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Gingerbread house

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Barcamp Philly, fundraising for PTSD and a gingerbread spectacular

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, November 05, 2013
Check out our list of the week's top events.
University City Science Center

A tag-team effort to foster the next generation of startups

Lee Stabert Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Philadelphia's entrepreneurial ecosystem is coming of age. Now it's just a matter of playing to the region's strengths: life science, health care, community and enthusiasm.
Frank Piasecki

The Innovators Walk of Fame highlights Philly's STEAM legacy

Flying Kite Staff Wednesday, October 23, 2013
The Science Center honors some of the region's most inspiring and influential thinkers in the areas of science, technology, engineering, art and math.
Stephen M. Goodman

Q&A: Stephen M. Goodman

Lee Stabert Wednesday, October 23, 2013
A conversation with an entrepreneurship elder-statesman -- and one of the city's greatest cheerleaders. 
Peter Cappelli at the JOIN(t) Action Forum

JOIN(t) Action Recap: Talking jobs and making connections

Lee Stabert Tuesday, October 15, 2013
This interactive event brought together employers, nonprofits and thought leaders to talk workforce development.
'World of Percussion' Bridge Session

Mixing musical flavors at Live Connections' Bridge Sessions

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, October 15, 2013
What happens when you mix brazilian drums and classical cello? With arts education continually on the chopping block, this innovative, interactive, interdisciplinary program teaches youth about the building blocks of music -- and allows them to join in on the fun.

Q&A: Wharton Professor Peter Cappelli talks jobs

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, September 24, 2013
This local thinker has made waves by addressing "Why Good People Can't Get Jobs," and laying some of the blame at the feet of rigid employers.  Next week, Cappelli will give a talk at the JOIN(t) Action Forum, a gathering of thought leaders, advocates and employers workshopping best practices for creating and filling jobs in Philadelphia.
Used Bookstore Guide

Browse Local: A guide to Philadelphia's best used bookstores

Jake Blumgart Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Philadelphia's neighborhoods are home to some wonderful used bookstores rife with hidden gems and great deals. Whether its an old theater in Port Richmond or a small storefront in West Philly, these spots are set to steal your afternoon.
Junction Box in Denver

National Skyline: Creative Placemaking is transforming neighborhoods, here and around the country

Sheena Lyonnais Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Whether its in Denver, Minneapolis or right here in West Philadelphia, the integration of arts, community and place is transforming neighborhoods.
Work from Operation Eve students

Inventing the Future: Operation Eve taps the technical and creative talents of young women

Dana Henry Tuesday, August 13, 2013
According to the National Science Foundation, female fifth-graders demonstrate the same level of interest and ability in STEM subjects as their male counterparts. By ninth grade, they fall behind. This Breadboard program looks to close that gap.
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PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Baseball in Camden, brews on Broad Street and dining in University City

Juliet Verde Tuesday, July 23, 2013
This week's top events include a young professionals gathering in Camden, a GroundSwell happy hour at the PHS Pop-Up Garden and University City Dining Days.
Breadboard

Inventing the Future: Breadboard sets up shop at the intersection of art and science

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, June 11, 2013
This innovative arm of the Science Center argues that creativity is essential to scientific discovery, while also giving artists and students access to the latest high-tech tools.
Bottle shop

Neighborhood Guide: University City

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Flying Kite has a run-down of all University City has to offer, from great parks to tech incubators to killer beer bars.
CEO Phyllis Cater

Come for the health care, stay for the community-building

Rachel Dukeman Tuesday, May 21, 2013
When the Spectrum Community Health Center opens in July, it will dramatically increase access to health care in its West Philly neighborhood.
WaBall

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Off-the-Wall Ball, 40th Street Summer Series and Hidden City's Kick-Off Party

Juliet Verde Tuesday, May 21, 2013
This week, party in support of Mural Arts, see a free concert in University City and hit up awesome art installations in underappreciated spaces.
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