Feel Good Fridays

In one of Philly’s hottest neighborhoods, the influx of trees “gives people hope,” says one resident.

As part of the Philly Spring Cleanup program on Saturday, April 15, the city is getting ready to remove dozens of abandoned bikes.

“I hope that when people think about the Southeast Asian Market, that it becomes one of those landmarks,” said Catzie Vilayphonh from the Cambodian Association.

Tufting rose in popularity during the height of the pandemic. Now, Philly’s TuftCon will celebrate the craft in person.

The six-month-long project seeks to offer a moment of “surprise and delight.”

You can “laugh, enjoy, and shop for free” at Mount Airy’s community fridge and pantry located on Stenton Avenue.

At the teaching kitchen, food is a way to bring people together to connect and learn.

The Bridge Clinic, based in Bucks County, is set to open a Philadelphia office thanks to a $200,000 grant from PetSmart Charities.

From diapers and wipes to period and adult incontinence products, the Greater Philadelphia Diaper Bank is providing families with what they need.

“Come out, walk the trails, discover nature,” said Alicia Burbage. “You'll be amazed at what you can find.”

A new weekly program invites library-goers to crochet, knit, embroider, and sew, no matter their skill level.

Every month, the Philly Fixers Guild helps residents salvage broken, damaged, and disassembled items — and keep them out of the landfill.

The scavenger hunt is a free, self-guided, six-week-long adventure in Philadelphia’s largest park.

West Philly has a new little free library and it’s full of arts and crafts supplies.

PAR-Recycle Works in North Philly employs formerly incarcerated people and supports them on their reentry journey. “We want to see each other flourish,” said the founder.