Updated Sept. 4th

Sep. 4-             Women For Stephanie host Reception for City Commissioner Steophanie Singer at 1900 Rittenhouse Sq., 5:30-7 p.m. Suggested contributions $100/$250/$500/$1,000. RSVP David Ralston, Dave@vote-singer.com or (215) 678-0592.

Sep. 6-             OCA-GP Asian American Advocates picnic at Franklin Sq., 12-2 p.m.

Sep. 6–             Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 holds its annual Union Picnic at Clementon Pk. & Splash World, 144 Berlin Rd., Clementon, N.J., all day.

Sep. 6-             State Sen. Anthony Williams holds Summer of Peace Event at Clark Park, 43rd & Chester Ave., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Old-school games, free food.

Sep. 6-             Annie Havey Hosts Flea Market on parking lot of V&S Elmwood Lanes, 7235 Elmwood Ave., starting 7 a.m.

Sep. 6-             Bernice Hill hosts 63^rd Ward Indian Summer Pool Party at 7960 Dungan Rd., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $100 plus.

Sep. 8-             Councilman David Oh hosts next Black Film Advisory Committee Event at Drexel Univ., Bossone Research Ctr. Audit., 3140 Market St. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/save-the-date-black-film-advisory-committee-documentary-panel-tickets-9231298061. Doors open 5:30 pm.

Sep. 9-            Victor & Linda Baldi host evening honoring 2^nd Dist. Councilman Kenyatta Johnson at their home, 3519 S. Reserve Dr., 6 p.m. Cocktails, light fare. Suggested contribution $100. RSVP to victorbaldi@verizon.net.

Sep. 10-          Phila. Republican Monthly Happy Hour Party atPaddy Whacks, 2nd fl., 150 South St., 6-9 p.m. Complimentary Light Buffet.

Sep. 12-          Greater N.E. Phila. Chamber of Commerce hosts Breakfast with State Sen. Mike Stack at Wesley Enhanced Living, 8401 E. Roosevelt Blvd., 8:30 a.m. Democratic candidate for Lt. Gov. $10 at door. (215) 332-3400.

Sep. 12-13-     Pa. Democratic State Committee meeting at Sheraton Phila. Downtown Hotel, 201 N. 17^th St., starting 2:30 p.m. Friday followed by sessions, meetings, and annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner. General Meetings on Saturday. For info and tickets Peggy Grove (717) 920-8470.

Sep. 13-           Citizens for Sheriff Jewell Williams invites you to his 2014 Birthday Bash at Sheraton Downtown Hotel, 17^th & Vine Sts., 8-11:30 p.m. For info (267) 702-0450.

Sep. 13-           56^th Ward in conjunction with the 35^th, 41^st, 53^rd, and 55^th Wards will host annual picnic at Burholme Pk., Cottman & Central Aves. Candidates & PACS minimum $100. Make checks payable to “Friends of 56^th Ward”, mail to 7720 Castor Ave., 2^nd fl., Phila., PA 19152.

Sep. 13-           Goodwill Tabernacle Baptist Church 2nd Annual Community Day, at 5625 Haverford Ave., 12-4 p.m.

Sep. 13-           Councilman Kenyatta Johnson hosts Resource Brunch for ward leaders, committee persons, and block captains at Galdo’s Catering, 20^th & Moyamensing Ave., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Sep. 14-           Historical Marker Dedication for Mathew Carey at 324 Market St., 9:30 a.m. For info Celeste Morello (215) 334-6008.

Sep. 14-           Black & White Affair at Crab Tavern, 201 N. MacDade Blvd., Darby, Pa., 2 p.m. Tickets $10. Call Donald Townes (267) 577-5776.

Sep. 17-           Wine & Cheese Fundraiser for S. Phila. Business Ass’n’s Scholarship Fund at Olivieri Jewelers, Broad St. between Porter and Shunk Sts., 5-9 p.m. $20. Gift raffle included. For info call Secretary Gaeton Tavella (215) 336-1108.

Sep. 18-           `Kelvin A. Jeremiah, PHA CEO and President, is guest speaker for monthly GOP Breakfast Series at Racquet Cl., 215 S. 16^th St., 7:15 a.m. Event free. Light breakfast. For info Denise Furey (215) 387-5641.

