DC 21 Supports Ronald McDonald Patients and Families

On September 24, 11 administrative personnel and one retired painter volunteered their time to be guest chefs at the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia. The Ronald McDonald House offers housing, meals, and child care for seriously ill children and their families.

DC 21 staff joined in-house chefs Patrick and Quadeer in prepping, preparing and serving food to families from Philadelphia and beyond who stay at the McDonald House.

The guest chefs included: Joseph Ashdale, Fran McLaughlin, Matt Trzaska, John Adriano, Stacy Reynolds, Colleen DeMarco, Maeann Papke, Nancy Casey, Debbie Ancone, Brian Ditty, Kerri Burke and Kara Peters.

Thank you to our members for volunteering their time to give back to this wonderful charity!

 

 

 

   

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District Council 21 at the Puerto Rican Day Parade!

 

We were thrilled to participate in this year’s Puerto Rican Day Parade, Philadelphia’s largest and oldest outdoor celebration of Puerto Rican and Latino heritage! Dozens of us marched down Ben Franklin Parkway, celebrating the day through music, dance and food.

“The parade is a way for to share our culture with the local community,” said Local 252 Business Representative Roberto Rios. “It’s a time to reflect on the past and be hopeful for the future, even when there have been so many tragedies on the island. The parade allows us to celebrate our culture through native dances, music, and especially our food. I’m proud to be Boricua. Pa’ Que Tu Lo Sepas!”

Local 2011 Organizer Raphael Vargas noted that participating in this year’s parade carried special meaning for him.

“I grew up going downtown to watch and cheer on the performers, but this year I got to experience it from the other side and all the hard work it takes to bring it to life,” said Vargas, a Philly native. “It’s good to know that District Council 21 supports what we want to accomplish. They see the big picture and want to be a part of whatever comes next.”

Local 252 member Anthony Rivera of Clayton, NJ also shared his enthusiasm for the District Council’s representation in the parade. “The District Council’s participation helps remind me that the values of our organization match our people’s culture of taking care of our community and looking out for each other’s wellbeing. I am ecstatic to have shared the day with my union Brothers and Sisters, children and fellow Puerto Ricans, and look forward to many more.”

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Recognizing Our AGMT-Certified Glaziers

Glaziers Local 252 recognized FTI instructors who won the International’s Best Training Center Award, along with congratulating and recognizing the 74 AGMT Certified Glaziers at their monthly meeting last night.

A special thanks to Jeff Dalaba, AMS Program Manager, who was in attendance to help celebrate these achievements and underscore the significance of this certification in the industry.

Glaziers Local 252 proudly counts one third of all AGMT certified glaziers nationally among their ranks.

Well done to all!

 

 

 

 

PAINTERS LU 2011 MEMBER BENEFIT

On November 23, 2019, District Council 21 will be sponsoring our Annual Member Benefit Night which will be held at the District Council 21 Southampton Room, 2980 Southampton Road, Philadelphia, PA, from 6:00 to 11:00pm.

Tickets are $50.00 per person. The evening will consist of an open bar, buffet, sweet table, music and dancing, so please join us for a pleasant evening. Check can be made payable to: DC #21 MEMBER BENEFIT FUND.

All proceeds of this event will provide assistance to members who endure hardships through no fault of their own, but due to injury, illness or death.

If you would like to donate your tickets to a member or apprentice, or if you would like to reserve a table of 10, please let us know ahead of time. Deadline for tickets is November 8, 2019. If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Casey at 215-677-7980.