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Kensington: Rock to the Future is Bringing Music Education to Philadelphia

June 6, 2024 Rachel Williams 0

A nonprofit organization dedicated to music education supports academic growth and economic empowerment by offering cost-free, student-centered music programs for Philadelphia’s youth [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment: Rock To The Future Providing More Than Music Education to Philly Youth

July 21, 2017 Jared Phillips 0

When Rock to the Future was started seven years ago, it had one clear goal in mind. The Kensington-based non-profit wanted to provide Philly youth an opportunity to learn instruments with after-school programs and summer camps, but [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Spruce Hill and Walnut Hill: Local Bands Gear Up for Clark Park Fest

June 2, 2014 0

Since 1970, the Clark Park Music and Arts Festival has been a summer staple in the West Philadelphia area, attracting local musical acts, artists and vendors. This year’s festival is at the end of the month, [continue reading…]

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Casinos: SugarHouse Gives Back To Community

May 27, 2014 1

As part of the Community Benefits Agreement with SugarHouse Casino, the Penn Treaty Special Services District has received $500,000 per year from SugarHouse since opening in 2010. Once SugarHouse’s second phase is finished, presumably bringing [continue reading…]

Education

Kensington: Rock to the Future Brings Free Music Education to the Community

February 22, 2012 2

Rock to the Future, an after-school program, offers Kensington and neighboring residents free music lessons, homework help and a social environment for students who would otherwise never see the benefits of music education. Jessica McKay, [continue reading…]

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