Sep. 18-           Portrait Unveiling of Hon. Pamela Pryor Dembe, president judge emeritus, at City Ha. Courtrm. 653, 4:30 p.m. Reception follows Rm. 201 City Hall.

Sep. 18-           Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr., hosts Emerging Leaders Reception at Vango Lounge & SkyBar, 116 S. 18^th St., 5:30 p.m.

Sep. 18- Fundraiser for St. Rep. John Sabatina, Jr. at Cafe´ Michelangelo, 11901 Bustleton Ave., 6pm-8pm. Gold Sponsor: $1,000, Silver Sponsor: $500, Tickets: $50.  Checks made payable to: “Committee to Re-Elect John Sabatina, Jr.” and mailed to 7720 Castor Ave., 2^nd Fl., Phila., PA 19152.  RSVP to Dan at (732)670-3299.

Sep. 18-           Mt. Airy Street Fare on Germantown Ave. between Sedgwick and W. Mt. Airy Aves., starting 6 p.m.

Sep. 18-           GOP fundraiser for Bill Pounds at Kildare’s in Manayunk, 4417 Main St., 6-9 p.m. $50 per person, couples $85. Open bar and light appetizers. Make checks payable at door to Friends of Bill Pounds.

Sep. 19-           Al Stewart hosts 11^th Ward Fish Fry at Lou & Choo’s, 21^st & Hunting Park Ave., 5-9 p.m. Donation $10. Sponsored by V. Tutie Edwards. For info (215) 228-3134.

Sep. 19-           State Sen. Mike Stack hosts Senior Expo at National Guard Armory, 2700 Southampton Rd., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Businesses, health and government agencies on hand to provide seniors with information. Refreshments provided.

Sep. 20-21-     Egyptian Festival hosted by St. George Coptic Orthodox Ch., 411 Dekalb St., Norristown. Pa.. For info (610) 279-9797.

Sep. 26-           Kevin Pasquay celebrates 30 years as 45^th Ward Leader at United Republican Club, 3156 Frankford Ave., 7-11 p.m. Tickets $50.

Sep. 26-           Marian Tasco hosts Great “Party For The People!” at H & H Banquet Ha., Haines & Limekiln Pk. 8 p.m. Tickets $35. BYOB.

Sep. 27-           2-Stock Music Fest at EOM Cl., Front & Moore Sts, 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Sep. 28-           Vendemmia Festival of winemakers at Stephen Girard Pk., 2-7 p.m. For info and tickets (215) 551-3859,

Sep. 28-           Join Councilman Jim Kenney at Independence Beer Garden, 100 S. Independence Mall W., 3 p.m. and watch 49ers vs. Eagles. Food, beverages, parking included. Tickets $50. RSVP Lindsey (267) 275-2120.

Sep. 28-           Democratic 65^th Ward Pre-Election Gala at Three Monkeys Café, 9645 James St., 4-8 p.m. Tickets $30 per person. Watch Eagles on Giant screens. Checks or money orders payable to Friends of 65^th Ward, mail to John Donohue, 9215 Hegerman St., Phila., PA 19114. For info John Donohue (267) 334- 3775. Tickets also at door.

Oct. 2-             Councilman Kenyatta Johnson is Guest of Honor for Diversified Community Services Fundraising Cocktail Reception at Univ. of the Arts, 320 S. Broad St., 5:30-8 p.m. Tickets $85. Includes cocktails and light fare. For info (215) 336-5505, ext. 114.

Oct. 19-           Candidates from N.E. Phila., Montgomery and Bucks Cos. are invited to Candidates Breakfast at Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Rd., 10 a.m. Candidates need to contact Dr. Ruth Horwitz at drrkh60@earthlink.net. Event sponsored by CSS Men’s Club and Empty Nesters.

Oct. 23-           66A Democratic Ward Leader Shawn Dillon hosts  8^TH a nnual Pre-Election Celebration at DC 21, 2980 Southampton Rd., 6—9 p.m. Tickets $35. Checks payable to Friends of the 66A Ward.

Oct. 30-           Swearing in of Judge Abbe Fletman at City Hall Courtrm. 653, 4 p.m.

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