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Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive weekend road closures begin March 29, 2024
The City will close Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to vehicular traffic from 7 p.m. on Friday through 7 a.m. on Monday. The drive will be closed to vehicles from the Falls Bridge to Sweetbriar Drive. The weekend closures begin on March 30, 2024 and last until late fall of 2024.
Closing MLK Drive to vehicles on weekends adds to the city’s recreation options. This shared space is great for walkers, runners, and cyclists. Be sure to check out the great views of the river and skyline!
Philadelphia Parent & Youth Resource Fair: April 27
Looking for free and low-cost summer activities that are safe and adult-supervised for children, teens, and families? Get the scoop when you attend the Philadelphia Parent & Youth Resource Fair. More details coming soon!
April 27, 2024
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA (Entrance at Broad & Race Sts.)
New public safety report website now available
We have a new website for requesting a traffic accident report. These are also called crash reports.
In the future, you’ll be able to request police incident reports using this website.
Learn more about how to get a copy of a public safety report.
We hire year round!
The Philadelphia Department of Human Services is committed to supporting the placement stability of children and youth in the foster care and the juvenile justice systems. As part of this commitment, DHS regularly releases job announcements on the main phila.gov/jobs webpage to support our hiring efforts. Please either apply for an open position or sign up for job alerts. Please share these announcements with your networks.
You can also review this jobs booklet to learn more about working at DHS.
Class Code | Class Title | Starting Salary | Application Link |
5A05 | Social Work Services Trainee (General) (Bilingual) | $44,467 | Apply now. |
5A07 | Social Work Services Manager 2 (General) (Bilingual) | $58,316 | Apply now. |
5B21 | Juvenile Detention Counselor Trainee (General) | $47,319 | Sign up for job alerts. |
5B23 | Juvenile Detention Counselor 2 (General) | $52,898 | Sign up for job alerts. |
Action guides
City of Philadelphia Action Guides
Upcoming events
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Mar29EventNET CUA 1 & GPCA CUA 9 - WOW Talk Café: Speak Up for Yourself12:00 pm to 3:00 pm3901 Market St 1st floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USAEvent
NET CUA 1 & GPCA CUA 9 - WOW Talk Café: Speak Up for Yourself
March 29, 202412:00 pm to 3:00 pm, 3 hours3901 Market St 1st floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USAmapSpeak up for yourself: Learning how to advocate
Join us for a special event focused on empowering YOU to advocate for yourself! Learn valuable skills to speak up confidently and make a difference. Don't miss out! -
Mar29EventSpeak Up For Yourself - CUA 1&912:00 pm to 2:00 pm3901 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USAEvent
Speak Up For Yourself - CUA 1&9
Teen Event - In Person for youth aged 12.5-19 year old -
Mar29EventNET CUA 7: Women's Health is Wealth Community Event6:00 pm to 8:00 pm3401 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19121, USAEvent
NET CUA 7: Women's Health is Wealth Community Event
Join NET CUA 7 and the Discovery Center for an informative and engaging night focused on Women's Health!
RSVP Here: https://bit.ly/WomensHealthisWealthFor more information:
Syanne Seth, Strengthening Families Coordinator
267-479-5917
Shanae McBee, Strengthening Families Coordinator
267-838-7075
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Mar30EventEPCC Egg Hunt & Petting Zoo10:00 am to 1:00 pm1025 Mifflin Street,Philadelphia,19148,USEvent
EPCC Egg Hunt & Petting Zoo
Join us at EPCC Egg Hunt & Petting Zoo for a fun-filled day of hunting colorful eggs and cuddling adorable animals, because who doesn't love EPCC Egg Hunt & Petting Zoo Join us at the EPCC Egg Hunt & Petting Zoo for a fun-filled day of excitement and cuteness overload! Get ready to embark on an egg-citing adventure as you search for colorful eggs hidden throughout the event. Bring your family and friends along for a hopping good time! Located at 1025 Mifflin St , this in-person event promises to be a delightful experience for all ages. Not only will you have the chance to find eggs, but you'll also have the opportunity to meet and interact with adorable animals at the petting zoo. From fluffy bunnies to friendly goats, there's no shortage of cuddles and smiles. Don't miss out on this egg-cellent event! Mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with laughter, joy, and unforgettable memories. See you there! https://www.facebook.com/events/361646173252998/
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Mar31EventTrans Day of Visibility Flag Raising Eevnt12:00 pm to 1:30 pmEvent
Trans Day of Visibility Flag Raising Eevnt
March 31, 202412:00 pm to 1:30 pm, 2 hours