Penn Museum Teams Up with The Franklin Institute for the Ultimate Egyptian Experience
Posted by Samantha Lazar on June 29, 2010
The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology is a world-renowned history museum known for, among other things, its ancient Egyptian collections.
The Egyptian galleries contain crowd-pleasing and awe-inspiring artifacts like the third largest sphinx in the world, giant columns from ancient temples, and, of course, those desiccated organ-less bodies that everyone loves so much: mummies. It’s not just the archaeologists at the museum who love the ancient world – it seems all of Philadelphia has caught Egyptian fever recently. Hot off the heels of its recent King Tut exhibit, the Franklin Institute has opened a brand new exhibit that offers an intriguing glimpse into the ancient dessert empire, Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt. Luckily for Egyptophiles, The Penn Museum and the Franklin Institute have teamed up to create a double ticket that offers visitors the ultimate Egyptian experience.
The discounted double ticket, which can be purchased by calling 1-877-TFI-TIXS or in person at the Franklin Institute, will save museum-goers money off of the price of two separate tickets. It will be available as long as the exhibits are – that means until January 2011. ...
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Free Jazz in Cedar Park Puts Some Swing in Your Step Friday Evenings
Posted by Samantha Lazar on June 24, 2010
If farmers' markets, dollar strolls, and dining al fresco haven't put you in summer mode yet, how about the sultry strains of jazz wafting through the park on a warm Friday evening? If you haven't caught Cedar Park's weekly jazz concerts yet, you're behind the curve – they've been going on for almost a month even though summer officially began just this week.
Like any good event in a park, the concerts are free and casual, so you can come and go as you please. Relax for the full two hours if you've got the time, and hang out afterward to chat with neighbors or stroll down Baltimore Avenue in search of dinner (sorry, you'll have to wait a couple more weeks for the next Dollar Stroll!) Or, if you're in a bit of a rush (but really, who's in a rush on a warm summer evening?), swing by for just a few minutes.
Tony "Stickman" Wyatt Crew will be this week's artist. Wyatt is a jazz master and is recognized as one of the top drummers in the tri-state region, having played with Hank Mobley, James Moody, and Bootsie Barnes, among others. Check out the full schedule of upcoming bands here. The concerts are yet another great community event hosted by this little triangle of a park, and one of the things that make living and playing in this neighborhood so enjoyable.
Friday Night Jazz in Cedar Park
6 - 8pm, Friday nights (weather permitting)
50th St. & Baltimore Ave.
http://www.cedarparkneighbors.org/category/friday-night-jazz-in-cedar-park
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Summer Farmers’ Markets and Fresh Goods in University City – Farmers’ Market at the Radian every Friday in June and July!
Posted by Samantha Lazar on June 21, 2010
There's no shortage of organic, locally-grown produce in West Philly, and now that summer is here, we can bask in the glory of all those fresh fruits and veggies. The popular Clark Park Farmers Market has been a big draw of the area for years and always brings a large crowd and fun vibe to the park. After its winter hiatus the market is now back in full swing. Hit it up on Thursday afternoons for a quick re-stocking of fresh vegetables, or stop by on Saturday mornings for the full market experience, complete with a whole lot on top of the bounty of Pennsylvania’s fields: in addition to the vibrantly colored produce you’ll also find homemade honey, jam, fudge, and breads along with a veritable flea market offering jewelry, clothing, handmade goods of all sorts, and kids running amok.
When Milk and Honey Market opened this past year, it brought a dose of the farmers’ market to Baltimore Avenue, which was great for the winter months as well as freshness ...
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Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll Tomorrow!
Posted by Samantha Lazar on June 9, 2010
Baltimore Avenue is a mecca for diverse and eclectic energy in University City, be it in the form of food, drink, shopping, or entertainment. I’ve highlighted many of the street’s shops and cultural attractions on the blog before, but never before has there been such a perfect opportunity to check out so many of them in just one evening! Tonight is the first installment of the Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, which will take place on the second Thursday of each month throughout the summer (the next ones are July 8th and August 12th, if you want to mark your calendar). Fifteen businesses along the Avenue, between 43rd and 50th Streets, will be offering special wares for just a buck each. Who says a dollar can’t buy anything nowadays?
Start your stroll with a $1 cup of coffee or tea at the Green Line Café at 43rd and Baltimore, and then wend your way westward. Some highlights from the restaurants include $1 scoops of ice cream at Milk and Honey Market, $1 finger foods and salads at Dahlak, raw foods at Atiya Ola’s, tofu skewers at Vientiane Café, and sandwiches at The Gold Standard. There are several places to get your one dollar drink on, including Queen of Sheba, Elena’s Soul, and Dock Street (which is also offering $1 souvenir pint glasses!). For shopping you can check out Young Love’s or browse homemade gifts at VIX Emporium. If you’re feeling energetic swing by Studio 34, which is offering special yoga classes for just a dollar! Perhaps the most interesting offering of the evening is from Curio Theatre Company, which will be presenting previews of its upcoming performances for just one measly dollar.
