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CONTENTS / July 9-16 ON THE COVER: Sausage pizza with pesto and mozzarella from the Field House, 1150 Filbert St., photographed by Felicia Perretti.

4 I PHILLYNOW Sandra Bernhard; Adam Lambert + Queen; Pure Classic; Bastille Day; and more.

12 I FEATURE From his no-frills Old City shop, Pete Caceci personifies the heart and soul of pizza in Philly. PLUS: The Pizza Olympics!

16 I FOOD Sancho Pistola’s isn’t screwing around with you about brunch.

18 I ARTS & CULTURE Music: Worldtown Sound System melds music from around the globe.

Stage: BalletX’s ambitious summer show celebrates aviator Edwin Charles Musick.

Screen: Beloved film critic Roger Ebert put his stamp on movies.

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The Uncomfortable Whole: I am a slightly fat single gay man, and this is an issue.

Timaree’s Body: The Supreme Court’s decision on birth control has little to do with reality.

24 I ADULT 24 I SAVAGE LOVE 28 I REAL ESTATE 28 I OPEN HOUSE

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Funny girl: Bernhard plays the Queen at World Cafe Live in Wilmington this weekend.

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Sandra Bernhard

Miss Sandy is an absolute icon. She has It. Her talents are many. She sings with a full, capable and brassy bombast, her breath control is that of an expert award-winning slam poet, and her wit is as sharp as the blade she’ll threaten to cut you with if you try to fuck with her. A viciously smart feminist and bi activist, she’s always on top of current events, so she’ll no doubt have some outrageously astute quips about Holly Lobby or Catholics for Obama. On the 2006-released Everything Bad & Beautiful, she brilliantly puts Condoleezza Rice and Rosa Parks together in a dreamlike dialogue that is so on point. Clearly, Rosa took Condi to school.

Sadly, what most folks associate her with is her groundbreaking six-year run as Nancy Bartlett on Roseanne, where she trailblazed as an openly queer character, or as one of Madonna’s best friends, thanks to Madonna: Truth or Dare. But Bernhard’s career started in the late ‘70s, when she was moonlighting at the Comedy Store and doing nails at a chi-chi salon in Hollywood. In 1982, she was cast by Martin Scorcese in The King of Comedy, but it was her first two comedy albums—I’m Your Woman in ‘85 and Without You I’m Nothing two years later—that cemented her place in the annals. The rare tape or LP of either classic touchpoint in her career fetches huge prices at auctions.

Bernhard’s early years in Flint, MI and Scottsdale, AZ—and of course, motherhood—certainly feed the 59-year-old comedienne’s joke arsenal, but so does celebrity culture and her uber-famous pals (see “Iman” from the gut-splitting I Love Being Me, Don’t You?). Though Obama may be more her speed, get her going on Bush, Cheney and the Reagans, and you won’t be sorry. Chutzpah’s a word that folks love to bandy about when they talk about her, but she’s got more than that: balls, brains, and loads of heart and soul, too. // BILL CHENEVERT Sun., July 13, 8pm. $30. World Cafe Live at The Queen, 500 N. Market St., Wilmington, Del. 302.994.1400. worldcafelive.com

Wednesday, July 9 MUSIC

Deb Callahan Band

This week’s installment of Pastorius Park’s summer concert series features a headlining set courtesy of the Deb Callahan Band, a Philly-via-Boston blues-soul hybrid. The band is currently working on its fifth album, which will be released at the end of this year.

7:30pm. Free. Pastorius Park, Millman St. and Hartwell Ln. 215.248.8810. chestnuthill.org SCREEN

The Natural

The National Museum of American Jewish History’s baseball-themed summer film series kicks off with this 1984 adaptation of Bernard Malamud’s novel about a Major League hopeful (Robert Redford). Inquirer film critic Carrie Rickey will be on hand to discuss the film.

7pm. $5. National Museum of American Jewish History, 101 Independence Mall East. 215.923.3811. nmajh.org

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PHILLYNOW Thursday, July 10 PA R T Y

A Sun Ra Celebration

The Penn Museum honors what would have been the Sun Ra’s 100th birthday with readings of his sci-fi-rooted poetry set to futuristic music as well as an afro-futurist dance party featuring remixes of the jazz pioneers songs. 7pm. Free. Penn Museum, 3260 South St. 215.898.4000. penn.museum

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Two Arts, One Story: A Performance

Tonight, the Philadelphia Art Alliance hosts the Zach Mama’s Motherhood Band, performing original compositions by its namesake and Dan Nissenbaum, while Mama’s brother, Axel Mathieu-Mahias, showcases his painting talents. 8pm. $15.

Philadelphia Art Alliance, 251 S. 18th St. philartalliance.org

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Marisa McClellan

Best known as the face behind the popular “Food in Jars” blog, writer Marisa McClellan directs her focus toward assorted jams, jellies, pickles and chutneys for her new cookbook, Preserving by the Pint. 7:30pm. Free. Central Library, 1901 Vine St. 215.686.5322. freelibrary.org

Friday, July 11 SCREEN

Graveyard Shift

The Philadelphia Film Society’s horror series screens the vastly underrated Trollhunter, a 2010 found-footage thriller about a group of students who run afoul of not-so-mystical creatures in the Norwegian wilderness.

Midnight. $5-6.66. PFS Theater at the Roxy, 2023 Sansom St. 267.239.2941. filmadelphia.org MUSIC

The Soundtrack Series in Philadelphia

This live show and podcast gives performers the opportunity to share the stories and memories that they associate with a given song. 8:30pm. $15. Tin Angel, 20 S. Second St. 215.928.0978. tinangel.com COMEDY

Sketch Comedy: The Theme Show

ManiPedi hosts this gathering of hilarious sketch and improv comedians who will base their performances around the time appropriate theme of fun in the sun. 9pm. $10-$12. Philly Improv Theater, 2030 Sansom St. 267.233.1556. phillyimprovtheater.com SCREEN

Film al Fresco EX HI BI T

Ron Lambert and Christopher Moss: Gist During our unending quest to achieve “perfection”—be it via our jobs, our homes, our bodies or the gadgets we acquire— more often than not, we fallible humans often tend to lose sight of the bigger picture, like the people with whom the Universe has tasked us to share this earthly experience. In an attempt to shed light on this fascinating phenomenon, performance and exhibition space Grizzly Grizzly presents Gist, a visual study through painting and sculpture, that put the focus on small things that make up the larger entirety. Inspired by the Gestalt Theory’s concept of “gist memory,” artists Ron Lambert and Christopher Moss attempt to convey the idea that the human mind considers an entire object before registering its components, suggesting the whole is, in fact, greater than the sum of its parts.

Lambert’s provocative sculptures combine building materials and everyday domestic items intertwined with organic forms, illustrating our drive to seek the superlative while finding beauty—and acceptance—in our failed attempts. And Moss’ 15 paintings are arranged in a way that are meant to appear chaotic and frenetic at first glance, but make sense when viewed individually, then as a unit.

The word “gist” defines the essence of something, an overall understanding of an object or an idea. Grizzly Grizzly’s thoughtprovoking exhibit challenges visitors to understand—and ultimately, appreciate—the gist of our existence. // KENNEDY ALLEN 6pm. Free. On display through Aug. 1. Grizzly Grizzly, 319 N. 11th St., 2nd floor. grizzlygrizzly.com

Indie filmmaker Marc Dickerson’s new black comedy, Not the End of the World, follows a couple who struggle with how to carry on with their lives after their friends and loved ones relocate to a new dimension following the end of the world. 7:30pm. Free. Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. 215.965.4000. moore.edu MIND & BODY

Free Yoga on the Race Street Pier

Yoga practitioners of all levels are invited to partake in this free, scenic, six-day-a-week course that runs throughout the summer.

The hour-long classes will be taught by yoga collective Yogis United. No need to sign up in advance; just bring your own mat and enjoy the view. Various times. Free. Race Street Pier, Race Street at N. Columbus Blvd. delawareriverwaterfront.com

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Whether you own an old home or a brand new one, there are a number of things that can fall short of requirements during home inspection. If not identified and dealt with, any of these 11 items could cost you dearly in terms of repair. That’s why it’s critical that you read this report before you list your home. If you wait until the building inspector flags these issues for you, you will almost certainly experience costly delays in the close of your home sale or, worse, turn prospective buyers away altogether. In most cases, you can make reasonable

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Blobfest

Revel in the “Clash of the Kaiju” with screenings of several movies starring some of your favorite giant monsters, including King Kong, Mothra and Godzilla. July 11-13. $6-10.

Colonial Theater, 227 Bridge St. Phoenixville.

610.917.1228. thecolonialtheatre.com

M USIC

The Go-Go’s

Pure Classic The young folks are sure to go nuts for this: an all-day outdoor festival at Bamboo Bar, with fishbowl booze aplenty and a pool for your drunk dunking. Pure Productions and Cult Classic, two sibling production and creative collectives, are teaming up for Pure Classic, one hype Saturday flush with DJs, producers, emcees and party starters practically all day long. All three headliners are pretty fresh-faced, but they’re up-and-coming young guns making notable names for themselves in a blossoming EDM and DJ culture in Philly and Jersey that’s becoming more and more creative with every Soundcloud page.

Noah Breakfast, Nadus and Lindsay Lowend (what a name, right?) are the top three of a line-up roster that’s about 20 deep. The sounds will undoubtedly be a melange of club bangers, trap jams, electro collage, video game sound sampling and remix heaven.

The spinning sets will sandwich turns from area emcees and newbie vocalists, so this’ll be a great chance for folks to find local talent they never knew was in their background when they’re suddenly transfixed by a searing rhymer or inspired interpreter of 2014 ADD music culture.

You will not hear any Top 40 that hasn’t been thoroughly re-worked. You will hear creative studio concoctions and ultra-contemporary dance music performed almost exclusively for the purposes of blasting at full volume. // B.C. 4pm. $15. With DJ SYLO & Matt Ford, Dev79 & Buddy Leezle, Dayo & Trprkpr featuring DBNR, Baby Eagle, JXLbeats featuring XNDR & Tha Riva, PS118 featuring Mick Raw, Ganou & Kenny, Gabe Wolf + DJ YS. Bamboo Bar, 927 N. Delaware Ave. 215.931.0101. bamboobarphilly.com

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Garces Free Community Health Day

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Pretty Fly for a 5k

The Garces Foundation, founded by Iron Chef Jose Garces and Dr. Beatriz Mirabal Garces, offers free medical and dental care for the city’s uninsured immigrant community. This free health and wellness event provides dental procedures, including oral exams, x-rays, cleanings and fillings, as well as cholesterol and diabetes screenings. 9am. Free. Garces Dental Group, 212 Race St. garcesfoundation.org

Oh snap! Get your fitness on at this nostalgic 5K celebrating all the old school hits of the ‘90s. Listen to the decade’s hottest jams as you make your way across the Parkway, cooling off with Kool-Aid and Tang, and then pick up a totally awesome fanny pack stuffed with slap bracelets, Pop Rocks, Warheads, Handisnacks and more! 8:20am. Eakins Oval, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. prettyflyfora5k.com

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Bastille Day

Eastern State Penitentiary and cabaret darlings The Bearded Ladies team up to celebrate the French Revolution in a “completely historically accurate” reenactment of the storming of Bastille. Marie Antoinette (portrayed by Terry McNally) will also be on hand to toss 3,000 Tastykakes from the top of the prison’s towers. Area bars and restaurants will be offering French-themed entertainment and drink specials. 5:30pm.

Free. Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Ave. easternstate.org

Hispanic Fiesta

Penn’s Landing Great Plaza will be converted into a carnival area showcasing all that Latino culture has to offer. Take in the harmonious rhythms and melodies of salsa, meringue, samba and mariachi while enjoying ethnic foods and artisan crafts from Latin American countries. The event also features a dance competition from Goya, free health screenings and kids activities, including a special appearance from Dora the Explorer.

2pm. Free. Penn’s Landing Great Plaza, Columbus Blvd. and Chestnut St. elconcilio.net

MUSIC

Replay America: Ultimate 80’s Music Festival

The Go-Go’s, Patty Smyth of Scandal, Martha Davis & The Motels and more will be heard at this retro dance party celebrating the music of the ‘80s. Rock out to the ultimate hits from the unforgettable decade. Fri., July 11, 7:30pm.

The Plaza at PPL Park, 1 Stadium Dr., Chester. ilikebenfm.com STAGE

Musical of the Living Dead

Satirizing classic zombie movies with a musical twist, this show centers on 10 survivors of an outbreak holed up in a farmhouse and willing to try just about anything to get out.

Fri., July 11, 8pm. $25-$30. The Black Box at Opera Delaware, 4 S. Poplar St., Wilmington, Del. 302.658.8063. bootless.org MUSIC

TLC

Combining a signature blend of pop, hip-hop and soul, TLC has toped the charts with hits like “No Scrubs” and “Waterfalls.” Nearly 12 years after the death of Lisa “Left-Eye” Lopes, the surviving members of TLC refuse to back down and are rumored to be releasing a new album later this year. Sat., July 12, 9pm. $65-282. Showboat/House of Blues, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, N.J. 609.343.4000. houseofblues.com/atlanticcity FESTIVAL

Haddonfield Fine Arts Festival

Spend two days marveling over handcrafted ceramics, drawings, jewelry and more at this annual festival located in the heart of Haddonfield. July 12-13. Free. Kings Highway and Tanner St., Haddonfield, N.J. downtownhaddonfield.com

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Intro to Face and Body Painting

Chestnut Hill goes to the dogs this week with an outdoor fest for our furry friends featuring pet rescue organizations, training workshops, face (and snout) painting, a paw reader, food, music and much more.

Noon. Free. Germantown and Highland Aves. chestnuthillpa.com

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Award-winning body paint artist Georgette Pressler hosts this three-hour body workshop to teach you the skills to create living works of art. Learn about makeup products, get insider tips and create your own custom designs and characters. Noon. $100 (includes supplies). First Banana, 2152 E. Dauphin St.

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FO O D

Bakers of America keep producing more ways for the will power-free to enjoy cupcakes.

From typical chocolate and/or red velvet versions to vegan jammies and gluten-free options, there seems to always be something for everyone in those delightful little frosted mini-cakes. But what if you want more from your cupcake than what Betty Crocker has to offer out the box? What if you want to wow your friends by busting out your own gems of fancy deliciousness at your next dinner party? Fortunately, Boozy Buttercream has just the answer.

In their Cupcake Decorating Happy Hour, the tastily-named Boozy Buttercream provides an opportunity for its guests to learn some confectionary finesse while enjoying cocktails in an environment that is as engaging as it is encouraging. Participating students will absorb the basics of cupcake design by learning the basics of using buttercream in all of its forms, like filling cupcakes and using a piping bag with a star tip—you know, to properly master all of those intricate designs your sweet-tooth addled friends will admire on those cupcakes before stuffing ‘em into salivating mouths. Maybe grasping BB’s new summer-themed designs will help you impress those crusty in-laws at your next barbecue.

