Check out the photos from the Inglis House. To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/InglisHouse?feat=directlink
~ Enjoy
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Saturday, December 13, 2008
PHOTOS - Ronald McDonald House
Check out the photos from Saturday's project at the Ronald McDonald House. To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/RonaldMcDonaldHouse#
~ Enjoy
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
PHOTOS - Condom Drive
Check out the photos from Saturday's Condom Drive at the Gallery. To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/CondomDrive#
~ Enjoy
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Harvest Celebration Party for New Pennsylvanians
Join BwB for a Thanksgiving Service Project!DAY: Saturday, November 29th
TIME: 12PM-4PM
PLACE: Welcoming Center West Facility, 52nd and Spruce Street, Phila, PA 19131 (across from the Sunoco gas station on the second floor of Big George's Diner)
WHAT: Harvest Celebration Party Miracle on 52nd Street!
The Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians connects newly arrived immigrants from around the world with the economic opportunities that they need to succeed. Since opening their doors in 2003 they have assisted more than 2000 people from 64 countries.
Help make this thanksgiving season special for new immigrants! As a volunteer you will...
* Help set up a holiday party including photos with Santa!
* Organize special holiday arts and crafts!
* Tell stories and read books about holiday rituals from around the world to kids!
For more information call or email Elizabeth Victor at 215.772.2943 or elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org. The day of the project call 215.292.9261.
Visit bwbpa.blogspot.com for information about upcoming projects and photos from past projects.
SEPTA Directions:
The Welcoming Center West Holiday Party facility is located on the second floor of Big George's Diner on the corner of 52nd and Spruce streets across from the Sunoco Gas Station.
Take the Market Frankford Line to 52nd Street. Walk South on 52nd to Spruce Street.
You can also take the 21 or 42 Bus to 52nd Street and walk south toward Spruce Street.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
PHOTOS - Value Through Sports & Arts
Check out the photos from Saturday's project with Value Through Sports & Arts. To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/ValuesThroughSportsAndArts#
~ Enjoy
Sunday, November 23, 2008
SUNDAY SERVICE - Philadelphia Marathon & Art Museum Trip
Support Runners in the 15th Philadelphia Marathon & Visit the Art Museum for FREE!DAY: Sunday, November 23, 2008
TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Meet up Location: Philadelphia Museum of Art Eakins Oval (out front by Rocky Steps) behind the Starting Corrals (13.25 mile mark) Art Museum Main Building Philadelphia, PA 19101
WHAT: Volunteers will set up, monitor and run Water Stop #7 which is a starting and finish line water stop. Students will also help with other finish line support including re-hydration fluids and the food tent as needed.
BONUS: Hour long optional trip to the Philadelphia Museum of Art following the service project to view the Gee’s Bend Quilts and other exhibits.
NOTES: Dress for weather, as we will be outdoors! Please don't forget your permission slip!
QUESTIONS? Please call Genisha at (267) 357-2981 or email genisha.wallace@buildingwithbooks.org
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
SEVERAL ROADS ARE CLOSED OFF FOR THE PHILADELPHIA MARATHON MAKING IT UNCERTAIN WHICH BUSES WILL BE DIVERTED. PLEASE CHECK WITH BUS DRIVERS BEFORE BOARDING THE BUS.
Market-Frankford Line: Take the MFL to the City Hall Stop. Walk out to 15th and Arch and catch the 48 Bus (Direction: 27th and Allegheny). Get off 48 at 22nd and Pennsylvania Avenue and walk towards the front of the Art Museum and the starting corrals. Ask for Water Stop #7.
Broad Street Line: Take the BSS to City Hall. Walk out and transfer to the 48 bus at 15th and Arch Street (Direction: 27th and Allegheny) and follow the directions above.
Trolleys/ Buses: SEPTA bus routes 7, 32, 38, 43, and 48 currently serve the Museum area.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From I-676 West (Vine Street Expressway)
Take I-676 West to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway exit (22nd Street, Museum area), on the right side. At the end of the exit ramp, turn right onto 22nd Street and get into the far left lane. The Benjamin Franklin Parkway is a boulevard with two outside lanes and two inside lanes. Turn left onto the outside lanes of the parkway toward the Museum, which will be in front of you on the hill. Follow the sign for the Art Museum. After the sign, turn left at the first traffic light (Art Museum Drive). Follow the road up to the West Entrance of the Museum, where limited parking is available.
From Western Locations: Valley Forge, King of Prussia
Take I-76 East to Philadelphia. Take Exit 343 (Spring Garden Street). At the end of the exit ramp, turn left. Continue past the side of the Museum, through the first traffic light and around Eakins Oval, staying in the far left lane. Turn left at the second traffic light and then bear right. Follow the sign for the Art Museum. After the sign, get in the far left lane and turn left at the first traffic light (Art Museum Drive). Follow the road up to the West Entrance of the Museum, where limited parking is available.
Trolleys/ Buses: SEPTA bus routes 7, 32, 38, 43, and 48 currently serve the Museum area.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From I-676 West (Vine Street Expressway)
Take I-676 West to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway exit (22nd Street, Museum area), on the right side. At the end of the exit ramp, turn right onto 22nd Street and get into the far left lane. The Benjamin Franklin Parkway is a boulevard with two outside lanes and two inside lanes. Turn left onto the outside lanes of the parkway toward the Museum, which will be in front of you on the hill. Follow the sign for the Art Museum. After the sign, turn left at the first traffic light (Art Museum Drive). Follow the road up to the West Entrance of the Museum, where limited parking is available.
From Western Locations: Valley Forge, King of Prussia
Take I-76 East to Philadelphia. Take Exit 343 (Spring Garden Street). At the end of the exit ramp, turn left. Continue past the side of the Museum, through the first traffic light and around Eakins Oval, staying in the far left lane. Turn left at the second traffic light and then bear right. Follow the sign for the Art Museum. After the sign, get in the far left lane and turn left at the first traffic light (Art Museum Drive). Follow the road up to the West Entrance of the Museum, where limited parking is available.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Values Through Sports and Arts
VALUES THROUGH SPORTS & ARTSDAY: Saturday, November 22th
TIME: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
PLACE: New Creation Community Center162 W Tioga Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
WHAT: Support New Creation Community Center's program to help inner city children and youth develop self-esteem, creativity, values, and life skills through structured activities. Head outside to play basketball or stay inside to assist children with an arts and crafts project.
Lunch is provided at 12:30 to keep everyone energized.
Dress for Mess! Please don't forget your permission slip!
QUESTIONS? Please call Chad at (610) 787-1233 or email chad.zibelman@buildingwithbooks.org.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Market-Frankford Line: Take the MFL to the Allegheny Stop. At the Allegheny stop catch BUS 60 toward Allegheny Loop LP 35th ST. Disembark BUS 60 at the Allegheny Av Mascher Street stop. Walk 3 blocks North on Mascher Street to the corner of Mascher and Tioga Street.
Broad Street Line: Take the BSS to the Alleghney Stop. Catch BUS 60 heading toward the Westmoreland St Richmond Loop. Disembark BUS 60 at Allegheny Ave/Mascher Street Stop. Walk 3 blocks North on Mascher Street to the corner of Mascher and Tioga Street.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
ROUTE 1 & Roosevelt Blvd:
* Take CITY AVE/US-1/CITY LINE AVE North
* Take the exit toward WINGHOCKING Ave North/Henry Ave (0.2 mi)
* Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto W ROBERTS AVE (0.2 mi)
* Turn LEFT onto WISSAHICKON AVE (0.4 mi)
* Turn LEFT onto W HUNTING PARK AVE/US-13 (0.8 mi)
* Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto W ERIE AVE (1.8 mi)
* Turn RIGHT onto N 2nd St (0.2 mi)
* Turn LEFT onto W GLENWOOD AVE. (0.1 mi)
* Turn RIGHT onto N MASCHER ST. (0.1 mi)
* Turn RIGHT onto W TIOGA ST. (0.0 mi)
End at 126 W Tioga Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Kids Fun Run
15th Anniversary Kids Fun Run!DAY: Saturday, November 22, 2008
TIME: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Meet up Location: Philadelphia Convention Center Volunteer Registration Table, 12th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107
WHAT: Volunteers will set up, monitor and run the Kids Fun Run. This is the 15th anniversary of the Philadelphia Marathon and the fun run supports its mission to promote healthy kids and families here in Pennsylvania.
NOTES: Dress for weather, as we will be outdoors! Please don't forget your permission slip! Light Breakfast and a free Philadelphia Marathon hooded sweatshirt are provided IF you show up on time!!!
QUESTIONS? Please call Elizabeth at (215) 292-9261 or email elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
TIME: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Meet up Location: Philadelphia Convention Center Volunteer Registration Table, 12th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107
WHAT: Volunteers will set up, monitor and run the Kids Fun Run. This is the 15th anniversary of the Philadelphia Marathon and the fun run supports its mission to promote healthy kids and families here in Pennsylvania.
NOTES: Dress for weather, as we will be outdoors! Please don't forget your permission slip! Light Breakfast and a free Philadelphia Marathon hooded sweatshirt are provided IF you show up on time!!!
QUESTIONS? Please call Elizabeth at (215) 292-9261 or email elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Market-Frankford Line: Take the MFL to the Market East Station Stop. Walk out to 12th Street and walk north on 12th to 12th and Race. Enter building and ask for volunteer registration table.
Broad Street Line: Take the BSS to City Hall and transfer to the Market Frankord Line (the El) and follow the directions above.
Trolleys: You can take any of the green surface line trolleys (13, 11, 36, 34) who's destination is City Hall and get off at Juniper and 13th street and walk one block to 12th and then up to 12th and Race.
