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  • Killer of Cherry Hill vet gets 30 years | Inquirer South Jersey

    Good morning, South Jersey.

    Can you do us a favor? Ask Curious South Jersey anything that’s been on your mind about the region. Our reporters might just pick it up. I’m sure you have questions, and we want to provide more coverage relevant to you. Let’s help each other.

    Now, let’s dive into today’s news.

    The man who fatally stabbed a Cherry Hill veterinarian was sentenced Thursday to 30 years in prison.

    And Mount Laurel School District chose a longtime Cherry Hill education leader as its new superintendent.

    Plus, the Ben Franklin Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic tomorrow, and more news of the day.

    — Taylor Allen (southjersey@inquirer.com)

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    ‘Your life is officially over’

    The man who killed a beloved Cherry Hill veterinarian at his home in 2024 was sentenced to 30 years in prison without parole on Thursday.

    Michael Anthony, a divorced father of two, was found on his front lawn stabbed multiple times. Prosectors believe Cristian Custodio-Aquino drove across the country from Portland, Ore., in a jealous rage to kill Anthony, who was his ex-partner’s new partner.

    At sentencing, Anthony’s family members and partner shared heartfelt words in his memory.

    His teenage son did not mince words to his father’s killer.

    “Your life is officially over,” Henry Anthony said. “I honestly wonder what your reason for living will be for the next 30 years.”

    Reporter Jesse Bunch has more details about the day in court.

    Meet Mount Laurel’s new superintendent

    Mount Laurel public schools tapped longtime Cherry Hill educator Neil Burti to step into the role of superintendent starting Aug. 1.

    Burti has more than 25 years of experience as an educator and administrator. He will succeed George Rafferty, who is set to retire after helming the district for a decade.

    While serving at Cherry Hill Public Schools, Burti had roles in all levels of leadership and was most recently the director of secondary education for the school district.

    The Inquirer’s Lacey Latch has more on Mount Laurel’s new education leader.

    What to know today

    🧠 Trivia time

    Holman Automotive was founded more than a century ago in Camden County, but in which borough?

    A) Somerdale

    B) Merchantville

    C) Brooklawn

    D) Tavistock

    Think you know? Check your answer.

    What we’re …

    🎺 Anticipating: ReBirth Brass Band’s performance at XPoNential Music Festival at Wiggins Park in Camden this September.

    🏠 Exploring: The history of the several Lustron Homes made of steel that were sold to Jersey buyers.

    🍿 Making: Bets on which TV shows will win at the Emmys now that the nominations are out.

    🏖️ Down the Shore

    This feature appears as part of our weekly summertime series from Shore reporter Amy S. Rosenberg. Subscribe to her free Down the Shore newsletter here.

    We asked readers about why they’re willing to wait in long lines while on vacation via the Shore Line group chat. Yes, some say they would never, but others were surprisingly sentimental about it.

    Here are a few of the responses:

    I’ll wait in a longer line down the shore. It’s tradition and fun to meet people in line.

    Standing in line for ice cream is a social event as well as eating the ice cream. Also, the ice cream is usually special.

    It is akin to vacation time. No schedule; fun time. You just want go enjoy and socialize. Standing in line is a part of that experience and considered acceptable for that reason.

    What are some traditions you’ll do regardless of how long it takes? Email Rosenberg at downtheshore@inquirer.com.

    📸 Photo of the week

    Dave Balog of Mullica Hill makes his way to his truck in the flooded parking lot at the Ferry Avenue PATCO station in Camden on Monday.Tom Gralish / Staff Photographer

    Officials described Monday’s flooding in Camden as the worst they’ve seen in the city.

    And that’s all I have for you. Enjoy your weekend! I’ll be back in your inbox on Monday morning. 📧

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  • 🥭 A secret mango trade | Morning Newsletter

    It’s Friday, Philly.

    The city broke a 74-year-old rain record on Thursday. As for today, patchy fog is in the forecast, along with a chance of storms in the evening.

    In our main read, we followed the trail of premium mangoes to learn how they got from Pakistan to the Philadelphia area.

    And could “King James” himself really become a Sixer? We built a way to gauge the chances en vivo.

    Plus, Philadelphia firefighters blasted a new contract that leaves them behind police on pay, and more news of the day.

    — Paola Pérez (morningnewsletter@inquirer.com)

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    Juicy secret

    Consider the mango out of the bag.

    🥭 Pakistani mangoes, approved for import in 2010, are hard to come by in the U.S. due to high transport costs, customs restrictions, and their short shelf life.

    🥭 But a network of dealers across the country makes it possible for people to enjoy the highly coveted fruit. Mango middlemen sell them through WhatsApp groups at a premium.

    🥭 A father-son duo of a Delco farmers market talked to The Inquirer about what it took to navigate this high-stakes network, and the satisfaction of acquiring the sweet fruit. “It smells like you’re in Pakistan, that’s how fresh they are,” Musa Khan told food reporter Hira Qureshi.

    Read on about the secretive supply chain.

    LeBron vibe check

    At 41, basketball superstar LeBron James is considering several suitors for his 24th season with the NBA, and insiders are reporting that Philly is among the top destinations.

    But is it at all likely for him to join the Sixers? 🤞

    Enter the Bron-O-Meter. We built it to keep our finger on the pulse of the latest reporting, analysis, and speculation surrounding the all-time great’s moves.

    It’s wholly unscientific, but with the rumor mill working overtime, the tool lets us peep the evolving possibility that he may or may not come to South Broad.

    Scope out the current vibes for yourself.

