School may be out for the summer, but many Community Schools are still providing services and activities to City residents! From chess tournaments and movie nights to produce stands and reading programs, there’s something for everyone this summer. Check out these public events and put them on your calendar!
North Philadelphia
Murrell Dobbins CTE High School
Summer Basketball League
Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 26 – August 2
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
For children entering grades 3-7
SEPTA Key Senior Card Applications
Tuesdays, June 26- July 31
12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Seniors, 65 years and older, are invited to fill out applications for new SEPTA Key Senior Card. Please bring one form of identification with you.
Edward Gideon Elementary
Gideon Garden Build
Friday, July 13
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
All ages welcome! Come to Gideon and help build a new garden the entire community can enjoy!
Logan Elementary
Movie Night
Fridays, July 20 – August 3
6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
All ages welcome! Gather with other community members for a free movie screening each Friday!
BET Basketball Program
Mondays and Wednesdays, June 25 – August 1
5:30p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
For students in grades 4 and up. Students interested in applying should contact the BET offices at rwashington@mybetfamily.com
BET Chess Club
Wednesdays, June 27 – July 11
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
All school-aged children are welcome to come by and learn chess!
*Chess Tournament – Saturday, July 28, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Back to School Giveaway
Tuesday, August 24
6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Start the new school year with success by bringing your child out to Logan to pick up all the best new year essentials! BET and Logan Community Partners will be on hand to answer questions and provide additional resources as well.
Northwest
F.S. Edmonds Elementary
Share Produce Stand
Tuesdays, July 10-31
12:30 p.m.
Stop by F.S. Edmonds every Tuesday this July and pick up fresh (and affordable!) fruit and vegetables that the whole family can enjoy!
Christian Youth Basketball Association for Boys
Mondays and Wednesdays, June 25 – July 30
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Middle school students of all ages are welcome to attend a month-long basketball clinic, right at F.S. Edmonds! Sharpen your skills on the court, or get ready for next season with this free camp.
CYBA Girls Cheerleading Camp
Mondays and Wednesdays, June 25 – July 30
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
All middle school aged girls are welcome to learn the basics of cheerleading this summer at F.S. Edmonds! This program is free for all, and runs throughout the month of July.
SEPTA Key Senior Card Applications
Fridays, July 13-August 3
9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Seniors, 65 years and older, are invited to fill out applications for new SEPTA Key Senior Card. Please bring one form of identification with you.
Northeast
George Washington High School
Credit Recovery Workshop
Wednesdays, June 27 – August 9
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Learn ways to fix your credit score and to plan for the future you and your family deserve.
Family 2 Family Substance Abuse Support and Education
Wednesday, July 11
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Join the GW community for a discussion on the effects of addiction and how families can learn to support one another during these tough moments. Education and resources for families will also be available. Location TBD
West
Alain Locke School
Pop Up Food Cupboard (PEC)
Mondays July 2 – July 30
The People’s Emergency Center will be hosting a food pantry at the Alain Locke School. There will be healthy dry goods which families can take home to cook good, nutritious meals.
Read to Succeed
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, July 2 – 19
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This free program is offered to students entering 1st through 3rd grade in September 2018. This program provides free breakfast and lunch for enrolled students. Admission is granted on a rolling basis. Children will be placed on a waiting list once a site is full. To apply, click here.
Samuel Gompers Elementary School
Read to Succeed
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, July 2 – 19
8:30 am – 12:30 p.m.
This free program is offered to students entering 1st through 3rd grade in September 2018. This program provides free breakfast and lunch for enrolled students. Admission is granted on a rolling basis. Children will be placed on a waiting list once a site is full. To apply, click here.
SEPTA Key Senior Card Applications
Mondays, Tuesdays, June 25- August 2 (Excludes week of the July 23)
9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Seniors, 65 years and older, are invited to fill out applications for new SEPTA Key Senior Card. Please bring one form of identification with you.
Southwest
Tilden Middle School
Hiring Events/Employment
Wednesdays, July 4-August 1
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This weekly event hosted by the National Workforce Opportunity Network gives community members the tools needed to apply for open jobs throughout the city.
SEPTA Key Senior Card Applications
Wednesdays, Thursdays, June 27-August 2
10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Seniors, 65 years and older, are invited to fill out applications for new SEPTA Key Senior Card. Please bring one form of identification with you.
South
Southwark School
First Up Summer Series Workshop: Trauma Informed Care
Thursday, July 19
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The fifth workshop of a six part series exploring popular topics in child development. This workshop, Trauma Informed Care: Connecting Parents and Teachers to Promote Positive Student Outcomes – Part 2, is open to all.
Common Market
Wednesday, July 25
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Common Market supplies low cost fruits and vegetables to the community.
First Up Summer Series Workshop: Language, Literacy, and Academics
Thursday July 26
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The sixth workshop of a six part series exploring popular topics in child development. This workshop, Language, Literacy and Academics: Connecting the Classroom to the Home, is open to all.
South Philadelphia High School
Community Baby Shower and Early Childhood Expo
Saturday, August 4
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
For parents and guardians with young children, come out to South Philadelphia High School to stock up on free resources to that your child will benefit from.
