Every Sunday this April, the streets near Rittenhouse Square once again will go car-free. This will be the Central City District’s third installment of its Open Streets program.
It follows a successful September run — which brought in thousands to shop, dine and socialize — and begs the question: Can we just make this a part of the annual calendar? Continue reading…
Tomorrow is March 14, also known as Pi Day (3.14, an annual celebration of the mathematical constant π). To celebrate math nerds and pastry junkies everywhere, Billy Penn has gathered a list of delicious pies both savory and sweet. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
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• In one day, more than 3,000 Pennsylvanians studying to become educators applied for a stipend of up to $15,000 to fund their required semester of in-classroom training. But unless Pa. lawmakers approve funding, many will not receive them – meaning they will work for free. [Capital-Star]
• How will the gutting of the Department of Education affect Philadelphia’s schools and students? [WHYY]
• Philadelphia’s rollout of its public bathroom program has been hit with delays. [Axios]
• About 20% of people in Pa. and Del. are 65 or older. As the population ages, staying active is being valued. [WHYY]
• North Philly residents reject proposal to build new Cecil B. Moore Library that includes housing, to avoid delays. [WHYY’s PlanPhilly]
• Greenfield School’s $880K playground makeover reimagines community space. [Fitler Focus]
• Wilma Theater is one of 200 organizations selected for a program to expand its digital offerings. The South Broad Street venue has streamed performances since 2021, reaching new audiences and extending the life of a show. [Philly Voice]
• For organizers of Philadelphia’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, preparing the celebration is a family tradition. Plus a list of holiday weekend events. [CBS3/BP]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Cherelle Parker gives her annual budget address this morning.
ON THE CALENDAR
👭🏽 Women’s History Month events in Philly
📢 Thursday, March 13: Watch Party! Mayor Parker’s FY26 Budget Address
The People’s Budget Office and Philly Documenters are hosting a virtual watch party to view Mayor Cherelle Parker’s annual budget address. (9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.)
🚲 Friday, March 14: Philly Full Moon Ride
Rolling the Clover is the theme for this month’s ride, which will be around 10 miles, follow a route in a clover-like shape and end at a clover-themed bar. Route details will be shared a day or two before the ride. BYO bike, helmet and lights recommended but not required, children not recommended, but welcome. Meet at 8 p.m.; Ride begins at 8:30 p.m.
☕️🍸 Saturday, March 15: 2nd annual Northern Liberties Espresso Martini Crawl 2025
Sip, stroll and shake it up at 14 NoLibs restaurants and bars serving their takes on the trendy drink – all for $12 or less. Specials and discounts will also be available at participating bakeries, shops and retail spots. (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
👟 Saturday, March 15: Women’s History Mural Tour
Join history educator Carolyn Singleton for a tour of the murals surrounding the Fairhill Burial Ground. Learn about the Female Anti-Slavery Society, the Seneca Falls Convention, and the neighbors leading the charge towards equality today. Rain date March 22. Free with registration. (1 to 2:30 p.m.)
Through Sunday, March 16: Greater Philly Yarn Crawl
Knitting, crocheting and weaving is back for its second year, bringing together 18 shops across the Greater Philly area selling supplies, activities, and community. Free; registration not needed, but encouraged.
🥧 Friday-Sunday, March 14-16: Pie-way to Hell
The three-day celebration of Pi(e) Day returns to Royal Tavern with pies for everyone, including vegans, drink specials, limited edition shirts, and a curated playlist of hard rock and metal-adjacent bangers!
🚋 Ongoing: A Deeply Rooted Trolley Tour by Harriett’s Bookshop
Kick off this series of three-hour, hop-on/hop-off Saturday tours that celebrate local food, culture, history, music and deeply rooted tradition with visits to new and seasoned spaces throughout Philadelphia. $50 tickets. (11 a.m. and various other times)
Catch up on the previous week
Eagles to White House; Philly Yarn Crawl; Weekly gun violence brief | Morning roundup
Plans for UArts buildings; Cereal cocktail bar review; Philly federal worker support group | Morning roundup
Roundhouse’s future; Fire risk is high; Spelling bee winner | Morning roundup
Market Street’s big future; Real ID deadline nears; Small publisher spotlight | Morning roundup
Philly’s FIFA 2026 poster; 2 Irish plays; Shapiro aims to recruit fired workers | Morning roundup
Colli remembered; Vending machine art; Weekly gun violence brief | Morning roundup
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