Philadelphia, PA

As a way of honoring America’s Heroes, The National Liberty Museum (321 Chestnut Street ) is offering FREE ADMISSION for members of the military and their families. (offer good through November 12)

Self-guided tours highlight wartime heroes throughout the Museum’s galleries, including a special exhibit honoring Congressional Medal of Honor and Awards of Valor honorees. Young visitors can create thank-you cards for the military heroes in their lives in our “Craft Corner.”

Regular Admission:
Adults $7.00, Seniors $6.00, Students $5.00
Children ages 5-17 with an adult $2.00
Children under 5 years no charge.
“Family Admission” $15, includes two adults and their children
Museum members are admitted free.

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Philadelphia’s Annual Marathon is coming up, November 18th! The full marathon is already filled up, but there is still room in the half marathon.
Festivities kick off on Friday, November 16, with a two-day Health and Fitness Expo held at Temple University’s Liacouras Center located on the Avenue of the Arts. Cheer on future marathoners at the Verizon Kids Fun Run on Saturday, November 17, and stick around for the Pasta Dinner. Pasta dinner tickets are $25 but they sell out quick!

Not into running but still want to help out? The Philadelphia Marathon is looking for volunteers to help before, during and after the big races. Click here for a list of needed volunteer positions.

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Looking for something exciting and thrilling to do this Halloween? How about a Philadelphia Ghost Tour!
“Hear the chilling tales of America’s most historic…and most haunted city on this candlelight walking tour through Independence Park and Society Hill…”

Tour departs from Signers Garden, 5th & Chestnut Streets,
lasting approximately 90 minutes
October hours: 7:30 pm Daily, 9:30 pm Friday, Saturday, Halloween

LOCATION & TICKETS:
Call 215-413-1997 to reserve space on the tour.
Purchase tickets at:
Gift Shop next to Omni Hotel, 401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia - until tour time or Independence Visitor Center, 6th & Market Streets, until 5:00 pm

Halloween is just around the corner, and just because you’re all grown up doesn’t mean you don’t still like to get dressed up! But perhaps you’re beyond the door-to-door Trick-or-Treat, so here are a few “big kid” Halloween activities for you to check out.

Saints & Sinners Ball
Where: VIP 40 S. 19th Street (Between Market & Chestnut Sts.)
When:Friday, October 26, 2007 9:00PM till 2:00AM
What: An Official Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and Top Shelf Two Hour Open Bar from 9:00PM till 11:00PM, And our Infamous Costume Contest with over $1000 in Cash & Prizes!!!! Dj Dozia will keep the party grooving all night!!! $20 Advance Tickets Reduced Admission For Philly2Night Guestlist

The Vampires + Vixens Ball
Where: Zee Bar 100 Spring Garden Street
When: Saturday, October 27, 2007 9pm - 3am.
What: Halloween Costume Party for the 25-30 crowd. $15 general admission presale online, $20 @ Door (if available). $30 VIP presale online, $40 @ Door.
# $3 Beer & Liquor Drink Specials
# DJ spinning hip hop and dance music all night long
# Dancers entertaining
# Costume Contests with Exciting Prizes
VIP-
# Open Bar from 9pm to 12am
# Exclusive VIP-Only access to 2 VIP rooms
# Local celebrities and athletes in attendance

Kildare’s Sexy Haunted Pub Party


Where: All Kildare’s Locations (West Chester, King of Prussia, Manayunk, Media, Philadelphia)
When: 8 pm-2 am, Oct 27
What: $3 Blue Moon, $2 Coors Light. Live Music or House DJ! $5 Cover but Ladies in Costume get in for free! Prizes for Sexiest Nurse, School Girl, Cop, Pirate Wench, Group and Super Hero

For more Halloween happenings, check out philly2night.com

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October 19th through 21st, the Philadelphia Inquirer is hosting the first U.S. Sudoku championship at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in downtown Philadelphia. The championship will be hosted by world-renowned puzzle master Will Shortz and will be open to a national and international field of contestants. The Championship will have three levels of solvers – beginner, intermediate and advanced, and will include a weekend of fun for sudoku enthusiasts.

Event Schedule
Friday, October 19, 2007 • 7 p.m to 9 p.m.
The Philadelphia Inquirer Sudoku National Championship’s Welcome Reception will take place in one of Philadelphia’s newest landmark attractions, the Samuel M.V. Hamilton Building of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Come enjoy spectacular artwork and delicious food while mingling with Will Shortz and other Sudoku players from around the country.

