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BRIDESBURG FISHTOWN KENSINGTON NORTHERN LIBERTIES PORT RICHMOND APRIL 2, 2014 • Vol. 11 No. 13

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Saint Laurentius Church Closes Immediately for Safety Reasons The Saint Laurentius Church worship site in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia has closed until further notice. The building has been examined on multiple occasions over the past several months by an independent engineering firm.

An inspection conducted last week led to a recommendation to close the site.

This recommendation was accepted by the Archdiocese, which authorized the closure out of concern for the safety of parishioners, students and the surrounding community.

In accordance with requirements set forth by the City of Philadelphia’s Façade Ordinance Bill that was enacted in 2010, an initial façade inspection was performed by independent engineers on the Saint Laurentius Church building during fall 2013. That process revealed a number of outstanding maintenance issues including vertical cracks in the brownstone masonry, improperly completed cement patch repairs, and deteriorated faces of brownstone. Protective scaffolding and netting was installed around the church building in an effort to maintain the safety of parishioners and members of the community.

Structural engineers have noted that the condition of the building has greatly deteriorated because of the weather this winter and is in imminent danger of a collapse.

All masses will be celebrated at Holy Name of Jesus Church moving forward. The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will continue to work with parish leadership, engineering consultants and the City of Philadelphia to ensure the immediate safety of parishioners, students and the community at-large.

Stay tuned for more info.•

Sean Murphy: The River Ward’s Rocket

Sean Murphy stands on the mound a delivers a pitch during a spring training start in Surprise, Arizona. Against the Rangers, Murphy pitched 4.1 innings with 0R, 1H, 3K, and 1BB. /Photo: courtesy of Sean Murphy

by Max Pulcini

To the average American, job interviews are nerveracking affairs. What do I wear? What will I say?

Am I qualified enough? The answer to those questions all fall into the first impression you make on your potential future employer.

Perform well and you will be rewarded. Drop the ball and it’s back to the drawing board. On Monday, March 24 one Fishtowner

had the job interview of his dreams and left a first impression that could have major implications on his career.

Sean Mur phy is a 25-year-old right-handed pitcher in the Oakland Athletics minor league baseball system. Standing at 6’ 6”, this 220-pound North Catholic alum with a fastball in the low-90s has been in the minors for three full seasons after being selected in the 33rd

...“I don’t let things get to me, I’m not afraid to fail and I’m not afraid to try.” ~ Sean Murphy round of the 2010 draft.

But last week, in a surprise Major League start against the Texas Rangers in Surprise, Arizona, Murphy

went 4.1 innings, allowing 0 runs along with 1 hit, 3 strikeouts and 1 walk.

“This was my first shot to put my name out there and show people that I belong up there,” Murphy said.

“I just want to do what I can to create that opportunity.”

Murphy was born and raised on Thompson and Palmer Streets in Fishtown. He went to grade school at St. Laurentius before graduating from

North Catholic High School in 2006. Murphy began playing baseball for Fishtown AC where his father, Raymond, coached him and his older brother pushed him. After climbing through the Fishtown AC ranks, Murphy played for the Phillies RBI Junior and Senior squads, capturing an RBI World Series in 2007 at Dodger’s Stadium in Los Angeles. see MURPHY on page 7

The Belgrade Apartments: Proposed Improvement to the Neighborhood

Zoning Meeting to Discuss New Apartment Complex in Port Richmond

by Jeff Kilpatrick

On April 3 at 7PM, Port Richmond on Patrol & Civic Association (PROPAC), as Coordinating Registered Community Organization (RCO), has scheduled a public meeting in advance of a public hearing to discuss a new residential project. The meeting will take place at 7 PM at Samuels Recreation Center (3539 Gaul Street at Tioga).

The zoning project on the table will be the Belgrade Apartments. New Development Vistas, LLC is the company that owns the property at 3400 Belgrade Street in Port Richmond, which was the once Joseph

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THE LOCAL LENS with Thom Nickels

by Thom Nickels

What’s it like to be a TedX speaker?

Last year I was invited to be a TedX speaker at Drexel University. I had never heard of TedX when I got the invitation, so I had a lot of homework to do.

The theme of last year’s event [Where are we going and what will be the next revolution?] gave speakers the opportunity to explore future developments or trends in society or in their chosen professions. Some friends of mine said that the invite was major and a very big deal indeed, while some had never heard of TedX. “What’s that?” they asked.

“Is it related to the trucking industry?”

The over-the-top reaction of friends in the know, however, made me a little nervous. It didn’t help when one of the 2013 TedX organizers informed me that TedX speaking engagements can change lives— and fortunes.

“People have gone on to make fortunes just from one 18 minute speech,” they stated. “Who knows…

Your photo could wind up in Time Magazine.” Apparently, there was no limit to what could happen. The

Pope could request an audience with you. President Obama would invite you to a White House dinner. Mayor Nutter would hire you as one of his entourage suit people.

In other words: Your life will change, baby!

While I tend to be one of those people who cut hype in half and then divide that result by two, I couldn’t totally discount what I was hearing, because obviously there were enough people who believed that these 18 minute (or less) talks have a huge impact on the culture.

When I did a background check on TedX programs around the country, I found that the events drew sold out audiences. And since every TedX speech was filmed and then released as an online video for the world to see, each talk was enshrined “forever”-- for better or worse, of course.

Since I was going to be a TedX speaker, I had to read the speaker guidelines, or the TedX Ten Commandments.

This list of Do’s and Don’ts includes two major commandments: Thou shalt not read your speech, and Thou shalt not talk over 18 minutes. The 18-minute capstone seemed fair enough, but the first rule frightened me somewhat. While I have

Thom Nickels is a Philadelphiabased author/ journalist/poet, film critic and feature writer for the Spirit Newspapers.

no fear of public speaking, having a script under my nose has always given me a sense of security. It’s an insurance against forgetting an important part of your talk, especially when it comes to names and dates.

The TedX Commandments made it clear to each speaker that all notes related to your talk had to be placed on a side table set on the edge of the stage, and that they could only be briefly referred to, but never read.

Public speaking is one thing, but mastering and memorizing a long monologue (without a script), quite another. At one point I asked the organizers if it was permissible to hold my notes in my hand so that I could refer to them (briefly) that way, rather than having to walk to the table at the edge of the stage. This tactic, I was told, came too

close to breaking the Ten Commandments, so it was strongly suggested that I place my notes on the table when I walked on stage.

It was important to follow protocol, so I resolved to memorize my presentation as best I could and make do with an occasional table reference, if need be. I wrote a piece about human communication in an age of high technology, and how technology sometimes creates divisions between people and among neighborhood communities.

I practiced my talk at home until I had it down pat and could say the entire thing without referring to a script.

Although constant practice was a confidence booster, I knew that the addition of a live audience would automatically lend a layer of stress, which would have been no big deal with a

script, but without a script, well…I just didn’t like having to walk to that little table for cues.

As the event grew closer, TedX organizers sent me many emails. “Five days to go! Are you prepared?

Are you prepared for a life changing experience?”

In anticipation for my TedX debut, I bought a new sports jacket and went over my talk when riding the subway or walking around town.

When the big day came at last, I arrived at Drexel early in the morning and helped myself to a wonderful TedX breakfast buffet set up for participants and ticketed audience members. After breakfast would come a substantial catered lunch, and then a hugely substantial catered dinner and finally a closing reception. Elaborate cameras and sound systems filled up a section of the room. I felt wired for my presentation, though I wasn’t sure how I felt about being the first speaker to go on.

When I was informed that I would be the first speaker, I said good-bye to the idea of picking up pointers from speakers who preceded me.

I did not want to be first, even though by being first there’d be less time to worry about what might go wrong.

I knew I was a good public speaker, but the ‘no script’ rule continued to bug me.

With the time drawing near, I was assigned a guide who walked me to the backstage area. When he gave the signal, I was to walk up the ten or so steps that led to the stage. I would appear onstage from behind a curtain, a set up that reminded me of Roman gladiatorial movies, when Caesar enters the massive Coliseum through a private portico.

With my chosen slide show presentation on the big screen above my head, I also had to remember to click on the appropriate photos as I presented my monologue.

My talk was fair. I made eye contact with the audience and walked about the stage, and only once referred to my notes. My talk came out at 14 minutes, much shorter than the average TedX presentation although there have been winning talks that have lasted only five minutes.

I felt I’d been given at least a “passing grade” because one of the organizers sat with me at lunch and wanted to hear more of my ideas.

But listening to the other TedX talks was a revelation.

One woman held her notes—something I was told not to do—referring to them randomly, just as I had wanted to do. Another woman walked the stage like a stand up comedian, gesturing, flipping her long curly hair while turning her body this way and that so that people had a good view of her stilettos, and

especially her tight dress. In some ways her presentation was like an audition. She really wanted that White House dinner with President Obama, that photo op in Time Magazine, and that audience with Pope Francis.

