http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia-blog.html This blog has detailed information on places to visit and things to do in Philadelphia - its museums, historic sites, nightlife and entertainment. en-us philadelphia Thu, 17 May 2012 15:23:04 GMT Thu, 17 May 2012 15:23:04 GMT enjoyingphiladelphia.com http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/barnes_foundation_philadelphia_press_preview.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/barnes_foundation_philadelphia_press_preview.html Barnes Foundation Philadelphia Opening Press Preview – the magnificent art collection’s new Parkway home features stunning architecture and landscaping. Thu, 17 May 2012 15:23:04 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/riverdance_review_merriam_theater.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/riverdance_review_merriam_theater.html Riverdance review Merriam Theater – make sure you catch the worldwide, iconic megahit show of Irish dancing and culture on its final U.S. tour, ever! Tue, 15 May 2012 00:17:05 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/my_fair_lady_review_act_ii_ambler.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/my_fair_lady_review_act_ii_ambler.html My Fair Lady review Act II Ambler – Tony Braithwaite and Eileen Cella expertly bring the classic musical to life in an intimate setting - read more. Wed, 09 May 2012 17:53:18 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/anything_goes_review_at_the_prep.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/anything_goes_review_at_the_prep.html Anything Goes Review at the Prep - a stellar shipboard comedy, a magnificent, professional-quality show at the elite North Philadelphia high school. Wed, 09 May 2012 13:51:50 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/van_gogh_up_close_review.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/van_gogh_up_close_review.html Don’t miss stunning views of nature at Van Gogh Up Close, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art – it closes May 6, 2012. Read our review of the master. Wed, 02 May 2012 00:01:15 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/septa_to_citizens_bank_park.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/septa_to_citizens_bank_park.html Taking SEPTA to Citizens Bank Park may seem confusing at first, especially if you’re not familiar with SEPTA. But you’ll find it far easier than driving and parking there. Read more. Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:30:19 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penn_museum.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penn_museum.html The Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology is often overlooked, due to its location in University City. But its collections offer the visitor the chance to walk through millennia. Read more. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:16:56 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/west_side_story_academy_of_music_review.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/west_side_story_academy_of_music_review.html Our West Side Story Academy of Music review, running on Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts, during the classic musical’s 2012 national revival tour. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:57:56 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/market_east_station.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/market_east_station.html Market East Station is the closest SEPTA train station to the many historic attractions, museums, and nightlife in Old City Philadelphia – it is located a few blocks away, at 11th and Market Streets. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:13:53 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/market_east_station_to_old_city_attractions.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/market_east_station_to_old_city_attractions.html Learn the best, easiest and most convenient ways to go to Old City Philadelphia attractions, after getting off SEPTA trains at Market East Station. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:12:11 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/celtic_crossroads_review_sellersville_theater.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/celtic_crossroads_review_sellersville_theater.html Celtic Crossroads Review Sellersville Theater – This Irish supergroup, one of the finest brought an eclectic, rollicking show to Bucks County. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:22:48 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2012_philadelphia_flower_show.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2012_philadelphia_flower_show.html 2012 Philadelphia Flower Show - Islands Of Aloha bring Hawaii home, as a trip to the newly expanded Convention Center takes you to a tropical paradise. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19:30:33 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/altan_review_sellersville_theater.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/altan_review_sellersville_theater.html Altan Review Sellersville Theater – This authentic Irish band from Donegal brought a rousing mix of boisterous and wistful harmonies to Bucks County. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:07:57 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_tours.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_tours.html Philadelphia tours - find the best one for your visit to the city. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 18:31:21 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2011_philadelphia_flower_show.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2011_philadelphia_flower_show.html The 2011 Philadelphia Flower Show has a French theme: “Springtime in Paris”. The yearly March event draws 250,000 spectators to the Convention Center. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:01:30 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_flower_show.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_flower_show.html The Philadelphia Flower Show comes alive, with a new theme, each March, on 10 acres of the Convention Center. It is the oldest indoor display in America – since 1829, it has been a city institution. A Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:34:44 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_christmas_2010_things_to_do.