The class cost includes four cupcakes, buttercream and the provided supplies, plus students will receive a take-home kit with a reusable pastry bag and all the tools they’ll need to practice and improve their skills with their own recipes. // K.A. 7pm. $50. Smiths Restaurant & Bar, 39 S. 19th St. 267.546.2669. boozybuttercream.com

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The Odd and Remarkable Dioramas of Lori Nix

Lori Nix’s fascinating and imaginative photographs give guests a rare and playful look into the work that goes into the Academy of Natural Science’s amazingly detailed dioramas and sets. Through Aug. 3.

Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin

Franklin Parkway. ansp.org GAMES

Monday Night Quizzo

Head to Strangelove’s every Monday night for some pub trivia with “Best of Philly” quizzo host JB Farley. Prizes include gift cards and more. 9pm. Free. Strangelove’s, 216 S. 11th St. strangelovesbeerbar.com

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Robin Black with J. Courtney Sullivan

Robin Black’s debut novel, Life Drawing, follows a couple who leave the city for a more laid-back life in the country. The couple soon discovers that some betrayals are hard to leave behind. J. Courtney Sullivan’s The Engagements follows four couples over the course of a century. 7:30pm. Free. Central

Library, 1901 Vine St. freelibrary.org EX H I B I T

Birds of Paradise

Inspired by the work of photographer Tim Laman and ornithologist Edwin Scholes, this exhibit explores the behavior of birds everywhere, from their mating patterns to their unique calls. Through Sept. 1. Academy of Natural Sciences, 1900 Ben Franklin Pkwy.

Wednesday, July 16

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Queen + Adam Lambert

This cabaret performance is dedicated to the beautiful songs inspired by the works of William Shakespeare. Performers include Sean Hoots (Hoots & Hellmouth), Zachary Chiero, Byron Kho, Jeffrey Barg, Laura Boyce and many more. 6:30pm. $12-$15. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. worldcafelive.com

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Steve Forbes

Chairman and editor of Forbes Media, Steve Forbes is a leading voice in economics and finance. His new book examines the economic future of our country and how the destruction of the dollar threatens the global economy. 8am. $40. Central Library, 1901 Vine St. freelibrary.org

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When Simon Cowell opined to Rolling Stone that Adam Lambert had a “touch of Freddie Mercury and the sexiness of Prince,” Lambert was still coming off his American Idol fame, eye shadow and all. Cowell probably had no idea how on point he was, with Lambert years later—meaning now—out on tour with the modern incarnation of Queen, once led by Freddie Mercury, who died of AIDS in 1991 when Lambert was nine years old. Twenty years later, and Lambert’s fronting Mercury’s band.

Queen, aptly named considering the band is inarguably rock royalty, brings its 20-year catalogue to Philly for a Wells Fargo Center extravaganza, with Lambert singing lead vocals aside original Queen members Roger Taylor and Brian May—and man, how thrilling it’ll be to witness Lambert singing in tribute to the unique styles of the charismatic Mercury, including the song that made Wayne’s World famous, “Bohemian Rhapsody,” and pretty much every other Queen hit that has become worldwide rock standard. The tour’s been pretty well-received, too. Writes Jason Bracelin of the Las Vegas Review-Journal: Lambert sings with “an almost offhanded operatic flair” which fits the band well, particularly given that Lambert is prone to “unselfconsciously wear a leopard-print suit ... eliciting neither grimaces nor guffaws.”

Lambert’s comfort in his own skin-tight jeans probably accounts for his wide appeal in America, and, in particular, amongst queer people. After all, Lambert, like Mercury, is queer. That may not be news of the world, but it gives Queen’s ongoing legacy a kind of magic. // JOSH KRUGER

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The Pizza Man Abides Serving late-night slices to Old Town revelers may not sound exotic— but it might just be the heart and soul of what pizza really means in this town.

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he sounds of Citizens Bank Park float out of the television, harmonizing with the steady hum of the air conditioner in the window. Neither of the two men in the small pizzeria on Chestnut Street is impressed; the Phils lost badly to the Atlanta Braves the night before, and they aren’t looking too hot today, either.

One of the men, a regular customer, has brought the guy behind the counter—that’s Pete, the owner—today’s Inquirer, and he drops it on a table that’s slightly different than the others there in the humble dining area. This table boasts a large swiveling of-

fice chair, a laptop computer and bowl of cherry pits. That’s the man’s desk. Beside it sits a guitar.

At the counter, flour explodes outward with each thrust of Pete’s fist. He refuses to interrupt his kneading as he chats up the customer across the Formica archipelago. He is determined to make that pie.

Pete Caceci is of average stature, with dark eyebrows and white hair. He peers at the customer through the rectangular spectacles that hang low on his nose. “The air conditioner is still working—so far,” he muses. After a few more words, the customer leaves, and Pete is alone again. Outside Pete’s Pizza

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Joint, cars and pedestrians pass by. As he works, the Phillies lose.

He continues kneading.

It’s 11 years now since the 53-year-

old Queens native visited Philadelphia and stumbled across the unexpected opportunity to buy this unassuming little storefront on Chestnut between Second and Third streets in Old City. It wasn’t fancy, but it was a chance to live his dream.

“I could see it would be a one-man store, a real mom-and-pop,” he says, “an original underdog, blue-collar type pizzeria, a-hole-inthe-wall.” He pauses thoughtfully and adds:

“With good food.”

And it is. Oh, the mushroom slices have hills of canned mushrooms spread across them haphazardly, but there’s something charming about the no-frills nature of it. If you need something to put down your gullet that will satisfy you, and you’re tired of the “wood-fired flatbread” bullshit rife in bourgeois America, Pete’s slices are an oasis of simplicity.

As Pete puts it: “I’m always here. They know what I got: I’m consistent, regular, old-school New York-style pizza. Nothing fancy.”

The joint seems to have one primary objective, and ambiance isn’t it, unless the

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aura you’re looking for conveys something cheap, satisfying and totally Philly. That’s the ironic part, given that Pete’s a New Yorker— or, rather, he was. “When I left New York, I burned the bridge,” he says. “I invested in Philly. I own a house here. My business is here. I’ve been here a while.”

Indeed: In the decade since he came to town, Vince Fumo was indicted and sent to prison, the Phillies won the World Series, the Eagles went to the Super Bowl, Barack Obama was elected President twice, the economy collapsed, and Jimmy Rollins eclipsed Mike Schmidt’s hitting record. Meanwhile, Pete kept on making pizzas—and learned the ways of the locals: “I go downthashore to Sea Isle City” when it’s vacation time, he says.

Vacations for a self-employed pizza man, though, are few and far between. Pete works every day from 10:30 a.m. to closing time, circa 2 a.m. The only help he’s got is late-night, part-time, on the weekends; other than that, it’s all him, which helps keeps costs down. It takes a physical toll, though.

“You have to maintain your health!” he says. “You have to have good wheels; your back and legs are imperative; you gotta

“It gets crazy here.

The place will be packed, and the most beautiful girl in the world is sitting there wrenching her guts out, and nobody cares, we’re all having a good time! Eating.” watch your weight.” His hale-and-hearty stoutness carries a whiff of drill sergeant about it—earthy and well-worked, not plump. He’s like a congenial, happy warrior on a mission to feed the kids who are out on the town.

And oh, are they.

“It gets crazy here,” he insists. “On a regular basis, late-night, there’s a couple garbage pails in the middle of the floor, and if the kids gotta puke, there they go. They better do it in the pails, though, and not on the floor, because that’s what the garbage pails are there for.” He chuckles, his eyes shining.

“The place will be packed, and everyone is sitting around, and the most beautiful girl in the world is sitting there wrenching her guts out, and nobody cares; we’re all having a good time! Eating. Place is full.”

Pete doesn’t get distracted by the revelry himself. “I already did my carrying on when I was younger,” he says. “I’m the sober one— now I’m the guy who keeps an eye on everybody and shuts off the lights when it’s over.

This is a place for them to hang out [safely].”

It’s not just drunk kids that Pete’s keep-

ing an eye on. It’s also service workers—and artists.

“There’s a lot of people who are in the arts [who eat here],” he says. “There’s a lot of artists and musicians who can afford to live in Philly. It’s a through-and-through bluecollar town, and I thought that if I served honest food and I’m open all the time, then I’d get all those workers: the restaurant and bar workers, the entertainment workers, the bus drivers, the shift workers, the cab drivers.”

Abruptly, Pete reaches for the guitar sitting over by his desk. He starts strumming a soft Spanish melody: “I’m also a musician!

People drop in who play! And anything can happen on the off nights during the work week!” His enthusiasm mellows slightly as he reflects on his musician customers: “When it’s dead in the winter, when it’s midweek— this is their local place. They sustain me.”

And Pete sustains them. Without his steadfast devotion to entrepreneurship, his dogged sense of duty to slinging slices, where would the neighborhood be? Without fucking cheap pizza, that’s where.

And that matters.

Philadelphia still has one of the lowest costs of living of all major cities in America.

Reasonably low real-estate prices have had ripple effects across the city’s culture, allowing for artists, writers, musicians, actors and entrepreneurs to eke out their own modest incarnations of the American dream. Just like Pete has.

“There’s tons of opportunities here in Philadelphia for young people,” the pizza man says. “We have property everywhere!

Put your own money down, no mortgage, fix it up. If you’re handy, you don’t have to get involved with the bank.” Pete pauses as he puts down the guitar. “I think small is the business model for this country. Everything is going to have to become local… You just have to be willing to homestead and change the neighborhood. It takes time.”

But a pizza isn’t just about the character

of the man making it. Here’s what Pete says goes into a worthwhile pie: authentic, consistent, crunchy crust and delicious sauce.

Good ovens that keep the temperature steady, too, are vital to consistently good dough. And it’s lucky that Pete has good ovens, because that’s the only heat there is in the shop during the cold winter months.

It’s a tightrope walk, he says, vacillating between four months of snowstorms and sweltering Philly summers. He does it, though, and he’s just grateful the air conditioner is working this year.

“I talk a good game about retiring,” he frowns. “But you have to feather your own nest nowadays. Nobody gives you a pension in any business.” He shakes his head at himself. “Plus, I’m a musician. I bought myself a gig with this place because I can play here.

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Hot Again

Never mind the trendy Fishtown pizza joints— the question is, what’s good reheated the next day?

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izza is hard to screw up. I know this because I’ve eaten the stuff they cook up in Scranton—thick, square pizza with American cheese—and even that, if you step back and consider the grand scheme of things, is pretty good.

But yesterday’s pizza reheated today?

That can go way wrong, way fast.

For years, I used to microwave day-old slices, or just ate it cold; preheating an oven just seemed like too much trouble for too slight an improvement. Then, recently, I discovered a way to reheat old pizza that actually makes it taste good: A pan.

Step 1: Spray oil on the pan and heat it on high. Step 2: Bring it down to a low-medium heat. Step 3: Place the slice in the pan. Step 4: Wait about five minutes. Step 5: There is no Step 5. You’re done. And it’s great.

I decided to test out the reheat method on some of my favorite Fishtown and Kensington pizza places. While everyone knows the horde of new restaurants that have opened up in recent years—Pizza Brain, Pizza Beddia, The Art of Pizza—what often gets overlooked in citywide chatter is the assortment of brick- and white-walled corner pizzerias and steak shops that have been spent decades feeding my neighbors cheap, fast slices. Their names are etched in our heads, both from foot traffic and from the menus they leave stuck in all our front doors.

rlobasso@philadelphiaweekly.com I bought five slices from five Fishtown/ Kensington spots—Primo Pizza, Key Pizza, Momentos Pizza, Tommy’s Pizza and Franco’s Pizza—to see whose held up how after being cooked, refrigerated overnight and then reheated in the best way possible.

Tommy’s Pizza

465 E. Girard Ave. True story: Tommy’s $2 slice does not look good when it’s put on its circular paper plate. Here’s why: The crust takes up about a quarter of the entire slice, and, oddly, it’s more of an obtuse triangle than an equilateral one.

That said, this is pizza. Unlike some foods—mostly meat products—its look and taste do not necessarily match. Tommy’s pizza is decidedly decent: The crispyish crust is wavy on the bottom, almost like a good piece of naan, so eating it comes with the fun adventure of not knowing whether your next bite will be a thick- or thin-crusted bit.

This is Tommy’s Pizza’s greatest feature, served fresh—and its downfall the next day when you try to reheat it in a pan. With a wavy crust, the part actually touching the pan gets hot and crispy, while the rest of it just gets hot. The cheese melts soft, which is great, but the reheated crust just isn’t the same.

Verdict: Eat it all hot from the oven.

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have all signed on; more will be announced as the event gets closer. Attendees are encouraged to vote for their favorites in a variety of pizza disciplines.

Unlike those Olympic Games that come around every four years, the Pizza Olympics won’t waste your time with a parade of pizza vendors or speeches; when there’s a crowd of several hundred hungry patrons lining up at the door, there is only one phrase that matters: Let the sampling begin!

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Remember, of course, that a pizza shop’s mission is to serve you hot pizza in the moment; they’re not responsible for planning your lazy 18-hours-later leftovers. Still, reheated pizza is a big part of life—and maybe even half the joy the dish has to offer. n

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2573 Tulip St. Welp: I guess I found my new favorite pizza spot. Though it’s just a few blocks from my house, I’d never tried Franco’s Pizza until this experiment—something that seems sort of weird in retrospect, especially considering that, at a neighborhood party a couple months back, someone ridiculed me for loving Key Pizza’s and made me promise I’d check out Franco’s. Now that I finally have: It’s fantastic.

The thin crust and soft cheese complement one another awesomely; it reminds me of a spot in Greenwich Village called Two Boots where I used to stop on the way to punk shows when I was a teenager. (Fifteen years later, that pizza is still memorable enough for me to reference here, so, take that as you will.) Sizzled up in the pan the next day, the crust’s extra crispiness adds a new dimension; I’m not sure it’s better reheated, but it’s certainly just as good. .

Verdict: Now, later, whenever—it’s gonna be worthwhile.

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2563 Trenton Ave. Something I learned early on when I moved to the Port Fishington area is that Primo Pizza, the closest pizzeria to my house, is mostly good for when you’re looking to evoke a sentimental nostalgia for your middle-school cafeteria days. Primo’s crust has that poolside-snack-bar sort of vibe—on the dry side, but with anthills of sauce lining it. When it cools down, nothing about its look changes. Reheated, it’s still got that Elio’s-style crusty-cheese feel on the top, while soft and gooey underneath.

Verdict: Either fresh or reheated, share it with your 11-year-old niece or nephew.

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but soft and comes to you already topped with just the right amount of unmelted Parmesan cheese. The place as a whole is described pretty well on Yelp by reviewer Andrew C.: “I’m glad that this place is in Fishtown now because it’s a place that offers just a good pizza at a fair price. . .

That’s why I gave it 3 stars. Also it’s CASH ONLY.” All of which is to say: A slice at Momento’s is the pizza equivalent of an iconic cup of diner coffee: the platonic ideal of the bluecollar snack. And indeed, like even a good cup of coffee, you don’t really want to reheat it later; its fresh, deliciously greasy goodness simply doesn’t hold up for the hours you’ll spend dreaming about how it might taste for breakfast.

Verdict: Eat it all hot from the oven.

