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Harry November 1, 2024

It’s fair to say Pennsylvanians are experiencing some tensions about the voting process, due to misinformation, new protocols, and a growing list of legal challenges to the voting process. City officials held a press conference Thursday morning to calm nerves and highlight solutions to mail-in voting problems. Continue reading…

Philly City Commissioner Omar Sabir demonstrates how to properly package mail-in ballots for the 2024 election. (Celia Bernhardt/Billy Penn)

Election 2024 Reminders

Find out what you need to know in this final week before Election Day here in our Procrastinator Guide.

Philly has a list of defective or undeliverable mail ballots. There are more than 3,000 names as of Thursday. Find out if you’re affected and how you can fix your ballot.

Puns and dad jokes have been around for as long as dads themselves. But Aaron Schwartzbomb is doing something new, developing a competitive, rap-battle style side throughout the city. He has a new show in November. Continue reading…

Aaron Schwartzbaum asks a young pun enthusiast what a pirate’s favorite letter is during Center City’s Open Streets in Rittenhouse Square.(Nick Kariuki/Billy Penn)

SUMMARY: What else happened?

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• Why Philly area? Environmental justice activists fear Trump win. (FROM WHERE)

• Philly’s largest city workers union vote for strike permit during the rush hour rally. (PhillyVoice)

• City Council begins the process of approving the Sixers’ controversial arena proposal, 5 to 10 vote to approve a pair of procedural decisions. for $1.55 billion in development. (WHY PlanPhilliy)

• Locals celebrate Diwali Pennsylvania became the first country to declare a public holiday. (6ABC)

• 60,000 Wawa branded cups recalled because the metal rods may cut customers. (AP)

• The name “Philly Pops” Credited to No Name Pops by the family of the late Peter Nero. (FROM WHERE)

• First single from the Eagles’ latest Christmas album Featuring the Kelce brothers. (Researcher $)

• “This Fresh Beer” is themed around a special WHY 70 Shillings Scottish Beer From Attic Brewing, Celebrate WHYY’s 70th anniversary. (Attic Brewing/WHY)

MAYOR MONITORING

The mayor, along with Chief Public Safety Director Adam Geer and the Office of Safe Neighborhoods (OSN), 1410 N. 16th St. will announce the launch of the Group Violence Intervention Against Children (GVIJ) program at the Beckett Living Center at .

ON THE CALENDAR

Friday, November 1: 8th Annual Souls Are Shot Portrait Exhibition
Remember those who have lost their lives to gun violence with a reception and program at Widener Hall at Chestnut Hill Presbyterian Church. The exhibition will be on display until November 24.

Until Saturday, November 2: 2nd Annual Creature Indonesian Mystical Horror Experience
1612 S. Broad St. Gapura at is celebrating Halloween by featuring different legendary creatures from Indonesian folklore across the multiverse! You may want to take a friend along to see this unique experience from Kuntilanak, Sundel Bolong, Genderuwo and Pocong. The $5 ticket includes snacks and drinks. (between 6:30 – 21:30)

Saturday, November 2: 15th Annual Family Issues Conference
This year’s theme for the meeting hosted by Philadelphia Family Pride (PFP) is “We Are Family.” It will take place at the Parkway Central Library.. (from 9am to 4pm)

Saturday, November 2: Day of the Dead Celebration: Making Music with Miss Cat
The Anna C. Verna Playground at FDR Park will be filled with songs, dances and instruments in this bilingual music program. will be Two 45-minute programs open to the public. (12:00 – 14:00)

Saturday, November 2: Tails from the Grave: Animal Lovers Tour and Dog Walk
Pet-friendly Laurel Hill East encourages the public to bring their pets on this walking tour, which features stories about one of the first cases to rule against animal cruelty, pets memorialized in stone, and the woman who donated part of her will to it. dear dogs. Tickets $8.50 to $17. (12:00 – 14:00)

Saturday, November 2: House of Hygge
Relax and unwind with the Danish concept of hygge. Jasper House in Kensington hosts dining, relaxing music, shopping and events designed to promote relaxation and well-being. (from 2 to 5 pm)

Saturday, November 2: Dia de los Muertos at the Fleisher Art Monument
Enjoy a kids’ fair in the Fleisher’s parking lot and a parade at the Sanctuary with the Champion Lowriders. Moreover: an artisan market, live bands and dancing, and two food trucks serving Mexican and Peruvian cuisine. The party will continue with horror movie screenings on Saturday, November 9 at 18.00. (from 2 to 9 pm)

Sunday, November 3: Family Festival: Dazzling Diwali
Celebrate the Festival of Lights and check out some art from South Asia at PMA. Entrance included. (10:00 – 15:00)

Sunday, November 3: Philly Flannel Festival
This second annual event, held at the Braid Mill in Germantown, aims to break the Guinness World Record as the largest flannel-wearing gathering! You get: food, local wine, live music and a craft market. Free with registration. (12 – 17:00)