bookmark_borderDo Not Feed The Humans

Philadelphia, PA — The City of Philadelphia recently enacted a controversial ordinance that prohibits feeding homeless people outdoors. Following is an update from the city:

The Task Force on Outdoor Food Serving presented Mayor Michael A. Nutter with its report, “Moving Philadelphia Forward: A Path Toward Strengthening Food Access in Our Community.” The report includes the Task Force findings and recommendations on how to serve more individuals indoors and to assist people who experience hunger and food insecurity.

“I look forward to reading the report and working to help the vulnerable people of our City have access to food that meets safety standards in a safe, dignified, indoor location where we can provide supportive service,” said Mayor Nutter. “I want to thank the Task Force members for their hard work, dedication and support as we work to move outdoor food service indoors.”

The Task Force was convened in May 2012. The Task Force was comprised of individuals from city departments, philanthropic and faith-based organizations, foundations and individuals who have participated in the food service programs. The Task Force was chaired by Dr. Arthur C. Evans, Jr., Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services Commissioner.

“Several individuals and groups share a long-standing commitment to serving people who are in need,” said Dr. Evans. “Task Force members were actively engaged in identifying creative options to move the city forward in its efforts to address hunger.”

In the report, the Task Force identified five main recommendations that will help to move the City forward in its efforts to address hunger issues. The recommendations are:

Establishing consensus, leadership & capacity to move the City forward to address hunger and food insecurity;

Increasing and improving food access and options, and other needed services and supports for individuals in need;

Using existing infrastructure and resources to build additional capacity for addressing issues of hunger and food insecurity;

Creating opportunities for organizations and the public to better help individuals in need; and

Establishing innovative food serving models to increase access to food indoors while addressing food insecurity.

bookmark_borderAmbler Restaurant Week

Ambler’s Winter Restaurant Week Is Happening NOW Through Sunday
News Stand Fire

It’s Not Just A Restaurant Event…..

Ambler is filled with boutique shops along Butler, North Main Street, Cavalier Drive and North Ridge.

 
Visit Nicole at Patina Vintage on North Main Street.  She will take an extra 10% off on purchases w/ a restaurant week receipt and all winter merchandise will be 40% off 🙂

Clearance on ALL winter items!  50% off Winter Merchandise!! Save big on some great handbags and shoes!!

Gene from Ambler Flower & Gift Baskets invites you to sample an Asher’s chocolate treat from our full service candy case!  All the ladies get a rose this week, too!

Jackets & Thingsis taking orders for 
embroidered shirts, jackets and caps.  Stop in to say hi to Barb & John.

Sheila
Sheila from Hidden Glam  invites you to warm up to savings this Saturday! 40% off STOREWIDE clearance sale to make way for new inventory (except consignment/thrift),  Saturday only. Online HiddenGlam.com

LET’S PRETEND WE’RE MARRIED    Performed by Tony Braithwaite & Jennifer Childs  Jan. 11 – 22, 2012  Let’s Pretend We’re Married is a cabaret about bliss of the wedded sort, starring comedy masters Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs.


Wine & Wellness At
Sew Vintage Boutique

Sunday
January 22nd
2pm to 4pm

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RSVP

Visit with Candy at Green Street Luxuries till 8pm every night this week – get your special coupon here.

Visit Judy at Antique Garden Cottage on North Main Street where candles are on sale for $4.50 (normally sold for $7.95)

These are just a few of the specials and merchant events happening in town this week.  Come early, visit a new store and introduce yourself to one of these small business owners.

Your feedback is always welcome!

Thanks,
Gene McGonagle

215-646-6500
gene@AmblerFlowerShop.com

bookmark_borderOccupy Philadelphia Serves Free Food

Thursday December 29, 2011
5:00PM Until Food Runs Out
15th Street, between Market St. and JFK Blvd.

For as long as Occupy Philly can afford to offer free meals, every Thursday starting at 5PM food will be provided.