Happenings

2013 FREE Outdoor Summer Movies

2013 FREE Outdoor Summer Movies

Enjoy a summer of FREE outdoor movie fun on the Banks of the Schuylkill River, Grays Ferry Crescent Esplanade, and the new Paine’s Park site just southwest of the Art Museum. Schuylkill Bank Movies Schuylkill Banks is located by the Walnut Street Bridge, so bring your friends, blankets, and favorite movie snacks for a great time [...]

Casting Call for Hell’s Kitchen

Casting Call for Hell’s Kitchen

Can you take the heat in the kitchen when world renowned Chef Gordon Ramsay is barking orders? If you think you have what it takes to join Hell’s Kitchen on FOX this season, attend the open casting call next Monday at The Westin. When: Monday, June 24, 2013 –  9:30a-4:00p Where: The Westin Philadelphia   [...]

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Tips for Planning a Happening Block Party

Block parties are one of the summer evens that all kids, and most adults, look forward to. Music, food, community spirit, and games are all part of what make Philly Block Parties the most happening. All the excitement and work that goes into a block party can be overwhelming, so be sure to remember these [...]

Concerts at the Piazza at Schmidts

Free Concerts at the Piazza

Radio 104.5 will get your summer moving and grooving with Summer Block Party concerts at the Piazza at Schmidt’s. These FREE outdoor concerts are open to all ages and music styles, featuring a variety of great bands and artists.   Want the Line-up? Here ya go! Saturday, June 8: Metric, Royal Teeth + Goodnight Lights [...]

The Starter Mom: Family Fun on a Dime

The Starter Mom: Family Fun on a Dime

by Nicole Loughan Going out with kid’s costs money and the meter starts running the moment you leave your house. One of the best ways to entertain your kids is to take them to a park, which is completely free. The park is great but you can bump it up a notch by pairing it [...]

Miss Money Funny: Beating Summer Heat on a Dime

Miss Money Funny: Beating Summer Heat on a Dime

by: Alyson Komyanek If this summer is anything like last, it’s going to be a scorcher. Long hot days are great if you’re at the beach, but not if you’re just sitting around in your hot apartment. Sure, you could turn on the air conditioning (if you’re lucky enough to have it) or spend the [...]

New Eats: Happening New Dining Options

New Eats: Happening New Dining Options

Goat’s Beard – Manayunk Check out this hot new restaurant and bar located in Manayunk, where guests can’t say enough great things about the look, taste and vibe of Goat’s Beard. A restaurant built around the local love of Philadelphia, serving up delicious bold flavors, plenty of  craft beers and domestic whiskeys, as well as [...]

Diane Sawyer Visits Strawberry Mansion High

Diane Sawyer Visits Strawberry Mansion High

Did you know that Philadelphia is home to one of the country’s most dangerous schools? ABC’s Diane Swayer recently visited Strawberry Mansion High School to show the world the struggles the students of Philadelphia face everyday, and that many of our local educators are doing their best to offer students a brighter tomorrow. Nightline aired [...]

Summer Reads: Story time for Grownups

Summer Reads: Story time for Grownups

With Memorial Day behind us pools have been officially opened, lake houses cleaned up and everybody has been given the green light for flip flops. If you are on your way to the beach you might find yourself whisked away on a great romantic adventure a la Dirty Dancing or like Stella when she got [...]

Temple to Host Summer Remix Basketball Tournament

Temple to Host Summer Remix Basketball Tournament

In 1993 AND1 launched in Philadelphia with the goal of sharing their passion about basketball and focusing on those that use the game as a metaphor success in everything they set out to do in life. The celebration of hard work, freedom of expression and dedication to excellence is reflected in the unique and iconic product that [...]