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

July 25, 2024

Food & Drink

N.J. brewery to host 'Suds for Seals' fundraiser for Marine Mammal Stranding Center

by Kristin Hunt

Hidden Sands Brewing Company will host a fundraiser for the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, which rescues and rehabilitates displaced seals from the Jersey Shore, on Thursday, Aug. 15, from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

July 25, 2024

Streaming

What to stream this week: 'Evil,' 'Love Lies Bleeding' and 'Popstar'

by Kristin Hunt

What's new on Max, Peacock, Hulu and Netflix in the second half of July? Our latest streaming guide includes the supernatural TV show 'Evil,' crime thriller 'Love Lies Bleeding' and cult comedy 'Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping.'

July 25, 2024

Weekend

Baby parades, comedy shows and a greased pole race: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

Need things to do the weekend of July 26-28 in Philadelphia? Enter a greased pole contest at Spruce Street Harbor Park, bring your dog to a puppy pool party at Evil Genius or catch a comedy show in East Kensington.

July 25, 2024

2024 Election

Pro-Palestinian campaign in Pa. urges voters not to support Kamala Harris without change in Gaza

by Kristin Hunt

The newly launched #NoCeasefireNoVote campaign is collecting signatures from Pennsylvania voters who say they won't vote for Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democratic nominee for president, unless she commits to an arms embargo against Israel or secures a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

July 23, 2024

2024 Election

Josh Shapiro reportedly a top contender to be Kamala Harris's running mate

by Kristin Hunt

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro is reportedly one of the top candidates to be Kamala Harris's running mate in the 2024 presidential election. So far, Shapiro has offered only vague comments on his potential to join Harris on the ticket.

July 23, 2024

Transportation

Marine officials in Florida propose plan to sink the SS United States

by Kristin Hunt

Members of a marine committee in Florida want to sink the SS United States and turn it into an artificial reef diving attraction. The conservancy in charge of the ship, docked in South Philly, is exploring options ahead of its Sept. 12 eviction.

July 23, 2024

Food & Drink

Milk Jawn to dish out free scoops at opening of new shop in Northern Liberties on Friday

by Kristin Hunt

Milk Jawn will open its second location in Northern Liberties on Friday. The small-batch ice cream shop, also located on East Passyunk Avenue, will give free scoops to the first 100 customers.

July 22, 2024

Food & Drink

Loretta's, a retro cafe with tons of pastries, to open in Headhouse Square this fall

by Kristin Hunt

Loretta's, a retro cafe with tons of pastries, will open in the Headhouse Square section of Society Hill this fall. The new spot is from the team behind Bloomsday and Green Engine Coffee Co. in Haverford.

July 22, 2024

Parties

Evil Genius to host puppy pool party in Fishtown beer garden

by Kristin Hunt

Evil Genius's free puppy pool party will feature inflatable pools and splash pads. The dog-friendly event will be held Saturday, July 27, from noon-5 p.m.

July 18, 2024

Weekend

Jazz, boats and beers at the zoo: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

Searching for something to do in Philly the weekend of July 19-21? Try the Lancaster Avenue Jazz Festival, a beer fundraiser at the zoo or the Night in Venice boat parade in Ocean City.