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Some Much Needed R&R at First Friday in Fishtown

R&R? That'd be Rebecca Jacoby and Robert Solomon, and you can check out their latest work this Friday, November 2nd in Fishtown. Check out more First Friday in Fishtown events here and add our favorite pick below to your list!

FIRST FRIDAY AT 1816 FRANKFORD AVENUE

Location: 1816 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Reception and opening will be on December 2nd, 2011 from 5pm to 8pm. The show will run until the end of January and is open by appointment.

1816 Frankford Ave is pleased to present the work of artists Rebecca Jacoby and Rob Solomon. Rebecca Jacoby's abstract work on paper in acrylic, pen, marker and collage relies on process, impulse and a love of mark making. Jacoby says, “My goal is to possess a range of skills, avoid limitations and challenge myself intellectually, emotionally and creatively”. www.rajacoby.com

Robert Solomon’s background is in sculpture, installation/assemblage and architecture. His artistic journey has taken him from a conceptual and intellectual bri-coleur approach to a physical alchemy of substances (wax, oil, water)on paper, canvas and fabric. His recent work involves ideas, constructs, memory and time using and abusing art-based materials and tools. inliquid.org/complete-artist-list/solomon-robert

[image via Rebecca Jacoby]

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This Weekend in Fishtown: Do This and Tour These!

It's First Friday in Fishtown! Check out the ever-growing lineup here.

It's also a great weekend to check out the newly revamped menu at Frankford Hall ($3 half-liters of beer with every burger or sausage ordered!) or saddle up to new Fishtown cantina Loco Pez (in the former Crazy Fish Saloon) which just got a bueno review in the City Paper (order the nachos de Kenzo).

While you're up to all of that, book a tour to see one of these Fishtown listings:

2608 Edgemont Street, $310,000

2327 E Sergeant Street, $154,900

1312 E Oxford Street, $225,000

709 Belgrade Street,$299,900

Contact the Somers Team to book your tour!  

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A Stock Worth Investing In: 2701 E. Huntingdon Street

Which stock are we referring to? The legendary Stock's Bakery, of course! The best pound cake in Philadelphia.

This listing is golden like butter and it's butter you'll smell in this section of Fishtown as the nearby bakery whips up its goodies. Now for the secret recipe?

2701 E. Huntingdon Street is a live/work space and golden opportunity for artists, entrepreneurs, and investors.  Invest in your success in this mixed use property with a commercial storefront on the first floor and a 1 bedroom apartment on the 2nd floor. The first floor offers an open floor plan span, large streetview windows for display/signage, and a half bath/powder room. The secnd floor has a large one bedroom apartment with an eat in kitchen, living/dining room, large front bedroom, and rear second floor roof that can be used as a deck. The basement is a full unfinished, poured concrete floored space with steel Bilco doors.

Now how's that for having your cake and eating it, too? Work, live, play, succeed.

Motivated to sell.  Schedule your tour today! Get in touch with the Somers Team for more information.

 


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Fresh Address: 1102 E Palmer Street


This is Where It's At: Located on one of the best streets in Fishtown, 1102 E. Palmer Street is close to great bars, restaurants, coffeeshops, galleries, yoga studios, and more in the hottest pocket of Fishtown.

Come On In: This 3 Story 4 Bedroom Rowhome features the perfect blend of old charm and modern convenience. Pine floors throughout, plenty of closet and storage space, all new windows, high ceilings, private courtyard for entertaining, new forced air heater and central air, and clean dry basement with laundry are just a few of the amenities. The kitchen features fully integrated appliances, granite countertops, garbage disposal, under cabinet lights, tile backsplash, and built in custom range hood. The first floor also contains a convenient powder room with custom tile. Brand new 2 story addition contains living/dining room with hardwood floors and master bedroom with custom built in closet. The master suite also features his and hers closets and a new 3 piece bath with custom tile. Second floor features an additional large bedroom with closet. The third floor has two large bedrooms with loft space and large closets and a new 3 piece bath with custom tile.

Schedule your tour today! 

Get in touch with the Somers Team for more information.

Walk Score of 86.


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Fresh Address: 1427 E. Susquehanna Avenue

You want a Fresh Address? How about 3? We've got a trio of of Fishtown apartments for rent all on one corner. This is Where It's At: 1427 E. Susquehanna Avenue is in Fishtown proper, on a quiet corner that is a quick walk to 2424 Studios, Rocket Cat Cafe or the Coffee House Too, the Frankford Arts Corridor and Greensgrow Farms.

