

Our Neighborhood’s
Artistic Evolution

Community Through Clay | Music for Manayunk
Seeking More Play | The Art of Tea






















April 27
Come hungry to Manayunk’s StrEAT Food Festival! From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Main Street transforms into a food lover’s paradise, featuring the best local food trucks, artisanal vendors, and live music. Savor everything from smoky BBQ to decadent desserts as Philadelphia’s top gourmet vendors take over historic Manayunk. Enjoy taste-testing delicious bites, shopping from local merchants, and catching live performances from six acts across two stages. Don’t miss out - join us at StrEAT Food Festival for a day of great food, music, and fun!
Sing Us Home
May 2 - 4

Sing Us Home is a three-day festival taking place at Venice Island in Manayunk from May 2nd to May 4th. Curated by Philadelphia’s own Dave Hause, this festival celebrates the city’s rich musical talent and vibrant spirit. Each day will feature an incredible

The Manayunk Arts Festival
June 21 & 22
Join us for the 36th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival, the largest outdoor, juried arts festival in the tri-state area! Since 1990, this renowned event has showcased approximately 300 local and nationally recognized artists and crafters each year. This two-day, rain-or-shine festival will transform Main Street into an art lover’s paradise. Show hours are 11a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
NEW - Stroll After Hours
July 10, 17, 24, & 31

Taking place Thursdays in July from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Stroll After Hours promises gourmet food trucks, rockin’ live bands, artisan vendors, interactive demos, movie screenings, and much more. Several Manayunk side-streets will be pedestrian only on event nights. Summer nights in Manayunk have never been better!

Dog Day of Summer
August 16
Who’s ready to paw-ty? Join us on August 16 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. for a day dedicated to our furry friends! Enjoy pet-friendly vendors, fun activities like puppy pools and an agility course, adoption events, and more. Don’t have a dog? No worries! Whether you’re bringing your four-legged companion or coming solo, it’s sure to be a tail-waggin good time!
Out & About in MNYK
October 4

Celebrate National Coming Out Day at Manayunk’s Annual Out & About Festival on Saturday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Out & About will feature local vendors, community organizations, the Artisan Market, drag performances, live music, a special showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and more. The celebration continues throughout the weekend as Manayunk merchants host a variety of events and live performances to honor the occasion. Don’t miss this exciting weekend of community and entertainment.

























Community Through Clay
BabyFace Studio Offers Something for Everyone
By Michele Marsilii
Photos By Susan Beard Design (susanbearddesign.com)
If you have visited the Manayunk Arts Festival, you might notice a familiar face fronting Main Street’s newest business, BabyFace Studio.
Owner, Kim Canfield, creator of BabyFace Mugs, is an award-winning ceramic and figurative artist who recently opened a working pottery studio at the corner of Main and Rector Streets.
Canfield exploded onto the Manayunk Arts Festival scene as an emerging artist in 2022, placing third in that category in her first year. In 2023 and 2024 she won Best in Ceramics as a festival artist, while eyeing Main Street as the location for her next business venture.
“Some of the girls from the Manayunk Development Corporation came by with a certificate, and they said, ‘Congrats! You won this year for Best in Ceramics,’ and that recognition meant a lot to me,” said Canfield. “I really have come to get to know the neighborhood, some of the people here, and it is by far my favorite festival that I’m a part of. There was something about this community and the people when I thought about opening up a studio. This was my number one pick.”
The community has certainly embraced BabyFace Studio, with initial classes quickly selling out. Canfield credits accessibility and the desire for a new activity to round out the Manayunk experience. “They’ve been looking for something like this to do on the street. There’s a lot of great
restaurants; there’s shopping, but to have an activity to do, I’m glad we have been able to bring that to the neighborhood.”
On weeknights and weekends, the studio is humming with activity as budding artists practice pottery-making skills such as wheel throwing, glazing, and hand building. Class sizes are limited to allow for more personalized instruction and community connection. Canfield instructs all classes herself and enjoys observing the interaction among students. She says 90% of participants are from the neighborhood.
“I’m just watching the conversations that are happening before I start class. I’ll sit back, and I’ll let them go for a little bit. They sit around, and they start to connect: ‘I live up on this street. I live up on the hill. I’m in Roxborough…” Canfield noted. “We’re not just sitting at the wheel working, but everyone’s talking and creating this community here.”
Pottery classes cater to all ages and abilities, including eight-week beginner, intermediate, and advanced programs. For those interested in sampling a class, there are shorter, themed weekend workshops and even a wheel-throwing Try It Out class.
In addition to her busy schedule as an artist and new business owner, Canfield is also a full-time high school art teacher. She is passionate about teaching and is excited to bring children’s programs to the neigh-

“The greatest moments are the people who thought they couldn’t do it. I take their piece out of the kiln, glazed and finished, and they’re holding it in total shock that it’s something they’ve created with their own hands. That’s what a lot of people get really hooked on when they realize - oh, I can do this.”

borhood, where she recognized an underserved niche. “Those are on Saturday and Sunday morn ings. I see a lot of families that walk through early in the morning when the street is still pretty quiet, and I wanted to give them an opportunity to come into a space with the kids. They can come in as a family in the morning just for an hour.”
Recognizing the limited attention span of small children, she breaks the children’s groups up into two age categories: five to seven and eight to ten. “If it’s the younger kids, they do some type of drawing and coloring activity that pairs nicely with the clay activity. The older group will actually work with real clay, while the younger group will do air dry clay just because they don’t fully understand the concept yet that they have to leave it here with me so I can fire it.”
On Valentine’s Day, BabyFace Studio debuted Date Night which has been wildly successful. Lim ited to just four couples, it’s a full class where stu dents create a piece of art while also enjoying an intimate night out. “Date nights are great,” said Can field. “My husband helps me out with it. We walk them through the first hour of making something on the wheel, and then they get to enjoy drinks (BYOB) along with appetizers supplied in-studio. We have a gallery upstairs that is lit and decorated with candles, and in the last hour, they get to paint their pieces.”

