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Pennsylvania's funding for after-school care ends when children turn 13, and many parents are concerned about where their teens can go after school and in the summer. Caring People Alliance runs a teen program and recently opened a new center at their South Philadelphia Boys & Girls Club where teens can go to get a meal, play basketball, make music and art, and have a safe space to talk and learn. We speak with Branon Gilmore, VP of CPA's Boys & Girls Club Movement, Jewel Felder-James, Director of Teen Programming, and Alphonso Cobbs, a participant in the teen program. And on Shara in the City, Shara Dae Howard re-discovers the joy of play at the historic Smith Memorial Playground. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest Host Vanesse Lloyd- Sgambati speaks to Frances Hoover , the Executive Director of Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse in East Fairmount Park.  Vanesse also speaks to music and radio icon Dyana Williams for her feature "What is Philadelphia Reading?"https://www.smithplayground.org/Social media handlesInstagram- smithplaygroundFacebook- Smith Memorial Playground & PlayhouseTwitter-@SmithPlayground Linkedin: Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse  

Zoe Lowry, Associate Director of Communications at Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse in East Fairmount Park returns to BEN Around Philly to give the details on Kidchella 2021! Kidchella at Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse is happening three Fridays this summer. The first Kidchella show is THIS Friday, June 18th featuring the Johnny Shortcake Show (soul music for children/one big disco party) and Ms. Niki's Music Class (FunkyRock/Dance). Then, save the dates for Kidchella on Friday, July 16th with Alex & the Kaleidoscope and City Love (R&B/Hip Hop and Bluesy Rock). Also Friday, August 13th with Lard Dog and the Band of Shy and Larissa Hopwood Band (Upbeat Pop/Rock). All Kidchella shows are rain or shine and fun for all ages. Buy tickets and find more information at https://smithplayground.org/. Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse received an incredible grant earlier this year. Hear all about it on this previous episode of BEN Around Philly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse opened in the city’s East Fairmount Park in 1899 and has been offering free family fun for 121 years. The non profit organization just received a $1 million grant by Governor Tom Wolf and PA's RACP for its Preserving Play Campaign. Frances Hoover, Executive Director of Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse talks about the grant and the upcoming play season. Come out to Smith on March 27th for their annual Play-A-Palooza to celebrate the beginning of the Spring/Summer play season!     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zoe Lowry, Associate Director of Communications at Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse returns to BEN Around Philly to let Kristen (and everyone) know that Smith Memorial Playground is OPEN! A non-profit organization in Philadelphia’s East Fairmount Park, this unique outdoor playground welcomes visitors from more than 500 zip code areas, including every zip code in Philadelphia. Families can visit free of charge (although donations are welcome) Tuesday through Sunday 10am-4pm (weather permitting). Smith Memorial Playground is a great option for birthday parties too! For more information, head to SmithPlayground.org.  With new COVID 19 safety measures in place, all visitors 2 years and older must wear a mask, and are encouraged to “bring their own Slide sack” (pillow case or small blanket) to slide down the famed Giant Wooden Slide. Smith employees will be taking temperatures of visitors upon arrival, with increased cleaning of facilities, and a limited 100-person Playground capacity.

In this episode of Happy Hour on the Fringe, Marketing Manager Raina Searles and Community Engagement Manager Tenara Calem chat with Rebecca Dhondt, the Director of Visitor Programs and Fun at Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse, an inclusive space for unstructured free play for children. The three of them discuss how Smith has had to pivot their focus during coronavirus, why children (and adults) need to play now more than ever, and what the future of Smith will look like amidst a global pandemic. To learn more about Smith you can visit their website at http://smithplayground.org/

Kristen speaks with two longtime friends, Tony Trov and Johnny Zito,  co-owners of South Fellini. South Fellini has become an East Passyunk Avenue and Philadelphia staple. It’s THE place to go for great Philly merch, or “apparel for the philadelphia lifestyle”. You may have seen their stuff worn by Bryce Harper? Check them out for great t-shirts, pins, hats and more. Be sure to visit their brand new store in Philly’s new Fashion District. In it, they have THE MANNEQUIN from the movie Mannequin, modeling their wares and available for selfies. If you’re looking for a fun Philly gift this holiday season, South Fellini has it. Online at SouthFellini.com. Then Zoe Lowry, Associate Director of Communications at Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse returns to BEN Around Philly to talk about a few events going on Saturday, October 26th at the playground: their Healthy Halloween Party, AND a groundbreaking ceremony for their upcoming renovation project. Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse is a wonderful playground and non-profit organization located in Philadelphia’s East Fairmount Park. Founded in 1899, Smith welcomes visitors from more than 500 zip codes, including every zip code in Philadelphia. Learn more, and find out details on their renovation and upcoming events at http://smithplayground.org/new/ Then Lee Brandon, head football coach at West Chester Peirce Middle School, Erin Pellegrin the Nutrition Manager for Unite for Her, and Mike Townsend, a parent, husband and advocate for Unite For Her join Kristen in the studio to talk about their upcoming 8th Annual Charity Football Game to benefit Unite for Her. On November 7th at 6:30pm, 7th and 8th grade boys football teams from West Chester Peirce Middle School and West Chester Stetson Middle School will play two games under the lights at the Henderson High School football stadium. The games each year are one of the largest fundraising events for Unite for Her, which is a wonderful charity based in West Chester that  supports women suffering from breast and cervical cancer. Check out the game, and join in this community effort to support this deserving organization and cause. Learn more at www.uniteforher.org.

