Jeff Belonger MyPhillyAlive Founder

Jeff Belonger is the Founder and Owner of MyPhillyAlive.com. Having a lot of passion about Philadelphia, Jeff wanted to share all of what Philadelphia has to offer, so he created MyPhillyAlive.com.

The Philly Slide to Benefit Little Kids Rock

The Philly Slide to Benefit Little Kids Rock 'It's All About Giving Back - Supporting a Good Cause - Little Kids Rock' Some of you might have heard of the "Electric Slide" that took off around 2002. Now welcome the "Philly Slide", created right here in the City of Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love. The "Philly Slide" is a song to boost morale and pride for Philadelphians; and is a tribute to Philadelphia. This song is to help support Little Kids Rock, which is a national nonprofit … [Read more...]

Philadelphia 4th of July – 2012 Guide to Fourth of July Festivities & Fireworks

Philadelphia 4th of July - 2012 Guide to Fourth of July Festivities & Fireworks 'Your Cheat Sheet to 4th of July Events in Philly' Fourth of July is fast approaching and it's always been a great time to spend time with family, friends, and loved ones. 4th of July is a day when we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence which took place on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. The City of Philadelphia is where it all began, to where the … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia – Father’s Day & the Start of Summer

Things To Do In Philadelphia - Father's Day & the Start of Summer 'Appreciating Dads on Father’s Day’ Can you believe that Summer officially starts next Wednesday, June 20. Who gets excited about summer! We know people like heading to the Jersey Shore and Delaware Beaches. If you are still in the city or visiting Philly, with so many things to do in Philadelphia, so many things to explore, it could take all summer to do just that. One thing that we want to point out and share is that … [Read more...]

The Piazza at Schmidt’s in Northern Liberties

The Piazza at Schmidt's in Northern Liberties 'Experience a European Style Square in Philly' The Piazza at Schmidt's is located in Northern Liberties and brings many events and activities throughout the year. It can't be seen from the street, so you need to check it out for yourself. The Piazza at Schmidt's Experience & Atmosphere The Piazza is a European style square with a beautifully landscaped 80,000 square foot Italian-styled courtyard that features a 400+ square-foot Daktoniks LED … [Read more...]

DiNic’s Roast Pork and Beef at the Reading Terminal Market

DiNic's Roast Pork and Beef at the Reading Terminal Market 'Serving Roast Beef Since 1954' Tommy DiNic's is a roast pork and roast beef shop located in the Reading Terminal Market. It's the secret hot sandwich shop inside the terminal since 1980. DiNic's Roast Pork and Beef Experience & Atmosphere DiNic's started out in a 3-story building in the 1920's. Behind was a kitchen in which Tommy's dad sold meat. One day someone asked if they would roast the meat, hence how the DiNic's got into … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia – End of Philly Beer Week, Fete’s Day at Elfreth’s Alley, Prison Break at Eastern State Penitentiary & more

Things To Do In Philadelphia – End of Philly Beer Week, Fete's Day at Elfreth's Alley, Prison Break at Eastern State Penitentiary & more 'Celebrate with Family, Friends, and Philadelphians' It just keeps getting better and better. With awesome events last weekend such as the Philadelphia International Cycling Championship, Fairmount Restaurant Week, the start of Philly Beer Week; could one think it would get better? With so many things to do in Philadelphia, you will want to keep your … [Read more...]

Brauhaus Schmitz ~ A German Beer Hall

'Authentic German Beer Hall' Brauhaus Schmitz, a German Beer Hall, is located on South Street. Die Auswahl an Bieren ist ausgezeichnet! (The beer selection is excellent!) Brauhaus Schmitz Atmosphere & Experience Love German food? German beers? Always wanted to try an establishment with a German Beer Hall concept? You should check out this authentic German Beer Hall, Brauhaus Schmitz. Founded by Doug Hager and Kelly Schmitz-Hager in June 2009, they wanted to bring their knowledge and … [Read more...]

Prison Break Weekend at Eastern State Penitentiary

Prison Break Weekend at Eastern State Penitentiary 'Life of a Prison Inmate' Eastern State Penitentiary will be hosting Prison Break Weekend this Saturday and Sunday, June 9th and 10th. This event will highlight some of the most infamous prison breaks in American History. Have you ever spoken to a real inmate at a prison before? Well, it won't happen this weekend, but you will certainly get to listen to two actors, one who portrays tunnel mastermind Clarence Klinedinst and another … [Read more...]

Philly Local Cyclist – Michael Chauner – Philadelphia Bike Race

  Philly Local Cyclist - Michael Chauner - Philadelphia Bike Race 'Persistence, Not Giving Up' Know about the Philadelphia International Cycling Championship that is taking place tomorrow, June 3. There are many great cyclists from around the world that will be participating in this weeks 125 mile bike race. This is a story about our own, Michael Chauner who is 25 years of age, who will be participating in his 2nd Philly Bike Race. Last year Michael finished 39th out of approximately 180 … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Beer Week, Philly Bike Race, First Friday & more

Things To Do In Philadelphia - Philly Beer Week, Philly Bike Race, First Friday 'Great Start to Summer in the City of Brotherly Love' What a packed weekend of things to do in Philadelphia, hence why we are posting this a day earlier than usual. Key your eye on such exciting events as Philly Beer Week, the Philadelphia International Cycling Championship, also known as the Philly Bike Race or the Manayunk Bike Race, and much more. Don't forget that Fairmount Restaurant Week ends this … [Read more...]