Canfield encourages students to explore the kind of work that makes them happy. She says your personal interests, your hobbies, your life is going to come through your work at some point. According to Canfield, one of the greatest thrills as an instructor is watching students discover their confidence in creating something handmade. “The greatest moments are the people who thought they couldn’t do it. I take their piece out of the kiln, glazed and finished, and they’re holding it in total shock that it’s something they’ve created with their own hands. That’s what a lot of people get really hooked on when they realize - oh, I can do this.”
Aptly named for her signature creation, Babyface Mugs, the studio displays some of Canfield’s favorite pieces, which resemble grumpy baby faces intricately sculpted by hand. The inspiration for her first grumpy face mug is as fascinating as the art itself. “I fired a lot of our gas kilns when I was an undergrad, becoming their studio technician. I was the one that was in there firing them. The thing with gas kilns is they are like giant furnaces, burning in the back of the building at over 2000°. Flames shoot out the top, the back, and the front, so they have to be babysat all day long. These firings could last from 12 to 16 hours. It’s not like an electric kiln which we have here.”
Canfield recalls loading the kiln until midnight. She would spend the night in the studio or return at 3:00 or 4:00 AM to start it up. She says it was exhausting, and she began making grumpy faces to communicate how she felt.
“I was just not a morning person, and these firings would happen very often, sometimes towards the end of a semester when it was really busy there. It could be a few times a week, or every two weeks. So I started making them, and I liked the grumpy faces. I used that as a way to communicate my feelings in the studio.”
It is no surprise then that every face created is her face. She begins with a photo taken on her phone of her own face contorted into an ex-
pression. From there, she begins the detailed work of sculpting by hand, using only one tool to refine her work.
“It starts off as a basic cup,” said Canfield, “Then once it stiffens up a little bit, I push and pull the clay, so it’s still soft enough to dig out. I push in where the eye sockets are just with my fingers; the mouth as well, and then, once I do that, I can start to hand build on top of that. It starts off on the wheel, and then it ends up being hand-built.”
Canfield describes pottery as unlike any other medium she has worked in. Her vision for the studio is to recreate that sense of community that she experienced as an undergraduate and to encourage others to find happiness in creating something with their hands. Her advice to budding potters or those curious about the medium is to “let stuff go” and abandon perfectionism.
“I really do feel that’s the best way to learn here. You have to fail in order to understand how far you can push your pieces, and it’ll make you better. If you play it safe, I don’t feel like you’re really going to reach your full potential to what you can really make. You’ve got to kind of get uncomfortable with it”.
Canfield hopes to expand programming to offer children’s camps in the summer and memberships in the spring. They are considering perhaps a second location on Main Street. Students who have taken at least one eight-week course would be eligible for membership granting them access to the studio on their own time to work independently.
If you visit BabyFace Studio, you might even catch a glimpse of Cielo, the studio pup, who has been with Canfield through every step of her career. From graduation to her first solo show, six-year-old Cielo has been by Canfield’s side, and now claims the title of the official studio pup! Catch Canfield at the Manayunk Arts Festival on June 21st and Jun 22nd.
For more information about BabyFace Studio or to register for classes, visit https://www.babyfacestudios.com.
To view or purchase BabyFace Mugs, visit www.babyfacemugs.com.


Roxborough Roots, Music for Manayunk
Local native, Dave Hause, delivers third annual rockin’ music fest
By Carla Ferro
Photos by Alyssa Kriner (alyssakriner.com)

Excitement is buzzing around this year’s Sing Us Home Festival, happening May 2-4 right here at Venice Island in Manayunk! This three-day, outdoor music festival is celebrating its third year with the biggest lineup yet. The Bouncing Souls, Frank Turner, and Dave Hause & The Mermaids will take the stage as the headliners. Other artists you can expect to perform are AJJ, Speedy Ortiz, Lullanas, Buzz Zeemer, John Gallagher Jr., Dan Andriano, and many more. A wide range of musical genres will be featured, including but not limited to the following: rock, punk rock, indie rock, folk, folk punk, singer songwriter, power pop, alternative, and NOLA style brass bands.

The event was created and curated by Roxborough native and acclaimed singer/songwriter, Dave Hause, known for his time in the punk

rock band, The Loved Ones, and work with his current band The Mermaids. Along with his brother, singer/songwriter, Tim Hause, the two came up with Sing Us Home with the joint goal to bring a celebration of music and talent to their hometown.
“My first jobs were all in restaurants on Main Street. Over the years [Manayunk] kept growing, and blossomed into something beautiful. Music is the thing our lives orbit around, and we wanted to bring a haymaker of a music festival to a place that means so much to us,” says Dave. Tim adds, “When the alchemy of a festival is just right, everyone has a banner day. We want to achieve that and cement this weekend on the calendar as something that the whole family looks forward to year after year.”
The two will take the stage throughout the weekend with performanc-


es both solo as well as accompanied by their bands.
“When we are putting together the lineup for the festival, we want it to feel balanced, fun, friendly, and intense. I’m as big a fan of singer-songwriters as I am of punk bands, and having grown up during the Lollapalooza era, I don’t think it’s weird to have various genres and vibes represented at a festival - that’s the whole point of doing it,” Dave explains.
The brothers and team behind Sing Us Home have worked hard to put together a memorable festival that draws people from near and far. Last year brought visitors from 7 different countries and 18 states to the town of Manayunk. Some businesses on Main Street embrace the festival and welcome after parties to accommodate the attendees.
Chris Barnes, owner of Lucky’s Last Chance and Lucky’s Trading Co., states, “This event has become a celebration we can all share in thanks to Dave and his friends and their love for our little neighborhood. So many new faces from across the world, spending a few days in our amazing little community is truly special and we are so grateful to be a part of it.”
Re-entry was added to the festival so that visitors can go up to Main Street. This way, visitors
can take a break from the festivities to grab a bite to eat or do some shopping, then return with ease. Everything about this festival is local, including tattoos and haircuts by Philly artists/stylists that attendees can have done right on the festival grounds.
Another Manayunk business has found a way to successfully partner their services with the celebration with their currently sold out offer.
“Manayunk is the ideal place for such a wonderfully homespun music festival. The Sing Us Home production team has created an amazing overnight package with us for our guests that’s bursting with so many incredible extras”, said owner of Manayunk Chambers Guest House and QUARTERS, Mark Jerde.
“The experience brings an intimate acoustic set at Manayunk Chambers by Dave Hause and Friends exclusively for (the) guests staying at our bed and breakfast.”
The festival incorporates some unique unplugged performances throughout the weekend, such as the Hause Family Campfire and the VIP sessions. Campfire opens the festival on Friday evening and emulates a songwriter in the round style performance. In this format, the artists are in a semi-circle and take turns playing their songs, while the other artists
“This event has become a celebration we can all share in thanks to Dave and his friends and their love for our little neighborhood. So many new faces from across the world, spending a few days in our amazing little community is truly special and we are so grateful to be a part of it.”


