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By Noemi Armstrong
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July 2009 |
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 On a summer-like day on June 7th, Philadelphians celebrated the International Pro Cycling Championship race – an event that almost didn’t happen due to the recession and city funding cuts.
East Falls had a record turn out of race enthusiasts as well as neighbors and families, looking for a fun and low cost weekend outing. The East Falls Bike Race Block Party featured kids’ activities—face painting, a moon bounce and giant slide—and was the best attended ever, with a crowd estimate of over 5000. |
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By The Fallser
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July 2009 |
 Smiles at the Flea Market. Betsy Levin purchased a Japanese priestess figurine from Hiroshima from vendor Leo Judge at the June 13th Flea Market in McMichael Park. Both vendor and buyer are East Falls residents. About 225 vendors sold wares at the annual flea market, begun in 1986. Even Mother Nature held off for most of the day before letting forth with her deluge. Hearts of many Fallsers and visitors were anxious, however, when they learned that Philadelphia’s Parks and Recreation Commission (formerly the Fairmount Park Commission and the Dept. of Recreation) has determined that 2009 is the last year that vehicles would be permitted in the Park. Vendors drive into the Park to bring items and/or vend from their cars and vans. The Commission decided to enact a regulation which had been waived since the first Flea Market in McMichael Park in 1986. And the East Falls Community Council was informed that the regulation would be enforced for future events. |
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By Mary Jane Fullam, President, EFTW
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July 2009 |
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 At the June 13th East Falls Flea Market many neighbors stopped by our booth to share concerns and catch up with old friends. Thanks a lot to the many generous neighbors who also took chances on items donated to or purchased by East Falls Town Watch (EFTW )as part of its fund-raising and crime-deterring efforts. Donors of items included Brown’s ShopRite and Acme Markets, Joan McIlvaine and Christine Cole; we owe them a debt of gratitude! And, in fact, everyone who took a chance or made a donation is a winner in the truest sense of the word, and we thank you because the money thus raised helps to pay for postage, printing and patrol costs.
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By The Fallser
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June 2009 |
 The Philadelphia Orchestra performs a free Neighborhood Concert at Villanova University July 3, 2006. Photo courtesy of John Welsh.
Philadelphia University will host one of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s neighborhood concerts on Saturday, June 27, at 7 p.m., kicking off a celebration of the University’s 125th anniversary year. The concert is free and open to the public. “Philadelphia University is pleased to share this special occasion marking our 125th anniversary with another great Philadelphia institution – The Philadelphia Orchestra,” said Philadelphia University President Stephen Spinelli Jr., Ph.D. “Philadelphia University’s history, like that of the Orchestra, is intertwined with the life of this great city, and we look forward to continuing our role as higher education leaders in Philadelphia and throughout the world for many years to come.” |
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By Karen Melton
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June 2009 |
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 Neighbors are invited to join East Falls in one of the least crowded and most close up views of the June 7th Philadelphia International Pro Cycling Championship race.
The world’s top male cyclists make 20 passes through East Falls during this prestigious and grueling 156 mile race. At the same time, more than 100 professional female cyclists will compete in the 57.6 mile Liberty Classic.
The annual East Falls Block Party will be set up between Midvale Avenue and Ferry Road (under the Twin Bridges), with upfront viewing along East Park Drive, close to the action of the race. On the tree-lined river side of Kelly Drive is lots of space to watch the bikers travel twice per circuit along our community’s edge. Activities are planned for the entire family, including a Kid’s Corner and recitals by children who attend Limelight Arts. Commemorative bells will be sold to provide a distinctive welcome to the cyclists as they pass.
New This Year – Visit the Beer Garden in the community parking lot under the Twin Bridges, hosted by The Pour House and Billy Murphy’s Irish Saloon. Activities include a Health Fair, local organization and business information booths, food, and plenty of live music. |
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