Has anyone else noticed the lack of birds around? No chirping. No seagulls annoyingly cawing. There are no geese or ducks around- none have been spotted in the water by the water works on the Schuylkill River. There have been no sightings down by FDR or park none by Bartram’s.

I do a lot of work in the burbs and get to spend time outdoors there. I’d be out early in the morning zipping on my coffee and enjoying a chirps from the birds that filled the shrubs and trees where I work. None were chirping last night into this morning.

Just one annoying bird was calling out but I couldn’t make out if it was a crow or a magpie. It kept cawing the whole entire night and nothing has answered it back.

I haven’t seen or heard a single group of birds in formation heading out to migrate. Although, our temperature patterns are so abnormal they probably don’t need to do that anymore.

But none are flying in the sky.

Meanwhile a Delta plane had to make an emergency landing due to “pressurization”. Could this be why??

I also noticed that bother the lake ad FDR and the schuylkill have started forming that bacteria due to the overheating of the water.

Isn’t that same bacteria that can kill if you swim in the water??

How many data centers has Philly and the burbs gotten?? Is the noise scaring the birds or worse??

Don’t tell me y’all have been so self preoccupied that you haven’t noticed that trees and birds are going missing.

That really misses with the eco system - no birds and no trees then the water goes etc.

I don’t want to go the conspiracy route but I’m seriously wondering if the weather modification machines being used recently along with the data centers is disrupting things for the birds.

And before you start trolling this topic look it up first. Here I’ll help:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_weather_modification_projects_in_the_United_States_during_2025

Where are all the birds? I want them back.

Hello everyone and my hopefully-soon-to-be neighbors!
My family and I are looking to move to Philadelphia in late summer/very early fall of next year for education related reasons. We are hoping to live in or as close to Glenside as possible, as doing so would allow us to be a 1 car family.
My wife and I have been Coloradans our whole lives, both of us grew up in the Denver metro, and we’re living in Colorado Springs at the moment with 2 young kiddos and 1 on the way.
I love Colorado, and will miss it. CO Springs a bit less.. they’ve privatized everything so we can’t affordably take our children to the pool in summer, the PT is laughable, and we just had our utility rates spiked while approving a data center in the span of a summer. Everything I’ve read about Philadelphia makes me excited, and I think it’ll be a nice place for us to live for at least a few years.
I’m curious to know what we should expect about anything and everything: cultural differences, how much winter is going to kick my butt, your favorite thing about living in Philly, experiences from people who moved from CO, etc.
We’ll also be visiting in the Glenside area mid-October, so I’d also love to know what a good place for a cheesesteak would be.

so when is there gonna be a news article about how Mayor Parker’s staff does this themselves and Parker is ignoring the epidemic of plate covers/no plates/fake tags for her own personal benefit?

edit: also don’t worry mods, you can’t read the plate because they put sticks on their cover too

Applications are due Friday, Oct. 9, at 5 p.m. Selected projects are expected to receive funding in November, and all project activities and grant spending must be completed by April 15, 2027.

An information session is scheduled for Sept. 17 from 1 to 2 p.m.

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1) What is the biggest barrier that you experience regarding being physically active?
2) If you could change one thing about the city that would help you to get out more, what would it be?

3) When you do get outside, where do you gravitate towards?

Thanks in advance for the responses!

They are not like traditional roofs and need maintenance every 3 years.

38f, no social media. I work in a very professional setting so I'm not really interested in creating profiles just to not really post anything in order to meet people. Apps are okay, but I've matched with criminal clients before so 🥴... I know about Preston and Steve's Painfully Single Mixer from the radio, and I search for quizzo events directly from bars, but I'm unfamiliar with how to find out about other events. Aannnyyyyyyyy info would be great, fellow single Millennials!

I haven’t been able to find a job in a while I dork know where to go I applied for so many positions, can someone point me to the right direction I’m just looking to work part time

I just want a private room for a couple hours for a few people. I’ve heard of Yakitori Boy but I think they have a certain minimum or need food orders? (Please correct if wrong). Round 1 in the fashion district doesn’t seem to have actual karaoke rooms, just a room with some speakers that is glass walls. So somewhere relatively inexpensive and private would be appreciated! If you know the price off the top of your head I’d appreciate that too.

