Man, this Thursday I’m really itching for the weekend. Once this newsletter is sent and meetings are over, I’m getting out there and touching grass. I hope y’all follow my lead. Now let’s get into it!

The party doesn’t end when VinylCon is over! The official after-party at Trestle Inn kicks off Saturday, May 2nd with Dealer DJs from Hot Fire, SOOK, and more, go-go from Cynthia Rose, and whiskey-heavy drink specials all night. It’s free to get in, but we’re giving you a chance to win a $50 bar tab to really commit.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Jane Remover just leveled up with a venue upgrade to Franklin Music Hall on September 25th. Tickets on sale tomorrow.

• Blues phenom Christone “Kingfish” Ingram rolls into Upper Merion Township Building Park on August 16th with riffs that hit deep. Tickets available now.

• Mochakk is taking over The Ave on June 12th a night of high-energy house and nonstop movement. You already know the drill. Get your tickets tomorrow!

• The Damned are calling it quits with FINAL DAMNATION 50 at Union Transfer on October 24th. Don’t miss your shot! Tickets available tomorrow.

• Plus other announcements this week from PJ Morton, Beck, Kamasi Washington, Robert Glasper, Terrace Martin, Emperor X, Yard Act, and more!

SPRING INTO THE SEASON

The city’s finally thawing out, and Philly is in full bloom. From can’t-miss festivals to outdoor hangs and everything in between, spring is stacking the calendar with reasons to get outside. We pulled together the top events of the season! Take a look and start making plans.

THIS WEEKEND

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• Philly Parks & Rec opened a new Fairmount Park hub with free tools, compost, and mulch for anyone trying to grow something real!

• The Phillies are shaking things up after a rough stretch, releasing pitcher Taijuan Walker ahead of Zack Wheeler’s return to the rotation this weekend.

• City Council passed a series of “ICE Out” bills aimed at limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and strengthening protections for residents.

• The race to replace retiring Congressman Dwight Evans is coming up quickly, with four Democratic candidates vying for the 3rd District seat ahead of the May 19th primary. 

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