Buses: Take any bus whose destination is Penn’s Landing ( 33, 21, 42, etc.) and get off at 12th street and walk north on 12th to Race Street. You can also take the 23 to 11th and Race and walk one block to 12th.
Also you can take the regional rail to the Market East Station and follow the directions above.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From Rte 76 (Schuylkill)
Take Rte 76 to Exit 344/I-676 East. Take I- 676 East and exit at Broad Street/Rte. 611 (2nd exit). You will be on Vine Street. Follow signs for Vine Street/PA Convention Center to 12th Street (4 traffic lights). Make a right on to 12th Street. The entrances to the Convention Center are located two blocks ahead at the NE and NW corners of 12th and Arch Streets.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From Rte 76 (Schuylkill)
Take Rte 76 to Exit 344/I-676 East. Take I- 676 East and exit at Broad Street/Rte. 611 (2nd exit). You will be on Vine Street. Follow signs for Vine Street/PA Convention Center to 12th Street (4 traffic lights). Make a right on to 12th Street. The entrances to the Convention Center are located two blocks ahead at the NE and NW corners of 12th and Arch Streets.
From Interstate 95 North/South
Take I-95 North to Exit 22 Central Philadelphia / I- 676. Stay in the left lane of this exit. Follow signs for I-676 West to the 1st exit (Broad Street). This exit brings you up to 15th Street. Get into left lane and follow the sign for 611/Broad Street and make a left turn on to Vine Street. Follow signs for Vine Street/PA Convention Center. Make a right on to 12th Street. The entrances to the Convention Center are located two blocks ahead at the NE and NW corners of 12th and Arch Streets.
From the Pennsylvania Turnpike
Follow Pennsylvania Turnpike to Exit 20/I-476. Take I-476 South to Exit 57/I-76 Philadelphia. Follow Rte 76 directions above.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Photos- UC Green
Check out the photos from Saturday's project with UC Green in West Philly. To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/UCGreenTreePlanting#
~ Enjoy
UC Green
Join BwB for Community Tree PlantingDAY: Saturday, November 15th
TIME: 9am to 1:00pm
PLACE: Malcolm X Park, 51st ST & Osage Ave (1 block south of Pine St), Philadelphia, PA 19143
WHAT: UC Green promotes greening projects in University City neighborhoods. Cities need trees too!
NOTE: Dress for Mess & Bring your Permission Slip! Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy sneakers! Project is Rain or Shine! Please be on time since we will be walking to our tree spot!
For more information, please call Chad Zibelman at 215-772-2955 or Genisha Wallace at 215-772-2917 or call Chad at 610-787-1233 the day of the project.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Market-Frankford El (blue line) to the 52nd Street stop. At 52nd Street catch Bus 52 heading towards 52nd St Catharine Street. Exit the bus at the 52nd and Pine Street stop. Walk two blocks to 51st and Osage Ave.
Broad Street Subway (orange line) to City Hall. At City Hall catch the 34 Trolley towards the Baltimore Loop. Exit the 34 Trolley at Baltimore Ave and 51st Street. Walk to 51st and Osage Ave.
Market-Frankford El (blue line) to the 52nd Street stop. At 52nd Street catch Bus 52 heading towards 52nd St Catharine Street. Exit the bus at the 52nd and Pine Street stop. Walk two blocks to 51st and Osage Ave.
Broad Street Subway (orange line) to City Hall. At City Hall catch the 34 Trolley towards the Baltimore Loop. Exit the 34 Trolley at Baltimore Ave and 51st Street. Walk to 51st and Osage Ave.
OR
Take the Broad Street Subway to the BSL Walnut-Locust Stop. At the Walnut-Locust Stop catch Bus 21 towards MFL 69th Street. Exit the 21 Bus at Walnut Street and 51st Street. Walk from Walnut and 51st to Osage Ave and 51st.
SEPTA Questions? Call (215.580.7800) or visit www.septa.org
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
I-76
* Keep LEFT to take I-76 E toward CENTRAL PHILA.
* Take the MONTGOMERY DR exit-EXIT 341 – toward WEST RIVER DR.
* Merge onto MONTGOMERY DR.
* Turn LEFT onto BELMONT AVE.
* Turn RIGHT onto STATES DR.
* Enter next roundabout and take 1st exit onto 52ND STREET DR.
* Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto N 52ND ST.
* Turn LEFT onto PINE ST.
* Turn RIGHT onto S 51st ST.
* End at S51st St & Osage Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19143
Take the Broad Street Subway to the BSL Walnut-Locust Stop. At the Walnut-Locust Stop catch Bus 21 towards MFL 69th Street. Exit the 21 Bus at Walnut Street and 51st Street. Walk from Walnut and 51st to Osage Ave and 51st.
SEPTA Questions? Call (215.580.7800) or visit www.septa.org
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
I-76
* Keep LEFT to take I-76 E toward CENTRAL PHILA.
* Take the MONTGOMERY DR exit-EXIT 341 – toward WEST RIVER DR.
* Merge onto MONTGOMERY DR.
* Turn LEFT onto BELMONT AVE.
* Turn RIGHT onto STATES DR.
* Enter next roundabout and take 1st exit onto 52ND STREET DR.
* Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto N 52ND ST.
* Turn LEFT onto PINE ST.
* Turn RIGHT onto S 51st ST.
* End at S51st St & Osage Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19143
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Special Olympics
DAY: Saturday, November 8!TIME: 8am – 12pm &/OR 12 pm – 4 pm!
PLACE: Villanova University, Jake Nevin Fieldhouse! 800 Lancaster Ave, Villanova, PA 19085
VOLUNTEERS WILL: Cheer on athletes! Keep Score! Show Support!
Special Olympics Pennsylvania expects over 1,000 athletes and 400 coaches from 44 counties to participate in the statewide competition. Last year's Fall Festival drew over 2,500 volunteers from the Villanova student body and the surrounding community.
Project is Rain or Shine
Food Available for Purchase
For more information, please call Elizabeth Victor at (215) 772-2943/ On day of project, call 215-292-9261
DON’T FORGET YOUR SIGNED PERMISSION SLIP!
Visit bwbpa.blogspot.com for info about upcoming projects and to see photos from previous projects.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Via Broad Street Line (Orange) & Market Frankford Line (Blue):
Food Available for Purchase
For more information, please call Elizabeth Victor at (215) 772-2943/ On day of project, call 215-292-9261
DON’T FORGET YOUR SIGNED PERMISSION SLIP!
Visit bwbpa.blogspot.com for info about upcoming projects and to see photos from previous projects.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Via Broad Street Line (Orange) & Market Frankford Line (Blue):
* Take the Broad Street Line to City Hall and free transfer to the Market Frankford Line (EL).
* Take the EL to 69th Street and transfer to Trolley 100.
* Follow the Trolley directions below...
Via Trolley (69th Street):
* SEPTA’s Route 100 trolley travels between Norristown and 69th Street Terminal.
* Get off the Route 100 trolley at the Villanova Station (STADIUM) on Ithan Avenue.
* Walk up to the corner of Ithan Ave. and Lancaster Ave. (US Route 30) and cross over Lancaster Ave.
* BwB will meet at the Jake Nevin Field House at the corner of Ithan Avenue & Lancaster Avenue
Want to meet and travel together?
* BwB students can meet at 69th street at 7:30am to ride the 100 trolley with BwB staff.
* Students will also meet up at 11:30am to travel on together for the afternoon shift.
Via Regional Rail:
* Students will also meet up at 11:30am to travel on together for the afternoon shift.
Via Regional Rail:
* Take the R5 (Paoli Local) from 30th Street, Suburban, or Market East Stations to Villanova Station.
* Take the pedestrian tunnel under the tracks and walk straight through the walkway under Mendel Hall.
* BwB will meet at the Jake Nevin Field House at the corner of Ithan Avenue & Lancaster Avenue
Driving Directions:
* Take I-476 (the Blue Route) to EXIT 13 (US 30 St. David's/Villanova).
* BwB will meet at the Jake Nevin Field House at the corner of Ithan Avenue & Lancaster Avenue
Driving Directions:
* Take I-476 (the Blue Route) to EXIT 13 (US 30 St. David's/Villanova).
* At the bottom of ramp turn right onto Route 30 East (Lancaster Ave).
* Proceed east on Lancaster for a ½ mile, and at the 4th traffic light you will see Villanova's main parking lot on the right.
* Proceed east on Lancaster for a ½ mile, and at the 4th traffic light you will see Villanova's main parking lot on the right.
* BwB will meet at the Jake Nevin Field House at the corner of Ithan Avenue & Lancaster Avenue
Sunday, November 2, 2008
PHOTOS - John Heinz
Check out the photos from Saturday's project at the John Heinz Wildlife Refuge! To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/JohnHeinzWildlifeRefuge#
~ Enjoy
Sunday, October 26, 2008
PHOTOS - Lupus Loop
Check out the photos from Sunday's project at the Lupus Loop! To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/LupusLoop#
~ Enjoy
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
PHOTOS - Art Sphere
Check out these photos from our project at Art Sphere! For the complete album visit...
~ Enjoy
Saturday, October 11, 2008
PHOTOS - RSP2 City Year
Check out the photos from Saturday's project with City Year at Murphy Recreation Center! To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/RSP2CityYear#
~ Enjoy
Thursday, October 9, 2008
PHOTOS - Neighborhood Bike Works
Check out the photos from Thursday's project with Neighborhood Bike Works! To see the full album visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/NeighborhoodBikeWorks#
~ Enjoy
Saturday, October 4, 2008
PHOTOS - Fall For Your Park Day
~ Enjoy
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
PHOTOS - Chamounix Stables
Check out the photos from this Tuesday's project with Chamounix Stables. To see the full album visit http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/ChamounixStables#
~ Enjoy
Saturday, September 27, 2008
PHOTOS - Philabundance
Check out these photos from Philabundance on September 27th! To view full size photos visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/Philabundance#
~Enjoy!
