Are you missing a lost loved one and wishing you could talk to them again? A unique traveling art installation, The Thread, is coming to Germantown to help you do just that. Using a disconnected rotary phone, you can speak to your loved ones, share memories, and find solace.
Social isolation is on the rise, but “third places” like cafes, parks, and libraries are the way to help break that upward curve, serving crucial for fostering community and creativity. These are the places outside of home & work where you may go to connect with others and exchange ideas.
Welcome to Blendini City, a vibrant world where humans and buildings live harmoniously, created by Mason Carter to celebrate diversity and the importance of preserving history through his unique artistic vision.
Chantelle Todman, a Miami native and longtime Philadelphia resident, found a deep sense of belonging in Germantown, where they founded Black.Bird.Rising, a community space dedicated to the healing of Black Queer and Trans folks, and shared their favorite local spots and activities with Germantown Info Hub.
Philly teens are hosting an art show called “Not Safe” For Teens, aiming to provide a platform for self-expression free from censorship.
Fred Lewis and David Schogel have been instrumental in leading the Senior Environment Corps (SEC) and expanding its environmental initiatives over the years.
The inaugural Germantown Arts District (GAD) Festival, spearheaded by local entrepreneur Kristen Clark, celebrated community creativity with a vibrant display of art, music, and performance, uniting Germantown residents and visitors in a joyous celebration of artistic expression.
Devyn Dais, a Philadelphia-based artist, uses her paintings to depict Black women in nature and promote body positivity, with her work set to be featured in the upcoming Germantown Art & Sound show.
In response to the tragic shooting of teenager Semaj Fields in Germantown, deli manager Justin Harris, also known as “The Hoagie Guy with the Tie,” took action, initiating the Operation Hug The Block—Uptown Chapter. This community-led initiative, inspired by the work of Philly Truce, aims to combat gun violence through nightly patrols and engagement starting April 18, 2024.
The Raise Your Pay East Germantown Initiative aims to increase wages and incomes of selected residents of East Germantown through a four-step plan created by a task force of employers and community organizations.
Andre Carroll is running for 201st Legislative District State Representative and could become the second openly Black gay male to serve as a PA State Rep.