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

Sister facades in South Philly
(Photo by\u00a0@city_of_architectural_love<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Disability advocates came out in force to City Council this week to hold the city accountable to making sure that everyone can participate in the events celebrating\u00a0the nation\u2019s 250th birthday. They said the city has failed to come through at many events, including the annual Christmas Village. Organizers disagreed.\u00a0Continue reading \u2026<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"From left, disability rights advocates Delores Brown-Waters, Yvonne Hughes and Vicki Landers testified before a City Council committee on Oct. 7, 2025. (Philadelphia City Council)<\/p>\n

A new show,\u00a0Clay as Care: Ceramic Art and Wellbeing,\u201d explores the restorative and therapeutic benefits of working with art and ceramics. It\u2019s an immersive exhibition that highlights four artists who have embraced creation as part of their healing journeys.\u00a0Continue reading \u2026<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Jennifer Ling Datchuk uses ceramics to explore fertility care. (Courtesy of the Clay Studio)<\/p>\n

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

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\u2022 Trump\u2019s nominee for Philly\u2019s top federal prosecutor,\u00a0David Metcalf, was confirmed by the U.S. Senate<\/a>. [Inq$]\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 PHL is among the airports\u00a0affected by air traffic control shortages exacerbated by the government shutdown<\/a>. [NYT$]\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022 Pennsylvania\u2019s doctors,\u00a0warning of risk to health care affordability, patient privacy and abortion rights<\/a>, joined the fight over state Supreme Court retention votes. [WHYY]\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0In an effort to curb illegal dumping, the city is\u00a0partnering with a North Philly youth organization and a recycling center<\/a>\u00a0to tackle the trash through a voucher program. [WHYY]\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Temple University resident assistants and peer mentors\u00a0voted to unionize<\/a>. [Temple News]<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Dungeons & Dragons comes to Miller Theatre<\/a>\u00a0this weekend. [Billy Penn]<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Kwik Trip dethroned Wawa in a customer ranking of U.S. convenience stores.\u00a0Wawa tied for 2nd with Pa. rival Sheetz<\/a>. [PhillyVoice]<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0WHYY hosted a special screening and panel discussion of the film \u201cBecoming Thurgood: America\u2019s Social Architect,\u201d\u00a0recognizing the life and legacy of Justice Thurgood Marshall<\/a>. [WHYY]\u00a0<\/p>\n

MAYOR WATCH<\/p>\n

Mayor Parker will attend the Parade of Ships, a maritime procession featuring Navy vessels and other ships sailing along the Delaware River as they arrive in Philadelphia for the 250th celebration, at the Navy Yard. (10 a.m.)<\/p>\n

The mayor will attend to honor the culture, contributions and achievements of the Hispanic and Latino communities, at City Hall. (4 p.m.)<\/p>\n

ON THE CALENDAR<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf42\u00a0Autumn festival lineup<\/a>
\ud83c\udf83\u00a0Halloween events across Philly, now through October
<\/a>\ud83d\udc7b\u00a0Dia de los Muertos events<\/a>
\ud83c\udfc3\ud83c\udffd\u00a0Philly Runners Guide<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 9:\u00a0Preview screening of Ken Burns\u2019s upcoming documentary series, The American Revolution<\/strong>
As part of the nation\u2019s semiquincentennial commemoration, this event highlights Greater Philadelphia region\u2019s \u00a0pivotal role in the founding of the U.S..\u00a0Screening\u00a0followed by an exclusive interview by Terry Gross<\/a>, co-host of WHYY\u2019s \u201cFresh Air with Terry Gross and Tonya Mosley.\u201d\u00a0Ticket required<\/a>. (5:30 p.m. doors open; 7 p.m. start)<\/p>\n

