How could Philly become more family-friendly?

⚖️ Philly and School District Settle Safety Lawsuit

The School District of Philadelphia and City of Philadelphia settled a lawsuit related to the oversight of district buildings, in particular who gets to decide if they're safe enough to open. The district will retain that power, but agreed to inspect all school buildings for environmental hazards twice a year, posting the results online. The Philadelphia Department of Health will distribute $2.5 million to the district to improve data management regarding these reports. [Inquirer 🔒]

🕊 Dancer from Philly Killed in NYC

O’Shae Sibley, a 28-year-old dancer from North Philly, was killed in New York City on Saturday, July 29. While Sibley and his friends were dancing at a Brooklyn gas station, a group of men approached them, hurling gay slurs. One of the men fatally stabbed Sibley. Police are investigating the murder as a potential hate crime. Before moving to NYC to audition for Broadway shows, Sibley studied modern dance and ballet at the Philadelphia Dance Company, aka PHILADANCO!. [PhillyVoice]

🏠 Bartram Village Renovation

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will give $50 million to rebuild Bartram Village, an 80-year-old public housing complex in Kingsessing. All current structures will be demolished, and developers will construct 500 new units in phases. “Blossom at Bartram,” as the new plan is known, is the result of two years of community engagement. Construction begins in April, and some new units will be available by the end of 2025. [Metro Philadelphia]

⚾ Historic Philly Baseball Exhibit

Through Aug. 24, baseball enthusiasts have the chance to dive into Philly’s baseball history at Cherry Street Pier. “A League Apart” is a self-guided tour that highlights four legendary players from the Philadelphia Negro Leagues: Octavius Catto, Dick Allen, Mo’ne Davis, and Ed Bolden. [Billy Penn]

🍓Your Guide to Urban Foraging

Did you know that many Philadelphia streets and parks are home to useful — and edible — plants? Lynn Landes, the creator of Wild Foodies of Philly, shares her knowledge about the vast variety of plants in our city, as well as some general tips on urban foraging. [City Cast Philly 🎧]

🛼 Throwback Skating | Friday | 10 p.m

Skate around to your favorite 90s and 2000s songs at WOW Skating Rink. Tickets include pizza, a Jell-O shot, and skate rentals. [$30-$35, Mayfair]

🎉 Pop-Up Shop | Saturday | 3 p.m.

Head to Fairmount Park for live music and performances, and food and shopping vendors. [pay-as-you-go, North Philly]

🪷 Yoga | Monday | 8 a.m.

Enjoy an energizing vinyasa class at Penn Treaty Park. [$10, Fishtown]

✨ Glow Night | Tuesday | 7 p.m.

Experience a brilliant night of artwork that glows in the dark at Open Space. Featuring live music and complimentary drinks. [$10, Fishtown]

Making Philly More Kid-Friendly

Philly is a great place to raise kids, but it could be even better. Host Trenae Nuri goes from A-to-Z on what could improve with Christine Speer Lejeune, contributing editor at Philadelphia Magazine. Christine breaks down 17 big kid-centric ideas, from appointing a child mayor to encouraging more multigenerational housing.