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December 16

ON THE GROUND: Score last-minute gifts from over 25 local vendors

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, December 11, 2012
On December 16, we're teaming up with Philly Swap for this awesome holiday event. Join us at St. Mark's Church in Frankford!
Thomas Green

CAMPUS PHILLY: Meet Temple's Homecoming King

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Palmetto state-native Thomas Green, Temple University's latest Homecoming King, is committed to engaging area youth through theater and the arts.
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ON THE GROUND: Channeling artistic impulses in Frankford

Bonnie MacAllister Tuesday, December 04, 2012
The young men behind Store on Frankford Avenue look to engage and educate local youth through street art.
South Philly map from EyesHabit

FROM THE EDITOR: The Gift of Giving

Lee Stabert Tuesday, December 04, 2012
A Flying Kite-tastic gift guide with an emphasis on things local, edible and engaging.
Beautification in action - work by Haas&Hahn

Color Watch: Germantown Avenue's transformational new mural

Bonnie MacAllister Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Mural Arts and Dutch artists Haas&Hahn create a bright spot on an underserved avenue.
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.
American Red Cross

ON THE GROUND: Frankford's stained glass masters

Bonnie MacAllister Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Mezalick Stained Glass pairs an artisanal approach with cutting-edge restoration techniques, giving ailing works new life.
Angelina Williams, Esq.

ARTS & BUSINESS: Providing legal help for artists and organizations

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Angelina C. Williams from the Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts helps the city's creative class cultivate ideas.
AJ Kohn

Chairman of the Board: Activist and educator AJ Kohn is a special breed of skater

Nikki Volpicelli Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Philadelphia's AJ Kohn uses skateboarding as a tool for educating, organizing and inspiring 
Kellianne McCarthy

InLiquid: Off in Space with Kellianne McCarthy

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, November 13, 2012
The Passyunk Square-based painter talks art, inspiration and Star Wars.
First Person Arts

Listen: First Person Arts Festival Makes Major Moves Under New Director

Joe Petrucci Tuesday, November 06, 2012
With a new curatorial vision and focus on "listening," the stories at the 11th First Person Arts Festival only get better with Jeanne Garofalo.
Ucd Porch

Young Talent, Bold Moves: Behind the Scenes at University City District

Lou Mancinelli Monday, October 29, 2012
A talented core of 30-somethings with diverse backgrounds, a willingness to try new things and a clear vision keep UCD's impact strong.
Frankford Mural

Community Paint Day, Opening of Transformation 19124 Set for Nov. 8

Joe Petrucci Monday, October 29, 2012
Help bring Cesar Viveros' grand vision for Frankford murals to life and see art in a sacred space, right on the altar of historic St. Mark's.
Frankford Fall

Presenting the Inaugural Frankford Fall Music and Arts Fest on Nov. 10

Joe Petrucci Monday, October 29, 2012
Eclectic acts perform on three stages, and we'll have beer, food trucks and arts and crafts for all ages, plus our Transforamtion 19124 exhibit.
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Temple Gallery Gets Contemporary, from Whirr to Wurlitzer to Buzz

Bonnie MacAllister Tuesday, October 23, 2012
A "transformational shift" will produce more exhibitions, more artworks and objects on display, and a direct link to "what's happening today."
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