RIP Stan Lee, the Marvel Comics legend
Long before Ringling Bros., America’s first circus performers got their start in Philadelphia
Philly was home to the first circus performance in the country in 1793. It’s still home to circus arts, performances and schools.
Billy Penn’s ultimate guide to spring in Philly
Things are heating up this spring in Philly – literally. With America 250 coming up, there are more events than ever to enjoy the city
Philly weekly events calendar: April 6 through 12
From outdoor markets to a public art project around grief, Billy Penn highlights some of the best local activities to join in on this week in Philly.
What is that smell around the city? It may be the local pear trees
You’re not crazy if you think some of Philly’s beautiful, blooming trees smell a bit “off.” One expert tells us Bradford Pear trees have a distinct – and unpleasant – scent.
Philly’s soccer summer ramping up: two new soccer fields to offer local fans their own place to play
A temporary field at City Hall and a permanent installation at Tip Top Playground in Northern Liberties are designed to build excitement for the World Cup.
Long before the Linc and the Bank, Philly paved the way for the nation’s sports fans with America’s first stadium
The iconic Franklin Field, where the Penn Relays, Penn football games and other sporting events are held, was the first stadium in the nation.
Curating connections: How Join Philly offers a ‘participation on-ramp’ to fun activities
Join Philly is a directory of Philly clubs and organizations. And next month, they’re hosting an activity fair so you can get more involved.
SEPTA aims to increase reliability with 24 new Canadian coach cars
The trains, purchased from a Montreal transit agency, will help supplement older SEPTA cars that may have caused issues in the past.
Philly weekly events calendar: April 1 through April 5
From exhibits and concerts to film festivals and egg hunts, Billy Penn highlights some of the best local activities to enjoy this week in Philly.
Philly Theatre Week launches pay-what-you-can to share ‘the value of live theater’
Nearly 50 productions are part of the effort to introduce more people to the experience of live theater in Philly and beyond.
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