Updated Mar. 19, 2015

Mar. 20- 43rd Ward Democrats host Beef & Beer Fundraiser at 3401-03 N. 10th St., 6 p.m. Candidates $100, Others $30. For info Emilio Vázquez (267) 279-1569.
Mar. 21- State Rep. Stephen Kinsey & Councilwoman Cindy Bass host March Madness Children’s Nutrition & Wellness Day at Treasures, 5549 Germantown Ave., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Health info for children 5-10. Bounce, slide, facepainting, balloon arts. For info (215) 849-6592.
Mar. 21- Salsa Night with Nelson Diaz at Tierra Colombiana, 4535 N. 5th St., 4-7 p.m. Live salsa music from Orquesta Lucena and food to prepare for May 19 primary. Tickets are give what you can, suggested contribution $50 online or at door. RSVP (570) 574-9817 or email jana@nelsondiazformayor.com.
Mar. 23- Council candidate Ori Feibush hosts Fundraiser at Founding Fathers Sports Bar, 1612 South St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Young Professionals $100, Team Feibush $1,000, Feibush Honor Team $5,800.
Mar. 24- Dr. Rob Cavoto hosts fundraiser for Jim Kenney for Mayor at Cuba Libre, 10 S. 2nd St., 5:30-7 p.m. RSVP Rob (302) 743-6285. Donation $250 and up.
Mar. 24- Special election in 170th Legislative Dist.
Mar. 25- 2nd Dist. Council candidate Ori Feibush hosts Fundraiser at Founding Fathers Sports Bar, 1612 South St., 5:30 p.m. For info (267) 457-2903.
Mar. 26- GOP Breakfast Series, at Racquet Cl., 215 S 16th St. , open 7:15 a.m., Speaker David Thornburgh, President, Committee of Seventy, 7:45 a.m. No charge.
Mar. 26- State Rep. Leslie Acosta hosts 197 Oportunidades Para Trabajar: Opportunities to Work at Lenfest Ctr., 3890 N. 10th St., 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Résumé-writing workshop 9:30 a.m., interview skills 10:30 a.m.. Dress professionally, bring résumés. For info (215) 457-5281.
Mar. 26- Marissa Brumbach is hosted Fundraiser for Judge at Ocean Prime, 124 S. 15th (at Sansom), 5:30-7:30 p.m. Beer, wine, soda, hors d’oeuvres. $200 up. RSVP Janine Brumbach Snavely, Treasurer, at MarissaBrumbachForJudge@gmail.com or Madeline (215) 514-1414.
Mar. 26- Al Schmidt hosts Fundraiser at North Bowl, 909 N. 2nd St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. RSVP and get free t-shirt. Contributions $100.
Mar. 26– Universal Muslim Business Ass’n hosts Networking Mixer at Masjidullah Ctr. for Excellence, 7401 Limekiln Pk., 6-8 p.m. Members free, non-registered guests $15.
Mar. 26- 12th Ward Democrats host Fundraiser/Social at Treasures, 5549 Germantown Ave., 7-9 p.m. Refreshments. Donation $75. Checks payable to 12th Ward Democratic Exec. Committee, 221 Wenona St., Phila., PA 19144.
Mar. 26- State Rep. Vanessa Brown hosts Community Briefing at Christian Stronghold Ch., 4701 Lancaster Ave., 7-9 p.m. Featuring Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell, Police Captain Altovise Love-Craighead and former City Deputy Commissioner Dennis Lee. For info (215) 870-6615.
Mar. 26- 27th Ward Democrats host Candidates Night at USciences, Rosenberger Ha., 43rd St. & Kingsessing Mall, 7:30-9 p.m. For info Carol Jenkins (267) 303-0542.
Mar. 27- Birthday Fundraiser hosted for Sharif Street at Let Out Banquet Ha., 1621 Cecil B. Moore Ave., VIP Reception 6 p.m., Party 7:30 p.m. Young Friends $50, Friends $100, Long-Time Friends $500, BFFs $2,500.
