A first look at McPherson Square renovation plans, city to continue gathering input
After seeing the redesign plans for McPherson Square Park and Library, residents asked for more shade, and requested the library stay open during construction.
Community
Stories, events, and profiles of people, programs, and organizations building relationships and strengthening Kensington’s community life.
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Rising costs threaten Latino cultural fabric in Norris Square, new community survey finds
The 2025 Norris Square Neighborhood Profile sought to capture information on the area’s population, quality of life, and economic status and spark dialogue among community leaders and residents.
Local artist creates new mural at the Love Lot: “Reciprosity is a mutual exchange”
Puerto-Rico-born artist Paula Rivera Calderon creates the third Love Lot mural in dedication to Prevention Point, with the theme of reciprocation.
Creating Sanctuary: Kensington cooking and leadership program lowers stress, opens doors for teens
PB&J’s Wednesday Leadership program incentivizes teens to build communication skills while cooking together.
Photos of Kensington: Peacemakers Win Cure Violence Basketball Championship
Cure Violence and Esperanza Health Center wrap up winter league with food, music, and a Peacemakers championship win.
Photos of Kensington: CAICU mural dedication at Front & Susquehanna
Artists and neighbors unveil mural honoring Norris Square’s Caribbean roots.
Philly teens are building foundations for the future through this free Kensington carpentry program
The Building a Brighter Future through the Art of Construction program draws young people from across the city.
Here's how East Kensington's Arcadia Commons came together to protect vacant lots that were being stewarded by the community
An abandoned lot in East Kensington sparked a community-led movement to reclaim green space.
‘Basketball is the medium’: Kensington nonprofits launch free league to prevent violence among young men
The basketball league teaches men about teamwork while also helping them improve their game, coaches and players say.
Preserving Puerto Rican culture: Los Bomberos de la Calle bomba and plena group finds a new home in Kensington
Los Bomberos de la Calle’s new center in North Philly serves as a cultural hub, where bomba and plena rhythms unite the community and teach the next generation.
Eagles pride in Kensington: McPherson Square Library hosts party ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
Kensington residents gather at McPherson Library for an early celebration to cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX.
NKCDC opens new community engagement center on Kensington Avenue
The Kensington Engagement Center is a hub for community connection and better resource access as part of the organization’s “Co-Creating Kensington” process.
Community gardens build neighborhood connections. So why is it so hard to acquire land?
Access to green spaces have been shown to improve mental health and decrease neighborhood violence.