Bill Protecting Reproductive Health Privacy Advances

Two bills sponsored by Assemblywoman Mitchelle Drulis aimed at protecting the privacy and safety of individuals seeking reproductive health care advanced from the Assembly Community Development and Women’s Affairs Committee this week. The bills reflect New Jersey’s continued commitment to safeguarding reproductive freedom while protecting the privacy of patients and providers at a time when laws governing reproductive health care vary widely across the country.

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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS – DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10 AM to 2 PM at Gloucester Township Police Headquarters!

BUT you don’t have to wait until then to drop off your unwanted/ expired prescription drugs from medicine cabinets, kitchen drawers, and nightstands! Stop by ANYTIME to the Gloucester Township Police Project Medicine Drop Box, located at our Watch Desk downstairs utilizing the front doors located at 1261 Chews Landing Road.

Reminder- we DO NOT accept liquids or syringes. Thank you!

The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths. Read more here: https://www.dea.gov/takebackday

New Edition With Boyz II Men & Toni Braxton

Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 7 p.m.

Mr. Telephone, Can You Stand the Rain, If This Isn’t Love: New Edition danced so many a boy band and girl group — New Kids on the Block, N’Sync and (group member Michael Bivins’ personal proteges) Boyz II Men — could fly.

Relive the golden era of R&B with the standard bearers as New Edition joins Philly’s own Boyz II Men and the queen of R&B herself, Toni Braxton, when the New Edition Way Tour hits The Liacouras Center.

Where: The Liacouras Center, 1776 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA

On March 4th, West Milford, in Passaic County, became the 18th municipality in New Jersey to refund all or substantially all the fees required to obtain a permit to carry. The list now includes towns in eight counties across the Garden State. This joint initiative has been led by NRA, New Jersey Firearm Owners Syndicate, and the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.

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PFS 13th Annual Oscar Party

Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 6 p.m.

The Philadelphia Film Society (PFS) rolls out the awards-season red carpet during this glitzy night of Hollywood glamour.

The ticketed PFS Oscars Party features complimentary light bites; an open bar with wine, beer and a specialty cocktail; photo ops and more — along with a live broadcast of the 97th Academy Awards (displayed on Center City’s biggest screen).

Plus, VIP ticketholders get access to a private screening room with live piano accompaniment (fancy!), a full bar and prosecco toast, elevated eats, and exclusive VIP service.

Where: Film Society Center, 1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA

“As we begin our review of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2027, I thank the Governor for partnering with the Legislature in fulfilling our promise of making New Jersey more affordable. Once again dedicating nearly half of the Appropriations Act to direct and indirect property tax relief sends a clear and decisive message to our taxpayers that Trenton is serious about supporting its residents, schools and local communities.
“I appreciate and accept the Governor’s call to make tough budget decisions in the face of federal cuts and tariffs, a slowing economy, and lower corporate tax revenue. With our budget process just starting, the Assembly is prepared to do the hard work on behalf of the people of New Jersey like we did in achieving a full pension payment and full school formula funding. I have full faith in Budget Chair Pintor Marin and the Assembly Budget Committee in its forthcoming review and will look for cuts and efficiencies like we have always done and we will produce a balanced, responsible budget that reflects the values of working families in New Jersey.
“I am also proud to see that for the sixth straight year, the budget proposes to fully fund our pension obligations, and that the Sherrill administration is making a record investment in K-12 aid to help maintain the best public schools in the nation. The funding for New Jersey’s property tax relief programs is also important, and I look forward to working with the Governor to strengthen those programs and make them sustainable for years to come.
“I resume my call on our Congressional delegation and President Trump to reverse course on the cruel and unnecessary cuts to safety net programs like Medicaid and SNAP that will tax our budget and more importantly that of our families who will find our state’s healthcare providers and our grocery stores, bodegas and farmers struggling to pay their bills. Equally frustrating, we learned that the federal changes set to take effect in January will cost New Jersey taxpayers $100 million in new, unnecessary bureaucratic costs that should be borne by the federal government.
“It is against this backdrop that the Assembly Budget Committee will start its budget review process, beginning with two public budget hearings that allow New Jersey residents to testify on the proposed spending plan. The Governor has presented her budget proposal, and now it is the duty of the Legislature to vet and finalize a fiscally responsible FY27 spending plan. As we approach the months ahead, I look forward to hearing from the public in order to reach a budget agreement that reflects our values, delivers on our promises of affordability and creates a brighter future for the families of our state.”

Pi Day at The Franklin Institute

Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 3:14 p.m.

Calling all the brainiacs: A totally “irrational celebration of the brain” is taking over Philly’s premier science museum, The Franklin Institute. Test the limits of the old noggin and show off your smarts with hands-on science activities, engaging demonstrations and expert-led dissections in honor of Pi Day and Brain Awareness Day.

Journey around the universe in an interactive show, Pi in the Sky Tonight; be one of the first 314 braniacs to find the Pi Day cart and win a limited-edition Spiced Apple Pie donut from Federal Donuts; or get up-close-and-personal with the brains of humans, snakes, dolphins and more.

Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Philly AIDS Thrift Announces 2026 Grant Awards Supporting HIV/AIDS Services Across Greater Philadelphia

Community donations become direct funding for essential HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support services.

Philadelphia, PA – Philly AIDS Thrift is proud to announce $404,557.00 in community grant funding to 33 nonprofit organizations delivering HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support services across Greater Philadelphia. With this grant cycle, the organization surpasses $5.6 million in total donations since its founding, reflecting its long-term commitment to community-based HIV/AIDS services.

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52 Weeks of Firsts’ Firstival at the Drexel University

Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

52 Weeks of Firsts honors 250 years of Philly pioneering by celebrating the city’s many historic achievements — every Saturday, all throughout 2026. Featured Philadelphia “firsts” include inventions like the Slinky, cultural milestones such as Mother’s Day and significant locations like the first African Methodist Episcopal church.

The free celebrations take place at the original location of each first (or in spaces that represent where these significant milestones occurred) and include guest speakers, a sculpture, monthly marquee events and historic deep dives by Once Upon a Nation.

This Saturday, don’t miss the celebration of the first women’s medical college in America (1850) at the Drexel University Health Sciences Building.

Where: Drexel University Health Sciences Building, 60 N. 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA

*Please Touch Museum aims to bring together the past, present and future through six interactive exhibit zones. — Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia*

Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

We’re well into winter’s home stretch, and if you’re anything like us, you’ve found yourself daydreaming about block parties and barbecues more than you want to admit. The wait is over for Fairmount Park’s Please Touch Museum.

The uber-interactive kids-centric museum brings all the fun of a backyard bash — lawn games, bounce houses and more — indoors for a smashingly good time. Grab the littles for a day full of creative crafts, performances, storytimes, games and other interactive activities inspired by warm-weather activities.

Where: Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA