This is a great space to get work done and meet other people…read more I love their spacious rooms, Internet connection, and management staff. Everyone there is friendly and eager to help. It's very well located (Mt. Airy Village) so you can get some food from Weavers or High Point during lunch. Also, the free coffee from High Point is a great perk.

We had our kids 16th bird day party here and Axis was so helpful in letting us set up the space the…read moreway we needed, providing detailed instructions and giving us a great value for a four hour event rental. The space itself is so cool--cool enough even for 50 teens! It is a sophisticated multi use space. I highly recommend!

Now is the beginning of my eighth year at Sherman Mills. Many of my neighbors are long term renters…read moretoo. That says a lot. Here is my positive take on Sherman Mills based on my experience here, and without exaggeration. My apartment at Sherman Mills is a large one-bedroom loft with plenty of windows, and came with state-of-the-art appliances, pristine pine floors, large timber beams, 20 foot ceilings with exposed beams and elements, one and a half baths, a Jacuzzi tub, a washer and dryer, plenty of closet space, an internet connection, and a front balcony overlooking a vibrant dog park and an old red barn where a blacksmith plies his trade. There is plenty of safe parking here. There is a private gym for everyone's use. And also, there are a number of businesses on the fairly large campus - day care, salons, musical training, yoga, personal trainers, event spaces, artist studios, and more. There is a glassworks next door as well as a rock climbing gym, and a cross fit gym a block away. Many of the tenants here are on the younger side. Many are professionals. There are dogs and other critters in abundance. The low-rise buildings here were built before the Civil War as a textile mill, which among other things produced uniforms for the Union Army. Much of its architectural age was painstakingly preserved by Mark Sherman so that there is a unique, aesthetically pleasing and enchanting mixture of the old and the new that you can see everywhere - inside and out. Each apartment is different from the others, and that is so because it was apparently important to Mr. Sherman to keep the integrity of the old spaces as much as possible. All of these buildings had different functions back in their day, and now they all contain different apartments and other rental spaces. The quality of life here is peaceful. It's almost like living in a bubble. Once I'm on the grounds, I'm not bothered by the normal bustle of city living. Yet this bubble is very close to what Philadelphia has to offer to cosmopolitan people. Center City is four miles away - a pleasant, winding four mile drive south along the river (Kelly Drive) right on into Eaton Circle at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The vast green space of Fairmount Park is a couple blocks away just beyond the historic Laurel Hill Cemetery. Manayunk's Main Street begins a mile north. You can walk to the river in 10 minutes, with easy access to both its east and west banks. It's a biker's paradise. Living here has been mostly problem-free for me because the property manager and maintenance are on-the-spot attentive to the usual things that come up in a tenancy - fix a leak, replace a dishwasher, fix a hole in the wall, do some painting. And it seems that there's always some improvement project happening on any given day. My rent is on the premium side, but certainly competitive. Given the one-of-a-kind spacious apartment, the amenities, my neighbors, and the location, to me it is well worth it. While there are certainly other lofts and loft style apartments in the city - Center City and Northern Liberties, for example - Sherman Mills provides something special, an exceptional, aesthetically pleasing habitat. Lastly, Sherman Mills is located in East Falls, one of Philadelphia's oldest neighborhoods. I've seen maps from the early 17th century showing what would later be named Scotts Lane, which is our street address. I bring this up because it is easy to see how the neighborhood developed over time into a sort of fulcrum or hub that provides quick access to all the main arteries flowing in all directions. For example, there is quick and easy access to Ridge Ave., U.S. 1, and I-76. You can see what I mean on Google Maps. As well, the train station here will take you pretty much wherever you want to go. In this review I have not exaggerated one bit.

I was looking forward to renting an office space at this location. I scheduled an appointment for…read moretoday 1/6/2020 at 3:30 with Nina Cook. I received 2 missed calls earlier and NO VOICEMAIL was left. When I arrived, Diane stated that she spoke with Nina who had apparently cancelled my appt last minutes do left a VM. Diane also stated that there are spaces available, but not for what I needed. That makes no sense. Either you are renting it or not. Nina could've actually left a voicemail or sent an email. Poor communication and lack of professionalism on both employees I am no longer interested in renting an office space here.

Love it here. So glad to have a good spot to work thats local to NW Phila. The coffee shop can only…read moretake you so far... Good community of people sharing the space. Richard and Chris (guys who run the place) are helpful and eager for feedback from the community.