may join in with harmonies or backup instrumentals. The musicians may also speak to the meaning and message of the song they’re about to play. Dave and Tim will perform during this set, alongside Dan Andriano
The VIP sessions will take place in the Venice Island Performing Arts Center building, and consist of intimate acoustic concerts tied in with a Q&A by select artists. This portion of the weekend is available only to VIP ticket holders, which have sold out for this year. Times and performers will be announced the week of the festival. Kelly Orenshaw, Executive & Technical Director at Venice Island PAC, assists with these VIP performances inside their auditorium. She shares her own excitement for the event, stating, “The unique thing about Sing Us Home is it gives us an intimate performance right in our own backyard. [It] feels like a once in a lifetime experience where a community comes together in pure joy to spend our time together listening to world class music.” Festival-goers from last year boast on the Manayunk.com Instagram page that the weekend was filled with “spirits, enthusiasm, and joy” despite the unfortunately rainy weather. Even so, 1200 people showed up to Venice Island in the rain to enjoy the showcase of music, talent,
With an outstanding lineup, more pre-sold tickets than the two previous years, and hopefully a hint of good weather, Sing Us Home 2025 is bound to be the banner weekend the Hause brothers set out to emulate. For information on how to purchase tickets, visit www.singushomefes-












Tea Maker’s Choice
By
Caitlin Marsilii
Photos by JPG Photo & Video (jpgphotography.com)
Discovering the art of tea in Manayunk, one brew at a time.
KManayunk is home to a vibrant tea culture, where creativity and craftsmanship come together to elevate the tea experience. Each cup tells a story, and I was fortunate enough to sit down with four of Manayunk’s tea makers to get a behind-the-scenes look – and taste – of their tea creations. Using tea as the medium, they build creative and expressive drinks, each in a unique and different way. They walked me through their ingredients, process, flavors, and presentation. And better yet, I had them make the hard decision of picking one “tea of choice” to highlight.
Moon - Chabaa Thai Bistro
As soon as you walk through the door at Chabaa Thai Bistro, you’re invested in the details of the interior and its decor. The space, which is home to a variety of plants, flowers and Thai artwork, invites you to immerse yourself in the experience, and of course, in the food and drink. When I arrived, I was ushered in by renowned chef and restaurant owner, Moon Krapugthong who walked me through her inspirations. Much of the menu and the flavors are inspired by her travels, notably, but not exclusive to the Northern Region of Thailand and Chiang Mai. In tasting regional dishes, visiting public markets, and talking to local farmers and suppliers, Moon brings back culinary ideas which she tests out for her team. From there, there’s quite a bit of testing and fixing until the dish’s final form can be found on the menu.
Chabaa Thai Bistro very much prides itself on fresh and organic ingredients. This goes for everything from the entrees to the tea. Moon always thinks about the whole process from the supplier, their harvesting and maintenance efforts, all the way to her recipes and artistic presentation. She often imports specific fruits, flowers, and vegetables to incorporate into her creations and uses their natural colors and form to garnish her work.
Moon’s Tea Choice
Thai Iced Tea: This drink is at the top of Moon’s list because it is a delicious classic. Since the restaurant’s beginning in 2005, Thai Iced Tea has always been on the menu. Consisting of tea leaf, cardamom, star anise, choice of milk, and added sugars, it’s a warm, creamy, and refreshing pick. When presented, the Thai iced tea is layered, naturally leading to the hands-on experience of mixing for the guest. Whether it serves as a pre-dinner drink, a refreshing cool down for a spicy dish, or as a sweet treat with dessert, the drink is a versatile choice that pairs well with almost anything on the menu. Moon even finds customers stopping in to grab one to go!
Seasonal Specialty Teas
In addition to the Thai iced tea, Chabaa Thai Bistro offers herbal tea on the menu year-round. Select seasonal teas are also available that fit in nicely with the current seasonal menu, featuring dishes like Taro & Scallion Pancakes, Tom Kah Salmon Chowder, and Pad Mee.
Longan Fruit Iced Tea: Aromatic in nature, the longan fruit in this drink adds a unique, floral sweetness, balancing the slightly bitter and refreshing taste of the tea. This tea offers an enticing, fragrant blend with a touch of smokiness, truly making it a tea like no other.
Roselle Flower Iced Tea: Made from the dried petals of the roselle flower (also known as hibiscus), this beautifully vibrant drink offers a perfect combination of floral, tart, and sweet notes, making it a popular choice for a cooling and energizing refreshment.
L“Sometimes it’s more like a conversation - back and forth. Thai food and drinks are really individual and unique,” Moon Krapugthong noted. “It relies on the chef’s skill, as fresh, organic, and seasonal products
can be hard to control for consistency. It’s very important we keep our recipe, ingredients, and menu consistent.”

Butterfly Pea Flower Iced Tea: This visually striking beverage, made from the petals of the butterfly pea flower, boasts a mild, earthy flavor and a deep blue color. Served chilled, it’s refreshing and slightly floral, and better yet, it changes color when served with the lime garnish. Make sure to check out Chabaa Thai Bistro’s sister restaurant, Yanako, which offers Japanese roasted rice green tea along with an assortment of sushi options, and a whole lot more!


