Philly Eats: EAST PASSYUNK
Philadelphia has always been a world class city. For many years it has thrived in the areas of arts and culture, historical significance and architecture. However, until recently, Philly has never been known as a culinary hotbed. Sure, there were a few heavy hitters, but nothing like it’s current offerings. These days, it seems Philadelphia […]
What is LOOP?
Were you one of many Philadelphians that received a recorded message from Mayor Nutter over the past week notifying you about a new program called LOOP? If so, you may be in for some good news regarding your property taxes! Many people’s property tax assessments went through the roof under the city’s new property tax […]
Tips on Winterizing Your Home
It’s officially cold outside and you know what that means? It’s time to start thinking about winterizing your home! Below are some tips on winterization optimization: 1) CLEAN YOUR GUTTERS – Remove debris and leaves before they become compost popsicles, thus clogging up your downspouts and causing further complications! 2) SEAL YOUR LEAKS – Search […]
The Empty Bowl Benefit Dinner
The Empty Bowl Benefit Dinner, an important annual community service dinner, has been around for over 20 years. On the night of the Empty Bowl Dinner, each person chooses a donated, handcrafted bowl. Soup donated from many businesses, schools, and individuals from Arcadia University and the surrounding community is eaten from these bowls. The bowl […]
Philly Eats: NORTHERN LIBERTIES
Philadelphia has always been a world class city. For many years it has thrived in the areas of arts and culture, historical significance and architecture. However, until recently, Philly has never been known as a culinary hotbed. Sure, there were a few heavy hitters, but nothing like it’s current offerings. These days, it seems Philadelphia […]
Cookin' with Who? Wrap Up
Elfant Wissahickon REALTORS proudly sponsored The Third Annual “COOKIN’ with WHO?” competition at the Lutheran Theological Seminary. This event was held for the benefit of three wonderful Northwest Philadelphia non-profit organizations; East Mount Airy Neighbors (EMAN), The Lutheran Seminary at Philadelphia (LTSP), and Awbury Arboretum. An overwhelming response was received from the community. Ten aspiring […]
Philly Eats: QUEEN VILLAGE
Philadelphia has always been a world class city. For many years it has thrived in the areas of arts and culture, historical significance and architecture. However, until recently, Philly has never been known as a culinary hotbed. Sure, there were a few heavy hitters, but nothing like it’s current offerings. These days, it seems Philadelphia […]
American Street Corridor To Become Philadelphia's Next Neighborhood?
The American Street Corridor, an area in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, has been blighted and barren for decades. The area was once alight with industry, beginning in the late 1800’s when the Reading and Philadelphia Railroads routed through the area, spurring a lively commercial strip filled with factories and repair shops, freight yards and […]
Philly Eats: FISHTOWN
Philadelphia has always been a world class city. For many years it has thrived in the areas of arts and culture, historical significance and architecture. However, until recently, Philly has never been known as a culinary hotbed. Sure, there were a few heavy hitters, but nothing like it’s current offerings. These days, it seems Philadelphia […]
Halloween in Philadelphia: 2013
Philadelphia and the surrounding region is an area steeped in so much history. It has been said the ghosts of our founding fathers still wander the moonlit streets. We have it all– ancient prison ruins, narrow cobblestone alleys and creepy old cemeteries. Grab a lantern and come with us as we explore some of the […]
