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Local Music: Marley McNamara Builds Community Behind The Scenes

February 27, 2018 Donahue Katelyn

Marley McNamara turned her passion for music into a career. McNamara became involved with the Philadelphia music scene through a job tending bar at World Cafe Live. From there, McNamara began booking small shows at

Arts and Entertainment

Fishtown: Joe Primavera Building Community One Music Lesson At A Time

October 30, 2017 Mark Ramos

After graduating from Temple University in 2008 with a degree in music, Joe Primavera taught private guitar and piano lessons throughout Philadelphia and parts of New Jersey. Shortly thereafter, he founded Philly Music Lessons, working out of

Arts and Entertainment

Point Breeze: The Pharmacy Serves Up Fresh Coffee And Indie Music

September 1, 2017 Jonathan Ginsburg

While walking through Point Breeze, it isn’t difficult to spot The Pharmacy, a coffeehouse on the corner of 18th and Wharton streets. On its outside wall, a large orange head spouting the number “1300” can

Amateur Sports

Mayfair: This Week In The News — An Eclipse Party, Singing Summer Camp Concert And A Community Facing Challenges

August 25, 2017 Bob Stewart

In case you missed it, we found a few places where people are talking about things happening in Mayfair: Mapping Progress in 55 Philadelphia Neighborhoods–  Next City released a report listing Mayfair among a half dozen

Arts and Entertainment

Point Breeze: Back To School BBQ, Screen Printing Workshop And More This Week

August 21, 2017 Jonathan Ginsburg

Looking to find out what’s going on in Point Breeze this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood.  DIY Screen Printing Workshop– Monday, Aug. 21, 7-9 p.m., DiSilvestro Playground (1701

Arts and Entertainment

Mayfair: Eclipse Viewing, Comedy, Concerts And Christmas In August Happening This Week

August 21, 2017 Bob Stewart

The 2017 Eclipse Watch and Pinhole Viewer Craft– Monday, Aug. 21, noon. The Mayfair Arts Initiative and Mayfair CDC will co-host a crafting event for folks to construct their own “viewer” for the eclipse. Especially helpful for

Arts and Entertainment

Point Breeze: Water Ice Party, Praise In The Park And More This Week

August 14, 2017 Jonathan Ginsburg

Looking to find out what’s going on in Point Breeze this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood.  PSA (Police Service Area) 2 Meeting: Tuesday, Aug. 15, 6-7:30 p.m., 1700

Arts and Entertainment

Mayfair: Bugs, Concerts, Donuts And Free Movies This Week

August 14, 2017 Bob Stewart

Looking to find out what’s going on in Mayfair this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood. Senior Night: Monday, Aug. 14, 5-7 p.m., Philadelphia Insectarium & Butterfly Pavilion (8046 Frankford

Arts and Entertainment

Mayfair: Southern Rock, Health Screening, DC VS Marvel Quizzo And More Happening This Week

August 7, 2017 Bob Stewart

Looking to find out what’s going on in Mayfair this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood. Breast Cancer Screening: Monday, Aug. 7, 9 a.m., Rep. John Taylor‘s office (4117 Longshore

Education

Point Breeze: Soul School Festival, Summer Of Freedom And More This Week

August 7, 2017 Jonathan Ginsburg

Looking to find out what’s going on in Point Breeze this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood.  Hypnobabies Summer II Class: Monday, Aug. 7, 6:15-9:15 p.m. – Lilypad (1234

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