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Billy Penn’s guide to Philly record stores
Record stores have seen a resurgence over the past decade – and these spots in Philly are no exceptions. Here’s where you can go to get your groove on.
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Philly weekly events calendar: April 1 through April 5
From exhibits and concerts to film festivals and egg hunts, Billy Penn highlights some of the best local activities to enjoy this week in Philly.
Phanatic, Gritty, Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross join ‘hype squad’ for America250
The “people-powered” Visit PA Playmakers will help welcome visitors from around the world to Pennsylvania.
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
Rocky statue heading into the Philadelphia Museum of Art for the first time
The sculpture will be part of the museum’s monuments exhibition, before it returns outside to a permanent spot at the top of the steps.
Food & Drink
Running a kitchen at 21: Ocho Supper Club’s RJ Smith talks his Rittenhouse Hotel residency
Philly’s culinary wunderkind reflects on the rise of Ocho Supper Club, gaining local fame and what the future holds.
James Beard Foundation moves seven Philly contenders to final round
Out of 12 Philly chefs, bars or restaurants in the semifinals, seven are now one step closer to one of the top prizes in all of the food world.
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.
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