She talked non-stop, barely stopping to catch her breath.

The minutes sped by until she was way past the 18 minute limit. “She should be stopping any moment now,” I told myself, checking my watch—which I think put her at twenty one minutes— but I was wrong.

Her breaking the rules just a little bit stretched into a total disregard for the time Commandment. She would not stop talking. It was as if she was possessed by a fever—or a demon. Thirty minutes.

Forty minutes. Forty-five minutes, and her stilettos were still clicking. I expected one of those old vaudeville hooks to reach out to her and pull her off stage, but nothing happened.

Finally, clocking in at almost fifty minutes, she called it quits. I checked to see if I could “read” the faces of the organizers (for disapproving frowns) but their faces were neutral.

“She’s just broken the Commandments,” I said to the person sitting next to me. He laughed, checked his watch. “I guess it’s whatever you can get away with,” he quipped.

Then a male grad student type walked on stage with a full script in hand, and rather than refer to the script randomly, read from it word for word, painfully, methodically, and in a drab monotone of a city official reading instructions to a potential jury. Reading your TedX speech from start to finish was breaking the most important Commandment, on a par, perhaps, with disobeying that other first Commandment; Thou shalt have no other gods

before me.

I looked at the organizers’ faces for signs of displeasure but noticed that they didn’t seem to care.

In the eating area after the grad student’s talk I said to a staff member, “I thought reading your talk was forbidden?” She admitted the speaker had broken the rules, but seemed to shrug it off with a “That’s just one of those things” attitude.

Two months later, when the 2013 Drexel TedX videos appeared online, I was surprised to see that the over 18 minute talks had been not been edited down.

Several weeks ago, I received promotional emails about a new 2014 TedX event to be held at Temple University. This was followed by a Philly.com feature on the event with a full reprint of the TedX Ten Commandments.

The Ten Commandments, not to be taken seriously, of course…•

THE SPIRIT COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS • WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2014

April is Financial Literacy Month PFCU Kicks Off its 3rd Annual Art Competition

“Picture of Success Art Contest”

by Dominique Jenkins, Financial Educator, Philadelphia Federal Credit Union

April is Financial Literacy Month. Each April, across the country, the importance of financial literacy and establishing and maintaining good financial practices is promoted. Here in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Federal Credit Union (PFCU) has a program taking place throughout the month to teach young people the basics of money.

One of PFCU’s goals is to ensure that young people learn the skills necessary to grow to become fiscally responsible adults and to help them foster a positive relationship with money from childhood through adulthood. Without a basic understanding of money, people can face great challenges. While most people agree that teaching good financial habits at an early age is a good idea, the truth

of the matter is the topic of money is not often discussed with young people in their classrooms and in their homes. PFCU’s Financial Literacy Month program sets out to change this and prompt conversations about money between young people and their parents and teachers.

Art Competition To help young people learn the importance of practicing good financial habits such as saving money, budgeting and setting financial goals at an early age, PFCU began an art competition in 2012. This week the credit union announced the kickoff of its 3rd annual art competition - PFCU’s “Picture of Success Art Contest”. Open to Philadelphia-area students in grades 3-5, the contest asks students to submit a work of art that depicts one of their financial goals.

Two lucky winners of the contest will receive prizes for their entire classroom,

Students in grades 3-5 are asked to enter the PFCU “Picture of Success Art Contest”, depicting their financial goal. This contest is intended to help young people learn the importance of saving money at an early age. along with a personal $100 savings account. The deadline to submit entries is May 7, 2014. Students interested in entering should visit www.pfcu. com/artcontest with their parents to read the contest rules and download the Official Entry Form.

Classroom Presentations As part of the program this year, PFCU will visit local classrooms, including classrooms in Fishtown, Northern Liberties, Port Richmond and Bridesburg

Letter to the Editor An Open Letter to the Parishioners and Friends of St. Anne’s Parish:

Publishers/Editors.......Tom and Maryanne Milligan Staff Writer .............................Patty-Pat Kozlowski Account Executive........................L. J. Wesolowski Cartoonist/Writer .............................. Jeff Kilpatrick Production/Ad Design ...................Kathy Westfield

Please continue to keep in your prayer intentions the signing of the lease to enable the Autism School to move into our old St. Anne’s School building. This would point out to the Archdiocese the fact that we can sustain ourselves, strengthening the possibility of us remaining open. Also please keep in your prayers Fr. Ed Brady will be able to remain at St. Anne’s. He is a remarkable pastor doing remarkable things for our great parish.

Thank you, Mary (Candy) & Ronnie DiPietro

during the month of April to give a hands-on lesson that will teach students how to create and maintain a budget, which is the foundation to achieving financial goals.

Since PFCU began this program in 2012, more than 40 schools in the Philadelphia area have participated. Teachers interested in having their students participate in the art contest and/or scheduling a time for PFCU to visit their classroom to give a presentation during the month of April are encouraged to email djenkins@pfcu. com for more information.

Even if a child’s school isn’t participating, parents can still get in the spirit of Financial Literacy Month at home by talking to their kids about money and entering PFCU’s “Picture of Success Art Contest.”

By teaching young people the skills they need to become financially literate, they will avoid many of the financial troubles that face so many people, such as credit card debt and no savings. PFCU believes that by making learning about money fun through its Financial Literacy Month program that young people will be more likely to learn and practice good financial habits for the rest of their lives.•

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ACT II PREVIEWS for April 2014

by Sandy & Jack Jacobowitz

CURTIS OPERA THEATRE at Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts. The Jack Wolgin Orchestral Concert marks the end of this season for the Curtis Symphony Orchestra. A gala party will precede the dramatic finale consisting of Russian masterworks i.e. Stravinsky’s fleeting Fireworks and Tchaikovsky’s gloriously impassioned Pathetique flank a modern classic, the U.S premiere of a Concerto Doppio (double concert) by Penderecki.

Ignat Solzhenitsyn and Kensho Watanabe conduct.

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Ego Po marks the end of their 20th season with “GINT”an adaptation of Ibsen’s “Peer Gynt” directed by Lane Savadove (artistic director). This season, the company has ably demonstrated its ability to radically deconstruct Ibsen’s plays in unique and creative ways. For their next step Ibsen is moved from mountainous Norway to the mountains of Kentucky. Yes, Romulus Linney (Philly native and award winning writer) has re-imagined this fantasy as it might have happened in Appalachia! Mountain trolls become talking hogs, nature’s voices become mountain lights and the devil is now a hitchhiking hippie. A few of the well known actors include

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T H E AT R E E X I L E , Studio X, 13th & Reed Streets. “ANNAPURNA” is, of course, the name of a mountain almost impossibly difficult to climb. What an apt metaphor for the marriage and life of the two characters in the Philly premiere of Sharr White’s intimate play! Two of our favorite actors, Pearce Bunting and Catherine Slusar, ably directed by Joe Canuso, portray a husband and wife torn apart twenty years ago by an event he can’t remember and she can’t forget.

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WA L N U T S T R E E T THEATRE, 825 Walnut Street. INDEPENDENCE STUDIO ON 3.

This small theatre is overflowing with goodies! Two excellent productions are using this small but userfriendly space. Here’s our report on the first group.

We just saw their wonderful production of “THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE” written by Jim Cartwright and

directed by Dan Olmstead.

L.V. (LITTLE VOICE) is a painfully shy young girl who spends all of her time in her room singing along to her father’s old record collection. Ellie Mooney is a perfect choice for this role. She sings like an angel in every style from Patsy Cline to Judy Garland and more! Her mother.(Denise Whelan) is as vulgar and loud as L.V. is shy and quiet. The next man in her life (played with delightful vigor by Tony Lawton) hears Little Voice and thinks he’s found his pot of gold. Every member of the cast is top-notch. To April 13: 215.574.3550.

The next occupant of this space is a great mu-

sical comedy! It ran for thousands of performances off-b’way and has been a hit all over the world, in almost every language! “I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE P E R F E C T, N O W CHANGE” will remind you of the secret thoughts of lovers everywhere-yes the ones you thought about but never would admit to!

The 4 person, dynamite cast of Fran Prisco, Ellie Mooney, Chris Sutton and Lyn Philistine is directed by Sutton. If you’ve loved & lost or were too afraid to try you’ll see a bit of yourself in this play-but please, as much as you’re tempted, don’t sing along (at least not loudly)! April 29 to June 29.

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Romance and Divas Light up Walnut’s Independence Studio on 3 The Rise and Fall of Little Voice Walnut Street Theatre’s 2013-2014 Independence Studio on 3 season continues with the Olivier Award-winner for Best C o m e dy, T H E R I S E AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE. Written by Jim Cartwright, and directed

by Dan Olmstead, the production began on March

25, openedMarch 27 and continues through April 13 in the Walnut’s Independence Studio on 3.

