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Month: October 2014

Arts and Entertainment

Olde Kensington: Andrew Ha Pursues Two Passions in the Heart of Philadelphia

October 29, 2014 0

Andrew Ha describes his relationship with music as a marriage, but it’s not his only commitment. Like many working Americans, Ha holds regular job hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; he works for the Jewish [continue reading…]

Neighborhoods

Strawberry Mansion: Billy Thompson Helps Lead Neighborhood Coalition with Faith

October 29, 2014 0

As William Thompson walked toward Faith Temple recently, he greeted almost every person he passed. He grabbed each neighbor around the shoulders, squeezed them tightly and shook their hands with both of his own. “When we [continue reading…]

Economy

North Philadelphia: Second-Generation Immigrant Creates Haven for Startups

October 29, 2014 0

Across from the local 7-Eleven and other corporate establishments that are proliferating across Cecil B. Moore Avenue on Temple University’s main campus, the Fox School of Business’ Small Business Development Center has been helping the [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Old City: Arch Enemy Arts Stands Out

October 29, 2014 0

Arch Enemy Arts isn’t the typical gallery that one would find in Old City, Philadelphia. It stands out as one of the most diverse art galleries in Philadelphia. The gallery was founded by Lawren Alice, [continue reading…]

Featured Stories

Queen Village: Gloria Dei is More Than a Church

October 29, 2014 0

Want to hang out with a few of your church leaders from Gloria Dei the Old Swedes’ Episcopal Church? Look for them at the bar. “We grew the hops ourselves,” said Paula Minacci, one of [continue reading…]

Bella Vista

Bella Vista: Neighborhood Teams Up To Fight Blight

October 28, 2014 0

Sipping a coffee at the Bean Exchange three blocks from his home on Bainbridge Street, Bella Vista resident Joel Palmer spoke in disgust about a trash container. “Why this one has been allowed to stay [continue reading…]

Education

Mantua: Richard Purdie Looking For a Full House at Community Center

October 28, 2014 0

As president of the Mantua Haverford Community Center, Richard Purdie is the heart of the neighborhood. He saw Mantua’s need for a reliable and safe place where children could get away from crime on the [continue reading…]

Featured Stories

South Philadelphia: Search Continues For Missing Dog In Stolen Car

October 28, 2014 0

What was intended as a quick errand to Home Depot turned into a nightmare for new Philadelphia resident, JJ Pierce. Leaving the store, she realized her red Honda-CRV was no longer in the parking lot, [continue reading…]

Environment

Waterfront: Facelift Coming for Penn Treaty Park

October 28, 2014 0

Penn Treaty Park has a soggy secret. Parents who chase their children through the playground after a heavy dose of rain know all about it. “After a good day’s worth of rain, we know we’re [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Old City: Leyna Schaeffer Brings a New View to Yoga

October 28, 2014 0

Most people associate yoga with a squishy mat, hands and feet pressed firmly onto the ground and aligning their spine with the solid floor. However, Leyna Schaeffer of Kaya Aerial Yoga has been instructing aerial [continue reading…]

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