presents
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News From The Coalition, Inc. |
Friday 19 December 2008 |
Volume 3, Number 16 |
The Coalition, Inc. Board of Directors Gary R. Adams, President John E. Churchville, Treasurer Yvonne Haughton, Secretary Members: Josephine Blow, Patricia Coyne,
Stanley Daniels, Tom Henry, Calvin
Johnson, Angela Mohammed, Abdul
Malik Raheem Table of content For Our Children … 02 This Week … 07 Employment and Training
Opportunities … 10 Health Matters …12 Green Piece … 13 Grants, Scholarships & Instruction…
14 SpotLight … 18 Arts for Awareness … 18 Coming Up …19 Computers and Technology … 22 A Hand Up … 23 On The Airways … 24 Page 02 If this publication is being forwarded to
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return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 04 All difficult things have their
origin in that which is easy,
and great things in that which
is small. JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
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return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 05 For her birthday woman got a full-grown
parrot, which had developed a poor
attitude and a vocabulary of rude and
insulting phrases. The woman tried very
hard to correct the parrot’s behavior, she
would speak calmly and patiently for
hours on end to instill polite words and a
positive attitude, but nothing worked. She
became very frustrated, and one day she
simply lost it. She yelled at the bird, and
the bird got worse. She shook the bird, the
bird got angrier and ruder. In desperation
she shoved the parrot in the freezer. For a
few moments she heard the bird flapping.
squawking and screaming, then suddenly...
nothing. Fearing she may have injured the bird, she
quickly opened the freezer door. The
parrot calmly stepped out and gently
lighted on her forearm and said; “I’m sorry
that I might have offended you with my
rude behavior and comments, and I ask
that you may forgive me. I will be dilligent
in mproving my demeanor.” She was amazed at sudden change, (cont.) Page 06 when the parrot continued... “By the way,
may I inquire just what did the turkey do?” Volunteers are still needed to
help organize the first
INTER-FAITH COMMUNITY Page 07 The future belongs to those who believe
in the beauty of their dreams. JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 08 JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 09 He who does not trust enough, Will not
be trusted. JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 10 A child came home from her first day at
school, her father asked, “Well, what did
you learn today?” The little girl replies, “Not enough, they want me to come back
tomorrow.” Reach for the moon, even if
you miss you'll be among the
stars. page 11 What is it about the job of the
vice-president that seems to
dissolve all common sense?
Most of us remember the Dan
Quayle experience, but the
self-proclaimed creator of the
Internet has enough of his
own to take us through to the
end of the year… "People that are really very
weird can get into sensitive
positions and have
tremendous impact on
history." As promised, Mr. Gore’s faux pas’ lasted the year out. We hope you may have gotten some amusement from his verbal miscues. But honestly, it could happen to anybody... This space reserved for Joe
Biden page 12 JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com page 13 Whatever you do may seem
insignificant to you, but it is
most important that you do
it. JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com The Raw Family Newsletter page 14 Life shrinks or expands in proportion to
one's courage. page 15 Sherlock Holmes and his trusty
assistant Dr. Watson were on a camping
trip. They had gone to bed and were
lying there looking up at the sky,
Holmes said, “Watson, look up and tell
me what you see.” “Well, I see thousands of stars,” he
replied. “And what does that tell you? asked
Holmes. “I guess it means we’re going to have
another nice day tomorrow. What does
it mean to you?” “To me it means that someone has
stolen our tent.” Submit you own humor, and let us know
how funny you can be. We definitely need
the help. ; ) JOIN THE COALITION! To join The Coalition, Inc. go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 16 Merely external emancipation has
made of the modern woman an artificial
being. Now, woman is confronted with
the necessity of emancipating herself
from emancipation, if she really desires
to be free.Emma Goldman JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 17 As noted by the folks at the NLNA there is a site on which you can enter your address or zip code and get information (news, crimes, historical pictures) about that particular area. You can access the main site for
Philadelphia via
http://philly.everyblock.com/ and enter
your address or zip or neighborhood to get
more information. Page 18 We will be SpotLighting members and
organizations. If you wish to have your
organization spotlighted, forward to us
information on your primary mission, your
current projects and/or how you would
want other members of The Coalition, Inc.
to be involved. Many of us are already
being a support to one another, but there
is plenty of room for improvement. Page 19 I have found that among its other
benefits, giving liberates the soul of
the giver. Page 20 A magician had been working on a
cruise ship doing the same act for
many years. The audiences like him,
and they change often enough that he
doesn’t have to worry about finding
new tricks. but the captain’s parrot
sits in the back row and watches him
night after night, year after year. After
a while, the parrot figures out how the
tricks work and starts giving the
secrets away to the audiences. When
the magician makes a bouquet of
flowers disappear, for instance, the
parrot sqawks, “Behind his back!
