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Historic in scale

Statewide Spotlight: Making transit a joy to navigate for tourists, newcomers and residents alike

Caroline Gerdes Tuesday, March 03, 2015
Across Pennsylvania, finding your way using public transit is about to get easier. In part three of our transportation series, we guide you to the best resources for getting around, whether you're in Philly, Pittsburgh or somewhere in between.
Annual Sapsucker Festival

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: LadyHacks, a youth art showcase and communing with nature

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, March 03, 2015
Check out our picks for the week's top events.
Wash Cycle Laundry on the move

18 Pennsylvania Companies to Watch in 2015

Lee Stabert Tuesday, February 03, 2015
As we look forward to a new year, Flying Kite highlights a group of game-changing Commonwealth companies. Whether they're brewing beer, saving lives, making life more convenient or helping kids learn better, these startups are poised for a big 2015. 
Love Statue

Eight small things that will have a big impact on Philadelphia in 2015

Lee Stabert Tuesday, December 16, 2014
Check out our list of projects, initiatives and infrastructure upgrades that will boost the City of Brotherly Love in the new year.
Nic Esposito reads from his new book

Nic Esposito wanted to publish a book, so he built a publishing company

Lou Mancinelli Tuesday, December 02, 2014
The Head & the Hand Press gives a voice to local writers, especially those outside the literary establishment. But that's only part of their mission -- they are also building community at their shared space on Fishtown's Frankford Avenue.
The Culinary Literacy Center at the Free Library

Building the library of the future here in Philadelphia

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, November 18, 2014
From innovative cooking classes to job training to community gathering spaces, the Free Library and its many branches are evolving to meet 21st Century needs. Now, thanks to a huge influx of funds, that process is more ambitious than ever.
TAP620

Thirteen ideas for your city from the inaugural Urban Innovation Exchange

Walter Wasacz Tuesday, October 07, 2014
From September 24 through 26, a group of innovators working on small scale, place-based projects around the country convened in Detroit to talk about what works in their cities.
Roosevelt Park

Can small ideas add up to big change for cities? 13 projects that prove they can (VIDEO)

Claire Nelson & John Notarianni Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Urban revitalization is not built on stadiums and skyscrapers alone. Vibrant cities begin with passionate people working on the ground, doing the creative heavy lifting to make their communities better. Leading up to Urban Innovation Exchange, September 24-26 in Detroit, we take a look at 13 small projects with big potential.
DesignPhiladelphia

Get pumped for DesignPhiladelphia 2014

Lee Stabert Tuesday, September 16, 2014
The recently released schedule only confirms what we already know: This festival is one of Philadelphia's most exciting institutions.
Tela's Market

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Restaurant Week, Home Grown Music Festival and an urban scavenger hunt

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, September 09, 2014
Check out our picks for the week's top events.
Pizza-themed bike racks outside Kermit's Bake Shop in Philadelphia

Report: Philadelphia remains top U.S. big city for bicycle commuting

Lee Stabert Tuesday, August 26, 2014
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia has released its latest report on the local state of two-wheeled nation. 
Blakslee Frederick Masters and her husband Raleigh

Cultivating the next generation on the family farm

Karren Johnson Tuesday, August 26, 2014
A new crop of Pennsylvania farmers are blending fresh ideas, entrepreneurial vision and strong agricultural traditions to reap success back on the homestead. Can they lead one of the state's most essential industries into the future?
Wetland's floating garden

FringeArts Preview: An eco-friendly art installation floats creative ideas

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, August 26, 2014
WetLand, an inventive experiment in off-the-grid, on-the-water living, showcases a daring side of FringeArts. The festival runs September 5-21, but the houseboat/art installation is open now.
Far From Home Food Truck

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: GreenFest, Food Truck Festivus and $5 Comedy Week

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Check out our list of the week's top events.
UIX

UIX invites urban innovators from across the country to exchange ideas in Detroit

Matthew Lewis & Claire Nelson Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Cities are reinventing themselves in exciting new ways. Can small-scale projects have big impact? Join the Urban Innovation Exchange this September 24-26 in Detroit to explore creative projects driving neighborhood transformation.
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