But how green are they really? According to Sustainable 19125, they can be a little greener. To see what we mean, just check out the new signs on the following blocks:
700 Moyer
1300 Earl
2300 Memphis
2400 Tulip
2200 Coral
2500 Gordon
2600 Salmon
These blocks in New Kensington and Fishtown have achieved “Green Block” status, an initiative that rewards streets for making efforts to become more efficient. How can you get your block on board?
Make sure that your neighbors all use Blue Recycling Bins that they can pick up at NKCDC (2515 Frankford Avenue) during regular business hours. Plastics #1 - 7 are now accepted.
Is each house signed up for RecycleBank to earn points for recycling? The limit is one bin per household. Each individual must sign out for his/her own bin. PMBC Block Captains and Green Guides can take multiple bins for their blocks if needed. Email sustainable19125@gmail.com for more information and visit their website for more tips.
We are proud and excited to announce that Michael P. Cohen has recently joined RE/MAX Access!
A goal that Michael expresses is that his real estate career will be summed up with one word: dedication. Dedication to his clients. He wants his customers to know that in doing business with him, his focus will be to listen to their needs and to help satisfy those needs through good communication, hard work, and dedication.
He is a native of Philadelphia and now resides in Wynnewood with his wife, and two daughters. Michael has been involved in renting, buying, and selling of commercial and residential real estate for over 20 years. Michael’s background in Philadelphia and personal business contacts will improve the ease and speed of his clients real estate experience.
His personal experience in sales and self-employment has helped him to develop the self-discipline and people skills needed to help make the real estate experience a very positive one.
Michael specializes in Residential & Commercial, Foreclosures/HUD & Investment Real Estate, Shells, Estates and Hard to Sell Property. Some of Michael’s awards and recognitions include “Philadelphia Citywide Production 2005,2006″, “Top Producer Units Citywide” “Top Listing Agent Center City” “Top Selling Units in Center City” “Top Overall combined Units in Center City Philadelphia” Greater Philadelphia Board of Realtors, Diamond Award 2004 & 2005,2006.
Please welcome Michael P. Cohen to RE/MAX Access! If you are thinking of buying or selling in the Philadelphia area be sure to contact Michael at 610-331-7213 and via email at MSKJ@comcast.net.
We are growing our market share rapidly and are ahead of the curve in technology and innovation and we are proud that Michael chose RE/MAX Access.
Oh no, not that fringe. Fringe is something entirely different in Philadelphia. Live Arts and Fringe Festival is one of those yearly events that is so inherently Philadelphian that you can’t help but love it, hate it, and be confounded by it all at the same time. You go to a bunch of shows that are mind-blowing that showcase some of the city’s greatest talents (and some visiting performers from around the world). You take in at least two performances that you consider skipping out on halfway through but then you end up staying because it’s actually kind of interesting once you give it a chance. And then there is that one event that you simply just do not understand and feel slightly and wonderfully disturbed by it for several days.
2010’s roster of events gives us some neighborhood-specific action and since we are downright neighborhood-obsessed, we are focusing on these picks. If you read our blog often, you know that we try not to leave the many neighborhoods of Philadelphia uncovered. We snap photos, we poke around in the local coffeeshops, and we get to know the most hidden crevices, the fringe, as you would, of Philadelphia.
Without further ado, we present to your our Neighborhood Live Arts/Fringe Picks, from September 3 - 18:
If you’re in Kensington… Check out the Cheap Guy HOF, Class of 2010, in one of Kensington’s newest spaces, the Papermill Theater. The series of short plays is put on by Hella Fresh Theatre. The show opens on Saturday, September 4 and runs every Saturday and Sunday throughout the Philly Fringe. Papermill Community for the Arts, 2825 Ormes Street, Kensington. Times vary, $10. Try Fresh Juice at the Mascher Space Co-op. Sept. 5-6, Sept. 11. $10
Find yourself in the Fringe hotbed of Northern Liberties? Take part in AFOOT: Northern Liberties, a walking tour with the neighborhood set as a “game board”, you’ll be given a series of clues that your team will have to solve for prizes and swag. Saturday, September 4, and Saturday, September 11, from 11 - 3pm. Teams leave every 10 minutes, $10.
Nothing good on TV in your South Philly rowhome?The Real Housewives of South Philly will perk you up. The Waitstaff Sketch Comedy Troupe does not disappoint. Sept. 5, 8, 12,14, 16, 19. $15.
Near the Schuylkill River Trail? Constants, from Movement Brigade, explores the history of Philadelphia as the Schuylkill River remains the same. Sept 13-18, free, reservations required.
Are you a Poe fan lurking near Callowhill? There are two options for you. The Mutter Museum will be showing the Tell-Tale Heart from the aptly named Nevermore Theatre Project on Saturday, September 4, and September 11, and Sunday, September 12. $10. Or you can try Edgar Allan Poe Comes Alive! at 1831 Brandywine St. from Traveling Jones Theater. Sept. 3-4 and Sept. 17-18, $14.