Little Voice is a shy, reclusive girl who loves to sing.

She desperately misses her late father and spends all her time in her room, singing along to his old record collection. She im-

personates all his favorite recording artists, including the great Judy Garland.

When her mom meets a new man, he sees Little Voice as his ticket to success. All Little Voice wants is a normal life. She wants to be loved. THE RISE see LITTLE VOICE next page

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AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE is a poignant, funny story full of romance, music and heartfelt emotions.

THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE had its premiere at the Royal National Theatre in 1992, before transferring to the Aldwych Theatre in London’s West End. Two years later, LITTLE VOICE saw its Broadway debut at the Neil Simon Theatre. In 1998, the film version was released based on Cartwright’s screenplay. It garnered numerous acclamations, including an Oscarnomination. In 2009, the play had a successful revival in the West End. A touring production began in the UK in 2012 and continues today.

At the helm of the production is Director Dan Olmstead. This production marks Olmstead’s directorial debut at Walnut Street Theatre. He has been seen on stage at the Walnut in numerous productions, including Good People, Amadeus, Fiddler on the Roof, Fallen Angels, A Streetcar Named Desire, Enchanted April, Of Mice and Men, The Constant Wife, Finian’s Rainbow, The Lake, Damn Yankees, She Stoops to Conquer and 1776. His film credits include The Manchurian Candidate, Beloved and Philadelphia.

THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE cast is full of Philadelphia favorites. With simple innocence masking a stunning voice, Ellie Mooney plays Little Voice. Walnut audiences will recognize Mooney from both the Mainstage (Elf, Amadeus) and the Studio 3 stage (The Musical of Musicals: The Musical!; My Way).

Little Voice’s bigger-thanlife mother, Mari, is played

by Denise Whelan. Whelan has recently been seen on Walnut’s stage in The Music Man and Good People. Mari’s love interest and small-time talent agent Ray Say is Philadelphia performer Anthony Lawton (Around the World in 80 Days, Of Mice and Men).

Melissa Joy Hart (Amadeus, The Sound of Music) joins the cast as Sadie, Jered McLenigan (Good People) as Billy and David Bardeen (Travels With My Aunt) as Mr. Boo. Taking Little Voice from her childhood bedroom, which offers a sense of safety and seclusion, to the center stage of a gritty night club is a creative team lead by Set Designer Andrew Thompson (Driving Miss Daisy, Proof).

Lighting Designer J. Dominic Chacon returns, having just designed for Beautiful Boy in Walnut’s Studio 3 theatre. Walnut audiences have heard Mark Valenzuela’s work as Sound Designer in Honor and the River; The Irish…And How They Got That Way; and Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue. Katherine Fritz makes her Walnut debut as Costume Designer.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR MEETINGS PROPAC Agenda P RO PAC A g e n d a f o r Thurs., Apr. 3 at Samuel’s Playground, Gaul & Tioga Sts. at 7PM. • PSA-3 crime stats and updates: Officer Tina Willis. • Zoning Issues: (1) 2550 Monmouth Street: Use Variance Permit is for

the use of business & professional offices at 1st level and a single family dwelling at 2nd level of an existing detached structure, along with the legalization of an existing 6’-0” high fence (max. 50% opaque) at the front lot line, and the demolition of an existing shed structure, on the same lot as an existing rear structure for the use of automobile repairs (no body & fender work) as previously approved.

Size and location as per submitted plans. No signs on this application. (2) 33170-25 Salmon Street:

Use variance permit is for the subdivision of one (1) lot into five (5) lots (A-E), and the construction o a single family home with a roof deck and accessory surface parking on each subdivided lot. (3) 3400 Belgrade Street: Existing building will be divided into 18 apts with parking on N. side rear of building. Apts will consist of 14 two (2) bedroom, 2 One (1) bedroom and one (1) studio. An addition will be added on the eastside (Belgrade Street) to house elevator and stairway.

• Neighborhood News and Updates of things going on in Port Richmond.

FACT Membership Meeting Mon., Apr. 7 at 7PM Holy Name Church Hall. Guest speakers are Council President Darrell Clarke & Councilman Mark Squilla. Two new members on the FACT

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We also lost board member Charlie Young who passed away over the winter. Charlie was a vital member of our board and he is greatly missed.

FNA Zoning Community Meeting Tues., Apr. 8 at 7PM, 1246 Fletcher St. A proposal for the construction a three-story single family home. 628 Moyer St / 631 Flora St. A proposal for the construction of a three-story single family home with off-street parking, on Flora Street.

This meeting will take place at the Fishtown Rec Center, 1202 E Montgomery Ave. All residents of Fishtown are eligible to vote. Please bring proof of residence or business ownership in the form of a driver’s license or a photo id and a lease, utility bill, or recent piece of mail addressed to your home or business.

Bridesburg Historical Society Meeting The next meeting of the Bridesburg Historical Society will be held on Wed., Apr. 9, at 7:30PM in St. Joseph’s Hall in the back of St. John Cantius’ Chapel.

Our guest will be Michael Lawrence who is producing a film on Point-No-Point, the original name for the village of Bridesburg. He would welcome any stories or legends you have about this to share with him. Admission is free and refreshments will be served.

EKNA Zoning Meeting EKNA Zoning Meeting canceled for March due to lack of projects. April’s zoning meeting is scheduled for Wed., Apr. 9.

EVENTS Early Registration Now Open for Portside’s Summer Arts Camp 2014 L a y a w a y P l a n Av a i l able! Portside Arts Center will also be hosting a Teen Theater Camp this summer. June 23-July 12; July 14-August 3. Registration is now open. Check out their website for March classes.

Portside Arts Center, 2531 E. Lehigh Ave., 215-4271514. www.portsideartscenter.org.

Bible Study Group at First Presbyterian On Wed. evenings at 7PM a Bible Study Group meets at First Presbyterian Church, 418 E. Girard Ave. Come and bring a friend for informative, exciting and lively open discussions.

As always, everyone is welcome.

St. Anne’s Novena St. Anne’s Novena will take place every Thurs. at 7:30PM at St. Anne’s Church, 2328 E. Lehigh Ave. 215-739-4590.

Richmond Library Programs Preschool Storytime is every Wed. at 10:30AM. This program is intended for children from one- to four-years of age and their caregivers. Siblings are always welcome. Daycares should call for separate appointments. Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St. 215685-9992.

PRO-ACT Family Addiction Education Program Serves Philadelphia Sessions begin week of April 1 in Northeast Philadelphia, North Philadelphia and Northern Liberties When someone is addicted to drugs or alcohol, the disease affects the entire family. Each month PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization–Achieving Community Together) hosts a Family Addiction Education Program to help individuals and family recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one. Facilitated by trained volunteers who have been in the same situation, these information and support programs run one evening a week for three consecutive weeks at three locations in Philadel-

phia. Sessions in Northeast Philadelphia meet on the first three Tuesdays of the month, from 7-9PM at CORA Services.

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Classes at Portside Arts Center Early Registration Now Open for Portside’s Summer Arts Camp 2014.

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Emerald Park Spring Clean-Up Sat., Apr. 5 from 10AM 12PM. Meet-up at Emerald Park (Emerald & Dauphin Streets) at 10AM sharp.

Groups will then be sent to spots across the neighborhood. Have an idea for a block that needs a clean-up?

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Friends of Hetzell’s Beef and Beer Presented by Friends of Hetzell Playground, Sat., Apr. 5 from 7-11PM at Holy Name Church Hall, Berks and Gaul Sts. All proceeds go to Revitalization of Hetzell Playground. Admission: $25 per person. For tickets call Greg Fox at 215-301-9858.

Ladies of Port Richmond Breakfast The 10th Annual LOPR Breast Cancer Awareness Breakfast will be held at St. Adalbert’s School Hall, Thompson and Allegheny (enter hall on Edgemont St.) on Sun., Apr. 6 at 10AM. Jefferson Hospital, Nazareth Hospital and Holy Redeemer Hospital will all be attending.

Adults: $10; Children under 12: $5. Contact Mary Lou at 215-427-3222.

FACT Ice Cream Party with the Bunny On Sun., Apr. 6 at 1PM at Holy Name Church Hall, FACT will host Ice Cream Sundae Party with the Easter Bunny! Boys and girls make their own ice cream sundaes and visit with the Easter Bunny! Treats & surprises! Bring your camera for pictures with the Bunny! Cost is $2.

