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The Tumble by Robert Goodman

Boosting creativity at the intersection of art and community

The Knight Arts challenge continues to foster some of Philadelphia most creative projects. Here are three of this year's winners, all working to make Philadelphia a more interesting, stimulating and engaging place.

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On the Ground: Circus Arts thrive in Germantown

Whether you're looking to swing through the air or impress friends with killer juggling skills, the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts welcomes all comers -- including yearly interns from nearby Mastery Charter School.

Shelley Spector at the NextFab space

Inventing the Future: Local makers flex their talents at the city's 'gym for innovators'

NextFab Studio, Philly's open-to-all high-tech workshop, has new digs packed with 3-D printers, industrial textile machines, revolutionary software and much more.

Johnson takes a moment to play

Q&A: Jeri Lynne Johnson of Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra

A local conductor breaks down barriers, working to make classical music more inclusive, diverse and interactive.

Sandy Salzman in her Fishtown Office

A Fishtown native helps steward her neighborhood's radical revitalization

Sandy Salzman, Executive Director of the New Kensington Community Development Corporation, is a key force behind the stunning changes happening along Frankford Avenue and throughout Fishtown.

Robert Mason, Khalil Boyd, and Bailey Ricks inspect the growth of their wall garden with Claire Cohen.

Schools of Success: Filling Needs at Belmont Charter

Principal Claire Cohen meets students "where they are," developing collaborations that address many dire needs in West Philly.

Maori Karmael Holmes

Building BlackStar: Maori Karmael Holmes on City's Newest Film Fest

Her goal is to shine a light on work by and about people of African descent in a global context, and she has assembled an impressive lineup of films that will be screened at the African-American Museum, Art Sanctuary, and International House on Aug. 2-5. Just don't make her sing.

Lancaster

ON THE GROUND: A Photographer's Dream from Lancaster Ave. to Lincoln Highway

Drexel grad Mike Arrison's inspired work is on display for Second Friday at our On the Ground space at 4017 Lancaster.

J. Rudy Flesher, Amy Kiyota, Chris Alfano, Jamira Burley

Meet Four of Philadelphia's Next-Generation Leaders

We scouted out young talent in Philadelphia who are engaged in transformative work and figure to be among the city's next leaders.

Jeff Jordan

ON THE GROUND: LGBT Church's Pastor Leads Parade of Celebration

Reverend Jeff Jordan and his partner David Pickett are also helping organize and mobilize voters in West Philadelphia where others dare not campaign.

Art for the cash poor

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Reelabilities, Public Pianos, Art for Cash Poor

Films that reveal and inspire, 704 keys that don't play themselves, and some of the best art made in the city at bargain prices.

Bonnie Macallister

ON THE GROUND: Call For Artists for Exhibition at 4017 Lancaster

Bonnie MacAllister returns to the site of last fall's exhibit for LOOK! to help curate Flying Kite's inaugural exhibit: Transformation 19104.

Jason Mercado - Just Cookies

A Philadelphia Homeless Man's Path to Entrepreneurship

Utilizing free resources and unwavering determination, Jason Mercado is a kitchen inspection away from launching Just Cookies.

Art Star

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Free Speech, Brewerytown Spring, Art Stars

See this year's best film on free speech and get crafty with mom with hundreds of vendors and lots of music and good food across the city.

Redevelopment from Spring Garden St, headed north

Are Pieces Finally in Place for North Broad's Renaissance?

Between Temple University and Spring Garden Street, recent developments seem to be creating a cultural and educational destination. 
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