior vouchers, and cash. Those using ACCESS cards will receive a $2 *Philly Food Bucks* coupon for every $5 spent at the farmers' market.

Cost: Admission is FREE!
For more info: Call 215-575-0444 X-167 or click to go to the Food Trust's Farmers' Markets.

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Wednesday, August 3 - Campfire and S’mores Nights

This hugely popular summer series returns for another season of outdoor, family-friendly, evening walks and programs followed by a campfire and s’mores. Up-coming program: a special members-only campfire on 8/03. For more info on each event go to Briar Bush Nature Center Programs.

Where: Briar Bush Nature Center
When: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Wednesdays)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Due to the popularity of these programs, registration is required 24 hours in advance and space is limited to 40 people per event. Walk-ins will be taken on a fist-come basis only if space is available and will be charged an additional $1/person.

Cost: Member: $5/adult, $5/child; Non-member: $10/adult; $5/child. Cash or check only. We thank you for your understanding.

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Thursday, August 4 through Thursday, August 25 - Oxford Circle Farmers' Market

Seasonal fruits and vegetables will be available Thursdays thoughout the summer!

Where: Oxford Circle Mennonite Church, 900 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149-3637
When: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for all
How: SNAP / food stamps (EBT/Access Cards) / Farmers' Market Nutritional Program vouchers and Philly Food Bucks accepted.

Cost: Admission is FREE.
For more info: Call 215-575-0444 X-167

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Thursday, August 4 through Thursday, September 1 - 5 After 5: Summer Nights at The National Constitution Center

The National Constitution Center is taking advantage of longer summer hour and every Thursday night from now until Sept. 1, 2011, the museum will be open until 8. Summer hours begin at 5:00 pm and costs only $5 per adult to enter. The best part? Kids are FREE with one paying adult. In fact, each adult can bring four children in with them!

Where: The National Constitution Center, Independence Mall, 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family!
How: N/A
Cost: $5 for adults - up to 4 kids are FREE with a paying adult

For more info: Click National Constitution Center Summer Nights.

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Thursday, August 4 through Thursday, September 1 - Montgomery Township Summer Concert Series

Montgomery Township Summer Concert Series - outdoors at the Gazebo.

Where: Montgomery Township Building Gazebo, 1001 Stump Road, Montgomeryville, PA 18936. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be moved indoors into the Township Building.

When: 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM (Thursdays)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: 215-393-6900

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Teen Scene:

Wednesday, August 3 - First Aid Workshop for Teens

American Red Cross will present a FREE 3-1/2 hour interactive workshop for students 12 and older. Basic First Aid skills will be taught.

Where: Tacony Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia, 6742 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Teens (ages 12 and older)
How: Preregistration is required. Call 215-335-8755

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Sponsored by the Friends of Tacony Library.

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Plan Ahead:

August 5th through August 13th

Friday, August 5 - First Fridays In Downtown Glenside

Many businesses around Easton Road and Glenside Avenue will offer extended business hours and special activities, discounts and refreshments for First Friday in Downtown Glenside on Aug. 5. Many nearby businesses and eateries also will remain open until at least 8 p.m. First Friday is an economic development initiative sponsored by Cheltenham Township Main Street with the Downtown Glenside Community Partnership.

Where: Downtown Glenside along Easton Road (between Glenside and Toxony Avenues) and Glenside Avenue (between Easton Road and Keswick Avenue)

When: n/a
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Businesses offering special attractions include: Conestoga Bank, 12 W. Glenside Ave; Marcella’s Music, 24 E. Glenside Ave; Dovetail Artisans, 105 E. Glenside Ave; Sweet Magnolia, 117 S. Easton Rd; Rocky’s, 22 E. Glenside Ave. To see all, go to First Friday.

Cost: Admission is FREE!
For more info: All parking will be free starting at 5:00 p.m.

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Friday, August 5 - First Friday Lansdale

First Friday Lansdale on June 3rd will feature a number of activities focused around celebrating Dad’s. The North Penn Community Network has partnered with Wilson’s Hardware and the Lansdale Business Association to provide crafts that children can work on at First Friday for their dads. There will be several retailers and vendors that will have interactive and fun crafts available for children to do for their Dads. The Univest Main Stage will also feature the band Kabudi that will demonstrate their reggae talent.Come down to First Friday Lansdale on Friday June 3rd and celebrate your DAD and experience all the fun!

Where: Downtown Lansdale, PA
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Register at 2011First Friday Lansdale for the monthly giveaway or call 215.362.6726. More info at First Friday.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: The NPCN, in partnership with the Borough of Lansdale and the Businesses of Lansdale is proud to bring First Friday to Lansdale for the second straight year. First Fridays is a monthly festival that encourages shops, restaurants, businesses, and community groups to work together to both communicate and stimulate the growth and revitalization of downtown Lansdale. First Friday includes musicians in concert, clowns, face painting, inflatable’s, games and other outdoor entertainment.

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Friday, August 5 - Friday Night Specials for Kids

Friday Night Specials includes food, drink, arts & crafts, movie, bingo, etc.

Where: American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (First & Third Fridays)
Who: Children
How: N/A
Cost: $10/child
For more info: Call 215-685-8733

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Friday, August 5 through Friday, August 26 - FANTASTIC FRIDAYS Free Concert Series & Fireworks Spectacular at Penn Treaty Park

August 5th - Sensational Soul Cruises.; August 19th - British Invasion (Beatles & 60s Music Tribute); August 26th - End of Summer Jam with Fusebox (playing the greatest rock & dance hits from the 60s to today).

Where: Penn Treaty Park, 1199 N. Delaware Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19125
When: 6:30 PM (Also on August 19th & August 26th)
Who: Fun for the whole family!
How: Bring your blanket, food and beverages...and your dancing shoes!
Cost: FREE!

For more info: www.penntreatypark.org

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Friday, August 5 - First Friday Party After Dark at Race Street Pier

The new Race Street Pier park, a beautiful waterfront park in Philadelphia, is hosting a “First Friday Party After Dark.” The Race Street Peers are coming together and putting this event together so that people will come and enjoy the live music and food the event will offer, while also enjoying the park itself. Join us for food and live music! Bring your friends and introduce them to Philadelphia’s newest waterfront park!

Where: The Race Street Pier, 121 N. Columbus Boulevard (at Race Street), Philadelphia PA 1910. Race Street Pier Park is set right under the Ben Franklin Bridge and is beautifully lit at night.

When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Rain or Shine)
Who: Date night!!
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: In conjunction with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation and sponsored by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, the Race Street Peers will be hosting a First Friday event at the park.

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Saturday, August 6 - Mommy Market at Lansdale UMC

The Mommy Market at Lansdale UMC is a sale of gently used infant and toddler clothes, items, gear, etc., which benefits the United Methodist Women. If you haven’t already registered and are interested in a table or tables, please be sure to reserve them today! Tables are quickly filling up.

Where: Lansdale United Methodist Church, 300 N. Broad St, Lansdale, PA 19446
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: To reserve a table(s), download the registration form at http://www.lansdale-umc.org. TABLES ARE SOLD OUT!!

Cost: $1 admission per person. Vendors $10/table (prior to July 25th) -- the price goes from $10/table to $15/table if postmarked after July 25th (pending availability). TABLES ARE SOLD OUT!!

For more info: Questions please contact: Laurie@... or the church office at (215) 855-8364

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Saturday, August 6 - Home Depot's Kids Workshops - Project: Pencil Box

Home Depot - Kid's Workshop!

Bring the kids in to build a Pencil Box for School!

Where: Local Home Depot Stores:

A. PHILADELPHIA - Roosevelt Blvd, 4640 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19124;
B. PORT RICHMOND - 2539 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134;
C. CHELTENHAM - 2385 Cheltenham Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19150

When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every first Saturday)
Who: Children from 5 to 12 years of age with a responsible adult.
How: Call the individual stoes:
Philadelphia - 215-537-6100;

Port Richmond - 215-744-1128,
Cheltenham - 215-881-9600

Cost: FREE!
For more info: This FREE family activity, designed for children ages 5-12, teaches children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.
All children keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. Every first Saturday at all stores.

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Saturday, August 6 - Pennypack Environmental Center

Come visit Pennypack Environmental Center situated at the western end of 1600-acre Pennypack Park. Inside you will find exhibits on local wildlife and history of the site, including a display of Native American artifacts and a 300-gallon aquarium with fish native to the creek. A reference library is available for public use. Hike the trails in search of wooden sculptures, including “Thoreau’s Hut,” an artist’s interpretation of the hut as a dwelling place. Bird watch (indoors and out) at the bird feeding stations where you’ll see many of our resident birds including nuthatches and an occasional hawk. Our picnic areas are also available for families to enjoy!

Where: Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115

When: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: First Saturday of each month. Contact Info: Tel 215-685-0470; Fax 215-685-0469. Parking lot available.

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Saturday, August 6 through Sunday, December 18 - The Stoogeum: Museum of Three Stooges memorabilia

The word’s only museum of Three Stooges memorabilia, doesn’t have regular operating hours but has an open house about once a month, to give you a chance to see the museum’s almost 100,000 pieces. The building will be open on the following upcoming dates: Sat. Aug. 6, 2011; Sat. Sept. 3, 2011; Sat. Oct. 1, 2011; Fri. Nov.25, 2011; Sat. Nov. 26, 2011; and Sun. Dec. 18, 2011.

Where: The Stoogeum, 904 Sheble Lane, Ambler, PA 19002. For directions click on Stoogeum Directions.

When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Free admission, but donations are appreciated

For more info: Phone (267) 468-0810 or email Gary Lassin at garylassin@...

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Sunday, August 7 through Sunday, August 21 - Cheltenham 2011 Summer Concerts in the Park -- Ellis Paul - Singer/Song Writer

The Cheltenham Concerts in the Park are held on Sundays beginning at 5:00 p.m. The first four are held at the beautiful, 45-acre Curtis Arboretum, located at Church Rd. & Greenwood Ave. in Wyncote. In case of rain, the concerts will be held inside Curtis Hall. More directions are available. The final concert is hosted by Einstein at Elkins Park. However, the rain location is still Curtis Hall. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and picnic supper to enjoy this family entertainment. (Sorry, no alcohol is permitted.)

Where: Curtis Arboretum, Church Rd. & Greenwood Avenue, Wyncote, PA. Einstein at Elkins Park, l60 East Township Line Road (enter off Church Road near Jenkintown Road), Elkins Park, PA.

When: 5:00 PM (No concert July 31st or August 14th)
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: Find the schedule of performers at Cheltenham Concerts in the Park online.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: For more information, contact the Cheltenham Township Parks and Recreation Dept. at 215-887-1000, ext. 227 or email: jhoover@....

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Monday, August 8 - Open Floor Poetry Readings

Poetry readings

Where: American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135

When: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Second and Fourth Mondays each month)
Who: Adults & Teens ages 14 and older
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Phone 215-685-8733

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Tuesday, August 9 - Rock 'n' Roar Concert Series Presents Sweetbeatz

Meredith Wright’s soulful Sweetbeatz will continue the Rock ‘n’ Roar Concert Series on Impala Lawn as the first performance of August. The band and their performances combine music, theatre, and family to make soulful melodies that appeal to city kids. The group, which consists of a vocalist, guitarist, drummer, bassist, electric bassist, and pianist, are sure to keep the entire family entertained

Where: The Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 West Girard Avenue (corner of 34th Street and Girard Avenue), Philadelphia, PA 19104

When: 11:00 AM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Go to Philadelphia Zoo Tickets to purchase admission tickets or membership online.

Cost: FREE with zoo admission.
For more info: (215) 243-1100

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Tuesday, August 9 - Young People's Concert Series - Rising Stars of Tomorrow

Showcasing a creative array of the region’s most talented young performers ages 8-21.

Where: The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 5201 Parkside Avenue, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia PA, 19131

When: 11:00 AM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: The Young People’s Concert Series makes high-quality and culturally diverse performing arts programs accessible to all children. Performances by professional and emerging artists offer our young people a chance to experience and be inspired by the talents of others their age!

Cost: Tickets are not required for these FREE concerts. Seating is general admission and given on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are required only for groups of 30 or more.

For more info: For more information, visit manncenter.org/education, call Rhoda A. Blount, Director of Education & Community Engagement 215-546-7900 x109, or email education@....

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Tuesday, August 9 - Chess Club

Chess club offers a chance to show off your skills and play a strategic game of chess.

Where: Torresdale Branch of the Free Library, 3079 Holme Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Children and families
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Phone: 215-685-0494

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Wednesday, August 10 through Friday, August 12 - The Dinosaur Musical- Upper Darby Summer Stage: Children's Theatre

Our 36th season ends with a fantastic musical that was a huge hit 5 years ago. It is the end of the Cretaceous period. A giant meteor collides with the earth and wreaks havoc with the ecosystem. In order to avoid extinction, the Dinosaurs sign a peace pact called the Treaty of Meat. For a time there is peace between the Carnivores and the Herbivores. But when the wise King of the Tyrannosauruses suddenly dies and his none-too-clever thirteen-year-old son, Quincy, rises to power, trouble begins! The Dinosaur Musical is a madcap, jazzy prehistoric musical comedy complete with crazy comedy, an erupting volcano and the invention of spaghetti!

Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
When: 10:30 AM (August 11 at 7:30 PM. One hour.)
Who: Ages five and up.
How: Go to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center Ticketing or call the Box Office at 610-622-1189 to purchase tickets. The Box Office is open 9:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Cost: Orchestra $9, Balcony $8, Lower Side $7, Side Balcony $6. $1 off for members. Not a member? Click UDPAC Membership and make a contribution of $25. You'll save $1 or more on every ticket that you buy!

For more info: Sponsored by Motions Dance and Fitness Shoppe

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Thursday, August 11 through Thursday, August 25 - Tacony Summer Concert Series

The Tacony Civic Association presents their Summer Concert Series on Historic Tacony. 8/11, The Greater Kensington String Band, The Suitcases; 8/25, Tommy Conwell, The Civic Minded. Refreshments available for purchase. Restrooms available.

Where: Disston Recreation Center, 4423 Longshore Ave Philadelphia, PA 19135

When: 6:30 PM
Who: The whole family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!

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Thursday, August 11 - Yosi & The Superdads - XPN Kids Corner Concert

Yosi & The Superdads ROCK kids & their families! Join the “Rockin’ Band” in this lively & humorous concert featuring songs from Yosi’s multi-award-winning CD's, & latest CD, Super Kids Rock! Wiggle like a worm in a "Hole in The Ground." Act like a ferocious "Dinosaur in Love." Enjoy a bowlful of "Chicken Noodle Soup." Get on a chugging "Train Medley" & make "Friend's Around the World!" Yosi's music can be heard daily on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio.

Where: Azalea Meadow • Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: For more Parking & Rates information, see Morris Arboretum Concert Series - Rates & Parking

Cost: Non-member fees for concert nights: $5.00 per individual, 3 years of age and up. (After 4 p.m.) Members who walk, bike or take SEPTA will not be charged a fee. ALL CARS ENTERING AFTER 4 PM will be charged a per-car parking fee ($30 for non-members) instead of a per-person admission.

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Thursday, August 11 - Abington Art Center: 2011 Concerts at the Manor -- Barleyjuice

With five studio albums and a double CD collection to date, these five kilted yanks are currently one of the most beloved celtic rock bands in the USA. Kyf Brewer’s signature whiskey-soaked vocals perfectly trademark the group’s quick-witted and catchy originals, and partner Keith “Swanny” Swanson is no slouch, lithely covering additional lead vocals, guitar, mandolin, whistle, bouzouki, and bagpipes. Backing up the tunes is lots of dancing, fresh popcorn, food and drinks from Trolley Car Diner, kid’s art activities, and a special visit to the art galleries.

Where: Abington Art Center, 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046

When: 7:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE! Donations requested.
For more info: Phone: 215-887-4882 or email: info@....

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Friday, August 19 - Storytelling Campfires at the Pennypack Environmental Center

The Pennypack Environmental Center will host a Storytelling Campfire event in August and September. The storyteller will tell about 45 minutes of family-appropriate stories, then guest will be invited to toast marchmallows in the fire!

Where: Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115

When: 7:30 PM (There will be a second campfire on September 16th.)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call 215-685-0470

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Saturday, August 20 - Friends of Pennypack Park Recycling

Bring all paper products, including cardboard; aluminum cans; and No. 1 through 7 plastics with lids removed. Printer cartridges, cell phones, crayons, household batteries, packing peanuts and bubble wrap are also accepted. No glass or steel cans accepted.

