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“El conocimiento es poder”: se esperan 600 asistentes a la Cumbre Latina de Delaware para impulsar la voz cívica, la unidad y el impacto económico.

Se espera que cerca de 600 asistentes se reúnan en Wilmington para una cumbre centrada en el compromiso cívico, el poder económico, la educación y la inmigración.

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Lenny Kravitz, PGA Championship, ‘Chicago’ and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

May 14–17: Tribute bands, the Philly Jewish Music Festival and a live retelling of “The Princess Bride” are among weekend highlights.

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Philly weekly events calendar: May 11 to May 17

Film screenings, story slams, dance tours, budget talks, No Arena Open Mic Night, flea markets and more this week as spring in Philly continues.

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 Images like these, depicting the Battle of Vertières, a major battle of the Second War of Haitian Independence, fueled fears of slave rebellion in the United States. (Wikimedia Commons)
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WHYY, Penn’s 250th anniversary series: How the French and Haitian Revolutions intersect with American Independence

The latest event in the series recounted Haiti’s fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly’s role as capital of the catering industry.

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Tennis in the Streets
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Tennis in the Streets brings 500 Wilmington students together through sport and community

Kids from all over the city learned more than tennis in Rodney Square at USTA’s Tennis in the Streets.

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Michael Kellerman, president of the Foundation for Delaware County
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Delco Gives raises more than $2.5M for local nonprofits in its third year

More than 300 nonprofits across Delaware County participated in this year’s 24-hour fundraising blitz.

2 weeks ago

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Performances from Alice Cooper and Everclear, Love Your Park, ‘Kinky Boots’ on stage and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

May 7–10: Sixers' playoff run continues, celebrate Greek culture at the Opa! fest or brush up on your history during a live podcast taping at the Kimmel.

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Philly officially launches tourism season, ‘welcoming the nation’ as America250 events ramp up

The third annual Philly Opener kicks off what tourism leaders say will be a "once-in-a-generation year of history."

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Kensington’s Nanny Goat Fest celebrates Philly’s Irish heritage and neighborhood’s resilience

The street festival with live music, vendors and food trucks begins after the commemoration of a new historical marker for the Kensington Riots of 1844.

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Your guide to Philly’s comedy scene

Philly is funny – literally. Whether you’re looking for an improv show, comedy classes or the bigger headliners, here’s your guide to Philly’s comedy scene.

2 weeks ago

the Chase Center on the Riverfront
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‘Knowledge is power:’ 600 expected at Delaware Latino Summit to drive civic voice, unity and economic impact

About 600 attendees are expected to gather in Wilmington for a summit that focuses on civic engagement, economic power, education and immigration.

2 weeks ago

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Philly Tech Week is back with America250 themed events. Here’s what to know

Taking place May 4-8 this year, more than 90 tech-focused events are planned, celebrating America’s semiquincentennial.

2 weeks ago

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Broad Street Run, Sing Us Home Festival and ‘Romeo & Juliet’ ballet in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

April 30 to May 3: An emo tribute in Delaware, a Meat Loaf musical in Philly and a Kentucky Derby wine fest in South Jersey lead this weekend’s events.

3 weeks ago

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Your guide to the 2026 Broad Street Run

Philly is home to the nation’s largest 10-mile race, and its is bound to be a party this year. Here’s how (and where) you can watch this Sunday’s race.

3 weeks ago

Runners participate in the 2023 Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run, a 10-miler through the heart of Philadelphia
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Philly weekly events calendar: April 27 to May 3

May Day activities, budget town halls, night markets, outdoor festivals, wedding strolls and more are on tap this week in Philly.

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