Good morning, Philadelphia.

About 25 local demonstrators gathered Saturday at the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps to support fair elections — they held signs, chanted, and urged that democracy serve everyone.

German American Marketing said booths at Christmas Village will be inaccessible — a change to meet ADA requirements — so shoppers must view products from outdoor counters instead of entering booths.

Vendors and disability advocates have raised concerns about the loss of in-person interaction as the market runs Nov. 21 to Dec. 27 in LOVE Park and Dilworth Park.

Hatboro native Alli Sutton returns to the Academy of Music to perform in the first national production of The Great Gatsby from Oct.

20 to Nov. 1. The Point Park alum understudies roles such as Jordan Baker + Myrtle Wilson during her inspiring homecoming.

Reading Terminal Market will close Filbert Street on Oct.

24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a Rocky Season event where participants can donate $20 to punch a 225-pound beef cut to boost the pantry, with look-alike contests & Rocky-inspired treats and music enhancing the experience.

Rita Collins has brought her Amazing Traveling Bookstore and Textual Apothecary to Drexel campus this week to offer used books at affordable prices—$1 for kids’ books, $7 for paperbacks, and $9 for hardcovers—to inspire students to rediscover the joy of reading.

The Schuylkill Center completed a $1 million project to curb flooding by creating a stepped, rock-lined channel that directs stormwater and protects wildlife habitat near Port Royal Avenue in North Philadelphia.

The center will host a tree-planting event Saturday to celebrate the restoration.

Local bird walks led by Holger Pflicke in Pennypack Park draw more attendees as Philly’s Atlantic Flyway location attracts migrating birds, and experts call for stronger greenspace protection (crucial habitat) amid urban growth and climate change.

Bird watchers and ornithologists advise exploring local spots for birding within a two-hour drive of Philly, including Cobbs Creek Park, Fort Washington State Park & the Navy Yard.

The suggested sites offer rich sightings of migratory species and easy access to nature.

Philadelphia Union will face Charlotte FC on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Subaru Park; a win could clinch a playoff spot + boost their push for a top-four finish if other match results go their way.

Philadelphia’s Sixers converted Tacko Fall’s Exhibit 10 deal into a two-way contract ahead of the season opener + filling a frontcourt gap after Ariel Hukporti’s injury; the 7-foot-6 Senegal native, who suffered a hip strain in camp, is set to support the team during the season.

The Eagles placed quarterback Jalen Hurts on injured reserve after he was diagnosed with a superficial blood clot, which will keep him out for at least four games until a potential return after the week 10 bye.

The team also signed RB Jaydon Blue and elevated two players for the next game.

The Philadelphia Union rallied from a 2-1 deficit to secure a 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC Saturday afternoon at Subaru Park — extending their unbeaten streak to 15 games and keeping playoff hopes alive.

The Phillies removed Don Mattingly’s interim tag by signing him to a two-year contract + a move aimed at creating stable leadership.

Fans now wait to see if his steady direction improves postseason performance.