Free Employment Workshop Helps Mature Job Seekers “Age-Proof” their Job Search JEVS Career Solutions for 55+, a non-profit program dedicated to helping mature job seekers find employment, will host a free information session/orientation on Mon., Apr. 7 at 1PM at PA CareerLink, 990 W. Spring Garden St. Seats are limited; pre-registration is required see CALENDAR on page 15

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Murphy continued from page 1

After his youth career, Murphy spent time playing at several colleges—junior college stints in New Jersey; High Point, a Division I school in North Carolina; and finally Keystone College, a Division III school in La Plume, Pa. Despite not playing for one team consistently, Murphy consistently attracted the eyes of scouts, especially after a strong 2009 campaign at Keystone where he won 9 games, good for second highest single season total in school history.

After being drafted by Oakland, Murphy developed his game in the minors for a few seasons, splitting his 2012 season between Low-A Burlington and High-A Stockton before becoming one of the first pitchers to be promoted when there was movement in the upper levels of the Athletics’ system in 2013.

Even after his incredible rise from Fishtown AC to the Athletics 31 st ranked prospect according to Scout.com, Murphy still had no idea that he was scheduled to start a big league game.

“The night before [the game] my buddy called me up,” Murphy recounted.

“He saw on twitter that an Oakland Athletics beat writer posted a picture of the projected lineup for the next day. He said, ‘Hey Murph, I see you got the start, congratulations! Your hard work is paying off.’”

Murphy was taken aback by this news—he was under the assumption that he was scheduled to start in AAA instead. “And my buddy goes, ‘No, I’m pretty sure you’re the only Murphy in the Athletics organization.”

When Murphy arrived at the ballpark the following day, the first person he ran into was Bob Melvin, the manager of the Oakland Athletics.

“I said, ‘Hey, Bob, I’m

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Murphy made his first major league start on March 24 against the Texas Rangers in a spring training matchup. /Photo: athleticsfarm.com Sean Murphy, great to be over here.’ He then said, ‘So I see you got the start today?’ I then looked at the wall and saw the official lineup with my name on it.

It was very exciting.”

Murphy faced a fearsome Texas lineup that included Elvis Andrus, Prince Fielder, Adrian Beltre, Alex Rios and Mitch Moreland— stars that Murphy respected and revered throughout his life.

“I watched that lineup my whole life,” Murphy

said. “I always admired how Prince Fielder swung the bat, he has some of the best pop in the league.

Just watching that guy on TV growing up—that was really cool. Words can’t really explain it. It’s like all of my dreams were coming true.”

After some early jitters and control issues in his first inning, Murphy grinded out an extremely efficient and impressive performance—one that he dedicated to the re-

cently deceased family dog, Zelda, for whom Murphy etched out a letter ‘Z’ in the mound as tribute.

After 4.1 innings of work, Murphy’s manger came out to the mound to relieve the young pitcher of his duties for the day.

“Bob Melvin came out and says, ‘Hell of a job, Murph. Hell of a job,’” Murphy said. “He told me ‘You can’t make a first impression the second time you come up here— you did what you had to do.”

So what’s next for Sean Murphy? After his impressive debut, should we expect to see more from The River Ward’s Rocket in the majors?

“It’s completely out of my hands, if I could tell you I’d tell you right now,” Murphy said. “I can control what I can control and that is the effort I put forth and everything that comes with that— pushing myself on a daily basis and trying to get better in everything I do on and off the field. I just need to get better everyday

because being a major leaguer is being the best of the best.”

Regardless of how his career pans out long term, there is something to be said about a Fishtown kid out of a small Division-III college who strikes out Prince Fielder in the Majors.

“I’m here with a bunch of Division I players and top10 rounder’s, but I don’t let that get to me, I put the blinders on,” Murphy said.

“And I know that where I’m from. In the Fishtown area hard work pays off if you stay dedicated. There’s a certain pride that comes along from being from Fishtown and Philadelphia. I’ve always been competitive in what I do and have always had a sense of pride coming from where we come from. I don’t let things get to me, I’m not afraid to fail and I’m not afraid to try.”

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4 LB. BACON 2314 E. YORK STREET FURMANO’S PA DUTCH SODA KING SIZE BREAD............LOAF 2/ 4 SUPER LEAN VINE RIPE LEAN STROEHMANN $$ 99 $ 00 SUPER MARBLE, ONION AND SEEDED 3 99LB. GROUND BEEF BEEF ........................ $ 00 .28 OZ. CAN 2/ 2 GROUND TOMATOBIRCH ITEMS ...................... $3 99LB. ORANGE, BEER SIZE BREAD............LOAF 2/ 4 TOMATOES..................

1 LB. KING STROEHMANN $ 19 DAIRY Specials CRUSHEDALE TOMATOES, SAUCE, ANY 2STYLE GINGER .........................

LITER HATFIELD, D&W, LEIDY’S PEPSI - Come 24 0Z. and $ 99 visit us2/ on $ our 00 website: www.footdocchannell.com WHOLE WHEAT & DEW KIELBASA ....................................99 3$¢ LB. CUCUMBERS.............

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19 $$499 $ 59 $ 00 SHURFINE KING BREAD ..................

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SIZE BREAD............LOAF 2/$ 449 DETERGENT...............128 OZ. + VINE TAX CELERY.....................

1 1 LB. KING RIPE STROEHMANN PAPER TOWELS ....................

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LB. HERR’S VINE RIPENED HAMBURGER & 2/$$59900 SHURFINE $ 99 WHOLE WHEAT & 99 1 ¢¢ TOMATOES.................. $ CUCUMBERS.............

59 HOT DOG & HOT DOG ROLLS .....................

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FROZEN 2/ 4 SUNDAY $ 99 3-1/2 Lb. Boneless Pork Royale IMPORTED HAM................ 6 LB. • or Beef Roast (Eye or Sirloin Roast) $ 99 Lb. Boneless ELLIO’S 9 SLICE •• 33-1/2 Lb. Chipped SteakPork Royale X X LARGE LARGE EGGS..... DOZEN. 2/$300 D&W HONEY HAM............. 5 LB. April 13 - 2:00 PM $ 5900 • 3orLb. Boneless Chicken Breast $ 99 Beef Roast (Eye or Sirloin Roast) $ 3 DOZEN. 2/ EGGS...................... $ 99 3 • 2 Lb. Center Cut Pork Chops KELLER’S BUTTER.........

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OVEN ROASTED TURKEY...... 6 LB. •• 23 Lb. Lb. Ground ChippedSirloin Steak X LARGE KELLER’S $ 99 $ 00 00 Lb. Boneless Chicken Breast •• 23 Lb. Italian Sausage SHURFINE CRINKLEDOZEN. CUT2/$ $ 99 NY PROVOLONE............ 2 1/2 LB. •• 12 Lb. 3 EGGS......................

Leidy’s Bacon $ 5 99 65 LB. 2/ BUTTER.......................

SHURFINE Lb. Center Cut Pork Chops 2 LB. BAG 2 Adult • $7.00 Student/Child FRIES.........................

• Dox. Ex. Lg. Eggs TICKETS: $10.00 $ 59 HONEY BBQ & • 2 Lb. Ground Sirloin HANOVER $ 3259OZ. 3 • 2 Lb. Italian Sausage HANOVER FROZEN FRENCH FRIES............

KELLER’S 00 BUFFALO CHICKEN........ 3 1/2 LB. • 3 Lb. Sirloin Steaks VEGETABLES..

2/$$$4400 00 16 OZ. PKG. 2/ VEGETABLES...... $ 99 99 FROZEN Lb.Ground Leidy’s Beef Bacon• 3 Lb. Chip$65 • •31Lb. Steak LB. 2/ 5 BUTTER.......................

Lb. Eye Roast ELLIO’S 9 SLICE Ex. Lg. Eggs • 3 Lb. Pork Roast LUNCHMEAT SPECIALS •••33Dox. TYSON BONELESS Lb. Pork Chops $ $ 9999 PIZZA....................................

BUFFALO • 3 Lb. Country Ribs HANOVERWINGS... 16 OZ. BOX 23 • 3 Lb. Chicken Legs SHURFINE MRS. T’S VEGETABLES..2/$400 •• 33 Lb. Breast Lb. Chicken Sirloin Steaks FROZEN $$ 99 SATURDAY, • 3 Lb. Boneless Chicken Breast 16 OZ.32BOX PIEROGIES...............

OZ. 1 359APRIL 5 & APRIL 12 FRENCH FRIES............

Lb. Onions Ground Beef • 3 Lb. Chip Steak •• 23 Lb. $ Roast Lb. Carrots Eye Roast • 3 Lb. Pork •• 23 Lb. 9999 ELLIO’S 9Doors SLICE open 5:00 PM - Dinner Served 5:30 PM •• 23 Lb. Lb. Peppers Pork Chops PIZZA....................................$399 • 3 Lb. Country Ribs SUNDAY, APRIL 6 u • 3 Lb. Chicken Legs SHURFINE • 3 Lb. Chicken Breast Doors open 4:00 $ 99 u $ 59 PM - Dinner Served 4:30 PM • 3 Lb. Boneless Chicken Breast 32 OZ. 3 FRENCH FRIES............