Saturday, September 20, 2008
PHOTOS - Autism Walk
Check out these photos from the Autism Walk on September 20th. To view full size photos visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/BwBPA2/AutismWalk#
~Enjoy!
PHOTOS - Center in the Park
Check out these photos from the Center in the Park Community Festival on September 20th. To view full size photos visit:
http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa3/CenterInTheParkCommunityFestival
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Saturday, June 14, 2008
BwB End of Year Celebration!!!
You are invited to the Building with Books End of Year Celebration!
DAY: Saturday, June 14th
TIME: 11am - 3pm
DAY: Saturday, June 14th
TIME: 11am - 3pm
PLACE: Temple University Student Center
1755 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Transportation Provided - See Below
There will be GAMES/ MUSIC/ FOOD/ PRIZES/ AWARDS/ AND LOTS AND LOTS OF FUN!!!
This year BwB members like you have contributed thousands of hours of community service. You have also raised thousands of dollars to build schools in Nepal and Nicaragua. Join BwB to celebrate these amazing accomplishments!
As the summer months approach families around Philadelphia are at an increased risk for hunger. Help by bringing a donation to the End Year Celebration.
There are more than 267,000 children in the Delaware Valley who will not receive lunch through the National School Lunch Program this summer. That puts them at a greater risk of hunger and malnutrition. YOU can help! Bring one of the following items as a donation to the End of Year celebration. *** 100 % Fruit Juice (Juice Boxes, Cans or Plastic Bottles Only), Breakfast Cereal, Breakfast Bars, Fruit Cups, Canned/Shelf Stable Tuna, Canned Pasta, Beef Ravioli, Mac & Cheese, Peanut Butter (plastic containers Only), Jelly (Plastic Containers Only)
There are more than 267,000 children in the Delaware Valley who will not receive lunch through the National School Lunch Program this summer. That puts them at a greater risk of hunger and malnutrition. YOU can help! Bring one of the following items as a donation to the End of Year celebration. *** 100 % Fruit Juice (Juice Boxes, Cans or Plastic Bottles Only), Breakfast Cereal, Breakfast Bars, Fruit Cups, Canned/Shelf Stable Tuna, Canned Pasta, Beef Ravioli, Mac & Cheese, Peanut Butter (plastic containers Only), Jelly (Plastic Containers Only)
Don’t forget your signed permission slip!http://www.buildingwithbooks.org/us/PA/PA_JSP_PermSlip.pdf
For more information, call Olanike Akanbi (215.772.2955), Joanna Lautenberger (215.772.2957), or Elizabeth Victor (215.772.2943)
*On day of event, call 859-536-7700
BUS PICK-UP SCHEDULE
8:30am – 8:45am: Furness HS
8:45am – 9:00am: Upper Darby HS
9:15am – 9:30am: MLK HS
9:15am – 9:30am: Motivation HS
9:45am – 10:00am: Germantown HS
9:50am – 10:05am: University City HS
10:20am – 10:35am: Masterman HS
*Bodine HS: Meet bus at Masterman HS
*Abington HS, CEP HS, Harriton HS, Lower Merion HS: Check with Advisors/ Program Coordinator
8:30am – 8:45am: Furness HS
8:45am – 9:00am: Upper Darby HS
9:15am – 9:30am: MLK HS
9:15am – 9:30am: Motivation HS
9:45am – 10:00am: Germantown HS
9:50am – 10:05am: University City HS
10:20am – 10:35am: Masterman HS
*Bodine HS: Meet bus at Masterman HS
*Abington HS, CEP HS, Harriton HS, Lower Merion HS: Check with Advisors/ Program Coordinator
If you decide to meet us there at 11am…
The Temple University Student Center is located on the corner of Montgomery and 13th Street in the heart of the main Temple U. campus. BwB will be in ‘The Underground’ located on the lower level of the building. The center is located at 1755 N. 13th Street, Phila, PA 19122.
The Temple University Student Center is located on the corner of Montgomery and 13th Street in the heart of the main Temple U. campus. BwB will be in ‘The Underground’ located on the lower level of the building. The center is located at 1755 N. 13th Street, Phila, PA 19122.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
*SEPTA: 215-580-7800
Market-Frankford El (blue line):
Take the El to City Hall and ‘FREE’ transfer to the Broad Street Subway. Follow directions below.
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
Take the subway to the Cecil B. Moore Station located at the intersection of Broad Street and Cecil B. Moore Avenue. Walk one block over to 13th Street, turn left and walk one block up to Montgomery Avenue. The Student Center is located on 13th Street between Montgomery Ave and Cecil B. Moore Ave.
Buses that service this area: C Bus/ 3 Bus/ 23 Bus. Call SEPTA for more information.
*SEPTA: 215-580-7800
Market-Frankford El (blue line):
Take the El to City Hall and ‘FREE’ transfer to the Broad Street Subway. Follow directions below.
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
Take the subway to the Cecil B. Moore Station located at the intersection of Broad Street and Cecil B. Moore Avenue. Walk one block over to 13th Street, turn left and walk one block up to Montgomery Avenue. The Student Center is located on 13th Street between Montgomery Ave and Cecil B. Moore Ave.
Buses that service this area: C Bus/ 3 Bus/ 23 Bus. Call SEPTA for more information.
Saturday, June 7, 2008
PHOTOS - NYC Service Trip
Check out these photos from the New York City Service Trip. Enjoy!
http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa1/NewYorkCityServiceTrip
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New York City Service Trip
Travel to New York City! See the sights and help out Vital Community Theater Company with their Pinkalicious Production. DAY: Saturday, June 7
TIME: 6:45 am to 7:00 pm
PLACE: Meet the BwB bus at the giant clothespin sculpture at 15th Street and Market Street in Philadelphia.
COST: $25. This $25 registration fee is subject to change depending on the number of people attending. The more people that sign up for the trip, the lower the cost will be for each individual. If transportation costs less than $25 per person, BwB will reimburse you by paying for part of lunch.
WHAT: We will be making wands and other props/packs for the company. There will also be some free time to explore New York City.
Vital theatre company is a community of artists who believe that a shared theatrical experience profoundly affects people's lives. They create stories that challenge the audience to ask questions, make discoveries and engage in dialogue.
Please note, payment is due in advance. Don't forget your signed permission slip AND COMPLETED HEALTH FORM. All of this is due at your next program meeting.
Meals are not provided so bring money for lunch. You will be home by 7:00 PM in time to eat dinner, but you may also choose to bring additional money and buy an evening meal in NYC. Please wear comfortable shoes since we will be walking.
Preregistration is required so talk to your program coordinator or contact Joanna Lautenberger at 215.772.2957 or joanna.lautenberger@buildingwithbooks.org ASAP.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
BwB Member Survey
BwB Students!
Help improve our programs!
Please complete the survey by June 14th. This is so important! Without your input we can't make BwB better. So be honest and let us know what you love and want to keep and what you want to change.
Thanks!
Sunday, June 1, 2008
PHOTOS - Homelessness Night
Check out these photos from BwB's first ever Homelessness Awareness Night! Enjoy. :o)
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Mural Painting with BwB
COME HELP BwB PAINT A MURAL ON CANVAS TO BE DONATED TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL IN PHILADELPHIA!!!WHAT? Painting (within the lines…)!!!
WHEN? Saturday, May 31st!
TIME? 1 pm – 4 pm!
WHERE? Philadelphia City Institute Library!19th & Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(Adjacent to Rittenhouse Square)
*Meet BwB in the lower level community room*
For more information, please contact Olanike Akanbi @ oakanbi@buildingwithbooks.org
*On day of project, call 859-536-7700*
**DO NOT FORGET YOUR PERMISSION SLIP** http://www.buildingwithbooks.org/us/BwB_ServicePermissionSlip.pdf
bwbpa.blogspot.com
*On day of project, call 859-536-7700*
**DO NOT FORGET YOUR PERMISSION SLIP** http://www.buildingwithbooks.org/us/BwB_ServicePermissionSlip.pdf
bwbpa.blogspot.com
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
Take the Subway to City Hall and transfer to one of the Green Line West Philadelphia Trolleys. Any trolley will drop off at 19TH and Market. From here, follow walking instructions below.
Market-Frankford Line (blue line):
Take the El to 30th street and transfer to one of the Green Line Trolleys going toward City Hall. Any trolley will drop off at 19TH and Market. From here, follow walking instructions below.
From 69th Street:
The 21 Bus – Get off at the intersection of 19th and Chestnut and follow walking directions below.
*Walking Instructions: Walk south to Locust Avenue (you’ll cross Chestnut, Sansom, Walnut…) At Walnut, you’ll run into Rittenhouse Square, make a right and an immediate left to continue down 19th Street. The next street will be Locust.
Buses/Trolleys: There are several buses that drop near to this location. We suggest you go to septa.org and type in S. 19th and Locust Avenue if you are looking for a bus to take. Otherwise, following the Broad Street Subway or Market-Frankford Line directions.
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
Take the Subway to City Hall and transfer to one of the Green Line West Philadelphia Trolleys. Any trolley will drop off at 19TH and Market. From here, follow walking instructions below.
Market-Frankford Line (blue line):
Take the El to 30th street and transfer to one of the Green Line Trolleys going toward City Hall. Any trolley will drop off at 19TH and Market. From here, follow walking instructions below.
From 69th Street:
The 21 Bus – Get off at the intersection of 19th and Chestnut and follow walking directions below.
*Walking Instructions: Walk south to Locust Avenue (you’ll cross Chestnut, Sansom, Walnut…) At Walnut, you’ll run into Rittenhouse Square, make a right and an immediate left to continue down 19th Street. The next street will be Locust.
