October 28, 2009
For the next two days, the Philadelphia Orchestra is offering up discounted tickets to most of their concerts through February 2010. At $45 a ticket, it’s a savings of nearly half off the original ticket price.
The offer is only valid until tomorrow, October 29th, at 11:59PM. Log on to their official website and use the promotion code “FALLSALE” to take advantage of the offer.
The Philadelphia Orchestra
www.philorch.org
October 28, 2009
Phillies cookies were prepared by Whipped Bakeshop for our second Superfan's wedding. (All photos supplied by J. Raab)
Thank you all for your Superfan submissions — keep ‘em coming!
What follows is the story of Superfan Jonas Raab, his thoughtful wife Alexa, and how the Phillies made their mark on the couple’s recent wedding.
I’ve been a Phillies fan pretty much since birth. So when I got married this month, my then-fiancée-now-wife Alexa (also a huge Phillies fan) and I felt it only appropriate that there be a Phillies presence at the wedding.
Since we were unable to assure our guests that we’d have a Philadelphia Phillie in attendance, we came up with another way…a tasty, delicious way: Philadelphia Phillies cookies made by the fine folks at Whipped Bakeshop.
And, as a special surprise to me, my bride had a Phillies groom’s cake made by Frog Commissary Catering.
What makes us Superfans? Well, we said our vows, and we were pronounced man and wife, but the Phillies touch was what really sealed the deal.
The groom's favorite shirt, and the special Phillies cake his bride special-ordered for him.
Congratulations, Jonas and Alexa! We now pronounce you Superfans.
Have a Phillies story to tell? Let us know by e-mailing us here.
October 28, 2009
Fabric Horse, one of Toby’s favorite boutiques in Northern Liberties Piazza, is hosting a Halloween party, and you’re all invited.
Come Saturday, Fabric Horse will take over the Latvian Society of Philadelphia over on 7th and Spring Garden for their “Fright of Fancy” Halloween fashion show and dance party. Carrie Collins, the owner of Fabric Horse, has “assembled the best and brightest of the Philadelphia art scene to make custom made costumes, games, prizes, and performances for an epic Halloween blowout.” This includes a photo-booth created by Space 1026 artists and a Zombie Brain Toss game by Gerik Forston of R.E.Load Bags.
In fact, the list of talented artists involved in this show is more than extensive. Dave Laverdure (Club Lyfestile), Audra Phillips, Sara McCorriston, Tip Flannery (The Vaudevillains), and Uwishunu favorites Topstitch Boutique are just a handful. Rose Luardo, the front-woman for Sweatheart (and Trading Space contestant) will host the event’s fashion show.
Show up in a costume, and you’re automatically entered in their costume contest, where winners will receive one-of-a-kind custom made trophies by sculptor Sabrina Lessard.
All this, a dance party featuring members of Plastic Little spinning… and admission is only $10. Presale tickets are available at Fabric Horse, and will be available for purchase at the door. Have fun!
Fabric Horse’s Halloween Dance Party
Saturday, October 31st, 2009
www.fabrichorse.com
Latvian Society of Philadelphia
531 N 7th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123-3501
(215) 922-9798
October 28, 2009
Tonight at 6:30 pm, Historic Kennett Square becomes a “Halloween haven” with its 6th Annual Halloween Parade.
A sea of costumes and props will flow through the streets and the sidewalks have been outfitted with scarecrows, cornstalks and other fall favorites. Kids should arrive prepared to trick-or-treat, as downtown businesses will be handing out Halloween treats and goodies all evening.
The parade begins promptly at 6:30 pm at the corner of Cypress Street and Mills Road. The route will cross over Mill St. onto State Street headed north and conclude at Broad Street.
Kennett Square Halloween Parade [historickennettsquare.com]
October 28, 2009
This is Almaz. She’s currently traveling to New York City via bus caravan to attend Games 1 and 2 of the World Series. (Yea, we’re jealous too.)
Heading up the New Jersey Turnpike as we speak, she will be our eyes on the inside.
So stay tuned for some behind-the-scenes Phillies vs. Yankees updates — she’ll be filing reports for us from New York City over the next few days here on the blog as well as up-to-the-minute reports during the games via our Twitter Feed.
