Programs at Richmond Library
Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St., hosts a preschool and toddler storytime and play group on Wednesday, Aug. 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 & Play Group takes place on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Meghan for lap time with stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces for babies with caregivers. Stay after storytime to play. Siblings welcome.
Revolution at the Library: Spies of the Revolution is set for Wednesday, Aug. 21, at noon. Join Museum of the American Revolution staff to learn about the spies of the Revolution.
Call 215-685-9992. ••
Holy Innocents to see Rat Pack show
Holy Innocents will be holding a trip to the Tropicana in Atlantic City on Thursday, Dec. 5. A bus will depart L Street and Hunting Park Avenue at 10 a.m. and will leave the casino at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $85, due by Nov. 1, and includes bus transportation, a ticket to The Rat Pack Christmas Show at 3 p.m. and $25 slot play. To reserve your seat, call Cindy at 215-535-2740. ••
Sign up for Philly Bike Ride
The third annual Philly Bike Ride will take place on Saturday, Oct. 19, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Riders will pass Independence Hall, City Hall, Love Park, Chinatown, Old City, Penn’s Landing and Boathouse Row on Kelly Drive. They can choose between a 20-mile course or a 7.6-mile version, both ending at the art museum.
The free post-ride festival features live music, wellness activities, a beer garden and food trucks.
The cost is $69, with various add-ons available.
A portion of proceeds will support the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and its Youth Cycling Program.For more information, visit www.phillybikeride.com ••
After-school program for sophs
Applications have been extended until Friday, Sept. 20, for local students seeking educational experiences in science and healthcare fields to apply to The College of Physicians of Philadelphia’s Wohlreich Junior Fellows Program.
There is no cost to apply for any of the college’s science-focused youth programs.
George and Judy Wohlreich Junior Fellows Program
Founded in 2009, the George and Judy Wohlreich Junior Fellows program is a summer and after-school program for Philadelphia high school students from “historically excluded” communities who have an interest in health. The program seeks to foster interest in careers in healthcare and medicine through hands-on learning and interaction with professionals. The program also provides academic counseling and support to better prepare these students for college and their future careers.
The program is open to students entering 10th grade who are Philadelphia residents, enrolled in a Philadelphia high school, have an interest in science and healthcare professions, will be the first in their immediate family to graduate from a college or university, qualify for free or reduced-price school lunch, and have no disciplinary problems on their school record. There are no costs to participate in the program.
The program goes for three years.
Apply here: Wohlreich Junior Fellows Program | The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Learn more at https://collegeofphysicians.org/programs. ••
Rapper at Fillmore
Multi-platinum rapper Polo G is set to hit the road this fall with The Hood Poet Tour. The 26-city tour includes a stop at The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St., on Wednesday, Nov. 13.
Special guests will be VonOff1700, Scorey, TwoTime and Diany Dior.
Tickets are available at polocapalot.com. ••
A space for UArts student work
Councilwoman Rue Landau, in collaboration with Creative Philadelphia, is launching an initiative to support students and faculty affected by the recent closure of the University of the Arts.
The project aims to transform City Hall into a welcoming hub for these displaced artists’ work, providing them with a space to showcase their work in City Hall and in the office of Landau (Room 592) and the corridors.
Students and faculty of UArts are invited to submit their artwork for consideration through an online submission form, with a deadline of Oct. 4.
“The closure of UArts is a significant loss for our city, but it also presents an opportunity for us to uplift and support these talented artists,” Landau said. “I’m honored to provide a space for their work alongside the Creative Philadelphia so that they know the city values their contributions to our arts scene.”
The submission form for UArts students and faculty to have their work featured can be found
here. ••
Rock concert at Fillmore
California-based rock band The Story So Far announces a U.S. fall tour celebrating its latest album release, I Want To Disappear. Supporting the band on the tour are Superheaven and Koyo.
The Story So Far will make an appearance at The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St., on Dec. 1.
Tickets are available at livenation.com. ••
Polish American festival
The 58th annual Polish American Festival at Our Lady of Czestochowa, 654 Ferry Road in Doylestown, will take place from Aug. 31 through Sept. 2 and Sept. 7-8, noon to 8 p.m. The festival features carnival rides, live music and stage shows and ongoing entertainment on the main stage and in the Polish Village, highlighting Polish traditions and customs, Polish folk dance groups and Polish and American food and refreshments. The $15 admission includes all events and carnival rides. Visit PolishAmericanFestival.org. ••
Pop artist at Fillmore
Pop artist Spencer Sutherland announces his 2025 North American headlining tour, which includes a stop at The Foundry at The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St., on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Sutherland’s album, The Drama, will release on Oct. 4. Tickets are available at spencersutherland.com/tour. ••
Apply for community grant
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus, through the support of the Anna T. Jeanes Foundation, is asking for applications for its 2025 Community Grant Program. Grants are awarded annually to provide funding for projects that promote the health and wellness of community residents. Applications will be accepted until Sept. 15. Funds must be used within one year of receipt. Nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply, and must provide a copy of their tax exemption letter from the Internal Revenue Service and a current completed W-9 form. Organizations applying for grants should be located within or serve one of the following ZIP codes: 19012, 19027, 19111, 19115, 19120, 19133, 19149, 19152, 19006, 19046, 19095, 19114, 19116, 19124, 19126, 19135, 19136 and 19154. Projects receiving funding should take place within these ZIP codes.
