Kristin Hunt

3 weeks ago | phillyvoice.com | Kristin Hunt

Sirens and aliens. Historically, these creatures have gotten a bad rap, but a new limited series suggests that one of them hasn't earned it. Netflix's "Sirens" follows the path of "Big Little Lies" and "The Perfect Couple" with a soapy mystery set in a seaside town. The question isn't who killed the dead body on the beach, but what these women — who keep posing pointedly in front of cliffs and the ocean — are up to. Their motives aren't as obvious as they appear.

3 weeks ago | phillyvoice.com | Kristin Hunt

For amateur detectives, the weekend is already booked: Eric the Puzzler is dropping his second citywide treasure hunt Friday, and it features an enticing grand prize. But if brain teasers aren't your bag, fear not. There's plenty more going on this weekend, from a long-running African American street festival to an even older outdoor art show. Ale lovers also can chase the Hammer of Glory at the returning (but reimagined) Philly Beer Week.

3 weeks ago | phillyvoice.com | Kristin Hunt

Protesters gathered near the Federal Detention Center, at Seventh and Arch streets, late Tuesday afternoon to demand the release of an asylum seeker. Philly activists say Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials detained Edwin Nicolas Sanches Pachon at a routine check-in appointment with the agency Monday. The 23-year-old Colombian immigrant has resided in the U.S. since 2022 – and, his supporters say, complied with every step in the asylum application process.

3 weeks ago | phillyvoice.com | Kristin Hunt

Police pulled 12 passengers out of the water early Tuesday morning, sending one to the hospital. A dozen rowers fell into the Schuylkill River early Tuesday morning after their dragon boat capsized. MORE: SEPTA appoints Scott Sauer general manager, removing interim tag, to lead authority through dire budget crisisThe incident occurred at 4900 Ridge Ave. near Kelly Drive, though miles away from Boathouse Row.

3 weeks ago | phillyvoice.com | Kristin Hunt

Some art collectors have to concoct eye drops that prevent infant blindness to afford their gallery. But you don't have to be an inventor or heir to buy the pieces at an upcoming Olde Kensington fair. MORE: Rittenhouse Square Art Show returns for its 98th year in early JuneOver 100 artists will sell original works for $250 or less at Art for the Cash Poor.