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Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer
Did you know there are more than 411 miles of trails in the Greater Philadelphia region? That’s right, the Circuit Trails is an expansive network of multiuse trails that weave through cities, neighborhoods, and rural parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The trails serve as connectors to outdoor spaces for recreation, relaxation, and access to…
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Evidence of 18th Century Doan Gang Found in Buckingham Cave
A stone carved with the initials “1775 M,” believed to belong to the notorious 18th-century outlaw Moses Doan, has been discovered in a Buckingham cave, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. This remarkable find, near a glass bottle from the same era, strengthens the legend that the Doan Gang used the cave as a hideout. …
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Bucks County Playhouse Wraps Up World Premiere of “Last of the Red Hot Mamas”
The Bucks County Playhouse wrapped up the world premiere this Sunday of the musical “Last of the Red Hot Mamas,” celebrating the life of the vaudeville icon Sophie Tucker, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6 ABC Philadelphia. Ryann Redmond starred as Sophie Tucker, a pioneering performer known for her larger-than-life personality. “It’s so wonderful to…
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Elkins Park Man Turns His Backyard Into Gorgeous Garden Sanctuary
The Elkins Park home of Rich and Angela McCracken backs onto a lush garden that took the pair years to cultivate, writes Sally A. Downey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The garden is filled with a plethora of wildflowers, including blue hydrangeas, orange and yellow daylilies, and purple catmint. The posies follow stone steps that lead…
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North Philly Rapper Tierra Whack Finds Inspiration From Many Different Areas
Tierra Whack has had a whirlwind spring that included the release of her critically acclaimed debut album, a great Tiny Desk performance on NPR, and winning a serious battle with depression. Whack can point to a number of things that serve as inspiration to her, writes Manakaprr Contech for Rolling Stone. A foodie, Whack highlights…
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The Mann’s Historic Partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra to Be on Full Display July 24-27
When The Philadelphia Orchestra returns to the Mann Center for the Performing Arts for the second week of its summer residency in Fairmount Park, it will celebrate 100 years of legendary composer George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” The performance on Wednesday, July 24, will also feature American jazz artists, the Marcus Roberts Trio – and…
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Independence Seaport Museum Transfers Historic Portrait to Andalusia Estate
The Independence Seaport Museum has officially transferred ownership of a portrait from 1815 to the historic Andalusia estate in Bensalem, ending a long-standing case of mistaken identity, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The painting, depicting Adèle Sigoigne, was purchased by the Seaport Museum nearly 20 years ago for $46,000. Initially, the museum believed…
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Renowned Sculptor George Anthonisen and his Wife and Manager Ellen Are Art Legacies
Solebury couple George and Ellen Anthonisen have built a formidable legacy in the art world writes Tamala Edwards for 6 ABC Philadelphia. George’s early sculptures, often depicting his family, highlight his exceptional visual memory. George, a sculptor, attended the University of Vermont, followed by rigorous training at the National Academy of Design and the…
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Bucks County Experts Agree: 1982 Roosevelt Dimes Not Worth $1,000
According to Bucks County experts, the rare 1982 Roosevelt dimes that are the subject of speculation that prices them at $1,000 are not worth remotely that much, writes Adriana Herrera for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to Michael Levin, a coin collector and buyer at Bucks County Rare Coin & Precious Metals in Sellersville,…
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Willow Grove Amusement Park Captivated Generations of Guests
For 80 years, the Willow Grove Amusement Park delighted residents and was a beloved destination for families and thrill-seekers, reports Trending Stories. The park site in the town of Willow Grove, now occupied by the Willow Grove Mall, opened in 1896 and stayed around until it closed permanently in 1975. There was no entry fee…
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Mysterious ‘Bigfoot Sighting’ in Bensalem Sparks Curiosity
An unexpected sighting of an 8-foot tall Bigfoot figure has turned heads and sparked amusement among Bensalem residents, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. Unlike the town’s former mascot, Ben the Turkey, this mysterious creature seems to be here to stay. The shadowy silhouette, resembling the legendary Bigfoot, appeared recently on…
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Free Library of Philadelphia Could Open All Locations 6 Days a Week Starting This Fall
The Free Library has aimed to open all 55 of its Philadelphia area branches six days a week for years, and that soon come to fruition, writes Jacob Brown for WHYY. The Free Library system is close to finalizing its goal. Currently, 25 of the Free Library’s 55 branches are open six days a week.…
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‘Down and Dirty’ Collaboration Enhances Penn State Abington Students’ Art Practice
Since 2022, two Penn State Abington art faculty have been teaching a collaborative tile making course at the Moravian Pottery and TileWorks, a working history museum in Doylestown. The classes blend art and history by immersing students in the process and philosophy forged by noted designer and tilemaker Henry Mercer. Taught by Chris Bonner, associate teaching professor of art, and Yvonne…
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Quakertown Native Sabrina Carpenter Answers Burning Questions on Hot Ones
Quakertown-native and pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter made her debut on the popular “Hot Ones” YouTube series, writes Franki Rudenesky for The Philly Voice. Carpenter faced the fiery challenge of eating progressively spicier wings while answering questions from host Sean Evans. In the episode, which premiered Thursday, Carpenter discussed her songwriting techniques, fan interactions, and…
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Everything You Need to Know About Boating and Fishing on the Delaware River
If you are planning on indulging in any water recreation on the Delaware River, including boating and fishing, be sure to first learn about some of its most important attributes, such as its depth and length, writes Damon C. Williams for northjersey.com. The depth of the Delaware River varies depending on where you enter the…
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Montco’s Famous Duo Hall & Oates Returning to Philadelphia Area – But Separately
Hall & Oates, one of the most famous duos from Montgomery County, are returning to the Philadelphia area, but not together, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. In the 1980s, Hall and Oates enjoyed a massively successful musical marriage with hits such as “Maneater” and “Private Eyes.” But four decades later, their relationship is on…
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Renovation of Boone Farm Paves Way for African American Museum of Bucks County
The Boone Farm barn and its surrounding 32 acres in Middletown Township once empty for over 50 years, are now being renovated to become the future site of the African American Museum of Bucks County, writes Keshler Thibert for Hidden City Philadelphia. In 2020, county commissioners voted to lease the property to the museum…
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WSJ: New Philadelphia Museum of Art Exhibition ‘Mary Cassatt at Work’ Revisits Work of the PA-born Impressionist
A new exhibition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art titled, “Mary Cassatt at Work” revisits the domestic paintings and illustrations of the nation’s only Impressionist, writes Judith H. Dobrzynski for The Wall Street Journal. Mary Cassatt is the only American — and one of the few women — who were admitted to the Impressionist circle…
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