Board Elections
This year we are honored to have a remarkably talented pool of people who are interested in joining the Wash West Board. Please read their statements on our website and ATTEND the upcoming election. Each membership is entitled to one vote (Household memberships, for example, will receive one ballot).
The meeting will be held in Room 505 of Dorrance Hamilton Hall at 7pm, Tuesday, October 13th, with special guest Councilman DiCicco at 7:45. Please arrive promptly at 7 o'clock to meet our candidates for the Board and to cast your vote.
Disturbing Incidents
A member sent along a cautionary account of a young man who was robbed and beaten last week on South Street at 7th Street, at 9:30 PM. He was walking alone when a group of 8 (18-20 year olds) grabbed his phone and began to beat him up...they did not bother taking his wallet, seemed to be more interested in simply hurting him. He is mildly injured, but essentially fine. While in the ER, there was another young man who was apparently attacked by the same group, at South and 10th. His injuries were more serious.
This neighbor wants to make sure the word is out to protect other kids. We thank them for speaking out.
Seger Park Events
Mark your calendars for Friends of Seger Park Playground's next COMMUNITY MEETING on Wednesday October 21, 7:30, at the Seger Rec building (1020 Lombard Street)! Have you been wanting to get more involved with our efforts and serve your community? We'll discuss the specific board vacancies we're looking to fill, each position's job description, and how to apply -- so for anyone potentially interested, this is a must-attend event.
The Free SEGER HALLOWEEN PARTY will take place on Saturday October 31, 3-5 pm! (Rain date Sunday Nov 1!) Made possible once again by a generous Department of Recreation grant, our Halloween party in the park will feature free pizza, free treats, free Halloween baubles and tons of costumed fun for the whole family. Don't forget, if you can spare an hour or two to volunteer, please contact Joyce Killian at joycekillian@hotmail.com.
SEGER FLEA MARKET On Saturday, Oct 10 be sure to check out the flea market beginning at 9 am. Vendors will set up their wares on the sidewalks around the park, and a portion of their table fees benefit the Seger Advisory Council.
SEGER PARK DOG OWNERS ASSOCIATION COCKTAIL PARTY Join SPDOA for its annual fundraiser of food, drink and silent auction on Sunday Oct 25, 6-9 pm, at the Chapterhouse Café (620 S. 9th). Tickets are $30 at the door, or $25 in advance, purchased from dog park officers or at Ethnics Furniture (925 Pine). Humans only at this event, please.
Parks and Recreation Meetings
Philadelphia's Parks and Recreation Commissioner has extended an invitation for you to join a conversation on the merger of Philadelphia's Fairmount Park System and Department of Recreation. The vision entails becoming a leader in out of school time activities, as well as expanding outdoor recreational opportunities for adults and youth. Identifying more space for parks and trails, along with ensuring that the City excels at maintaining its park land will be core to this mission.
The commissioner will be hosting eight community meetings across the city to listen to citizens' thoughts on plans for the future of Philadelphia's Parks and Recreation Department. A list of locations, dates and times below.
Should you have any questions, please forward them to merger.feedback@phila.gov.
10/7, 7:00 PM: Horticultural Center, N. Horticultural Drive & Montgomery Drive, 19131
10/13, 7:00 PM: Christy Recreation Center 56th and Christian Street, 19143
10/14, 7:00 PM: Columbus Square, 12th and Wharton, 19147
10/22, 7:00 PM: Simons Recreation Center, 7200 Woolston Ave, 19138
10/28, 7:00 PM: Northeast Older Adult Center, 8100 Bustleton Avenue, 19152
10/29, 5:00 PM: One Parkway Building 18th Floor, 1515 Arch Street, 19102
11/4, 7:00 PM: Mander Playground, 33rd and Diamond, 19121
11/5, 7:00 PM: Cohocksink Recreation Center, Cedar and Cambria, 19134
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