Community & Government Announcements
Free “Foundations of Fatherhood” 12-Week Class for Dads
Phoenixville Communities That Care, Phoenixville Area Positive Alternatives, and the Phoenixville Recreation Department are sponsoring a free, 12-week “Foundations of Fatherhood” class for all dads, beginning Thursday, September 17. More info in flyer below:
“Father of the Month” Essay Contest for Phoenixville Elementary School Students
Phoenixville Communities That Care, Phoenixville Area Positive Alternatives, and the Phoenixville Recreation Department are sponsoring a “Father of the Month” essay contest for Phoenixville elementary school students. More information and entry form below:
Father of the Month flyer 2020
Father of the Month flyer 2020 Father of the Month Essay Form 2020
Vigils in Support of Black Lives Matter
The Phoenixville Clergy Association and Phoenixville Diversity in Action have organized twice monthly vigils to sustain a peaceful public presence in solidarity with Black Lives Matter. See info in the flyer below:
American Red Cross Seeks Volunteers
The American Red Cross has immediate needs for volunteers to assist with blood drives and in disaster deployment. Please see the following announcements for more details:
Help Red Cross At National Disasters During the COVID Pandemic (LC)
Free Communication & Interviewing Skills Seminar
Health Partners Plans is hosting a Professional Development Seminar for HPP members and/or the community on Friday, August 28 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. During this virtual seminar, participants learn how to refine their communication and interviewing skills, and even have the opportunity to put these skills to the test with virtual mock interviews. View the seminar announcement here:
Chester County Head Start Enrollment Information
Chester County Head Start and Preschool Programs are now enrolling for the 2020-21 school year.
More info here: SSVC0420001 Recruitment and Enrollment Flyer (2)
Food Pantry & Meal Locations in Phoenixville for August
The Phoenixville Food Insecurity Team announces the following food pantry and meal locations in Phoenixville for the month of August:
New Volunteering Coordination Website
Hometown Helpers is a new website where agencies that have a need for volunteers can register their need and, likewise, a place where those individuals who are interested in volunteering can register their interest and match up their interest with agencies who may need volunteers.
PCEF Donating Backpacks for Families Who Cannot Afford School Supplies
The Phoenixville Community Education Foundation (PCEF) is gearing up to provide back to school backpacks and supplies to families in need. See the announcement here:
Moratorium on PA Evictions and Foreclosures Until August 31
Governor Tom Wolf signed an executive order that protects homeowners and renters from eviction or foreclosure until Aug. 31, if they have not received assistance from a new program administered by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) or are not already receiving relief through one of several federal foreclosure moratorium programs or judicial orders. Lenders and property owners that receive funds through the PHFA program agree not to pursue foreclosure or eviction actions as a condition of participation in the program. Read the full announcement here.