The West Philly parade and pageant celebrated its 24th anniversary on Saturday, with an event of equal parts arts and activism. We have a photo essay from the proceedings. Continue reading …
Eagles nation, buckle up, because Jason Kelce and crew have done it again — and this time, they dragged Stevie Nicks into the holiday madness.
That’s right, the former Eagles center and one-man media empire somehow convinced the former Fleetwood Mac singer and living rock legend to duet with him on “Maybe This Christmas” for the latest A Philly Special Christmas Party single, which dropped Nov. 8. Is it worth a listen? Continue reading…
RECAP: What else happened?
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• An ongoing drought has left salty water creeping toward Philly drinking water intake as dry conditions persist. Officials recommend limiting water usage, and a local arborist offers tips for keeping trees and shrubs healthy in the meantime. [WHYYx2]
• Drifting smoke from wildfires burning in South Jersey is worsening air quality in the Philly metro area, leaving sensitive groups vulnerable to health impacts. [WHYY]
• The curvy Roundhouse building that used to serve as Philly Police HQ will not receive historical designation after a tie vote. [WHYY]
• Chinatown staple Dim Sum Garden is moving — a few yards — and expanding. We have the timeline and skinny on changes. [Billy Penn]
• The Giant Heirloom Market at 8th and Market will close Dec. 28 due to “poor performance” after three years. [PhillyVoice]
• Philadelphia Union’s Eddy Davis went from speaking at a Harris rally last Monday to scoring a goal in a 3-2, championship game loss for the developmental team Saturday. [Billy Penn]
MAYOR WATCH
The Mayor will deliver remarks at the Veterans Day Commemoration hosted by the City’s Office of Veterans Affairs, at Washington Square, 7th and Walnut, at 9 a.m.
ON THE CALENDAR
🦖 Tuesday, Nov. 12: Dinosaur Party
Stomp on over to the Richmond Library for dinosaur stories, crafts, and games for children and families. (4 p.m.)
🎤 Tuesday, Nov. 12: Council hearings begin on 76ers arena
Hearings begin at 10 a.m. and continue for two weeks, with city officials, Sixers real estate developers, anti-arena activists, and the public set to give testimony. Full schedule here.
🧘🏽♀️ Thursday, Nov. 14: Howl at the Moon Yoga with Siege of Wolves Rum
This yoga class is meant for folks who want to explore the world of yoga and the folklore around this spiced rum. Class in University City is followed by a tasting of Siege of Wolves and spooky-themed cocktails for sale. $16.75 tickets. (6 p.m.)
🎞️ Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 17: Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
The 17th annual festival returns with dozens of short and feature-length films centering the AANHPI communities, screening at locations across Philly, including the Asian Arts Initiative, Moore College, and Vox Populi. Ticket prices vary.
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