Behind his back! Well, the magician
gets really annoyed at this, but doesn’t
know what to do, since the parrot
belongs to the captain. One day, the
ship springs a leak and sinks. The
magician manages to grab a plank od
wood and floats on it. The parrot flies
over and sits on the other end. They
drift and drift for days without
speaking. Finally the parrot looks over
at the magician and says, “Okay, I
give up. Where did you hide the ship? Submit you own humor, and let us
know how funny you can be. We
definitely need the help. ; ) Page 21 JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to
usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 22 "Behold how good and how pleasant
it is for brethren to dwell together in
unity." page 23 JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
to:TheCoalitionInc.organd download a
copy of the Pledge of Commitment and
return it to usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com page 24 Word Of The Week noisome \NOY-sum\: Noxious; harmful;
unwholesome. Offensive to the smell or
other senses; disgusting. |
Greetings Coalition Family! Happy Holidays to All! Please take time for family and friends, and extend a hand to those who may need a
little extra from you. Coalition members will be joining Sankofa of Roxborough for their 4th annual Kwanza
celebration at Kendric Recreation Center, Saturday, December 27. (See ‘This Week’
pg. 7) Bring the family and meet some of the pioneers of this great effort! The next meeting for the annual Week of Peace will be held January 13th at
Kingsessing Recreation Center, 50th Street and Kingsessing Avenue at 7:00 pm.
Organizations who wish to participate in the activities for that week should have a
representative present. Family, word of our endeavors continues to spread. Through Eight Cities Map, we are
now reaching more than one hundred fifty-five countries! Check out Eight Cities Map
at www.eightcitiesmap.com We want to hear from you! The Coalition, Inc. website is open! This is our website, let us build it together! Let us know
what you think. Have a safe and happy holiday season, see you next year!
"It is through cooperation, rather than conflict, that your greatest successes will be
derived…" Ralph Charell. FOR OUR CHILDREN
You Have Something On Your Mind?Being a teen isn’t easy these days. If you need someone to talk to about issues that
are important to you... Visit a Youth of Promise Drop-In Counseling Center You can get on-the-spot advice from trained professionals who care and understand
OR get information about other local counseling services. Also: Check out our After School Enrichment Program Enrolling Now!
Youth 10 – 16! · Get help with your homework · Learn conflict resolution skills · Receive adolescent healthy decision-making · Get counseling around issues important to you · Learn new computer skills · Have a nutritious dinner · Play games and have fun Turning the TideTaylor Tabernacle Church
425 So. 61st Street, 2nd Fl. Philadellphia, PA 19143 215.472.8628 -or- IDAAYMyers Recreational Center
5800 Kingsessing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143 215.727.7060 ------------------ The ideal high school guidance counselor to student ratio is about 100 to 1. Mayor
Nutter's goal is to have at least half of Philadelphia high school graduates go to
college. Presently 18% of Philadelphians have a college degree. An article in this
weekends Inquirer http://www.philly.com/philly/news/local/36121124.html highlights
the difficulties of meeting this goal. On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, there are several resources to help
families, friends, counselors, health care providers and teens, navigate the complex
process of college prep and admissions. Under the Education handout see College Prep/Scholarships that lists resources
such as Gear Up, White Williams Scholars, Philadelphia Futures, Steeping Stone
Scholars, Children's Scholarship Fund, College Access Program, Gateway to College
and most recently added, Know How to Go and Graduate Philadelphia. Also on the Teen handout, you will find many of the same resources. With such a shortage of guidance counselors, and with the success of our students
and with it our city at stake, we must ALL be acutely aware of the educational
resources to help students and families in need. Daniel R. Taylor, D.O., FAAP Assistant Professor Drexel University College of Medicine Director Community Pediatrics and Child Advocacy City Administrator Cap4Kids www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Front and Erie Philadelphia, PA 19134 -------- Annual “NUTCRACKER” Performance With Pages To Pirouettes. December 21, 2008 2 PM Parkway Central Library Montgomery Auditorium 1901 Vine Street Philadelphia, PA 215.686.5415 FREE! ----------------- Area Girl Scouts looking for women of achievement For more than two decades, the Girl Scouts have honored women who demonstrate
the highest levels of achievement in their fields and serve as role models to the next
generation of women leaders. Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania is continuing this historic tradition and seeking
nominations for women to recognize at its 23rd Annual Take the Lead ceremonies.
