Good morning, Philadelphia.

The Sixers Stixers drumline gives inner-city youth a creative outlet and teaches discipline, and its director Antoine Mapp (who said the program saved his life) says the group inspires young Philadelphians to build brighter futures.

Center City District Restaurant Week returns, offering six dining spots with prix fixe menus that feature creative twists on comfort food, Spanish tapas, and Caribbean-inspired dishes.

Diners can choose options at venues like Village Whiskey, Amada, and Bolo—ensuring a flavorful culinary experience in the neighborhood.

Antoine Mapp, director of the Sixers Stixers drum line, said the program saved his life and now helps inner-city youth learn teamwork + creative skills through music in local community events.

People’s Light in Malvern is staging Steel Magnolias through Feb.

15, with a cast that has worked together for decades (some for over 50 years). Their long-standing bonds are expected to bring warmth and genuine emotion to the stage.

Philadelphia’s Variety Pack festival is returning this month with two weekends of alt-comedy and musical shows, from family-friendly workshops to late-night adult content, at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake (302 S Hicks St.).

The festival also offers Pay It Forward tickets for added accessibility.

Paul Dien, the chief marketing officer who helped lead the recent rebrand of the museum, is stepping down with his last day set for Feb.

1+ he was hired in 2023 by former director Sasha Suda and departs two months after Daniel Weiss became director.

Philadelphia road crews are preparing over 400 plow trucks as a winter storm is forecast to drop 6 to 10 inches of snow from late Saturday through Monday morning.

Residents are advised to stock up on supplies (including salt) and drive carefully in slippery conditions.

A major winter storm is set to hit the area this weekend with heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain expected to begin Friday, according to weather forecasters.

Exact snowfall totals will be clearer Friday when the National Weather Service in Mount Holly updates its predictions.

Philadelphia's Office of Homeless Services declared an Enhanced Code Blue effective immediately amid forecast freezing temperatures, opening over a dozen warming centers at public sites such as Parks and Recreation facilities and libraries.

The city is adding roughly 400 beds (50 extra during emergencies) to support those in need.

A historic rowhouse on Cuthbert Street, built around 1760, now uses solar panels to lower bills and heat rooms with electric fireplaces.

Owner Jane Berryman added the panels in 2019 to keep the home current for future generations.

The Eagles are making free agency decisions after the season as they re-sign nine players and let 11 go.

Key stays include Jaelan Phillips (improved run defense) and Nakobe Dean, while departing players include Dallas Goedert and Adoree’ Jackson.

Eagles legend Jason Kelce will attempt his first dunk live at the Sixers game on Jan.

29 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena during a matchup against the Sacramento Kings. Philadelphia sports fans can catch the moment and see Kelce push his limits on the NBA hardwood.

After a challenging 2025 season, the Eagles face several offseason questions about their offensive coordinator role, CB2, offensive line and TE options for succeeding Dallas Goedert.

The team will assess changes to strengthen its game for next season.