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2329 York St. People usually don’t believe me when I tell them about my love of Key Pizza. The hot, window-fanned, seatless storefront on York Street has a unique quality most foodies would probably scoff at, but for the average pizza eater, the slices are almost perfect.

First, the cheese. There is a ton of it. And when you pick up a slice of Key, you can feel the difference between it and other slices in pure weight. It’s probably bigger and thicker than any of its neighbors; each slice is the equivalent of about two from another Fishtown oven. Which may be why more people don’t rave about it: A slice of Key is soft, doughy, cheesy and with little sauce.

But when you’re looking for a slow, hearty meal at your desk while working from home, there’s nothing better.

Except, that is, when you heat it back up.

Reheated, Key Pizza’s soft, doughy fundament turns into a thick-and-crispy crust— a whole new entity altogether, arguably much better than the average budget pizza that locals would expect from a corner takeout joint. Only problem, of course, is finding a pan large enough to house the slice.

Verdict: Take it home and watch its goodness blossom.

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t is, perhaps, the single greatest brunchmenu introduction in the city right now— a straightforward, honest direct address to the guest: “On the off chance you’re hung over while reading this, we’ll keep it simple.

For $30, you choose one appetizer, one entree, and one side. You will eat them. You also buy the ability to drink unlimited mimosas, margaritas and Bloody Marys for two hours.

If you need to drink more than that, you have problems. Please enjoy brunch. Everything is available a la carte.”

Oh, if only everything were this easy on a tender, post-binge Saturday or Sunday morning! And while $30 may not seem like a great deal at first glance for three brunch-time courses, the entirety of the offer is tough to beat, especially if you plan on taking advantage of that limitless two-hour-drinking offer.

Happily, the food itself also goes a long way toward justifying the expense: A recent weekend brunch—it’s offered Saturdays and Sundays between 11am and 3pm, in addition to the restaurant’s regular hours—was both decidedly tasty and stupendously filling.

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The regular menu is available as well, and if you’re looking to bash the previous night’s demons from your system with lightness instead of decadence, then the tuna tacos are a great option, each one piled generously with ruby-shimmering hunks of charred fish swirling with togarashi.

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A Global Getdown with Philly Flavor By melding music from around the globe, Worldtown Sound System’s become one phenomenal party starter.

By Kennedy Allen // kallen@philadelphiaweekly.com

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ust like there are scores of insufferable music snobs who dismiss anything that doesn’t fall squarely into their narrowly defined category of choice, just as many aficionados appreciate a little dose of everything. Thankfully, every once in a while, an outfit comes along that redefines how we think about music and music appreciation, and for Philadelphians, that group is Worldtown Sound System. This eclectic crew—which ranges in number up to 12 at any given time—fuses together house and dance music, funk and soul, rhythms from around the globe, live instrumentation and turntable wizardry to create a heady hodgepodge of sonics sure to make you move—which is their goal, naturally. They bring a refreshing burst of energy to the local music scene.

After the release of their debut EP, We the People, and the hugely successful Worldtown Music Festival they planned and helmed at the Piazza last month, perfectly timed with the beginning of the World Cup, WSS has their sights set on international stages, with gigs in South America and Europe in the works. As they approach their three-year anniversary as a collective, lots more is in store, both for the group itself and the audiences they leave enthralled and exhausted, including an opening set at Philadelphia Weekly’s Aug. 20 “Concerts in the Park” in Rittenhouse Square, sandwiched between DJ Cash Money and Pablo Batista and the Mambo Syndicate. Trust us, there will be dancing.

PW snatched up five of the band’s members for a recent chat: producer and co-founder Ben Arsenal, drummer Gary Dann, vocalist Jonifin Marvin, bassist Jay Powerz and saxophonist Dan “Basskitty” Keller.

wanted to start a band that would take up all of my time. They were like, “Hey, check out these tracks. Let’s just jam, and maybe we’ll hang out one day; we’ll play the tracks and see what happens.” Next thing I know, it’s a whole other thing.

PW: How did the group get started?

JM: Or initiator.

BEN ARSENAL: Sound System was sort of started informally when I met Femi. He, myself and this other young woman started the [Worldtown] organization together. When we met, Femi and I were both DJing at the time, and we had a bunch of drums. At our first party together, we decided to bring the drums along, and all of a sudden, it turned into this live, interactive experience—and people were blown away, psyched about the live energy these drums brought to the room. From there, we opened up the studio at 9th and Dauphin and started producing a lot more stuff. We met up with a couple members from the West Philadelphia Orchestra and invited them to record some music and vocals and put them over some beats. After that, when we were putting on shows, it was like, Hey, we’re DJing, but look! We’ve got some horns and stuff! I had been collaborating with a French DJ on this one track, and Jonifin had been on my ass to get in the studio anyway, so I invited him to come down, and he sang and wrote the lyrics for “She’s a 10.” Then I thought it’d be cool to have a real bassist lay down an additional bassline on top of all the crazy synth stuff I had going on, so Jules [Jay Powerz] came down before his trip to Brazil and recorded about 20 minutes of music. Then I thought it’d be even cooler to get Gary [Dann] to lay down an additional drum track, ‘cause a live drummer would make this project even crazier. And I thought, oh my God, what is this turning into?

GD: Right—or the fire behind everything: “Come on, guys. Let’s make a press kit!” This is the first project I have ever been in where there are about eight or nine others that all have those same skills. We’re all producers, studio owners, dedicated musicians, DJs.

GARY DANN: (Laughing) Yeah, they didn’t tell me that they

JONIFIN MARVIN: It really stems from Ben knowing people from different parts of the city that were involved in different things.

Like I was over here doing my thing; he met Jules over here and Gary over there …

What are some of the surprises you’ve encountered along the way?

BA: It was exciting to become aware of the potential of the band. Figuring out what it would look like and sound like, and then the awakening aspect of realizing how tight we had to make things, performance-wise.

GD: I’ve been in a lot of bands; I’ve been playing since I was 14 years old, ya know? And every band I’ve ever been in, if they needed a web site, no one else could do it but me. If we needed photos, I had to do it. I’m not a photographer by any means, but it needed to get done. When the band needed a flyer, no one else did it. It was always me. Rehearsal space, whatever, it was always me, I was always the facilitator.

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DAN KELLER: Yeah, I DJ as well. I play a lot of house, but also some dubstep and electronica, too.

GD: See? People that make shit happen. It’s just ridiculously refreshing to be a part of a project where I can focus on drums and recording. Now I can really make my role and my skills and talents shine. This is an opportunity for that, whereas in my other bands I’ve always been so bogged down with other shit.

JAY POWERS: Yeah, sometimes you hear about this person carrying the band or that person carrying the band. This band, it comes together and carries itself.

If your music could be the soundtrack for any genre of movie, what would it be?

BA: Movie? That’s a good one.

know what I mean? ‘Cause he’s goin’ everywhere, man! He’s traveling the world, and it’s really fast paced; you don’t know where he’ll be next! It’s all over the place!

JM: Yeah! It even gets sexy for a minute, all of that. Wait, what’s that Dirk Diggler movie?

You mean Boogie Nights?

JM: Like, Boogie Nights Part II. GD: We have this one song I love that’s like, my favorite WSS track right now. We usually play it last in the set, and that song always makes me think of some car chase going through the woods of, like, southern Oregon or northern California where there’s trees lining the road, and it’s dark, and there’s this really intense, fast-paced chase going on … I always imagine that song like that.

JM: Really? You don’t think about having sex?

GD: There are so many different moods in the music.

JP: [Laughs] Well that’s a given!

DK: Like a 1960s James Bond thriller spy jawn.

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JM: Yeah, well. That song makes me think about doing it. 

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Requiem for a Flyboy BalletX’s ambitious summer show—Matthew Neenan’s brainchild—celebrates aviator Edwin Charles Musick.

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on a different kind of meaning, quite unlike how we wait for a suitor to return a text.

“It’s a story that no one really knows about,” says Neenan.

“The more I researched him and his life and this episode and this journey, I became more fascinated about it. [Musick] was a hero, and he was fearless, and he was very subdued about it. He had a passion, and he followed it.”

With Langabeer’s music, Neenan’s choreography, Marsh’s hauntingly beautiful voice and the BalletX corps of young dancers (and singers), Sunset, o639 Hours is sure to be one hell of a trip to the South Pacific from pre-WWII U.S., one full of Maori culture, birds and bridges, letters and hardcore heartache. Contemporary ballet companies don’t often take these kinds of risks, but this show will try to take Philly dance to heights it’s never experienced before. 

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flects and honors Musick’s story. Singer Andrew Marsh, who provides vocals and piano for Philly’s premier improvisational chamber music trio Murmuration (“From Handel to Hole”), is doing some heavy vocal lifting for Sunset.

“I quit my job to do this,” Marsh says bluntly. “From the beginning, it’s been very collaborative. Everything is original music, but we’ve taken into account the styles of music that were going on in the U.S. in Samoa, in Hawaii and New Zealand in the ‘30s.” There’ll be references to this unique confluence of histories and cultures.

Did you know frozen dinners were first produced in the 1930s and ‘40s, and the Golden Gate Bridge was built from ‘33 to ’37? That’s also when Pan Am started taking off with Musick as a head pilot, carrying cargo and letters to these newlydiscovered territories that started to capture the imagination of Americans. Back then, we didn’t have such short click-obsessed attention spans. We wrote letters that took months to get delivered and sometimes simply got lost. Longing took

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his one’s a little out there. But wonderfully so.

BalletX’s summer staging of Sunset, o639 Hours explores the story of aviator Edwin Charles Musick, famous until his death in Samoa in 1938. It’s a production conceived, choreographed and musically directed by BalletX’s co-artistic director and choreographer, Matthew Neenan, and his friend and composer, Rosie Langabeer.

Langabeer is a New Zealander who came to Philly in 2010 to work with Pig Iron Theatre Company, and she’s done all kinds of awesome artistic stuff here, but she misses home.

The story goes that Neenan heard Langabeer playing the accordian and asked her to be a part of the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts (PIFA) in 2011, which celebrated all things Parisian. But it was the 2013 PIFA, with “If You Had a Time Machine…” as a core theme, that brought Langabeer to Musick’s chapter. And now they’ve teamed up to create a fulllength narrative ballet that’s been years in the making.

“I think it’s the biggest project that I’ve done that I’ve had this much artistic responsibility. It’s the first ballet I’ve ever made,” Langabeer says during BalletX’s recent open rehearsal at the Performance Garage. The jazz-trained musician’s culled together a small band that will perform on stage alongside BalletX’s cast. They’ll also be using all kinds of weird sounds. It won’t be your typical ballet. “Most ballets don’t have lyrics or spoken word, so we’ve done that kind of writing for the ballet, too,” she says. “We’re playing a whole slew of instruments and using plane engines.”

Musick learned to fly just before World War I and became a pioneer pilot with Pan American in the 1920s and ‘30s, gracing Time magazine’s cover in 1935. A ballet that tells the story of a famous aviator would be remiss without a few plane rattles and hums. In addition to live music on stage—in direct contrast to a traditional, full orchestra or obscure Eno-like composition—BalletX’s dancers will be providing the vocals, too.

“They sound good. If they can do it, and it makes sense— if it’s the right choice—then why not?” Neenan says. It’s his third project in which his dancers have sang—following 2011’s Proliferation of the Imagination (his first collaboration with Langabeer) and in Kate Watson-Wallace’s 2012 I was at a party and my mind wandered off... —but it’s ballets like these that keep Neenan on his toes, innovating and evolving. And working with Langabeer’s live band isn’t something he’s used to.

“I’ve had to learn patience within my own structure,” he says. “I have to change up my game. I can’t keep doing the same old thing. I know what’s easy for me, and I know what isn’t [in order] to challenge all of us, and the dancers and the company.”

Some of the inspiration for Neenan’s choreography will be pulled from his nearly month-long trip to New Zealand, a journey he took with the help of Langabeer and her family.

She was able to show him the richness of kiwi culture: from traditional Maori football (soccer) pre-match dances to the nearly 100-miles-tall island nation’s world-renowned bird population, two elements that will no doubt work their way into their-two act ballet.

One of the coolest things about Sunset, o639 Hours is the attention to detail paid to crafting a musical score that re-

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Life Itself Life Itself is two stories moving in parallel. One is a celebration of the legacy of film critic Roger Ebert; the other is a study of the man himself. Ebert, who’d been battling cancer, passed away while Life Itself was being filmed, which makes the personal interludes with Ebert and his wife Chaz all the more poignant in their immediacy.

With glimpses of Ebert’s home life at the end of a prolonged illness, director Steve James tells a story of the death of someone who, for many moviegoers, feels like one of the family.

The other story James tells is Ebert’s life. Part archive and part celebration, Life Itself chronicles Ebert’s career: his early days (including joining AA), his Pulitzer, even Beyond the Valley of the Dolls.

His contentious relationship with Gene Siskel offers the closest thing to dirty dish, and even then it’s some between-takes sniping everyone agrees ended in friendship. But Life Itself doesn’t lean on drama—Ebert’s influence is big enough without it. How big? Well, it’s hard to overstate, as glimpses of screenings and discussion of TV fame suggest. Archival footage is telling (he pans Three Amigos in front of Chevy Chase), and Martin Scorsese talks about Ebert’s support for smaller films, which shaped careers and often led to friendship. (It’s too cozy for some of his colleagues, but there was a shared-sandbox feeling about Ebert’s enthusiasm.)

The occasional raw edges suggest fallibility without quite becoming expose, and his candidness both in work and life take center stage. That honesty refreshes this love letter to a man whose work has been both so influential and so happily influenced. “However you came to know me,” Ebert writes in his blog near movie’s end, “I’m glad you did.” And because it’s Ebert, we know what he means. (Genevieve Valentine) REVIEW

Trollhunter Trollhunter, screening as part of Philadelphia Film Society’s “Graveyard Shift” midnight-movie series, is remarkably charming for a movie in which concentrated troll stink features heavily. A genretweaking mockumentary that balances its handheld-camera immediacy with the implications of its myth, Trollhunter follows three ambitious but hapless students out to film something clandestine (of course) who discover that the man they think is poaching bear is actually on the trail of something far more legendary.

Though this is clearly a film that understands and loves its genre, there’s a slyness to the ways the troll mythology gets folded into both the physical and metaphorical landscapes. The trolls themselves have a children’s-book charm that suggests horror isn’t quite Trollhunter’s point. Not that the film can’t build a sense of dread—it gets as much mileage out of a snowy expanse and a flock of birds as other movies get from an entire dilapidated house—but the soft-edged creatures encourage the mixed feelings troll hunter Hans (a pitch-perfect Otto Jespersen) has about his work. Beyond the exhausting trappings of the job, there are clear parallels beneath the fantasy. Even for the students, the thrill of uncovering a legend is laced with environmental concern, since after a thousand years, trolls are suffering from human encroachment and getting agitated about borders. Even more agitated is the omnipresent bureaucracy that’s managed to turn myth into paperwork: the Troll Security Service, with its decoy bear procurement and troll incident reports, is an antagonistic fixture in the snowy reaches only slightly less dangerous than the trolls.