Have you ever slid down the wooden slide at Smith Playground? I have and it's magical. So is the playground itself that offers a safe, well designed place to play in an environment that fosters cooperation and diversity. I speak with Frances Hoover Executive director Smith Playground about efforts to sustain and expand this wonderful resource for families. http://smithplayground.org/

This week on BEN Around Philly, Kristen speaks with Zoe Lowry - Associate Director of Communications at Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse. Smith has operated as a FREE location in Philadelphia for children to play since 1899 - almost 120 years! Hear all about the playground and playhouse, its history, volunteer opportunities, birthday parties and private events, hours, dates and more. Join Smith for their Healthy Halloween party on Saturday, October 27th from 10am to 2pm for live music, nature exploration, messy arts, healthy treats, and a petting zoo, in addition to all of the fun Smith offers every day! Find details at https://smithplayground.org/. Then, Kristen speaks with Guy Vogel and Sergeant Daniel Geiser - the Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator at Toys For Tots Marine Corps League in Glenside about a great motorcycle ride to kick off the Toys For Tots 2018 holiday season. This year’s ride takes place Sunday, October 21st and features a 30 mile ride, escorted by the Horsham Police Department beginning at Hannum's Harley-Davidson of Sellersville and ending at the Toys For Tots warehouse in Horsham. Bikes Built Better in Horsham will also be offering a free lunch for the riders. Registration begins at 10am (kickstands up at 11am) and the cost is one new, unwrapped toy or $10 per rider. For more information, please contact John Davis at 302-730-8899. Adam Leiter is the new Executive Director of the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District. He joins Kristen in studio to talk about two great Halloween celebrations coming up on the avenue: the Witch CRAFT Beer Festival on October 24th from 5:30pm-9:30pm, and the East Passyunk Avenue Fall Fest and Spooky Saturday on Saturday, October 27th. Join Kristen and the BEN-FM crew on the 27th as they bring the dance party and host the costume contest for the party (pets included)! Bring the entire family for pumpkin decorating, trick or treating, storybook reading, food, drinks, shopping, crafts, a scarecrow scavenger hunt and lots more. More details on both events here: http://www.visiteastpassyunk.com/events.php.

Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Joanne McFall, Keystone First Market President, Dr. Lily Higgins, Keystone First Chief Medical Director and Dr. Todd Fausnaught, PA Medical Director, Clean Slate about the opening of an addiction treatment center. http://www.keystonefirstpa.com/provider/initiatives/opioid/index.aspxLoraine talks with Ina Lipman, Executive Director of the Children's Scholarship Fund which provides funds so that low income parent can send students of private and parochial schools. Deadline for application is March 1st. https://www.csfphiladelphia.org/ Finally a talk with Kate Zmich from Smith Memorial Playground which is partnering with a non-profit called With Purpose which advocates for safe and effective childhood cancer treatments. Smith Memorial Playground is the site of "Play With Purpose" a completely free day for families, caretakers and young children from 11 a.m to 3.p.m. Monday February 19th.Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse3500 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia 19121https://www.facebook.com/events/560368350989540/

Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Kate Zmich from Smith Memorial Playground and Marissa Reale from a non-profit called "With Purpose" which advocates for safe and effective childhood cancer treatments. Smith Memorial Playground is the site of "Play With Purpose" a completely free day for families, caretakers and young children from 11 a.m to 3.p.m. Monday February 19th.Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse3500 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia 19121https://www.facebook.com/events/560368350989540/

Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Kate Zmich from Smith Memorial Playground and Marissa Reale from a non-profit called "With Purpose" which advocates for safe and effective childhood cancer treatments. Smith Memorial Playground is the site of "Play With Purpose" a completely free day for families, caretakers and young children from 11 a.m to 3.p.m. Monday February 19th.Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse3500 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia 19121https://www.facebook.com/events/560368350989540/Loraine Ballard Morrill interviews Michele Lawrence who is running for Congress in the First Congressional District. The first of interviews with those seeking to replace outgoing Congressman Bob Brady.http://www.micheleforcongress.com/

Meg Wise, Executive Director of the Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse in Fairmount Park, talks to Kathleen Greene of the Barnes about Philadelphia artist Virgil Marti’s traveling "Doppelgänger." "Doppelgänger" is composed of two large “poufs”— round, upholstered seating units — that Marti created for “Person of the Crowd: The Contemporary Art of Flânerie.” You can find one at the Barnes and the other at locations around the city - it will be at Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse through April 10!

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