Updated Oct. 16th

Oct. 15-           30th Ward Democrats host Countdown Fundraiser at Ten Stone, 21^st & South Sts., 6:30-9:30 p.m. $25 for candidates, $5 for friends and neighbors. Tickets at door.

Oct. 16-           State Sen. Christine Tartaglione hosts Senior Expo of at Community Acad. of Phila. Charter Sch., 1100 E. Erie Ave., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Oct. 16-           Join State Sen. Mike Stack, Democratic candidate for Lt. Gov., at FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Rd., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets $100. For info Lindsey (267) 275-2120. Last event in Phila.

Oct. 16-           Happy Hour Reception honors City Commissioner Stephanie Singer at Kohn, Swift & Graf, PC, 1 S. Broad St., Su. 2100, 5:30 p.m. $100 minimum contribution. Hosted by Denis F. Sheils and Joseph C. Kohn. For info (215) 678-0592.

Oct. 17-           State Rep. James Clay, Jr. hosts AIDS Awareness Day at district office, 4915 Frankford Ave., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. For info (215) 744-7901.

Oct. 17-           S.W. Phila. Dist. Serv. hosts Candidates Night at Myers Rec Ctr., 50^th & Kingsessing Ave., 6-9 p.m. Free dinner.

Oct. 17-           Pat Parkinson hosts 57^th Ward Oktoberfest Beef & Beer at Paddy Whacks, 9241 Roosevelt Blvd., 7-11 pm.

Oct. 18-           Democratic 32^nd Ward hosts Community Benefit Fish Fry at Ch. Of the Advocate, 18^th & Diamond Sts., 1-6 p.m. Raising funds for needy Thanksgiving Dinners. Tickets $10. For info (215) 605-9063.

Oct. 18-           10^th Ward hosts Fall Festival/October Fest Bowling Party at Thunderbird Lanes, 1130 York Rd., Willow Grove, Pa., 2-5 p.m. Music, food, shoes & bowling. For info Archie Everett (267) 978-4085 or Kimberly West (267) 978-4085.

Oct. 18-           DeMolay Consistory No.1 honors SGIG Roland K. Lee Sr. and Donald “Ducky” Birts at Achievement Award Banquet at Romano’s Catering, 1523 Wingohocking St., 6:30-10:30 p.m. For info Isaac Goldman (610) 842-4143.

Oct. 18-           FOP President John McNesby Retirement Party at FOP Ha., 11630 Caroline Rd., 7-11 p.m. $40, tickets available at door.. For info (215) 629-3631.

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. 20-           Democratic Campaign Committee hosts Autumn Cocktail Party at Sheet Metal Workers Ha., 13012 S. Columbus Blvd., 5:30-7:30. Tickets $150. RSVP (215) 241-7804 by Oct. 13.

Oct. 20-           GOP Republican Ward Leaders host Fundraiser for Mike Tomlinson and Bill Pounds at United Republican Cl., 3156 Frankford Ave., 6-8 p.m. $30 ticket, but $25 for YR/CR. Tickets held at door. For info (267) 496-5655.

Oct. 21-           Black Clergy of Phila. & Vicinity hosts Justice Symposium at Mt. Airy Church of God in Christ, 6401 Ogontz Ave., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Doors open 8:30 a.m. Free and open to the public. Only requirement is that guests preregister (267) 639-9875.

Oct. 21-           21st Ward GOP hosts Fundraiser at 473 Leverington Ave., 6-9 p.m. Tickets $40.

Oct. 22-           Committee to Elect Mike Stack hosts fundraiser for Tom Wolf and State Sen. Mike Stack at Union League, 5-7 p.m. Tickets start at $100. For info Lindsey (267) 275-2120.

Oct. 22-           Women United for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown hosts Fundraiser with Katie McGinty at Serafina Restaurant, 130 S. 18th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $100. For info Dan (732) 670-3299.

Oct. 22-           Mike Cibik hosts Republican 5^th Ward Patriot’s Party & Fundraiser at Downey’s, Front & South Sts., 6-8 p.m. Open wine & beer bar, buffet. Free parking on streets. Tickets $30; if paid in advance before Oct 8, guests $25. RSVP mcibik@GOP5thward.com or (215) 735-1060.

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

Oct. 23-           64^th Ward GOP hosts Fall Fundraiser at Parish Pub, 3508 Cottman Ave., 6-9 p.m. Tickets $30. Open bar, food and fun.

