A lot can happen in a week, so #PhillyMayorThisWeek looks at five moments you might’ve missed.

This week, we look at an exciting new partnership between the City and the Community College of Philadelphia that will help small business owners, an event with Bernard Hopkins and Oscar De La Hoya to highlight Rebuild, a visit to a North Philadelphia manufacturer that focuses on employing veterans and returning citizens, a pre-K stop encouraging folks to apply for no cost quality pre-K class opening in January, and a new grocery store opening in Grays Ferry.

1. Mayor Kenney joined members of City Council as the City announced a partnership with the Community College of Philadelphia helping small business owners.

Starting next year, Community College of Philadelphia will offer free workshops to local small businesses, an initiative called “Power Up Your Business.” Councilwoman Cherelle Parker, who spearheaded efforts to start the workshops, joined the Mayor and other members of City Council in announcing the partnership. The effort’s primary goal is to equip shop owners in neighborhood commercial corridors with knowledge vital to their success. “We have seen great growth in Center City and the surrounding areas,” Mayor Kenney observed, “and we want all of our neighborhoods to experience that opportunity.” The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Claudia Vargas reported on the partnership, explaining that to be eligible, businesses “must have been in existence for at least a year, have at least one full-time employee, and have annual revenue of no more than $1 million.” Those eligible can apply now for the educational program on CCP’s website.

2. The Mayor met boxing world champions Bernard Hopkins and Oscar De La Hoya at Athletic Recreation Center in North Philadelphia.

Together with Oscar De La Hoya, Bernard Hopkins met Mayor Kenney at Athletic Recreation Center in North Philadelphia. The Mayor presented Hopkins with a ceremonial Liberty Bell to commemorate his final fight taking place on December 17. Like the Mayor, Hopkins is a Philadelphia native. While there, all three men talked about the vital importance of healthy rec centers to neighborhoods — and the City’s Rebuild initiative revitalizing such spaces across the city. “As we move forward with Rebuild, I can’t think of better people to speak about the positive impact athletics can have on your life,” Mayor Kenney said. “Their stories are why we’re rebuilding our parks and rec centers, so Philadelphians can come to spaces like these to work out their issues and explore new passions in a healthy way.” You can get involved with Rebuild by signing up at rebuild.phila.gov.

3. Mayor Kenney visited DiSorb Systems Inc., a veteran-owned North Philadelphia manufacturer that focuses on employing veterans and returning citizens.

A key priority for Mayor Jim Kenney is increasing opportunity for those reentering society after incarceration — our returning citizens. This week, the Mayor visited DiSorb Systems Inc., a North Philadelphia manufacturer that focuses on hiring returning citizens as well as veterans. The company is itself veteran-owned. In July, The Philadelphia Inquirer profiled the business, with Diane Mastrull reporting that DiSorb opens up opportunities for those “whose backgrounds make it hard to find work.”

4. The Mayor promoted #PHLpreK initiative with a visit to Pee Wee Prep in West Philadelphia

Mayor Kenney visited Pee Wee Prep, a quality pre-K program location that’s expanding thanks to PHLpreK. A program funded by the Philadelphia Beverage Tax, PHLpreK is Mayor Kenney’s vision for increasing access to quality pre-K programs citywide. Right now, the City is accepting applications for 2000 no cost seats in these programs, with classes starting in January 2017. Parents and caregivers can call 844-PHL-PREK to start the application process. Don’t delay!

5. Mayor Kenney celebrated the opening of the new Grays Ferry Fresh Grocer.

Joined by state and local legislative leaders, including Sen. Anthony Williams and Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, the Mayor helped celebrate the Fresh Grocer’s newest location in Grays Ferry. Lauding the fact that neighborhood residents now had more ready access to fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables, the Mayor also acknowledged the economic boost Fresh Grocer was providing to the community. Crucial in preventing urban food deserts, stores like Fresh Grocer provide jobs that “allow our hardworking residents to make a living,” the Mayor added.

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