Young Philly artists’ mixer: an Instagram recap
In the Philadelphia Art Alliance’s historic(read: really, really cool) building last night, young artists and art aficionados came out to meet some of the city’s top artists and makers and look at their art, of course. This being an art event, we figured Instagram was the best medium to express the night.
First things, first — alcohol.
And the artists in the community who were the “Makers.”
A photo posted by Philadelphia Art Alliance (@philartalliance) on
And of course the real stars of the night — the art.
#soyp14 An Edifice Spectrum by Lauren Dombrowiak #Philly #art
A photo posted by Billy Penn (@billy_penn) on
There was even a lamb bag.
#LAMBBAG is a solid crowd pleaser. #couturetaxidermy #SOYP14 #PAAxClips
A photo posted by bethbeverly (@bethbeverly) on
And a good night was had by all.
On a sunny Election Day in Philly, worker shortage causes some stumbles as issues drive voters to the polls
“I’m here getting my money’s worth,” said a registered independent who showed up to vote on the ballot questions.
When we will know election winners?; Philly starts community composting; Take our guide to the polls | Morning roundup
A bill to legalize backyard chickens 🐔
Philly and Pa. could know most primary results by Wednesday morning, as experts predict quick turnaround
There are fewer mail ballots to count this time — and the tightest races are among Republicans, who tend to favor in-person voting.
Philly community compost sites are finally churning as a long-planned program gets off the ground
The city composting network has 13 locations, with plans to add more soon.
Gloriously muddy Kensington Derby and Arts Festival draws hundreds to River Wards for return of the annual street fair
The obstacle race and food fest is about as Philly as it gets.
Mastriano gets a boost; Crosswalk and roundabout clashes; ‘Mask to stay’ in Philly schools | Sunday roundup
Arctic Splash is ending cartons 🍋
Why Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race is drawing attention from around the country
Tuesday’s crowded Pa. primary sets the stage for a November election that could alter the balance in Washington.
Map: Here are Philly’s 700+ polling places for the May 2022 primary election
About four dozen locations have changed since last time.
How a North Philly-born blind boxer rose to welterweight fame, then was forced to quit
Joe Harris hid his vision impairment through two dozen bouts, but when it discovered, the news cost him his career.
Guía del procrastinador para las elecciones primarias de mayo de 2022 en Filadelfia
Una hoja de información para estar informado el día de las elecciones.
A Southwest Philly festival is using arts and food to spark community discussions on the city budget
The Kingsessing event includes free lunch by the Mercado de Latinas.
La propuesta simplificada: un evento en el suroeste de Filadelfia quiere animar a la comunidad para discutir asuntos del presupuesto y expresar demandas
Tendrán almuerzo gratis dado por el Mercado de Latinas.
Martin’s potato rolls x Mastriano; Visit Philly has a new CEO; Another early Sixers playoff exit | Morning roundup
Harper can't throw, but he'll still hit ⚾
Crosswalk or rumble strips?; How to appeal property taxes; TikTok animal rescue star | Morning roundup
Dottie's Donuts to Roxborough 🍩
When she’s not rescuing cats or recording viral TikToks, this Philly animal control officer writes children’s books
Known online as ACO Jess, she just wants people to understand her job.
The Martin’s potato roll empire is backing Doug Mastriano, and Philly sandwich slingers are concerned
Customers have started asking about it.
Family separations aren’t just a Philly problem, as calls for child welfare reform spread nationwide
“The field is ready, hungry for this type of change,” said the leader of the Child Welfare League of America.
This National Foster Care Month, remember Ma’Khia Bryant | Opinion
For Pennsylvania’s child welfare system, the Ohio teen’s death is a stark reminder.