{"id":256054,"date":"2025-09-26T12:07:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T12:07:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/256054\/"},"modified":"2025-09-26T12:07:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T12:07:13","slug":"centenarian-celebration-philly-centric-monopoly-septa-deaths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/256054\/","title":{"rendered":"Centenarian celebration; Philly-centric Monopoly; SEPTA deaths"},"content":{"rendered":"

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pointing the way at Calder Gardens
(Photo by\u00a0@phrankied<\/a>)<\/p>\n

A celebration of centenarians earlier this week at the Simpson House highlighted five extraordinary women, including one who, much like \u201cRosie the Riveter,\u201d was a welder during World War II.<\/p>\n

\u201cCentenarians are the new middle age,\u201d joked Rev. David Kegler during the\u00a0event. And they have much to teach all of us, Billy Penn\u2019s Heather Chin reports.\u00a0Continue reading \u2026<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"100 year-old Mary Brown and her niece Linda Earland, who visits and helps Brown manage her medical care, at the Simpson House\u2019s Centenarian Day, September 22, 2025. (Kimberly Paynter\/WHYY)<\/p>\n

Move over, Atlantic City: Philly is getting its own city-themed Monopoly board next year, and the creators are asking the public to help pick the places that will be showcased on the board.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn many ways, this edition is a love letter to Philadelphia,\u201d said company rep Tim Barney. \u201cFrom the small, local gems and mom-and-pops to the biggest names known around the world.\u201d\u00a0Continue reading \u2026<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Mr. Monopoly with Rocky. (Courtesy of Neff)<\/p>\n

RECAP: What else happened?<\/p>\n

$ = paywalled<\/p>\n

\u2022 U.S. DOJ sues Pa., other states<\/a>\u00a0in its quest for voter data. [WHYY]<\/p>\n

\u2022 Kamala Harris came to Philly to promote her new memoir\u00a0reflecting on her historic 2024 presidential run and potential VP picks<\/a>, including\u00a0Gov. Shapiro. [WHYY]\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Results from a new poll about the congressional race to replace Rep. Dwight Evans found\u00a0voters have divided preferences<\/a>, with some wanting candidates to \u201cstand up\u201d to Donald Trump. [Billy Penn]<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Temple Health nurses and technicians\u00a0are set to strike beginning Mon, Oct. 6 unless contract negotiations gain traction<\/a>. [PhillyVoice]\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Pennsylvania\u00a0launched a free statewide legal support program called SeniorLAWCenter<\/a>\u00a0for grandparents raising grandchildren. [WHYY]\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Two people were killed in separate Regional Rail incidents<\/a>\u00a0overnight Wednesday\/Thursday, while falling overhead wires disrupted a trolley, sending 3 to the hospital. [Billy Penn]<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Iron Hill Brewery closes all its locations<\/a>, including one in Center City, and declares bankruptcy. [Billy Penn]<\/p>\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t get spooked by\u00a0our comprehensive listing of Halloween events<\/a>\u00a0happening between now and the end of October. [Billy Penn]<\/p>\n

MAYOR WATCH<\/p>\n

Mayor Parker will attend and speak at ribbon-cutting celebration for a new playground at Community Partnership School, 3033 W. Glenwood Ave. (8:30 a.m.)<\/p>\n

