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MLK Day events, volunteer opportunities

Posted on 16 January 2015 by WestPhillyLocal.com

mlk-day-logoMartin Luther King, Jr. Day is rapidly approaching, and there are many opportunities to volunteer and celebrate starting this weekend. An hour or two of your time is all it takes to make a difference on this special day. If you know of any opportunities or events not mentioned on this list please take the opportunity to share in the comments below. And go to www.mlkdayofservice.org to find more events in your area.

 

MLK Day of Service at Bartram’s Garden

54th and Lindbergh Blvd.

Jan. 19, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Your volunteering will make a difference at Bartram’s Garden, where you will be inspired by the Garden. You will also get a free T Shirt and Lunch!

To register email tgreenberg@bartramsgarden.org

 

“What’s in your mind? What’s in your hands?”

Organized by the Philadelphia Community of Leaders

Harambee Charter School – 640 N. 66th Street

Bartram High School – 2401 S. 67th Street

Jan. 19, from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

At these two locations you will find an organized community celebration with open discussion and teach-in, an opportunity to learn about the role people young and old play in creating awareness to social justice and consciousness raising. Everyone will be invited to learn about the legacy of activism by Dr. King. There will then be an opportunity to speak out about the agenda for increasing activism in 2015 as well as recognizing those who have been consistent in their efforts in our collective advancement and forward progress.  Continue Reading

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MLK Day events, service opportunities in West Philly

Posted on 20 January 2013 by WPL

mlk-day-logoHere’s how you can get involved in the Day of Service and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King on Monday, Jan. 21.

 

SERVICE PROJECTS

Who: Bartram’s Garden

Where: 400 Lindbergh Boulevard

When: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

What: Volunteers are needed to assist with projects in Bartram’s Garden, including clearing around the split rail fence border of the central historic garden; removal of small trees, vines, and other invasive plant materials along the rail fence line; and light fence repairs and garden clean up. To register for this volunteer event, please email Head Gardener, Todd Greenberg, at tgreenberg@bartramsgarden.org.

 

Who: UC Green, USciences and Woodlands Cemetery

Where: The Woodlands Cemetery, 40th and Woodland

When: 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m.

What:  Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service will start at the Woodlands Cemetery. Volunteers are needed to work in the cemetery, at the SEPTA garden portal and the triangle at Baltimore and 41st Street to beautify the area. Lunch will be provided by Woodlands. For more information or to sign up call 215-573-4684 or email: wharris@ucgreen.org.

 

MARCHES/CELEBRATIONS

MLK Day with Reverend Paul “Earthquake” Moore

Paul “Earthquake” Moore hosts the 18th Annual celebration of Dr. King. In an effort to promote peace and to honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Moore has organized a community clean up from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and a historical reenactment march starting at 4:00 p.m. at 65th and Woodland Avenue. The march will end at 7001 Woodland (New Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church). A celebration of Dr. King with gospel singers and praise dancers begins at 5:00 p.m. For more information, call Paul “Earthquake” Moore at 215-386-2696 or email: earth_quake1@hotmail.com. Donations: PO BOX 5323 Philadelphia PA 19142.

MLK Day Speak-Out for Jobs, Education & Justice

A special MLK Day Speak-Out for Jobs, Education and Justice will be held at 52nd and Market Sts., beginning at 1:00 p.m.

 

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What’s happening for MLK day in West Philadelphia? A guide to volunteering and celebrating

Posted on 15 January 2012 by emmae

Whether you’re looking to get involved in the Day of Service by lending a hand to a great West Philly school or organization, celebrate with others looking to think and explore King’s legacy, or donate to folks in need, check out the listings below to see how West Philadelphians will be paying tribute to the spirit of Dr. King this MLK day, Monday, Jan. 16.

