'Keeping In Shape or Drinking The Week Away - Which is it?’ It certainly feels like Summer now, even though the official day of summer begins on June 21. Maybe starring at the fountain picture will cool you off on those hot days. Just when we had 2 whole months of food festivals, it seems like it's time to get in shape. You can walk the Manayunk Wall, participate in the Manayunk Fit Fest, or enjoy free yoga classes by Dhyana Yoga yoga studios down at Race Street Pier. If you want to head … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Memorial Day Weekend in Philly
May 24, 2013 By
‘Explore Historical Philadelphia At Its Best’ Memorial Day Weekend is upon us. What plans do you have for Memorial Day Weekend in Philadelphia? We have some fun things for the kids, while keeping with the history of Philadelphia. 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 day Philadelphians during this moving version of the Declaration of … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Festivals & More
May 17, 2013 By
‘Philly Food At Its Best!’ Anyone stuff yet from the many food festivals that have taken place in Philadelphia recently? Well, strap on that horse feeder, because the mega food event of all Philly Food Festivals takes place this weekend. The 9th Street Italian Market Festival. Who truly gets excited about this event! A quick roundup of the food festivals and events that have already taken place. We already had the 2nd annual Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, the Philly Farm & Food event, … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Arts and Food for May 3 – 9
May 3, 2013 By
‘Get Ready To Get Your Grub On!’ Who has their appetite strapped on, because you'll certainly need it. A ton of food and music events are lined up for the next 30 days. The food festivals start taking shape in May and June. We already had the 2nd annual Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, the Philly Farm & Food event, Flavors of the Avenue on East Passyunk, the PIFA street fair and the Festival of Forgotten Foods. This weekend, you'll have the South Street Head House Spring Festival, the … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Philly Festivals & Much More
April 26, 2013 By
‘A Gorgeous Weekend to Enjoy Outdoor Activities in Philly’ Wow! It's looking to be a nice weekend with many events lined up for the next 30 days! Just a helpful reminder. You might want to bring your appetite prior to reading what we have in store for you. This is the time of year when the food festivals start taking shape in April and May. We already had the 2nd annual Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival & the Philly Farm & Food event. What another treat this weekend when we have the … [Read more...]
The President’s House in Philadelphia
December 19, 2012 By
'Freedom & Slavery in the Making of a New Nation at the President's House' The President's House, that originally combined slaves and freedom, is located just steps from the Liberty Bell in the Independence National Historical Park. This open-aired site is open 24-hours a day. History of the President's House The President's House was built by Mary Lawrence Masters in 1767, who moved to England in the early days of the Revolutionary War. The house was later bought by Robert Morris, in … [Read more...]
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