City Cast Philly
😍 Fishtown’s new museum is all about us!
September 25, 2026 · — Natalia Aldana
Opening today: The Museum of The Philadelphian! Brian Adoff created this pop-up micro-museum in Fishtown to highlight our most colorful Philadelphians. Maybe no one likes us, as Jason Kelce said, but we don’t care. Brian gave us a preview ahead of the opening 😍
What's CITY Talking About
Fetterman Uses GOP Donor Lists
Sen. John Fetterman, a Democrat, has sent fundraising emails via Republican donor email lists using GOP messaging, sparking rumors of a possible party switch. Once seen as a progressive Democrat, he’s now facing backlash from former staffers for aligning with conservatives “to prop up his dismal fundraising numbers.” [The Intercept]
The Portal Might Leave Philly?
Our 12-foot-tall art installation with all-hours live video feeds connected to six other cities must leave the City Hall courtyard by Oct. 31. Without local funding, it will likely move out of Pennsylvania, though a new location is yet to be confirmed. The Portal has been in Philly since 2024 and is the only one of its kind in North America. [Axios]
Red-Light Cameras Have Cut Violations
Philly’s automated red-light camera program has effectively reduced violations at those intersections by 17.4%, according to the PPA. But the enforcement program may end in July 2027 unless state lawmakers renew the law that authorizes the cameras. Automated cameras have been in the city since 2005, and demand for cameras remains high. [The Inquirer 🔐]
Parker’s H.O.M.E. Plan, City Talks Teen Meet-Ups & New Museum
On today’s episode, we’re talking about teen meet-ups stirring public safety concerns — where are the spaces for youth to hang out across the city? Plus, the Parker administration highlights hitting a milestone in the mayor’s H.O.M.E. initiative. And for our Neighbors-only segment, we walk through the new Museum of The Philadelphian in Fishtown and chat with one of the colorful Philadelphians highlighted inside — The Chicken Man. [City Cast Philly 🎧]
Roommate Shares Disturbing Experiences in Horsch’s Home
A Kensington woman who spent time in Raymond 'R.C.' Horsch’s Olney home said she visited the “house of horrors” several times with her roommate, Blair Tonzelli, who has since disappeared. She described the house as smelling of ammonia and alleged that Horsch and his son, Eugene, “actively used these streets as a hunting ground.” [WPVI]
- Plus: What really happened inside the Olney home? We took a deeper look. [City Cast Philly 📱]
Philly Mini Crossword
Every other Friday, we play a crossword puzzle that tests your knowledge of Philly trivia and news. Can you get all the answers right?
What To Do
Friday, Sep. 25
- 🎤 Speaker Series: Don Vincent Ortega at Philadelphia Film Society Center (Center City)
- 😂 Playtime Comedy at Philly Typewriter (East Passyunk)
- 🏛️ Museum of the Philadelphian (Opening) at 454 E Girard Ave. (Fishtown)
- 🎶 Latin Jazz Ensemble at Church of St. Luke and The Epiphany (Center City)
- 📝 Story Salon at At My House (Queen Village)
- 🎬 North Philadelphia History Festival: John Coltrane Edition at Power Market (North Philly)
- 🎵 Concert in the Courtyard at PHMC Public Health Campus on Cedar (West Philly)
- 🍃 High Black History Comedy Show at Two Locals Brewing (University City)
- 💋 Burlesque N' Beyond at Franky Bradley's (Gayborhood)
- 🎨 Morning Magic Tour at the Philadelphia Magic Gardens (Bella Vista)
- 🌙 Fall Equinox Sound Bath at Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting Skyspace (Chestnut Hill)
- 🎬 Documentary Screening: "Fletcher Street" at Out West (Cobbs Creek)
Saturday, Sep. 26
- 🧹 Block by Block Philly x Protect Our Paws Cleanup at 901 New Market Street (Northern Liberties)
- 🏃 Gritty 5K at Xfinity Mobile Arena (South Philadelphia)
- 🏠 PHDC Annual Housing Fair at Temple University Aramark Complex (North Philadelphia)
- 🎨 Exploring the New in Old City starting at 2nd & Arch Streets (Old City)
- 🧘 Grounded in Wellness: Returning Inward Community Garden at The Creek (West Philly)
- 🍁 South Street Fall Fest along South Street, from Front to 8th Streets (South Street)
- 🥨 Oktoberfest at Yards Brewing Company (Northern Liberties)
- 💀 Market of the Macabre at Laurel Hill East (Allegheny West)
- 🏮 Mid-Autumn Festival multiple locations (Chinatown)
- 💃 Somatic Daytime Dance Party at Studio 34 (Cedar Park)
- ✂️ Intro to Zine Making at Freehand Art Supply (Fishtown)
- 🕺 Hip Hop Fundamentals at The Rail Park (Callowhill)
- 🏅 “SPORTS!” at The Lawn at uCity Square (University City)
- 🎪 Kensington Crankie Festival at 2223 E. Dauphin St. (Kensington)
- 🎭 Fringe Fest: “Murdered Darlings” at Deep End Studios (Grays Ferry)
- 🎵 Summer Sounds Concert Series at Spruce Street Harbor Park (Penn's Landing)
Sunday, Sep. 27
- 🎨 Bring Your Own Craft at Washington Square Park (Washington Square West)
- 🍂 Fall for the Arts Festival at Germantown Avenue (Chestnut Hill)
- 🥪 Philadelphia Hoagie Throwdown at Other Half Brewing (Fishtown)
- 📚 Poetry Reading at Manayunk-Roxborough Art Center (Roxborough)
- 💃 “Echoes of Renewal” at Performance Garage (Spring Garden)
- 🖼️ Closing Reception: "What Dreams Are Made Of" at Atelier Gallery (Brewerytown)
- 🏋️ Night of the Living Deadlift 3 at Pentridge Station (West Philly)
- 🎉 Festival of Festivals at Cherry Street Pier (Old City)
- 🍽️ Albanian Food Festival at Bijtë e Shqipes Center (Holmesburg)
- 🎤 Open Mic All Stars at Boathouse Row (Fairmount)
👟 Hey sneaker heads! New fresh kicks are coming, courtesy of Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey. He visited Philly spots like Foot Locker, Ishkabibble's, and Faheem’s Hand of Precision (where he has gotten his hair cut since he joined the team) to promote his signature New Balance sneakers, the Maxey v1s, set to release Oct. 2.
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