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A Taste of the City: Food and Drink Guide
Philadelphia is a city full of foodies, craft beer lovers, and mimosa drinkers. If you’re searching for some of the best new restaurants, best brunch spots or best craft beers in Philadelphia this season to get that real taste of the city, you’ve found them. Great...
A Shadyside Winter Well-Spent
The season of lights, celebrations, and holiday festivals and markets is just beginning. Pittsburgh is gearing up for annual events to celebrate the changing seasons. Here are some of the upcoming events not too far from the Shadyside Commons, along with some popular...
A Fall of Festivals: October and November Events in Philly
Fall in Philadelphia doesn't just bring cooler weather and colorful leaves. The city is full of festivals, weekend events, and cultural experiences to take advantage of in October and November. If you're looking for things to do in Philadelphia this weekend, start by...
Papal Visit Plans: Things to Know in Preparation
As the Papal Visit quickly approaches, we’ve compiled a quick guide to getting through the weekend. Whether you plan on attending any of the events, taking the opportunity to enjoy a weekend getaway, or simply are navigating to and from work, here are the key dates...
Eating Close to Home: Philly’s Best CSA Programs
Summer may be coming to an end, but local produce doesn’t have to. The Philadelphia region is sprouting with Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs that will keep your home stocked with fresh, organic veggies all autumn long. Here's how it works: After...
2015 Is The Year of Outdoor Relaxation
Looking for an escape from your day-to-day routine or just some quality outdoor time? No need to leave the city. Between the pop-up gardens and beer gardens, Philadelphia has become the ultimate stay-cation location. After a successful summer full of outdoor spaces...
Philly’s New Development Boom
There’s a reason people are flocking to Philadelphia. With the second largest downtown in the country and $6.7 billion worth of major development projects, it’s no secret that the city is experiencing a boom in business. From innovative ambitions to a vibrant social...
Old City: Philly’s Next Hot Food Neighborhood
Though famous for its rich history, Old City is in the midst of creating one delicious future. From revamped mainstays to ambitious newcomers to the continued rise of outdoor gatherings, one might even call the area Philly’s next hot food neighborhood. Old Dogs...
A City Suited for Biking: Philadelphia’s New Bike Share
It’s time to rethink your commute, city dwellers. Philadelphians can finally rejoice over Indego, the long-awaited bike-sharing program. Add that to the multiple pro-biking organizations, like Bicycle Coalition, and an evolving urban biking infrastructure - it's...
Spring Health Events
Whether you’re trying to get your body in shape for summer, looking for an excuse to spend more time outside, or just a fan of exercise, you’ll be pleased to hear that there are many opportunities to exercise outside around Philly this spring. Grab your...