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Category Archives: Philadelphia
Anastasio II Seafood
There’s nothing I love more than hand painted signs – Italian Market, Philadelphia.
Posted in Food, Italian Market, News, Philadelphia
Tagged 9th Street, Anastasio II Seafood, hand painted signs, Italian Market, South Philly
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DUCKWORK
Back in the fall of 1981 when I was starting my freshman year at The Philadelphia College of Art, DUCKWORK was the school’s quasi-official newspaper. It was produced by some of the fellows who went on to become independent comic … Continue reading
Last of the Mohicans
Bay passed away about a month ago. He was part of a group of neighborhood guys who held court in the park at the end of our street. Weather permitting, they’d gather with coffee, a deck of cards, and engage … Continue reading
Posted in News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged neighbors, South Philly, the guys in the park
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19th & Chestnut 30 Years Ago
30 Years ago, I started working at a place at 20th and Chestnut and about a block east of that, a portion of the movie Philadelphia was being shot. The character that Denzel Washington played in the movie had a … Continue reading
Posted in Blast from the Past, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged 1992, 19th, Chestnut, movie, Philadelphia, theater
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Block Party Sign
Seen on League Street – I love handprinted signs!
Posted in News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged Bella Vista, handprinted signs, South Philly
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Italian Market Festival 2022
After two years, The Italian Market Festival returned to 9th Street over the weekend. Despite the high temperatures, turn out was tremendous. The food, entertainment, and people watching did not disappoint! More photos behind the cut.
Posted in Food, Italian Market, News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged 9th Street, ethnic food, Food, ham, Italian Market, Italian Market Festival 2022, Jerry Blavat, pig, pigs, pork, roast pork, sandwich, South Philly
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The Italian Market Festival 2022
After two years, The Italian Market Festival is back! Today was the first day, and it continues on into tomorrow. If you’re in the area, check it out!


