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The Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc. Honors Hunger Action Month with International Find the Good Day

The Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc. (JLP) honors Hunger Action Month with International Find the Good Day on Saturday, September 20, 2025. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at...

Survey Reveals Jersey City + Newark Football Fans Are the Most Desperate for Their Own Pro Football Teams

While 32 cities across America get to cheer for their own NFL teams, more than half the states are left on the sidelines. But if fans had their say,...

Art with no home

Viking Mills studios, at Hagert and Boston streets. The building is closed indefinitely as of Oct. 21. SAM NEWHOUSE / STAR PHOTOEDITED TO ADD: Philebrity...

Just another blighted building?

The facade of the long-vacant Nativity B.V.M. School, at Belgrade and East Madison streets. The building overlooks Campbell Square, and many neighbors think it...

SNAPSHOTS: Street Glitter Gallery grand opening

Owners Tami and Casey.On Saturday, Oct. 19, Street Glitter Gallery, 306 E. Girard Ave. celebrated its grand opening on the avenue with live music, circus...

Northern Liberties harpist is soloist for a U.S. premiere

Elizabeth Hainen of Northern Liberties will perform as a soloist in a special performance next week. COURTESY OF THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRAAs principal harpist with...

In with the highway, out with the residents

Helen Aichroth, 77, in the backyard of her home for the past 40 years on the border of Bridesburg and Frankford. Her home will...

Cook and Shaker will offer modern yet simple comforts

Laura Viegas behind the renovated Cook and Shaker bar. The space will open this month. MIKALA JAMISON / STAR PHOTOAs she paces the refurbished space...
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