Author: Lower Moyamensing Civic Association

A grassroots, volunteer-powered civic association in South Philadelphia. From Broad -7th, Snyder-Oregon

Jenks School Tree Mulching and Wood Surrounds for Tree Pits

September 5, 2015

Carol Urovsky (Environmental Committee) and Terry Jack and Will Shuey (Education Committee) made this happen in late August. This was a major logistical undertaking, involving coordination with school officials, the transportation of 40 bags of mulch on a hot summer day, and lots of volunteer labor.  The 40 bags of mulch were spread around 18 … More Jenks School Tree Mulching and Wood Surrounds for Tree Pits

LoMo’s Gas Station Community Garden Gets Late Summer Boost

August 31, 2015

The sunflowers are finished and we are planting a few more perennials, plants and flowers that come back year after year.  In June we entered the Gas Station garden in the 2015 PHS Gardening & Greening Contest under the category of Public Space gardens.  Many people admire the garden while waiting for the bus or … More LoMo’s Gas Station Community Garden Gets Late Summer Boost

Trash Academy and Playgrounds for Useful Knowledge

August 31, 2015

On Thursday, August 27, several LoMo members attended a meeting at 632 Jackson St, an empty lot currently occupied by Playgrounds for Useful Knowledge. Topics discussed included trash strategies for the neighborhood, as well as planning for an educational (focused on trash) and fun-filled family event at Mifflin Square on Saturday, September 19, 4pm to  8pm.  More … More Trash Academy and Playgrounds for Useful Knowledge

PGW Is Offering an Extra $500 Rebate for Qualifying Home Upgrade Projects This Summer

August 17, 2015

Attention LoMo homeowners – this summer, PGW is offering an additional $500 rebate to customers who complete qualifying EnergySense Home Rebates projects. Participating is easy: 1)      Schedule an EnergySense Home Energy Assessment PGW’s trusted and licensed contractors will perform an energy assessment to identify cost-effective options for long term energy savings and comfort. This assessment, … More PGW Is Offering an Extra $500 Rebate for Qualifying Home Upgrade Projects This Summer

Registration is Now Open for the Fall 2015 LoMo Flea Market

August 9, 2015

LoMo’s Fall flea market will be Saturday, September 19th, and registration for table space is open now. In fact, if you register before August 15th, you’ll get $10 off the standard registration fee for a single space – that’s $25.00! To register, visit this link. Full details are as follows: Vendor spaces will be set … More Registration is Now Open for the Fall 2015 LoMo Flea Market

Fumo Library Event: Introvert Survival Skills in the Workplace

July 30, 2015

When: Monday, August 3rd, 6:30 – 7:30 PM Where: Fumo Family Library, 2437 South Broad Street Finding it difficult to compete with extroverts in the workplace? Feeling overlooked or ignored for promotions? Learn how to capitalize on your strengths as an introvert.  This workshop will teach you to build team relationships with extroverts, effectively network … More Fumo Library Event: Introvert Survival Skills in the Workplace

Key Elementary School Garden Looking for Volunteers

July 27, 2015

We are looking for a few good neighbors to help care for the schoolyard garden at Key Elementary (8th & Wolf) until the students return in September. The work includes watering and weeding the garden. If you’d like to help, please visit this sign-up sheet and pick a slot when you’re available. Your help will … More Key Elementary School Garden Looking for Volunteers