Want to help kids avoid the dreaded summer slide? The Free library of Philadelphia has three months of fun programs to promote reading that don’t cost a thing. Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Valerie Samuel, Assistant Chief Youth Services and Programs Free Library about the Summer of Wonder reading program.
June is AIDS education month. Loraine talks with Chip Alfred - Director of Development and Communications for Philadelphia FIGHT about their outstanding programs in June designed to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS treatment, prevention and justice.
When a senior gets that college acceptance letter in the mail it’s a cause for celebration. The School District of Philadelphia and Caplin Family Charities are throwing a #ReachHigherPhilly: College Signing Day party for students going on to post-secondary education Wednesday June 7th from 10 am to 1 pm at the Wells Fargo Center.
The Urban League of Philadelphia is marking its 100th year. Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Pat Coulter, interim President and CEO about their upcoming Empowerment Week activities and their annual Empowerment Gala.