Photos courtesy of Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival Reel to Real by Nancy Chen Last year was, again, the hottest year on record. And yet, at a moment when environmental concerns at home and around the world seem to be mounting, President Donald Trump is following up on his campaign promises to repeal environmental regulations and
MoreHerb Heaven by Lauren Johnson When it comes to gardening, herbs do so much more than add culinary flair. Not only do they add kick to a dish, they offer health benefits for us and our environment, as well. The Pennsylvania Herb and Garden Festival, held in York, kicks off its 19th year this spring.
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Chestnut Hill Looks to Next 20 Years as Philly’s Garden District by Lauren Johnson In an area teeming with natural, architectural and cultural attractions, the Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Festival, held this year on May 7, offers a unique chance for visitors to experience it all in full bloom. Not only does this one-day
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Photo courtesy of Carnaval de Puebla/Philatinos Radio Carnaval de Puebla Canceled by Nancy Chen Carnaval de Puebla, among the most prominent public celebrations of Mexican culture in Philadelphia, will be canceled this year. Organizers stated via the Carnaval de Puebla Facebook page that they took action because of the climate of uncertainty for members of
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Illustration by Jameela Wahlgren Keeping Our Connection to Sun and Seed by Ryan Kuck Every year come tax time I have to pause for a long while when the 1040 asks for my occupation. At first the mild rebellion of writing “urban farmer” was alluring, imagining that someone in some deep office had to scratch
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Farm Stand to Table by Emily Kovach Sitting alongside the stellar produce at the city’s farmers markets, you’ll find some of the best artisan food in the Philadelphia region. Headhouse Square2nd & Lombard Weighing in at over 40 vendors, this bustling Sunday market is one of the largest in Philadelphia. Located under the historic Shambles
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Illustration by Julia Tran 1. Say hello to your local farmersIt’s that time of year again when the farm stands are back across the city. Get back in the habit of a weekly trip to your nearby market. 2. Clean up the creekMariposa Food Co-op, Philadelphia Water, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, and United By Blue
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Environmental Groups See Bleak Outlook for Clean WaterA 16-state comparison and analysis by PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center gave Pennsylvania a grade of “F” when it comes to preventing lead in drinking water in the commonwealth’s schools. When 40 schools were recently tested in Philadelphia, 14 percent exceeded the EPA’s lead action level limit of
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Spring’s First Stalks by Brian Ricci Oh, April! Named for Aphrodite—the goddess of love— how I’ve missed you. With April’s return we mark the re-emergence of foodstuffs green, delicate and delicious. I’m thinking of the first cuttings of fragrant chervil, peppery watercress and chlorophyllic fiddlehead ferns—but at the top of my list stands the first
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All About the Eggs by Anna Herman These longer days bring a promise of renewal and warmth—the promise of plenty—and have been cause for celebration in most cultures throughout history. As a sure sign of rebirth, the egg—a natural wonder—became an important symbol of this happiness and joy and fertility that heralds spring’s arrival. Eggs
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