By Michelle Reese Does the mention of sharks have you humming the JAWS soundtrack or singing "Baby Shark doo, doo, doo"? Either way, Philadelphia and the surrounding area is offering ways that you can celebrate Shark Week beyond watching the Discovery Channel's favorite summer programming. Discovery Channel's Shark Week returns for its 31st year from [...]
(Photo by Aversa PR) Rev Your Engines! East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID) is revving up for the 14th Annual Car Show and Street Festival on Sunday, July 28. The favorite summer event takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., on East Passyunk Ave between Broad and Dickinson streets. After a [...]
(Photo via Aversa PR) Vive la France! On July 14, 1789, a mob stormed the Bastille prison and the French Revolution began. This Sunday, Philadelphia will celebrate the 230th anniversary of Bastille Day with outdoor wine gardens, family-friendly block parties, a burlesque show, and plenty of French food and drinks. Royal Boucherie When: [...]
(Photo provided by Aversa PR) Enjoy delicious french fries for a good cause! Chickie's & Pete's presents the 5th Annual Crabfries® for Heroes on National French Fry Day on July 13th from 11 a.m. to midnight. Sales from Crabfries® and Miller Lite Personal Pitchers will go to The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Survivors [...]
There are SO many ways to celebrate America’s 243rd birthday in Philly! From free museum admission, to outdoor festivals and (of course) fireworks – there’s something for everyone. Here are the highlights: Free Admission Days There are over 20 museums/attractions offering free activities starting on June 29. Here are the offers by day. Be sure [...]
(photo by Hughe Dillon) Old City Eats is back - with a summer-long happy hour at a record 50 restaurants! Old City District kicks off summer with the Old City Eats Block Party on Thursday, June 20th. Second Street will be closed down at Market from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. as dozens [...]
By Brenna Luczyszyn Who says you have to escape the city to experience nature? Philadelphia is full of places to experience the great outdoors—while also discovering the art, culture, and cuisine that the city is known for. As the summer begins to heat up, locals and visitors alike will find places to visit that are [...]
(Photo courtesy of London Grill) After nearly 30 years of running the Fairmount favorite, Terry Berch and Chef Michael McNally are closing London Grill. The formerly married couple took over the restaurant in 1991, and Berch has stated that with this many years under their belts, both owners in their 60s, and changes [...]
By Michelle Reese It's ALWAYS a good time to eat in Philadelphia, but the Philly Food Scene really comes alive in spring. Get out of your house, meet up with friends, go on a date night! Now is the perfect time to enjoy all of the food (and drinks!) that the city offers. To get [...]
(Photo Credit: Aversa PR & Events) It's that time of year where it seems that all of Philadelphia comes out of hibernation; yet we haven't hit the sweltering days of summer that has everyone running for the air conditioning. Yes, it's the perfect season for festivals! Pick your favorites, or hit them [...]
