http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/ en Mon, 20 May 2013 07:56:58 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/images/styles/DeFraction/misc/rss.png http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/ http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36730-20-21st-sigel-st.html Sun, 19 May 2013 02:11:54 GMT Anyone know about this area? A friend said the rent is low but it could be an upcoming area Anyone know about this area? A friend said the rent is low but it could be an upcoming area ]]> South Philadelphia yassie http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36730-20-21st-sigel-st.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36725-flea-market-family-fun-day-today.html Sat, 18 May 2013 03:18:04 GMT The Friends of the Donatucci Branch will be holding their annual flea market & family fun day on Saturday May 18th from 9:30 Am to 3 PM.

-60 vendors
-Hot dogs, popcorn, pretzels, drinks and baked goods
-A visit by the Donatucci Library Lion
-Face painting with Becca from 11 Am to 1 PM

All proceeds benefit the Donatucci Branch Library.


Thomas F. Donatucci Sr. Branch
Free Library of Philadelphia
1935 Shunk St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
215-685-1755 ]]> South Philadelphia LibraryFriends http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36725-flea-market-family-fun-day-today.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36709-opinion-living-5th-carpenter.html Thu, 16 May 2013 19:25:30 GMT Hi all,

new to this section of the forum. I am looking to move to the passyunk Sq. area and found an awesome home at 5th & Carpenter. I was wondering if anyone had any experiences living at this cross-street. These houses surround the PHA homes between 4th &5th.

I personally have no issues with the area. I noticed young professional and college students living in the houses surrounding the PHA homes but wanted to share YOUR opinions with one of my roomates who is somewhat unfamiliar with Phila neighborhoods and the "block to block" scenario in our city.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!! ]]> South Philadelphia screamname http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36709-opinion-living-5th-carpenter.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36690-my-neighbor-planning-buying-dirtbike.html Wed, 15 May 2013 15:32:05 GMT and parking it in front of his house... lol.. He has a friend thats trying to sell him a dirtbike for 500$.. I am not really nosy, he just talks... and parking it in front of his house... lol..
He has a friend thats trying to sell him a dirtbike for 500$.. I am not really nosy, he just talks reallly loud. I know it must be a stolen bike, cause they just dont cost $500.
So what is my plan of action?
Wait till he buys it, then call 311? 911? mayors office?
If he is parking it out front of his house, I assume that means the city can confiscate it. If he parks it in the back I guess I would need to call in a tip about my neighbor recieving stolen property...

this neighbor is a pillhead/crackhead/druggy.. moved into a low rent house on the end of our block a year ago. they scream at their kids all day and night, and the kids are straight creepers... walking up to you, not saying anything ans staring at you.. they are often out of the house for extended periods with no supervision.. a 9 and a4 year old girls...

I am just about ready to call DHS on them too.
what can I do to help stop this situation before it starts? I am worried about vandalism or other retaliation towards all the neighbors, cause we are all sick of them since the first day they moved in. ]]> South Philadelphia readicculus http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36690-my-neighbor-planning-buying-dirtbike.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36675-circus-day-library-flea-market-family-fun-day-donatucci-library.html Tue, 14 May 2013 16:14:44 GMT The LEAP after school group will be celebrating Circus Day at the Donatucci Branch Library on Thursday, May 16 at 4:30 PM. Learn about the history... The LEAP after school group will be celebrating Circus Day at the Donatucci Branch Library on Thursday, May 16 at 4:30 PM. Learn about the history of the circus carnival while enjoying stories, games, food and face painting.

The Friends of the Donatucci Branch will be holding their annual flea market & family fun day on Saturday May 18th from 9:30 Am to 3 PM.

-60 vendors
-Hot dogs, popcorn, pretzels, drinks and baked goods
-A visit by the Donatucci Library Lion
-Face painting with Becca from 11 Am to 1 PM

All proceeds benefit the Donatucci Branch Library.


Thomas F. Donatucci Sr. Branch
Free Library of Philadelphia
1935 Shunk St
Philadelphia, PA 19145
215-685-1755 ]]> South Philadelphia LibraryFriends http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36675-circus-day-library-flea-market-family-fun-day-donatucci-library.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36660-43-unit-apartment-building-coming-2400-block-ellsworth.html Mon, 13 May 2013 21:00:11 GMT It was announced last year, but received SPHINC approval this month: 43 apartments coming to desolate Point Breeze block | Passyunk Post... It was announced last year, but received SPHINC approval this month: 43 apartments coming to desolate Point Breeze block | Passyunk Post

According to the article, once building permits are approved construction will begin in less than 30 days and will take about a year to complete.