Where: Abraham Lincoln High School, 3201 Ryan Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19136
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Third Saturday of the Month)
Who: All recyclers welcome!
How: Drive in to the Ryan Avenue parking lot.
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Visit the free book and magazine table.

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Tuesday, October 25 through Sunday, November 20 - The Philly Fan

Special two day only 1/2 price sale on tickets to the Tuesday, October 25 7:30 PM, Wednesday, October 26 7:30 PM, & Thursday, October 27 7:30 PM showings. In this one-man tour de force, Tom McCarthy takes audiences on a journey through Philadelphia’s sports history of the last fifty years. It’s a tell-it-like-it-is romp through the eyes of a hard core sports fan who is used seeing “sure thing” victories turn into “oh-my-God-they-blew-it” defeats.

Where: People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355

When: n/a
Who: Best appreciated by ages 12 and up.
How: Buy Tickets or call 610.644.3500.

Cost: Section: A Seat: Regular $35.00; Under 30 (age 30 & under) $25.00; 1/2 price: $17.50
For more info: THE PHILLY FAN, by Bruce Graham, Directed by Joe Canuso; October 25—November 20, 2011

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Thursday, August 13 - Philly Market Street Book Expo 2011 - Empowering a New Generation Through Pages

PMSBE 2011 will include the following features: Publishers & Authors booths; Featured author discussions and signings; Workshops and panel discussions; Kids Fest Corner; Cooking From the Book Demo’s; Spoken Word and Various Entertainment; Vendor Marketplace; Door prize drawings; And More!

Where: Griffin Hall (First Unit-Phila Arts Institute), 2125 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family
How: Click on PMSBE to purchase admission tickets or become a vendor.

Cost: General Admission - $5.00 ($1.11 online purchase fee); Kids Under 11 - FREE
For more info: Contact: Lisa Day, Event Coordinator by Email: pmsbe2011@... or call the Office: 267-386-8204 ext. 7

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It's a Date!

Saturday Nights at 7:30 & 10 PM

ComedySportz Improv Comedy
Playground at the Adrienne, 2030 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
ComedySportz is Philadelphia's leading improv comedy show. Since 1993 ComedySportz has been entertaining fans with the fastest and funniest form of improv comedy ever seen. Two teams of improvisers vie for points in a hilarious competition by playing a series of improv games, similar to what you may have seen on TVs Whose Line Is It Anyway? A referee governs the action, calling fouls and keeping the match moving ...

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Macaroni Kids Says

CELEBRATE SOMETHING!

August 1 is Friendship Day and National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
August 2 is National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
August 3 is National Watermelon Day
August 4 is US Coast Guard Day and Twins Day Festival
August 5 is National Mustard Day
August 6 is Wiggle Your Toes Day and Chinese Valentine's Day/Daughter's Day - 7th day of 7th Lunar Month
August 7 is Friendship Day and International Forgiveness Day - First Sunday in August. Sea Serpent Day
August 8 is Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor's Porch ...

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"Experts" Wanted

Submit an article to Macaroni Kid!

I am looking for short KID FRIENDLY articles on family related topics such as arts & crafts; cooking; diet & exercise; discipline; education; movie, TV and toy reviews; parenting; religious & secular holidays; special needs children; etc.

If anyone is an "expert" -- whether by education or life experience -- I invite them to submit an article. Preference is given to articles which include a related photo or graphic which the author owns and will allow Macaroni Kid to use without cost. The author will have a byline and a credit will appear with the ...

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Quotes of the Week

Friends

"Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow.
Don't walk behind me, I may not lead.
Walk beside me and be my friend."
~Albert Camus (also attributed to Maimonidies).

"It's the friends you can call up at 4am that matter."
~Marlene Dietrick

"A friend is a gift you give yourself."
~Robert Louis Stevenson

"It takes a long time to grow an old friend."
~by John Leonard

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Flea Markets

Bazaars / Craft Fairs / Fund Raisers / Rummage Sales / Swap Meets

BAZAARS

AUGUST 4TH, 5th & 6th (Thursday thru Saturday)
St. Adalbert's Parish Grounds, 2645 East Allegheny Avenue (at Thompson St.), Philadelphia, PA 19134-5182
Summer Bazaar - rain or shine -- features sweets, homemade Polish & American food, chances, entertainment and more!
Starts at 6 PM each day.
215-739-3500

CRAFT SHOWS

SEPTEMBER 17th
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church
10901 Calera Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154-3906
Craft Show & Flea Market
Spaces $20/each, $35/two
Info: 215-632-1929, 215-815-7255

FLEA MARKETS

Ongoing

St. Helena Church -along the sidewalk
6161 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia ...

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Macaroni Make Believe

Little Capers

What child doesn’t like to dress up? Child psychologists note that imagination and creativity begin during the toddler years and blossom during the preschool years. Dressing up supports this growing brain development by supporting the learning of language: when children play, they narrate their actions. Dressing up also fosters imaginary play by creating a bridge between mainstream culture and the imagination.

Boys and girls alike will love Little Capers wear and Moms and Dads will love the 100% cotton shirts with detachable capes! No more dishtowels tucked inside the ...

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Macaroni Deals

Smurf Mania

On Friday, July 29th, the little blue creatures will start to pop everywhere! You can find Smurftastic items available exclusively at Toys“R”Us stores and online at Toysrus.com.

From Sunday, July 31 through Saturday, August 6, customers who purchase $25 worth of The Smurfs products will receive a special set of blue 3D glasses as well as a complimentary $5 movie upgrade, while supplies last.

The Smurfs Movie Moments: Gargamel’s Lab - Kids can relive their favorite scenes from The Smurfs with this special playset that includes a ...

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ACTIVITY: After School Programs

SUMMER HOLD!

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS:

American Legion Playground
6201 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135
For ages 5 - 12
Monday through Friday from September to May from 3 to 6 PM
$25/week + $15 Registration Fee
215-685-8733

Gifford Recreation Center
575 Tomlinson Road (at Gifford), Philadelphia, PA 19102 (19116)
children can receive homework help
Monday through Friday from 3 to 5:45 PM
$55/month
215-685-0377

Max Myers Playground
1601 Hellerman Street, Philadelphia 19149
Suitable for ages 5 to 12
Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 PM
$85/month
215-685-1242

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ACTIVITY: Arts & Crafts; Recreation

Art, Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Cooking, Recreation Programs, Specialty Interest,

ART

Art Classes for Children
Gifford Recreation Center
575 Tomlinson Rd (at Gifford), Philadelphia, PA 19102
Suitable for ages 5 to 11
Mondays 6:15 to 7:15 PM starting January 2011
$3/class
215-685-0377

Art Classes
Diskin-Gallagher Community Art Center
7143 Edmund Street, Philadelphia, PA 19135
All ages, children thru seniors
Tuesday thru 12/16
Drawing, painting, watercolor, pastels & clay.
Time and Info: 215-624-0437

EUREKA! Family Art Workshop
Abington Art Center
515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Each month Abington Art Center hosts EUREKA! a fun workshop for families ...

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ACTIVITY: Arts - Performing

Dance, Gymnastics & Tumbling, Music, Theater

DANCE

IRISH:

Irish Dance Classes
American Legion Playground
6201 Torresdale AVenue, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Ages 4 and older
Thursdays thru May, 6:30 PM
$225 + $5 registration fee
215-685-8733

Irish Dance Classes
Carmella Playground
2100 Wakeling Street (at Tulip), Philadelphia, PA 19124
Ages 6 to 12
Mondays, 7 PM
$20/mo + $10 registration fee
215-685-1235

Irish Dance Classes
Vogt Recreation Center
6700 Cottage St (at Unruh), Philadelphia, PA 19102
Mondays, 6:30 PM
Three payments of $35. Costume fee not included.
215-685-8753

SPECIALTY:
Belly Dancing for Adults and Children
Philadelphia ...

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ACTIVITY: Library Programs & Story Times

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY - July

ABINGTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM

Abington Free Library
1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
Phone: 215-885-5180
Information: 215-885-5180 ext. 28
Website: http://abingtonfreelibrary.org

Picasso Faces
Students completing grades 5-8.
Thursday, August 4, 7-8 p.m.
Learn how to create a collage of abstract and cubist abstract faces emulating Picasso's style.
Registration begins July 1 with a maximum of 25 students.
The program will be presented by ACPPA Community Art Center.
Contact Linda Jones, YA Librarian, Information Desk, 215-885-5180, ext. 13. or by email.

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ACTIVITY: Library Programs & Story Times

PHILADELPHIA, PA - July

FREE LIBRARY OF PHILADELPHIA, PA

Northeast Regional Library
2228 Cottman Avenue, 19149-1297
215-685-0522

Ms. Bucci's Books Club (C)
Weekly on Tuesdays at 2:00 PM
Children in grades 4 through 6 are invited to have weekly discussions about their favorite books. They will also enjoy games, crafts and educational activities.

Bilingual Story Time
Children 6 and younger
Enjoy storeis and rhymes in English and Spanish
Thursday, July 28th at 10:30 AM

Bustleton Branch
10199 Bustleton Avenue, 19115
215-685-0472

Bedtime Stories
Children ages 4 to 8 are invited ...

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ACTIVITY: Martial Arts & Physical Fitness

Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Mixed Martial Arts, Self Defense; Strength Training, Fitness Exercise, Yoga

MARTIAL ARTS

Japanese Karate
Picariello Playground
10811 Calera Road (at Red Lion), Philadelphia, PA 19154
Co-ed Program for ages 7+
Tues/Thurs 5 PM
$40 registration + $6/class
215-685-9393

Karate
Fitzpatrick Playground
12501 Torrey Road (at Academy), Philadelphia, PA 19154
Class for ages 5 and older
Mondays & Wednesdays at 6 PM
$45/mo
215-685-9395

Karate
Heitzman Recreation Center
3631 Amber Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Tues/Thurs 6-7 PM
215-685-1244

Karate
Lackman Playground
1101 Bartlett Street Philadelphia, PA 19115
Co-ed program for ages 6 and older
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ACTIVITY: Scouting

Daisy Scouts, Girl Scout, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts

Gather your troops for a wild adventure at the Philadelphia Zoo!

Schedule your own trip or join us for a special scout program. The Zoo offers special daytime badge and patch programs and overnight programs for girl scouts and boy scouts of all ages. These programs present unique opportunities to experience wildlife and discover the natural world in ways only the Zoo can offer. Scouts hike the zoo with an animal expert, meet animals up close and personal, play games and complete scouting requirements along the way!

General admission tickets ...

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ACTIVITY: Sports + SIGN-UPS

Basketball, Boxing, Hockey, Ice Skating, Soccer, Swimming, Wrestling

SPORTS SIGN UPS and/or TRYOUTS

Cheltenham Sports - 2011 Fall Soccer Registration
Registration for Fall Soccer for both Intramural and Travel programs is now open. You can register on-line and pay by credit card. Travel tryouts will be held in the month of May and the schedule will be posted shortly.
Click here for the Intramural Information Handout.

Jenkintown Youth Activities Online Registration has re-opened for:
JYA Intramural Soccer (late fee & limited number of registration spots)
JYA Fall Baseball (limited number of registration spots)
JYA Summer Soccer Camp
JYA Summer ...

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ACTIVITY: Tech

Computer, Video Games

COMPUTER/VIDEO GAMES

Computertots and Computer Explorers
La Mott Community Center
7420 Sycamore Ave, LaMott, Pa 19027-1052
Children in grades 3 to 5 can create their own video games in a six-week class on Wednesdays from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. beginning February 2. The fee is $80 for residents and $120 for non-residents.
Information: 215-635-3255

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ACTIVITY: Vacation Bible School - Plus

Vacation Bible School

Ascension Mar Thoma Church
10197 Northeast Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
This year's theme will be Inside Out & Upside Down on Main Street.
Register at http://www.vacationbibleschool.com/ascensionMTC or contact Lissy Baby: 215-953-2048 or
E-mail: benny.philip@...
7/27/11 – 7/30/11 from 6:30 to 9 PM

Bethany Baptist Church
460 Rhawn Street (at Rockwell Avenue), Philadelphia, PA 19111
Children in Kindergarten through sixth grade
Monday, July 25 through July 29th, 6:60 to 8:45 PM
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Local Macaroni Kid Publications

Did you know that there are two other Macaroni Kid newsletters in the Greater Philadelphia Area? For events in Northwest Philadelphia and Western Montgomery County, checkout Macaroni Kid : NWPhilly. For events north of Philadelphia, there is a brand new newsletter Macaroni Kid : Levittown-Langhorne.

We all cover major events and venues in Greater Philadelphia and surrounding areas. So Center City Museums, the Sports Centers, the Philadelphia Zoo, Sesame Place and Hershey Park, for example, aren't "owned" by any one publisher. Although we cover events in the whole area, we specialize ...

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#7666 From: Kristin Groenveld <Kristin@...>
Date: Mon Aug 1, 2011 8:00 pm
Subject: Re: Join BME to recognize the unsung heroes in Philadelphia Kristin@...
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Dear Wendell,
There are so many black men that have helped Art Sphere Inc and are "unsung heroes" over the years that I'm not sure where to start other than starting at the most recent 2011 summer and spring projects. Several men who have recently assisted Art Sphere Inc in empowering communities within the city of Philadelphia that are incredibly inspiring to younger men and deserve recognition are listed below and copied above. I am quite fortunate to be witness to their generosity of spirit...it keeps me feeling good and fueled to continue doing what we all do. I also copy Priscilla and Erica who have seen Lenard in action and Carol (of the AfriCenter)- all black activist women who I know can add to this list.

Lenard Raines has been cleaning abandoned lots and streets of Grays Ferry...a true community activist and positive force in neighborhoods. Last week he helped Art Sphere Inc clean out an abandoned lot and encouraged us volunteers on to continue up the street even in the heat. He brought his truck, weedwacker and other tools and saved the day! Maybe just as importantly, he taught two young neighborhood boys how to use saws, rakes and pruning clippers. I was so struck not only at his willingness to share his tools and work with us in the heat but also his patience, caring and time with youth. He spoke with powerful wisdom when he said to the young guys that learning how to use tools as young black men would make them better at being grown men then showed them how to take apart and put together a weedwacker. He will be helping us again this Saturday 8-11 am at 32nd and Latona just 1/2 block south 32nd and Grays Ferry.

Kevin McClendon, a college art student has been volunteering with Art Sphere Inc teaching art and painting murals with us at St Pauls Baptist Church Lemon Street Playground and Northern Liberties Recreation Center and John Heinz Refuge. He has encouraged many youth to express themselves creatively including a young artist who told both of us that meeting him changed her life....that she is now more dedicated to going to college and being an artist.

Mr Miller, Deacon Jackson, Deacon Brown, and Deacon Cook from St Pauls Baptist Church participated in our West Poplar Playground and Lemon Street Park mural/ cleanup projects. They are all leaders and have organized community members and Temple University College students to serve neighborhood with whose help made Art Sphere Inc successfully able to reach its mission removing all graffiti and trash in area and painting murals.

I hope this is helpful and encourage everyone to also contact phillyparents. Bob Shipman is a longtime community activist in Philadelphia. He is definitely a hero of our city, too! He’s involved with various organizations around the city including the Institute for the Study of Civic Values, Phillyneighborhoods, Philadelphia Independent Media Center, and Philadelphia Parent Partner (where he has posted our Art Sphere Inc events)

Again we thank you all for giving so much of yourselves for making the city a better place! Please feel free to contact me at 215-350-1968 if we can help facilitate any art/education projects and mural/lot cleanups.
Sincerely,
Kristin

Kristin Groenveld
Executive Director and Founder
Art Sphere Incorporated "Changing Lives Through Art"
kristin@...
www.artsphere.org
Connect with others and be creative now!
Art Sphere Incorporated / 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
P 215.413.3955/ F 215.413.3964 / www.artsphere.org
Founded in 1998, Art Sphere Incorporated is a Philadelphia-based non-profit, established to teach art to inner-city low-income youth. Our mission is to engage the creative in communities, explore the positives in peoples' lives and heal the mind, body and spirit through art.

On 8/1/11 2:15 PM, Wendell Dingle wrote:

Dear Lee :

We wanted to reach out to "Art Sphere, Inc." that works to empower communities within the city of Philadelphia. I am writing to send a personal invitation to you to get involved in the 2011 Black Male Engagement.

BME, pronounced Be Me, will identify, connect, and celebrate black men and boys to bring the perspective of the positive impact that in-formed and engaged black males have in our city.

Join us in making BME a success

We encourage you to share the opportunity with your team members who are black males who work to serve our city and lead others to servic

Recognize your friends, uncle, coach, or a black male (age 14+) for doing what they do everyday.

