volunteer – Lower Moyamensing Civic Association

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

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

Join the LoMo Environment Committee

May 5, 2015

Spring weather is finally here and the LoMo Environment Committee is kicking things into high gear! Led by Darlene Olson, the team is working hard to get two of our local, public gardens into top shape – the Gas Station garden at 11th and Snyder and the Tree Street garden at 11th and Tree. They … More Join the LoMo Environment Committee

How to Help Public Schools & Local Children

September 4, 2013

Community support goes a long way for schools — especially our cash-strapped public schools in Philly. Here’s how you can help: Join the Home & School Association at your child’s school! Engaged parents make a HUGE difference and your child’s school will benefit directly from your efforts. Facebook users can help A.S. Jenks get a … More How to Help Public Schools & Local Children