#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
Shelter from the storm
(Photo by @strangerphilly)
Bitter temps promise to keep slushy conditions around for days
Philadelphia was blanketed with its biggest snowfall in five years Sunday before a pervasive winter storm transitioned to sleet and freezing rain, bringing impacts that will likely be felt the rest of the week. Photos here.
Next up? Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing for the rest of the week. Lows will stay in the single digits, even dropping to 2 degrees by Thursday night. Continue reading …
Did you know Philly is home of the first Girl Scout cookie sale?
It is, and we’ll celebrate it next week as the latest Philly “first”. Hopefully some of this snow and ice will be gone by then. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Gov. Shapiro and Philly-area officials decried shooting of man in Minneapolis by ICE agents this weekend. [WHYY]
• Philly students get a snow day Monday. [Chalkbeat]
• A Philly judge’s partisan Facebook posts violated rules, the state Supreme Court rules. [PhillyVoice]
• Medicaid cuts are “going to affect everyone,” Philly health care workers warn. [WHYY]
• ‘It’s a line that has been crossed’: Philadelphia reacts to the removal of the President’s House site slavery exhibit. [WHYY/Billy Penn]
• If climate change is warming winters, how did Philadelphia get over half a foot of snow? [WHYY]
MAYOR WATCH
The mayor and city officials will provide an update on the city’s winter storm response, at Dorothy Emanuel Recreation Center, 8500 Pickering Avenue. (11 a.m.)
ON THE CALENDAR
🍹 Non-alcoholic options beyond Dry January
🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
Monday, Jan. 26: Poetry Workshop and Peer Review
Join Krystle Griffin every last Monday of the month for a combination of poetry workshop and peer review. The first hour will have elements of discussing poems, poetry forms and prompt writing. In the second hour, folks will go over each others’ writing to give feedback. $5 donation recommended. (6 p.m.)
Tuesday, Jan. 27: Bridging Blocks | Ableism & Accessibility
Accessibility, or the lack thereof, remains a major concern nationally and locally. It extends beyond physical spaces to include access to information, communication and essential services. How does Philadelphia show up for its residents with disabilities, including those facing literacy-related barriers? What services exist, and where are the gaps? At L.A.M.P. Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians at 1500 Spring Garden St #230. (1 to 2:30 p.m.)
Tuesday, Jan. 27: Co-Creating a GreenPrint for Kensington
Join this brand-new exhibit and green planning and implementation process for Kensington. From January to April, NKCDC and partners will host a series of events to develop an implementable plan for neighborhood revitalization through greening, rooted in trauma-informed and anti-displacement strategies, and driven by the community’s vision. (5 to 7 p.m.)
Wednesday, Jan. 28: Tavern Revolution 250: The French Influence on America’s Founding
As part of Studio 2’s ongoing events related to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, join WHYY in Lafayette Hill for a discussion of how France’s support for the colonists proved vital to the American fight for freedom from British imperialism. Featuring revolutionary trivia and live comedic improv. At Brittingham’s Restaurant, in use as a tavern, inn, dance hall, pub and restaurant for more than 272 years. Free with RSVP. (7 to 9 p.m.)
Thursday, Jan. 29: People Talking: On Art and Gardens
This two-part program at Calder Gardens is composed of a screening of Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf, followed by a conversation between Thomas Piper, the film’s director, and Taylor Zakarin, the associate curator of High Line Art, New York. $35 tickets ($25 for members) include gallery access before the event. (3:30 to 6:30 p.m.)
Thursday, Jan. 29: East Passyunk After Hours is here!
East Passyunk comes alive at night. Takeover of a business storefront for a DIY show. Groove with us and explore your neighborhood while supporting late-night business and a vibrant East Passyunk at all hours. At Capri Dessecker REMAX at 1842 Passyunk Avenue. (7 to 10 p.m.)