ON THE CALENDAR<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf42\u00a0Autumn festival lineup<\/a>
\ud83d\udc7b\u00a0Halloween events across Philly, now through October<\/a>
\ud83d\udea6 Thursday, Oct. 2:\u00a0Safer Streets: A Billy Penn Town Hall<\/a>
\ud83c\udfc3\ud83c\udffd\u00a0Philly Runners Guide<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27:\u00a02025 Northwest Schuylkill River Trails Summit<\/strong>
Join an exploration of current trail investments and future trail projects in Northwest Philadelphia and Lower Merion Township. At the Venice Island Performing Arts Center in Manayunk. Optional lunch and guided biking and walking tours in the afternoon.\u00a0Free tickets; $15 donation appreciated<\/a>. (9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27: DIY Philly Plant Crawl\u00a0<\/strong>
Start wherever you like and visit in any order \u2014 but if you need a little help, Google Maps\u00a0suggests the route shown in this image (a perfect leafy circle<\/a>. Jump in wherever you are!).\u00a0<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27:\u00a0Shrubs For All Seasons<\/strong>
Morris Arboretum\u2019s tour on evergreen and deciduous shrubs for the home gardener.\u00a0Free with general admission of $22 adults\/$20 seniors\/$12 children over 3 years old<\/a>. (11 a.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27:\u00a0Streets Dept Excursion: Fishtown Murals<\/strong>
Conrad Benner\u2019s Streets Dept started in Fishtown, where he was born and raised. It\u2019s a neighborhood now full of murals, including a number that were curated\/co-curated by Conrad himself. On this tour you\u2019ll explore the work of over a dozen Philly-based artists and see an array of murals that celebrate LGBTQ+ culture, honor the work of neighborhood nonprofits, call for the end of gun violence, and much more.\u00a0$19.36 tickets<\/a>. (11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27: 3rd annual Mt. Airy Arts Festival<\/strong>
Art-making stations with painting, printmaking, fiber arts, ceramic, sculpture, nature art, drumming, cyanotypes, and \u2014 for the young and young at heart \u2014 chalk painting, swirl painting, Gelli printing, mask-making, fan-making, community quilting and music and creative movement. Plus outdoor stage performances, an art market, food and ice cream trucks, games, and more.\u00a0At Allens Lane Park.<\/a>\u00a0(11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27:\u00a0Kimchi Fest<\/strong>
Learn how to make kimchi, watch Kpop dance performances and traditional dances, admire hanbok and hanji fashion shows, and enjoy a food festival across LOVE Park.\u00a0Free to attend.\u00a0<\/a>Registration required for cooking and doll making workshops<\/a>. (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27: Book Fair for Adults: Halloween Edition\u00a0<\/strong>
Evil Genius and Head and the Hand Books\u00a0team up for this book fair and book swap, punctuated with beer<\/a>! (12 to 5 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27: Giant Philly Flea Market\u00a0<\/strong>
Antiques, cultural crafts, gifts, clothes, jewelry and more\u00a0on Lancaster Avenue between 34th and 36th Streets<\/a>.\u00a0(12 to 5 p.m.)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27:\u00a0Omo Naija Festival<\/strong>
A vibrant celebration of Nigerian culture, unity and creativity in the heart of Philly. A full day of rich music, authentic food, cultural showcases, live music, bold fashion, art and good vibes.\u00a0$22.99 tickets; Free for kids under 12.<\/a>\u00a0At One Art Community Center near Cathedral Park. (12 to 9 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27: South Street Fall Fest\u00a0<\/strong>
From S. 8th to Front streets<\/a>, there will be Oktoberfest at Brauhaus Schmitz, a macabre masquerade at Atomic City Comics x DreamEerie, a skate park pop-up, food trucks, live music, kids maker market and dance party, and a Fantasy Renn Faire at Queen & Rook. (12 to 8 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27:\u00a0Pop Art art show\u00a0<\/strong>
Equilibrium Dance Company\u2019s fall show series showcases work that reflect Pop Art culture through bold colors, popular artists and popular music.\u00a0Fellow artists receive a $10 discount on their ticket by using code POPART25.\u00a0Parental advisory is suggested due to explicit content.\u00a0$31.60 tickets<\/a>. (3 to 4:30 p.m. OR 7 to 8:30 p.m.)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27:\u00a0Dock Street 40th Anniversary Block Party<\/strong>
Join Dock Street Brewery South\u2019s outdoor birthday party with music, pizza, beer, games. a free line-dancing lesson, a bouncy house, local vendors, exclusive merch, and a limited edition beer and label.\u00a0Free<\/a>. (3 to 7 p.m.)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Saturday, Sept. 27: Opera On Tap:\u00a0Epitaphs From A Forgotten Cemetery<\/strong>
Join performers at Mount Vernon Cemetery to usher in spooky season! Enjoy classical singing by Isabelle Zeled\u00f3n, Valentina Sierra, Samual Keeler, and Kyle Chastulik as the sun sets on a tour of this historical graveyard. Gates will open at 5:30pm, with the cemetery tour to begin around 6 p.m. and conclude back at the cemetery gate at around 7:30 p.m.\u00a0$17.85 for 1 person, $28.52 for 2 people.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday, Sept. 28: Autumn Art Fair\u00a0<\/strong>
Professional art at accessible prices,\u00a0from the Philadelphia Sketch Club and Plastic Club<\/a>. This inaugural art fair includes local vendors and complementary snacks. (1 to 4 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Sunday, Sept. 28:\u00a0Pints & Plots: Brew Masters<\/strong>
Philly earned its reputation as one of the best beer-drinking cities in the country. This walking tour will focus on the history of beer and the permanent residents of Laurel Hill West and East, who produced, distributed, and enjoyed it. Led by award-winning homebrewer and certified beer judge, Mike Lewandowski, the tour will conclude with a toast and sampling of local beers and snacks!
Tour begins at Laurel Hill West -> then drive to Laurel Hill East to continue the tour and tasting.\u00a0Tickets are $20 ages 13+, $10 for kids, and $18 for seniors<\/a>. (1 to 4 p.m.)<\/p>\n

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