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Photos by Azella Gardens. This past Sunday, Philly held its annual Juneteenth parade in West Philly.
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Just a mile from the protest in the Spring Garden section of Philadelphia, another kind of gathering was unfolding: Sketch 2025, a public preview of ArtPhilly’s “What Now: 2026” festival. Nearly 200 artists, elders, funders, and culture keepers entered a space deliberately designed to honor multidisciplinary arts practices and invite imagination.
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When Rosa started as a school safety officer at Tilden Middle School, he realized he needed a way to connect more intimately with the students, to get them to trust and talk to him about what they were going through.
By making himself visible as an artist from the neighborhood, painting and sometimes throwing pottery in the street, Lugo hopes to show others that that path is possible and that there’s already “ingenuity and artistry and creativity” in Kensington.
“Hadestown” is more than just a musical; it is a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the human spirit, making it a truly unforgettable experience for all who see it.
In December 2023, the Philadelphia Department of Prisons had 4,659 incarcerated residents in its custody at four correctional institutions, most of whom will be houseless when released.
Young Philadelphians and advocates who feel that their concerns have been overlooked share these sentiments on youth homelessness.
Eboni Zamani is a Black filmmaker who is Nicetown-born and who spent much of her coming-of-age with family and friends in Germantown. Years later, Zamani has officially made Germantown her home.
Mariyum Raina Rizwan, the daughter of South Asian immigrants, reflects on the sacrifices her mother made in shaping her own path while honoring her cultural heritage.
“Dreams in Smoke” is a reflection on the impact of genocide. Through evocative language and vivid imagery, the poem explores the tragic consequences of conflict, leaving readers with a sobering reminder of the human cost of violence and the enduring search for hope amidst despair.
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