    What you should know today

    • Philly firefighters and paramedics will receive smaller wage increases than police officers got for the first time in two decades. The head of the union said the new contract is a “middle finger” to the city’s emergency medical personnel.
    • An Oregon man was sentenced to 30 years in prison Thursday for fatally stabbing a beloved South Jersey veterinarian at the vet’s Cherry Hill home.
    • Police officers in one of Philadelphia’s largest districts frequently failed to activate their body-worn cameras during encounters that department policy required them to record, according to a new audit.
    • SEPTA is trading Glenside Regional Rail riders three scheduled daytime trains for new off-peak options, more train cars, and new schedules aimed at preventing delays.
    • Bryce Harper declined to comment Thursday on an Inquirer report that FanDuel sent a personalized video of him to a VIP bettor with a gambling addiction.
    • A New York-based developer who outbid real estate investor Dean Adler and Philadelphia’s PMC Property Group for control of the huge office complex at Centre Square has decided to walk away from the property.
    • In a rare move, Pennsylvania’s two senators have created a joint fundraising committee that would allow them to split money from donors who want to give to both of their campaigns, despite being members of different parities.
    • Scrap iron, one of the Philadelphia area’s biggest exports, is plagued by battery fires, junkyard and port operators say.
    • The Ben Franklin Bridge will be closed to vehicles for much of Saturday, allowing pedestrians to walk the span’s roadway. Here are the details of the party shutting down the bridge.

    Plus: What does it take to get a historical marker in Pennsylvania?

    Welcome back to Curious Philly Friday. We’ll feature both new and timeless stories from our forum for readers to ask about the city’s quirks.

    This week, we’re resurfacing an explainer from 2024 on how to nominate a person, place, or event to be immortalized on a blue-and-yellow plaque.

    More than 320 historical markers line the streets of Philadelphia, and about two dozen new ones join the ranks annually, according to the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Here’s what they told us about the process.

    Have your own burning question about Philadelphia, its local oddities, or how the region works? Submit it here and you might find the answer featured in this space.

    🧠 Trivia time

    Will Smith was ready to go home on the night of the July 4 Parkway concert following bad weather. Then, he said he got a call from Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, pleading for a late-night concert. When recounting this on stage, Smith affectionately referred to the mayor by this nickname:

    A) “Mrs. Mayor”

    B) “Fresh Princess”

    C) “Aunty Cherelle”

    D) “Cherelle-ton Banks”

    Think you know? Test your local news know-how and check your answer in our weekly quiz.

    P.S. Yesterday’s trivia link was wrong. Sorry about that! Here is the correct story (and solution): The Vances added a chicken coop to the vice president’s residence.

    What we’re…

    🎸 Rocking out to: Concerts in Philly this week, featuring a triumvirate of legends and much more.

    🧺 Curious about: Why Philly’s chefs and bartenders are gathering black walnuts this week.

    📖 Reading: The real (and more complicated) story on the Delco library that made headlines for a “borrowed book returned after 100 years.”

    🩻 Hearing from experts: The reasons behind a perceived prevalence of cancer right now.

    🥙 Anticipating: The award-winning Emmett in Kensington is opening a second restaurant — upstairs.

    🧩 Unscramble the anagram

    Hint: Large physician-owned group

    ANDORRA PHOTOCHEMIST

    Email us if you know the answer. We’ll select a reader at random to shout out here.

    Cheers to Jeanne Maier, who solved Thursday’s anagram: The Schmitter. The iconic sandwich is making its triumphant return to Citizens Bank Park for the All-Star game.

    Photo of the day

    Margaret Lord, founder of Music With Miss Margaret, makes bubbles at Rittenhouse Square. Lord hosts bubble shows around the city for children and toddlers to enjoy.Aidan T. Gallo / Staff Photographer

    Thanks for reading, and have a great weekend when you get there.

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  • Duck off the pond | Sports Daily Newsletter

    The Flyers shocked the hockey world last week when they tendered a historic offer sheet to Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson. Front-loaded with a hefty signing bonus, it carried an average annual value of $18 million, the biggest in the NHL.

    It, in Mike Sielski’s words, represented a sharp, strong machete, capable of cutting through thick jungle vines in pursuit of treasure — in this case, a first Stanley Cup since 1974-75.

    But on Thursday, the Ducks announced that they had matched the offer sheet, making the 21-year-old Carlsson the highest-paid player in the NHL.

    We won’t be getting Carlsson as a Flyer, but we will be getting Bryce Harper in the Home Run Derby. So at least there’ll be some fireworks.

    So now, Danny Brière’s search for treasure — and a top-line center — just got a bit longer.

    — Maria McIlwain, @phillysport, sports.daily@inquirer.com.

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    ❓If you could pick any player, past or present, to immediately join the Flyers, who would it be and why? Email us back for a chance to be featured in the newsletter.

    Shoot for the stars

    Jimmy Amplo is a rising senior at the Shipley School.The Shipley School

    At first, Jimmy Amplo thought his coach was joking.

    The rising senior at the Shipley School in Norristown will be one of eight high schoolers nationwide who will compete in the MLB All-Star High School Home Run Derby.

    The event has featured future stars like Bobby Witt Jr., Jordan Walker, Riley Greene and Phillies prospect Aidan Miller.

    Now Amplo, who earned his spot after hitting a ball 106.9 mph in June, will take his turn in the batter’s box at Citizens Bank Park.

    As Citizens Bank Park becomes a temporary home for some of the league’s top players, the Pennsylvania Convention Center will welcome fans to MLB’s All-Star Village, beginning on Saturday. Here’s everything you need to know before your visit to four-day baseball experience.

    Next: The All-Star festivities start today with the HBCU Swingman Classic at Citizens Bank Park (7 p.m., MLB Network). Matt Breen rounds up everything you need to know about the baseball spectacle descending upon Philly.

    Luzardo leaves no doubt

    Jesús Luzardo pitched seven scoreless innings on Thursday.Carolyn Kaster

    Jesús Luzardo made his final start on Thursday before his first All-Star Game appearance next week, and he turned in a performance worthy of the honor. Luzardo pitched seven scoreless innings in the Phillies’ shutout win over the Reds.

    Before the game, the Phillies’ bullpen had a few more shuffles, with Tanner Banks going on the injured list with a left forearm strain and Chase Shugart being recalled.

    Next: The Phillies head north to face Detroit in their final series before the break. Aaron Nola (3-6, 5.87 ERA) is scheduled to start tonight’s series opener (6:40 p.m., NBCSP) against Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty (2-8, 4.60).

    What we’re …

    🏀 Learning: That Penn State and Pitt will renew their rivalry as part of the Palestra’s 100th birthday celebration.

    📚 Reading: The Havertown native whose Philly basketball roots helped him land an assistant coaching job for Syracuse basketball.