For additional information about the program, or to request an application form, contact Rosemarie Schlegel at 215-728-2131 or rosemarie.schlegel@tuhs.temple.edu.
St. Hubert going to NYC
St. Hubert will hold a day trip to New York on Saturday, Nov. 23. A bus will depart the school at 7:45 a.m. There will be an 11 a.m. showing of the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular, followed by free time until the bus departs at 5:45 p.m. The cost is $220 per person, paid in full by Oct. 1. Proceeds benefit the faculty scholarship fund. To reserve your seat, contact Mary Clifford at 267-231-7367 or SHSanta@huberts.org. ••
Cool off at Bridesburg Pool
Bridesburg Pool, 4625 Richmond St., is open and accepting sign-ups for swim lessons and the swim team. Public swim is available weekdays from 1-4 p.m. and weekends from noon to 5 p.m. Family swim is weeknights from 6-7 p.m. ••
Golf outing on Friday
The Carr Stone Carr Legacy Golf Classic will take place on Friday, Aug. 23, at Juniata Golf Course.
Tee time is at 1 p.m. There will be a best ball format.
The cost is $100 per golfer and includes cart, shirt, box lunch and after-party at Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 87, 3524 E. Thompson St.
The cost is $40 for non-golfers.
For information, call Jim Carr at 215-620-6547. ••
Veterans monuments coming to Campbell Square
Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 87 will be unveiling two monuments honoring veterans in Campbell Square park, Allegheny Avenue and Belgrade Street, on Saturday, Aug. 24, at noon. The first monument is dedicated to all veterans from the Port Richmond neighborhood. The second is dedicated to John J. McVeigh, the only World War II Medal of Honor recipient from Philadelphia.
There will be patriotic music, and a proclamation from the state House will be given to McVeigh’s daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
All are welcome and encouraged to attend. ••
North Catholic alumni golf outing
Joe Hand Promotions and Northeast Catholic Alumni Association will hold their 34th annual golf outing on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at North Hills Country Club in Glenside. The outing funds the alumni association’s scholarship fund, which provides $500,000 each year for Catholic education. For reservations, sponsorships or more information, email necathalum@aol.com, call 215-543-1051 or visit www.northcatholicalumni.org ••
Bingo in Port Richmond
Port Richmond On Patrol And Civic (PROPAC) will hold Mystery Bingo on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 2 p.m. at St. George Hall, 2700 E. Venango St. Doors open at 1 p.m. Tickets cost $35. Early bird tickets are $25. There will be 10 games of bingo and two bonus rounds, along with a 50-50, gift baskets and free lunch. For more information, call Anne Paul at 215-380-9782. ••
Boy band concert
The Pop 2000 Tour will be at Rivers Casino on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 8 p.m.
The tour features Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, BBMak, Ryan Cabrera and LFO.
Tickets start at $39. They can be purchased at RiversCasino.com/Philadelphia.
Buddy Holly tribute concert
Zachary Stevenson brings his Buddy Holly Tribute to the Philadelphia region for the first time on Sept. 14, at 2 p.m., at Sellersville Theater 1894.
Tickets are available at https://www.st94.com/events/oh-boys-buddy-holly-tribute/
The Buddy Holly Tribute one-act show will feature hits such as That’ll Be the Day, Peggy Sue, Oh Boy and Rave On.
Stevenson will be backed by Philadelphia psychedelic-rock trio Echo Kid as the Crickets. Echo Kid features Brendan McHale on bass, Christian Turzo on guitar and Kieran McCabe on drums. ••
Trip to Sight & Sound
St. James, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street, is holding a trip to Sight & Sound, a theater in Lancaster County, on Oct. 23 for the 11 a.m. show of Daniel. For more information, call 215-743-1828. ••
Farmers market open Saturdays
The Food Trust holds a weekly farmers market at 2nd Street and Germantown Avenue in Northern Liberties. The market, featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. year round. ••
Hero Thrill Show is Sept. 21
The 69th annual Hero Thrill Show will take place on Saturday, Sept. 21, from noon to 5 p.m., at the Wells Fargo Center.
Tickets are $15 for individuals and $35 for a family (up to five).
Proceeds pay for the college tuition of children of Philadelphia police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.