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_christmas_2010_things_to_do.html Philadelphia Christmas 2010 things to do include the Macy’s Light Show and Dickens Village, Christmas Village, and many other events for visitors. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:20:59 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/january_2012_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/january_2012_philadelphia_events.html January 2012 Philadelphia Events start with the Mummers Parade on New Year’s Day, the smash hit Jersey Boys at the Forrest Theatre, and much more! Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:20:00 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/october_2011_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/october_2011_philadelphia_events.html October 2011 Philadelphia events – Phillies playoff games, Terror Behind the Walls, Rembrandt at the Art Museum, Mummies at the Franklin Institute. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:19:03 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/december_2010_things_to_do_in_philadelphia.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/december_2010_things_to_do_in_philadelphia.html December 2010 things to do in Philadelphia – at Macy’s, the beloved Light Show, and entering the life-sized version of A Christmas Carol at Dickens Village. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:18:07 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/jimmy_rollins_foundation_havana_nights.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/jimmy_rollins_foundation_havana_nights.html The Jimmy Rollins Foundation Havana Nights charity event at the Constitution Center featured many Phillies and other A-list local celebrities. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:17:41 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/november_2011_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/november_2011_philadelphia_events.html November 2011 Philadelphia Events – Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Eve parties, Black Friday, and much more than just turkey. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:16:47 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/presidents_day_2011_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/presidents_day_2011_philadelphia_events.html Presidents’ Day 2011 Philadelphia Events honor Washington and Lincoln each February – visit historic sites and museums, celebrating their legacy. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:45:29 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/valentines_day_2012_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/valentines_day_2012_philadelphia_events.html Valentines Day 2012 Philadelphia Events include romantic ideas for dates, Center City parties to meet other singles, chances for love, and much more. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:15:46 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/valentines_day_2011_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/valentines_day_2011_philadelphia_events.html Valentine’s Day 2011 Philadelphia Events - the best ideas for dates and romance, restaurants and parties, for couples - and singles, still looking. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:18:24 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/branch_review_society_hill_playhouse.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/branch_review_society_hill_playhouse.html Branch Review at the Society Hill Playhouse – the world premiere of the one-man play, featuring Branch Rickey, baseball’s most visionary executive. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:30:00 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/rain_beatles_review.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/rain_beatles_review.html Rain Beatles Review at the Academy of Music – a very faithful version of the Fab Four’s Magical Mystery Tour arrives at Philadelphia’s oldest venue. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:27:21 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/ben_franklin_parkway.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/ben_franklin_parkway.html The Ben Franklin Parkway is home to many Philadelphia museums - get the most out of it. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:56:17 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/memphis_review_academy_of_music.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/memphis_review_academy_of_music.html Memphis Review Academy of Music – the critically acclaimed, Tony-award winning musical brings 1950s rock ‘n roll to Philadelphia’s oldest venue. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:46:36 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/ludwig_live_review_kimmel_center.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/ludwig_live_review_kimmel_center.html Ludwig Live! is lots of laughs at the Kimmel Center – and our review of Beethoven’s lounge show has a short bio that will help you enjoy the jokes! Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:53:46 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/chinese_new_year_2011_events_philadelphia.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/chinese_new_year_2011_events_philadelphia.html Chinese New Year 2011 Events Philadelphia, welcoming the Year of the Rabbit are in Chinatown and the Penn Museum’s Secrets of the Silk Road exhibit. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:38:21 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/january_2011_things_to_do_in_philadelphia.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/january_2011_things_to_do_in_philadelphia.html January 2011 Things to Do in Philadelphia – the Mummers Parade on New Year’s Day is a hallowed tradition, with hotel packages for visitors. Read more. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:46:42 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2011_mummers_parade.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2011_mummers_parade.html The 2011 Mummers Parade on Broad Street continues a uniquely Philadelphia tradition – and an entertaining New Year’s Day celebration for visitors. Sat, 31 Dec 2011 18:26:04 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/1812_productions_this_is_the_week_that_is_review_2011.