Working for a community center in Mantua is a long way from the pro-football career Zamir Cobb once had. However, in many ways, Cobb’s current career is very close to the care he provided as [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/24794312] Imagine a place surrounded by stark urban blight where you hear the bright sounds of music, laughter of children and see engaging artwork, such as shiny mosaics and colorful murals, on all the walls around [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/24823567] Founded in 1933 by Joseph Jankowski, the Polish American String Band has been entertaining audiences, both young and old, for decades with its traditional, powerful polka sound. Headquartered on the corner of East [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/24727081] In Hunting Park, the Ayuda Community Center is a short walk or ride from any resident’s home. Directly across from The Hunting Park Christian Academy, at 4400 N. Marshall St., residents can go and [continue reading…]
In the heart of South Philadelphia lies a small yet dedicated neighborhood organization. The Newbold Civic Association, formed in 2006, was created to serve as a forum for residents to share their concerns and interests [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/24782193] Assistant vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is a far cry from running a small business focused on organic tea. Howard James, the owner and operator of Tea Country, saw an [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/24806489] Located in the heart of Francisville, the Church of the Living God has established itself as a staple of the community. Throughout the years, the church has always provided a place for locals to [continue reading…]
Along the historic Frankford Avenue sits a furniture store that directly deals with pieces that are both historic and contemporary. Although many faces are new to Fishtown, Michael Tonuci and his son Steven have been [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/24805948] The Hammer of Glory, or what many Northeast natives refer to as the “HOG,” left Northeast Philly’s own Hop Angel Brauhaus early Friday morning to kick off Philly Beer Week 2011. Philly Beer Week is [continue reading…]
Earnest Young has always loved fashion. From the time he was a little boy, he took extra care when selecting what to wear. “From when I was 10 years old, back in junior high school [continue reading…]
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