March 27th, 2011 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
Join us and the Fairmount Civic Association for the 2011 Philly Spring Cleanup. Come volunteer at one of two sites; Ward Park of Girard Veterans Memorial from 9AM-2PM. More details coming soon!
March 27th, 2011 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
After countless weekends of awful weather we were able to distribute 10 new hand painted trash cans along West Girard Avenue. The trash cans, that were painted by volunteers during the MLK Day of Service in January, will act to control litter along the avenue while adding colorful elements to the corridor. Check out photos from the day below…
February 23rd, 2011 | Published in Community Projects
The Fairmount CDC currently has a limited number of free recyling bins available for Fairmount residents. If you are interested in picking one up please stop by our offices during our regular business hours (MWF 9-5, TR 10-6). Feel free to call ahead (215.232.4766) to make sure we still have some before you stop by. The bins will be distributed first come first serve, sorry we can’t “hold” one for you. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns feel free to contact us!
January 7th, 2011 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
Recycle your Christmas Tree this Sunday, January 9th from 10am-2pm behind Eastern State Penitentiary. The City of Philadelphia does not recycle Christmas Trees and trees left on the curb will end up in the landfill. Please remove all ornaments and lights before recycling. A $5 suggested donation is encouraged to offset the costs associated with the tree recycling program. All proceeds benefit Friends of Eastern State Penitentiary Park.
December 1st, 2010 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
Join us and the Greater Brewerytown CDC for the 16th Annual MLK Day of Service on January 17th, 2011 at Girard College. Together we’ll be working with professional artists to paint a number of trashcans to be dstributed along West Girard Avenue. The project is aimed not only to control litter along the avenue but to add highly accessible art to the neighborhood as well. Register below to volunteer with us on January 17th!
September 23rd, 2010 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
Fairmount CDC & Fairmount Civic Assocation are pleased to bring you a Community Shred Day! Complete details:
What: Community Shred Day
When: October 16th, 2010 from Noon-2PM (Following FESPP’s Breakout 5k and during Fall Fest)
Where: Along the 2100 Block of Brown Street (behind Eastern State)
Details: Each invidual can shred up to 3 bags (the size of grocery bags) or 3 boxes (the size of copy paper boxes)
Cost: Either a $10 donation to the Fairmount CDC or join the Fairmount Civic Assocation
Click here to download a printable flyer.
September 7th, 2010 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
The
Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia continues their series of owners and aspiring owners of historic homes. At every workshop, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the best practices for the restoration and maintenance of older homes. While, all of the below workshops are free, reservations are required. To reserve a space or for more information, please contact Melissa Jest, Neighborhood Preservation Program Coordinator, at 215-546-1146×6 or melissa@preservationalliance.com. The following workshops will be held at the Fairmount CDC offices (2206 Fairmount Avenue) at 6:30pm:
August 6th, 2010 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
At the Fairmount CDC our mission is to foster appropriate and beneficial development while preserving the neighborhood’s essential character. We do this through a number of avenues including community events, working with small business owners, and neighborhood projects. We just wrapped up a project on the 2900 Block of Harper Street and here’s what Block Officer, Suzi Nash had to say…
It started with a small grant from the CDC to the residents of the 2900 block of Harper Street. The grant was to buy flowers and planters to beautify the street and give the residents a task they could do as a community. The neighbors came out of their homes, met one another and planned an excursion to a neighborhood nursery. That was the first of many gatherings for the folks in the 2900 block of Harper. They now hold monthly meetings, regular street cleanings and host block parties.
At one of the early planning meetings with the CDC, neighbors from the Fairmount/Brewerytown area were asked for ideas to improve the Fairmount/North of Poplar corridor. One idea that frequently came up was to find a way to connect to Fairmount Park. It is one of the largest urban parks in the country and though this gem is only blocks away from us, many of us don’t utilize it as much as we would like. To this effect, the 2900 block coordinated with Vicky Kramer of the Mann Music Center to plan a neighborhood outing to see a concert and enjoy a picnic under the stars. For those of you not in the know, lawn seating at the Mann for the Philadelphia orchestra is only $10. The block assembled a group of 17 residents and friends and plenty of food and spirits. In addition to awarding tickets to an upcoming concert to the neighbor with the best basket, Ms. Kramer also invited neighbors back to attend the Planet Earth concert.
The neighbors had a great time and it was a good chance for old neighbors to have fun together and for new residents to bond with their block mates. Harper Street newcomer Crystal Cheatham stated, “This is honestly the coolest block ever! I really haven’t felt this welcome in a new setting since high school.”
The block looks forward to continued interaction with the CDC and Rebecca Johnson, who has been instrumental in a number of community bonding efforts and community improvements for the residents of Harper Street and all throughout the Fairmount/Brewerytown area. Next on the list for Harper Street-exploring the Waterworks Museum and Shofuso: the Japanese House and Garden.
Suzi Nash
Block Officer
2900 Harper Street
August 6th, 2010 | Published in Community Projects, Featured
Working in partnership with the City of Philadelphia’s Mural Arts Program two artists have recently completed the mural on the side of The Bishop’s Collar located at the corner of 24th Street and Fairmount Avenue. Artists Phillip Adams and David Guinn drew from imagery along the Schuylkill River Trail to create this bright and welcoming work of art. Make sure to take a stroll past the mural to get the full visual experience, but until then take a look at some photos of mural below.
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