Featured Stories

Spring Cleaning: Flying Kite's guide to local bike shops

Lee Stabert Tuesday, March 12, 2013

It's that time of year again -- time to get a tune-up and fall back in love with your two-wheeled friend. Here are some of our favorite spots for all things bike in Philadelphia.

Entrepreneurship, Transportation

South Philadelphia, Bella Vista / Italian Market, Fairmount / Art Museum, Fishtown, West Philadelphia

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: A variety show, girl power and tuneful ice cream

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, March 05, 2013

This week's top events include a neighborhood fundraiser, a celebration of women and the arts, and a performance by the city's top ice cream-themed over bands.

Arts and Culture, Food, On the Ground

Mt. Airy, Fishtown, Northern Liberties

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Health care for artists, live jazz and hot chili

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, February 26, 2013

This week's run-down of Flying Kite-approved events features an info session for uninsured artists, tunes (and Scrabble!) in Germantown and a cook-off at Barcade.

Arts and Culture, Food, Healthcare, On the Ground

East Falls, Germantown, Fishtown

High-end apartment project offers a glimpse into Kensington's potential

Nicole Woods Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Is Kensington ready for loft living? These guys say yes, and they're transforming an industrial relic into a magnet for young urban pioneers.

Design, Reuse / Rebuild

Northeast, Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond

A Fishtown native helps steward her neighborhood's radical revitalization

Dana Henry Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Sandy Salzman, Executive Director of the New Kensington Community Development Corporation, is a key force behind the stunning changes happening along Frankford Avenue and throughout Fishtown.

Arts and Culture, Diversity, Neighborhood Innovation, Sustainability

Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond

Development News: Postgreen preps mixed-use projects in E. Kensington

Greg Meckstroth Tuesday, December 18, 2012

The local eco-friendly builders are bringing affordable, energy-efficient retail and residential spaces to Frankford Avenue.

Design, Food

Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond

Coldfronts in Tri State Inide's new space at 2100 Dauphin

Tuned Up: Tri State Indie makes moves in the local music scene

Cara Donaldson Tuesday, November 27, 2012

The community-minded online music network opens a physical space in Fishtown.

Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship, Moving Here

Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond

FLYING PHOTO: Norman Porter Company Makes Jeans Matter

Michael Persico Tuesday, August 21, 2012

From their new studio space at the Hatchatory in Fishtown, the Norman Porter guys make denim and leather goods that measure up to its customers' specific tastes.

Design, Entrepreneurship

Fishtown

Jamie Lokoff and Tommy Joyner - Milkboy Studios, 7th st.

SOUND TRENDS: Philly Recording Studios Adapt to Artists's Needs

Elliott Sharp Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Despite shrinking budgets and a surplus of fame-seeking artists, local studios stay ahead by staying on top of talent and being opportunistic.

Arts and Culture, Design, Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Media

Center City, Ardmore, Fishtown, Northern Liberties

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Galilee Circus, Puppet Manualfesto, QFest

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Israel and Palestine on one Philly tightrope in Germantown, prurient puppets in Kensington, dancing bears all over the city.

Arts and Culture, Design, Media, Nightlife, Tourism

Center City, Germantown, Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: #wearthebeach, Pinto & Barnes, Philly Cup

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Winston & Duke unveils at North Shore Beach Club, talking modernism at the Woodmere, and skateboarders take over Pop's Playground.

Arts and Culture, Design, Nightlife, Tourism

Chestnut Hill, Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond, Northern Liberties

Sound Effect: How A Music Venue Can Lift a Neighborhood

Lee Stabert Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Neighborhoods often fight live music venues, but they might be missing out. The Boot & Saddle on South Broad is next.

Arts and Culture, Design, Media, Moving Here, Neighborhood Innovation, Nightlife, Tourism

Center City, Fishtown, Market East, Northern Liberties

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Sacred Sites, Lost Treasures, Burger Brawl

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, May 01, 2012

An architectural walking tour in Rittenhouse, gritty photos under the El, and a beefy battle to build a computer lab.

Arts and Culture, Food, Media, Moving Here, Neighborhood Innovation, Nightlife, Regionalism, Tourism

Center City, South Philadelphia, Bella Vista / Italian Market, Fishtown, Rittenhouse Square

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Flashlight Mob, Women of Fire and Blood, Low Lives

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Shine your own light on sculpture at the art museum, get mythological at Walking Fish, and get low with a worldwide network at Little Berlin.

Arts and Culture, Design, Emerging Technology, International Talent, Nightlife

Fairmount / Art Museum, Fairmount / Art Museum, Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond, Northern Liberties

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Flash Drive Exhibition, Small Stakes, Aloha Food Tours

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Find Flashfl00d's semi-secretive, downloadable exhibitions in Kensington, help cover creative costs at Shot Tower, and taste the Flower Show at Smokin' Betty's.

Arts and Culture, Design, Emerging Technology, Food, Media, Neighborhood Innovation, Nightlife, Philanthropy, Tourism

Bella Vista / Italian Market, Fishtown, Market East, Kensington/Port Richmond