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International Philly: Indonesians Quietly Forge Strong Bond With City

Sue Spolan Tuesday, June 14, 2011
The Southeast Asian nation of 17,000 islands and a significant labor surplus has an increasing presence in the U.S. Philadelphia's home to the nation's 9th-largest Indonesian community.
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MOVING PICTURE: Philadelphia2035 Master Plan Approved

Richard Trevisani Tuesday, June 14, 2011
For the first time since 1960, Philadelphia has a master plan, and it aims to thrive, connect and renew.
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PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Urban Sustainability Forum, West Oak Lane Jazz, and Sustainable Saturday

Flying Kite staff Monday, June 13, 2011
Talk sustainability on Thursday, eat sustainability on Saturday, and drink in the jazz all weekend long on Ogontz Ave.
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Asian Arts Initiative's New Home Signals Nonprofit Innovation

Marci Landsmann Tuesday, June 07, 2011
The Convention Center expansion forced it from its old building (and old ways of thinking). From its new perch on Vine Street, AAI is welcoming all ethnicities, artists and changes in Chinatown.
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PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Schuylkill Tour and Movie, Black Music Fest, Beer Week Music Fest

Flying Kite staff Monday, June 06, 2011
Get outside and take in the Schuylkill on Thursday. Hit up some avant-garde jazz Saturday. Close Beer Week with a bang on Sunday.
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What's the Scenario? World Class Greater Philadelphia Imagines 2026

Joe Petrucci Thursday, May 26, 2011
The Economy League is partnering with a Conshohocken firm in its comprehensive effort to prepare the region for world class status.
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PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Opportunity Fair, Block-Changers, and a Candle for Fourth Wall

Flying Kite staff Monday, May 23, 2011
If you need a job, head to Temple on Tuesday. If you've got a green thumb or warm heart, head to Germantown Saturday morning. And if you're into live art, hang on the Fourth Wall in Old City Saturday night.
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PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Kinectic in Kensington, Eats & Beats, Raise the Vibration

Flying Kite staff Monday, May 16, 2011
If you're a DYIer, go Kenzo. If you're into fresh food access, head over to West Philly. And if you're into everything, or at least open to it, find your spot on the lawn at Independence Mall.
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Knighted! $2.7M In Arts Challenge Funding Announced

Joe Petrucci Monday, May 09, 2011
Thirty-six organizations and individuals received grants for which they'll find matching funds and work to inspire and enrich the city. Classical music, including the Philadelphia Orchestra, got a much-needed boost.
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International Flavor on the Delaware from May to September

Joe Petrucci Friday, May 06, 2011
Where do you want to go this summer? India, Ireland, maybe the Caribbean? The The Great Stage at Penn's Landing along the Delaware River has enough ethnic flavor for everyone this summer.
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Breakfast Treat: Hospitality Sector Poised to Grow Jobs

Joe Petrucci Friday, April 29, 2011
It wasn't just about breakfast burritos and cheerleading at Tuesday's State of the City forum at the Convention Center. The annual Center City Proprietors discussion revealed that hospitality could hold the key for real job growth in Philadelphia.
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Don't Look Up: The Rotunda Turns 100

Sue Spolan Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Fittingly, there's no centennial extravaganza for the historic building in West Philly. There will simply be more of the same � a wide range of high-quality arts and community-building, including a site-specific dance performance this week.
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Taking Up Residency: CEC's Terri Shockley Close to Transforming West Philly Arts, Community Mainstay

Joe Petrucci Friday, April 22, 2011
Community Education Center has been around for more than 30 years, serving artists and the community in a variety of ways. Its leader is its only full-time staffer and she is more determined than ever to grow CEC's impact and reach.
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Students Plant Philly's Trash Tree in Atlanta

Joe Petrucci Friday, April 08, 2011
Through the innovative nonprofit Multicultural Youth Exchange, children from New Foundations School in Northeast Philly made good use of trash they found with hopes of giving waste a second life.
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EDITOR'S PICK: Plan Ahead for Philly Cinefest

Flying Kite staff Tuesday, April 05, 2011
The Philadelphia Cinema Alliance kicks off Philly Cinefest this week with 60-plus films from 17 countries, two world premieres and a U.S. premiere at four venues, including films with local flavor (hey Johnny Gooditmes!) to big names like Morgan Spurlock.
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