Teare's specialty is anthropomorphic illustrations of pets dressed up like the elite of yesteryear. The Philly Happening Artist Series is a reoccurring feature that showcases unique Philadelphia artists. By Devon Hamilton for Philly Happening Have you ever dreamed of having your cat and dog’s personalities captured in colorful brushstrokes, as your favorite characters from The X-Files, Scully [...]
The newly-crowned Miss Philadelphia, Nia Andrews, at The Logan after her victory on Feb. 25. When Nia Andrews was nine, her sister, Bria, was born three months early. The baby had a 40 percent chance of survival, but beat the odds. "She was a miracle. She was so strong," said Andrews, the newly-crowned Miss Philadelphia. Bria [...]
Hungry for corned beef in Philadelphia? You're in luck! Corned beef, a salt-cured and seasoned beef brisket is a St. Patrick's Day tradition. Philadelphia, recently ranked one of the top cities in the country to celebrate St. Patrick's Day by wallethub.com, has plenty of options for getting your corned beef and cabbage fix. Here [...]
The Philly Happening Women Series is a reoccurring feature that highlights inspirational female personalities, entrepreneurs, and women making a difference in the City of Brotherly Love! When a traditional business career didn't bring Melissa Weinberg fulfillment, she took a chance and pursued her passion for movement. Melissa Weinberg has always loved to move. From the [...]
Holly Harrar, Miss Philadelphia 2016 Holly Harrar has made the most of her year as Miss Philadelphia. From speaking at a world conference to advocating for people with disabilities to visiting children in hospitals, Harrar has made one appearance a week every week since her crowning last February. "I [...]
Fans of vampire horror-action movies have something new to sink their teeth into. Speakeasy Pictures and Impulse-FX have announced the Feb 21 iTunes pre-sale and the March 7 Blu-ray/DVD combo pack and Digital HD release of the the period action thriller Bloodrunners. The latest feature written by writer-director Dan Lantz centers on a turf [...]
In Pretty Little World, authors and real-life friends and former Philadelphia neighbors, Elizabeth LaBan and Melissa DePino present a snapshot of three modern families with a sentimental yearning for community. The three families can't imagine life without one another--until one family outgrows their tiny row house. In a bid to stay together, a crazy idea [...]
In honor of President's Day, what better day to visit Independence National Park? This stately national park, which honors of the service of our presidents and honors the independence of America, is free and does not require tickets this month. Read on to find out five reasons to check out this historic site in [...]
Single in the City is a reoccurring column on Philly Happening that will appear on Wednesdays. It chronicles a single thirty-something, new to the Philadelphia, searching for friendship, love, and her place in this vibrant city. Single in the City takes on a bit of a different model this week. Instead of my [...]
Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate love, friendship, and relationships of all kinds. If you and your sweetheart plan on sharing smooches over dinner to celebrate, be sure to do your research, plan ahead and have a reservation. If you are hoping to plan something a little more unique, here are some great [...]
