Attend Fishtown events
The Fishtown Neighbors Association is sponsoring a number of upcoming events.
A Fairmount Water Works field trip is scheduled for Saturday, June 17, from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Guests will learn what the Philadelphia Water Department is working on to help the city maintain healthy drinking water and about the history of the water department, see a freshwater mussel project and take a closer look at some of the critters living in the Schuylkill with microscopes. You’re welcome to head to Craft Hall afterward.
First Fridays are set for July 7 and Aug. 4, from 6-8 p.m., at the NKCDC Garden Center, 1825 Frankford Ave. The free, family-friendly community meet-up for neighbors will feature music, a food truck, an artisans market and beer for purchase,
Music in the Park will take place on Fridays, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18 and Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. The free and family-friendly pop-up concert series will take place at Konrad Square, 2200 E. Dauphin St.
The Rose Garden Market, 1401 Frankford Ave., is open on Thursdays, July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14, from 5-8 p.m., and Sundays, June 25, July 23, Aug. 27 and Sept. 24, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be local artisans offering baked goods, health and wellness and fresh food.
A Summer Game Night series will take place on Wednesdays, June 14, July 12 and Aug. 9, from 6-8 p.m., at Philadelphia Brewing Company, 2440 Frankford Ave.
Volunteers are welcome. ••
Sports HOF named
The Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2023 class, who will be inducted on Thursday, Nov. 2, at The Event Center at Live! Casino & Hotel in South Philadelphia. The annual induction ceremony is open to the public.
Inductees will be Al Holbert (motor sports), Anthony Black (horse racing), Bernard Hopkins (boxing), Bill Giles (baseball), Bill Knecht (rowing), Carlos Ruiz (baseball), Carol Lewis (track and field), Irving Fryar (football), Jay Wright (basketball), James Isaminger (sportswriter), Jeremiah Trotter (football), Joe Watson (hockey), Judy Auritt Klein (swimming), Truxton Hare (football/track), Valerie Still (basketball) and Willie Jones (baseball).
Brief career profiles are at www.phillyhall.org/2023_profiles.pdf.
For information and registration, visit https://www.philadelphiasportshalloffame.org. ••
Cracking down on illegal vehicle activities
In response to the recent acts of illegal street racing occurring across the city, City Councilman Mike Driscoll introduced legislation that expands local enforcement and imposes stricter penalties on those involved with street racing events. Driscoll’s legislation would add the term “drifting” to the city’s traffic code, defining it as any intentional act of steering a vehicle in a circle where the rear wheel or wheels lose traction and create a controlled skid sideways. The new definition also covers “doughtnuts” and “spin-outs.”
“We need to address all illegal street vehicle activities that are an inherent danger to the general public. Providing for public safety must be our top priority at all times,” Driscoll said. “Focusing on those who partake in ‘drifting’ on our city streets is not the final solution, but it is a tool we can utilize to deter the activity from happening. We want individuals to think twice about engaging in illegal street activities when they could be facing a $2,000 fine per violation or the seizure of their vehicle.”
The proposed ordinance targets illegal activity that occurs on any city street, highway, recreation center or private parking lot without the consent of the owner. Police officers or any other persons authorized to enforce ordinances would be allowed to issue violations. In addition, police officers would have the ability to seize a vehicle if they have probable cause that it is being used to “drift” on any city street or property. The police department would store the seized vehicle until there is a final adjudication of the alleged offenses. ••
Hoops camp for boys and girls
The 17th annual Jaguar St. Ephrem Basketball Camp for Boys and Girls will take place from Monday, July 24, to Friday, July 28. The cost is $150 and includes a basketball and T-shirt. The camp is held in the air-conditioned Marian Center at St. Ephrem Parish, 5400 Hulmeville Road in Bensalem. The camp is under the direction of former college coach Dan Williams. For more information, email Williams at WilliamsD@LSCHS.org. ••
Concert at Fillmore
Raye will bring her My 21st Century Blues World Tour to The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St., on Oct. 1.
Tickets are available at rayeofficial.com. ••
New vet office to open
The Bridge Clinic is a nonprofit veterinary office at the Frankford Arsenal Business Center, Building 209, 2275 Bridge St. Pets can be brought for wellness, diagnostics, dentals, sick visits and surgeries. Appointments can be booked at 215-639-3333. More information is at thebridgeclinic.org. ••
Adult and teen programs at Richmond Library
Crochet Circle, for adults of all experience, will meet at Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St., on Wednesdays, June 14, 21 and 28, at 4 p.m. Call 215-685-9992.
Teen Tuesday takes place on Tuesdays at 1 p.m., from June 20 to Aug. 8. Spook yourself and some friends with a scary movie and pizza. For ages 12 and up. ••
Children’s programs at Richmond Library
Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St., is offering children’s programs.
Preschool Storytime and Play Group will meet on Wednesdays, June 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Meghan for stories, songs and fun for ages 4 and under with caregivers. Stay after Storytime to play. Siblings welcome.