We welcome you to help spread the word to your networks, Philadelphians should hear as many of these stories as possible on www.bmechallenge.org by the deadline on on September 30, 2011.

Not only will participants connect with their peers, they will receive public recognition and be eligible for project funding. I would love to share more information about BME, the vision behind it as well as how it works.

I thank you for your time and consideration and please do drop me an email, I would love to further discuss.

Best regards,

Wendell Dingle
BME

e. wendell@...
www.bmechallenge.org

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#7667 From: "Scott, James" <jwscott@...>
Date: Tue Aug 2, 2011 7:02 pm
Subject: FW: Philadelphia Connect for Respect Conference jwscott@...
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From: Renee Jackson [mailto:rjackson@...]
Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2011 2:12 PM
To: Renee Jackson
Subject: Philadelphia Connect for Respect Conference

Please forward this e-blast to your local team, schools, friends, and neighbors. Make sure you delete this message.

Save the Date To Save Our Students!

Join us for a

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Parents, caregivers, educators, business leaders and concerned citizens of our community play an important role in community conversations to build awareness and take action to stop bullying and violence in our community.

National PTA’s Urban Family Engagement Initiative (UFEI) in partnership with Philadelphia UFEI Team and PAPTA is hosting a Free Bully Prevention & Anti-Violence event in the community.

Date: Saturday September 24,2011

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Salvation Army KROC Community Center

4200 Wissahickon Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19129

To register: https://ptaspeakers.wufoo.com/forms/philadelphias-connect-for-repect-conference/

Or call 1.800.307.4782 ext 3322

RSVP for event by 9/16/2011. Free lunch and materials provided.

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#7668 From: parentpartner@yahoogroups.com
Date: Fri Aug 5, 2011 8:55 pm
Subject: Logan-Olney Epic Stakeholders Meeting, 8/8/2011, 5:00 pm parentpartner@yahoogroups.com
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Title:		Logan-Olney Epic Stakeholders Meeting

Date:		Monday August 8, 2011
Time:		5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Repeats:		This event repeats every month on the second Monday until Monday December 31, 2012.
Next reminder:		The next reminder for this event will be sent in 2 days, 4 minutes.
Location:		Holy Trinity Church (Marvine and Rockland Sts.)
Street:		Marvine and Rockland Sts.
City State Zip:		Philadelphia, PA 19141
Phone:		215.456.5561
Notes:		Stakeholders are members of support networks that exist in every community. They include residents, parents, youth, school staff, Family Court, police, political leaders, communities of faith, community activists, storeowners, truancy workers, and anyone else who has a stake in the development of the community and its residents. Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of every month. Refresments will be served. Please be on time!

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#7669 From: "D" <dahgary@...>
Date: Fri Aug 5, 2011 9:58 pm
Subject: Educational Items for Back To School Lesson Plans colorbkgallery
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Stop by to see what we have in store or you can order from catalogs to help you
with your back to school plans.  All educational items discounted this month.

Deborah
Color Book Gallery
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#7670 From: Charing Ball <Charing@...>
Date: Thu Aug 4, 2011 3:33 pm
Subject: Logan CDC is hiring Charing@...
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Hello Everyone,

Spread the word about this wonderful job opportunity:

Logan CDC is looking to hire a full-time Senior Sanitation Specialist and a part-time Junior Sanitation Specialist.

Job Descriptions are attached.

Please, NO PHONE CALLS

Charing Ball
NAC Community Organizer
Logan CDC
4542 N. 11th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19140

267-335-3626

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#7671 From: michael.rice@...
Date: Thu Aug 4, 2011 4:01 pm
Subject: Minority Contractor Training Program michael.rice@...
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Important info - Please share

Minority Contractor Training Program
Expand Your Capacity to Build Your Business
Sponsored by the City of Philadelphia and Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc.
This free, six (6) month, (2 classes per month), course is designed to provide minority contractors with firsthand experience, market information, productive business relationships, and an opportunity to expand and enhance their business capacity. This program will enable minority contractors to work more independently on City-funded, public works projects. The program includes case studies from actual projects and offers insights to help business owners increase their competitive position.
The program has the capacity for sixty (60) companies, 120 participants. Each minority construction company may select two representatives to participate in the program. We encourage the owner to attend along with an employee.
Companies participating in this program will:
Increase their ability to profitably participate on public, non-profit and private sector contracts and
Be the first to receive invitations to participate in future capacity building programs. These programs could include bonding coverage, mentor/prot�g�, teaming partners, financial services, and a small business initiative.
The City of Philadelphia will award a certificate of completion to individuals during the graduation ceremony. OEO will acknowledge companies with graduating participants on the OEO website.
These interactive classes will begin on September 1 and run through February 16, 2012. All classes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Enterprise Center located at 4548 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139. Parking is available.
Applicants will be selected based on experience. The deadline for applications is August 12.
Blessed by the Best

Michael Rice
Community Engagement Specialist
Office of Truancy & Delinquency Prevention
Division of Community Based Prevention Services
Three Parkway
1601 Cherry Street, 9th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-683-4027

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#7672 From: "LR" <ebonness@...>
Date: Thu Aug 4, 2011 4:30 pm
Subject: Greater Philadelphia Christian Writers Conference - TEENS WRITE DAY - Aug 11th godsrhs
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There is a great conference coming up next week. The group is in its 28th year.
Very successful.....

This conference is a fabulous opportunity for any kid from 12 and up to meet
real published authors and publishers to be encouraged and trained in the craft
of writing. Samples of student's work is encouraged. Some publishers are looking
for young people to write for them.

Writing is essential to ANY kid who goes to school really. They plan to make it
fun. They even have a Pizza Party...

From their site:

"Do you love to write? Do you dream of writing a book or movie or a blog read by
millions?"



The TEEN conference runs from 10am - 6pm on Auguest 11th. If you have a group
please call them for group rates...registration is important!

Details are on the flyer...please click on the link below


http://www.writehisanswer.com/philadelphia/2011_Expanded_Teens_Write.htm



PS: There is a full 4 day conference for adults too if you want to participate
as well...daily rates are available as well...see the website for details.

http://www.writehisanswer.com/philadelphia/


Thanks & Blessings

Lois Ridley



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http://Christian-Children.com
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#7673 From: "Gary R. Adams" <gary.r.adams@...>
Date: Fri Aug 5, 2011 5:03 pm
Subject: Fwd: Friday 05 August 2011 News From The Coalition, Inc. mr_gr_adams
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From: News From The Coalition Inc <thecoalitionnews@...>
Date: Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 12:54 PM
Subject: Friday 05 August 2011 News From The Coalition, Inc.
To: coalition-the <coalition-the@googlegroups.com>

Greetings Friends and Members of The Coalition, Inc.,

On Saturday, September 10th, The Coalition, Inc.--an umbrella group of
approximately 90 local, regional and national community groups and
organizations committed to working together in peace and cooperating
with each other when opportunities arise--will hold a Special Summit
Meeting to share organizational policy statements related to the
issues that we all address in our communities. The purpose of this
gathering is to compile policy statements from each of our
organizations so that The Coalition can adopt and be prepared to
support the efforts of individual groups around those policy issues
that affect their work with communities. Because we work across a
broad spectrum from HIV prevention, treatment and related healthcare
work, education and youth-focused work, to work with immigrants,
community revitalization and beyond, it is our plan to develop a
"Policy Bank" that reflects the issues and concerns of front-line
organizations, and that can be used in support of the progressive
social change agendas of each group.

If your organization--whether community-based, faith-based, or
otherwise--is working on issues that are aimed at making positive
social change in our communities at whatever level, it and you should
be represented at our Special Summit Meeting.

Registration for the Summit Meeting is quick and easy. Just e-mail me
(jchurchville8@...) or (The.PACoalition@...)
with 1) the name of your organization; and 2) the names of the persons
who will be representing your organization at the Summit. It is urgent
that we hear from you by not later than August 15th so that we can
adequately prepare for the number of persons planning to
attend--including refreshments! Thank you in advance for your
assistance and cooperation.

WHAT: � � � The Coalition's First National Organizational Policy Summit
WHEN: � � � Saturday, September 10, 2011, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: � �The School District Bldg. Main Auditorium
� � � � � � � � � � 440 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130
WHY: � � � � Develop a "Policy Bank" to Support Organizations' Social
� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �Change Efforts

John Elliott Churchville, Ph.D., J.D., Summit Coordinator

Lose weight faster by eating ice cream? See Health Matters inside.

There are no Community Improvement Workshops Scheduled until Fall when
we will resume with our basic organizational curriculum package. If
you missed these in the beginning, we�re offering you a second chance,
if you wish to experience it again you are welcome to sign up. Look
for the announcement mid-September.

FEMA positions up to six figures available in our online Coalition
Group ongoing updates will be posted as they become available.

Look for our new website opening soon! www.TheCoalitionInc.org
Coalition members are invited to send us a brief description of your
services for our Community Resources page along with your web link if
applicable.

You may be receiving this E-newsletter because you were referred to us by a
friend. Please confirm your continued interest in receiving this email from
us, or if this E-news is being forwarded to you, and you wish to be placed
on our mailing list please contact us at: TheCoalitionNews@...

--
�Cooperation is the thorough conviction that nobody can get there
unless everybody gets there.� �~ Virginia Burden

Staff
News From The Coalition, Inc.
"Communication, Cooperation and Collaboration"

*Please share electronically. Help sustain our environment - only print this
e-mail if truly necessary.*

Thank you,
Gary R. Adams
TheCoalitionInc.org
Philadelphia Black Public Issues Forum

�For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who don�t believe, no proof is possible.� Stuart Chase

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#7674 From: "Rmship" <rmship@...>
Date: Sun Aug 7, 2011 9:49 am
Subject: Urgent help needed! Please send to your lists! Action needed, Thanks rmship
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Help me Win dream job Contest! Quick click equals a vote! Thanks, 5000 votes,
lets do it!
Posted by Baba Bob Shipman on August 2, 2011 at 4:00pm
View My Blog
Baba Bob here really shooting for 5000 votes, as I know the power of my friends,
family and connections! we started late, the leader has 2500 votes. I believe in
the power of our network!
click this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZCPqzyYrQM counts as a vote for
my son,  leader has 2500 votes, for dream job contest, help us please, quick
simple.

You guys know how hard I work for others, help m please! My son has a real shot
to win , only with your help.  I post Jobs, housing and your events. please send
this out to your friens an lists.
folks are looking and dont elieve we can do it. I DO! between all of the
Powerful connections i have I Know we WILL win!
If everyone sends to 10 friends and they Click thats a hundred, if the 100 sends
to another 10 friends thats 1000, lets do this all! PLEASE
see more below about Ronald Shipman
Please read! Dream job Candidate Ronald Shipman, Request your like and vote !
Thanks!
by Baba Bob Shipman on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 2:34pm
Ron rose from young single dad to a great student athlete and family man. Has a
undergrad degree and years of reporting experience. i am so proud of our
positive young people. his knowledge of the athletic world stems from his
personal experience as All public 4 letter man to Division II level college
forball at a HBCU as a walk on. visit here for more about his experience Wilder
World of Sports Micah sims http://bit.ly/qTyUrO visit , please like and vote for
him...deserves a shot!
Coaches POP Warner football team (liberty)
Taught Middle shool students
Sports reporter www.philly1.com
  http://bit.ly/qTyUrO his sports history 25,500 links on Google
Former Drug and alcohol counsler
Personal banker
This is from Baba Bob Shipman, community activist, social humanitarian, media /
social consultant. I work hard to highlight the happenings across our region.
Work to assist all walks of life. Today I humbly ask for your help , please
visit the video and like him and comment if possible.
you do not have to register but if u do it would count as a vote as well, love
you al!
GO HERE, BELOW visit now, today over and over...
Please send out daily to your networks and keep us posted !
http://www.975thefanatic.com/contests/2011/fanatic-dream-job/View.a...
As you already know, we're not only looking for a host with a great attitude
that can rile up listeners, we're looking for someone who's capable of creating
buzz about the station and station promotions and events.
This is your chance, should you choose, to generate buzz for yourself now by
getting your video seen by as many people as possible.  Post it on Facebook,
email it out to friends and have your friends post it & retweet on Twitter.  The
more people that see your work, the greater your presence among Fanatic
listeners will be.  Run wild with your video.
Ultimately, the decision for which entrants become one of the 10 semi-finalists
is up to the 97.5 programming department. We'll keep you up to date as new
information about that phase of the contest becomes available. Good luck!
Baba for Ron!

Ronald Shipman
August 1, 2011 3:18 AM

Ronald Shipman
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#7675 From: parentpartner@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sun Aug 7, 2011 8:55 pm
Subject: Logan-Olney Epic Stakeholders Meeting, 8/8/2011, 5:00 pm parentpartner@yahoogroups.com
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Title:		Logan-Olney Epic Stakeholders Meeting

Date:		Monday August 8, 2011
Time:		5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Repeats:		This event repeats every month on the second Monday until Monday December 31, 2012.
Location:		Holy Trinity Church (Marvine and Rockland Sts.)
Street:		Marvine and Rockland Sts.
City State Zip:		Philadelphia, PA 19141
Phone:		215.456.5561
Notes:		Stakeholders are members of support networks that exist in every community. They include residents, parents, youth, school staff, Family Court, police, political leaders, communities of faith, community activists, storeowners, truancy workers, and anyone else who has a stake in the development of the community and its residents. Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of every month. Refresments will be served. Please be on time!

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#7676 From: michael.rice@...
Date: Mon Aug 8, 2011 8:32 pm
Subject: Fw: MAYOR NUTTER ANNOUNCES "FLASH MOB" RESPONSE, CHANGES WEEKEND CURFEW TO 9PM IN TARGETED ENFORCEMENT AREAS michael.rice@...
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1. Here is the press release on the City's response to Flash Mobs. Please review and share with community residents. While there won't be serious enforcement in the neighborhoods, city youth need to aware of the hot spots where the curfew will be lowered and strictly enforced.

2. The EPIC Community groups will be discussing flash mobs as a part of their agenda. They are seeking to get input from youth as to how to best address this issue.

3. Thank you to the many of you who responded to my email regarding "Solving the Flash Mob situation" I will compile and email them out to you. Those of you with resources and organizations, I will pass your ideas and contact info on.

Blessed by the Best

Michael Rice
Community Engagement Specialist
Office of Truancy & Delinquency Prevention
Division of Community Based Prevention Services
Three Parkway
1601 Cherry Street, 9th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-683-4027

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"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you and next you win."
Mahatma Ghandi

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Subject: MAYOR NUTTER ANNOUNCES "FLASH MOB" RESPONSE, CHANGES WEEKEND CURFEW TO 9PM IN TARGETED ENFORCEMENT AREAS

City of Philadelphia

MAYOR'S OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS

Michael A. Nutter, Mayor
Mark McDonald, Press Secretary
Office: 215-686-6210
Cell: 267-303-9248

Monday, August 8, 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MAYOR NUTTER ANNOUNCES “FLASH MOB” RESPONSE,
CHANGES WEEKEND CURFEW TO 9PM IN TARGETED ENFORCEMENT AREAS

Philadelphia, August 8, 2011 – Mayor Michael A. Nutter announced that the Administration in cooperation with the District Attorney’s Office, the Philadelphia Municipal Court, Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) community groups, business owners and other stakeholders will launch a coordinated response to “flash mobs” and teen violence, including more enforcement and sustainable, positive opportunities for young people.

“Today, we are issuing an enforcement response and a community response to these terrible acts by a small number of reckless teenagers who have damaged our city and our citizens,” said Mayor Nutter. “Through the coordinated efforts of City officials, the Philadelphia Police Department, the District Attorney’s Office, the Courts and concerned citizens, we will put a stop to this violence in the heart of our city.”

Mayor Nutter signed an executive order to temporarily reduce the curfew to 9:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays for all minors under the age of 18 in targeted enforcement districts in Center City and University City. Throughout the remainder of the City, the curfew will remain 10:00 pm for minors under the age of 13 and 12:00 am for minors under the age of 18.

Mayor Nutter added, “In September, I am looking forward to working with City Council to amend our city’s curfew laws to better anticipate our enforcement needs.”

Minors who are caught breaking curfew will be sent home, brought home or transported to a police station where their parents will be contacted. Minors may be issued a citation with a $100 to $300 fine for a first offense.

District Attorney Seth Williams added, "We will be prosecuting these young criminals to the fullest extent of the law. There is no excuse for what they did, and they have brought great shame upon themselves and their families. Let this be a message to any others who think that participating in flash mobs is acceptable or fun -- don't do it. We will apprehend you, prosecute you, and send you away. You will not damage the reputation of our great City. And I will be working with our State Legislature and City Council to enact laws to hold those parents who permit their children to engage in this type of criminal conduct criminally accountable."

