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Nurses Week 2025 features discounts and giveaways for healthcare professionals from various companies. Chipotle offers free burritos to 100,000 workers, while Crocs provides a 25% discount. Honeygrow will award $250 gift cards to ten nurse units nominated by the public.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker celebrated the first-ever tri-graduation ceremony for city-sponsored skilled trade academies on May 6, 2025, at the Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia. The event recognized the achievements of graduates and emphasized the city's commitment to workforce development.
Overnight closures will affect Penrose Roundabout from May 6 to May 7, 2025, for essential roadway resurfacing. The project aims to improve traffic flow and safety in the area. Local officials urge drivers to plan alternative routes during the work.
Philadelphia's Office of Innovation and Technology launched the Power Up Tour, distributing 500 free laptops to residents in need. The initiative, which aims to bridge the digital divide, will host events across 10 City Council districts, beginning May 5, 2025. Mayor Cherelle L. Parker emphasized that access to technology is essential for economic participation.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar in Philadelphia celebrates its 25th anniversary with a $49 tasting menu featuring ten dishes, including ropa vieja and tres leches cake. The restaurant, which opened in 2000, aims to rekindle memories with original menu items at their launch prices. Monthly specials will continue through December, highlighting traditional Cuban cuisine.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will celebrate National Correctional Employees Week at an opening ceremony on May 5, 2025. Later, she will launch the Power Up Tour – Laptop Distribution Event Series at the Philadelphia Design Center. Both events aim to engage the community and support local initiatives.
Stratus Rooftop Lounge in Philadelphia will launch a yoga and healing series on May 4, 2025. The event aims to promote wellness and relaxation in a unique rooftop setting. Local yoga instructor Kelly Friedberg will lead the sessions.
The Garces Foundation hosted a Latin Night Market, showcasing local culinary talents and cultural music on May 4, 2025. The event aimed to raise funds for community initiatives in Philadelphia while celebrating diverse flavors.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will outline her public schedule for the weekend of May 3-4, 2025, in Philadelphia. The schedule includes various engagements aimed at connecting with the local community and addressing pressing issues.
Philadelphia officials updated their Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program, confirming State Route 611 and State Route 13 as priority corridors for expansion. New data prompted the replacement of two corridors from the initial report, enhancing traffic safety efforts. The initiative aims to reduce speeding and improve pedestrian safety across the city.