Philadelphia

Macy's announced to employees it is closing its Philadelphia store in Center City, which has been open since 2006. The location is expected to close sometime in March, one of 65 Macy's locations that will be closing as part of a cost-savings initiative. The planned closure leaves the future of the historically important Wanamaker organ and beloved traditions like the holiday light show and Dickens Village in doubt. The interior of the Wanamaker Building holds rare protections from the Philadelphia Historical Commission.

Unsilent Night is happening 6pm Sunday; meet at the Guardhouse at Rittenhouse Square. The music you hear changes on how many people are playing which tracks, where you are in the crowd, and how the environment you're moving through reflects or deadens the sound. It's pretty cool - join us for a (cold) stroll on Sunday evening!