By Maleka Fruean
Swapadelphia is hosting its first Community Clothing Swap on January 19, at Face to Face. The main organizer, Alex Yates, invites people to have fun swapping coats, children's clothes, and other items in good condition, all while connecting to community organizations that provide direct services and programs to people in need.
By Rasheed Z. Ajamu • Germantown Info Hub
In this Editor’s Note, Rasheed explains how questions fuel Germantown Info Hub’s reporting before laying out the 2026 question list GIH plans to chase down. From updates on Germantown Town Hall and the Ada Lewis building, to what happened with Germantown 250, what businesses will come and go, and whether Germantown can land a stronger grocery option after the Wayne & Chelten IGA closes, the note is a roadmap of what neighbors want answered. The note also flags major civic moments ahead like the race for the next Third Congressional District representative. Plus, questions about Happy Hollow, legislation with hyperlocal impact, and other unresolved neighborhood storylines.
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By Deesarine Ballayan • Germantown Info Hub
After launching d’griot at Maplewood Mall in 2023 as a gallery and herbal shop, community curator kind has opened the long-anticipated cafe phase, bringing herbal teas, coffee, specialty drinks, and fresh biscuits to 51–53 Maplewood Mall. The new “afro-luxury funky” space builds on years of community requests, major renovations, and kind’s commitment to wellness and storytelling.
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By Rasheed Z. Ajamu • Germantown Info Hub
After years of vacancy and uncertainty tied to the collapse of Germantown Settlement, the Philadelphia Housing Authority says it’s aiming to redevelop dozens of scattered East Germantown (and a few East Mt. Airy) properties into 121 affordable rental units. At a packed meeting at Lonnie Young Rec Center, hosted by Councilmember Cindy Bass, PHA leaders walked neighbors through the $84M plan, funding timeline, and what community members want addressed. Amongst things noting are safety, accountability, and maintenance at specific sites.
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By Pryce Jamison • Germantown Info Hub
Through Wrestling with Justice: Quakers and Northern Slavery, Stenton Museum uncovers uncomfortable truths about Quaker history — in Germantown and beyond. The museum invites neighbors to help steer future teachings.
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By Rasheed Z. Ajamu • Germantown Info Hub
From a corridor clean-up at Greene & Chelten to a housing-justice “Beloved Community” gathering and a community quilt-a-thon, here are ways to show up for MLK Day weekend in Germantown.
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By Rasheed Z. Ajamu • Germantown Info Hub
A year-end reflection on what made 2025 feel meaningful at Germantown Info Hub by editor, Rasheed. These include people-powered reporting, deeper collaborations, standout stories, and community moments that proved neighbors show up for neighbors.
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