Local Spotlight

Fishtown, once a humble residential area in Northeast Philly, is growing as a bustling feasting ground for young urbanites. What is the attraction? This neighborhood continues to attract Philadelphians and visitors, but it can’t just be for some damn good...

GPB readers tend to love to making the world around us as green as possible, but why stop there? Art is a perfect way to make our lives colorful in every way. Whether you’re an art show fanatic or just...

Neighborhood Bike Works Have extra free time and want to support a local youth and community outreach program? Give Neighborhood Bike Works a visit. Founded in 1999, the non-profit has been making a difference in Philly’s underserved neighborhoods with free bicycling programs throughout the summer and school year. Kids (ages 8-18) learn about cycling safety, bicycle mechanics, and healthy lifestyles.