Saturday, October 20, 2007 • 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
*9 a.m. Registration
*11 a.m. Rounds 1 and 2
*12:30 p.m. Break for Lunch
*1:30 p.m. Round 3
*2:30 p.m. Bonus Round
*3 p.m. Finals
*3:30 p.m. Awards Presentation

Saturday, October 20, 2007 • 4:30 p.m to 6:30 p.m.
Post Championship Meal. This informal meal will be a casual event that will give participants an opportunity to get to know one another and recap about the excitement of the Championship.

Prizes
Advanced Winner Prize: $10,000 plus a spot on the U.S. National Sudoku Team. Winner will compete in the 2008 World Sudoku Championship in India. Travel and accommodations to and from the World Sudoku Championship will also be paid for as part of the advanced level prize.
Intermediate Winner Prize: Winner will receive $5,000.
Beginner Winner Prize: Winner will receive $3,000.
Category Winners: Several awards will be presented to winners in a variety of categories. These winners will receive $100.

Sudoku Championships, Will Shortz

Start planing for the weekend with these upcoming events.

Thurs. 10/18

Meet Me in Manayunk! ..not me personally, its Manayunk’s newest promotion.”Every Thursday from 5pm until 12am various Manayunk hot spots will
be having fabulous food and drink specials including $3.50 Corona ’s
all day and all night. Participating bars and restaurants will also
have a variety of entertainment including local cover bands,
DJ’s and more.”

Kildare’s Octoberfest! At Manayunk and South Street locations from 9:00PM till 11:00PM and enjoy 7 different exotic beers plus an open bar. Some of these featured beers: Magic Hat Jinx, Victory Moonglow, Orlio Organic, Erdinger October Fest, Becks October Fest, Guinness, Stella Artois. $10.00 if on the P2N guestlist.

Fri 10/19

Making Time with EROL ALKAN AND NEW YOUNG PONY CLUB @ PURE!!! 9pm-3:30am. 9-11 OPEN BAR!!! $10.00
PURE 1221 St. James St. (between Walnut and Locust and 12th and 13th Sts.) Philadelphia, PA.

Sat. 10/20

McToberfest. Join McFadden’s on 3rd Street for their 5th Annual McToberfest on Saturday, October 20th! Doors Open at 12PM! Drink specials include $3 Coors Light and Coors Banquet as well as $5 Red Bull and Vodka.
Live Indoor/Outdoor Entertainment provided by Octane, Reaction, and MR. GREENGENES!!! $10 per ticket on philly2night guestlist/ $15 regular admission

Now Through Oct 21

Big Bang Film Festival. “…a celebration of some of the most exciting and inventive films in Action, Adventure, Suspense and Asian Action Cinema. BBFF will showcase amazing films, some classics, some classics in the making.” $8 per show. Student Discount 1.00 off Festival Pass $80.00
International House 3701 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA; Prince Music Theater, 1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19103; Roxy Theatre 2023 Sansom St Philadelphia, PA 19103

Terror Film Festival. “Terror Film Festival is a bad-azz six night, blood-chilling, alien-probing international independent film festival” $8, Any ONE film screening program, additional prices for passes available.
Ethical Society Building 1906 South Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, PA

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I suppose it’s time I pay tribute to the Phillies since they have actually been doing well (oops, I hope I didn’t just jinx them *knocks on wood*) I don’t know much about sports so I’m not gonna talk sports jargon. Instead, this is more of an Upcoming Events post.

September 7th through the 8th the Phillies will host a weekend of special events that pay tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month and Irish Heritage Day before and during the upcoming games against the Florida Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.

On the 7th is the Goya Latino Family Celebration with Food Drive. At the gate food collection will be taken for Philabundance, hosted by Goya Foods, Inc. and Toyota, Live salsa bands will play at the gates, authentic Goya food will be available, and there will be more entertainment later on the filed.

The 8th is Irish Heritage Day. You can learn an Irish dance, enjoy live music, and try some authentic Irish delicacies offered at many of the concession stands. The Phillies will be donating equipment for both youth and adult baseball programs in Ireland.