Kismet is a beautiful environment to spend your work day. Lots of natural light,…read moreaesthetically-pleasing workspaces, and snacks!! Perfect for day-to-day work, meetings, even as an event venue. Can't say enough good things about Kismet.

From the very moment you step through its doors, the art gallery leaves an indelible first…read moreimpression--charmingly adorned with an air of elegance and thoughtfully curated pieces that ignite contemplation. Events constantly take place, thankfully giving me reasons to come back and immerse myself again. I wait in anticipation every time, being able to enjoy the sheer beauty of these artworks, is a delight in itself. It's a realm where abstract portraits and contemporary local creations gracefully envelop the senses, one where local pieces allow one to immerse oneself in the beauty of life whilst supporting local artists. My review can't even begin to do justice to my love for Colonna Contemporary. Can't wait until the next event.

From the owner: Colonna Contemporary is a contemporary art gallery bridging the worlds of traditional and digital…read moreart. Representing some of the brightest and innovative talent working today, Colonna Contemporary operates at the intersection of traditional and digital art. The gallery is a portal into the future of art. With a focus on bridging the two spaces, the gallery offers its collectors an innovative range of services aimed at capitalizing the most advanced trends and technologies available today. From issuance of Certificates of Authenticity as NFTs registered on the blockchain, to reward mechanisms informed by game theory, to issuance of utility tokens granting early access to new work, the gallery offers its clients a forward-looking and reliable resource for art collecting at the threshold of the digital era. With a focus on education and a steadfast commitment to safety, our team of experts provides a seamless onboarding experience for those new to the digital arts community. As a trusted partner, we offer unparalleled access to the latest trends and cutting-edge technology, ensuring that our clients are always ahead of the curve. Please contact michele@colonnacontemporary.com

One of Philly's many hidden gems!…read more After googling events happening this weekend I saw an exhibit for Rashaad Newsome - "To Be Real" was on display at the Philadelphia Photo Arts Center... I'm always looking for something new, interesting and mentally stimulating so decided to check it out and was impressed. Let me start by saying this space is beautiful! My niece and I were greeted upon entering and were given a brief overview of the exhibit. The exhibit itself was rich in color and concept and very unique. There was no admission to see the exhibit but donations are welcome (tip: DONATE!) - donation is not mandatory but I'm a firm believer that arts and culture help expand and enrich our experiences and are also great for conversation. In addition to seeing the feature exhibit, there was a hallway with more art, which lead to another space with another exhibit "Fluid Women" (I think) was the name; this exhibit was captivating also. I had a wonderful experience visiting PPAC and will definitely return! I also recommend if you have an interest in visual arts and are looking for something unique. The space was quiet and it is not large but has a lot to offer.

This place is excellent. I'm an amateur photographer and I have come here for multiple workshops…read morebecause the education, the teachers, and the facilities are excellent. In terms of those workshops you can find them for about $30 on Groupon or LivingSocial and the classes are intimate enough with about seven people or less that you really can get the individual attention that really makes for an excellent experience. In fact you will get that personal attention because the teacher incorporates each student and politely requests that they offer their work for light critique. There are opportunities in every class for you to go outside and practice what you just learned by shooting on the surrounding streets. My only criticism regarding the workshops is that they are not as frequent as I would like as my weekend work schedule conflicts often times with their classes. This next section is about the print center and I've had nothing but a phenomenal experience there. I was completely new to Printing and Keith the master printer who runs the lab made an appointment and sat with me for about an hour to basically guide me through the entire process, give his suggestions, and work Photoshop to get the photos exactly as I want them. He has a profound amount of experience that he draws from and is completely understanding that I am a brand new printer. He even gave me recommendations for where to get my photos framed and was just a brilliant lead in the entire process of printing my photographs. I'll definitely come back and I will recommend it to you because they do have excellent facilities, friendly workers, and a wealth of experience. The actual building itself is quite large and I believe it's shared with some other organizations. Philadelphia photo Arts Center does have a classroom or two and a nice gallery to present whatever work they choose. Getting here is very convenient as I take the subway from Center City and walk about 10 minutes. If you were to drive there's plenty of parking and it does not seem packed the numerous times I've been there.

A true neighborhood gallery. Features many undiscovered and world class artists who reside in…read moreGermantown. Ever Friday is Rumba night. Features many Philadelphia's drummers. Admission in free.