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Adam Wade - First Person Arts by Mindy Tucker

Story Glory: More Reasons to 'Like' Expanded First Person Festival

Amanda Feifer Tuesday, November 08, 2011

A former Best Storyteller spins a tale of how this festival has shaped an entire art form here, winning awards and inspiring others.

Arts and Culture, Diversity, Media, Nightlife

Center City, Old City / Society Hill, Market East

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: The Global Edition

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, November 01, 2011

We've got innovation celebration at Asian Arts, a specially prepared Uyghur Dinner, and a Geofest that promises to take you around the world without leaving Philly.

Arts and Culture, Diversity, Food, International Talent, Neighborhood Innovation, Nightlife

Center City, Old City / Society Hill, West Philadelphia, Rittenhouse Square, Market East

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Is it a Biz? Photo Day and Film Festival Closing Party

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Artists and social entrepreneurs get business advice, capturing a typical Philly day in photos, and one big night to close the Philadelphia Film Festival.

Arts and Culture, Media, Nightlife

Center City, University City, West Philadelphia

Philly Startup Has Prescription for Entering China Healthcare Market

Elise Vider Tuesday, October 25, 2011

The new company looks to help small- and medium-sized pharma, biotech and medical device firms enter the fastest-growing market in the world.

Entrepreneurship, International Talent, Life Sciences

Center City

The beginnings of the first Urban Earthship - Kensington

Deep Dive on Green Jobs Shows Many Shades of Opportunity

Paul Glover Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Green jobs can mean many things to many people. To our expert, they have the power to transform Philadelphia on many levels: economic, environmental and educational, to name a few.

Design, Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, High Technology, Life Sciences, Moving Here, Neighborhood Innovation, Regionalism, Sustainability

Center City, South Philadelphia, North Philadelphia, Northeast, Northwest, West Philadelphia

Celebrate Flying Kite's First Birthday on South Street

Joe Petrucci Tuesday, October 18, 2011

We love a good party and you're invited to be a part of our celebration of Flying Kite's first year of covering what's next in Greater Philadelphia.

Arts and Culture, Media, Neighborhood Innovation, Nightlife

Center City

How to Make it in Philly as a Filmmaker

Mark McNutt Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Can Philadelphia be a viable destination for movie making? Many argue it already is, and we talked to several successful filmmakers and advocates for the industry to find out why.

Arts and Culture, Emerging Technology, Media, Regionalism

Center City

Mayor Michael Nutter with David Boreanaz

QUICK TAKE: Mighty Big Night for Long-Awaited Mighty Macs

Mark McNutt Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Here's a brief behind-the-scenes look at the premiere for this locally inspired, filmed and produced movie about the 1972 Immacualta College women's basketball team.

Arts and Culture, Higher Education, Media, Nightlife

Center City

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Rooftop Dancing, Bloktoberfest, Vintage Finds

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Get jiggy at the airport (Terminals E, F), rock the block on South Street, and shop with a discerning eye on the Main Line.

Arts and Culture, Design, Food

Center City, Ardmore

Q&A: Jon Foy, Resurrect Dead: The Mystery of the Toynbee Tiles

Lee Stabert Tuesday, October 04, 2011

This uniquely Philly documentary, a Sundance winner that debuted locally last month at International House, shines a light on an enduring urban mystery. Meet the director/producer/writer.

Arts and Culture, Design, Media

Center City

How to Make It In Philly As a Sculptor

Joe Petrucci Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Turns out Philadelphia is a pretty good place to be if you're a sculptor. Here's why, including a look at the careers of those who have molded success out of the city's many inspirations.

Arts and Culture, Design, Higher Education, International Talent, Neighborhood Innovation, Philanthropy, Regionalism

Center City, Fairmount / Art Museum, Fishtown, West Philadelphia, Kensington/Port Richmond