Your guide to dog-friendly Philly events 🐾

🛳️ Philadelphia University Grad Among Missing Submarine Passengers

Shahzada Dawood, a graduate of Philadelphia University, and his son Sulaiman are among the five people aboard the submarine that vanished just 45 minutes into its journey to explore the Titanic remains. In 2000, Shahzada earned a Master of Science in global textile marketing. [6ABC]

🚫 Protests Over LGBTQ+ Books to Hit Philly This Week

Moms for Liberty, a far-right group well-known for its anti-LGBTQ+ agenda, is holding their annual convention at the Marriott in Center City June 29-July 2. Several LGBTQ+ advocacy groups have planned a series of counterprotests. MFL, which seeks to ban LGBTQ+ books, has planned events at several Free Library branches. Indivisible Philadelphia is holding a “Freedom to Read” rally on June 30 in front of Central Parkway Library. [Philly Gay News]

🎓 Alumnae Support Principal Who Denied Student’s Diploma

The Philadelphia High School for Girls alumnae association stands behind school principal Lisa Mesi’s decision to deny a student her diploma at a graduation ceremony earlier this month. During the ceremony, Abdul Rahman performed a popular online dance as she walked across the stage, evoking some light laughter. School officials had warned students that any audience noise could result in their diplomas being withheld. [Inquirer 🔒]

🍻 Your Philly Summer Beer Bucket List

It’s officially summer, and it’s time to kick back with some good drinks. We found all the best breweries and craft beers available across the state, so get ready to explore the best of Philly’s beer scene. Maybe you’ll even want to take a beer-inspired road trip to Pittsburgh! [City Cast Philly 🎧]

💃🏽 Drag Show | Friday | 7 p.m.

Celebrate Pride at Casa Mexico with delicious food, yummy cocktails, and some of the city’s best drag performers. [$20, South Philly]

🌳 Family Nature Walk | Friday | 8:30 p.m.

Explore nature with the family with a guided hike at the Wissahickon Environmental Center. [free, Andorra]

🌌 'Star Wars' in Concert | Saturday | 8 p.m.

Enjoy an outdoor screening of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” at the Mann Center. [$25-$95, Fairmount Park]

🤣 Stand-Up Comedy | Monday | 7:30 p.m.

Head to Punchline Philly for a night of laughs with comedian Jamie Shriner. [free, Fishtown]

Free Philly Stuff To Do This Summer

In Philly, there’s no shortage of unique experiences and free events happening. City Cast Philly’s host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz chat about free movie nights, museum tours, and groups to join in the city ☀️