Elizabeth Estrada
WHYY
Philadelphia, PA, United States
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A Bensalem veterinary nonprofit will soon offer affordable pet care in Philly
The Bridge Clinic, based in Bucks County, is set to open a Philadelphia office thanks to a $200,000 grant from PetSmart Charities. → Read More
Calling all procrastinators: There’s still time to snag Eagles gear and cheer on the Birds in style
Whatever Eagles merch you’re looking for, Philly shops and makers have you covered. → Read More
Philly’s Free Library is making space for people to create
A new weekly program invites library-goers to crochet, knit, embroider, and sew, no matter their skill level. → Read More
Don’t throw away that broken item. A coalition of Philly volunteers will help you fix it
Every month, the Philly Fixers Guild helps residents salvage broken, damaged, and disassembled items — and keep them out of the landfill. → Read More
Give, take, and create: West Philly’s new little free library offers up crafty supplies for projects
West Philly has a new little free library and it’s full of arts and crafts supplies. Created by local artist Cassie Jones, anyone can drop off materials they don’t need and take what they want. → Read More
This spooky season, Philadelphians are going all out with decorations
From pumpkins and ghosts to witches and ghouls, these are the best-decorated homes in Philly this Halloween season. → Read More
‘Now is a great time to look up’: How to enjoy Philly’s fall foliage, from a tree nerd
As temperatures cool, Philly “tree nerd” Bryan Thompson-Nowak shares tips on how to enjoy the colorful foliage of the season. → Read More
No lectures, just fun: Science on Tap Philly serves up lessons for curious adults
Science on Tap has been teaching Philadelphians about science without the stuffiness for over a decade. At these monthly events, “science is for everyone.” → Read More
Cute, therapeutic, sustainable Philly goats coming to a neighborhood near you
A traveling herd of caprine entertainers is putting on play performances, parades and bringing education and joy to residents of all ages. → Read More
The heat is on: Philadelphians are flocking to city pools this summer
The city has opened 50 public pools across the city this summer with another 20 still closed. But neighbors are loving any splash they can get. → Read More
FDR Park is getting a new pop-up play space designed by kids
FDR Park in South Philly is getting a new pop-up playground that was designed by young people and is being built by volunteers. It opens up for play on July 23. → Read More
New community film project aims to share the ‘power and magic’ of Philly Latinos
La Guagua 47 is a new art and film project from Alba Martínez celebrating Philadelphia’s Latino community and SEPTA’s 47 bus route. → Read More
‘The time is now:’ Philly animal rescue shelters seek volunteers and ‘forever homes’
From volunteering to adopting, there are multiple ways to support animal rescue shelters. Summer is the perfect season to help dogs and cats in need. → Read More
Mount Airy’s newest shop teaches beginners to sew and quilt — on a budget
Whether you’re experienced, or want to learn how to sew and quilt, the owner’s passion for fabric has her planning opportunities for adults and children. → Read More
A big tribute and dance party for Philly to celebrate what Selena means to them
Brooklyn Bowl hosts the first local edition of the touring “Forever Selena” event commemorating the late Tejano singer. → Read More
A big tribute and dance party for Philly to celebrate Selena
Brooklyn Bowl hosts the first local edition of the touring “Forever Selena” event commemorating the late Tejano singer. → Read More
‘Forget YouTube’ – This Philly shop teaches cyclists how to repair their own bikes
West Philly’s Neighborhood Bike Works teaches cyclists how to fix up their own bike through a DIY-repair program called Bike Church. → Read More
‘Everyone and everything has a second chance’ at this Philly thrift store
The Wardrobe is a Philly thrift store that provides communities in need with free clothing. They work with returning citizens, immigrants, and more. → Read More
Cauliflower tacos, churro sundaes, and more: Dine Latino Restaurant Week returns to Philly
The event returns for a celebration of Latino-owned businesses and cuisine from March 15-18, with indoor dining options for the first time. → Read More
A West Philly couple wrote a children’s book to help parents have ‘The Climate Talk’
Lena Champlin, Jeremy Wortzel and the Group for the Advancement of Psychiatry wrote a children’s book about climate change and anxiety. → Read More