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Philly-based artist wants your toenails to make a replica FIFA World Cup trophy
Clancy Philbrick is asking the world to mail him their (clean) fingernail and toenail clippings for his critique on labor and the wealth divide. He already has years’ worth of his own.
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Penn Medicine, the nation’s first medical school, celebrates its pioneering history
A free “Firstival” at the school on Saturday will offer storytelling, exhibits and family activities
‘Small but meaningful’ – How a Philly attorney invented the first matchbook
A “Firstival” in Old City on Saturday celebrates the historic innovation with storytelling and family activities.
From MLK Jr. to Michelle Obama, everyday historical heroes were on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia
Philadelphians of all ages joined in the museum’s costume contest on Sunday, celebrating Black Americans’ historic contributions to the U.S.
The world’s first-ever women’s medical college opened in Philly 176 years ago
A “Firstival” event at Drexel University on Saturday honors the pioneering school, doctors, and successor institutions.
Food & Drink
Phillies baseball is back! What new food, merch and events to look out for at Citizens Bank Park
This season, the menus and merchandise at the home of the reigning NL East Champs are being elevated to “All-Star” levels.
Gluten-free night at Little Walter’s: one neighbor’s quest for a flourless pierogi
Chef Michael Brenfleck made his kitchen gluten free for one special evening to support a friend with celiac disease. The night was such a hit, it’s now a monthly series.
The Butter Krak’s missing! Where are Zitner’s chocolate eggs this Easter?
Local grocery stores already have their Easter displays up, but Zitner’s candies are nowhere to be found.
Say it ain’t sourdough! Metropolitan Bakery has been sold, but its recipes will live on
Merzbacher’s of Germantown is taking over operations and will continue selling Metropolitan baked goods at specialty shops. Its iconic Rittenhouse location will close.
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