Anna - Platform Z
Nestled on the corner of Cotton and Main Streets is Platform Z, a family-owned casual station eatery with freshly prepared create-your-own poke bowls, ramen, burritos, sweet treats, and of course, tea! Originally founded at their first location just off the Cynwyd Heritage Trail, Platform Z expanded to their second location in Manayunk in September 2022, reaching the vibrant communities on both sides of the Schuylkill River. For owner Anna Yu, flavor takes the top priority, with presentation and creativity closely coming in second.
With that wow-factor in mind, Platform Z aims to wow audiences both in-person and online. They craft Instagrammable drinks by drawing inspiration from online food and drink content, while adding their own signature twist. With unique elements like popping boba, strawberry stars, and torched sugar, Platform Z offers a truly distinctive experience, blending creativity and flavor in every sip. Such creative ambitions allow the shop to release new offerings each month with Asian inspired crepes and ice cream on the roster for the spring. Overall, they want to keep growing the brand, crafting original teas, dishes, sauces, and even video content! In showing a behind the scenes look of the shop and crew
“Flavor is definitely number one - the key. We brew highquality tea with the freshest ingredients, creating a strong foundation to work off of,” Anna Yu, Owner of Platform Z shared. “Then, we focus on the prettiness and appeal, aiming to create something that really wows the customer.”
on Social Media, they hope to further connect with their audience, inviting everyone to join them online or in-store to experience fresh, delicious, and pretty creations worth talking (or posting) about.
Anna’s Choice
Mango Fresh Milk Tea: Anna chose a creamy and refreshing choice that combines the rich and smooth texture of the milk. Offset with the sweet, fruits, and slightly tangy tropical flavor of mango, the milk’s creaminess balances the entire profile. Her choice also showcases Platform Z’s emphasis on presentation with its bright colors and mango puree rim.
Other Favorites
Oreo Milk Tea: A creamy, indulgent treat that combines smooth milk tea with crunchy, chocolatey Oreos. Topped with fresh cream and extra Oreo crumbles, it’s like an Oreo milkshake in a cup—perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Strawberry Matcha: A refreshing blend of earthy matcha and sweet strawberry, this drink balances vibrant fruity flavors with the smooth bitterness of green tea. Topped with strawberry syrup, it’s a delightful fusion of flavors in every sip.

Amin - Safa Plant Co.
Originally, a dedicated tea house, Safa Plant Co. always had tea at the forefront of their efforts. After some renovations and business decisions, they pivoted to better accommodate both the plant side of the business and the cafe. Throughout it all, their dedication to providing Manayunk quality loose leaf teas has remained strong.
Amin detailed their tea selection process, describing it as one of the trickiest tasks for the cafe. The difficulty lying in the decision behind which teas to rotate out and which to keep on the menu. Balancing flavors and the types of tea is key. Typically, they have classic blends that are carried year-round, with about a third of the menu rotating at any given time. This allows them to carry seasonal blends and to swap in certain blends that are better iced for the hotter months. Their cafe also offers Persian pastries and baklava that pair well with the tea offerings, and just as these sips and bites are meticulously crafted, their retail and plant offerings are highly curated as well. Known for rare, exotic plants, they have a collection like no other kind in the city. With unique plants, pots, candles, art prints, stickers, and accessories, Safa Plant Co. has all the green-thumbs and sipsters covered.
Amin’s Choice
Saffron Rose Latte: One of Safa’s most unique offerings, the Saffron Rose Latte, calls back to the Persian roots of the business. Amin notes how saffron, cardamom, and rose are core ingredients in Persian cuisine, and how this latte is a great reflection of that in drink form. With a black tea base, saffron, cardamom, and rose, this drink is a sweet treat. Amin recommends having this tea over ice, topped with whipped cream and rose petals. It can also be served with chopped pistachios for a savory twist!

“Our
teas and ingredients are sourced from all over the world,” Amin Shirazi, Co-Founder of Safa Plant Co. shared. “Our cardamom and saffron come from the Middle East and parts of Asia, while our tea leaves are sourced from various countries including Turkey, China, India, and more. We also source certain blends from tea makers throughout the states.”


Andrew - Tsaocaa
From the beginning, Andrew’s focus has always been tea. In-store food options and non-tea beverages have always been complementary to the tea creations that Tsaocaa is proud to offer. Tea is first. As a franchise, Andrew acknowledges how the Manayunk location is unique in two ways. First, he and his staff have quite a bit of artistic freedom behind their creations and menu, and second, the location opened specifically with the Manayunk community in mind. In its beginning, bubble tea wasn’t as well known as it is today. He wanted to provide desirable, quality tea to the community and a space for people to experience that in a way that they may have never before. Andrew brought his passion to Main Street and aimed to have Tsaocaa really be a part of the community. That heart continues to shine through in the ingredients, process, and creations.
Tsaocaa’s tea is always freshly brewed, with each specialty loose leaf tea thoughtfully chosen. That base flavor provides variety, range, and customizability with Tsaocaa’s teas, which is something that they are proud about. With a quality base, they can add all sorts of bubbles, pearls, and jellies, along with a variety of flavors, fruits, yogurts, milk options, sweetness levels, and more. Whether it’s providing accommodations, giving personalized recommendations, or using direct feedback to guide menu choices, Tsaocaa will always go the extra mile, keeping the customer in mind. Due to popular demand, items like aloe tea and Dalgona Coffee were added to the lineup, alongside menu bites like takoyaki, gyoza, egg waffles, and Korean fried chicken.
“My vision statement has always been pure tea and pure consistency, “ said Tsaocaa Manayunk Owner, Andrew Chang. “It’s not just that it’s always consistent, but I consistently want to make it pure.”
Andrew’s Choice
Brown Sugar Bubble Milk Tea: Andrew chose this classic because it represents the core of their process - a milk tea ideology. It represents the fusion of tradition, creativity, comfort, and versatility. With freshly brewed tea and bubbles, a beautifully presented inner layer of brown sugar, and creamy milk, the drink reflects that of a decadent dessert.
Manayunk is home to many other businesses who offer tea options such as the cafes like Mi ‘N Tea and Main Street coffee shops. Be sure to try them all! If you’re interested in the art of coffee in Manayunk, go online to check out the article, “Barista’s Choice” from the Winter 2023 issue of Manayunk Magazine.









