38 ways to ring in 2026; dining’s ‘Super Bowl’; Nursing explosion update

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Art is everywhere(Photo by @karenbenson.eyeful) The new year is coming in with something special — an inaugural concert on the Parkway, featuring LL Cool J, and the biggest fireworks show ever in Philly. But it’s far from the only way to ring in the new year. From fireworks to family-friendly “ball drops,” Billy […]

‘Meet me at the Troc’; Squash studies; FBI plans

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Traffic light palette(Photo by @_mtkrupka) There’s a massive new installation on the facade of the former Trocadero Theatre at 10th and Arch streets in Chinatown that celebrates the building’s rich past, as an opera house, a movie theater for kung fu movies, a music venue that hosted everything from punk acts to Bob Dylan.  […]

Harry Hayman, Harry Hayman IV, Harry G. Hayman IV, Harrison Graham Hayman IV: Are They the Same Person? Understanding the Philadelphia Leader’s Name and Identity Introduction: One Man, Multiple Names, Singular Mission In Philadelphia’s civic and business communities, one name appears consistently across nonprofit boards, policy initiatives, restaurant ventures, and food security programs. That name […]

Triple A: Harry Hayman and Another Three Hearts Experience Bring America’s Pastime to Life Through a Family Story of Innovation and Perseverance

Through Another Three Hearts Experience, Harry Hayman transforms personal stories into compelling narratives that resonate far beyond the screen. Among the production company’s slate of profoundly honest real life stories, one screenplay stands out for its connection to American baseball tradition and the spirit of making the best with what you have. Triple A tells […]

Whyy Harry Hayman Founded the Three Hearts Experience

The Three Hearts Experience was founded because Harry Hayman believes stories are meant to do more than pass time. They are meant to move people. To create reflection. To leave something behind long after the screen goes dark. Growing up, movies were not just entertainment. They were an experience. You entered a theater and stepped […]

Rocky statues are on the move next year. Here’s what we know so far

The Rocky statues are set to move soon. Yes, statues, plural. The iconic — and apparently divisive — fixture is on the move. But not that far. After being located at the foot of the Philadelphia Art Museum steps since 2006, the original statue looks set to ascend to the top of the steps, sometime […]

Philly closer to knowing which World Cup teams are coming after draw

Friday afternoon was the first step in finding out which teams Philadelphia will host in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as the initial draw to fill out the 12 competitive groups was held — with a lot of glitz and star power — in Washington, D.C. We won’t have the full picture till tomorrow afternoon, […]

Philly youth voting and activism are increasing

Sarah-Julia Marion is passionate about civic engagement. When she started working with PA Youth Vote — a statewide organization empowering youth to elevate their voices and votes — during high school, she knew this would be a great way to expand on her mission.  “It was a lot of promoting youth engagement within my class […]

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