Rita’s Marks 20 Years Supporting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation

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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NJ Renaissance Faire 2026

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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Public Health Alert for Headcheese Deli Meat Products

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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South 9th Street Italian Market Festival

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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Public Health Alert for Headcheese Deli Meat Products

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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Northern Liberties Spring Fest Debuts with Music, Family Fun, Hot Dog Contest

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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Reading Terminal Market Is Named the No. 1 Public Market in America

Yes! For the third time in recent history, USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice has named Philly’s beloved Reading Terminal Market as the best public market in America.

The market nabbed the top spot in 2021 and 2022 and has regularly ranked in the top five — for good reason.

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Brauhaus Schmitz Maifest Spring Festival Takes Over South Street

Philadelphia, PA – Brauhaus Schmitz presents the 13th Annual Maifest spring festival and block party on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Philadelphia’s premiere German restaurant and beer hall will close down South Street at the 700 block for an all day, all ages celebration that will feature authentic German culture, live music, delicious food, and of course, plenty of German beer! The festivities will include Pennsylvania’s largest Maypole, performances by Die Heimatklange Band and United German Hungarian Dance group, Liter Lift Competition, Pig Roast, face painting, flower crowns, keg tapping, games and fun for the whole family.