PlanPhilly Archive
‘Jawn’ is more than a noun. It connects us to who we are, beyond our city and region
The word ‘jawn’ can be used to replace any noun in a sentence, but the term is more than an interchangeable Philly word. It has a deeper meaning, writes Kae Lani Palmisano.
3 years ago
Philly tourism trailblazer gets Gayborhood street named after him
Jeff Guaracino is known as one of the forces behind the Philly tourism campaign “Get Your History Straight and Your Nightlife Gay.”
3 years ago
This new haunted house in Philly is terrifying. It’s also an adaptation to flooding
One good thing to come out of Ida flooding: this horrifying haunted house in Manayunk.
3 years ago
Listen 3:58No lectures, just fun: Science on Tap Philly serves up lessons for curious adults
Science on Tap has been teaching Philadelphians about science without the stuffiness for over a decade. At these monthly events, “science is for everyone.”
3 years ago
Listen 1:58Philly’s city flag is over 120 years old. It’s time for something new
Philadelphia’s current flag was designed back in 1895. It’s time for a new municipal flag design that represents our city’s culture, history, and future.
3 years ago
Ever wondered if the soil in your Philly yard has lead in it? Now’s your chance to find out
Got questions about keeping your kids safe from lead? This event in West Philly Saturday will have all the answers — and free smoothies!
3 years ago
Attorneys square off to start retrial for Philly Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson
In April, a federal judge declared a mistrial after the jury couldn’t reach a verdict. Now Johnson and his wife are back in federal court for round two.
3 years ago
Remnants of Ian to bring rain, wind to Philly region
The greatest impacts will be along the Delaware and New Jersey coasts, but a local meteorologist sees the event as “low concern.”
3 years ago
‘MeadowFest’ celebrates the FDR park meadows with art, activism, and citizen science
Beekeeping, painting, tree mapping — a weeklong festival celebrates what’s left of “the meadows.”
3 years ago
Retrial for Philadelphia Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson set to begin this week
A federal judge declared a mistrial in April after a jury was unable to reach a verdict.
3 years ago
Listen 5:52Penn students accuse school of ‘intimidation’ at housing, climate protest encampment
Students have camped out for over a week, demanding the school divest from fossil fuels and help save the UC Townhomes. They say they’re facing backlash.
3 years ago
Delaware River Fest returns Saturday with free pedal boat and ferry rides
“We want to connect people with the river,” one organizer said.
3 years ago
It’s time for Philadelphia to invest in solutions that will make our city’s public spaces safer, more equitable, and enjoyable for all, writes Ariel Ben-Amos.
3 years ago
5 tips from your neighbors on how to deal with flooding
Flooding can be a life-altering event. While these tips won’t eliminate your flood risk, they could help you reduce your losses.
3 years ago
Listen 6:01Penn students camp out to demand university take further action against climate change
Nearly a dozen students slept on a campus green Wednesday night, according to an organizer. Among their demands for UPenn: divest from fossil fuels
3 years ago
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