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🏠 Future of major Philly shelter in limbo
April 20, 2026 · — Siani Colón
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What's CITY Talking About
Why Aging Women Are Chronically Sick in PA Prisons
Pennsylvania’s largest women’s prison has seen an increase in infirmary visits for chronic illnesses, and its patients are getting sick younger and quicker. A new five-part podcast series, “Dying on the Inside,” explores how women serving long-term or life-time sentences in Pennsylvania are being failed by the system. [🎧 City Cast Philly]
Potential Shelter Closure Could Put Hundreds Back on Streets
Over 300 shelter beds are at risk as the city’s lease for the former Philadelphia Nursing Home is expected to end in June. The Fairmount shelter was cited for operating outside of its zoning purpose. Changing this designation could take time, threatening the progress of its vulnerable residents. [🔒 The Inquirer]
Necessary Renovations Coming to Cecil B. Moore Library
Approximately $2 million will be used to create a new ADA entrance, replace the HVAC system, and install a new water heater. The branch has been the subject of debate over reconstruction plans and the use of councilmanic prerogative to block certain projects. [NBC10, 🎧City Cast Philly]
- Related: Speaking of libraries, all branches are now open on Saturdays. [Free Library of Philadelphia]
‘Radical Americana’ Responds to 250 Years of Art and History
The exhibitions, spanning several months and Philly neighborhoods, shine a light on how creatives are continuing the city’s legacy as a place of art and civic engagement. “Radical Americana” provides an outlet for artists uncertain about how to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary amid complicated contemporary times. [WHYY, 🎧 City Cast Philly]
Ride an Indego Bike Around Germantown
The bike-share company is installing nine stations in Germantown with plans for additional stations east of the neighborhood later in 2026. This year’s expansion will also include new stations in West Kensington, Southwest Philly, Wynnefield Heights, and Packer Park/FDR Park. [Germantown Info Hub]
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What To Do
Monday, April 20
- 🍴 Vegan Mac & Cheese Bake-off at the Rotunda (Spruce Hill)
- 🎥 Earth Day Movie Night at Disston Park (Tacony)
- 💰 Budget 201: Advocacy at Transit Forward Philadelphia (Rittenhouse Square)
- 🌿 One Art’s Annual 4/20 Celebration at One Art Community Center (Cathedral Park)
Tuesday, April 21
- 🕺 Mummers Dance Workshop at the Mummers Museum (Pennsport)
- 🎭 Theater Performance: “Wilderness Generation” at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Center City)
- 🧠 Sex Ed Trivia at Tattooed Mom (Queen Village)
- 💰 Neighborhood Budget Town Hall at Julia de Burgos School (Fairhill)
- 🎨 Design a Doodad at Design Gym (Olde Kensington)
🧡 Special thank you to Izzy M. and Amanda F. for becoming City Cast Philly Neighbors! For new members, be sure to check your inbox later today for your weekly events preview and an announcement for our next members-only event. Here’s a hint: 🎽
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