Buses/Trolleys: There are several buses that drop near to this location. We suggest you go to septa.org and type in S. 19th and Locust Avenue if you are looking for a bus to take. Otherwise, following the Broad Street Subway or Market-Frankford Line directions.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
Take 76 W or E and get off at the South Street Exit
- Make a right onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 W
- Make a left onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 E
Follow South Street to 25th Street
Make a left onto 20th Street
Follow 20th Street to Locust
Make a right on Locust Street and to one block to 19th Street.
Take 76 W or E and get off at the South Street Exit
- Make a right onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 W
- Make a left onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 E
Follow South Street to 25th Street
Make a left onto 20th Street
Follow 20th Street to Locust
Make a right on Locust Street and to one block to 19th Street.
New Jersey Tree Foundation
Join BwB for a day of fun planting trees in New Jersey!What? Help plant 29 trees!
When? Saturday, May 31st
Time? 8:15am to 12:00pm
Where? Newton & Walnut Street, Camden, NJ 08103
*BwB will meet at 15th & Locust Street in Center City @ 8:15am to travel as a group on PATCO (New Jersey Transit System). You will need $2.30 for roundtrip travel to/ from New Jersey from Center City.
When? Saturday, May 31st
Time? 8:15am to 12:00pm
Where? Newton & Walnut Street, Camden, NJ 08103
*BwB will meet at 15th & Locust Street in Center City @ 8:15am to travel as a group on PATCO (New Jersey Transit System). You will need $2.30 for roundtrip travel to/ from New Jersey from Center City.
The New Jersey Tree Foundation is dedicated to the promotion, enhancement and development of urban and community forestry activities in New Jersey through education, volunteerism, community outreach, partnerships, and grants.
**DO NOT FORGET YOUR PERMISSION SLIP** http://www.buildingwithbooks.org/us/BwB_ServicePermissionSlip.pdf
For more information, please contact Olanike Akanbi @ oakanbi@buildingwithbooks.org
*On day of project, call 859-536-7700*
Dress for Mess
Refreshments Provided
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For more information, please contact Olanike Akanbi @ oakanbi@buildingwithbooks.org
*On day of project, call 859-536-7700*
Dress for Mess
Refreshments Provided
bwbpa.blogspot.com
SEPTA Directions:
Market-Frankford Line (MFL) and Broad Street Line (BSL) to Center City, Phila:
Take the MFL (blue line) train to the City Hall Stop and ‘FREE’ transfer to the BSL (orange line) train going towards Pattison; get off at the Walnut-Locust Stop. From there, walk one block over to the intersection of 15th & Locust Street. There you will meet up with a BwB staff member that will travel with the group to New Jersey on PATCO (the New Jersey Transit System).
From 69th Street to Center City, Phila:
Take the 21 bus to the intersection of 16th and Locust Street. Walk a block to 15th & Locust Street to meet up with BwB staff.
Driving Directions to New Jersey:
Take the Ben Franklin Bridge to NJ. Continue on 676 S. Take Exit 4/Kaighn Avenue toward Atlantic Avenue. Turn Right onto Atlantic Avenue. Turn Right onto S Broadway. Turn Right onto Newton Avenue. Meet BwB at the corner of Newton & Walnut Street at 9:00am.
PATCO Directions to New Jersey:
Take PATCO (New Jersey Transit) from 15th and Locust to the Broadway stop in New Jersey. Walk south (away from downtown) and turn left on Walnut Street. Meet BwB at the corner of Newton & Walnut Street at 9:00am.
Market-Frankford Line (MFL) and Broad Street Line (BSL) to Center City, Phila:
Take the MFL (blue line) train to the City Hall Stop and ‘FREE’ transfer to the BSL (orange line) train going towards Pattison; get off at the Walnut-Locust Stop. From there, walk one block over to the intersection of 15th & Locust Street. There you will meet up with a BwB staff member that will travel with the group to New Jersey on PATCO (the New Jersey Transit System).
From 69th Street to Center City, Phila:
Take the 21 bus to the intersection of 16th and Locust Street. Walk a block to 15th & Locust Street to meet up with BwB staff.
Driving Directions to New Jersey:
Take the Ben Franklin Bridge to NJ. Continue on 676 S. Take Exit 4/Kaighn Avenue toward Atlantic Avenue. Turn Right onto Atlantic Avenue. Turn Right onto S Broadway. Turn Right onto Newton Avenue. Meet BwB at the corner of Newton & Walnut Street at 9:00am.
PATCO Directions to New Jersey:
Take PATCO (New Jersey Transit) from 15th and Locust to the Broadway stop in New Jersey. Walk south (away from downtown) and turn left on Walnut Street. Meet BwB at the corner of Newton & Walnut Street at 9:00am.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
PHOTOS - Slime-A-Teacher!
Check out these photos from the Abington High School teacher slime fundraiser. Enjoy!
Friday, May 23, 2008
Homelessness Awareness Overnight
What would it mean if YOU were homeless?DAYS: Friday, May 23 to Saturday May 24
TIME: 5:00 pm Friday to 8:00 am Saturday
PLACE: Overnight will be on Liacouras Walk, an enclosed section of Temple University's Campus. Friday night, we will meet at Johnson and Hardwick Hall, 2029 North Broad Street, Between Norris Street and Diamond Street.
WHAT: As many as two million children, teens, and young adults are trying to survive in the streets. What if you were one of them? Join BwB for our first ever Homelessness Awareness OVERNIGHT experience. Join us for an evening of discussions, activities, and service as we sleep out to raise awareness.
IMPORTANT NOTE - To participate in this project you must contact either Genisha Wallace (Genisha.Wallace@buildingwithbooks.org) or Joanna Lautenberger (215.772.2957) by THURSDAY, MAY 15 to receive an information packet. You must read your info packet and return your permission slip BY MONDAY MAY 19th. Due to the serious nature of this trip, no exceptions can be made for late registration.
PICK UP YOUR INFO PACKET TO FIND OUT ABOUT - Safety, Food, Schedule of Events, a Letter to Parents, and a Permission Slip.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From I-95:
Take I-95 North to Exit 22 (Central Philadelphia/I-676). Note: this is a LEFT lane exit. Follow 676 West to Broad Street Exit. Exit to the left lane and turn left on Vine Street. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North - and follow North Broad past Montgomery Avenue until Norris st., which is 2 1/2 blocks past Temple University’s Liacouras Sports Center. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
From I-76:
Follow I-76 East for 18 miles to Exit 38 (Central Philadelphia/East 676). Note: this is a LEFT lane exit. Proceed one-half mile to the Broad Street Exit. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North - and follow North Broad around to the end where you will see campus police. half mile to the Broad Street Exit. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North. Follow North Broad past Montgomery Avenue until Norris st., which is 2 1/2 blocks past Temple University’s Liacouras Sports Center. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
From New Jersey Turnpike:
From the New Jersey Turnpike via Benjamin Franklin Bridge: Take the New Jersey Turnpike to Exit 4; then follow Route 73 North one mile to Route 38 West. Follow Route 38 approximately six miles to cross Benjamin Franklin Bridge. From the bridge follow signs to Vine Street Local Traffic and proceed one mile to Broad Street. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North - Follow North Broad past Montgomery Avenue until Norris st., which is 2 1/2 blocks past Temple University’s Liacouras Sports Center. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Take the Market – Frankford line ( EL) to 15th st. and transfer to the Broad st. line. Take the BSL headed northbound Susquehanna/Dauphin station stop. Exit at the Susquehanna station exit, make a right and walk one block to Diamond Street. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
Broad Street Line
Take the Broad st. Line to the Susquehanna/Dauphin station stop. Exit at the Susquehanna station exit , make a right and walk one block to diamond street. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
Regional Rail
Take the R-1, R-2 , R-5 or R-7 to the Temple university stop located on 10th and West berks mall. Make a right when leaving the station and walk 1 block to Temple universities campus. Walk straight ( approximately 2 blocks ) and make aright on Liacouras walk. Cross Norris st. and turn left at Peabody residence hall. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
Take I-95 North to Exit 22 (Central Philadelphia/I-676). Note: this is a LEFT lane exit. Follow 676 West to Broad Street Exit. Exit to the left lane and turn left on Vine Street. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North - and follow North Broad past Montgomery Avenue until Norris st., which is 2 1/2 blocks past Temple University’s Liacouras Sports Center. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
From I-76:
Follow I-76 East for 18 miles to Exit 38 (Central Philadelphia/East 676). Note: this is a LEFT lane exit. Proceed one-half mile to the Broad Street Exit. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North - and follow North Broad around to the end where you will see campus police. half mile to the Broad Street Exit. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North. Follow North Broad past Montgomery Avenue until Norris st., which is 2 1/2 blocks past Temple University’s Liacouras Sports Center. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
From New Jersey Turnpike:
From the New Jersey Turnpike via Benjamin Franklin Bridge: Take the New Jersey Turnpike to Exit 4; then follow Route 73 North one mile to Route 38 West. Follow Route 38 approximately six miles to cross Benjamin Franklin Bridge. From the bridge follow signs to Vine Street Local Traffic and proceed one mile to Broad Street. Turn left on Broad Street - 611 North - Follow North Broad past Montgomery Avenue until Norris st., which is 2 1/2 blocks past Temple University’s Liacouras Sports Center. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Take the Market – Frankford line ( EL) to 15th st. and transfer to the Broad st. line. Take the BSL headed northbound Susquehanna/Dauphin station stop. Exit at the Susquehanna station exit, make a right and walk one block to Diamond Street. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
Broad Street Line
Take the Broad st. Line to the Susquehanna/Dauphin station stop. Exit at the Susquehanna station exit , make a right and walk one block to diamond street. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
Regional Rail
Take the R-1, R-2 , R-5 or R-7 to the Temple university stop located on 10th and West berks mall. Make a right when leaving the station and walk 1 block to Temple universities campus. Walk straight ( approximately 2 blocks ) and make aright on Liacouras walk. Cross Norris st. and turn left at Peabody residence hall. Johnson and Hardwick Hall is Located at 2029 North Broad st. Between Norris st. & Diamond St.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
PHOTOS - Books Through Bars
Check out these photos from the Books Through Bars Sunday service project. Enjoy!
