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A NOTE FROM OUR PROGRAMS MANAGER:
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Neighbors,
I can't believe our summer is coming to a close. Luckily, our committees
and board members are working hard to make sure that you have more
opportunities to engage with our organization and neighbors in the Fall!
Some important things to note this month are Board Nominations, SOSNA
Dines Out at Kei Sushi, and our Police Community Meeting with Special
Guest Larry Krasner (DA Candidate).
We're saying farewell to a few of our Board Members in October as they
move on to keep up their hard work being changemakers in Philly. We're
on the prowl for five new board members from our community to help us
move SOSNA forward. Know someone passionate, engaged, and energetic who
can help lead SOSNA? Nominate them (or yourself) by Sept. 10! Read more about board nominations here.
We've got a lot of great events and opportunities to get involved as we bridge from Summer to Fall. I'll see you soon!
Best,
Nicole Koedyker
SOSNA Programs Manager
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Aug. 3 Community Outreach and Partnerships (COPS) Committee Meeting
Aug. 6 Triangle Summer Music Series with Keisha Hutchins
Aug. 8 SOSNA Dines Out at Kei Sushi
Aug. 15 Clean & Green Committee Meeting
Aug. 16 Zoning Committee Meeting
Aug. 17 Safety Committee Meeting
Aug. 20 Kids Triangle Summer Music Series with Cris & Lou
Aug. 24 Police Community Meeting Special Guest: Larry Krasner, DA Candidate
Aug. 28 PHS Rain Check Workshop
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BOARD MINUTES
In
an effort to increase transparency of SOSNA's operations to you, we
will resume posting our Board meeting minutes following the subsequent
month's meeting on our website. You can read last month's minutes on our
website at the link below. Thank you for your patience!
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The
Nominations Committee for the South of South Neighborhood Association
is now accepting nominations for open positions on our Board of
Directors. The SOSNA Board of Directors is a working volunteer Board
that establishes the policies and helps implement the programs and
activities of the organization.
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REGISTER TO VOTE
Make sure you register to be a SOSNA Member (it’s free) to participate in our elections. It only takes a minute to complete the membership form. We also have membership applications available at our office on 1901 Christian Street during office hours.
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Join us on Wednesday, September 13th for the SOSNA General Meeting (open to the public).
The agenda includes:
- a presentation by the Preservation Alliance on what the City is doing to preserve historical buildings,
- a demo from Indego on how to become a member and use their bikeshare,
- and nomination confirmations for our Board elections.
The meeting will take place at the SOSNA office (1901 Christian) and begin at 7:00PM. See you there!
Share the General Meeting information with your friends and neighbors!
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SAFETY
The SOSNA Safety Committee works to improve safety and the quality of life within the Southwest Center City neighborhood.
Next Meeting: Thursday, August 17th at 7:30pm
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Police Community Meeting for PSA-1
Thursday, August 24th at 7:00-8:00pm
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Join us for our next Police Community Meeting for PSA 1 (Police Service Area 1) on Thursday, August 24th from 7:00PM-8:00PM at the SOSNA Office, 1901 Christian Street. This is an opportunity to speak face-to-face with officers from the 17th Police District
who watch our neighborhood. You will hear about recent crime activity
and have the opportunity to raise ideas and concerns directly to the
officers.
Our guest speaker is Larry Krasner, District Attorney Candidate.
Learn more about Mr. Krasner here.
*Disclaimer: This is not an official
endorsement of DA candidates on behalf of SOSNA. We have invited both DA
candidates to attend our Police Community Meetings. DA Candidate Beth
Grossman attended our June meeting.
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CLEAN & GREEN
We focus on key areas important to creating and maintaining a pleasant, clean, and quality neighborhood.
Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 15 at 7:00 PM
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SOSNA is hosting a Rain Check Workshop. Come
to this workshop to learn how you can get a free rain barrel from
Philadelphia Water! Reduced pricing for downspout planters, rain
gardens, depaving, and permeable pavers will also be offered.
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After
completing Phase 1 of the construction last year, we have spent the past
year fundraising for the second and final phase of construction. This
will include installation of benches, trees, flowers, and a water feature, and will allow us to open the park to the public.
We have secured $175,000 in funding from various grants and generous donations. Before breaking ground, we need to raise approximately $20,000 more. We are launching a fundraising campaign to raise this money from neighbors and friends over the coming weeks.
Our plan is to finalize the fundraising and break ground in September,
in time for the fall tree planting season! So don't delay - big or small
contributions help!
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH & PARTNERSHIPS (COPS)
To promote
awareness of SOSNA's services and resources within the neighborhood and
to coordinate with local businesses, residents, and other organizations
to find ways to "Give Back".
Next Meeting: Thursday, September 7 at 7:00PM
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SOUP GROUP X UBC GARDEN OF EDEN
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SOSNA has recently
contributed $2,500 to the UBC Garden of Eden, a collaboration between
the Union Baptist Church on 19th and local artist/urban farmer and
neighbor, Meei Ling Ng. The garden aims to provide fresh vegetables,
fruits, and flowers to the Union Baptist Church Soup Kitchen and guests,
attracting volunteers/neighbors/visitors to visit the church and
garden.
Our COPS committee is exploring ways to bring together SOSNA Soup Groupers and Union Baptist Church Soup Kitchen.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
We are a group
of volunteers hoping to foster, facilitate and nurture positive and
appropriate economic development within our neighborhood, and support
existing local businesses.
Next Meeting: Thursday, Sept. 14 at 7:00PM
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We're
welcoming a (kind of) new business, Kei Sushi, in to our neighborhood.
For those who have been already, they say the BYOB is their new "go-to
sushi spot". Haven't been or can't stay away? Come enjoy a community
dinner with us and neighbors on 8/8 at Kei Sushi!
$25 will get you a 3-course prix fixe menu (vegetarian option available!) and a chance to support our new local business.
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GRAYS FERRY TRIANGLES
We are a group
of volunteers and business owners dedicated to improving the Triangles
Plaza at 23rd and South and all the intersections along Grays Ferry Ave.
Next Meeting: Tuesday, September 12 at 7:15p
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TRIANGLES SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
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Don't miss out on the final performances for our Triangles Summer Music Series. Our next performance is on Sunday, August 6 from 5-7p. The Grays Ferry Triangles Project is partnering with Intercultural Journeys to bring you singer/songwriter and musician Keisha Hutchins.
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Sundays from 5:00-7:00 PM at Grays Ferry Triangles
8/20 - Chris & Lou (Family Friendly Kids Summer Concert), sponsored by FOCA
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