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9th Annual Philadelphia American Heart Walk
2007-09-27 20:58:00
American Heart Walk Originally Photo uploaded by bamba413 Well I been doing the American Heart Walk for about 6 years now and it always been at the same spot every year; Fairmount Park- Memorial Hall. However, this year it was held at the Citizens Bank Park in South Philly. Let's just say at first I wasn't happy with the new location; however by the end of the walk I was kind of feeling the new location.I got a chance to walk around and inside the stadium. Instead of portable potties, I got the chance to use a real bathroom and wash my hands properly. Great giveaway and the Philly Fanatic was there cheering everyone on. It turned out to be a really nice day.http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhilade lphia
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Franklin Fountain
2007-09-21 20:58:00
You know how we always complain about things are not what they use to be. For example McDonalds fish filet sandwich just don?t taste the same as when I was young child. (I am serious it doesn?t?)Well take a trip to Franklin Fountain Ice Cream Saloon and step back in time. Located 116 Market Street (Old City) Franklin Fountain décor is of the early 20th-century soda shop with its original marble counters and mosaic floors. This is a time when people actually dressed up for work.To learn more about Franklin Fountain and its owners the Berley Brothers go to http://www.franklinfountain.com/ http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelphi a

Discover Manayunk All Over Again
2007-09-05 15:42:00
DISCOVER THE HIDDEN RIVERThursday, September 6th 5:00pmSend-off the Manayunk Dragon Boat Racing Team as they head to Sydney, Australia to compete at the World Championships in September 2007!Manayunk Second SaturdaySeptember 8th - 12:00pm to 9:00pmThis event benefits the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation.Manayunk?s award-winning boutiques and restaurants will hold specials, sales, and promotions throughout the day and artists and musicians will line the sidewalks to entertain all that stroll along Main Street.Fall Kayaking Tours in ManayunkSunday, September 16 and Sunday, October 14This fall, Hidden River Outfitters is teaming up with the Schuylkill Project to provide kayaking tours of the Schuylkill River in Manayunk.Cost: $50/person includes equipment rental and lunch at Manayunk Brewery10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.http://www.manayunk.com/component/opt ion,com_mtree/task,listcats/cat_id,76/Ite mid,10/http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhil adelphia
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More Restaurant Weeks
2007-08-30 23:24:00
There are couple restaurant week coming up:Center City Restaurant Week presented by Mercedes-Benz will take place September 23-28, 2007. Participating Center City restaurants will offer a minimum of 3 courses for only $30* per person.Check website more details. http://www.centercityphila.org/restaurant week/Lancaster County Restaurant Week which is a partnership between the Pennsylvania Dutch Convention & Visitors Bureau and Lancaster County Restaurant Association will take place September 10-16, 2007. Participating restaurants offer a special multi-course meal for only $30* per person.Check website more details. http://www.padutchcountry.com/dining/rest aurant_week.asphttp://feeds.feedburner.co m/MyPhiladelphia
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PodCamp Philadelphia
2007-08-30 23:22:00
PodCamp Philadelphia New Media "un-conference"is for podcasters, bloggers, readers and anyone interested in new media.Share information, build and develop relationships and help grow the new-media community. There have been a number of PodCamps in other major US cities; now it's Philadelphia's turn tohost! PodCamp Philly is being held Sept 7 - 9 at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA.Register for FREE at http://podcampphilly.pbwiki.com/Registrat ionhttp://podcampphilly.pbwiki.com/Regist ration>More information at http://www.podcamphilly.com/Check out the PodCamp Philly intro video:: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSRRVxVy7t w http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSRRVxVy7t w>http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelp hia

Robin Museum
2007-08-29 21:42:00
While riding my bike on Kelly Drive I came across this charming building and realize it was a Museum .Now keep in mind; I probably past this building several times, but it wasn't until last month that I actually stop and check the place out.What I am talking about is the Robin Museum located on 22nd at Benjamin Franklin Parkway. It?s free or a contribution of $3 per person is suggested, which is well worth the visit.Free guided tours of the Rodin Museum are given to the public at 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, and on the first and third Saturdays of the month.All the sculptures in the museum were created by Auguste Rodin (French, 1840?1917). Most famous as a sculptor, he was the preeminent French sculptor of his time, and remains one of the few sculptors widely recognized outside the visual arts community.His scultpors brought out realsim of his subjects. Truly brilliant. What a treat.HoursTuesday through Sunday: 10:00 a.m.?5:00 p.m.For more informationhttp://www.rod...

