‘Expressing Yourself in Philly’ Who loves movies or cultural festivals. You'll have your choice of all kinds of movies and different types of cultural festivals all summer long. A good way to spend time with the family, relax some, and enjoy these free activities. Don't forget to check out the Bastille Day events throughout the city. How can one not get excited about this great City of Philadelphia! Did you know : Philly was named #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure. In the … [Read more...]
Get Chills Exploring Independence National Historical Park
July 12, 2012 By
'America's Most Historic Square Mile' Feel the power walking throughout many parts of the Independence National Historical Park while knowing that it was a part of the American Revolution and the nation's founding history. Even though the park itself is 55-acres large, which comprises much of the downtown area known as Center City or the Historic District, the main focal point is within several square blocks which is called Independence Mall. The park has been nicknamed "America's most … [Read more...]
A Memorial for All Imigrants Located at the Irish Memorial
July 9, 2012 By
'Meeting the Irish of the Past' The Irish Memorial, which overlooks the Delaware River, is located in a 1.75 acre park in Penn's Landing, right at the southeast corner of Front and Chestnut Streets. It first opened on October 25, 2003 and is recognized as a National Monument. The Irish Memorial was sculpted by Glenna Goodacre, the artist who sculpted the Vietnam Women's Memorial in Washington, D.C.. The monument is dedicated to the memory of more than one million men, women and children … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Arts & Movies All Summer Long
July 6, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Events, Festivals, & Attractions All Summer Long ‘Enjoying the Arts & Movies in Philly' Hope everyone had a great 4th of July. Who gets excited about this great City of Philadelphia! Did you know : Philly was named #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure. In the last 8 months, the city has been recognized for top 10 parks in the world, best cheesesteaks, #1 in Culture; and we can feel that the list will be growing in 2012. This city just … [Read more...]
Get Your Sea Legs at the Independence Seaport Museum
July 4, 2012 By
'Experience the Old & the New of Philadelphia’s Maritime History' Independence Seaport Museum, once known as the Philadelphia Maritime Museum, is located in the Penn's Landing Complex along the Delaware River. The museum was founded in 1961 by J. Welles Henderson. Independence Seaport Museum Experience & Atmosphere The Independence Seaport Museum has been at it's current location since 1995, after relocating several times within the city. The Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers have … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – 4th of July Events with Fireworks, Food, Parades & More
June 29, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia - 4th of July Events with Fireworks, Food, Parades & More ‘Come Celebrate a Week Long of 4th of July Events in Philly' Who loves 4th of July, fireworks, good food, history, and so much more. Well, you can get all of that in the next 6 days right here in the City of Brotherly Love. And if you are visiting Philly, you'll be in for a treat. Thanks to Wawa Welcome America and the City of Philadelphia, there will be two days of fireworks, food festivals, the … [Read more...]
Free Library of Philadelphia
June 26, 2012 By
'Where Mind Meets Education & Explores History' The Free Library of Philadelphia is located on Vine Street, not far from Logan Square. This large free standing structure is situated right off of the Ben Franklin Parkway, which could be classified as "Museum Row". That's because of such fine museums as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Franklin Institute, the Rodin Museum, and others that are in the same vicinity. Free Library of Philadelphia History Opening in March 1894, the Free … [Read more...]
Gunners Run at The Piazza in Northern Liberties
June 24, 2012 By
Gunners Run at The Piazza in Northern Liberties 'Contemporary American Bar & Food' Gunners Run, which use to be Swift Half, is located at the Piazza at Schmidt's in Northern Liberties. Love good infused drinks or a Bloody Mary bar, this is your spot. Gunners Run Experience & Atmosphere Gunners Run, with an unique story behind its name, opened one year ago from March and is a group effort of a few Philadelphia business owners, bringing a new style of food and drink to The … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Manayunk Arts Festival, Shark Week at Adventure Aquarium, & more
June 22, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Manayunk Arts Festival, Shark Week at Adventure Aquarium, & more ‘Summer is Officially Here - Stay Cool' Welcome Summer! Summer kicked off on Wednesday. Who gets excited about summer! The Jersey Shore and Delaware Beaches are popular during the summer months. If not shore bound, there are always plenty of things to do in Philadelphia, whether you are living in the area or just visiting. This weekend is no disappointment. Check out the Manayunk Arts … [Read more...]
Supporting PYT, The Piazza at Schmidt’s, Northern Liberties, & Philly
June 20, 2012 By
Supporting PYT, The Piazza at Schmidt's, Northern Liberties, & Philly 'Bringing Together Communities & Showing Support' It's very easy to harp on the negative and sometimes dwell on these kinds of issues. MyPhillyAlive is not a news agency, but a site to share with you all things to do in Philadelphia, places to see, and places to experience. Yet we felt like we had to bring up the most recent incident that took place on the morning of June 11th in Northern Liberties. What happened? … [Read more...]
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