    🦅 Watching: To see which newcomers crack the 53-man roster. We’ll meet Cole Wisniewski and Elijah Mitchell in today’s installment of our series.

    Philon’s big debut

    Labaron Philon Jr. dropped 18 points and seven assists in summer league debut for the Sixers.Tom Gralish / Staff Photographer

    Labaron Philon Jr., whom the 76ers took 22nd overall last month in the NBA draft’s first round, compiled 18 points and seven assists in a 101-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons Thursday afternoon at Cox Pavillon. Afterward, summer league coach T.J. DiLeo called the Sixers rookie “a gamer.”

    What are the current chances of LeBron James joining the Sixers? Check out this Bron-O-Meter as we calculate the likelihood of James bringing his talents to South Street.

    Next: After a day off, summer league action at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas continues Saturday vs. the Indiana Pacers (5:30 p.m., Prime Video).

    Union back in action

    Union forward Milan Iloski kicks the soccer ball during a corner against the San Jose Earthquakes at Subaru Park in Chester, Pa., on Saturday, March 7, 2026.Yong Kim / Staff Photographer

    Though the World Cup continues into next week, Thursday presented a glimpse of what the Union might look like when its MLS season resumes on July 22 with interim manager Ryan Richter at the helm.

    The team held a friendly against the New England Revolution, which was interrupted by two weather delays because of lightning and thunder. The Inquirer’s Owen Hewitt was there and offers three takeaways from the exhibition match.

    The World Cup may have left Philly and the U.S. may have bowed out of the tournament, but the party’s still going with four free concerts at the FIFA Fan Fest at Lemon Hill.

    Next: The Union are back in action on July 22 against the New York Red Bulls at Subaru Park (7:30 p.m., Apple TV).

    Our best sports 📸 of the week

    There were festivities before a FIFA World Cup round of 16 match between Paraguay and France on July 4 at Philadelphia Stadium (aka Lincoln Financial Field).Jose F. Moreno / Staff Photographer

    Each Friday, Inquirer photo editors will pick our best shots from the last seven days and share them with you, our readers. This week, photos include a World Cup heartbreak, preparations underway for the MLB All-Star Game, and gravity-defying skills.

    What you’re saying about the Sixers

    We asked: Even if LeBron James signs elsewhere, do you think the Sixers have done enough to finally make it past the second round of the playoffs?

    The Sixers have a much better bench than I’ve seen in awhile. Maxey and Edgecombe lead a better starting five last season, and it should be better this season even without LeBron. But it’s just not ready to challenge the Knicks and Celtics without him. And I’m not even factoring in Embiid because he would have to duplicate his MVP year to make the whole thing work. — Mike R.

    With the addition of Jaylen Brown and the maturing of VJ Edgecombe and other young players I think they will finally take down the Knicks this coming season. You used the term biblical proportion in your intro this morning, but remember when Moses came he had the biblical name where Lebron does not. And consider that LeBron is 41 years old and has not won a championship since 2020. — Everett S.

    My heart says yes, the Sixers have enough to compete, but my gut says no, given Joel Embiid’s inability to stay on the court. Both Maxey and VJ logged too many minutes last season filling Embiid’s absence. LeBron would provide leadership and take some pressure off of the core. What is the alternative — Ben Simmons as a facilitator? — Bob C.

    We compiled today’s newsletter using reporting from Jackie Spiegel, Gabriela Carroll, Mike Sielski, Ariel Simpson, Becca O’Reilly, Lochlahn March, Conor Smith, Lauren Jones, Jeff Neiburg, Gina Mizell, Sam Morris, Matt Mullin, Owen Hewitt, Kerith Gabriel, and The Inquirer’s photography staff.

    By submitting your written, visual, and/or audio contributions, you agree to The Inquirer’s Terms of Use, including the grant of rights in Section 10.

    That’s it for this week! Thank you for reading along, and Isabella will be back in your inboxes on Monday morning. Have a great weekend! — Maria

  • ⚾ All-Star Week comes to Philly | Things to do

    ⚾ All-Star Week comes to Philly | Things to do

    The wait is finally over.

    More than seven years after MLB announced the All-Star Game would come to Philadelphia for the nation’s 250th birthday, baseball’s midsummer classic is nearly here.

    All-Star Week kicks off Friday at Citizens Bank Park and continues through Tuesday, with the HBCU Swingman Classic, MLB draft, All-Star Village, Futures Game, Home Run Derby, red carpet, and the All-Star Game itself.

    I’m Sam Ruland, filling in or Earl this week. Let’s dive in.

    Also in this week’s edition:

    — Sam Ruland (Email me at thingstodo@inquirer.com)

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    Your MLB All-Star Week playbook

    The Schmitter sandwich displayed at the All Star Games Media Preview to showcase All-Star Week Events, New Food, and Commemorative Bell at the Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa., on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.Tyger Williams / Staff Photographer

    Citizens Bank Park is about to become the center of the baseball world.

    Matt Breen has everything you need to know about All-Star Week, from Friday’s HBCU Swingman Classic to Tuesday’s All-Star Game. There’s also All-Star Village at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Futures Game, MLBx All-Star 3-on-3, and Monday’s Home Run Derby.

    And because this is Philadelphia, food matters, too. Michael Klein reports that McNally’s Tavern’s signature Schmitter is returning to Citizens Bank Park for All-Star festivities after a decade away, joining exclusive ballpark food, local chef collaborations, and limited-edition merch.

    Read our complete MLB All-Star Week guide and food preview here.

    The best things to do this week

    🍿 Get weird in Phoenixville: Blobfest returns this weekend with movie scene recreations, stage shows, competitions, costumes, and plenty of love for the 1958 cult classic The Blob. Tickets are required, so plan ahead.

    🫐 Berry good summer fun: Blueberry season is in full swing at Linvilla Orchards, where Saturday’s festival includes berry picking, magic shows, a pie-eating contest, treats, and more.

    🎨 Graffiti goes underground: A new exhibit in Suburban Station brings together 250 graffiti artists responding to the semiquincentennial.

    💃 Celebrate Mantua: Miles Mack Playground comes alive Saturday with dance performances, lessons, drill teams, PHILADANCO, food trucks, vendors, and giveaways.

