🌱 Philly AIDS Thrift Block Party Returns + Philly Airport Low Ranking

Hi all. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Philadelphia Daily, full of all the things you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, today's weather:

Breezy with clouds and sun. High: 76 Low: 56.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Philadelphia:

1. In the first official weekend of fall, 20 people were shot in Philadelphia, including a 2-year-old boy. In total, 16 of the 20 suffered injuries, and four people were killed. While these were individual incidents, many in the community continue to worry about the rise in gun violence. (FOX 29 Philadelphia)
2. On Saturday, Oct. 1, Philly AIDS Thrift will host its 17th anniversary block party, a much-beloved annual event involving a day of family fun. The party also kicks off the Halloween season and will feature fall festival activities. This is the first time the organization will host the event since before the COVID-19 pandemic. The celebration will include live music and bands, food trucks, a celebrity dunk tank, carnival games, craft/vintage vendors, a pie-eating contest, and more. (MyChesCo)
3. The Philadelphia International Airport was rated as the worst large airport for customer satisfaction according to the J.D. Power's 2022 North American Airport Satisfaction Survey. Six factors determined rankings, including terminal facilities, airport arrival/departure, baggage claim security check, check-in/baggage check and food, beverage and retail. Philadelphia scored the lowest on a list of 27 large airports across the country. (FOX 29 Philadelphia)

Today in Philadelphia:

• Macrame Workshop at Manayunk At PHS Pop Up Gardens (6:00 PM)
• Singing for Busy Adults Classes At Temple University (6:00 PM)
• Open Mic Night At Punch Line Philly (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• We Walk PHL group walks have kicked off for the fall season! The free walking group meets in 17 parks around Philly so neighbors can get healthy and get to know each other. Read here for five reasons to join in the fun. (Philadelphia Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• The League of Women Voters in Philly want to ensure that ballot boxes are accessible in Philadelphia. If you're interested in helping expand access to help young people vote, join the Young Involved Philadelphia meeting on Thursday, Sep. 29 at 12 p.m. (Young Involved Philadelphia via Facebook)
• Did you know that the Philadelphia Office of Children and Families has volunteer opportunities available to support children and adults on their education journeys? Fill out an interest form if you want to become a Next Level Learning tutor or Foster Grandparent. (City of Philadelphia Government via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a born and raised Rhode Islander, now living in New York. She works as a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and is a graduate of The University of Rhode Island, where she earned a degree in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or photographing her neighborhood as a street photographer.