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Neighborhood Spotlight: Old City

Known as America’s most historic square mile, Old City is bursting with modern entertainment, restaurants and nightlife, while simultaneously retaining its classic Americana feel. Founded in the early 1700s, Old City brings you back to America’s roots, rich with historical landmarks like the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and Elfreth’s Alley. Not surprisingly, the neighborhood is […]

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7th Annual Roots Picnic

Arts & Culture / By Gabi

Philadelphia’s homegrown band, The Roots, has been making waves in the hip-hop and neo-soul scenes since 1987, and they started hosting the Picnic concerts series in 2007. Every year The Roots Picnic kicks off the summer festival season, and this year is no exception. Held at the revamped Festival Pier, The Roots have brought a

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Mural Arts Program Celebrates 30 Years

Arts & Culture / By Gabi

Every year, the Mural Arts Program holds its annual Wall Ball, and this year it celebrates 30 years of ballin’. The event raises money to help with the program’s mission to cover the city in engaging public works of art that “transform public spaces, communities, and

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Wawa Welcome America Festival: Jam on the Parkway Lineup Announced

Arts & Culture / By Gabi

Prepare yourselves because this year’s Fourth of July Jam on the Parkway is going to be huge! Yesterday, Mayor Nutter announced the complete lineup for the Wawa Welcome America Festival. The celebration is held June 28th to July 4th. It kicks off with a block party at the Shops at Liberty Place on Saturday. Then

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Neighborhood Spotlight: South Street

Philadelphia / By Gabi

If you’ve never walked down South Street in Philly, it’s hard to really get a sense of what it’s like there through just a few short paragraphs, but we’ll do our best to tell you all we can about the 300 year-old section of the city. South Street began as the original southern border of

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2014 Philly Tech Week

Networking, Social Media, & PR / By Gabi

This Friday kicks off the fourth annual Philly Tech Week throughout the city of Philadelphia. As a week-long celebration of everything tech-related, #PTW2014 has a range of workshops, events and activities for the not-so technologically inclined to tech gurus. For starters, the week beings with Arcade @ The Oval on Friday night with larger-than-life game

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Neighborhood Spotlight: Graduate Hospital

1 Comment / Interviews, Philadelphia / By Gabi

When most people think of South Philadelphia, the Graduate Hospital area probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind. Normally the focus is put on South Street or the Italian Market, thriving areas shopping, restaurants, and bars. But there is so much more on the west side of Broad Street that doesn’t get enough

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Women’s History Month #WCW | Jill Scott

Arts & Culture, Non-Profits / By Gabi

R&B superstar Jill Scott shows the world just how much amazing talent can come out of Philadelphia. Raised in North Philly by her mom and grandmother, Scott stuck close to home and attended Temple University for secondary education. After landing a teaching job, she faced obstacles in the form of complaints about her non-traditional teaching

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The History of The Trocadero

1 Comment / Arts & Culture / By Gabi

For those native to area, it’s more than likely that The Trocadero Theatre on Arch Street holds some kind of memory from years gone by. The Troc, as it’s better known as, is currently an entertainment venue on the outskirts of Chinatown. This month, they hosted the world premiere of As The Palaces Burn, a

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Five Ways to Celebrate Black History Month in Philly

Out & About / By Gabi

In honor of Black History Month, Philadelphia is always filled with tours, performances and exhibits that help educate people about black history. Since 1976, February has been named Black History Month, and every year you can find tons of events going on in the city to celebrate the rich and diverse history of black culture.

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