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A&ECHECK IT OUT: Self-Guided Tour of Local Art Galleries This Weekend
Have you ever wished you could look into an artist’s studio and see where that person turns visions into reality? The Center for Emerging Visual Artists (CFEVA) is putting…
Ptah Gabrie | 10/19/2016 -
Features in KensingtonFighting the Good Fight of Faith at Kensington’s Rock Ministries
While Rock Ministries’ boxing gym might seem like it would stand out on the 2700 block of Kensington Avenue, but surprisingly, it blends in. In fact, I wouldn’t have…
Rachel Wisniewski | 10/19/2016 -
A&E in KensingtonNude Night Philly Bared All For the Sake of Art (And a Great Cause)
Lots of folks in the neighborhood may know Victor Perez, the man behind Sk8 Lamps who’s often found hanging around the El Bar. But what some people may not…
Max Pulcini and Matthew Albasi | 10/19/2016 -
Community in Cecil B. MooreFall Classic Basketball Game Tips Off Juvenile Justice Week
The bleachers at the MLK Recreation Center at 21st and Cecil B. Moore Avenue were packed as community members came out to see the 3rd annual Fall Classic All…
Kyle Noone | 10/19/2016 -
Community in FishtownNature Heroes: Fishtown Mom Starts “A Wildlife Discovery Garden” in Her Front Yard
Philadelphians are privy to many sights and sounds of big city America. If you leave the windows open on a cool fall night in the Riverwards, you may catch…
Ptah Gabrie | 10/19/2016 -
FeaturesPenn’s Garden Development News (October 19, 2016)
Francisville Developers purchased the New Macedonia Baptist Church at 875 Corinthian Avenue in Francisville for $775,000 in May. It is uncertain what will become of the property. Around the…
Thomas Beck | 10/19/2016 -
Education in North CentralSt. Malachy Catholic School Opens New Location
On Monday, October 17th, Independence Mission Schools (IMS), a Philadelphia-based nonprofit that provides transformative Catholic education to low-income students of all faiths, celebrated the official grand opening of the…
Spirit Staff | 10/19/2016 -
A&E in FishtownKaraoke Memories: A Week of Karaoke in Fishtown
It’s 8:30PM in the neighborhood on a quiet Sunday night. While many common folk start settling down for a new week, others are just now warming up their vocal chords.…
Natalie Piserchio | 10/13/2016 -
Family in FishtownMEN CAN: Lutheran Settlement House Hold Rally Against Domestic Violence
On Wednesday, October 5th, in Center City’s Board Game Art Park at 15th Street and John F. Kennedy Boulevard, public officials gathered in collaboration with performers and staff for…
Jordyn Cordner | 10/13/2016 -
Features in KensingtonMeet UFC Champion and Kensington-Native Eddie Alvarez
Last week, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced that Lightweight Champion and Kensington-native Eddie Alvarez (28-4) will defend his belt at UFC 205 against Irish megastar “Notorious” Conor McGregor…
Tim McCloskey | 10/13/2016 -
A&E in FishtownYou Say You Want a ‘Revolution’? First Impressions of the Neighborhood’s New Bowling Alley (And More!)
On September 28th, Spirit News was invited to Revolutions bowling alley for their VIP party and ribbon cutting ceremony. Revolutions is the latest addition to the Fillmore Philadelphia complex…
Ptah Gabrie | 10/12/2016 -
Features in FishtownSpotluck: New App Helps Users Find Discounts at Local Eateries
There is a popular new app that can save you money at restaurants near you. Spotluck, a fun and simple app, focuses on providing discounts to its users from…
Michael Antonio Castaneda | 10/12/2016