Special ticket discount:
Both events offer a $7 ticket discount on $15-$27.50 regularly-priced tickets purchased online. To take advantage of the special ticket offer, enter the promotion code SALSA for the Goya celebration on the 7th or IRISH for the Irish celebration on the 8th.
For more information on the multicultural events weekend visit the post on the Official Phillies website. And check out the schedule for more Phillies promotional events.

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My room is a mess but the packing process is underway. I’ve been rather busy but I managed to rustle up some upcoming events.

Tues Aug 28-Rum Bar Lounge and Restaurant

Don your PJs and join Adam in celebrating the full moon at Rum Bar’s first Howl at the Moon party. Enjoy live Reggae music, open bar and plenty to nosh on. Tickets $50 ($60 at door)

Weds Aug 29- Triumph Brewing Company

Triumph Brewing Company presents the musical talents of Melissa Kolczynski live from 8-9:30 pm. This event is free and open to all ages.

Fri Aug 31 thru Sept 15-Various Locations

The Philadelphia Live Arts Festival features cutting-edge performing arts events created by some of the most renowned contemporary artists from the region and around the world.

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As I mentioned in my last post, the winners for the 2007 City Best Awards have been announced! Chickie & Pete’s won #1 bar, Pat’s won #1 cheesesteaks. Did any of your favorites make the lists? Click here to find out!

Philadelphia Magazine also publishes a yearly issue called The Best of Philly, featuring all the best places to go and see in Philadelphia.

click for subscription info

To coincide with the printed magazine, the winners of the past five years are offering special deals all this week. 5 days, 5 ways to enjoy the best of Philadelphia!

side note to my readers- I’ll be busy running around the city the next couple days so I won’t be on to post anything till Thursday, but hopefully I’ll be back with some pretty cool pictures to share. Peace!

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Its almost the weekend so i guess I better post about whats going on.

Friday Aug 3
As you know, it’s the first Friday of August so that means First Friday down at the galleries! A free event filled with culture and fun.

(This Building on 3rd and Arch, now a gallery for F.U.E.L., was originally the Girard Corn Exchange Bank before being renovated to serve as the house for Real World: Philadelphia in 2004.)

Through Sunday Sept 9
Everyone likes to go to the movies on the weekend, but try this twist to the classic form of entertainment. At various Philly parks this summer, you can watch a variety of movies Al Fresco(that’s fancy talk for outside)! This week starts a series of film noir.

Saturday Aug 4
The Independence Seaport Museum is having a Seaport Summer Spectacular! The day will be filled with activity, including tours of the steel warship, USS Olympia. This event is free with admission to the museum[$9 for Adults, $6 for Children (ages 3-12),$8 for Seniors (65 & over) and Students with valid school ID] or museum membership.

For more events visit:
phillyfunguide.com
philly2night.com(Club and Bar events)

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Here’s a couple things going on this week. But for more, make sure you check out phillyfunguide.com and Philly2night.com

Wicked
Opening July 25th and running til September 9th at the Kimmel Center $30-138
Ever wonder what made the witch so wicked? See the musical that explores the other side of the missunderstood green-colored woman. Buy Tickets

Summer Fine Craft Fair
Friday July 27th through Sunday July29th at the Chase Center of the Riverfront $7
The Pennsylvania Guild Summer Fine Craft Show is an excellent showcase for contemporary and traditional fine crafts and arts.

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When I wrote up the last Upcoming Events, some how I missed that starting today(through July 24th) is the PIGLFF, Philadelphia International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival!

The Philadelphia International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is sexy, enticing, surprising and fun - showcasing nearly 200 films from around the globe, featuring world premieres, sneak previews, classic revivals and more, all in the comfort of cushy seats and air-conditioned theaters down Broad Street and throughout the Gayborhood…

…With a reputation, the parties and receptions are dazzling and fabulous, with a different event every night of the week! From dance parties to bowling and billiards, leather bars to ice cream socials, kinky Quizzo to lavish riverfront views - audiences will enjoy outdoor screenings on South Street and at Penn’s Landing, with stops in between at a dynamite array of queer-friendly bars, restaurants, hotels and clubs.
(quoted from the PIGLFF official website)

The centerpiece screenings are Out at the Wedding (jul 13 & 15) Itty Bitty Titty Committee (jul 14 & 15), Hairspray (jul 19th), The Witnesses (jul 19 & 21) and The Bubble (jul 20 & 22).
Also look for appearances by drag superstar, Rupaul, Anthony Rapp from the movie Rent and many others! For more information, check out the official program guide.