    📅 My calendar picks this week: Blobfest, getting my hands on a Schmitter, and strolling the Ben Franklin Bridge. Here’s our full list of calendar picks for the week.

    A birthday party for the Ben Franklin Bridge

    As seen from Camden’s Pyne Poynt Park, fireworks light up the skies, behind the Ben Franklin Bridge, on Saturday, June 27, 2026.Elizabeth Robertson / Staff Photographer

    Fourth of July may be over, but there’s still one big celebration left. The Benjamin Franklin Bridge turns 100 this month, and Saturday’s free celebration will close the span to vehicle traffic while opening the roadway to pedestrians.

    Expect food trucks, live entertainment, family activities, historical displays, and a rare chance to walk across one of the region’s most iconic landmarks.

    Before you go, read our guide to road closures, parking, and transit options. And if you need another reason to appreciate the bridge, Stephanie Farr makes the case that the Ben Franklin is more than just a way to get from Point A to Point B — it’s one of the region’s most underrated destinations.

    Read our complete bridge guide and Stephanie’s column here.

    Summer fun this week and beyond

    🏮 Lanterns light up Franklin Square: The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival is back with dozens of handcrafted displays, including soccer-themed lanterns honoring the World Cup.

    🍹 Sip the summeriest Philly cocktail: The water ice martini has gone from South Philly secret to full-blown summer drink trend. Here’s where to find boozy water ice around town.

    🌊 Eat down the shore: Craig LaBan’s latest Shore dining guide runs from LBI to Margate, with sub shops, upscale cocktails, pizza, soul food, and sweet BYOBs.

    🎢 Plan a shore field trip: Ocean City and Somers Point make an ideal summer pairing: boardwalk nostalgia, Castaway Cove rides, homemade ice cream, bayside bars, speedboat rides, and some of the best pizza in New Jersey.

    🪩 Hit the waterfront: Spruce Street Harbor Park and Summerfest are both open for the season with hammocks, games, roller skating, mini golf, carnival rides, and plenty of ways to cool off by the river.

    Staffer picks

    Here’s a list of the best concerts happening this week from our music critic Dan DeLuca.

    🎤 Thursday: Patti LaBelle brings the America 250 celebration to the Dell Music Center with Avery Sunshine, Jeff Bradshaw, and Pieces of a Dream.

    🎸 Friday: Dave Matthews Band returns to Camden for its annual two-night summer stand. Reminder: The Ben Franklin Bridge closure is Saturday, so check your route if you’re heading to night two.

    🎶 Friday: Philly bands Hurry and Sad13 celebrate new releases at Johnny Brenda’s.

    🤠 Saturday: Megan Moroney brings her country-pop hits to Xfinity Mobile Arena.

    🎻 Saturday: Rick Ross marks the 20th anniversary of Port of Miami with the Renaissance Orchestra at the Met Philly.

    🎸 Tuesday: Bob Dylan comes to TD Pavilion at the Mann with Jimmie Vaughan & the Tilt-a-Whirl Band and Brittney Spencer.

    ❓Pop quiz

    The Schmitter is returning to Citizens Bank Park for MLB All-Star Week. What Chestnut Hill tavern created the signature Philly sandwich?

    a) McNally’s Tavern

    b) McGillin’s Olde Ale House

    c) Triangle Tavern

    d) Dirty Frank’s

    Here’s the answer to last week’s question: What year did the first Independence Day celebration take place in Philadelphia? Answer: 1777

    Ask Earl anything (when he returns)

    Earl’s starting something new for the newsletter, and he wants your participation.

    Many of you have questions about each week’s listings, and others about Philly’s arts, culture, and entertainment scene.

    He has you covered. Have a question? Email him for a chance to have it answered in an upcoming newsletter.

    All right, folks! That’s all for this week’s edition of Things to Do. Whether you’re headed to the ballpark, the bridge, the Shore, or just somewhere with cold water ice, enjoy the weekend.

    — Sam Ruland

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  • 🍦 Is waiting in line the point? | Down the Shore

    🍦 Is waiting in line the point? | Down the Shore

    Here we are, Fourth of July in the rearview mirror. Hang on, make those beach plans because it’ll be Labor Day before you know it.

    It was a long holiday weekend that had towns and beaches bursting at the seams (also my house, with guests). But the heat that descended on Philly — and the towns just over the bridge from the Shore — never made it to the beach.

    Nights cooled off for fireworks, and the daytime breezes stayed blissfully cool off the ocean. Sorry if you missed it, but the Shore was mostly just lovely.

    Which I guess made those ridiculous lines you all waited in — for coffee, for doughnuts, for subs, for ice cream — a bit more bearable?

    What is it about being on vacation that makes it tolerable to wait an hour for coffee in Ventnor, for doughnuts in Margate, for ice cream in Stone Harbor?

    We asked our ever-ready group of Shore Line texters (sign up here) about these wild waits, and while some swore they’d never partake, or only go on off-hours, or find a way to circumvent, others made the case that those lines have actually become a sentimental, even enjoyable, part of their Shore journey. Here’s a sampling:

    I’ll wait in a longer line down the shore. It’s tradition and fun to meet people in line.

    It is akin to vacation time. No schedule; fun time. You just want go enjoy and socialize. Standing in line is a part of that experience and considered acceptable for that reason.

    Only for Springer’s Ice Cream or The Lobster House. Hanging out on the wharf waiting for The Lobster House is as much fun as eating at The Lobster House!

    Welcome to summers at the shore. The one thing you can count on is lines at the ice cream establishments. I often kid that, at a certain time on the weekends, an imaginary bell goes off and people rush out to get ice cream. No way around it.

    Standing in line for ice cream is a social event as well as eating the ice cream. Also, the ice cream is usually special.

    There’s just certain things we have to have for tradition’s sake and willing to wait 1-2 times a year.

    OK, if you all say so! Glad you’re enjoying the lines, and so no need for me to share my avoid-the-line secrets!

    📮 What are some essential Shore traditions you have to do no matter how long the wait? What memories or moments stick with you over the years of coming down the Shore? Keep scrolling for one of my essential Shore memories below, recreated this weekend for a new generation. Plus, send me yours here for a chance to be featured in this newsletter!

