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Alia Walker at the Earthkeepers greenspace - 51st & Kingsessing

YOU NEED TO KNOW: Southwest Philly's Sister Alia Walker

Dana Henry Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Flying Kite is profiling some of Philadelphia's under-the-radar revolutionaries. In this issue, a Southwest Philly urban gardener and activist.
Jason Mercado

Top 10: Flying Kite's most popular features of 2012

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Taking a look back at the stories from this year that inspired, engaged and intrigued our readers.
Bario Neal

MEET THE MAKERS: Anna Bario & Page Neal

Michael Persico Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Small-scale manufacturing is alive and well in Philadelphia. Check out this striking slideshow featuring a duo of jewelry designers working out of a storefront in Bella Vista.
Postgreen's Frank project

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.
Sara May

Sugar Fairy: Creativity in the kitchen with Sara May

Tenaya Darlington Tuesday, December 11, 2012
The Franklin Fountain and Shane Confectionary pastry chef cooks up thoughtful, decadent treats with a local bent.
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!
Victoria Greene

Support System: EMIR helps families cope with tragedy

Bonnie MacAllister Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Victoria Greene channels a mother's anguish into services for the families of homicide victims.
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.
Mary Claire Cruz for Campus Philly

FROM THE EDITOR: How to build a #brainmagnet

Lee Stabert Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Campus Philly's annual meeting provided a window into the city's allure. Highlights included a talk from Inside Higher Ed co-founder Doug Lederman.
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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.
Story Bellows

Q&A: Mayor�s Office of New Urban Mechanics co-director Story Bellows

Dana Henry Tuesday, December 04, 2012
A chat with Story Bellows, co-director of the Mayor’s Office of New Urban Mechanics, touches on tech, communication and urban innovation.
Taila Goldberg

College Credit: Venture capital for students by students

Dana Henry Tuesday, December 04, 2012
First Round Captial's innovative Dorm Room Fund gives a boost to student-run startups.
Mayor of Wissahickon Creek December 3, 2012

MAYOR OF WISSAHICKON CREEK: Saying Goodbye

Aaron Krolikowski Tuesday, December 04, 2012
The final chapter here at Flying Kite.
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.
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