The mythic cant to the horror and the wide streak of dry, Scandinavian humor sets Trollhunter apart from the usual found-footage horror fare. The laughs and thrills combine for great midnight viewing. And there are enough views of crisp, snow-dusted mountaintops to take the edge off the summer heat. (G.V.) Fri., July 11, 11:59pm. PFS Theater at the Roxy, 2023 Sansom St. filmadelphia.org

The man knew movies: The career of famed film expert and commentator Roger Ebert (above) is up for examination in Steve James’ documentary, Life Itself.

G E N E V I E V E S P O I L S E V E RY T H I N G

A Brilliant Life, Well Lived Beloved film critic Roger Ebert did more than masterfully decode movies.

He put his stamp on them.

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f you love to talk about movies, watching a documentary about Roger Ebert is a little bit like watching a documentary about your dad. For more than one generation of moviegoers, Ebert has been the entry point to appreciating movies. A critic who both hosted frameby-frame movie breakdowns at the Conference on World Affairs and wrote Beyond the Valley of the Dolls, his enthusiasm for film was infectious, and his reviews were a primer in the language of cinema. When watching Life Itself, the sheer scope of his influence is striking, but even more so is its depth.

Ebert occupied a precarious but deeply effective position that encompassed both academic rigor and utter lack of remove. He was transparent about the subjectivity of reviewing, and a reader of his pieces is often getting two things out of it: his review and how he felt about the movie.

As a kid of nine or 10, I was relieved when I discovered he and I were agreed in our opinions of Beauty and the Beast.

A few sentences outlined the difference between a movie calculated and pitched for children and a movie that managed to incorporate an all-ages energy that still felt organic to the story. Sitting at the kitchen table reading that breakdown–something that for him was most probably a glancing observation–put into words something I hadn’t been able to articulate. It was one of the first moments I remember thinking critically about film.

Ebert was a tireless advocate for movies, devotedly attending Cannes, and championing indies, oddballs and the occasional glorious mess. The one mentioned in the documentary is Gates of Heaven alongside Siskel, but Ebert had his own favorites. Anyone looking for a quick film-school course can find it in the commentary track Ebert recorded for 1998’s Dark City, a movie he instantly declared a modern classic, and one of the films of the year. In it, he likens cine-

matic homage to the specifics of jazz music, talks about how some movie mysteries are more effective when they’re left unexamined and declares that film is inherently ill-suited to intellectual argument, being by nature an emotional medium intended to draw the audience into a particular point of view. “We become people who are absorbed into the story,” he maintained, “if the story is working.”

The tag on the end of that quote is both a self-aware caveat from an experienced professional and a little sidelong shade at some of the movies he’s weighed and found wanting. Part of his egalitarian approach, Ebert was game to be offended, bored or enraged by a movie, and somehow it felt like the reveal of a Bond villain whenever he got to tackling something he hated. In Life Itself, when a friend of Ebert’s tells the camera, “He is a nice guy, but he’s not that nice,” we know what he means. With the turn of phrase Ebert possessed, there’s a reason a lot of his best reviews had a streak of vitriol in them. He hated the Transformers franchise in particular, to the point that he eventually took one or two commenters to task in rebuttals that were even more scathing then his reviews. Still, he hated Transformers less than he hated North, of which he’s famously said, in a sentiment that reads halfway between disappointed-dad and sheer malicious glee: “I hated this movie. Hated, hated, hated, hated, hated this movie. Hated it. Hated every simpering stupid vacant audience-insulting moment of it.”

Early in Life Itself, Ebert recalls a stamp with his name on it, with which he bylined anything the ink would stick to. His parents had their work cut out for him, he said, trying to keep him from authoring the world. It’s hard not to think that he managed it anyway. By writing so much and so beautifully about film, he’s a secret companion in many a theater seat, having decoded movies’ secrets so we can love them even more. 

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by Josh Kruger jkruger@philadelphiaweekly.com

My Chubby Problem This belly is not bathing-suit-ready—and I’m not sure it ever will be.

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ave you seen that to-the-side men’s speedo? Of course you have; that’s what the Internet’s for. But if you haven’t, just Google—and I shit you not—“one sided grape smuggler.” Yeah: This thing is awful. But it’s been around for a while, so why is it making the rounds so prominently now?

Because it’s swimsuit season! Yay! By which I mean oh god no.

Summertime is when we get to see what’s been hiding under all our dark colors and layers for months. If you’re anything like me, it’s the season you get to look at other people and wish you looked so good shirtless, much less in a bikini.

And as ridiculous as the men who wear that Eurotrash banana-hammock look, I’m left with the nagging feeling: “Gosh, I wish my abs were that flat.”

Peeking in through the windows of the metaphorical thin people’s club has been one of the loneliest aspects of my entire life. That’s ironic, really, because according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly three-quarters of all Americans are overweight. (That includes, but is not limited to, the one-third who are obese.) Still, as a child, it seemed to me that my peers could fit into T-shirts without bumps or lumps or rolls bulging outward. I couldn’t. God forbid I’d get stuck wearing polyblends, my love handles betrayed callously as the material clung to my true shape. Soccer was a nightmare.

Early on, I figured out that dark colors were particularly helpful. But when I started to hit puberty, my wheezy “Tubby the Tuba” physique was exacerbated by the fact that I did, in fact, play the tuba. In today’s parlance, I suppose you could say I was a hot little (big) mess: braces, parted hair and boy-boobs galore. But hell, I was me, and at least my parents loved me. So there was that.

As I grew body hair and started becoming a young man, I got thin. For, like, five minutes when I was 19. Then, hauntingly, my weight ballooned over a hundred pounds to where, at the age of 23, I tipped the scales at a hefty 317 pounds.

I started working out, cutting out the trips to fast-food joints, doing slow and then later fast cardio, and losing weight steadily, healthily. Finally, I weighed in below 200. I told everyone it was a joyous thing to feel healthy—which it was, but that wasn’t why I’d done it. What I wanted

was to look good shirtless.

My healthiest “thin” weight seemed to rest around 180 pounds: nearly half the size I’d been at my fattest. By the CDC’s count, though, that meant my body mass index was still considered overweight.

Never mind that BMI is a measurement whose efficacy is hotly disputed as an accurate gauge of health—that overweight designation bothered the fuck out of me, no matter how much I got laid.

After years of yo-yoing between 170 and 210 pounds, I’m a little over 200 pounds today. As a single gay man pushing 30, I might as well be on the goddamned moon. I’ve decided to stop using online dating profiles and apps, in part because I just don’t want to lie. North of 200 pounds is nowhere you want to be on the gay singles scene; I can just imagine some spiritually dead queen swiping his finger across my GrindR profile tile with disdain, sneering, “Be gone, tubby! I have real men to fuck whose abs I can see!”

Am I projecting? Maybe. But I wasn’t imagining the well-meaning older gay man last year who told all 185 pounds of me: “You know, Josh, your main liability is your heftiness. You should get thinner.” Gee, thanks, queer community elder.

And we wonder why younger gay men and older gay men can’t get along, right?

Internalized generational self-hate baggage FTW. So there’s that.

The National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance, an advocacy organization focused on being OK with fatness, thinks that thin people ought to shut the fuck up. “Our thin-obsessed society,” their mission statement reads, “firmly believes that fat people are at fault for their size and it is politically correct to stigmatize and ridicule them.” If you’ve ever seen a Hollywood comedy, where “Get a load of those fatties being all fat and shit!” is what passes for humor, you’ll know where they’re coming from.

Still: While there’s a lot of natural variation across the spectrum of human bodies, and many people’s self-observed healthy zone does not match up with what the BMI charts would suggest, there are limits to what we ought to accept for ourselves. Obesity is not good for you. The CDC cites being overweight as an increased risk factor for coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, cancers, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke, liver and gallbladder disease,

sleep apnea, respiratory problems and osteoarthritis.

But then on the other side of the fence, you’ve got self-hating former fatties like me, or Howard Stern, finding ourselves alarmingly prone to knee-jerk nastiness toward fat people. Oh, we disguise it as tough love. We hold hands with fat people who hate themselves so much they hate other fat people, and we all have a good hypocritical time as we singtogether-slash-cry-on-the-inside, “Guys don’t make passes at girls with fat asses!”

Some people even do really stupid shit like posting “thinspiration” photos of starving supermodels to keep the insane faith.

This is where eating disorders come from—and those will kill you, faster and more miserably than being fat will. Eating disorders affect up to 24 million Americans, says the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders.

And it’s not just women who are starving themselves, vomiting up dinner or abusing amphetamines to get thin: The ANAD says that 10 to 15 percent of people with eating disorders are male.

So there’s that, too. And finally there’s this: ANAD says 95 percent of all people who diet will regain their lost weight within five years. Good luck with that fad diet, perpetually unhappy America! Love your hair, hope you win.

At the end of the day, shirtless or not, “accepting” my fatness or not, I feel like obsessing over it is getting me nowhere fast. Here’s the reality: I’m going to be a little fat at least for this summer. And while I don’t consider that ideal, I find it less objectionable than all the alternatives I’ve encountered: yo-yo dieting, eating disorders, giving up and getting even fatter, or devoting my life to working out every day so people can check out these guns (he says, slapping biceps). Because I’m realizing my life is too important to waste carrying around the baggage of insecure people—including, among them, my younger self.

Maybe I’ll join a gym now so, next year, I can rock that one-sided grape smuggler and have guns non-ironically. Or maybe I won’t, because I’ve got other shit to do.

In any case, this summer, I’m just going to go swimming anyway, because I’ll be damned if I’m going to let either thin people, fat people or my own neurotic insecurities tell me to do a damn thing. 

by Timaree Schmit timaree@philadelphiaweekly.com

My IUD and Me The Supreme Court’s decision on birth control, religious employers and who has to pay for what runs afoul of a nasty problem: It’s got little to do with reality.

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haven’t had a period in over five years. It’s awesome. The number of hours, dollars, cotton plants and pairs of underwear saved is incalculable. More importantly, I don’t lose two days a month to debilitating cramps. The Mirena, a tiny, hormone-covered, T-shaped device in my uterus, gets all the credit.

Last Monday, the Supreme Court ruled that closely held corporations like Hobby Lobby enjoy human rights such as personal religious beliefs that can determine which prescriptions their employees are allowed to access using their health insurance, including the Mirena IUD. As health insurance is part of one’s compensation package, this is tantamount to your boss getting to tell you how to spend your paycheck. It is their money, after all.

It took me several attempts to get my IUD. I was in my early 20s and childless, and some doctors think that IUDs are too big of a decision for young women. The irony was striking: that the decision to get birth control was too major—but bearing children doesn’t require permission or proof of competency.

Since the age of 15, I’ve been on hormonal birth control. Technically, it was for medical reasons: The women in my family have terrible dysmenorrhea, with incapacitating cramps that last several days. I’ve passed out at work while trying to push through the pain. The pill took care of everything, though, and I was able to function like a regular old person. You know—how medicine is supposed to work.

Politeness says I should stop talking about my reasons right there. But hey: Not all hormonal prescriptions are for medical problems. Sometimes they’re for fucking. Sometimes people have sex without any intention of getting pregnant. Sometimes they do it because they’re in love, because they’re bored, because it feels good and they want to, and they’re autonomous beings who have the right to use their own bodies for no other purpose than pleasure.

But not everyone believes that you do have that right. There must be consequences, dammit! You don’t just get to go around and experience physical sensations willy-nilly! You can see the remnants of Calvinism in the implicit messages: Bodies are sinful, and physical pleasures must be met with

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Days after the ruling, SCOTUS decided the religious exception to insurance coverage could be applied to all contraceptives, not just specific kinds. And as religious groups began to argue that this decision opened the door to allow exemptions to LGBT antidiscrimination laws, too, the problematic nature of the verdict become all the more apparent.

The other starkly revealing thing is this: I’ve yet to hear from anyone who sided with Hobby Lobby who has the remotest clue how IUDs or emergency contraception work.

Emergency contraception contains the exact same hormones as the birth-control pills (or shots, rings, etc.) that are taken every day; they work by preventing a follicle from developing in the ovary, as well as thickening the cervical mucous. Non-hormonal IUDs, meanwhile, work by releasing copper ions that act as spermicide. In both cases, they simply don’t function as abortifacients. But again, the Supreme Court ruled that the accuracy of a belief is not the foundation of whether or not you get to force it on others. That, apparently, is religious freedom.

I love my IUD. With a busy lifestyle that makes it difficult to take a pill at the exact same time every day, it makes the most sense for me. It has the fewest negative side effects, and considering how long IUDs last—five years for Mirena, 10 to 13 for the Paragard— they’re cost-effective as all get out. But not everyone has the cash on hand to get one; they can cost as much as a minimum wage earner makes in a month. That’s where insurance comes in, just as it comes in for the folks who don’t have liquidity for chemo, heart surgery or an ER visit. Economic barriers to access can be as limiting as actual bans when you’re not wealthy.

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I am a straight female who was a dominatrix for a while—and out of all the jobs I’ve had, I loved it the most. Working as a secretary—one with a master’s in writing—wasn’t that hard to beat, I guess. But professional dommes aren’t immune to workplace romances, and I fell in love with a client. Long story short, we are still together after a year and a half, after I closed my practice because he didn’t want to be with a woman who was still practicing this kind of physical intimacy with others. Fair enough. But the list has grown longer. His jealousy flared when I told him that I went to lunch with a male friend that I’d played with before, and again when he found an old picture on my computer of me blowing my ex (snooping sucks when someone’s not mature enough to handle what they find). But the most bitter pill is that he no longer wants me to write anything about my experiences—not because it might cause professional fallout if people knew about him dating a former pro domme, but because he doesn’t want me to think about the experiences I’ve had. Fuck, Dan, I love this guy, but “retiring” has never been so hard and so scary. I honestly miss the sex-positive community and the impact (ha) I had on people who decided—for whatever reason—to pay a professional to share this creative, spiritual, eros-infused intimacy with them. It seemed like I needed to give that up to have a marriage and family, which, as I get into the later half of my 30s, seems like I better get going on if I want this to happen. DTMFA, I know, but why has it been so hard to do this time?

Despairing Over My Man’s Expectations “DOMME’s letter struck a chord with me, because I was once in a relationship with a guy who did very similar things,” says Mistress Matisse, a professional dominatrix, writer and sex-worker-rights activist.

“He knew exactly who I was when we started the relationship—just like DOMME’s guy did—and he said it was fine. But once I got emotionally invested, that all changed. He tried to control me by making me feel insecure, like I was a flawed person and my only chance for a relationship was him—who else would be willing to be with an (ick) sex worker? As dumb as it sounds now, I think part of what blinded me to what he was doing was the fact that I was a dominatrix! Surely a dominant woman could not be in an abusive relationship, right? Wrong. Leaving him was the best thing I ever did.”

And that’s exactly what Matisse thinks you need to do: DTFMA. But Matisse isn’t telling you anything you don’t already know. So why is it so hard?

