Mark your calendars with what's goin' on in Philly

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April; May

Each Organization/Event Below is Color Coded

AchieveAbility
Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education
Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia
Business Mentoring Youth
Communities In Schools, Philadelphia
Greater Philadelphia Cares
Leadership Philadelphia
Mural Arts Program
Philadelphia Children's Alliance
Philadelphia Phillies
Project H.O.M.E.

Click each event title for more details!

April 2008

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May 2008

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AchieveAbility (http://www.achieve-ability.org)

April 5
Annual Spring Gala

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Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education (http://www.ashetennis.org/home/default.asp)

April 25 6 p.m.
Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education Gala Benefit
Location: Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education Center, 4842 Ridge Ave. in East Falls.

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Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia (http://www.phillyblueprint.com)

April 13  Registration at 7:00 am
Legs Against Arms 5K/Walk, 1 mile Fun Run/Walk, Peace Festival, and Celebration of Youth
As an outgrowth of our commitment to eliminate the epidemic of youth violence in Philadelphia, Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR) is hosting Legs Against Arms, a 5K Race/Walk, at Saint Joseph's University and the surrounding community on April 13, 2008. The intent is to begin to change the social norms in Philadelphia that celebrate violence. Legs Against Arms will encourage youth and adults to come together to strengthen their legs as they send a clear message opposing arms in Philadelphia. Proceeds will support our on-going work to build respect between individuals in our local and global communities.
Saint Joseph's University & the Surrounding Community
For more information, please visit: www.LegsAgainstArms.org 
Race registration info: registration@LegsAgainstArms.org  or (610) 429-2494,
General Event info: info@LegsAgainstArms.org  or (215) 765-8703.
Additional information about Physicians for Social Responsibility and our program is available at:
Website: www.psrphila.org,
Physicians for Social Responsibility, 704 N. 23rd Street, Phila, PA 19130
Tel: (215) 765-8703, Fax: (215) 765-3942

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Business Mentoring Youth (BMY) (http://www.philamentor.com)

April 17 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.            
Resume and Interview: United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania

May 22 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.            
Financial Planning: United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania

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Communities In Schools, Philadelphia (http://www.cisphl.org)

May 1 8:30am-3:00pm
10th Annual ELECT/CTC Teen Summit
Pennsylvania Convention Center
12th and Arch Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Contact Richard Floyd at rfloyd@cisphl.org

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Greater Philadelphia Cares (http://www.gpcares.com)

May 17
Philadelphia Cares About Fairmount Park Day 2008
Fairmount Park is Philadelphia's backyard. Sign your team up for a day of outdoor fun.
In partnership with The Fairmount Park Commission, Greater Philadelphia Cares will mobilize volunteers to garden, plant trees, clean playgrounds, and repair trails. From small community playgrounds to large major parks, no stone will be left unturned.
Email volunteer@gpcares.com for more information.

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Leadership Philadelphia (http://www.leadershipphiladelphia.org)

May 15 All are dinner sessions held from 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Executive Program
The Executive Program is a seminar dinner series for senior executives who are new to the area or who have recently been promoted to a position with high community visibility. This program provides an executive overview of the region's resources and economic, political and civic structure. Some executives choose to attend with their spouse.
Tuition: $2,000
Download application

May 1, June 12  8:30 am – 5:00pm
The Core Program
The Core Program consists of eleven day-long seminar sessions from September through June. Meetings generally consist of a morning listening to local leaders sharing the inside story on current issues, followed by an afternoon of leadership or trustee skills development. Participants receive individual skills development plans. Each meeting and speaker is evaluated to ensure that LEADERSHIP is meeting the group's needs. Outdoor team-building experiences, board observations and police ride-alongs enrich the seminar experience.
   Qualified candidates are seasoned individuals with leadership skills and a drive to take responsibility for improving the quality of life in the region. Nominees should be prominent within their organizations, have the sponsor's personal endorsement, and be prepared to commit time to participate in the program. They should intend to stay in the region. Candidates must complete an interview with LEADERSHIP's staff to be admitted.
Admission is competitive.
Tuition: $6,200
Please download  application, complete it and return to info@leadershipphiladelphia.org

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Mural Arts Program (http://www.muralarts.org)

April 5  9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
White Dog Cafe Trolley Tour
Meet at the White Dog Cafe for coffee & muffins, then board the trolley at 9:30 a.m. for a two-hour tour of North Philadelphia. After the tour, you 'll return to the White Dog for a scrumptious lunch followed by a short lecture by Mural Arts director Jane Golden.
White Dog Café, 3420 Sansom Street
Cost is $45 per person.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling the White Dog Cafe at 215-386-9224.

May 10 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Mother's Day Mural Tour
Treat your Mom to a tour of South Philadelphia murals and top it off with lunch at the elegant Paradiso Restaurant!
(Tour pick-up and Lunch) Paradiso Restaurant, 1627 E. Passyunk Avenue
Cost is $45 per person.
For reservations, call Marisa Starr, Tour Coordinator, at 215.685.0754.

