Community Events

May 2–5: Sing Us Home Festival in Philly, ''The Bodyguard: The Musical'' in N.J. and Croce Plays Croce in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

The world-renowned cellist came to WHYY to be interviewed by Terry Gross. Of course, he brought his cello, Petunia.

Activities planned for July 2 include a new parade and other festivities in Old City in keeping with John Adams’ 1776 wishes.

On Saturday at Philadelphia Brewing Co., more than 200 people paid tribute to David April, who founded the group more than 15 years ago.

April 25–28: The Philadelphia Show, “Kill Move Paradise” in N.J. and the Delaware Symphony’s performance of Mahler are among this weekend’s highlights.

About a dozen residents participated in Thursday’s discussion inside the Walnut Street West Library in University City.

Many members of the No Name Pops played under Nero when they were with the now-ailing Philly Pops.

Almost 200 people packed the auditorium at WHYY on Wednesday for the official launch of Pew’s latest State of the City report.

64-year-old Ray Pinney, of Boonton, is raising money for the Dylan’s Wings of Change charity, which helps student leaders.

“The rebrand is an attempt to distinguish CCP among the institutions of higher education in Philadelphia,” said CCP President Donald Guy Generals.

The religious and community event celebrates spring and the triumph of good over evil — with plenty of color.

Sikh artifacts and paintings will be on display, along with martial arts demonstrations, music, food, and community conversations.

An event addressing maternal health disparities will be held in one of the poorest cities in New Jersey.

A growing Muslim community in Norristown welcomed the end of Ramadan and celebration of Eid al-Fitr with a picnic.

From April 12–14, the theater is holding its annual 35mm Film Festival to showcase nine classic features, such as “The Wizard of Oz,” “Evil Dead II” and “Rififi.”