#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
Beauty on Boathouse Row
(Photo by @photolope)
Bread, belief and the churches of Frankford in Northeast Philadelphia
When Frankford grew into an industrial center in the 1800s, immigrant workers and free Black residents established churches to reflect the neighborhood’s mix of ethnic and religious communities. This left the area, with an unusually dense collection of historic churches still standing today.
Today, dozens of churches preserve centuries of history while providing food, clothing, youth programs and other neighborhood support. Continue reading…
Philadelphia candy sellers are up to no good this Halloween
While major retailers are selling bags of traditional Halloween candies like Reese’s or Skittles, local candy stores are creating some unique sweets. Many shops around the city aren’t afraid to get a little weird with it.
From chocolate SEPTA rats to lollipops with actual worms inside, here are some sweets that will truly spook you. Continue reading…
BP Quizzo Question of the Day
“Wissahickon” is thought to come from the Lenape word “Wisameckhan,” which means what?
RECAP: What else happened?
$ = paywalled
• It’s cold and flu season. Here’s which vaccines Philadelphians should get this fall. [WHYY]
• As flooding worsens in the Philly suburbs, water rescues are on the rise. Firefighters are having to adapt — and fast. [WHYY]
• Police officer fatally shot while responding to call in West Philadelphia; DA announces charges. [WHYY]
• Anglers are being warned to not eat PFAS-contaminated fish from the Wissahickon Creek and watershed. [WHYY]
• Philly preservation history: A rare Keith Haring mural in Point Breeze is added to city’s historic register. [WHYY’s PlanPhilly]
• Philadelphia Museum of Art’s ‘Marcel Duchamp’ retrospective tries to contain an artist who refused to be contained. [WHYY]
When you donate to Billy Penn, you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win a pair of 76ers tickets to the Monday, Nov. 23 home game against the Portland Trail Blazers!
No donation is necessary, though. For details on how to enter and the eligibility requirements, see the official rules online here.
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker has no public events scheduled for Monday.
Past coverage of Indigenous Peoples Day and Columbus Day
- ‘We’re here’: We Are the Seeds festival celebrates Indigenous dance, arts and culture
- Court reinstates Columbus Day, but all agree there should be an Indigenous Peoples Day
- These prominent Philadelphia landmarks are still named after Christopher Columbus
- Why Philly’s robust Native American cultural center abruptly shut down
- Philly’s rich history of Columbus protests and Indigenous Peoples Day.
Highlights from Billy Penn’s City Guide
- In Northeast Philadelphia, a haven for immigrants from Russia, Ukraine and beyond
Bustleton and Somerton are home to a vibrant population of diverse immigrants, and a host of enticing restaurants and markets.
- Philly culture on a budget: Where to find discounts on arts, nature, and history
Whether you’re visiting the city or a resident who wants to see more sights, there’s plenty to do at a discount — too much to include in one guide
ON THE CALENDAR
Indigenous Peoples Weekend 2026 continues at the Museum of the American Revolution,
Indigenous Peoples’ Day Philadelphia at Penn Treaty Park,
Bridges to Our Roots @ the Bok rooftop,
Postcards, Pastries & the Polls,
AND MORE!
See the **FULL LIST** of this week’s events calendar at BillyPenn.com!
BILLY PENN GUIDES
🏙️ Billy Penn City Guide
✏️ Philly Quizzo guide
🛍️ Novelty stores guide
🍁 Fall festivals guide
🍓 Farmers market guide
✊🏾 Black history in Philly guide
🍦 Vegan ice cream guide
🥕 CSA farmshare guide
☕ Philly coffee guide
🚶🏽♀️ Alt Philly history walking tours 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
BP Quizzo answer:
Catfish stream
