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As the air grows crisp with the scent of turning leaves, there's no better time to explore the vibrant tapestry of life in Northwest Philadelphia. more
The railroad executive, entrepreneur, real estate developer and philanthropist is now remembered as the founding father of Chestnut Hill. more
Umbrellaed café tables and colorful signs announcing “We’re Open,” and “Weavers Way Co-op - Food for All” frame the sidewalk at the newest store. more
Amar Mohamed caught mountain biking fever during the Covid pandemic in 2020. more
Mt. Airy-based artist Vivian Lehrer Stadlin is redefining the boundaries between environmental activism and creative expression. more
Locals looking for great live music could be forgiven for overlooking Philadelphia's green, bucolic Northwest neighborhoods. more
When you hear the Devon Street neighbors tell it, the outcome of the Alexander Burns story was foreshadowed right from Act I, Scene I. more
Sandwiches are having a moment again. They're getting more interesting than ever, with previously unthinkable components coming together. more
From its cobblestone streets to its cozy and eclectic storefronts, strolling Main Street in Havre de Grace feels a lot like taking a walk in Chestnut Hill. more
In this special gardening issue, we celebrate Philadelphia's rich horticultural heritage and explore the joys of gardening. more
Shovel after shovel, the spade cuts into the dark, moist, nutrient-rich earth. The gardener kneels and gently places the plant into its new home. more
Wearing rubber boots and tromping around her grounds, Garden Club of Philadelphia member Lisa Madzin talks of cutting, planting and digging. more
The next time you visit the Philadelphia Flower Show, pause and thank the women who helped spark the local resurgence of this ancient craft. more
The joys of gardening are so rich and varied that they almost defy listing. more
The Northwest Philadelphia area is blessed with four prominent public gardens, all of which are a Quaker legacy. more
In this issue, we honor the many people who cheerfully give their time and work to maintain our beloved Wissahickon Valley Park. more
It’s in the comforting rustle of the giant red oaks, and the universe of birds that perch on their branches to burst into distinctive song. more
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