Updated Mar. 26th

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. Free.

Mar. 26-         State Rep. Leslie Acosta hosts 197 Oportunidades Para Trabajar: Opportunities to Work at Lenfest Ctr., 3890 N. 10^th 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. 15^th (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. 2^nd 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-         Pete Lyde hosts Question & Answer Judicial Candidates Forum at Beckett Life Ctr., 1410 N. 16^th St., 6-9 p.m. Supported by Mothers in Charge. Light refreshments, limited seating. Free. Candidates by invitation only. For info Pete (267) 303-3203 or petesoreal@aol.com.

Mar. 26-         12th Ward Democrats host Fundraiser/Social at Treasures, 5549 Germantown Ave., 7-9 p.m. Refreshments. Donation $75. Checks payable to 12^th 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 Democratic Committee hosts Candidates Night at USciences, Rosenberger Ha., 43^rd & Kingsessing Mall, 7:30-9 p.m. For info Carol Jenkins (267) 303-0542.

Mar. 27-         Civic Flag Day 120^th anniversary, 12-1:30 p.m. ceremony at 12:30 p.m. sharp at Rocky Steps, Art Museum with Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey and more.

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 At-Large City Council Debate at German Soc. of Penna., 611 Spring Garden St., 9 a.m.-12 m.

Mar. 29-         53^rd & 35^th 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. 29-         Aminah & Sultan Shabazz host Fish Fry for City Commission candidate Omar Sabir at Newman’s Grill, 5946 Germantown Ave., 5-9 p.m. Tickets $15.

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: 1^st 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. 12^th 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-            Judicial candidate Kai Scott is hosted Fish Fry Fundraiser at Champagne, 21 E. Chelten Ave., 6:30-9 p.m. Donation $15. Checks payable to “Friends For Kai Scott”. For info Michael Cogbill (267) 239-3532.

Apr. 2-            Young Involved Phila. hosts City Council Candidate Convention at WHYY, 150 N. 6^th St. For tickets yip.ticketleap.com.

Apr. 3-            38^th 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 at FOP Ha., 11630 Caroline Rd. , 7-11 p.m. Tickets $30. Includes food, beer, wine, music. For info Mike (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-            15^th 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. 7-            S. Phila HOMES & Pt. Breeze Partnership/Network host 2^nd Dist. Council Forum at 1444 Pt. Breeze Ave. For info Claudia Sherrod (215) 334-4430.

Apr. 8-            Council candidate Derek Green is hosted Reception at Tiagha & Assoc., 2112 Walnut St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Patrons $100, Friends $250, Supporters $500. Checks payable to “The Green Fund”, P.O. Box 497834, Phila., PA 19119. RSVP Kelly Bauer (610) 841-3733 or kbauer@hstreetstrategies.com.

Apr. 8-            Jim Kenney is hosted Reception at S. Phila. Tap Rm., 1509 Mifflin St., 5-7 p.m. Platinum $1,000, Gold $500, Silver $250. For info John (215) 769-5764 or

JJL@lpmgcompanies.com

Apr. 8-            Anthony Williams is hosted Cocktail Reception at Continental Midtown Restaurant, 1801 Chestnut St., VIP 5 p.m., General 6-7 p.m. RSVP rsvp@anthonyhwilliams.com.

Apr. 8-            Reception honors State Rep. John Sabatina, Jr. at Café Michelangelo, 11901 Bustleton Ave., 6-8 p.m. Host $1,000, Silver $500, Bronze $250, Friend $50. RSVP (215) 821-7606 or re.elect.johnsabatina@gmail.com.

Apr. 9-            Noam Kugelmass hosts Happy Hour Fundraiser for Jim Kenney at Mugshots Café, 5-6 p.m. Supporters $500, Guests $250, Friends $100, Neighbors $50. RSBP Rich nokugel@gmail.com.

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. 17^th 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. 52^nd 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. 13-          65th Ward Democratic Committee holds Meeting at Ashburner Inn, 8400 Torresdale Ave., 6:30 p.m. For info John Donohoe (267) 334-3775.

Apr. 14-          Hardy Williams Education Fund presents Scholarship Reception at Tendenza, 969 N. 2^nd St., Reception 5:30 p.m., Program 6:30-8 p.m. Dean $15,000, Patron $10,000, Mentor $5,000, Candidate $2,500Full-Page $1,000, Half-Page $500, Tickets $150. For info (215) 843-2027.

Apr. 15-          Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell & Bernadette Wyche host 24^th & 46^th Ward Mtg. at The Enterprise Ctr., 4548 Market St., 6 p.m.

Apr. 15-          S. Phila HOMES & Pt. Breeze Partnership/Network host Mayoral Forum at 1444 Pt. Breeze Ave. For info Claudia Sherrod (215) 334-4430.

Apr. 16-          Kenny Gamble, Victor Keen & Joe Kluger host Fundraiser for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Bethany Mission Gallery, 237 S. 18^th 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.16-           State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown hosts Know Your Rights Forum at Global Leadership Academy, 4601 W. Girard Ave., 6-8 p.m. Learn rights and responsibilities when interacting with police. Local legal and law-enforcement officials discuss use of force.

Apr. 17-          47^th Ward Democratic Committee hosts Dinner, Dance & Evening with Candidates & Elected Officials at Pub Web Bar & Restaurant, 1527 Cecil B. oore Ave., 5:30 p.m. Tickets $35, Candidates $50. For info George Brooks (215) 235-2235 or (267) 971-5703.

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 1^st 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. 23-          Dr. Rob Cavoto hosts fundraiser for mayoral candidate Jim Kenney at Bliss Restaurant, 220 S. Broad St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Platinum $1,000, Gold $500, Silver $250. Checks payable to “Kenney 2015”. RSVP  Rob (302) 743-6285.

Apr. 28-   Councilwoman Marian Tasco hosts cocktail reception for Derek Green, candidate for city council at large, Estia, 1405 Locust St., 5:30 pm. For info call Kelly Bauer, 610-841-3733.

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.

Apr. 30-          Jim Kenney is hosted Reception at American Sardine Bar, 1800 Federal St., 5-7:30 p.m. Platinum $1,000, Gold $500, Silver $250. For info John (215) 769-5764 or

JJL@lpmgcompanies.com.

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 24^th & 46^th Ward Mtg. at The Enterprise Ctr., 4548 Market St., 6 p.m.

May 15-          Pandora Woods hosts Old School Dance Party for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at The View, 800 N. Broad St., 6-11 p.m. Dancing, hors d’oeuvres, cash bar. Guests Lt. Gov. Mike Stack, State Sen. Vincent Hughes and Doug Henderson. For info (609) 472-1351 or Oldschoolparty2015@gmail.com.

May 16-          Pre-Election Day Prayer & Praise Breakfast for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Pinn Mem. Ch., 2257 N. 54^th 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 16-          State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown hosts Image Awards from at Christian Stronghold Ch.  4701 Lancaster Ave., 3-6 p.m. Honoring local women with positive community impact. To nominate women (215) 879-6615.

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-          1^st Police Dist. Advisory Council hosts Banquet at Galdo’s Catering, 20^th & 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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