A Guide To The 2013 Philadelphia International Festival Of The Arts (PIFA)
This year, one of Philadelphia's most anticipated biennial events returns to the Avenue of the Arts, and the theme is "If You Had a Time Machine."
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This year, one of Philadelphia's most anticipated biennial events returns to the Avenue of the Arts, and the theme is "If You Had a Time Machine."
For the past 28 years, Art Sanctuary has held in Celebration of Black Writing Festival, but this year they've made a big change.
April is National Poetry Month. Whether you are an accomplished or novice poet, or you just have a real love for the spoken word, April offers up the blooming talents of many artists in Philadelphia.
Celebrate the culture of Japan against a backdrop of gorgeous flowers at this year's Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival.
Many directors got their start on Broad Street before they hit Broadway.
By this summer, there will be a new venue in Philadelphia for film screenings and there isn't a bad seat in the house.
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is teaming up with the Greater Philadelphia Film Office to begin showing movies at their venue.
Auguste Rodin's "The Burghers of Calais" was set down with a giant crane Friday at the museum, which recently completed a three-year renovation inside and out.
On Tuesday, the NCC's officials announced that a new exhibit, titled "1968," will be featured this June through September, and it will focus on a turbulent year in American history.
This spring, there are numerous festivals and events throughout the city and surrounding suburbs.You might want to start planning your calendar now.
Two Bucks County artists will have their work featured at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts "Trunk Show" on Sunday, March 10th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The work by N.C. Wyeth was one of 16 illustrations made in 1929 for a translation of Homer's Greek classic "The Odyssey."
This March, celebrate Women's History Month with events and activities honoring local women of the past, present and future.
Philadelphia art collectors Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz have amassed an an impressive collection of "outsider" art which is being prepared for exhibition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Since 1829, the Philadelphia Flower Show has been the place to go see the latest in flowers and plants -- and a great way to dispel midwinter doldrums.
After 17 years, the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe is getting a makeover.
The Philadelphia area has bred some of the best known comics such as Bill Cosby, Kevin Hart, Tina Fey and Bob Saget.
The National Constitution Center is celebrating Women's History Month in March with a unique look at the achievements, leadership and courage of the nation's women, past and present.
An exhibit of Spanish Jewish culture kicks off Sunday at the Gershman Y on Broad Street and there will be a free opening reception on Feb. 21st.
Philadelphia is a historic city that offers numerous places to immerse yourself in history, from where the Declaration of Independence was signed to the Liberty Bell and the National Constitution Center. Here are some of the best places to learn in Philadelphia.
Grab your sweetheart for some fun on Valentine's weekend in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs.
Every February, the City of Brotherly Love allows Philadelphians a chance to learn about and celebrate African American artists, authors, leaders and, most notably, those who have struggled against all odds to have the freedoms all Americans enjoy today.
Here is an eclectic list of offerings this spring, designed to entice novice theatergoers as well as seasoned ticket holders.
USA Today's Best of Philadelphia recently named Haddonfield's "Haddy" the dinosaur a hidden gem in its "Best of South Jersey" section.
This is where to go in Philly to get the best lessons and find the most popular knitting communities.
Crews are responding to a burning restaurant on the 4200 block of Whitaker Avenue on Friday morning.
In a message to parents Thursday night, Cheltenham School District Supt. Brian Scriven said about 19 students witnessed the Sept. 3, 2025 assault and made no attempts to stop it.
Arctic air is bringing bitter cold to the Philly area on Friday before snow showers on Saturday morning.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
Crews are responding to a burning restaurant on the 4200 block of Whitaker Avenue on Friday morning.
In a message to parents Thursday night, Cheltenham School District Supt. Brian Scriven said about 19 students witnessed the Sept. 3, 2025 assault and made no attempts to stop it.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Arctic air is bringing bitter cold to the Philly area on Friday before snow showers on Saturday morning.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
Crews are responding to a burning restaurant on the 4200 block of Whitaker Avenue on Friday morning.
In a message to parents Thursday night, Cheltenham School District Supt. Brian Scriven said about 19 students witnessed the Sept. 3, 2025 assault and made no attempts to stop it.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
Center City District Restaurant Week returns this weekend with more than 120 locations offering discounted dining deals.
Construction is underway at Ryan's Rise Up Café in Glen Mills with the goal of creating opportunities for people with disabilities.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Fairmount Park has left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night, Philadelphia police said.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
The Phillies signed Venezuelan outfielder Francisco Renteria, the No. 3 overall prospect in MLB Pipeline's international rankings.
The Philadelphia Eagles need a new offensive coordinator after moving on from Kevin Patullo.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Tammie Souza says Friday in the Philadelphia region will be bitterly cold as an Arctic blast hits the Delaware Valley. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
The family of Fanta Bility continued to honor the little girl's legacy Thursday in Sharon Hill.
The deadly crash on Lincoln Drive is under investigation.
A South Jersey mom surprised her son with Eagles tickets Sunday, and it turned into a nightmare. When they left the game, her car was gone. She thought it was stolen, but police told her it was courtesy-towed.
Tammie Souza has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a blustery Thursday night.