STREAT FOOD FESTIVAL
APRIL 27
SING US HOME MUSIC FESTIVAL
MAY 2 - 4

MANAYUNK ARTS FESTIVAL
JUNE 21 & JUNE 22
STROLL AFTER HOURS
JULY 10, 17, 24, 31
DOG DAY OF SUMMER
AUGUST 16

FAL G L I N for
Stroll after hours Stroll after hours MAN NAYU K

OUT & ABOUT IN MNYK
OCTOBER 4
FALLING FOR MANAYUNK
OCTOBER 18
HALLOWEEN IN MNYK
OCTOBER 25








Spring Fashion in Manayunk: A Neighborhood Where Style Comes to Life
By Abigail Heuchert
by Melissa Kelly Photography (melissakellyphotography.com) and Alexa Nahas Photography (alexanahasphotography.com)

As the sun shines a little brighter and flowers bloom along the Schuylkill River, Manayunk awakens with energy, creativity, and—of course—style. This charming neighborhood isn’t just a shopping destination; it’s a place where fashion tells a story, where boutique owners know your name, and where every storefront holds a unique treasure.
Step inside Armen’s Custom Tailor Studio, where the sound of a sewing machine and the hands of a skilled tailor create perfectly fitted suits, dresses, and more. Armen doesn’t just adjust clothes, he helps you look and feel their best. Whether it’s a sharp wedding suit or a custom dress shirt, his work is about more than fashion; it’s about quality. In addition to their tailoring services, Armen has men’s clothes for sale. Get a tie or suit for your next event locally!
Just down Main Street, you’ll find Sami Nakishbendi of Bendi Jewelers carefully polishing a handcrafted ring, explaining how each piece he makes has meaning. To him, jewelry isn’t just something you wear. Each piece tells a story. From rings to necklaces to earrings, his work embodies those sentimental moments of life into physical pieces of art. At Gary Mann Jewelers, the focus is on custom-made designs, created with care and meant to be passed down through generations. A goldsmith and gemologist, the Mann’s strive to create an intimate environment to experience their unique collections of jewelry. All the while, passionate wrist watch dealer and collector, Martin Pulli of Martin Pulli Fine Jew-

elry and Watches, curates custom, vintage, and antique high-end jewelry from independent makers all over the world.
For specialty lingerie and nightwear, Expect Lace is your spot. The shop and its staff have changed the way women shop for lingerie, nightwear, kimonos, slippers and more. It’s not just about picking the right size, it’s about finding pieces that feel good, fit well, and boost confidence. For fun tees, totes, beanies, socks, baby clothes, and more, The Little Apple has you covered. With a rotating, seasonal selection in-store and a “For Your Closet” section on their website, you’re sure to find that little special something to add to your spring look.
LILA Philadelphia brings stylish designs from around the world to this cozy part of Philadelphia. Owned by two Greek-American sisters, Lisa and Laura Anne, the shop is essentially a world market that showcases artistic talent that hasn’t quite been introduced in the U.S. yet. Just a few short blocks away, Vamp Boutique offers bold, playful fashion, with flirty outfits and eye-catching accessories for those who love to stand out. Meanwhile, Remix on Main is the dream store for designer fashion lovers. The high-end resale shop, offering authenticated goods from Chanel, Hermes, Gucci, and more, are giving shoppers a chance to own luxury pieces with a story.
For the passionate thrifter, Jinxed Manayunk is the place to scour the racks for that perfect find. Kingswood Collective is also a great place for
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discovery, priding themselves on “supplying cool stuff since 2013.” With vintage streetwear, sports apparel, and a buy, trade, sell model, you can really be a part of the curation. Trendy Philly sports gear is something that Minor Details Philly is familiar with as well - along with Swiftie
craftsmanship and modern edge, they offer haute jewelry that’s sustainable and always affordable.
Don’t forget the Manayunk Welcome Center where you can find a variety of goods representing the personality of the neighborhood. Overall, fashion here isn’t just about what you wear, it’s about how you wear it. It’s about confidence, creativity, and finding pieces that tell your story. This spring, take a stroll through Manayunk, visit its boutiques, and let

















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Manayunk’s Artistic Evolution:
How Public Art Transforms Community Spaces
By Janine Gasarowski
Photos by Terry Leahy from Big T’s House of Photos (terryleahyfilms.com)

Philadelphia has been recognized as the best city for public art TWICE in USA Today publications! With a thriving community of culture, creatives, and passionate community organizations, this comes at no surprise to Philadelphians. Manayunk’s rich history of textile mills and industrial development laid the foundation for a neighborhood built on creativity—now reflected in its murals and public art. Inspired by its industrial past and ever-evolving artistic spirit, Manayunk continues to weave together elements of its past and present identity through creative expression.
The Manayunk Development Corporation, local artists, and organizations like Mural Arts, have continued to spread pops of beautiful street art throughout the charming neighborhood through various beautification initiatives. Areas that otherwise might have been overlooked and passed by with a glance now display bright pops of art that stop you in your tracks.

The Lasting Impact of Industrious Light – Phillip Adams
Philadelphia-based artist, Phillip Adams, adds Manayunk to his portfolio of public murals with his large-scale work of art, Industrious Light, adding to his 20 years of mural creation across various cities.
Taking over the wall at 4373 Main Street, this mural represents Manayunk’s rich history while seamlessly blending into the modern day. Through realism painting techniques, the mural transitions from blackand-white depictions of historical icons - like the trains, bridges, and trolleys, into a bold and colorful celebration of the Manayunk Canal Towpath. This large-scale public art piece, visible from Main Street, flows into vibrant native plants and animals—such as the red-bellied turtles (that love to sunbathe on the canal)! It perfectly captures the beauty and spirit of the area’s natural environment. “One that I really keyed on was the canal history - the first canal in the United States to start construction…” Phillip said, “Thinking about that canal history, the health of the water. There is such a movement around rewilding some of these landscapes that I started to embrace in the foreground of the mural.”
The impact of this mural spreads even greater than its striking appearance. Manayunk residents and visitors had a hands-on role in its creation at a community painting event. The Mural Arts team and Philip Adams brought fabric pieces of this mural, creating an interactive col-
or-by-number style event to involve the community and kickstart the process of the mural. Mural Arts and the Manayunk Development Corporation organized this event to involve the community in this artwork that represents them.
“We thought four paint stations would be plenty,” said Philip, “before we knew, they were all full. It just kept growing…which meant people weren’t necessarily leaving!” Phillip wanted to create an opportunity where residents could engage with the mural and be a part of it. “What makes this artwork especially unique is that all their brush strokes are embedded and part of that wall,” Philip shared.
His work carefully considers the previous landscape — honoring the past as we move forward. One small but meaningful detail in Industrious Light is the inclusion of a morning dove, a subtle nod to this location’s previous mural. “For me, knowing it was perched to in flight and linking to the ripple of time and the water droplet is one of those things I thought about while painting.”
“People can engage in a range of different ways, it can be anything from education to wonder and beauty… it can spark curiosity!” Adams shared. Industrious Light is just one example of how public art can transform overlooked spaces, inviting deeper engagement with the neighborhood!