The event will be held Monday, March 2, 2009 at the Four Seasons Hotel in
Philadelphia. The deadline for nominations is Monday, December 8, 2008. Take the Lead honors women from the Philadelphia region considered role models
for girls and who exemplify the highest ideals of Girl Scouting. “The Take the Lead award recipients are women whose professional achievements
and contributions to the community cannot be overlooked,” said Ann Meredith, Chief
Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. “They are the female
leaders girls want to emulate.” Last year’s awardees included Dr. Amy Gutmann, president of the University of
Pennsylvania; Lisa Nutter, president of Philadelphia Academies, Inc.; and Melissa
Fitzgerald, a local actress, producer and art director. The Take the Lead awards ceremony is conducted entirely by Girl Scouts who also
have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with the honorees and learn from them. Funds raised from Take the Lead provide support to the more than 40,000 girls and
15,000 volunteers of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. To submit a nomination, download an application online or contact Joni Brennan by
email, by mail at GSEP, P.O. Box 27540, Philadelphia, PA 19118 or by phone at
1-888-564-4657. ------------------- AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM In Philadelphia there are many latchkey children, children without role models, sedentary children, and Generation I (internet) children spending hours in front of a screen (TV and/or computer). ALL of these children have hidden or untapped talents and potential. The After School Program handout www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia on Cap4Kids
http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/after_school_programs_camps.html lists hundreds of activities to help children and teens realize their potentials
and at the same time decrease their risk taking behaviors. From Squash to Tennis,
Horse Back Riding to Training for Marathons, Mural Art making to Music recording. The programs are many and the need is many. PLEASE help families in need find
specific activities that interest our children and use the Cap4Kids After School
handout to help bridge the gap between families in need and the social service
agencies that serve them. Thanks. Daniel R. Taylor, D.O., FAAP Assistant Professor Drexel University College of Medicine Director Community Pediatrics and Child Advocacy City Administrator Cap4Kids www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Front and Erie Philadelphia, PA 19134 ------------
Familynet This program provides parents with access to Familet, a computer service that allows
parents to track their children’s grades and test scores and to access educational
resources. The program offers parents training on how to access and use these services. The School District of Philadelphia has arrangements with several computer dealers
to offer parents who need a computer or internet access hardware and software at a
discounted price. For more information call: 215.701.6507
----------- For My Daughter Library is a new after-school, Saturday and summer time community based Library and
resource center, which provides programs and services for Daughters ages 8-14, and
their families. For My Daughter Library wants children in the community to understand the
importance of recycling and resource conservation. In an effort to lead by example
For My Daughter Library was created with recycled furnishings, energy efficient
lighting and up to date, previously owned, gently loved books and materials. Even the
interior paint is Eco-friendly! For My Daughter Library offers opportunities to learn languages, access higher
education and strengthen environmental, family, community and self-respect and
more in a safe, girl-friendly and relaxed atmosphere for Daughters. And library
membership is FREE to youth ages 8 - 14! For My Daughter Library also offers physical programs such as Skiing and Dragon boat Racing and promote health and family activities. For more information contact Yvonne Haughton director@formydaughter.org Or call 267-795-7811. ------------- Parenting: a tough Task! Confident Parents = Confident Kids Please join us to: · Learn and share, techniques for being a confident parent · Share your knowledge with other parents · Discuss your concerns · Listen to guest speakers on a variety of topics Some subjects and questions we will discuss and find answers to are: When my child does …………. What do I do? Boundaries: Setting Limits – Establishing and enforcing family rules What is the difference between discipline and punishment? Forms of effective discipline What is ADHD? How do I recognize a drug problem? Health care needs What is child abuse/neglect? Where do I go for help? How can I work effectively with my school to get my child’s needs met? YOU MAY HAVE THE ANSWER FOR ANOTHER PARENT EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM YOU’VE
ALREADY HAD. When: Thursday evenings 6 PM – 8 PM Where: Presbyterian Children’s’ Village 6517 Chester Avenue 19142 To register, or get more information, contact: Ms. Lauretta Keeys 215.730.2247 A light dinner will be served Tokens for transportation Child care for up to 2 children per family Bring a friend ------------------- Online resources for parents: www.chestercountymoms.com,
www.germantownavenueparents.com, www.norristownmom.com. This Week… Memorial Service for Philadelphia Police Sergeant Timothy Simpson Please join Mayor Michael A. Nutter, City of Philadelphia Administration, Police
Department leadership and personnel and the Religious Leaders Council of Greater
Philadelphia at an Interfaith Memorial Service for Philadelphia Police Sergeant
Timothy Simpson slain in the line of duty while protecting our city. The memorial service is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 22, 2008 and will
be convened at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, situated at 18th and
Benjamin Franklin Parkway. ---------------- Kwanzaa Celebration
KUJICHAGULIA- Self Determination
