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Review: Body Worlds VITAL at the Franklin Institute
Philadelphia Magazine
A new iteration of a controversial—and not for the squeamish—exhibit returns to the Franklin Institute.
Travel: Weekending in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Philadelphia Magazine
Get a taste of Southern culture — and plenty of seafood — with a visit to this coastal paradise.
Opinion: Our Phones Are Making Us Miserable — So Why Can’t We Let Go?
Philadelphia Magazine
They’re sapping our energy, our sense of community, our very attention spans. In an age of digital overload, opting out is radical — and appealing.
Travel: A Philadelphian’s Guide to the Delmarva Peninsula
Philadelphia Magazine
You can feast on blue crab, kayak through marshes, lounge on the beach, and visit Underground Railroad sites and the factory where some of the world’s best guitars are made. So go off and discover a new favorite vacation spot. We’ll see you there.
Travel: 7 Ways to Have an Unforgettable Poconos Vacation
Philadelphia Magazine
These experiences last all year.
Opinion: How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control?
Philadelphia Magazine
Pups are everywhere these days, thanks to indulgent owners and business proprietors. Guess what else is everywhere, including on the soles of my shoes?
Travel: Weekending in Neversink, New York
Philadelphia Magazine
Get a renewed zest for life at a renovated woodland wellness retreat in the Catskills.
Where to Sit When You’re Out & About in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Magazine
From parks to people-watching, here’s where to settle in for a lunch, a movie, a great ride or a good cry.
The Best Seats in Fairmount Park
Philadelphia Magazine
With thousands of acres in East and West Fairmount Park, there’s a lot of ground to cover. So we’ve put together a bucket list for bumming around.
Opinion: Four Years After the Pandemic Began, Are We All Just Awkward Now?
Philadelphia Magazine
In the wake of COVID isolation, socializing seems so much harder than it used to be. Will the world — and Philly — ever get back to “normal” again?
How to Get Rid of Your Stuff Before You Move
Philadelphia Magazine
So it’s time to move out of the beloved family abode, but the only thing you’ve tossed out in all these years is the kids? You need to purge, and fast.
Pharrell-Approved KIN Apparel Debuts a Black History Month Line
Philadelphia Magazine
Founder Philomina Kane discusses Pharrell, Shark Tank, and satin-lined hoodies.
Opinion: The Power of — and Problems With — Lucky Girl Syndrome
Philadelphia Magazine
Setting affirmations to manifest one’s goals is all the rage. But does the practice work, or is it just delusion by another name?
Travel: Picture-Perfect Train Trips to Take From Philly This Fall
Philadelphia Magazine
If you’re heading north for a quick trip before winter settles in, trade all the traffic you’ll hit on the road for a ride on the Vermonter.
This Facebook Group Lets Women Share Dating Woes — and Find Out if They’re Dating the Same Guy
Philadelphia Magazine
How a new crop of social media sleuthing groups aims to combat the liars, cheaters and abusers of the dating world.
This Self-Taught Metalsmith Turned Her Side Hustle Into a Successful Jewelry Line
Philadelphia Magazine
Huntingdon Valley native Rachael Compton is a self-taught metalsmith with a knack for contemporary, minimal designs, which she crafts via her jewelry line, By Ren.
The Ultimate Voter’s Guide to the 2023 Philadelphia Mayoral Race: Cherelle Parker
Philadelphia Magazine
The Power in the Northwest
Dorothy Johnson-Speight, Founder of Mothers in Charge, on Channeling Pain to Bring About Change
Philadelphia Magazine
For Dorothy Johnson-Speight and Mothers In Charge, the political is personal.
An Insider’s Guide to Exploring Wissahickon Valley Park
Philadelphia Magazine
Visits to Wissahickon Valley Park skyrocketed during the pandemic, and nearly three years later, its roads are still very much well-traveled. But considering its 1,800 acres and 50-plus miles of trail, figuring out where to start can be intimidating. Here’s everything you need to know about exploring “The Wiss.”
The Drama Around Turning the John Coltrane House Into a Philly Jazz Monument
Philadelphia Magazine
Plans to turn the jazz legend’s crumbling former home into a museum are falling apart amid legal wrangling and infighting. Will this precious piece of Philly history survive?
Review: New Michener Museum Exhibit Celebrates the Shoe as Art
Philadelphia Magazine
“Walk This Way” displays over 100 pairs of shoes, and sheds light on the oft-overlooked contributions of women in the industry.
