#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
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Cure your ballot: Hundreds of voters have a chance to fix errors
Are you one of 577 Philadelphia mail voters whose ballot is at risk of not being counted?
If you think you might be, check the list posted below for your name, and read on for instructions on how to fix the problems and make your vote count in the May 19 primary election. Continue reading…
Philly theaters go all in telling America’s story ahead of 250th
Philly theater fans have lots of history-related shows to choose from this summer.
From the classic “1776” (at the Walnut Street Theatre) and a reprise of last year’s award-winning sci-fi thriller “Franklin’s Key” (via Pig Iron Theatre), to a play set entirely in Lincoln’s grave (at the Wilma) and an exploration of Ben Franklin’s split from his loyalist son (Lantern Theater), there’s something for everyone this semiquincentennial. Continue reading…
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Some parents don’t want their kids to use tech at school. But districts like one in Lower Merion say opting out is not an option. [AP]
• The PPA will ban non-residents from parking near Lemon Hill to go to FIFA Fan Festival during World Cup — and residents of parts of Fairmount, Brewerytown and Spring Garden will need a temporary permit during the 39-day event. [PhillyVoice]
• Do bodegas still offer economic opportunities to new generations of Latines in Philadelphia? [2Puntos]
• Star Sign Thrift on South Street aims to be a safe space for shoppers of all genders and sizes. [PGN]
• Braden Shattuck, the only Philly-area golfer at the PGA Championship tournament in Delco this week, faces an uphill battle to make it to the final rounds. [Billy Penn]
• America’s first hospital is right here in Philly – and it’s still operating to this day. Pennsylvania Hospital is the latest to be celebrated as a Philly “first.” [Billy Penn]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker has no public events in her schedule for Friday.
BILLY PENN GUIDES
🎭 Philly’s comedy scene
🌱 Spring in Philly guide
🎤 Philly Record Store Guide
⚽ Billy Penn’s FIFA World Cup Guide
🛍️ Thrifty in Philly guide
📚 Book lovers’ guide to Philly
🍹 Non-alcoholic Philly
😋 Dining in Philly
🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
ON THE CALENDAR
🗓️ For the **FULL LIST** of this week’s events calendar, visit BillyPenn.com!
A Eurovision watch/dance party (Saturday), a faux traditional Indonesian wedding reception (Sunday), a community poetry workshop for a public art installation in Nicetown-Tioga (Saturday) and more to look forward to!
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Thursday, May 21: People You Should Know: Philadelphia’s Sports Economy
WHYY is partnering with the Center City Business Association for an informed discussion with area sports executives from 8 to 10 a.m. at WHYY, 150 N. 6th Street. Enter promo code “WHYY30″ to receive a $30 off discount from the $75 admission!
