Why All Philly Schools Look The Same
Ever wondered about that distinctive boxy shape you see in most Philadelphia schools? Philip Jablon dives into the architectural vision of Irwin T. Catharine, the man responsible for the schools' blueprints. > more
Food Truck Frenzy: Night Market on Washington Avenue
Washington Avenue was closed last night for the summer's hottest food truck event, Night Market. > more
In The Shadow Of The Owl
Contradictory paths forward for North Central, the last of the Silverliner II & III train cars, commemorating the end of three churches in the Northwest, a pavilion for 1700 Market, and a new budget passed > more
Jebney Lewis and the Commotion Festival Super Creature
In collaboration with young people in three Philly neighborhoods, artist Jebney Lewis has created a Frankenstein-like 20-ft-tall sculpture called Super Creature of Energy and Power. Lee Tusman talks with the artist about temporary installations, artistic collaborations, and Voltron. > more
Wawa Hoagie Day on Independence Mall
At the 2012 Wawa Hoagie Day on Independence Mall, an estimated 4.5 tons of hoagies were served. Wawa Italian Shorti hoagies, to be precise. Theresa Stigale has photos from the event. > more
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