One-Day community event for residents to share, learn, and celebrate family, Unity, and heritage. WHEN: Saturday, December 27,2008 WHERE: Kendrick Recreation Center 5822 Ridge Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19128 TIME: Noon to 4:00pm WHO: 4th Annual Community Kwanzaa Celebration is sponsored by Sankofa
Association of Roxborough in partnership with Kendrick Recreation Center, sponsors
include: Acme Supermarket, Shop-Rite Supermarket, Shades of Africa, Pepsi Cola
Bottling Co., Luster Products, Inc., GBL Sales Inc, Stop The Madness-Stop The
Violence, Inc, and Reading Terminal Market. WHAT: The “Kwanzaa Celebration” will provide Youth Arts and Crafts from
noon-1pm, Kinara Candle Lighting Ceremony, feature performances by “Harambee
Charter School World Cultural Drum Ensemble and Dancers,” 2nd Pilgrim Baptist
Church Vision Mime. Keynote Speaker will be Lillian Gaskins-Green, Ph.D. of
PASCEP Temple University. Community Awards, Essay Contest Winners from
Cook-Wissahickon, William Levering and Shawmont Elementary School, W.B Saul
and Roxborough High School. The event is free. There will be door prizes, vendors, and food Sankofa Association of Roxborough is a proud member of The Coalition, Inc. --------------- Do you know a needy family? The Philadelphia Congress of the National Congress of Black Women have teamed up
with the Gilbane Building Company to help families this holiday season to give
outreach, support and serve the needy. Read the the details here:
http://pcncbw.blogspot.com/2008/12/do-you-know-family-in-need.html ------------- Mount Olive Food Give-AwayMount Olive Baptist Church
5501 Locust Street Philadelphia. PA will be giving away food on Saturday, December 20th 12 noon to 2:30 PM, and Wednesday, December 31st 8:00 Pm End of Year Service All Are Welcome! --------------- Lansdale, PA: Seeking volunteers for Manna on Main Street Interested in making soups or casseroles, or serving an afternoon meal? The Manna
on Main Street soup kitchen in Lansdale can always use a helping hand this holiday
season. If enough people are interested (4-6 volunteers), this could potentially be an
ICON event. E-mail Dave Hong with any interest: dave.hong@iconphiladelphia.org Read more info on Manna: http://www.mannaonmain.org ---------------- Illinois Fatherhood Initiative "We Can Do It" 2009 Raffle
Your chance to attend the inauguration of President-Elect Barack Obama and to
support the work of The Black Star Project GRAND PRIZE: An "Inauguration 2009 Celebration Package" for two (2) including tickets to the 2009
presidential inauguration, tickets to the Illinois Ball, three nights accommodations,
round-trip airfare from Chicago, and a private car and driver to and from the
inauguration and ball. 1st PRIZES (2): Each First-Prize winner will receive an autographed copy of the book entitled The
Audacity of Hope, the second book written by President-Elect Barack Obama. 2nd PRIZES (20): Commemorative Issue of the 2008 Presidential Election of the Chicago Tribune. Proceeds will benefit the programs of The Black Star Project and its mission of
educating children, parents and communities and the Illinois Fatherhood Initiative.
Drawing will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2009. The winner will be announced on
Tuesday, January 6, 2009. Winners need not be present to win. Please visit
www.4fathers.org to purchase your raffle tickets or for more information. When filling out the raffle form you must select "Black Star Volunteer" (under "Tell us how you heard about the raffle") for us to get credit for your entry. You must be 18 years old and a resident of Illinois to participate. Raffle tickets cost $20.00 for one or $100.00 for six. EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Job Announcement: Outreach Coordinator for Philadelphia Date of Posting: December 10, 2008 Deadline for Application: January 16, 2009 Description: Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future (PennFuture), a statewide public
interest membership organization, seeks qualified applicants for an 18-month,
full-time position in our Philadelphia office to serve as Outreach Coordinator for
Philadelphia, coordinating a local riverfront campaign and assisting in other outreach
responsibilities in the area. Job Duties: The successful applicant will be responsible for the following activities as
part of PennFuture’s Next Great City campaign: - Develop and execute a campaign plan for creating public riverfronts in
Philadelphia. - Build a united voice for Philadelphia’s riverfronts by creating diverse coalition
of organizations, businesses and individuals to support and engage in the campaign. - Cultivate relationships with Philadelphia City Council members, City Planning
Commissioners, Philadelphia Water Department staff and others within the city
government who have a stake in riverfront planning. - Educate residents about the campaign and engage them in various activities. - Represent PennFuture and the riverfront coalition in the media. - Create and disseminate materials such as maps, brochures, reports and other
supporting documents. - Provide assistance on general Next Great City campaign, such as contributing
to website and newsletter and organizing meetings. - Generate support for PennFuture’s policy campaigns in the Philadelphia area,
and conduct other outreach tasks including membership development and organizing
special events. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of the region and
be positioned to network easily within key constituencies identified (riverfront
neighborhoods, recreational groups, and developers specifically). Familiarity with
riverfront issues such as buffers, recreational trail development, and ecological
restoration is desired. Prior experience and demonstrable ability for public speaking,
presentations and community organizing required. Proficiency with basic computer
skills including word processing, e-mail, and Internet applications required. The
successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to handle multiple tasks at
once. Specifications: Funding for this position is only guaranteed for 18-months, however
an extension of this source as well the acquisition of other funding is probable.