Mural Arts Tour by Trolley
2007-08-28 03:26:00
Philadelphia is known as the city of murals. On September 4th starting at 9am you can see why.Meet for coffee & muffins before boarding a motorized trolley for a guided tour of outstanding wall murals. We will make out way through several of Philadelphia's neighborhoods, and end up at the White Dog for lunch and a talk with Jane Golden, Director of the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program. Jane will offer a brief history of the program, and discuss the importance of murals to both community pride and development.$45 includes muffins; coffee, lunch, tax & tip, tour and contribution to the Mural Arts Program. For reservations, call 215-386-9224.http://www.whitedog.com/0804 2007.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPh iladelphia
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Schuylkill River Trail
2007-08-21 18:05:00
This 23-mile trail along the Schuykill River between Valley Forge and Philadelphia is a favorite for bicycle clubs, families, runners and walkers. We had great time, but watch out its like the PA Turnpike for bicyclist.http://www.schuylkillriver.org/ http://www.gophila.com/C/Philadelphia_Cou nty/355/U/Schuylkill_River_Trail /1874.htm lhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelph ia
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South Street Summer of Love
2007-08-21 17:10:00
South Street Celebrates "The Summer of Love " 40th Anniversary With FREE Street Concerts, Commemorative T-Shirt & Busy Event Schedule@ Passyunk & South Street.Events beginning on Sunday July 1st and ending Wednesday, October 31st! This program is part of a worldwide celebration of the Summer of Love 40th Anniversary including events in San Francisco, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Sao Paolo, Rio De Janeiro, Hong Kong and other locations around the globe.Kick-Off Show - Sunday, July 1st?Not Collidge MateerialShow # 2 August Date TBA - Axis...The Jimi Hendrix ExperienceShow # 3 September Date TBA - Yasgur's Farm...Plus Surprise Rock Classic Guests!Show # 4 Wednesday, October 31st - Splintered Sunlight - Annual Deadhead Halloween Partyhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhilad elphia
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Mondays, Tuesdays, or Anytime at Bistro Romano!
2007-08-21 17:07:00
This is something you may want to check outBistro Romano at 10120 Lombard StreetLobster FestTuesday Evenings for $14.95Whole Maine Lobster-Cold water lobster steamed to perfection, served with draught butter and fresh lemon. -Linguini-Enjoy our imported linguini and tomato basil sauce.Not valid with any other offer or promotion in your party or at your table. Pasta NightMondayMonday Evenings for $11.95Garden SaladFresh California greens tossed with our balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Topped with vine ripe tomatoes and gaeta olives.Select one of our Pasta Entrees:Broccoli & SausageSmoked Chicken RavioliSpaghetti ClassicoPescatoreFusilli PompeiiLinguine PosillipoPasta PrimaveraLobster RavioliFettuccine RomanoShrimp Scallop VeneziaCall (215) 925-8880http://southstreet.com/index.php? option=com_content&task=view&id=92&am p;Itemid=45http://feeds.feedburner.com/My Philadelphia
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Blog Philadelphia
2007-08-21 16:52:00
I came, I saw and now I blog.Blog Philadelphia was a success and the best part it was all free (including lunch).It was a great opportunity for those to network and to learn about the latest trends in social software/media. If you wasn't able to make it check out the session notes ttp://blogphiladelphia.wikispaces.com/ http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelphi a

