#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
Snapshot in time
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Philly reacts after Eagles’ tush push gets surprise reprieve
The Green Bay Packers’ proposal to ban the play came up short — just like the Pack did in the playoff game vs. Birds.
That was a surprise. What wasn’t a surprise was how Philly reacted — on social media, on the airwaves, and on a billboard, of all things. Continue reading…
2025 could be Jesse Ito’s year, for lots of reasons
The chef, of Royal Sushi & Izakaya, is a James Beard Award finalist for this year’s Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic award, his eighth nomination from the culinary foundation. He will be in Chicago for the award ceremony, but he has plenty of other things going on this year — including a new restaurant opening near Rittenhouse. BP’s Julia Binswanger caught up with him. Continue reading…
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Despite losing the Democratic primary, Pat Dugan could challenge Larry Krasner as a Republican in November. [WHYY]
• Philly ballot questions: Voters OK efforts on homelessness, housing, prison oversight. [NBC10]
• Looming SEPTA cuts could increase climate pollution in the Philly area, raising carbon emissions by around 4%. [WHYY’s PlanPhilly]
• Brewery owners are trying to salvage Philly Beer Week after organizer’s death by taking a grassroots approach, with bars announcing plans on their own. [PhillyVoice]
• In Holmesburg, a vacant lot turned sunflower farm offers a place for Philly veterans to rebuild. [WHYY]
• Bruce Springsteen doubles down on political criticism with a digital EP that includes anti-Trump comments. [AP]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker has no scheduled public events today.
ON THE CALENDAR
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Thursday, May 22: Liberty, Freedom, and Social Justice Printmaking Workshop
Join a dialogue of what freedom and social justice mean in relation to the Declaration of Independence. Then express those ideas through prints using Gelli plates. In Tacony. Free with RSVP. Part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Printmaking by the People project. (6 to 8 p.m.)
Thursday, May 22: Cocktails & Crustaceans
Kick off summer with Independence Seaport Museum’s signature lobster boil fundraiser on the waterfront. Tickets are $175 each and include an open bar and all the fixings (plus non-seafood options). (6 to 9 p.m.)
Thursday, May 22: Public Meeting about Chemical Contamination
Get an update on the contamination concerns near Bartram’s Garden at this public meeting at Richard Allen Prep Charter School. Free. Find the contamination report here. (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Friday, May 23: Peter and the Wolf
Combining dance and puppetry, The School of Philadelphia’s Ballet’s Peter and the Wolf is an ideal ballet for first-time theater goers and audiences of all ages. Outdoors in Rittenhouse Square. Free with RSVP. (4 p.m. and 6 p.m. shows)
Friday, May 23: Midge Ure at City Winery
Midge Ure, one of the organizers of the 1985 Live Aid concert and key member of Ultravox and Visage, is performing at City Winery. Tickets $28 and up.
Friday, May 23: Haitian Flag Day Happy Hour
Celebrate Haitian culture and history at The MAAS Building (1320 N. 5th Street) with complimentary snacks and drinks, networking, and vendors. Free with RSVP. (6 to 9 p.m.)
Friday, May 23: Uncle Bobbie’s X Dawn Staley – Book Tour
Meet legendary coach and player, Dawn Staley for the release of her inspiring book, “Uncommon Favor,” at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church (East). $36 tickets. (7 p.m.)
Saturday, May 24: Garden Market at Phila. Brewing
15+ vintage vendors with some of the best pieces and prices around, plus food and drinks. Free entry! (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Saturday, May 24: El Mercado Cultural in collaboration with Fleisher Art Memorial
The first of three markets through the summer at Cherry Street Pier. Shop from vendors, savor tasty bites, and enjoy the rotating entertainment and hands-on workshops. Free entry. (12 to 5 p.m.)
Saturday, May 24: Encaustic Wax Painting & Collage Workshop
Encaustic consists of natural beeswax and damar resin (crystallized tree sap). Once heated to a melting point, it can be applied as a base, top-coat, adhesive, and/or mixed with pigments. Make your own piece! Supplies provided, but feel free to bring items to personalize. $25 tickets. (2 to 5 p.m.)
