20-09-2024
Insight Pt. 2: PHDC Housing Fair, Women Against Abuse iPledge Campaign, Mothers Making Music and Moves
In today’s housing market, many aspiring homeowners face significant challenges when trying to buy their first home. I speak with David S. Thomas, CEO of PHDC, Philadelphia’s full-service community development organization, about the upcoming PHDC Housing Fair 2024. This event offers crucial resources for first-time homebuyers, as well as support for longtime residents needing assistance with home maintenance, renters, and contractors. The fair takes place on Saturday, September 28th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Temple University Aramark STAR Complex, 1816 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121.For more information, visit PHDC Housing Fair 2024. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of an issue that impacts 1 in 3 women, 1 in 4 men, and nearly half of the LGBTQ+ community. I speak with Katie Young Wildes, Senior Communications Specialist at Women Against Abuse, about available resources and the upcoming iPledge Campaign event. Join us on Tuesday, October 1st, at Noon in the Philadelphia City Hall Courtyard for a unified stand against intimate partner violence.Visit Women Against AbuseFollow on FacebookFollow on TwitterFollow on InstagramConnect on LinkedIn Finally, I chat with Susanne Christine, a performing artist, teacher, activist and founder of SCH Creative and Performing Arts, about the upcoming event Mothers Making Music and Moves, which honors Jean Carne, Dyanna Williams, and Felicia William. The event takes place on September 25th at Venice Island in Manayunk. The VIP reception begins at 5:00 PM, with the main event at 7:30 PM.For more information, visit SCH Creative and Performing Arts or Mothers Making Music.