    Have ideas or news tips about the Shore or this newsletter? Send them to me here.

    ⛅ After a couple of rainy days, some beautiful weather appears to be on the way.

    — Amy S. Rosenberg (Follow me at @amysrosenberg, 📷 on Instagram at @amysrosenberg. 📧 Email me here.)

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    Shore talk

    🧓 Atlantic County has joined Cape May County in having more people over 65 than under 18, new census figures show.

    🔉Somers Point Council tabled a proposed ordinance that would have allowed outdoor music past 11 p.m.

    🏄 The coolest people went surfing under the fireworks.

    📱 His dream Shore house popped up on his phone while eating at a Wildwood tavern.

    🏀 Knicks coach Rick Brunson brought the Larry O’Brien championship trophy around to some Margate hot spots, including Tideline and Betty’s.

    🎡 Eustace Mita tells the Cape May County Herald’s Bill Barlow he will be flexible with his hotel plans for Ocean City’s Wonderland Pier site.

    What to eat/What to do

    🐷 North Wildwood is hosting the annual New Jersey State Barbecue Championship & Angelsea Blues Festival.

    😌 Longport’s new Beach Terrace park with a zen garden is open.

    🎙️ The Stylistics will perform in Cape May on Sunday.

    🍴 Craig LaBan has food recs from LBI to Margate. He seemed especially fond of the deep-fried green tomato tots at Ellis’ Chicken & Crab Cakes in Beach Haven and the spicy Oaxacan chorizo meatballs from the newly reopened Iron Room in A.C.

    🧘🏽‍♀️Try free yoga in Atlantic City’s O’Donnell Park.

    🎹 Angeloni’s Club Madrid is hosting Sunday piano bar karaoke with Joe McGinty, former keyboardist for the Psychedelic Furs and Atlantic City native.

    🛟 South Jersey lifeguard races have begun! Here’s a schedule.

    🤫 Travel and Leisure thinks Stone Harbor is a secret and has some recs.

    Shore snapshot

    Elena D’Angelo and Dre Cook, of the Scranton area, dance during the annual Team 62 fundraising event for the Eagles Autism Foundation at the outdoor Paddy’s Green, in Sea Isle City, Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Vernon Ogrodnek / For The Inquirer

    🧠 Trivia time

    In 2001, this city’s fireworks over the ocean led to a real show: The barge caught fire and burned out of control for hours, forcing the rescue of seven workers and a cascade of exploding shells.

    Was this city:

    A. Ocean City

    B. Atlantic City

    C. Avalon

    D. Seaside Heights

    If you think you know the answer, click on my pal Brendan Shur’s story from the wee hours of July 5 that year to find out (I went home to put my daughter to bed, what can I say).

    Your thoughts on: Wonderland Pier

    Ocean City’s City Council finally made it official: The old Wonderland Pier site was designated as being in need of rehabilitation. Let the negotiations over the hotel begin!

    Here are your thoughts:

    Bruce Sauerwine: It’s time to move on and build a hotel at the site. Mita proposed a nice looking hotel but some people want to live in the past and pretend that an amusement arcade was still a viable option at this time.

    Kerri McGinley Kistler: There is absolutely no need or justification for Mita’s hotel plan. … “Hey kids, let’s go see the hotel”- said nobody ever!

    Jeremy Maziarz: It is time for the Wonderland Pier to be re-developed. An amusement park use for this property is no longer a viable option. A mixed-use plan including a luxury hotel may actually be the best use for the site. If the height restrictions are an issue, then start the negotiation process with the developer. If he wants zoning relief, then he should offer up significant concessions to Ocean City to make it a win-win scenario.

    Debbie Federico: We love Playland’s Castaway Cove, but it is now too small to accommodate all of the young children, strollers and families that use it. It would be very beneficial to reopen Wonderland.

    Your Shore memory

    This week’s Shore memory is my own.

    For years, I had a toddler bike seat on an old green bike we’d bought for the boardwalk, and loved riding with one of my daughters on the back. I kept that bike seat on for much longer than they used it, sometimes sticking groceries into it. The rides were so special, so much fun, our way to wave to people we knew, pass the years, that I couldn’t bear to remove it, but finally took it off and stashed it in the basement.

    I kept riding that bike though, a Specialized hybrid which was already used in 1995, and extremely used now, decades of sea air rust swirling through it. But let me tell you, that bike has good bones (better not to try to switch gears).

    This past week, we dusted off the old bike seat, replaced the brake cables on the beloved bike, figured out how to replace the missing straps on the seat, and clipped it right there onto the back of the same green bike. And who wriggled happily into it under his new green toddler helmet, ready to do the obligatory “touch the end” at both the Margate and Atlantic City sides of the Boardwalk but my 2-year-old grandson.

    Send us your Shore memory! In 200 words, tell me how the Shore taps into something deep for you, and we will publish them in this space during the summer.

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  • 🏡 More than 1,000 new housing units | Inquirer South Jersey

    Good morning, South Jersey.

    Medford could soon welcome more than a thousand new residential units — including hundreds of affordable ones — through four new redevelopment projects.

    And the EMR scrap metal recycling plant received the green light to reopen from a Camden judge.

    Plus, the Freedom Fuel gas stations promoted by President Donald Trump are opening in South Jersey, and more news of the day.

    — Taylor Allen (southjersey@inquirer.com)

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    🏡 A step toward affordable housing

    With the recent approval of four new redevelopment projects, Medford is on track to get 226 affordable housing units among the roughly 1,067 total new residential units set to come.

    The projects are part of the township’s effort to meet state-mandated affordable housing requirements. The state is requiring Medford to build 240 affordable units by 2035.

    In response to concerns about overbuilding, officials maintain they are abiding by state law and timeline. “Medford has a history of not building residential unless it’s required by the state,” Mayor Mike Czyzyk said.

    Now, with these newly approved projects, construction may come. But first, the plans have to go before a judge.

    The Inquirer’s Lacey Latch has more details on the redevelopment projects.

    The EMR scrapyard will reopen

    Camden Superior Court Judge Stephen J. Polansky ruled that EMR can restart its operations.