Mayor Nutter also outlined consequences for parents and legal guardians of children who break curfew. Parents, after receiving a first violation notice, will be fined up to $500 for successive violations. These notices and citations will be issued when the parent comes to collect their child from the police station.

If parents do not get their child within a reasonable time, the PPD will contact the Department of Human Services (DHS) to initiate an investigation. Additionally, parents whose child under the age of 18 is found liable or guilty by a court for injury, theft or other criminal acts, parents will be liable to the person who suffered the injury or loss of property. Parents and legal guardians are subject to imprisonment for up to 90 days for repeat curfew violation offenses.

Until the beginning of the school year, the PPD will have a greater presence in the targeted enforcement areas. The enforcement will include the Mounted Unit, Bike Patrol and other officers throughout Center City. To support these enforcement efforts, community leaders will volunteer as part of the Safe Corridors campaign. This campaign will encourage adults and responsible youth from across the region to patrol the targeted enforcement areas and to contact the PPD if violent or suspicious behavior is observed.

In the long term, the PPD will continue to work with SEPTA to enhance communication and coordination during “flash mob” attacks. Additionally, the PPD’s SafeCam initiative encourages businesses and residents to register their surveillance cameras with the PPD to assist with the apprehension and prosecution of individuals participating in criminal acts. Business owners and residents can visit https://safecam.phillypolice.com/ to join this program.

The City will expand recreation center hours to 10:00 pm on Friday and Saturday nights at approximately twenty centers throughout the City. The selected recreation centers include:

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
20 Sites for Extended Hours

Facility		Address

Northern Liberties Recreation Center		321 Fairmount Avenue
Murphy Recreation Center		300 Shunk Street
Vare Recreation Center		2600 Morris Street
Myers Recreation Center		5800 Kingsessing Avenue
Christy Recreation Center		728 S. 55th Street
Kingsessing Recreation Center		5000 Chester Avenue
Shepard Recreation Center		5700 Haverford Avenue
Gustine Lake Recreation Center		4863 Ridge Avenue
Hank Gathers Recreation Center		2501-19 W. Diamond Street
Athletic Recreation Center		1401-27 North 27th Street
Vogt Recreation center		4131 Unruh Street
Samuel Recreation Center		3539 Gaul Street
McVeigh Recreation Center		400-64 D Street
Feltonville Recreation Center		231-31 E. Wyoming Avenue
Lonnie Young Recreation Center		1100 E. Chelten Avenue
Happy Hollow Recreation center		4740 Wayne Avenue
Olney Recreation Center		100 E. Godfrey Avenue
Lawncrest Recreation Center		6000 Rising Sun Avenue
Simons Recreation Center		7200 Woolston Street
Fox Chase Recreation Center		7901 Ridgeway Street

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Katie Martin
Deputy Press Secretary
Office of Mayor Michael A. Nutter
City of Philadelphia
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(267) 438-7149 (c)

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#7677 From: Bob Shipman <rmship@...>
Date: Sun Aug 7, 2011 1:32 pm
Subject: Re: Join BME to recognize the unsung heroes in Philadelphia rmship
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Help me Win dream job Contest! Quick click equals a vote! Thanks, 5000 votes, lets do it!

Baba Bob here really shooting for 5000 votes, as I know the power of my friends, family and connections! we started late, the leader has 2500 votes. I believe in the power of our network!

click this link�http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZCPqzyYrQM�counts as a vote for my son,� leader has 2500 votes, for dream job contest, help us please, quick simple.

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You guys know how hard I work for others, help m please! My son has a real shot to win , only with your help.� I post Jobs, housing and your events. please send this out to your friens an lists.

folks are looking and dont elieve we can do it. I DO! between all of the Powerful connections i have I Know we WILL win!

If everyone sends to 10 friends and they Click thats a hundred, if the 100 sends to another 10 friends thats 1000, lets do this all! PLEASE

see more below about Ronald Shipman

Please read! Dream job Candidate Ronald Shipman, Request your like and vote ! Thanks!

by�Baba Bob Shipman�on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 2:34pm

Ron rose from young single dad to a great student athlete and family man. Has a undergrad degree and years of reporting experience. i am so proud of our positive young people. his knowledge of the athletic world stems from his personal experience as All public 4 letter man to Division II level college forball at a HBCU as a walk on. visit here for more about his experience Wilder World of Sports Micah sims�http://bit.ly/qTyUrO�visit , please like and vote for him...deserves a shot!
Coaches POP Warner football team (liberty)
Taught Middle shool students
Sports reporter�www.philly1.com
�http://bit.ly/qTyUrO�his sports history 25,500 links on Google
Former Drug and alcohol counsler
Personal banker

This is from Baba Bob Shipman, community activist, social humanitarian, media / social consultant. I work hard to highlight the happenings across our region. Work to assist all walks of life. Today I humbly ask for your help , please visit the video and like him and comment if possible.

you do not have to register but if u do it would count as a vote as well, love you al!

GO HERE, BELOW visit now, today over and over...

Please send out daily to your networks and keep us posted !

http://www.975thefanatic.com/contests/2011/fanatic-dream-job/View.a...

As you already know, we're not only looking for a host with a great attitude that can rile up listeners, we're looking for someone who's capable of creating buzz about the station and station promotions and events.

This is your chance, should you choose, to generate buzz for yourself now by getting your video seen by as many people as possible.� Post it on Facebook, email it out to friends and have your friends post it & retweet on Twitter.� The more people that see your work, the greater your presence among Fanatic listeners will be.� Run wild with your video.

Ultimately, the decision for which entrants become one of the 10 semi-finalists is up to the 97.5 programming department. We'll keep you up to date as new information about that phase of the contest becomes available. Good luck!

Baba for Ron!

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Ronald Shipman

August 1, 2011 3:18 AM

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Cell 215-432-3449

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On Mon, Aug 1, 2011 at 4:00 PM, Kristin Groenveld <kristin@...> wrote:

Dear Wendell,
There are so many black men that have helped Art Sphere Inc and are "unsung heroes" over the years that I'm not sure where to start other than starting at the most recent 2011 summer and spring projects.� Several men who have recently assisted Art Sphere Inc in empowering communities within the city of Philadelphia that are incredibly inspiring to younger men and deserve recognition are listed below and copied above. I am quite fortunate to be witness to their generosity of spirit...it keeps me feeling good and fueled to continue doing what we all do. I also copy� Priscilla and Erica who have seen Lenard in action and Carol (of the AfriCenter)- all black activist women who I know can add to this list.

Lenard Raines has been cleaning abandoned lots and streets of Grays Ferry...a true community activist and positive force in neighborhoods. Last week he helped Art Sphere Inc clean out an abandoned lot and encouraged us volunteers on to continue up the street even in the heat. He brought his truck, weedwacker and other tools and saved the day! Maybe just as importantly, he taught two young neighborhood boys how to use saws, rakes and pruning clippers. I was so struck not only at his willingness to share his tools and work with us in the heat but also his patience, caring and time with youth. He spoke with powerful wisdom when he said to the young guys that learning how to use tools as young black men would make them better at being grown men then showed them how to take apart and put together a weedwacker. He will be helping us again this Saturday 8-11 am at 32nd and Latona just 1/2 block south 32nd and Grays Ferry.

Kevin McClendon, a college art student has been volunteering with Art Sphere Inc� teaching art and painting murals with us at St Pauls Baptist Church Lemon Street Playground and Northern Liberties Recreation Center and John Heinz Refuge. He has encouraged many youth to express themselves creatively including a young artist who told both of us that meeting him changed her life....that she is now more dedicated to going to college and being an artist.

Mr Miller, Deacon Jackson, Deacon Brown, and Deacon Cook from St Pauls Baptist Church participated in our West Poplar Playground and Lemon Street Park mural/ cleanup projects. They are all leaders and have organized community members and Temple University College students to serve neighborhood with whose help made Art Sphere Inc successfully able to reach its mission removing all graffiti and trash in area and painting murals.
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I hope this is helpful and encourage everyone to also contact phillyparents. Bob Shipman is a longtime community activist in Philadelphia. He is definitely a hero of our city, too! He�s involved with various� organizations around the city including the Institute for the Study of Civic Values, Phillyneighborhoods, Philadelphia Independent Media Center, and Philadelphia Parent Partner� (where he has posted our Art Sphere Inc events)�

Again we thank you all for giving so much of yourselves for making the city a better place! Please feel free to contact me at 215-350-1968 if we can help facilitate any art/education projects and mural/lot cleanups.
Sincerely,
Kristin
Kristin Groenveld
Executive Director and Founder
Art Sphere Incorporated "Changing Lives Through Art"
kristin@...
www.artsphere.org
Connect with others and be creative now!
Art Sphere Incorporated / 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
P 215.413.3955/ F 215.413.3964 / www.artsphere.org
Founded in 1998, Art Sphere Incorporated is a Philadelphia-based non-profit, established to teach art to inner-city low-income youth. Our mission is to engage the creative in communities, explore the positives in peoples' lives and heal the mind, body and spirit through art.
On 8/1/11 2:15 PM, Wendell Dingle wrote:

Dear Lee :

We wanted to reach out to "Art Sphere, Inc." that works to empower communities within the city of Philadelphia. I am writing to send a personal invitation to you to get involved in the 2011 Black Male Engagement.

BME, pronounced Be Me, will identify, connect, and celebrate black men and boys to bring the perspective of the positive impact that in-formed and engaged black males have in our city.

Join us in making BME a success

We encourage you to share the opportunity with your team members who are black males who work to serve our city and lead others to servic

Recognize your friends, uncle, coach, or a black male (age 14+) for doing what they do everyday.

We welcome you to help spread the word to your networks, Philadelphians should hear as many of these stories as possible on www.bmechallenge.org by the deadline on on September 30, 2011.

Not only will participants connect with their peers, they will receive public recognition and be eligible for project funding. I would love to share more information about BME, the vision behind it as well as how it works.

I thank you for your time and consideration and please do drop me an email, I would love to further discuss.

Best regards,

Wendell Dingle
BME

e. wendell@...
www.bmechallenge.org

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August 5, 2011

The weekly newsletter of NE Philly - EMC activities to entertain,
stimulate and exhaust your kids.

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Welcome New Subscribers!

Follow us on FACEBOOK and TWITTER (@MacKidNEPhilly).

Our NBC10 interview link that I put in last week was messed up. Click on Still Time for Summertime Fun with the Kids to see the clip.

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Help, my daughter is a parking lot escape artist!

Advice by Parenting Expert Noel Janis-Norton

A Macaroni Kid Reader Asks:

Gilly, my 2 year old, breaks free of my hand and runs and won't stop. It scares me to death. Please don't judge me, but I have the monkey backpack (aka leash) for when we are out at the zoo or airport etc, but it's the little things like parking lots and just walks in the area that stress me out!

Noël Janis-Norton:

Whenever parents ask me about safety issues like this, my answer is easy. Do whatever you have to ...

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Macaroni Celebrates National Farmers' Market Week

So many reasons to shop!

National Farmers' Market Week is August 7-13. Frequenting local farmers' markets is a fun way to get outside and enjoy the summer. It also provides a lot of interesting things to see and products to buy and enjoy. You can feel better about knowing that your purchases will help your local economy and community.

There are many great reasons to shop at your local farmers' market. Here are a few of my favorite:

It's an excellent family activity. Get the family together and enjoy the local shopping experience. Vendors ...

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This Week's Adoptable Cuties!

NAR, PAWS & PSPCA

Sherbert is an adorable white and buff tabby male available for adoption at the Northeast Animal Rescue. He was born May 2011 Sherbert is a character. He loves to wrestle with his friends. Be sure to stock up on crinkle balls; they are his absolute favorite toy! Sherbert is up to date on shots, tested negative for FIV/FeLV and neutered. Anyone interested in adopting Sherbert can visit the Northeast Animal Rescue, located inside the PetSmart at 11000 Roosevelt Bvld., or fill out an application at nar.rescuegroups.org. ***
Patches ...

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Macaroni Giveaway - The Champions Shootout

A one-night only Philadelphia match at the Wells Fargo Center

The Champions Shootout, part of the Champions Series Tennis, features Agassi, Connors, Sampras and Courier in a one-night only Philadelphia match at the Wells Fargo Center on Saturday, September 24 at 7:30 p.m. The four champions pair off in one-set semi-finals competing for ranking points, culminating with the winners contending for the title in an eight-game pro-set championship match.

Agassi, Connors, Sampras and Courier will headline the newly expanded and reformatted Champions Series taking the highly competitive tennis circuit to a total of 12 US cities over a ...

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Macaroni Cares

Sprite Spark Parks Project

Sprite's multi-year commitment to bringing a 'spark' to active spaces within communities across the country!

Sprite has pledged to help refresh parks and play spaces across the country in 2011. This year, Sprite will invest $2 million to construct, refurbish and creatively refresh more than 150 neighborhood parks, athletic fields, school playgrounds and basketball courts!

Ultimately, the goal is to give young people a chance to be physically active, inspire their imagination and to create clean, safe and creative places to play for years to ...

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Macaroni Made

Sponge Balls

Need a new, fun way for kids to stay cool in the summer? Love water balloons but hate picking up small pieces of plastic all over the yard? Give sponge balls a try. They are softer than a snow ball and inexpensive to make!

There are endless sponge ball games kids can play; maybe they will even be encouraged to join you in some house cleaning?

You will need:

3 Dry Sponges (new)
Scissors
String

Directions

Cut sponges into approx. 1/2 inch strips with scissors.
Lay strips on top ...

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Blueberry Shortcake!

A New Spin On An Old Favorite

We are definitely a blueberry family. I spent countless hours as a child picking them fresh from the wild bushes of Central, PA and my children take pleasure in the same pursuit eating them just as fast as they can pick them! Blueberries are a staple in our summer diets and we look forward to the huge box that comes to us each July as part of the Moshannon Valley YMCA's summer fundraiser. Never a plumper, sweeter blueberry have I found! I freeze what I can before they are ...

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Macaroni Kid Enjoys BLUEBERRY SEASON!

Another Blueberry Article/Recipe

Blueberries Everywhere

Blueberries, blueberries….it is finally blueberry season! I am sure everyone has noticed that in last couple of years, blueberries have become very popular. Now, they are known as power food and full of antioxidants. I loved blueberries before they became one of the “it” food. I loved them in my smoothies, yogurt, cereal, muffins, salads, etc.

There is nothing better than picking and eating fresh blueberries. I have settled for frozen ones from the stores during winter. But, if I have a choice, I will never do ...

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Macaroni Marble Painting Craft

Art in the Park

This was a fun and easy art project that my kids and our friends did at the park one day. Both the younger and older kids had fun with this activity. Supplies:

Marbles
Tempura Paint
egg carton
spoon
shallow box

We first set up all the paint colors into the egg carton then placed a marble in each color. A Facebook fan of our suggested using acorns, rocks, whatever nature is around you. Such a great suggestion! I think next time we'll try it with rocks that the kids ...

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Macaroni Kid for Newbies

A Review for the Rest of Us!

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This is NOT the end of Your Newsletter

Don't miss all the articles & giveaways below the events listings!

♥ MORE GREAT ARTICLES, CRAFTS AND RECIPES BELOW! ♥

Our events listings are long ... which is great! Unfortunately, some e-mail servers will cut off the newsletter before you've had a chance to read (or even SEE) everything in this week's issue!

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This Week's Picks:

August 5th through August 13th

Friday, August 5 - First Fridays In Downtown Glenside

Where: Downtown Glenside along Easton Road (between Glenside and Toxony Avenues) and Glenside Avenue (between Easton Road and Keswick Avenue)

When: n/a
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Businesses offering special attractions include: Conestoga Bank, 12 W. Glenside Ave; Marcella’s Music, 24 E. Glenside Ave; Dovetail Artisans, 105 E. Glenside Ave; Sweet Magnolia, 117 S. Easton Rd; Rocky’s, 22 E. Glenside Ave. To see all, go to First Friday.

Cost: Admission is FREE!
For more info: All parking will be free starting at 5:00 p.m.

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Friday, August 5 through Sunday, October 30 - Rembrant and the Face of Jesus

Where: The Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130

When: See Museum Hours
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Private tours are available before exhibit hours for $30/member or $36/non-member. Check the site for fees, pay-what-you-like Sundays, etc.

