'A Tribute to 9/11 Victims of Flight 93' Move over small boats, because here is the USS Somerset! The 684 foot-long Naval LPD 25 ship, the USS Somerset, arrived in Philadelphia on Friday, February 21. This huge amphibious transport dock is now in Penn's Landing for a commissioning ceremony on Saturday, March 1. It's to be noted that tickets to the public are no longer available for the event, which expects nearly 7,000 attendees. The vessel commemorates the crew and passengers who reacted … [Read more...]
Our Guide To Christmas Tree Lighting Celebrations in Philadelphia
December 4, 2013 By
'Celebrating The Joy Of Communities During The Holidays' Click Here For 2014's Guide to Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Philadelphia Who gets excited about decorating trees during the holidays. There will be many tree lighting celebrations throughout the City of Brotherly Love this 2014 holiday season! There will be much more than just beautiful trees being lit. Many of these community celebrations will have live music, hot coco, holiday giveaways, Christmas carols will be … [Read more...]
Race Street Pier at Penn’s Landing
July 16, 2013 By
'Waterfront Relaxation in the City of Brotherly Love' Enjoying a peaceful section of Philadelphia can be found at Race Street Pier. Situated along the Delaware River, next to the beginning of the Ben Franklin Bridge, this park provides several areas for you to relax, hold special events, enjoy a family picnic, or to get a little fun workout into your day. On some nights, watch musicians, outdoor movies, or one of the many summer fireworks displays. History of Race Street Pier Originally … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Festivals, Art, Music, Food
September 7, 2012 By
'Celebrating Fun, Excitement, & History’ Summer is over and fall begins it's season. What can fall translate to in Philadelphia. Music festivals, art festivals, food festivals, and just touring the city with cooler weather. So many things to do in Philadelphia, we just can't keep the excitement down. The are several things taking place this weekend: such as the 3-day WHYY Connections Festival, First Fridays in Old City and Penn's Landing, Drink Philly's 1st Phestiv-Ale, a free guided … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – First Fridays, Summer Jazz Nights at Penns Landing, Festivals in Northern Liberties & More
August 3, 2012 By
'Get Excited About Philadelphia!’ So many free events in Philadelphia this weekend. Today starts of with First Fridays in Old City and Manayunk. Also check out the many free movie screenings, festivals, and concerts. Just a good way to spend time with the family, friends, to relax some, and enjoy these free activities and much more. How excited do you get about this great city! Did you know : Philly was named #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure. In the last 8 months, the … [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...]
Philadelphia 4th of July – 2012 Guide to Fourth of July Festivities & Fireworks
June 17, 2012 By
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 – Philly Beer Week, Philly Bike Race, First Friday & more
May 31, 2012 By
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...]
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