2007 Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
2007-08-21 16:43:00
Don?t miss out on the 2007 Pennsylvania Renaissance FaireMid-August through the end of October - Saturdays, Sundays and Labor Day Monday "Reign" or ShineNamed one of the Top 100 Events in North America by the American Bus Association, the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire is a rollicking recreation of a 16th Century England county festival filled with jousting knights and over 35 acres of Royal delights!http://www.parenfaire.com/http:/ /feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelphia
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Smooth Jazz Summer Nights
2007-08-07 20:28:00
Smooth Jazz Summer Nights Aug 3, 2007 ? August 31, 2007 @ 7:30pmSmooth jazz makes it's return to Philadelphia Waterfront, with 97.5 WJJZ?s Smooth Jazz Summer Nights, ?Celebrating Ten Great Years with Ten Great Performances!? at Penn?s Landing Great Plaza on Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street.Jazz Performances:August 3 - Jeff Kashiwa and Ken NavarroAugust 10 - Jeff Lorber and Paul Jackson, Jr.August 17 - Steve Cole featuring Cool WorldAugust 24 - Chieli Minucci and Special EFX featuring Nelson RangellAugust 31 - Bobby Caldwell and the Smooth Summer All-Starshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPh iladelphia
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Safer City Map
2007-07-23 20:50:00
Use this interactive map to learn more about Philadelphia's 2007 homicides.Go to http://www.nbc10.com/safercity/13405221/d etail.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyP hiladelphia
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Bank of America Sounds of R&B Series
2007-07-23 19:59:00
Its not too late to check out the Bank of America Sounds of R&B Series at the Great Plaza on Penn?s Landing.The Bank of America Sounds of R&B series, which continues Penn?s Landing Corporation?s series of Free Friday night concerts (7:30pm) through July, features outstanding, celebrated, and critically acclaimed national recording artists who have ties to Philadelphia.R&B Series Performances:July 6 - Eric Roberson and Philadelphia native Jazmine SullivanJuly 13 - Featuring DonnieJuly 20 - Featuring Musiq Soulchild and Raul MidonMore R&B Series Performances:July 27 - Kindred the Family Soulhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhilade lphia

University City Dining Days
2007-07-23 19:14:00
University City restaurant week will take place July 26 ? August 2, 2007. More than 20 neighborhood participating restaurants will offer special three course, prix fixe dinners for either $20, $25 or $30 per person. It?s a great way to try some of the area?s exciting new restaurants Check website more details.http://www.ucityphila.org/DDSum07 .htmlhttp://www.ucityphila.org/http://fee ds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelphia
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Whitewater Rafting
2007-07-23 18:46:00
Often I like a change in pace, especially during the summer. This past weekend I was asked to join a group to go whitewater rafting up in the beautiful Pocono Mountains. There are several places to go whitewater rafting, but our group decided on Whitewater Rafting Adventures on the Lehigh River. Whitewater Rafting Adventures is a small family owned and operated outfit. Located right off of Route 93 it?s about 1 hour and half from Philadelphia. The staff and guides were very friendly and helpful and the price includes a free hot dog cookout at the end of your day (still bring a lunch). I had a fantastic time and I came back in one piece.If you decide to go keep in mind that the Whitewater Dam releases through the Lehigh River are scheduled for every other weekend beginning May 13th up to and including September 30th. There are three levels of rafting on the Lehigh River, so there is something for everyone.They also offer biking, kayaking and paintball.Visit their website to vie...

Greg Kinnear in Philly
2007-07-22 21:17:00
Did you know that Greg Kinnear was here in Philly filming some scenes for the new film called Baby Mama on Wednesday, July 18th at the Art Museum? I found this out, while I was jogging on Kelly Drive. Once I spotted Greg Kinnear , I ran back to my car to garb my camera. Unfortunately for me once I got back Greg was gone, the extras were loaded the bus and the crew were packing up. I was able to capture some it....sorry no pictures of Greg. The cop standing guard had no idea what they were filming, so I later had to email the folks at the Greater Philadelphia Film Office (thanks Nicole) and ask for some info.Baby Mama is schedule to come out next year. It stars Tina Fey and mostly shot in NYC, but they did a day or so here. That?s why it really pays to have your camera on you all the time in Philly. You just don't know who you may bump into.http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhilad elphia