For more information, go to herothrillshow.org. ••
Sunday flea market returns
A flea market will take place every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through November at Liberty Plaza, 90 Franklin Mills Blvd. (near Knights Road). The cost for vendors is $30 per parking space. For more information, call 215-625-FLEA (3532) or visit PhilaFleaMarkets.org. ••
Bingo at Loudenslager
Corp. John Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave., is offering community bingo every second and fourth Friday evenings. Doors open at 6:30, games start at 7:20. Refreshments available. ••
VFW looking for members
Bustleton-Somerton/CTR1 Michael J. Strange VFW Post 6617 meets on the third Wednesday of every month at American Legion Post 810, 9151 Old Newtown Road. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. If you are a military veteran who served in a designated combat zone, you are eligible to join the VFW. Contact Commander Israel Wolmark at 215-725-0630 if you would like to join the post. ••
Ukrainian Folk Festival on Sunday
The Ukrainian Folk Festival will take place on Sunday, Aug. 25, from noon to 8 p.m., at the Ukrainian American Sport Center — Tryzub, County Line and Lower State roads, Horsham.
There will be Ukrainian folk art, music, dance, crafts and historical reenactments, a variety of food and refreshments and a vendors grove. Admission is $15, and a portion will be donated to relief of war victims in Ukraine. Kids under 15 will be admitted free. Parking is free. Call 267-664-3857, email info@tryzub.org or visit www.tryzub.org. ••
Party for West Catholic girls class of ‘69
West Catholic Girls Class of 1969 will have its 55th anniversary party on Sunday, Sept. 29, at Anthony’s Ristorante, 865 W. Springfield Road, Springfield. The cost for the luncheon is $65. Call Hannah at 610-764-3249. ••
Promotions, new hires at American Paradigm
American Paradigm Schools, a nonprofit organization overseeing a network of four charters, has promoted three of its current staff members to new roles — Claire Cunningham as Academic Coach and Kenneth Jones and Tho Phan as Math Coach Curriculum Specialists on its Academic Team.
Cunningham, Jones and Phan all served in previous positions at APS — Cunningham, a former 12th grade English/AP language and composition teacher at Tacony Academy; Jones, an Instructional Coach; and Phan, a teacher at First Philadelphia. They join APS’ Academic Team ahead of the 2024-25 school year, when they will support educators by helping improve teaching practices and enhance student learning, including classroom management, strategic learning and student engagement.
“As we prepare for the new school year at APS, I’m thrilled to announce that three of our dedicated team members are stepping into new roles within our organization,” said Ashley Redfearn, CEO of American Paradigm Schools. “Claire, Kenneth and Tho’s journey with us has been marked by exceptional talent, unwavering commitment and relentless hard work. At APS, we believe in the strength of our team and their advancement is not only a testament to their personal achievements but also to the supportive and nurturing environment we strive to create at our schools. I’m confident they will continue to inspire and lead with the same passion and dedication this school year.”
APS has also added Aishwarya Gautam and Venkat Keerthan Boddu as Educational Data Analysts, while Gabrielle Snow has been appointed as Client Experience Coordinator.
Gautam and Boddu will analyze a spectrum of data such as attendance records and test scores to provide insights that drive educational strategies. Snow will be responsible for collaborating with schools and external stakeholders to coordinate events and manage communications.
“We are thrilled to welcome Aishwarya, Venkat and Gabrielle to our APS team,” Redfearn said. “Their unique expertise and dedication will significantly enhance our ability to tailor educational strategies, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for our students and stakeholders. Aishwarya and Venkat’s deep analytical skills will be invaluable in driving data-informed decisions, while Gabrielle brings extensive communication and customer service experience that will help us strengthen our community connections and relationships with external stakeholders. Their contributions will play a pivotal role in supporting our mission to provide an exceptional educational experience for every student.” ••
Artists urged to take survey
Councilwoman Rue Landau announced the launch of a comprehensive citywide survey aimed at gathering insights from Philadelphia’s artist community. This survey seeks to understand the challenges and opportunities faced by artists in the city, with the goal of informing policy changes that will better support and nurture the creative sector.
“Philadelphia is home to a thriving community of artists who contribute immensely to the cultural, social and economic vitality of our city,” Landau said. “This survey is my office’s first big step toward understanding the needs of our artists and we hope our findings lead to insights and even policies that will help them thrive. We recognize the critical role that artists play in making Philadelphia a vibrant, dynamic place to live.”
The survey will cover a range of topics, including affordable housing and studio space, funding and grant opportunities, health care and insurance needs, professional development and networking opportunities, and the impact of city regulations and policies on artistic practice.
Artists of all disciplines, including visual arts, music, dance, theater, literature and digital arts, are encouraged to participate. The insights gathered will be used to shape future initiatives and policies that aim to provide more robust support for the arts community.
The survey will be open for responses through Sept. 6. Artists can access the survey online here. ••
