Updated Feb 6th

Feb. 6-           State Rep. John Sabatina, Jr. announces reelection campaign at 7718 Castor Ave., 2^nd fl., 6-8 p.m. For info (267) 281-4254.

Feb. 7-8         Democratic State Committee Endorsement Mtg. at Hershey Hotel, Hershey, Pa.

Feb. 8-           David Henderson launches campaign for State Representative at Cornerstone Inn, 6080 Ridge Ave., 6-9 p.m.

Feb. 12-         Germantown Republican Cl. hosts Lincoln Day Dinner at Union League, 140 S. Broad St., cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 7:30 p.m. Subscription $65. Reduced-rate parking at Midtown Parking Garage.

Feb. 13-         Gov. Tom Corbett receives Spirit Of The Port Award at Sheet Metal Workers’ Union Ha. Cocktail reception 11 a.m., luncheon 12 m.

Feb. 13-         Bill Pounds, GOP candidate for 194^th, fundraiser JD McGillicuddy’s, Leverington & Ridge Aves., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Feb. 14-         “Let’s Dance Night Away With John Taylor” at Upstairs at Romano’s, 1523 E. Wingohocking Ave., 8 p.m.-12 a.m. $50. Dancing, food, open bar. RSVP (215) 545-2244.

Feb. 18-         Anyone interested in “How To Run For Committeeperson” in this primary is invited to attend a seminar with speakers City Commissioner Stephanie Singer and her Deputy Tracey Gordon at 1606 Walnut St., 5:30-7 p.m.

Feb. 18-         Jared Solomon, Democrat for State Rep in 202^nd Dist., hosts free community dinner at Nick’s Roast Beef, 2212 Cottman Ave., 6:30 p.m. RSVP Sam@jaredsolomon.com or (215) 630-4318.

Feb. 19-         Commissioner Tim O’Brien hosts Dinner for State Rep. John Taylor at Ocean Prime Restaurant, 1500 Sansom St. Tickets $500. Sold out.

Feb. 19-         Fundraiser for Beverly Plosa-Bowser for Congress at United Republican Club, Frankford & Allegheny Aves., $25.

Feb. 20-         AFSCME DC 47 hosts Next Wave candidates meet & greet at St. Stephen’s Green, 1701 Green St., 5:30-8 p.m. Available parking appetizer and drink specials.

Feb. 20-         Councilman Mark Squilla is hosted Fundraiser by members of LGBT community.

Feb. 21-         Shrimp-A-Palooza, 7 to 11 pm at Harmonia Club, Orthodox and Aramingo Avenue.

Feb. 22-         State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown hosts Announcement Breakfast at Park Avenue, 4942 Parkside Ave., 9:30 a.m., announcement 10 a.m. Gubernatorial candidates and elected officials. For info (267) 601-1528.

Feb. 26-         Fundraiser to benefit St. Patrick’s Day Parade at FOP Lodge 5 Ballrm., 11630 Caroline Rd., 3-7 p.m. Adults $30, children $15. Entertainment, beer, wine, soda and buffet. For info Mary Frances Fogg (267) 228-0418, Joe Fox (215)429-0193, Kathy Fanning (267) 237-2953.

Feb. 27-         Ctr. For Families & Relationships hosts Casino Night honoring Councilman Bobby Henon at Tendenza, 969 N. 2^nd Str., 6 p.m. Silent auction, extensive buffet, open bar. Tickets $150. For info (215) 537-5367 or jurban@cfarcounseling.org.

Feb. 28-         Custodes Pace Lodge 2085 of Sons & Daughters of Italy holds Scholarship Fundraiser at FOP Ha., 11630 Caroline Rd., starting 7 p.m. Grease Band performing. Buffet, beer and wine. Tickets $60 in advance, $65 at door. For info Joe Mer (215) 275-4595.

Mar. 14-        57^th Ward Democrats host St. Patrick’s Day Beef & Beer, at Paddy Whacks Pub, 9241 Roosevelt Blvd., Welsh Rd., 7-11 p.m. $35. For info: 267-l773-3251.

Mar. 20-        March Madness with State Rep. John Taylor at FOP Ha., 11630 Caroline Rd., 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets $100. For info Joseph J. DeFelice (215) 756-4158.

Mar. 25-        Inaugural Republican City Committee Cigar Night Fundraiser at United Republican Club, 3156 Frankford Ave., 6-8:30 p.m. with Lt. Gov. Jim Cawley, State Rep. John Taylor and former Flyer Bernie Parent. Free valet parking. Tickets $95. Benefits Phila. Republican City Committee. Call (215) 561-0650 for more info.

Mar. 28-30-   Penna. College Democrats’ annual state convention at Temple Univ., with gubernatorial debate scheduled for Friday, Mar. 28.

Mar. 29-        United Republican Club  hosts Shrimp Night at 3156 Frankford Ave., 7-11 p.m. $30 for shrimp, beer, wine, music and fun. DJ Tom Schickling; Tracy runs bar until 2 a.m. Reserve tables now.

Apr. 12-        Ducky Birts Fdn. and Keystone Mercy Health Plan hosts annual Health Fair, 12-3 p.m., and Gospelrama, 2-5 p.m. at Mt. Airy Church of God in Christ, 6401 Ogontz Ave. Admission free. For info (215) 242-1220 or (215) 605-7102.

Apr. 26-        Medallion Scholarship Banquet hosted by Ducky Birts Foundation. 3801 Market St., 6-10 p.m. $65, Two for $125. For info (215) 242-1220 or (215) 605-7102.

May 15-         1^st Dist. Police Advisory Council banquet at Galdo’s, 20^th & Moyamensing Ave., 5-9 p.m. For info Russell Shoemaker, Sr., (267) 597-7154.

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