Evening and weekend hours are occasionally required. Competitive salary and
benefits including health, life and disability insurance and generous vacation is
included. PennFuture is an equal opportunity employer. To apply: Send cover letter, resume, two writing samples and a list of at least three
references by January 16, 2008 to Christine Knapp, Director of Outreach at knapp at
pennfuture dot org. Background: Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future (PennFuture) is a statewide public interest
membership organization working to create a just future where nature, communities
and the economy thrive. PennFuture has offices in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg,
Philadelphia, West Chester and Wilkes-Barre and a staff that includes attorneys,
media professionals, government relations experts, outreach professionals and
administrative support. PennFuture operates the following programs: Global Warming, PennFuture’s Center
for Energy, Enterprise and the Environment, Healthy Watersheds, Healthy Air, Smart
Growth, and Legal Protection of Public Health and the Environment. We conduct
issue campaigns, mobilize our members, network with local, state, regional and
national environmental organizations, conduct policy analysis and advocacy, and
provide legal services to our members and conservation, sportsmen’s and
environmental groups. PennFuture is Pennsylvania’s most professional, effective
environmental organization with a proven track record of important
accomplishments. We strongly believe that every environmental victory grows the
economy. Learn more about PennFuture at www.pennfuture.org. For the past three years, PennFuture has been the convening organization behind the
Next Great City initiative. The initiative is backed by a coalition of over 100
organizations in Philadelphia all supporting a 10-point, common-sense and
cost-effective environmental policy agenda. The project has resulted in many
successes, such as the expansion of recycling, funding and restructuring of
leadership for Fairmount Park, and the reallocation of the way stormwater fees are
collected. Among the initiative’s recommendations is for Philadelphia to create public
riverfronts that will strengthen river neighborhoods, provide miles of trails, parks,
boardwalks and wetland for residents and visitors to enjoy, improve water quality and
attracts new development and other amenities. To learn more about the Next Great City campaign, visit www.nextgreatcity.org. Christine Knapp Director of Outreach Citizens for Pennsylvania's Future (PennFuture) 1518 Walnut St, Suite 1100 Philadelphia PA 19102 P 215-545-9692 F 215-545-9637 www.pennfuture.org www.nextgreatcity.org HEALTH MATTERS OLDER ADULT and SENIORS HEALTHY STRETCH Personal Trainer Stephanie G. Will host classes for older adults and seniors EVERY WEDNESDAY ~ 10am - 11am. FREE screening and educational information No matter how old you are, exercise can improve your quality of life and you don't have to spend a lot of time doing it to see and feel improvements. Older adults and seniors need to engage in cardio, strength training and flexibility exercises to stay healthy and maintain as much strength and functionality as possible. Location: Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church 5620 Wyalusing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131 Time: 10am - 11am EVERY WEDNESDAY FREE screening and educational information. Questions please call the church at: 215-747-2600 Cost: $3.00 For bookings and speaking engagements contact: Raveena Media Group Ph: 267-386-8204 ext. 2 ~ Email: raveenamediagroup@gmail.com ----------- GREEN PIECE The 2009 Philadelphia Sustainability Awards are now open for nominations! This year, Philly.com's Green section will profile the winners. All nominations due Friday, January 9, 2009. http://www.philadelphiasustainabilityawards.org/ --------------- January Arborist Short Course Arborist Short Course January 7th & 8th, 15th & 16th, 2009 Penn State Great Valley, Malvern, PA Penn State Cooperative Extension - Chester County, and the International Society of Arboriculture - Penn Del Chapter, will hold the Arborist Short Course at Penn State Great Valley, Malvern, Pennsylvania January 7th , 8th, 15th, and 16th. This four day course is designed to increase your working tree knowledge, professional arborist skills and prepare you for the ISA Certified Arborist exam. The course covers the following: tree biology, tree species identification, tree pruning and the ANSI A300 standards, tree selection, installation and establishment, trees and construction, assessment and risk management, woody ornamental diseases, ornamental woody pests, tree/ soil relationships, water management, nutrition and fertilization, climbing and working with trees, Safety ASI Z133, trees people and ecology, cabling and Bracing, and lightning protection. Cost is $250.00 with the arborist certification study guide and $200.00 without the arborist certification guide. Lunch is included for the course entirety. Enrollment is limited so please pre-register by December 26th. For additional information or to register, please contact the Extension Office at 610-696-3500, or visit the Chester County website http://chester.extension.psu.edu and click on Horticulture. Penn State is an affirmative action, equal opportunity university. ---------------- For sustainable enterprise go to Green Jobs Phillyhttp://www.greenjobsphilly.org/news ---------- GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTRUCTION Young ladies living in Philadelphia, in grades 9-12, from a single parent home. The Ellis Trust still has a large pot of money to spend on young ladies in grades 9 -
