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Bills passed without Parker signature: Kelce on Sixers arena; Mt. Joy food drive

ADMIN 09/23/2024

As Philadelphia’s City Council returns to its regular legislative session this month, here’s a snapshot of bills that became law despite being left unsigned by Mayor Cherelle Parker as of Sept. 5.

So far in 2024, the Council has voted to change the rules for business operating hours in some communities, zoning, sidewalk cafés and parking. Continue reading…

Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks at Philadelphia International Airport, Feb. 16, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

A homecoming show Friday for Philadelphia-based indie rockers Mt. Joy will also serve as a food drive benefiting local families. Fans who donate a nonperishable item at Friday’s show will be entered to win a chance to watch the show side stage. Continue reading…

Mt. Joy teams up with Philly nonprofit for food drive at the Mann
A homecoming show Friday for Philadelphia-based indie rockers Mt. Joy will also serve as a food drive benefiting local families. Fans who donate a nonperishable item at Friday’s show will be entered to win a chance to watch the show side stage. Continue reading…

RECAP: What else happened?

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• GOP groups want to participate in 2020 election litigation that originated in Pa.’s Lycoming County. [PennLive]

• Jason Kelce criticized the controversial 76ers arena proposal for Center City, saying the situation “sucks” and accusing team owners of “strong-arming the city” to approve the plans. [PhillyVoice]

• Upper Darby School District officials are proposing to install a weapons detection system at local high school and middle schools. [CBS3]

• Philadelphia is starting to carry out its Philly Tree Plan to become a greener, shadier city by spending a $12 million USDA grant to plant, maintain and protect trees in the city. [WHYY]

• A group of Philadelphia breast cancer survivors is getting ready for a big rowing competition in Boston, the first of its kind. [CBS3]

• It’s pumpkin spice season and Fasig’s coffee in Allentown says the craze started there. [Spotlight PA]

MAYOR WATCH

Mayor Parker welcomes business, government, and cultural leaders from across Pennsylvania at the America250PA National Convening of States and Partners at Independence Visitors Center. (6:15 p.m.)

ON THE CALENDAR

🪶 Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 21-22: We Are The Seeds Philly 2024
Celebrate Indigenous arts, culture, and futures at Cherry Street Pier with a pow wow, art market, corn-husk doll making, live dancing, and more! Saturday registration and Sunday registration are free, with donations welcome. (11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day)

🐎 Saturday, Sept. 21: Philadelphia Polo Classic
Fairmount Park hosts the 3rd annual event with 4,000 people expected to celebrate Polo’s greatest champions. $50 tickets with funds benefiting the Work to Ride program. (Starts at 10 a.m.)

🍂 Saturday, Sept. 21: Fall Arts Fest
Live performances showcase highlights from Ensemble Arts Philly’s resident companies and regional arts orgs. Design jewelry, explore a musical instrument petting zoo, create superhero comics, pick up kids tap shoes, and listen to the Philadelphia Orchestra! At Commonwealth Plaza. (11 a.m.)

🥮 Saturday, Sept. 21: Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival
It’s a family affair for the whole community at the 29th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival celebrating Chinatown’s community and culture with lion dances, folk dances, a mooncake eating contest, carnival games, lantern parade, and more! Free. (12 p.m.)

🍮 Monday, Sept. 23: Welcoming Week Dessert Potluck
Bring a dessert that represents your cultural heritage and taste desserts from other cultures at City Institute in Rittenhouse Square. Be sure to portion your dessert for sharing and bring a list of ingredients. Free Sign-up is required; please inquire at the reference desk. (5:30 p.m.)