Culture
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‘The Wall That Heals’ Is Coming to Upper Providence Township
The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile education center, is coming to Upper Providence Township on October 26-29, 2023,and will be open 24 hours a day and free to the public. The Wall That Heals honors the more than three million Americans who served in…
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Landmark in Nearby Byberry Added to Philadelphia Register of Historic Places
Philadelphia Historical Commission has added the Byberry Store located in far Northeast Philadelphia near Bucks County to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places, writes Kimberly Haas for the Hidden City. The structure was constructed circa 1810 and has since served as a general store, post office, blacksmith shop, and dwelling. The nomination for the building…
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Yurts and Cabins Oh My! Here’s Your Guide to Outdoor Getaways in Pennsylvania
The fall is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the changes of leaves at Pennsylvania’s beautiful state parks and why not do it in style by staying in a cabin or a yurt, right? Philadelphia Magazine’s Victor Fiorillo has compiled a quick and easy guide for planning your next getaway. Here are some…
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Renowned Chilean Artist/Activist Alejandro González Installs Mural at West Chester University
During Hispanic Heritage Month, West Chester University is honoring Latinx culture with what will become a permanent installation in Sykes Student Union: a custom mural by the renowned Chilean artist and activist Alejandro “Mono” González. González was the keynote for the 15th annual Latinx Communities Conference and spoke not only on making art but about art’s social…
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Vietnam Documentary ‘Jimmy in Saigon’ to Screen at Neumann University on Oct. 20
Neumann University is hosting a free screening of Jimmy in Saigon, an award-winning documentary about the mysterious death of a Vietnam veteran, on Friday, Oct. 20, at 7 PM in the Bruder Life Center. The film explores the tragic death, radical life, and forbidden romance of Jimmy McDowell, a 24-year-old Vietnam veteran who died in…
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Bala Cynwyd’s BaseCamp Glamping Turns Your Backyard into Paradise
Bala Cynwyd-based BaseCamp Glamping can turn a backyard or a state park camping site into a true glamping paradise for those who want the experience, but not the hustle of setting it up, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. The company delivers and sets up waterproof bell tents along with beds, linens, pillows, blankets, camping…
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Touchdown on Stage: ‘The Philly Fan’ Scores with Revamped Show at Rose Valley’s Iconic Hedgerow Theater
Rose Valley’s acclaimed Hedgerow Theater is introducing an updated production of “The Philly Fan”, which features the triumphs and heartbreaks of Philadelphia sports fanatics, according to NBC 10 Philadelphia. Bruce Graham, a seasoned performer, takes center stage in this one-man show. “The Philly Fan” is no stranger to the stage, having first been performed…
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Bryn Mawr Native Talks Magical Realism and Grappling with Grief with Vanity Fair
Melissa Broder’s newest novel, “Death Valley,” is considered her most personal yet because the protagonist’s journey through grief mirrored the author’s in a lot of ways, writes Annabel Graham for Vanity Fair. Broder, a Bryn Mawr native who attended the Baldwin School, worked as a book publicist before releasing a poetry collection and then her…
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Homegrown Talent: Philly Music Fest Lineup Led by Narberth Couple
The mission of Philly Music Fest is to celebrate and promote the musical talents of Philly musicians. This passion for local music is what drives the Narberth couple who organizes the fest each year, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. This year the Philly Music Fest will run October 9 through the 15 at…
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Four Unmistakable Signs You’re From Delaware County
What makes someone embody the Delco spirit? Ryan Dickinson on the Shore News Network knows the telltale signs you’re from Delaware County. Wawa is a staple across the Philly burbs, but if you have a favorite, writes Dickinson, Delaware County might be in your blood. Much like hoagies from the acclaimed convenience store, Philadelphia…
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A 1965 Martin Luther King, Jr. Speech Outside Girard College Resonates With This Philadelphia Family
Learley and Curtis McAllister were 12 and 9 years old, respectively, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave a speech outside of Girard College in August 1965, writes Tom Kretschmer for 6ABC. At the time, Girard College was segregated and Dr. King joined Cecil B. Moore and other prominent Philadelphia civil rights leaders in their…
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Pottstown High School Student Composes Jazz Masterpiece for Global Stage
A 15-year-old student from Pottstown High School is making waves in the music world. Colin Plank’s composition “Get Lost,” is a jazzy ensemble of layers of instruments that is now available for bands all over the globe to purchase and perform, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS Philadelphia. Music was always an imperative part of…
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Philadelphia Art Museum Treasures Revealed in Neumann Video Tour
The public can tour the Philadelphia Museum of Art treasures in the comfort of Neumann University’s Meagher Theatre at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 5. John Immerwahr will present a video tour of iconic works by Rembrandt, Rubens, Monet, van Gogh, Picasso, Duchamp, and other lesser-known artists. The presentation will help audiences “enjoy these works…
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Reach New Heights at Treetop Adventures at Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown
Visitors to Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown can scale new heights at the Treetop Adventures at Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown, writes Nick Iadonisi and Todd Haas for 6ABC. The adventure experience includes obstacles and a ropes and zip line course that goes through trees, over animals and ends with a 30-foot simulated free fall.…
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Exhibit in Penn State Abington Art Gallery Features Student Works from Bucks County Museum Collaboration
A new exhibition in the Penn State Abington art gallery showcases pieces created by students during courses taught by faculty in collaboration with professional artisans at the Moravian Pottery and TileWorks in Doylestown, Bucks County. Students explored the history and production of tile making and, by experimenting with traditional tools and equipment, they created their own tiles and mosaics.…
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Q&A with Montco Writer of New Book ‘Wild Philly’
In his new book, Wild Philly: Explore the Amazing Nature in and Around Philadelphia, Montgomery County writer-naturalist Mike Weilbacher offers a guide to exploring all the natural gems around the Main Line. The book published by Timber Press features 25 field trips to parks, preserves and natural areas and includes illustrated maps to help with…
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Cheltenham High School Grad’s First Novel Available on Amazon
Tim McHugh, a graduate of Cheltenham High School, recently published his first novel, “A Dark and Silent Song,” writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. The novel is about gifted sorcerer named Barric who gets caught up in political intrigue when a young king takes the throne. The book summary states, “As the threat of war…
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Punk Meets Preservation: The Menzingers Rock Lynnewood Hall in New Music Video
The Menzingers, a punchy punk power-pop band on the cusp of its seventh album release filmed a music video in Elkins Park Lynnewood Hall, writes Michael Tanenbaum for The Philly Voice. The song used in the music video was “Come on Heartache,” a single off the album “Some of It Was True,” slated to…
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