Of Black Wombhood: Stories of liberation and resilience
The Da Vinci Art Alliance and TILT Institute for the Contemporary Image will present partnering exhibitions, Of Black Wombhood, a narrative portraits project led by emerging independent curator/cultural producer Tanya Latortue. Featuring auditory and visual renderings of 10 personal narratives, OBW explores the interiority of “black womb-bearing people” through stories about culture, health, sexuality, identity and the “politicization” of the black body from the past to the present.
The stories from 10 individuals will be divided into two distinct yet connected exhibitions with the storytellers being featured at TILT and DVAA. Visual artist Kara Mshinda renders each story into a portrait of its narrator through her fusion of photography and collage. Sound artist JL Simonson blends interview excerpts with ambient sound and audible frequency to adapt the narratives into an experimental soundscape. The immersive, multimedia and co-institutional project includes public events focused on the project’s intersecting themes (culture, health, sexuality, identity and the politicization of the black body) to celebrate its narrators and creative community.
Of Black Wombhood will be on view at Tilt from March 13 to May 31 with an opening reception on March 13 from 6-9 p.m.
It will be on view at Da Vinci Art Alliance from June 5-22, with an opening reception on June 7 from 4-7 p.m. A closing reception and artist talk will be on June 22 from noon to 2 p.m.
Apply for Pre-K to 8 scholarship by March 1
The deadline is March 1 to apply for Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia 2025-26 Pre-K to 8th-grade scholarships.
CSFP’s need-based scholarships enable Philadelphia families to choose the right school for their children, regardless of their ZIP code or income. Last year, CSFP awarded more than 6,500 scholarships to families across 150-plus schools.
CSFP has been providing scholarships since 2001. Its mission is to provide scholarships for quality, tuition-based schools.
Scholarships are awarded via random lottery. Scholarship dollars follow the student should they choose to transfer to another CSFP partner school.
Families contribute a minimum of $500 toward their child(ren)’s tuition.
Up to three children in a family may receive a scholarship at one time.
Here is the application link. ••
Senior softball needs players
The Philadelphia Senior Softball League is looking for experienced softball players for its 58 & over and 68 & over leagues. The 58 & over league plays Tuesday and Thursday, while 68 & over plays Monday and Friday. All games are played at Crispin Field, at Holme and Convent avenues in the Northeast. Games start at 10 a.m. The season starts in mid-April and runs through September. For more information, call or text Mike Bojanowski at 215-801-4869 or Marty King at 215-409-5021. ••
Jazz festival fundraiser
The Germantown Jazz Jamm, with a performance by Austin Wagner, will take place on Wednesday, March 26, at 7 p.m. at Attic Brewing Company, 137 Berkley St. Proceeds will benefit the Germantown Jazz Festival. ••
Host foreign exchange student
World Heritage International Student Exchange Program is seeking local families to host foreign exchange students. World Heritage students come from countries such as Italy, Denmark, Spain, France, Germany, Ukraine, Japan and Australia. They are ages 15-18. Host families may be single parents, couples and single persons.
The exchange students have pocket money for personal expenses and full health, accident and liability insurance.
If interested in hosting an exchange student, call Debra at 800-888-9040, visit www.world-heritage.org or send an email to info@world-heritage.org to request more information or start the application process. ••
A retreat for moms
Mother Boniface Spirituality Center (3501 Solly Ave.) will present The Paschal Mystery and Everyday Life on Saturday, March 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The speaker will be Stephanie McCarthy, a Catholic wife, mother and spiritual director. The retreat is open to mothers of all ages for faith sharing and reflection with other mothers. The retreat costs $55 and includes continental breakfast and lunch. To register or for more information, call 267-350-1830 or visit msbt.org. ••
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Germantown Jazz Festival in April
The Germantown Jazz Festival will take place from April 25-27. Venues are Germantown Friends School, Vernon Park, First Presbyterian Church and The Nile Cafe. There will be performances, workshops, food vendors and cultural experiences. For more information, visit GermantownJazzFestival.com or call Sherri Pennington at 267-882-7385. ••
Theater performance of Honk!
The Star Players, of the city Department of Parks and Recreation, will present Honk! The Ugly Duckling Musical on May 30-31 and June 1, at 7 p.m., at Venice Island Performing Arts Center, 7 Lock St., in Manayunk. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Group rates are available. Tickets can be purchased on Venmo @TheStarplayers or at Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. For more information, follow @starplayersPPR on X, like the group’s page on Facebook or contact director Bill Arthur at 215-685-8714 or Starplayers2013@gmail.com. ••
VFW looking for members
Bustleton-Somerton/CTR1 Michael J. Strange VFW Post 6617 meets on the third Wednesday of every month at American Legion Post 810, 9151 Old Newtown Road.
Meetings start at 7:30 p.m.
If you are a military veteran who served in a designated combat zone, you are eligible to join the VFW.
Call Commander Israel Wolmark at 215-725-0630 if you would like to join the post. ••
Pacific Wine Country tour
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is going on a Pacific Wine Country cruise aboard the Sapphire Princess, May 10-17. Ports-of-call include Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Astoria (Oregon) and Victoria and Vancouver (Canada). Rates range from $3,048 to $3,578 per person, double occupancy, which includes round-trip airfare from Philadelphia, port charges, government fees, taxes and transfers to and from the ship. Call 215-788-9408 for more information. ••
Cruise in July
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is traveling on an Independence Day Celebration cruise, July 1-8. Ports-of-call include New York, Newport, Boston on July 4 and Halifax, Nova Scotia. A passport is required. Rates range from $1,920 to $2,680 per person, double occupancy. For a flyer, call 215-788-9408. ••
Fundraiser for cancer research, care
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Board of Associates, Fox Chase Cancer Center is holding a High Tea/Mini Bingo (five games) on Friday, March 28. It will be held at Maggio’s Banquet Hall, 400 2nd Street Pike, Southampton, starting at noon. Participants will be playing to win baskets. The cost is $55. Call Lorraine Braverman at 610-277-3631. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Presentation on Harriet Beecher Stowe
On Sunday, Feb. 23, at 2 p.m., in the headquarters of the Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation, 321 Cedar St., Kim Hanley, of the American Historical Theatre of Philadelphia, will give a first-person portrayal of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Light refreshment will be served. A donation of $5 per adult attendee is suggested. There is no fee for students. The public is invited. Snow date is Sunday, March 2. Call 215-788-9408. ••
Trip to Hindu temple, lunch, chocolate
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is sponsoring a bus trip to Robbinsville, New Jersey, on Thursday, April 10, featuring a tour of BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, the largest Hindu temple outside of India, a three-course luncheon at The Cranberry Inn and a visit to David Bradley Chocolatier. All-inclusive cost is $130. Reservation deadline is March 15. Call 215-788-2106 or visit bristolhistory.org for a flyer/reservation form. ••
Folk music concert
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation, 321 Cedar St. in Bristol, will welcome folksinger Mary Roth to perform “Enchanting Appalachia,” an interactive program of music and history with a focus on the rich culture of Appalachia and its people, on Sunday, March 30, at 2 p.m. Light refreshment will be served. A donation of $5 per attendee is suggested. The public is invited. Call 215-788-9408 or go to www.bristolhistory.org. ••