Read, Baby, Read Storytime and Play Group will meet on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. on June 15, 22 and 29. Join Ms. Meghan for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes and bounces for babies with caregivers. Stay after Storytime to play. Siblings welcome.
Friday Fun will take place on Fridays at 2 p.m. from June 23 to Aug. 18. Stop in every Friday for a new activity. Do crafts and science experiments, play games, build with LEGO bricks and more.
Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program is in session Mondays through Thursdays from 3-6 p.m. and Fridays from 3-5 p.m., through June 30. LEAP is a free, drop-in afterschool program that offers homework help and activities for students in grades K-12 every day after school.
Call 215-685-9992. ••
Anniversary Mass and celebration
St. Martin of Tours Church, 5450 Roosevelt Blvd., will host a 100th anniversary Mass on Friday, June 23, at 4 p.m. A reception will follow in the gym and schoolyard, with water ice, pretzels, hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, soft drinks and music. ••
Chess club at Richmond Library
A Chess Club will meet on Monday, June 26, from 4-6 p.m., at Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St. Learn and improve your chess playing skills. Beginners are welcome, chess boards included. ••
Entertainment at Rivers
Rivers Casino will present the upcoming entertainment lineup:
• June 16 and 17: Jeffrey Osborne
• July 8: Thunder From Down Under
• July 14: Jonathan Butler and Gerald Albright
• July 28: Strictly Sinatra Presents: The Rat Pack
• July 29: The Stylistics
• Aug. 5: Marcus Miller
• Aug. 18: Sergio Mendes
• Sept. 15: Everclear
For tickets and more information, visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia. ••
Pop-up market in NoLibs
Art Star will have a pop-up market on June 25, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Northern Liberties Neighbors Association community center at 700 N. 3rd St. The market will be open rain or shine.
There will be pottery, jewelry, wood furniture, home goods, handmade watercolors/paints, candles, soaps, T-Shirts, art and more. ••
Trip to Mackinac Island, Michigan
The Polish American Cultural Center Museum volunteers are sponsoring a 7-day, 6-night trip to Mackinac Island, Michigan from July 9-15. The trip consists of a ferry ride to Mackinac Island, two nights at the Grand Hotel, a horse-drawn carriage ride and visits to Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, the Henry Ford Museum and the National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods. The price includes bus transportation, hotels, six breakfasts, six dinners, a buffet luncheon at the Grand Hotel, admission to all attractions, baggage handling, taxes and gratuities. Call Theresa Romanowski at 215-813-2780 or 215-922-1700. ••
Pro-life baby shower
The Pro-Life Union of Greater Philadelphia will hold a baby shower on June 24 to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court ruling that there is no constitutional right to an abortion. There will be a Mass at 9 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, followed by a march down Race Street and a rally at Independence Mall, where there will be music and speakers such as Mark Houck, the pro-life activist found not guilty by a federal jury of shoving a Planned Parenthood volunteer he said was harassing his son outside a Center City abortion clinic. Baby donations will be accepted. ••
Party at Rivers July 2
Rivers Casino will celebrate Independence Day weekend with a Party on the Pier on Sunday, July 2, from 6-10 p.m. Guests will enjoy outdoor music by The Ultimate King of Pop, a Michael Jackson tribute band, along with food trucks and a fireworks show starting at 9 p.m.
This free, pet-friendly party, brought to you by Pepsi, will also feature games, a WDAS DJ, activities for all ages, free swag and more.
Visit RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia. ••
Freedom fest on the river
One River Alliance and State Street Events Company will present Freedom Fest on Tuesday, July 4, from 5-9 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Park, Delaware and Linden avenues. The event will feature food trucks, vendors, music and fireworks. ••
Ryan at the shore
Archbishop Ryan High School will hold an alumni summer social on July 29, from 2-7 p.m., at the Seaport Inn in North Wildwood. For more information, visit arhs.me/summersocial. ••
Upcoming cruise
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is sponsoring a fully escorted Holy Lands & Aegean Majesty cruise that will sail Oct. 6-17, featuring 10 ports-of-call. Rates, including airfare, range from $4,198 to $7,998 per person, double occupancy. Call 215-788-9408 for information and reservations. ••
Cruise the Mediterranean
Norwegian Cruise Line will host a Mediterranean cruise from Rome to Venice on Oct. 10-19. The trip is all inclusive with round-trip airfare, a beverage package, all meals, three specialty dinners, taxes, transfers and all gratuities. The cost for a balcony sea view cabin is $3,511 per person. For more information, contact Fillmore Travel’s Kevin Fries at 215-498-8294 or fkevin910@comcast.net. ••
South Phila. HS class of ‘68 reunion
The South Philadelphia High School Class of 1968 will hold its 55th reunion on Saturday, Oct. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Waterfall Room, 2015 S. Water St. Tickets cost $60 and include buffet dinner and open bar. For tickets and more information, call Arleen Liberi [609-922-2419], Maria Leati [856-287-3734] or Stephen Michielli [267-252-2740]. ••
