Author Archives: Friends of Vernon Park

Upcoming Workdays and Events in/for Vernon Park

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Friends of Vernon Park

The first daffodils have put up their green spikes.  We’re looking forward to a great year of gardening and special events.  Please join us soon at one of these events: 1) Wednesday, March 6 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm: Join … Continue reading →

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FOVP on the Northwest Soapbox

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Friends of Vernon Park

FOVP on the Northwest Soapbox The Northwest Soapbox, GTown radio’s podcast for the Northwest welcomed the Programs & Events Committee to speak about the park and its upcoming events calendar for 2013.

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Northwest Soapbox on GTown Radio Features Vernon Park

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Friends of Vernon Park

Hear the Programs and Events Committee speak about Vernon Park on the Northwest Soapbox.

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Programs in Vernon Park and Germantown, 2013

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Friends of Vernon Park

Programs in Vernon Park and Germantown, 2013 This week, the Programs Committee met with community members and organizations of Germantown to brainstorm events for 2013. Newsworks was onsite to cover the meeting. We very much look forward to working together … Continue reading →

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Daffodil Planting December 5, 2012

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Friends of Vernon Park

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Thanks to everyone who participated!

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Branch Out with TTF and PHS Tree Tenders DEC 12!

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Friends of Vernon Park

Please mark your calendars for an introduction to PHS’ Tree Tenders training at the Awbury Arboretum. DATE: December 12, 2012 TIME: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Light dinner followed by program PLACE: At the beautiful, historic Awbury Arboretum | One Awbury Road | … Continue reading →

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$2.675m Increase for Parks & Rec Approved by City Council Committee!

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Friends of Vernon Park

We have reason to celebrate! On November 14th, City Council’s Appropriations Committee voted to approve a mid-year Transfer Ordinance effectively increasing the Department of Parks and Recreation’s operating budget for FY 2013 by $2.675 Million. The Parks Alliance fully anticipates … Continue reading →

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Flea Market featured on Newsworks

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Friends of Vernon Park

Flea Market featured on Newsworks

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We’ve extended registration for vendors through Saturday, October 20th!

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Friends of Vernon Park

Vendors Register Online Here: or Download the application here programs@friendsofvernonpark.org

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Parks for cash’ bill dead, Philly’s green space is safe for now

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Friends of Vernon Park

Metro – ‘Parks for cash’ bill dead, Philly’s green space is safe for now. from the Parks Alliance: With your help, the Parks Alliance: -Sent 1700 email letters to our PA State Senators -Worked with Senate staff to express constituent … Continue reading →

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