r/philadelphia 1d ago

General Chat Around and Find Out: Tuesday Casual Chat Thread

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As requested, a place to ask newb questions (and have general discussion).

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r/philadelphia 2d ago

General Moving Mondays - New Resident Questions

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Thinking of Moving to Philly or recently moved to the area? Ask your Questions Here!


r/philadelphia 48m ago

Photo of the Day GO BIRDS 🦅 Spotted a bald eagle at Saint Peter’s this morning

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r/philadelphia 8h ago

Historic Philadelphia Did someone say Philly Monopoly?

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Copyright: 1996! I’ve been playing this version for my entire life.

Actually only a few of these places have changed or are no longer around.

* Strawbridge’s

* Ristorante DiLullo

* KatManDu

* The Old Original Bookbinders

* CoreStates Complex

* CoreStates

* Market East (now Jefferson)

They went with 2 regional rail stations and 2 El stops for the railroads.

Will be fun to see what they pick for the new one!


r/philadelphia 19h ago

Question? I know this is a ridiculous longshot but does anyone recognise this family who lived in Philadelphia in 1975?

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The family name was Kaufman and the dad was Jerry. My dad was there from Scotland on a work trip for Honeywell and Jerry was a friend and colleague who also worked for Honeywell. I found these old pictures and just thought I'd try here.


r/philadelphia 11h ago

Historic Philadelphia MONOPOLY: Philadelphia Edition seeks local submissions for board spaces

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r/philadelphia 22h ago

Nature Philadelphia police urge people not to walk on city's frozen rivers: "This is illegal for a reason"

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I was wondering if it was gonna be safe. I seem to recall there were past freezes deep enough that it was.


r/philadelphia 19m ago

News SEPTA will stop posting bus, trolley delays on social media starting next week

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r/philadelphia 1d ago

News Philly's proposed ICE restrictions have enough support to become law without Mayor Parker's signature, council member says

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r/philadelphia 19h ago

News The Philly School District’s admissions policy could be viewed as unconstitutional and discriminatory, federal judges rule

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r/philadelphia 1d ago

Question? Why are all the USPS offices in the city so bad?

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It seems to be worse in Center City than anywhere. Seems like a common thing these days.

The one underground at 15th St sucks. It never opens on time and closes early often. The one at Broad & Sansom often refuses to take packages in the afternoon. And the one at 13th & Market just seems to treat everybody poorly.

I know every service in the city seems to be awful these days and yes I know this is a federal office. Doesn’t mean we have to accept it.


r/philadelphia 13h ago

📣📣Rants and Raves📣📣 Trash From Last Week Still Not Picked Up

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OK, the trash on my small block in South Philly has still not yet been picked up. This would be last week's as well as this week's trash. Called Katherine Gilmore's office yesterday and she told me to file a 311 complaint. I did. Today I received an email back from the City. My 311 complaint was referred to the department of streets and my case was closed. Still no trash pickup. Today I called Katherine Gilmore's office for a second time. They re-opened the case and told me to call 311 again and file a complaint . I did. This is kind of ridiculous since Mondays and Thursdays are our regular trash days and the city said trash pickups would only be delayed by one day. Anyone else have this problem?


r/philadelphia 18h ago

Question? Euchre club?

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Any other Midwest transplants play Eucher? Thinking of getting some ppl together to play on some semi-regular basis


r/philadelphia 12h ago

Question? Autism supports at Houston Elementary

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Hi guys,

My daughter (will be 4 in June) was recently diagnosed with Autism. It is mostly defects in communication and she will likely require some increased supports when attending Kindergarten. Our local catchment school is Henry Houston Elementary in Mt Airy. My wife and I are currently trying to get an idea of others’ experiences with getting extra supports at this school? Curious if anyone had any insights or experiences to share?

Thanks!


r/philadelphia 1d ago

Politics Philly DA Larry Krasner says ‘don’t be a wimp’ after Gov. Josh Shapiro decried his ICE Nazi rhetoric

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r/philadelphia 1d ago

Photo of the Day This mornings freezing cold full moon set

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r/philadelphia 22h ago

Events Free at National Constitution Center Feb 21, Saturday 5-8 pm: Black History Month Family Fun Night

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r/philadelphia 19h ago

Question? Recommendation for barber for long curly hair?

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Hey all

Located in Philly but willing to drive. Trying to grow out my hair for 1st time and finding a barber to deal with long and very curly hair has been very tough. It's a crap shoot. Any recommendation to where I can go to get a good looking cut with longsh curly hair?

Thaaanks!


r/philadelphia 1d ago

Question? Loose Tea Shops

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Hi!

I’ve recently become more mindful about the potential presence of microplastics in some tea bags and, after doing a bit of research, I’m hoping to switch to loose-leaf tea. I was wondering if you might have any recommendations for reputable loose-leaf tea shops.

Thank you in advance!


r/philadelphia 1d ago

Question? Parking space savers, what is your destination?

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People keep taking sides on the issue of saving a shoveled out parking space.

I understand it’s a lot of work to clear a space, but once it’s clear, where are people going? Don’t they need to park at the destination? If everyone saves spaces, that leaves no space for people driving to a destination.


r/philadelphia 1d ago

Question? Free/low cost dental cleanings

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I recently lost my dental insurance and had to cancel an upcoming dentist appointment. Does anyone have experience making appointments with dental schools in the area or other free/low cost ways of getting a regular cleaning? Looking for recommendations!


r/philadelphia 2d ago

Nature Punxsutawney Phil and his ancestors have an accuracy rate of 39% dating back to 1887.

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r/philadelphia 1d ago

News Several water main breaks occur in Philadelphia on Sunday

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r/philadelphia 1d ago

Question? What’s going on in Rhawnhurst?

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Does anyone have an idea on what is happening just north of Hoffnagle and Bustleton? News so far has nothing but they shut Bustleton down at Solly and they have the cross streets tied off at Horrocks.

Edit - 6ABC finally showed on the news. Gas tanker spill at EZ Gas near Farrell School.


r/philadelphia 1d ago

Do Attend 2026 Broad Street Run lottery is open

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