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Philadelphia wants to make a mural of "real life Rockys"
Philly tourism and art officials are looking for "real life Rockys" to feature in a mural to be unveiled at RockyFest in December.Why it matters: Becoming an honorary Rocky is on every Philadelphian's bucket list.Driving the news: The Philadelphia Visitors Center Corporation and Mural Arts are looking for four locals who "embody the Rocky story" of grit, resilience and perseverance to be part of a mural designed by artist Ash Ryan.They're accepting submissions through Friday, Oct. 25, for anyone who has the "Eye of the Tiger."Nominees should have an inspirational story, be involved in their community and display determination, heart, compassion and Philly pride.What they're saying: The competition celebrates the city's "unsung heroes who make Philadelphia a better place," Kathryn Ott Lovell, president of Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, said in a news release.What's next: RockyFest runs Dec. 3-8, kicking off with Rocky Day to celebrate the release of the original 1976 Oscar-winning film.
Historic Old City bank will soon house an immersive multi-disciplinary art experience
A wall-breaking ceremony took place last week at the 19th-century Manufacturers National Bank along North 3rd Street. There was a shower of fake money, a bank burglar aerialist dangling from the rafters, and actors portraying bank tellers.
FYI Philly's guide to scary good Halloween fun, eats around Philadelphia
Alicia Vitarelli and TaRhonda Thomas show you spooky good fun to fill your Halloween needs around the region.Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary returns with spooky funHalloween Nights is a massive festival, covering the entire 10-acre complex of the historic Eastern State Penitentiary.You can choose your own adventure-from haunted houses to themed bars and lounges, live entertainment, history tours and a kaleidoscope hall.If you want to make it super scary, make a stop at the opt-in booth and grab a glow necklace.That signals that you've opted in for a more intense experience.There are five haunted houses: a 3D haunt called...
Philly’s first permanent mural about voting is all about hope
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. After years of promoting voting with pop-up signs and murals around Election Day, Philadelphia now has a permanent mural to always remind residents of the power of voting.
Conservation meets ‘ethical’ hunting: John Heinz Refuge hosts mentored deer hunts
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. In the early hours of a crisp fall morning, several novice and experienced hunters gathered at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge for the Mentored Deer Archery Hunt. The annual event spans four separate weekends and brings together aspiring and professional archers for a controlled hunt that regulates the deer population at the Tinicum refuge.
Philadelphians suspect new Love Park art installation is viral 'portal'
A bright, shiny structure new to Love Park has been making Philadelphia residents stop and stare.It's garnered mixed reactions from those just passing by."It's kind of like art. It's kind of thought-provoking," commented Stan Karkowski from St. Paul, Minnesota."I'm from Minnesota, so it kind of looks like a hockey puck with a hole in it.""It reminds me of the scary movie 'The Ring.' Like the girl is going to climb out of it or something like that," added Brett Sommerer from Northeast Philadelphia.Some say they have an idea of what this new piece of art may be."I just saw this...
'Luminaries,' new Girls High mural honoring alumna Jill Scott unveiled as a 'beacon' of possibility for Philadelphia students
Philadelphia’s own Jill Scott returned to her alma mater for the unveiling of a new mural celebrating her. The Grammy Award-winning Girl’s High alumna said it was the honor of a lifetime, and she fought back tears throughout the day.
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