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Beyond fireworks: Something to do every day in July purpose

Jul. 2, 2021 12:33 pm

Beyond fireworks: Something to do every day in July

From block parties to learning to fish, open funding application periods to quirky meet-ups, the month is full of opportunities to get doing — IRL as well as virtually. (And we've got a timeline to help you keep it all straight.)
How a hyperlocal arts festival in South Philly hopes to mend a neighborhood method

Mar. 1, 2016 10:38 am

How a hyperlocal arts festival in South Philly hopes to mend a neighborhood

The Hello Arts Festival is a year in the making.
How Night Market Came to Lancaster Avenue people

Aug. 13, 2014 12:01 pm

How Night Market Came to Lancaster Avenue

[metaslider id=30430] The revitalization of Lancaster Avenue in West Philadelphia, which cuts through distressed neighborhoods like Mantua, Saunders Park and Belmont, has taken place gradually. The growth of University City has brought student activity and new construction to the southern end of the avenue. Meanwhile, tireless community development corporations such as the People’s Emergency Center have […]