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Olympic Fencing

How Philadelphia Is Keeping Its Olympic Hopes Alive

Elise Vider Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Rugby, table tennis, curling and this weekend's international fencing competition are some of the ways the Philadelphia Sports Congress is keeping Philly on the world stage.
We Write

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Re-Writing South Philly High, The Listening, Cat's Pajamas

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Entertainment by kids, for kids and involving big kids on a school night from World Cafe Live to the Wilma to Silk City.
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Talent Dividend: How More College Grads Can Add to Our Bottom Line

Tracy Certo Tuesday, November 29, 2011
College degrees lead to prosperous cities, adding billions to a city's bottom line. Philadelphia is among 57 cities competing for a $1M prize to boost college attainment.
The Pure Fare Truck in West Philadelphia

FOOD TRUCK FILES: Pure Fare

Felicia D'Ambrosio Tuesday, November 15, 2011
A roasted turkey sandwich under 350 calories? Locally sourced and health conscious lunches are on the menu for this sibling duo, which also maintain a storefront.
P3 - African Dance at the Painted Bride

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Fairmount Fling, Food52 at Deli, African Dance at Painted Bride

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Eat, dance, celebrate. With family and friends at home to give thanks, give yourself a treat at Founder's Hall, Delicatessen or the Painted Bride.
Ben Franklin Loved Turkey

Ben Franklin Loved Turkey: Flying Kite on Thanksgiving Break

Joe Petrucci Tuesday, November 15, 2011
He wrote it should be the national bird. We'll take a week off to contemplate and return with a full belly and new issue on 11/29.
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Evan Malone at Next Fab

Group Think: Models of Collaborative Consumption Catch On in Philly

Lee Stabert Tuesday, November 15, 2011
In Philadelphia, we share rides and workspaces and 3D printers, to name a few. As the concept grows nationally, our region stands to gain.
origami_abs

Best of TEDxPhilly: Tough Talks and Origami

Joe Petrucci Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Speakers were as gritty as this year's theme, The City, and we tried to spread some old-fashioned folding fun down in The Fractory at Temple.
PHS

MOVING PICTURE: PHS Tree Tenders Take to the Streets to Plant One Million

Richard Trevisani Tuesday, November 08, 2011
They learn in the classroom about tree biology, identification, maintenance and pruning, then get their hands dirty in an effort to restore the city's tree canopy to 30 percent.
Adam Wade - First Person Arts by Mindy Tucker

Story Glory: More Reasons to 'Like' Expanded First Person Festival

Amanda Feifer Tuesday, November 08, 2011
A former Best Storyteller spins a tale of how this festival has shaped an entire art form here, winning awards and inspiring others.
Creekside

Elkins Park Food Co-Op Hits $4M Goal to Open Next Summer, Hiring GM

Joe Petrucci Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Turned down by 20 banks and four years in the making, the CreekSide Co-Op is finally ready to open its doors at the site of the former Ashbourne Market, a longtime community fixture.
Assorted in Philadelphia

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Shape Shifting, earSnake and Assorted InPhiladelphia

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Paper cutout art on South Street, electronic opera in University City and international artists through the eyes of two local creators in a formerly abandoned North Philadelphia building.
West Philly

Cost of Living: How Expensive is Philadelphia?

Lee Stabert Tuesday, November 01, 2011
When it comes to life in a major U.S. city, we are a surprisingly good deal, with lower rents than places like Seattle and Baltimore.
bibou

Q&A: Pierre and Charlotte Calmels, Bibou

Amanda Feifer Tuesday, November 01, 2011
Still awaiting their green cards, this dynamic husband-and-wife team has created a boundary-pushing mainstay for French cuisine and fallen in love with their close-knit neighborhood.
Pop-up Piazza

What's Working in Cities: Placemaking's Power

Michelle Bruch Tuesday, November 01, 2011
With a premium on public input and economic development, placemaking is increasingly being employed in cities around the world.
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