Posted on May 18, 2015 by Allison Denenberg While most people are excited about the approach of warm weather, this time of year is particularly trying for animal shelters. In the spring and summer months, shelters across the country are flooded with litters of newly born kittens. Although being surrounded by hundreds of tiny balls… Continue reading Allison Denenberg: Noble PAWS
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Alexis Borden: How the Other Half Lives
Posted on May 4, 2015 by Alexis Borden One of the major problems in Philadelphia is Poverty. Twenty-eight percent (28%) of Philadelphians live below the federal poverty level, including 39% of children, 27% of work-age adults and 17% of seniors. The United States is the richest nation, yet millions of Americans live below the… Continue reading Alexis Borden: How the Other Half Lives
Allison Denenberg: Focus
Posted on April 22, 2015 by Allison Denenberg As a Philadelphia native, sometimes I forget to appreciate the beauty of my hometown. When you walk past something all the time, if you’re too distracted by your own thoughts, or if you’re merely in a hurry, it’s easy to ignore your surroundings. However, by taking a… Continue reading Allison Denenberg: Focus
Victoria Meyer: Have a Good Life
Posted on April 16, 2015 by Victoria Meyer I recently had the pleasure of meeting Isaiah Zagar –first through his mosaics, and later face-to-face. Our first introduction was on a sunny day in February. For the first time in weeks, the sun peeked through the grey sky and batted a lash towards spring. Having survived… Continue reading Victoria Meyer: Have a Good Life
MaryRose Croddick: Franklin Field
Posted on April 13, 2015 by MaryRose Croddick Franklin Field is one of the most historic athletic arenas in all of college sports. The field dates back all the way to 1895 when it was built for the viewing of the Penn Relays. The relays are still held there to this day and it is… Continue reading MaryRose Croddick: Franklin Field