University City

At a Small Business Breakfast we hosted this morning, local business owner Kashmiera Harris reconnected with reps from @PHLCommerce, who helped her open a second location of her daycare A Secure Future Academy! Kashmiera first heard about the fund at one of our meetups 😊

Last week, members of our Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) organized a St. Patrick's Day party for program participants. Read more: universitycity.org/news/on-the-gr…

Our longtime leader Matt Bergheiser will step down at the end of April. Our Board has approved Sarah Steltz as our interim president and has established a Transition Committee to work closely with Matt and Sarah to ensure a seamless leadership transition: universitycity.org/news/universit…

Looking for a way to support your community? Join Sharing Excess for weekly pop-up food distributions every Saturday at Malcolm X Park. The next volunteer opportunity is March 21, from 10:30 AM–1:30 PM. Help reduce food waste & increase access to fresh food🍎

Still searching for last minute Valentine’s Day plans? 💘 Take a peek at our roundup of local events, sweet treats, and feel-good ways to celebrate love in the neighborhood. 💐🍫🎨 universitycity.org/love-local-val…

A new chapter for Clark Park is underway! With $1.4 million approved for the playground phase, UCD continues to work with partners at @friendsofclarkpark and @philaparkandrec to support Clark Park as a vital community staple. Read more > bit.ly/3O7lD36 🔗

University City MIX Happy Hour is back with a new location, new food options, and new ways to connect! 🗓️ Thursday, Feb. 26 ⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM 📍 Gather Food Hall & Bulletin Bar 🎶 Optional Music Bingo, 6–8 PM eventbrite.com/e/university-c…

If you’ve been to The Lawn at @UCitySquare lately, you may have noticed something familiar 👀🌿 The iconic shade & swing canopies from The Porch have transitioned to The Lawn, marking an exciting next step in the 30th St. Station District Plan. lnkd.in/e48K8rxD

The TROLLEY TUNNEL is open! The tunnel was closed in mid-November for emergency repairs to the overhead wires. Some scheduled closings will be required in the coming weeks. Learn more: wwww.septa.org/news/trolley-t…. #ISEPTAPHILLY #HowWeRoll

Barry Grossbach was a long-time professor of at Community College of Philadelphia, a founding member of @ucdphl and a leading activist in bettering his neighborhood. UCD President @MattBergheiser honors his friend and colleague. thephiladelphiacitizen.org/barry-grossbac…

🚨Trolley Portal Closure Update - Nov 20, 2025 The trolley tunnel will remain closed through at least next week. 👉 During this time, all T trolleys will keep diverting to 40th & Market for transfers to the L toward Center City. SEPTA Full Update > bit.ly/3LO3tSY

Our @westphilaskills has been selected as one of 19 organizations to receive funding through an investment in workforce from @WilliamPennFdn. We extend our sincere thanks to the William Penn Foundation, @Comcast, & partners. Read more: universitycity.org/news/the-willi……

Heads up, Philly, Election Day is coming soon! The municipal general election takes place Tuesday, November 4, 2025, and your voice matters. Find your local polling place > vote.phila.gov/voting/electio… Learn more about who’s on the ballot > vote.phila.gov/voting/candida…

Each fall, the ginkgo trees at @woodlandsphila transform into a sea of golden leaves, before dropping them all at once after the first frost. Guests can explore the trees with a Ginkgo Watch map and learn more about their history. Tag #GinkgoWatch when sharing photos!

Congratulations to Penn Medicine immunologist David Fajgenbaum on winning the prestigious John Scott Award, presented to individuals whose inventions have improved the “comfort, welfare, and happiness” of humankind. thedp.com/article/2025/1…

We’re taking University City MIX to new heights—literally! 🌆 Join us Wednesday, October 29 from 5:30–7:30 PM at AKA University City’s stunning Level28 Club for drinks, networking, and skyline views. Free to attend, RSVP encouraged >> ow.ly/BVlp50XeVES

Today members of our Green Team assisted with a community planting in partnership with UC Green aimed at beautifying Baltimore Avenue! We were thrilled to donate fall annuals & assist with a scarecrow building effort just before the leaves begin to change 🎃🍂🍁

We locked in for our first volunteer day of the fall season 💪🪣🌸🌿🛝 Huge thanks to everyone who came out and gardened with us! The advancements to the playground were made possible through $150,000 in support from the Target Foundation. Learn more> universitycity.org/walnut-hill-co…

Join us Thursday, October 16 from 4–6 PM for an afternoon of family-friendly activities: 🎃 Free pumpkins (while supplies last) 🎃Arts & crafts + slime-making with NOMASTER 🎃Live music from Ants on a Log 🎃Snacks + drinks from Renata's RSVP>> eventbrite.com/e/trolley-port…

HMS School’s Annual Community Day is BACK on Saturday, October 5th! This free, family-friendly event celebrates World Cerebral Palsy Day with face painting, games, free food and more! Help the school reach their $60,000 fundraising goal >> hmsschool.org/communityday