12. They can give up to $6,500 per student, per year towards educational assistance. They give money for: * special school supplies such as graphing calculators, lab equipment, books, etc. * tutoring (must be recommended by counselor) * college visits- group and individual * sports equipment and team participation fees * music, dance, theater and art lessons * college courses * after-school programs * $100 toward senior dues * college application fees * ACT/SAT's and transcript fees * CSS Profile for financial aid * TOEFL and transcript fees This is also a great opportunity for young ladies who may have wanted to participate in a summer program, but didn't have the funds to do it. If you know of anyone who may be interested please help them complete the application at
http://www.wwscholars.org/ellis/ Bernard A.Daniels BMT/CHR 215-597-2354----------- Christopher Columbus Awards: Innovation GenerationPosted December 15th, 2008 in Grant Opportunities Christopher Columbus Awards: Innovation Generation The Christopher Columbus Awards Program combines science and technology with
community problem solving. Students work in teams with the help of an adult coach
to identify an issue they care about and, using science and technology, work with
experts, conduct research, and put their ideas to the test to develop an innovative
solution. Maximum award: a $25,000 Columbus Foundation Community Grant and an
all-expense-paid trip to Walt Disney World to attend the program’s National
Championship Week, plus a $200 development grant to further refine their idea, and a
$2,000 U.S. Savings Bond for each team member. Eligibility: middle-school-age (sixth,
seventh, and eighth grade) children; teams do not need to be affiliated with a school
to enter. Deadline: February 9, 2009. http://www.christophercolumbusawards.com/ Student Achievement and Learning & Leadership GrantsPosted December 15th, 2008 in Grant Opportunities NEA Foundation Accepting Applications for Student Achievement and Learning &
Leadership Grants Programs Deadline: February 1, 2009; June 1, 2009; and October 15, 2009 The NEA Foundation (http://www.neafoundation.org/) supports a variety of efforts by
teachers, education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to
improve student learning in public schools, colleges, and universities across the
United States. The foundation is accepting applications for the following grant programs: The Learning & Leadership Grants program provides opportunities for teachers,
education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to engage in
high-quality professional development and lead their colleagues in professional
growth. Grants to individuals fund participation in professional development
experiences such as summer institutes and action research. Grants to groups fund
collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, and mentoring
experiences for faculty or staff new to an assignment. The grant amount is $2,000 for
individuals and $5,000 for groups. The Student Achievement Grants program provides grants of $5,000 each to improve
the academic achievement of students by engaging in critical thinking and problem
solving that deepen knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should
also improve students’ habits of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection.
Proposals for work resulting in low-income and minority student success with
honors, advanced placement, and other challenging curricula are particularly
encouraged. Grant funds may be used for resource materials, supplies, equipment,
transportation, software, and scholars-in-residence. Applicants must be practicing U.S. public school teachers in grades K-12, public
school education support professionals, or faculty and staff at public higher
education institutions. Visit the NEA Foundation Web site for complete grant program information. RFP Link: http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15016125/neafdn For additional RFPs in Education, visit:
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_education.jhtml Sustainable video competitionPosted December 15th, 2008 in Grant Opportunities JustDoOne.org Invites Sustainable Living Ideas Deadline: March 1, 2009 JustDoOne.org (http://www.justdoone.org/), an online community for sustainable
living, has issued a global call for personal green solutions. The Just Do One
organization invites ideas for more sustainable living summarized in short
YouTube-style videos. The organization will share the entries online, and the best
video entry, as judged by an expert panel, will win $5,000. Video entries may be up to three minutes in length. Entries will be accepted from
January 1 to March 1, 2009. Winners will be announced April 1, 2009, in time for
media coverage leading up to Earth Day. RFP Link: http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15016128/videocontest For additional RFPs in Environment, visit:
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_environment.jhtml --------- Quality of Life Grant Through the Quality of Life Grant program, families that care for children and adults
with autism and other special needs may receive funding to offset their enormous
financial burdens. These grants provide families with stipends that may be used for a
wide variety of supports related to their family member. To apply for funds http://www.neighborheart.org/grants.asp ----------------- The Ron Brown Scholars Program Seeks African-American high school info@ronbrown.org; ---------------------- SpotLight ON OUR EFFORTS Sankofa Association of Roxborough has been a member of The Coalition from its’
beginning, we are a cultural community organization whose mission is to preserve,
educate promote a greater awareness and appreciation of African-American history
and culture to our youth. It is our desire that this organization become an
educational vehicle for the cultivation of community collaboration and empowerment.
