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Arts and Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment: Carnival Themed Celebration Brings Awareness to Animal Welfare

June 9, 2014 0

In accordance with Philly Beer Week, South Philadelphia’s Devil’s Den orchestrated an adult carnival. Food specials included corn dogs, fried Oreos, funnel cake and gourmet popcorn. For entertainment, caricature and balloon artists were on hand. [continue reading…]

Fairhill

Fairhill: Maine Company Brings Carnival to Neighborhood

April 17, 2013 0

East Coast Midways will be running a midway carnival in Fairhill at Somerset and Second streets through Sunday. The Maine-based company travels up and down the East Coast between Philadelphia and Maine, giving percentages of [continue reading…]

Amateur Sports

Fairhill: A Major Need for Youth Athletics

April 25, 2012 1

With long hours at work, parents today struggle to find productive ways to occupy their children after school. Fortunately in neighborhoods like Fairhill there stands the Lighthouse. In its safe environment, the youth can improve [continue reading…]

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