Updated Apr. 30th

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.

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-          State Rep. John Sabatina, Jr. hosts Cocktail Reception at Pyramid Cl., 1735 Market St., 5:30-7 p.m. Donations $250 up. Donate online www.johnsabatina.com. No corporate checks.

Apr. 30-          23^rd Ward Democratic Committee hosts Fundraiser at Harmonia Cl., 2404 Orthodox St., 6-8 p.m. Tickets $35, candidates $100. Checks payable to “23^rd Democratic Ward”.

Apr. 30-          37^th Ward Democrats host Candidates Night at Ebenezer Baptist Ch., 10^th & Dauphin Sts. 6 p.m.

Apr. 30-          Councilman Mark Squilla hosts NFL Draft Party at Prime Stache Restaurant, 110 Chestnut St., 7-10 p.m. Special guests Eagles players and cheerleaders. General admission $100.

Apr. 30-          State Sen. Art Haywood hosts Budget Briefing Townhall at Woodmere Art Mu., 9201 Germantown Ave., 7 p.m.

May 1-            Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Committee hosts Contest & Open House at its training facility, 10401 Decatur Rd., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 20 senior apprentices compete in general carpentry, interior-systems carpentry, floor laying, mill/cabinetmaking, millwright and wharf & dock categories.  Features construction exhibits and complimentary refreshments. It’s family fun. For info (215) 824-2300.

May 1–            Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown hosts Breakfast with Women of Labor at Transport Workers Union Local 234, 500 N 2^nd St., 8-9:30 a.m. Sponsor Levels $2,500-$1,000-$500-$250, Tickets $50.

May 1-            Fundraiser in support of Kai Scott, Common Pleas Court candidate, W Studio, 1080 N. Delaware Ave. Suite 505, 6-9 p.m., drinks and hors d’oeuvres, suggested contribution levels: bronze, $50, silver $100, gold $250, platinum $500. Checks made payable to “Funds for Kai Scott,” for more info, RSVP, please contact Kristi Johnson kdjconsultants@outlook.com.

May 1-            S.W. Phila. District Services presents Candidates Night Forum, Kingsessing Rec Ctr., 50^th & Kingsessing Ave., 6-8:30 p.m. Free dinner provided. All candidates invited.

May 1-            Women for Kenney hosts Friday Night Extravaganza at Relish, 7152 Ogontz Ave., 6-8 p.m. Reformer – $500

Advocate – $250
Activist – $100
Guest – $50
Young Professional – $25

If you would like to attend please RSVP to Vaughn at vaughn@kenney2015.com Reformer – $500
Advocate – $250
Activist – $100
Guest – $50
Young Professional – $25

If you would like to attend please RSVP to Vaughn at vaughn@kenney2015.com Reformer – $500
Advocate – $250
Activist – $100
Guest – $50
Young Professional – $25

If you would like to attend please RSVP to Vaughn at vaughn@kenney2015.comReformers $500, Advocates $250, Activists $100, Guests $50, Young Professionals $25. RSVP Vaughn vaughn@kenney2015.com.

May 1-            Nat’l Shrine of St. Rita grants 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 2-            Mayor Michael Nutter and 52nd Ward host Primary Candidates’ Forum at Pinn Mem. Baptist Ch., 54^th & Wynnefield Ave., 9:30 a.m. For info Steve Jones (215) 879-6049.

May 2-            63rd Ward Democrats host Candidates’ Breakfast at Randi’s Restaurant, 1619 Grant Ave., 9:30 a.m.-12 m. $100 per candidate. For info Brian Eddis (215) 284-2594.

May 2-            State Rep. Rosita Youngblood hosts Community Conversation at Opportunity Towers, 1717 W. Hunting Park Ave., 10 a.m.-12 m. For info (215) 849-6426.

May 2-            State Rep. Mike O’Brien hosts Document Shredding at Festival Pier, Penns Landing, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free.

May 2-            6^th Ward Democrats hold Meeting for judicial candidates at St. Ignatius, 4400 Haverford Ave., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For info Pete Wilson (267) 679-6379.

