Philabundance—joined by very special guest Denis McDonough, CEO of Feeding America—and The GIANT Company will celebrate the return of its annual Summer Lunchbox program with a kickoff event on Thursday, June 11, at 11 a.m. at Philabundance Community Kitchen (PCK), 2224 N. 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA
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America’s 40-Course, 8 Hour Italian La Panarda Feast Returns to South Philly
Philadelphia, PA – One of America’s most extravagant and authentic Italian dining traditions is returning to Philadelphia, where the unofficial motto for the day is “eat until you bust.” Le Virtù, the South Philly restaurant honoring the cuisine of Italy’s Abruzzo region, will host La Panarda on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 12:00pm to 8:00pm. The eight-hour experience is an excessive, joyful family-style feast featuring at least 40 dishes served over a multi-hour span, testing the resolve of cooks and diners alike. Prepared by Executive Chef Andrew Wood and inspired by the annual sacred Panarda held in Villavallelonga, Abruzzo since 1657, the feast is widely recognized as the only authentic representation of that tradition held anywhere in the United States. Tickets are $550 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) and include 10+ wine pairings curated by house sommelier Chris O’Brien. Le Virtù is located at 1927 East Passyunk Ave., in South Philadelphia. For tickets and more information, visit levirtu.com.
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Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world, is turning up the pucker with the debut of its all-new Sour Blue Pucker Italian Ice. Inspired by the bold, gummy flavors fans can’t get enough of, this vibrant blue raspberry treat delivers a mouth-puckering twist in every bite. Topped with sour dust and finished with a playful Trolli® Sour Brite Octopus, Sour Blue Pucker Italian Ice brings a punch of sour with the right touch of sweetness to the Rita’s menu, available today!
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Saturday/Sundays, May 23-24, 30-31, June 6-7, 13-14, School Day – May 29
Burlington County “Fairegrounds” – 1990 Jacksonville Jobstown Rd, Columbus
Named the #9 Renaissance Faire in the Country by USA Today, the NJ Renaissance Faire kicks off their 18th magical season in just over a week!
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May 14, 2026: Whole genome sequencing results show that headcheese samples collected by FSIS and produced at Crawford Sausage Co. (Est. 21406) tested positive for the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes. FSIS continues to coordinate with the Illinois public health and agriculture partners on the outbreak investigation.
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May 16-17, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hosted annually by Philly’s famous century-old curb market, the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival offers a boisterous weekend of food, art and music, and a celebration of the diverse cultures in the neighborhood.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for headcheese that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm). A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. Headcheese is a ready-to-eat (RTE), pork deli meat product typically made from meat and seasonings that are cooked together and formed into a loaf or jelly-style product.
Gloucester County Senior Spring Picnic
Tickets for the much-anticipated Senior Spring Picnic are officially on sale!
Residents can purchase tickets online or stop by in person—we’re excited to see such a great turnout already from those securing their spot for this special event.
Commissioners to Celebrate Fifth Annual Down and Derby Wine Festival
On Saturday, the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Visit South Jersey will host the fifth annual Down and Derby Wine Festival on Saturday, May 2 at Veterans Island in Cooper River Park.
The festival has become a popular tradition in Camden County, bringing together South Jersey’s best wine, live entertainment, and Kentucky Derby-inspired activities and fanfare.
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Philadelphia, PA – Northern Liberties Business Improvement District presents the inaugural Northern Liberties Spring Festival presented by Sprouts Farmers Market. The all-ages, all-day celebration will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11:00am to 5:00pm, at 3rd and Poplar, as well as inside and around Liberty Lands. The line-up will feature two stages, live bands, music and dance performances, food trucks, cold cocktails, made-in-Northern Liberties beers, hot dog eating contest, kids’ yoga, neighborhood small businesses, artists and makers, pet portraits, DIY flower bouquets, make-and-take craft station, and many other surprises. The event is open to the public. Admission is complimentary. Food, drink and shopping are pay-as-you-go. For more information and updates, visit explorenorthernliberties.com and follow @northliberties on social media.
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