#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
Spring blossoms
(Photo by @jtaflinphotography)
The Urban Affairs Coalition, subcontractor, in a legal battle over accusations of financial mismanagement
One of the city’s most prominent and storied nonprofits, the Urban Affairs Coalition, is suing one of its subcontractors in federal court for defamation and revealing trade secrets, after she alleged its executives turned a blind eye to misspending government grant funding. Continue reading …
Philly’s fourth FIFA Club World Cup game included a preview of next year’s celebrations
Lincoln Financial Field was a cauldron of soccer last week, with four FIFA Club World Cup games giving a taste of the diverse and vibrant atmosphere that will take over the venue during next year’s World Cup.
What’s been notable so far? The passion the fans bring. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
$ = paywalled
•Philly looking at 100-degree-plus temps today for first time since 2012. [WHYY]
• Thousands of PECO customers still without power due to last week’s storm. [WHYY]
• The 2026 GOP primary race for Pa. governor has candidates seeking to curry favor with Trump. [WHYY]
• Planes are flying lower than normal to collect air samples this week. Why? [PhillyVoice]
• City Council allocates $500K for teacher tech ed certifications. [WHYY]
• The city has made many resources available to residents of Northeast Philly in response to the January plane crash. Here are details on the options. [Inq$]
• Billy Penn visited the first weekend of the Chinese Lantern Festival. Check out the photos. [Billy Penn]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker has no public events scheduled for Tuesday.
ON THE CALENDAR
🥘 Philly African Restaurant Week through June 29
🌈 Pride Month celebrations
🏮 All about the 2025 Philly Lantern Festival
🏊🏽 Public pools in Philly 2025
🎭 Epic 3-week ‘space opera’ gaming theater
🌸 27 ways to get out and enjoy the warm weather
🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
Wednesday, June 25: FIFA Club World Cup 25™ Watch Party
Join Philadelphia Soccer 2026 and your fellow soccer fans for watch parties televising two matches: Borussia Dortmund vs. Ulsan HD and Mamelodi Sundowns vs. Fluminense! The watch party will take place at Two Locals Brewery (3675 Market Street Suite 100). Food, drinks, giveaways and a chance to win tickets to a match! (2:30 to 5:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, June 25: Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act
A program examining the past, present and future of voting access, featuring a keynote by legal scholar Akhil Reed Amar. Walk-ins at the Independence Visitor Center welcome with payment at the door. (4:30 to 7:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, June 25: Reentry Simulation at Eastern State Penitentiary
Reflect on some of the many structural challenges people face when returning home from prison in this hands-on experience that mirrors the complexities of reentry. $17 tickets in advance; $20 at the door. (5:30 to 9:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, June 25: Beaux-Arts Philadelphia Tour
Explore examples of late 19th and early 20th century architecture influenced by the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. From monumental structures along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to residences in Rittenhouse Square, see why Philly is often described as the “Paris of the US.” $18 tickets. (6 p.m.)
Wednesday, June 25: Stemming the Tide: How Philly Is Preparing for Floods in a Changing Climate
WHYY’s Maiken Scott moderates a conversation with city officials and community organizers working together to build neighborhood-level resilience plans to tackle urban flash flooding in communities like Germantown. At the Academy of Natural Sciences. (6 to 7:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, June 25: Sidewalk Social
Music, food and local vendors at 27th and Girard. Pay-as-you-go. (6 to 8 p.m.)
Wednesday, June 25: “Inside Out 2” Screening
Watch Pixar’s sequel to the hit animated film on growing up with changing emotions on a 60-foot screen at Sunset Social. (7 p.m.)
Thursday, June 26: Manayunk Canal Reopening Community Event
Celebrate the re-introduction of fresh water to the Manayunk Canal in over 75 years! Learn about the water quality improvements, speak with local partners, and watch a mussel presentation from PWD Scientists. Refreshments included. At the Venice Island Performing Arts & Rec Center. (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Thursday, June 26: Wawa Hoagie Day 2025
Wawa Welcome America returns with 25,000 free Shorti Hoagies and free admission to the National Constitution Center. On Arch Street between 5th and 6th streets. (12 to 1 p.m.)
Thursday, June 26: Slice of History: A Race Through Time
Part scavenger hunt, part time-travel adventure and all fun, starting at the Betsy Ross House in Old City. Teams of two will tackle challenges, solve clues, crush challenges, and race through time for a chance to win great prizes. Finish with beer from Triple Bottom Brewing and pizza. $60 for teams of two. (6 p.m.)
Friday, June 27: Fourth on Friday around South Street
Every Fourth Friday hosts sidewalk sales, food & drink specials, live performances, art shows, pop-up shops, and more. All day.
Friday, June 27: Screening: Tethered: Immigrant Narratives on Film
A selection of stories reflecting immigrant perspectives through seven Philadelphia-based filmmakers. Each films highlights the diverse experiences of being rooted in one place while having a life lived elsewhere. The films explore various perspectives on family, displacement, motherhood, and the expression of identity and shared experiences. At Dahlak on Baltimore Avenue. (7 to 9:30 p.m.)
