Tag Archives: Italian Market

House of Hams

Posted on February 6, 2019 by Tina Garceau

This magnificent sign hangs at Guy Giordano & Sons’ store at 1037 South 9th Street. There’s something appealing about the human touch of a hand painted sign. In this day and age of temporary vinyl signs cranked out by machines, … Continue reading →

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Cold Snap!

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Tina Garceau

The polar vortex that has gripped much of the nation has arrived in Philadelphia. Temperatures are in the single digits. The cat is burrowed under a blanket on the sofa, when he’s not sitting on the radiator keeping tabs on … Continue reading →

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Street Art

Posted on January 16, 2019 by Tina Garceau

Art on 9th Street – unfortunately, no signature.

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Saturday Produce

Posted on September 29, 2018 by Tina Garceau

A cool, crisp autumn morning on 9th Street – they weren’t on the list, but these carrots came home with us!

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Autumn Comes to 9th Street

Posted on September 25, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Nothing says fall like the aroma of a giant bin of freshly picked apples!

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Bride & Groom on 9th Street

Posted on September 23, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Newly married couple getting photos taken on 9th Street yesterday afternoon.

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Looking South – Freezer Orders Filled

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Neon sign in the window of Cappuccio’s Meats – a fixture on 9th Street since 1920. Their sausage selection is nothing short of amazing!

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C&S Discount

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Tina Garceau

One of my favorite stores on 9th Street has closed, and it breaks my heart. C&S Discount has been an anchor on the corner of 9th and Carpenter for forty years, unfortunately the building has been sold and they’ve lost … Continue reading →

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Tiled Entryways Part III

Posted on June 21, 2018 by Tina Garceau

Since I began shooting these tiled entryways, I now find myself running into them all over the neighborhood. This green and white beauty, almost serves as a welcome mat to a private residence, while the two under the cut provide … Continue reading →

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