    The decision was up to the judge after the Camden City Council voted unanimously Tuesday against a settlement that would have allowed the scrapyard to reopen under a set of safety rules.

    The legal fight stems from EMR suing Camden for suspending its license in June after its 13th fire in six years.

    The judge’s terms require EMR to conduct around-the-clock fire watches along with fire-suppression testing, and to develop procedures for scanning materials that arrive at the facility and responding to fires.

    Reporter Aliya Schneider has the story.

    What to know today

    🗓️ The best things to do this week

    🌉 Ben Franklin Bridge 100th Anniversary Celebration: Celebrate the iconic bridge marking a century with food truck, inflatable obstacle courses for kids, historical displays, live entertainment and more. ⏰ Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 💵 Pay-as-you-go 📍 The Camden side of the bridge near the toll plaza

    🫐 Mood’s Farm Market Blueberry Festival: Compete in a blueberry dessert contest, listen to live jazz music, buy blueberry-themed treats, and peruse various craft vendors selling candles, flowers, antiques, and more. ⏰ Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 💵 Pay-as-you-go 📍 Mood’s Farm Market, 901 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill

    🦋 Butterfly Festival and Old-Fashioned Picnic: Experience a butterfly release and parade. Bring your own blanket and picnic lunch. ⏰ Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Red Bank Battlefield, 100 Hessian Ave., National Park

    See more event listings here.

    🧠 Trivia time

    Who created the dinosaur sculpture known as “Haddy” in Haddonfield?

    A) John Giannotti

    B) Jeff Braddock

    C) Lisa Hendrickson

    D) Danny DiGiampietro

    Think you know? Check your answer.

    What we’re…

    ☕ Visiting: Four Green Cats Cafe in Mount Laurel for coffee and Czech pastries.

    🍷 Noticing: The rise of the casual aperitivo, late afternoon drinks and small bites.

    ⚾ Wondering: If you can identify the seven Phillies who competed in the Home Run Derby.

    Thanks for spending your morning with The Inquirer. I’ll have more news for you tomorrow. 👋🏽

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  • A ‘weird’ time to buy a home | Real Estate Newsletter

    A ‘weird’ time to buy a home | Real Estate Newsletter

    Michaelle is off this week, so I’m here to talk real estate with you. And we’ve got good stuff to get into this week.

    First up: our weird real estate market. That’s not my word choice. It’s what real estate agents told Michaelle when she asked them how things are going.

    They told her that market has become much less seasonally predictable than it used to be and they shared what it could mean for homebuyers.

    Keep scrolling for that story and more in this week’s edition:

    — Erica Palan

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    It’s ‘weird’ out there

    The real estate market used to follow typical seasonal patterns: slower in the summer and winter, busier in the spring and fall. The pandemic shook that up a few years ago and according to some agents, it still hasn’t quite come back.

    Weird is the word that two separate real estate agents used to describe the current market. They said Philadelphia homes that sat on the market for months last fall suddenly went under contract in the winter.

    There are several reasons why this is happening. One is the ripple effect of the “golden handcuffs” created by pandemic-era low interest rates that have left some homeowners hesitant get back into the market.

    Michaelle has more on how buyers and sellers are acting right now — and what it could mean if you’re looking for a new home.

    How he bought his house

    Short-term pain, long-term gain? That’s the philosophy that programmer Dylan Foglesong took when it came to purchasing his first home.

    The 28-year-old renter was paying $2,600 a month for his apartment when he decided he wanted to buy. So he moved into a shared house with friends for $600 a month. Before long, he was ready to live alone again — in a home he owned.

    That wouldn’t work for everyone, but Foglesong said it was worth it: “You take that little compromise for a couple of months and all of a sudden you have $11,000 in your bank account.”

    Find out more about his new home and how he financed it in the latest edition of the How I Bought This House series.

    📮 Did you recently buy a home in the Philadelphia area or South Jersey? Share the story of how you did it. Email Inquirer real estate reporters at properties@inquirer.com or just reply to this newsletter.

    The latest news to pay attention to

    Home tour: A gut remodel by the owner

    Everything about Caleb Zimmerman’s story makes me anxious. He bought his home off Craigslist for $82,500 in one day. The place needed a full remodel. And he was planning to do it all himself.

    But he pulled it off — and the results are impressive.

    Zimmerman installed hardwood floors throughout and a custom staircase. He upgraded the bathroom.

    And he added some pizazz: The home’s centerpiece is a trap door that conceals the basement and opens with a pulley system and remote-controlled actuator.

    See more bespoke details in this tour of the Kensington home.

    📷 Photo quiz

    Do you know the location this photo shows?

    📮 If you think you do, email me back.

    Several people guessed the new-again Filbert Street Greyhound Station was last week’s featured image. A good try, but cue the wrong answer buzzer.

    The quiz featured a photo taken at the Olney Transportation Center and reader Chantele A. was the first to correctly get it right.

    📹 On the street

    Point Breeze Church GIFErin Reynolds

    The former church at 1800 Tasker St. is on its way to becoming a brewery, an unusual transition for a historic property in Philadelphia. (Though it’s happened before. I love grabbing pizza at the Church Brew Works in Pittsburgh when I visit my Yinzer in-laws.)

    Join the conversation on The Inquirer’s Instagram.

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    A few weeks ago, The Inquirer reported that a South Philly home with an acclaimed Keith Haring mural was available for rent. Now, the mural is up for historic designation, which has some preservationists antsy about the precedent it could set. It’s making me think deep thoughts about what should get protected and why.

    If you have strong feelings, email me at epalan@inquirer.com.

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  • MLB star thanks FanDuel gambler in video | Morning Newsletter

    Good morning, Philly. Watch out for thunderstorms later today.

    We start with an in-depth look at Eagles fan Terry Thompson, who lost $1.5 million on bets he placed with FanDuel. The company gave him VIP treatment — including a video from the Phillies star first baseman.

    And, the first week of July is typically one of Philly’s most violent. But this year, the Independence weekend was markedly calmer.

    Plus, Temple raises tuition and lays off about 40 employees, and more news of the day.

