Mantua Community Improvement Committee

MANTUA SQUARE’S Ribbon Cutting

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PHA unveiled the highly anticipated MANTA SQUARE with its gated courtyard with private green landscape, which aid in storm mater management, solar panels on roofs that can generate up to 200 megawatts of power annually.

PHA believes that its award-winning Mantua Square development will serve as a model for the rest of the nation. PHA is commemorating the opening of this site in conjunction with the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) during its “Housing America Month” celebration. It’s aimed at educating decision makers and the public at large about the essential role affordable housing and community development programs play in serving our nation’s most vulnerable population.

PHA invested 28.1 million to construct this development with 92 units on-site and 9o units off-site

Senator Vincent Hughes, Councilwoman Jannie L. Blackwelll

Mayor Nutter

Entrance to the new Mantua Square

Drexel’s 5k Run/1K Fun Walk

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The Drexel University Department of Public Safety and Security on Campus, Inc. will host a 5K Run/1K Fun Walk on Saturday, Sept. 24, on Drexel’s University City Main Campus. Security on Campus is the first and only nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of criminal violence at colleges and universities nationwide through education, awareness, and policy initiatives. Please come out and run or walk to support SOC’s victim advocacy program and its mission to keep students safer and more informed.

For more information on the event please visit http://www.drexel.edu/publicsafety/about/news/securityonCampus/

Drexel University’s Night on the Row

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Wednesday, September 21st

9:00pm-11:00pm, Greek Row (34th Street and Powelton Avenue)
Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life with New Student and Family Programs
Want to experience all the delicious foods that help make Philadelphia famous? Head to Greek Row for a “Taste of Philly!” Grab a cheesesteak, soft pretzel and water ice and get to know Drexel’s fraternity and sorority community. There will be music, prizes, late night grilling and tours of the fraternity and sorority houses. Ross Commons will also be handing out ice cream. Bring your appetite!

Jannie Blackwell hosts Community Meetings at MCIC

admin — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:56:52 +0000

Starting July 20, 2011 Jannie L. Blackwell will be hosting a monthly community meeting at MCIC. The meetings will discuss important happenings in the Mantua neighborhood so residents can stay up-to-date. If you are interested in submitting a topic for the meeting send an email to nluke@mcic1.org and put “Community Meeting” in the subject line. The meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of every month. For more information call 215-382-6242.

Fourth of July at Thee Shop Plaza

admin — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:00:29 +0000

Hundreds of community members came out to Spring Garden Street to celebrate the Fourth of July. Including Councilwoman Jannie L. Blackwell seen below

Family Day Festival Line-up Announced

admin — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 18:32:26 +0000

This year’s Family Festival day-time performances will be produced by Fourth Wall Arts Salon. The stage will feature a variety of local talent including musicians, poets, vocalist and more. There will also be an Emcee Competition that will be judged by some of the who’s who in the music industry, and the winners will receive prizes! The late afternoon concert will feature Naughty by Nature, Chubb Rock, Slick Rick and Kwame’.

To present your talent on stage contact info@fourthwallarts.org

Peco Gives one Million to Mantua Schools

admin — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:57:46 +0000

Peco Energy formed a collaborative education partnership with Drexel University that awarded one million dollars to Mantua Schools. According to CBS Philly The money is intended to increase Science learning in West Philadelphia. Drexel president John Fry says job one will be an upgrade of the library in the Powel Elementary School. Drexel will also develop a summer science program for middle school students and help the Mantua community plan for more science learning. The Philadelphia Business Journal says theThe Drexel-Peco Community Education Collaborative capital will go specifically towards:

• $500,000 to improve programs and resources at the Samuel S. Powel Elementary School;

• $300,000 to develop a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program for students in grades five through eight who attend school or live in the West Philadelphia neighborhoods of Powelton Village and Mantua;

• $200,000 to create, in conjunction with the community, a plan for educational enrichment in the Powel and Morton McMichael Elementary Schools.

Drexel and Peco said Tuesday they plan to begin work on the program immediately and continue it over the next five years.

Mantua Documentary Featuring MCIC

admin — Thu, 26 May 2011 19:06:45 +0000

A group of Community College Students put together a documentary on Mantua through the years and it includes a close-up interview with MCIC President, Rick Young. Tell us what you think, make a comment below.

The Family Day Festival – August 27, 2011

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We are currently gearing up for the annual Family Day Fesitval. The Festival is a huge event held on Mantua Avenue that brings together 7,000 people in Philadelphia, Mantua residents and beyond. Last year’s concert was with Dougie Fresh. We also had a suprise drop by from Kwame’ he wasn’t rocking any polka-dots but he sang his hit song “Only you” which was truly nostalic for all the 30 somethings in attendance. This year’s performer has not yet been announced but trust us, It’s going to be a great event. Once again we are planning for carnival rides and games, local bands and other suprises. We look forward to seeing you there, August 27, 2011. For Vending or Sponsor information contact 215-382-6242 Naadira Luke or Jamila Payne at MCIC.

2nd Annual Muslim Christian Alliance Awards

admin — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 20:53:42 +0000

Many community members came out to show their support for the Muslim Christian Alliance Awards Ceremony on April 16, 2011. The event was filled with great music, food and a celebration of many people that have given tireless service in Philadelphia. Award winners included but are not limited to: Jaffar Ibn Hodges, Rev. Cleveland Edward, Decon George W. Edward, Decon John L. Wynn, REv. Gary Dunlap, Abdul Rahman Muhammed, Saleem Young, Ahmad Albert Smith, Sekou Tony Moore, Eric Kegler, Gerlad Washington, Johnny Durham, Fuquioa Ellis, Jim Brown, Stephan Ward, Vincent Smalls, Arlin Gordon, Terri Ayres, Traci Dumas, Sunnie Dumas, Dianne Spencer, Shirley Wyche, Marcia Austin, Karmaya Lewis, Nita Hampton, Khadijah Alderman, Susan Slawson, Leon Sherton, Naadira Luke, Amirah Thompson, Jerwayne Haywood, and Don Woods.