Trees are a vital part of our environment. Here’s how to support tree efforts.
The majority of Kensington doesn’t have enough street trees compared to other neighborhoods in the city. However, there…
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Philadelphia resources for people in recovery or addiction: A community-vetted local guide
Editor’s Note: This resource was originally published by the nonprofit newsroom Billy Penn. The easiest-to-find addiction resources are…
Take a book, leave a book: Where to find little libraries around Kensington
Free little libraries have the potential to transform a neighborhood’s reading resources. Usually recognizable by their small wooden…
Here’s where to celebrate the winter holidays in Kensington
As the year comes to a close and another one begins, community members are celebrating their favorite holidays…
Kensington’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Our annual holiday shopping guide is filled with ideas for where to shop locally in Kensington, especially if…
Kensington Library hosts literacy program for Spanish speakers
Listen to this article above. Leamos, a literacy program for native Spanish speakers, teaches participants how to read…
Here’s where to find fun fall events in Kensington
The fall months are full of events honoring seasonal celebrations such as the autumn harvest, Halloween, and Día…
Philly students: McPherson Square Library created an online tool for high school choice
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on Oct. 30, 2020, and updated on Oct. 14, 2022. In…
Where to find free food and produce in Kensington this fall
Harvest season has begun in Philadelphia. Many Kensington community gardens, food distributions, and food pantries will be overflowing…
Where to get free school supplies in (mostly North) Philly, plus where to donate school supplies, too
Editor’s note: This story was originally published on Aug. 11, 2022, and updated on Aug. 24, 2022. As…