Thursday, Oct. 9:\u00a0The Love Machine [reprise] by jasmine lynea<\/strong>
A Nextfab x Leeway AiR culminating event<\/a>, feat. a sci fi fantasty short film about\u00a0a teenage scientist and influencer building a time machine in his basement to help break intergenerational trauma. (6 to 8 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 10:\u00a0WELL YES Marketplace<\/strong>
A marketplace of health and wellness resources for attendees of all ages. Live music, joy in a stigma-free environment, and 20 culturally-competent resource providers.\u00a0On-site STI testing, PrEP and PEP education, appointment scheduling, peer-led connections and wellness kits at no charge.\u00a0At\u00a0PHMC Health Center on Cedar, at 501 S. 54th Street<\/a>. (2 to 5 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 10: Philly History Book Club\u00a0<\/strong>
Historic St. George\u2019s Museum & Archives and Christ Church Preservation Trust are teaming up to explore diverse \u2014 and often overlooked \u2014 stories from Philadelphia\u2019s rich history.\u00a0This month features \u201cTrue Crime Philadelphia\u201d by Kathyrn Canavan<\/a>. (5 to 6 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 10:\u00a0Friday Night: Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month Edition<\/strong>
Celebrate music, art and community at the PMA with a salsa party, pop-up studio, guided tours, artist talks, and more!\u00a0Pay-what-you-want admission<\/a>. (5 to 8:30 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Friday, Oct. 10:\u00a0Science After Hours: Fright @ Night<\/strong>
Celebrate the art of transformation at the Franklin Institute. Costumes are encouraged for this Halloween-inspired Science After Hours.\u00a0$40 | $35 for Members<\/a>. (7:30 to 11:30 p.m.)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 11:\u00a0Scrapple & Apple Festival 2025<\/strong>
Dozens of vendors with savory and sweet treats featuring local apples and scrapple<\/a>, apple tastings, plus live entertainment, kid games like apple bobbing, and the public vote in Friday\u2019s Scrapple Sculpting Contest. At Reading Terminal Market. (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 11:\u00a0The Wondrous World of Opera: Finding Your Voice<\/strong>
A new version of the East Passyunk Opera Project\u2019s\u00a0celebrated show, made especially for young audiences<\/a>\u00a0(Preschool -3rd grade) & their families.\u00a0$17.85 tickets<\/a>; At Theatre Exile. (10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 11: Harrowgate Fall Festival<\/strong>
Come to Harrowgate Park on 3455 Kensington Ave.\u00a0for family-friendly activities<\/a>\u00a0like pumpkin decorating, food trucks, trick-or-treating, a haunted egg hunt, and more. (12 to 3 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 11:\u00a0Liberty City Arts Presents \u201cHansel & Gretel: A Philly Opera Jawn\u201d<\/strong>
Enjoy the Engelbert Humperdinck classic reimagined with a true Philly twist. Think our beloved Philly rowhomes, Tastykakes, soft pretzels, Eagles chants, and plenty of surprises. This interactive opera invites kids of all ages! Set-making, choreography, costumes, and LCA kazoos.\u00a0$10 suggested donation<\/a>. (1 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 11:\u00a0PHILAVISION 4<\/strong>
Live music, a collage workshop, zine\/art vendors, collaborative drawings, DJs, interactive projections, pumpkin decorating, and of course the film festival.\u00a0Art show begins at 5 p.m. Films begin at 7 p.m. BYO lawn chair.<\/a>\u00a0Free.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 11:\u00a0Chuwi @ Taller Puertorrique\u00f1o<\/strong>
A live musical experience with Chuwi, a genre-blending Puerto Rican band, redefining the sound of the island with a bold mix of plena, indie, and Caribbean rhythms.\u00a0Free with RSVP<\/a>. (7 to 11 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Oct. 11:\u00a0QUEER: A National Coming Out Day Comedy Show and OurFest Pregame<\/strong>
Join Lady Laughs Philly, the city\u2019s only monthly comedy show featuring all women and queer comics, at the iconic\u00a0Franky Bradleys in the gayborhood. Ages 21+.\u00a0$17.75 tickets<\/a>. (7:30 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 11-12: The Murder of Oz murder mystery\u00a0<\/strong>
Part of Hocus Pocus Speakeasy by Red Rum Theatre, this is a interactive\u00a0murder mystery where Oz isn\u2019t quite as magical as you remember.\u00a0$40 tickets<\/a>. (4 p.m. Saturday or 3 p.m. Sunday)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sunday, Oct. 12:\u00a0\u00a0Fall for the Arts Festival\u00a0<\/strong>
Chestnut Hill\u2019s popular\u00a0festival\u00a0transforms the 8000 to 8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue<\/a>\u00a0into a vibrant, outdoor arts and crafts marketplace with 300+ vendors, food, live music, and more. (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)<\/p>\n

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