July 2015 – Apartments@1220

Pretzel and Water Ice Giveaway

July 23, 2015

It is the third week of July and the weather is getting HOT! Given the circumstances, we knew it was time to cool our tenants off with some water ice and pretzels. Check out the photos of our tenants enjoying these yummy treats! Let us know what your favorite summertime snack is on Facebook. We love…

A Guideline to the Pope Visit for the Local Philadelphian

July 15, 2015

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Pope Francis will be making his long-awaited appearance in Philadelphia between September 26th and 27th for the World Meeting of Families. On Saturday, September 26th, the Festival of Families will take place on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, and will be open to the public. On Sunday, September 27th, a Papal Mass will be held on…

The Divine Lorraine and Other North Broad Street Developments

July 13, 2015

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High expectations for the redevelopment of Philly’s historic and infamous, Divine Lorraine, have been set since it was sold to Blumenfeld’s E.B. Realty Management in 2012. According to Plan Philly, Blumenfeld has made major progress in the last two weeks towards catapulting his vision for the Divine Lorraine into a reality. The Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority…

Redesigning LOVE Park

July 7, 2015

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The famous LOVE Park is about to see some major renovations. According to PlanPhilly.com, this is the last summer with the grey and used (though dearly loved) 2.5 acre park. New York’s Hargreaves Associates is planning and overseeing a $5 million redesign of LOVE park that is more green, artistic, and interactive. Construction is expected…