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🏒 Flyers and Sixers both swept from postseason
May 11, 2026 · — Siani Colón
Well…all good things must come to an end. Both the Flyers and Sixers were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs over the weekend. The Flyers put up a good fight against the Carolina Hurricanes, but it wasn’t enough to win in overtime. The fans recognized the team’s effort, sending them off with a standing ovation and “Let’s Go Flyers!” chants. The same can’t be said for the Sixers. You’d think they were playing at Madison Square Garden with the overwhelming number of New York Knicks fans there. They brought brooms!
Better luck next time. Maybe what both teams needed was Elmo to motivate them. Looks like it worked for the Phillies.
What's CITY Talking About
Major Golf Tournament Hits Philly
The PGA Championship returns to the Philly area starting today. To join the fun of one of golf’s biggest tournaments, former professional golfer Maya Satya Reddy shares golfing essentials, how the sport is working towards becoming more inclusive, and where to watch the big event. [🎧 City Cast Philly]
Retake Your Test or Lose Your License
Thousands of drivers who passed their test at PennDOT’s center in Southwest Philly must retake the exam after the agency found discrepancies in test start and end times. An internal review is still ongoing. [6ABC]
- Related: After drivers pass their test again and get back on the road, be aware that if caught using a cellphone while driving, it'll cost you $50 beginning in June. [Philly Voice]
SEPTA Now Allows Multi-Tap for Fares
Key card holders will be able to opt in to a multitap feature that allows up to five swipes at once. If using contactless payment, no opt-in is necessary; just tap. The move comes in time to welcome international visitors for the World Cup, matching mass transit standards abroad. [WHYY]
Sheriff’s Office $8 Million ‘Slush Fund’ Spending
Despite alleging it struggles with core duties due to a lack of funding, the office’s off-budget expenses include thousands of dollars for promotional swag, travel, and a commercial featuring the sheriff's mascot dancing to “Boots on the Ground.” [🔒 The Inquirer]
- Related: The office’s activities (or lack thereof) have drawn accusations of mismanagement, which Sheriff Rochelle Bilal vehemently denies. [🎧City Cast Philly]
City Launches Neighborhood Walking Tours for USA’s 250th
Attendees can participate in a free “jawnt” in 20 Philadelphia neighborhoods to learn about each area’s distinct history and cultural scene. Guided tours will take place from May 29 through Oct. 25. [Philadelphia Visitors Center]
- Related: Philly’s Germantown neighborhood is leading walking tours and other educational activities as part of semiquincentennial festivities. [📝City Cast Philly]
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What To Do
Monday, May 11
- 🎥 Movie Mondays: "Sorry to Bother You" at Two Locals Brewing (University City)
- 🕺 Soul Line Dancing at Lardner's Point Park (Tacony)
- 💰 Budget 101 at Arch Street United Methodist Church (Center City)
- 🧀 Mother's Day Charcuterie Workshop at The Merrygold Shop (Queen Village)
Tuesday, May 12
- ⚽ Men in Blazers Live from Philly at Franklin Music Hall (Callowhill)
- 🎭 What Good Are the Arts? The Value of Access at The ARCH (University City)
- 🎥 Women of Pre-Code Hollywood at Chestnut Hill Library (Chestnut Hill)
- 🍕Pizza Rules at Binding Agents (Bella Vista)
- 📖 Evening of Poetry at The Head and the Hand (East Kensington)
- 💿 Track Changes: Music Conversation Series at Solar Myth (South Philly)
- 🎤 Mission Story Slam at Triple Bottom Brewing (Poplar)
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