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September 2nd 2014
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Issue 98
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 New Housing Opening Soon
PEC's Bigham Leatherberry Wise, a new construction development for families with special needs experiencing homelessness, is on schedule to be finished in November. This project is currently transforming 4226-32 Powelton Avenue from a large vacant lot into 7 units of affordable housing. Amenities will include an on-site case manager, a modern playground, and a rain garden.
This project also includes the renovation of an adjacent three-story building at 4231 Filbert Street, which will include 4 additional apartments. Applications for these units will be available shortly after project completion. For more information on this project please contact Stephanie Wall at [email protected].
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 Succeeding Students Share New Skills
Seven students in CDIT's Intermediate Computer and Internet Class (CIC) for adults delivered PowerPoint presentations Monday night. The students have met for two and a half hours every Monday evenings for twelve weeks, learning the Microsoft Office applications Excel, Word, Publisher, and Powerpoint. The presentation was designed to be a culminating final project incorporating all the skills they
had learned.
Student picked the topics of their presentations, and they varied greatly. Some students used the opportunity to promote their business, others to pitch their business proposals. Some used the presentation to share about their interests and hobbies, for instance the pets of the White House over time or Pennsylvania deer hunting.
Students utilized animations, music clips, and exciting fonts to create engaging presentations. To meet the requirements of incorporating Excel and Publisher material, they imported charts, graphs, and shapes to augment their text slides. The instructor of the class, Kwaku Boateng, remarked that the presentations were inspiring and informational. He predicted that student Belinda Patrick's presentation on her music business would propel her to fame. Even if that comes true, Patrick says "I'll never forget these computer classes."
The students will graduate on Tuesday, August 19 along with over twenty other students completing the Intro and Beginner CIC classes. To learn more about the free classes, call 267-777-5860 or email
[email protected].
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 Volunteer for the NAC Election Committee!
This Fall, PEC will be electing a Neighborhood Advisory Subcommittee of local residents who want to help plan events that meet neighborhood needs as well as plan and fundraise for neighborhood projects that address issues of crime, housing, public space, and more.
PEC is seeking residents that live within the following boundaries to volunteer to be on the Election Committee. The boundaries are 31st Street to 48th Street, Market Street to Girard/Mantua Ave. Election Committee members are responsible for overseeing the election to ensure that it is fair and transparent. Note that Election Committee members cannot run for the Subcommittee. Announcements about running are forthcoming. Contact Ariel Diliberto, 267-777-5820 and [email protected] |
 New Community Resources Hotline
Did you know that People's Emergency Center (PEC) provides many resources for neighborhood residents and even residents citywide? Our community resources include:
* Debt negotiation * Bankruptcy Assistance * Credit Repair * Job Search Help * Resume & Cover Letter Assistance * Job Training * Help Signing up for Public Benefits * Budgeting and Learning How to Save * Free or Low-Cost Internet & Computers * Free Computer Classes for All Ages * Help Applying for Propery Tax Relief and Home Repair Programs * Weekly Food Cupboard * Free Fitness Classes * Addressing Vacant Buildings & Lots * Free Trees for Sidewalks or Yards
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 PEC 2014 Diaper Drive
Help families in need by donating the following items: Diapers: Newborn size through Pull-ups, Diaper Cream, Baby Wipes, Similac or Enfamil Formula.
Please bring donations to: Gloria's Place, 3902 Spring Garden St. Monday-Saturday, 8am-8pm. For more information, call 267-777-5867 or email [email protected] |
 Food Drive for Food Cupboard
Please support PEC's Food Cupboard by donating non-perishable goods! Needed items: Canned Vegetables, Rice, Beans, Pasta, Cereal, Granola Bars, Soups, Pasta Sauces, Oatmeal, Canned Meats (tuna, salmon, chicken, etc). Donations can be dropped off at Rowan House (325 N. 39th St.) Wed-Fri 8am-7pm. Questions? Contact Cass Green at 277-777-5893 or [email protected] |
 TreePhilly is giving away free trees!
Free tree by free tree, Philadelphia is blooming into the City of Arborly Love. It's simple to get your free tree. Register online or by phone and then pick up your new bouncing bundle of bark at one of our events. There will be free mulch and tree care demonstrations as well. Registration: Sept 2-30. Giveaways: Oct 11-2, 18-19. Register today at TreePhilly.org or call us at 215-683-0217.
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Want to see what's happening on and near Lancaster Ave outside of these emails? Want to know what kind of resources are just around the corner? Like our page on Facebook! You can also send us your events so we can spread information more regularly for you! It's a win-win situation. Find us: facebook.com/lancasteravephilly
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Events
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 WHAT: PEC Food Cupboard
WHERE: 325 N 39th St
WHEN: Every Saturday at 11am
PEC's emergency food relief opens every Saturday at 11:00am at Rowan House (325 N. 39th Street). Households may use the program once a month. Please bring your photo ID and Social Security cards for members of your household (for verification only; SS numbers are not recorded). For more information call Brittany Siciliano at 267-777-5897.267-7772
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 WHAT: Mighty Writers 5th Anniversary Party 3861 Lancaster Ave WHEN: Friday, September 5th; 7-9pm
Join in the fun with Mighty Writers this Friday as they celebrate their 5th Year Anniversary with music by the West Philly Orchestra, and plenty to celebrate!