Oct. 24-           State Rep. W. Curtis Thomas hosts Private Sector Job Fair at Columbia YMCA North, 1400 N. Broad St., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Oct. 24-           Vietnam Veterans Chapter 266 hosts Candlelight Vigil at Front & Spruce Sts., 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 24-           GOP 26^th Ward hosts Fabulous Fall Festival at Waterfall Rm., Water St. & Snyder Ave., 7 p.m. Plenty of free parking under I-95. For info (215) 468-2300.

Oct. 25-   State Reps. Dwight Evans and Stephen Kinsey with Councilwoman Marian Tasco present N.W. House Party (housing & job fair) at W. Oak La. Charter Sch., 7115 Stenton Ave., 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Oct. 25-           100 Black Men hosts Young Adults Leadership Seminar at Temple Univ. Student Activity Bldg., Rm. 200C, 13th & Montgomery Ave., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. All young men invited. Registration opens 9:30 a.m. Refreshments served. Great opportunity for advancing careers. For info Fred Whiten (267) 251-9258.

Oct. 25-           United Republican Club, First annual Halloween Party at 3156 Frankford Ave., 4-7 p.m. Games, hot and cold buffet, cash bar. Tickets $35. At door $40. Kids free. Best costume prizes adults and kids. RSVP www.29thwardsgop.org.

Oct. 26-           Councilman Mark Squilla hosts Reelection Campaign Kickoff at McFadden’s, 1 Citizens Bank Way, 4 p.m. Sponsor levels: Field Goal $1,000, Touchdown $2,000, Tickets $50. RSVP Lindsey (267) 275-2120.

Oct. 27-           Fundraiser for Terry Gillen for Mayor at Racquet Cl., 215 S. 16^th St. Suggested donation $125. For info (267) 457-3720.

Oct. 28-           Republican City Committee hosts Fall Cocktail Party at Romano’s Catering, 1523 E. Wingohocking St., 8 p.m.

Oct. 29-           Attorney George Twardy hosts State Rep. John Taylor at Yakitori Boy Restaurant, 211 N. 11th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. For info Joe DeFelice (215) 756-4158.

Oct. 29-    Matt Myers hosts Democratic 39B Ward Fundraiser at EOM Cl., 144 Moore St., 5:30-9:30 p.m. For info Matt (215) 467-4643.

Oct. 29-    LGBT community honors Lt. Gov. candidate Mike Stack at Rosewood, 1302 Walnut St., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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

Oct. 30-           Asian American Chamber of Commerce hosts Fundraiser & Award Banquet at Univ. City Sheraton Hotel, 3549 Chestnut St., 5:30 p.m. registration, 7 p.m. dinner, speakers and awards. For info (215) 790-3660.

Oct. 30-           State Rep. Cherelle Parker hosts fundraiser honoring Hon. Ed Rendell and Council Pres. Darrell L. Clarke at Union Lg., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets $250 up. Checks to Friends of Cherelle Parker, PO Box 27647, Phila., PA 19118 or (267) 415-6019.

Oct. 31-           Democratic 32^nd Ward hosts Halloween Party for Children at Ch. of the Advocate, 18^th & Diamond Sts., 4-7 p.m. Tickets $2. For info (215) 605-9063.

Oct. 31-           13th Ward Democrats host Chicken & Fish Fry at Lou & Choo’s, 21^st & Hunting Pk. Ave., 5-9 p.m. Tickets $10 at door.

Nov. 1–           Election Board Training Seminar make-up date at Delaware Ave. & Spring Garden St., 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and at Aspira, 6301 N. 2nd St., and Sunday, Nov. 2, at S. Phila. HS, 2101 S. Broad St., same time.

Nov. 4-            Election Day all day, 7a.m.-8 p.m.

Nov. 6-            Swearing-in Ceremony for Judge Vincent Melchiorre at City Ha. Ctrm. 653, 4 p.m.

Nov. 13-          State Rep. Ron Waters hosts Job/Career Fair at Kipp Charter Sch., 59th & Baltimore Ave., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring resumés and dress for success. For info (215) 748-6712.

Nov. 15-          Shoe Collection drive at Chalmers Pk., 2800 N. 29^th St., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Welcoming new, used, unwanted, outgrown shoes and footwear.

Dec. 9-            United Republican Cl. Hosts 134^th Anniversary & Awards Ceremony at SugarHouse Casino, 6 p.m. Tickets $125.

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