“It’s ‘so hard’ because she’s in a relationship with an abusive, controlling man who’s been systematically tearing down her confidence and her sense of self for a year and a half,” says Matisse. “He’s made her give up things that were positive and meaningful to her, he gets angry when she sees her friends, and now he’s trying tell her what she’s allowed to think? This flaming hypocrite isn’t just chipping away at her self-esteem—he’s going after it with a jackhammer!”

Matisse doesn’t want you giving your boyfriend a second chance, DOMME, and neither do I. His controlling, slut-shaming behavior is simply unforgivable. “DOMME’s boyfriend is leveraging all the power of a sex-negative world to make her think she has to give up all of who she is, her past and her

future—even her own mind—to be in this relationship. Leave him. She shouldn’t agree to talk it over, or try to understand his feelings or work out a compromise.” He might pretend to make some bargain with her, like telling her that if she married him, or had a child with him, then he would possibly feel OK about her writing about her own life. Don’t fall for this,” says Matisse. “Her thinking about, writing about or even being a dominatrix is not the problem. He is the problem. If DOMME sticks around, she’ll just be giving her boyfriend a chance to do more damage than he already has. She should leave and not look back—and she should spend some time with a therapist. This guy has planted so much poison in her head, more than she can even see right now. She needs to dig it all out, so she can move on to a happy relationship with a man who loves her exactly as she is. And trust me, DOMME, those guys are out there.” Follow Mistress Matisse on Twitter @mistressmatisse.

I’m a straight guy, and my girlfriend just read my journal. I’d written some pretty harsh things in there about her. I believe that we have a strong connection despite having very different personalities. Although I wrote some very harsh things about her personality, I don’t question the strength of our bond. I feel guilty that she saw some of the things I wrote, but I am also angry that she read my journal. What do I say to her?

Stupid Conflict About Reading Entire Diary “Good-bye.” She invaded your privacy, SCARED, which was bad enough. But if you were so stupid as to put “Things That Cannot Be Unsaid” into writing—now “Things That Cannot Be Unread”—then I don’t see how this relationship can be salvaged.

I’m a straight girl with a question regarding oral sex. My boyfriend wants to come in my mouth. I can deal with the taste, but in order to climax, my boyfriend needs to pump his penis very fast. He needs to do this at a speed I can’t match even with my hands. This fact makes it very hard to contain his dick in my mouth. He also thrusts, which makes me feel choked, and I pull away. Is there something fixable here or is this simply a question of “what he needs to do to come” and I consequently have to learn to deal with it? I hope this question doesn’t sound too silly. I’m not very experienced!

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315 New St. Old City (Bridgeview Condo) 1 Bedroom, 1 Bth., c/a, w&d, garage parking inc. $1,375.00 613 S. 8th St 3rd Flr. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, w&d, 2 window a/c’s, corner nice light $975.00 1307 N. Marshall N. Liberties Area) Large 1 Br., 1 Bath, washer & dryer in the bldg. $675.00 Abbotts Sq. 2nd & Lombard Upgraded 1 Br., 1 Bth, elevator bldg., c/a, w&d, door person $1,500.00

TWO THREE & FOUR BEDROOM APARTMENTS 1904 Christian St All New Beautiful 2 Br., 1 Bath, c/a, w&d,, g/d,d/w 761 S. 4th St 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, w/w carpet, c/a, w&d

$1,750.00 $1,000.00

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1727 Monument St (Temple University) 5 Brs., 3 Baths, w&d, yard basement $3,000.00 238 ‘B’ Delancey St 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath,trinity, wood floors, w&d $1,595.00 1010 S. 7th (Bella Vista) 2 Bedrooms .or 1 Bedroom & Den, wood flrs, w&d, $1,050.00 208 N. Clarion St (Hahnemann Hospital) 2 Br., 1 Bth,, wood flrs, w&d, yard, bst. $1,200.00 236 Spruce 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bths, wood flrs, w&d, garden, deck, basement $1,850.00 1915 E. Albert (Fishtown) 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, c/a, washer & dryer, yard $1,500.00

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$615,000 Bryant & Wilde Realty The Rittenhouse Hotel & Condominiums 210 W. Rittenhouse Square, Residence 2402 $799,000

2433 S. Bancroft St. $249,900 Coldwell Banker Preferred

11:30am-1:00pm Avenue of the Arts 1420 Locust St. #19N

Queen Village

Washington Square West

782 S. 5th St.

422 S. Hutchinson St.

3:00-4:00pm

$469,900

Old City

$625,000

$499,900

714 Bainbridge St. #7

BHHS Fox & Roach

6-10 S Strawberry St. Unit 1

BHHS Fox & Roach

BHHS Fox & Roach

Washington Square West

Art Museum Area

$429,900

841 N. Uber St.

BHHS Fox & Roach

BHHS Fox & Roach

Point Breeze

Coldwell Banker Preferred

Queen Village 840 S. 3rd St. $859,999 BHHS Fox & Roach Queen Village 759 S. 4th St. $599,000 BHHS Fox & Roach

116 Queen St. $549,900 BHHS Fox & Roach

718 Rodman St.

$349,900

Art Museum Area

BHHS Fox & Roach

740 N. 24th St.

$449,900

$550,000

BHHS Fox & Roach

Fishtown

2104 South St. 3

1:30-2:30pm

$295,000

BHHS Fox & Roach

Queen Village Queen Village 777 S. 3rd St. C BHHS Fox & Roach

12:00-1:30pm

BHHS Fox & Roach

$319,000 Coldwell Banker Preferred

Graduate Hospital 2104 Carpenter St.

Queen Village

$595,000

132 Kenilworth St.

BHHS Fox & Roach

Washington Square West

2403 Catharine St.

919 Spruce St.

$425,000

$895,000

BHHS Fox & Roach

BHHS Fox & Roach

Society Hill

Bella Vista

10 Saint James St.

758 S. 19th St.

Graduate Hospital

Queen Village

2204 Kimball St.

311 Queen St.

$339,000

$755,000

BHHS Fox & Roach

BHHS Fox & Roach Pointe Breeze 1924 Manton St.

2:00-3:30pm

BHHS Fox & Roach

BHHS Fox & Roach

$325,000 BHHS Fox & Roach

801 South St. E $549,000 BHHS Fox & Roach

2:30-4:00pm Penns Landing

BHHS Fox & Roach

$349,900

BHHS Fox & Roach

2203 Kater St.

BHHS Fox & Roach

$310,000

$1,150,000

BHHS Fox & Roach

Graduate Hospital

Bella Vista

1730 Pine St. #4

$575,000

BHHS Fox & Roach

$1,075,000

932 S. 2nd St.

Coldwell Banker Preferred

$489,900

250 S. 17th St. #1600

Rittenhouse Square

$429,000

859 N. 27th St.

Rittenhouse Square

Queen Village

$325,000

Art Museum Area

2429 Locust St. #318

$699,000

$529,500

Graduate Hospital

Fitler Square

114 Kenilworth St. BHHS Fox & Roach

$219,900

2:00-3:00pm

1800 Frankford Ave. C $325,000

BHHS Fox & Roach

BHHS Fox & Roach

Times are Subject to Change.

$764,900

BHHS Fox & Roach

Graduate Hospital

Fishtown 1761 Frankford Ave.

$360,000 1944 Titan St.

Queen Village

South Philadelphia

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$925-$1150 $775-$1195 $770-995 $925 $800-$850 $575-1000 $1000-$1050 $850-950 $1250 $1050-$1150 $700-1000

$750-1100 $1175 $875-1000 $875-1700 Lombard & 19th Newly renov, mod studio, 1 & 2Bd's QUEEN VILLAGE $770-995 Walnut & 23rd 1 & 2Bd's, hardwood, laundry BAINBRIDGE & 5TH NewlyMod renovated, Mod 1BR w/Deck, WD $1345-$1675 $800-850 Broad 1Bd's, W/D, incl.CA, $575-1000 Locust 21st Studios & C/A, 1Bd's,heat laundry, heat incl.

CHRISTIAN & 5TH& Spruce Modern&1BR’s, W/W, C/A $895 $850-950 Pine & 21st 1Bd's, hardwood, heat incl., yard $850-995 CHRISTIAN & 3RD & 9th Fab 2BR $1200 Lombard 1Bd Trinity, & 2Bd,HW w/d,floors hardwood, laundry $700-1000 Pine & Studio’s 22nd 1 &&2Bd, heat incl.

CHRISTIAN & 2ND Sunny 1BR,hardwood, HW floors $790-$925 $995-1100 Pine & 9th 2Bd's, $750-1100 Lombard 23rd &2Bd, bi-level, A/C FITZWATER & 2ND Fab Lgh/w 1 &floors, 3BR 1W/D $1000-$1600 $875-1000 MONROESpruce & 2ND & 12th Lg. 2Bd, 1BR, W/W $950 Chestnut & 20thbath, Ultra bi-level, mod 1Bd's, C/A, great location $995 1-1/2 laundry $875-1700 Lombard & 19th Newly renov, mod studio, 1 & 2Bd's $995-1350 Spruce & 16th Old World, 1 & 2Bd's, hardwood ART MUSEUM $800-850 Broad & Spruce Mod 1Bd's, W/D, C/A, heat incl.

POPLAR & Great $1100 Art28TH Area Ultra Mod2BR 1 &&Bi-level 3Bd's, Deck, Parking laundry $950-1750 $850-995 Lombard 9th 1BdW/D, & 2Bd, w/d, hardwood, BROWN & 27TH Mod & 1BR’s, Spacious, C/A, W/D W/D. In Courtyard $1050-$1200 $995-1100 Pine 9th 2Bd's, h/w floors, $825-1375 City FabCute ultraStudio mod 1w/Yard & 2Bd's, deck BROWN &Old 24TH $750-$775 $995 Spruce & 12th 2Bd, 1-1/2 bath, bi-level, laundry PARRISHUniversity & 23RD Cute3Bd, Studio, W/Wtotally renovated $775 $1950 City bath, $995-1350 Spruce &2 16th Old Studio World, 1 & 2Bd's, hardwood GREEN & 21ST Newly Renovated $825 $950-1750 Art Area Ultra Mod 1 & 3Bd's, W/D, Deck, Parking $700 Nice Studio WALLACESpring & 20THGarden 1BR,Collonade-Extremely HW floors, EIK, Laundry $875 $825-1375 Old City EIK, Fab ultra mod 1 & 2Bd's, deck FAIRMOUNT Lg 2BR, HW $1400 $600-675 Q.V.& 20TH 3rd & Bambridge 1 &floors 2Bd's, W/W, C/A $1950 University City 3Bd, 2 bath, totally renovated SPRING GARDEN & 19TH Fab Studios/Loft, HW floors Laundry $775 $375 SPRING GARDEN 19TH Spring Studio’s & 1BR w/Yard Spring&Garden & 19th Studio, hardwood, Heat $700 Garden Collonade-Extremely Niceincl.

Studio $825-$1125 $600-675 Q.V. 3rd & Bambridge 1 & 2Bd's, W/W, C/A $625 Fairmount & 18th Mod 1Bd, C/A, W/D OLD CITY $375 Spring Garden & 19th Studio, hardwood, Heat incl.

ARCH & 3RD New, UltraGret mod 1BRMod Flats & Bi-levels, $600 Mt. Vernon &Fairmount 21st Studio, Yard, Laundry $625 & 18th 1Bd, C/A, W/DWD, Gym!! $1750-$2150 $600 Mt. Vernon & 21st Gret Studio, Yard, Laundry $700 Wallace & 20th 1Bd, parquet floors, yard MANAYUNK $700 Wallace & 20th 1Bd, parquet floors, yard BAKER STAspen (OFF MAIN) Great 1 laundry & 2BR, W/W, Parking Incl. $695-$950 $600 & 26thAspen 1Bd,& W/W, $600 26th 1Bd, W/W, laundry SPRUCE & 4TH Great Ultra 1BR, W/W, Laundry Chestnut & 20th mod 1Bd's, C/A, great location

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cEntER citY luXuRY REntAls

Parc rittenhouse 225 S. 18th Street

· 24 hour doorman · State-of-the-art fitness center · Media room, resident lounge, conference room · Beautifully landscaped deck with seasonal in-ground pool, hot tub, and skyline views

· Pet friendly · All apartments have washers and dryers Studio with balcony overlooking the building’s landscaped courtyard, wood floors, marble bath, 403 sf $1,575 Junior one bedroom with wood floors, an open contemporary kitchen with breakfast bar, marble bathroom, $1,750 506 sf 1 bedroom, wood floors, spacious contemporary kitchen, marble bathroom, large closet in bedroom, 614 sf $1,895

2 bedroom, 2 bath with all rooms facing south, wood floors, marble baths, open high-end kitchen, W/D, 1008sf $3,450

Studio with a large bay window, panoramic city views, an open kitchen and great closet space, 548 sf $1,350 1 bedroom on a high floor with two bay windows, dramatic city views and an open kitchen, 700 sf $1,750 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, bay windows providing city views, 1200 sf $2,750 Tri-level Wanamaker House townhome with 3 bedrooms plus a family room and 2.5 bathrooms, large bay windows, great closet space and a washer/dryer, 1900 sf $3,900

1 bedroom on a high floor with dramatic views of the Delaware River, floor-to-ceiling windows and lots of natural light, 700 sf $1,625 Completely renovated corner 1 bedroom with wood floors, an open chef’s kitchen, designer bathroom and city views, 775 sf $2,250 avenue of the arts academy house 1420 locust street Junior 1 bedroom on a high floor with stunning west views, a spacious kitchen and great closet space, 624 sf $1,475 Completely renovated 1 bedroom on a high floor with panoramic south views, a Juliet balcony, W/D, 724 sf $1,700 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath on a high floor with panoramic north and east city views, generous entertaining space, a large kitchen and W/D in unit, 1524 sf $2,975 center city one 1326 sPruce street 2 bedroom, 2 baths, balcony, city skyline views, great closet space, W/D in unit, 1209 sf $2,150 131 SOUTH 13TH STreeT Brand new 1 bedroom in a walkup in the heart of Midtown Village with hardwood floors, designer kitchen and bath and washer/ dryer, 501 sf $1,475

THe reSIdeNceS AT THe rITz-cArLTON 1414 S PeNN SQUAre 1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, views of South Penn Square, wood floors, open contemporary kitchen, designer bathroom, 1042 sf $2,950 rittenhouse square the rittenhouse 210 W. rittenhouse sq.

Furnished Studio with panoramic western city views, a large bathroom appointed in marble, a separate kitchen and washer/dryer, 583 sf $1,595 the Wellington 135 s. 19th street East facing studio, new carpet, separate kitchen, large bathroom, 409 sf $1,125 1 bedroom, western city views, large windows, generous floor plan, great closet space, 596 sf $1,575 the dorchester 226 W. rittenhouse sq.

