https://vimeo.com/49519327] “We’re sort of a gateway between the outside and the community, and it’s a way for the community to know what’s happening outside, connecting to North Philadelphia,” said Rafael Damast, the arts program manager [continue reading…]
[vimeo 49704263] For 12 years, the Trolley Car Diner has served its customers under a name that pays homage to a specific and traditional mode of public transportation. Now, it’s one of the few locations in the city [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/49717928] Metal work for abstract sculptor, Eugene Perry, did not start as a form of art. Originally working for International Towers building cell phone tower equipment, Perry found little time and no monetary value in [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/49861710] Andrew Simonet found himself wondering who lives in the houses of Philadelphia and what stories are beyond those walls. “To be surrounded by so many people and to know so few of them is [continue reading…]
[vimeo 49647120] When Corey Trower walks into work at The Little Treehouse, he isn’t just there to make money. The gymnastics instructor is there to influence the lives of local families. Trower tells a success story with [continue reading…]
Over 40,000 people in Philadelphia suffer with several different forms of cancer according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. One organization that offers extensive emotional and educational support to people affected by cancer is the [continue reading…]
[vimeo 49578554] In Fairhill, Latino culture and business converge on North Fifth Street and Lehigh Avenue to form what has become affectionately known as “El Bloque de Oro,” or the “Golden Block.” Here, Latino-owned small businesses run up [continue reading…]
Since last September, the Somerset Neighbors for Better Living has tackled the topic of what to do with vacant lots during its monthly meetings. This civic association in Kensington is now ready to roll of [continue reading…]
“I like to see nice things and simple things. I don’t want to wade through trash and filth,” said Allison Weiss, organizer of the Wayne Avenue Merchant Association. Although the Wayne Avenue Merchant Association meets [continue reading…]
With great concentration and precise aim, Zakee Jordan pounded away at the arrow keys on the keypad of the Dell laptop in front of him before throwing his arms above his head. “This game is [continue reading…]
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