Jan. 19- State Reps. Isabella Fitzgerald, Chris Rabb & Stephen Kinsey, State Sen. Art Haywood & Councilwoman Cherelle Parker host N.W. Economic Empowerment Business Summit at Masjidullah, 7433 Limekiln Pk., 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Workshops & panels on business success. Continental breakfast & lunch. Door prizes. For info: (215) 549-0220 or repizzy@pahouse.net.
Jan. 19- 2nd Generation, United Voices for Phila. Leadership & Jane Guo host Fundraiser Meet-&-Greet for judicial candidate Kay Kyungsun Yu at Dim Sum Ho., 3939 Chestnut St. 2nd fl., 3-4:30 p.m. Contribution Levels: Friends $30, Supporters $60, Partners $125, Hosts $250. RSVP by Jan. 17: Cole Dougherty (215) 251-0585, cole@rittenhousepolitical.com or visit bit.ly/k4j119.
Jan. 21- State Rep. Isabella Fitzgerald hosts MLK Day Community Celebration at the West Oak Lane Sr. Ctr., 7210-18 Ogontz Ave., 8-11:30 a.m. Creating artwork against gun violence. Information from city, state & federal officials, also weatherization & healthy lifestyles. For info: (215) 549-0220.
Jan. 22- State Rep. Jason Dawkins hosts Weatherization Event at 2nd Bapt. Ch., 1801 Meadow St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. For info: (215) 744-7901.
Jan. 23- City Commission candidate Kahlil Williams is hosted Evening at the Dalian, 500 N. 21st St, 5-7 pm. Special guest: L Ed Rendell. Hosts $500, Supporters $250, Friends $100, Young Professionals $50. Checks payable to “Kahlil for Philly,” P.O. Box 58048, Phila., PA 19102. RSVP: Catherine McParland (267) 475-6953 or cat@kahlilforphilly.com.
Jan. 23- State Rep. Jason Dawkins hosts Weatherization Event at Houseman Rec Ctr., 5901 Summerdale Ave., 6:30-8:30 p.m. For info: (215) 744-7901.
Jan. 26- State Rep. Pam DeLissio hosts Town Ha. Mtg. at Cathedral Village, 600 E. Cathedral Rd., 10 a.m. Focus on changing State House rules. For info: (215) 482-8726.
Jan. 26- State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler hosts Health & Wellness Fair at E. Passyunk Rec Ctr., 1025 Mifflin St., 2-5 p.m. Dance class for kids, exercise & healthy-eating tips, health & safety programs, door prizes. Information on State services. For info: (215) 271-9190.
Jan. 27- Councilmanic candidate Fareed Abdullah hosts Fish Fry Fundraiser at X Mark’s the Spot, 6364 Stenton Ave., 4-8 p.m.
Jan. 28- State Rep. Jason Dawkins hosts Weatherization Event at Ziehler Rec Ctr., 100 E. Olney Ave., 6:30-8:30 p.m. For info: (215) 744-7901.
Jan. 29- Judicial candidate Tiffany Palmer hosts Campaign Kickoff at Fergie’s Pub, 1214 Sansom St., 6-8 p.m. Contribution Levels: $50, $100, $250, $500, $1,000, $2,500. Payable to “Friends of Tiffany Palmer,” P.O. Box 4058, 8227 Germantown Ave. Phila., PA 19118 or online https://secure.ngpvan.com/td5JqjDiakCVCSxI9viRAA2. For info: Karen Sugarman (215) 370-1423 or ksugarman1@gmail.com.
Jan. 29- Mayoral candidate Daphne Goggins hosts Birthday Party at Nix & Nix Event Venue, 1525 W. Dauphin St., 7-9 p.m. Refreshments. Free. For info: gogginsdaphne@gmail.com.
Jan. 30- Councilmanic candidate Sherrie Cohen hosts Campaign Kickoff at Win Win Coffee Bar, 931 Spring Garden St., 5:30 p.m. For info: cohen4council@gmail.com.
Jan. 30- Judicial candidate Nicola Serianni hosts Meet-&-Greet Fundraiser at Sassafras, 48 S. 2nd St., 6-8 p.m. Contribution levels: Young Professionals $50, Friends $100, Supporters $250, Hosts $500. For info: Kelson Northeimer (717) 420-6533 or krnortheimer@gmail.com.
Feb. 2- State Rep. Angel Cruz hosts Medicare Benefits Information Session at 3503 N B S, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info: (215) 291-5643.
Feb. 3- Congressman Dwight Evans hosts Super Bowl Party at Relish Restaurant, 7152 Ogontz Ave., 6 p.m. Tickets: $40 before game, $50 at door. Sponsorships: Coach $250, Owner $500, Commissioner $1,000. For info: Terri@DwightEvans.com or (215) 242-3213.
Feb. 4- State Rep. Angel Cruz hosts Information Session on Medicare Benefits Changes at 3503 N. B St., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info: (215) 291-5643.
Feb. 7- State Sen. Sharif Street hosts Reception at Galdo’s Catering, 1933 W. Moyamensing Ave., 5:30-7 p.m. Contribution levels: Platinum $10,000, Gold $5,000, Silver $2,500, Bronze $1,000, VIP $500, Guests $250. Payable to “Friends of Sharif Street,” P.O. Box 28854, Phila., PA 19151. For info: (2567) 275-2120
Feb. 7- City Commission candidate Kahlil Williams is hosted Young Professionals Event at Attico Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, 219 S. Broad St., 6-8 p.m. Hosts $250, Supporters $150, Friends $50, Guests $25. Payable to “Kahlil for Philly,” P.O. Box 58048, Phila., PA 19102. For info: Catherine McParland (267) 475-6953 or cat@kahlilforphilly.com.
Feb. 19- First day to circulate and file nominating petitions.
Feb. 22- Judicial candidate Janine Momasso announces Campaign Launch at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse, 20th & JFK Blvd., 5:30-7 p.m.
Feb. 22- 44th Ward Democratic Committee hosts Evening of Jazz & Petition Party at Danny’s Banquet Ha., 1 N. 50th St., 6-10 p.m. Tickets: $150. Payable to “WARD 44.” RSVP by Feb. 19: (215) 429-4819.
Feb. 23- 13th Ward Democratic Committee hosts Candidates Petition Signing and Re-Registration Chat & Chew at Treasures, 5549 Germantown Ave., 2-6 p.m. Free to all residents & community groups. Candidates & Sponsors: $200. Payable to: 13th Ward Democratic Executive Committee. P.O. Box 25563, Phila., PA 19140. For info: Cynthia Parker (215) 704-4461 or Virnelda Haines (215) 704-1815.
Feb. 28- City Commissioner Al Schmidt hosts Fundraiser at Grey Lodge Pub, 6235 Frankford Ave. Tickets: $40. Payable to “Friends of Al Schmidt,” P.O. Box 18538, Phila., PA19129.
Mar. 1- 65th Ward Democratic Committee hosts Fundraiser at Ashburner Inn, 8400 Torresdale Ave., 6-9 p.m. Tickets: $50. Payable to “Friends of the 65th Ward.” For info: John Donohue (267) 334-3775 or Colleen Scalici (215) 500-0617.
Mar. 8- 57th Ward Democratic Committee hosts St. Patrick’s Party at Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Rd., 7-11 p.m. Tickets: $40, candidates $100. For info: (267) 773-3251.
Apr. 27- Ducky Birts hosts Medallion Scholarship Banquet at Santerian Ha., 101 Ashmead Rd., Cheltenham, Pa., 12-4 p.m. For info: (215) 242-1220.