For more info: Call 215-763-8100 or click on Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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Friday, August 5 through Friday, September 30 - Financial Literacy

The Please Touch Museum, in conjunction with First Financial Group, presents new programming to introduce young children to the concepts of earning, saving, spending and investing. Financial Literacy includes a theater show, story time, banker PTM Puppet Pal, interactive workshop, and Design Your Dime activity.

Where: Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131

When: n/a
Who: Young children with their caretakers
How: N/A
Cost: Activities are free with admission to the museum.

For more info: The museum is open Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call: 215-581-3181

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Friday, August 5 through Sunday, August 14 - Adventure Aquarium’s Summer Fun Nights!

This summer, Adventure Aquarium guests will have THREE additional hours to explore America’s Most Touchable Aquarium! On weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights) from July 22 through Aug 14, we’ll be extending our operating hours and closing at 8 PM so that our guests can take full advantage of the added daylight that summer brings. Now you can relax, visit at your own pace and still make it home before dark! Use the added time to take in an extra show, touch even more cool sea creatures, get your face painted, feed stingrays, or even have dinner on the waterfront!

Where: Adventure Aquarium, 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ 08103

When: 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM (Extended hours 5 PM to 8 PM Friday thru Sunday)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Visit after 4:30 PM to receive a voucher for FREE parking with your ticket purchase. Offer valid for box office ticket sales only.

Cost: Ticket prices for adults are $22.95. Children 2 - 12 are $17.95. Parking is FREE after 4:30!
For more info: Call 856-365-3300

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Friday, August 5 - The Secret Garden- Upper Darby Summer Stage: Children's Theatre

Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
When: 10:30 AM (70 minutes)
Who: Ages six and up.
How: Go to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center Ticketing or call the Box Office at 610-622-1189 to purchase tickets. The Box Office is open 9:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Cost: Orchestra $9, Balcony $8, Lower Side $7, Side Balcony $6. $1 off for members. Not a member? Click UDPAC Membership and make a contribution of $25. You'll save $1 or more on every ticket that you buy!

For more info: Sponsored by Holy Child Academy and Children's Book World

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Friday, August 5 through Saturday, August 6 - Jack and the Beanstalk - Presented by Storybook Musical Theatre

Where: Mitchell Performing Arts Center, Tomlinson and Buck Roads, Bryn Athyn, PA.
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Appropriate for age 3 and older.
How: Buy tickets online for Storybook Musical Theatre.

Cost: Adults: $12; Children: $10; Groups: $7.95-$6.95
For more info: For showtimes call 215-659-8550.

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Friday, August 5 - FAME the Musical

Where: Bristol Riverside Theatre, 120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA 19007
When: 11:00 AM (Also at 1 PM)
Who: Appropriate for the family
How: Click on Bristol Riverside Theatre Tickets to purchase online or call the Box Office: 215-785-0100

Cost: Tickets are $8.
For more info: Administrative Office: 215-785-6664

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Friday, August 5 - First Friday in the Old City Art District

Want proof of Philadelphia’s happening art scene? Come down to Old City for First Fridays. On the first Friday evening of every month the streets fill with art lovers of all kinds who wander among the neighborhood’s 40-plus galleries. A casual atmosphere encourages art and people watching, eating at Old City’s many restaurants and just plain mingling. There’s diversity both in the crowd and among the galleries, adding flavor to the experience. Most galleries can be found between Front and Third, and Market and Vine Streets.

Where: Between Front and 3rd, and Market and Vine Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 625-9200 / (800) 555-5191

When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family. A great way for children to appreciate art in a less formal atmosphere than art museums!
How: N/A

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Click on First Friday Old City for more information. See also: First Friday Party "After" Dark at Race Street Pier at the Race Street Pier Park in MacKid Events.

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Friday, August 5 - Soapmaking with Tom Twardowski

Lather up! Learn about the soapmaking process—how it’s done today, and how it used to be made—and make your own bar of soap to take home. Scents, colors, exfoliants, and even glitter will be available for you to customize your creation. Tom Twardowski will lead the demonstrations and explain the chemistry behind soapmaking, including an explanation of how lye was originally obtained from ash.

Where: Chemical Heritage Foundation, 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Children ages 8 and up
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call: 215-925-2222

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Friday, August 5 - Friday Night Specials for Kids

Friday Night Specials includes food, drink, arts & crafts, movie, bingo, etc.

Where: American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (First & Third Fridays)
Who: Children
How: N/A
Cost: $10/child
For more info: Call 215-685-8733

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Friday, August 5 - First Friday Doylestown

Celebrating the Businesses and the Arts of Doylestown every First Friday! It's fun, it's free, it's for the family, it's First Friday Doylestown!! Come for fun and festive music and entertainment!!
Merchants are open late to exhibit work from local artists and invite you to enjoy the sounds of local musicians. So bring your family and invite your friends...for art's sake. For a schedule of upcoming music and art or a list of participating businesses, click First Friday Doylestown and see the menu on the left.

Where: Court & Main Streets, Doylestown, PA 18901. Follow The Flags outside stores, restaurants, and businesses throughout town and discover a new side of Doylestown!

When: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Rain or Shine!)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Click on Free First Friday Parking to see a map.

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Friday, August 5 - First Friday Lansdale

Where: Downtown Lansdale, PA
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Register at 2011First Friday Lansdale for the monthly giveaway or call 215.362.6726. More info at First Friday.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: The NPCN, in partnership with the Borough of Lansdale and the Businesses of Lansdale is proud to bring First Friday to Lansdale for the second straight year. First Fridays is a monthly festival that encourages shops, restaurants, businesses, and community groups to work together to both communicate and stimulate the growth and revitalization of downtown Lansdale. First Friday includes musicians in concert, clowns, face painting, inflatable’s, games and other outdoor entertainment.

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Friday, August 5 through Friday, August 26 - FANTASTIC FRIDAYS Free Concert Series & Fireworks Spectacular at Penn Treaty Park

Where: Penn Treaty Park, 1199 N. Delaware Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19125
When: 6:30 PM (Also on August 19th & August 26th)
Who: Fun for the whole family!
How: Bring your blanket, food and beverages...and your dancing shoes!
Cost: FREE!

For more info: www.penntreatypark.org

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Friday, August 5 - First Friday Party "After" Dark at Race Street Pier at the Race Street Pier Park

After visitors explore the galleries in Old City, they can take a stroll down Race Street to the new park where the First Friday celebration will continue with food, live painting demonstrations from the Hussian School of Art Students, and music by Trinidelphia and DJ Jack Tripper. The new Race Street Pier park, a beautiful waterfront park in Philadelphia, is hosting a “First Friday Party After Dark.” The Race Street Peers are coming together and putting this event together so that people will come and enjoy the park. Bring your friends and introduce them to Philadelphia’s newest waterfront park!

Where: The Race Street Pier, 121 N. Columbus Boulevard (at Race Street), Philadelphia PA 1910. Race Street Pier Park is set right under the Ben Franklin Bridge and is beautifully lit at night.

When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Rain or Shine)
Who: Date night! Or bring the family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: In conjunction with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation and sponsored by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, the Race Street Peers will be hosting a First Friday event at the park.

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Friday, August 5 through Saturday, August 6 - Titanic, the Musical- Upper Darby Summer Stage: Main Stage

Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
When: 7:30 PM
Who: Ages 12 and up.
How: Go to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center Ticketing or call the Box Office at 610-622-1189 to purchase tickets. The Box Office is open 9:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Cost: Orchestra $13, Balcony $12, Lower Side $11, Side Balcony $10. $1 off for members. Not a member? Click UDPAC Membership and make a contribution of $25. You'll save $1 or more on every ticket that you buy!

For more info: Sponsored by PECO

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Friday, August 5 - The Mummy - FREE outdoor movie screening at The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute will be hosting its first-ever free outdoor movie screening! Bring the kids to the Race Street side of the museum on for a screening of The Mummy, starring Brendan Fraser -- in celebration of TFI’s current exhibition, “Mummies of the World.” Gates open at 8 pm, and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Refreshments will be available for purchase, and there will be a raffle with exciting prizes.Come early to see the Mummified Frog Cart and The Science of Fireworks Live Show.

Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 8:00 PM
Who: The movie is PG-13 and appropriate for the family with parental discretion.
How: First come, first served. Rain location: Franklin Theater.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call: 215-448-1200

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Saturday, August 6 - Mommy Market at Lansdale UMC

Where: Lansdale United Methodist Church, 300 N. Broad St, Lansdale, PA 19446
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: To reserve a table(s), download the registration form at http://www.lansdale-umc.org. TABLES ARE SOLD OUT!!

Cost: $1 admission per person. Vendors $10/table (prior to July 25th) -- the price goes from $10/table to $15/table if postmarked after July 25th (pending availability). TABLES ARE SOLD OUT!!

For more info: Questions please contact: Laurie@... or the church office at (215) 855-8364

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Saturday, August 6 - Home Depot's Kids Workshops - Project: Pencil Box

Home Depot - Kid's Workshop!

Bring the kids in to build a Pencil Box for School!

Where: Local Home Depot Stores:

A. PHILADELPHIA - Roosevelt Blvd, 4640 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19124;
B. PORT RICHMOND - 2539 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134;
C. CHELTENHAM - 2385 Cheltenham Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19150

When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every first Saturday)
Who: Children from 5 to 12 years of age with a responsible adult.
How: Call the individual stoes:
Philadelphia - 215-537-6100;

Port Richmond - 215-744-1128,
Cheltenham - 215-881-9600

Cost: FREE!
For more info: This FREE family activity, designed for children ages 5-12, teaches children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.
All children keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. Every first Saturday at all stores.

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Saturday, August 6 - Pennypack Environmental Center

Where: Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115

When: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: First Saturday of each month. Contact Info: Tel 215-685-0470; Fax 215-685-0469. Parking lot available.

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Saturday, August 6 through Sunday, December 18 - The Stoogeum: Museum of Three Stooges memorabilia

Where: The Stoogeum, 904 Sheble Lane, Ambler, PA 19002. For directions click on Stoogeum Directions.

When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Free admission, but donations are appreciated

For more info: Phone (267) 468-0810 or email Gary Lassin at garylassin@...

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Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, August 27 - Briar Bush - Free Saturday Programs

Pop over to Briar Bush for nature-related fun and learning. Animal Open House, 1st and 3rd Saturdays: Briar Bush's museum is home to over 30 animals, including rabbits and rats, skinks and snakes, chinchillas and tarantulas. Come learn about our animals, and even give them a pat. Guided Nature Hikes, 2nd and 4th Saturdays in August. Nature changes from week to week - see what's going on in the Briar Bush woods during a relaxing walk

Where: Briar Bush Nature Center, 1212 Edge Hill Road, Abington, PA 19001

When: 10:00 AM
Who: All ages are welcome for these free programs.
How: Registration is not required.
Cost: FREE

For more info: Phone: 215-887-6603; Fax: 215-887-9079; Website: http://www.briarbush.org/

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Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, September 3 - Peter Pan

A delightful adaptation of the classic J.M. Barrie tale about the boy who refused to grow up and his adventures in Neverland with the nefarious Captain Hook. Directed by Rebecca Cureton.

Where: Hedgerow Theatre, 64 Rose Valley Road, Media, PA 19063-4905.

When: 11:00 AM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Call 610-565-4211 for tickets.

Cost: Adults $11, Children $9
For more info: Call: (610) 565-8286. Coming soon: Through the Looking Glass, The Emperor's New Clothes, The Best Christmas Pagent Ever. Click on Hedgerow Children's Series to see more.

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Saturday, August 6 through Sunday, August 7 - Peach Festival at Shady Brook Farm

Pick-your-own peaches (priced by the pound), hayrides, face painting, inflatable attractions, & gourmet peach items.

Where: Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, PA 19067
When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE admission!
For more info: Call: 215-968-1670 or email : familyfun@...

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Saturday, August 6 - KidsInCenterCity.com Saturday Playdate

Where: Comcast Center, 1701 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (Music Monkey Jungle music begins at 12 Noon.)
Who: Little music monkeys and their parents.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!

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Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, December 3 - Behind the Scenes Tours - Independence Seaport Museum

Take a look "behind the scenes" and see spaces not usually open to the public on the Museum's historic ships. Visitors can enjoy tours of the submarine Becuna's conning tower and the cruiser Olympia's engine room. You may know that the Becuna and the Olympia are National Historic Landmarks, but did you know the Olympia's engine has a seperate National Engineering Landmark designation? Be sure to check it out on the behind the scenes tour!

Where: Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S. Columbus Blvd. & Walnut St. (Penn's Landing), Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Tours begin on the hour and half hour on the First Saturday of Every Month!)
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: Tours begin on the hour and half hour, assemble in front of the historic ships and are available on a first-come, first served basis.

Cost: FREE with regular museum admission.
For more info: Call: 215-413-8655

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Saturday, August 6 - ACANA African Festival - Bridging the Gap

ACANA -- the African Cultural Alliance of North America -- presents the annual African Festival. Part of the PECO Multicultural Series, this free festival celebrates the diverse ethnic heritage that makes Philadelphia unique. Live entertainment includes: Black Diamond, Kulu Mele Dance Rroupe, Rafiya, Rotimi & de Afrophonik Crew, Jay-Q, Go for Brook, Coda, Sister Rose, and the Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble. There will also be vendors with ethnic food and articles for sale.

Where: Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA

When: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Contact Voffee Jabateh at 215-729-8225

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Sunday, August 7 - Don Sebastiano (Opera)

The Amici Opera Company production of Donizettis Don Sebastiano has its last performance this Sunday. Michael Yasenchock will perform the title role, along with Fran Kraeme as Zaida and Raffaele Rudise as Camoens.

Where: Tabor Lutheran Church, Roosevelt Boulevard & Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for adults and children able to sit quietly through an opera.
How: N/A
Cost: Tickets are $25 at the door & $22 for seniors and advance purchases. Students are $15. Children 12 and under are $10.

For more info: Call 2154-224-0257 or visit "Amici Opera" on Facebook.

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Sunday, August 7 through Sunday, August 21 - Cheltenham 2011 Summer Concerts in the Park -- Ellis Paul - Singer/Song Writer

Where: Curtis Arboretum, Church Rd. & Greenwood Avenue, Wyncote, PA. Einstein at Elkins Park, l60 East Township Line Road (enter off Church Road near Jenkintown Road), Elkins Park, PA.

When: 5:00 PM (No concert July 31st or August 14th)
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: Find the schedule of performers at Cheltenham Concerts in the Park online.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: For more information, contact the Cheltenham Township Parks and Recreation Dept. at 215-887-1000, ext. 227 or email: jhoover@....

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Tuesday, August 9 - Rock 'n' Roar Concert Series Presents Sweetbeatz

Where: The Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 West Girard Avenue (corner of 34th Street and Girard Avenue), Philadelphia, PA 19104

When: 11:00 AM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Go to Philadelphia Zoo Tickets to purchase admission tickets or membership online.

Cost: FREE with zoo admission.
For more info: (215) 243-1100

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Tuesday, August 9 - Young People's Concert Series - Rising Stars of Tomorrow

Showcasing a creative array of the region’s most talented young performers ages 8-21.

Where: The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 5201 Parkside Avenue, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia PA, 19131

When: 11:00 AM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: The Young People’s Concert Series makes high-quality and culturally diverse performing arts programs accessible to all children. Performances by professional and emerging artists offer our young people a chance to experience and be inspired by the talents of others their age!

Cost: Tickets are not required for these FREE concerts. Seating is general admission and given on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are required only for groups of 30 or more.

For more info: For more information, visit manncenter.org/education, call Rhoda A. Blount, Director of Education & Community Engagement 215-546-7900 x109, or email education@....

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Wednesday, August 10 through Friday, August 12 - The Dinosaur Musical- Upper Darby Summer Stage: Children's Theatre

Where: Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
When: 10:30 AM (August 11 at 7:30 PM. One hour.)
Who: Ages five and up.
How: Go to Upper Darby Performing Arts Center Ticketing or call the Box Office at 610-622-1189 to purchase tickets. The Box Office is open 9:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

Cost: Orchestra $9, Balcony $8, Lower Side $7, Side Balcony $6. $1 off for members. Not a member? Click UDPAC Membership and make a contribution of $25. You'll save $1 or more on every ticket that you buy!

For more info: Sponsored by Motions Dance and Fitness Shoppe

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Wednesday, August 10 through Wednesday, September 28 - RAAMP It Up - Free Live Music Every Wednesday!

Nasir Dickerson & The Renaissance Messengers (Jazz)
Locally trained and world-traveled, Nasir Dickerson & The Renaissance Messengers represent a new vanguard in modern jazz. Join them on AAMP’s plaza for a delightful evening of old and new, masterfully blended and served chilled.

