Reading's Barrio Alegría makes big moves
A national grant is shining a light on the amazing work of this organization, which brings its diverse community together through dance, programming, and neighborhood beautification.
A Reading block gets a major facelift
Kids walking to the 3rd and Spruce Rec Center have a fresh view. A coalition led by the Reading Recreation Commission and the Wyomissing Foundation have invested time, money, and labor into a transformative facade project, offering a boon to homeowners and the neighborhood.
A buzz in the valley
The towns along the Monongahela River in southwestern PA have banded together to support local economic development, increase tourism, and improve quality-of-life. Their work is paying off.
Give it up for PA's park and recreation professionals
On July 19, 2019 Pennsylvania celebrated its first ever Park and Recreation Professionals Day. The honorees are charged with maintaining and promoting over 6,000 community parks and 12,000 miles of trails — life in PA wouldn't be the same without them.
Hoop Dreams: A first-time entrepreneur gets State College kids onto the court
When Dan McKenna decided to start a youth basketball business, he didn't know where to begin — so the fledgling founder tapped into local entrepreneurial resources to get the ball rolling.
Increasing diversity in PA's parks starts with conversation
Organizers, activists and recreation professionals came together in Pittsburgh to work on issues of access and inclusivity in Pennsylvania's green spaces.
A floating field trip on the Mon River
This year, hundreds of students from the area will climb aboard Explorer, an amazing interactive classroom that also happens to be a boat. In addition to conducting experiments and observing wildlife, the kids will learn about the history of the Mon and how to be better stewards of the river.
8 reasons 2019 will be a great year for Pennsylvania
To get you as excited as we are, check out this list of reasons to relish 2019. From statewide trends to singular events to stunning natural resources, there's something for everyone.
A new piece of public art for Allentown
At 520 Lofts on Hamilton Street, a glass-enclosed stairwell will soon feature a mural inspired by the city's history and its thriving creative community.
Buy local, play global
The founder of Whole Wide World Toys spent years traveling the globe with her family before settling in Hershey and launching this innovative company. Their beautiful playsets prepare kids for a changing world, encouraging cultural literacy — priming them to study abroad, pursue cross-cultural job opportunities and seek out diverse communities.