Arts and Entertainment
Fashion: How Dylan Kepp Brings their Drag Persona “Iris Spectre” To Life
The drag performer creates all of their own designs, in addition to designing for others. [continue reading…]
Topics
Economy
Small Non-profit “Centro” Struggles with Delayed Funding and Lack of Resources
Coming from Puerto Rico, Centro’s Executive Director, Maribel Lozada Arzuaga, came to Philadelphia when she was 18 years old. She first joined Centro as a dance instructor of traditional Puerto Rican dances in 2009. Later, [continue reading…]
Callowhill
From Power Suits to Gender-Affirming Wear: How The Wardrobe is Revolutionizing Clothing Access for All Communities in Philadelphia
The Wardrobe is stitching together a better future by tackling clothing insecurity, offering everything from business suits to binders for those who need it most. [continue reading…]
Fishtown
Anchoring Community: How East Kensington’s Local Eateries Foster Belonging Amid Gentrification
In Philadelphia’s East Kensington, restaurants aren’t just places to grab a meal—they’re the heart of the community, bridging the gap between old and new residents and holding onto the threads of a neighborhood identity that’s [continue reading…]
Education
Education: One Philadelphia School Administrator Believes the Problem with After-School Funding is Who Controls the Funding
An administrator in Philadelphia discusses the flaws in the Philadelphia School Districts funding allocation system. They claim to understand their students better than third-party after-school programs, so the funding for after-school programs should be given to administrators. [continue reading…]
Bridesburg
Public Parks; The Key to Giving Big Cities Life
Philadelphia is an extremely diverse city. It’s filled with many Philly natives, as well asmany people who move here for school or work, and many travelers as well. Being filled with alarge diverse population of [continue reading…]
Education
Special education for Latine children changes between different neighborhoods
As Latine children fall behind in school, the quality for special education services changes between different areas. [continue reading…]
Education
North Central: Nariah Anne Jewett Speaks About the Defunding of Methodist Services at Dunbar Elementary School
According to former Methodist Services employee Nariah Anne Jewett Johnson, the defunding of The Methodist Services after-school program at Dunbar Elementary affects students’ access to essential school supplies and hygiene products. [continue reading…]
Arts and Entertainment
Keeping the Arts Alive in Philadelphia Youth
Philadelphia has a long-standing history as a juggernaut of arts and entertainment. Its neighboring status to the national epicenter of the arts, New York City, has always attracted talents of all trades to the city. [continue reading…]
Immigration
Culture: The Role of Saint Augustine Church in Preserving Filipino Traditions in Philadelphia
For many Filipino Americans in Philadelphia, faith is more than worship—it’s a cultural anchor. At the heart of this connection is Saint Augustine Roman Catholic Church, a historic landmark in Old City. With the establishment of a Santo Niño shrine and Filipino Masses, the church has become a vibrant hub for preserving Filipino traditions, offering a spiritual home for the community while celebrating their rich cultural heritage through music, dance, and shared rituals. [continue reading…]