    — Tommy Rowan (morningnewsletter@inquirer.com)

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    Bryce Harper’s message

    As the 2020 NFL season kicked off, Terry Thompson picked up his phone and placed a wager with FanDuel Sportsbook on his favorite team, the Philadelphia Eagles.

    It was his first time gambling through an app, and he soon started placing microbets. He grew addicted to the effortless, rapid-fire action. Thompson would ultimately wager $18.5 million with FanDuel, earning him VIP status with the company.

    That meant exclusive perks, from champagne to Super Bowl tickets, which made him feel important and enticed him to continue gambling. By late November 2024, Thompson had incurred steep losses and resorted to desperate measures to fund his addiction.

    Then, one afternoon, he flicked open his phone and received a FanDuel reward that momentarily distracted him from his debts: a personalized video message from Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper.

    David Gambacorta’s full report is a must-read.

    A less-violent July

    The first week of July has typically been one of Philadelphia’s most violent.

    In recent years, Independence Day weekends have been marked by bursts of violence that left a dozen dead.

    But this year has been different.

    It has offered another encouraging sign that the city’s overall dramatic decline in shootings held through one of its toughest tests.

    Reporters Ellie Rushing and Jillian Kramer have the full story.

    What you should know today

    • Temple University approved a budget that includes an average 3.4% tuition hike for both in-state and out-of-state students, and plans for about 40 employee layoffs.
    • A Delaware County man was charged after allegedly making threats against Gov. Josh Shapiro, including a pledge to “burn down … [Shapiro’s] mansion with him in it.“
    • Pennsylvania officials were threatened with criminal charges if votes by noncitizens are counted in elections — a rarity that is already illegal.
    • Prosecutors in Montgomery County have withdrawn criminal charges against longtime Philly sports personality Mike Missanelli after an alleged domestic dispute.
    • A state investigation confirmed poor conditions, needless euthanasia, and insufficient spending on facilities at the Montco SPCA. The board was ousted.
    • A federal judge decided that Gov. Shapiro can’t be sued by his Abington neighbors over a property dispute. But Shapiro will still have to face his neighbors in federal court as a homeowner.

    Quote of the day

    Various reports say the 76ers are among NBA superstar LeBron James’ top free-agency destinations. Sports columnist Marcus Hayes, however, doesn’t see it happening. “I think it’s likely,” Hayes writes, “that LeBron’s representatives are using this (feigned) interest as leverage to land the King elsewhere.”

    🧠 Trivia time

    The Vances built this unusual addition to the vice president’s residence.

    A) Ballroom

    B) Reflecting pool

    C) Helipad

    D) Chicken coop

    Think you know? Check your answer.

    What we’re…

    🏋️ Applauding. Oscar-winning actor Mahershala Ali was spotted jumping rope behind the scenes of the HBO show “Task,” which is filming in Manayunk.

    📺 Gloating. Speaking of Philly shows, both “Abbott Elementary” and season 1 of “Task” were nominated for Emmy Awards.

    🍗 Eating. Fast-food outlet Jollibee introduced chicken nuggets for the first time in nearly 50 years. The Filipino-rooted chain’s lone Philadelphia-area restaurant is at Cottman and Bustleton Avenues in Great Northeast Plaza.

    🎨 Admiring. An artist-led exhibition program transformed spaces in Suburban Station into a graffiti haven.

    🧩 Unscramble the anagram

    Hint: This iconic sandwich is making its triumphant return to Citizens Bank Park for the All-Star game.

    CHET MET SHIRT

    Email us if you know the answer. We’ll select a reader at random to shout out here.

    Cheers to Jim Diamond, who solved Wednesday’s anagram: Star Wars. The film turns 50 next year, and the Franklin Institute is partnering with Lucasfilm on a new, interactive exhibit.

    Photo of the day

    All-Star Game logo seen in centerfield at Citizens Bank Park.Tyger Williams / Staff Photographer

    And we end on this lovely birds eye view of the MLB All-Star Game logo, which was painted in the centerfield grass at Citizens Bank Park. Baseball’s midsummer classic, which returns to Philly for the first time since 1996, will be the center of the baseball world for nearly a week. Here’s what you can expect.

    👋 Thanks for starting your day with The Inquirer. Paola Pérez has you covered tomorrow.

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  • Ardmore adds a dozen businesses | Inquirer Lower Merion

    Ardmore adds a dozen businesses | Inquirer Lower Merion

    Hi, Lower Merion! 👋

    If it seems new spots are opening regularly in Ardmore, you’re not wrong. We take a look at the dozen businesses that have set up shop this year and the ones still to come. Also this week, we pay a visit to new Japanese steakhouse OGYU, the viral dot cake has come to Bryn Mawr, plus, the district attorney has dropped assault charges against Mike Missanelli.

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    Ardmore’s retail boom continues

    Gouldsburger’s is among the recent openings in Ardmore. Tyger Williams / Staff Photographer

    Downtown Ardmore has welcomed a dozen new businesses so far this year, with more still on the horizon.

    Newcomers have ranged broadly from a Japanese barbecue joint to a home goods spot to a new yoga studio. A pair of burger eateries have also joined the fray.

    The downtown core’s scene will continue to grow when five new concepts open later this year. Here’s the scoop on what’s still to come.

    💡 Community News

    • The Montgomery County District Attorney’s office has concluded its investigation into an April domestic incident between Mike Missanelli and his fiancée at their home in Lower Merion and withdrawn assault charges against the sports radio personality.
    • The community is mourning the death of Narberth resident and longtime Friends’ Central Lower School teacher Peter Grove, who died in May at the age of 82. An award-winning educator, Grove mentored other teachers and fellow naturalists, and created dozens of notable community gardens throughout the region.
    • Two people, a 35-year-old woman and a 40-year-old man, were critically injured when a tree fell on their car while they were driving in Lower Merion on Friday. A 10-year-old girl who was also in the car suffered minor injuries. (6abc)
    • There will be a virtual meeting Monday at 11 a.m. for residents interested in learning more about Ardmore House II, the affordable senior community expected to open later this year.
    • Penn Valley resident Samantha Paige Rosen’s debut book, Living, Together: Reimagining Community in the Age of Disconnection, is due out Tuesday. In it, she and nearly two dozen other writers explore what it means to live communally. She’ll host a book launch event next Thursday from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Philadelphia Ethical Society.

