Year: 2015 - Page 10 - Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Education: Philadelphia POPS Orchestra “Swings” into Schools

October 27, 2015 Lora C Strum

For the 50 students in Dorina Morrow’s advanced vocal music class at the Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA,) the choir room is their stage. Standing three stairs deep in front of

Center City: The Arts Stay in the Picture for District Schools

October 26, 2015 Lora C Strum

“The visual arts help develop sustained focus and articulation of the decision making process,” said Helen Haynes, chief cultural officer for the City of Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy at the A+

Center City: Release Your Inner Child for Halloween

October 26, 2015 Phylandra Anne McFaddin

Goblins and ghouls are back again! The Center City Spirit Halloween store is open for business. Kids aren’t the only ones running around looking for costumes. Adults are, too. Store manager, Nicole Durkson said the most

Whitman: Fright Factory Gains Attention with New Talent

October 26, 2015 pnadmin

Tucked away in an aging building at Front and Jackson streets in the Whitman section of South Philadelphia, devoid of the typical bells and whistles that accompany haunted attractions, Fright Factory is easy to miss.

Northern Liberties: How a Business Owner Ditched the Usual

October 21, 2015 pnadmin

From small, intimate restaurants with tables under twinkling lights to hardcore boxing and martial arts gyms, Northern Liberties is a place to discover hidden gems. Ritual Ritual is no exception. The 2nd Street store welcomes

South Philadelphia: Family Empowerment Services Brings Families Together

October 21, 2015 Kathryn A Stellato

Lauren Fein works to bring the community together one family at a time. Though she grew up in Massachusetts, the 32-year-old has roots in South Philadelphia. Fein found her calling in social work and after completing

Fishtown: Local Community Board Unites the Neighborhood One Block at a Time

October 20, 2015 Khaliha Ina Hawkins

Fishtown has been called one of the most up and coming neighborhoods in Philadelphia, and the Fishtown Neighbors Association (FNA) has a few ideas why. FNA members Jamie Ware, president, Ian Wilson, reporting secretary, and

Strawberry Mansion: Resident Teaches Responsibility Through Horses

October 20, 2015 pnadmin

Al Lynch was born to be a horseman. Almost literally. He was born at a horse stable at 27th and Dauphin streets while his father was feeding horses. Lynch developed his love of horses while

Port Richmond: The “Not” Forgotten One

October 20, 2015 pnadmin

Philadelphia has a reputation of honoring fallen war veterans from an array of different wars. Some of the more notable memorials consist of the, Doughboys World War One Memorial at 2nd and Spring Garden streets,

Amateur Sports: Philadelphia Native Helps Drive Kids to Success Through Golf

October 19, 2015 pnadmin

Many kids around Philadelphia choose to play sports such as football, basketball or soccer. On the other hand, what most consider an adult’s game – golf – is a sport that might not be on