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Jennie Eisenhower with (L to r): Taylor Hilt Mitchell, Cara Treacy, Vaughn Meccod, Angela LaRose and Dominick Sannelli.
'Hello, Dolly!' brings optimistic delight to Act II Playhouse
The effervescence of  "Hello, Dolly" is on display at Act II Playhouse. more
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“Devil’s Pool Bathers #9,” 2021, by Sarah Kaufman.
Woodmere exhibition celebrates the art of connection
The Woodmere Art Museum’s Annual Juried Exhibition, now in its 81st year, is back once again. more
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Soloist Lora Sherrodd will offer an evening of jazz and selections from the “Great American Songbook” at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church.
Two seasons end as new seasons are announced
Two local ensembles, Piffaro, the Renaissance Band, and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, rounded out their 2022-23 concert seasons with recent performances. more
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“Evening Stroll,” by Susannah Thomer
Art, friendship and mustangs: The Wyndmoor connection
Susannah Thomer and Joe Borrelli, both in their 70s, have admired one another for more than 50 years. Now her work is being shown at his gallery. more
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Crossing fingers for the return of Mt. Airy Day
For three years, the Northwest Philadelphia area community has been waiting to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Mt. Airy Day. more
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The "James Bond" house at 721 Davidson Road.
You, too, could live like Bond, James Bond, right here on the Hill
Chestnut Hill contains many important examples of Midcentury Modern design. But others also deserve attention -- like the former residence of James Bond, scheduled for a sheriff's sale. more
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Native American biblical scholar Rev. Chebon Kernell will be leading two days of conversation at the Church of St. Martin-in-the Fields.
Native American biblical scholar to lecture at St. Martin-in-the-Fields
Rev. Chebon Kernell, a native American theologian, will be leading two days of conversation at the Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields. more
Zachary Bourne, general manager of Jansen, takes his mother Wendi Bourne out to sample the seafood tier and caviar, both of which are available for Jansen’s Mothers Day brunch.
Celebrate Mom with local Mother's Day brunches
Let’s all face the facts: We probably would not experience good food were it not for mothers. more
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Eighth district councilmember Cindy Bass (left) kicked off her reelection campaign in February at Dare to Imagine Church in East Mt. Airy.
Bass pulls ahead in money for District 8 council seat
In a statement emailed to the Local Friday, Bass repeated the quote she provided for a previous Local story: “It’s not an auction; it’s an election.” more
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Mt. Airy teacher/musician Raji Malik will be performing original acoustic guitar pieces from his new album, “Time of the Glowing,” at the Mt. Airy Art Garage, 7054 Germantown Ave., on May 9, 6 p.m.
Acoustic guitar master's concert at Mt. Airy venue
Raji Malik will perform original acoustic guitar pieces from his new album, “Time of the Glowing,” at the Mt. Airy Art Garage (MAAG), 7054 Germantown Ave., on Tuesday, May 9. more
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Riding a cherry-picker to work high amid the treetops on Friday was part of an all-volunteer effort to tend Pastorius Park trees.
Arbor Day brings needed trim to Pastorius Park’s oldest trees
Not everyone appreciates the roar of chainsaws outside their window first thing in the morning, but it was music to the ears of Pastorius Park neighbor Kava Franklin. more
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Flowers to return to the Avenue — lampposts included
Flower lovers, rejoice. Germantown Avenue is about to burst into bloom again, and it won’t just be at street level. more
The Magnolia Slope at Morris Arboretum & Gardens pops with color.
Morris Arboretum celebrates its 90th anniversary - and a new name
The Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, the official arboretum of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is celebrating its 90th anniversary as a public garden this year in a big way. more
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Awbury Arboretum is full of colorful flowers.
Awbury Arboretum: A haven of nature, art and community
With its rich history, diverse landscape and a new executive director committed to community engagement, Philadelphia's Awbury Arboretum is bursting with an exciting lineup of events and activities. more
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"Homewood," 9002 Crefeld St.
Cast your vote for Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s Hall of Fame
What’s your favorite treasured place in Chestnut Hill? It's time to vote for new sites to join the Chestnut Hill Architectural Hall of Fame. more
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Pat Boyle and Maxwell Cohen of Backyard Eats set up raised beds for a backyard garden at a home in the Chestnut Hill area.
Hill company helps residents to grow their own food
In the spring of 2016, a lawn sign popped up in the front yard of a home at Gravers Lane and Ardleigh Street. The sign advertised Backyard Eats. more
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A tiger swallowtail butterfly finds Joe Pye weed.
Fluttering adventures in your own pollinator garden
It’s really here. Spring has finally settled in. Despite some recent chill, the welcome warmth of spring is drawing us outdoors again. more
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A wood duck in Wissahickon Creek.
The Wissahickon Watershed: A birdwatcher's paradise
The Wissahickon Watershed, with its enchanting landscapes and remarkable bird population, is a testament to the resilience of nature in an urban setting. more
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Festival-goers stroll along Germantown Avenue during last year's Chestnut Hill Home & Garden Festival.
'Bigger than ever' Home & Garden Festival back with new artists, vendors, and more of the Avenue
It’s a sure sign of spring in Chestnut Hill: the annual Home & Garden Festival, returning to Germantown Avenue Sunday, May 7.  more
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Deacon Rena Graves, 102, who has served as a block captain and hospice chaplain, plans to share her advice for older adults in a new book.
Sharing wisdom gathered over 10 decades of life
At 102, Deacon Rena Graves figures she is an expert on the intricacies of aging. more
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