May 14, 2013
Searching for well-worn flannel shirts, old vinyl records or handmade duct-tape wallets? Report directly to the Punk Rock Flea Market this weekend, May 18-19. Now spanning two days, the R5 Productions-organized market includes more than 500 private and commercial vendors peddling any sort of flea-market find imaginable — everything from old record collections and funky [...]
Read more»May 2, 2013
Philadelphia’s fantastic festival season continues this weekend as the South Street Headhouse District makes its first contribution to the mix with the district’s first spring festival, this Saturday, May 4, noon to 8 p.m. The South Street Headhouse District Spring Festival will takeover South Street between 2nd and 8th streets, and continue on the 2nd [...]
Read more»October 10, 2012
There’s no better place than Philadelphia if you’re in search of some of the most eccentric and authentic Halloween celebrations on offer anywhere. One of the oldest cities in the country doesn’t hold back on frightening encounters — this is considered one of the most haunted regions of North America. But whether you’re looking for [...]
Read more»June 7, 2012
It’s hard not to love vintage. Vintage wine. Vintage cars. But especially, vintage clothing. Fortunately, there is no shortage of vintage clothing stores in Philadelphia. Regardless of whether your retro style is Donna Reed or Donna Summer, there is surely a shop where you can find the perfect ensemble from a beloved bygone time. Our [...]
Read more»May 12, 2010
Philly AIDS Thrift (a favorite rummaging spot for Uwishunu blogger Rachel Knorr) and Philly Side Arts have teamed up to throw a fundraising benefit auction, and they want you artsy-type readers out there to participate. The benefit, entitled Summer of Love, will auction off Philadelphia-themed artwork from artists around the region. Right now, Philly AIDS [...]
Read more»April 1, 2010
There’s something uniquely appealing about purchasing an item with a history. Whether it’s investing in a well worn book by your favorite author with all of the best passages already highlighted, a gorgeous painting that has made its mark in countless homes before your own, or a one of a kind graphic t-shirt that was [...]
Read more»December 1, 2008
I remember the first time I went to Philly Aids Thrift (PAT) over two years ago: I bought a brown leather belt and a t-shirt that says “The Head Nut” and features a cartoon of a giant walnut. I also got a little overwhelmed because the seemingly small store houses a surprisingly wealth of used [...]
Read more»July 9, 2008
I remember the first time I went to Philly Aids Thrift (PAT) over two years ago: I bought a brown leather belt and a t-shirt that says “The Head Nut” and features a cartoon of a giant walnut. I also got a little overwhelmed because the seemingly small store houses a surprising wealth of used [...]
Read more»December 5, 2007
Our Illadates contest has come to an end! Our winners, Carl and Melissa, will be joining Mark and Audrey on a double date. They put together an incredibly fun and silly video to explain their suggestion, which involves the Institute of Contemporary Art, Bubble House, Black Cat Gift Shop, Pattaya Grill and The Rotunda. Editor’s [...]
Read more»December 3, 2007
The first time I met Leya, she told me that she doesn’t just make one type of craft, but switches mediums frequently depending on her mood. Thus one day she’ll make obi belts, and the next she’ll construct collaged shadow boxes. The day after that? Oh, maybe she’ll start a really cute line of children’s [...]
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