Grant BLVD

Spend your Earth Day at Grant Blvd’s Flagship Store Opening in University City!It’s time to celebrate the opening of Grant Blvd’s new flagship store in University City! Dr. Kimberly McGlonn, Grant Blvd’s Founder, would love to invite you to join their Earth Day party. You’ll get a first look at the new clothing line (exclusively made and sold in Philadelphia), explore their evolving approach to fashion as activism, and to experience their thoughtfully curated and luxurious space at 140 S. 34th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. There will be bottles of bubbly and sweets sponsored by the baker of Beyonce’s bday

SS23 “Radiant Revival” - Embrace your true colors and bloom into your most authentic self with Grant BLVD.Still riding the waves of an incredible fashion show at Longwood Gardens, we've got a collection for you inspired by bold blooms and breezy beach vibes! Just in time for your end of summer excursions and your Diner En Blanc plans, Grant Blvd's Summer '23 collection is exactly the wardrobe update that your closet needs. On July 15th Grant Blvd is hosting a collection launch event in store and you're invited. Join the party by clicking the link to sign up!More on the

Tour the History of Fashion as Activism From Then to NowWhen you think of Philly do you think of fashion? After this small walking group tour, thinking of fashion will become second nature. Journey through fashion's history learning about its place in protests and activist movements going all the way back to the 1950's until now. Fashion as Activism, an immersive shoppable tour will start at Blk Ivy Thrift located at 3605 Lancaster Avenue and conclude at Grant BLVD located at 140 S. 34th Street. For this very special experience you'll be guided by educator, fashion activist and CEO of

Blk Ivy Thrift and Philadelphia Printworks Presents to you: The Preservation Project!In commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington we've teamed up with the phenomenal Philadelphia Printworks to create this special capsule collection. The Preservation Project will feature special edition commemorative tee-shirts available in store to purchase at Blk Ivy Thrift. All proceeds will be split evenly between Philadelphia Printworks and Blk Ivy Thrift as we are equal partners in creating The Preservation Project. As we gear up for the collection going live, we're hosting a collection launch party on Saturday, September 2nd from 2pm-6pm at 3605

In Celebration of Black Joy Month Join Us for our First Open Mic Night SeriesCalling all poets and poetry lovers! We look forward to celebrating #BlackJoyMonth (and our one year anniversary!) with our beloved community all February long, and kicking off the festivities will be our first ever open mic, hosted by @mayaisangelique on Saturday, February 10th at 6:30pm!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served, so come join us for a drink and a vibe, on the house!We kindly ask our performers to prepare to recite pieces surrounding joy, optimism, liberation and progress for our people.Due to the intimate

Blk Ivy Thrift Presents the Second Installment of Our Open Mic Night SeriesIn honor of the women who have mothered us, and the women that we want to be.You asked, and we delivered! The second installment of our open mic series is here in time for Women’s HERStory Month, on Saturday, March 23rd at 6:30pm! This event is open to ALL who are looking to honor the women in their lives.Complimentary beverages will be available to attendees, and we are asking all performers to prepare pieces inspired by this month’s theme! (pink heart & bouquet emojis)Important: Due to the intimate

Celebrating 5 Years in FashionWe're coming up on our 5 year anniversary and we're taking a look back on all that we've accomplished to date:-Created thousands of hours of living wage work-Produced 16 collections (all produced exclusively in Philly)-Established in house sampling, pattern making, cutting & sewing capacity-Became the 1st Black-owned B Corp in North America in the fashion space (people x planet x profit)-Became the 1st Black-owned retailer on UPenn's campus-Hosted dozens of popups for small business owners-Launched FFF, first of its kind workforce development initiative in fashionAs we reflect on our impact thus far, we recognize that our

Get ready to showcase your talent and express yourself at our "An Open Mic Experience" event on May 11, 2024!Calling all poets and poetry lovers! We’re officially back live and better than ever with the third installment of our open mic series, hosted by @mayaisangelique on Saturday, May 11th at 6:30pm!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served, so come join us for a drink and a vibe, on the house!No theme for this event! Just bring your heart and your art! You don’t wanna miss this one!Tickets Online - $10.Tickets at the Door - $15.Important: Due to the intimate

Join us for our final summer open mic nightWe’re BACK with an end of summer shindig for the 4th installment of our open mic series! Hosted by @mayaisangelique at Blk Ivy Thrift on Friday, August 30th at 6:30pm!You DON’T wanna miss this one!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. For those performing, please prepare pieces surrounding FREEDOM, as this will be our theme for the evening!Important: Due to the intimate setting of the venue, seating is first come, first serve. We are encouraging all to register in advance, as we have been privileged to enjoy completely sold out experiences

Fall is here, and so too is our first poetry night of the season!It’s Fall Y’all! And we’re back with a new season of our monthly open mic offerings. October’s theme will be GROWTH, and we are looking forward to hearing and sharing pieces that align with change, healing, evolution, movement, and everything in between. Afterwards, we have a VERY exciting announcement to share that you don’t want to miss!!Complimentary beverages will be available to attendees, and we are asking all performers to prepare poetry inspired by this month’s theme!Important: Due to the intimate setting of the venue, seating is

Although many of us were not surprised by the outcome of Election Day, the weighted, collective sting of institutional bigotry and complete