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Meet Richard Williams, (aka) Rich Flow, W(iN)NER of the 2019 Happening (iN)TOWN National Poetry Month Poetry Contest. For many of us, Rich Flow needs no introduction. A innovator, collaborator, and versatile creative, Rich Flow is an embraced presence on many platforms. Known for his commitment to quality content, wordplay, and passion, Rich's Flow is just … Continue reading Local Cr8tive & Poetry favorite, W(iN)NER Rich Flow – exclusive
Original Poem by: Rich Flow 1st Place W(iN)NER I done took my strong fears and turned them into long years. Long as your heart righteous you won’t cry the wrong tears. Seen it with my own eyes and heard it with my own ears, nose pierced by the stenches of a ghost near, boy I’m … Continue reading LETTER TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD (Nipsey Hussle Tribute)
Original Poem by: Brandon "Mello" Jones - 2nd Place W(iN)NER Dear Leah, i can see the pain on your face i must admit, for some part of this, i am to blame. through your mothers cries i sympathize and feel ashamed Yet i stay... i don't look away, I'm entertained. Separated backstage away from mommy … Continue reading Dear Leah,
Original Poem by: The Mystic - 3rd Place W(iN)NER She lost herself, then she found herself. She found herself in the darkest places. She even found herself inside of herself, hiding in the shadows of herself. Flowers bloom in the strangest places. Sometimes pain is the medicine we need for our bones. Sometimes pain is … Continue reading Lost and Found
Thank you to the participants in our 2019 National Poetry Month Poetry Contest. Your unique voices and creative works are appreciated! 2019 W(iN)NERS 3rd Place W(iN)NER - The Mystic: writer and creative artist 2nd Place W(iN)NER - Brandon "Mello" Jones: poet & owner of the Se7en creative arts complex ..... and drum roll, please...... 1st … Continue reading 2019 Poetry Contest Winners
Over the years the local barbershop has become more than just a place of grooming. In some communities, it is a haven. A common place, for men to converse, laugh, and inspire one another. A great barbershop can be both a battleground, and a monument to peace. Norristown is happy to have such a place in the GREAT 19401.
Calling all of 19401! April is the month of poetry, a celebration that was introduced in 1966 by the Academy of American poets and the celebration still lives on till this day. For centuries poetry has been a way to reach an audience on subjects that are not always touched upon such as global warming … Continue reading Poetry Contest
Norristown if you are looking for a Professional MakeUp Artist, MEET: Yaquasia Mckinney, she's your girl. Yaquasia also known as "Ya Ya" specializes in a variety of makeup styles, including: prom, weddings, and high fashion. Her work has appeared in runway shows in Philadelphia and New York. Whatever the event or outing you are headed … Continue reading Going Glam with Ya-2-Da-Ya: Putting a fresh face on Town
Music is an element that has the ability to feed the spirit and shift a generation. Those that bring art to the world also bring a new vibration to be felt by the collective. Danavia, a young and vibrant Norristonian, brings the vibration of warmth and love through her music. Her tender and warm spirit … Continue reading Danavia: A Star on the Rise
On a chill saturday afternoon we got the chance to get up close and personal with the founder of Narrow Path Massage Therapy. C.E.O, founder, and Norristown Native, Kelli Robinson spoke with (iN)TOWN about her journey as a licensed massage therapist and business owner.
