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Ogontz Avenue Revitalization Corporation

Community Development Corporation serving West Oak Lane and Northwest Philadelphia.

09/25/2026

Great to see Uptown on Philadelphia250 Neighborhood Jawnts Bus Tour! OARC is always delighted to speak on everything in the neighborhood….from Uptown Liberty Bell to the “In Full Bloom” Mural” all in the 7100 block of Ogontz Avenue!

09/24/2026

OARC is having its 8th annual Shredding Event: Saturday, October 10, 2026 at West Oak Lane Charter School 7115 Stenton Ave 19138 - 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

🎇What to bring: Two bags of paper to be shredded. No binders or paperclips should be attached.

🌠Additionally, please come out to meet Chris Johnson for PA State Representative Chris Johnson, Democratic Nominee for 200th Legislative District!

This event is rain or shine!!

09/18/2026

We want to THANK our incredible Sponsors for their participation and support in the 2nd Annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue 2026! We truly appreciate the support they provided! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤️. Big Shoutout to the Philadelphia250 Team, City of Philadelphia Office of Special Events and the neighbors on -❤️

🌇Presenting Sponsors:
Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church
Philadelphia250

🎆Platinum Sponsors:
Philadelphia 76ers Philadelphia Flyers Comcast
City of Philadelphia

🌠Gold Sponsors:
Always Best Care Philly
Odin Properties

🏙️Silver Sponsors:
ArchWell Health
Devoted Health
ShopRite
To the Table Construction Group

09/17/2026

WOW! A week ago today The Uptown Rhythm Festival rocked and shook Ogontz Avenue! We Thank our incredible hosts Patty Jackson and . Dr. Alyn E Waller Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church - we loved the Dj’s DJ Diamond Kuts Thomas “Superfli” Opia | Corporate Engineering DJ Corey Dst Hatch and Dj KevyKev_mr.hitjamz who had the after party at 7152 Ogontz Jumpin! We Thank the Amazing Bands that lit up the entire city and Henri McMillian if you missed Uptown Rhythm Fest 2026….you missed a GREAT Show! But we’ll be back next year! Stay tuned!!

09/10/2026

Heyyy Philly!!! TODAY is The Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue!! Rain or Shine and 🌞 is the forecast! Come out for the Live Music, Food Trucks, Vendors and Family Fun!! Bring a Chair for comfort! See ya’ll at 4:00 p.m. to get the best seat! Stay tuned for Live Music line-up! Let’s Goooo!!

09/08/2026

Rain or Shine come out and enjoy the 2nd Annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue! This Thursday, September 10th 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Family Fun, Food Trucks, Vendors and some of the most incredible Live Bands and DJ’s on the planet! You do not want to miss this festival! Please bring a chair (tables are not allowed).

Follow us and stay tuned for more information!

07/23/2026

Countdown is On! As we prepared for the 2nd Annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue (previously known as Night Market on Ogontz Avenue) and Philadelphia250 we’re excited to add a Afrobeats set with Thomas “Superfli” Opia | Corporate Engineering DJ International Dj Superfli!!! Stay tuned for additional announcements on our Musical Acts, Food Trucks and Non-Food Vendors! Mark your calendars and join us as OARC Presents: Uptown Rhythm Festival - Thursday, September 10th - 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm - 7100 block Ogontz Avenue! Philadelphia250 Ring It On 5K The Food Trust City of Philadelphia

07/22/2026

Are you READY for the Uptown Rhythm Festival?! We are!! Our Live Musical Artists will be featured soon and we have a special AfroBeats set by Thomas “Superfli” Opia | Corporate Engineering DJ Dj Superfli! Thursday, September 10th 4-9 pm 7100 block Ogontz Ave! Let’s Goooooo!

06/17/2026

As we continue to plan for an exciting Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue: Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., we’re excited to introduce our Friends of OARC Advisory Board! All the noted citizens live in the community and will serve as Ambassadors for the community! More information coming soon, but once you get started….you can’t stop!

05/06/2026

We spend our lifetime working for retirement not realizing you have to plan for retirement while working, plan for your legacy and your family’s future. President Kimberly A. Lloyd is also President of Philadelphia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., we are partnering with the Deltas to bring this significant program to our community. Tuesday, May 12th 6:30-8:30 come out and learn how to properly save for retirement, understand the difference between life insurance (whole and term), Estate Planning (should you put your home in a trust?) and much more! We are excited to invite you to attend Secure Your Legacy: Estate Planning Essentials for Every Stage of Life, an informative and empowering session designed to help individuals and families take meaningful steps to protect their assets and plan for the future.

📍 1424 East Washington Lane
🗓️ Tuesday, May 12, 2026
🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
🚪 Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

This session will cover key components of estate planning, including wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, and life insurance, along with important considerations to help ensure your legacy is protected. Whether you are just getting started or looking to refine your plans, this event will provide valuable insight and practical guidance.

We encourage you to attend and to also share this opportunity with family, friends, and community members who may benefit from this information.

Space is limited, register today!

Registration Link:
https://phillyalumnae-dst.org/event/secure-your-legacy-estate-planning-essentials-for-every-stage-of-life/

Please email: [email protected] with any questions!

Address

2502 W. Cheltenham Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19150

Telephone

+12155499462

Website

http://oarcphilly.org/

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