It sounds like they'll be a lot of parking, including a surface lot as well as indoor parking. Here's to hoping that's only temporary and that they'll convert the suface lot into something more useful once the demand is present. ]]> South Philadelphia JakeL http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36660-43-unit-apartment-building-coming-2400-block-ellsworth.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36644-newbold.html Sun, 12 May 2013 13:58:57 GMT What's your opinion of buying a house in the NewBold area for an investment? some of the blocks look ok, others scary ]]> South Philadelphia yassie http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36644-newbold.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36634-baynards-bar-receiving-facelift.html Sat, 11 May 2013 17:19:40 GMT Went by Baynard's Bar today (1216 S 17th St) and it looks like they're bricking over the stucco. Looking at records, it doesn't look like there were any permits pulled for this work, nor has the owner changed hands. Same old drama of people getting stabbed here at 3am, or is this a sign for the better? ]]> South Philadelphia JakeL http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36634-baynards-bar-receiving-facelift.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36622-chop-city-moving-forward-new-health-center-chop-clinic-library-rec-center-broad-morris.html Fri, 10 May 2013 15:37:23 GMT Was at the SBSNA meeting last night, and this Daily News article does a fair job of describing it: CHOP to bring new health, rec center to South... Was at the SBSNA meeting last night, and this Daily News article does a fair job of describing it: CHOP to bring new health, rec center to South Philly.

Plans are very tentative right now, but three stories for most of the footprint, and then one or two in the back. Around 60,000 square feet and 55 parking spaces (not underground). All of the building costs covered by CHOP (the city would only need to outfit there spaces). Pretty amazing stuff.

Bill has been introduced to change the zoning of the block to CMX-3, and the goal is to have everything done by Nutter's last day of office. ]]> South Philadelphia tsarstruck http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36622-chop-city-moving-forward-new-health-center-chop-clinic-library-rec-center-broad-morris.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36614-e-waste-recycling-event-south-philly-may-11th.html Thu, 09 May 2013 18:27:29 GMT Here's your chance to recycle “anything with a plug.”

Passyunk Square Civic Association » e-Waste Recycling Event on May 11 – “anything with a plug” ]]> South Philadelphia Oladybug http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36614-e-waste-recycling-event-south-philly-may-11th.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36611-pennsport-rumors-could-docs-union-pub-finally-closed-good.html Thu, 09 May 2013 16:28:55 GMT Please let it be true.

Are Johnny Doc's Days as Part-Owner of Pennsport Bar Numbered? | Philadelphia City Paper | 05/09/2013

Trouble at Johnny Doc's Union Pub - PDQ ]]> South Philadelphia ArcticSplash http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36611-pennsport-rumors-could-docs-union-pub-finally-closed-good.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36601-new-casino-sphila-front-st.html Thu, 09 May 2013 01:59:37 GMT I saw a sign on Front St today near I95/I76 (just below Oregon) I think it said 'future site of' some sort of casino. Anyone know about this? I was moving pretty quick so I may be a bit confused..... ]]> South Philadelphia Malloy http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36601-new-casino-sphila-front-st.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36578-capitolo-flea-market-june-1st-9am-2pm.html Tue, 07 May 2013 14:00:07 GMT Spring Flea Market at CAPITOLO Park!

Date: Saturday, June 1st (rain date: 6/2)
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: 9th & Federal Streets (across from Pat's & Geno's)

Baby & Kid's Clothing & Gear, Books, Crafts & Handmade items, Furniture, Jewelry, Retro & Vintage, Toys/Games, Tools & much more!

VENDORS: $15 per space/$25 for two spaces IN ADVANCE
(or $20 per spot AT THE DOOR). Money Orders ONLY.
Please bring your own table.

Please MAIL your MONEY ORDER to:
CAPITOLO Playground
900 Federal Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147 ]]> South Philadelphia CAPITOLO Park http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36578-capitolo-flea-market-june-1st-9am-2pm.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36574-looking-ceramic-supply-store.html Tue, 07 May 2013 13:01:35 GMT I need 50lbs of pottery plaster for a project. Does anyone know of a good ceramic supplier in the city somewhere? Close to CC. I need 50lbs of pottery plaster for a project. Does anyone know of a good ceramic supplier in the city somewhere? Close to CC. ]]> South Philadelphia readicculus http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36574-looking-ceramic-supply-store.html http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36573-community-meeting-regarding-plans-s-philly-library-health-center-rec-center-may-9th-6-pm.html Tue, 07 May 2013 12:15:21 GMT FYI, there will be a community meeting regarding upcoming plans to demolish and rebuild the S. Philly Library/Health Center/Rec Center at Broad and... FYI, there will be a community meeting regarding upcoming plans to demolish and rebuild the S. Philly Library/Health Center/Rec Center at Broad and Morris. It will be Thursday, May 9th at 6 pm in the Morgan Conference Room in the basement level of Methodist Hospital, 2301 South Broad Street (at Ritner Street). Representatives from the Free Library of Philadelphia, CHOP and the City of Philadelphia will be in attendance. The public is encouraged to attend. ]]> South Philadelphia S. Rich http://www.philadelphiaspeaks.com/forum/south-philadelphia/36573-community-meeting-regarding-plans-s-philly-library-health-center-rec-center-may-9th-6-pm.html