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/1812_productions_this_is_the_week_that_is_review_2011.html 1812 Productions This Is the Week That Is Review 2011 - a hilarious send-up of all things political – the best topical humor in Greater Philadelphia. Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:18:37 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penns_landing_riverrink.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penns_landing_riverrink.html Penn’s Landing RiverRink, sponsored by Blue Cross, is the only outdoor public ice rink in Philadelphia, and offers skate rental, lessons, and events. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:32:33 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/king_of_prussia_mall.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/king_of_prussia_mall.html The King of Prussia Mall, located near Valley Forge, is the largest mall in the Philadelphia region - one half is the Plaza, the other the Court. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:44:06 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_new_years_eve_parties_2010.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_new_years_eve_parties_2010.html Philadelphia New Year’s Eve Parties 2010 – a complete guide for upscale parties and events, fireworks, nightlife, and revelry, to celebrate 2011. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:52:23 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/jersey_boys_review_forrest_theatre.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/jersey_boys_review_forrest_theatre.html Jersey Boys Review Forrest Theatre – Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons return to their zenith at this outstanding musical, featuring their hits. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 01:28:42 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/december_2011_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/december_2011_philadelphia_events.html December 2011 Philadelphia Events – at Macy’s, the beloved Light Show, and entering the life-sized version of A Christmas Carol at Dickens Village. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:07:02 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_christmas_date_ideas.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_christmas_date_ideas.html Philadelphia Christmas Date Ideas for romance, include the Macy’s Holiday Light Show and Dickens Village, the Comcast Holiday Spectacular, and more. Sun, 04 Dec 2011 01:16:36 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penn_state_temple_2011_recap.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penn_state_temple_2011_recap.html Temple suffers heartbreaking loss to Penn State, 14-10, after leading nearly the entire game – it sought its first win over the Lions, since 1941. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:19:52 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_halloween_parties_2011.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_halloween_parties_2011.html Philadelphia Halloween Parties 2011 are abundant – find the best places for adults to celebrate with costume contests, nightlife, and other revelry. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:19:21 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/halloween_2011_philadelphia_events.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/halloween_2011_philadelphia_events.html Halloween 2011 Philadelphia events – Mummies at the Franklin Institute, Terror Behind the Walls, Boo at the Zoo, Pumpkinfest, and Dracula Festival. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:18:47 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_dickens_village.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_dickens_village.html The Macy’s Dickens Village offers visitors the chance to walk through a life-sized version of A Christmas Carol, a unique experience, since 1984. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:29:27 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_philadelphia.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_philadelphia.html Macy’s Philadelphia – in the former John Wanamakers on Market Street – is home to the Holiday Light Show and Dickens Village, starting Black Friday. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:27:20 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_a_christmas_carol.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_a_christmas_carol.html Macy’s A Christmas Carol / Dickens Village, is in the former Wanamakers at 13th and Market, and you can walk through a life-sized version of the tale. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:23:41 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_holiday_light_show.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/macys_holiday_light_show.html The Macy’s Holiday Light Show – at the old John Wanamakers store – has been a beloved Philadelphia Christmas tradition since 1956, for visitors. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:21:43 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/christmas_village_in_philadelphia.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/christmas_village_in_philadelphia.html Christmas Village in Philadelphia is located at City Hall, adjacent to Macy’s Holiday Light Show and Dickens Village – which is great for visitors. Sun, 27 Nov 2011 14:07:40 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_thanksgiving_day_parade_2010.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_thanksgiving_day_parade_2010.html The Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade 2010 features colorful floats, performances, and other entertainment on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:36:40 GMT http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_thanksgiving_eve_2010.html http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_thanksgiving_eve_2010.html Philadelphia Thanksgiving Eve 2010 – Wednesday, November 24, 2010 - will be rollicking, with revelry, parties, events, nightlife, and things to do. Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:32:51 GMT