Stretching Out West?
Whose City? from the Media Mobilizing Project Art & Culture Collective is a collage of art, poetry, and music, inspired by the people that live, work, and play in Philadelphia. Sept. 3-4, Sept. 10-11. $5.
You will find beautiful hardwood floors throughout the entire home and a straight-through layout. There’s a brand new kitchen with granite countertops and brand new stainless steel appliances.
Upstairs you will find a renovated and enormous 4 piece bathroom with custom counter, extremely large tub and separate brand new shower.
Other features include:
Washer and dryer located on the 2nd floor
Tons of closet space as well as a walk in closet
Semi finished basement (very dry with cemented walls)
In addition to all this, there is a great backyard for BBQing and entertaining guests.
This Beautifully Rehabbed 3 Bedroom Row home is in West Philadelphia.
Nice newly tiled front porch above the front garden area. Brand new tiled kitchen with an island and brand new appliances. New Laminate floors throughout. Tiled bathroom including the tub surround. There’s a deck off the kitchen overlooking the backyard. Brand new roof and heater. Clean, semi-finished basement with tall ceilings and a new half bathroom. All new windows, new electric, new heater, new plumbing, new roof & warranty.
EVERYTHING has been renovated! This one won’t last!
When you’re out and about this First Friday, take a break from art for a minute and turn your attention to food. The Kensington Community Food Co-op will be launching their membership campaign with a party at 2205 Frankford Avenue from 6 - 10pm. Take in 4 local bands and plenty of local beer all for the cause of local food. The KCFC will be discussing their project and membership opportunities. There is a $5 suggested donation. From the KCFC:
“Wouldn’t it be great to be just minutes from your favorite grocery store? Wouldn’t it be great to completely trust that your store has your best interests in mind? Wouldn’t it be great to have regular access to local fresh and organic foods at an affordable fair price? It will be great! A handful of your neighbors, people not much different than you, came together in 2008 with the mission to open a member-owned cooperative grocery store in the Kensington area.”
The Co-op is finally coming to fruition. See for yourself this Friday and lend your support, Kensington.
2569 Amber St (MLS# 5739650)
2571 Amber St (MLS#5739654)
2573 Amber St (MLS#5739656)
2575 Amber St (MLS#5739659)
2577 Amber St (MLS#5739662)
Location is exactly what you are looking for on the Frankford Arts Corridor and Amber Street. This micro-block cluster of lots for sale is in one of the most progressive areas of New Kensington.
Revitalization signs and signals everywhere. These lots are in walking distance to those trendy spots such as Memphis Taproom, Philadelphia Brewing Co., Circle Thrift, Greens Grow Farm, Rocket Cat Cafe, and so many more local stops. The El Stop is only a few blocks away and public transportation is a breeze on Frankford Ave. What this means to you as a developer is that you are positioning yourself to have your new construction project offer the consumer what they want in an urban setting: local places to visit, public transportation, and a progressive location that will continue to grow and blossom.
We love the look of a few choice antique objects placed in a contemporary setting. At Three Potato Four, a home decor shop that opens tomorrow in Manayunk, you’ll find such items along with vintage hardware, prints, signs, and more. The shop, which started out online, is located in an old mill along Shurs Lane, to add to the charm. It will be open on Fridays and Saturdays and by appointment only.
Over the past few weeks, our Remax Access office interior has undergone a makeover. We’ve had a few accent walls painted, paintings and photographs were put up, tv’s in our waiting area and conference room were installed along with many additional personal touches.
Here is a glimpse into some of our recent changes and remember if you are in the Northern Liberties area, stop by and take a look for yourself! We are located at 1033 N. 2nd Street 5th Floor Philadadelphia, PA 19123–@ The Piazza at Schmidts!
Almond Street & Indiana Street Philadelphia, PA 19134
3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2230 sq ft: $249,900
NEW CONSTRUCTION! JUST REDUCED! Welcome to Richport Homes Community in the heart of Port Richmond.Home boasts 9′ first floor ceiling, full brick front,and distinctive 2 panel colonial interior doors with colonial trim.Kitchen is magnificently designed with state of the art features and amenities including 42″ cabinetry,superior SS GE appliances.Energy Saving design features include energy efficient electric heat pump,central air conditionaing,electric hot water heater,insulated single hung vinyl windows,insulated front door,house wrap to reduce air filtration,etc. Home has a security gate leading into your private Asphalt driveway.Two Sample homes include the following upgrades:Finished basement,Electric Extras,Granite Kitchen Tops,Microwave Top of Range,Kitchen Ceramic Backsplash,Crown Moldings,Mirror Sliding Doors in Master Bedroom,Ceramic Tile Kitchen Floors, Open Stairs with Iron Railings, and Hardwood Floors in Entrance Area.10 YR tax abatement!
Street signs are green, right?
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