Resulting in on-going activities and events that increase the quality of life, foster
mutual respect and embrace our cultural diversity. SAR hosts three major
celebrations throughout the year: Black History Month, Juneteenth Heritage
Celebration and Kwanzaa. We work very closely with other Coalition members such
as C& C Athletic Assn, Stop the Madness, Stop the Violence, Father Paul Washington
Community Committee in co-promoting events throughout the city. For more information: Angela Mohammed 215.327.4976 ARTS FOR AWARENESS Community Of Compassion CDC
62nd Street and Cedar Avenue Presents Arts & Crafts like you’ve never seen it! Stampin’ up Craft Workshop
Hosted by Monica Williams
The workshop includes: · Creating Handbags, Jewelry · Embroidery · Greeting Cards for family & friends · The use of various stamping techniques that will challenge your creative side Invite your neighbors, family and friends
To sign up for these sessions Contact Monica at 302.373.2813 Bro. Brahin Ahmaddiya 215.514.5535 ------------------- “Panoramic Poetry” is EVERY 2nd & 3rd Friday of the Month YOU MUST request to
read, it is a Feature ONLY List Poetry Set Where: “OCTOBER GALLERY” – 701 Market Street Bldg., on the 3rd Floor. “Ross
Dept. Store” on Market St. Level. Mellon Center Bldg. This is Cheyney University’s
Center City Campus. Room # 319... Please enter from Market Street or 8th Street Side
entrance. When: Every 2nd and 3rd Friday What: “PANORAMIC POETRY” - POETS doing their thing – LYRICAL SPIRITS getting down. www.arttvnetwork.com {To view Previous Performances} PanoramicPoetry@OctoberGallery.com
------------- Jus’ Words at Dowlings Place
1310 No. Broad St. Phila Every Thurs. 9pm to 1am · Poets · Rappers · Singers · Spoken Word Artists $5.00 cover COMING UP Bilingual Domestic Violence Trainings Offered The Bilingual Domestic Violence Program at Lutheran Settlement House will be
offering its next 40 Hour Domestic Volunteer Training during January 2009. The purpose of this training is both to educate participants about domestic violence
and to prepare participants to volunteer or work at a domestic violence agency in the
Philadelphia area. This training is also open to professionals who want to increase their knowledge
about domestic violence and skill in working with domestic violence survivors, and
who do not plan to volunteer or work at a domestic violence agency. The cost for professionals who do not plan to volunteer with an agency $225. The training is free for volunteers. The project is also looking for volunteers to help answer the Philadelphia Domestic
Violence Hotline, and to assist with community education and outreach, counseling,
translation, court accompaniment, and other projects. It is in particular need of volunteers who are bilingual and/or are able to volunteer
during daytime hours. The training will run for two weeks in January between January 7th and January 16th. If you are interested in attending in your capacity as a professional, call Susanna Gilbertson 215-426-8610 x240 by December 15th. If you are interested in volunteering with the program and are interested in attending
the training, call Jacqueline Berry 215-426-8610 x274 LSH is located at 1340 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia. ---------- Join an Inspiring New Faith-Based Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence We invite Philadelphia area faith communities and community organizations to come together on January 17, 2009 and be part of the power of faith in action! HEEDING GOD's CALL - A GATHERING ON PEACE Join with other Philadelphia area faith communities in a day of prayer, education and
ACTION as we: Gather in houses of worship to pray and learn together Come together to raise our hearts and voices in worship and song Put our faith into ACTION in a public march and rally WHAT, WHEN, WHERE: 9:00 AM Programs for adults, youth and children. Prayer, workshops,
presentations, dialogue, art and more! Multiple houses of worship in the
Philadelphia area (listed on back). Go to www.peacegathering2009.org to reserve a
seat and a lunch (free of charge) at one of these 9 locations in the Philadelphia area. 1:30 PM Interfaith prayer service at Holy Ghost Church (The Met) at Broad &
Poplar. Multigenerational program featuring Dr. Vincent Harding, local clergy, youth
performance, praise & worship team. Children’s program featuring Charlotte Blake
Alston. 2:45 PM March and rally in front of a local gun store notorious for selling handguns
used to threaten, wound, maim and kill. March begins at Broad & Poplar. Rally at 9th & Spring Garden at approximately 3:30
PM. Together we’ll call for retailers of firearms to adopt a sensible Code of Conduct to
dramatically reduce the illegal trafficking of handguns. This is the same code that
has been adopted by Wal-Mart, America’s top gun seller. We’ve Got Work To Do! Won’t you join us? For more information email or call: saturday@peacegathering2009.org 267-519-5302 Partner Faith Communities Host Programs, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm HOST: Church of the Advocate, 18th & Diamond, Phila 19121 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: St. David Episcopal Church (Wayne); St.
