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Amateur Sports

Amateur Sports: ClassPass Changing the Way Philadelphians Exercise and Stay Fit

March 18, 2015

It has been three months since innovative fitness service ClassPass launched in Philadelphia, and the program has already had an impact on changing the fitness scene in the city. CEO and co-founder Payal Kadakia said the main

Education

Logan Square: Vetri Foundation Brings Life Lessons Into The Kitchen

March 16, 2015Paul Klein

Mixers, bowls, spatulas and students dressed in aprons amongst thousands of hardbacks don’t sound like a typical way to spend an afternoon at the Free Library of Philadelphia. But to one local organization, it’s the

City Hall

Strawberry Mansion: Residents Discuss Issues They Want Next Mayor to Address

March 13, 2015

Strawberry Mansion residents shared their concerns about the upcoming 2015 mayoral primary, and the impact a new mayor might have on the community. Many residents focused on the quality of education in the area, as

City Hall

Politics: The Man Leading Philly’s Young Generation

March 12, 2015Paul Klein

Growing up in Philadelphia, Kellan White was always surrounded by politics. His father, John White, served on Philadelphia City Council, was a member of Mayor Wilson Goode’s administration and ran for mayor in the Democratic

Business

Fitler Square: The Biggest and Most Intensely Local Farmers Market

March 9, 2015Paul Klein

As the old postal adage goes, neither rain nor sleet nor snow deters the numerous Fitler Square residents who descend upon the park’s weekly farmers market. Held every Saturday, the modest outdoor market is comprised of

City Hall

Politics: Philadelphia’s Republican Party Is Determined To Make A Change

March 2, 2015Paul Klein

Outnumbered eight to one in voter registration, Republicans in Philadelphia are often overlooked in discussions of city politics. Many Republicans feel that this lack of competition is not simply a problem for the Republican party.

Center City

Rittenhouse: Q&A with Kate Kosarek, Executive Director of Friends of Rittenhouse Square

February 27, 2015Paul Klein

Kate Kosarek is the Executive Director of the Friends of Rittenhouse Square, a volunteer organization that maintains the fountains, statues and foliage of Rittenhouse Square. They also host a number of events within the square throughout

Amateur Sports

The Next Mayor: Bicyclists Seek Leader to Promote Safety, Harmony on the Roads

February 27, 2015Paul Klein

Bike commuting in Philadelphia has grown more than 200 percent over the past 25 years. And while Philadelphia continues to lead the top 10 largest cities in bike commuters, it has fallen behind other major cities in

Old City

Old City: Five Reasons Philadelphians Should Still Visit The National Constitution Center

February 19, 2015Paul Klein

One of Philadelphia’s most prized and popular tourist attractions is the National Constitution Center. Set at the end of a long stretch of grass and facing the building that is the exact birthplace of The

Mary going through handmade wooden kitchen spoons with carved faces.
Fashion

Fashion: Urban Princess Boutique Owner Helps Connect the Community Beyond Fashion

February 16, 2015Paul Klein

Mary Harvey is the owner of Urban Princess Boutique located just off of South Street. After years of working local fashion house parties, she decided to not only open her own boutique but also become

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