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Students at Poinciana Montessori will experience an education that focuses on Afrocentric values when the school opens Sept. 3 in Germantown.

New Afrocentric Montessori school opens in Germantown

During the Covid pandemic, Imani Jackson used her time at home as an opportunity to be more involved in her daughter’s education. more

by Tommy Tucker | 8/15/24

Actor Jay Ellis coming to Germantown

Actor Jay Ellis is scheduled for an Aug. 1 event at Greene Street Friends. more

7/25/24

“Although I technically wrote the book in one year,” Cohen told us, “it was the culmination of the learning, teaching and writing about Black history since 2005, the year that African American History became a graduation requirement at Philadelphia public schools.”

Mt. Airy author explores Black history in Philadelphia

When Philadelphia first mandated a year of African American history, teacher Amy Jane Cohen faced "a steep learning curve." more

by Len Lear | 2/8/24

MLK Day usually brings dozens of volunteers to Wissahickon Park, all prepared for a day of camaraderie while helping to clean up litter and debris.

NW Philly honors Martin Luther King with annual day of service

Northwest Philadelphia residents can sweep streets, create art and pull weeds as part of Monday's national celebration. Here's a list. more

by Staff | 1/10/24

Stretch your skills with circus arts

Repetitive winter fitness routines can be boring. Your mind may wander. That doesn’t happen at the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts. more

by Len Lear | 11/28/23

Dr. Marc Lamont Hill opened Uncle Bobbie's bookstore and coffee shop at 5445 Germantown Avenue, now a community hub that sponsors A-list events, in 2017.

Uncle Bobbie’s brings A-list star power to Germantown

Since 2017, Uncle Bobbie’s in Germantown has been a self-described place for “cool people, dope books and great coffee.” more

by Staff | 9/28/23

Shots were fired in a suspected drive-by shooting on the 5500 block of Germantown Avenue, pictured here, on Monday at approximately 4:28 p.m. The location is just steps away from Greene Street Friends School.

Afternoon shots fired outside GSFS

Police confirmed to the Local that five bullet casings were recovered from a shooting that occurred on the 5500 block of Germantown Avenue on Monday. more

by Tom Beck and Carla Robinson | 9/21/23

Kristina Ashenbrenner shops for Eagles wear at Villavillekula.

Eagles green and Barbie pink all over fall fashion trends

If what we see on Germantown Avenue is any indication, the hot color for back-to-school is Eagles green. And Barbie pink. more

by Stacia Friedman | 8/24/23

Award-winning slam poet and author Elizabeth Acevedo will discuss her latest novel at a book signing, 7 p.m., Aug. 7, at Greene Street Friends.

Uncle Bobbie's, GSF host discussion with slam poet and National Book Award winner

Award-winning young adult author Elizabeth Acevedo will discuss her new book, “Family Lore,” at a book signing on Aug. 7. more

7/27/23

Youngsters take classes at the Philly Art Center, where teachers help develop creative thinking skills.

Popular Philly Art Center opens in Mt. Airy

Jill S. Markovitz is a woman on a mission: To make art accessible to children and adults in ways that did not exist before. more

by Stacia Friedman | 2/3/23

Attendees at last year’s Awbury Arboretum Harvest Fest celebrated the fall season with music, crafts and good food.

Creepy, kooky, mysterious, spooky - and fun

It’s the fall season, when a chill in the air means Halloween for some and less ghoulish events for others. more

by Kristin Holmes | 10/27/22

Blue Devils freshman Leah Thomas has been a dominating presence at number one singles.

SCH girls succumb to visiting GA in Inter-Ac tennis

Host Springside Chestnut Hill Academy won the tennis matches at the top and bottom of the line-up sheet last Tuesday, but visiting Germantown Academy took the five bouts in between. more

by Tom Utescher | 9/28/22

Making art at Woodmere’s studio

The most exciting art at Woodmere Art Museum is not always in the galleries. Often it’s in the former carriage house right next door. more

by Stacia Friedman | 9/22/22

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