What Fireworks!!
2007-07-20 18:37:00
Well yes, on the 4th of July, I was one of those thousands of people on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway listening to Hall and Oats (by the way I love Hall & Oats) and waiting to see the firework in the RAIN. And despite what you may have heard we were told that the Firework Show was cancel due to bad weather. Hell, I didn?t find out till the next day that they went ahead with the fireworks hour after the concert. I felt cheated, hood winked, bamboozle??well maybe I am stretching it bit, but I do feel that someone need to own up to the total lack of communication between those coordinating the events and the spectators.Hopefully, official will learn from this experience and devise a better action plan for future outdoor events.Well, I can say one thing; Hall & Oats did not let their fans down. They bellowed worth wild performance, even in the rain.http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhilad elphia
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Is Philadelphia really dirtier than New Orleans?
2007-07-18 21:40:00
I know you all heard the comment the mayor Ray Nagin of New Orleans made a couple weeks ago about Philadelphia being dirtier than New Orleans. Well if you haven?t, below is his exact quote fromNagin: 'Intended no disrespect' about PhiladelphiaPosted by The Times-Picayune April 23, 2007 3:57PM"After apologizing Sunday to Philadelphia Mayor John Street for saying his is a dirtier city than New Orleans, Mayor Ray Nagin said Monday that the comment is not a "major issue" and will not hurt his relationship with leaders in the City of Brotherly Love.The assertion came in response to reporters' questions about a remark Nagin made Saturday after he returned from a trip to Philadelphia to learn about the city's anti-blight initiatives."You ought to go to Philly and you will appreciate how clean New Orleans is," Nagin said Saturday during a town hall-style meeting in eastern New Orleans. "Just go and walk around Philly a little bit and you will appreciate. ... We still have some work to d...
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Fireworks and Fountains :: gophila.com - The Official Visitor Site for Grea
2007-06-28 22:43:00
Fireworks and Fountains :: gophila.com - The Official Visitor Site for Greater Philadelphiahttp://feeds.feedburner.com/M yPhiladelphia
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Concerts in the Park :: gophila.com - The Official Visitor Site for Greater
2007-06-28 20:54:00
Concerts in the Park :: gophila.com - The Official Visitor Site for Greater Philadelphiahttp://feeds.feedburner.com/M yPhiladelphia
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Sand Cat
2007-06-24 16:49:00
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BlogPhiladelphia
2007-06-14 19:10:00
BlogPhiladelphia, a social media ?unconference,? is taking place on July 12 - July 13, 2007 at the Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel in Center City, Philadelphia.BlogPhiladelphia is an ?unconference? for those interested in all forms of social media. It?s a central meeting place for everyone working within the realm of social media (online and mobile) to get together and exchange information and ideas.Registration is first-come, first-served so register now! There is no fee to attend.Click on the below URL to register.http://blogphiladelphia.net/inde x.phphttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhilad elphia

Center City Sips
2007-06-12 20:42:00
Every Wednesday, June 6 ? August 29, from 5-7 pm enjoy $4 cocktails, $3 wine $2 beers and $1 appetizers at the participating bars and restaurants. Enjoy free parking! On Wednesday evenings, parking meters in Center City are free after 5 pm and after 6:30 pm in restricted rush hour zones.Click on the link below for more information and list of restaurants.http://www.centercityphila.or g/summerinthecity/sips.aspxhttp://feeds.f eedburner.com/MyPhiladelphia
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Philadelphia Facts and Trivia
2007-05-23 17:37:00
Its time for Fun Facts and Trivia !I love hearing new fun facts about Phil adelphia . Post your fact here. I want to thank my students from CTLS’s Intro to the Internet (Spring 07)class for helping me out with this post. You all did a fantastic job. Keep surfing! http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelphi a

Will Ferrell : The Landlord
2007-05-17 15:59:00
I know this has nothing to do with Philadelphia, but I had to post this. This is too funny.http://www.funnyordie.com:80/v1/vie w_video.php?viewkey=3efbc24c7d2583be6925h ttp://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhiladelphia
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Mad Munchkin - It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
2007-05-17 15:48:00
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2nd Annual ?8 Days of Eats?
2007-05-15 19:28:00
South Street 2nd Annual Dining Week ?8 Days of Eats? starts this Wednesday May 16 ? Wednesday, May 23.Similar to Center City?s Restaurant Week and University City?s Dining Days, South Street, "8 Days of Eats" offers discounted $15 and $30 dining specials at many of the most popular restaurants and small eateries.Parking on South Street is free on Wednesdays, so parking throughout the South Street area is FREE for two of the 8 days!Eat up!Please click on the title "2nd Annual ?8 Days of Eats?" link to view a current list of participating restaurants!http://feeds.feedburner.com/M yPhiladelphia

Philadelphia Zoo
2007-05-15 19:02:00
It wouldn't be Spring without a day at the Zoo. Spring is best time, because it?s the time when all the animals want to show off their babies. Unfortunately when we went to the Zoo couple weeks ago I wasn?t able to catch any newborns on camera. My best advice to you is to go early. We got there around 3pm; the Zoo closes at 5:30pm, so I think it was nap time for a lot of the animals there, but I was able to catch a few friendly faces.http://feeds.feedburner.com/MyPhil a delphia
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