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Grab a cheesesteak at Reading Terminal, check out a BYOB and just say no to the Phanatic (left and top right photos by G. Widman, bottom right by M. Edlow)

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past couple of weeks, you’re well aware that the Philadelphia Phillies won the National League Championship last week, which earned them a trip to the World Series for the second year in a row. For this sports obsessed city, a World Series bid is cause for some intense celebration.

Thing is, not everyone living in the Philadelphia region is interested in the athletic goings on (we realize that this comes as a shock to those of you who own enough Phillies gear to outfit a farm team). For those who are nonplused by baseball, we offer this guide to surviving the city over the next week.

-Stay away from bars with televisions. Unless you want to observe Phillies fans in the manner of an anthropologist, we recommend avoiding locations where the game will be shown. Foobooz has put together a helpful list of local bars that don’t have sets or you can check out our BYOB guide (no bar equals far fewer fans in attendance).

-When your co-workers start talking about the Phils, just smile and nod. If they require a reply, simply say, “How ’bout dem fightin’ Phils, jawn!”

-If you find yourself struck by a cheesesteak craving over the next week, skip the South Philly destinations and opt for a visit to Reading Terminal Market (it’s neutral turf for foodies and sports fans alike).

-When dressing for work in the morning, consider avoiding your blue pinstripes (Yankees colors). Simple red and white will guarantee you safe passage in the coming days.

-If you typically keep your car parked street side, think about looking into a garage for high-impact game nights (particularly this coming Saturday and Sunday nights). We have a parking page that offers an exhaustive list of PPA deals and discounts.

-Consider investing in a sturdy pair of ear plugs, for the inevitable 12 a.m. outdoor fan reactions.