'Exhibit Features 10 Life-Size Terracotta Warriors!' Here is your chance to dive into the secrets behind the 2,000 year-old army of clay statues that guarded the tomb of China’s first emperor. This was all discovered in 1974. Philadelphia is the only east coast city to host the Terracotta Warriors of the First Emperor exhibit, which is held at The Franklin Institute until March 4! Seattle is the only other stop in the United States. This exhibit was developed by The Franklin Institute in … [Read more...]
Winter Fountains On The Benjamin Franklin Parkway
December 20, 2017 By
'Glowing Video Projections On The Benjamin Franklin Parkway' The Winter Fountains exhibition, part of the city's Parkway 100 Celebration, illuminates the Benjamin Franklin Parkway this winter with a stunning nighttime display of glowing videos projected onto four large domes. These inspirational installations will be showcased until March 18, 2018 and can be found at Aviator Park, outside the Rodin Museum, at the Park Towne Place Residences and at the Spring Garden Triangle. Exhibition … [Read more...]
Dim Sum House In University City
November 21, 2017 By
'A Hidden Gem In University City' Dim Sum House might not look like much when you first approach the building or even when walking up to the second floor, but once upstairs, the inside decor of this place has a modern look and its very nice and clean. It even gets better once you have tried the food. Located at 40th and Chestnut in University City, this establishment opened on January 11, 2017 by Jane Guo and Jackson Fu. This mother and son duo also own and operate Jane G's Restaurant … [Read more...]
Unmasking The Legacy Gala Recap
November 8, 2017 By
'Philly’s Greatest Masquerade Celebration Honors Local Heroes & Gives Back’ The Unmasking the Legacy Gala was a huge success, after its third year, and seems to get better each year! Unmasking the Legacy Gala, which took place on November 2 at the Ballroom at the Ben, was an event to celebrate its man and woman of the year honorees! The event is hosted by JerseyMan and PhillyMan Magazine. This masquerade-themed celebration brought together 10 men and women who have had profound … [Read more...]
The Phantom Of The Opera At The Academy Of Music
October 31, 2017 By
'Broadway Musical In Philadelphia' Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera will return to Philadelphia as part of a brand new North American Tour! This wonderful musical will be held at The Academy of Music from November 1 to 12! The production, overseen by Matthew Bourne and Cameron Mackintosh, boasts many exciting special effects including the show's legendary chandelier. The beloved story and thrilling score - with songs like … [Read more...]
Halloween Party Fundraiser Event For Bridget Foy’s Staff October 28, 2017!
October 26, 2017 By
'Halloween Party For A Good Cause!' Tragedy strikes us in many ways. If you haven't heard, a fire ripped through the iconic Bridget Foy's restaurant and bar at the corner of 2nd and South Streets in the South Street Headhouse District Wednesday morning, October 25 starting around 1:15 am. Bridget Foy's has been like a "Cheers" too so many for 40 years since being opened in 1978 by John Foy. The current owner is John's daughter, Bridget Foy, who has kept the restaurant as a cornerstone of … [Read more...]
Harry Potter Festival Returns To Chestnut Hill
October 19, 2017 By
'Exploring the World of Wizards in Chestnut Hill' Attention all wizards and muggles who want to explore Witchcraft and Wizardry. The Harry Potter Festival returns to Chestnut Hill! Enjoy two days of magical adventures and fantasy as this spectacular annual event takes over the town of Chestnut Hill on Friday, October 20, and Saturday, October 21. Explore a weekend of wizards, spells, potions, scavenger hunts, wizard chess, parades and more. Activities that were held on the Avenue in … [Read more...]
Cai Guo-Qiang: Fireflies FREE Interactive Installation Lights Up Benjamin Franklin Parkway Sept 15 to Oct 8
October 3, 2017 By
'Lighting Up The Benjamin Franklin Parkway With Interactive Art' Imagine riding down Benjamin Franklin Parkway in a pedicab (a small pedal-operated vehicle, serving as a taxi in some countries)! Here is your chance thanks to Cai Guo-Qiang: Fireflies, a new interactive artwork which is from September 15 to October 8. The Atmosphere and Experience Of Cai Guo-Qiang: Fireflies Guests will find 27 luminous, kinetic sculptures in the form of free pedicabs traveling along the Parkway from … [Read more...]
“We Are Connected” Festival September 8 ~ Parkway 100 Celebration In Philadelphia September 8, 2017 Thru November 16, 2018
September 7, 2017 By
'Celebrate 100 Years Of The Parkway' For 100 years, the Parkway has served as Philadelphia’s cultural boulevard filled with world-renowned art, science and educational offerings that attract local residents, visitors and businesses! The Ben Franklin Parkway is turning 100 and Philadelphia is set to mark this milestone with a year of special events, promotions, and family-friendly experiences through November 18, 2018. The Parkway 100 "We Are Connected" Festival, which is September 8, will … [Read more...]
The Philadelphia Eagles 2017 Roster Cuts To 53
September 3, 2017 By
'Introducing Your 2017-18 Philadelphia Eagles' It's officially here, the roster cuts trimming the Philadelphia Eagles to a 53-man roster. Is this the Good, the Bad, or the Ugly? One question might be, do you have faith in Howie Roseman, the executive vice president of football operations for the Eagles. Time will tell. The roster cuts had to be in by 4 pm on Saturday, September 2. This doesn't mean that the Eagles roster is etched in stone. As of now, the NFL waiver wire ended at noon … [Read more...]
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