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Free and Low-Cost Aquatic Activities in Philly
Row merrily down Philly’s rivers or learn how to catch a fish at these seasonal programs.
What To Know Before You Head to the Polls on May 19
On this month’s ballot are a competitive congressional race and a stacked committee race you may not have known was happening.
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Food & DrinkMay 12Celebrate World Cocktail Day at These Philly Bars
Philly's BestMay 11Where To Golf in Philly
Philly HistoryMay 7How Philly’s Fairmount Park Came To Be
Local CivicsMay 6Council Member on School Closures: ‘Probably the Worst Decision I’ve Seen as an Elected Official’
Events
Thursday, May 14
- 🎭 Opera Philadelphia: “The Black Clown” through May 17 at Miller Theater (Avenue of the Arts)
- 🌿 Live Music: Pop-Ups at the Portal at Trolley Portal Gardens (West Philly)
- 🦆 Nature at Noon at Rittenhouse Square (Rittenhouse)
- 🎬 Screening: Philadelphia and the Making of America at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (Center City)
- 🤠 Boot Scoot: Line Dancing at Bok Bar (South Philly)
- ✂️ Third Space Thursdays: Arts & Crafts Night at Ellie & Bird (Port Richmond)
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Philadelphia School Board President on Closures: ‘This Decision Wasn’t Taken Lightly’
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Why This 75-Year-Old Document Is Foundational to Philadelphia
The document detailing how Philly’s government operates has had more than 80 amendments since 2000.
Where To Eat the Best Pretzels in Philly
Pretzels might as well be synonymous with Pennsylvania. Here’s where to find the best ones, from classic to unique iterations, in Philly.
Land Stewards Union Says It’s All About Empowering Residents
The union is giving residents a collective voice when advocating for their communities and demystifying the Land Bank’s process.
Get a Taste of Philly’s Food Scene at These Spring Food Fests
Explore dishes from BBQ to plant-based spins on classics at these upcoming food festivals.