Art & Entertainment
Got That Swing
How local saxophonist, composer, and orchestra leader Jack Saint Clair found his rhythm. [more…]
Germantown
Health practitioners
Yoga Without Limits!
Bodies are human and imperfect — and that’s ok! Gentle, joyful, respectful yoga for all sizes, shapes, ages, and abilities. [more…]
Businesses and organizations
We Want YOU!
A free monthly newspaper for community and democracy seeks local hearts, minds, and spirits. [more…]
Businesses and organizations
On the Road to Healthy Pets
Vetter Mobile Pet Care comes to NW Philly with high hopes (and a little trepidation). By Kenny Huebsch, Vetter Pet Care Team member and dog lover. [more…]
Germantown history
Class from the Past
Discovering a new school where my old one was. [more…]
Businesses and organizations
A Bounty in Our Backyard
The Local heads to Germantown to sink in some serious local history at Second Saturday (and we found lots of other cool shit, too). [more…]
Local faces
Ready for Your Close-Up
East Falls’ favorite photographer launches stylish studio in nearby Germantown. We couldn’t be more excited for Caity MacLeod of “Captured By Caity” and also her wildly popular “East Falls Faces” profiles in the Local. She’s [more…]
Food and Drink
Hard Pressed to Drink Better
Last year we had a brewery open, this year it’s a cidery in nearby Germantown with cozy tasting room steeped in local history. BONUS: their fool-proof recipe you can try at home! UPDATE December [more…]
Development
NOSY NEIGHBOR REPORT: Alden Park’s Revamp in Progress
Historic local landmark gets $60 million overhaul, including a new pool, dog park, and a gourmet outdoor kitchen (?!) plus rumors of first-floor retail. What else is going on in this far corner of East Falls? [more…]