Pop-Up Murals and Community Engagement – Anh Ly
Artist Anh Ly first connected with Manayunk’s public art scene by chance — she attended the Industrious Light community painting event simply as a participant, unaware that it would lead to an opportunity to become an assistant painter on the project! “At the time, I didn’t know I’d later join the installation team as an assistant artist,” she recalled. That initial experience introduced her to the neighborhood and ultimately led to multiple projects along Main Street celebrating the vibrancy of Manayunk in her own unique style.
“Highlighting the life of Manayunk was really important to me,” Anh shared. “As a local, I really love Manayunk. I moved here from California and decided to stay after I first strolled down Main Street.” Her work reflects the neighborhood’s charm and community spirit, capturing its energy through bright colors, local landmarks, and playful imagery— like the beloved “Bridget” dinosaur at the Manayunk Trailhead.
Anh later pitched an idea to the Manayunk Development Corporation for a community-driven paint, which was brought to life during the Stroll the Street activation on Cotton Street. This project was nearly entirely painted by community members, transforming familiar Manayunk icons into dynamic, colorful imagery.
For Anh, the most meaningful feedback came from her own daughter.
“Every time we pass the mural, she said, ‘Mommy painted that!’ or ‘That’s your work!’ I think it’s great that she sees painting and art as real work.”
Anh’s journey in Manayunk’s public art scene has been a series of coincidental moments — starting as a community participant, becoming an assistant artist, and now leaving her mark on the neighborhood in multiple ways! “I do feel like this public art connects us,” she reflected, emphasizing how each piece adds to the evolving identity of Manayunk.
The Manayunk Development Corporation is always looking for new creative beautification projects and reached out to Anh to collaborate on an artistic solution to cover the windows of a long-vacant building. Anh came up with the idea for a five-panel mural pop-up, each panel reflecting different themes of the neighborhood. The mural brings a sense of life and color to the space while highlighting the unique character of Manayunk.
Manayunk is proud to be a place to LIVE, SHOP, DINE, and PLAY, which inspired Anh’s design. Each panel represents one of these four aspects while featuring an iconic animal or figure associated with the neighborhood and the city. Fun fact: all the dogs in the mural are pets from the neighborhood!


Manayunk Alleyways – Manayunk Development Corporation
The Manayunk Development Corporation team and board strive to make Manayunk better for its community every day with new events, projects, and more! Beautification is a key part of the organization’s efforts, as it fosters a greater sense of pride among residents. By aiming to transform overlooked spaces into vibrant public areas, MDC helps create an environment where people want to gather. These initiatives not only improve the visual landscape but also contribute to the energy of the community, making Manayunk a place everyone feels proud of!
A major example of these efforts is the recent updates to neighborhood alleys. Manayunk’s alleyways are hidden gems for residents and visitors to enjoy. MDC Executive Director Gwen McCauley wants visitors to see the art, beauty, and fun that this unique section of the city has to offer. “Visitors could grab a coffee and their laptop and work from a nearby picnic table in one of our alleys,” said Gwen, “or take Instagram-worthy photos of some of our unique public spaces.”
Gay Street’s iconic rainbow umbrellas stay up all summer and transition to festive lights and tinsel for the winter holidays. Ring Street is a charming spot to study or take a break, with its seasonally updated floral design by MDC and Lumos Co. Picnic tables painted by Kaitlin McCauley and the vining mural on Jake’s and Cooper’s exterior by Katie
Hansen add to the alley’s character. “Before our alley makeover, this space was just a shared driveway,” said Gwen. “Now it’s a place to enjoy ice cream, meet a friend, or have lunch.
Conarroe Street is one of the more recent activations, featuring glowing floral designs that brighten up the alley.
Then there’s Station Street, tucked parallel to Main Street, which is a quiet alley connecting Levering Street and Gay Street. Recently, MDC added floral leaf installations overhead. Being a part of these conversations as both an MDC employee and an artist, I had the opportunity to paint the fence on Station Street, contributing to the larger beautification project!
The mural features a series of coffee cups, a nod to Manayunk’s vibrant coffee scene (which, as a huge coffee fan myself, felt like the perfect choice). The mugs are transformed into planters with vining greens flowing out, creating a lively touch to the alley. It’s one of my favorite doodles, and I was thrilled to see my go-to doodle come to life on such a large-scale, public piece!
These improvements have transformed the area into a vibrant hub. “I think we took an under-utilized space in the district and made it a meeting spot and a highlight for a visitor,” said Gwen.

third public art project.
Isabella believes in the strong connection between public art and a neighborhood’s character. “Public art and the neighborhood’s identity influence each other symbiotically,” she explains. Her approach to creating murals is site-specific, starting with a deep dive into the unique aspects of a location. “I like to begin by listing what makes a place unique and then sketching everything out to create a balanced design.”
Her murals are playful and full of whimsy. “I want people to embrace joy, silliness, and vulnerability,” she said. This lighthearted approach is woven throughout her work, inviting viewers to not take life too seriously and to enjoy the fun side of things.
Isabella’s Manayunk Mural blends the past and present of the neighbor-

hood. The upper section highlights its industrial history, showcasing the old railroad bridge, a papermill factory, textile workers, and local wildlife like the turtles she spotted while working on the piece. The lower half celebrates today’s community spirit, featuring activities such as walking the canal, yoga, family outings, and visits to the farmers market, along with elements representing local breweries and the wellness community.
“The community was incredibly supportive throughout the process,” Isabella shares. “People were constantly stopping by, cheering me on, and sharing their thoughts. It was amazing to hear their interpretations of the work.” The mural took about ten days to complete, including priming, sealing, and freehanding the entire piece!
For Isabella, murals are a powerful tool for revitalizing spaces. “Public art makes art more accessible, it can change how we see a space, and it sparks inspiration in unexpected ways,” she explains. With her colorful mural, Isabella has added her unique touch to the cultural landscape of Manayunk, breathing new life into the neighborhood.

