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2017

The Julius Irving Golf Classic

 

This year, the 3rd Annual Julius Erving Golf Classic went down Sept. 9-11, at the Logan Philadelphia… read more


July 18, 2017
Black Guns Matter – Summer School
Monday, July 24, 2017

On Monday July 24th, North Philly activist & Hip Hop artist, Maj Toure and co-host The Missing Plug bring you BGM Summer… read more


May 3, 2017
Preakness at the Piazza
Sunday, May 20st 5pm – 9:30pm

After four successful years and over $471,000 raised for charity, the highly anticipated Preakness at the Piazza returns… read more


May 3, 2017
Mom Your Business
May 12th, 6pm-9pm

Woman UP is a networking platform founded by public relations consultant Shari Williams and “Socialpreneur”… read more


2016

December 1, 2016
Soul Comedy welcomes Dick Gregory at Warmdaddy’s

On Wednesday, October 26th, Soul Comedy and Warmdaddy’s welcomed comedian, activist and educator, Dick Gregory who is the author of… read more


August 29, 2016
J1-Con 2016
Saturday, September 17, 2016

This year, J1-Con 2016 is back for their first 2 day!!! read more


August 29, 2016
WJMS Radio Launch Party
Saturday, October 1, 2016

WJMS Radio officially kicks off it’s launch party October 1, 2016 at the The Let Out Lounge. Expect performances by their… read more


August 5, 2016
DNC Day 4

Day 4 brings us the final moments of the Democratic National Convention held here in Philadelphia. We witnessed Roland Martin of News One… read more


August 5, 2016
DNC Day 3

One of the most anticipated days of the DNC, Day 3 made sure to rain supreme with the passionate speech by President Barack Obama. Not only… read more


July 27, 2016
DNC Day 1

Day 1 of the DNC brought to Philadelphia protests, activities for kids at Dilworth Park along with the Jay Walk, an inflated joint held by… read more


July 27, 2016
DNC Day 2

Main Course PHL was at ground zero for the Democratic National Convention. On Day 2 we encountered Jerry Springer, Congressman John Lewis… read more


July 14, 2016
The Film and Theatre Exchange Networking Event

 

The Film and Theatre Exchange… read more


July 3, 2016
AMF Creatives
Thursday, July 7, 2016

Every first Thursday of the month catch AMF (Art, Media, Fashion) Creatives spear headed by Troy Goodwin… read more


June 1, 2016
Music Makes Me Happy Philadelphia 2016
by Bryan Carter

On Thursday, February 18, 2016, Music Makes Me Happy brought together creatives, activists, and educators for a night of music… read more


May 26, 2016
Soulful Sound Series: Philly Soul Panel Discussion
June 14, 2016

In celebration of Black Music Month… read more


April 27, 2016
Solutionary Gun License Drive
Monday, May 21, 2016

Leveraging Maj Toure’s notoriety and “street smarts”, the goal of the drive is to educate and inspire Maj’s fans on the benefits… read more


March 22, 2016
Freedom Theatre presents Who Stabbed King?
Tuesday, March 22, 2016

This play reading series takes works that have been historically bypassed and places… read more


March 1, 2016
Freedom Theatre presents Freedom Speaks
Monday, March 7, 2016

A monthly artistic salon, held the first Monday of each month, where we gather American Theatre artists and activists of all… read more


February 6, 2016
Back 2 Love Valentine’s Day Masquerade Party
Sunday, February 14, 2016

On Sunday, February 14th, 2016 from 7pm to 11pm, DPJeter presents “Back 2 Love,” a Valentine’s Day Masquerade, benefiting… read more


February 6, 2016
Winter Brawl X
Sunday, February 14, 2016

Presented by Big E Gaming, we celebrate… read more


2015

November 9, 2015
Artoberfest

On Friday, October 30th, The collective known as “I Am Art Team” celebrated all forms of art during Artoberfest, an evening of music, dance, street art… read more


October 13, 2015
NorthEast Championships 16
Dec 11th – 13th

Big E Presents The NorthEast Championships 16! Do you have what it takes to win the pot!?!? read more


October 9, 2015
Complexions Contemporary Ballet
October 14 – 18, 2015

 

The leading presenter of world-class… read more


October 9, 2015
The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator
Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Learn from three groundbreaking brand owners and Melissa Hall about what it takes to break through in the industry… read more


October 7, 2015
Thy Geekdom Con
Sat. Nov 14, 2015
A pop culture comic con presented by the Gaming Infirmary is… read more


September 4, 2015
J1-Con 2015
Sunday, September 20th, 2pm – 10pm

J1-Con is Philadelphia’s #1 ALL AGES anime convention. This is a convention held by nerds for nerds!!! read more


September 4, 2015
Stephen Bruce: Phenomenal Metal Works
Saturday, September 12th, 6pm – 9pm

Since he started showing his work June of 2006, Bruce’s acid paintings have become a symbol of art and culture… read more


July 28, 2015
VonGeeFLY – Fashion For a Cause
Saturday, August 22 2015, 4:30pm – 9pm

Chavonna James and Regina Spady of VonGeeFLY will present VonGeeFLY Launch Charity + Artists Musical Showcase… read more


