Call the Fire Brigade! Fire Prevention Week

    Philadelphia is the birthplace of many pivotal American organizations, including the first volunteer fire company! Located in Olde City, the Fireman’s Hall Museum is one of the nation’s premiere fire museums focused on the preservation of Philadelphia fire history and promoting Fire Safety. Take a look inside and learn the do’s and don’ts of fire safety ahead of Philadelphia’s Fire Prevention Week.

    You might remember the Oxtail Soup Shirley made with her mother on the show. Now, she’s coming to YOUR kitchen. This time on Family Favorites, learn how to make Mom Carbone’s Stuffed Calamari with Cindy Santos.

    University City’s new mural, the Silent Watcher by artist Faith XLVII, stands 19 stories tall at 39th & Market. Mural Arts Executive Director, Jane Golden, joins us on set to discuss the new 19,000 square foot piece of art. The Site/Sound Festival is Mural Arts Philadelphia’s newest installation that includes audio-visual art. The three core installations take place in various locations.

    The Women’s Business Center in Wilmington, DE is sponsoring The Pink Experience, a women-led, power-packed, one-day business symposium where female entrepreneurs can learn from local industry experts.

    Lynette Medley of No More Secrets MBS is helping to end period poverty in and around Philadelphia. Her organization sponsors donation drives and delivers products to girls and women in need.

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