Kristin Hunt
Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.
October 19, 2023
Recreation
Professional ultimate frisbee team temporarily changes name to support Phillies' playoff run
The Philadelphia Phoenix, the city's professional ultimate frisbee team in the American Ultimate Disc League, has temporarily changed its name to the Gators in support of the Phillies' playoff series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The new name, the Gators, is a nod to the emotional support alligator who was denied entry into a Phillies game in September.October 18, 2023
Weekend
Philadelphia Film Festival and a Gritty 5K: Your weekend guide to things to do
The Philadelphia Film Festival and Philly Cider Week begin the weekend of Oct. 20-22, and runners will race for charity at the annual Gritty 5K on Saturday.October 18, 2023
Mental Health
Less than half of children with mental health disorders receive treatment, study finds
The treatment rate for mental health disorders among children and teens is just 38%, according to new research published in the Journal of American Medical Association. To improve access to treatment, researchers recommend primary care doctors be trained to assess and treat common mental health disorders, and telemedicine be better utilized.October 16, 2023
Crime
Violent crime in U.S., overall, dipped in 2022 despite rise in hate crimes, carjackings
The FBI's annual crime report shows an overall decrease in violent crime in America, which has returned to pre-pandemic levels. Property crimes, like car thefts and carjackings, have increased, as have hate crimes.October 16, 2023
Family-Friendly
Museum of the American Revolution to recreate British-occupied Philadelphia with costumed soldiers, citizens
The Museum of the American Revolution will recreate British-occupied Philadelphia on Saturday, Oct. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 29. The annual historical reenactment features a British encampment, where costumed soldiers will run military drills. Museum admission is required and walking tours cost additional fees.October 6, 2023
Streaming
There are plenty of scary movies to watch at Halloween; here are 4 set in Philly
Looking for a scary movie to watch near Halloween? Try one of these films set in Philadelphia, including the zombie classic 'Dawn of the Dead,' M. Night Shyamalan's 'Split' and the prequel 'Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me.'October 5, 2023
History
Mr. Potato Head's forgotten friends from the 1960s live in Philly at the Please Touch Museum
Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia has in its collection three of Mr. Potato Head's four friends from the 1960s, short-lived toys made by Hasbro named Katie the Carrot, Cooky the Cucumber and Oscar the Orange.October 5, 2023
History
This 5,000-year-old stone tablet at the Penn Museum is among the oldest examples of writing in the world
The Penn Museum in Philadelphia has 5,000-year-old Sumerian tablet in its collection that is one of the earliest examples of writing and a key to understanding Mesopotamia. Experts believe its text describes a real estate deal.October 5, 2023
Music
Japanese Breakfast plays 'Colbert' as late night shows mark first week back from the writers' strike
Japanese Breakfast appeared on Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' on Wednesday to play their song 'Kokomo, IN' from their 2021 album 'Jubilee.' Late night television shows returned this week following the 148-day Writers Guild of America strike.October 5, 2023
History
Story of a pioneering queer writer's audacious love life is preserved in the Rosenbach collection
In Philadelphia, the Rosenbach's collection of rare books and manuscripts includes the Mercedes de Acosta papers. The queer writer of 'Here Lies the Heart' was uncommonly open about her sexuality, and described romances with Hollywood actresses like Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich.Just In
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