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Amid ‘really rough time’ for American unity, honoring veterans with ‘bells of peace’
“We need to remember these things,” said Ray Harshbarger, another park ranger at Independence Mall and a Marine Corps veteran who served from 1978 to 1984.
6 years ago
With artwork, Philadelphia muralist brings support for immigrant families to Harrisburg
A large, vibrant mural depicting the eyes of a woman and her son has been temporarily installed on the verticals of the Pennsylvania Capitol building’s west-facing steps.
6 years ago
Dia de los Muertos event celebrates diversity
Photos of the late theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking, performers Aretha Franklin and Chavela Vargas, and designer Kate Spa ...
6 years ago
Harry who? Chestnut Hill Witches and Wizards fest carries on without its famous namesake
Chestnut Hill's popular fall festival celebrating the world of Harry Potter lost its name, but not its following.
6 years ago
A wizard who must not be named reflects on his years as Hogwarts headmaster
For Walt Maguire, dressing as the festival’s Dumbledore was a serious endeavor — one that required him to begin his preparation at 5 a.m.
6 years ago
Remembering thousands of Hurricane Maria victims, marching for accountability
Hundreds gathered at Logan Circle in Center City Philadelphia over the weekend to protest the federal government's handling of the hurricane disaster in Puerto Rico.
6 years ago
Educators call for unity at Indigenous People’s Day celebration
Educators called for more awareness of indigenous cultures around the world at the 8th annual Indigenous People's Day celebration at Bartram's Garden in Philadelphia.
6 years ago
Philly Fashion Week models the city’s diversity
People of color are the norm, rather than a rarity. Body types run the gamut of what you’d expect to see as you walk down the street. People of all ages can find a role.
6 years ago
Women take ‘mental health day’ at annual Knit In
The office of city councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown held the 18th annual Knit In at City Hall Thursday,
6 years ago
A pageant in drag, Miss’d America upholds traditions
With Miss America contestants donning more sensible clothes, a popular annual spoof of the Atlantic City pageant, Miss'd America, feels more like nostalgia than satire.
6 years ago
After nearly a century, a Montco shopping tradition nears the end
Shopping the 'thrifty Dutch way' at a farmers market in Gilbertsville is coming to a close.
6 years ago
Faithful fans of the Philadelphia Folk Festival endure showers to see new acts, veteran performers
Faithful fans of world, blues, and folk music endured a weekend of intermittent showers to see a broad roster of performances at the 57th Philadelphia Folk Festival.
6 years ago
Philly’s Dîner en Blanc takes over City Hall
Fashionistas and foodies trekked through the streets of Center City Philadelphia in their finest pressed white attire to dine outdoors at the seventh Dîner en Blanc.
6 years ago
This circus travels on its stomach, but lightly
A team of international chefs working in a portable kitchen keeps Cirque du Soleil performers happy and fit.
6 years ago
Philly Free Streets enjoyed by walkers, cyclists, beach lovers — but not drivers
Inspired by the Pope’s 2015 visit, the event closed down Broad Street from City Hall to Germantown Avenue.
6 years ago
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