#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
Still the city of brotherly love
(Photo by @amtlphilly)
As strike closes out Week 1, no deal appears near
The city and municipal workers union DC33 met over the weekend, but they have not yet reached a deal. Trash continues to pile up, and residents continue to get frustrated. Pay day is coming for union workers, which might serve as a pressure point in negotiations. Continue reading …
Philly’s FIFA Club World Cup ends with a packed Linc and fireworks, as Chelsea tops Palmeiras
Philly hosted its last FIFA Club World Cup game Friday night and it had all the thrills, noise and literal fireworks that any Fourth of July event deserves.
English side Chelsea returned to Lincoln Financial Field for the third time this summer and defeated Brazilian side Palmeiras, 2-1, in front of 65,782 fans, the stadium’s best attendance this tournament. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Rep. Brian Fitpatrick was the sole GOP holdout from Pa. in the voting for the “Big Beautiful Bill.” [Pa. Cap-Star]
• Philly’s Fourth of July celebrations looked back in history and to our furry (and scaly) friends. [WHYY]
• The historic Art Alliance building in Rittenhouse is damaged by fire. [Inq$]
• What was the Independence National Park area like before it became a park? [WHYY]
• A new waterfront park opens in Bridesburg this month. [PhillyVoice]
• A new vinyl club at the Free Library draws big interest. [WHYY]
• Kyle Schwarber and Zack Wheeler are the only 2 Phillies to make the All-Star Game roster. [NBC10]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker has no public events scheduled for Monday.
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Monday, July 7: Big Gay Writing Project: Open Mic Night
Tattooed Mom hosts this writing mixer, open mic night and karaoke. Come read something you wrote, sing a song, tell a joke. Or, just watch and support! Open Mic from 6 to 8 p.m.; Sign up on-site. Karaoke from 8 to 10 p.m. $5 suggested donation. (6 to 10 p.m.)
Wednesday, July 9: Go Mt. Airy Supper Sessions
Mt Airy CDC’s signature outdoor event. This is the 2nd of four events. Support community and small businesses across the 7100 and 7200 blocks of Germantown Ave.. Monthly every 2nd Wednesday through Sept. (5 to 9 p.m.)
Wednesday, July 9: Pennypack Music Festival
The weekly festival returns, this night with Irish Night, Ed Kelly’s birthday celebration, and Jamison and Bogside Rogues. (7 p.m.)
Wednesday, July 9: Philadelphia: A Narrative History Book Talk
The Historical Society of Pennsylvania hosts this convo with author Paul Kahan and historian Emma Lapsansky-Werner, exploring how diversity, civic conflict, and reform have shaped Philadelphia’s identity across centuries. The program will also explore the role of archives, museums, and preservation efforts. Books can be purchased and signed. View the exhibit: Voices of the Community: Local Black Preservation. Tickets are $11.19. (6:30 to 7:30 p.m.)
Thursday, July 10: Wildflower Composers Presents: The Bergamot Quartet
The quartet will perform works by faculty and guest composers at the 2025 Wildflower Composers Festival. $20 tickets. (7 to 9 p.m.)
Friday, July 11: Arch Enemy Arts reception party
A super summer party marking the closing of Veks Van Hillik’s surreal solo show, ABSURD LOGIC, and the final days of an ocean-inspired group exhibition, BEYOND TIDES 4. Plus: debuting two new solos from international artists Beatriz Bradaschii (Brazil) and Fran de Anda (Mexico). (5 to 9 p.m.)
