‘Food, Art, Music... Enjoying All That Philly Has To Offer!’ It will be nice to see the warmer weather sticking around. And with warmer weather, comes more outdoor festivals, activities and much more! The weekend kicks off with 4th Fridays in the South Street Headhouse District, an Art Party, the last night for Solar Vortex diner specials and ends with a Philly Wine Week party at Alla Spina. In upcoming weeks, get ready for First Fridays, the Manyunk StrEAT Food Festival, Manayunk … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ End of Philly Wine Week, 4th Fridays in Headhouse District and More!
March 28, 2014 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Philly Wine Week, March Madness, Founders Day at Academy of Natural Sciences and More!
March 21, 2014 By
‘Spring Is Officially Here! - Let The Good Times Roll’ Let's put the winter of 2013-14 behind us and embrace all the good things that come with spring. The weekend kicks off with March Madness, Founders Day at the Academy of Natural Sciences, several excellent benefits for great causes, free admissions to several fine museums and Philly Wine Week. In upcoming weeks, get ready for First Fridays, the Center City Jazz Festival, Easter events, the Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta and much … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Mardi Gras, Flower Show, Art and More!
February 28, 2014 By
‘Party Time with the Flower Show, Mardi Gras & Much More’ Spring must be around the corner, because the World renowned Philadelphia Flower Show opens this weekend. Just don't peak outside starting Monday and Tuesday. Think warmth and flowers. Don't forget that East Passyunk Restaurant Week ends this weekend. In up coming weeks, get ready for the St. Patrick's Day Parade, St. Patrick's Day; followed by many food festivals and much more. What event or activity this weekend or during the … [Read more...]
City Hall Tree Lighting at Love Park
December 4, 2013 By
'Holiday Traditions in Philly' Who has that holiday spirit! One way to get into the Holiday spirit is to come check out the Annual City Hall tree lighting ceremony. Due to the construction of City Hall, for the third year in a row, this event will take place at the Christmas Village at Love Park. This 38-foot tree will display thousands of colorful LED lights in helping you get into the festive holiday spirit. Mayor Nutter will have the honors this year, as he kicks of the 2013 holiday … [Read more...]
Love Park in Philadelphia
July 22, 2013 By
'Love Park in Philadelphia' The City of Philadelphia has so many hidden attractions, and this particular one, Love Park, has some very interesting history behind it. Love Park was built in the 1960's, but was actually conceived in 1932. The park became an impressive setting for City Hall, for all Philadelphians, and is a favorite tourist destination. Originally known as John F. Kennedy Plaza, LOVE Park serves as the grand entrance to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The plaza was designed … [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...]
Washington Square in Philadelphia
October 11, 2012 By
'Host to the Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary Soldier' Washington Square, also known as Washington Square Park, was one of Philadelphia's five original squares as laid out in 1682 by William Penn's surveyor. This 6.4-acre Southeast Square is nestled in a great part of the city and is kept very clean, which is now part of Independence National Historical Park. History of Washington Square The Square was once used to graze animals and for burials by city's African American community in the … [Read more...]
Sister Cities Park at Logan Square
August 20, 2012 By
'Beautifying the Benjamin Franklin Parkway' Sister Cities Park is the newest addition to Parks in Philadelphia, opening on May 10, 2012. The park is located at Logan Square in front of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Did you know? The City of Philadelphia was named one of the top ten cities for parks in the world. Read More - Best Cities for parks in the World Sister Cities Park Experience & Atmosphere The Park provides … [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...]
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