Books Through Bars
Pack books for justice!DAY: Sunday, May 18th
TIME: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
PLACE: The A Space, 4722 Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19143
WHAT: Books through Bars sends quality reading material to prisoners and encourages creative dialogue on the criminal justice system, thereby educating those living inside and outside of prison walls.
Volunteers will create packages of books to send to prisoners around the country. We respond anonymously to prisoner's letters that contain requests for books.
Lunch is provided! Please don't forget your permission slip! You must RSVP to attend this project because space is limited. Talk to your program coordinator for more information or contact Joanna Lautenberger at 610.608.9319 or Joanna.Lautenberger@buildingwithbooks.org.
For up to date information about upcoming service projects, and to see photos from past projects visit www.bwbpa.blogspot.com.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Market-Frankford and Broad Street Lines:
From 30th Street Station, take the #34 trolley (the green line) to 47th and Baltimore. The A-Space is halfway down the block, on the south side of Baltimore Avenue. There is a large parking lot next to the A Space and a bike rack in front of the parking lot.
www.septa.org 215.580.7800
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
Take 76 East toward Central Philadelphia. Take exit #346B/University Avenue onto S. University Avenue toward Grays Ferry Avenue. Turn LEFT onto Baltimore Avenue. The A Space/Books Thru Bars will be on your LEFT.
Take 76 West toward Schuylkill Expwy North. Take exit #346B onto S. 34th Street toward Civic Center/University Avenue. Turn LEFT onto Grays Ferry Avenue. Bear RIGHT onto S. 47th Street. Turn LEFT onto Baltimore Avenue. The A Space/Books Through Bars will be on your LEFT.
Market-Frankford and Broad Street Lines:
From 30th Street Station, take the #34 trolley (the green line) to 47th and Baltimore. The A-Space is halfway down the block, on the south side of Baltimore Avenue. There is a large parking lot next to the A Space and a bike rack in front of the parking lot.
www.septa.org 215.580.7800
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
Take 76 East toward Central Philadelphia. Take exit #346B/University Avenue onto S. University Avenue toward Grays Ferry Avenue. Turn LEFT onto Baltimore Avenue. The A Space/Books Thru Bars will be on your LEFT.
Take 76 West toward Schuylkill Expwy North. Take exit #346B onto S. 34th Street toward Civic Center/University Avenue. Turn LEFT onto Grays Ferry Avenue. Bear RIGHT onto S. 47th Street. Turn LEFT onto Baltimore Avenue. The A Space/Books Through Bars will be on your LEFT.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
PHOTOS - Fairmount Park Day
Click on this link to check out photos from the Fairmount Park Day Service Project. Enjoy! Fairmount Park Day!
HELP BEAUTIFY YOUR CITY!DAY: Saturday, May 17th
TIME: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
PLACE: Schuylkill River Towpath, 25th and Locust Ave., Center City Philadelphia, PA 19104.
WHAT: In partnership with the Fairmount Park Commission and Greater Philadelphia Cares, volunteers will garden, plant trees, clean playgrounds, and repair trails. From small community playgrounds to large major parks, no stone will be left unturned. Hundreds of volunteers will come together this Saturday to help revitalize Philadelphia's beautiful parks.
A light breakfast will be provided. Please don't forget your permission slip!
For more information contact Elizabeth Victor at 215-772-2943 or email at elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org or call 215-292-9261 the day of the project.
For up to date information about all Saturday Service Projects, and to see photos from past projects, visit http://www.bwbpa.blogspot.com/.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
Take the Subway to City Hall and transfer to one of the Green Line West Philadelphia Trolleys. Any trolley will drop off at 22nd and Market. At 22nd and Market walk south to Locust Avenue (you’ll cross Chestnut, Sansom, Walnut…), then walk 3 blocks west to 25th and Locust. There is a very beautiful entrance and Locust dead ends into the park.
Market-Frankford Line (blue line):
Take the El to 30th street and transfer to one of the Green Line trolleys going toward City Hall. Any trolley will drop off at 22nd and Market. Following the directions above to walk to 25th and Locust.
Buses/Trolleys: There are several buses that drop near to this location. We suggest you go to septa.org and type in S. 25th and Locust Avenue if you are looking for a bus to take. Otherwise, following the Broad Street Line or El directions. Again any trolley from West Philadelphia (excluding the 15) will take you to 22nd and Market and the directions above.
*SEPTA: 215-580-7800
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From the Schuylkill Expressway - 76 W/76E
* Get off at the South Street Exit. Make a right onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 W/ Make a left onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 E.
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
Take the Subway to City Hall and transfer to one of the Green Line West Philadelphia Trolleys. Any trolley will drop off at 22nd and Market. At 22nd and Market walk south to Locust Avenue (you’ll cross Chestnut, Sansom, Walnut…), then walk 3 blocks west to 25th and Locust. There is a very beautiful entrance and Locust dead ends into the park.
Market-Frankford Line (blue line):
Take the El to 30th street and transfer to one of the Green Line trolleys going toward City Hall. Any trolley will drop off at 22nd and Market. Following the directions above to walk to 25th and Locust.
Buses/Trolleys: There are several buses that drop near to this location. We suggest you go to septa.org and type in S. 25th and Locust Avenue if you are looking for a bus to take. Otherwise, following the Broad Street Line or El directions. Again any trolley from West Philadelphia (excluding the 15) will take you to 22nd and Market and the directions above.
*SEPTA: 215-580-7800
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From the Schuylkill Expressway - 76 W/76E
* Get off at the South Street Exit. Make a right onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 W/ Make a left onto the South Street Bridge when taking 76 E.
* Follow South Street to 25th Street Make a left onto 25th Street.
* Follow 25th Street to Locust.
Ronald McDonald House
Join Building with Books as Guest Chefs at the Ronald McDonald House!
WHEN? Saturday, May 17
TIME? 8:15 am (promptly) – 10:30 am
WHERE? 3925 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
TIME? 8:15 am (promptly) – 10:30 am
WHERE? 3925 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
WHAT? Preparing breakfast for families at the House
Volunteers will prepare a homemade breakfast for the children and families at the House. After a long week in the hospital, families look forward to waking up for a hardy breakfast that may otherwise be skipped due to financial difficulties or time constraints. Volunteers will have to opportunity to interact with the families based on comfort levels.
The Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House provides a much-needed home away from home for families whose children are receiving medical treatment for serious illness. They provide comfort, care, food, necessities, and support families need to get through such stressful times.
http://www.philarmh.org/
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www.buildingwithbooks.org/us/BwB_ServicePermissionSlip.pdf
For more information, please contact Olanike Akanbi at oakanbi@buildingwithbooks.org
On day of project, call 859-536-7700
SEPTA Directions:
Via Broad Street Line (Orange) & Market Frankford Line (Blue):
Take the Broad Street/ Orange Line going towards City Hall/15th Street Stop. Transfer (FREE) to the Market-Frankfort/ Blue Line towards West Philadelphia. Get off at the 40th Street Stop which is at 40th & Market Street. Walk one block south to Chestnut Street and almost another block towards 39th Street. The RMHouse will be on the left between 40th Street and 38th Street.
Driving Directions:
Take 76 East to Exit # 345 (30th Street/Market Street.) exit. Turn right at first stop sign. Turn right at second traffic signal onto Market Street. Go straight to 40th Street. Turn left at 40th Street. For Front Entrance: Go one traffic light and turn left onto Chestnut Street. Green gate in the middle of the block on the left hand side is entrance. For Garage Entrance: Go one block and turn left onto Ludlow Street. The underground parking garage is on the right hand side in the middle of the block.
On day of project, call 859-536-7700
SEPTA Directions:
Via Broad Street Line (Orange) & Market Frankford Line (Blue):
Take the Broad Street/ Orange Line going towards City Hall/15th Street Stop. Transfer (FREE) to the Market-Frankfort/ Blue Line towards West Philadelphia. Get off at the 40th Street Stop which is at 40th & Market Street. Walk one block south to Chestnut Street and almost another block towards 39th Street. The RMHouse will be on the left between 40th Street and 38th Street.
Driving Directions:
Take 76 East to Exit # 345 (30th Street/Market Street.) exit. Turn right at first stop sign. Turn right at second traffic signal onto Market Street. Go straight to 40th Street. Turn left at 40th Street. For Front Entrance: Go one traffic light and turn left onto Chestnut Street. Green gate in the middle of the block on the left hand side is entrance. For Garage Entrance: Go one block and turn left onto Ludlow Street. The underground parking garage is on the right hand side in the middle of the block.
