Learn the basics of tree planting and care. This three-part series runs Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at 5:45 PM, Thursday, September 22, 2016 at 6:00 PM, and Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 6:00 PM. It costs $25 for the 3 sessions. Location is at PHS Headquarters,100 North 20th Street (20th and Arch Streets). Sign up … More Tree Tenders are Back!
The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary’s storm drain art installation at Jenks made the news yesterday! Thanks to Darlene Olson, from our Environmental Committee, for getting the ball rolling on the project. Video at the link below. Philly Students Preventing Water Pollution With Street Art
Citizens Planning Institute (CPI) is the education and outreach arm of the Philadelphia City Planning Commission. CPI’s main programming is a biannual seven-week course that provides an introduction to city planning, zoning, the development process and special topics. CPI’s mission is to empower citizens to take a more effective and active role in shaping the future of … More Deadline for Fall 2016 Citizens Planning Institute is September 19!
We have been informed that if anyone sees encampments you are advised to call Outreach every single time with a description of the person/people and their exact location. Be sure to note that it’s an encampment. The more calls, the more attention it will get. Outreach’s 24/7 number is 215-232-1984. Thank you!
There’s a new Mexican restaurant at 10th and Wolf streets. From the Passyunk Post: The menu at Frida Cantina consists of “Mexican street food favorites.” As Castro told us previously, the food is “home-style Mexican food, like the way my grandma, mom, and aunts cook at home.” In addition to the Mexican food selection, you’ll … More New Photos from Frida Cantina!
Educational Posters and Trashmobile created by Young People Are Ready To Come To Events Trash Academy – We have a right to a clean city! What are our rights and responsibilities around trash? After six busy weeks of investigation and artwork led by artist Margaret Kearney and activist Ron Whyte, the South Philly youth group … More Educational Posters and Trashmobile
LoMo Education Committee’s first meeting of the 2016-2017 school year will be held Monday, 8/15 at 6:30pm at the Fumo library branch (2437 South Broad Street). We will be discussing back-to-school outreach and events, as well as planning for bigger projects later in the school year. We have a budget for projects with schools and … More LoMo Education Committee’s first meeting
Lower Moyamensing Civic Association 