A Central Gathering Place The anticipated opening of Dilworth Park, aka Dilworth Plaza, is finally here. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be on Thursday, September 4 at 11:00 am. The ribbon cutting will be followed by an all-day community arts and culture festival featuring performances and talent from neighborhoods across the city. There will be fun activities as well on both September 5 and 6. This new addition, reestablishing William Penn’s original Center Square as a gathering place … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Smooth Jazz, Beer Gardens and More!
August 22, 2014 By
'Get To Know Philadelphia’ For some, the summer is ending quickly. Get out there and enjoy the many kid friendly free activities. The City of Brotherly Love has so many hidden gems. No matter if you live in Philadelphia or visiting, have you checked out the historical sites that aren't main stream, or the many wonderful museums? Don't forget to check out the beer gardens at the PHS Pop-Up Garden, Spruce Street Harbor Park or the Independence Beer Garden. Don't forget the Farmers' Markets and … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Bacon Fest, Pennsylvania Dutch Festival and More!
August 7, 2014 By
'Eat Tons of Bacon & Experience Philly's Historical Attractions’ The City of Brotherly Love has so many hidden gems. No matter if you live in Philadelphia or visiting, have you checked out the historical sites that aren't main stream, or the many wonderful museums? Don't forget to check out the beer gardens at the PHS Pop-Up Garden, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Magic Carpet at The Oval or the Independence Beer Garden. There are many kid related activities that surround the historical … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Beer Camp, 2nd Street Festival, Dragon Boat Festival and More!
August 1, 2014 By
'Dragon Boats, Beer, Food ... Oh My’ The City of Brotherly Love has so many hidden gems. Even if you live in Philadelphia, have you checked out the historical sites that aren't main stream, or the many wonderful museums. Even check out beer gardens at the PHS Pop-Up Garden, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Magic Carpet at The Oval or the Independence Beer Garden. There are many kid related activities that surround the historical attributes of Philadelphia, Farmers' Markets and much more. In … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ East Passyunk Car Show and Street Festival and More!
July 25, 2014 By
'Enjoy Your Weekend Exploring Philadelphia & East Passyunk Car Show’ The City of Brotherly Love has so many hidden gems. Even if you live in Philadelphia, have you checked out the historical sites that aren't main stream, or the many wonderful museums. Even check out beer gardens at the PHS Pop-Up Garden, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Magic Carpet at The Oval or the Independence Beer Garden. There are many kid related activities that surround the historical attributes of Philadelphia, … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Hot Dog Events, Ice Cream Festival and More!
July 18, 2014 By
'Feed Your Face & Cool Off Weekend’ Yes, it's definitely the Dog Days of Summer. To kick off your weekend, stuff your face with the Dog Days of Summer Hot Dog Event or cool off with ice cream and delicious food at the Sidewalk Sizzle and Ice Cream Freeze. Check out beer gardens at the PHS Pop-Up Garden, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Magic Carpet at The Oval or the Independence Beer Garden. There are many kid related activities that surround the historical attributes of Philadelphia, Farmers' … [Read more...]
Connecting Young People To National Parks With Doreen Taylor and the NPCA
July 12, 2014 By
'Saving Our National Parks!' We seem to take many things for granted, and in my opinion, one of them is our National Parks. As we approach the centennial of our national parks in 2016, it's been said that fewer younger people have visited these parks over the years. The National Parks Conservation Association, the NPCA, has prioritized in connecting younger people and more diverse audiences to our national parks. The NPCA has enlisted the services of country-rock songstress Doreen Taylor … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Bastille Day, Hispanic Fiesta, Free Movies and More!
July 11, 2014 By
'Enjoying The Dog Days of Summer in Philly’ Kids are out of school, pools are open and you are looking for things to do with the kids. A lot is taking shape as far as fun activities and events that people of all ages can enjoy, many of which are free. To kick off your weekend, check out the PHS Pop-Up Garden, many kid related activities surround the historical attributes of Philadelphia, Hispanic Fiesta Day, Bastille Day, the "Magic Carpet" at the Oval, the Bluegrass and Blueberries Festival, … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ 4th of July, Fireworks, Free Movies and More!
July 4, 2014 By
'Celebrating American Independence’ Happy 4th of July! What a great way to kick off the weekend with so many wonderful events and activities today. There will be the main parade in the historic section of Philadelphia, with many other events today, topped off with a spectacular fireworks show above the Philadelphia Museum of Art starting at 10:30 pm. Other activities to enjoy would be the Spruce Street Harbor Park, All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival, First Friday and much more. For some … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Opening of Spruce Street Habor Park, Pre-4th of July Activities and Much More!
June 27, 2014 By
'Early 4th of July Festivities!’ This weekend kicks off fun and exciting events and activities leading up to 4th of July next Friday! Today is the official opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and 4th Fridays at The Shambles in the Headhouse District. Head on over to Independence National Historical Park and allow your kids can join the Continental Army for marching drills and musket etiquette. How about raise the flag with Betsy Ross. Or listen to historians as they tell the story of every … [Read more...]
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