Updated Apr. 2nd

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 hosts 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-            Robert Levant, Esq. hosts Cigar Social Judicial Fundraiser for Daine Grey at Levant & Martin, PC, 320 N. 18^th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Silver $100, Gold $250, Platinum $500. Donations of $100 or more receive complimentary cigar. Checks payable to “Friends for Daine Grey”.

Apr. 7-            Marc Stier and Marilyn Lambert host Meet & Greet for City Commission candidate Carol Jenkins at 146 Pelham Rd, 6-8 p.m.

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. 7-                        Reception supporting Kai Scott for Common Pleas Court at Todd Henry Law Firm, 1500 Walnut St., 22^nd Floor from 5-8 p.m., suggested giving levels; $100, bronze; $250, silver and Gold $500, Platinum $1,000. Donate online at www.friendsforkaiscott.com by 4/6 or pay by check at the door. Please RSVP Karen Sugarman at ksugarman1@gmail.com or call 215-370-1423.

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-            Mr. & Mrs. Mike McAllister hosts Reception for Judge Vincent Melchiorre at 1600 Locust St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Donation levels $250, $500, $1,000.

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-          Universal Muslim Ass’n & Ctr. For Human Excellence host Chat & Chew Political Candidates Forum at 7401 Limekiln Pk., Breakfast 9 a.m., Forum 10 a.m.-12 m. For info (267) 713-8663.

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. 12-          Council candidate Helen Gym is hosted Reception at 7165 Lounge, 7165 Germantown Ave., 4-6 p.m. RSVP helengym.com/7165lounge.

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. Moore Ave., 5:30 p.m. Tickets $35, Candidates $50. For info George Brooks (215) 235-2235 or (267) 971-5703.

Apr. 17- Happy Hour for Sheriff Jewell Williams at Morton’s The Steakhouse, 1411 Walnut St. Tickets $100. RSVP by Apr. 13 to info@SheriffJewellWilliams.com or (267) 702-0450. PACs, sole proprietorships and partnerships limited to $11,500. Checks payable to “Citizens for Jewell Williams”, P.O. Box 22341, Phila., PA 19110. For info (267) 702-0450.

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. 18-          Jazz Fundraiser supports judicial candidate Sherman Toppin at Luther Rogers Ctr., 4809 Germantown Ave., Opening 7 p.m., Showtime 7:45 p.m. Tickets $50.

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-          Councilwoman Marian Tasco hosts Jazz Brunch at The View, 800 N. Broad St., 1-4 p.m. Tickets $65. Parking on Ridge Ave. lot. For info Margaret Wright (215) 850-4966.

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 16-          Bakers Bay Civic Assoc. meet the candidates forum, Thursday at 8 p.m. at The Clubhouse, 5100 convent lane, off of State Road below Grant Ave. Open to Bakers Bay residents and candidates who register with Ernie Black 215-941-8381. Dr. Ruth Horwitz is moderator.

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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