May 3-            GOP 1^st & 39th Wards host Sunday Brunch at J.P. Caterers, 2802 S. 9^th, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free parking Stella Maris schoolyard. Contribution $40. Mail for tickets Domenic Chiavaroli, 1020 Tasker St., Phila., PA 19148. For info Domenic (215) 850-5350.

May 3-            Salvation Army hosts Farm to Families event by top chefs at Morris Ho. Hotel, 225 S. 8^th St., 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Order tickets www.SAphilly.org.

May 3-            Friends of Marian Tasco present Jazz Brunch, 1-4 p.m. at The View, 800 N. Broad St., 8th fl. Complimentary mimosas. Tickets $65. Checks payable to “Friends of Marian Tasco”, PO Box 27454, Phila., PA 19118.

May 3-            Nathaniel Sabir Memorial Scholarship Fund hosts Awards Banquet at IATSE Ballrm., Front & Ritner Sts. (2400 S. Water St.), 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets $65, Seniors and Youths under 16 $35.  For info Jeri (215) 554-7957.

May 4-            Democratic Campaign Committee hosts Jefferson Jackson Day Celebration at Sheet Metal Workers Ha., Penn’s Landing Caterers, 1301 S. Columbus Blvd., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets $150 available at door.

May 5-            Reception is hosted for judicial candidate Anthony Kyriakakis at Estia Restaurant, 1405-07 Locust Street, 5-7:00 p.m. Platinum $1,000, Gold $500, Silver $250, Ticket $100. For info Sam Shoap (215) 246-3441.

May 5-            Council candidate Matt Wolfe is hosted Reception at Racquet Cl., 215 S. 16^th St., VIP Reception 5:30 p.m., regular 6-8 p.m. Tickets: VIPs $500, others $125. For info Denise (215) 387-5641.

May 5-            Councilman Bill Greenlee is hosted Reception at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse, 1901 Kennedy Blvd., 5:30-7 p.m. Hosts $500, Supporters $250, Guests $100. Checks payable to “Greenlee for Council at Large”. For info (724) 991-2636.

May 5-            Judicial candidate Stella Tsai is hosted Fundraiser at Stradley Ronon, 2005 Market St., 6-8 p.m. RSVP www.electstellatsaijudge.com.

May 6-            Lt. Gov. Mike Stack hosts Spring Reception at Cuba Libre, 10 S. 2^nd St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Gold $5,000, Silver $2,500, Bronze $1,000, Tickets $100. RSVP & pay online https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/5.6spring.

May 6-            Judicial candidate Stella Tsai is hosted Fundraiser at Trolley Car Diner, 7619 Germantown Ave., 5:30-7:30 p.m. RSVP www.electstellatsaijudge.com.

May 6-            Phila. NOW hosts Spring Fundraiser at Asian Arts Initiative, 1219 Vine St., 6 p.m.  Honoring Councilwoman Marian Tasco.

May 6-            Ward Leader Bill Pettigrew hosts United GOP Wards Fundraiser at Quaker City Yacht Cl., 7101 N. Delaware Ave., 6-9 p.m. Tickets $40.

May 7-            Mr. & Mrs. Michael McAllister host Reception for Judge Vincent Melchiorre at Three Monkeys, 9645 James St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Suggested contribution $50.

May 7-            Council-at-Large candidate Terry Tracy hosts Fundraising Reception at Pyramid Cl., 1735 Market St., 6-8 p.m. Support levels $100, $250, $500.

May 8-            60^th Ward Democrats host Endorsed Candidates Reception Night at 216 S. 52^nd St., 6:30-9:30 p.m.

May 8-            Furlong for Judge Beef & Beer Fundraiser is hosted at Steamfitters Local 692, 14002 McNulty Rd., 6:30-10:30 p.m.. Tickets $50, payable to “Furlong For Judge”. For info (215) 990-7067.

