…youth to succeed. With 32 years of service, IDAAY has served 30,000 youth and families within nine different community-based programs. https://youtu.be/HJxIHS75AGM James Washington has worked with the organization for four… [continue reading…]
…“They could close it again.” Amtrak responded to a request for comment with an e-mailed statement, defending its commitment to PHN — but touting interest from Philadelphia’s growing real estate… [continue reading…]
In the heart of North Philadelphia, where urban landscapes are dotted with historical significance and vibrant communities, third spaces have emerged as a beacon of hope for local youth. Third… [continue reading…]
…initiative called Our Free(dom) Libraries, which started in 2004 to promote literary expression by offering a free way to obtain a banned book. https://soundcloud.com/user-16086939/black-authors-book-ban-sarah-corey-1?si=e8de23227bdb406599d849349998255e&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing There are 13 small libraries throughout… [continue reading…]
…to continue to make an impact on women in sports. Mo’ne completes homework at Columbia University. (Photo by Brianna Hill) https://soundcloud.com/user-16086939/mone-davis-beyond-the-diamond?si=6c44139ee46b4fef80a517eaaefa70cb&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing As Mo’ne prepares to enter the professional world, she… [continue reading…]
…continues, it remains a beacon of hope and a testament to the power and possibility of fresh starts. https://soundcloud.com/user-16086939/new-leash-on-life-a-new-lease-on-life?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Please email any questions or concerns about this story to: editor@philadelphianeighborhoods.com… [continue reading…]
…by major labels and streaming platforms, these local artists are a reminder that community support is important. Whether people who are attending a virtual concert, sharing music through social media,… [continue reading…]
…think about if we do fight off the arena, or [even] if we don’t, like, we still need to nourish the community and sort of build things for the community… [continue reading…]
…year helping them academically and artistically. “All of our programs focus on underserved communities with the goal of it all being free to every student that enters the space,” Kensington… [continue reading…]
…Rebuild program. The Free Library of Philadelphia is in the midst of a post-COVID revival. Mayor Kenney’s administration approved a $10.4 million budget increase in 2022 to support the Free… [continue reading…]
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