Where: African American Museum in Philadelphia. 701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for adults and older children
How: N/A
Cost: Admission is FREE!
For more info: Check online at RAAMP It Up.

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Wednesday, August 10 - 2011 Pennypack Park Music Festival

The Festival continues with performances: 8/10 - Elvis Tribute (Vince DeBlasis/TCE Band); 8/17 - Party Dolls; 8/31 - British Invasion (English Rock Tribute); and 9/14 - Simply the Best (Tina Turner Tribute)

Where: Pennypack Park Bandshell near the park entrance at Welsh Road and Cresco Avenue.
When: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Concerts will be held most Wednesdays through September.)
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: Bring lawn chairs or blankets! Alcohol is prohibited.
Cost: FREE!

For more info: Call 215-574-2100 or go to Pennypack.org

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Thursday, August 11 through Thursday, August 25 - Screenings Under the Stars

Where: RiverStage on Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19106

When: The screenings will begin at dusk or approximately 8:00 p.m. in August.
Who: Family entertainment and/or a great date night for couples!
How: August 11th - Michael Jackson's This Is It; August 18th - Twilight Saga: Eclipse; August 25th - Despicable Me

Cost: FREE!
For more info: For a list of featured presentations, please visit http://www.delawareriverevents.com/.

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Thursday, August 11 - Yosi & The Superdads - XPN Kids Corner Concert

Where: Azalea Meadow • Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: For more Parking & Rates information, see Morris Arboretum Concert Series - Rates & Parking

Cost: Non-member fees for concert nights: $5.00 per individual, 3 years of age and up. (After 4 p.m.) Members who walk, bike or take SEPTA will not be charged a fee. ALL CARS ENTERING AFTER 4 PM will be charged a per-car parking fee ($30 for non-members) instead of a per-person admission.

For more info: Call 215-247-5777

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Thursday, August 11 - Barleyjuice! -- Abington Art Center: 2011 Concerts at the Manor

Where: Abington Art Center, 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Barleyjuice’s five kilted yanks are currently one of the most beloved celtic rock bands in the USA. Kyf Brewer’s signature whiskey-soaked vocals perfectly trademark the group’s quick-witted and catchy originals, and partner Keith “Swanny” Swanson is no slouch, lithely covering additional lead vocals, guitar, mandolin, whistle, bouzouki, and bagpipes.

Cost: FREE! Donations requested.
For more info: Phone: 215-887-4882 or email: info@.... Barleyjuice

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Thursday, August 13 - Philly Market Street Book Expo 2011 - Empowering a New Generation Through Pages

Where: Griffin Hall (First Unit-Phila Arts Institute), 2125 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family
How: Click on PMSBE to purchase admission tickets or become a vendor.

Cost: General Admission - $5.00 ($1.11 online purchase fee); Kids Under 11 - FREE
For more info: Contact: Lisa Day, Event Coordinator by Email: pmsbe2011@... or call the Office: 267-386-8204 ext. 7

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This Week's Calendar:

August 1st through August 11th

Monday, August 1 through Sunday, September 4 - Independence Seaport Museum - $5 after 5PM

Coming down to Penn's Landing for a Festival or a free summer movie? The Seaport Museum, normally open from 10 AM to 5 PM will stay open until 7PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday for this $5 after 5 special. Explore the exhibits, including the Museum's two historic ships, Olympia and Becuna and enjoy a lovely summer evening on the waterfront. Museum and ships stay open until 7pm.

Where: Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S. Columbus Blvd. & Walnut St. (Penn's Landing), Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Thursday, Friday and Saturday through 9/3)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Last ticket sales at 6 PM.
Cost: Pay just $5 after 5pm

For more info: (215) 413-8655

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Friday, August 5 through Monday, September 5 - Discover the Real George Washington: New Views from Mount Vernon

Where: National Constitution Center, Independence Mall, 525 Arch Street (2 blocks from Independence Hall), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106. 215-409-6600

When: See Museum Hours
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Summer Hours: Sun - Fri 9:30am - 5pm, Thursday 9:30am - 8pm, Saturday 9:30am - 6pm

Cost:KIDS ARE FREE! Families can save a pocketful of “Washingtons” with free admission to the Center for up to four children (ages 12 and under) with one paying adult, now through Labor Day!

For more info: The Center is hosting The President's House: Their Untold Stories in Quilts in Posterity Hall. This collection of art quilts celebrates the humanity, dignity, and courage of the nine enslaved persons owned by George and Martha Washington at the President's House. Created by a multiracial and multicultural group of both internationally acclaimed and novice quilt artists, the quilts are intended to stimulate dialogue about slavery and freedom in the paradigm of democracy.

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Friday, August 5 through Friday, August 19 - ABINGTON TOWNSHIP REMEMBERS 9/11 - Calling all Young Poets

Where: Abington Free Library or the Roslyn Library
When: n/a
Who: All Abington Township/Rockledge Borough children and young adults. Entries will be divided into three age categories: 9 and under, 10 to 13 and 14 to 18.
How: Forms are available at the Abington Township Municipal Building, the Abington Township Public Libraries, or online at abingtonfreelibrary.org. All entries must be typed and attached to the form (no e-mailed entries). Poet’s name must not appear on the poem. Completed entry form will be numbered and corresponding number will be placed on typed poem. Entries will be judged by a team of jurors.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Sponsored by the Abington Township Public Library

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Friday, August 5 through Sunday, September 11 - Paddle Penn's Landing

Where: The kayaks and swan boats launch from the Penn’s Landing Marina, just south of the Independence Seaport Museum and Ferry Dock where the water is calm and where boaters will be far removed from boat traffic on the Delaware River.

When: Fridays from 4:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from noon- 8:00 p.m.
Who: Outdoor enthusiasts, families and kayakers of all levels
How: Eight solo kayaks and three tandem kayaks are available for rent. The 10 swan boats available for rent are easily powered by foot pedals and can seat two people and a child. All kayak or swan boat participants will be required to wear life jackets.

Cost: Kayak rental is $8 per person and includes a 10-minute overview introduction to the sport, with instruction on basic strokes, safety tips and supervision while on the water. The pedal swan boats cost $10 per boat and are ideal for families with children under the age of 12, or for boaters who would like to leisurely experience the Delaware River and enjoy the great views.

For more info: Contact Laurie Heinerichs: Phone 215-629-3218 or go to the Web Page: http://www.delawareriverevents.com

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Friday, August 5 through Sunday, October 23 - Mummies of the World

Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 North 20th Street (20th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway), Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Thursday-Sunday, 5-8:30pm (Mummies of the World evening hours; last exhibit admission at 7pm))
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Purchase tickets online at Mummies of the World OR by Phone: Call 1-877-TFI-TIXS (Phone lines open daily from 9:00AM - 5:00PM)

Cost: DAILY: Adult: $26.50; Seniors 62+: $24.50; Children ages 4-11: $19.50 - includes general admission. THURSDAY - SUNDAY EVENINGS: Adult: $19.50; Seniors 62+: $17.50; Children ages 4-11: $14.50 - include admission to Mummies of the World only.

For more info: Call: (215) 448-1200. Exhibit will be here until 10/23/2011.

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Friday, August 5 - Family Fun Night at the Abington YMCA

Where: Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington, PA
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Every Friday)
Who: YMCA members
How: No registration required
Cost: Free for all members
For more info: 215-884-9622

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Friday, August 5 through Monday, September 5 - Friday Night Fireworks: Lights on the River

Where: Visit www.NewHopeLambertvilleFireworks.com for more information on viewing spots, public parking, bathrooms and weather updates.

When: 9:30 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: In the case of inclement weather, please check the website by 12 noon on Friday’s for possible cancellations.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Follow us on Facebook at Lambertville-New Hope Fireworks and Twitter at EnjoyNewHope.

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Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, September 3 - Breakfast with Ben

Where: Independence Visitor Center, 1 N. Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Who: Adults and children.
How: Tickets are on sale at the Independence Visitor Center Information Desk at 6th & Market Streets. For more information on Independence Visitor Center ticket sales, 215-965-7676 or 800-537-7676. Reservations for Breakfast with Ben must be made by 3:00 p.m. Friday.

Cost: Adults: $19.95; Children: (ages 3-10) $9.95; *Special Group Times and Pricing are also available. Please call to speak with a Visitor Service Representative, and book your program today!*

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Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, September 3 - Sensational Storytime Saturday

Stories for young children by their favorite authors. Come for storytime, snack and play. Meet other children and play in the indoor playground.

Where: Treehouse Learning Center, 16 S Letitia Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Young children with parents
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call: 267-639-3009

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Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, September 10 - Colonial Kids Quest

Where: Departs from Historic Philadelphia Center, 6th & Chestnut Streets
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family, although best suited for the 10 and under crowd.
How: All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $17 per person, children under 2 are free.
For more info: To see more click on Colonial Kids Quest at Historical Philadelphia.

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Sunday, August 7 - Summer Celebrations - Special Kids Family Days at Abington Y

Features themed activities, pizza & juice. Events include full supervision along with games, swimming, sports, crafts, use of the gymnastics center, and more.

Where: Held in the accessible North Gym of the Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington, PA

When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Sundays)
Who: For children of all ages with special needs and their parents.
How: Registration encouraged.
Cost: Full Privilege members $7; Program Members $8; Non-members $12

For more info: 215-884-962

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Monday, August 8 - Open Floor Poetry Readings

Poetry readings

Where: American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135

When: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Second and Fourth Mondays each month)
Who: Adults & Teens ages 14 and older
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Phone 215-685-8733

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Tuesday, August 9 through Wednesday, August 24 - Regal Summer Movie Express

Where: Oxford Valley Theatre Stadium 14, 403 Middletown Blvd Langhorne PA (215-750-3381) and Warrington Crossing Stadium 22, 104 Easton Rd., Bldg F Warrington PA (215-918-1667)

When: 10:00 AM
Who: All ages
How: OXFORD VALLEY
The Last Airbender; 8/9-8/10 -- Cats and Dogs: Revenge, Muppets Take Manhattan; 8/16-8/17 -- Ramona & Beezus, The Spy Next Door

Cost: $1
For more info: WARRINGTON CROSSING
8/9-8/10 -- Open Season 3, The Last Airbender; 8/16-8/17 -- Cats and Dogs: Revenge, Muppets Take Manhattan

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Tuesday, August 9 through Thursday, August 25 - Frank Theatres Summer Kids Series

The Summer Kid Series will continue through mid-August. The films are: (8/9 & 8/11) -- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - PG; (8/16 & 8/18) -- Despicable Me - PG

Where: Frank Theatre, 750 Montgomery Glen Dr, Lansdale, PA 19446
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family.
How: N/A
Cost: $1.00 per ticket
For more info: Call (215) 855-4245

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Tuesday, August 9 - Chess Club

Chess club offers a chance to show off your skills and play a strategic game of chess.

Where: Torresdale Branch of the Free Library, 3079 Holme Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Children and families
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Phone: 215-685-0494

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Wednesday, August 10 through Wednesday, August 31 - A.C. Moore Make & Take Arts & Crafts

A.C. Moore Arts & Crafts will hold free Make & Take arts and crafts activities every Wednesday during July and August! These family friendly crafts are designed to stimulate imaginative play and give parents and kids a fun activity to do together during summer downtime.

Where: North East Shopping Center, 9111 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19114; Towne Center, 970 W Street Road, Warminster, PA 18991; and Willow Grove Shopping Center, 100 Park Avenue, Willow Grove, PA 19090.

When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Wednesdays through the summer)
Who: Children 2-12 and parents.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: For a full listing of events, please visit A.C. Moore online. Phone: 215-699-7224

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Thursday, August 11 through Thursday, September 1 - $5 After 5: Summer Nights at The National Constitution Center

Where: The National Constitution Center, Independence Mall, 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the whole family!
How: N/A
Cost: $5 for adults - up to 4 kids are FREE with a paying adult

For more info: Click National Constitution Center Summer Nights.

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Thursday, August 11 through Thursday, August 25 - Tacony Summer Concert Series

Where: Disston Recreation Center, 4423 Longshore Ave Philadelphia, PA 19135

When: 6:30 PM
Who: The whole family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!

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Thursday, August 11 through Thursday, September 8 - Montgomery Township Summer Concert Series

Montgomery Township Summer Concert Series - outdoors at the Gazebo.

Where: Montgomery Township Building Gazebo, 1001 Stump Road, Montgomeryville, PA 18936. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be moved indoors into the Township Building.

When: 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM (Thursdays)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: 215-393-6900

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Plan Ahead:

August 12th through August 19th

Friday, August 12 - Second Friday in North Wales

Second Friday North Wales on July 8th will feature a number of activities centered around Celebrating America. The NPC Network has partnered with the North Wales BBA to host a Pie Baking Contest to determine the "Best Pie" in North Wales. We will also be honoring several Veterans, Fireman, and Police Officers at the Main Stage throughout the night. We will be highlighting Kabudi Project, which plays a host of Reggae music, at the Main Stage and will feature several different acts around town. There will be several retailers and vendors that will have interactive games and fun crafts available for the children.

Where: Downtown North Wales. See maps at North Wales.

When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Come celebrate the revitalization of Downtown North Wales during Second Friday North Wales, presented by the NPCN.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: North Penn Community Network, in partnership with the North Wales Borough Business Alliance is proud to introduce Second Friday’s to North Wales. It is a monthly festival that encourages shops, restaurants, businesses, and community groups to work together to communicate & stimulate the growth & revitalization of downtown North Wales. Second Fridays is a free event for all ages which includes musicians in concert, games and activities, and other outdoor entertainment.

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Friday, August 12 - Abington Y Kids Night Out

This night is for children to have fun while their parents enjoy a break! Features themed activities (August 12 - Summer Luau), pizza & juice. Bring your swimsuits!

Where: Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
When: 6:30 PM - 9:45 PM
Who: Kids in Abington
How: Pre-registration is highly recommended. Phone: 215-884-9622

Cost: Full Privilege Family Members: $12 per child; Program Members: $17 per child

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Saturday, August 13 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics -- School House Photo Holder

The beginning of the school year is just around the corner! Bring your child in to Lowe's and they can build this School House Photo Holder!

Where: Lowe's of Philadelphia, Aramingo Avenue, 3800 Aramingo Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19137 [(215) 904-9951] OR Lowe's of Plymouth Meeting, 2002 Chemical Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA , 19462 [(610) 834-8885]

When: 10:00 AM (Second and Fourth Saturdays each month.)
Who: Children old enough to handle tools and take direction; recommended ages 1st through 6th grades.
How: Go to Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics to register online and get other store addresses and directions. Registration recommended, but not required. The first 50 kids to register and be present at the store at 10am will receive a kit, aprons and goggles.

Cost: FREE!!
For more info: From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, "I built it!", our Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.

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Saturday, August 13 - Kids Wheelchair Sports Spectacular

Kids Sports Spectacular 2011 is a Great Day For Kids Who Are Wheelchair Users & Their Families! This is a one-day, INDOOR event. FEATURED SPORTS ACTIVITIES/CLINICS: Wheelchair Basketball w/ the Magee 76er’s, Wheelchair Tennis w/ Tribet Green of the USTA Middles States and Temple University, Power Hockey from Philadelphia PowerPlay, Top Soccer (pending), and our Annual Softball Game REMATCH! Helpers, coaches, equipment on hand – Non competitive fun – Gifts and prizes – Smiles, laughter, new friends, and you!

Where: Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
When: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Who: Children and participating families, offers sports and recreation clinics to children with disabilities (ages 4-21).
How: Register for the event at Kids Sports Spectacular

Cost: Admission is free – A great venue – Lunch & refreshments included.
For more info: NEW THIS YEAR: Martial Arts Therapy www.martialartstherapy.org. For most of the children that attend the Sports Spectacular, this is the first time that they’ve participated in a sports- related activity, therefore these events have a lasting, positive effect on the young people and their families.

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Saturday, August 13 through Sunday, August 14 - Bugfest!

Celebrate insects of all kinds and talk with an Academy entomologist about why bugs are so important. Examine up close live stick insects, vinegaroons, tarantulas and more creepy crawlies. Watch cooking demonstrations and taste an insect if you dare! Cheer your favorite cockroach racer on to victory in the big Roach Race 500. See an amazing variety of insect specimens from the Academy’s world-renowned collection. Fun and activities for all ages!

Where: Academy of Natural Sciences, 19th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103

When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Kids who like bugs and their parents.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE with museum admission!
For more info: Phone: 215-299-1060

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Saturday, August 13 - Beach Luau at Smith - hosted by The Junior League of Philadelphia

Come to a Beach Luau at Smith. Join Smith and The Junior League of Philadelphia for limbo games, sand art, bubbles, hula dancing, make-your-own Hawaiian lei, and more!