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Miss Know It All’s Quizzo Challenge (Formerly Who Wants to Be A Trivia Champion)

Oh Baby!

by Lisa Shaat (a.k.a. Miss Know-It-All)

has fathered nineteen babies. What does he do to support such a large family ?

A. he’s a doctor B. he’s a realtor C. he’s an airline pilot D. he’s a college professor

1. “Nobody puts Baby in the cor ner!” Is a quote from what famous dance movie?

A. Footloose B. Fame 11.Diane Keaton C. Dirty Dancing played the lead in the D. Flash Dance film “Baby Boom”, but back in her early 2. Who recorded a duet career, she had a part with Billy Joel called in what iconic movie?

“Baby Grand” in 1987? A. Saturday Night Fever A. Miles Davis

B. Frank Sinatra New C. Ray Charles Fundraising D. Stevie Wonder 3. A weird new trend has mommy’s bronzing their baby’s what and wearing it as jewelry?

A. foreskin B. teeth C. umbilical cord stump D. first bowel movement

4. What are baby clams called?

A. clamettes

B. hatchlings C. larva D. escargo 5. Who was “Babyface Nelson”?

A. A WWF wrestler B. the surgeon who performed the first face lift C. a pro golfer D. a bank robber

Committee Forming Now for Palmer Cemetery in Fishtown

A new fundraising committee is now forming to support Palmer Cemetery, in Fishtown. I am helping to start this with the help of my sister Nancy PrestonBartelle.

To give you just a little background on this historic landmark, besides the fact that my mother, Aileen Preston, is buried here.

Palmer Cemetery is one of a handful of historical public cemeteries in the country. It has graves dating back to the Revolutionary War and depends totally on corporate and private donations.

I will keep you updated on upcoming events. Thank you in advance for your support.

Joe Preston

6. True or False? Vanilla Ice’s song “Ice, Ice, Baby” was the first For More hip hop song to top the Information Call Billboard charts.

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or 7.Which Motown John Lonergan group recorded the hit 215-426-9348 song “Baby Love” back Palmer Cemetery loin 1964? cated in Fishtown is A. The Shangra-La’s recognized as a PhilB. Diana Ross and the adelphia Historical Supremes Commission LandC. Ronnie and the mark. The cemetery Ronettes has been in existence D. Martha and the Vansince the early 18th dellas century, and is one of

the oldest active burial 8. How many babies grounds in the United has Octomom Nadia States.

Suliman ever given birth to?

A. 8 B. 12 C.10 D. 14 9. A few months back, a Tennessee judge ordered that a woman could NOT name her baby what?

A.Hitler B. Sexy C.Messiah D. Another

10. Jim Bob Dugger of the reality show “19 Kids and Counting”

B. The Stepford Wives C. The Godfather D. Goodfellows 12. With the aid of a facebook campaign, a woman recently found her birth mother after being abandoned as a baby 27 years ago at what Pennsylvania fast food restaurant?

A. Wendy’s B. McDonalds C. Dairy Queen D. Burger King Want a daily fix of trivia? Just go like my NEW facebook page at http://www.missknowitalls quizzo.com/ and get a fresh new trivia question every day! Feel free to send me your topic ideas, how you scored, feedback, or book me for your next quizzo party!

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Sleeves Up, Brooms Down on April 5th at Your Neighborhood Spring Clean Up 2014 Philadelphia Spring Cleanup!

Front Street Cleanup - April 5 What better way to forget the meaning of a “polar vortex”

We need help keep Clean HelpVolunteers Clean andto Reclaim thisPhiladelphia Area than to get our neighborhood ready for the warmth of This Join with friends and neighbors to make Front Street spring. Spring Clean Up starts at 10am and lasts till 12 noon. is the official kickoff to Philadelphia's cleaning cleaner and are safer ontoPhilly Spring Cleanup Day Get ready with your neighbors and bring your family to the season, and residents encouraged come out and help rid Philadelphia of litter. In 2013, more than 13,000 2014! The cleanup will take place on Front Street, nearest check-in spot listed below: volunteers helped collect 1,014,540 pounds of trash and between Poplar and Laurel Streets.

It’s just a few blocks, • Fishtown Rec Center, 1202 E. Montgomery Ave. (Fishtown 23,341 pounds of recycling across the city, making it the biggest event to date! but there’s lots of work to be done! Sat., Apr. 5 - 9AMNeighbors Association) Now is a great timeStreet, for you to getbetween involved and do your 2PM,Front Poplar & Laurel. RSVP: • Community Women’s Education Project, Frankford & part to help make Philadelphia's street cleaner and Jaclyn Newall, Jaclyn215@gmail.com safer. Cleanup stations are located throughout the City, volunteers are needed and honor each and every of and This event is in ofoneAmber Long, tragically Somerset (Somerset Neighbors for Better Living) them. And remember, this is just the beginning of our killed on Front St. earlier this year. Amber’s work as • Emerald St Park, Emerald Street and Dauphin Street (East cleaning season… an architect helped to develop Front Street and make Kensington Neighbors Association) Let’s keep up the sweep up all year long! our neighborhood more vibrant. It’s an opportunity • Cione Playground, Lehigh Avenue and Aramingo Avenue (Olde Richmond Neighbors Association) toSaturday, continue to5thbuild April 2014 our community and bring light to this part of Northern Liberties. If you can’t make Supplies will also be available at 2300 E. Clearfield St. 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM it to the event, you can still make a difference. Donate (corner of Tulip & Clearfield Sts.) for residents of 3000- 3100 Supplies Provided toCleaning the Amber Long Scholarship Fund at Philadelphia Cedar to Janney St. & 2200-2400 Ann, East Clearfield St. University: www.AmberJLong.com/Scholarship-Fund. & Allegheny Ave. Meeting locations for this cleanup are as follows: html.

This scholarship will be available for a student who Celebrate with a post Clean Up BBQ for volunteers only RCA – Corner Richmond & Tioga enrolls in ofthe Architecture program with a passion for at noon. Contact Heather for info at hmccool@nkcdc.org K&A – Corner of Kensington & Allegheny PRIDE – Corner ofDesign. We Tulip & Ontario Sustainable hope to see you on April 5th!• or 215-427-0650 x 103.• REGIONAL PARTICIPATION IS SPONSORED BY THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS To volunteer, contact Bow Lewis PRIDE District Manager 215-948-9285 or Pride.philly@yahoo.com

7th Annual Philly Spring Cleanup

Sat., Apr. 5 from 9AM to 2PM

This is the official kickoff to Philadelphia’s cleaning season, and residents are encouraged to come out and help rid Philadelphia of litter. In 2013, more than 13,000 volunteers helped collect 1,014,540 pounds of trash and 23,341 pounds of recycling across the city, making it the biggest event to date!

You can still sign up to volunteer for an event until April 4, 2014. Volunteer at PhillySpringCleanup.com or contact Bow Lewis, PRIDE District Mgr at 215-9489285 or Pride.philly@yahoo.com.

MEETING LOCATIONS FOR THIS CLEANUP ARE AS FOLLOWS: RCA - Corner of Richmond & Tioga, K&A - Corner of Kensington & Allegheny, PRIDE - Corner of Tulip & Ontario

Happy 40th Anniversary

Dorothy and Ralph

Happy 40th Wedding Anniversary to our parents, Dorothy and Ralph Wagner.

Your love for each other is truly inspiring. We love you so much and we wish you many more wonderful years together.

Love, Nancy, Colleen, Ralph, Michael and Daniel in heaven.

by Sue Senn

Introducing the extremely smar t and photogenic Fiona!

Our sweet Fiona is a special girl looking for a family to love till the end.

Fiona is an adult, medium sized, 54 pound Terrier mix who was picked up off the streets. What makes Fiona so special is her calm demeanor. She likes to just be chill and sit by her volunteer friends. Fiona is super sweet and she was even gentle with a little boy who had walked up to her to say hello. Fiona walks

well on the leash, and she is polite and careful while accepting treats from your hand. Fiona would love a nice and quiet adoptive or foster home to lay and rest her head. Stop into the shelter today with your whole family and meet the one and only Fiona!

If you have dogs of your own, you’ll need to bring at least one in to meet any potential dogs and make sure there is no major personality clash. Please also bring proof that you are allowed dogs/cats at your home if you rent.

FIona is located at ACCT -- 111 W. Hunting Park Ave, Phila., PA 19140, 267-385-3800 (ask for the Lifesaving Department!)

