June 27: Manayunk Commercial Corridor Tour

June 24, 2015 / / Comments Off on June 27: Manayunk Commercial Corridor Tour

Young Involved Philadelphia is hosting a Commercial Corridor Tour of Manayunk this Saturday, 6/27 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. This tour will include stops along the corridor where business owners will share their personal stories of why they chose their current location, how they set up shop, and what they see for the future of the neighborhood.

We’ll be stopping and speaking with owners of the Little Apple, the Spiral Bookcase, Nicole Miller, and more! We’ll end a Bourbon Blue (where the first drink will be on us).

$11.50 tickets are available at: http://yip.ticketleap.com/commercial-corridor-tour-manayunk/details The meeting point is: Pretzel Park, 4300 Roxborough Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19127

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Old City District: Vision Survey and Public Open House

June 16, 2015 / / Comments Off on Old City District: Vision Survey and Public Open House

The Old City District, in its role as a special services district and Registered Community Organization, is embarking on the development of a neighborhood master plan to set a framework for private development and a high-quality public realm.

Together with more objective research on market trends, transportation access, and the physical form of buildings and sidewalks, we wanted to get direct input from Old City residents, businesses, workers, and visitors about what makes the neighborhood great and not so great, plus what would make it a little better, or even a little worse. This brief survey should only take about five minutes to complete. Please encourage your friends, family, and coworkers to participate.

Vision 2026 Survey Link

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‘If/Then,’ Musical About City Planning, Comes to Philly

June 7, 2015 / / Comments Off on ‘If/Then,’ Musical About City Planning, Comes to Philly

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From Tuesday, June 21 – Sunday, June 26, 2015, the Academy of Music will be showing If/Then, a contemporary Broadway musical about a city planner who moves to New York. According to the Kimmel Center website: “With unforgettable songs and a deeply moving story by the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award® winning creators of Next to Normal, this “fascinating, ambitious, and original new musical (New York Post)” simultaneously follows one woman’s two possible life paths, painting a deeply moving portrait of the lives we lead, as well as the lives we might have led.” For more information, click here, or click here to listen to the soundtrack.

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What Do You <3 About Greater Philadelphia?

June 2, 2015 / / Comments Off on What Do You <3 About Greater Philadelphia?

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This week marks the start of DVRPC’s month-long photo campaign/giveaway! We want to know “What do you <3 about Greater Philadelphia?” Post a photo of something you love about our region on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram using @DVRPC, #OurRegionMyHome, and #DVRPCis50. You can also submit photos directly online at www.dvrpc.org/50. Two winners will be randomly chosen to win a GoPro camera, and some of the best photos will appear on a poster!

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Featured Job Listing: Planning Department Manager (Technical Manager II)

June 1, 2015 / / Comments Off on Featured Job Listing: Planning Department Manager (Technical Manager II)

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Michael Baker International is looking for a Planning Department Manager (Technical Manager II) for their Philadelphia office.

Click here for the full job description!

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Apply Now for the American Planning Association’s November AICP Exam

May 31, 2015 / / Comments Off on Apply Now for the American Planning Association’s November AICP Exam

 

Are you ready to get certified? “AICP” after your name will prove your academic qualifications, work experience, and high-level planning skills. Many employers who want to attract only highly qualified candidates for their open positions require the AICP credential. Plus, certified planners earn more, even when experience and responsibility are factored in. See more reasons to get certified.

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NOW taking Nominations for the Southeast Section Council of the APA Pennsylvania Chapter!

May 31, 2015 / / Comments Off on NOW taking Nominations for the Southeast Section Council of the APA Pennsylvania Chapter!

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Nominate a friend, nominate a colleague, nominate yourself! All nominations are due NO later than June 15th!

Taking nominations for Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, 6-7 Professional Planners, and 2-3 Citizen Planners.
Chair provides leadership and guides the development of the chapter, the Vice Chair assists, the Treasurer maintains the budget and all financial matters, while the Secretary administers the documentation and membership of the organization.

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May 20: Philadelphia 1865: A City on the Edge

May 12, 2015 / / Comments Off on May 20: Philadelphia 1865: A City on the Edge

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In 1865, Philadelphia was a city on the edge of grief, growth, and genius. That year saw the joy of Northern victory dashed by the grief of Lincoln’s assassination, unprecedented growth for the city, and a growing realization that abolishing slavery did not mean an end to the city’s race problems. At the same time, the genius of local science, education, and benevolent entrepreneurs achieved the critical mass that launched Philadelphia into modernity. Join us to explore a pivotal time in our nation and city’s history with a Weeknights at the Wagner lecture by Bruce Laverty, Gladys Brooks Curator of Architecture at the Athenaeum of Philadelphia. 1865 is also the year that the Wagner’s National Landmark building opened, and we will celebrate the building’s 150th anniversary with a Wagner cake competition and special member reception where the cakes will be served.

 

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May 14: Next APAPA-Southeast Section Council Meeting

May 9, 2015 / / Comments Off on May 14: Next APAPA-Southeast Section Council Meeting

Thursday, May 14th (the second Thursday of every other month)

4:58pm

The Reinvestment Fund (TRF)

1700 Market Street, 19th Floor

Calling in?  Please use the following:

Toll free:  (866) 245-0351

Passcode: 605275

Please direct any questions to secretary@apapase.org.

Find out more at www.apapase.org

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Announcing Elections for APAPA-Southeast Section Officers: Call for Nominations

May 9, 2015 / / Comments Off on Announcing Elections for APAPA-Southeast Section Officers: Call for Nominations

This summer we will hold elections for APAPA-Southeast Section Officers and Council members.  The four Section Council Officer positions consist of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.  If you are interested in serving either in an Officer or Council member position:

  • Review the Chapter Bylaws for descriptions of the Officer and Council member duties and responsibilities.  Available at: https://apapase.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/APA-PA-SE-bylaws-2015-04.pdf
  • Determine if your schedule will allow sufficient time for the position, generally 1-3 hours/month.
  • New members welcome!  No previous experience required.
  • AICP not required to join the board.
  • Speak with current Officers or Council members regarding any questions or concerns.
  • Submit a nomination to the Nominating Committee no later than June 1st at:  elections@apapase.org

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