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Community in Strawberry MansionLest We Forget: Historic Strawberry Mansion Hosts Black History Month Exhibit
Once, while searching for artifacts with a group interested in Civil War history, someone threw J. Justin Ragsdale a metal object. “Hey J, I know you’re interested in these horse…
Grace Shallow | 03/01/2017 -
Community in Strawberry MansionTour Ambassador and Stewardship Training Project Completed in Strawberry Mansion
Philadelphia’s status as a historic city is hardly rivaled throughout the country, and sites and stories from its past can be found throughout its borders. But most tourist draws…
Mark Brakeman | 01/06/2017 -
Education in Strawberry MansionBeneficial Bank Bestows Grant on Strawberry Mansion Learning Center
On Thursday, November 10th, representatives from Beneficial Bank presented a check for $25,000 to Kevin Upshur, the chairman, founder and director of the Strawberry Mansion Learning Center (SMLC). The…
Thomas Beck | 11/16/2016 -
Features in Strawberry MansionRemembering the Coltrane Legacy in Philadelphia
John William Coltrane, one of the most innovative jazz artists in history, was born September 23, 1926. While most jazz lovers know that Coltrane started his professional career in…
Marilyn Kai Jewett | 09/21/2016 -
Community in Strawberry MansionSights and Sounds From Strawberry Mansion Day 2016
Words and Photos by Kaitlyn Moore Starting at 9AM on Saturday, September 10th, community members gathered to celebrate a day full of festivities at Strawberry Mansion Day 2016. …
Kaitlyn Moore | 09/14/2016 -
Features in Strawberry MansionTrampled Under Hoof: Fletcher Street Urban Riders Seek to Ride Again in Strawberry Mansion
Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club is only a few permits away from reestablishing itself as a place for the children of Strawberry Mansion to learn to ride and care…
Shane English | 07/27/2016 -
Features in Strawberry MansionStrawberry Green: City Driving Range Stands Out, Creates Community in North Philadelphia Neighborhoods
For some, the word “golf” may conjure images of khaki-clad, middle-aged men; sprawling, suburban courses; and country-club conversation. But the imagery is much different at Strawberry Green Driving Range. Located…
Jen Colletta | 07/06/2016 -
Features in Strawberry MansionStrawberry Mansion Tennis Association “Serving Up” Sports in North Philly
On a recent Sunday morning at a few minutes before 9AM, the sky is clear and the air is comfortable, but a bit too warm to be called cool.…
Mark Brakeman | 06/22/2016 -
Features in Strawberry MansionMovin’ On Up: Eastern Lofts Ribbon Cutting Signals New Development in North Philly
[caption id="attachment_9756" align="aligncenter" width="900"] /All Photos by Patrick Clark[/caption] In Strawberry Mansion, where affordable housing with onsite childcare and retail space is rare, Mosaic Development Partners has unveiled Eastern Lofts,…
Ruthann Alexander | 06/15/2016 -
A&E in Strawberry MansionA&E: The Dell Music Center’s Summer Schedule
The Dell Music Center’s Essence of Entertainment Concert Season will commence on Thursday, July 7 with platinum-selling R&B singers Jaheim, Monica and Lyfe Jennings. Below are several other artists scheduled…
Thomas Beck | 06/13/2016 -
Education in Strawberry MansionAnd Still I Rise: ASIR Philly Provides Space and Goals For Neighborhood Kids to Succeed
Kareem, 13, introduces himself with a bright, toothy smile and firm, practiced handshake. He’s all smiles and youthful energy as he bounces from desk to desk, stopping once to help…
Shane English | 06/08/2016 -
Community in Strawberry MansionFREE LIBRARY FOCUS: Widener Branch In Strawberry Mansion Has Kids Living For the Library
Draped in a grey suit jacket, 15-year-old Musa Andrews stood in front of a room attempting to compete with the roar of children who had filed into rows of plastic…
Cindy Stansbury | 05/19/2016