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 WHAT: Pop-Up Maker StationWHERE: 37th Street Walkway (near Chestnut) WHEN: September 11th; 3-8pm Join us for an afternoon of making, building, exploring, and learning on the 37th street walkway. Ignite your inner maker by picking up a new fabrication skill, or try out making crafts that light up with simple electronics. We'll have a variety of activities for you to make and take home. All ages are welcome, including young makers, families, and adults. Plus, it's FREE!
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 WHAT: Second Fridays on Lancaster Ave Lancaster Avenue between 36th & 42nd St WHEN: Friday, September 12th; 5-8pm
Celebrate Arts and Culture on Lancaster Avenue every Second Friday of the month. There are gallery shows filled with paintings and sculpture, lecture series, films, and jazz jam sessions to stimulate your evening. A group effort goes into consistently encouraging and promoting both local and visiting artists, bringing together neighbors and the creative classes of West Philadelphia.
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 WHAT: Second Fridays at Reeds CafeWHERE: 3802 Lancaster Ave WHEN: Friday, September 12th; 7-9pm
The Producer's Guild presents this monthly Second Friday event, celebrating the music of Tony Hughes and Bert Harris. As usual, Leo Gadson from the Producer's Guild has brought local musicians to celebrate with the community!
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 WHAT: Second Fridays; Living in the Transit Lounge GalleryWHERE: Art on the Avenue Gallery; 3808 Lancaster Ave WHEN: Friday, September 12th; starting 6:30pm
Join us for the exhibition LIVING IN THE TRANSIT LOUNGE, signed by Raluca Ungureanu. This is the artist's second exhibition at the gallery.
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 WHAT: Resource Fair on Second FridayWHERE: 4112-4116 Lancaster Ave (the green lot with the large mural) WHEN: Friday, September 12th; 2-6pm
PEC's Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) and the Office of Housing and Community Development welcome you to the Resource Fair to find out information on employment programs, utility assistance, low-cost internet and computers, housing information, credit repair and more all for free! Rain Date: Friday, Sept 19th; 2-6pm. For more info, write [email protected] |
 WHAT: Second Fridays; Journey2home Summer Event Series: Making Our Way HomeWHERE: Corner of 42nd and Lancaster, journey2home mobile art unit (Rain Location: 4119 Lancaster Ave) WHEN: Friday, September 12; 4:30-7pm
Join journey2home's youth participants in the struggle to craft 4,000 origami cranes to represent the full number of young people in Philadelphia who are searching for a safe space - a home - from which to fight for their future. Elisabeth Perez-Luna and Michael O'Bryan will host a discussion on the pressing question: what is it about art that makes a difference in a challenging situation? Fold a message to Philadelphia's housing insecure youth into your crane, which will become part of an installation on our final event, October 10th.
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Do you need help accessing public benefits such as food stamps, financial aid, medical aid, or help with utilities? BenePhilly at PEC can help! We offer hours on Saturdays, at 325 N. 39th Street from 9am to 1pm. We also offer extended hours on Thursdays, from 9am to 8pm at 3939 Warren Street. Call JoAnn at 267-777-5837 or Toni at 267-777-5848 to see if you qualify. www.pec-cares.org.
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 WHAT: Back To School ExplosionWHERE: 4100 Block of Spring Garden WHEN: Saturday, September 13th; 11am-5pm Join the Youth Planning Team and Mt. Pisgah A.M.E. Church in celebrating the start of school! Along with fun, games and food for the whole family, there will be school information and school supplies! For more information, write to [email protected]
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GET INVOLVED IN YOUR LOCAL CIVIC ASSOCIATION!
Mill Creek Advisory Council * 4th Monday @ 7pm, Mill Creek Playground 4700 Brown
Powelton Village Civic Association * 3rd Monday @ Metropolitan Baptist Church, 3500 Baring St.
West Powelton/Saunders Park RCO * 2nd Thursday's @ 7pm, 4110 Haverford Ave
West Powelton Concerned Community Council * 3rd Monday @ 6pm, 4031 Baring St.
Mantua Civic Association * 3rd Thurs. @ 7pm - Grace Lutheran Church (36th & Haverford)
HUB Coalition * 2nd Thursday @ 6pm, Cloister's III Building, 3900 Haverford Ave
Belmont West RCO & Community Meeting * 4th Thursday @ 6pm, 4035 Parrish St. 
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To support our programs, please click here. To view a PDF of our new Make Your Mark! Lower Lancaster Revitalization Plan, please click here. |
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