May 8-            Judicial candidate Kai Scott is hosted Spring Shrimp Fry at Stinger Lounge, 4600 N. Broad St., 7-10 p.m.

May 9-            6^th Ward Democrats hold Meeting for row-office candidates at St. Ignatius, 4400 Haverford Ave., 9 a.m.-12 m. For info Pete Wilson (267) 679-6379.

May 9-            Columbus Sq. holds Reunion at the Square (Rain Date May 16). Open House 10-11:30 a.m., Family Festivities 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For info Karen Dougherty (215) 755-0372.

May 11-          Independence Business Alliance’s Business Leaders hosts Luncheon at Hotel Sofitel, Paris Ballrm., 120 S. 17^th St., 11 a.m. For info https://www.thinkiba.com/ or Twitter and Instagram @Think IBA.

May 11-          Judge Vincent Melchiorre is hosted Reception at Chiarella’s Ristorante, 1600 S. 11^th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Benefactors $500, Patrons $250, Sponsors $100.

May 12-          District Attorney Seth Williams hosts 2^nd Chance Foundation Prayer Breakfast at 1^st Dist. Plaza, 3801 Market St., 8:30 a.m.

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 13-          Judicial candidate Rainy Papademetriou hosts Rally for Rainy at 1518 Bar & Grill, 5:30-7:30 p.m. RSVP Marisa (215) 970-3020 or mapresearch@aol.com.

May 13-          Judicial candidate Stella Tsai is hosted Fundraiser at Chestnut Hill Hotel, 8229 Germantown Ave., 6-8 p.m. RSVP www.electstellatsaijudge.com.

May 13-          United Republican Cl. hosts Register of Wills candidate Ross Eric Feinberg at 3156 Frankford Ave., 6:30 p.m.

May 14-          State Rep. Mark Cohen & Rising Sun Ave. Revitalization Group present Sr. Health & Fitness at Lawncrest Rec Ctr., 6000 Rising Sun Ave., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Light lunch provided. RSVP Deb Whittingham (215) 342-2167.

May 14-          Phila. Republican Committee hosts Spring Cocktail party at P&P Caterers, DC 21, 2980 Southampton Rd., 6-9 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 15-          Day of the Rope Awards Dinner is hosted at Elevators Constructors’ Townsend Rm., 12273 Townsend Rd., 7 p.m. Honorees – Outstanding Irish American Labor Leader: John Kane, Business Mgr./Financial Secretary-Treasurer Plumbers Local 690; Lifetime Achievement Award: Judge Kevin Dougherty, Court of Common Pleas Administrative Judge/Trial Division; Frank Donaghy.

May 16-          State Rep. Stephen Kinsey and Councilwoman Cindy Bass host Salute to Veterans at 1^st United Methodist Ch., 6001 Germantown Ave., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Bell-ringing, high-school ROTC, health and PTSD screenings, veterans info, movie, luncheon. To receive certificate, vets must register by May 1. For info (215) 849-6592.

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 17-          St. Paul Parish annual Procession of the Saints. Begins with 10 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Magdalen de Pazzi Ch., 719 Montrose St. After Mass, Parade of Statues of Saints wends through Italian Market and ends at St. Paul’s Church, 9^th & Christian Sts. Italian foodstuffs, etc. at booths end of parade. For info Father John Large (215) 923-0355.

May 26-          Samuel Staten, Sr. Charitable Trust holds 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 27-          African American Chamber of Commerce meets at 1st Dist. Plaza, 3801 Market St., 5-8 p.m. For info (215) 751-9501.

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. 6-            State Rep. Rosita Youngblood hosts Community Conversation at Kenderton Young Scholars Sch., 1500 W. Ontario St., 10 a.m.-12 m. For info (215) 849-6426.

Jun. 12-          State Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosts Senior Health Fair at York House, 5325 Old York Rd., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. health screenings, chair massages, giveaways, prizes, refreshments, latest state programs.

Jun. 15-          CATCH holds Golf Classic at Old York Rd C.C., 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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