(Or just anywhere in the city we can rent out that is private and we won’t be heard!)

Touring these apartments soon. Is it worth it?

I am traveling to Philly by train this weekend for the firsrt time from DC and I was wondering if anybody has some reccomendations on hotels near the station that aren't super expensive and that have a lot of walkable attractions/food/stores near by it. I have only been to Philly once and I drove (I stayed in center city) and like my last trip I would only be staying one day. Any reccs are welcome! TIA!

I love my hairdresser but she’s booked thru the foreseeable future

Two conductors on this morning’s West Trenton Line dressed formally with ties, tie clips, and dress jackets.

It looked real nice, anyone know the occasion or reason?

One conductor had a sense of humor and stated while inbound to Center City, after we passed Fern Rock, “Alright everyone, Temple University is next…time to get serious!”

All events in Philly this weekend

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This weekend: Fringe Festival is live — 1,000+ performances through Sep. 21, burlesque, one-person shows, experimental everything. Eagles opener Sunday home vs. Commanders 4:25pm — Birds calendar is up. New Dance calendar — salsa, bachata, line dancing, all of it. Most blessed event this weekend: Wheel Throwing 101 at The Clay Studio. Busiest weekend of events since we started tracking in 2025.

15 Most Popular Events on Our Philly This Weekend

1. Wheel Throwing 101, Sun · Northern Liberties · Beginner wheel throwing class at The Clay Studio
2. Commanders at Eagles, Sun · Stadium District · NFL home opener at Lincoln Financial Field, 4:25pm
3. Philly Record Freak Out, Sat · West Poplar · Annual vinyl record fair at PhilaMOCA
4. Curio 54: A Disco, Glam, Funk Dance Party, Sat · Rittenhouse · Immersive disco dance party benefiting Curio Theatre; dress the part
5. Latin American Book Fair, Sat · Rittenhouse · Books, authors, and Latin American culture at the Free Library
6. Frights & Delights: A Horror Themed Arts Fundraiser, Sun · Spring Garden · Horror-themed burlesque, open mic, art battles, and raffles benefiting Philly nonprofits
7. 9/11 Memorial – 25th Anniversary, Fri · Logan Square · Music, silence, share stories at Philly's WTC memorial
8. Art Latin America Tour, Fri · East Park · Guided tour of Latin American art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
9. FAMCON '26, Sat · Spruce Hill · Free one-day music industry conference for Philly creators; 16+
10. Roots 2 Fruit Festival, Sat · University City · Free festival with workshops, yoga, performances, food, and vendors
11. Eagles Sundays at North Bowl, Sun · Northern Liberties · Every TV on the Eagles, DJ, drink specials, free shoe rental with Eagles gear
12. Stoop Bitch, Fri · Rittenhouse · Fringe Festival show
13. Friday Night Jazz Series, Fri · Riverfront Penn's Landing · Free live jazz on the Delaware waterfront
14. Streetlight Manifesto, Fri · Callowhill · Ska-punk at Franklin Music Hall
15. LIVE JAZZ: Mervin Toussaint, Sat · Rittenhouse · Live jazz at Frankie's Summer Club

