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Arts and Entertainment

Kensington: After-School Program Allows For A Comeback In The Arts

May 4, 2016 Raya Abdelaal and Emily Catharine Ganser 0

After the school day was over at John Moffet Elementary, eager students sat attentively in an auditorium holding a tabla (“hand drum”) in one arm while rhythmically tapping with the other. With the help of [Read More]

History

South Kensington: Catholic Worker House Continues Founder’s Mission Of Serving Those In Need

April 28, 2016 Emily Catharine Ganser 2

The intersection of Lawrence and Jefferson streets may seem like a regular corner, but between noon and 1 p.m. a line will form in front of a nondescript apartment window. Members of the community will [Read More]

Environment

Kensington: At Food Workshop, Greensgrow Teaches the Art of Preserving Seasonal Flavors

April 4, 2016 Emily Catharine Ganser 0

As cookbook author and full-time teacher, Marisa McClellan has undoubtedly mastered the art of preserving. Currently, McClellan runs her own blog, Food In Jars, and co-hosts the food podcast Local Mouthful. Her three cookbooks focus [Read More]

Arts and Entertainment

Kensington: Philadelphia Photo Arts Center Connects With The Community

March 3, 2016 Raya Abdelaal and Emily Catharine Ganser 0

Walking down Master Street in Kensington, it’s almost impossible to miss the Crane Arts building. Located in front of the building, two light brown doors lead to the Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, a space that provides the [Read More]

Kensington

Olde Kensington: Imam Aims To Build Stronger Ties Within The Community

February 11, 2016 Raya Abdelaal and Emily Catharine Ganser 0

Mohamed Shehata, an imam at Al-Aqsa Islamic Society, was born and raised in Egypt. An imam at a mosque typically leads prayer and leads the mosque. Shehata came into the Philadelphia community in 2001 after accepting the [Read More]

Business

Kensington/Northern Liberties: Five Coffee Shops Worth Visiting

January 27, 2016 Raya Abdelaal and Emily Catharine Ganser 0

Gentrification of Northern Liberties and Kensington has shifted these neighborhoods into a new direction. With many diverse people living the area, it has caused a rise in the openings of new cafes. According to a 2015 report on the [Read More]

Economy

South Philadelphia: Homeless People Are Struggling To Survive In The City

July 16, 2015 Emily Catharine Ganser 3

A man dressed in dirty, oversized clothes goes to various corners in South Philadelphia every day with a sign that reads ‘homeless and hungry.’ He nods and waves to the cars who just pass him [Read More]

Economy

South Philadelphia: Homeless Take Shelter At Bethesda Project

July 14, 2015 Emily Catharine Ganser 0

Laughter could be heard from the sidewalk outside of the homeless shelter known as My Brother’s House. A large blue-and-white-tiled mural stretches along the side of the building, along with the words, ‘Home away from [Read More]

Featured Stories

South Philadelphia: Philabundance Gives Food to Those in Need

June 12, 2015 Emily Catharine Ganser 0

A small crowd began to gather just after noon under an Interstate 95 overpass at the corner of Front and Tasker streets. People of different races and ages started to form a line. Some had [Read More]

Arts and Entertainment

South Philadelphia: Vincent Iannelli Keeps Up 105 Year-Old Family Business

June 11, 2015 Emily Catharine Ganser 0

Walking down East Passyunk Avenue, you might miss this Italian, family-owned and operated pizza shop. Iannelli’s Famous Brick Oven Bakery may be small but third generation owner, Vincent Iannelli, knows his way around the kitchen. [Read More]

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