Community Events
Philly employment programs kick off this spring to help end cycle of violence
Philly job readiness, education, and legal help programs aim to give opportunities to people with criminal records, in hopes of ending the cycle of gun violence.
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Valentine’s Day events, Super Bowl Sunday, and Boyz II Men in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
Carl Thomas and Case in Del., V-Day, and Super Bowl Sunday in Philly, plus "The Color Purple" in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 6:07Betsy Ross raises the Eagles flag ahead of Super Bowl LVII
The Betsy Ross House Courtyard in Old City was filled with Philadelphia Eagles fans eager to cheer on the Birds.
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Wilmington Library hosts ‘Voices of Power’ series to honor Black History Month
Guest speakers coming to Wilmington include NBA star Mauhmoud Abdul-Rauf, actor Phylicia Rashad, and rapper Slick Rick.
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Listen 1:23Eagles host Super Bowl LVII Send Off Party at Lincoln Financial Field
The Eagles are off to face the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
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How Groundhog Day came to the U.S. — and why we still celebrate it 137 years later
Punxsutawney Phil predicts more winter ahead. Groundhogs may not have a great track record when it comes to weather forecasts, but experts say the tradition sheds light on our
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Philly’s Free Library is making space for people to create
A new weekly program invites library-goers to crochet, knit, embroider, and sew, no matter their skill level.
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Listen 1:50‘This is a brotherhood’: Philadelphians voice support for ‘bike life’ at community forum
WHYY News and the Free Library of Philadelphia hosted a community forum Wednesday to discuss the multifaceted topic of motorbikes and ATVs in the city.
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Jan. 26 - Jan. 29: Philly Auto Show, Spokey Speaky in Del., and Fire & Ice Festival in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 6:10Billy Penn and WHYY are partnering with the CeaseFirePA Education Fund to host the “100th Mayor: Restoring Safety Forum” in early March.
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Chinatown’s streets were packed with families celebrating the occasion, with fireworks and dancing lions to complete the scene.
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Listen 1:16China rings in Year of Rabbit with most COVID rules lifted
With the easing of most restrictions that had confined millions to their homes, people could finally make their first trip back to their hometowns to reunite with families.
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Jan. 19 - Jan. 22: Lunar New Year in Philly, tribute bands galore, and the Delaware Symphony Orchestra are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 5:39What should be the focus for Philly’s next mayor? Voters weigh in
During a community listening session Tuesday night, residents said reparations, youth opportunities should be among top concerns for the next mayor.
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Listen 1:29WHYY and NewCORE present this year’s Conversations of King, a free, virtual event, streaming live on the WHYY News Facebook page Monday at 1 p.m.
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