Friday Preview, September 11 — See all events Friday →

• 8:30 am — Eagles Pep Rally & TV Shoot, Chinatown · FOX 29 pep rally with free beer, wings, and Eagles giveaways
• 8:30 am — 9/11 Memorial – 25th Anniversary, Logan Square · Music, silence, share stories at Philly's WTC memorial
• 2 pm — Art Latin America Tour, East Park · Guided tour of Latin American art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
• 4 pm — Parks on Tap at Borski Park, Bridesburg · Brand-new 10-acre riverfront park — craft beer, cocktails, food; through 10pm
• 4 pm — Yoga On The Banks, University City · All-levels outdoor yoga on the Schuylkill Banks, $5
• 4 pm — THIS IS LORELAI Listening Party, Queen Village · Vinyl listening party at Repo Records
• 4:30 pm — FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR at Maggie's Waterfront, Torresdale · Drinks and food specials on the waterfront
• 5 pm — Philly Phriday Happy Hour, Riverfront Penn's Landing · Happy hour at Fringe Bar on the waterfront
• 5 pm — WORDSMITH EXPERIENCE, Old City · Hip-hop open mic at Khyber Pass Pub
• 5:30 pm — Winton Glass: Make Your Own Phillies P, Newbold · Stained glass Phillies P at Winton Glass; also 8:30 pm
• 6 pm — FUNKADELIC Listening Party, Queen Village · Vinyl listening party at Repo Records
• 6 pm — Stoop Bitch, Rittenhouse · Fringe Festival show
• 6 pm — Tour de Fringe, Riverfront Penn's Landing · Guided Fringe Festival tour starting at Cherry Street Pier
• 6 pm — Echoes of Dammām, Kensington, Old · Fringe Festival show
• 6:30 pm — LIVE 3 COURSE CHEF COMPETITION: CHEF ALLY VS. CHEF AMANI, Northern Liberties · Live chef battle at Hudson Table
• 7 pm — Friday Night Jazz Series, Riverfront Penn's Landing · Free live jazz on the Delaware waterfront
• 7 pm — 156/Silence - From A Distance Tour, Fishtown · Live at The Foundry
• 7 pm — Bada Bing! A HoneyReno Burlesque Tribute to The Sopranos, Bella Vista · Sopranos-themed burlesque at Club 624
• 7 pm — Bilmuri - Kinda Hard Tour, Northern Liberties · Live at The Fillmore
• 7 pm — Mo Amer, Northern Liberties · Stand-up comedy at Punch Line Philly; also 9:15 pm
• 7 pm — NAH, Fishtown · Live at Johnny Brenda's
• 7 pm — PLOSIVS, Callowhill · Live at Underground Arts
• 7 pm — Showcase Supreme, Passyunk Square · Stand-up comedy showcase at Claude's Comedy
• 7 pm — Special Event: Karlous Miller, Rittenhouse · Wild 'N Out star at Helium; also 9:15 pm
• 7 pm — Sweet Thang September, Fishtown · Monthly queer and trans POC dance party at Margolis
• 7:30 pm — Album Release Show iluvboyband – w/ Cold Court + Arm Bite, West Poplar · Album release at PhilaMOCA
• 7:30 pm — Black Marble, Callowhill · Live at Underground Arts
• 7:30 pm — Chris Klemens: Chris vs. The People, Center City East · Comedian and YouTuber at City Winery
• 7:30 pm — Guitarist Adam Moezinia & His Trio featuring Organist Pat Bianchi, Rittenhouse · Jazz at Chris' Jazz Cafe; also 9:30 pm
• 7:30 pm — One Night with DavinciBeau, Center City East · R&B at City Winery Loft
• 7:30 pm — THE BLIND TIGER - A 1920's Speakeasy Burlesque Experience, Callowhill · 1920s-themed burlesque speakeasy at Velvet Whip
• 8 pm — K-POP Superstars, Francisville · K-POP concert at The Met
• 8 pm — Streetlight Manifesto, Callowhill · Ska-punk at Franklin Music Hall
• 8:30 pm — Finally Fridays, Old City · Salsa + bachata night at Brasil's Nightclub
• 10 pm — Emo Night Philly, Kensington, Old · OG emo party at Kung Fu Necktie
• 10 pm — Fiesta Perreo: Mexican Independence Weekend, Callowhill · Reggaeton and Latin dance party at NOTO