SERVICE PROJECTS
 
Who: Bartram’s Garden

Where: 400 Lindbergh Boulevard

When: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

What: 4th annual Martin Luther King Day of Service Project! This year’s project is going to be working around a newly planted orchard as part of a larger farm and community resource center that we have been developing with The Urban Nutrition Initiative, Pennsylvania Horticulture Society, Philadelphia Orchard Project, and other community partners. On MLK Day we will be specifically focusing on clearing and preparing an area adjacent transitional border between the open orchard space and a wooded area. Our goal is to plant berry bushes, smaller understory fruiting trees such as pawpaw and persimmon, and maximize as much of the area for food producing and edible plants as part of the larger farm project. Volunteers will meet at Bartram’s Garden in our coach house (signs will be posted to direct folks when they arrive). Gloves, Tools, Water, and Lunch will be provided (lunch will be at noon). Please wear outdoor work attire such as warm clothes, sturdy foot wear, etc…as it is an outdoor project in mid January. This is a rain or shine event and moderate to heavy duty work. All are welcome to sign up but please keep in mind the nature of the project.

Lunch provided? Yes

Contact/RSVP: volunteer@bartramsgarden.org or call 215-729-5281 x 105

 

Who: The Church of the Holy Apostles & The Mediator

Where: 51st & Spruce Streets

When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

What: Throwing out old and broken toys and equipment, repairing basketball nets. Painting and decorating the youth room and hall. Must be able to paint and use a ladder.

Lunch provided? Yes

Contact/RSVP: janispmoore@hotmail.com, 267-322-8795

 

Who: GEORGE T. CORNISH POST 292 (AMERICAN LEGION)

Where: 4812 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE

When: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

What: During the month of December there will be a donation box located in the Post. We would like donations of new or gently used men’s clothing, new packages of socks and toiletries. On MLK Day the volunteers will assist in sorting of the clothing. The doors of the Post will then be open to those in need to come and select their items.

Lunch provided? no

Contact/RSVP: Bryant Horsely, 267-640-3516, BLHMLH@VERIZON.NET

 

Who: Philadelphia Veterans Comfort House

Where: 4108 Baltimore Avenue

When: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

What: The Philadelphia Veterans Comfort House (PVCH) provides services for our veterans while they undergo treatment for serious health issues at the local VA hospital and also a shelter for homeless veterans in their time of need. Through meals, comfortable beds and a helping hand, the PVCH gives a little back to the men and women who have given so much for our country. On MLK day, volunteers will be painting the floor and re-arranging the basement to make it more comfortable and pleasant for veterans who live there.

Lunch provided? yes

Contact/RSVP: David Kamioner at dkam@vetscomforthouse.org or 267-292-2052.

 

Who: Sherwood Christian Outreach Center

Where: 5543 Willows Ave.

When: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

What: Painting project of the gym area.

Lunch provided? yes

Contact/RSVP: Ann Marie Gore, 215-747-2685, marie8652@verizon.net

 

Who: University of Pennsylvania Community Beautification Projects

Where: Comegys and Huey Elementary Schools, Sayre Recreation Center, and the Community Education Center in West Philadelphia.

When: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

What: Projects vary at the different sites.  Meet at Houston Hall, Hall of Flags, 3417 Spruce Street.  Come dressed for cleaning and painting. Complimentary parking for volunteers will be provided at the following locations: Lot #1 (between 32nd and 33rd and Walnut Sts) and Lot #19 (Northeast corner of 34th and Chestnut Sts). Transportation will be provided to and from Houston Hall (3417 Spruce Street) to the sites.

Lunch provided? Light refreshments only

Contact/RSVP: (please Cut and Paste into your browser): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dFJpRC1uVk44ZlV2d2VkeVFnbC14N1E6MQ#gid=0

 

Who: University of Pennsylvania Helping Hands & Philadelphia Reads @ Houston Hall

Where: For Philadelphia Reads, meet in the Benjamin Franklin Room of Houston Hall. For Helping Hands, meet in the Reading Room and Bodek Lounge. Houston Hall is located at 3417 Spruce Street.

When: 9:30 – 12:30 p.m.