July 28, 2015
State of the Black Parent Conference
Saturday, September 19 2015

Focusing on Education, Economics and Enterprise the State of the Black Parent Conference is here to provide resources… read more


May 20, 2015
Freedom Theatre – Ursula Rucker in My Father’s Daughter

Join Freedom Theatre Friday May 22 and Friday May 23 for Ursula Rucker in My Father’s Daughter directed by Jenny Tibbits!!! read more


April 02, 2015
2015 Philadelphia Tattoo Convention
by Catherine Carrozza

The 17th Annual Philadelphia Tattoo Arts Convention, brought to you by Villain Arts ran from February 13- 15 at the Convention Center… read more


April 20, 2015
Grand Agent 40th Birthday Bash and Album Release Party
Saturday May 16, 9pm – 2am

INTERWORLD and STONE PERSPECTIVE MEDIA will host The GA40 BIRTHDAY BASH & Release Party at Voltage Lounge, 421 N. 7th St. (Next door to The Electric Factory)… read more


April 13, 2015
Philly Tech Week
April 17 – 25

This is a celebration of the broad Philadelphia technology community with all of Philly Tech Week’s attendees, sponsors and organizers… read more


April 13, 2015
The Rad Awards
Saturday, April 18 7pm – 10pm

The first annual Rad Awards is a celebration hosted by Rad-Girls.com honoring women who inspire others in the fields of technology… read more


April 10, 2015
J1-Con Music Fest 2015
Sunday, May 31st 12pm – 8pm

Philadelphia’s #1 ALL AGES anime convention is now creating a new event… THE MUSIC FEST!!! read more


March 23, 2015
Visions of Broadway on Broad Street
Tuesday March 28, 8pm – 9pm

This weekend enjoy Founder’s Day at Freedom Theatre, the nation’s older African American theatre!!! read more


March 19, 2015
Crossfit Love Fitness Fair
Tuesday March 24, 5pm – 7pm

Summer is right around the corner! The Crossfit Love Fitness Fair at The Market & Shops at Comcast Center is the perfect… read more


March 19, 2015
Pretty in the City
Saturday March 28, 4pm – 8pm

On Saturday, March 28, 2015, Gurlification seeks to redefine being ladylike with Pretty in the City, a fashion and music event designed… read more


January 26, 2015
Step Into Greatness Tour Feat Eric Thomas
Sunday March 22nd 11:30am – 4:30pm

The Step Into Greatness Tour has arrived featuring world renowned motivational speaker Eric Thomas (@EtTheHipHopPreacher)… read more


2014

October 13, 2014
Philadelphia’s Anime Convention: J1-Con
by David Cherry

For a long time, Philadelphia really hasn’t had a convention for its anime community, but now, that might have changed… read more


May 23, 2014
Philadelphia Children’s Alliance 2014 Bear Affair
by Lissa Alicia

The Philadelphia Children’s Alliance (PCA) may be one of the city’s most outstanding non-profit organizations… read more


April 24, 2014
The First Annual Fantasy Hair Gala
by Jamillia Kamara

On a brisk Sunday evening, Michelle “The Stylist” Edmonds hosted the first annual Fantasy Hair Gala at the African American… read more


April 18, 2014
The Philadelphia Film Society: Utopia for Cinema Lovers and Creators
by Dariel Figueroa

The Philadelphia Film Society (PFS) is the manna yielded from the golden cinematic deities… read more


April 10, 2014
Hometown Hero Turns Tragedy into Tradition
by Jamillia Kamara

On Monday nights at 18th and Vine, you will find Tanika Little and her team feeding the homeless like they were guests at an elite… read more


April 10, 2014
ConKerr Cancer PJ Party Recap
by Nova Sankofa

As soon as I entered the Please Touch Museum where the Conkerr Cancer Pajama Party was being held, the sound of upbeat… read more


April 05, 2014
Chief Anderson Benefit Concert Bryn Mawr College – McPherson Auditorium
by Gina Lee

On March 13, 2014, at Bryn Mawr College’s… read more


March 29, 2014
Philadelphia Red Carpet Party: 86th Academy Award Celebration
by Gina Lee

On Sunday, March 2, in light of the 86th Academy Awards, Philadelphia Style Magazine hosted its third annual Philadelphia… read more


March 18, 2014
ConKerr Cancer Pajama Party
by Nova Sankofa

Friday, March 21, from 6-9 pm, children of all ages (both with and without illness) and their loved ones are welcome to… read more


March 18, 2014
ARTiculture: Where Flowers and Visual Art Unite
by Melissa Simpson

Frigid cold and seemingly endless bouts of snowfall did not stop The Philadelphia Horticultural Society (PHS)… read more


February 1, 2014
Paint and Poetry for a Purpose
by Jamillia Kamara

The earthy smells of fresh herbs, organic soaps, and the smiling eyes of Nehemiah Davis immediately greeted me after… read more


2013

December 9, 2013
Catch Me If You Can
by Kyle Morris

Monday, December 9 was a night when lies were acceptable. If you could distinguish the lie from the truth while caught… read more


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