🌱 East Passyunk Car Show + Man Shot, Killed In Point Breeze

Hello again, neighbors! It's me, Dan Casarella, your host of the Daily. Follow along for the most important things going on in town these days.

First, today's weather:

A brief morning shower or two. High: 84 Low: 75.

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Here are the top three stories today in Philadelphia:

1. The largest street festival in South Philadelphia returned for the first time since 2019 yesterday. The 15th Annual Car Show and Street Festival on East Passyunk Avenue featured more than 200 cars. The organizers spoke about how the event's return helps their business and brings people together. (WPVI-TV)
2. Surveillance video has been released of the armed robbery of a Philly bar. The robbery, which took place on Jul. 26, was at Phil's Place. Police are asking anyone who can identify the two men involved in the robbery to call with information. (MyChesCo)
3. A 45-year-old man was shot and killed in Point Breeze on Saturday. According to police, the shooting happened around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday evening. Police say the man was transported to Presbyterian Hospital and pronounced dead at 5:41 p.m. The man sustained five gunshot wounds. (CBS Philly)

Today in Philadelphia

• Summer Meals Program (Breakfast) at Yeadon Public Library (10:00 AM)
• English Language Conversation Circle at Walnut Street West Branch Library (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• School District of Philadelphia is hosting a back-to-school Bust Tour Pop-Up Event today. Visit the Bridesburg City Rec Center at noon to get a free backpack filled with supplies. (School District of Philadelphia via Facebook)
• Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is developing new places to play. The renovations at FDR park are all laid out here. (Philadelphia Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Free Library of Philadelphia is offering free learning. Courses are available in business, technology, and creative skills. Learn more about the LinkedIn Learning library program here. (Free Library of Philadelphia via Facebook)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.