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 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:55:38 -0400 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:55:38 -0400 enjoyingphiladelphia.com http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/national_constitution_center_american_spirits.htmle465b225c161558fef5767ea8226bdfaIt’s “Last Call” for The Roaring ‘20s, which come alive at the National Constitution Center’s American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition. See amazing artifacts from this extraordinary era. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:55:36 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/franklin_institute_titanic.html2a40e3d613d308ac0f739b0f8f67b66cThe Franklin Institute hosts Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition through April 7. Experience the feeling of boarding the doomed Titanic, the world’s most famous ship, in 1912. Thu, 4 Apr 2013 09:12:31 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/les_miserables_2013_tour_academy_of_music_review.htmlbb9a102036396b92aa1c4f9d8b51fccaThe spectacle and songs of Les Misérables wow audiences on its 25th Anniversary tour, at the historic Academy of Music in Philadelphia, to kick off the New Year. Read our review. Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:30:42 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/irish_christmas_in_america_review_sellersville_theater.html6d961c53149b9c1478173e365fae95a0Irish Christmas in America Review Sellersville Theater – This group of Celtic performers brought an authentic Celtic Christmas variety show of singing, dancing, music, and comedy, to Bucks County. Sun, 23 Dec 2012 11:34:42 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/oh_what_fun_review_act_ii_ambler.html7d5976f6b4d1fb0d07d0a367333630d4Oh, What Fun! is a hilarious, all-original Christmas comedy variety show, starring Tony Braithwaite, along with Howie Brown, Will Dennis, and pianist Sonny Leo, at Act II Playhouse in Ambler. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:40:56 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2012_army_navy_game_recap.htmlc859cf4885bc5362b110988475b0775a2012 Army Navy Game Recap – The Navy Midshipmen defeated the Army Black Knights, 17-13, to capture the Commander-in-Chief’s trophy for the first time since 2009. Thu, 13 Dec 2012 11:16:19 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/this_is_the_week_that_is_review_2012.html1c3484fbc34c3e1c7d28c3834d7817a2This Is The Week That Is: The Election Special: A hilarious skewering of the political scene, featuring Barack Obama and Mitt Romney, as befitting 1812 Productions. Sat, 1 Dec 2012 21:19:48 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/putnam_spelling_bee_review_at_the_prep.html3ab19a06ba6a6e8380153973892c687cPutnam Spelling Bee At the Prep Review - You'll Be Spellbound by the performance of the best secondary theatrical program in the region. Read more. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 15:10:50 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/adu_scores_twice_as_union_down_dynamo_at_ppl_park.html6a25c7c6e3586012416f634803a42ac5Philadelphia Union received no fewer than three goals from forwards Freddy Adu and Josue Martinez, in downing the Dynamo, 3-1, at PPL Park. Mon, 24 Sep 2012 16:11:03 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/4_lads_from_liverpool_review_act_ii_ambler.html70c36cf95e665ec9aa985a0ed0954cce4 Lads From Liverpool Review – Get Back to Act II Playhouse in Ambler to see it - the Fab Four in an intimate, cabaret setting, and experience the Beatles. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 15:18:52 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/hamels_foundation_diamonds_and_denim_event_2012.htmlf09f54f073a086fb0561b6b7474b0edbThe Hamels Foundation Diamonds & Denim Event 2012 at the historic Crystal Tea Room atop the Wanamaker Building – celebrity photos from the Red Carpet. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 14:08:48 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/shane_victorino_foundation_fashion_show_2012.htmlbc4c47916286278bde056fbbaab75230The 3rd Annual Shane Victorino Foundation All-Star Celebrity Fashion Show recap from the prestigious Union League, with many Phillies and their wives. Tue, 3 Jul 2012 14:21:05 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/shane_victorino_foundation_fashion_show_2011.html861ee598626bcb417017da856580bdcdThe 2nd Annual Shane Victorino Foundation All-Star Celebrity Fashion Show will take place at the prestigious Union League, featuring many Phillies. Tue, 19 Jun 2012 16:19:17 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/barnes_foundation_philadelphia_press_preview.htmlbfe3d516337ecc7eb985fbe23a1546a1Barnes Foundation Philadelphia Opening Press Preview – the magnificent art collection’s new Parkway home features stunning architecture and landscaping. Sat, 19 May 2012 15:41:44 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/riverdance_review_merriam_theater.htmla1a7daa69d22557a1e44081b192659b8Riverdance review Merriam Theater – make sure you catch the worldwide, iconic megahit show of Irish dancing and culture on its final U.S. tour, ever! Mon, 14 May 2012 20:17:05 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/my_fair_lady_review_act_ii_ambler.html375d966bcabdaaa6f1ace6673d49add3My 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, 9 May 2012 13:53:18 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/anything_goes_review_at_the_prep.htmlee9a75de94425d2d91c60d60a74ce768Anything Goes Review at the Prep - a stellar shipboard comedy, a magnificent, professional-quality show at the elite North Philadelphia high school. Wed, 9 May 2012 09:51:50 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/van_gogh_up_close_review.htmlf15cdd6c3bb30f7d7832cd381b64ffe9Don’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. Tue, 1 May 2012 20:01:15 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/septa_to_citizens_bank_park.htmlcd344ba37f1dc9b7f81bac194635a515Taking 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 14:30:19 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penn_museum.html128aa290f4b438094e84913ae8cd7e8aThe 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 12:16:56 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/west_side_story_academy_of_music_review.html5c7e482f98160f9e8bb0326610d67cfdOur West Side Story Academy of Music review, running on Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts, during the classic musical’s 2012 national revival tour. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:57:56 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/market_east_station.html64c732c8e2bb4182ff868460af262ac9Market 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 13:13:53 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/market_east_station_to_old_city_attractions.html947d46fd89ab218cb8cfac4a1dc84cf2 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 13:12:11 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/celtic_crossroads_review_sellersville_theater.html854ace6f1912d0bf87e785b8af46b905Celtic Crossroads Review Sellersville Theater – This Irish supergroup, one of the finest brought an eclectic, rollicking show to Bucks County. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:22:48 -0400 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2012_philadelphia_flower_show.html008f7766da33235d4dfbc09da22c641f2012 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, 9 Mar 2012 14:30:33 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/altan_review_sellersville_theater.html467d1df769067cca8501c44d59d522afAltan Review Sellersville Theater – This authentic Irish band from Donegal brought a rousing mix of boisterous and wistful harmonies to Bucks County. Thu, 8 Mar 2012 19:07:57 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_tours.htmlaf9bda88effb868afa1fe0fe5994dc4ePhiladelphia tours - find the best one for your visit to the city. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:31:21 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2011_philadelphia_flower_show.htmlbe27e80a5978458a3fad18f4bed5b9acThe 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 10:01:30 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_flower_show.html9c4f78627af4bf1d6ccd84608b7c6a69The 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 14:34:44 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_christmas_2010_things_to_do.html7250d4f73c0a43ebb3a21b2e525aa874Philadelphia 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 13:20:59 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/january_2012_philadelphia_events.html276cb8b119c37db8313828eee392cbacJanuary 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 13:20:00 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/october_2011_philadelphia_events.htmlf39c930414d9c49feaedfc3dcb78bb21October 2011 Philadelphia events – Phillies playoff games, Terror Behind the Walls, Rembrandt at the Art Museum, Mummies at the Franklin Institute. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:19:03 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/december_2010_things_to_do_in_philadelphia.htmlf65e4423aa8c1e46ac64f7bad74c9d23December 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 13:18:07 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/jimmy_rollins_foundation_havana_nights.html0ecab214de322afd41e9a45d6fa7af99The Jimmy Rollins Foundation Havana Nights charity event at the Constitution Center featured many Phillies and other A-list local celebrities. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:17:41 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/november_2011_philadelphia_events.html85d8c55d101715b6ae031bc619ba4cb7November 2011 Philadelphia Events – Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Eve parties, Black Friday, and much more than just turkey. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:16:47 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/presidents_day_2011_philadelphia_events.html982c6672cd77a3d948c9e715ed78326bPresidents’ Day 2011 Philadelphia Events honor Washington and Lincoln each February – visit historic sites and museums, celebrating their legacy. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:45:29 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/valentines_day_2012_philadelphia_events.html9fdc7050d85b328ef478fee6572cdbd6Valentines 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 16:15:46 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/valentines_day_2011_philadelphia_events.html47a9c9ac68fd5c6137c8b5a762af5fccValentine’s Day 2011 Philadelphia Events - the best ideas for dates and romance, restaurants and parties, for couples - and singles, still looking. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 12:18:24 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/branch_review_society_hill_playhouse.htmlb33fbd65b1f06f57283876290911bdbaBranch Review at the Society Hill Playhouse – the world premiere of the one-man play, featuring Branch Rickey, baseball’s most visionary executive. Sat, 4 Feb 2012 16:30:00 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/rain_beatles_review.html9df2b06c76068ef85b6ea7dcb7f9b46cRain 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, 2 Feb 2012 11:27:21 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/ben_franklin_parkway.htmla8505e54e4d8a9c1fc7cef23ae390616The Ben Franklin Parkway is home to many Philadelphia museums - get the most out of it. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:56:17 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/memphis_review_academy_of_music.html37d4f09cac17c4bf81190a1fd520f624Memphis Review Academy of Music – the critically acclaimed, Tony-award winning musical brings 1950s rock ‘n roll to Philadelphia’s oldest venue. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:46:36 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/ludwig_live_review_kimmel_center.html341eee7874b4da15e5384453a24dde4eLudwig 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 16:53:46 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/chinese_new_year_2011_events_philadelphia.htmld7a43976b16c014cfce97e44950b6e52Chinese 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 12:38:21 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/january_2011_things_to_do_in_philadelphia.htmle1b614ea85fa5933d7fded548bb6d7c1January 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. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:46:42 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/2011_mummers_parade.htmlcc2134013b62b9488e6497671ffc9827The 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 13:26:04 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/1812_productions_this_is_the_week_that_is_review_2011.htmld481db4696ca49c7f1b37dc0e965c18b1812 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 11:18:37 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/penns_landing_riverrink.htmla6739f4f13971fffb75fa1c5d527128bPenn’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 08:32:33 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/king_of_prussia_mall.html812d11adad7db114a1d37041f0e31a95The 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 01:44:06 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/philadelphia_new_years_eve_parties_2010.htmla8404b3869f9d144654b64c872376652Philadelphia 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 15:52:23 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/jersey_boys_review_forrest_theatre.htmlc6c8fee93e1ee08d4333dd906ee298d9Jersey Boys Review Forrest Theatre – Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons return to their zenith at this outstanding musical, featuring their hits. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:28:42 -0500 http://www.enjoyingphiladelphia.com/december_2011_philadelphia_events.html2ff1da57373a8387290b1e1f91888253December 2011 Philadelphia Events – at Macy’s, the beloved Light Show, and entering the life-sized version of A Christmas Carol at Dickens Village. Wed, 7 Dec 2011 15:07:02 -0500