#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
Smoke break outside Fergie’s Pub
(Photo by @brianfishman)
Philly homeownership program’s first project in 8th District
Nearly two dozen homes are being built on a string of vacant lots in Tioga, marking the first Turn the Key project in the 8th Council District.
Construction on the first set of homes began in April. On Monday, elected officials and residents gathered on West Venango Street to celebrate the next phase of the development, which is expected to create 22 opportunities for first-time homebuyers. Continue reading…
School’s (almost) out! Your guide to a kid-friendly summer
School may not be out quite yet, but the temperatures in the city have certainly reflected a hot summer so far.
And, with lots of free time coming up, there are a variety of free and low-cost resources to keep your kids entertained. Continue reading…
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Capitol rioters clamor for payouts from Trump’s new ‘anti-weaponization’ fund despite backlash. [AP]
• Trump’s change to green card policy could be “devastating” for tens of thousands of people in Philadelphia who have applied via the adjustment of status process. [WHYY]
• SEPTA will finally reopen the concourse that connects BSL and MFL between 15th Street/City Hall and Walnut-Locust, after six years of padlocked gates frustrating commuters. [Inquirer$]
• The Eagles traded wide receiver A.J. Brown to the Patriots. Were the terms favorable? What’s Brown’s reaction? [NFL.com/PhillyVoice]
• Apple Cinemas scraps plans to reopen the movie theater at South Philly’s Riverview Plaza. [PhillyVoice]
• The nine months of British occupation of Philadelphia are often referred to as the “dark days,” but from a British perspective, Philly was a really fun town. [WHYY]
• Emma Hearn returns to Philly for the “The Outsiders” Broadway tour stop at the Academy of Music. Around 100 students and former classmates at Germantown Academy will be there in support. [Billy Penn]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker joins Philadelphia Soccer 2026 and city partners for a FIFA World Cup “Know Before You Go” briefing to highlight Philly’s readiness to welcome the world. (9 a.m.)
Parker helps kick off the Free Library Summer Quest Program at Parkway Central. Includes activities for students, an official ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a celebration of the opportunities available. (11:30 a.m.)
Parker later attends the Police Athletic League Awards Gala to celebrate PAL’s impact on city youth. (6 p.m.)
BILLY PENN GUIDES
☕ Philly coffee guide
🚶🏽♀️ Alt Philly history walking tours guide
🎭 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!
This week includes… Practice the art and fun of writing snail mail letters (Today) + An anti-ICE supper club (Thursday) + speed dating for music lovers + Philly Sketchfest 2026 kicks off, and more!
