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GlobalPhilly will celebrate the city's international flavor

Keystone Edge Staff Tuesday, July 16, 2013

The first-of-its-kind event is set for Sept. 15 through Nov. 1.

Back to School: Mastering the art of coffee at Temple University

Lee Stabert Tuesday, June 25, 2013

A couple of Tyler grads are using a spruced-up truck to bring stellar brew to the Temple campus, and creating an innovative community art practice in the process.

Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship, Food, Higher Education

North Philadelphia, Fishtown

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Local films, doggy treats and all-you-can-eat ice cream

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Check out the latest local summer fun, including an outdoor film series, brunch with your pooch and ice cold treats on the waterfront.

Arts and Culture, Food, Nightlife

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Local music, local food and local jobs

Juliet Verde Tuesday, June 18, 2013

It's another exciting week in Philly with Make Music Day, the latest Philly Stake dinner and a job fair for recent grads sponsored by Campus Philly.

Arts and Culture, Higher Education, Moving Here, Nightlife

On the Ground: Stroll, sip and support Camden's creative community

Lee Stabert Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Camden's growing arts scene is on full display every Third Thursday -- come check out Flying Kite's latest art exhibition.

Arts and Culture, Food, On the Ground

From the Publisher: Why do creative businesses choose Philadelphia?

Michelle Freeman Tuesday, June 18, 2013

A recent panel discussion asked successful entrepreneurs to examine their reasons for locating locally. Their insights could help Philadelphia attract the next big company.

Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship, Moving Here

Bella Vista / Italian Market

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.

Arts and Culture, Design, Emerging Technology, Inventing the Future

University City, West Philadelphia

On the Ground: Will Cirque du Soleil's impact extend beyond the waterfront?

Tara Nurin Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Thanks to tax breaks and plum views, Camden draws high-attendance, big-name events. Unfortunately, those dollars rarely trickle into the city proper. Will Cirque du Soleil be any different? The answer may be yes.

Arts and Culture, Nightlife, On the Ground, Regionalism

InLiquid Artist Interview: John Y. Wind

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, June 11, 2013

The local artist talks about the process behind his provocative collage installations; his first solo show runs through June 26 at the James Oliver Gallery.

Arts and Culture

Rittenhouse Square, Queen Village / Pennsport

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Talking creativity, buying crafts and exploring Camden

Juliet Verde Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Lots of great events are on the docket, including a forum on development and creative businesses, a huge artisanal market at The Porch and Camden's upcoming Third Thursday.

Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship, On the Ground

Center City

On the Ground Update: iMPeRFeCT Gallery needs your help

Lee Stabert Tuesday, June 11, 2013

This fledgling neighborhood institution is raising money to keep their doors open. Make a donation to support the arts and Germantown's growing creative community.

Arts and Culture, Moving Here, On the Ground, Philanthropy

Germantown

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Affordable art, NoLibs fest and Cirque in Camden

Juliet Verde Tuesday, June 04, 2013

This week is full of awesome events, including InLiquid's Art for the Cash Poor, a flea market and music fest at Liberty Lands Park, and TOTEM on the Jersey waterfront.

Arts and Culture, Nightlife

Northern Liberties

On the Ground: Rutgers-Camden cultivates community art

Bonnie MacAllister Tuesday, June 04, 2013

The local university's Center for the Arts is bringing creativity and environmental consciousness to Camden's schools and public spaces.

Arts and Culture, Higher Education, On the Ground

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.

Arts and Culture, Nightlife, Philanthropy, Tourism

University City, West Philadelphia

Exploring Philadelphia's exquisite underbelly at the Hidden City Festival

Lee Stabert Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Get ready for Philadelphia's coolest event. Starting May 23, the second Hidden City Festival will activate nine historic spaces throughout the city, transforming vacant and underappreciated treasures into interactive art.

Arts and Culture, Nightlife, On the Ground, Reuse / Rebuild, Tourism

Washington Square West, Center City, South Philadelphia, Fairmount / Art Museum, Northeast, Germantown, Old City / Society Hill, West Philadelphia, Queen Village / Pennsport