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.

kristin@phillyvoice.com

December 22, 2022

Food & Drink

The Mummers now have their own hard iced tea in a can

by Kristin Hunt

The Mummers have partnered with Kiki Vodka in Montgomery County on an official drink, the Mummers Row Philly Tea. The hard iced tea is available in 12 oz cans at the Mummers Museum and various Philadelphia bars now, in preparation for the annual New Year's Day parade.

December 22, 2022

Arts & Culture

In the spirit of Dracula, the Mütter Museum wants your blood

by Kristin Hunt

The Mütter Museum will host a blood donation drive on Jan. 7 with the American Red Cross. The drive coincides with the Center City museum's Year of Dracula exhibits celebrating the 125th anniversary Bram Stoker famous character. All blood donors will receive free admission to the museum.

December 22, 2022

Education

Philly schools will go virtual Friday due to winter forecast

by Kristin Hunt

The School District of Philadelphia students will attend classes virtually from home on Friday, Dec. 23 to avoid the predicted rain, high winds and frigid temperatures. All school district buildings and offices will be closed.

December 20, 2022

Entertainment

Philly drag queen Martha Graham Cracker, who is battling cancer, seeks stem cell donor

by Kristin Hunt

Martha Graham Cracker, aka Dito van Reigersberg, is seeking stem cell donors to beat MPAL, a rare form of leukemia. The drag performer is known for his long-running cabaret in Philadelphia. Bob & Barbara's is hosting a donor drive to support his cause on Wednesday, Dec. 21 from 5-8 p.m. Fans can have their cheeks swabbed to see if they're a match.

December 20, 2022

Weather

Bomb cyclone expected to bring winter storms, coldest Christmas in over 30 years

by Kristin Hunt

The National Weather Service is predicting the coldest Christmas Day in more than 30 years as the bomb cyclone brings snow, freezing rain, strong winds and frigid temperatures to various parts of the country.

December 19, 2022

Take a trip to suffragette city at the third annual Bowie Bash

by Kristin Hunt

As part of Philly Loves Bowie Week, the National Liberty Museum will host its third annual Bowie Bash honoring the late glam rocker on Jan. 6, 2023. The party will include live covers from Rumi Kitchen and Johnny Showcase and specialty cocktails from Tattooed Mom, as well as a pop-up art gallery with Bowie-inspired pieces available for purchase.

December 19, 2022

Government

Jan. 6 committee, along with criminal referrals for Trump, suggests sanctions for Pennsylvania congressman

by Kristin Hunt

The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 attacks referred U.S. Rep. Scott Perry to the ethics committee for potential sanctions. Perry, a Republican representing Pennsylvania's 10th District, ignored a subpoena. The investigation alleges he conspired with former President Trump and Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark in an attempt to overturn the 2020 election.

December 16, 2022

Streaming

What movies to stream with your family over the holidays

by Kristin Hunt

This holiday season, find the family movie that's right for you with this guide to crowd-pleasing films on Netflix, HBO Max, Peacock, Disney Plus and other streaming services. The list includes kid-friendly fare like 'Minions: Rise of Gru' and (mostly) clean movies for adults like the Netflix mystery 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.'

December 15, 2022

Food & Drink

Traditional Seven Fishes dishes: How to make baccala, squid, smelt and fried eel

by Kristin Hunt

The Feast of the Seven Fishes dinner on Christmas Eve is a tradition for many Italian-Americans. By following these historic recipes, you can cook baccala, squid, smelt and fried eel for the whole family.

December 14, 2022

Prevention

Philly's new telemedicine program offers HIV-preventing medication for free

by Kristin Hunt

PrEP, manufactured under the brand name Truvada, reduces risk of contracting HIV through sexual contact or needle sharing. Einstein Medical Center and the Philadelphia Department of Public Health have partnered to offer the medication for free via a new telehealth service called Tele-PrEP.