February 16, 2011
OARC Unveils Results of Neighborhood Sustainability Survey
at Conference
Report reveals sustainable practices could save Northwest Philadelphia residents $116 million
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May 2, 2011
OARC Breaks Ground on $2.4 million Gateway Office Complex
Former bar and check cashing store part of “Gateway to the Northwest” redevelopment project
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May 9, 2011
OARC Announces Internatinoally Acclaimed Musical Artists
for 8th Annaul West Oak Lane Jazz & Arts festival
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February 7, 2011
West Oak Lane Charter School Breaks Ground on
$16 Million Expansion Project
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January 5, 2010
OARC hosts empowerment Series for enterprises in Northwest
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2010
November 9, 2010
District Attorney goes to West Oak Lane to boost accessibility
Announcing the opening of 2nd Community Action Center to enlist help of citizens in fighting crime
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December 13, 2010
West Oak Lane Charter School Announces Expansion
Construction project expected to create more than 200 temporary and permanent jobs combined.
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March 23, 2010
OARC hosts auditions for 2010 West Oak Lane Jazz and Arts Festival Parade
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January 29, 2010
What will you do when the lights go out?
OARC launches contest asking neighbors to fill out “What Now? Survey” on energy conservation
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December 4, 2009
OARC honored as 2009 Community Leader by Urban League
West Oak Lane-based CDC recognized for revitalization efforts in city’s Northwest
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May 11, 2010
OARC promotes energy conversation by retrofitting homes
Hosts initiative on Clearview Street in city’s Northwest to promote sustainable urban communities
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December 3, 2010
Auditions Begin This Week for Rising Star Talent Search
Relish restaurant will host try-outs for 3rd annual arts and culture initiative
September 28, 2010
OARC Receives Prestigious Horticultural Award
Agency recognized for beautification of Ogontz Triangle in West Oak Lane
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October 22, 2010
Empowerment Series lecture draws record crowd
Quarterly business forum focused on connected employers, job seekers
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October 12, 2010
Empowerment Series to connect employers, job seekers
Quarterly business forum will feature Germantown Earn Center, focus on unemployment
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October 5, 2010
Empowerment Series to connect employers, job seekers
Quarterly business forum will feature Germantown Earn Center, focus on unemployment
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November 01, 2010
REVISED Major phase of $20 million NW Gateway project gets under way
ShopRite to break ground for superstore expansion; redevelopment of nuisance property to start
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April 7, 2010
$20 million Gateway project planned for NW Philadelphia
City, township, SEPTA partnership will redevelop streetscape, transit station and mall
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May 27, 2010
Seniors “Keep It Movin’” in West Oak Lane
More than 150 older adults mark Older Americans’ Month with lectures, dance, Tai Chi
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October 12, 2010
2 West Oak Lane eateries join Philly Neighborhood Food Week
Soul food and modern Southern cuisine on prix fixe menus at Relish, Victoria’s Kitchen
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January 12, 2010
OARC to help lead community projects for MLK Day of Service
CPR training, meal preparation, playground clean-up are among activities
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September 20, 2010
Little Caesars opens in Ogontz Avenue shopping plaza
West Oak Lane business district sees surge in new commercial enterprises
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September 27, 2010
NW Philadelphia block embraces energy conservation
Lena Street residents learn on to “go green” from OARC, community partners
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December 3, 2010
Container Gardening Workshop Held at West Oak Lane Senior Center
Sustainable education program part of OARC’s “How Green is Your Garden?” workshop series
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April 09, 2010
Historic Germantown hosts 2nd Annual “Great Day on the Great Road” Festival
Historic and cultural landmarks celebration history and heritage of city’s Northwest
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September 23, 2010
“Revolutionary times” return to Historic Germantown
Re-enactments of memorable colonial battle, day-long celebration of colonial life in store
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October 1, 2010
“Revolutionary times” return to Historic Germantown
Hundreds of costumed re-enactors to fight “Battle of Germantown” in day-long colonial festival
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December 13, 2010
3rd element Salon and Spa Moves to Ogontz Avenue Plaza
New Salon and health spa is the latest addition to burgeoning district
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November 19, 2010
Partners seek to grow community gardens in West Oak Lane
OARC joins with social service agency to clean, prep and plant vacant lots
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November 9, 2010
City to dispense free flu shots at Weaver's Way Ogontz
OARC, grocer partner with Health Department to help keep residents healthy for the holidays
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November 9, 2010
District Attorney goes to West Oak Lane to boost accessibility
Will announce opening of 2nd Community Action Center to enlist help of citizens in fighting crime
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May 07, 2010
OARC takes Urban Energy Conservation to Clearview Street
Hosts educational “block party” as part of environmental initiative to promote sustainable communities
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Battle of the Canvas 2010! to premiere in Philadelphia
Arts advocacy organization brings together artists seeking social change
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September 28, 2010
“Back to School” has new meaning for seniors this fall
OARC offers free computer class and chance to take home personal computer
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May 19, 2010
2010 West Oak Lane Jazz Festival Goes Green with RecycleBank
Will partner with city to launch Philadelphia Recycling Rewards in Northwest Philadelphia
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June 17, 2010
Street Closures for West Oak Lane Jazz & Arts Festival
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June 17, 2010
West Oak Lane Jazz & Arts Festival Kicks Off with Mardi Gras parade
Mayor Nutter, wife to serve as King and Queen, receive key to neighborhood
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June 15, 2010
Muralist Michelle Ortiz creates commeorative image for Jazz festival
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May 25, 2010
Esperanza Spalding to perform at West Oak Lane Jazz & Arts Festival
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June 18, 2010
West Oak Lane Jazz & Arts Festival Kicks Off Tribute to New Orleans
Mayor Nutter, wife to lead Mardi Gras parade; recycling and anti-litter campaigns on board
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December 13, 2011
3rd Element Salon and Spa Moves to Ogontz Avenue Plaza
New salon and health spa is the latest addition to burgeoning business district
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