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InLiquid Interview: Paul Hamanaka

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, March 05, 2013

Far from his native Japan, this local mixed-media artist examines the glorious tension between beauty and ugliness.

Inventing the Future: Local makers flex their talents at the city's 'gym for innovators'

Dana Henry Tuesday, February 26, 2013

NextFab Studio, Philly's open-to-all high-tech workshop, has new digs packed with 3-D printers, industrial textile machines, revolutionary software and much more.

Design, Diversity, Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, High Technology, Inventing the Future, Neighborhood Innovation, Talent Dividend

South Philadelphia

Welcome to Philadelphia's open data revolution

Lindsay Hicks Tuesday, February 26, 2013

What happens when local government teams up with a community of tech innovators to digest a sea of city data? We're about to find out.

Emerging Technology, High Technology, Media

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Health care for artists, live jazz and hot chili

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, February 26, 2013

This week's run-down of Flying Kite-approved events features an info session for uninsured artists, tunes (and Scrabble!) in Germantown and a cook-off at Barcade.

Arts and Culture, Food, Healthcare, On the Ground

East Falls, Germantown, Fishtown

From the Editor: Can arts journalism survive?

Lee Stabert Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Last week, 180 writers and arts leaders gathered to discuss the gloomy state of cultural journalism -- and to offer some potential solutions.

Arts and Culture, Media

The Navy Yard offers a master class in sustainable strategies

Greg Meckstroth Tuesday, February 19, 2013

With its Master Plan update, the Navy Yard pushes the envelope on green development and stormwater management.

Design, Emerging Technology, High Technology, Reuse / Rebuild, Sustainability

South Philadelphia

Q&A: Jeri Lynne Johnson of Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, February 19, 2013

A local conductor breaks down barriers, working to make classical music more inclusive, diverse and interactive.

Arts and Culture, Diversity, On the Ground

Northwest, Germantown, Mt. Airy

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Dogooders, local crafts & eating on the Avenue

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Check out this week's can't-miss events, including an awards ceremony for non-profits, a West Philly craft market and E. Passyunk Restaurant Week.

Arts and Culture, Food, Philanthropy

University City, West Philadelphia, Passyunk Square / East Passyunk

South Philly Food Co-op embarks on big membership push

Lee Stabert Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Once the nascent neighborhood food mecca reaches 400 members, the search for a location begins.

Entrepreneurship, Food, Neighborhood Innovation

South Philadelphia, Passyunk Square / East Passyunk, Queen Village / Pennsport

Animated Architecture contributor Tim Porlock's 'Ghost of the Walls'

Artist's 3D murals will enliven vacant spaces using light, sound and video

Bonnie MacAllister Tuesday, February 12, 2013

This fall, artist and curator Sean Stoops will invite the whole city to 'Animated Architecture,' an immersive 3D video installation series.

Arts and Culture

Camden's young community leaders fight tenaciously for the city's future

Tara Nurin Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Meet four inspiring Camden activists, working hard to help the struggling city realize its potential through development, improved services and education.

Higher Education, Philanthropy, Regionalism

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Ex tales, holiday drinks and local art

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Our list of can't-miss events returns. This edition features StorySlam, an Anti-Valentine’s Day Bar Crawl and the InLiquid benefit.

Arts and Culture

From the Editor: Resist the urge to resist Valentine's Day

Lee Stabert Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Looking to escape the Valentine's Day cynicism spiral? Try doing something simple, sustainable or educational for your loved one.

Design, Food, Transportation

Inventing the Future: Philly startup is at the forefront of a consumer electronics revolution

Dana Henry Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Want to be able to roll up a tablet computer and slip it into your pocket? Graphene, a marvelous new carbon material being developed by local entrepreneurs, could turn sci-fi into reality.

Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, High Technology, Inventing the Future, Life Sciences, Supplier, Sustainability

University City

Passyunk Post redefines local news

Lee Stabert Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Albert Stumm's blog is essential reading for South Philly residents and would-be residents alike. Now a novel business partnership could lead to bigger things for this media startup.

Media, Neighborhood Innovation

South Philadelphia, Passyunk Square / East Passyunk