Daily lunch service continues in November at The Porch! Take advantage of mild weather to enjoy lunch in our beautifully landscaped space. Don't miss breakfast service from our... Read More
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UCD's next great public space now open!Trolley Portal Gardens is now open at 40th and Baltimore Click here for more info » -
UCD programs free and fun summer events all summer longRead details for this summer's Dollar Stroll, Dining Days, Clark Park Movies, Summer Series, and More! Click here for more information. » -
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Throughout 2017 we'll be looking back at 20 years of UCD20 Years, 20 Stories is a rich compilation of the ways in which UCD has impacted the neighborhood through our work, told by the people who have made University City the vibrant, healthy and diverse community it is today. 20 Years, 20 Stories » -
Our safety ambassadors patrol the neighborhood and offer assistance to the community.UCD is dedicated to improving the neighborhood. Our Public Space Maintenance staff clean and enhance more than 160 University City commercial and residential blocks, and our safety ambassadors provide walking escorts, vehicle lock-outs, and transplants to homeless shelters. »
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As part of a larger effort to address transportation issues throughout our district, we have recently partnered with the City of Philadelphia and Drexel University to develop... Read More
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Three years after University City District (UCD), Center City District (CCD), the Schuylkill River Development Corporation (SRDC), and the design group Groundswell partnered to... Read More
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University City District is pleased to share that on Friday, April 6th, JPMorgan Chase & Co. announced a $225,000 grant at a presentation and symposium. The funds from this... Read More
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On August 24th, we were honored to welcome Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry to the West Philadelphia Skills Initiative. Secretary Jerry Oleksiak and Deputy Secretary... Read More
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Each month we aim to highlight theater, art, music, food, and tech events happening in University City. Want your event listed? Email us to get your organization... Read More