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Immigrant Marché Opens Pop-Up Storefront in Center City
The shop features products from immigrants representing Mexico, Guatemala, Cuba, and Nicaragua.
Where To Celebrate National Ice Cream Day in Philly
Ice cream is the perfect summertime treat. Cool down with classic flavors to innovative twists at these parlors.
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Events
Tuesday, July 21
- 🎻 Tchaikovsky Spectacular at Highmark Mann (West Fairmount Park)
- 🎨 Artist Talk and Button Giveaway at Reilly Memorial / Park Towne Place (Fairmount)
- 🎵 Soul Sessions Tribute: Earth, Wind & Fire at Fringe Bar (Old City)
- 💃 Vogue Practice Session at The Rotunda (University City)
- 🎭 Black Visionary Practices in Collective Life at Institute of Contemporary Art (University City)
- 🎭 The Notebook through Aug. 2 at Academy of Music (Avenue of the Arts)
- ✍️ Write a Postcard at the Pen & Pencil Club (Rittenhouse)
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