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Carpenters' Hall - History of Philadelphia

Carpenters’ Hall – History of Philadelphia

'Key Meeting Place of the First Continental Congress' Carpenters' Hall is a historic building in Old City Philadelphia that is also part of Independence National Historical Park. This building was part of the start of our Independence as we know it today. History of Carpenters' Hall Carpenters' Hall was built in 1770 and completed in 1773 by the Carpenters' Company. It was first used as a … [Read More...]

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Things to do in Philadelphia – President’s Day Weekend

Things to do in Philadelphia - President's Day Weekend “City of Brotherly Love” In the City of Philadelphia, there are always some things to do in Philadelphia. May it be for that single person, the family, or those that are visiting Philadelphia. Here at MyPhillyAlive, we like to share those events and attractions that will only be around for a short time. Here are a few highlighted events or … [Read More...]

Marathon Grill - Restaurants in Philadelphia

Marathon Grill – Restaurants in Philadelphia

Marathon Grill - Restaurants in Philadelphia 'Serving Your Neighborhood' It would take a marathon of visits to try all the menu items at Marathon Grill, a family-owned Center City Philadelphia chain since 1984. And every visit would please your palate. My all-time favorite is the control-freak salad, which describes tastes, not personalities. For a reasonable $9, I can choose 1 of 4 kinds of … [Read More...]

Con Murphy's Irish Pub - Irish Bars in Philadelphia

Con Murphy’s Irish Pub – Irish Bars in Philadelphia

Con Murphy's Irish Pub - Irish Bars in Philadelphia 'A Cozy Irish Pub' Con Murphy's is an Irish Pub in Philadelphia that opened in October 2009 by founders Maurice Collins and Liam Kelly. The pub is located on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, just a stones throw from some of the best museums in Philadelphia. Con Murphy's Atmosphere & Experience Don't let the outside of Con Murphy's fool you, … [Read More...]

Bruce Springsteen Exhibit at National Constitution Center

Bruce Springsteen at the National Constitution Center

Bruce Springsteen at the National Constitution Center 'From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen' Bruce Springsteen comes to the National Constitution Center, that opens on March 17th. Bruce Springsteen once said, "The American idea is a beautiful idea. It needs to be preserved, served, protected and sung out. Sung out." Bruce Springsteen Exhibit … [Read More...]

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Things to do in Philadelphia

Things to do in Philadelphia “City of Brotherly Love” There are always some things to do in Philadelphia. We like to share those events and attractions that will only be around for a short time. Are you visiting Philadelphia this weekend? You will be in luck in regards to a few special events this weekend. Here are a few highlighted events or attractions for this weekend in Philly of for the … [Read More...]

Phillies fans at Washington Nationals game

The Philadelphia Phillies – Phillies Fans Invade Washington

The Philadelphia Phillies - Phillies Fans Invade Washington "The Best Traveling Fans in Baseball" Hey Philadelphia Phillies fans, Washington doesn't want you to show up at their home games!!! The Washington National's fans are tired of seeing more Philadelphia Phillies fans than their own at Nationals Park. At least the Phillies fans are helping to fill up the stadium, right? Just imagine, at … [Read More...]

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Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia – Museums in Philadelphia

'Where the Kids Take Charge' Please Touch Museum is an interactive children's museum in Fairmount Park. This type of museum in Philadelphia is where you can let your kid(s) loose for hours of fun and enjoyment and actually have fun with them. History of the Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia The Please Touch Museum originally opened in 1976 and has been in several different areas since then. … [Read More...]

Skyline of City of Philadelphia from Fairmount section

Things to do in Philadelphia – What do you like?

Things to do in Philadelphia - What do you like? "City of Brotherly Love" Looking for things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Visiting Philadelphia and have some time to squeeze something else into your agenda? The City of Philadelphia has so much to offer and we just wanted to highlight a few of the things taking place this weekend. Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend First Friday … [Read More...]

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Philadelphia International Flower Show

Philadelphia International Flower Show 2012 Theme : Islands of Aloha The Philadelphia International Flower Show welcomes you to the Islands of Aloha which will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in March. So pack up your bags and head on over. With so many things to do in Philadelphia, this is a must see event. History of Philadelphia Flower Show Philadelphia paved the way in … [Read More...]

La Calaca Feliz in Fairmount

La Calaca Feliz in Fairmount – Mexican Restaurants in Philadelphia

'Great Taste North of the Boarder' La Calaca Feliz is a new Mexican restaurant located in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia, which opened on January 18th, 2012. Chef Tim Spinner and business person Brian Sirhal, who have been friends since high school, just celebrated their one year anniversary of Cantina Feliz in Ft. Washington, PA. Approximately a year later, they now have opened La Calaca … [Read More...]

Van Gogh Exhibit - Courtesy of Philadelphia Museum of Art

Van Gogh at the Philadelphia Museum of Art – Museums in Philadelphia

Van Gogh at the Philadelphia Art Museum "Rare Glimpse of the Artist's Passion for Nature" Van Gogh Up Close opens Feb. 1 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA).  This collection of 46 paintings draws the viewer into the famous painter’s intimate view of nature. In these works, Van Gogh paints landscapes and still life images in a way no artist had before him.  He’s looking at scale and … [Read More...]

Misconduct Tavern – Bars in Philadelphia

'Come Sail Away with Good Food & Drinks' Misconduct Tavern is located in the Rittenhouse Square area, not far from the Avenue of the Arts, on Locust Avenue in Philadelphia. Current owners, Chris Markham and Chuck Ercole, took over in March of 2007. Since then, they have righted this ship in a good direction. Misconduct Tavern Atmosphere & Experience Misconduct Tavern is a quaint … [Read More...]

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Things to do in Philadelphia – Weekend of January 27th – 29th

Things to do in Philadelphia - Weekend of January 27th - 29th 2012 "The City of Brotherly Love" The City of Philadelphia always has something going on exciting, no matter if you live in the city or visiting Philadelphia. The weather should be cooperating and there are many things to do in Philadelphia this weekend and we wanted to highlight a few events and attractions. What Things To Do In … [Read More...]

Rouge in Rittenhouse Square - Restaurants in Philadelphia

Rouge – Restaurants in Philadelphia

Rouge - Restaurants in Philadelphia A Rittenhouse Square Restaurant & Lounge Rouge, located in the Rittenhouse Square area, over-looks the wonderful view of Rittenhouse Square itself. Opened in 1998 by husband and wife owners Maggie and Rob Wasserman, they originally set the standard for fine restaurants in Rittenhouse Square. Rouge Atmosphere & Experience Rouge is a people person's … [Read More...]