Morales designed this vibrant piece and worked through Mural Arts to bring his work to the Manayunk neighborhood. Henry Morales, a multidisciplinary artist and graduate of Tyler School of Art at Temple University, brought his unique perspective to the Shurs Lane Bridge with his Manayunk Textile mural. “With the murals I’ve done and worked on, there’s been an emphasis on community and how we can work with them to highlight their history,” Henry shared.
His work, much like his approach to public art, focuses on making spaces feel more inclusive and welcoming by drawing from the community’s identity and culture. “Murals have this wonderful way of brightening up a space—whether you know their background or not, you still see them and take pride in them,” he explained. Henry’s piece on Shurs Lane serves as a reflection of his Guatemalan-American identity, drawing inspiration from traditional Guatemalan textiles, known for their beautiful abstract weavings. These designs often incorporate elements from nature, such as plants and animals.
Henry sought to incorporate this cultural heritage into his work in Manayunk. “It was a wonderful coincidence that the history of textiles
For Henry, the process was as much about community collaboration as it was about personal expression. “It starts from conversations and hearing out what the needs of the community are, seeing how my voice as an artist can mesh with what is being said by them,” he explained. He worked closely with project manager Mary Henderson and assistant artist Dan Lipshultz over nearly ten weeks to bring his design to life!
One of Henry’s favorite aspects of the mural-making process is the immediate connection with the community. “The instant gratification of working and having people walk by and say ‘Woah, what are you working on?’ is something that doesn’t necessarily happen when you’re in the studio,” he said.
Ultimately, Henry hopes his mural will encourage viewers to reflect on their own histories, take pride in their backgrounds, and remain open to learning from others. “I just want people to enjoy the work, think about where they come from, and feel a sense of connection to the space,” he concluded.
The Future of Public Art in Manayunk
Manayunk, a neighborhood rich in history and community, has seen recent mural projects transform overlooked spaces. With the help of MDC, Mural Arts, local artists, and vendors, these public art efforts spark conversations about culture and history while highlighting a colorful future. They’ve beautified the area and encouraged reflection on the neighborhood’s past and its future.
“We have collaborated extensively with Mural Arts Philadelphia, as they say, ‘Art changes everything,’” shared Gwen McCauley. “For
40 years, Mural Arts has harnessed the power of participatory public art to foster equity, opportunity, and better outcomes in Philadelphia. We love being a part of that in Manayunk.”
As these creative initiatives continue to grow across Manayunk, we look forward to more murals and beautification projects that bring new life to the community. Through these efforts, we’re creating a space where people can connect, reflect, and feel inspired by the vibrant energy around them.










Seeking More “Play” in Manayunk
Entrepreneur Brian Corcodilos Creates Some Fun on Main Street
By Brenda Hillegas
Photos By Big T’s House of Photos


Manayunk stands out in Philadelphia’s city of neighborhoods with small town vibes, plenty of restaurants and shops that can be accessed without getting in the car, and the ability to get to know your neighbors thanks to year-round festivals and events. Entrepreneur Brian Corcodilos appreciates all of these unique aspects of this corner of the city, but keeping the neighborhood’s slogan in mind - Live. Dine. Shop. Play. - he realized the need for much more of the play part.
And that’s why many residents and visitors recently found themselves clutching battery operated candles and walking through a dark mill next to the river, terrified at what might pop out next. Chainsaws, bodies, the fear that Viktor (the ghost of the building) might not let them out alive. This was Valentine’s Day weekend at Lincoln Mill Haunted House which operates not just on Halloween, but also during Christmas and pop-ups throughout the year. Each visit is guaranteed to be different than the last.
“There have always been a lot of live, shop, and dine options, but not enough play options,” he says. “The haunted house is a pure play operation. It gives visitors an experience they have never seen anywhere else in this world. Manayunk is centrally located and a great spot for any business. The location for the haunted house couldn’t miss by being on Main Street.”
Lincoln Mill Haunted House is the brainchild of Brian, who owns the building that once housed bar and nightclub Mad River, and Jared Bilsak, who developed the design and storyline of the attraction with his background in haunted houses. The two met in 2009 while attending Philadelphia University (now Jefferson University). Brian was in school
“There have always been a lot of live, shop, and dine options, but not enough play options.”
for architecture, wanting to one day design restaurants since he already had a pretty good idea of how they worked from growing up on the frontlines of the industry.
“My family on my dad’s side was always in the restaurant industry,” he says. “My grandfather owned Jim’s Country Diner on Rt. 130 in Windsor, New Jersey. My relatives owned a diner in Bordentown called Mastoris. My father owned a deli in Hightstown called Corky’s Hightstown Steak and Sub. My uncle also owned a deli. I remember skipping grammar school some days, so I could go cook in my dad’s deli, and nights making cheesecakes before Thanksgiving with my uncle and dad. I watched my family work seven days a week in that industry.”
Brian and Jared were both a part of Alpha Chi Rho at Philadelphia University and in 2012, when the fraternity was seeking new ideas for charitable events on campus, they worked together to develop a haunted house within the university’s Ravenhill Mansion. It seemed unlikely that they’d actually get a greenlight to transform such a historic building into an attraction, but Brian decided to pitch the idea to the school’s leadership anyway. They said yes.
The risk paid off, and they successfully ran “Ravenkill Mansion” each

