Updated April 9th

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. RsvP 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. 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- State Sen. Shirley Kitchen and Temple U. Human Resources present Career Training Fair at Penrose Rec Ctr., 1101 W. Susquehanna Ave., 9 a.m.-12 m. For info Mark Shade (717) 787-9220.
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. 11- State Rep. Mark Cohen hosts Autism Expo at St. William Parish Ha., 6238 Rising Sun Ave., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For info (215) 342-2167.
Apr. 11- United Voices for Phila. sponsors Mayoral Forum at German Soc. Aud., 611 Spring Garden St., 3-5:30 p.m. For info Andy Toy (267) 978-7355.
Apr. 11- Justice For Joe Doc hosts Fundraiser at Cranky Joe’s Tavern, 3501 Indian Queen La., 3 p.m. Beef & Beer, Chinese Auction, 50/50. Tickets $40.
Apr. 11- Fundraiser for council candidate Manny Morales at Casa del Marisco, 4301 N. 5th St., 7-10 p.m. Friends $25, Candidates $50. For info Noelia (267) 591-8377.
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- Meet & Greet with Jim Kenney & Carol Jenkins Team is hosted at Paradiso Restaurant, 1627 E. Passyunk Ave., 3:30-5 p.m.
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. 2nd St., Reception 5:30 p.m., Program 6:30-8 p.m. Dean $15,000, Patron $10,000, Mentor $5,000, Candidate $2,500, Full-Page $1,000, Half-Page $500, Tickets $150. For info (215) 843-2027.
Apr. 14- 49th & 61st Ward Democrats host Candidates Night at Oak Lane Presbyterian Ch., 11th St. & Oak La., Municipal Office 7-8 p.m., Judicial Candidates 8-9 p.m. Refreshments.
Apr. 14- S. Phila. Business Ass’n hosts mayoral Candidates Night at Popi’s Restaurant, 6:30 p.m. $40 for dinner.
Apr. 14- Councilman Bobby Henon hosts N.E. 2020 Health Forum at Pollock ES, 2875 Welsh Rd., 6-8 p.m.
Apr. 15- Meet & Greet Fundraiser for Council candidate Sherrie Cohen is hosted by Berner Klaw & Watson LLP at 1528 Walnut St., Su. 1100, 5:30 p.m. Contribution levels $50, $100, $200 or whatever. Checks payable to “Cohen for Council”.
Apr. 15- Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell & Bernadette Wyche host 24th & 46th 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- Public Health Management Corp. hosts Mayoral Public Health Forum, 3-5 p.m. Reception to follow. Centre Square, 1500 Market St. RSVP by Apr. 10. Contact Veronica Mikitka Reed at vmikitka@mavenagency.com.
Apr. 16- Kenny Gamble, Victor Keen & Joe Kluger host Fundraiser for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Bethany Mission Gallery, 1527 Brandywine 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- Phila. Council AFL-CIO hosts COPE-PAC Fundraiser at P&P Caterers, Southampton Rm., 2980 Southampton Rd., 6-9 p.m. RSVP Jonie (215) 665-9800.
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. 16- Meet candidates at Barker’s Bay, 5100 Convent Lane, State Rd. below Grant Ave., 8 p.m. For details call Dr. Ruth Horwitz (215) 913-1991.
Apr. 17- 47th 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 against identity theft.
Apr. 18- Isabella Fitzgerald hosts 10th Ward Spring Fling at Platinum Grill, 7719 Crittenden St., 2-5 p.m. For info (215) 429-8051.
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. 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. 18- Millennial Leadership hosts fundraiser for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at 7165 Lounge, 7165 Germantown Ave. Donation $25.
Apr. 22- Lisa Deeley, endorsed Democratic and AFL-CIO City Commission candidate, hosts fundraiser at Cuba Libre, 10 S. 2nd St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. $250 up. RSVP ncustodio@thewsgroup.com.
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. 23- 13th Ward Democrats present Candidates Night at Triumph Baptist Ch., Germantown & Hunting Park Aves., 6-8 p.m.
Apr. 25- Council candidate Dan Tinney hosts Beef & Beer Fundraiser for Family & Friends at 14420 Townsend Rd., 5-9 p.m. DJ, raffle, 50/50. Tickets $50. Checks payable to “Dan Tinney for City Council”.
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 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 a Family Fund. For info (215) 824-2300.
May 3- 1st & 39th Ward GOP host Ward Party at JP Caterers, 9th & Bigler Sts., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets $40. For info Domenic Chiavaroli (215) 850-5350.
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 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- 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 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- 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. 12- Senior Health Fair with State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, 201st Legislative District, The York House, 5325 Old York Road, 10 a.m.-3p.m. health screenings, chair massages, giveaways, prizes, refreshments, latest state programs.
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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