Studio offering partial views of Rittenhouse Square, oversized windows and lots of open space, 583 sf $1,395 Completely renovated junior 1 bedroom with a south-facing balcony, designer kitchen and bath, and wood floors, 611 sf $1,695 Deluxe 1 bedroom with a new

· 24 hour doorman · State-of-the-art fitness center · Many apartments have recently been updated with brand new kitchens and hardwood floors · Pet friendly · Washers and dryers in many of the apartments · All utilities included except for electric 1 bedroom with city view to the north, a spacious living/ dining room, 2 large closets, 567 sf $1,375 Large Corner 1 bedroom with lots of natural light, a separate dining room and brand new berber carpet, 826 sf $1,695 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, western city views, galley kitchen, 883 sf $1,890

kitchen, new carpet, lots of natural light, balcony with Rittenhouse Square and city skyline views, 848 sf $2,250 Corner 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom with 270 degree views including a direct Rittenhouse Square vista featuring a large kitchen with butler’s pantry, formal living room, formal dining room, bonus den and luxurious master suite, 2872 sf $7,950

Furnished Junior 1 Bedroom, with an open kitchen, marble bath and great closet space, 531 sf

$1,925

1 bedroom penthouse with lots of natural light, a beautifully appointed kitchen, marble bathroom and wood floors, W/D, 593 sf

$1,995

Corner 2 bedroom, 2 bath with wood floors, an open kitchen, marble bathrooms and wonderful north and west city views, 1199 sf $3,250

313 SOUTH 18TH STreeT 1 bedroom with lots of natural light, a beautifully appointed new kitchen and bathroom, wood floors, one block from Rittenhouse Square, 720 sf $1,595 126 SOUTH 16TH STreeT Brand new studio with wood floors and a modern kitchen and bathroom, half a block from Rittenhouse Row, W/D, 308 sf $1,290 129 south 18th street 1 bedroom, large bay window overlooking 18th Street, open kitchen, wood floors, 750 sf $1,595 the WarWick 1701 locust street Studio on a high floor with an open kitchen, wood floors and marble appointed bathroom, 404 sf $1,495

3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 270 degree city views, open kitchen, marble baths, hardwood floors, high-end finishes throughout, 1978 sf the Barclay

237 S. 18TH STreeT 3 bedroom, 3 bath overlooking Rittenhouse Square with an updated kitchen, lots of natural light and magnificently restored original building details, 2338 sf

$7,500

art museum the PhiladelPhian 2401 PeNNSyLvANIA Ave Studio with a balcony, Fairmount views and large brand new kitchen and bathroom 603 sf

Allan Domb Real Estate 1845 Walnut St. Suite 2200 • 215/545.1500

$5,500

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$1,250

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society hill toWers 200-220 LOcUST STreeT Studio with treetop views to the east providing great morning light and river views, floor-to-ceiling windows, 548 sf $1,375

· 24 hour doorman · One block from Rittenhouse Square · State-of-the-Art fitness center · Seasoonal rooftop pool

2031 LocuSt Street

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society hill AbbOTT’S SQUAre 530 S. 2Nd STreeT 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath overlooking Headhouse Square with a balcony, spacious living area and great closets, 842 sf $1,395

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Washington square hoPkinson house 604-36 S. WASHINGTON SQ. Efficiency with wood floors, an open kitchen and large bathroom, 415 sf $1,050 Studio with an alcove overlooking Washington Square with great closet space, 600 sf $1,425 1119 PINe STreeT 2 bedroom plus loft, 2.5 baths with an open and updated kitchen, hardwood floors throughout, W/D and one parking space, 2000 sf $3,300 indePendence Place 233 SOUTH 6TH STreeT 1 bedroom in excellent condition with an open kitchen, large bathroom, treetop views and great closet space, 897 sf $1,600

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By OwnER 2213 ROSEWOOD ST 3br., 1.5ba., New Carpet thru-out. New roof, windows, heat & HW. 1 block from Broad St.

$165,000

2601 PARKWAY CONDOMINIUMS

3 Bedroom 3 Bath w/ Breath taking City views. 2,400 SqFt. Huge new kitchen.

Plenty of Storage. Pet friendly.

Parking.

Asking $638,000 BARANDON & HOLLINGER R.E. 215-663-0200

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The Packard Motor Car Building She was the stunning showroom for Packard Motors with soaring window walls and a stunning limestone exterior. Today, her spacious studios, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments bring gracious elegance and every modern convenience to today’s most luxurious apartment living.

317 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215.351.0930 Leasing Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6 Sat 10-5 • Sun Noon-5

Saturday Appointments Available

RITTENHOUSE SQUARE / FITLER SQUARE www.reinholdresidential.com

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Rittenhouse Hotel & Open HOuse: July 10 Rittenhouse HotelThursday, & Condominiums Condominiums Residence || 210 Square Residence2806 2806 210 W. W. Rittenhouse 5 pM - Rittenhouse 7 pM Square

22Bedrooms, 2-1/2 + Office Office Wine and Cheese will +be served Bedrooms, 2-1/2 Baths Baths Price: Sq. Ft. Ft. Price:$1,590,000 $1,590,000 :: :: 2,160 2,160 Sq.

The Rittenhouse Hotel & Condominiums Rittenhouse ActualView View RittenhouseSquare Square and and Actual 210 W Rittenhouse square River Views Adorn Every Room from your yourHome Home River Views Adorn Every Room from philadelphia, pA 19103 Residence 1002: 1 Bed, 1-1/2 Bath 976 Sq.Ft , For Sale : $615,000 Residence 2402: 2 Bed, 2 Bath 1418 Sq. Ft. For Sale: $799,000 Diane Diane Bryant: Bryant: 610.529.8000 610.529.8000 Margie Margie Wilde: 215.888.8500 215.888.8500 Office:215.893.6100 Office:215.893.6100 sales@bryantwilderealty.com sales@bryantwilderealty.com www.BryantWildeRealty.com www.BryantWildeRealty.com

NEWBOLD 1143 S. DORRANCE ST.

3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Finished Basement.

19th & Ellsworth Vic. $220,000.

EAST PASSYUNK VICINITY 405 WATKINS ST.

3 Floors, 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms. $118,000.

HOUSES WITH GARAGE 1518 S. STANLEY ST.

30th & Dickinson Vic. 3 Bedrooms. Garage. $79,000.

6037 BUIST AVE.

3 Bedrooms, Garage. $69,900.

GRADUATE HOSPITAL AREA 1606 WEBSTER ST.

Renovated, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Finished Basement. $365,000.

1621 WEBSTER ST.

Renovated, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Finished Basement. $369,000.

CONVENIENCE STORE & 2 APARTMENTS-SOUTH PHILLY 2203-2205 S. 7TH ST.

Double Wide Plus 2 Apartments. $219,000.

WAREHOUSE-NORTHERN LIBERTIES VIC. 1613-1627 GERMANTOWN AVE.

Approx. 9,500 Sq. Ft. On One Floor. $600,000.

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA HOMES LIVE IN OR RENT 2043 S. DARIEN ST.

3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bathroom. $95,000.

2205 S. WOODSTOCK ST.

THE CHATHAM: 20th & WALNUT – Spacious Studios & One Bedroom in High rise, Doorman bldg w/Magnificent Western & Southern exposure, View of Rittenhouse Square, HW floors, Laundry on site, Professionally managed. AVAILABLE NOW / AUGUST! ALL UTILS INCL. FROM $1,325 23rd & PINE – Spacious Two Bedrooms across from Fitler Square Park, HW floors, Laundry on premises. AVAILABLE NOW / AUGUST! ALL UTILS INCL. - eXCept eLeCtrIC $1,950 21st & LOCUST – Contemporary Studios, HW floors, High ceilings, Laundry, Rittenhouse Square area. AVAILABLE NOW! ALL UTILS INCL. – eXpCept eLeCtrIC FROM $895 21st & KATER – Modern Two Bedroom Townhome, W/W, C/A, W/D, Yard & Basement, Dog Friendly. AVAILABLE AUGUST! $1,835 16th & RODMAN – Bright 2 Bedroom townhome, HW floors, C/A, W/D, Yard & Basement, Dogs are welcomed! AVAILABLE AUGUST! $1,385 19th & SANSOM – Beautiful Bi-Level One Bedroom, HW floors, A/C, 1.5Baths, Steps away from Rittenhouse Square Park.

AVAILABLE AUGUST! ALL UTILS INCL. – eXpCept eLeCtrIC $1,385

WASHINGTON SQUARE WEST / OLD CITY

11th & RODMAN – Charming Bi-level Studio, Private entrance & Courtyard, Great location Avenue of the Arts, HW floors, Laundry. AVAILABLE AUGUST! $895 12th & LOCUST – Contemporary One Bedroom, HW floors, Bright & Cheery, A/C, Laundry on premise. AVAILABLE AUGUST! $1,185 12th & SPRUCE – Bright Studio with Exposed brick, HW floors, High ceilings, Laundry on premises, Extra storage. AVAILABLE AUGUST! ALL UTILS INCL. – eXCept eLeCtrIC $935

3 Bedrooms. $115,000.

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215-925-RENT

24 Hr Maintenance

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The Damon Michels Team The Damon Michels Team

1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Studiosin MainLine $115,000 to& $150,000 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse“Specializing Sq. Center “Specializing in MainLine Center City” City” 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1 Bedrooms $175,000 to&$225,000 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, Damon Michels Damon Michels $525,000 2 Bedrooms $250,000 to $400,000 $525,000 Call: 215-840-0437 The Damon Michels TeamCity” “Specializing in MainLine & Center Over 85 Million Call: 610-731-9300 $400,000 to&$500,000 Damon@DamonMichels.com in MainLine Center City” 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse“Specializing Sq. 3 Bedrooms in Sales in 2013 Damon@DamonMichels.com Damon Michels Damon Michels www.DamonMichels.com 610.688.4310 Includes real estate tax • No transfer tax 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 610.688.4310 www.DamonMichels.com 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, Call: 215-840-0437 Call: 215-840-0437 Damon@DamonMichels.com $525,000 $525,000 Damon@DamonMichels.com Open Sun 12-6pm www.DamonMichels.com MAINLINE CENTER CITY Tues-Thurs 10am-5pm Sunday 11am-2pm 610.688.4310 SHEffIELd CouRT Open CITY PHILA. The 11-4pm William| •Mon Penn House CENTER CenTer CiTY PHiLa. Main Line SuburbS www.DamonMichels.com 610.688.4310 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Tues-Fri 9-6pm | Sat 12-3pm 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. MAINLINE CENTER CITY Penn House The William - Center City Living!

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Pool Fitness Center• Pool •••Fitness Center •• Valet Valet 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Parking • 24 Hr Security 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Parking 24Hr HrSecurity Security 1830 Addison St.Hr Rittenhouse Sq. •• Parking ••24 24 Maintenance 24 Hr Maintenance 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, Rittenhouse Square • Rooftop 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 24 Hr Maintenance 110Addison Montgomery Bala Cynwyd Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Studios to$150,000 $150,000 Studios Pool $115,000 1830 St.Ave. Rittenhouse Sq. $525,000 •$115,000 Fitness to Center • Valet 1830 $525,000 NewBa; construction Carriage homes 3 Bd/2 Ba;Arch RenovatedTownhome, 1 Bedrooms $175,000 to$225,000 $225,000 1$525,000 Bedrooms $175,000 to 1027-31 St. #602, Chinatown 34 Bd/2 RenovatedTownhome, • 24 to Hr Security • 1830 Addison St. starting $689,000 Sq. $115,000 2Studios BedroomsParking $250,000 to $400,000 $525,000 2 Bedrooms $250,000 to$150,000 $400,000 1830 Addison St.atRittenhouse $525,000 2 Bed/2 Bath; 1,300 ft loft $359,000Sq. 1830 Addison St.sqRittenhouse Rittenhouse Sq. 1830 Addisonbaths; St. Rittenhouse Sq. 13Bedrooms Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 31830 Bedrooms $400,000 to $500,000 24 Hr Maintenance 4 beds/3.1 2 car garage; Bedrooms $400,000 to $500,000 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 2718 folsom Street, Art Museum Sq. $175,000 to $225,000 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 31830 Bd/2 Ba;Floor RenovatedTownhome, 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, Open plan with 3000 Sq ft Includes real estate tax • No transfer tax realRenovatedTownhome, estate tax • No transfer tax 3 Bd/2 front Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 33 Bd/2 3Includes Bd/2 Ba; Bd/2 Ba; Ba; RenovatedTownhome, RenovatedTownhome, PARKING, garden, corner/air light double $525,000 2 Bedrooms $250,000 to $400,000 $525,000 $525,000 $525,000 $525,000 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse MAIN LINE SuBuRBS Studios $115,000 to Mawr $150,000 Open Sun 12-6pm property 2 bed + den/1.1 bath, 1288 sq ftSq. $525,000 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 3 Bedrooms $525,000 605 New 11-4pm Gulph Road,| Mon Bryn $400,000 $500,000 606 fairview Road, Penn Valley Sq. Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Satto 12-3pm 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. townhome $450,000 6Tues-Fri bed/4.1 bath;9-6pm 4416 sq ft|Colonial $999,999 31830 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse 1 Bedrooms $175,000 to $225,000 OPEN SUNDA Y 11 AM - 1 PMSq. 31830 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, OPEN SUNDA Y 2 4 PM 5 Bed/6.1 Bath; 8696 sq ft Craftsman on 0.69 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Includes real estate tax •Penn Noto transfer 1438 Snyder Ave. 2nd flr, South Phila.

1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 2 Bedrooms 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 18301111 Addison St.Lane, Rittenhouse Sq.tax 2427 Carpenter Street, Graduate Hospital Penshurst Valley $525,000 3$525,000 Bd/2 RenovatedTownhome, $525,000 $250,000 $400,000 Acres $2,600,000 49 Ba; Cornell Rd., Bala Cynwyd $525,000 2 Bed/1Bath for rent $1,000/month.

