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Features in FishtownU.S. Senate Hopeful John Fetterman Comes to Fishtown
John Fetterman doesn’t look like an average U.S. Senate candidate — He’s got tattoos on his arms and stands well over 6 feet. He appears intimidating while towering over most…
Ptah Gabrie | 04/04/2016 -
Features in FishtownWeekend Show Preview: Cherry @ Kung Fu Necktie this Sunday
A not to be missed and much anticipated album release show comes to Fishtown at Kung Fu Necktie, Sunday April 3rd. Philadelphia-native Russell Edler’s latest project, Cherry, is quickly gaining…
Justin Helm and Jen Painter | 04/01/2016 -
Features in FishtownThe Igloo’s Grand Opening in Fishtown Postponed
Sorry for the delay, folks. The grand opening of The Igloo, a dessert shop located in Fishtown at 1514 Frankford Avenue, has been postponed until later this month, the date…
Thomas Beck | 04/01/2016 -
Features in FairmountRestaurant Review: La Calaca Feliz Aims for Mexican Cuisine but Misses Considerably
La Calaca Feliz (2321 Fairmount Ave.) is a Mexican-American restaurant that is more American than it is Mexican. With items on their menu like a Cubano Quesadilla — with pork…
Michael Antonio Castaneda | 04/01/2016 -
A&E in Northern LibertiesSugarHouse Casino Dedicates “Poker Night in America” Poker Room
SugarHouse Casino unveiled its brand-new poker room with a dedication ceremony on March 23rd, marking it as the first Poker Night in America (PNIA) Poker Room in the nation. On…
Spirit Staff | 04/01/2016 -
A&E in Temple UniversityMovies Reviews: What’s Playing at the Pearl? 1600 N Broad Street
A new batch of reviews of films playing North Philly’s Pearl Theater — including the blockbuster Batman v. Superman flick. [caption id="attachment_7982" align="alignnone" width="900"] Pearl Theater/Max Pulcini[/caption] Batman v. Superman:…
Dan O'Neil | 04/01/2016 -
Features in FairmountMixed-Use Development Project is Coming to Fairmount
MMPartners enters Fairmount with its largest development to date. According to Curbed Philly, the AF Bornot Dye Works Factory project by MMPartners in Fairmount is close to completion after four…
Grace Shallow | 04/01/2016 -
Community in KensingtonWalk Against Hunger: Riverwards Groups Gear Up for Hunger Relief
Nearly a quarter of Philadelphia residents are at risk of food insecurity, half of whom are either children or the elderly. That sobering statistic is one that will drive several-thousand…
Jen Colletta | 03/31/2016 -
Education in BrewerytownCommunity Partnership School: Local School Proves it Takes a Village to Raise a Child
When Harry Johnson, 12, goes to school, sometimes he is the head chef. Draped in a white jacket, he crafts delicacies like sloppy joes. A wide grin spreading across his…
Cindy Stansbury | 03/31/2016 -
A&E5th Annual PFCU Art Contest for Local 3rd – 5th Grade Students
Philadelphia Federal Credit Union (PFCU) has announced that its 5th annual art competition will begin on April 1, 2016, to coincide with the first day of National Financial Literacy Month.…
Spirit Staff | 03/31/2016 -
A&E in FishtownSpring Crafts Fair: Arts and Crafts In Bloom at St. Anne’s Senior Center Spring Craft Fair
“I want to be famous one day,” Barbara Morehead, a Fishtown resident and member of St. Anne’s Senior Community Center (2607 E. Cumberland St.), said. “I love art… I really…
Grace Shallow | 03/31/2016 -
A&EArt, Music and Free Booze: April First Friday Rundown
It’s that time of the month again — First Friday is here! Now that the weather is right and spring is in bloom, here are a few events to get…
Daniel Rainville | 03/30/2016