Riverfront North Partnership

Slowly but surely, spring is approaching – which means our annual Spring Fling celebration is getting closer! Join us on Thursday, May 8th, from 5:30-8pm at Glen Foerd. Enjoy cocktails, a light supper, and a delightful roving band, while you mingle with wonderful company and see what could be yours when you enter our raffle! The serene scenery along the Delaware River is the perfect place to spend an evening – and learn more about Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park, Philadelphia’s newest riverfront park that will be opening this July in Bridesburg. Whether you’re a longtime supporter, curious about our mission, or want to learn more about the Riverfront North Greenway, we’d love to see you there. Keep an eye out for more details as the date gets closer and be sure to follow us on all our social platforms @riverfrontnorth. To learn more and buy tickets, visit https://lnkd.in/eee-JKm. Please reach out to Celia Myerov, our Development Associate, with any questions: [email protected]

There is no doubt that our RNP team is committed to highest and best use of the Delaware Riverfront for Northeast Philadelphia. Congratulations, Chris.

Seeking professional experience? Curious about a career in City government? Want to make a difference? Apply to be a PHLserves #ServeVISTA. Learn more using the link below! https://lnkd.in/eaPsjUbz

We heard you. With your help, RNP has set its goals and strategies for the next three years with a new Strategic Plan that keeps us strong as we work together for vibrant green spaces on the Delaware River. We welcome your thoughts and questions on this plan. Thank you to Partnering for Change and the William Penn Foundation for the ongoing support in this process. https://lnkd.in/dsBXQyVe

Great article from Friends of the Wissahickon that features our very own Stewardship Manager, Nathan M.! We're lucky to have him at RNP (the parks and trails are lucky, too)! https://lnkd.in/eUbSvU3Z

Big news! The Delaware River has been voted Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year! ?? From its rich history to its incredible conservation comeback, this iconic river is a true PA treasure. ????? More than 14 million people rely on it for drinking water, and now it's time to celebrate and protect it! Learn more → https://bit.ly/42WdrrQ #PARiverOfTheYear #GetOutdoorsPA

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is investing in the Frankford Boat Launch! It has awarded a grant to make improvements to the dock, which was damaged during a storm last year. This is part of a broader planning effort with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, led by Riverfront North Partnership, to make sure our communities have safe and welcoming access. We are so glad to receive this support. Stay tuned for more information as this project develops in the summer.

Please join us in welcoming RNP's newest member of the Board of Directors to kick off 2025! Maridarlyn Gonzalez is a Research Officer with The Pew Charitable Trusts Philadelphia research and policy initiative, focusing on immigration, equitable infrastructure, and the annual State of the City report. Gonzalez advocates for equitable development and challenges people to consider cities and their neighborhoods as ecosystems. She holds a bachelor’s degree in geoscience, energy, and policy from the Pennsylvania State University and a master’s in geospatial technology and geodesign from Thomas Jefferson University. Of all her achievements, Mari is most proud of her humble beginnings in the Dominican Republic and those unexpected lessons she learned in her youth in North Philadelphia that drove her resiliency, creativity, and purpose. We're excited to have Mari join us on our mission toward riverfront restoration!

?? Park Closures Alert: From December 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025, select Philadelphia parks will close daily from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. All trails, parking lots, and areas will be off-limits to pedestrians, cyclists, equestrians, and vehicles. Affected parks include Bartram’s Garden, East & West Fairmount, Cobbs Creek, FDR, Pennypack, Tacony Creek, and Wissahickon Valley Park. Stay safe and enjoy these spaces during daylight hours!

It's great to see RNP Board leadership sharing holiday cheer with our friends at the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation!