January 14, 2013
The Philadelphia Flyers welcome fans back to the Wells Fargo Center this week to kickoff the lockout shortened 2013 season.
(Photo courtesy Philadelphia Flyers)
Flyer fans, rejoice!
The NHL lockout has ended and professional hockey is back in Philadelphia. To celebrate, the Flyers are opening the doors of the Wells Fargo Center on Thursday, January 17 for a free open practice at 6 p.m. As a thank-you to the fans, the team is welcoming Flyers fans of all ages to see the team take the ice for the first time this year.
While free, tickets are required for entry and are available at www.flyers.nhl.com. Of course, tickets are going quickly, so move fast!
In addition to Thursday’s open practice, the Flyers will be around town getting fans excited throughout the week:
Thursday, January 17: The Flyers Street Team will be at Reading Terminal Market to “Flyer Up” the lunchtime crowd at 12:20 p.m., handing out free t-shirts and cheer cards.
Friday, January 18: XFINITY Live! Philadelphia will host the WMMR Puck Drop Party from 8 p.m. until midnight, including a pep rally at 9 p.m. The party will feature a live band, the Flyers Ice Girls and giveaways.
Saturday, January 19: The Flyers host the Pittsburgh Penguins in the nationally televised home opener at 3 p.m. In anticipation, XFINITY Live! will open its doors at 10 a.m., with live music starting at 1 p.m.
Click here to check out the full 2013 season schedule and to purchase tickets. Great to see the Orange Crush back!
Philadelphia Flyers Open Practice
When: Thursday, January 17, 6 p.m.
Where: Wells Fargo Center
Cost: Free
More info: www.flyers.nhl.com
January 14, 2013
Vintage and homemade wares will be on sale during the Clover Market. (Photo courtesy Clover Market)
There are more than 50 confirmed vendors who will supply attendees with a slew of items. Head out to the market to browse antiques, handmade items, jewelry, art, vintage clothing and more.
If shopping isn’t enough for you, check out the number of food trucks that are set to line Ranstead Street for the duration of the event.
Also, keep an eye out for DIY workshops with Art in the Age, Sullivan and Owen, chez sucre chez, and more. These crafters will give you an inside view on how to create everything from a floral arrangement to needlework worthy of being hung above your mantle.
Bonus: Purchase your tickets now and receive two for the price of one. That’s two tickets for five dollars. Tickets are available online. Tickets purchased at the door will be $5 each. So get them early!
VIP tickets are available for those who want first pick of the market’s collection. VIP tickets are $20 each and allow guests entry to the market at 9 a.m., an hour before the general public, drinks from Art in the Age and the first 50 attendees score a gift bag.
Clover Market’s Winter Market
When: Sunday, January 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 23rd Street Armory, 22 S. 23rd Street
Cost: $5 for two tickets in advance, $5 per person at the door
More info: www.theclovermarket.com
January 14, 2013
Turtles: Journey of Survival features turtles of all types, including many rare and at-risk species. (Photo courtesy Adventure Aquarium)
An exciting new exhibit is coming to the Adventure Aquarium. An in-depth exhibit, Turtles: Journey of Survival will be at the aquarium from January 14-March 24. The exhibit will dive into the world and survival of turtles and tortoises.
It will explore their survival over millions and millions of years – outliving dinosaurs and natural disasters. Attendees will get an exclusive look at land and aquatic turtles ranging in size from a turtle no bigger than a postage stamp, to a massive turtle weighing in at 450 pounds. This exhibit will house the most turtles that have ever been at the Adventure Aquarium at once – there will be more than 20 turtles at the exhibit.
Guests will learn how to help conserve vulnerable species of turtles through live shows and special appearances.
The Adventure Aquarium has paired up with the Wetlands Institute of Stone Harbor, New Jersey to help raise money and awareness for the Northern Diamondback Terrapins, a local turtle species that is at risk. Guests will also learn about other at-risk turtle species.
Be sure to check out the two newest additions to the Adventure Aquarium; two recently rescued Loggerhead Sea turtles.
Guests will also learn about the more peculiar habits of certain species of turtles. Learn which turtle emits a high-pitched screech to scare away predators and why the Painted Wood turtle dances for its food.
This family-friendly exhibit is great for adults and children alike. Get a firsthand look at the survival of turtles while learning how to help ensure they stick around for another 200 million years.
Turtles: Journey of Survival at Adventure Aquarium
When: January 14-March 24
Where: Adventure Aquarium, 1 Riverside Drive, Camden
Cost: Adults $24.95, Children $17.95
More info: www.adventureaquarium.com
January 14, 2013
On Saturday, January 19, Three Sirens Boutique is hosting an event to make sure you’re taking on 2013 in style. From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. the folks at the boutique have organized an event fit for all fashionistas and makeup lovers.
They are offering guests with sales, raffles and (drumroll please!) a free one-on-one Mary Kay makeup consultation with Jennifer Lozano, an experienced Mary Kay consultant.
Stop by the boutique for skincare tips and for makeup custom to your skin type. In addition to makeup, all dresses in-store will be 20% off. Sip on champagne and chow down on bites while enjoying all things fashion and makeup.
RSVP on Facebook for a chance to win a prize from the raffles that will occur throughout the event. Psst… one lucky guest will even win a Three Siren Boutique gift certificate.
New Year, New You!! at Three Sirens Boutique
When: Saturday, January 19, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Three Sirens Boutique, 134 N. 3rd Street
Cost: Free
More info: www.threesirens.com
January 11, 2013
Escape the chilliness of late January with a steamy bowl of authentic Swedish Pea Soup at ASHM. (Photo courtesy American Swedish Historical Museum)
In a cold weather conundrum? Find refuge at the American Swedish Historical Museum during their annual Pea Soup and Punsch Supper on Saturday, January 26.
The Ärtsoppa och Punsch supper dates back to the medieval times and is served as a hearty winter meal before Friday fasting.
The loaded ladles of Swedish pea soup start pouring at 6 p.m. and will be accompanied by authentic Swedish cheeses, breads and dessert.
Cap off the evening and toast the tradition with a glass of Punsch, a boozy arrack-infused drink. (Tip: have cash on hand if you choose to imbibe on any other cocktails.)
Admission is $20 for members of the museum and $25 for non-members. Reservations are necessary as seating is limited, so get on it, people.
Pea Soup and Punsch Supper
When: Saturday, January 26
Where: American Swedish Historical Museum
Cost: $20-$25
More info: www.americanswedish.org
January 11, 2013
Funnyman Wyatt Cenac, of The Daily Show with John Stewart fame, is coming to Philly for a one-night engagement at the historic Trocadero Theatre on Friday, January 18 — and Philly 360° is giving away tickets! For a chance to win a pair of tickets to Cenac’s show, just head over to Philly 360° and fill out the entry form by Wednesday, January 16. And for those not lucky enough to win, tickets for the show are currently available at Ticketfly.com, but move quickly before they’re gone. It’s sure to be a hilarious night of comedy. [Philly 360°]
January 11, 2013
This weekend's forecast calls for unseasonably mild temperatures, the perfect time to get out and enjoy all the exciting events, exhibitions and dining throughout the city. (Photo by J. Fusco for GPTMC)
Check out our top picks for this weekend, below:
Assistance at the Wilma Theater (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Second Fridays: Pink Skull DJs at Johnny Brenda’s
Blue Cross RiverRink (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Christmas Tree Recycling (Fri, Sat)
The London Souls at Milkboy Philly
Les Misérables at the Academy of Music (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at the Franklin Institute (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Our Top Picks for Brunch (Sat, Sun)
Cold Steel, Warm Knights at Philadelphia Museum of Art
Alex’s Lemonade Stand’s 2013 Lemon Ball
Arden Theatre Company presents Cinderella (Sat, Sun)
Joint admission to the National Constitution Center and Franklin Institute (Fri, Sat, Sun)
More picks below! (more…)
January 11, 2013
Four nationally recognized comics will be taking the stage at Act II Playhouse in Ambler. Between the four performing comedians they have appeared on NBC, ABC, MTV and Comedy Central… just to name a few. This performance is destined to be gut-bustingly funny.
The stand-up comedy weekend runs from January 11-12 and encompasses three separate performances, the first at 8 p.m. on January 11 the next two at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on January 12. The first night will feature Chris Rich as the headliner who once won the impressive Ladies of Laughter contest at Caesar’s Palace. Dave Terruso, the co-founder of Philly Sketchfest as the opening act and Mike Donovan as the MC.
The two performances on January 12 and will feature Brad Trackman who has opened for the likes of Weird Al Yankovic and Joan Rivers as the headliner, Roxborough native, Ed Scanlan as the opening act, and Mike Donovan as the MC.
If you’re looking to laugh your way into the weekend, the stand-up comedy weekend is your solution.
In addition to the stand-up comedy weekend, Act II Playhouse is in no shortage of comedic performances this January, be sure to catch the hilarious Why I’m Scared of Dance By Jen Childs which will be playing at the theater from January 15-27.
Stand-Up Comedy Weekend at Act II Playhouse
When: Friday, January 11, 8 p.m. and Saturday, January 12, 7 p.m and 9 p.m.
Where: Act II Playhouse, 56 East Butler Avenue, Ambler
Cost: $20 adults, $17 seniors, $15 subscribers, $10 students
More info: act2playhouse.org
January 11, 2013
Introducing our brand new With Art Philadelphia™ Hotel Package available for stays through March 31, 2013 that includes admission to many of Philly’s top art museums. (Photo credits clockwise from top left: the Barnes Foundation, C. Gabello for GPTMC, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia Museum of Art)
If you sleep, eat and breathe art, get ready to experience our brand new With Art Philadelphia™ Hotel Package that allows you to do all that and more.
The package is available for one and two-night stays through March 31, and includes a With Art Philadelphia™ Pass, which guarantees one-time admission to six of the city’s top art destinations: the Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rodin Museum, Ruth and Raymond G. Perelman Building, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and the Penn Museum. And the only way to get this awesome pass is through the purchase of this hotel package, making it easy to have an inspired getaway.
This package is available at the following Center City hotels: Westin Hotel Philadelphia, Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia, Le Meridien Philadelphia, Sonesta Hotel Philadelphia, Windsor Suites Philadelphia, Crowne Plaza Philadelphia West, Sofitel Philadelphia, The Latham Philadelphia, Loews Hotel Philadelphia and the brand new Hotel Monaco.
And… there’s more. A package also includes: two Philadelphia Trolley Works tickets, a welcome kit and free parking (at select hotels).
Plus rates start at just $205.
So to recap, the full With Art Philadelphia™ Hotel Package includes:
• One or two nights accommodations
• Two-day With Art Philadelphia™ Pass (which includes admission to the Barnes, PMA, PAFA and more)
• Two Trolley Tour passes provided by Philadelphia Trolley Works
• Welcome kit upon check-in
• Parking (at select hotels)
Ready to book? Click here.
After booking the package, you can preview your art-filled tour of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway via our interactive Parkway Map on the With Art Philadelphia™ website. And just remember to act soon — this package is only good for stays through March 31, 2013.
With Art Philadelphia™ Hotel Package [Visit Philly]
January 11, 2013
Deal alert: Amtrak and Visit Philly have teamed up to offer a special promotion to you and your friends and family when visiting Philadelphia. When you buy one regularly-priced ticket to Philadelphia on Amtrak, you can get a second ticket — or a “companion” ticket — for 30% off.
Just travel from one of the 51 participating stations to Philadelphia on Northeast Regional rail and purchase two tickets together. This offer has to be booked online via the Amtrak website.
So next time either you’re visiting Philadelphia, or your friends or family are coming into town to visit you, make sure you take advantage of this deal.
Amtrak is a great way to get to and from Philadelphia (see poster at right) and this offer makes it an even better proposition.
Note: this deal runs for almost the entire year. Book your ticket before December 18, 2013 to take advantage of this great offer.
Save 30% on a Companion Fare to Philadelphia
When: Through December 18, 2013
Where: 30th Street Station
More info: www.amtrak.com
