We at Billy Penn think life is more fun in emoji. Here’s a recap of the swearing-in of new PA governor Tom Wolf through our fav Internet language.
Tom Wolf has taken the oath of office: Emoji translation
Philly weekly events calendar: April 20 to 26
Explore Philly this week for Earth Day, bake-offs, budget panels, art festivals and more.
Southeast Asian community takes center stage in InterAct’s latest Philly Cycle series
“Seng’s Salon” is inspired by a real South Philly spot, telling the story of three generations of Laotians in InterAct’s Drake theater.
America’s first botanical garden is right here in Philly
Bartram’s Garden existed long before our nation was founded. The park was a foundation for natural history in the U.S.
Meija Moreno moved to Philly to be an artist. Now, she’s caught up in the biggest television scandal of the year
Moreno talks about meeting West Wilson, her viral “hair ties” and navigating Summer House drama on Bravo.
Philly is home to the nation’s only accredited circus school – but it’s shutting down
The Circadium School of Contemporary Circus has faced funding cuts and administrative challenges since it started. Its director said this school was one of a kind.
Billy Penn’s guide to Philly record stores
Record stores have seen a resurgence over the past decade – and these spots in Philly are no exceptions. Here’s where you can go to get your groove on.
Register to vote and apply for a mail ballot ahead of the May primary election
Registration closes May 4, mail ballot applications are due May 12, and the election is May 19.
‘A great fight town.’ UFC returns to Philly as latest major sports event planned for 2026
UFC 330 will be the MMA promotion’s first event in the city since 2019, and the first “numbered” event here since 2011.
‘Pop-up concrete’ event shows what bike lane protection on Spruce and Pine could be
Philly Bike Action’s event aims to clear up misconceptions about the size of the potential concrete barriers along the popular Center City bikeways.
It’s about to be PrideAF. More on Philly’s new queer art festival
Philly’s LGBTQ+ opera singers, drag artists and performers are coming together for a celebratory lineup of June shows.
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