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Philly dodgeball players earn spots on Team USA for World Championship
You can duck, jump, or run for cover, but there's no escaping the excitement of Philly Dodgeball.The league, which is part of USA Dodgeball, was founded by Navy veteran Samantha Sayward.Sayward and her league mate, Tara Peng, have each qualified to play on Team USA at the World Dodgeball Federation Championships this August in Austria.Localish catches up with these two local stars in the video above.
Broadway's buckets of love
If you're a regular patron of Broadway shows, you've likely taken part in a cherished tradition on your way out of the theater.The Red Bucket fundraising campaigns "Bucket Brigade" volunteers greet show-goers holding red buckets and collecting donations. The money goes to an important cause, near and dear to the hearts of the Broadway community."Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS" holds semi-annual Red Bucket campaigns at dozens of Broadway, off-Broadway and touring productions across the country.Executive director Tom Viola says, "Hundreds of thousands of folks, over the years in these Broadway shows, have literally been incredibly responsive... really extending themselves so their generosity can ripple well beyond the end of that show."The campaign regularly rakes in millions of dollars to help in the battle against AIDS.
Meet the Houston Pride Band
For more than four decades, the Houston Pride Band has been serving the community through concerts, parades and performances. The band unites LGBTQ+ and allied musicians through a shared love of music and provides an inclusive and fun social experience."The Houston Pride Band was actually founded back in 1978. We're in our 45th concert season this year," said Houston Pride Band President Jason Svatek. "At that time, it was hard to do things in a group, so it was kind of done more in secret. But over the years they became very visible marching in the Montrose Pride Parade, which...
Celebrate Stitch 626 Day with a 'Lilo and Stitch' unboxing every fan will love
As a participant in multiple affiliate marketing programs, Localish will earn a commission for certain purchases. See full disclaimer below*In honor of Stitch 626 Day, Localish is unboxing a whole host of extraterrestrial clothes, toys and accessories celebrating our favorite blue experiment from the Disney classic 'Lilo & Stitch.'626 Day is celebrated on June 26th as a nod to Stitch's original name Experiment 626 given to him by evil genius Dr. Jumba Jookiba. In the Disney classic, Stitch was created to cause chaos around the galaxy. Luckily Stitch escapes and crash lands on Earth where he befriends Lilo who renames...
Lions Den Candle Company is selling the sweet smell of summer
Jacob Anthony is the owner and CEO of The Lions Den Candle Company in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.Anthony makes handcrafted soy candles, diffusers, wax melts and soaps.He started in 2020, making candles as gifts with his new additional time working remotely.As the demand for his candles grew, he turned his hobby into a business with the help of his husband Tony Zacchei.In 2021, The Lions Den Candle Company became Jacob's full-time business.During the summer, The Lions Den Candle Company sells products at the Rehoboth Beach Farmer's Market and during the winter at Philadelphia's Christmas Village.Jacob has more than two dozen scents that can be bought on his website and at The Rehoboth Beach Farmer's Market this summer.Lions Den Candle Company| Instagram | Facebook
Charming brunch restaurant evokes the whimsical spirit of a treehouse
Nestled amidst the trees of Topanga Canyon, Cafe on 27 offers a unique escape on an elevated deck providing diners with a front-row seat to the canyon's breathtaking beauty."I like the treehouse vibe," said guest Sara Mousaei. "It seems very authentic looking, and it just looks like this place was always here.""It is an American diner with a 21st century, cosmopolitan touch," said Cafe on 27 owner Amir Rofougaran. "So it's welcoming of culture, which is an American tradition anyway."For more information, go to: https://www.cafe-27.com/
Ma & Pa's Tex-Mex BBQ is on a mission to 'Make Tacos Great Again'
At Ma & Pa's Tex-Mex BBQ, owner Alex Martinez strives to "make tacos great again"!Nestled in the heart of Rancocas Woods in Mount Laurel, Ma & Pa's offers a unique twist on traditional Tex-Mex cuisine, blending South Texas flavors with northern Mexican influences.Alex brings a personal touch to every dish, honoring his parents' legacy and culinary traditions.From their birria cheesesteak to their famous triple decker quesadilla, their menu is crafted with love and dedication.Ma & Pa's Tex-Mex BBQ uses fresh, local ingredients, preparing nearly everything from scratch, including homemade flour tortillas and signature sauces.The menu features a variety of proteins such as smoked brisket, grilled chicken, and fish -- catering to all tastes.Martinez's journey started with a food truck, inspired by his late father's wish, and has grown into a beloved local eatery with frequent praise for their outstanding food and service.
Cookie shop baking love and sharing joy
At Michael's Cookie Jar, you are greeted with a bright and colorful mural that shares the store's motto - share the love.Michael Savino is the owner and baker. He said the cookies are made from scratch, "to me cookies are about comfort and familiarity, so we just want to do the classics better than anyone else."The bakery is proud to be an affirming and open place, welcoming everyone."I think in a divided world, cookies are one thing maybe we can agree on," Savino said.Click the video above to see the story.Michael's Cookie Jar is located at 5330 Weslayan Street in Houston.
Chicago nonprofit grows peace in classrooms through art education
The Simple Good is a Chicago-based arts nonprofit that provides social and emotional learning arts programs to students K-12 to support youth mental health.Founder Priya Shah said being born with a limb difference and a passion for art has helped fuel the work she does through her organization."Growing up, I never saw a brown woman with one hand, let alone a woman with one hand," Shah said. "It was very early on that I realized it wasn't me that was creating the obstacles, it was people's assumptions of me."In addition to being CEO, Shah models in hopes she can inspire...
Skateboarding twins pushing their talents to new heights
At first glance, Jayden and Jaxon Aleman appear fearless. The 10-year-old skateboarding twins fly, twist, and soar over the ramps at Southside Skatepark, but Jaxon says that's not the case, "you can't be fearless, when you're fearless you'll get hurt. You have to know the possibility and avoid it."Jayden and Jaxon are just 3 and half years into their Skateboarding careers. When they asked for boards for their 7th birthday, Mom was a little hesitant, "I said OK they're just kids they'll do it for a week or two and be over it. Little did we know they...
Crystal Cave is Pennsylvania's greatest natural wonder
One of the oldest continuously operating show caves in America is located in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, midway between Allentown and Reading.Crystal Cave has been fascinating children, visitors, geologists and tourists for more than 150 years.It was discovered in 1871 and has been operating as a show cave and tourist destination ever since.Today, visitors can take a one-hour guided tour to such formations within the cave as Devil's Den, the Wishing Well, the Cathedral Chamber, the Prairie Dogs and the famous upside-down Ice Cream Cone.Tour guide Daylynn Reppert knows the cave inside and out."It's all about the beauty underneath the surface," Reppert says. "You don't really think about what's inside the Earth as you wander around, never knowing a cave like this is beneath you. It's so beautiful seeing all the formations."She's seen many returning families and visitors year after year."I have people coming to me all the time remembering when they came here as a kid even 10, 20, 40 years ago, it's so cool," Reppert says.For more information about the historic Crystal Cave and the wonders within, please visit Crystalcavepa.com
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