Where: Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse, N. 33rd Street and Oxford Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121

When: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Who: Kids 10 and younger and their caregivers
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call: 215-765-4325

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Saturday, August 13 - Second Saturday on Frankford Avenue

Come join the Frankford Community Development Corporation, Frankford ARIA Hospital & the Quicky Mart Express for our Second Saturday festivals throughout the summer and fall! Local businesses will be hosting artists and artisans on the sidewalks outside their shops. There will also be live music and finger food. Celebrate the arts in Frankford with performances (held at the Parking Lot at 4346 Frankford Avenue), free food and art to admire or buy!

Where: The 4500 block of Frankford Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia. Click on MAP to see location.

When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Look for 2nd Saturdays in September 10th& October 8th)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: FREE!
For more info: September 10th - Shopping & art displays: the 4700 block of Frankford Avenue.* October 8th - Shopping & art displays: the 4600 block of Frankford Avenue.*
* Performances will be held at the Parking Lot at 4346 Frankford Avenue

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Saturday, August 13 - Crafty Kids at Ryerss Museum & Library

Crafty fun in the library - different crafts each month

Where: Ryerss Museum and Library, Burholme Park, 7370 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111

When: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (2nd Saturday of the Month)
Who: Children of all ages.
How: Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: FREE!

For more info: Call: 215-685-0544

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Sunday, August 14 - Wissahickon Environmental Center

Come explore the Tree House Visitor Center at Wissahickon Environmental Center and discover why it’s called a tree house! See the 200-gallon native fish aquarium, wildlife exhibits and floor-to-ceiling mural of the Wissahickon. Discover the children’s activity center. Enjoy the bird feeders where you’ll see many visitors such as woodpeckers, goldfinches and hummingbirds. Environmental education programs are offered on Open House days. Call for information. Wissahickon Environmental Center is in the Andorra Natural Area of the 1,800-acre Wissahickon Valley Park.

Where: Wissahickon Environmental Center, 300 Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118

When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Second Saturday of each month.)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Walk in.
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Second Saturday of each month. 215.685.9285

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Sunday, August 14 - Abington Art Center hosts EUREKA!

Each month Abington Art Center hosts EUREKA! a fun workshop for families of any size, shape and artistic ability to play and make art together. The art activity is always inspired by artwork in AAC's galleries or Sculpture Park. This month come celebrate nature by customizing your very own flower pot, planting flower seeds and watching them grow! All supplies will be provided.

Where: Abington Art Center, 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046

When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Drop in any time during the hours listed.
Cost: $5 per person or AAC Members FREE

For more info: Email: studioschool@...; phone: 215-887-4882 ext: 205; web: http://www.abingtonartcenter.org

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Sunday, August 14 - Kids with Adult Cooking Class with Chef Poon

Where: Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen, 1010 Cherry Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107

When: 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Kids with parents
How: Classes is limited to 26 students. Register online and pay your deposit of $30 per person for class here. The balance will be paid by you with cash or check on the day of your class!

Cost:Tickets - Adults: $45; Child (Ages 6-12): $39. Buy tickets online at Chef Poon.

For more info: Phone: 215-928-9333. Please let us know if you have any food allergies or specific dietary specifications. In the event of an emergency if you are unable to make the class, please call us and we will reschedule another date for you.

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Tuesday, August 16 through Tuesday, August 30 - TDBA Movie Nights

TDBA Movie Nights will continue every other Tuesay through August. The films are: (8/16) Toy Story 3; and (8/30) Charlotte’s Web. There is NO seating. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Small Coolers are permitted (NO alcohol). Weather Issues? Tuesday movies postpone to Thursday.

Where: TD Bank Amphitheater, Bensalem Township Municipal Complex, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020

When: Movies start at dusk (approx. 8pm)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Family Movie Nights are FREE!
For more info: Click on TDBA Movies for more information or phone 215-633-3635 for a pre-recorded message.

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Wednesday, August 17 - Wednesday Night Hayrides on the Farm

Farm activities for the family are held on the above Wednesday evenings at 6PM. Hayrides begin at 7PM. We will also have a nutritional presentation each evening. These will include Bee Keeping, Wheat Harvesting, baking and herbal cooking. On 8/17 visitors will be able to sample and make batches of peppermint sorbet.

Where: Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA 19111

When: 6:00 PM
Who: Appropriate for the entire family!
How: N/A
Cost: Free!
For more info: Call: 215-728-7900

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Thursday, August 18 through Thursday, August 25 - Fantastic Mr. Fox - Movies Under the Stars with the Hiway Theatre

Gather with the Hiway Theatre and other movie fans to enjoy a flick in Abington Art Center’s Sculpture Park. Fantastic Mr. Fox is a 2009 British/American stop-motion animated film based on the Roald Dahl children’s novel of the same name in which an urbane fox cannot resist returning to his farm raiding ways and then must help his community survive the farmers’ retaliation. A hit with the critics and the movie lovers on our staff.

Where: Abington Art Center’s Sculpture Park, 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046
When: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Movies start at dusk (approx. 8pm) rain or shine.)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: $3 for adults, free for kids, additional donations requested.

For more info: Phone: 215-887-4882 or email: info@...

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Thursday, August 18 - Heroes on the Banks Movie Series 2011 Movie Night: "The Incredibles"

Enjoy a night of excitement and laughs on the Banks, every other Thursday, by the Walnut Street Bridge! Bring your friends, blankets, and picnic baskets for a great time watching films under the stars. Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle. Snacks and beverages will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The 2011 Schuylkill Banks Movie Series, Heroes on the Banks, is presented by CSX.

Where: Schuylkill Banks by the Walnut Street BridgePhiladelphia, PA19103. See map: Google Maps

When: 8:20 PM - 11:00 PM (Movie starts at dusk, approximately 8:20 PM.)
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: Presenting sponsor CSX and SRDC are committed to safety. Please use caution when crossing railroad tracks to access Schuylkill Banks and use alternate access points when trains are stopped at the Locust Street or Race Street at-grade crossings.

Cost: FREE!
For more info: Click on Schuylkill Banks Movie Night for more information.

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Friday, August 19 through Sunday, August 21 - 50th Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival

Annual festival held the third full weekend in August with traditional and contemporary folk music, dance, juried arts and crafts, food, camping and children's activities. Sponsored by the Philadelphia Folksong Society. Click on Philadelphia Folk Festival Schedule to see times and locations for performances and workshops.

Where: Old Pool Farm, Schwenksville PA (Montgomery PA.)
GPS: 1323 Salford Station Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473.
Mapquest: Clemers Mill Road and Salford Station Road, Schwenksville PA 19473.
When: Annually - the third full weekend in August
Who: Appropriate for the entire family.
How: N/A
Cost: Check the website: www.FolkFest.org

For more info: Philadelphia Folksong Society, 7113 Emlen St., Philadelphia, PA 19119
Phone: 215.247.1300
Fax: 215.247.0293

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It's a Date!

Friday Evening, August 5th
Smooth Jazz Summer Nights kicks off this week.
After 14 years of Smooth Jazz on Philadelphia’s Waterfront, this free concert starting Friday August 5th at 7:30 pm, continues this and every Friday night in August.
This week features the smooth sounds of Four 80 East with special guests Matt Marshak and Marcus Anderson. Please remember no outside alcohol is permitted at these concerts.

Friday or Saturday Evening, August 5th & 6th
Dinner and a Show
Reservations are now being taken for a "Pre-Theater Dinner Seating ...

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Quotes of the Week

August

"August rushes by like desert rainfall,
A flood of frenzied upheaval,
Expected,
But still catching me unprepared.
Like a matchflame
Bursting on the scene,
Heat and haze of crimson sunsets.
Like a dream
Of moon and dark barely recalled,
A moment,
Shadows caught in a blink.
Like a quick kiss;
One wishes for more
But it suddenly turns to leave,
Dragging summer away."
~Elizabeth Maua Taylor

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Farmers' Markets

NEPhilly & Eastern Montgomery County

Glenside Farmers' Market - voted the #1 Farmers' Market in Montgomery County!
Glenside SEPTA train station at the corner of Easton Road and Glenside Avenue in Glenside, PA
Saturday, 9 AM - 1 PM
Come join us for fresh produce, honey, candles, jewelry, pottery, clothing and other crafts. We will
be having live demonstrations on a variety of topics, including cooking, childrens events, gardening
and much more. There's something for everyone!
Kids Corral: Join us every Saturday at 11 AM for Kids Corral. Each week we have a fun time for ...

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App Review - Playtime Theater

The Playtime Theater app http://www.playtimetheater.com/ for iPad is technology that inspires creativity.

In this innovative, first-of-its-kind digital puppet show theater, your kids control the play – it’s their imagination that creates the characters, plans the plot and records the results – bringing together a unique digital storytelling experience.

The current cast of customizable characters includes a prince and princess, a wizard and ogre and a pauper and knight, to name a few, that can be combined to create stories that appeal to both boys and girls. And, you ...

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An Interview w/ Laura Bruce of WE TV's "Downsized"

Premieres August 16th at 9pm EST.

Downsized on WE TV is entering it's second season this month and we asked the matriarch of the Bruce family, Laure Bruce a few questions about fame, family and being downsized...

MK: How has the recent fame with the show affected your daily life?

LB: The only thing that can be tough is going to work after something really personal was just on tv. More specifically, when I announced that I had MS on the show I felt like people looked at me differently and it took getting used ...

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Flea Markets

Bazaars / Craft Fairs / Fund Raisers / Rummage Sales / Swap Meets

BAZAARS

CRAFT SHOWS

AUGUST 6th
GoRed For Women Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Pinecrest Country Club, 101 Country Club Drive, Lansdale, PA 19446
Sunday, August 28, 2011 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Vendor Registration: $45 (Early registration highly encouraged, approval required.)
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ACTIVITY: After School Programs

SUMMER HOLD!

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS:

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ACTIVITY: Arts & Crafts; Recreation

Art, Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Cooking, Recreation Programs, Specialty Interest,

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ACTIVITY: Arts - Performing

Dance, Gymnastics & Tumbling, Music, Theater

DANCE

IRISH:

SPECIALTY:
Belly Dancing for Adults and Children
Philadelphia ...

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ACTIVITY: Library Programs, Movies & Story Times

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY - July

ABINGTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM

Abington Free Library
1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
Phone: 215-885-5180
Information: 215-885-5180 ext. 28
Website: http://abingtonfreelibrary.org

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ACTIVITY: Library Programs & Story Times

PHILADELPHIA, PA - July

FREE LIBRARY OF PHILADELPHIA, PA

Northeast Regional Library
2228 Cottman Avenue, 19149-1297
215-685-0522

Bilingual Story Time
Children 6 and younger
Enjoy storeis and rhymes in English and Spanish
Thursday, July 28th at 10:30 AM

Bustleton Branch
10199 Bustleton Avenue, 19115
215-685-0472

Bedtime Stories
Children ages 4 to 8 are invited ...

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ACTIVITY: Martial Arts & Physical Fitness

Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Mixed Martial Arts, Self Defense; Strength Training, Fitness Exercise, Yoga

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ACTIVITY: Scouting

Daisy Scouts, Girl Scout, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts

Gather your troops for a wild adventure at the Philadelphia Zoo!

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ACTIVITY: Sports + SIGN-UPS

Basketball, Boxing, Hockey, Ice Skating, Soccer, Swimming, Wrestling

SPORTS SIGN UPS and/or TRYOUTS

Softball
Philadelphia Spirit Travel Softball Tryouts
Keystone Fields, 6500 Keystone St.
August 10th, 13th, 14th, 17th, 20th and 21st
Registration will be held at 6 PM. Tryouts will be held for 16U, 16/18U Elit4e and 18U Gold from 6:30 to 8 PM.
Info: Call 215-499-4888 (Cell; email cgib24@... or go online at Philadelphia Spirit Softball

Softball
Philly Flash fast-pitch organization
Comly and Thornton Roads, Philadelphia, PA
Tryouts for 10U through 18U teams
For dates and times, visit Philly Flash ...

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ACTIVITY: Tech

Computer, Video Games

COMPUTER/VIDEO GAMES

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ACTIVITY: Vacation Bible School - Plus

Vacation Bible School

Immanual Lutheran Church
14100 Worthington Road, Philadelphia PA
Children ages 3 to 12 (Adult classes available)
Mondays, 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Phone: 215-464-1540

Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church
1013 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19111
Community Bible School - Deputies of Jesus
Bible Lessons, Crafts, Snacks, Games, Music
Children ages 3 years old to grade 6
August 8th through 12th, 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Phone: 215-342-8203 to register

United Methodist Church of the Redeemer
1128 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19111
Ages 3 to 12
August 1st ...

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Usborne Books

I homeschooled my younger three children, and I found that I could use Usborne Books throughout my curriculum. I started by buying the books at a friend's home demonstration ...

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Date: Wed Aug 10, 2011 3:01 am
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Date: Fri, August 05, 2011 10:19 pm
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On Saturday August 27, 2011

Two Powerhouse Education Advocates

School Superintendent Dr Arlene Ackerman

And

Judge Doris Smith-Ribner

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Dr Ackerman will provide information on the curriculum, her plans for improving the Philadelphia school system and how we can support her.

Judge Doris Smith-Ribner, who brought us all day kindergarten, will discuss her latest endeavor to improve the chances of ex-inmates� reentry into society

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It is no coincidence that lack of education and imprisonment generally go hand in hand. For those that fall into the prison industrial complex, we need a plan to help them transition from incarceration to freedom. If we are ever going to get out of the vicious pattern of poverty and jail, education holds the key.

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Please come out and support our sisters. Bring the children with you. Their input will be appreciated.

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Date: �� Saturday, August 27, 2011

Time: �� 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Location:�� Joseph Coleman Library

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Date: Tue Aug 9, 2011 10:00 pm
Subject: PHILLY MARKET STREET BOOK EXPO - AUG 13TH phillynonpro...
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The expo that celebrates books, authors and everything else related to reading
and writing is will be held in Philly for its first chapter.  The theme of
Philly Market Street Book Expo (PMBSE) is "Empowering a New Generation Through
Pages". The expo mission is to create a market-place for the exhibition and
promotion of books, periodicals, publishing, and new knowledge initiatives with
a special focus on the African American genre. It is the PSMBE sponsor Good
L.U.C.K. Foundation hopes that this expo will encourage reading and assist in
reducing illiteracy through families reading together.

Friday, August 12, 2011 Put Your Pen's Down Feature Authors Meet and Greet for
authors, publisher and special guests. Portion the proceeds will be donated to
the family of the Philadelphia author the late Leslie "L.A." Banks family fund.
Tickets only $10 (includes bowling, shoes, food, fun and plenty of networking)

Saturday, August 13,  2011 Book Expo Day at Griffin Hall in First Unitarian
located at 2125 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 from 10am -6pm.

Pre-registration is required for both events. * http://psmbe2011.eventbrite.com.
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African American authors and participants will present their latest releases,
discuss them with their fans and sign autographs. The expo is $5.00 for adults,
FREE for children under 11years and open to the public. There will be plenty of
great tasting food and live music.

FREE Workshops:
� Writing your first book
� Starting a non-profit
� Turing your book into a play
� Social media: your free marketing and PR friend
� How to handle the Finance


SUAVV Magazine will host a special event at the expo call the "Philly Author
Ambassador". This year "Philly Author Ambassador" is Solomon Jones. Mr. Jones
will talk with the audience and authors about his journey as a best seller
author, upcoming projects and a new book.

The Philly Market Street Book Expo is co-sponsored by Raveena Media Group, SUAVV
Magazine, Good L.U.C.K. Foundation- Good L.U.C.K. Reader Program and Philly
Nonprofit Success Magazine.

About the Good L.U.C.K. Foundation:
Founded in 1996, the foundation conducts college information workshops, assist
students with college application, essays and more. The Good L.U.C.K Foundation
will tour high schools all over the tri-state area to complete their drive to
have 1 THOUSAND STUDENTS TO COMPLETE COLLEGE APPLICATIONS & ATTEND TOUR.  The
tour will focus on students will be the first generation in their families to
attend college. To date the foundation has helped over 500 students become
successful college graduates.

Information on the Philly Market Street Book Expo is available via email:
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Subject: Fwd: Two months until the 2011 Justice For All 5K! Register Today. rmship
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Date: Wed Aug 10, 2011 3:51 am
Subject: THE COST OF WAR ON WOMEN AND CHILDREN rmship
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Date: Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 5:09 PM
Subject: Reminder - Meeting for: Philadelphia UFPJ/DVN Education Committee, is for Friday, August 12th, 5:30 PM, 30th Street Station, on the Market Street side at the seating near the windows.