May 22  6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  
Mural Arts WALL BALL
MAP 's biggest bash and foremost fundraiser, the Wall Ball, will honor William P. Hankowsky, Chairman, President and CEO of Liberty Property Trust; and Rabbi Gerald I. Wolpe, Ph.D., Rabbi Emeritus of Har Zion Temple, and noted bioethics expert.
Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market Street

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Philadelphia Children's Alliance (http://www.kidalliance.org)

April 24
8th Annual Bear Affair
We promise great food and drink, local celebrities in attendance and over 100 amazing auction items to bid on! 
   The number and value of auction items we have gathered this year is amazing including a breathtaking Avalon Vacation Home for the week of June 20th-27th --a $5000 value--and the bidding starts at only $1500!  We have a Disney Vacation, tickets to Counting Crows and Maroon 5, Phillies and Eagles Tickets, Golf Foursomes, and much, much more.... 
   Please RSVP now by clicking on the link below.  This is a $50 donation for a fun night and a really important cause. The night benefits the Philadelphia Children's Alliance, a non-profit that serves as the main advocate for the protection of child victims of sexual abuse in Philadelphia.  They are a wonderful, upbeat and committed team for these kids and deserve our support.
   Space is limited so purchase your tickets today!  Hope to see you at the party!

Check out these incredible auction items.
 

Disney Family Vacation
4 passes to Walt Disney World. Airfare and Lodging included.

Apple Vacation for Two
2 vouchers for the apple vacation of your choice.

Avalon Vacation House
1 week vacation in a 5 bedroom, bayside house with heated pool.

XBox 360

Apple iPod Nano

Eagles Tickets

Digital Camera

Frida Passes

Les Miserables Tickets

Sports Memorabilia

Art Collectibles

Restauraunts Galore!

But the only way to get these great items is to be at the 2008 Bear Affair!

So plan to attend the Gala 2008 Bear Affair - Thursday, April 24, 2008 at
the Independence Visitor Center on 6th and Market St. from 6:30 - 10:00pm

$50 donation per person for admission can be given via website www.kidalliance.org
Click Donate Now and reference Bear Affair in the comments section.

Or download the pdf and send a check to Bear Affair at
Philadelphia Children's Alliance, 4000 Chestnut St., 2nd Floor, Phila, PA 19104.

Or call the Children's Alliance to give your credit card number to Christine or Chris.
215-387-9500. You may also email credit card information by return mail.

RSVP Now!

"Show you care . . . Bring a bear."

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Philadelphia Phillies (http://philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com)

April 19  
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Burlington County Bowl for Kids Sake
Join the Phillies Ballgirls and Scott Palmer at the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters of Burlington County Bowl for Kids Sake, held at Laurel Lanes in Maple Shade.
To register for the event, go to http://burlingtonbfks.kintera.org

May 2
Eighth Annual Teacher Appreciation Night
The Phillies will once again salute teachers for their hard work and dedication before and during the 7:05 p.m. game against the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park. Ten teachers will be selected as Delaware Valley Teacher All-Stars and honored pre-game (nominations are currently being accepted at phillies.com until mid-April). Teachers and their families receive a special ticket discount to the game.

May 17 1:00 pm  
2008 Arthritis Walk
Join the Phillies in celebrating National Arthritis Month at the Philadelphia Arthritis Walk at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Park.
Fans are invited to join the Phillies and help raise awareness and funds to fight arthritis, the nation's leading cause of disability. Special Phillie guests include Scott Palmer, who will emcee the event, former Phillie and slugger Greg Luzinski who will sign autographs and ball girls and the most valuable mascot, the Phillie Phanatic will provide the entertainment.
For more information check out our website at www.phillyaw.kintera.org and sign up today!

May 30
Verizon Phanatic About Reading Night & Book
Verizon Phanatic About Reading Night & Book Drive with Phanatic Jersey Book Cover: 7:05 p.m. (vs. Florida Marlins at Citizens Bank Park): All students, teachers and their families participating in the Phillies Be a Phanatic About Reading program, presented by Verizon, will receive a special ticket discount. Plus, kids 14 and under will receive a stretchable Phanatic Jersey book cover. Fans attending the game are asked to donate books to benefit Philadelphia Reads.

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Project H.OM.E. (http://www.projecthome.org)

April 3   5:30-7:30pm
Project H.O.M.E. Discovers Uganda's Forgotten Children
The Children of Northern Uganda- Exhibit by Stephen Shames
Sister Mary Scullion, Joan Dawson McConnon and The Board of Trustees of Project H.O.M.E. invite you on an extraordinary journey.
Special Cocktail Preview with an incredible culinary experience catered by Susanna Foo.
The Gershman Y, Broad and Pine Streets, Philadelphia
Limited capacity.
$150/ticket
Purchase tickets online or contact Callie Lytton, Manager of Annual Giving at 215-232-7272 x3045 for more information.

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Contact Information

A Better Philadelphia, Inc.
PO Box 58132
Philadelphia, PA 19102

T: 215.260.8040
F: 480.247.5277

A Better Philadelphia, Inc. is a non-profit organization serving the Delaware Valley to end youth violence.