3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 6 bed/4.1 bath; 4,399 sq ft cape on 0.69 acres $1,249,000 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, $525,000 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 8 W Park Road 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. $525,000 3 Bedrooms $400,000 to $500,000 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 3BD/1.1BA; $329K Sq. Open SunWeybridge 11-4pm | Mon 12-6pm 1830 Addison St. 153 EmilyTownhouse St., Rittenhouse Pennsport 3,314 Sq. Ft. Colonial Sq. 1830 Addison St.forRittenhouse $525,000 Lane, Wayne 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 35BD/2.2Ba Bed/1.1 Bath twin rent $1,800/month $525,000 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, $525,000 3 Bd/2 1212 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 2510 Bed/1 Townhouse for rentSquare $1,300/month 1830 Addison St.Wash Rittenhouse Sq. Includes real 9-6pm estate tax •2No transfer Tues-Fri |ftSat 12-3pm 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse 3Bed/3.1bath; 3,580 sq story colonial tax Finished, Walk-out LL Cynwyd $549K Sq. S.Bath 11th Street, West 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; Lindy RenovatedTownhome, $525,000 1045 Lane, Bala 318 Saint James Place, Society Hill 31830 Bd/2Addison Ba; RenovatedTownhome, in desirable Denbigh. $799,000 bath;Rittenhouse $949,500. $525,000 31407 Bd/2 Addison Ba;4 bed/4.1 RenovatedTownhome, St. Rittenhouse Sq. 1830 St. Sq. $525,000 1830 St. Rittenhouse Sq. 3 3BD/2BA; Bed/2.1 Bath; 3,482 sq ft townhouse $1,599,950 County Line Rd.,Gladwyne Bryn Mawr 3-Story Twnhome C/A $339K OpenAddison Sun 11-4pm | Mon 12-6pm 1310 fenimore Lane, 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, $525,000 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3707 Bd/2 Ba;Wynne RenovatedTownhome, 201 Lane, ValleyCynwyd $525,000 Conshohocken State|Penn Rd., 1830 4316Addison fleming StSt. 2ndRittenhouse fLR, Manayunk Sq. $525,000 Tues-Fri 9-6pm SatBala 12-3pm 5 Bed/4.3 Bath; 7,320 sqRittenhouse ft Colonial $2,495,000 1830 Addison St. Sq. $525,000 5BD/3BA; Renovated Colonial 5$525,000 Bed/2.3 Baths; 3795 sq ft Contemporary $598,000 15191 Bed,1 Swain Street, Art Museum Area Bath ForSt. Rent $850/month 1830 4BD/2BA; Colonial in college Park 17 St.RenovatedTownhome, Paul’s Road, Ardmore 31830 Bd/2Addison Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Addison St. Rittenhouse Rittenhouse Sq. Sq. 1830 Addison St. Sq. 361830 Bd/2 Ba; Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 1830 Addison St.Rittenhouse Rittenhouse Sq. 3/4 Acres; Walk to Train $724K Sq. 140 Knightsbridge Road, Wynnewood Bed/4.1 Bath; 4,191 sq ft Colonial $865,000 4316 fleming St 1st fLR, Manayunk 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3BD/2.1BA 1,552 Sq. Ft Townhouse 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, $525,000 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 8 Bed, 7.2bath; sq ft 3Garage sty colonial.

3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1,598 Sq.Ft; 1-Car10497 Attached $349K $525,000 3 Bed/2 Bath For Rent $1500/month 1431 Colton Road, Gladwyne $525,000 $525,000 $2,400,000 $525,000 Renovated, Central Air; Finished LL $399K sqPenn ft Colonial on 1.69 5 Bed/4.3 Bath; 8,394 $525,000 $525,000 1245 Hollow Rd., Valley 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse 1830 Addison Rittenhouse Sq. 2945 Poplar Street, Art Museum Sq. 1830 147 Addison St.Road, Rittenhouse old Gulph Wynnewood Sq. acres St. $2,100,000 190 5Bed/4.2Bath; Presidential4,955 #301 sq-ftThe TudorCorinthian Manor 3 Bd/2 Ba;Bath; RenovatedTownhome, 3 Bed/1.1 1,150 sq ft Townhouse 1830 Addison St. Sq.l 4BD/4.1Ba 1727 Fitzwater St., #ARittenhouse - Graduate Hospita 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St.Contemporary Rittenhouse 3 Bd/2 Ba;onRenovatedTownhome, 1108 St Andrews Road, Bryn MawrSq. 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 2.2 acres $1,395,000 Rent forTownhouse $1,600/month 4 Bed/2.1 Bath; 2,852 sq ft Townhouse at 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3BD/3.1BA, 2700 Sq.Ft w/ Balcony 5,620 Sq.Ft. $1,500,000 2BD/1.1BA $350K 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1025 Barr Lane, Gladwyne Hermitage $599,000 3416-18 N Sydenham Street, Temple Area $525,000 4bd/3.1Ba 2625 Sq. Ft;$4,700/month Renovated Capeor$539,000 $525,000 $525,000 Updated; For Rent $749K 509 Glen Valley Norristown Sq. 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 3508 Street - Powelton Village 2-3BRHamilton Units, w/parking garage. $1,735,000 1830 Addison St.drive, Rittenhouse 1830 St. Rittenhouse Sq. 1363Addison Naamans Creek Road, Marcus Hook 3 Bed/1.1Bath; 1,200 sq ft Twin $179,900 w/3 spaces. $1,150,000 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St.Ave, Rittenhouse Sq. 4BD/3.1BA; 3,300 Sq. Ft. REDUCED 31348 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. 628 Lindy Lane, Bala Cynwyd 4081 Manayunk Manayunk $635k 3Commercial Bd/2 Ba;Opportunity RenovatedTownhome, 1830 Addison St. Rittenhouse Sq. Bobarn Drive, Penn Valley 2636 Chestnut Street, Ardmore 617 Hallowell St., Conshohocken 4 Bed/4.1 Bath; 4,271 sq ft End Unit w/pool $525,000 Bd/2bath; Ba;1,326 RenovatedTownhome, 33 Bed/1.1 sq ft townhouse. $199,999 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; Rent RenovatedTownhome, 3$525,000 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 4Bed/2.1Bath; 2254sq ft Twin $425,000 $4,550/month 5BD/4.1BA, 5588 Contemporary 1333 South Street - Washington Square West 3BD/1.1BA Twin w/ Attached Garage $525,000 2040 N. franklin St., Temple university $525,000 $525,000 1230 Ridgewood Road, Bryn Mawr 1811 Brooks Road, West Chester 1830 St.unit Rittenhouse Sq. Duplex Addison Separate $499K 1,280 FtRittenhouse $199,900 1830 Addison St..89 Rittenhouse 2-3 Car Garage; Acres $879K 1830 Addison Sq. 3 sty 1880w/ sqParking; ft duplex; 1-1Utilities bed/1 bath; unit Bath; 6755 sqSq. ftSt. French Estate w/pool, $1,895,000 4 Bed/2.1 bath; 2829 sq ft colonial onSq. 5 Bed/4.2 3 Bd/22-4 Ba;Bed/1bath RenovatedTownhome, $250,000 acres. $560,000 3 Bd/2 Ba;2.0 RenovatedTownhome, 3 Bd/2 Ba; RenovatedTownhome, 139-Ebenezer Avenue, Bala Cynwyd OAK HILL PENN VALLEY -1501 S. 12th Street - Passyunk Square 3 Bed/3 Bath, 1329sq ft Colonial $269,000 $525,000 200 Sabine Avenue, Narberth $525,000 2351 N. orianna St. Temple university $525,000

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1546 Mallard Lane, Chester Springs 5.10 acres lot w/stream $146,000 2Bd/2BA; 1,247 Sq. Ft. $249K

Commercial and 4$25,000 Apartments $559K LotSpace 0.01 acres Indian Queen- Lane, East falls 8123551 S. 19th Street Graduate Hospital 3Bed/2.2 Bath; 1,878 4BD/1.1 sq ft. Twin Great Investment BA$350,000 $349K

4300 Spruce St. Unit C206 2 bedroom 2 bath Condo in move-in condition.

MLS # 6376972

$384,500

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2 Leverington Ave. PH20

2 Bedroom 2.5 bath Bi-level Condo one block from Main St. MLS #6403997

JOHN BROWN & ASSOCIATES

F E AT U R E D L I S T I N G S

2401 Pennsylvania Ave 15B34-15B35

$1,095,000

Unique opportunity to own one of the largest homes in The Philadelphian. This spectacular residence combines 2 of the most sought after floor plans to become one magnificent 4 Bed/4 Bath unit with almost 4,000 Sq Ft of living space, a 50+ ft terrace and unobstructed views of the Art Museum, River and Skyline.

526 Christian Street F

$699,000

343 South 4th Street

$699,000

4014 Dexter St

108 Arch Street 403

$689,000

3 bedroom 1.5 bath with rear deck, fully renovated.

MLS# 6349934

1215 Spruce Street 201

$324,500

$325,000

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$216,900

Gorgeous End-of-Row Townhouse in Gated Sunshine Court!! Offers sumptuous marble & granite, rich natural wood flooring, plush wall to wall carpeting, luxurious master bathroom, custom walk-in closet, convenient laundry room, separate family room with sliders to patio garden, deck off the Master Bedroom with sky views, and garage parking.

Classic Colonial Philadelphia townhouse in prime Society Hill locale features handsome details, rich wood floors and lovely natural light. Enjoy 3 bedrooms, study, two bathrooms, inviting living room with custom built-in shelves, charming dining room and kitchen, private patio garden and beautifully finished media room in basement. Nearby rental parking may be transferred.

This beautifully designed brick and zinc-clad building features 30 discrete residences, two high-speed lifts and secured deeded off street parking. Unit 403 is a stylishly appointed 1450 Sq Ft 2 bed / 2 bath condo with impressive 10 ft ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, covered south facing terrace, and sophisticated built-in ONKYO audio/visual system.

Expansive one-bedroom condo featuring 11’ ceilings, Pennsylvania Blue marble mantle and handsome moldings. Enjoy a beautiful kitchen, a large great room, and a huge master suite with a custom bathroom finished in marble. Additional storage is found in private locker in basement.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. 170 S. 6th St., Suite L-10, Philadelphia, PA 19106

215-409-6900

530 Walnut Street, Suite 260 • Philadelphia, PA 19106 215.440.8173 / 215.627.6005 • john.brown@foxroach.com www.johnbrownteam.com.

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MLS #6408720

$449,000

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3 Story Victorian Row SQUARE Duplex Just Renovated!

Condominiums. Amazing views, luxury lifestyle. $329,900 MLS 5965611 INCLUDES PARKING! MLS 5784384

1 Bedroom 1 Bath $335,000 $339,000

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$649,000

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UNIVERSITY CITY WASHINGTON 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths SQUARE WASHINGTON SQUARE

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215.893.9920 Rittenhouse Square 2000 Pine Street Philadelphia, PA 19103

Charming1.5 Condominium 2 Bedrooms, Baths $339,000 1 Bedroom 1 Bath $399,999 MLS 6394067 MLS 5950613

33 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths 4 Bedrooms, Baths Bedrooms2.5 2.5 Baths $293,900 MLS 6388400 $242,500 $259,900

$225,000 MLS 5777406

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CENTER CITY Loft 3 Bedrooms State of the2artBaths 2029 Saint Albans Street Condominium $239,000 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths MLS 5956986 $489,555 $395,000 MLS 6397547

215.247.3600 Chestnut Hill 8039 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118

MLS 5897864 $269,900

FEATURED GERMANTOWN

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5 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths $194,900 MLS 6354798 The Residences at

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CENTER CITY NORTHERN FISHTOWN Duplex LIBERTIES

UNIVERSITY CITY UNIVERSITY CITY Sunny Townhouse WEST MT. AIRY Sunny Townhouse

$400,000s at THE MURANO LAWNDALE

Starting in the $400,000s

This property consist of three units: Office space on the first floor and two one bedrooms units on second and third floor. $149,000 MLS 6320102

3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths Walkers Paradise! $379,000 $339,000 MLS16397336 1 Bedroom Bath MLS 5744269

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thIs week’s FeAtuRed PRoPeRtIes 113-121 BAINBRIDGE ST QUEEN VILLAGE Grand spacious home on several parcels of land, beautiful detail throughout, gated garden with private terraces, 3-4 car garage. Ideal for entertaining

$2,600,000 Call Izzy Sigman ABBOTTS SQ GU5, 530 S 2ND ST NEW LISTING 2 story 2br, 2.5b townhouse with private deck, fully renovated, h/w flrs, new kitchen & baths, mint condition!

$439,000 Call Viv Gilliam

1615-17 SPRUCE ST #100 RITTENHOUSE SQ NEW LISTING!

406 S 6TH ST SOCIETY HILL NEW LISTING!

100 N 22ND ST #129 THE ARCHES NEW LISTING!

Condo with +/-3300sf of masterly designed living space.

3br, 2.5b, cook’s kitchen, patio, beautiful garden

Gorgeous contemporary with deeded parking, 4 br, 3.5 ba, den, f/p, finished basement, garden

Recently updated end unit bi-level condo, 3br, 2.5b, +/-1765sf, h/w flrs, roof deck, great views, garage

$1,529,000 Call Scott Neifeld

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$599,900 Call Marian McGee

1515 S JUNIPER ST PASSYUNK SQ

227 WATKINS ST PENNSPORT

3br, 1b, h/w flrs, original leaded glass room dividers, large yard

2br, large bath, original detail, c/a, on beautiful block

$323,900 Call Ilene Wilder

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Graduate Hospital

$339,000

Handsome 2Bd/2BA with a private yard, finished basement and more all nestled on a beautiful treelined block! From the wide open living room with hardwood floors to the eat-in kitchen with maple cabinetry, stainless steel and granite countertop to the beautiful bedroom suite, you’ll love this beautiful abode!

Graduate Hospital

$425,000

Lovely 3 story 3BD/2BAwith southern exposure, wonderful charm and character galore! With a living room with 2 sun-filled windows, a fireplace mantle, pine floors, elegant columns in the living room, great kitchen with all new white appliances, quarts counter top and custom pine wood cabinetry and more, this home is a catch!

Art Museum Area

$550,000

Beautiful 3BD/2.5BA in the heart of the Art Museum Area stands out with amenities galore including a den, attached garage, 38ft yard, brick front with a bay window, beautiful deck, wood burning fireplace and so much more!

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$325,000

Society Hill

$595,000

Stunning, light-filled, spacious, tree-top level 2BD/2BA home in the heart of Society Hill! Just a stroll away from beautiful parks, dozens of restaurants, theaters and so much more. With a living room featuring a 2-story cathedral ceiling, 18ft window, a large rear bedroom and beautiful master bath, this home is amazing!

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Bridesburg – 2138S Cattergood St Very solid investment property or first time buyer opportunity!

2601 Pennsylvania Ave #934 HW Floors, Contemporary kitchen with breakfast bar, 24/7 concierge and shuttle bus to center city

$119,900

2601 Pennsylvania Ave #242 Spacious 1BR Euro Contemporary Kitchen and bath HW Floors and storage galore

$47,000

North Phila – 2428 N 25th St Comercially zoned Corner Property W/ Fenced side and backyard, Last Used as Family Daycare $52,900 $55,000

Carroll Park – 6016 W Thompson St spacious home on safe block with Large bedrooms!

in amenity rich bldg.

$175,000

2001 Hamilton St #2026 1BR/1BA includes parking Open floor plan modern kitchen custom cabinets pool

$249,000

North Phila – 2430 N 25th St Mixed Use Property in Features storefront, private full bath and large 5BR home with garage $62,900

787 N Pennock St 2 Story, 2BR home with Hardwood floors exposed brick granite counters Best Price

$259,900

Germantown – 5905 McCallum St Super Cute & Cozy Starter Home in the heart of Germantown!