More about Fiona: Pet ID: A22304090 Colors: Brindle with White • Coat length: Short.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT FIONA, EMAIL ACCTPETFINDER@GMAIL. COM or ADOPT@ ACCTPHILLY.ORG.•

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• CLASSIFIED DEADLINES •

DISPLAY AD –– FRIDAY - 5PM • LINE ADS –– MONDAY - 12 NOON

PLUMBING

Gene Rahill

WALLCOVERINGS EXPERTLY INSTALLED PAINTING • SCRAPING Crown Molding Installed

215-880-7645 CLEANING

PRAYERS

Thank you St. Jude for favors received through your intercession to the Holy Trinity. ~Anonymous

CEMETERY PLOTS FOR SALE 2 dbl. plots, side by side. $1000 per pair.

Greenmount Cemetery. Call 267-6011497.

HELP WANTED

PAPERHANGER PAINTING

Honest and responsible person for cleaning for over 15 years. Experience and excellent references.

Call Sandy. 215425-0164.

ELECTRICIANS

CEMENT WORK

Male/Female. Sewing Machine exp. req’d.

Flexible schedule.

American Hat Factory in Bridesburg.

Call 267-345-1141 or email amhat2251@ gmail.com

REAL ESTATE SALES:

at

FLEA MARKET SPACE

Indoor Flea Market Space available. 2143 N. Front St. Call Edmund Colwell at 267-258-7980 or stop in after 12.

APPLIANCE REPAIR

23xx Mercer St. 2BR, shell condition.

As is. Best offer. 215423-1077.

ALL MAKES AND MODELS

• Washers •Dryers • Stoves • Refrigerators 24-Hr. Emergency Service $ 1000 Charge For Estimate No Charge With Repair

JUNK CARS WANTED

WE BUY CARS & TRUCKS

300 - $3000 CASH PAID ANY YEAR• ANY CONDITION $

ROOMS FOR RENT Licensed & Insured • Lic. # PAO40852/16493

FIND IT IN THE SPIRIT 215-588-1671 NEWSPAPER

Kensington and Port Richmond - fully furnished, safe, utilities included. $300/mo.

Call 267-475-3929.

30xx Frankford Ave., furn., lg. priv. cooking. $475/mo. 215941-3000.

Helper Wanted to install canvas awnings. License required, clean driving record. Apply in person. 3029 Ruth St., Phila., PA 19134.

215-423-1213.

ACCU STAFFING SERVICE Production/Warehouse -1st & 2nd shifts. Great jobs for all and those who are bilingualSpanish. Interviewing now to fill job openings. Must have good work history; pre-screening req’d and 2 forms of ID. PLEASE CALL 215-423-2955 ext. 113 Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

FREE TOWING SAME DAY SERVICE

267-800-3227 EQUAL HOUSING

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

B&A FOSTER PARENTS APPLIANCES Good REPAIRS loving

homes needed for children of all ages.

PLEASE CALL 215-203-8733 or 1-877-nfi4kid or visit online @ www.nfi4kids.org

ROOFING

new or experienced; excellent training program; private office.

Call Mike Dunphy 215-840-8399

FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED

Drivers: DEDICATED. REGIONAL. HOME WEEKLY/BI-WEEKLY GUARANTEED. Startup to $.44 cpm. Great Benefits + Bonuses. 90% No Touch Freight/70% Drop & Hook. 877-704-3773

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings are available on an equal opportunity basis. Fair Housing Council of Suburban Philadelphia, 866-540-FAIR (3247).

ROOMS FOR RENT Rooms for Rent. Kensington and Fishtown.

Fully furnished, safe and clean. $250 and $350. Call 215-2002960

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

FISHTOWN 2 bdrm home $1500/month 215-425-3086

PORT RICHMOND 2 & 3 bdrm homes $900 & $1100/month.

215-425-3086

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APARTMENT FOR RENT 1900 Blk. E. Ontario St. - 1BR, 2nd floor.

Credit check. Call 856-305-1556.

Apartment for Rent Port Richmond. 30xx Cedar St. 1BR, first floor, no steps. $775/ mo.. + util. 215-4253086.

2 APARTMENTS FOR RENT FISHTOWN Thompson and Susquehanna 1- 2BR, 1st floor, private entrance, small yard. $1100 month.

1- 2BR, 2nd floor. $1000 month.

Call Doreen 267-784-5455

32XX Frankford Ave. - Efficiency apt. - Freshly painted, immed. poss., $550 + electric. 215-8408399 PUBLIC NOTICES

Notice of Report Submittal: Notice is hereby given that New Kensington Community Development Corporation, (Owner/ Remediator) has submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection an Act 2 Final Report and a Baseline Environmental Report for a site located on 427-447 Moyer Street, Ward 18, Philadelphia County, PA. The Final Report and the Baseline Environmental Report indicates that the remediation performed has attained compliance with the site-specific cleanup standard and special industrial area standard, respectively.

This notice is made under the provision of the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, the act of May 19, 1995; Act No. 1995-2 (“Act 2”).

Notice of Intent to Remediate to an Environmental Standard: Pursuant to the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, the act of May 19, 1995, P.L. 4, No. 1995-2., notice is hereby given that Skinning Homes, LP, (Owner/Remediator) has submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection a Notice of Intent to Remediate (NIR) a site located at 17321742 N. Howard Street, Philadelphia (the site). The Remediator has indicated that the proposed remediation measures will result in the attainment of the Site Specific Standards for lead, volatile and semivolatile organic constituents in soil. The planned future use of the site is a mixed use of residential and nonresidential.

The Act provides for a 30-day public comment period for a Site-Specific Standard remediation.

The 30-day comment period is hereby initiated with the publication of this notice. Until May 1, 2014, the City of Philadelphia may submit a request to the Remediator to be involved in the development of the remediation and reuse plans for the site. The City of Philadelphia may also submit a request to the Remediator during this 30-day comment period to develop and implement a public involvement plan. Copies of these requests and of any comments should also be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Southeast Regional Office, Environmental Cleanup and Brownfields Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, Attention: Mr. Steven Sinding.

FLEA MARKET Konrad Square Flea Market The Friends of Konrad Square will host a Flea Market on Sat., Apr. 5 and Apr. 19. Also on Sat., May 3 and May 17. at Konrad Square, Tulip and Dauphin Sts., from 8AM to 3PM. Anyone interested in renting a space should call Vicky at 215-426-9654.

Phila Flea Market Phila Flea Markets announces their 2014 Outdoor Vintage Flea Market schedule. The first market is

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transform that space into an attractive and beneficial addition to what is already a great area to live.”

Mendez continued, “The future for Port Richmond is bright, and we believe that the Belgrade Apartments will be a positive addition to that future.“ Angel Mendez believes in the Riverward neighborhoods. He has a vested interest not only as a businessman, but as a lifelong resident and family man. You can view the plans and specifications for the Belgrade Apartments on TMC’s website: www. themendezcorp.com.

Copies of the zoning application and any related information can be obtained from: Paul J. Toner, Esquire Orphanides & Toner, LLP Two Penn Center, Suite 400 1500 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19102 Telephone: (267) 236-7500 Email: ptoner@otllp.com•

Join us on Sat., April 26th 7th Annual Lehigh Avenue Arts Festival

Pilsudski Fraternal Association Hall.

The Property is a 29,632 square foot, RSA-5 zoned property with The Lehigh Avenue Arts Festival approximately 16,000 square feet of (LAAF) is Portside Arts Center’s floor area. New Development Vistas biggest outdoor annual community plans to transform the property arts event featuring; local, talented into eighteen quality residential artist & crafts vendors, popular food apartments. trucks, live music, antique car show, The company was started by Angel kids crafts, interactive art projects, Mendez and his partner David raffles, 50/50’s, moon bounce and Copeland, who have over 70 years this year The Philly Puff; an inflatable experience in the building trades sculpture contest. This festival was between them. Mendez is also the previously held in September. Like us Vice President of The Mendez on facebook. • Corporation (TMC), which he coowns and operates with his daughter Ashley. TMC offers their services Free Refrigerator Swaps at within the area of commercial and NKCDC Through April 30 residential construction. Some of See if you qualify for a free refrigerator their recent projects include The swap to lower your energy costs! Apply Las Terrazas at Norris Square and with NKCDC by scheduling an appointment at our office at 2515 Frankford Starlight Starbright Play & Learn Ave, call 215-427-0350. Your refrigeraDaycare in Fishtown.

Save the Date! tor must be over ten years old, and you A n g e l i s a t r u e R i ve r w a rd 2nd Annual Blight must meet the income eligibility (150% neighborhood guy. He has lived Busters Ball, an of the poverty level or $17,235 for 1 in Fishtown with his family for person household; $23,265 for 2 people; NKCDC the past 34 years. He is a member and $6,030 for each additional person). of the Fishtown Area Business Board Fundraiser Supplies last though Apr. 30 so act soon Association (FABA), and has over to get a new energy efficient fridge today!

