Food Tours and Everything You Need to Know About Friday

Here's everything you need to know about Friday, Aug. 16.

Food Tours: I'll let the organizers describe it: "Tease your taste buds as we bring to life the hidden foodie paradise of Manayunk! You’ll eat delicious foods from six authentic mom-and-pop restaurants, ethnic eateries, and local bakeries. All food tastings, enough for a substantial lunch, are included in the ticket price of $35, (use promo code PATCH when booking this exclusive discount for Manayunk/Roxborough locals! We love you guys).   Click here for more information.

Thrill Show Tickets: Tickets are still available for the Philadelphia Police Department's annual Thrill Show.  All proceeds from the show go towards scholarships for the children of fallen city police officers and firefighters.

This day in history: On Aug. 16, 1954, the first issue of Sports Illustrated is published.

Traffic: Need to know what's what for your commute?  Check out the PennDOT traffic cameras.  

Weather: Friday will be slightly warmer than Thursday.  It's supposed to be sunny and in the low 80s.