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👀 Touristy spots we actually kinda like
June 24, 2024 · — Asha Prihar
Good morning! Where do you like to take your out-of-town visitors who really want to do touristy stuff? Hit reply and let me know … and see if you agree with our takes below ⬇️
What's CITY Talking About?
⚖️ Lawsuit Filed Against Philly Bump Stock Ban
Just a few days after Mayor Cherelle Parker signed into law a bill banning bump stocks — devices that enable semiautomatic firearms to fire bullets faster — two local gun owners sued the city, arguing that Philly doesn’t have the authority to enact such a law. [Inquirer 🔒]
💰 New Bill Would Punish Schools for Divesting From Israel
A bill introduced by a bipartisan group of state senators last week — and supported by Gov. Josh Shapiro — would block state funding from colleges and universities that take “actions that are intended to financially penalize the government of Israel or commercial financial activity in Israel.” [Spotlight PA]
- Since the Israel-Hamas War began in October, U.S. higher education institutions have seen lots of discourse, controversy, and protests related to the war — including encampments pushing for universities to divest from companies that profit from it. [City Cast Philly 🎧]
⛲ Singing Fountain Up and Running
The Singing Fountain at 11th and Passyunk is back on again after a four-week, $30,000 restoration project. It now has 220 new tiles and a new drainage system. [PhillyVoice]
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New Tecovas Store at King of Prussia
A new Tecovas Store is bringing handcrafted boots and fine Western wear to King of Prussia Mall. Swing by the Grand Opening Party from June 28-30, say howdy, and enjoy live music, a drink on us, and freebies for the first 50 in, Fri-Sun!
What To Do
Monday, June 24
- 💳 Financial Help and Credit Repair Chat | 2–4 p.m. | Free | Parkway Central Library
- 🏛️ Declaration House Block Party | 5–8 p.m. | Free | Center City
- 🌈 Uncovering Hidden Queers in Old Rare Books | 5:30 p.m. | Free | Center City
Tuesday, June 25
- 🪴 Houseplant and Gardening Group | 11:30 a.m. | Free | Wynnefield
- 📝 Resumé Building | 2 p.m. | Free | Nicetown-Tioga
- 🎤 Celebration Hour with SAAFC: A Live Podcast Recording | 5–8 p.m. | Free | City Hall
- 🎻 Pride Concert with the Philadelphia Orchestra | 7 p.m. | Free | Kimmel Center
Wednesday, June 26
- 🧶 Center City Spinning Group | 4–6 p.m. | Free | Center City
- ✏️ Philly: The Capital of Black Indie Komix | 4:30–5:30 p.m. | Free | City Hall
- 🛶 Sunset on the Schuylkill: Guided Kayak Tour | 7–8:45 p.m. | $40–$60 | Center City West
Today on City Cast
People who are behind the signs are being more conscious of … who lives in this area, who we need to address, who needs to get the information of what we are offering … it’s just a beautiful thing, all these languages together in one single sign.
How Language Is Changing in Three Philly Neighborhoods
Philly is a city of neighborhoods, and those neighborhoods are always changing — including the way written language is used in public spaces. Daniel Guarin, a PhD candidate in Hispanic linguistics at Temple University, looked at over 3,000 signs in Fairhill’s “Golden Block,” Olney, and the Italian Market area. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri chats with Guarin about his findings, and how these neighborhoods have evolved linguistically.
Have a great Monday!
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