On Thurs., Apr. 3, NKCDC will cel30 years of construction experience in Philadelphia. Speaking on his ebrate with the second annual BLIGHT Elm Tree Post 88 experience, Mendez said, “Both BUSTERS BALL at Frankford Hall Flapjack Fundraiser from 6-8PM. The Board of Directors myself and Mr. Copeland have You’re invited to an Applebee’s® Flapcompleted over $50,000,000.00 of together with business owner s, jack Fundraiser Breakfast to supdevelopers, political leaders and construction over the last 20 years port American Legion Elm Tree Post ranging from $100,000,00 projects local residents will gather at this new 88 $7.50 per person; $4.50 for kids neighborhood landmark to toast the to $4,000,000.00 projects.” under 10. Sat., May 3, 8-10AM As part of the Belgrade Apartments efforts of NKCDC and raise funds for at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & project, NDV plans to erect a three- the organization that has seen its budget Bar, 2501 Aramingo Ave. For more instory addition for a stair and elevator shrink in light of recent government formation: Tickets may be purchased by tower with an additional stair flight belt-tightening. As part of our contin- calling Tom Callen @ 215-425-5356 or for access to and from a proposed ued focus on housing development, Marge Wible @ 215-426-6435. roof deck. The property will be we will honor Deborah McColloch of Trenton Ave Arts Fest surrounded by a six-foot high fence, the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Coming May 17 and will also include additional Housing and Community Development parking for automobiles and bicycles (OHCD). Ms. McColloch is a lifelong The annual Trenton Ave Arts Fest for use of the multi-family dwelling advocate for affordable housing through (TAAF) will be held this year on Sat., community development corporations May 17 from noon-6PM. Volunteers are units.

A l l Re g i s t e re d C o m mu n i t y –like NKCDC–and the construction of needed to help with social media, vendor Organizations that have geographic new affordable housing–transforming registration, door knocking, sponsorship, boundaries containing the project neighborhoods in some of the most kids entertainment, and day-of support. property and all community blighted areas of Philadelphia. Ad- Email eknaartsfest@gmail.com to let us members are encouraged and ditionally, we will collectively honor know how you would like to help! welcome to attend Thursday night’s the Greensgrow Farmers, whose endurLadies of Port Richmond ingFreight success fostering wholesale urbanDriver/Dock meeting. When asked about theYRC is hiringaCombination workers inWalk Breast Cancer farm has ripened our neighborhood appeal of the Belgrade Apartments,Lansdale, PA. Great pay and benefits.

CDL-A w/XT or HTN with community programming and 10th Annual Ladies of Port Richmond Angel responded, “We are takingendorsements req. Must be 21 YOA w/truck exp.toAnd Breastdriving Cancer Walk be held Sun., May an empty building and lot and will educational outreach.• 18 at 10AM, rain or shine. able to lift 65 lbs. EOE-M/F/D/V. Apply online: www.yrc- Monkiewicz Recreation Center. Registration $30; day freight.com/careers. this Sat. Apr. 5 from 8AM-5PM of walk: $35. Pre-registration by Apr. 26.

Shirt pick-up at Monkiewicz Recreation at 1400 Callowhill St., the lot Center on May 10 from 9AM-12 noon. at Broad and Callowhill, across For information call Mary Lou at 215from Historic Inquirer Building, 427-3222.

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Ladies of Port Richmond Flea Market The LOPR Breast Cancer will be holding a Flea Market Fundraiser on Sat., Apr. 12 from 8:30AM2PM. $15 per space. Campbell Square, Belgrade and Allegheny.

For information contact Maureen at 215-425-3834. All proceeds to benefit Breast Cancer Research.

Glavin Playground Flea Market Flea Market at Frank Glavin Playground (Almond & Westmoreland) on Sat., Apr. 12 from 9AM to 2PM. $10 per table.

First come first serve basis. No food vendors. Any questions call 215-685-9898.

In Loving Memory of

Edward Joseph Flynn 11/12/41 – 3/10/14

Fishtown lost another cool kid, Edward Joseph Flynn, born Nov. 12, 1941 at 1230 Day Street. Edward passed ADVERTISE away on March 10, 2014. Kids are THE kids all over the world. AllIN they want SPIRIT is food and a friend. Duker Flynn, as he was called, had many friends. He NEWSPAPER was my big brother, who hung out at Hetzell’s Playground. Hetzell’s held contests for all kinds of games. I was told Duker Flynn was good at most games. If there was a contest, Duker was in it. He could jump rope, play jacks and skate better than most girls.

He was good at the yoyo too. He was Hetzell’s Champion. He won the contest and then went on to appear on T.V. with Happy the Clown and other yoyo champions. He will always be a champion to me.

Patty (Flynn) Boesz

TRIVIA ANSWERS: Part One: 5 points each 1. C Dirty Dancing 2. C. Ray Charles 3. B. teeth 4. C. larva Part Two: 10 points each 5. D. a bank robber 6. A. true 7. B. Diana Ross and the Supremes 8. D. 14 Part Three: 15 points each 9. C. Messiah 10. B. he’s a realtor 11. C. The Godfather 12. B. Burger King Scoring Under 50: Trivia Amateur 50-85: Trivia Buff 90-115: Trivia Whiz 120: TRIVIA CHAMPION! Want a daily fix of trivia? Just go to my new website www.missknowitallsquizzo.com and hit “like”and get a fresh new trivia question every day! Feel free to send me your topic ideas, how you scored, feedback, or book me for your next quizzo party!

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by calling JEVS at 215-5605465 x268. Career Solutions for 55+, operated by JEVS Human Services and funded by Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA), provides services at no cost to adults over age 55 who were laid off, need full-time or part-time work, or want to change or advance their careers. Services provided are one-on-one career consulting, job search assistance, access to online job leads, referrals to openings with JEVS’s employer partners, and detailed job readiness workshops on résumé writing and interviewing skills.

Our Lady of Port Richmond Annual Family Auction The auction will be held Fri., Apr. 11 from 9AM until 7:30PM. Food will be available for purchase starting at 5PM, and drawings for baskets will start at 7:30PM sharp. Tickets are 25 for $5 and can be purchased at the Auction or in advance through an OLPR student. The auction is located in the lower hall and everyone is invited to enter through the Edgemont Street school yard.

Give Kids Sight Day On Sat., Apr. 12, all children, 18 and under can receive free eye exams, and if needed, 2 free pairs of eyeglasses at “Give Kids Sight Day.” The one day event will take place from 8:30AM – 2PM. Parents should register their child by going to the Hamilton building at Thomas Jefferson University located at 1001 Locust Street on the day of the event. Parents who do not have insurance or are under-insured are encouraged to attend. For more info please visit www. pccy.org/sightday.

3rd Annual Fishtown 5k - St. LauRUNtius & Finish Line Block Party Join the St. Laurentius community for a race through the streets of Fishtown beginning and ending at the school on Sat., Apr. 12 at 10AM. Challenge yourself on this fun, fast course and stick around for the Finish Line Block party with music, food and drinks. Register for the race at the Run the Day Website. https://www.runtheday.com/registration/ select_race_type/22873.

Support Your Local Polish Police Assn.

The Polish Polish Assn. needs your help to continue their good will: distribution of food baskets to the needy, scholarship awards for college, banquet dinners to help raise funds. This is a non-profit organization.

Contributions are needed for Chinese Auction being held on Sat., Apr. 12, 1PM4PM at Disston Recreation Center, inside 4500 Disston St. at Glenloch St.: 1-2PM for buyers, 2-4PM Auction.

All new or almost new items.

Over 110 jewelry items, handbags, cheer baskets, Easter baskets, door prizes and more. Your donations will be listed in the souvenir program book distributed at our annual dinner at King’s Caterers on Sat., May 10.

We appreciate your help.

Any questions please call Barbara at 215-331-3888.

ensure that all funds raised from these events will be used to make any necessary repairs, continued maintenance, and upgrading to the buildings of St Anne’s.

Penn Treaty Park Easter Egg Hunt Join the Friends of Penn Treaty Park for our annual Spring tradition. Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Sat., Building Kinetic Apr. 12 at 10AM. Kids of Sculptures Everyone at NKCDC is all ages are welcome. Prizes, getting ready for the 8th candy and fun for all. As Annual Kensington Kinet- with all of our events, paric Sculpture Derby (Sat., ticipation in the hunt is free.

May 17). NKCDC is trying However, some activities to make this year’s Der- like face painting may reby the best one yet, with quire a small charge. Event more sculptures than ever will take place in beautiful, before! There will be up- historic Penn Treaty Park, coming workshops to help Delaware and Columbia build momentum and get Aves. Don’t forget to bring a more first-timers to join. basket or bag for your eggs.

• Course Name: How to www.penntreatypark.org.

