Ever wondered what thriving community gardens look like? Ever wanted more information about starting a community garden in your neighborhood? Then join the Community Gardens Walking Tour with the Neighborhood Gardens Trust, Clean Air Council, and Feet First Philly to see three flourishing community gardens across West Philadelphia, on Saturday, July 12th, from 10 AM … Continue reading A Walking Tour of Three Community Gardens – Walking Across West Philadelphia
Proposed SEPTA Budget: 45% Service Cut & 21.5% Fare Increase – Make your voice heard!
On April 10, SEPTA released its budget proposal that includes 45% cuts in service - combined with major fare increases, workforce reductions, and a 9 PM curfew for all rail services, to combat a massive budget deficit for the new fiscal year on July 1. This would include a fare increase averaging 21.5% for all … Continue reading Proposed SEPTA Budget: 45% Service Cut & 21.5% Fare Increase – Make your voice heard!
Car-free streets for four Sundays this April in Rittenhouse!
Matt Stanley Photography LLC/Center City District Philadelphia Open Streets: West Walnut is back in 2025 in Philadelphia! It has returned for four Sundays this spring, beginning April 6 and finishing on April 27, during which seven blocks are closed to vehicular traffic. The seven-block stretch of streets closed to vehicles begins on 18th Street from … Continue reading Car-free streets for four Sundays this April in Rittenhouse!
Community Garden Tour in Point Breeze South Philadelphia on Saturday 6/8
Join Neighborhood Gardens Trust, Feet First Philly, and Clean Air Council as we visit 5 community gardens in the Point Breeze section of South Philadelphia. This walk is sponsored by AARP Philadelphia. During the walk, participants will get a chance to learn from garden leaders, learn about their work this growing season, and learn about … Continue reading Community Garden Tour in Point Breeze South Philadelphia on Saturday 6/8
Feet First Philly’s End of Year Recap 2023
During 2023, Feet First Philly (FFP) hosted multiple walks and webinars, administered walk audits, and held our annual Public Space Enhancement Mini-Grant program. Earlier this year, we awarded more projects than ever before, and we are set to award even more at the start of 2024. We’re proud to have engaged with most of the … Continue reading Feet First Philly’s End of Year Recap 2023
Recap: Community Garden Tour in Powelton West Philadelphia
On Saturday, June 3rd Feet First Philly and Clean Air Council partnered with Neighborhood Gardens Trust and AARP Philadelphia for a walking tour of three community gardens in Powelton. The walk was well attended and the garden leaders were extremely knowledgeable about their spaces. It was fantastic to learn about each garden, and the positive … Continue reading Recap: Community Garden Tour in Powelton West Philadelphia
Not A Parking Spot Philadelphia: 2017 Overview
In November 2017, Feet First Philly took over the twitter account NotAParkingSpotPhila, an outlet that advocates for pedestrian safety in Philadelphia. In only two months, Feet First Philly has been flooded with submissions, thank you emails, and responses from Philadelphians concerned for pedestrian safety. In total, Feet First Philly has received 40 submissions each violating … Continue reading Not A Parking Spot Philadelphia: 2017 Overview
Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Kyle Block
What is your experience as a pedestrian? How long do you walk? Why did you decide to walk as your commute? I feel so thankful to live in a place where I can walk pretty much anywhere: the grocery store, library, pharmacy, park, and festivals. While it is such a luxury to be able live … Continue reading Pedestrians of Philadelphia: Kyle Block
Show your support for trails in the Philadelphia region!
The city recently celebrated the opening of two new trails, the Penn Street Trail and the 58th Street Greenway.  The Penn Street Trail runs along the Delaware River and will part of a continuous 5-mile path that wil be called the Delaware Waterfront Trail.  The 58th Street Greenway is part of the East Coast Greenway, and … Continue reading Show your support for trails in the Philadelphia region!
Friday Article Roundup – 4/12/13
Philly, Pittsburgh lauded for rails to trails successes: The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy recently recognized the Philadelphia-area agencies that collaborated to create the Circuit, the ever-expanding network of pedestrian and bicycle trails in the region. The article focuses on the Schuylkill River Trail, and the Grays Ferry Crescent addition in particular. This new portion of the trail … Continue reading Friday Article Roundup – 4/12/13
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