People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.
Set fireworks Hey, kids, let’s put on a show! Celebration Fireworks Inc. will arrange a computerized Fourth of July display that will have all your […]
Though it happens only once a year, Lisa M. Reisman’s annual sale does run throughout July. Prices are reduced by up to 35 percent on […]
In May, Bart Blatstein unveiled his Piazza at Schmidts in Northern Liberties, an ambitious space with an Italianate courtyard, an outdoor movie screen, and tons […]
The last time I spoke with Ed Snider in person was the spring of 2009. After some begging on my part, he agreed to meet […]
Philly attorney Craig Arthur von Schroeder, 31, was sick of seeing sloppy young professionals, so he designed a shirt with a stiff collar and a […]
Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.
We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.
