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The rise of the spicy book club

Spicy romance novel sales have jumped in the last few years. What's behind the all the buzz? Author Betty Corrello and Philly's Cupid's Bookshop owner Tina Long join us.

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Mother’s Day fun, VinylCon! and Lakecia Benjamin, in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

May 8 - May 11: Almost Unknown in Del., Wall Ball in Philly, and MMRBQ in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

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The empty visitor center in LOVE Park now lights up with Philly immigrants, old and new

The empty visitor center shaped like a flying saucer comes to life with nightly film projections about Philly immigrants.

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Former Philadelphia Eagles football player Jason Kelce hits on the 16th hole during a pro-am before the Truist Championship golf tournament at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Flourtown, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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Go Birds and birdies: Retired Eagles great Jason Kelce takes his swings, advice at PGA Tour pro-am

Kelce showed off his game at a pro-am ahead of the Truist Championship, posting a video of his swing online and asking both pros and amateurs for advice on how to get better.

1 year ago

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Philly theaters reel from sudden loss of NEA funding

Arts organizations in Philadelphia and elsewhere scramble to cope with an abrupt cancellation of promised federal funds from the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Mural Arts’ after-school programming prepares students, heals communities

Founded in 1984, Mural Arts Philadelphia has created more than 4,000 murals. The nonprofit organization also helps kids hone their artistic and social skills after school.

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A Star Wars fan poses for a photo during a fan convention called the Star Wars Celebration (AP Photo/Hiro Komae, File)

May the 4th Be With You: How Star Wars Day became a worldwide celebration

What began as a clever pun, Star Wars Day has transformed into a full-blown cultural holiday, with global tributes to Jedi, droids, and the enduring force of fandom.

1 year ago

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‘Cato (Remixed)’ examines the Founding Fathers’ infatuation with ancient Rome

The original “Cato” was a favorite play of George Washington. Philadelphia Artists’ Collective reimagines it with a critical lens.

1 year ago

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A diorama depicting the death of Crispus Attucks at exhibit
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Mythical ‘Afric-American Picture Gallery’ turns into reality in new exhibit at Delaware’s Winterthur Museum

An 1859 fantasy of Black material culture is manifested as a “funhouse” of art and cultural criticism at Winterthur.

1 year ago

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‘May the 4th’ amuse you: A guide to celebrating ‘Star Wars’ this weekend

It’s the unofficial holiday for fans of the epic sci-fi series. If you’re one, find others at these Philadelphia events.

1 year ago

Devo performing live
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Sing Us Home, street festivals galore and Devo in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

May 1 - May 4: ‘Bug’ in Del., BalletX in Philly and ‘How the Light Gets In’ in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

1 year ago

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Schoolly D, Janis Ian among new inductees in Philly’s Walk of Fame

The annual Walk of Fame ceremony returned after a pause in 2024.

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Tiphanie White shows off Philly earrings at the pep rally about volunteering in Philly for the semiquincentennial
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Philly looking for ‘Phambassadors’ to boost city pride in the run-up to 2026

The city’s “Phambassador” program asks people to pledge to “love their city” as it prepares for waves of visitors in 2026.

1 year ago

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Speedy Ortiz
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Sing Us Home Festival looks to create ‘a lot of memories with a lot of people’ May 2-4 in Manayunk

Festival headliners including Frank Turner, The Bouncing Souls, and event organizer Dave Hause will play alongside AJJ and Tim McIlrath.

1 year ago

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Orysia Hewka
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Glencairn Museum spotlights a sacred Ukrainian tradition

Glencairn Museum is celebrating the rushnyk, a sacred Ukrainian tradition cherished by many Ukrainian Americans in the Greater Philadelphia region.

1 year ago

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