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Are we ready to embrace a village mentality?

Hayley Richardson | Thu, Nov 1st, 2007 | Category: Commentary | Tags: hayley richardson, pennsylvania, dutch umbrellas, village mentality, fairmount district | 0

For all the time I spend lamenting the state of racial and economic injustice, I want to take the time to point out small initiatives that add whimsy and convenience to modern urban living.

While flaneuring through the Fairmount District the other day, I stumbled upon a brand new and highly pragmatic system designed to ensure you’re never forced to battle the elements without protection. The project, referred to as “Dutch Umbrellas,” has stationed umbrellas at various “raindrops”…
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