Historic Day in Philly

On November 7 I was thrilled to be celebrating the Biden victory with my fellow Philadelphians at Independence Mall. Continue reading Historic Day in Philly

Philly’s New Center City Mall

In 1977 The Gallery shopping center opened on Market Street in an effort to bring a suburban style mall to … Continue reading Philly’s New Center City Mall

Frankford Ave. Stroll

In the last few years, the stretch of Frankford Ave. in Fishtown has a become a major commercial center filled … Continue reading Frankford Ave. Stroll

Franklin Square Fountain is Back

The 180 year old fountain in Franklin Square has been restored and reopened, now with a light and music show. … Continue reading Franklin Square Fountain is Back

A Sandwich and a S’mores

Somehow I missed that Talula’s Garden, the famous and pricey restaurant on the west side of Washington Square, opened a … Continue reading A Sandwich and a S’mores

Two Cafes on North 4th

I visited two very different cafes within a few steps of each other on North 4th Street in Northern Liberties. … Continue reading Two Cafes on North 4th

Philly’s New Comcast Tower

In October 2018, Comcast (a giant cable/internet/media corporation) opened the Comcast Technology Center. It’s a much more interesting looking building … Continue reading Philly’s New Comcast Tower

A Voice from Philly’s Past

Years ago I went through a phase of buying late 19th/early 20th century diaries on eBay, especially if there were … Continue reading A Voice from Philly’s Past

Philly’s Museum for Firefighters

Located in Old City on 2nd Street near Race is the Fireman’s Hall Museum. This free museum is in a … Continue reading Philly’s Museum for Firefighters

New Park in Northern Liberties

The courtyard in the Northern Liberties Piazza apartment complex was meant to be a vibrant community hangout and event venue, … Continue reading New Park in Northern Liberties