Travel: A Grown-Up Caribbean Getaway on a Virgin Voyages’ Adults-Only Cruise
Philadelphia Magazine
The all-inclusive, child-free paradise of the Scarlet Lady will help you tap into your childlike sense of curiosity.
How Philly’s Femme-Focused Shops Took the Pain Out of My First Tattoo
Philadelphia Magazine
A Kensington-based “lady tattooer collective” is making its mark on the city.
Your Guide to the 2022 Philadelphia Fringe Festival
Philadelphia Magazine
The 26th annual Fringe Festival is about to hit Philly like a ton of bricks. Here are some of the most promising snippets from their four-week-long schedule.
How to Buy the Perfect Wedding Lingerie for Your Dress
Philadelphia Magazine
There’s always much talk about your Big Day attire. But your undergarments are just as important as your gown or jumpsuit.
Poet Laureates Celebrate Philly’s Black Literary Community
Philadelphia Magazine
Trapeta Mayson and Yolanda Wisher bring ConsenSIS to Awbury Arboretum this week.
Best of Philly Spotlight: 60 Minutes with 40+ Double Dutch Club
Philadelphia Magazine
How this year's Best of Philly winner for Best Pastime started as a gathering of friends and grew into a nationwide women’s fitness movement.
Review: How to Stage Shakespeare’s Most Sexist Play in 2022
Philadelphia Magazine
West Philly's Shakespeare in Clark Park cracks the code with a double feature of The Taming of the Shrew and The Tamer Tamed.
Where to See Art in Philly This Summer
Philadelphia Magazine
From grand celebrations of movement forefathers to up-and-comer shows to puppets, here’s what to see at the city’s galleries and museums for summer 2022. (Plus, a sneak peek for fall.)
11 Philadelphia Museums to Visit at Night
Philadelphia Magazine
Bypass the crowds of tourists and see your favorite exhibits in an entirely new light (moonlight!).
Sea-Derived Skin-Care Treatments to Add to Your Routine
Philadelphia Magazine
Nourish your skin with sea salt, kelp, seashells, and more ingredients from the ocean.
Travel: 7 Great Amusement Parks You Can Drive to From Philly
Philadelphia Magazine
Your guide to the best amusement parks within driving distance of Philly, specializing in everything you’ve been reminiscing about these past two years — from leisurely fun to pure thrills.
Meet the Friends Behind Nuele Hair, Philly’s 100 Percent Natural Beauty Line
Philadelphia Magazine
Anne Cheatham and Christine Martey-Ochola brought their scientific backgrounds to non-toxic, sustainable products that benefit woman farmers.
Black Led Chef Collective Holds Food Drives
Philadelphia Neighborhoods
The once hearty relationship between Philadelphia and food has been on the rocks lately. But Everybody Eats, a local culinary collective founded by chef Stephanie Willis, is looking to conquer both these concerns.
Philadelphia Black-Owned Bookstores You Can Shop at Now
Philadelphia Magazine
Looking for ways to support Philly black-owned businesses? Looking for ways to educate yourself?
You can do both by shopping at these Philadelphia bookstores.
Vape taxes may boost cigarette sales, study finds
The Temple News
Catherine Maclean, an economics professor, is studying the effects of e-cigarette regulations.
5 Steps to Starting a Podcast
College Magazine
Making a podcast currently parallels the 90s trend of starting a band in someone’s garage. Everyone and their cat can name their favorite podcast. Creating your own podcast gives you a fun creative outlet with an audience. Anyone with a couple of friends and a computer can do it, and with talent (and luck), it can start a profitable venture. Right now, technology makes podcast production more accessible than ever—even in college.
Mayor’s citywide street sweeping plan lacks detail
The Temple News
Some North Central residents worry that the mayor’s plans will not be enough.
CM's Guide to the Printmaking Major
College Magazine
Some of the most recognizable artistic images in history came from printmakers. The Barack Obama “HOPE” poster. The Great Wave off Kanagawa. Andy Warhol’s Marilyn Diptych.
Though the process doesn’t get the same public admiration as a medium like painting or sculpting, it obviously holds a vital place in art history. If the expression of your creativity is best rendered through transferring duplicable images, the printmaking major might be for you. One day, you could even be the next Warhol.
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