University City District, Cedar Park Neighbors, and local mural and fine art company Hagopian Arts are working together to install a ground mural at Cedar Park, and we want your input! Help us choose between three nature-inspired mural designs. The winning design will be added to the small plaza at the eastern edge of the park.
Update: 2019 Gary Bronson Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser!
Thank you to the more than 50 neighbors who came out to Dock Street in uncertain weather for our 12th Annual Gary Bronson Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser on April 14th!
We are additionally grateful to Ainy’e Clarke, one of 2018’s TWELVE scholarship award recipients, who was able to join us and share the genuine impact these funds and community support have had on her and her studies.
These scholarship funds exemplify the spirit of neighbors helping neighbors! To date, this year’s median donation is $100, and over 79% percent of our donors live in Cedar Park with almost the entire remainder coming from other West Philadelphia neighborhoods. We have raised approximately 70% of the funds necessary to match last year’s award numbers and amounts, and keep scholars motivated with care packages and academic break get-togethers.
To help us reach our goal, donate online or write a check to “Cedar Park Neighbors” memo line “Scholarships Committee” and mail to 4740 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143. Donations of any amount are appreciated! Sponsor donations with opportunities for recognition remain available - levels listed below.
Additionally, Cedar Park Neighbors’ Annual Meeting on Monday, April 15th will feature a Scholarship Applicant Information Session. The 2019 Gary Bronson Memorial Scholarship applications will be available in early May with the deadline to apply will be June 15, 2019 5:00 p.m. EST. .
Special thanks to our in-kind contributors, DJ Anthony Porter, Dock Street Brewery for helping defray fundraiser food costs, and Clarkville for covering the scholars’ Winter Social.
Finally, please mark your calendar for Friday, July 12th for the Gary Bronson Memorial Scholarship award ceremony in Cedar Park at 49th and Baltimore. The ceremony will take place during the 7:00 p.m. set break for the evening’s Cedar Park Jazz concert. In addition to presenting the scholarship awards to recipients, we will also be recognizing our sponsor level donors.
Sustaining Neighbor $1,000-$2,499
Fleming Family Fund
Benefactor Neighbor $500-$999
Fred Wolfe, Jr.
Philadelphia Federal Credit Union
Patron Neighbor $250-$499
Amara Rockar & Mustapha Berkshan
Darryl Bundrige
Duwayne Terry & Julia Katz Terry
Loco Pez West Philly
Melani Lamond, Realtor at City Block Team with Compass
Phil & Jocelyn Scribano
April Community Zoning Meeting
Cedar Park Neighbors invites you to a community zoning meeting on Tuesday, April 16th at Calvary Community Center located at 48th and Baltimore Avenue (please use the small side door on Baltimore Avenue to the left of the WPMF sign) for the following properties:
7:30 p.m. - 5110-5120 Pentridge Street (Pentridge Station Pop-Up Beer Garden) - Business owner requesting community support to operate for 2019 Summer season.
8:00 p.m. - 5007 Cedar Avenue (Ahimsa House) - Second meeting for permit for a three (3) family dwelling (Multi-Family Household Living) within an existing three-story semi-detached structure.
Please come out and be informed. If you cannot attend this meeting and wish to comment on any of these, please contact CPN at zoning@cedarparkneighbors.org or 267-BALT-AVE (267-225-8283).
CPN Annual Meeting: Scholarship Applicant Info Session + Board Elections
On Monday, April 15th, please join Cedar Park Neighbors for our Annual Meeting at the Calvary Community Center at 48th & Baltimore (please use the 48th Street entrace for the Chapel). We will have our executive and board elections. You can review the slate of candidates here.
Additionally, Whitney Martinko, chair of our Scholarship Committee, will provide an overview of our Gary Bronson Memorial Scholarship program, including eligibility, application requirements, and timelines for prospective applicants, their families, their caring neighbors, or any else interested in encouraging a young resident of Cedar Park to apply! The presentation will conclude with a brief reflection on the 30 Year history of our Scholarship Committee and the lasting impact of its founder, now namesake, Gary Bronson.
ANNUAL MEETING SCHEDULE:
6:30-7:30 p.m. Election Voting
7:00-7:45 p.m. Scholarship Applicant Information Session + Q&A + 30 Years!
7:45-8:00 p.m. Annual Meeting Budget & Treasury Report
8:00 p.m. Election Results
8:10-9:00 p.m. Board Meeting
ELECTION INFORMATION:
To vote, you must be a current CPN member. Join (or renew membership) CPN now. Membership dues will also be accepted at the door via cash, check, or card.
Spring Cleanup at Cedar Park
On Saturday, April 13th from 10:00 a.m. to Noon, join Cedar Park Neighbors and our Parks Committee in a spring cleanup at Cedar Park at 49th and Baltimore!
It's time to get back outdoors and wake up the gardens! We'll be doing general clean out and prep of gardens and planting. The cleanup will happen as planned unless it is actively raining or snowing.
No experience necessary. Tools will be provided. All are welcome. Any ages.
Help us keep our park clean and green!
Row Offices Candidates Nigh
Do you what a Row Office is in Philadelphia? These offices - City Commissioner, Sheriff, and Registrar of Wills - are often overlooked yet their jobs are very important to all Philadelphians!
Come learn more at the Row Offices Candidates Night on Thursday, March 21st from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Calvary Community Center at 48th and Baltimore in the chapel, and co-hosted by Cobbs Creek Neighbors, Cedar Park Neighbors, Garden Court Community Association, Walnut Hill Community Association, and The Springfield Huddle.
The evening will include an explanation of what each office does, as well as a period for candidate short presentations explaining why they are running and what they hope to accomplish if elected. There will be time allowed for questions.
This is a non-partisan, informational meeting.
March Community Zoning Meeting
Cedar Park Neighbors invites you to a community zoning meeting on Tuesday, March 19th at Calvary Community Center located at 48th and Baltimore Avenue (please use the small side door on Baltimore Avenue to the left of the WPMF sign) for the following property:
7:30 p.m. - 5007 Cedar Avenue Ahimsa House - Permit for a three (3) family dwelling (Multi-Family Household Living) within an existing three-story semi-detached structure.
Please come out and be informed. If you cannot attend this meeting and wish to comment on any of these, please contact CPN at zoning@cedarparkneighbors.org or 267-BALT-AVE (267-225-8283).
Parks Committee March Meeting
Cedar Park Neighbors invites you to a Parks Committee March Meeting on Tuesday, March 12th at 7:30 p.m. in the Upper Board Room at Calvary Community Center located at 48th and Baltimore Avenue. To enter, please use the small side door on Baltimore Avenue to the left of the WPMF sign, and continue up to the second floor.
Free and all are welcome to attend! Our Parks Committee:
• Beautifies the park, maintains garden beds, and plants and cares for trees
• Involves local volunteers in gardening and clean-up work days
• Organizes annual Spring and Fall Love Your Park Service Days
• Fundraises and seeks grants for particular projects and needs
• And more!
Questions? Email us!