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DNC 2016 in Art MuseumNorth Philly Mighty Writers Help Set a Guinness World Record at Art Museum Steps
Oh the things you would do if you were President. Making new laws, getting rid of old laws, making life easier for everyone — the works. Now imagine if you…
Bob Stewart and Megan Matuzak | 07/28/2016 -
DNC 2016North Philly Neighborhoods Mentioned in DNC Labor Council Meetings
About 40 percent of kids in Philly go to bed hungry, Rev. Gregory Holston, Pastor at St. Matthew United Methodist church, explained to the Democratic Delegates gathered at the PA…
Bob Stewart | 07/28/2016 -
A&E in KensingtonThe Way of Peace, The Way of Love, The Way of Non-Violence: John Lewis Pre-Releases Graphic Novel at Amalgam
On Wednesday, June 27 a large and diverse crowd gathered inside of Amalgam Comics (2578 Frankford Avenue) for a special pre-release and signing of congressman and civil rights leader John…
Jordyn Cordner | 07/28/2016 -
Features in PoplarB’ella Ballerina: Where Every Ballerina is Beautiful, Inside and Out
When I arrive early at a small studio space at 1124 Buttonwood Street, I’m greeted by owner Roneisha Smith-Davis, a lifelong dancer-turned-studio-director. She’s very busy when I enter, answering…
Jordyn Cordner | 07/28/2016 -
DNC 2016DNC 2016: Things Get Gassy With Kensington-Based Protesters on Day 3
Protests took a gassy turn on Day Three of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). While some wide-eyed protesters accosted reporters and delegates as they passed by the chain link fences…
Ptah Gabrie | 07/28/2016 -
A&E in FishtownPatriotism and Pride: Drag Bingo at Fishtown’s Quirkiest Church
Last Saturday's bingo night at the Church of the Atonement (1542 E. Montgomery Ave.) was not typical church social/bingo night. [caption id="attachment_10526" align="aligncenter" width="900"] Church of the Atonement Entrance…
Megan Matuzak | 07/27/2016 -
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 -
A&E in Cecil B. MooreJazz on the Ave: Jazz Musical Festival Celebrating Its 10th Year at Broad and Cecil B. Moore
Saturday, July 30th will be the aluminum anniversary of the “Jazz on the Ave” Musical Festival when Beech Community Services hosts the tenth annual event. Between Broad and 17th Street,…
Spencer Homan | 07/27/2016 -
Crime in KensingtonRemembering Rickie: Vigil Held For Murdered Sex Worker in Kensington
A funeral march gathered during the stagnant afternoon of July 22 at the St. Francis Inn. The procession continued to the corner of Jasper and East Cumberland Street to remember…
Shane English | 07/27/2016 -
DNC 2016DNC 2016: John Fetterman Tells Sanders Supporters to Rally Around Clinton, John Lewis Gives One Hell of a Handshake, and Other Observations From Day 2
CLICK HERE FOR DAY 1 COVERAGE OF THE DNC The delegate roll call began quietly inside the Wells Fargo Center. Far less people roamed the concourse on Day 2…
Ptah Gabrie | 07/27/2016 -
DNC 2016DNC 2016: Jerry Springer Talks Politics, Council Pres. Clarke Endorses Clinton, and Other Observations From Day 1
The 2016 Democratic National Convention has officially begun, and Philadelphia is now the center of the political universe for the next week. The convention begins on the heels of DNC…
Ptah Gabrie | 07/27/2016 -
DNC 2016 in KensingtonA Reality Tour: Jill Stein, Green Party Presidential Nominee, Tours the Streets of Kensington
Dr. Jill Stein, presidential candidate for the Green Party, visited one of Kensington’s more infamous corners on Sunday, July 24. Stein spoke with activists and community members under the Somerset…
Shane English, Andrew Mark Corkery and Natalie Piserchio | 07/25/2016