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Political protest has become commonplace in the past decade, and adults in their 60s and older often make up a significant part of the crowd. The reasons are complex \u2014 a confluence of energy, experience, values, free time and purpose. \u201cWe just had twin granddaughters born, and I think we want to make the world OK for our grandchildren,\u201d said one of the several we profile here. Continue reading \u2026<\/a><\/p>\n 1812 Productions is putting on its 20th anniversary version of \u201cThis Is the Week That Is,\u201d a production that plays the events of the past year for laughs. Which isn\u2019t always easy. Creative Director Jennifer Childs shares with Billy Penn some of the lessons she\u2019s learned about how \u2014 and how NOT to \u2014 laugh at the news cycle. Continue reading \u2026<\/a><\/p>\n RECAP: What else happened?<\/p>\n $ = paywalled<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0Cold rain expected Tuesday<\/a>, with snow north and west of us. Then, it stays cold. [6ABC]<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0Logan Square will get accessibility improvements<\/a>\u00a0before 2026 crush \u2014 but it\u2019ll require some traffic snarls. [WHYY]<\/p>\n \u2022 Larry Krasner visits City Council, perhaps with his tongue in his cheek, asking for money so his DAs aren\u2019t poached by personal injury law firms<\/a>. [WHYY]<\/p>\n \u2022 Southwest Philly will get\u00a0community trash disposal sites that will be open 24\/7<\/a>. [WHYY]<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0Which Philadelphia-area species\u00a0could be impacted<\/a>\u00a0by the proposed weakening of the Endangered Species Act? [WHYY]<\/p>\n \u2022 Szechuan restaurant EMei will open second location\u00a0in former home of Marra\u2019s pizzeria<\/a>\u00a0in South Philly. Timing is uncertain. [PhillyVoice]<\/p>\n MAYOR WATCH<\/p>\n Mayor Parker will help distribute laptops to seniors at Penn Asian Senior Services (PASSI), 6926 Old York Road, and speak about how her Power Up Tour supports a vision of economic opportunity for all Philadelphians. (10 a.m.)<\/p>\n ON THE CALENDAR<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf84\u00a0Holiday lightings around Philly Tuesday, Dec. 2:\u00a0Philly Family Robot Build Tuesday, Dec. 2: Green Elephant Holiday Swap\u00a0 Wednesday, Dec. 3:\u00a0Bridging Blocks | Democracy in the United States: 250 Years in the Making Wednesday, Dec. 3:\u00a0Dinosaurs in Your Backyard Wednesday, Dec. 3: Comedy Night for International Day of Disabled People 2025 Thursday, Dec. 4:\u00a0Guilty Good Pastries Intro Pop Up Thursday, Dec. 4:\u00a0Philadelphia Rare Book Fair: Preview Night Thursday, Dec. 4:\u00a0Know Your Rights Trivia Night Fundraiser\u00a0 Thursday, Dec. 4: Tree Lighting Party at Evil Genius\u00a0 Thursday to Saturday, Dec. 4-6:\u00a0Slay Bells Ring \u2013 PGMC Holiday Concert Series \t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/protest2-scaled.jpeg\")
Protesters marched in a procession around the building that houses ICE offices on 8th Street in Center City. Nov. 11, 2025. (Meir Rinde\/Billy Penn)<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/1764684608_870_The-cast-of-THIS-IS-THE-WEEK-THAT-IS.-Photo-credit_-Mark-Garvin-scaled.jpg\")
The cast of \u201cThis Is the Week That Is,\u201d performs a Wicked spoof in Eagles green. (Photo courtesy of Mark Garvin)<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udfc3\ud83c\udffd Philly Runners Guide<\/a>
\ud83c\udf9e\ufe0f\u00a0Ongoing: The Declaration\u2019s Journey\u00a0\u2014 Available on\u00a0the WHYY YouTube Channel<\/a>. New episodes will appear every two weeks.<\/p>\n
A family interactive workshop where you\u2019ll build and decorate your own robot, using motors, circuits and creative materials.\u00a0Children and parents will work side-by-side to create take-home robot projects while learning about science, engineering, and design thinking. No experience needed\u2014just curiosity and imagination!\u00a0Free<\/a>. (5:30 to 7 p.m.)<\/p>\n
Green Philly\u2019s 2nd annual eco-friendly gift swap: instead of buying something new, bring a handcrafted, thrifted, or repurposed item you already have. Wrap it up, share the story behind it, and keep holiday waste low while keeping the holiday spirit high. Light bites and drinks provided.\u00a0$16.30 tickets<\/a>. (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)\u00a0<\/p>\n
A discussion about the history of democracy and the future of it as\u00a0a form of governance. How do you think this 3,000-year-old concept can evolve to meet the needs of modern society? Join WHYY News Community & Engagement team for Bridging Blocks, a civic dialogue series in partnership with The Free Library of Philadelphia.\u00a0At\u00a0Tredyffrin Public Library<\/a>. (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.)<\/p>\n
WHYY\u2019s Maiken Scott moderates a discussion about\u00a0Hadrosaurus foulkii and other local marvels, at Drexel\u2019s Academy of Natural Sciences.\u00a0Sliding scale registration from $0 to $10<\/a>. (6 to 7:30 p.m.)<\/p>\n
Join Disability Pride Pennsylvania for a night of laughter, community and celebration,\u00a0all virtually<\/a>! (7 to 8 p.m.)<\/p>\n
Elizabeth Kim\u2019s\u00a0pastries blend classic American and Asian flavors inspired by the food memories she grew up with. Paired with the Random Tea Room\u2019s tea,\u00a0enjoy this pop-up<\/a>! Followed by a Saturday the 6th pastry delivery! (3 to 5 p.m.)<\/p>\n
Drinks and first access to books coming to the annual Rare Book Fair in the\u00a0historic Trinity Memorial Church on Spruce Street. 20+ exhibitors from across the country coming to display a broad range of books and ephemera. $40 tickets<\/a>. (5 to 8 p.m.)\u00a0<\/p>\n
Test your disability rights knowledge and inclusive employment in Greater Philadelphia. Co-hosted by the Neurodiversity Employment Network. Proceeds help expand access to plain-language rights information for the wider community and sustain mentorship opportunities. At Indy Hall. $50 tickets<\/a>. (6 to 8 p.m.)<\/p>\n
Evil Genius Beer Company hosts their annual festive, family-friendly tree lighting with seasonal taps and more.\u00a0Tree lights at 7:30 p.m.<\/a>\u00a0after Mariah Carey\u2019s \u201cAll I Want for Christmas Is You.\u201d (6 to 9 p.m.)<\/p>\n
Philadelphia Gay Men\u2019s Chorus is decking the halls with classic carols and sacred stunners to pop anthems and campy comedy, this concert is packed with heart, harmony, and holiday sparkle. At the Independence Seaport Museum. $0 to $120 tickets<\/a>. (8 p.m. Thursday and 2 or 8 p.m. Saturday)\u00a0<\/p>\n