Mar. 28- Republican City Committee hosts Council Debate at German Soc. of Penna., 611 Spring Garden St., 9 a.m.-12 m.
Mar. 29- 53rd & 35th Wards Republican Committees host Fundraiser at Reale’s, 7233 Frankford Ave., 2-6 p.m. Food, beer, wine, soda, dance & live music by the Blu Dogz with Gary Grisafi. Meet candidates, elected officials, ward leaders and committee people. Tickets $40. For info Gary (215) 533-1230 or Chuckie (215) 722-3459.
Mar. 30- Mattioni, Ltd. hosts Fundraiser for Councilman Mark Squilla at 399 Market St., Su. 200, 5:30-7:30 p.m. RSVP LPerryConsulting@gmail.com or Dan (732) 670-3299.
Mar. 31- Women United for Change host Fundraiser for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Omega Optical at Comcast Ctr., Atrium, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Councilwoman Marian Tasco receives award. Sponsorships: 1st Lady Michelle Obama $2,500, Hon. Hillary Clinton $1,000, Hon. Madeleine Albright $250, General Admission $100, Students & Seniors $50. For info LPerryConsulting@gmail.com or (267) 275-2120.
Mar. 31- Sherrie Cohen is hosted Birthday Fundraiser at Tabu Sports Lounge & Bar, 200 S. 12th St., 5:30-8 p.m. Chair $2,900, Host $1,000, Friend $600, Supporter $260, Tickets $60. Donate online at www.cohen4council.com/contribute or
Mail check to PO 60194, Phila., PA 19102 payable to “Cohen For Council”, in the memo put “Birthday”.
Mar. 31- United Republican Cl. hosts Republican Party Cigar Night at 3156 Frankford Ave., starting 6 p.m. $95 fee includes cigars, open bar, food, free valet parking, jazz trio, prizes and special guests. For info or to advertise in program book (215) 561-0650.
Apr. 1- Veterans Concerned Group hosts Meet the Candidates at 5325 Old York Rd., 1-4 p.m. All veterans are welcome. Free lunch furnished. For info (215) 796-4153 or (267) 278-0823.
Apr. 2- Young Involved Phila. hosts City Council Candidate Convention at WHYY, 150 N. 6th St. For tickets yip.ticketleap.com.
Apr. 3- 38th Ward Spring Fling Beef & Beer at Franklin’s Pub, 3521 Bowman St., 6:30-9 p.m. Donation $20, Sponsor $250, Friend $100.
Apr. 3- Mike Tomlinson invites all to Multiple Sclerosis Benefit Fundraiser, 7 to 11 pm, at FOP Hall, 11630 Caroline Rd. Ticket $30. Includes food, beer, win, music. Call Mike at 267-671-8323
Apr. 4- State Rep. Rosita Youngblood hosts Community Conversation at Brown’s ShopRite Community Rm., 3400 Fox St., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. For info (215) 849-6426.
Apr. 4- State Rep. Vanessa Brown hosts Spring Fling & Egg Hunts at Smith Memorial Plg., 3500 Reservoir Dr., E. Fairmount Pk., 4-6 p.m. Arts & crafts, silly-hat parade, healthy-food lessons. For info (215) 870-6615.
Apr. 6- 15th Annual Barbershop Talk Human Family Day Press Conference at City Hall, Mayor’s Reception Rm. 202, 12:30-2 p.m. RSVP by Apr. 1 (215) 879-9935.
Apr. 9- Councilwoman Cindy Bass hosts Expungement Informational Clinic at Triumph Baptist Ch., Germantown & Hunting Park Aves. 6-8 p.m. For info (215) 685-9182.
Apr. 9- Phila. Ass’n of Black Journalists, Community Coll. of Phila. and Faculty & Staff Federation present Moving Philadelphia Forward Mayoral Candidates’ Forum at CCP Bonnell Audit., N. 17th St., 6-7:30 p.m.
