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Arts and Entertainment

Germantown: BuildaBridge Organization Paints New future for Residents

November 13, 2014

When a visitor travels into the City of Brotherly Love for the first time, there are two things they will always remember – the larger than life art that decorates the sides of our buildings

Queen Village

Queen Village: History of Old Swedes Shapes Its Future

November 12, 2014

When William Penn was designing Philadelphia, he mapped out his ideal city by using a grid system. Modern day Philadelphia greatly differs from Franklin’s plans but his first assigned plot of land remains in existence

Economy

Old City: Philly’s First All Women’s Co-Working Space Opens

November 12, 2014

The Hive, a women’s only co-working space located in Old City, recently opened its doors for its first community event. In honor of  Boss’s Day, about two dozen dressed-for-success women gathered at 222B Race Street,

Arts and Entertainment

South Philadelphia: The Guy Behind Your Sexiest Nights Out

November 11, 2014

Last call in Philly doesn’t mean the party has to stop. The Republican, a dive bar in South Philly, doesn’t have a sign and doesn’t post their hours outside. They are open from Wednesday through Sunday

5th Street

Olde Kensington: The Circus Comes to North Philly

November 11, 2014

Residents gawked from stoops and car windows as people flew dozens of feet above their heads. Nestled on the edge of Olde Kensington, Fly School Circus Arts treats residents to their very own circus in

North Philadelphia

Olde Kensington: 170-Year-Old Church Changing with the Times

November 11, 2014

Located on the corner of North 5th Street and Girard Avenue, St. Peter the Apostle Parish was created in the mid-19th century to accommodate a changing neighborhood. Today, the parish also serves as the Shrine

Arts and Entertainment

Center City: Illstyle & Peace Productions Dances to Spread Anti-Bullying Message

November 10, 2014

Some people dance for the love of the art while others dance to stay fit. Some people dance to make a living and others dance to let off steam. However, Illstyle & Peace Productions dances

Arts and Entertainment

South Street: Words are Mightier Than the Sword for Veterans

November 10, 2014

Lamont B. Steptoe said that when he returned from Vietnam, he was ready to buy a gun. In the wake of a much-debated war, the veteran was so frustrated with his country that he said

Center City

Center City: Camouflage Inside The Union League

November 7, 2014

The Union League of Philadelphia has always had ties to the military, beginning with its inception in 1862 to support Abraham Lincoln and the Union. The elite, members-only club is continuing this tradition through its

Arts and Entertainment

Spruce Hill: Artist Applies Henna Skills to Raise Money for Charities

November 7, 2014

Spruce Hill resident Christina Madeha has been using her steady hand and passion for henna to help raise money for different charities. Since starting her business Alhuda Henna Fashions in 2009, Madeha has donated her time

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