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United for Peace and Justice Delaware Valley Network

Education Committee

Post Office Box� 36765

Philadelphia, PA 19107

267-259-7196

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Greetings!!!
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�� Reminder:
�� Meeting for:

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�� Friday, August 12th, 5:30 PM,
�� 30th Street Station,
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�� Please note: our�Coordinator, Elisabeth Leonard,�has a new electronic mail address at:

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�� We will discuss our plans for�our�newly rescheduled event for August 21st�forum at the Philadelphia Free Library:

THE COST OF WAR ON WOMEN AND CHILDREN

As Rosita Johnson has written:

THE COST OF WAR ON WOMEN AND CHILDREN

It will take place on SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011- 2 to 4 PM at the FREE LIBRARY OF PHILADELPHIA, 1901 VINE STREET, SKYLINE ROOM, 4th FLOOR.

Speakers will address the topic. One speaker from Darfur and her daughter will share their war experiences. Natalie Cordona, Director of Programs for Women�s Global Leadership, co-sponsored by Rutgers University and the UN, will give a global view. Mary Borden will discuss nuclear issues. Barbara Senere will talk about child soldiers. Discussion will follow.

A recent report from Brown University Cost of War Project says the total cost of the wars in Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan total $3.2 to $4 trillion including care for injured veterans until 2050 and interest on loans to finance the wars.

The cost in human lives is 19,629 in Afghanistan ( US and Afghanis) and 48,000 injured. Nearly 1 million Iraqi civilians have been killed, the majority women and children, and 4,414 US troops killed. More than 3 million Iraqis lost their homes and are refugees.

Do US citizen want their taxes used for war? What about the future of American children? What is the Peace Dividend? How could it be used? What can we do as US citizens? Participants will explore the answers to these questions.

Other speakers are sought as you read this announcement.

We are now in contact with the Philadelphia National Writers Union, Philadelphia Regional Anti-War Network, Brandywine Peace Community, Philadelphia Women's International League for Peace & Freedom, Pittsburgh Area Black Radical Congress, National Alliance of Women Veterans, Main Line Peace Action, Pennsylvania Progressive Democrats of America, Alliance of Women Veterans, Crossroadswomen, Philadelphia Student Union, Youth United for Change, Teachers Action� Group, GI Rights Hotline, Eastern Service Workers, the NAACP Legal and Social Justice Center, Philadelphia Black Clergy, Education Not Incarceration, and a city workers labor union local.�

Other organizations are considering our ideas on changes needed in the Philadelphia school system around the wars and recruitment of youth into the armed services.��We are pressing for the need to change the military academies and Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs in each high school into Peace Academies and peace training programs in the high schools.

Richmond Gardner has been tirelessly working with Elisabeth Leonard and Rosita Johnson on additions and revisions to the leaflet and press release and we will have copies for everyone to see of the new presentations for the August 21st forum.

Bob Kay was instrumental in obtaining a number of electronic mail addresses which we are using to contact organizations.

Violetta Kidd continues to research the�teaching standards for the military academies and has asked the question if the JROTCs are recruiting people from prisons, which is not a good idea.

Susan O'Connell has begun to structure an article from the research we have made and Jessica Dixon is further researching the JROTC programs for "misbehaviors," as they are listed on the internet.

The Philadelphia Public High School directories list two military academies as Elverson and Leeds and a�number of JROTC programs as: Bartrum; Germantown; Gratz; Lincoln; Swenson; West Philadelphia; Frankford; Martin Luther King; Overbrook; Roxborough; South Philadelphia; Strawberry Mansion; and Ben Franklin.

Further information is forthcoming.

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�� In Love and Struggle
�� Ken Heard
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�� Onward to the Ending of these Wars!!!

United for Peace and Justice Delaware Valley Network Education Committee

Post Office Box� 36765 Philadelphia, PA 19107 267-259-7196

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Another World Is Possible.� Without Peace There Is No Justice.

Overwhelm War With Peace And Oppression With Justice. �Jobs Not War, Another World Is Possible.� Without Peace There Is No Justice.

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Here the update you requested

I am sorry that the contact information for the Minority Contractor Training Program was not included in Senator Washington's Eblast of Wednesday, August 3, 2011.

The information is as follows:

Angela Dowd-Burton, MBA
Executive Director
Office of Economic Opportunity
One Parkway Building
1515 Arch Street, 12th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Office: 215-683-2055
Fax: 215-557-8538
Email: Angela Dowd-Burton@...

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Office of Truancy & Delinquency Prevention
Division of Community Based Prevention Services
Three Parkway
1601 Cherry Street, 9th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-683-4027

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#7685 From: Bob Shipman <rmship@...>
Date: Wed Aug 10, 2011 3:44 am
Subject: Fwd: [ICJ-Events] FW: RALLY AUGUST 17th to DEMAND NO NEW PRISONS! rmship
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Date: Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 5:40 PM
Subject: [ICJ-Events] FW: RALLY AUGUST 17th to DEMAND NO NEW PRISONS!
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Greetings friends of ICJ,

I hope that this finds everyone well! I wanted to pass along information about an upcoming rally, sponsored by the group Decarcerate PA. More information about the rally is included below.

Warmly,

Hannah

PLEASE FORWARD WIDELY!

RALLY AUGUST 17^th to DEMAND NO NEW PRISONS!

5pm at Hill International
15th and Chestnut

bring some NOISE!

While budgets for education and human resources are being slashed left and right, Pennsylvania is spending $685 million in new funds for prison expansion.

Two of these prisons are being built on the grounds of SCI Graterford in Montgomery County.� The expansion will double the current size of Graterford prison at a projected cost of $400 million, and includes the construction of a 100 bed death row and a women�s unit.� From now until August 30^th, the state is accepting bids for who will actually build these projects, but multinational corporation Hill International has already been selected to manage the construction.� They will receive $14 million from the state of Pennsylvania to assist in the building of these new prisons.�

We believe that this is an outrage, and that public money is better spent on education, job training and placement, drug and alcohol treatment, economic assistance, affordable childcare and non-punitive programs that address the root causes of violence in our communities.

Join us Wednesday, August 17^th to demand no new prisons!

Join us to demand that Corbett fund education, not incarceration.

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Join us to demand that Hill build communities, not prisons.

DecarceratePA is a coalition of organizations and individuals seeking an end to mass incarceration and the harms it brings our many communities. DecarceratePA seeks mechanisms to establish and maintain whole, healthy communities and believes that imprisonment exacerbates the problems we face. DecareceratePA� therefore seeks an immediate and lasting moratorium on all new prisons: no new prisons, no new county or city jails, no prison expansions, no new beds in county jails, no immigrant detention facilities, no private prisons. Such steps are necessary to secure socially responsible, personally secure, and economically viable communities in our state.

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contact us at decarceratePA@...

For more information or to get involved, see decarceratepa.info

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Hannah Zellman, MSW

Director of Philadelphia FIGHT's Institute for Community Justice

Project TEACH Outside * Enhancing Linkages Project* Teach In Teach Out (TITO)* Support Center for Prison Advocacy

21 South 12th St, 7th floor

Philadelphia, PA 19107

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#7686 From: "D" <dahgary@...>
Date: Fri Aug 12, 2011 4:11 pm
Subject: Free Water Ice - Open House Today colorbkgallery
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Stop by for Free Water Ice - My Community Appreciation Open House

Color Book Gallery
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#7687 From: Cathy Roccia-Meier <crocmei11@...>
Date: Thu Aug 11, 2011 7:19 pm
Subject: IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH IEPS: - WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR IN PHILADELPHIA cattrm
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH IEPS:

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR IN PHILADELPHIA

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�� WAITING LISTS AND GAPS IN SERVICE DELIVERY ARE ILLEGAL UNDER SPECIAL EDUCATION LAW.�

Children with IEPs cannot and should not be made to wait for special education services or programs which are part of their IEPs.� A child�s entire special education program must start within 10 school days of when the child�s parent approves the child�s IEP by signing a Notice of Recommended Educational Placement (NOREP).� Children with IEPs have the right to receive ALL the services listed on their IEPs even if staff have been laid off or transferred.�

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There also should be no gaps in the delivery of services.� For example, if a child�s IEP says she will get 45 minutes of speech therapy per week, then she must get that therapy every week.� Her speech therapist could quit or be fired, but her school must still find her a new therapist for her right away.� If a child is not getting the services listed on his or her IEP, and the parent has tried to work out the problem with the school and nothing has changed, then a complaint can be filed with the state�s Bureau of Special Education.� A complaint form can be requested by calling 1-800-879-2301 or can be found at http://odr-pa.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/complaintpkt_rev_info_1-08-07_eng.pdf.

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�� CHILDREN CANNOT BE MADE TO WAIT FOR EVALUATIONS OR REEVALUATIONS. �

The school must complete a child�s special education evaluation within 60 calendar days (minus the summer months) of when the parent gives his or her written permission for the evaluation to begin by signing a Permission to Evaluate- Consent Form (called a PTE).� The school should give the PTE form to the parent to sign within 10 days of when the parent asks for the evaluation.� If the parent doesn�t receive the PTE form, or an evaluation is not done within 60 calendar days of when the parent gives his or consent, then a complaint can be filed with the state�s Bureau of Special Education (see above).� The same timelines apply to reevaluations as well.�

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�� PARENTS MUST RECEIVE WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE THEIR CHILD�S SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM AND/OR PLACEMENT IS CHANGED.

Where a child receives special education services and how much service a child receives should not change without written notice to the parent before the change is made and the parent must agree to or disagree with the change on a form called a Notice of Recommended Educational Placement/Prior Written Notice (NOREP/PWN).� A school must give a parent a NOREP to sign not only when the school wants to change the child�s placement, but also when the school wants to make changes to the child�s special education program (like cutting speech therapy).

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�� REASONS THAT SCHOOL DISTRICT STAFF CANNOT GIVE FOR NOT PROVIDING SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES:

�� We don�t have the money to do that.

�� We don�t have the staff to do that.

�� We�ll evaluate your child as soon as we can.

�� We will have to take those services away from another child to give them to your child.

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�� PLACES IN PHILADELPHIA TO GO FOR HELP WITH SPECIAL EDUCATION PROBLEMS:

�� The Arc of Philadelphia � Special Education Advocacy Team:� 215-229-4550

�� Bureau of Special Education�s ConsultLine:� 1-800-879-2301

�� The Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania (DRN): 1-800-692-7443 (Toll-Free Voice); 1-877-375-7139 (TDD)

�� Hispanics United for Exceptional Children (HUNE, Inc.): 215-425-6203

�� Parents Involved Network of Philadelphia (PIN):� 267-507-3860

�� Parent Education Network (PEN):� 1-800-522-5827

�� Public Interest Law Center of Philadelphia (PILCOP):� 215-627-7100

�� Vision for EQuality:� 215-923-3349

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#7689 From: michael.rice@...
Date: Thu Aug 11, 2011 5:52 pm
Subject: A Policy Development Summit for Community Organizations michael.rice@...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: John Elliott Churchville
(215) 848-8511
jchurchville8@...

THE COALITION ANNOUNCES POLICY SUMMIT ON SEPTEMBER 10TH

Gary R. Adams, president of The Coalition, Inc. announced today that the approximately 90 local, regional and national community groups and organizations committed to working together in peace and cooperating with each other when opportunities arise--will hold a Special Summit Meeting on Saturday, September 10^th to share organizational policy statements related to the issues that the organizations all address in their communities. ‘The purpose of this gathering is to compile policy statements from each of our organizations so that The Coalition can adopt and be prepared to support the efforts of individual groups around those policy issues that affect their work with communities,” Adams said.
Adams went on to explain that the organizations involved in The Coalition work across a broad spectrum from HIV prevention, treatment and related healthcare work, education and youth-focused work, to work with immigrants, community revitalization and beyond. “It is our plan to develop a "Policy Bank" that reflects the issues and concerns of front-line organizations, and that can be used in support of the progressive social change agendas of each group,” said Adams.
The Coalition’s September 10^th Summit meeting will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the main auditorium of the Philadelphia School District’s Administration Building, 440 North Broad Street. Adams said that the Summit is open to all organizations working on issues that are aimed at making positive social change in our communities at whatever level.
Registrations for the Summit Meeting will be taken until Monday, August 15^th, at close of business. People may register by contacting John Churchville (jchurchville8@...) or Gary R. Adams (The.PACoalition@...) with the name of their organization and the names of the persons who will be representing their organization at the Summit.

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Michael Rice
Community Engagement Specialist
Office of Truancy & Delinquency Prevention
Division of Community Based Prevention Services
Three Parkway
1601 Cherry Street, 9th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
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#7690 From: "Gary R. Adams" <gary.r.adams@...>
Date: Fri Aug 12, 2011 4:40 pm
Subject: Fwd: Friday 12 August News From The Coalition, Inc. mr_gr_adams
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First National Organizational Policy Summit

We are issuing a final call to ALL community organizers. We want to gather input from all segments of the community. We seek to empower block captains, community organizers, project administrators, educational advocates, environmentalists, senior citizen advocates, justice advocates, human rights activists, ex-offender advocates, affordable housing advocates�.Did we miss your cause? We do not seek to take credit for your efforts, we desire to be the tool of convincing, used to inspire attention from those empowered to make change. Allow The Coalition network to be as the Spock to your Kirk, Markkula to Jobs and Wozniak, Hawk to Spencer, Aaron to Moses. �We should all hang together, if not we shall surely hang separately.� The Coalition, Inc. has been honored by the Men United Against Violence Network, The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations, The Hon. Michael A. Nutter mayor of Philadelphia, the Million Woman March Organization and noted for service by The Marcus Garvey Movement. 

When	Sat, September 10, 10am � 1pm GMT-04:00
Where	School District Bldg. 440 N. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19131
Who	(Guest list has been hidden at organizer's request)

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Date: Fri, Aug 12, 2011 at 12:26 PM
Subject: Friday 12 August News From The Coalition, Inc.
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Greetings Friends and Members of The Coalition, Inc.,

"It is the long history of humankind (and animal kind, too) those who
learned to collaborate and improvise most effectively have prevailed."
- Charles Darwin

WHAT: � � � The Coalition's First National Organizational Policy Summit
WHEN: � � � Saturday, September 10, 2011, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: � � The School District Bldg. Main Auditorium
� � � � � � � � � �440 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130
WHY: � � � � Develop a "Policy Bank" to Support Organizations' Social
Change Efforts

We are issuing a final call to ALL community organizers. We want to
gather input from all segments of the community. We seek to empower
block captains, community organizers, project administrators,
educational advocates, environmentalists, senior citizen advocates,
justice advocates, human rights activists, ex-offender advocates,
affordable housing advocates�.Did we miss your cause?

We do not seek to take credit for your efforts, we desire to be the
tool of convincing, used to inspire attention from those empowered to
make change. Allow The Coalition network to be as the Spock to your
Kirk, Markkula to Jobs and Wozniak, Hawk to Spencer, Aaron to Moses.
�We should all hang together, if not we shall surely hang separately.�

The Coalition, Inc. has been honored by the Men United Against
Violence Network, The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations, The
Hon. Michael A. Nutter mayor of Philadelphia, the Million Woman March
Movement and noted for service by The Marcus Garvey Movement.

"If you have an apple and I have an apple and we exchange these apples
then you and I will still each have one apple. But if you have an idea
and I have an idea and we exchange these ideas, then each of us will
have two ideas." - George Bernard Shaw

There are no Community Improvement Workshops Scheduled until Fall when
we will resume with our basic organizational curriculum package. If
you missed these in the beginning, we�re offering you a second chance,
if you wish to experience it again you are welcome to sign up. Look
for the announcement mid-September.

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From the August Real Essential News

FEMA positions up to six figures available in our online Coalition
Group ongoing updates will be posted as they become available.

Look for our new website opening soon! www.TheCoalitionInc.org
Coalition members are invited to send us a brief description of your
services for our Community Resources page along with your web link if
applicable.

You may be receiving this E-newsletter because it was forwarded by a
friend. If you wish to be placed on our mailing list please contact us
at: TheCoalitionNews@...

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unless everybody gets there.� �~ Virginia Burden

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"Communication, Cooperation and Collaboration"

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Thank you,
Gary R. Adams
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"We�re here�for a�purpose, not by accident, we each are skilled in different areas. Our combined skills are the keys to our freedom and independence.

No one person, idea, organization or effort is going to undo 5 centuries of physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual damage. It is we� us together who have to prepare the earth and plant fertile seeds." - Madu

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