Looking to get involved in community events this weekend?
From an arts festival to dog-friendly and rescue event, there's plenty to do when it comes to good causes coming up in Philadelphia this week. Read on for a rundown.
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Kensington Derby & Arts Festival
From the event description:
The 13th annual Philadelphia Federal Credit Union Kensington Derby & Arts Festival is Saturday at Trenton Avenue. Experience a parade of sculptures and shop artists and food vendors. Funds raised from the festival support neighborhood projects and revitalization through community development work.
On Saturday, May 11th, 2019, the Philadelphia Federal Credit Union Kensington Derby & Arts Festival will enter its 13th year celebrating human-powered transit, neighborhood artists, and local businesses in Kensington. Originally established as a way to associate the name "Kensington" with the positive artist and maker community, the Philadelphia Federal Credit Union Kensington Derby & Arts Festival has grown into a Philadelphia-wide attraction. Neighbors and new friends alike come out to experience the parade of sculptures and shop with artists and food vendors along Trenton Avenue, a wide cobblestone street that has been part of Kensington’s rich creative history for over a hundred years.
When: Saturday, May 11, 12-6 p.m.
Where: Trenton Avenue between York and Norris St, 2100 Trenton Ave.
Admission: Free
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Yappie Hour to Support Home at Last Dog Rescue
From the event description:
Bring out your furry friend and enjoy a sunny afternoon of brews and bites on the City Tap House patio. The Home at Last Dog Rescue will be onsite with adoptable puppies and a "Puppy Petting Zoo" for all the adorableness you can handle. There will also be raffles and drink specials with a donation to the rescue.
Bring out your furry friend and enjoy a sunny afternoon of brews and bites on our patio! PLUS Home at Last Dog Rescue will be onsite with adoptable puppies! AND a "Puppy Petting Zoo" for all the adorableness you can handle!Raffles and drink specials with a donation to Home at Last!
When: Saturday, May 11, 5-8 p.m.
Where: 3925 Walnut St.
Admission: Free
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Designer Bag Bingo to Benefit Vets
From the event description:
American Legion-Post 810 is hosting a Designer Bag Bingo on Saturday to benefit the Vietnam Veterans POW MIA. Beer and wine are included in the ticket price with a cash bar available for mixed drinks.
Designer Bag Bingo benefiting the Vietnam Veterans POW MIA will be held on May 11th from 7pm to 11pm at The American Legion Post 810. Doors open at 6p. Come out and enjoy a night while helping to support a great cause. If you would like to purchase tickets in person, contact either Channey Roberts at 215-510-9951 or Thomas Roberts at 215-744-7179.
When: Saturday, May 11, 6-11 p.m.
Where: The American Legion-Post 810, 9151 Old Newtown Road.
Admission: $35
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