Build a Kinetic Sculpture 2 at Frank’s Kitchens, 2754 Easter Egg Hunt at Frankford Ave. on Sat., Powers Park Apr. 12 from 1-2PM. Join It’s that time again to chase John of Frank’s Kitchens the eggs! I wonder what’s for an informative look at inside? Come out to supdesigning a kinetic sculp- port your park! Powers ture from one of Philadel- Park - Ann & Almond (Bephia’s originators of this hind Richmond Library) art form! This class will Apr. 12, 2-3PM. Ages 6 cover basics including how and under. Sign-ups are to assemble a frame from limited. Please register torn apart bicycle frames, your little egg hunter either wheel considerations, durability considerations, by emailing The Friends steering systems, and more. Of Powers Park (friendsofPart 2 of a 2 part course. powerspark@gmail.com) You may attend even if you or in person with Jerry at didn’t attend part 1. Fee: $5 The Richmond Library (but no one will be turned (215) 685-9992. There will away). RSVP on Facebook. be games, food, and most • Course Name: How to importantly the Easter Make Great Costumes and Bunny himself !

Art for KKSD at The Resource Exchange (1701 N. Free First Time Second St.) on Sat., Apr. Homebuyer Seminar 12 from 3-5PM. Join past FREE First-time homewinners of the Best Cos- buyer seminar at Beneficial tume and Best Art Awards, Bank, Aramingo Avenue as well as other folks with branch. 2514 Aramingo awesome costume mak- Ave. on Wed., Apr. 16 at ing experience for a free 6:30-8:30PM. Pre-regispanel discussion where you tration is required. Seating can ask questions and dis- is very limited. Please call cuss ideas for concepts for Maria Aquilar at 215-425costumes with the pros for 5640 to reserve your seat. free. Refreshments will be Light refreshments will be provided by Philadelphia served. A Free Credit ReBrewing Co and Com- port and prequalification monwealth Cider! FREE! will be available to all parRSVP on NKCDC Face- ticipants. book. Visit their website at Glavin Easter www.NKCDC.org.

Egg Hunt Easter Egg Hunt at Frank Golf Benefit for Glavin Playg round on St. Anne’s Parish Golf Benefit is run by St Thurs., Apr. 17 from 12Anne’s Reunion Committee 2PM. Ages 2-7. Cost is Free.

(SARC) and is to be held at: Must pre-register with office Juniata Golf Course, 1391 staff in order to particiE Cayuga St. on Sat., Apr. pate. First 100 kids only. We 12. Registration begins at will not be taking pictures 12:30PM; Shotgun start at this year. However you can 1PM. $80/person ($320 / bring your camera to take four players) includes all day pictures. Refreshments will lunch, beverages, awards be available at a nominal & dinner. $100 - Hole fee. Call 215-685-9898 or Sponsor; $300 - Luncheon stop in the office to register.

Sponsor.Make checks payable to: St Anne’s Reunion Come join the Committee. Respond to: Richmond Book Club!

St. Anne’s Rectory 2328 The next meeting of the E Lehigh Ave., 215- 739- Richmond Book Club meet4590 or fax to: 215-739- ing is on Thurs., Apr. 17 to 0983. Any questions, call discuss Home by Marilynne members of SARC: Meg Robinson; copies available Graham 267-255-7711 or at the branch. On May 15 Theresa Stahl 215-425- the title is the Pulitzer prize 3219. St Anne’s Reunion winning Confederacy of committee is dedicated to Dunces by John Kennedy helping make certain that Toole. Monthly meetings the friends and parishioners are every third Thursday at we have met throughout our 6:15 pm at the Richmond lives can still continue to Library. Bring suggestions stay connected. SARC will for our next book. The

Richmond library is located at 2987 Almond St. Call 215 685-9992 for more information.

Elm Tree Post No. 88 Annual Good Friday Fish Fry Fri., Apr. 18 from 3-7PM at 1414 E. Palmer St. Eatin or Take-Out. Serving Flounder Platters, Fish Cake Platters, Combo (Flounder and Fish Cake) Platters, Fish Cake Sandwiches. Choice of sides include: Macaroni & Cheese, Stewed Tomatoes, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, or Cole Slaw. Assorted Desserts and Beverage.

Place orders upon arrival.

Portside’s Winter and Spring Day Camps Portside Arts Center is offering several day camps on days when schools areclosed. Go to work confident that your little one is having a great time making art, playing games and making friends. Camps run from 8AM-5PM. For ages 5-10 for just $36. Space is still available. Apr. 18 Good Friday; May 20 - schools closed. For additional information and registration, visit our website: http://www. portsideartscenter.org/.

Easter Hat and Tie Contest and Candy Scramble at Bridesburg Rec Center Bridesburg Rec Center will hold a Easter Hat and Tie Contest and Candy Scramble on Sat., Apr. 19 at 2PM sharp. Easter Bunny will be available at 1:30PM. Bring your camera. Boy s and

girls, ages 10 and under.

Trophies, candy, chances.

4625 Richmond St., 215685-1247.

Bethesda Easter Egg and Candy Sale at Bethesda Church Bethesda United Methodist Church, 2820 E. Venango St., will hold an Easter Egg and Homemade Candy Sale on Sat., Apr. 12 and Sat., Apr. 19 from 10AM – 3PM. Butter Cream, Peanut Butter, Coconut, Chocolate Eggs. Also available are taffys and other homemade candy.

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Registration for Cione Tot Program Registration for 2014-2015, school year will be held on Wed., Apr. 23 at Cione Playground, Aramingo and Lehigh Aves. from 7-8PM. Children must be 3-1/2 years of age by September to begin the program.

Morning classes only. A $15 non-refundable registration fee is due at the time of registration. The Tot Program offers a wide variety of subjects, and or weekly school fee includes the price of the many trips we take throughout the school year. For more information, call Cione Tot Program at 215-685-9950.

Mother of Divine Grace Parish Designer Bag Bingo Coach ~ Kate Spade ~ Michael Kors. Sat., Apr. 26, Mother of Divine Grace Church Hall. Doors open at 6PM ~ Bingo starts at 7PM. Tickets: $30. Door Prizes ~ Raffles ~ BYO Snacks & Drinks. Extra boards and bingo markers will be available for sale. To purchase tickets please contact Frank Valentino @ 267-408-4926; Anthony Valentino @ 215813-0129. Thank you for your support of Mother of Divine Grace Parish.

7th Annual Lehigh Avenue Arts Festival will Feature Philly Puff!

The “Philly Puff ” is Philly’s first annual inflatable sculpture contest. The sculptures will converge to inflate on Sat., Apr. 26 from 2-4PM during the 7th Annual Lehigh Avenue Arts Festival.

There will be guest judges from around Philadelphia including Aaron Billheimer, Manager of Technology & Visual Media from the Fabric Workshop & Museum and the Philadelphia Sculpture Gym. www.phillypuff. org.

2nd Annual Cow Chip Bingo U10 Fishtown BELLS & HOTSPURS 2nd Annual will hold their 2nd Annual Cow Chip Bingo on Sat., Apr. 26 from 2-6PM. (Raindate Sun., Apr. 27) at

the Ukranian Club, 847 N. Franklin St. There will be a moonbounce for the kids, grilled food, cold beer, DJ Edgie Lesinski and lots of fun! Tickets are $20 and will give you a chance to win the Grand Prize of $10,000!!!

Please see any player for tickets or call Pat Cain Jr. 215-806-2540, Bobby Mulvenna 215-554-7198, TJ Farrell 267-496-9068 or Mike Galdo 267-205-0721. Come out and enjoy a day of fun for the whole family!!!

Coach Bag Bingo Coach Bag Bingo on Sun., Apr. 27 from 1-5PM at Cannstatter Volksfest – Verein, 9130 Academy Rd. $40 - Includes: 10 Games of BINGO, BINGO Dauber, 5 Chinese Auction Tickets, Entry for Doorprizes, Roast Beef, Baked Ziti, Cake, Draft Domestic Beer, Soda. Tickets available by calling Karen at 215-275-4546. Proceeds Benefit: Student Tuition for “People To People” Summer Educational Tour Program.

Questions About Total Joint Replacement?

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Scheduled to have a Total Joint Replacement? You and your family are invited to learn more about Total Joint Replacement at Nazareth Hospital. The classes will be held on the following: Monday Morning Classes Begin at 11:30AM: Apr. 28 (A), May 19 (A), June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15 (A), Oct. 20, Nov. 24 (A), Dec. 15 (A). Wednesday Evening Classes Begin at 6PM: Apr. 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, Aug. 6, Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3. Classes at Nazareth Hospital, located at 2701 Holme Avenue in Philadelphia, in Marian Conference Rooms A and B. To reserve your seat, call 215-335-6313. You will be asked for your name, telephone number, number of people attending, date of your surgery and the name of your surgeon.•

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