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Catch a Buzz at PA’s Drexel University’s Academy of Natural Sciences Boozy Botanicals Art Deco-Era Event
Whatever lies behind Door 19 must be more mysterious than anything in the proverbial door numbers one, two or three. Story, photos by Sharon Kozden “Every great advance in science has issued from a new audacity of imagination.” — John Dewey I suspected that I was in for a wild night at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University‘s Door 19 event, cleverly named Boozy Botanicals. My vivid imagination envisioned scenes straight out of Little Shop of Horrors, all man-eating plants and specialty cocktails infused with the likes of stinging nettles or mugwort, ferns and fronds serving as swizzle sticks. Maybe my previous assignment at the Academy (Xtreme Bugs, featuring…
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Jurassic World: The Exhibition at The Franklin Institute a Fun Film Throwback
Story by Tyra Gardner, photos by Cassie Hepler From the big screen to a live exhibit, Jurassic World leaves no stone unturned with a lot of education, special effects this is one of the biggest exhibits to hit Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute since Body Worlds. The exhibit welcomes audiences of all ages and those who have an extreme love for the Jurassic Park movie series and dinosaurs. The exhibition was created by NBC Universal Brand Development and Imagine Exhibitions and co-produced by MagicSpace and IES with close collaboration with paleontologist Jack Horner provides an interactive educational experience that brings Jurassic World to life. When entering the exhibit for a VIP tour,…
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The Democratic National Convention Political Fest a Slice of DNC Fever
Photos, story by Jae Rich What a historical time it was this past week in the beautiful city of Philadelphia. The Democratic National Convention left its mark on the streets of Philly in more ways than one. From protestors and tourist filling up the side walks to beautiful colors of red, white and blue splashed across every monumental building the city has to offer. This city was definitely a political fest for sure. This past week Philadelphia put on its best patriotic performance as we housed some of the best events and exhibits throughout downtown. Already a staple city known for its historical roots, it was pretty awesome to see some of…