Hot off winning a trifecta for the first time in more than 30 years, Gov. Josh Shapiro and Democratic legislative leaders laid out a vision for rapid action they say will offer relief amid rising costs and restore trust in government. Read more
Democracy in Action Thank you to everyone who exercised your right to vote this Election Day! It is always inspiring to see our Democracy in action throughout Pennsylvania and across the nation. I look forward to continuing to work with Governor Shapiro and my colleagues in the House and Senate to fight for a more affordable and just Commonwealth for working families. Darby’s Veterans Day Celebration Darby is hosting a luncheon for Veterans on Friday, Nov. 6 at 1020 Ridge Avenue immediately following the dedication of the Police Training Room for General Ronald Coleman. Friday, Nov. 6 Darby Borough Recreation Center 1020 Ridge Ave., Darby National Kidney Foundation’s Wellness Symposium The National Kidney Foundation is hosting a Wellness Symposium on diabetes, hypertension and kidney health. Attendees can get free expert information about the connection between these conditions and learn about available community health resources. Register in advance online. Tuesday, Nov. 10 8AM-1PM Elaine Levitt & Joel Gershman Education & Conference Center at the Franklin Institute 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia Prepare for Read more
McClinton said raising minimum wage was a “significant priority.” She didn’t provide a specific list of top bills the House plans to send to the Senate, but said priorities include creating new jobs and relieving the tax burden on Pennsylvanians. Read more
My office will be giving away free Thanksgiving turkeys at F.J. Myers Rec Center on Nov. 20 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., or while supplies last. One turkey per household. Seniors who are 60 and older may arrive between 4 and 4:45 p.m. Registration is required. Call (215)-748-6712 or visit the event page online to register. Read more
My office will be giving away free Thanksgiving turkeys at Evans Elementary School on Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., or while supplies last. One turkey per household. Seniors who are 60 and older may arrive between 9:30 and 10:15 a.m. Registration is required. Call (215)-748-6712 or visit the event page online to register. Read more
Celebrate the Season at my Fall Fest I will be holding a fall festival in partnership with Rep. Jordan Harris, Salt n’ Light Church, The Common Place, the 12th Police District, Cornerstone Christian Academy and F. J. Myers Rec Center. Come by for free food and fun for the whole family! Friday, Oct. 30 4-6PM Francis J. Myers Rec Center 5801 Kingsessing Ave., Philadelphia Commemorating an Important Member of our Community Many of you may know Mr. Tyrone “Cakes” Sims from my office, a tireless member of the team who has dedicated himself to serving neighbors and building community — always with a smile on his face. We are honoring Cakes’ contributions to the neighborhood by renaming 60th and Baltimore Park in his honor. Join us for the celebration and a food distribution. Saturday, Oct. 31 10-11:30AM 60th and Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia Festive Fun in Darby Darby is holding a “Treats in a Trunk” event at the Darby Recreation Center on Saturday October 31 from 4-8 p.m. If you would like to decorate your trunk, contact Janice Davis at (610)-721-4203. Saturday, Oct. 31 4-8PM Darby Recreation Center 1022 Ridge Read more
The Oct. 26 conversation, jointly hosted by Penn Democrats and the Andrea Mitchell Center for the Study of Democracy, focused on McClinton’s career and legislative priorities. Read more
Recapping the Week in Harrisburg This week in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania House Democrats were hard at work advocating for women, safer communities and students by passing legislation that regulates the use of e-scooters, bans cell phones in school and increases access to treatment for women going through menopause. We also celebrated the three-year anniversary of advocating for maternal health equity with the Black Maternal Health Caucus and honored the retirements of outgoing House members. 5K to Support Alzheimer’s Research Penn’s Institute on Aging is holding a 5K and Memory Mile Walk on Saturday, Oct. 24 starting at 8 a.m. Register online. Saturday, Oct. 24 8AM Franklin Field 235 S 33rd St., Philadelphia Meetup for Parents of Children with Autism Meet up with other Autism Parents in Darby on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 2-4 p.m. There will be free shirts, art and networking opportunities. Sunday, Oct. 25 2-4PM 1022 Ridge Ave., Darby HBCU One Philly Week Philly is celebrating a full week of HBCU pride during One Philly HBCU Week. There will be community Read more
Speaker Joanna McClinton and State Representative Regina Young will be hosting a Veterans Day Luncheon at Myers Recreation Center, 5801 Kingsessing Ave. Philadelphia, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Nov. 12. Register online by Nov. 4. Read more
