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The Local started in October 2014 as @EastFallsLocal, a page for photos & items of interest specific to a small neighborhood in NW Philly where we live. In 2019, we changed our name to "The Local" when we branched out to Germantown & other surrounding communities. By 2021 we had teamed up with WHYY's News & Information Community Exchange program, and then in 2022, we began publishing with

05/25/2026

Eight years ago today from the

Dramatic entrance to the Falls of Schuylkill Baptist Church's "secret" passageway between Midvale Ave & Indian Queen Lane. SOME HISTORY: http://www.eastfallshouse.com/falls-of-schuylkill-baptist-church/

05/21/2026

Six years ago today from the

Vivid stretch of Tilden

05/21/2026

Seven years ago today from the

Flowers are popping in East Falls' historic district. (Midvale Ave)
Looking forward to a colorful Pack Walk this Sunday. https://nwlocalpaper.com/pack-and-play

05/21/2026

Nine years ago today from the

Where in would you find such a geometric view, any guesses?

05/11/2026

Eight years ago today from the

Spring camouflage: there's a house in here somewhere on Warden Drive.

05/08/2026

Nine years ago today from the

Ainslie porches on a sunny May morning

05/04/2026

THIS SATURDAY! Historic Germantown, in partnership with Germantown United CDC, is launching Second Saturday: G-Town Gatherings—a vibrant series of pop-up events hosted in some of Germantown’s most unique and historic spaces.

Running monthly from May through October, these gatherings will transform the neighborhood’s green spaces and cultural sites into lively hubs of music,
food, and local commerce.

The inaugural event is set for Saturday, May 9th, in Vernon Park, running from 12–4pm. The day will begin at 11am with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the
Germantown Bell outside Coleman Library, in partnership with Philadelphia250.

Each Second Saturday event runs from 12-4pm and will feature:
●Live music from local performers
●A rotating lineup of small business vendors
●Food trucks offering a variety of cuisines
●Free, family-friendly activities in welcoming outdoor settings

Featured Vendors for the May 9th Kick-Off Event: The first event will proudly host many exciting local businesses, food trucks, and artists! Guests can enjoy a
diverse food court featuring Liege waffles, fusion tacos, and gourmet BBQ alongside a curated market of jewelry, upcycled fashion, and handmade crochet accessories. The lineup highlights holistic wellness through herbal rituals and skincare services,
complemented by live caricatures, tarot readings, and local art. From a mobile bookshop featuring diverse authors to innovative family tools and spiritual essentials, this event offers a vibrant mix of community-rooted art, healing, and flavor