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6 ideas to transform the historic Roundhouse building
Since the Philadelphia police moved their headquarters out of the Roundhouse building on Race Street in 2021, city officials and residents have struggled with the question of what to do with the structure.
A group of designers offered options at a symposium last week — including a bus station, hospital, housing and a museum. Continue reading …
Check out the DIY energy in West Philly’s Halloween celebrations
West Philly celebrated its hand-made creativity on Halloween, and leading up to it, with a bunch of events that showcased imagination and fun. This photo essay will make you wish you were there. See the photos …
Election Day info
Tomorrow — Tuesday, Nov. 4 — is Election Day!
The District Attorney’s race and retention of state Supreme Court justices has drawn extraordinary attention this year.
Here is what you need to know.
- Procrastinator’s Guide [Billy Penn]
- What are the ballot questions facing Philly suburban voters? [WHYY]
- Election landing page: whyy.org/election
- WHYY’s Pa. voter guide
- WHYY’s DA voter guide
- Pa. Supreme Court retention guide
RECAP: What else happened?
$ = paywalled
• Gov. Shapiro spoke with Mike Tyson last week about safe, legal cannabis in Pa. [PhillyVoice]
• The Philly-based nonprofit, Sharing Excess, launched a map — of locations in Philly, New York and Chicago — connecting people to food pantries and distribution sites amid the SNAP pause. [WHYY]
• Zero Fare has been a success, but some vulnerable Philly residents aren’t feeling the benefits of the free transit program. [WHYY]
• Philadelphia seniors are tracking microplastics in streams, teaching kids how to identify aquatic critters, and working to “leave a better world.” [WHYY]
• Black suffragist Frances Watkins Harper is the subject of Philly’s new mural in Germantown. [WHYY]
• Pierre Robert was remembered at a Sunday gathering in Rittenhouse Square. [6ABC]
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Ongoing: The Declaration’s Journey
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation, WHYY has produced The Declaration’s Journey, a 10-part series highlighting how the Declaration of Independence has inspired movements around the world. The series was produced in collaboration with Museum of the American Revolution and launches Thursday on the WHYY YouTube Channel. New episodes will appear every two weeks.
Monday, Nov. 3: The Monday Night Jam Session
Swing through Black Squirrel Club every Monday from April through December for great music, top tier musicians, and a distinctive Black Squirrel vibe perfect for seasoned jazz lovers or the musically curious. $5 tickets. (7 p.m.)
Tuesday, Nov. 4: An Evening With Lawrence Brownlee
Join the internationally-renowned tenor for an evening of arias in the Wanamaker Grand Court, followed by a conversation with Opera Philadelphia General Director and President Anthony Roth Costanzo. Tickets are $11+. (8 p.m.)
Wednesday, Nov. 5: Michelin: Making Its Way to Philly
Join the Culinary Literacy Center in the Free Library’s Skyline Room for a lively panel discussion exploring what Michelin’s arrival could mean for Philadelphia’s food scene, the possibilities, the challenges, and everything in between. Free with registration. (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.)
Thursday, Nov. 6: Philly’s Fall Fling
Lunge Run Club Philly & Two Robbers Fishtown invites you to come Pitch-a-Friend OR participate in their live Blindfolded Dating Show amid food, drinks and live music. $23.18 tickets. (7 to 9:30 p.m.)
Friday, Nov. 7: The Late(ish) Poetry Show
If the Tonight Show and Def Poetry had a baby that grew up to be your favorite Friday night in Philly, this might be it. Feat. some of Philly’s best poets with poetry, interviews, games & music. $28.52 tickets for guaranteed seating; or $15 at the door, $10 for students. (8:30 to 10:30 p.m.)
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