October Food Giveaway I will be holding my monthly food giveaway, in partnership with Rep. Amen Brown, Sharing Excess and Caring for Friends, outside my district office on Friday, Oct. 16 beginning at 12 p.m. until 2 p.m., or until supplies last. Come by to pick up some fresh food for your family! Friday, Oct. 16 12-2PM or until supplies last Rep. McClinton's District Office 149 S. 60th Street, Philadelphia Free Construction Training Attend an informational open house to learn about how you can get free workforce training in construction. Sign up online. Friday, Oct. 16 10AM-2PM 5521 Chester Ave., Philadelphia Free Paper Shredding My office, along with Sen. Anthony H. Williams and Rep. Regina C. Young, will be holding a fall shredding event on Saturday, Oct. 17. Bring up to two bags of old documents to be securely shredded for free. ?? Saturday, Oct. 17 ?10AM-1PM or until the truck is full ??Motivation/Turner Middle School Parking Lot 5900 Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia PennDOT Hiring Event PennDOT is holding a job fair at the Delaware County Maintenance Read more
Speaker Joanna McClinton and Representative Jordan Harris will be hosting a community Fall Festival on Oct. 30 from 4-6 p.m at the Francis. J. Myers Rec Center. Read more
Speaker Joanna McClinton will be holding her October food giveaway, in partnership with Rep. Amen Brown, Sharing Excess and Caring for Friends, on Oct. 16 from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. or while supplies last. Read more
Bring up to two bags of old documents to be shredded for free. Please remove all paper clips. Bound books will not be able to be shredded; paper only. The event will be held from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. or until the truck is full. Read more
Talk to admission representatives, connect with alumni and learn about finanical aid opportunities at this resource fair on Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Register in advance here: College Resource Seminar & Fair Tickets, Wednesday, October 14 • 11 AM - 3 PM | Eventbrite Read more
Recapping the Week in Harrisburg PA House Democrats continued working this week to pass bills to keep you and your family healthy and safe, including legislation to strengthen penalties for retailers who sell vaping products to children, regulate dangerous synthetic kratom products and help support women going through menopause. I was also honored to participate in the Capitol’s annual breast cancer awareness rally in front of the fountain, which was dyed pink for the occasion. I support women everywhere who are in the fight against breast cancer and want to remind everyone of the importance of getting regular mammograms. Early detection saves lives. Upcoming Office Closure College Resource Fair High school students can get support and resources on the college application process at my college resource seminar and fair on Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Register in advance online. Wednesday, Oct. 14 11AM-3PM Motivation High School 5900 Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia Food Giveaway I will be holding my monthly food giveaway, in partnership with Rep. Amen Brown, Sharing Excess and Caring for Friends, outside my district office on Friday, Oct. 16 Read more
Recapping the Week in Harrisburg I was back in Harrisburg this week following the legislature’s summer break to continue working on issues like protecting children from AI, changing the primary voting system to allow independents to participate, and keeping students safe in our schools by encouraging schools to consider installing panic alarms in case of emergency. I also spoke in support of workplace accommodations for women going through menopause, met with some of our neighbors who visited the Capitol, and welcomed a new House member. 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 Support and Assistance for Veterans VETMOTO and Penn Medicine are hosting a Vets Café on Friday, Oct. 2 from 3-9 p.m. Learn more about VETMOTO’s mission to teach veterans motorcycle repair and trade skills and get support Read more
Nursing mothers visiting the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex can now breastfeed or pump in a clean, safe, and accessible nursing station, thanks to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, the PA Department of General Services, and the Shapiro Administration. Read more
Leadership statement issued Wednesday, Sept. 30 Read more
With the colder months ahead, lawmakers from in and around Delaware County are joining forces to address energy affordability and reforms amid federal cuts. Read more
On September 9, the Pennsylvania state House met for a historic legislative session in Independence National Park’s Congress Hall, marking one of the few times the body has met outside of Harrisburg since the early 19th century. Read more
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