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October 28, 2009
Cumbri, Photo courtesy the Philadelphia Museum of Art
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, there will be a little twist to this Friday, October 30th’s “Art After 5″ at the Philadelphia Museum of Art… A “Day of the Dead” Dance Party!
Starting at 5 p.m., Brooklyn-based party band Cumbiagra, whose music celebrates the lively cumbia form of music that started in Colombia in the 50′s, will be performing the classic cumbias of Colombia and Mexico.
Add to the mix spooky art tours and tarot card readings, and you’re in for a special treat. Don’t forget the kids at home as there will be face painting and costume contests to round out this special pre-Halloween spectacle!
“Day of the Dead” Dance Party & Art After 5
5:00 p.m.- 8:45 p.m.
Free after Museum admission!
Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 684-7860
www.philamuseum.org
October 28, 2009
Can the Phillies repeat as World Series Champs? With sluggers like Ryan Howard, Jayson Werth, Jimmy Rollins and Chase Utley in the lineup, we say: Absolutely. (Photo by M. Kennedy)
Philadelphia Phillies [gophila.com]
October 28, 2009
(Clockwise from left) McGillin's Old Ale House, Smiths and the Cantina at Distrito. (Photos courtesy of McGillin's Old Ale House, Smiths and Distrito)
With Phillies Fever (Phever?) sweeping the city, dozens of local bars are offering Phillies specials to go along with their TV-viewing opportunities.
And we all know it’s better to watch the game out with your friends than alone at home, so get out there!
We strongly suggest you get to your bar of choice early. Most bars will be crowded by the first pitch.
Note: The Piazza at Schmidts will not broadcast Game 1.
Phillies Specials
Cantina at Distrito: All World Series games will be shown on the first floor of Jose Garces’ Mexican outpost. Everyday deals include $10-and-under tacos, enchiladas and other Mexican bar food, plus $2 cans of Tecate and $3 cans of Modelo Especiale.
Smiths: Reserve your seat (for a fee) to enjoy $1 hot dogs, $1.50 corn dogs and a different drink special for each game (tonight is $4 Sam Adams drafts & $5 Jameson shots).
London Grill: Two 42″ HDTVs, $2.50 Budweiser drafts, four kinds of ‘Take Me Out to the Ball Game’ $3.50 hot dogs (beef, pork, buffalo and duck dogs)
McGillin’s Old Ale House: Philadelphia’s oldest tavern will serve red and white Phillies-tinis and the Phanatic Pheckin Bomb, upstaged only by eight HDTVs.
Gypsy Saloon (West Conshohocken): Inning-by-inning specials, including $0.25 wings, $1 Miller Lite and High Life drafts, 8th Inning home run free round, and $10 gift certificate if you stay the whole game.
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GO PHILLIES!
October 28, 2009
(Photos courtesy of the 76ers)
SEASON TICKET PACKAGES
Tonight, the Sixers begin their 2009-2010 NBA season, but it’s not too late to take advantage of the incredible season-ticket packages the team is offering.
The Sixers have several 8-game and 10-game plans available, including a convenient weekend package featuring Friday (evening) and Saturday games. The 8 and 10-game plans begin at just $99 and each one features several marquee match-ups against some of the league’s best teams. The three 16-game packages available are also quite the steal, starting at $240.
In addition to the discounted price, season tickets also grant access to special events that occur throughout the season and provide playoff priority for seats in the spring (which is key; I have a good feeling about this season).
Act quickly, the Sixers home opener is this Friday!
SIXERS TIP-OFF WEEK
Also, as part of Sixers Tip-Off Week, today at noon, the Sixers mascot Hip Hop and the Dance Team will be giving away free hats at Reading Terminal Market to celebrate the start of the season. The hat would be the perfect complement to yout new season-ticket package!
Philadelphia 76ers Season Tickets [Sixers.com]
October 28, 2009
Oyster House this week introduces their new lunch special, which pairs a bowl of their delicious soups and one of four pre-selected sandwiches (including their Oyster Po’Boy) for just $13.
Soups: New England Clam Chowder; Snapper Soup; Manhattan Clam Chowder
Sandwiches: Salmon BLT; Oyster Po’Boy; Grilled Swordfish Sandwich; or the Shrimp Salad Roll
The combo at Oyster House would normally cost $18 or more, so getting it for just $13 easily qualifies as a good deal.
The special lunch offer is available Monday – Friday, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm.
Oyster House [Official Site]
