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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Summer festivities continue at Fairmount Park despite recent deadly mass shooting
The Brief Parks on Tap, a traveling beer garden throughout Philadelphia's neighborhoods, will be in Lemon Hill May 28–June 1. This comes just days after a mass shooting occurred in the Lemon Hill area on Memorial Day, leaving two killed and nine others injured. PHILADELPHIA - Days after a tragic shooting during a Memorial Day party in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia residents are returning to the park to enjoy summer festivities. Despite the violence, the community is determined to focus on positive experiences and continue celebrating in the city. The backstory Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department were called to the 800 block of Lemon Hill Drive around 10:30 p.m. for reports of a shooting. Police reported that two people were killed, and nine others were injured when nearly two dozen shots erupted at a Memorial Day gathering. Amya Devlin, 23, and Mikhail Bowers, 21, were identified as the two people that were killed in the shooting. Six of the nine shooting victims were teenagers, according to police, including a 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl. All of those injured are in stable condition. Investigators at the scene Monday night were able to find 21 shell casings and after further searches early Tuesday morning, they found about a dozen more. What's New Philadelphia police have confirmed that five different guns were used in the shooting at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park, initially believed to involve three shooters. The incident left crime scene tape marking the area, but the community is moving forward with events like Parks on Tap at the mansion, just steps away from where the shooting occurred. What they're saying Emily Della Rosa, attending with her newborn daughter Audrey, expressed confidence in the safety of the event: "I would never bring my daughter to something where I didn't feel perfectly safe." Dailey Delia, a Parks on Tap patron, acknowledged the city's violence but emphasized resilience: "Obviously there's a lot of violence throughout the city, all kinds of neighborhoods, and I think it's part of city living that you just sort of accept that risk and keep pushing on." Danielle Kudlacik shared her initial hesitation but decided to attend: "I did think about it. And I was like, hmmmm, I don't know if we should switch, but I didn't hear anything differently, so I was like, OK, I bet you if I still go out. If they haven't announced we're not doing it, then we're probably still fine to come out here." Alison Mesko appreciated the community's spirit: "Obviously it's horrible that it happened, but I'm glad that people are still out enjoying the night and that we're still able to get together." Jimmy Segilia highlighted the importance of continuing events: "You're living in a city, things are gonna happen sometimes, but it's bad when you see a couple of bad apples kind of ruin it for everyone else. I think it's important that they're still doing this event and know that it's a safe area, so I felt OK coming today." Local Perspective Philadelphia police presence added a sense of security as families enjoyed food and draft beers. Gary Kiefer, organizer of It's Better Outdoors, noted, "I know some people from my group were probably a little hesitant to come back out, but as of this morning, we still had about 50 people coming out tonight. It's horrible, obviously, but we're still gonna come out here because it's a cool spot." Rob Fumanti, a member of It's Better Outdoors, appreciated the park's appeal: "It's awesome, good view, it's nice, great weather, so no last thing is gonna keep you away from this exactly, yeah." Erin Dunkel echoed the sentiment: "I figured it's gonna be just something from that holiday weekend, and this is a beautiful park, so why not take advantage of it." Emily Della Rosa concluded with a focus on positivity: "You have to focus on the positive things in life, like having great coworkers and having a good time together. That's what it's all about."
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Parks on Tap: Peoria's summer event unites community in parks
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Cold beer, live entertainment, and the great outdoors came together once again as Parks on Tap made its second stop of the season at Donovan Park on Sunday. Hosted by the Peoria Park District, the summer-long series transforms local parks into lively gathering spots. It features a traveling tap house, food vendors, and performances from local musicians. The initiative first launched in 2021 and has quickly become a favorite seasonal event for many residents. Cassie Robbins, community events manager for the Peoria Park District, said Parks on Tap is about more than beer and music — it's about showcasing the city's natural beauty and strengthening neighborhood ties. 'Peoria has so many hidden gems,' Robbins said. 'Even if you're from around the area, you may not be familiar with our parks. And that's a big part of what we're doing with Parks on Tap—coming out, showing people what they can enjoy right in their city. It's a community coming together, and that's really what makes Parks on Tap so special.' Parks on Tap runs from May through the end of August. The next stop will be at Sommer Park North on May 30. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Axios
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Philly weekender: Bok Bar reopens and Otaku Fest
You know it's spring when Parks on Tap returns. The traveling beer garden sets up shop in the Azalea Garden near the Philly Art Museum. Today-Friday, 4-10pm; Saturday-Sunday, noon-10pm 🎉 Rooftop bar season is upon us. South Philly's Bok Bar reopens Thursday. Stop by for tacos, beers or cocktails and enjoy views of the city. Hours vary. 🍽️ Last call for Dine Latino Restaurant Week. Deals or special menus at more than two dozen restaurants run through Saturday. 🦸♀️ Embrace a full weekend of cosplay at Otaku Fest at Cherry Street Pier on the waterfront. Also count on video game tourneys, dozens of vendors, panel discussions, food and drink. Friday-Sunday, hours vary. 🥳 Young professionals get their own night at the Barnes Foundation on Friday. 🎶 A pop-up exhibit on Saturday will spotlight Marian Anderson and the backstory of the singer's historic concert in 1939. Runs 10am-4pm at the South Philly museum dedicated to the singer. Admission: $5 🖌 Stock up on arts supplies at Art Star's CRAP Bazaar on Saturday from 11am-4pm inside the Independence Visitor Center. It's a rummage sale of gently used and overstock supplies. Plus: A spring pop-up market will set up shop nearby featuring a handful of local craft vendors. 🚗 Saturday is your chance to see a handful of early 20th-century cars out on the road in Southwest Philly. Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum's Demo Day will also feature a presentation about the autos. 11am-2pm 🛍️ Shop more than 50 vendors at the Ready, Set, Bloom Market under the El near 5 Sisters Ice Cream Parlor in Fishtown. Saturday, 11am-5pm Free live music, vendors, food and giveaways are on the agenda. Saturday, noon-7pm 🐕 Bring your pooch to Evil Genius brewery's Block Pawty on Saturday from noon-6pm in Fishtown. This family-friendly event includes dog-themed vendors, food trucks, beer tents and music. 🚶🏿♀️Stop by Rittenhouse on Sunday when seven blocks will go car-free again from 10am-5pm. This week's schedule includes a stringband, bubbles, entertainment and double-dutch lessons.
