Kristin Hunt
Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.
February 24, 2025
TV
'Abbott Elementary' will be filming in Philly this week with local kids
'Abbott Elementary' will film in Philadelphia with local child actors Thursday, Feb. 27, through Saturday, March 1. Series creator and star Quinta Brunson confirmed the plans Sunday at the SAG Awards and teased a Super Bowl tie-in.February 24, 2025
History
How the Philadelphia Museum of Art unearthed forgotten anti-Nazi posters
The Philadelphia Museum of Art will soon display recently rediscovered prints from the TASS Window Poster Studio, a Soviet group that made anti-Nazi propaganda during World War II.February 21, 2025
Government
For people affected by Northeast Philly plane crash, deadlines to apply for relief are nearing
Deadlines are approaching for people impacted by the Jan. 31 Northeast Philly plane crash to apply for relief. People have until Wednesday, Feb. 26, to open Red Cross cases or Friday, Feb. 28 to apply for an emergency small business grants.February 21, 2025
Food & Drink
Espresso martini crawl will caffeinate Northern Liberties on March 15
Northern Liberties will host its second espresso martini crawl on Saturday, March 15. The event will feature 14 bars and restaurants, and one cafe serving a non-alcoholic option.February 20, 2025
Weekend
Girl Scout Cookies paired with beer and last-minute ice skating: Your weekend guide to things to do
Looking for things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Girl Scout Cookie beer pairings at four breweries, last chance for ice skating at Dilworth Park and Philly Fashion Week runway shows.February 19, 2025
TV
Sitting on a unique business idea? Pitch it to 'Shark Tank' in April
'Shark Tank' is holding an open casting call at Rivers Casino in Philadelphia on Friday, April 11. The ABC reality show last recruited talent in the city in 2017. Past contestants from the area include Aaron Krause of Scrub Daddy.February 18, 2025
History
Independence Seaport Museum to exhibit intricate toy, model boats from the early 19th to late 20th centuries
The Independence Seaport Museum will open a new permanent exhibit of toy and model boats on Thursday, March 20. The collection includes miniatures of the USS Indianapolis and Baltimore.February 18, 2025
TV
Brian Tyree Henry rips off the wrong drug dealer in 'Dope Thief' trailer
The new trailer for the Apple TV+ show 'Dope Thief,' which is set in Philadelphia and filmed in the area, shows stars Brian Tyree Henry and Wagner Moura ripping off dangerous drug dealers. The adaptation of the Dennis Tafoya book premieres Friday, March 14.February 17, 2025
Health News
Infant deaths increased in states that implemented abortion bans, study finds
Infant deaths rose in states that implemented six-week or total abortion bans, according to new research. The increases were higher among Black babies, and those with congenital anomalies or in the South.February 17, 2025
Family-Friendly
St. Patrick's Day parade adopts service theme for March 16 event in Center City
Philadelphia's annual St. Patrick's Day parade will be held Sunday, March 16. A Havertown pub owner will serve as grand marshal.Just In
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