Rebuilding Community: One Stitch at a Time
At South Philadelphia's Shivtei Yeshuron Ezras Israel synagogue, the Hidden City Festival invigorates life with music and yarn. Joe Brin talks with congregant Morris Levin and artist Andrew Dahlgren about the installation—and what happens when it's over > more
Athenaeum, Never Flitting
Whether or not Edgar Allen Poe's raven perched upon a pallid bust in Philadelphia or elsewhere is up for debate, but there's no doubt that he visited the Athenaeum—his signature from 1838 is in the guestbook. Ruth Scott Blackson dives deep into Poe's colorful history in Philly with her installation Through the Pale Door, on display at the Athenaeum as part of the 2013 Hidden City Festival, opening today > more
On The Eve Of The Festival: What To See And Do This Weekend
The Hidden City Festival 2013 is set to kick off tomorrow, and for the opening weekend, a full slate of events is ready to drive it into high gear. Lee Tusman previews some of the options > more
Starting Tomorrow, We’re Making Our Point
This really is a big, complicated city; now let's get out and experience it > more
West Girard Avenue, Brewerytown’s Backbone On The Mend
With the Brewerytown Spring Festival tomorrow, the vibrancy of West Girard Avenue will be on display. Brad Maule issues an open invitation to Bob Huber to come enjoy the party > more
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