Come On In: Unit 1 is a first floor storefront with oversized windows, a full unfinished basement, new solid hardwood floors, and 1 large half bath. Enter into the main room with 2 smaller rooms in the rear. Side and front entrance. Tall ceilings, separate utilities, central air. Rent is $1,200.

Unit 2 is a spacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bath with a private deck, sunny corner unit, separate utilities. First month, last month, and security needed. Flexible move in date. Rent is $925.

Unit 3 is a 1 Bedroom 1 Bath on the third floor with a private deck, new kitchen with dishwasher, range and refrigerator. Nice sized bedroom and living room. Separate utilities. First month, last month, and security needed. Flexible move in date. Rent is $750.

Want to check it out? Contact the Somers Team for more information.

 


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Hooked on Fishtown

We're hooked on Fishtown. Some of our favorite shots of the refreshing riverside neighborhood...Want to live here?  Scope out the Fishtown listings!

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Oxfords are Hot this Fall...1312 E. Oxford Street

1312 E. Oxford Street is the block to be on in the Fishtown "hotspot" of Girard Avenue and the Frankford Avenue Arts Corridor. It's in like oxfords and we're ready to show it off this fall.

Style points...3 spacious bedrooms, french doors, Juliet balcony, shard hall bath with beautiful slate tile, along with a large rear yard.

Here's a look at the exterior...

And now let's take a peek inside...

Like this look? Come take a tour! Contact the Somers Team for more information.

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Fishtown To-Do List: Subaru Fall Festival at Greensgrow Farms

Saturday, October 1, 2011 * Rain or Shine * Free to the Public

Ah, fall in Fishtown! If you're new to the neighborhood or curious about Greensgrow Farms and gardening, here's an event to get you motivated. Celebrate the harvest at Greensgrow Farms with local foods, crafts, and activities at the Subaru Fall Festival on Saturday, October 1st. Check out the highlights below (as listed on the Greensgrow site):

The Fall Festival is Free to the Public!

Subaru Owners Receive first-come, first-served Subaru vehicle VIP parking. Look for the signs directing you to the Subaru VIP parking lot.

Organic Gardening Workshops Herb gardening, composting, and garden photography.

Farm Life Activities Egg gathering, veggie harvesting, pickling, and more!

Pie Making Competition & Chili Cookoff! Registration deadline extended to September 28th! Show Off Your Cooking & Baking Skills! All online entries must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon, Wednesday, September 28, 2011. Win a beautiful fall planter courtesy of Organic Gardening or Greensgrow Gift Certificates! You MUST register ahead to compete. Click here for details and to register!

Learn Learn the art of apple cider making AND MUCH MORE! Compliments of Greensgrow Farms.

Make Your Own Straw Person Bring some old clothes; jeans, t-shirts, hats, etc. and upcycle them into a fun fall decoration!

Organic Gardening Kids activities at the Subaru Kids Corner Loads of children's activities from terrarium making, pumpkin decorating, organic snacks & face painting. Compliments of Organic Gardening.

Pet Style Decorate a t-shirt for your pet and get a personalized pet tag! Compliments of Subaru!

Pet Costume Contest Bring your pet (on a leash please) decorated as your favorite fruit or vegetable! Click here for the Pet Costume Contest rules and instructions.

Adopt-a-pet The ASPCA will be on-site with Philly Paws!

Donate Love Please help us fill the Subaru Outback and Subar Forester on-site and with a clean, gently used or new coat. You filled the back of the Subaru Outback last year, let's beat last year's donation and keep someone warm this year! All donated coats will go to a shelter in need in the local Philadelphia area.

Greensgrow Farms 

2501 E. Cumberland Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Saturday, October 1, 2011 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

• Rain or Shine!

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Live on Cupcake Row in Fishtown

We call the sweetest block in Fishtown "Cupcake Row" because it's home to Whipped Bakeshop, one of Philadelphia's finest bakeries.

Now for the icing on the cake...709 Belgrade Street is a 3-Story 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home for sale on the very same block!

This newly renovated home is spacious, modern, and luxurious with top of the line features, stainless steel appliances, and a large rear yard and basement. The only way to pamper yourself further is to treat yourself to the occasional red velvet cupcake...

Get in touch with the Somers Team for more information.

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Welcome the YIKES Office to Fishtown

Curious about YIKES and green development? Swing over to the new Fishtown office and get a look at the latest in sustainable design at 204-206 E. Girard Avenue. RSVP online via Facebook.

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