#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY
Frozen in place
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Buggies, boarding and beers: How Philadelphians rode out the big snowstorm
While many folks on Sunday hunkered down indoors to keep warm and dry, watched some football or caught up on their favorite shows, others got out and did something.
From wild rides to cheap, cheap beer, meet the Philadelphians who celebrated this winter wonderland with aplomb. Continue reading …
Calder Garden’s Moon Alignment Series might be exactly what you need
Sculpture takes on new meaning by moonlight. The bi-monthly series invites curious minds to Calder Gardens, after hours, for contemplative sessions synced with the phases of the moon. It’s something that would have resonated with Alexander Calder himself, museum officials say. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
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• GOP Sen. Dave McCormick called for a “full investigation” into Alex Pretti’s shooting in Minneapolis, and Dem. Sen. Fetterman called for the immigration operation there to “immediately end” — although he vowed to never vote to shut down the government. [WHYY/Capital-Star]
• Pa., N.J. attorneys general join push to halt nonconsensual sexual deepfakes on Grok. [PhillyVoice]
• Hundreds march in Philadelphia to protest ICE: ‘We’re not going to let this stand.’ [WHYY]
• ‘I pray it doesn’t happen’: Philadelphia reacts to plan to close 20 schools. [Chalkbeat]
• Trash is lingering longer on residential sidewalks in Center City West, and for the first time in nearly a decade, no private crew is coming behind city trash collection to clean it up. [Fitler Focus]
• Why does Philly have so many sinkholes? [Green Philly]
MAYOR WATCH
The mayor has no public events on her schedule for Tuesday.
ON THE CALENDAR
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Tuesday, Jan. 27: Bridging Blocks | Ableism & Accessibility
Accessibility, or the lack thereof, remains a major concern nationally and locally. It extends beyond physical spaces to include access to information, communication, and essential services. How does Philadelphia show up for its residents with disabilities, including those facing literacy-related barriers? What services exist, and where are the gaps? At L.A.M.P. Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians at 1500 Spring Garden St #230. (1 to 2:30 p.m.)
Tuesday, Jan. 27: Co-Creating a GreenPrint for Kensington
Join this brand-new exhibit and green-planning and implementation process for Kensington. From January to April, NKCDC and partners will host a series of events to develop an implementable plan for neighborhood revitalization through greening, rooted in trauma-informed and anti-displacement strategies, and driven by the community’s vision. (5 to 7 p.m.)
Wednesday, Jan 28: Public Hearing: Equitable Public Budgeting
Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke and the People’s Budget Office invite you to a hearing of the Committee on Global Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative Economy. At City Hall. Free to register and attend. (10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, Jan 28: 52nd Street Commercial Corridor Design Open House
Give input and suggestions on block-by-block initial design concepts to help shape the 52nd Street Corridor, from Arch Street to Pine Street. At Global Leadership Academy Southwest at 5200 Pine St. (6 to 8 p.m.)
Wednesday, Jan. 28: Booked N Bossy Adult Book Fair
An adult book fair and swap at Strangelove’s at 216 S. 11th Street. Enjoy happy hour cocktails and themed drinks, plus games. Bring as many new or gently used books as you’d like. Feel free to wrap it as a surprise read for Blind Date with a Book. $18 tickets. (6 to 9 p.m.)
Wednesday, Jan. 28: Tavern Revolution 250: The French Influence on America’s Founding
As part of Studio 2’s ongoing events related to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, join WHYY in Lafayette Hill for a discussion of how France’s support for the colonists proved vital to the American fight for freedom from British imperialism. Featuring revolutionary trivia and live comedic improv. At Brittingham’s Restaurant, in use as a tavern, inn, dance hall, pub and restaurant for more than 272 years. Free with RSVP. (7 to 9 p.m.)
Thursday, Jan. 29: People Talking: On Art and Gardens
This two-part program at Calder Gardens is composed of a screening of Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf, followed by a conversation between Thomas Piper, the film’s director, and Taylor Zakarin, the associate curator of High Line Art, New York. $35 tickets ($25 for members) include gallery access before the event. (3:30 to 6:30 p.m.)
Thursday, Jan. 29: Philly is UNRIVALED presented by Tonya Pendleton & Stacey Pearl
A welcome party celebrating women’s pro basketball and Philly culture – featuring tequila tasting and Quizzo. At Two Locals Brewing. Free to attend, but $12.51 tickets include tequila and merch. (6 to 10 p.m.)
Thursday, Jan. 29: East Passyunk After Hours is here!
East Passyunk comes alive at night with this takeover of a business storefront for a DIY show. Groove with us and explore your neighborhood while supporting late-night business and a vibrant East Passyunk at all hours. At Capri Dessecker REMAX at 1842 Passyunk Avenue. (7 to 10 p.m.)
Friday, Jan. 30: Biodanza: The Dance of Life + The Poetry of Human Encounter
An evening of movement, music, community, and heartfelt, intentional connection. The “vivencia” (from the Spanish word “vivir,” meaning “to live”) will include a series of artfully guided dances and encounters designed to evoke core emotion and authentic expression. Suitable for all bodies and experience levels. $35 tickets. (7 to 9 p.m.)
