Saturday, May 16, 2026
Mayor Parker to Be Honored at Sadie T. M. Alexander Award Luncheon Celebrating Legacy of Leadership and Service
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Springfield Country Club, 400 West Sproul Road, Springfield, PA
The Mayor will be honored at the Sadie T. M. Alexander Award Luncheon, which recognizes individuals whose leadership, service, and commitment to equity reflect the enduring legacy of Sadie T. M. Alexander. The award celebrates trailblazing achievement and community impact, honoring those who uplift others and advance opportunity, justice, and civic excellence.
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Sunday, May 17, 2026
Inaugural 988 5K Walk, Run, Stroll, and Roll Promoting Mental Health Awareness
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: 2451 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA
The Mayor will join the City’s inaugural 988 5K Walk, Run, Stroll, and Roll aimed at raising awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the critical support it provides to individuals experiencing mental health crises.
The event will also highlight the work of Philadelphia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) and its ongoing efforts to connect residents with behavioral health resources and support services.
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Mayor’s Business Action Team to Host Second Annual Small Business Summit and Expo
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: La Salle University, 1900 West Olney Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
The Mayor will attend the City’s Second Annual Small Business Summit and Expo, a collaborative effort led by the Mayor’s Business Action Team within the Department of Commerce and the Mayor’s Office of Public Engagement.
The event will bring together entrepreneurs, resource partners, and city leadership to connect small business owners with tools, services, and opportunities to grow and thrive in Philadelphia.