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Announcement

Trash and recycling collections delayed starting Thursday, Nov. 29

Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 are City-observed holidays. As a result, there will be no trash and recycling collection on these days.

If Thursday or Friday is your regular collection day, you should set materials out two days later:

  • Thursday collections will take place on Saturday, November 30.
  • Friday collections will take place on Sunday, December 1.

Set your materials out after 5 p.m. the night before, and before 7 a.m. the day of collections.

To learn more, see the Department of Sanitation’s press release or call 311.

Announced on: Office of Clean and Green Initiatives, Department of Sanitation
Announcement

Protect yourself with a free flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine

Do you live in Philadelphia? You can get free vaccines for the flu and COVID-19 at City health centers. You don’t need to be a registered patient to get a vaccine at these locations. Find out more.

Announced on: Air Pollution Control Board, Board of Health, Department of Public Health
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Board of Pensions notice on solicitation emails

Several third-party companies are sending emails to pension plan members, soliciting business with the premise of reviewing members’ pension plans for strategic priorities. These third-party companies are not associated with the Philadelphia Board of Pensions & Retirement. If you receive one of these emails, you may ignore or delete it. You can also report these emails using the “report phishing” button in Microsoft Outlook and they will be blocked as needed.

Announced on: Board of Pensions and Retirement
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We are preparing to adopt the 2021 I-Codes

Philadelphia is preparing to adopt the 2021 I-Codes, with state and local modifications, effective July 2025. Starting January 2026, all new permit applications must comply with these updated codes. Please review the forms and documents on the website to prepare for the transition.

Stay tuned for more information on the transition process, including adopting ordinances, proposed changes, and upcoming information sessions.

Announced on: Plumbing Advisory Board, Board of License and Inspection Review, Board of Building Standards, Department of Licenses and Inspections

Upcoming events

  • Nov
    22
    Event
    Wild Lights at the Elmwood Park Zoo
    All Day
    Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, PA 19401, USA
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    Wild Lights at the Elmwood Park Zoo

    November 22, 2024
    All Day
    Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, PA 19401, USA
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    You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen. Why not make a few more furry friends this holiday season? Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo shines (quite literally) during the holiday season, with millions of LED lights illuminating the Montco attraction’s 16 acres during Wild Lights. The walk-through experience features brilliant light displays, live entertainment, animal meet-and-greets and photo ops with characters and Mr. Claus during the evening hours. Tickets are required.
  • Nov
    22
    Event
    Yuletide at Liberty Hill
    All Day
    Union League Liberty Hill, 800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444, USA
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    Yuletide at Liberty Hill

    November 22, 2024
    All Day
    Union League Liberty Hill, 800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444, USA
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    A European Christmas market, a live music festival or a community carnival … which do you choose? You don’t have to pick just one thanks to this gorgeous Yuletide celebration. This picturesque holiday attraction transforms the sprawling grounds of the Union League Liberty Hill golf course into a literal winter wonderland with free fair rides (including a giant Ferris wheel), an ice skating rink (requires an additional cost), lots of live music, craft drinks (hot chocolate, cocktails and more), locally sourced eats, and over 30 high-end holiday fair vendors. Tickets are required.
  • Nov
    25
    Event
    Use and Occupancy Tax Due
    All Day
    Event

    Use and Occupancy Tax Due

    November 25, 2024
    All Day

    Use and Occupancy Tax must be filed and paid monthly on the 25th of each month. If the 25th falls on a weekend or holiday, the return is due on the first business day after the 25th.

    You must file and pay Use and Occupancy Tax electronically on the Philadelphia Tax Center. We no longer accept coupons or mailed checks.

    Find more info at https://www.phila.gov/services/payments-assistance-taxes/taxes/business-taxes/business-taxes-by-type/use-occupancy-tax/

  • Nov
    22
    Event
    A Longwood Christmas at Longwood Gardens
    All Day
    Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348, USA
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    A Longwood Christmas at Longwood Gardens

    November 22, 2024
    All Day
    Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348, USA
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    Half a million twinkling lights and spectacular fountain shows combine to create an incredible winter wonderland at A Longwood Christmas, named the Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights for four years by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Visitors can stroll the grounds of Longwood Gardens — now even more spectacular across the brand-new spaces of Longwood Reimagined — to marvel at miles of lights glowing in the trees, seasonal plants decorated with ornaments, a festive outdoor railway, cozy fire pits and the famous colorful fountains dancing to holiday music.
  • Nov
    16
    Event
    Seasonal Celebrations at Sesame Place
    All Day
    Sesame Place Philadelphia, 100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne, PA 19047, USA
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    Seasonal Celebrations at Sesame Place

    November 16, 2024
    All Day
    Sesame Place Philadelphia, 100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne, PA 19047, USA
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    There are only two Sesame Street theme parks in the world — and one of them is right in Bucks County. With its sister park far away in sadly unseasonal San Diego, Langhorne’s Sesame Place is the only true wintry locale for enjoying some holiday fun with Elmo and friends.

    • A Very Furry Christmas: See the park transformed with millions of lights, holiday-themed rides and festive decorations during A Very Furry Christmas. Enjoy a special Christmas Parade, gifts and a visit with Santa in the Furry Workshop, plus the spectacular 1-2-3 Christmas Tree music and lights show (November 16, 2024 to January 5, 2025).
    • Hanukkah Celebration: Celebrate the festival of lights with the Sesame Street crew. Light the Menorah and learn about the holiday with Baby Bear, play a game of dreidel, make a Hanukkah-inspired craft, and dance along to all your favorite holiday songs at the Furry Friends Dance Party (December 26, 2024 to January 1, 2025).
    • Kwanzaa Celebration: The seven principles of Kwanzaa come to life on Sesame Street. Light the Kinara, learn about the holiday during a special storytime, and enjoy a special performance by the Universal African Dance and Drum ensemble during (December 26, 2024 to January 1, 2025).
    • New Year’s Eve Fireworks: Ring in the new year with a dazzling display of red, green and blue during this festive fireworks display (December 31, 2024).
  • Nov
    23
    Event
    Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm
    All Day
    Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley, PA 19067, USA
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    Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm

    November 23, 2024
    All Day
    Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley, PA 19067, USA
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    Millions of twinkling lights illuminate the night at this rolling Bucks County farm. Take in the show from the comfort of your car or in the open air while snuggled up in a wagon with loved ones (weather permitting, tickets are required). After taking in the whimsical light displays, be sure to stop by Santa’s Village for some face-time with the big man and to warm up with festive drinks and snacks by the firepits.
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