'Honoring Those Men & Women Who Have Served In The Armed Forces For Our Freedom' Veterans Day is an official United States federal holiday that is observed annually on November 11, honoring people who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, also known as veterans. The History of Veterans Day U.S. President Woodrow Wilson first proclaimed Armistice Day for November 11, 1919. Armistice Day was created for November 11 to mark … [Read more...]
Marines Birthday Celebration Nov 10 at Tankie’s Tavern Formerly Known As Cookie’s Tavern In South Philly!
November 1, 2022 By
‘247th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration’ . On November 10, 1775, the Continential Marines were established by the Second Continental Congress. Research indicates that the birthplace of the Corps, as the first place where Marines enlisted, was Tun Tavern in Philadelphia! In 1781, the Tun Tavern burned down. Its former structure stood at a location now occupied by Interstate 95, where it passes Penn’s Landing. A commemorative marker on the east … [Read more...]
Unmasking The Legacy Gala In Philadelphia!
October 27, 2022 By
'Philly’s Greatest Masquerade Celebration Honors Local Heroes and Gives Back' . JerseyMan and PhillyMan Magazine host their 7th annual Unmasking the Legacy Gala, November 3 from 6 pm to 10 pm, to celebrate its man and woman of the year honorees at Ballroom at the Ben. This masquerade-themed celebration will bring together 6 men and women who have had profound impacts on their community. A portion of each ticket sold will benefit the charity or non-profit chosen by the two … [Read more...]
Oktoberfest Street Festival at Brauhaus Schmitz!
October 13, 2022 By
'Drink, Eat & Dance Oktoberfest Style' . Be prepared for a celebration as thousands attend Brauhaus Schmidtz's annual Oktoberfest on South Street stretching for three blocks! The 14th annual festival takes place Saturday, October 15 from 11 am until 8 pm. Visitors will be able to feast on such German food as Bratwurst, Bauernwurst, potato salad, Sauerkraut, and jumbo pretzels that will be prepared by their very own Chef Valentin Bay and his crew. Of course, a German … [Read more...]
The Annual WAWA Hoagie Day
June 28, 2022 By
'Celebrating With FREE WAWA Hoagies!' Imagine 7 tons of hoagies! Now imagine a free hoagie! That's what you get with WAWA Hoagie Day! WAWA Hoagie Day was celebrated in 1992 with a free, 500-foot hoagie. On that day, then-Mayor Ed Rendell, proclaimed the hoagie the “Official Sandwich of Philadelphia.” Decades later, the 29th annual Wawa Hoagie Day taking place on June 29th at noon, focuses on honoring our troops and First Responders, and expands on Wawa’s partnership with the … [Read more...]
Sound Mind Network Musical Festival ~ Healing Through The Arts With The Bacon Brothers, Tony Luke Jr and More! June 26 at Bally’s in Atlantic City!
June 24, 2022 By
'Healing Through The Arts' . Sound check! You are in for a special treat as some talented musicians gather for a special musical festival for a great cause on Sunday, June 26th at Bally's Atlantic City Hotel and Casino! Welcome the Sound Mind Network Musical Festival, "Healing Through The Arts!" The Bacon Brothers, Kevin and Michael Bacon, will be the music festival's headliners! There will be other musical talents such as Tony Luke Jr, the Nashville girl group … [Read more...]
Flag Day Events in Philadelphia
June 14, 2022 By
'Honoring the Symbol of Our Country!' Flag Day is a special day that takes place on June 14, which commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened on that day in 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. The Second Continental Congress originated in Philadelphia and had it's original meeting place at Independence Hall. Flag Day is not an official holiday, but in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a … [Read more...]
Irish American Festival Invades The Great Plaza At Penn’s Landing
June 4, 2022 By
'Celebrating All Things Irish' What a great way to kick off the month of June than with PECO's Multicultural Series celebrating the Irish American Festival at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing. The celebration is on June 4 from noon to 7 pm. The PECO Multicultural Series is a succession of outdoor festivals that brings cultures and their traditions from all over the world into Philadelphia. Irish American Festival's Atmosphere & Experience The Irish Festival celebrates … [Read more...]
Old City Eats Kick-Off Party!
May 25, 2022 By
'Eating With Friends Like There Is No Tomorrow' . Hey foodies, get your appetites ready! The Old City Block Party on Thursday, May 26 from 4 pm to 9 pm, kicks-off Old City Eats. During this event, there will be approximately 13 restaurants and bars that will offer discounted food and drinks. Every Thursday afterwards, that will continue all summer long until August 25, 2022, there will be 20 plus restaurants and bars that will be participating in Old City Eats. Old City … [Read more...]
9th Street Italian Market Festival in South Philly
May 19, 2022 By
'Authentic Italian Culture in South Philadelphia' Food, Food and more Food! The Italian Market is the nation's oldest continuously operating outdoor market. The city's biggest block party will take place on May 21 and 22, which runs along South 9th Street, from Fitzwater to Federal Streets. The family event will go live from 11 am to 6 pm on both days. Just like St. Patrick's Day, when everyone is Irish for a day, this festival is when everyone becomes Italian for the 2-day … [Read more...]
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