The weather should be glorious and the neighborhood will certainly be hopping. Check out the full list of participating venues here, and make sure to come back next month too!
Baltimore Avenue, between 43rd St. and 50th St.
June 10th, July 8th, August 12th
5:30 – 8:30pm
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City Tap House: Great Food, Craft Brewed
Posted by Samantha Lazar on May 28, 2010
After anxiously awaiting its opening for months, I finally got to check out City Tap House, the sprawling new beer hall and gastropub on the balcony of The Radian at 39th and Walnut. The restaurant has been advertising itself as having the region’s largest selection of beers on tap as well as inventive high-quality food and a unique atmosphere.
The wait was worth it. The laid back vibe puts you at ease right away, and the seating choices are numerous. You can grab a stool at the bar, enjoy a meal in the vaulted 120-seat dining room, or lounge at a table outside. Even more exciting, there are five stone fire pits on the terrace which are great for sipping beers later in the evening.
Though there’s a nice wine list as well as other beverages, hops and barley come first here. The beer list is more like a beer book, containing a whopping sixty brews on tap, and handed to diners on a clipboard. My boyfriend nearly squealed with delight when he saw all of his favorite ...
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New Patio at Mikey’s American Grill & Sports Bar Welcomes Summer and Baseball
Posted by Samantha Lazar on May 25, 2010
If you live or work around Drexel and are a sports fan, your go-to spot for sports-watching revelry this summer should be Mikey’s American Grill & Sports Bar. The true blue sports bar at the corner of 32nd and Chestnut opened up a fabulous patio space this spring which is perfect for kicking back, watching the game, eating and imbibing. And it’s spacious enough (it’s the largest outdoor space I’ve seen at any restaurant in the city, in fact) to accommodate the hoards of rowdy cheering students and their beer towers as well as a quiet couple of friends sipping drinks in the corner.
When I stopped by on a balmy Friday evening to watch the Phillies crush the Red Sox, most of the lively clientele was outside, leaving plenty of space and optimal tv-watching seats available inside for anyone averse to the elements. Wherever you sit, and whether you’re interested in eating or just drinking, it’ll take you a good while to peruse the menus. There are both food and drink specials every day of the week, including half-price apps all night on Fridays. The tasty southwest chicken egg rolls are a great choice (even more so at half price!), and the portion is even big enough to be an entrée. There’s a nice list of draft and bottled beers, as well as frozen drinks and specialty cocktails. All of your favorites are on the beer list, along with Mikey’s American Amber Ale, a nice easy-drinking ale which Mikey’s has specially brewed just for them. The list of cocktails is a lot of fun with one inspired by each MLB team, and all priced at just $5 during games. Like any good Philadelphian, I sipped a sweet and fruity “Phanatic,” made with Absolut Razz, Malibu, and Sprite....
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Secundum Artem: the Nexus of Art, Design, and Pharmaceutical Function
Posted by Samantha Lazar on May 17, 2010
The history of pharmacy isn’t something that your average person knows too much about. Nor is it something that most people are likely to suddenly scratch their heads and wonder about. But just because you never thought about it before doesn’t mean it’s not a cool and interesting thing worth learning a bit about. (Maybe it can replace the multiplication tables that’ve been crammed into your head since second grade. Who needs those, anyway?)
The University of the Sciences has compiled a neat little exhibit to give you a glimpse into the past of science, medicine, and what people used to do to cure what ailed them. What makes it really special is that we just don’t make things like we used to anymore. Sure, now we have electronic scales and high-tech lasers, but they’re not much to look at. Back then (the objects are from the past 300 years), everything was a work of art, made for aesthetics as well as function. Over 100 objects are on display in the small gallery space, each one created by scientists who were also skilled artists, craftsmen, and designers. Each piece was created for a specific pharmaceutical function, be it pulverizing crystals, instructing students, or storing elixirs....
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Bobby’s Burger Palace: Milkshakes Fit for a King
Posted by Samantha Lazar on May 11, 2010
With all the hype it's been getting, you probably already know about Bobby's Burger Palace. About famed Iron Chef Bobby Flay, about the lines that stretch down the block, about the array of burger options, about those fantabulous milkshakes. Mmmm, those milkshakes. The burgers are good (especially if you come by at an off-peak time and hit the line when it's not spilling into the street), but the shakes are what I'll come back for. Even if the line was stretching all the way to Franklin Field.
Part of BBP's appeal is the novelty and excitement of the place – with its bright colors, curving tables, and disco vibe, the design of the place seems to have crossed a 1970's club with a 1950's diner. The decor is pop-inspired with a psychedelic touch, all leading to a near sensory overload. It's definitely unlike anything else you'll find around town, and it's hopping whenever you go. The seating is fun and communal (though not so fun when it's packed and you can't find a seat), and the servers are unbelievably friendly and attentive.
The burgers themselves are creative and well-prepared, though you might not be a fan if you're on a low-sodium diet. They aren't oversized but they're sure to fill you up, especially if you pair them with sweet potato or regular shoestring fries. What will fill you up to bursting, though (and I think I mentioned this before...), is the milkshakes. ...
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