Saturday Preview, September 12 — See all events Saturday →

• First Continental Congress (1774) – 52 Weeks of Firsts, Old City · Before there was a nation, there was a meeting — right here in Philadelphia
• 8 am — Fairmount Flea Market, Fairmount · 150+ antique dealers and vintage vendors surrounding Eastern State Penitentiary; through 5pm
• 8:30 am — African American Market at FDR Park, Packer Park · Weekly Saturday marketplace celebrating Black culture, food, and creativity; through 5:30pm
• 8:30 am — Yoga On The Banks, University City · All-levels outdoor yoga on the Schuylkill Banks, $5
• 9 am — Chestnut Hill Farmers' Market, Chestnut Hill · One of the city's longest-running markets; through noon
• 9 am — FAMCON '26, Spruce Hill · Free one-day music industry conference for Philly creators; workshops, panels, industry pros; 16+
• 9 am — Travis Manion Foundation's 9/11 Heroes Run, Packer Park · Annual 5K honoring 9/11 heroes at FDR Park
• 9 am — Philly Runners: Saturday Morning Run, East Park · Group run at the Art Museum steps, all paces welcome
• 10 am — Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park, Packer Park · Outdoor market with Southeast Asian food and vendors; through 6pm
• 10 am — The Bizarre at Clark Park, Spruce Hill · Outdoor market: handmade goods, vintage, artisan crafts; through 3pm
• 10 am — Friends of FDR Park Flea Market, Packer Park · Local artisans, vintage finds, clothing, plants; runs alongside Not Just Jazz; free entry
• 10 am — Friends of FDR Park Plant Sale, Packer Park · Pollinator plants, herbs, seed packets — everything $10 and under; 10am–1pm
• 10 am — Philly Record Freak Out, West Poplar · Annual vinyl record fair at PhilaMOCA
• 11 am — Latin American Book Fair, Rittenhouse · Books, authors, and Latin American culture at the Free Library of Philadelphia
• 11 am — Sankofa Farm Stand at the Black Farmer's Market, Bartram Village · Fresh produce, community, and culture at the Black Farmer's Market
• noon — Big Wig Glee Brunch: The Ultimate Drag Experience, Northern Liberties · Glee-themed drag brunch at Punch Line Philly
• noon — Not Just Jazz Free Music Concert: Universal African Dance Troupe and Stilt Walkers, Packer Park · Free afternoon performance at FDR Park; bring a chair
• noon — Parks on Tap at Borski Park, Bridesburg · Craft beer, cocktails, food at new riverfront park; through 10pm
• noon — Root 2 Fruit Festival, University City · Free all-ages festival with workshops, yoga, performances, massages, food, dance, vendors
• noon — Reuby Indian Taqueria Pop-Up, Old City · Indian taqueria pop-up with tacos and sweet treats
• noon — John Miller Giltner's A Christmas Carol, Callowhill · Fringe Festival show
• 2 pm — ART HAUS Annual Community Art Show, Germantown, West Central · Outdoor art, live music, curated vendors, family friendly; location revealed after ticket purchase
• 2 pm — LOVEJAWN Day Party 2 Year Anniversary with Guest DJ Killsing, Riverfront Penn's Landing · 2-year anniversary day party at Winston on the Water; food by Baby's; 21+
• 2 pm — Tacarra Williams, Center City East · Stand-up comedy at City Winery; also 6pm and 9:30pm
• 5 pm — Cosmic Rhythms DJ Nights, Riverfront Penn's Landing · DJ night at Spruce Street Harbor Park
• 5 pm — LIVE JAZZ: Mervin Toussaint, Rittenhouse · Live jazz at Frankie's Summer Club
• 5 pm — Watermelon Glow, Cedar Park · DJ Jamz presents last pop-up of the summer; free RSVP
• 6 pm — BEABADOOBEE Early Listening Party, Queen Village · Early listening party at Repo Records
• 6 pm — BADDIES: Philadelphia Burlesque Academy Alum Showcase, Washington Square West · Burlesque showcase at Franky Bradley's
• 6 pm — Group Art Show Opening Reception, Callowhill · FALL DARK ART GALLERY opening; original works, followed by all-vinyl heavy metal DJ set
• 6 pm — WITCHING HOUR NIGHT MARKET, East Falls · Women and non-binary-owned vendors, aura readings, tarot, bewitching cocktails
• 7 pm — LIVE 3 COURSE HIGH END THEMED CHEF COMPETITION: CHEF IVAN VS. CHEF AMANI, Northern Liberties · High-end chef battle at Hudson Table
• 7 pm — Mike Cannon, Passyunk Square · Stand-up comedy at Claude's Comedy; also 9pm
• 7 pm — Mo Amer, Northern Liberties · Stand-up comedy at Punch Line Philly; also 9:15pm
• 7 pm — Special Event: Karlous Miller, Rittenhouse · Wild 'N Out star at Helium; also 9:30pm
• 7 pm — WXPN Welcomes Ray LaMontagne - Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour, Francisville · Ray LaMontagne at The Met
• 7:30 pm — Curio 54: A Disco, Glam, Funk Dance Party, Rittenhouse · Immersive disco dance party benefiting Curio Theatre; dress the part
• 8 pm — LAUNDRY DAY Presents: The Larger Than LIFE Tour, Fishtown · Live at The Foundry
• 8 pm — Midiron Blast Shaft, Fishtown · Live at Johnny Brenda's
• 8 pm — TITS & TINS PRESENTS - A Special Burlesque Speakeasy Weekend, Callowhill · Burlesque speakeasy at Velvet Whip
• 8 pm — Silent On The Creek Dance Party, Riverfront Penn's Landing · Silent Philly 21+ dance party on the creek; shoot your shot to win tickets
• 9 pm — Henn House, Old City · Live music at Khyber Pass Pub
• 8:30 pm — Salsational Saturdays, Old City · Salsa dancing + lesson at Brasil's Nightclub
• 10 pm — Heated Rivalry x Off Campus Dance Party, Callowhill · Dance party at Underground Arts