Christopher Episcopal (Gladwyn); Christ Church Episcopal HOST: Cookman United Methodist Church, 12th & Lehigh, Phila 19132 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: St. Luke’s UMC (Bryn Mawr); Narberth Havurah;
Drexel Hill UMC; Hope UMC (Havertown) HOST: Chester Student Center, 733 W. Ninth St., Chester 19013 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: Swarthmore Presbyterian; Chester Eastside
Ministries; TM Thomas Presbyterian (Chester); Providence Friends Meeting, Grace
Community UMC (Chester), First Baptist Church (Chester) HOST: Arch Street United Methodist Church, 55 N. Broad Street, Phila 19107 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: Frazer Mennonite Church; Philadelphia Praise
Center; White Rock Baptist Church HOST: Arch Street Friends Meeting, 4th & Arch Street, Phila 19106 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: St. Augustine Catholic Church; Rita of Cascia
Parish HOST: Tabernacle United Church, 3700 Chestnut Street, Phila 19104 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: Millcreek Baptist Church HOST: Mishkan Shalom Synagogue, 4101 Freeland Ave, Phila 19128 PARTNER FATIH COMMUNITIES: West Philadelphia Mennonite Fellowship; Wayland
Temple Baptist Church HOST: Green Street Friends Meeting, 45 W. Schoolhouse Lane, Phila 19144 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: Janes Memorial UMC; St. Vincent Catholic Church;
Masjid Muhammad, NW Interfaith Movement; Germantown Mennonite, Gladwyne
Presbyterian HOST: Noville Memorial Church of God in Christ, 800 West Somerset, Phila 19133 PARTNER FAITH COMMUNITIES: Bryn Mawr Presbyterian; Abington Friends Meeting Sensing the leading of the Spirit, a joint effort of the Church of the Advocate, the Church of the Brethren, Cookman
United Methodist Church, Mennonite Church USA, Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (Quakers), and more than 30 local faith communities. ---------------- COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
Free Computer Lab WorkshopsIn our workshops, adults and teens will learn to use the mouse and keyboard like a
pro. You can create a free email account, practice searching the web for the
information or recreation, fill out online job applications, and receive practical advice
from a live instructor. Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 So. 52nd Street Philadelphia, PA 215.685.7420 For more information, visit our website at www.freelibrary.org ----------- Free Online Computer InstructionSee ‘Archives’ at www.Ustream.tv/channel/cbm-tv ------------- Free Computers For Schools ------------------------- A HAND UP! IT’S HERE!! Our new group A HAND UP! Is now open, please go to: http://groups.google.com/group/a-hand-up In response to the needs of many grassroots organizations for the basic tools
needed to implement their ideas and projects, The Coalition, Inc. members have
come together to establish a network to facilitate the distribution/re-distribution of
unwanted, unneeded, surplus and even repairable items for recycling. · If you have office supplies, electronics, office furniture, you are updating, or no
longer use, free up that space by offering them to someone who can get good use
from it. · If you have office space you do not have an immediate use for, offer it to
home-based organizations for a few hours a week as a meeting place. · If you have special skills such as grant/proposal writing, website
design/maintenance, or computer skills, please share and educate others. · If your organization offers aid to the less fortunate such as meals, clothing, resume' writing, job search, SAT/LSAT coaching, GED classes, scholarship
help etc., share it here: To join The Coalition go to: www.TheCoalitionInc.org and download a copy of the
Pledge of Commitment and return it to us the.pa.coalition@gmail.com Those in need of particular equipment, furnishings or supplies are encouraged to
join to this group (a-hand-up@googlegroups.com) to inquire if others are able to
assist. Any group or individual may make donations, but individuals who wish to request
donations must do so through a member organization. Organizations are encouraged to post notices of ongoing or special community service programs that are open to the public i.e. Food Banks; seasonal clothing/toys; fuel programs, etc. To post: a-hand-up@googlegroups.com You may also offer or make requests anonymously through the group moderators
who will arrange pick up/delivery via a third party. If you wish to assist others by making transportation available for pickups or
deliveries, please let a group moderator know. To join: http://groups.google.com/group/a-hand-up ----------------------------- Remember to support The Coalition, Inc.’s on-air personalities… NEW TIME! Straight Up WORD with Dr. John Elliott Churchville, Senior Pastor of The Liberation Fellowship
Church of Jesus, on WNWR 1540 AM, Sundays at 9:30am. Dr. Churchville will explore the Holy Scriptures verse by
verse for your spiritual and practical edification, and “...liberation of the oppressed, and social justice for the poor.” Life, Liberty and The Pursuit Of Happiness with Dr. John Churchville and Nancy Ellen, Wednesdays at 1pm on
WNWR 1540 AM. Sponsored by Liberation Fellowship CDC and Circle of Care. WELCOME BACK! Civil Alert World with Brother Sabir Bey Saturdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm on WNJC 1360 AM.
Also listen in on WKDU 91.7 AM Friday, 12am to 3am Sister Phile Chionesu, organizer of the Million Woman March, Saturdays 10:30pm to
12am on Blog Talk Radio “Nu Day Resurrection and Liberation" Show www.blogtalkradio.com/empresschi Call in and give your thoughts, comments, opinions at 1-646-652-2232 or send an instant message tomwmsistahood@aol.com to chat on line. |
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