Apr. 10- CCP Pres. Dr. Donald Guy Generals and CCP Foundation Pres. Arlene Yocum host Pathways Magazine Breakfast featuring Fire Commissioner Derrick Sawyer, Ctr. for Business & Industry, Rm. C2-5, 8 a.m. www.ccp.edu/pathwaysRSVP.
Apr. 10/11- State Rep. Vanessa Brown hosts Prom Safety Event and Suit & Gown Giveaway at Greater Bible Way Temple, 1461 N. 52nd St., 3-7 p.m. Friday, 4-7 p.m. Sunday. For info (215) 870-6615.
Apr. 12- City Commissioner candidate Lisa Deeley hosts Fundraiser at Original Fluke’s Irish Pub, 7401 State Rd., 1-5 p.m. Donations $30.
Apr. 15- Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell & Bernadette Wyche host 24th & 46th Ward Mtg. at The Enterprise Ctr., 4548 Market St., 6 p.m.
Apr. 16- Kenny Gamble, Victor Keen & Joe Kluger host Fundraiser for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Bethany Mission Gallery, 237 S. 18th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Light fare, beverages & music. Sierra Sponsors $1,000, Valencia Sponsors $500, Amaro Sponsors $250, General Admission $50. For info Lindsey (267) 275-2120 or lperryconsulting@gmail.com.
Apr. 18- State Rep. James R. Roebuck offers free document shredding at 4712 Baltimore Ave., 9 a.m.-1 p.m., to protect yourself from identity theft.
Apr. 18- Donald “Ducky” Birts’ Medallion Scholarship Banquet at 1st Dist. Plaza, 3801 Market St., 6-10 p.m. For info David D. Birts (215) 605-7102.
Apr. 23- Beech Cos. mark 25 years at 1st Dist. Plaza, 3801 Market St., 6 p.m. Individual ticket $125, Corporate ticket $250. For info www.beechinterplex.com or (215) 843-2027.
Apr. 30- State Rep. John Taylor hosts Spring in Philadelphia Fundraiser at Colonial Dames, 1630 Latimer St., 5:30 p.m. Benefactors $1,000, Patrons $500, Sponsors $250. For info (215) 545-2244 or jct.uta@att.net.
May 1- Nat’l Shrine of St. Rita Peace Award to Fr. Douglas McKay at Popi’s Restaurant, 6:30-9:30 p.m. 6-course meal and wine $65. For info (215) 546-8333.
May 9- Columbus Sq. holds Reunion at the Square (Rain Date May 16). Open House 10:00-11:30 a.m., Family Festivities 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For info Karen Dougherty (215) 755-0372.
May 12- Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell & Bernadette Wyche host 24th & 46th Ward Mtg. at The Enterprise Ctr., 4548 Market St., 6 p.m.
May 16- Pre-Election Day Prayer & Praise Breakfast for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Pinn Mem. Ch., 2257 N. 54th St., Register 8 a.m., Program 9-11 a.m., Exhibition & Fellowship 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tickets $40 in advance, $50 at door, students $25. For info (215) 273-1924.
May 26- Samuel Staten, Sr. Charitable Trust 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic 2015 at Spring Mill C.C. in Ivyland, Pa. Honoring Pat Gillespie of Phila. Building & Construction Trades Council with “Making a Difference” Award. To sponsor or participate, visit http://statencharitabletrust.org/2015golf.php to register online or download brochure.
May 28- 1st Police Dist. Advisory Council hosts Banquet at Galdo’s Catering, 20th & Moyamensing Ave., 5-9 p.m. Tickets $30. For info Russell Shoemaker (267) 597-7154 or Officer Bryson (215) 686-3017.
Jun. 15- CATCH Golf Classic at Old York Rd Country Cl., Spring House, Pa., Registration 8 a.m., Breakfast 8:30 a.m., Shotgun Start 3 p.m. Supporting Community Scholarship Fund. For info (215) 735-7435.

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