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Oops, I almost forgot….

July 12th-13th
blogphiladelphia. I unfortunately didn’t find out about this until today and it already full. dang it. maybe they’ll have it again next year. If you are going, you’ll have to tell me about it and i’ll quote you on in a post.

July 14th
2nd Saturday in Manayunk. This month Main Street Manayunk partners with Alex’s Lemonade to take a stand against Childhood Cancer.

mur.mur celebrates its first birthday at the Borgata

July 19th
Bleu Martini is proud to present the release of this hit movie of the summer. Bleu Martini will be full of surprises all night long. Starting with a complimentary Hor D’Oeurves and FREE Drinks. For more, see their post on philly2night.com

Click for a list of Philly Summertime events as well as a list of Family Friendly events and actitivites brought to you
by phillyfunguide.com

After Wednesday’s fake out, its finally time for the weekend. And time for the list of weekend events.

Friday, July 6th
As i mentioned in a previous blog, tonight i’ll be going to Making Time at Pure night club, with Simian Mobile Disco. I’ve never been to a Making Time before, but from what i here its a good time. Live indie electro music. $10. 9-11pm open bar!!! Rock on. If I don’t see you there, i’ll let you know how it goes.
Today is also First Friday. From 5-9pm, galleries all around Philly open their doors with food, drink, and fantastic art. And its all FREE!

Saturday, July 7th
Like Cult Classic Movies? Like Old School Movie Theaters? Like men in corsets and fish net stalkings? Then it’s worth a trip to the Philly suburbs to see The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville. If you’ve never been to a showing of Rocky Horror, then be prepare for intreactive veiwing experience like no other. Come in costume if you’d like, and be ready to shout out lines with the rest of the audience. Tickets are $10 and the show starts at 10 pm. This show is not suitable for children, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

And don’t forget to check out Philly2night.com for a full list of bar specials all around philadelphia.

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Independence Day is an important holiday in our country, but it also holds a special significance to Philadelphia. If you all remember back to 3rd grade history class, you’ll recall that the Declaration of Independence was signed at Independence Hall, then known as the Pennsylvania State House. All this week, I’ll be providing you historic information on Philadelphia, and the roll it played in bringing about our nation’s independence.

Photo credited to Britannica.com

But first, I’ll provide you with this week’s calendar of events.

Sunoco Welcome America
From History and culture to food and entertainment, Sunoco presents the week long Welcome America celebration. It started June 28th and continues up to the 4th of July.
Sun the 1st is the Fair on the Square, and all day event with food and amusement activities in Rittenhouse Square.
July 2nd, the Kimmel center invits you to Go 4th and Learn; explore a world of music with interactive games and activities.
On July 3rd, the place to be is on the Avenue of the Arts, for live music, food, FREE salsa lessons, and more!
and of course, july 4th… there will be cake at the National Constitution Center at noon, a parade starting at 7pm, and concerts with fireworks starting at 8:30 pm.
Click here for a full list of Welcome America events.

Other Events
The City Tavern in Old City, was the site of the first 4th of July celebration. This year, you can continue the tradition with all day festivities and culinary delights.

July 5th, the fireworks may be over, but the fun isn’t. From July 4th thru July 8th, Shove Productions Presents the 2nd Annual BROTHERLY SHOVE FEST - “SO CALLED INDIE NIGHT” at the Trocadero Theater(1003 Arch Street). Tickets are $14 adv./ $16 day of show, doors open at 6 pm.

July 6th marks the first Friday in July, as well as First Friday at the galleries of Philadelphia, from 5pm-9pm. First Friday is an on-going event on the first friday of every month (as if it wasn’t obvious), where 40-plus galleries around the city open their doors to art lovers abound. Free food & drink and a sociable atmosphere, much like an opening night in SoHo, only better. Most galleries can be found in Old City between Front and Third, and Market and Vine Streets, which is where i usually hang hit up.

And now for an event you won’t find on the tourist sites. Making Time, with Simian Mobile Disco. Making Time is a dance party event started by Dave Pianka 7 years ago. “It was meant to be a one-off. My goal was to have a great party and make people freak out,” said Pianka. You too can “freak out” from 9 pm- 3:30 am this friday, Jul. 6th, at Pure nightclub. Maybe I’ll see you there!

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