“There are characters and developing plots that continue to come to life event after event.”
October for the remainder of their time in college, then continued to return each season to lead the event with their fraternity brothers until 2018. One of the key design features in “Ravenkill Mansion” was the attention to detail. Rather than throwing together Halloween decorations and creating an ordinary walk through, Brian and his frat divided the mansion into smaller rooms, introduced special effects and created characters. The haunted house attracted college students and members of the community with proceeds donated to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
The project tied into ideas Brian wrote about on his blog, Designblendz, which he also launched while in college. He used the platform to discuss his passions of design and architecture, while also covering overlapping concepts such as 3D virtual worlds, graphic design, and industrial design. The fun distraction from academics eventually picked up traction from local firms, and he began consulting and implementing new design techniques for clients. Designblendz, which started as a side hustle, is now a “one stop shop” as Brian calls it, located in Manayunk and helping businesses utilize the virtual world to inform the built world. In 2020, it was recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in America on the INC 5000 list.
Around Northwest Philadelphia, Brian and his team developed many residential units like Walnut Hill in Roxborough, and commercial proj-
ects like Elite Sports Factory on Umbria. Throughout the city, suburbs and beyond, you’ll find Designblendz behind numerous builds, working with clients such as PGA Golf, GoPuff, VaynerMedia, GalaGames, Southern Land Company, Greystar, and Armstrong World Industries. They touch sectors relating to housing, multifamily, commercial, hospitality, retail, industrial, corporate, government, and municipal.
“From the early beginnings of a project to handing off keys with the owner, we help clients truly visualize their project before a shovel hits the ground,” he explains. “We are there to help them through the construction process. Our main service is a full service architecture and interiors firm, with a specialization in 3D visualization and simulations.”
As Designblendz’s visionary, Brian oversees a team that helps raise the bar on how these worlds come together. With Lincoln Mill Haunted House, Brian and Jared created a backstory that includes Manayunk’s real history, flooding, and the old textile mill era from the early 1930s, making each visit to the fictional horror world feel like the events actually did happen.
“The deep backstory carries through the entire experience,” he says. “There are characters and developing plots that continue to come to life event after event. It truly captures the origins of Manayunk and builds upon a story [we] developed. It all started from the flood of Hurricane


Ida in September of 2021.”
The flood, though, is what initially made Jared hesitant about the whole project. After seeing the photos from Hurricane Ida online and the building that is now Lincoln Mill under water, Jared thought the venture was too high risk. But Brian was persistent. Even before their success with “Ravenkill Mansion”, Jared was running haunted houses at his home in Bethlehem. Brian knew this would be an ideal experience for Manayunk. The two met again, months later, to analyze the flood maps over the course of 200 hundred years. They discovered that Hurricane Ida was one of the worst in history and weighed their odds, deciding to give it a go. It turned out that Brian was the right tenant for his recently purchased building all along.
February’s Viktor’s Valentine marked the ninth pop-up and off-season event for Lincoln Mill. Other themes have included a holiday haunt in December, St. Patrick’s Day in March, and a May 4th Star Wars theme. Year-round openings were always part of the plan for Brian and he’s continuously looking for ways to enhance the experience for visitors. For anyone who might not enjoy being scared, Corcodilos and Designblendz are working on a less frightening adrenaline boosting activity in Manayunk with a projected opening of early 2026.
“I am working with a few partners to open an indoor golf simulator and putting experience on Main Street,” he says. “I’m super excited to bring a golf concept that bridges the gap of getting new faces into the sport and helping those that play to become better golfers. There will also be a merchandising component that I hope will expand nationally through golf culture and the professional tour.”
That’s not all for Brian who can always be found helping others while also focused on his own projects. He is a member of the College of Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) Advancement Council at Jefferson University which helps the college build a national reputation for offering innovative programs in design, construction, and sustainability. The council supports the University’s Nexus Learning approach by focusing on hands-on, collaborative learning with industry partners to prepare students to become leaders in their careers. In addition, he’s part of the University’s Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce Advancement Council which also exists with similar goals. Brian loves being able to teach and support others on their journey to success through mentoring and coaching too. His podcast, The New How, features interviews with business owners and they discuss building businesses through the use of new technology.
“I bring on other entrepreneurs to tell their story about how they got started in business,” he says. “I bring on people who are relatable to the average person. Most people I bring on built their business from nothing and grew it into an impactful operation improving the lives of the people they employ and the communities they service.”
Evident in his work with Designblendz and the “play” he’s creating on Main Street, Brian Corcodilos certainly has a knack for building something from nothing by blending creativity and history with a commitment to the surrounding community. As his lifelong passion continues to take shape in Manayunk, residents can look forward to a lot more fun, heart-pounding thrills at Lincoln Mill and unique experiences he hasn’t even dreamt up yet.




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Manayunk Voices
What Locals & Visitors Love About the Community
By Brandon Pagano
We set out to discover what truly makes Manayunk special by asking locals and visitors alike about their favorite spots, hidden gems, and what keeps them coming back to our vibrant neighborhood.
Kathryn & Tony
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK? Canal walk
WHAT’S THE FIRST WORD THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU THINK OF MNYK?
Neighborhoodly
FAVORITE MAIN STREET EVENT?
StrEAT Food Truck Festival

Dan
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK?
Comedy shows at Fat Lady Brewing
WHAT’S THE FIRST WORD THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU THINK OF MNYK?
Bridge
FAVORITE MAIN STREET EVENT? Founders Philly Freeze-Out
Carrie
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK? Main Street Music
FAVORITE MAIN STREET EVENT?
The Manayunk Arts Festival
Rob
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK?
Zesty’s - I love their steaks.
WHAT’S THE FIRST WORD THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU THINK OF MNYK?
Peaceful
FAVORITE MAIN STREET EVENT? The Manayunk Arts Festival
Jim
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK? Late night dinner at Lucky’s Last Chance
FAVORITE MAIN STREET EVENT? Tree Lighting Ceremony

Naomi
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK? Volo Coffeeshop. Great vibes and great food
FAVORITE MAIN STREET EVENT? The Manayunk Arts Festival Been going for years before I moved here.
Danny
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK? A walk on the bridge trail
WHAT’S THE FIRST WORD THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU THINK OF MNYK?
Home
Mary
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK? North Light Community Center
Michelle
ONE THING YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ABOUT MNYK? St. John the Baptist Church
WHAT’S THE FIRST WORD THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU THINK OF MNYK?
Friends













