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President's House supporters rally as some exhibits on slavery return to the walls
A victory for advocates of Philly’s true history
On Thursday, February 19, President’s House advocates rallied to celebrate a ruling that demands the return of signage about slavery, while a court case over their removal by the Trump administration continues. Alaina Johns was there.
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Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill is back for a third year
In Philly, life is a cabaret again
A star-studded Broadway cabaret in Philly is back for its third season at Rittenhouse Grill, with a performance featuring Christine Andreas and Martin Silvestri on February 16. Cameron Kelsall visits.
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After a freezing New Year, the Mummers String Band Spectacular debuts at the Linc
Mayor Parker teases a new Philly tradition of Mummers at the stadium
The String Band Division competition of the 2026 Mummers Parade was postponed due to bad weather, but it returned in full glory for a special show at Lincoln Financial Field. Isa Segolovich was there.
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Councilmembers Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau announce legislation to protect Philly from abuses by ICE
Locals brave the cold to say “ICE OUT”
Locals gathered in below-freezing temps on January 27 for the announcement of new “ICE OUT” legislation cosponsored by Councilmembers Rue Landau and Kendra Brooks. Alaina Johns reports.
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Earth’s Greatest Enemy gets its Philly premiere at a Fallser Club screening on January 28
A new documentary identifies the US military as the world’s largest polluter
Journalist and filmmaker Abby Martin will attend the Philly premiere of her new documentary about the US military’s ecological impact, Earth’s Greatest Enemy, at the Fallser Club on Wednesday, January 28. Adryan Corcione learns more.
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State and city leaders unveil updated $150M vision for the Avenue of the Arts
Work slated to begin this month on South Broad Street improvements
A revamp of South Broad Street, AKA the Avenue of the Arts, has been pending since 2024, and leaders have big updates for 2026, including a much bigger price tag. Stephen Silver reports.
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The Citywide James Ijames Pass adds theater to Philly’s 250th celebrations
Three plays, three theaters, and one prize-winning playwright
The Arden, Philadelphia Theatre Company, and the Wilma are teaming up for a first-of-its-kind Philly theater pass featuring three James Ijames productions. Wendy Univer finds out how it all came together.
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The Wanamaker Light Show is back for 2025, along with new surprises
Philly pulls together to save a favorite Christmas tradition for another year
Beloved Christmas attractions at the Wanamaker faced an uncertain future after Macy's closed earlier this year, but Philly pulled together to bring them back for 2025. McCaillaigh Rouse has the details.
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New research from Philly’s Mural Arts Institute proves public art has a huge civic impact
Art is an inalienable human right
An October forum for scientists, scholars, artists, and city leaders explored new insights into just how much murals affect our everyday lives. Anndee Hochman was there.
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Opera Philadelphia composer-in-residence Nathalie Joachim calls Philly “a historic music city”
Letting others find themselves in our stories
Acclaimed performer and composer Nathalie Joachim kicks off her Opera Philadelphia residency with a November 19 performance in the Wanamaker Building. She speaks with Maria Thompson Corley about joining Philly’s musical landscape.
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