Take 76 West to the University Avenue exit. At V.A. hospital, University Avenue turns into 38th Street. Follow 38th Street straight to Market Street. Turn left on Market Street. Follow for two traffic signals and turn left onto 40th Street. For Front Entrance: Go one traffic light and turn left onto Chestnut Street. Green gate in the middle of the block on the left hand side is entrance. For Garage Entrance: Go one block and turn left onto Ludlow Street. The underground parking garage is on the right hand side in the middle of the block.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Neighborhood Bike Works
Come out to decorate a 4-person bike sculpture on your Half-Day!!! What? Help design bike sculptures
Day? Friday, May 16th 2008
Time? 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Where? 3916 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104
(Located Inside of St. Mary’s Church on the U. Penn Campus)
Time? 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Where? 3916 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104
(Located Inside of St. Mary’s Church on the U. Penn Campus)
Volunteers will help design bike sculptures on a 4-person bicycle that will be used in the 2nd Annual Kinetic Sculpture Derby (KKSD) – a parade celebrating art and human powered transit! Volunteers will have the option to stay until 6pm to assist with the NBW after-school program
Neighborhood Bike Works (NBW) is a nonprofit educational organization in West Philadelphia that seeks to increase opportunities for youth through bicycling. By completing a series of classes and fixing up used bikes donated by the community, students can earn a bike for themselves with a helmet and a lock. In addition to providing a positive activity for young people NBW introduces them to the fun, the health benefits, and the freedom that come with cycling in the city.
For more information on day of project, please call Genisha Wallace at (267) 357-2981
~ Don’t Forget your Signed Permission Slip! ~
www.buildingwithbooks.org/us/BwB_ServicePermissionSlip.pdf
DIRECTIONS
Septa:
Market-Frankford El (blue line) to the 40th Street Stop. From the corner of 40th Street and Market Street, walk south to Locust Street (located one block past Walnut Street). Turn left onto Locust Walk and walk to the big church – St. Mary’s – located on the right. The NBW entrance is located behind the church. Ring the bell for entrance by squeezing the brake lever on the bike handle by the door.
Note: Locust Street dead ends onto 40th street and continues as a path called Locust Walk leading through the U. Penn campus.
Broad Street Subway (orange line) to City Hall stop and transfer (free) onto the Market-Frankford El and follow directions above to NBW.
Buses 21, 30, 40, and 42 also service this area.
SEPTA: (215.580.7800) http://www.septa.org/
Driving:
From 76:
· Take I-76 EAST towards Central Phila. Take Exit #342/Girard Ave/Phila Zoo (US 13). Turn RIGHT onto W Girard Ave (US 30). Turn LEFT onto N 40th Street and travel for about 1.5 miles. Drive one block past Walnut Street to Locust Street. Locust Street dead ends onto 40th Street and becomes Locust Walk. Walk LEFT onto Locust Walk.
· Walk on U. Penn Campus towards St. Mary’s Church on Locust Walk. St. Mary’s Church will be on the right facing Locust Walk (Cars cannot drive on Locust Walk). The NBW entrance is behind the church. Ring the Bell by squeezing the brake lever on the bike handle on the side of the entrance.
For more information on day of project, please call Genisha Wallace at (267) 357-2981
~ Don’t Forget your Signed Permission Slip! ~
www.buildingwithbooks.org/us/BwB_ServicePermissionSlip.pdf
DIRECTIONS
Septa:
Market-Frankford El (blue line) to the 40th Street Stop. From the corner of 40th Street and Market Street, walk south to Locust Street (located one block past Walnut Street). Turn left onto Locust Walk and walk to the big church – St. Mary’s – located on the right. The NBW entrance is located behind the church. Ring the bell for entrance by squeezing the brake lever on the bike handle by the door.
Note: Locust Street dead ends onto 40th street and continues as a path called Locust Walk leading through the U. Penn campus.
Broad Street Subway (orange line) to City Hall stop and transfer (free) onto the Market-Frankford El and follow directions above to NBW.
Buses 21, 30, 40, and 42 also service this area.
SEPTA: (215.580.7800) http://www.septa.org/
Driving:
From 76:
· Take I-76 EAST towards Central Phila. Take Exit #342/Girard Ave/Phila Zoo (US 13). Turn RIGHT onto W Girard Ave (US 30). Turn LEFT onto N 40th Street and travel for about 1.5 miles. Drive one block past Walnut Street to Locust Street. Locust Street dead ends onto 40th Street and becomes Locust Walk. Walk LEFT onto Locust Walk.
· Walk on U. Penn Campus towards St. Mary’s Church on Locust Walk. St. Mary’s Church will be on the right facing Locust Walk (Cars cannot drive on Locust Walk). The NBW entrance is behind the church. Ring the Bell by squeezing the brake lever on the bike handle on the side of the entrance.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
PHOTOS - City Year Serve-A-Thon
Check out these photos from City Year's Serve-A-Thon! Enjoy... http://picasaweb.google.com/bwbpa1/CityYearServeAThon
Serve-A-Thon with City Year
Serve-A-Thon with City Year!DAY: Saturday, May 10th, 2008
TIME: 8:30am to 2:00pm
TIME: 8:30am to 2:00pm
PLACE: Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center, 22nd Street and Lehigh Ave., Philadelphia
Join Building with Books and City Year in our efforts to revitalize Cecil. B. Moore Recreation Center! Help this center become a hub for safe, educational, and fun activities for local children.
Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center was built in 1923 and is located in a neighborhood with a rich cultural history. The playground and activities offered at Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center have a special place in the hearts and childhood memories of many of those who grew here. However, times have changed! In recent years the Recreation Center has faced many problems. In 2004, the city was going to destroy the recreation center because it lacked funding. The facility’s condition was miserable, and when a 10-year-old boy was shot and killed several blocks away, several people in the community decided the time had come to make some changes. They decided it was time to restore the aging center to its former glory. Help the center achieve this goal!
Volunteers Will:
· Paint a fence!
· Paint the Recreation Center!
· Paint games on the Blacktop!
· Help to remove Graffiti!
· Indoor cleaning and beautification!
· Pick-up trash from the surrounding area!
· Playground restoration!
Schedule of Events:
8:30 am – Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am – Opening Program
9:30 am – Volunteer Projects
1:30 pm – Lunch
2:00 pm – We’re Done!
Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center was built in 1923 and is located in a neighborhood with a rich cultural history. The playground and activities offered at Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center have a special place in the hearts and childhood memories of many of those who grew here. However, times have changed! In recent years the Recreation Center has faced many problems. In 2004, the city was going to destroy the recreation center because it lacked funding. The facility’s condition was miserable, and when a 10-year-old boy was shot and killed several blocks away, several people in the community decided the time had come to make some changes. They decided it was time to restore the aging center to its former glory. Help the center achieve this goal!
Volunteers Will:
· Paint a fence!
· Paint the Recreation Center!
· Paint games on the Blacktop!
· Help to remove Graffiti!
· Indoor cleaning and beautification!
· Pick-up trash from the surrounding area!
· Playground restoration!
Schedule of Events:
8:30 am – Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am – Opening Program
9:30 am – Volunteer Projects
1:30 pm – Lunch
2:00 pm – We’re Done!
NOTE: Breakfast and Lunch are provided. Please dress for mess, painting, and outdoor weather conditions.
SEPTA DIRECTIONS:
The Recreation Center is essentially at 22nd Street and Lehigh Ave, just behind Dobbins High School. The easiest ways to get to Cecil B. Moore via SEPTA are to use the route 33 Bus (stops directly in front of the Center’s building on 22nd Street) or the Broad Street Subway/route 54 Bus. Use 2551 N. 22nd Street as the end location if using SEPTA’s “Plan My Trip” function on www.septa.org.
From City Hall (via 33 Bus):
* Take the route 33 Bus westbound at 15th Street and JFK Ave (direction: Venango Street)
* Disembark the route 33 Bus on 22nd Street just after passing Sedgley Ave, directly in front of the recreation center.
From City Hall (via Broad Street Subway):
* Take the Broad Street Line Local (make sure it is not an express) north towards Fern Rock Transportation Center.
* Disembark subway at North Philadelphia Station (Lehigh Ave)
* Take the route 54 Bus westbound at Broad Street and Lehigh Ave (direction: Strawberry Mansion)
* Disembark the route 54 Bus at 22nd Street and Lehigh Ave.
*You can also walk from Broad Street and Lehigh Ave instead of taking the route 54 Bus. Just walk west along Lehigh Ave until you reach the Recreation Center. The walk will take about 15 minutes.
If you have questions the day of the event please call: Joanna at (610)608-9319 or Luis at (267)994-2563.
The Recreation Center is essentially at 22nd Street and Lehigh Ave, just behind Dobbins High School. The easiest ways to get to Cecil B. Moore via SEPTA are to use the route 33 Bus (stops directly in front of the Center’s building on 22nd Street) or the Broad Street Subway/route 54 Bus. Use 2551 N. 22nd Street as the end location if using SEPTA’s “Plan My Trip” function on www.septa.org.
From City Hall (via 33 Bus):
* Take the route 33 Bus westbound at 15th Street and JFK Ave (direction: Venango Street)
* Disembark the route 33 Bus on 22nd Street just after passing Sedgley Ave, directly in front of the recreation center.
From City Hall (via Broad Street Subway):
* Take the Broad Street Line Local (make sure it is not an express) north towards Fern Rock Transportation Center.
* Disembark subway at North Philadelphia Station (Lehigh Ave)
* Take the route 54 Bus westbound at Broad Street and Lehigh Ave (direction: Strawberry Mansion)
* Disembark the route 54 Bus at 22nd Street and Lehigh Ave.
*You can also walk from Broad Street and Lehigh Ave instead of taking the route 54 Bus. Just walk west along Lehigh Ave until you reach the Recreation Center. The walk will take about 15 minutes.
If you have questions the day of the event please call: Joanna at (610)608-9319 or Luis at (267)994-2563.
PLEASE DO NOT FORGET YOUR SIGNED PERMISSION SLIP.
If you do not have a permission slip, or it is not filled out correctly you will not be aloud to attend the project!
Saturday, May 3, 2008
MYX International Art Project
Help create a global art piece
When: Saturday May 3rd 10:00am-2:00pm
When: Saturday May 3rd 10:00am-2:00pm
What: MYX and the Middle East Center at U Penn present an outdoor international artwork opportunity
Where: In front on the Art Museum on Benjamin Franklin Parkway under the large red Iroquois statue
Where: In front on the Art Museum on Benjamin Franklin Parkway under the large red Iroquois statue
There will be a youth fair sponsored by Y Philly during the artwork project where students can buy lunch and take part in other activities following the service project.
