Philly Culture
Hello friends! It’s your Cultural Ambassador here to inform you of amazing events happening in the Tri-State area. I am honored to serve as one of the judges for an MC battle happening at The African American Museum Wednesday June 29th from 5pm to 8pm. Please read the following for more info: ” Join AAMP […]
Tonight is the season opener at The Dell East in North Philly. This will be a great night to sit outside and enjoy an evening of cool Jazz featuring Najee and Ms. Nancy Wilson. Our very own Dyana Williams is being honored this evening as well. Dyana spoke with Nancy Wilson during Soulful Sunday on […]
On Sunday, June 19th, 2011, South Philly was buzzing with activity because of a major concert at The Wells Fargo Center (formerly The Wachovia, formerly The First Union, formerly God knows what else). This was “No Ordinary” concert, this was an event not to miss because the main attraction does not tour often (at least […]
The Mural Arts program is looking for someone to fill the following position. Please act today! Project Manager The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program unites artists and communities through a collaborative process, rooted in the traditions of mural-making, to create art that transforms public spaces and individual lives. Since its inception in 1984, Mural […]
There is this awesome performance space in University City that’s home to several performing arts companies, dance classes and great rental space. The Community Education Center (CEC for short) is in need of community support. They are currently enrolled in a competition through Maxwell House where the grand prize is a $50,000 building make-over. This […]
Last week I heard the heartbreaking story of a pregnant woman who was involved in a head on collision with a distracted driver. Sadly neither she nor her unborn child survived the accident. The woman, Toni Bolis, has a two year old daughter who will now grow up without her mom and will never meet […]
It’s after 5pm, work is done for most and the city is alive with movers and shakers. Some are moving from the grind to unwind while others are shaking off the days events, stress, meetings, obligations and sweat. It’s “me” time! Time for “me” to live, breathe, see and do. The hot air may be […]
Sitting on the corner of 7th & Arch is one of the many historical gems of Philadelphia; The African American Museum has been a fixture on that corner for 35 years. The museum has been home to many interesting and interactive exhibits, parties and special events over the years. This summer the museum is hosting […]
There is a serious youth movement brewing in Philadelphia. It’s an awesome site to see especially in light of the amount of negative press the youth receive for bad behavior. “Just” Greg Corbin and his lyrically and socially conscious crew have rallied many talented young adults from our area to form The Philly Youth Poetry […]
Ledisi is one sangin’ sista! The New Orleans native may not have the name recognition of Mary J Blige or Alicia Keys but she is certainly worthy of it. Those who know the power of her voice, and who live in the Philadelphia area, will be happy to know that she will be in town […]
Here is this week’s featured poet in the poetry corner: Safiya Washington 2011 PYPM Slam Team Member Safiya Washington, 16, is a high school senior at Aya Educational Institute, originally from Brooklyn, NY. She has been involved with PYPM for about a year after hearing about workshops from a friend. She enjoys writing because to […]
It’s Friday night at 8pm. My producer Donavan and I are sitting in the front row of The Painted Bride Art Center; neither of us knew what to expect from the performance that was about to take place. All I knew was that the show was about the thoughts and fears of men as they […]