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Help Needed to Restore the Doughboy Statue
NLNA is launching a $22,000 fundraising campaign to restore the Doughboy statue and maintain it for the future. Transport Workers Local 234 on 2nd St. has generously committed $2,500 to the cause, but more is needed. Help out by donating to…
Read More »Become an Adult Education Tutor
• Our good friends at Lutheran Settlement House (1340 Frankford Ave) are seeking volunteer tutors to work with adult learners one-on-one or in small groups on GED prep, basic math and literacy, and computer skills. Prior tutoring or…
Read More »Arts Carnival by Philadelphia Photo Arts Center — Sat, Sept 10
SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 / 11am-7pm at 1400 North American Street On September 10, we’re giving South Kensington something to talk about. For the first time in the neighborhood’s history, we are hosting an Arts Carnival on North American Street!…
Read More »NLNA August Zoning Meeting August 29
NLNA office, 700 N. 3rd St., 6:30PM. As always, the meeting is public and all are welcome to attend. AGENDA Monday 8/29/16 (6:30) 962 N. American St. – RSA5 – Gerry Gutierrez – A proposal for a single-family dwelling….
Read More »BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES – Meeting of June 6, 2016
PRESENT: Matt Ruben, President; Michael Coyne, Vice-President; Janet Finegar, Secretary; Troy Crichton; Ira Upin; Roneil Jackson; Monika Kreidie; Jeremy Lindemann; Joe Mikuliak; Don Phillips; Barbara Saverino; Chris Somers; Anne Waginger. ABSENT: Steve Richman, Treasurer; Donald Hoegg. The meeting…
Read More »Philadephia Circular-Free Program
Property owners in Philly that are tired of having take-out menus and ad circulars jammed into their door frames and mailboxes now have a way to stop the problem at the source! NLNA has purchased Circular-Free Stickers,…
Read More »FREE BambooWifi along N3rd Street, Liberty Lands, & Orianna Hill Park
BambooWifi is improving internet access in Philadelphia by providing “Free Neighborhood Wi-Fi.” We provide seamless Wi-Fi access to your entire neighborhood, so you can stay connected at home and on the go, without having to log in more…
Read More »Lots of New Events at The Piazza!
Check out the Schmidts Commons Events page for details and more great happenings at this great, rejuvenated space in our neighborhood! Free Yoga Wednesdays led by Dhyana Yoga Teacher, Amanda from 6:30-7:30PM Check out the full roster of…
Read More »2nd Street Festival – Sun, Aug 7 – See You There!
The annual 2nd Street Festival returns the first Sunday in August from Noon-10pm. 2nd Street will be closed from Germantown to Green, with multiple music stages, beer gardens, food, dozens of arts and crafts vendors, and much more!…
Read More »Zoning Agenda – Mon, July 25
Zoning Motions are approved by the Board at the following month’s board meeting, which is held the first Monday of the month. To review past zoning meeting minutes and approved motions find the applicable NLNA Board Meeting Minutes…
Read More »NLNA Meet n’ Greet – Tue, June 7
6 to 8pm at the NL Community Center, 3rd & Fairmount Enjoy free food, beer and wine. Meet the new NLNA board of directors. It’s a great event for new neighbors – and long-term neighbors – to meet…
Read More »GSK Science in the Summer Returns To Our Libraries…
GSK Science in the Summer — a free science enrichment program for elementary-aged kids — is returning to Greater Philadelphia area libraries for the 30th year, including: Ramonita de Rodriguez Neighborhood Library 600 West Girard Avenue July 21-22…
Read More »Permanent Public Art Collection – Deadline For Entries June 10
Hello NoLib Neighbors! My husband, Matthew Price, and I have got a great opportunity for the Permanent Public Art Collection and we would love to invite neighbors to contribute. Bring your Object and Story! We will be at…
Read More »NLNA Board Elections – Results!
Congrats to new NLNA board members! Serving on the board is a great way to give back to the neighborhood. NLNA Welcomes New Board Members Last night (5/19/16) at the annual NLNA board of directors election, neighbors elected…
Read More »May Zoning Agenda – Mon, May 23
Zoning Motions are approved by the Board at the following month’s board meeting, which is held the first Monday of the month. To review past zoning meeting minutes and approved motions find the applicable NLNA Board Meeting Minutes…
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