🗳️ New contender in race to replace Dwight Evans

🧟 Where To Watch Horror Movies This October

It isn’t spooky season without a horror movie marathon. Whether you’re into classics with ghouls or gorey slashers, there are plenty of films to give you a good scare. Christina Acevedo, a Philly filmmaker and founder of Girls Like Horror, recommends these horror movie events this month. [🎧 City Cast Philly]

• Related: Add these movies set in Philly to your watchlist. [🎧 City Cast Philly]

🗳️ Black Doctors’ Consortium Founder Runs for Congress

Ala Stanford, a pediatric surgeon who rose to prominence due to her work treating and testing Philadelphians during the COVID-19 pandemic, is joining the crowded congressional race with the support of retiring Rep. Dwight Evans. Stanford says she can “bring science, evidence and truth to counter misinformation.” [🔒 The Inquirer]

• Related: Another contender for the position is State Rep. Morgan Cephas, who we spoke to back in July. [🎧 City Cast Philly]

🍽️ Cantina La Martina Closes After 4 Years

The Mexican restaurant run by James Beard-winning chef Dionicio Jimenez is closing Nov. 2 after four years in Kensington. Jimenez previously spoke out about being dropped by food suppliers and their insurance carrier due to safety issues in their neighborhood. The owners plan to find a new location. [🔒 Philadelphia Business Journal, Billy Penn]

🛠️ West Philly Tool Library Forced To Relocate

Local restaurants aren’t the only ones closing their doors. The West Philly Tool Library announced that its lease was not renewed after 15 years, forcing the workshop space to find a new home. The library not only provides tools to borrow at an affordable price, but teaches classes in skills such as sewing, home electric, and woodwork. Classes will pick up again in 2026. [Instagram, 📝 Hey Philly]

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📣 Caleb W. recommends you check out the Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus, a local nonprofit choir that also does community outreach supporting LGBTQ+ youth.

Thanks Caleb! Be sure to check out PGMC's upcoming events for something to do.