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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

Center City

Education: Offering Guidance and a Helping Hand to Homeless Students

November 7, 2014

During high school, Alfred Quarles (above) dreamed of becoming a chef and serving those living a luxurious lifestyle. Now he does the opposite, serving children in the School District of Philadelphia who lack the most basic necessities,

Education

Walnut Hill: Community Organization Creates a Green Space for Students

November 6, 2014

While the School District of Philadelphia’s budget cuts have caused many schools to close, the problems brought unity to one West Philadelphia neighborhood. When Alexander Wilson Elementary School closed last school year, most students were sent to

Arts and Entertainment

Waterfront: Conrad Benner Explores Philly to Expose Art in Unexpected Spaces

November 6, 2014

Arms outstretched, Conrad Benner leaned out over the silver railing that separated the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk from the water below. Adjusting the frame of his camera to fit the distant Philadelphia skyline, the 29-year-old held,

Arts and Entertainment

Waterfront: For Artisans, Manayunk’s Venice Island Delivers In Debut

November 6, 2014

Years of planning and hard work went into the creation of the newly opened Venice Island Performing Arts and Recreation Center in Manayunk. An outdoor craft market of about 60 start-ups, home businesses and other do-it-yourself ventures, Philly

Fashion

East Passyunk: Selling Knick Knacks Made in Philadelphia

November 5, 2014

A T-shirt that reads, “single with cats,” is one of the first things a customer see when they walk into Knack Philadelphia. That and a tote bag that states, “cats are my bag.” “I have

Technology

Technology: Code For Philly is Not Just for Coders

November 5, 2014

Under their parent company, Code for America, the Philly subgroup Code for Philly is a conglomerate of coders, organizers and developers that work within the Philadelphia area to help with personal and government projects. Founded in January of 2011,

Arts and Entertainment

South Street: Meet Isaiah Zagar, the Mosaic Man

November 4, 2014

Anyone who knows Philadelphia artist Isaiah Zagar will tell you that he is a storyteller at heart. His stories are told through the jagged and shimmering pieces of tile, glass and what some would consider

Arts and Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment: Get Lucid Fuses Art With Activism

November 3, 2014

There is a party going on in Philadelphia that is unlike any other. Get Lucid, the self-proclaimed activist dance party, is a unique blend of musicians, writers, visual artists and performers that gather together in

Arts and Entertainment

Fishtown: Liberty Vintage Owner in Full Throttle

November 3, 2014

On the corner of Sepviva and Fletcher lies a shop that is a fitting emblem in modern day Fishtown. Liberty Vintage is more than just a garage and sanctuary for antique motorcycles and cars, it

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