On Wednesday, March 18 the Franklin Institute is hosting something called Target Community Night – a FREE educational and fun-filled science extravaganza – from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Guests attending will get to experience famous exhibitions, special programs, and themed activities. Admission to the event, which is sponsored by Target, is FREE and there is no [...]
Enjoy a free night of entertainment under the stars on the Banks by the Walnut Street Bridge before summer comes to an end! Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 7:45 pm on August 21). Come early to [...]
by Alyson M. Komyanek This month I am going to let you all in on a really big secret. Are you ready? Ok—here it goes…every once and a while it is OK to splurge. Can you believe that? Okay, now that the secret is out, you should know that there are rules for splurging too. For [...]
If you live in the Port Richmond section you probably know all about the terrific events offered by the Friends of Campbell Square. For those that want to know more, check out all these family friendly, FREE, Happenings at Campbell Square, located at the corner of Belgrade Street and East Allegheny Ave. Wednesday, July [...]
Yet another reason to LOVE summer in Philly! Old City kicks off their first Restaurant Week on July 20th! Old City, the original "dining destination", is kicking off its first ever Restaurant Week. Old City has long been known for great restaurants, bars, cafes and coffee shops. Each has its own personality and is locally owned and [...]
Miss Money Funny: 6 Must-Visit Discount Decorating Destinations by Alyson M. Komyanek I’m constantly looking for affordable ways to spice up the rooms in my house. Here are some of the best places to stop for the best decorating bargains: Home Goods Before I became a homeowner, I honestly had never heard of Home Goods. But [...]
It can be difficult to find affordable, fresh activities for the family throughout the summer, especially on weekdays when the kids would normally be occupied at school. We've hand picked a few local recoccuring events to help you and the kids get out, get moving, and stay sane this summer! Stroller Strides Stroller Strides® [...]
Center City SIPS is back, starting June 4th with terrific drink and food specials and many of Center City's hottest eateries. Starting June 4th through August 27th you can enjoy $5 cocktails, $4 wine, $3 beer and half-priced appetizers from 5:00 -7:00 pm at these participating restaurants. Tell us which establishments you're most excited to [...]
by Alyson Komyanek Can you smell it? Spring is in the air and summer can’t come soon enough! But with the steamy temperature and longer days comes the task of trying to entertain yourself or the kids without spending a lot of money. Here are some fun and inexpensive ways to have fun with the whole family this [...]
by Allison M. Komyanek Why is Christmas referred to as “the season of giving” when, in reality, the buying never seems to end? With Birthdays, showers, weddings, graduations, births, anniversaries…the list of gift giving occasions goes on and on. So, how does someone on a tight budget give presents to so many different people for so many different special [...]
