Good morning, Philadelphia.

Lower Merion and Narberth voters donated between 200 and 300 boxes of nonperishable food today for local banks as SNAP benefits are cut amid a government shutdown—volunteers are asked to help move the donations.

Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show holds a preview today from 4 to 9 p.m.—the event runs Nov 7 to Nov 9 with 195 artists selling work—while the Secret Cinema at Glen Foerd screens 'Häxan' at 7 p.m. and InterAct Theatre Company’s play 'Walden' opens today at The Drake, with Carpenter’s Hall planning Year of the Spy events for 2026.

This Friday, November 7, the Barnes Foundation will host First Friday: AAPI Jazz Collective & PAAFF from 6 to 9 p.m., where visitors will view art exhibits, listen to live jazz, watch a film based on real events and sip mixed cocktails.

For those who cannot attend on Friday, the foundation will also hold a screening of The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou on November 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

Philadelphia’s Museum of the American Revolution is hosting a new exhibit titled 'The Declarations Journey' — which shows Native American support during the American Revolution — as part of November celebrations for Native American Heritage Month and Veterans Day.

The museum will offer daily talks, film showings, and free admission for veterans, military, and Blue Star families from Nov. 8 to 11, and will host its first Tavern Night on Nov. 21.

Philadelphia artists Tom Judd and Mark Stockton are exploring American myths at Germantown Historical Society’s exhibit — American Mythologies —, which is open now until Nov.

22. The show pairs large-scale paintings, mixed media and sound installations with local historical artifacts to tell stories of American identity.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze is a family-friendly holiday show that combines Broadway production—featuring circus arts, storybook characters and festive music—with live performance at Miller Theater from Dec 23-28.

The show features updated sets and seasonal details that offer a fresh twist on a beloved local tradition.

Philadelphia school district officials said they will send out a survey to families this month to gather input on school building changes — survey responses will be shared in December — and delay plans for the November master plan.

A draft plan will be delivered in the winter ahead of a final board vote later.

Due to the ongoing government shutdown, the TSA temporarily closed two security checkpoints at Terminal A West and Terminal F at Philadelphia International Airport.

Airport staff will direct travelers to other open checkpoints (with passengers advised to arrive two hours early for domestic flights and three for international ones) as officials warn that delays may increase if the shutdown continues.

Philadelphia's Fall Leaf Recycling Program began this week and will run until Dec.

20 to reduce waste from fallen leaves; mechanical crews will pick up leaves on set schedules and residents should have them raked and ready by 7 a.m. or drop off bagged leaves at centers (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.).

The Sixers lost a 24-point lead to the Bulls on Tuesday and now travel to Cleveland to face the Cavaliers today at 7 p.m. Coach Nick Nurse will adjust his rotation as Embiid is expected to miss part of the back-to-back—adding pressure for a quick turnaround.

After beating the Giants, the Eagles strengthened their defense during the bye week by signing cornerbacks Michael Carter and Jaire Alexander and acquiring EDGE Jaelan Phillips from the Dolphins—moves that will fill gaps and prepare the team for tougher games.

These additions boost depth while the team gears up for upcoming matchups.

Philadelphia Eagles have turned dead money into a tool by spreading signing bonuses over extra void years to ease salary cap pressure.

General Manager Howie Roseman plans to use this method to give the team more flexibility for signing star players in the future.