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West Philly’s New Microcinema Wants to Prove That Our Indie Movie Scene Is Still Going Strong

Like many other cinemagoers, I was crushed by the recent closure of the Ritz at the Bourse — the latest theater to shut its doors […]

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Property

Just Listed: New Construction Condo in Rittenhouse

When he’s not busy repairing other architects’ designs, local starchitect Cecil Baker works on projects of his own, and most of the best-known ones are […]

Be Well Philly

This 75-Year-Old Philly Trainer Is Fit As Hell. Here’s How He Does It.

For over 50 years, Roger Schwab, co-owner and operator of X-Force Philadelphia, has been a force to be reckoned with in the fitness world. He […]

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Property

Just Listed: Contemporary Condo in New Hope

New Hope, as I’m sure everyone knows, is someplace special. And nobody knows this better than its residents. Gay, lesbian, bi, straight, whatever, they know […]

Be Well Philly

This New Pop-Up Grocery Store Is Bringing Ready-Made Meals to the Main Line

“What do you want for dinner?” — the question that launched 1,000 ships (and could potentially sink 1,000 date nights). No, but really: We waste […]

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Philadelphia Wedding

This Couple’s Dog Couldn’t Be at Their Wedding, So They Put a Photo of Him on Every Table

Philadelphia is a dog town, and our furry friends are more than just pets. For many owners, they feel like children. So when one nearby […]

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City Life

Meet the Millennial Mayors Working to Save Philly’s Sleepy Suburbs

The last place you’d ever expect to find Peter Urscheler is in Phoenixville — not that Phoenixville isn’t cool. And not that Urscheler isn’t cool, […]

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Be Well Philly

Philly Has Entered the Golden Age of Skin Care

In 2004, as a broke graduate student living in Chicago, I scraped together enough money for an end-of-term treat: a facial at a fancy spa. […]

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Be Well Philly

8 Philly Women on How Their Skin Gets Its Glow

Ever see a woman and wonder why her skin looks so gorgeous and glowy? We asked eight Philly women to share their skin care stories. […]

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Be Well Philly

Philadelphia Facials: The Ultimate Guide

Sure, they’re relaxing, but with high-octane products, effective tools and expert techniques, these 22 hardworking treatments produce long-lasting results. The KK Beauty Treatment Epidedmy Skin […]

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Be Well Philly

Philadelphia Beauty Stores for All Your Skin Care Needs

With well-curated lines and advice-giving experts, these eight local spots go well beyond your average beauty boutique. Ola Beauty Not only are the products at […]

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Be Well Philly

Ask an Esthetician: Is This Jade Roller Doing Anything?

Ever wonder what your facialist really thinks about trendy at-home treatments and social media? We went ahead and asked some Philly estheticians three of our […]

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Property

Say Bye-Bye to the Boner 4Ever Building

If everything falls into place, in a little more than two years, your out-of-town friends might just want to stay in a building best known […]

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Property

A Center City High-Rise Condo Filled With an Art Collector’s Treasures

The challenge Meg Rodgers faced when working on this Center City condo wasn’t simply designing. It was editing — namely, the homeowner’s extensive collection of […]

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Property

On the Market: Expanded 17th-Century Log Cabin in Wayne

Been looking for a historic house to live in? They don’t get much more historic than this house for sale in Wayne. The heart of […]