La Salle University’s art museum in East Germantown is displaying a selection of its permanent collection of over 5,000 works of art by Black artists, including pieces by Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, and Barbara Bullock, to celebrate Black History Month.
Jan Matthews’ one-year-old boutique, The Art is in the Hat, at Maplewood Mall, features unique hats and statement jewelry and celebrates February 17 with festivities. Matthews reflected on her journey of patience, passion, and persistence with GIH.
Participatory Defense helps people navigate the justice system for better outcomes. Here’s more about the hubs and where to find them.
It’s officially February, which means it’s Black History Month! When it comes to Black History, there is no shortage in Germantown, from historic homes to literary residents. GIH has compiled a running list of BHM events happening around G-Town this month.
Pole Empress in Germantown celebrates fifth anniversary with a student and teacher showcase this Saturday.
Explore the welcoming community of Germantown Art & Sound, a quarterly art exhibit, where artists gather to share their work, connect, and support each other, fostering community and creative collaboration.
Perfectly Flawless Boutique is a small fashion haven in Germantown. Owner Crystal Jackson strives to enact social good by offering discounts on her merchandise to customers if they bring old clothes, which will be repurposed to those who need them for free.
As we step into a new year, Germantown is poised for exciting developments and community-driven initiatives. Here’s a glimpse of what to anticipate between now and December 31.
Comcast RISE empowers Germantown businesses, like Fergie’s Instructional Training and Kinesics Dance Dynamics, with $5,000 grants for growth and community impact.
Local grief coach and death-midwife Naila Francis shares tips and thoughts with Germantown Info Hub about carrying grief this holiday season.
Philly Truce ran from August 26 through November 7, hoping to reignite a sense of community. Mazzie Casher shares some of his takeaways from the peace patrols and some Germantown neighbors lend their thoughts, too.