MYX: Multicultural Youth eXchange is a Philadelphia-based, nonprofit organization that works to increase tolerance among young people worldwide by using art-based projects to explore diverse cultures and social issues relevant to all youth.
Volunteers will help set up and create an outdoor artwork expression that is being made in Vanadzor, Armenia. Students may also help younger kids participation in the project and help with clean up following the construction.
For more information, please contact
Elizabeth Victor @ 215-772-2943 or 215-292-9261 on day of project
Don’t forget your permission slip!MYX: Multicultural Youth eXchange is a Philadelphia-based, nonprofit organization that works to increase tolerance among young people worldwide by using art-based projects to explore diverse cultures and social issues relevant to all youth.
Volunteers will help set up and create an outdoor artwork expression that is being made in Vanadzor, Armenia. Students may also help younger kids participation in the project and help with clean up following the construction.
For more information, please contact
Elizabeth Victor @ 215-772-2943 or 215-292-9261 on day of project
SEPTA Directions:
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
(From Northern Points) Get a transfer and take the Subway towards Center City. Get off at City Hall and walk to 15th and JFK (giant monopoly pieces and other statues) and transfer to the 32 Bus in the direction of Lyceum Ave/ Ridge Ave. Get off at Pennsylvania Ave and 25th street and walk towards the Giant Red Statue.
(From Southern Points) Get a transfer and take the Subway towards Center City. Get off at 15th Street and JFK Boulevard to transfer to Bus #32 going in the direction of Lyceum Ave/ Ridge Ave. Get off at the corner of 25th and Pennsylvania Avenue. Walk towards the Giant Red Metal Statue.
Market-Frankford Line (blue line):
Get a transfer and take the train towards Center City Philadelphia. Get off at 15th Street. Walk to the corner of 15th Street and JFK Boulevard to transfer to Bus #32 going in the direction of Lyceum Ave/ Ridge Ave. Get off at the corner of 25th and Pennsylvania Avenue. Walk towards the Giant Red Metal Statue.
Buses/Trolleys:
You can take the Bus 32 bus in either direction and get off at 25th and Pennsylvania. You can also take the 43 and get off at the Art Museum and walk down towards the giant red statue. From 15th and JFK you can also take the 38 toward Wissahickon and the 7 towards Dauphin Loop to get to the Art Museum.
*SEPTA: 215-580-7800
DRIVING Directions:
Take 95 North to Exit #22/Central Phila (US 30) toward 676 E/ Independence Hall (US 30 E). Take the first 676 exit onto 23rd St/ Ben Franklin Parkway. Turn LEFT onto the Ben Franklin Parkway. The large red metal statue will be on your right side. There is no easy spot to park and be dropped off.
From 76 drive towards Center City and take the I-676 East exit toward Central Philadelphia. Take the first 676 exit onto 23rd St/ Ben Franklin Parkway. Turn LEFT onto the Parkway. The large red metal statue will be on your right side.
Broad Street Subway (orange line):
(From Northern Points) Get a transfer and take the Subway towards Center City. Get off at City Hall and walk to 15th and JFK (giant monopoly pieces and other statues) and transfer to the 32 Bus in the direction of Lyceum Ave/ Ridge Ave. Get off at Pennsylvania Ave and 25th street and walk towards the Giant Red Statue.
(From Southern Points) Get a transfer and take the Subway towards Center City. Get off at 15th Street and JFK Boulevard to transfer to Bus #32 going in the direction of Lyceum Ave/ Ridge Ave. Get off at the corner of 25th and Pennsylvania Avenue. Walk towards the Giant Red Metal Statue.
Market-Frankford Line (blue line):
Get a transfer and take the train towards Center City Philadelphia. Get off at 15th Street. Walk to the corner of 15th Street and JFK Boulevard to transfer to Bus #32 going in the direction of Lyceum Ave/ Ridge Ave. Get off at the corner of 25th and Pennsylvania Avenue. Walk towards the Giant Red Metal Statue.
Buses/Trolleys:
You can take the Bus 32 bus in either direction and get off at 25th and Pennsylvania. You can also take the 43 and get off at the Art Museum and walk down towards the giant red statue. From 15th and JFK you can also take the 38 toward Wissahickon and the 7 towards Dauphin Loop to get to the Art Museum.
*SEPTA: 215-580-7800
DRIVING Directions:
Take 95 North to Exit #22/Central Phila (US 30) toward 676 E/ Independence Hall (US 30 E). Take the first 676 exit onto 23rd St/ Ben Franklin Parkway. Turn LEFT onto the Ben Franklin Parkway. The large red metal statue will be on your right side. There is no easy spot to park and be dropped off.
From 76 drive towards Center City and take the I-676 East exit toward Central Philadelphia. Take the first 676 exit onto 23rd St/ Ben Franklin Parkway. Turn LEFT onto the Parkway. The large red metal statue will be on your right side.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
PHOTOS - Free Scoop Day @ Ben & Jerry's
Check out these photos from the FREE SCOOP DAY Service Project @ Ben & Jerry's benefiting 'Stand Up for Kids'. Enjoy! Volunteer for FREE SCOOP DAY
Enjoy FREE Ice Cream and Make a Difference!DAY: Tuesday, April 29
TIME: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION 1: Ben and Jerry’s U Penn, 218 S 40th Street, Philadelphia
TIME: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION 1: Ben and Jerry’s U Penn, 218 S 40th Street, Philadelphia
LOCATION 2: Ben and Jerry's 30th Street Station, 1 N 30th Street, Space 229, Philadelphia 19104.
WHAT: *** Help scoop FREE ice cream (SAMPLES INCLUDED) *** Pass out information to folks standing in line *** Sign up interested people on a mailing list *** Collect donations ***
WHY: Ben and Jerry’s free cone day goes to support an awesome organization called STAND UP FOR KIDS (sufk). SUFK helps homeless street kids around the US. They say…
“As many as two million children, teens, and young adults are trying to survive on US streets today. They make up 27% - the fastest growing segment – of the US homeless population.
This is YOUR call to action. Become a Friend of Kids by helping at FREE SCOOP DAY. When everyone else in their world has abandoned them; we are making a difference. We need your help so we can stay on the streets, saving kids.”
WHAT: *** Help scoop FREE ice cream (SAMPLES INCLUDED) *** Pass out information to folks standing in line *** Sign up interested people on a mailing list *** Collect donations ***
WHY: Ben and Jerry’s free cone day goes to support an awesome organization called STAND UP FOR KIDS (sufk). SUFK helps homeless street kids around the US. They say…
“As many as two million children, teens, and young adults are trying to survive on US streets today. They make up 27% - the fastest growing segment – of the US homeless population.
This is YOUR call to action. Become a Friend of Kids by helping at FREE SCOOP DAY. When everyone else in their world has abandoned them; we are making a difference. We need your help so we can stay on the streets, saving kids.”
SPACE IS LIMITED If you'd like to participate talk to your program coordinator about volunteer location or call 215.772.2957.
PLEASE NOTE: Bring a bag dinner or money for food. Free Ice Cream Scoop for all volunteers. Possibility of meeting celebrity scoopers!
FOR MORE INFO: Contact Joanna Lautenberger at 610.608.9319 or Joanna.Lautenberger@buildingwithbooks.org.
FOR MORE INFO: Contact Joanna Lautenberger at 610.608.9319 or Joanna.Lautenberger@buildingwithbooks.org.
DIRECTIONS to WEST PHILADELPHIA LOCATION:
Driving:
* Take BROAD STREET South
* Turn RIGHT onto WALNUT STREET
* Take BROAD STREET South
* Turn RIGHT onto WALNUT STREET
* Turn LEFT onto S 40th STREET
Septa:
* Take the MFL to the 40th Street Stop
* Walk approximately 5 and a half blocks from Market Street, to just past Walnut Street.
Saturday, April 26, 2008
JSP BUS TIMES AND LOCATIONS!
Spring Joint Service Project
When? Saturday, April 26th
Bus Pick Ups:
BUS #1 Temple University Main Campus
Corner of Broad and Montgomery Avenue (Liacouras Center)
Time for boarding bus: 7:00-7:15am
Bus leaves at 7:15am
BUS #2 Temple Center City Building
1515 Market Street (across from City Hall)
Time for boarding bus: 7:00-7:20am
Bus leaves at 7:20am
Destination? Albany Avenue Beach
Buses will leave at 3:30pm and return to original pick up spots by 5pm.
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Dress for Mess & Bring any money for extra food!
Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy sneakers!
*Food will be provided but will be very light. It is your responsibility to bring extra money or let your BwB coordinator know if you need support*
You can give your parents Elizabeth’s cell phone number as a contact the day of the project. 215-292-9261
When? Saturday, April 26th
Bus Pick Ups:
BUS #1 Temple University Main Campus
Corner of Broad and Montgomery Avenue (Liacouras Center)
Time for boarding bus: 7:00-7:15am
Bus leaves at 7:15am
BUS #2 Temple Center City Building
1515 Market Street (across from City Hall)
Time for boarding bus: 7:00-7:20am
Bus leaves at 7:20am
Destination? Albany Avenue Beach
Buses will leave at 3:30pm and return to original pick up spots by 5pm.
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Dress for Mess & Bring any money for extra food!
Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy sneakers!
*Food will be provided but will be very light. It is your responsibility to bring extra money or let your BwB coordinator know if you need support*
You can give your parents Elizabeth’s cell phone number as a contact the day of the project. 215-292-9261
Friday, April 18, 2008
Half-Day Earth Day project
You’ve got a half-day! Come out and learn about conservation and help celebrate Earth Day!
