City Cast Philly
🚍 Old Police HQ for New Bus Terminal?
May 23, 2025 · — Siani Colón
Happy Memorial Day weekend, Philly! As you commute to your destination for the break, why not listen to our latest episode of City Cast Philly? Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz discuss results of this week’s election and why failed District Attorney challenger Pat Dugan may still appear on the ballot in November. Plus, an ex-cop is convicted for voluntary manslaughter and the Eagles beat the Packers 22-10 once again.
We’ll be taking off on Monday so I’ll be back in your inbox on Tuesday morning. ☀️
What's CITY Talking About?
🏠 Developers May Need To Walk the Walk and Not Just Be All Talk
City Council is trying to advance more legislation to hold developers accountable. The proposed bill would allow the Zoning Board of Adjustment to reject projects from developers who do not legally commit to include affordable housing in their denser projects. [WHYY]
⚽ World Cup Tix on Sale…Well, Sort Of
Resale tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have started to appear on sites like Stubhub and VividSeats. But wait before you make that purchase – FIFA isn’t even selling tickets for next year’s game at the Linc yet. [Axios]
- Speaking of 2026, Philly’s once again looking for a restaurant concept to fill the space at our flying saucer (excuse me, the Welcome Center at Love Park) in time for the semiquincentennial next year. [🔒 Philadelphia Business Journal]
🚔 Philly Cops’ Driving Is Costing You $15 Million
Philadelphia Police were involved in more than 1,600 vehicle crashes between March 2020 and April 2024, with most deemed preventable and only a third resulting in disciplinary action. [NBC10]
🚌 Now Boarding All Buses at … the Police Station
If you’re sick of waiting for an intercity bus on a random corner of Northern Liberties, help might be on the way. Peter Pan’s CEO wants to turn the Roundhouse, the former police HQ at risk of demolition, into the city’s new bus terminal. [🎧 City Cast Philly, 🔒 The Inquirer]
How Well Do You Know Philly?
Baseball may be Philly’s focus right now, but 51 years ago, hockey was at the top of everyone’s minds.
How well do you know Philly history? Take a shot! And if you’re right, maybe treat yourself to an “Itty Bitty Gritty” that you can now create from the comfort of your home.
What To Do
Friday, May 23
- 🐰 Cultura Flow Noche de Bad Bunny at Roar Nightclub (Fishtown)
- 📖 Dawn Staley Book Tour at Uncle Bobbie’s (Germantown)
- 🔉 Huey Lightbody Artist-led Workshop at American Grammar (Norris Square)
- 🎧 Stereo Lab Listening Event at Repo Records (Queen Village)
- 🎵 Sound Type: Kengchakaj x Nate Chinen at Asian Arts Initiative (North Chinatown)
- 🎶 Tha Hip Hop Olympics (Day One) at the West Philadelphia Container District (Parkside)
- 🇭🇹 Haitian Flag Day Happy Hour at the MAAS Building (Olde Kensington)
- 🎭 The N Crowd Improv Comedy at Sawubona Creativity Project (East Passyunk)
- 🎸 Grupo Sumak at Dahlak (Cedar Park)
- 🐺 Peter and the Wolf at Rittenhouse Square (Rittenhouse)
Saturday, May 24
- ✍️ "Any Day Now" Creative Writing Workshop Series at Strawberry Mansion Learning Center (Strawberry Mansion)
- 🪩 A Taste of Sazón Benefit for Vamos Juntos at Pentridge Station (West Philly)
- 🛍️ Bizarre Pop-up Market at Clark Park (Spruce Hill)
- 🍿 "Elemental" Movie Matinee at Cira Green (University City)
- 🧶 Art of the Patch Workshop at Ray’s Reusables (Northern Liberties)
- 📗“Transplants” Author Talk at American Grammar (Norris Square)
- 🖨️ Silkscreens & Signatures! Printmaking and Civics Workshop at The Arts League (Spruce Hill)
- 👖 Free Jawn Presents: Art, Clothing Exchange, Live Painting, and Music at The Ministry of Awesomeness, Sugar Mom Location (Old City)
- 🔊 Spring 2025 Intimate Concert Series: Celebrating Hispanic Musical Excellence in Philadelphia at AMLA, Esperanza Lobby (Hunting Park)
- 😍 El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier (Old City)
- 👟 On a Walk With Zindzi: Design Walk starting at Washington Square Park (Old City)
- 🌵 Cochineal Dyeing Workshop at Cesar Andreu Iglesias Gardens (Norris Square)
- 🌳 Community Cleanup at Liberty Lands (Northern Liberties)
- 🕺 The Plantain Party (21+) at Craft Hall (Northern Liberties)
- 🎛️ Turn My Swag On: A Y2K Dance Party at the Warehouse on Watts (Poplar)
- 🌱 Build and Beautify Cobbs Creek at at Woodlawn & Island Avenues (Cobbs Creek)
Sunday, May 25
- 🎥 Philadelphia Latino Film & Arts Festival: Los Shorts (Virtual)
- 🤼 Power Pro Lucha: A Link to the Past at Arlen Specter US Squash Center (University City)
- 🇺🇸 Memorial Day Observed at Laurel Hill Cemetery (East Falls)
- 🌼 Botanical Wall Hanging at Cherry Street Pier (Old City)
- 🎷 Live Jazz at Say No More (Olde Kensington)
- 🤩 Favorites Party! at Washington Square (Center City)
- 👐 A Story of Jazz: A Community Art Experience at D'Griot Gallery (Germantown)
- 📚 Morning Story Time with Ms. AJ! at The Head & The Hand Books (East Kensington)
- 🗣️ May Zine Fest at Clark Park (Spruce Hill)
- 💃 All Levels Bachata at The People's Gallery Project (Washington Square West)
- 📖 Noname Book Club: Philly Meet-up at Healing While Black (Belmont)
- ♥️ Philly Puppet Slam: May 2025 at Studio 34 Yoga Healing Arts (Spruce Hill)
Monday, May 26
- 🧘 Yoga at The People's Gallery Project (Washington Square West)
- 🏰 Philly Renaissance Faire at Historic Fort Mifflin (near Philadelphia International Airport)
- 🇺🇸 Special Programming at the Museum of the American Revolution (Old City)
- 🏛️ Free Admission and Special Programming at the National Constitution Center (Old City)
🏖️ Good news! If you’re hitting the shore this Memorial Day weekend, Chickie’s and Pete’s is covering your toll on the Atlantic City Expressway from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. today. Safe travels!
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