We’ve told you about The Porch a couple of times since it was dedicated in November, mentioning weekly events like a farmer’s market, and noting its participation in the Heart and Soul exhibition. If you’ve never heard of this newish public space, The Porch is a reclaimed parking area next to 30th Street Station that has greenery, tables and chairs, and events almost every day. Sure, it’s not an area that you would necessarily think to hang out on a random Tuesday, but it’s a nice addition to our city and it provides a welcoming presence for tourists getting off the train.

The Porch

Today, we’ve learned that The Porch will be getting a makeover in the near future. University City District has received a $375K grant from ArtPlace, a collaboration to…