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Extreme Home Makeover: Bears edition
A new luxury residence has opened at the heart of the Philadelphia Zoo.
The lavish home recently underwent an impressive $25 million renovation expanding the spot by 60%. A brand-new wing includes outdoor space with resort-style amenities such as hammocks, natural light, cozy dens, climbing trees, water-features and a swimming pool.
The residents? Three very lucky — and very fluffy — bears. Continue reading…
How to escape the heat (and have fun) in Philly
Following a week of triple-digit temps and a sweaty Fourth of July, this summer is still heating up. Temps will still be up in the 80s and 90s in the coming weeks, which may make you reconsider your outdoor plans.
But fear not! Philly has plenty of indoor activities that will keep you cool and entertained this summer. Continue reading…
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Pa. advocates fear Medicaid cuts, work requirements could impact those with serious illnesses, mental health issues. [WHYY]
• SEPTA is spending millions to stop fare evasion. Is it paying off? [NBC10]
• Philadelphia teachers describe chaotic “fantasy football draft” to get their school assignments, with reshuffling staff over Zoom. [Chalkbeat]
• Nearly a year since the last Rite Aids closed, some shuttered pharmacies are getting new life as gyms, car washes, dollar stores, medical clinics and more. [Inq$]
• Philly icons Patti LaBelle and Boyz II Men are slated to perform next Tuesday, July 14, at the first MLB All-Star Game to be held in the city in 30 years. [PhillyVoice]
• A festival in Philly’s Mantua neighborhood traces Black America’s influence in 250 dance moves. [WHYY]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker will attend the Philadelphia Housing Authority’s Annual PhillySEEDS Fundraising Gala, celebrating scholarship recipients and supporting educational opportunities for public housing residents. (6:30 p.m.)
Parker touted an arbitration award that establishes a new contract with wage increases for firefighters, paramedics and emergency personnel after months of testimony.
⚽ World Cup Tips ⚽
Start Here:
World Cup events guide
Billy Penn’s FIFA World Cup Guide
Things To Know:
- How to get free DIY World Cup charm bracelets at the FIFA Fan Fest.
- ‘ICE Out’ protest art in Philly ramps up amid World Cup spotlight
- Soccer enthusiasts in Philly can access Lemon Hill fan fest and other sites via trails.
- Infectious diseases can spread in a crowd, and experts are set to scrutinize wastewater, hospital visits, even social media for any signs that an outbreak might be brewing.
ON THE CALENDAR
A whimsical art show and a video game art show (Thursday),
DiBruno’s Ice Cream Summer Social (Saturday),
a tour of the city’s littlest streets (Saturday)
And More!
See the **FULL LIST** of this week’s events calendar at BillyPenn.com!
BILLY PENN GUIDES
🏙️ Billy Penn City Guide
🌽 CSA farmshare guide
🛝 Kid-friendly summer guide
☕ Philly coffee guide
🚶🏽♀️ Alt Philly history walking tours guide
🌱 Spring in Philly guide
🎭 Philly’s comedy scene
🎤 Philly Record Store Guide
🛍️ Thrifty in Philly guide
📚 Book lovers’ guide to Philly
🍹 Non-alcoholic Philly
😋 Dining in Philly
🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