    🍽️ On our Plate

    🎳 Things to Do

    🎸 Echoes: Tickets are going fast for the Pink Floyd tribute band, which will perform the entirety of “Wish You Were Here.” ⏰ Friday, July 10, 8 p.m. 💵 $26.91 📍 Ardmore Music Hall

    🧚 The Little Mermen and The Princess Pals: The kid-friendly show will include performances of iconic Disney songs through the ages. ⏰ Sunday, July 12, noon 💵 $26.91-$67.28 📍 Ardmore Music Hall

    🎶 Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts: American folk duo Shovels & Rope, made up of husband-and-wife duo Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst, will take the stage. ⏰ Sunday, July 12, 7 p.m. 💵 $25.88, free for kids 12 and under 📍 Bryn Mawr Gazebo

    🎵 Music in the Park: The Daniel Villarreal Trio brings its mash up of psychedelia, jazz, Latin rock, and funk to the stage. ⏰ Wednesday, July 15, 7 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Narberth Park gazebo

    🏡 On the Market

    A waterfront Gladwyne home with a private dock

    The lodge-style home has its own dock and plenty of water vistas.Gary Schempp | Courtesy of Janice Manzi/Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

    Situated on the banks of the Schuylkill River, this Gladwyne home has unobstructed water views and multiple decks to enjoy them from, in addition to its own dock. The main living level features a living room that looks out on the water and also has a wood stove surrounded by Moravian tiles. The space opens onto a rounded deck, as well as a dining area and kitchen. There are four bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own balcony and walk-in closet.

    See more photos of the home here.

    Price: $899,900 | Size: 2,200 SF | Acreage: 0.1

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  • What will Media look like in 2035? | Inquirer Greater Media

    What will Media look like in 2035? | Inquirer Greater Media

    Hi, Greater Media! 👋

    Wonder what Media might look like in a decade? A new comprehensive plan lays out goals for the borough through 2035. Also this week, filming for the second season of Task — which just scored a handful of Emmy nods — gets underway, local coaches and players reflect on the significance of seeing Auston Trusty play in the World Cup, plus we round up area farmers markets to check out this season.

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    Media’s new comprehensive plan plots the next decade

    Media recently adopted a comprehensive plan that looks ahead to 2035. Alejandro A. Alvarez / Staff Photographer

    Media has adopted a new comprehensive plan designed to help shape the next decade of local land use, housing, economic development, traffic planning, and environmental decision making.

    Based on feedback from several hundred residents, “Media 2035” reflects the community’s desire to protect the borough’s “small-town feel” as well as concerns about housing affordability, parking, and traffic.

    The Inquirer’s Denali Sagner delves into the four key takeaways intended to preserve the character of “Everybody’s Hometown.”

    💡 Community News

    • Good news for Task fans: The Delco-set HBO drama was scheduled to begin filming Season 2 this week, with shots planned around Manayunk. The filming comes around the same time the show and members of its cast scored a combined six Emmy Award nominations, including Mark Ruffalo’s “lead actor” nod.
    • Team USA’s World Cup hopes may have come to an end Monday night, but seeing Media native Auston Trusty on the field throughout this year’s tournament has meant a lot to those who played with or coached him back in the day. The Inquirer’s Alex Coffey spoke with some of them about how surreal it was to see Trusty compete on the global stage.
    • Heads up for drivers: A six-month Aqua Pennsylvania utility project is slated to get underway Monday on Providence Road in Nether Providence Township. Through the end of the year, expect weekday road closures from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. between West Rose Valley Road and Providence Road’s intersection with Chester Road. Work will also take place on Leslie Lane. Other roadwork includes lane closures on Route 1 between Pennell and Middletown Roads in Middletown Township for resurfacing. Work is slated to start today and continue through next Friday, taking place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. on weekdays.
    • Delaware County is investigating a hack of its network last month that resulted in service disruptions. Here’s what we know.
    • A new “outdoor lifestyle store” is opening in Media, taking over the space formerly occupied by Homesewn, which recently moved two blocks. Media Mercantile is targeting a late summer opening at 21 E. State St.
    • The pool at Timberwyck Swim Club in Upper Providence Township has reopened after undergoing an extensive renovation.
    • Middletown Township buried a time capsule last week to capture a snapshot of what the community looks like in 2026. It includes documents, photos, and memorabilia and is slated to be opened in 2061, when the township will mark its 375th anniversary.

    🏫 Schools Briefing

    • Rose Tree Media School District will present plans for its proposed K-1 Early Learning Center at the Middletown Township planning commission meeting Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Penn State Brandywine’s student union building to accommodate an anticipated increase in attendees.

    🍽️ On our Plate

    🎳 Things to Do

    🎶 Rose Tree Summer Festival: The upcoming lineup features performances from local eight-piece band Four Lean Hounds tonight, Carlos Santana-inspired outfit Rumbaile tomorrow, Taylor Swift tribute Jexxa and the Antiheroes on Saturday, and event band Chico’s Vibe on Sunday. On Wednesday, Bon Jovi tribute Bad Medicine will take the stage. ⏰ Thursday, July 9-Wednesday, July 15, 7:30 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Rose Tree Park, Media

    🍿 Movie Night: This month’s featured film is the Nicholas Cage classic National Treasure. ⏰ Friday, July 10, 8 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Media Borough Hall lawn

    🫐 Blueberry Festival: Pick your own fruit, try your hand at a pie-eating contest, and get your face painted at this annual event. ⏰ Saturday, July 11, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (Rain date: July 12) 💵 Pay as you go 📍 Linvilla Orchards, Media

    🐉 Dragons Love Tacos: This kid-friendly show, adapted from the picture book of the same name, explores what dragons do and don’t like to eat. ⏰ Saturdays and Sundays, July 11-19, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. 💵 $13.50-$18.50 📍 PCS Theater, Swarthmore

    🎵 Tribute to Fleetwood Mac: The Listeso String Quartet will perform some of the band’s greatest hits. ⏰ Saturday, July 11, 8:45 p.m. 💵 $42-$76 📍 The Media Theatre

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