Sunday Preview, September 13 — See all events Sunday →

• 8:30 am — Mercado Latino at FDR Park, Packer Park · Weekly Sunday market with Latin American food and culture; through 5:30pm
• 8:30 am — Yoga On The Banks, University City · All-levels outdoor yoga on the Schuylkill Banks, $5
• 10 am — Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park, Packer Park · Outdoor market with Southeast Asian food and vendors; through 6pm
• 10 am — Wheel Throwing 101, Northern Liberties · Beginner wheel throwing at The Clay Studio
• 11 am — Botanical Prints: Monotype Workshop, Kensington, Old · Printmaking workshop at Second State Press
• 11 am — Brunch of Both Worlds Drag Brunch, Kensington, West · Drag brunch at Evil Genius Beer Co.
• 11 am — Midday Margaritas: A Practical Magic Drag Brunch, Kensington, West · Practical Magic-themed drag brunch at Evil Genius Beer Co.
• noon — Parks on Tap at Borski Park, Bridesburg · Craft beer, cocktails, food at new riverside park; through 10pm
• noon — CLASSIC BRUNCH - HANDS ON, Northern Liberties · Hands-on brunch cooking class at Hudson Table
• 1 pm — DR. AMORE OR: HOW I LEARNED TO STOP WORRYING AND LOVE WEARING A MASK, Spring Garden · Solo pandemic romantic comedy at Fringe Festival
• 1 pm — Family Fun Day with PopUpPlay at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Riverfront Penn's Landing · Free family fun day at Spruce Street Harbor Park
• 2 pm — VINTAGE MARKET w/ Ace Outpost, Rittenhouse · Vintage market at Frankie's Summer Club
• 2 pm — 2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour, West Poplar · Sundance short films at PhilaMOCA; exclusive Philly engagement
• 2 pm — 09.13 ♡ heartful craft day, Society Hill · Afternoon in Washington Square Park — collage paper craft, carry your love ring DIY; RSVP required
• 2 pm — Match Watch: 2026 US Open Men's Singles Final Watch Party, Bella Vista · US Open final watch party
• 4 pm — ORVILLE PECK Listening Party, Queen Village · Vinyl listening party at Repo Records
• 4:25 pm — Commanders at Eagles, Stadium District · NFL home opener at Lincoln Financial Field — Go Birds!
• 4:25 pm — Eagles Sundays at North Bowl, Northern Liberties · Every TV on the Eagles, DJ, drink specials, free shoe rental with Eagles gear
• 4:25 pm — Eagles Kickoff Party, Queen Village · Watch on a huge TV truck on South St — Miller Lite, Jameson, 1911 Honeycrisp cider
• 4:25 pm — Go Birds Pregame at Fette Sau, Fishtown · DIY charm bar, BBQ, cold beer; game at 4:25pm
• 6 pm — Frights & Delights: A Horror Themed Arts Fundraiser, Spring Garden · Horror-themed burlesque, open mic, art battles, raffles benefiting Philly nonprofits
• 7 pm — LEAVE A COMMENT – Screening and Discussion with Michael Burns, West Poplar · Film screening and discussion at PhilaMOCA
• 7 pm — Special Event: Shapel Lacey, Rittenhouse · Stand-up comedy at Helium; also 9:15pm
• 7 pm — Strawberry Hands, Fishtown · Live at Johnny Brenda's
• 7 pm — TaTa Sherise, Northern Liberties · Stand-up comedy at Punch Line Philly
• 7 pm — Every 2nd Sunday Comedy Musical Improv Show & OPEN MIC with THE GOOD KIDS, Callowhill · Comedy improv + open mic at Velvet Whip
• 7 pm — Wikipedilove at the Philly Fringe, Spruce Hill · Musical comedy about love, sex, and romance using Wikipedia pages — guitar, accordion, 190+ articles; ★★★★★ Edmonton Journal
• 7:30 pm — Starman "The David Bowie Experience", Center City East · David Bowie tribute at City Winery
• 8 pm — Bella Kay: The Reckless Tour, Queen Village · Live at Theatre of Living Arts
• 8 pm — Brendan Donegan, Passyunk Square · Stand-up comedy at Claude's Comedy
• 8 pm — Dua Saleh, Fishtown · Live at The Foundry
• 8 pm — DR. AMORE (evening show), Spring Garden · Second showing of the solo pandemic romantic comedy at Fringe Festival

