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Weekly Email Newsletter, Sept. 24, 2026

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Black Cannabis Week 2026

I will be discussing the latest on marijuana policy as a panelist at Black Cannabis Week’s Cannabis Opportunities Conference on Friday, Sept. 25. You can find tickets online.

Friday, Sept. 25 9AM-1PM 
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City 
237 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia

Resources and Support for Fathers of Children with Autism

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Center for Autism Research is holding an event at the Bancroft School in Mt. Laurel Township, New Jersey, to connect Autism Fathers and Advocates with experts and community organizations.

Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 9AM-1PM 
The Bancroft School, Welsh Campus 
311 Walton Ave., Mt. Laurel Township, New Jersey

Healthy from Head to Toe Senior Health Fair

I will be holding a health fair and fish fry with City Council President Kenyatta Johnson on Friday, Oct. 2 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center at 5801 Kingsessing Ave. Tickets are free but you must register in advance.

Friday, Oct. 2 11AM-2PM 
Francis J. Myers Recreation Center 
5801 Kingsessing Ave., Philadelphia

Fundraiser for Yeadon Public Library

Support the Yeadon Public Library by playing BINGO! Their annual fundraiser will be held on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 6-10 p.m. at Yeadon Borough Hall. Tickets are on sale now at the library.

Saturday, Oct. 3 6-10PM 
Yeadon Borough Hall 
600 Church Lane, Yeadon

College Resource Fair

High school students can get support and resources on the college application process at my college resource seminar and fair happening Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 14 11AM-3PM 
Motivation High School 
5900 Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia

Legislative Fellowship Program Accepting Applications

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Legislative Fellowship Program is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2027 semester. The program is based in the Capitol building in Harrisburg and is open to college undergraduates, graduate students or law school students who are enrolled in a Pennsylvania college/university or PA residents who are enrolled in an out-of-state institution. Learn more online.

PGW looking for art submissions

PGW is looking for student artwork to showcase on one of its trucks! K-12 students in Philadelphia can submit designs centered around the theme of staying safe in the city. Entries can be submitted online through Nov. 13.