When? Friday, February 8th!12:30pm to 3pm!
What? Creating Philadelphia Tree for Earth Day Forest
Where? Temple University
Tuttleman Learning Center Room 300B
13th and Montgomery Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Come support the 16th Annual Children’s Earth Day Forest, the Delaware Valley’s longest running Earth Day event.Volunteers Will: learn about conservation and the Pennsylvania forest from a representative from Lower Merion Conservancy project and then create a north philly tree for their Kid’s earth day tree forest.
For more information, please call or email Elizabeth Victor,
(215) 772-2943 elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org You can call her cell phone 215-292-9261 the day of the project.
Transportation
Septa:
Broad Street Line: Take the Broad Street Subway to the Montgomery Avenue stop. Walk one block east to 13th and Montgomery to Tuttleman Hall.
Market-Frankford Line: Take the train to City Hall to the Broad Street Line. Follow direction above from Broad Street Line.
Buses: The C Bus runs north and south on Broad St. Coming from the east or west, you can take the #3 bus to Cecil B Moore and 13th and walk two blocks north.
Driving Directions:From Center City, go north Broad Street to Montgomery Ave. Turn right onto Montgomery. Go one block to 13th and Montgomery. Look for Tuttleman Learning Center on the Northeast Corner (opposite the student center).
When? Friday, February 8th!12:30pm to 3pm!
What? Creating Philadelphia Tree for Earth Day Forest
Where? Temple University
Tuttleman Learning Center Room 300B
13th and Montgomery Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Come support the 16th Annual Children’s Earth Day Forest, the Delaware Valley’s longest running Earth Day event.Volunteers Will: learn about conservation and the Pennsylvania forest from a representative from Lower Merion Conservancy project and then create a north philly tree for their Kid’s earth day tree forest.
For more information, please call or email Elizabeth Victor,
(215) 772-2943 elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org You can call her cell phone 215-292-9261 the day of the project.
Transportation
Septa:
Broad Street Line: Take the Broad Street Subway to the Montgomery Avenue stop. Walk one block east to 13th and Montgomery to Tuttleman Hall.
Market-Frankford Line: Take the train to City Hall to the Broad Street Line. Follow direction above from Broad Street Line.
Buses: The C Bus runs north and south on Broad St. Coming from the east or west, you can take the #3 bus to Cecil B Moore and 13th and walk two blocks north.
Driving Directions:From Center City, go north Broad Street to Montgomery Ave. Turn right onto Montgomery. Go one block to 13th and Montgomery. Look for Tuttleman Learning Center on the Northeast Corner (opposite the student center).
Community Paint Day
Mural Arts Program Paint Day!!
Building with books and the Mural Arts Program present…
Community Paint Day
Day: Saturday April, 19,2008
Time: 10:30am - 4:00pm
What: Community Paint Day
Where: Charles L. Durham Branch,
Free Library of Philadelphia, 3320 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104
For more information , please contact Elizabeth Victor
215-772-2943 . elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org
or Call her cell phone 215-292-9261 the day of the project.
(Remember bring a bag lunch / money for lunch and your permission slip)
Directions
From I-76
Take exit 326 to merge onto I-76 E toward I-476/Philadelphia/US-202/Valley Forge
Partial toll road Take exit 343 for Spring Garden St toward Haverford Ave
Turn right at Spring Garden St
Turn right at N 33rd St/US-13 N
Turn left at Haverford Ave
3320 Haverford Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104
From I-95
Take exit 22 on the left toward I-676 W/Central Phila/US-30 W
Merge onto I-676 W/US-30 W/Vine St Expy
Take the I-76 E exit toward International Airport
Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Market St/30th St Station
Turn right at Arch St
Turn right at John F Kennedy Blvd
Turn right at Market St
Turn right at N 33rd St
Turn left at Haverford Ave
3320 Haverford Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104
Public Transportation
Septa
Broad St line
Take the Broad st. line to the city hall stop. Walk 1 block to 15th and JFK Blvd. Take the 38 bus towards west Philadelphia. Get off at the 31st street stop.
Turn left onto Haverford ave. and walk to 3320 Haverford ave.
Market Frankford line –El
Take the Market Frankford line (EL) to the city hall stop(15th and Market). Walk 1 block to 15th and JFK Blvd. Take the 38 bus towards west Philadelphia. Get off at the 31st street stop. Turn left onto Haverford ave. and walk to 3320 Haverford.
Building with books and the Mural Arts Program present…
Community Paint Day
Day: Saturday April, 19,2008
Time: 10:30am - 4:00pm
What: Community Paint Day
Where: Charles L. Durham Branch,
Free Library of Philadelphia, 3320 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104
For more information , please contact Elizabeth Victor
215-772-2943 . elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org
or Call her cell phone 215-292-9261 the day of the project.
(Remember bring a bag lunch / money for lunch and your permission slip)
Directions
From I-76
Take exit 326 to merge onto I-76 E toward I-476/Philadelphia/US-202/Valley Forge
Partial toll road Take exit 343 for Spring Garden St toward Haverford Ave
Turn right at Spring Garden St
Turn right at N 33rd St/US-13 N
Turn left at Haverford Ave
3320 Haverford Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104
From I-95
Take exit 22 on the left toward I-676 W/Central Phila/US-30 W
Merge onto I-676 W/US-30 W/Vine St Expy
Take the I-76 E exit toward International Airport
Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Market St/30th St Station
Turn right at Arch St
Turn right at John F Kennedy Blvd
Turn right at Market St
Turn right at N 33rd St
Turn left at Haverford Ave
3320 Haverford Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104
Public Transportation
Septa
Broad St line
Take the Broad st. line to the city hall stop. Walk 1 block to 15th and JFK Blvd. Take the 38 bus towards west Philadelphia. Get off at the 31st street stop.
Turn left onto Haverford ave. and walk to 3320 Haverford ave.
Market Frankford line –El
Take the Market Frankford line (EL) to the city hall stop(15th and Market). Walk 1 block to 15th and JFK Blvd. Take the 38 bus towards west Philadelphia. Get off at the 31st street stop. Turn left onto Haverford ave. and walk to 3320 Haverford.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Buy Great BwB Stuff!
Buy Great BwB Stuff!!!
Have you ever wanted a BwB hoodie? What about a T-Shirt for your dog or a poster? There's so much great stuff for sale! Visit http://www.cafepress.com/buildingwbooks to get yours!
Have you ever wanted a BwB hoodie? What about a T-Shirt for your dog or a poster? There's so much great stuff for sale! Visit http://www.cafepress.com/buildingwbooks to get yours!BwB is NOT making a profit on these products. Some items are more expensive then in the past because Cafepress handles the shipping, ordering, and creation of all the products.
~ ENJOY ~
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Legs against Arms Anti-Violence March and Fair
Join BwB for a SUNDAY service project at St. Joseph's University!
DAY: Sunday, April 13th
TIME: 8:00am-12:30pm
WHAT? Anti-violence 5K Race/Walk, 1 mile Fun Run/Walk, Peace Festival, and Celebration of Youth
WHERE? St. Joe's’ University
54th Street and City Avenue Philadelphia, PA
(Once on site, get directed to the finish line)
Volunteers will help with finish line timing, water and refreshments. Following the race, volunteers will help with interactive educational opportunities and with clean up.
For more information, please call or email Elizabeth Victor at elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org or by phone at (215) 772-2943 Call her cell phone at 215-292-9261 the day of the project.
Don’t forget your permission slip.
www.bwbpa.blogspot.com
Driving Directions:
From 30th Street Amtrak Station: Take I-76 West
(Schuylkill Expressway) to Exit 339
(Rte. 1 South, City Avenue). Follow two miles to St. Joseph's University (SJU). Follow signs for registration.
Septa:
BY TRAIN: From 30th Street Station:
Take the R5 local Paoli/Thorndale one stop to Overbrook train station and walk 1/2 mile north to Saint John’s University.
BY BUS: From 69th Street take SEPTA's Bus #65 to campus at 54th and City Avenue.
From Germantown and Chelten Ave, take SEPTA’s Bus #65 towards 69th Street to 54th and City Ave.
From City Hall, take SEPTA Bus 44 direction: Ardmore. Get off at City Ave and 54th Street.
DAY: Sunday, April 13th
TIME: 8:00am-12:30pm
WHAT? Anti-violence 5K Race/Walk, 1 mile Fun Run/Walk, Peace Festival, and Celebration of Youth
WHERE? St. Joe's’ University
54th Street and City Avenue Philadelphia, PA
(Once on site, get directed to the finish line)
Volunteers will help with finish line timing, water and refreshments. Following the race, volunteers will help with interactive educational opportunities and with clean up.
For more information, please call or email Elizabeth Victor at elizabeth.victor@buildingwithbooks.org or by phone at (215) 772-2943 Call her cell phone at 215-292-9261 the day of the project.
Don’t forget your permission slip.
www.bwbpa.blogspot.com
Driving Directions:
From 30th Street Amtrak Station: Take I-76 West
(Schuylkill Expressway) to Exit 339
(Rte. 1 South, City Avenue). Follow two miles to St. Joseph's University (SJU). Follow signs for registration.
Septa:
BY TRAIN: From 30th Street Station:
Take the R5 local Paoli/Thorndale one stop to Overbrook train station and walk 1/2 mile north to Saint John’s University.
BY BUS: From 69th Street take SEPTA's Bus #65 to campus at 54th and City Avenue.
From Germantown and Chelten Ave, take SEPTA’s Bus #65 towards 69th Street to 54th and City Ave.
From City Hall, take SEPTA Bus 44 direction: Ardmore. Get off at City Ave and 54th Street.
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