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Health

Camden train transforms to ‘Polar Express’ for kids battling illnesses

NJ Transit and the Ronald McDonald House teamed up to give the holiday makeover to one of its River Line trains, delighting about 25 children currently staying at the house.

3 years ago

Tree World outside of the Philly Pretzel Factory at Broad and Passyunk.
Community
Billy Penn

Tree World, Passyunk’s 24-hour Christmas tree stand, remains a community fixture

Like Santa Claus’s workshop, Freddy Florio’s Tree World in Passyunk comes with its own lore.

3 years ago

Decorated trees
Community

Festival of Trees gives Philly residents and visitors a chance to celebrate the true spirit of the holidays

The Festival of Trees, benefiting the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, is underway at the Love Park Welcome Center.

3 years ago

Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter lights the menorah
Community

South Philadelphia Shtiebel lights menorah in ‘aggressive move towards hopefulness’ as Israel-Hamas war continues

“At a heartbreaking time for the Jewish people, the lights of the menorah are more important than ever,” Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter said.

3 years ago

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A large menorah is seen in the foreground. In the background is Independence Mall
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Patti LaBelle, Philadelphia Rare Book Fair, dual Nutcrackers, and Hanukkah celebrations in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Dec. 7 - 10: Rare Book Fair in Philly, “Who’s Holiday” in N.J., and Winterthur seasonal events in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

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Confetti flies through the air. In the background is Philadelphia's holiday tree and City Hall
Community

Philadelphia lights up the holiday tree at City Hall

The tree was lit during 6abc’s Thursday evening broadcast, featuring American Idol winner and platinum-selling singer Jordin Sparks.

3 years ago

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Lit up Christmas tree at city hall
Community

Here’s everything you need to know for the 2023 Philly Holiday Parade

The third annual Philly Holiday Parade is kicking off in Center City this weekend.

3 years ago

A crowd gathered for the tree lighting
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Holiday Experience, Diana Ross, The Big 5 Classic, and ‘Fat Ham’ in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 30 - Dec. 3: The Philly Holiday Experience, Diana Ross in N.J., and the Annual Holiday Craft Show in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

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Shoppers enjoy the holiday market in Philadelphia.
Community

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market features holiday fun, unique gifts made by local vendors

The seasonal market gives Philadelphians the chance to shop local and enjoy a holiday atmosphere.

3 years ago

Lauryn Hill performs onstage
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Small Business Saturday, Museum Store Sunday, and Ms. Lauryn Hill & The Fugees in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 23 - 26: Seasonal attractions open in Philly, Holiday Tree Lighting and Parade in N.J., and Black Friday comedy show in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

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Members of the Philadelphia 76ers served meals to military service members and veterans onboard the Battleship New Jersey on Monday. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
Community

Philadelphia 76ers host Thanksgiving meal for military service members and veterans

Sixers head coach Nick Nurse said it was great to serve and say ‘thank you’ to service members and veterans Monday night.

3 years ago

United Air Lines planes line up along the busy Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey, on the eve of Thanksgiving on November 23, 2022. Daniel Slim/AFP via Getty Images
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Community

A strained U.S. aviation system braces for a record-setting week of holiday travel

Federal regulators say they're working to keep the system safe after a troubling report from outside experts.

3 years ago

President Joe Biden speaks after pardoning the national Thanksgiving turkey, Liberty, during a pardoning ceremony at the White House in Washington, Monday, Nov. 20, 2023.
Politics & Policy

Biden pardons National Thanksgiving Turkeys while marking his 81st birthday with jokes about his age

Gobblers Liberty and Bell received executive clemency Monday at a White House ceremony. The ceremony marks the unofficial start of the holiday season in Washington.

3 years ago

The 30th AACR Philadelphia Marathon saw thousands of people pack the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Sunday to pursue the 26.2 mile journey in front of them.
Community

Photo essay: Thousands trot through the City of Brotherly Love for the 30th AACR Philadelphia Marathon

“I just want to finish and conquer something I haven't done before,” said one participant who ran Sunday’s full marathon in honor of her late mother.

3 years ago

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Shoppers at the Christmas Village
Community
Billy Penn

Your guide to the many, many holiday markets in Philly this year

Whether you’re an early-bird buyer or present procrastinator, there’s lots of opportunity to pick up local gifts.

3 years ago

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