What: For Philadelphia Reads, volunteers will create books on tape to promote literacy for Philadelphia youth. Participants are asked to bring and donate a children’s book(s) that discusses multi-cultural issues relating to children. For Helping Hands, volunteers will create personal gifts that will be donated to West Philadelphia area shelters, nursing homes, hospitals, and other charities. Complimentary parking for volunteers will be provided at the following locations: Lot #1 (between 32nd and 33rd and Walnut Streets) and Lot #19 (Northeast corner of 34th and Chestnut Streets).

Lunch provided? no

Contact/RSVP: (please Cut and Paste into your browser): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_US&formkey=dFJpRC1uVk44ZlV2d2VkeVFnbC14N1E6MQ#gid=0

 

MARCHES/CELEBRATIONS

 

MLK Day with Reverend Paul “Earthquake” Moore
“Nobody wants peace on Philadelphia’s streets more than I do, and no Philadelphian has fought harder to reach that goal,” says Reverend Paul “Earthquake” Moore, a fighter turned Reverend that has worked tirelessly to serve the community of Southwest Philadelphia and improve quality of life through anti-violence work, youth advocacy and community beautification initiatives. The afternoon program kicks off with a re-enactment march at 65th and Woodland in which participants are encouraged to bring signs recalling the “we shall overcome” spirit of the MLK era. The march will end at the New Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church where Reverend Moore will deliver the famous “I Have A Dream” speech, followed by gospel singers and praise dancers from the church community.  4 p.m., New Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 7001 Woodland Ave. 215-385-2696. 

Stand Up for MLK’s Legacy with Occupy Philly
Martin Luther King died fighting for economic justice and dignity for all. The march will start at the east side of 30th street station and go to the Post Office and then to American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) facility at 30th and Walnut Sts. for an indoor program. Labor struggles will be highlighted by Pete Matthews, AFSCME DC33, John Johnson Jr., Transport Workers Union 234, Henry Nicholas, Hospital Workers1199-C, Gwen Ivey of the American Postal Workers Union, UNITE HERE worker from Citizen’s Bank Park, Eileen Duffy, a Philadelphia Federation of Teachers school nurse.  Educator and activist Tony Monteiro and Poet/educator Ewuare Osayande will reflect on the legacy of Dr. King. Also, Josh Glenn from Youth Arts Self Empowerment Project will talk about the school to prison pipe line, and Whitney Larkins from the Occupy Labor Group will reenact a speech of Coretta Scott King. Video of Dr. King and the “Occupy Union Busters” Nursing Home Action will be shown. Music, poetry and more. 5 pm. Assemble at 30th St. Station (East Side)For more information email: occupyphillylabor@googlegroups.com

 

DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

 

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia seeks new toys, games, and other supplies to help their child patients to cope and adjust to illness and hospitalization.  Year-round. 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.  34th Street and Civic Center Blvd. Contact the Toy Donation Line at 267-426-8174, ChildLife@email.chop.edu. http://www.chop.edu/service/child-life-education-and-creative-arts-therapy/donations/toy-donations.html

Operation Warm Hearts seeks blankets to help Philadelphia homeless through the cold winter months. Through 3/1. Contact Fareeda Mabry, 267-707-8979.

Drop off locations:
Rondney Harris Splitten Wigz Barbershop, 48 North 52nd Street, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Bluford Elementary, 5801 Media Street 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Philadelphia Reads seeks new and gently used children’s books, Pre-K through Young Adult, for distribution to classroom teachers at the citywide Children’s Book Bank. Through 1/16. Contact  (215) 590-2819, info@philareads.org.

Drop off locations:
Beulah Baptist Church, 50th & Spruce Streets, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
American Legion Post 292, 4812 Fairmount Avenue, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The Partnership CDC, 4020 Market Street, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Philadelphia Veterans Comfort House seeks men’s clothing, perishable or non-perishable food, household cleaners and personal hygiene items. Through 1/16.  4108 Baltimore Avenue. Call 267-292-2052 for drop-off hours. 

Emma Eisenberg

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