Open Treasures Found at TRUNC Artisans: A Black Business Spotlight
There is a well curated, locally made shop featuring home accessories, furniture, apothecary, art and jewelry nestled in the heart of Northern Liberties, called TRUNC Artisans.
Diamante "Dimo" Ortiz
Dimo Ortiz (She/They) is a Philly poet, journalist, and organizer exploring grief, gender, and Afro-Boricua heritage. They founded Protest PHL, host open mics, and write Notes to Self, reflecting on life, self-love, and storytelling.
In Healing Color: The 4th Annual United We Heal Film Festival
Just one day after Juneteenth, otherwise known as the “Black Independence Day,” celebrations in Philadelphia still held up, with laughter, cheers and most importantly, how healing in Blackness is portrayed on screen…
Piercing The Veil In Philly: A Juneteenth Festival Recap
On a balmy and bright Saturday afternoon was the fifth annual InterNASHional Bounce Juneteenth Festival.
Reaping Our Reparations? A Recap of “The Cost of Inheritance” Screening
On the eve of the Army’s 250th birthday—right here in the birthplace of American democracy…Freedom rang a different kind of tune in Philadelphia.
All Is Fair In Love and Sin
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners features female-led performances exploring Black women’s sexuality, inviting audiences to rethink love, desire, and societal judgment.
A Taste of Philadelphia At The Roots Picnic With the Band Snacktime
As we entered into the second sun-soaked day during the 17th Annual Roots Picnic festival, a familiar brass blast echoed across The Mann’s Presser Stage. But, it wasn’t just any band warming up the crowd for soundcheck—it was Snacktime, Philadelphia’s own R&B-funk collective