921 N Bambrey St Charming home flooded with with Natural light and abundance of character on quiet friendly St

$274,000

Southwest – 6201-6205 Harley Ave Clean Vacant Land waiting to be built on, New Consruction going on everywhere

2429 Locust St #31 Renovated 1BR1BA, High Ceilings, Wood Flooring Storage included

$319,000

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866 N Beechwood St Gracious 3BR/1BA Front porch, Renovated 2 story with Garage Hw flors, A/C Beautiful

$355,000

Greys Ferry – 1604 S Newkirk St Great Investment opportunity for an investor looking for turnkey rental income or a new home buyer $69,900

2721 Cambridge St Beautiful brand new home with unique details and roof deck

$414,900

RITTENHOUSE SQUARE / FILTER SQUARE / AVENUE OF THE ARTS 2429 Locust St #318 Renovated 1BR/1BA High Ceilings Wood flooring Storage included Open House July 13th from 2-3:00 $319,000 1420 Locust St #19N 2BR/2BA W XL Terrace Gorgeous remodeled, granite SS Kitchen Open House July 13th from 11:3-1:00 $429,000 $1,799,000

2037 Spruce St Modern tech savvy 1860’s Brownstone featured in Forbes Magazine for “Smart House” Features!

2132 Race St 4BR/4BA Finished Lower Level W Gym media room deck hardwood floors Gated entrance 4 Car parking

$2,295,000

$69,800

Southwest – 6201-6205 Harley Ave Clean Vacant Land waiting to be built on, New Consruction going on everywhere Make an Offer! $69,900 Juniata – 1650 E Lycoming Ave Really Nice 2 BR home great condition with spacious master, lots of storage, Off St parking

$95,000

Briarcliff – 209 Westbridge Glenholden 3BR/1.5BA Central Air Garage

$98,000

Northeast Phila – 2117 E Tioga St 3BR Home with Hardwood Floors Basement Best home on the block

$99,900

Point Breeze – 1501 S Newkirk St Corner Commercial with income producing apt above perfect for an investment or new $104,800

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Germantown – 241 E Armat St Great Investment Opp! Duplex plus 2 Large garages u unit -4BR/2BA 2nd Unit 2BR/1BA $114,000 Olney – 162 Rosemar St Great Rehab New Price

OLD CITY / LOFT DISTRICT / CHINA TOWN 301 Race St Unit 321 1 BR Condo in Od City, High Ceiling, CA HW floors many upgrades $240,000 102 Church St #408 Newly Renovated spacious 2BR/2BA Condo with fire place and roof deck! Lots of space $344,900 6-10 S Strawberry St unit 1 Large upgraded 1BR/1.5BA High end appliances/Finishes, Storage unit 6-10 southstrawberry.com Open House July 13th from 12-2:00 $360,000 1215-21 Wood St #3 Rare 2BR/2BA condo with 2 Car Parking Combining Contemporary with Industrial $425,000 5 Loxley Ct Historic Brick courtyard 4BR/2BA 2 Fireplaces, Kitchen recently renovated, Patio $525,000 SOCIETY HILL / WASHINGTON SQUARE WEST

$105,000

Upper Olney – 6130 N Franklin St Beautiful home recently renovated in mint condition 3BR/1.5BA garage full finished basement $159,000 North Phila – Temple University area 1838 N 19th St 19121

$159,900

South Phila - 343 Gladstone St Meticulously maintained 3BR/1BA home easy access to shopping, restaurants highways and center city $169,900 Point Breeze – 2238 Titan St Stunning 2BR home, New Everything C/A, Granite, SS Appliances HW Floors Must See!

$178,900

Temple – 1619 Bouvier St Investment Prop Potential $2,300 Rent roll 6BR/2BA 2009 Renovation W/D Yard 10Yr Roof warranty $199,000 Germantown West – 265 W Rittenhouse St Don’t Miss out on this beautiful 5BR/2BA twin with original details and large yard

$799,900

$208,000

$1,850,000

West – 3508-10 W Allegheny Ave This Beautiful well maintained home located on the out skirts of East Falls , Won’t Last long $209,999

108 Lombard St Newly Renovated 3BR/1.5BA,Custom Kitchen baths, Garage Roofdeck 1101 Locust St 5BC 4BR or 3BR+Den Private terrace Parking high End Kitchen

$69,000

QUEEN VILLAGE/ BELLA VISTA / GRADUATE HOSPITAL / SOUTH PHILA. 1014 W Oregon Ave Fresh Renovated 3BR/1BA, Large 16x20 Concrete Patio 2251 League St Amazing 3BR updated home HW Floors CA and SS Appliances 723 Hall St 3BR/1BA Bella Vista home close to Italian Market and Passyunk Square!

228-30 Catharine St #2 Lovely Queen Village trinity style home, Courtyard 2BR/1BA in Unit laundry C/A 920 League St Well Cared for 3 Story home in the heart of the Italian Market eat in Kitchen, Modern Bath, New windows 412 Bainbridge St D Unique 2BR home with HW Floors, Custom roof deck and a modern BR 2051 Catharine St Large Victorian 3BR/2BA with Garden and Bi-Level Roof Deck 721 S 3rd St 19147 3BR/2.5 A renovated Meredith catchment area home w/ private patio 1534 Christian St Beautiful Home, Open Floor Plan HW Floors SS Appl, Rear Deck and More

$179,000 $219,000 $229,900 $235,000 $260,000 $280,000 $424,900 $479,000 $574,900

1810 Christian St Better than New Construction in Quincy Court 3BR with Garage parking

$695,000

NORTHERN LIBERTIES / NORTH PHILADELPHIA 813-17 N 5th St #301 Spacious Loft Style 2BR/1BA Condo in Prime location Private deck with bridge views 1524 N Hancock St #202 Bi-Level Unit open loft space HW Floors, Large Windows, 14 FT Ceilings, Open kitchen W/ Granite 901 N Penn St #F1102 Luxury Living 1BR/2BA condo open floor plan 9ft ceilings HW floors Gourmet kitchen 414 Olive St One of a kind extra wide Carriage House with large yard and Garage! 2BR with Office/Den

Fishtown – 1800 Memphis St 3BR/1BA with Characer modern updates lots of ligt and utdoor space at a totally doable price

$224,900

Glenside – 2371 Mt Carmel Ave 4BR Colonial home, HW Floors freshly painted, Great Location

$229,900

Old Kensington – 146 W Palmer St Great Corner Location Commercial Space with a 2 BR Apt above being sold In AS IS Condition $239,900 Elkins Park – 8231 Forrest Ave 3BR/1.5BA Dutch Colonial, yard Screened in porch, HW Floors, Fireplace, C/A , SS Appl

$259,000

Old Kensington – 2400-4 N 9th St Multi Unit Property Currently generating good cash flow

$280,000

East Falls - 4433 Driftwood Unit 107 Newer townhome at Hilltop at Falls Ridge 2BR/2BA, Garage tons of upgrades throughout $285,000 Fishtown – 1301 N Front St #C Condo with parking 2BR/2BA Den HW Floors Open floor plan exposed beams, double skylights $285,000 Fishtown – 2226 Martha St 2BR/2.5BA 3 Story New Construction

New Construction $289,900

Chinatown – 1100 Vine St P201 2BR Penthouse unit with HW Floors and a modern kitchen Pet Friendly

$325,000

East Passyunk 2031 S 10th St Join us for a tour of this beautifully Renovated S Philly Home near Passyunk Sq

$325,000

Port Richmond – 3007 Richmond St Newly renovated duplex 1st unit 2BR/1.5BA, 2nd Unit 3BR/2.5BA C/A HW Floors, Yard $329,900 $269,900 $329,000 $399,900 $435,000

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Fishtown – 2336 E Cumberland St 4BR/2BA HW Floors custom woodwork newer windows deck kitchen renovated a few years ago $344,900 Fishtown – 813 E Girard Ave Great 4BR/1.5BA Stylish Home with Lots of Character 2201-3 N Front St Apt#3 Great Investment opportunity! Corner Property inc (3) 1 BR Apts, Catering Hall, New Roof New boiler All utilities separate

330 N Sloan St 2BR/1BA 670 Sq Ft W Powelton charmer, huge Yard CA , smart use of space throughout

$199,900

4721 Springfield Ave Turnkey Triplex: Great Location 1BR Units Sep Utilities New furnaces and 200 amp elec svc

$399,900

4629 Hazel Ave 6BR/2BA Large Sunny rooms with beautiful millwork & c.1910 details and coveted Catchment block

$515,000

$350,000 $350,000

Frankford – 4441-49 Frankford Ave Opportunity to own a supermarket with gross receipts between $40K-60K a Month in Phila $385,000 3805-3807 Lauriston Brand New Luxury twin homes 3BR/3BA decks Gardens Garags 10 Yr Tax Abatement

$425,000

Mt Airy – 520 E Durham Spacious and stunning 4BR/3,5BA detached home in an excellent neighborhood

$529,000

Mantua – 3953 Brown St Buildable Lot There are Currently 3 other lots avail on this same street get them while you can

$12,000

Gladwyne – 1147 Conshohocken State Rd Updated 3BR/3BA home on almost an acre, Two Car garage, Fenced in Yard

$638,900

117 N 63rd St Unimproved Lot

$14,900

Old Kensington – 1954-58 & 1960 N 2nd St Commercial Investment opportunity! 3 Story Warehouse plus bar and garage $1,000,000

Kensington – 3155 Weymouth St 3BR, AS IS Cash Offer Preferred, Tenant Occupied

$18,900

Frankford – 1101-3 Frankford Ave Ready for investors, 22.000 + Sq Ft Property is approx for 1 Commercial unit, 15 res Units W 1-1 Parking

North Phila – 3425 N Bodine 2BR/1BA Below Market Value and can be used as a starter home or a good buy for an Invester

$29,900

$1,800,000

West Phila – 5735 Filbert St 19139

$46,500

Grays Ferry- 2501 Oakford St. Vacant WH with lots of potential for residential conversion, commercial use, warehouse or office space! $1,950,000

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CENTER CITY LUXURY SALES

Avenue of the Arts

oramic southern views, lots of natural light, great closet space, an open kitchen, balcony and W/D, 873 sf $285,000

AcAdemy House 1420 Locust street 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath on a high floor with north and east city views, large great room and a W/D in the unit, 1019 sf $359,900

WHite Building 105 s. 12th street 1 bedroom loft with 18’ exposed brick barrel ceilings, exposed brick walls and ductwork, an open chef’s kitchen, highend bathroom and wood floors, 898 sf

center city one 1326 spruce street

$399,900

1 bedroom on a high floor with pan-

Society Hill towerS

1183 sf $469,900 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, completely updated

rittenhouse Square

Art Museum

22 st. JAmes court

tHe pHilAdelpHiAn 2401 pennsyLvania avenue

1 bedroom overlooking the Art Museum with a large kitchen, spacious great room and excellent closet space throughout, 1262 sf $199,900 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated kitchen, intimate northeast city views, excellent closet space, 1538 sf $299,900

Society Hill

40 st. JAmes court

Multi-level townhouse condo with soar-

tHe BArclAy

lots of natural light,updated eat-in kitchen, marble bath, beautiful original building $639,900 details, 1136 sf

views, an open contemporary kitchen, wood floors, custom California closet, marble appointed bathroom, W/D, 499 sf

Corner 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom with original

tHe WArWick 1701 Locust street

One-of-a-kind bi-level penthouse with

floor-to-floor ceiling windows, panoramic southern views, 712 sf $259,900 1 bedroom, wood floors, floor to ceiling windows with breathtaking river views, potential investment opportunity, 700 sf $269,900

$344,950

1 bedroom, wood floors, balcony, marble bath, excellent closet space, 765 sf

$389,900

1 bedroom plus den (can be used as 2nd

bedroom), 2 bathroom with 2 balconies overlooking the building’s landscaped courtyard, large modern kitchen, marble baths, hardwood floors, 1422 sf $729,900 2 bedroom home converted to a custom 1 bedroom plus den, 2 baths, furnished, designer finishes and features, open floor plan, luxurious master suite, southern views, 1079 sf $885,000

Spacious 2 bedroom plus home office, 2 bathroom with an open chef’s

$1,075,000

balcony providing city, marina and bridge views; wood floors; an open and updated kitchen; and $339,900 lots of natural light; 1300 sf

penn’s lAnding squAre 313 s. 2nd st. #3b 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath with direct street access, one parking spot included, wood floors, an open updated kitchen, lots of natural light, 915 sf $389,900

PArc rittenHouSe 2080 sf $1,075,000 2 bedrooms + study, 2 baths, generous entertaining space

city views, a large balcony, open floor plan with chef’s kitchen and generous entertaining space, luxurious master suite, 1853 sf $2,000,000

WAnAmAker House 2020 WaLnut street

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, floor-to-ceiling bay windows, eat-in-kitchen, generous entertaining space, 1198 sf $479,900 Chancellor Street townhome with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors and updated kitchen and baths, 1300 sf $599,000

tHe dorcHester

Junior 1 bedroom with lots of natural light, south-facing windows, balcony, wood floors and great closet space, 623 sf $350,000 Completely renovated 1 bedroom on a high floor with dramatic sunset city views to the west, wood floors throughout, balcony, an open high-end kitchen and magnificent bathroom, 723 sf $399,900 Spectacular 2 bedroom, 2 bath with south-facing treetop views from all rooms, an open designer kitchen, beautifully appointed bathrooms, custom finishes throughout, 1281 sf $699,900

washington Square 700 locust street

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with a view

of Washington Square, wood floors, an updated kitchen and bath, and one car $650,000 parking, 1160 sf

independence plAce 241 south 6th street

South facing 1 bedroom with an open floor plan, private balcony, kitchen with great cabinet and counter space, and a $295,000 W/D, 928 sf 1 bedroom plus alcove, 1.5 baths, balcony providing Washington Square and city skyline views, large bedroom with ensuite bath and walk-in closet, 1118 sf $429,900 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with balcony and treetop city views, wood floors, open updated kitchen, renovated baths, $499,900 1173 sf

620 pine street

Three story Washington Square town-

home with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, parking, an open kitchen, private patio and $850,000 basement, 2740 sf

stricklAnd roW 1014 spruce street

Sun-soaked bi-level with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, wood floors and a recently $289,900 renovated kitchen, 857 sf

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kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, formal dining room, lavish master suite, marble bathrooms, excellent closet space and two private balconies overlooking the building’s landscaped courtyard, 2080 sf

Updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with a large

1173 sf $499,900 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, balcony, updated throughout

Custom penthouse, with 270 degree

Junior 1 bedroom with north city

WAterfront pier 3 - 3 n. coLumbus bLvd.

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spectacular southern views and amazing natural light, marble bathrooms, a large kitchen appointed with high end finishes $899,900 and appliances, 1565 sf 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom with 270 degree city views, hardwood floors, an open floor plan with chef’s kitchen, marble bathrooms, $1,200,000 washer/dryer, 1978 sf 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom on a high floor with 270 degree city views, hardwood floors, an open floor plan with chef’s kitchen and luxurious master suite, $1,250,000 1978 sf

1 bedroom, excellent closet space,

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, north and west treetop city views, wood floors, floor-toceiling windows, great living/entertaining space, 1183 sf $469,900

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building details including high ceilings and oversized windows as well as high-end modern features such as an open chef’s kitchen, there are custom stained glass windows throughout and lots of natural light, 1900 sf $1,249,900

society Hill toWers 200-220 Locust street

1900 sf $1,249,900 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, original building details and modern updates

pArc rittenHouse 225 s. 18th street

tHe BArclAy 237 s. 18th street

Multi-level townhouse condo with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, lots of natural light, high ceilings, wood floors, and a balcony overlooking the landscaped courtyard, 1602 sf $499,900

indePendence PlAce

1830 rittenHouse squAre

2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, wood floors,

ing ceiling heights, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, renovated kitchen and baths, wood floors, balcony, 1566 $579,900

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