By Roman Blazic
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Photos in Fishtown
PHOTOS: 8th Annual Fishtown Softball Classic
Fishtowners gathered at Hetzell Playground to play in the Fistown Softball Classic AKA The Old Timer’s game. Fishtown ball players of yesteryear gathered on the diamond to rekindle the competitive…
Roman Blazic | 06/15/2017 -
Community in Fishtown
PHOTOS: Palmer Cemetery Flag Retirement Ceremony
Last weekend, American Legion Elm Tree Post #88 retired American flags at Palmer Cemetery. The Sergeant-at-Arms leads the Honor Guard, which also includes the Jr. Vice Commander and the Sr.…
Roman Blazic | 06/15/2017 -
A&E
WEEKEND PHOTOS: Atonement Church and By My Side Community Block Party & NoLibs Music Festival
All photos by Roman Blazic It was a fun-filled weekend in the Riverwards as the beautiful weather made for some family-friednly events in the neighborhoods. Atonement Church and By My…
Roman Blazic | 06/07/2017 -
Community in Fishtown
Elm Tree Post #88 Continues Memorial Day Tradition
For the 98th consecutive year, the Elm Tree Post #88 held Memorial Day services at Palmer Cemetery. Following 8AM mass at Holy Name Church, the annual ceremony began…
Roman Blazic | 05/31/2017 -
Community
DERBY PHOTOS: Wacky Pics from the Wildest Street Festival of the Year
This past Saturday, thousands of people from Kensington, Fishtown, Port Richmond and the surrounding neighborhoods gathered to watch the 2017 Philadelphia Federal Credit Union Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby &…
Roman Blazic | 05/24/2017 -
Community in Fishtown
Fishtown Fishing Derby
The Friends of Penn Treaty Park hosted the Fishtown Fishing Derby last Saturday. Jason Gianmarco claimed First Prize with a 24” Catfish. [caption id="attachment_14702" align="aligncenter" width="900"] Jason Gianmarco…
Roman Blazic | 03/30/2017 -
Community in Fishtown
Penn Treaty Celebrates Its 334th Anniversary
On Saturday, November 19th, the Friends of Penn Treaty Park celebrated the 334th anniversary of the of the signing of the unbroken peace treaty. A small group gathered around…
Roman Blazic | 12/02/2016 -
Community in Fishtown
PHOTOS: Fishtown’s Annual FestivAle Returned to Frankford Avenue
On Saturday, June 11 local residents gather along Frankford Avenue for the 5th Annual Fishtown FestivAle. The street festival celebrating beer, food and the neighborhood occurs each year during Philly…
Roman Blazic and Michael Klusek | 06/15/2016 -
Community in Fishtown
PHOTOS: Friends of Penn Treaty Park Host Annual Easter Egg Hunt
On Saturday, March 19, The Friends of Penn Treaty hosted their annual Easter Egg Hunt. Sponsored by Johnny’s Hots and the Penn Treaty SSD, the event was free to all…
Roman Blazic | 03/23/2016 -
Community in Fishtown
Here’s Some Photos from last Saturday’s Halloween Hoe Down at Penn Treaty Park
Here are some photos from last Saturday's third annual Halloween Hoedown at Penn Treaty Park.
Roman Blazic | 10/28/2015 -
Family in Fishtown
PHOTOS: The Sensational Soul Cruisers Live at Penn Treaty
Friends and neighbors had a chance to enjoy each others company and the music of the Sensational Soul Cruisers. The event was hosted by the Friends of Penn Treaty Park…
Roman Blazic | 06/24/2015 -
Community in Fishtown
Christmas in the Riverwards
The holiday season is in full effect in the neighborhoods with plenty of cheer all across the community. On Wed., December 10, Santa Claus will join Rizzo PAL Adopt-a-Center Partners,…
Roman Blazic | 12/17/2014