Politics can be a fickle field, especially at the local district level. Sometimes, the person with the most money wins. Sometimes, the person with the best plan wins. What all politicians need, however, is an [continue reading…]
The meetinghouse that makes up the center of the first permanent settlement of Mennonites in America has opened its doors to the public once again. The Germantown Mennonite Historic Trust, located at 6133 Germantown Ave., is [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/20337142] Just weeks ago, Amos Shattock was homeless. Now, he has a brand new apartment in Germantown. Shattock is a resident at the new permanent assistance living shelter My Place Germantown located on East Price [continue reading…]
Masjid Muhammad is 50,000 square feet of community. It’s physical space, located on 414 E. Penn St., provides much more to the neighborhood than just a place for worship. In addition to offering patrons a place [continue reading…]
Clouds of thick, scented smoke emanated from the grill outside of Jamaican D’s as jerk chicken cooked along the sidewalk. The small eatery is nestled between the shops along Chelten Avenue by Wister Street. Owner [continue reading…]
Like the better-known Fairmount Park, the Awbury Arboretum in Germantown has long been a natural sanctuary from the built environment of Philadelphia, but few urbanites know of the well-kept history of this community within a [continue reading…]
The name Palmieri means something to denim enthusiasts in Philadelphia. The embroidery-stitched jeans are a signature mark of custom tailor, Joseph Palmieri whose “wear the difference” motto is making more than just a fashion statement. [continue reading…]
Boxing and cutting hair don’t have much in common. The main difference between the two is that one of them pays the rent. Owner of the International Barber Federation, Roc Marshall, has a passion for [continue reading…]
Speaking with someone who is passionate about something is a great experience. Take Paul M. Jones, who directs the food program at Victory Community Baptist Church of Germantown, as a prime example of that. He [continue reading…]
While Vernon Park is less verdant and bustling in the middle of winter, many Germantown seniors can be found playing pool, cards or even the Nintendo Wii inside a century old library building nearby. Center [continue reading…]
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