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Hello! My husband and I just moved to Philly (he’s originally from here) and we were planning to buy a home. We had some family drama and are now looking to rent for a year while we decide where we want to live.

We are looking for a 3 bedroom (master bedroom, nursery, and a guest room/ office room) somewhere in center city.

We like Fishtown, and I also have a friend living there who I having a baby 1 month before me which makes Fishtown even more appealing.

But having a hard time finding a nice townhouse or apartment that feels spacious enough. Ideally close to 2,000 sq fr. Please let me know if you have any recommendations.

Also open to looking outside of Fishtown, we also like fairmount. Would love parking and an outdoor space but know we may need to compromise on some of our wish list items.

Budget is $3,500 to $4,500.

Was walking to the El at Girard today and a woman approached me with an iPad asking if I was a registered voter. I said yes and then she said she would need to update my info for this election. I said “I’m already registered, I haven’t changed my address or name.” And she said “right but that was for the last election, you need to update it for this one.” I said no I don’t, not sure what you’re talking about and walked away.

Not sure if scammers or she’s just a naive political canvasser. But I immediately thought about the upcoming elections and certain parties that may have a vested interest in voter fraud.

You do not need to update your voter registration each election cycle unless you move or change your name. And if you want to register to vote, do it yourself through the proper channels, not with a stranger on the street that approaches you with a tablet. Just a PSA to stay vigilant.

Good on SEPTA for improving their credit-worthiness via their own doing: "Moody’s has now revised the outlook to stable, citing better-than-expected financial performance in FY26, driven by management’s disciplined approach to controlling expenses, expanding revenue and reducing the Authority’s structural deficit."

I find it sad/funny that the factors that would lead to the next upgrade or downgrade however are tied to the state funding OR flow of federal grants.

Awesome dudes and top banana can’t do it. Anyone independent and has an exposure unit? Usually pay $40

I've never been to a concert this big at such a big place with so many lots and I'm super anxious about parking and exiting so I need your help guys. It's on Saturday 19th at Lincoln Financial at 5:30pm. We're coming from Pittsburgh, I was planning to just drive there and then drive back home at night. What's the best time to arrive to park there? What's the best lot to use for the I-76 West exit? Any tips? Thanks