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LUHV Vegan Deli Triples Its Space Inside Reading Terminal Market, Expands Offerings
LUHV Food has a distinction as the first fully vegan deli at Reading Terminal Market and recently celebrated a new expanded space inside the iconic market, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Its new space is three times the size of its previous location. With its newfound space, the award-winning nutritional vegan food company…
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Stop By This Center City Cocktail Bar For a Brunch Party This Summer
Assembly Rooftop Lounge, the Center City cocktail bar inside the The Logan Philadelphia, is throwing several brunch parties this summer, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. “What better way to celebrate the summer solstice than with a brunch party on a rooftop?” Hannah Boothman, food and beverage sales and marketing manager at The Logan, said…
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Philadelphia Woman Creates Organization to Combat Domestic Violence
Philadelphia native Dr. Fatima Abdul Johnson is a woman of many different titles. Among them include a Miss Black Pennsylvania alumna, educator at Temple University, Ph.D. holder, and a registered metaphysician and doctor of metaphysical sciences. Johnson is also the founder of the nonprofit, S.T.R.I.V.E. Motivation Inc., and created a sub-organization within it called ‘Queens…
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New High-end Residential Project Likely Replacing Two Center City Buildings
Two buildings on Chestnut Street owned by the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers and the former site of Freeman’s auction will likely be the site of a new residential project, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The plan calls for a high-end condo-and-rental building with fewer than 100 units. The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers recently…
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia To Celebrate the Black Experience Through Country and Folk Music
In the second of a series of events throughout June in celebration of Black Music Month, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will highlight the Black experience through country and folk music. On Saturday, June 8, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will host an event titled, “Rhythms of Liberation from Juneteenth to Beyond!” The…
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Philadelphia Youth Orchestra to Conclude 2023-24 Season With Annual Doubleheader Festival Concerts
The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute (PYOMI) has announced the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra’s 84th Annual Festival, which will be held at Verizon Hall of The Kimmel Center on Sunday, June 2 at 7 PM. The program for the event features a dynamic selection and two soloists under the direction of Maestro Louis Scaglione. The concert…
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New Jersey-based Dispensary Hides $3,000 Worth of Marijuana in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood for Pride Weekend
While recreational cannabis may not be legal yet in Pennsylvania, a New Jersey-based dispensary has hid $3,000 worth of it — in the form of three $1,000 vouchers — in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood ahead of Pride Weekend. Camden Apothecary, which opened in 2021, is situated adjacent to the historic Bell Pharmacy and is managed by the…
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Comcast to Expand Network to Households Without Broadband Access After Receiving $61M Grant
Comcast will be broadening its horizons for both businesses and residential customers throughout the region thanks to a new $61 million grant, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The tech conglomerate received the funding from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Broadband Infrastructure Program to expand its network for homes and businesses across 158 municipalities. …
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Palestinian Restaurant Chain, Ayat, Planned For Center City Philadelphia
Ayat, the New York-based Palestinian restaurant chain, is planning to open its first Philadelphia location in Center City, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The planned location is the former Roxy Theater on Sansom Street, three blocks from Rittenhouse Square. Once opened, it will be the only self-identified Palestinian restaurant in Center City, and…
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Center City Businesses, Organizations Want to Make Downtown Philadelphia More Convenient For All
Center City businesses and organizations are looking for ways to make visiting Philadelphia’s downtown more convenient for everybody, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Center City District CEO Prema Katari Gupta said during her organization’s recent panel event that her focus is no longer on pre-pandemic recovery but instead attracting new residents, workers,…
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National Cancer Institute Designates Jefferson’s Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center As a Comprehensive Cancer Center
Jefferson recently announced that its Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) has earned a National Cancer Institute (NCI) “Comprehensive” Cancer Center designation, the highest recognition awarded by the NCI. This recognition places SKCC among an elite group of only 57 cancer centers nationwide, providing exceptional and personalized cancer care and superior outcomes, fueled by a…
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Wm. Mulherin’s Sons Brings New Pizzeria To Midtown Village With Opening of Sister Location
Wm. Mulherin’s Sons has opened a new sister location in Midtown Village in Center City to join its original location in Fishtown, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Called Mulherin’s Pizzeria, the eatery replicates much of the menu and casual ambiance of its original location. However, there is a greater emphasis on the restaurant’s wood-fired pizza…
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African American Museum in Philadelphia Spotlights Printmaker Dox Thrash in New Exhibit
The African American Museum in Philadelphia is showcasing the life and legacy of visionary artist and printmaker Dox Thrash in its newest exhibit, writes Cherise Lynch in NBC 10 Philadelphia. The new exhibit, titled, “Imprint: Dox Thrash Black Life, and American Culture” will feature more than 40 pieces, including selections from the Museum’s permanent collection…
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Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Announces Award Winners For 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society has announced the winners of the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show. “We are thrilled to recognize the creativity and innovation shown by this year’s exhibitors at the 2024 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show. We saw out-of-the-box design concepts and we’re excited to see how these innovative, trend-setting exhibits will inspire gardeners across the…
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Kimmel Center To Rename Verizon Hall After Philadelphia Native and Renowned Singer, Marian Anderson
Verizon Hall inside the Kimmel Center will soon be renamed to honor Philadelphia native, singer, and civil rights pioneer Marian Anderson, writes Kiara Santos for The Philadelphia Tribune. Kimmel Center will formally unveil the new Marian Anderson Hall in June with a joint gala and concert with the Philadelphia Orchestra. Couple Richard Worley and Leslie…
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MLB Outfielder Chas McCormick Marries Longtime Partner Courtney Zadinski in Center City Philadelphia
Love bells were ringing in Philadelphia last weekend when Chas McCormick of the MLB’s Houston Astros officially tied the knot with his longtime partner, Courtney Zadinski, writes Erin Clack for People. The newlyweds held their wedding at the Ballroom at the Ben, blocks away from the Liberty Bell Center and Independence Hall in Center City.…
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Efforts Are Underway to Preserve Historic Philadelphia Documents
There are mountains of historic documents — such as legal wills and marriage licenses — decaying in the attic of Philadelphia City Hall, some of them dating back four centuries. While the haphazard storage of these local treasures is the worst nightmare of any historian, there is a glimmer of hope for a better future,…
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Center City Office Building Goes Up For Sale, Could Be Converted Into Residential Building
The 15-story, 133,353-square-foot office building at 1760 Market Street has gone up for sale by owner and retired tax attorney, Victor F. Keen, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Doug Rodio of CBRE, who is representing Keen in the sale, said it could be sold in the low $20 million range. “Today, the…
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