Community Events
Valentine’s Day may be nippy this year, but venues around the city are offering warm vibes.
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Listen 4:45Philly public ice rinks will open with COVID-19 safety precautions
Rinks will host public skate hours on evenings and weekends to offer residents safe, affordable family fun.
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There are plenty of virtual offerings available to kick-off the start of Black History Month, which takes on special resonance this year.
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Listen 7:01Broad Street Run postponed again due to COVID concerns
For the second year in a row, the country’s largest 10-mile road race has been tentatively rescheduled for the fall.
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‘Their stories matter’: The nation’s oldest Black children’s book fair goes virtual for 2021
On Feb. 6, the usually Philly-based African American Children's Book Fair, will be online, interactive, and feature more than 30 authors and illustrators.
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Things to do in and around Philadelphia include a winter festival in Chestnut Hill, a virtual tour from The Hives, and a sweet celebration.
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Listen 4:54Parks on Tap opening physically distanced indoor dining at Fairmount Horticulture Center
In non-pandemic times, Parks on Tap, run by Philly Parks & Rec and restaurant group FCM Hospitality, brings its boozy setup to public parks in neighborhoods across the city.
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This week’s Things to Do includes cultural and educational events outdoors and online.
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Listen 4:57Both MLK and Ben Franklin are celebrating birthdays this week as Philly continues to ease restrictions on restaurants with indoor dining coming back at reduced capacity.
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Listen 3:55How to get involved in Philly’s MLK Day of Service — from reading coaching to citywide cleanups
Here’s a look at some of the volunteer opportunities going on in the Philly region.
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Prehistoric monsters on display, virtual culture, and jazz for a cause in this week’s ‘Things to Do’
This week brings good news: as per updated COVID-19 protocols, Philadelphia museums are cleared to reopen.
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Listen 5:00St. Patrick’s Day Parade canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic
The 250th St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Philadelphia was canceled due to pandemic fears.
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‘Real hero’: Dr. Ala Stanford wins award named for late U.S. Sen. Harris Wofford
Stanford and her team have provided COVID-19 testing and education to over 21,000 people in the city since the pandemic’s outbreak in April.
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From virtual partying with celebs to walking tours through Historic Philadelphia, there’s plenty of ways to say farewell to 2020 and ring in a better year.
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Listen 3:10Celebrating the season, whatever your holiday tradition, is still possible thanks to outdoor events and activities hosted online.
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