| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | #14 Boathouse Row / 150 Years...Then and NowPresented by Philadelphia Girls' Rowing Club June 2, 2012 The oldest building on Boathouse Row will celebrate its 150th anniversary, and special guests include the entire crew from the 1967 “Vichy Eight," which was the first US women’s crew to compete internationally, in the European Women’s Rowing Championships, the top competition at that time! The commemorative event, aptly named 150 years . . . then and now, will be held at #14 Boathouse Row (14 Kelly Drive). The event is hosted by the Philadelphia Girls’ Rowing... | Philadelphia Girls' Rowing Club | 06/02/12 | Philadelphia |
10th Annual Harvest FestivalPresented by Brandywine Valley Wine Trail at Brandywine Valley Wine Trail September 29-October 7, 2012 Have a grape stompin' good time and experience the sights and smells of harvest as the seven wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail celebrate the 2012 vintage! You’ll find grapes galore as the vineyards commence harvest activities. Enjoy pastoral settings for picnicking, live music to "sit n’ sip" or dance by, hayrides through the vineyards, BBQs, wine tastings, tours, and the opportunity to learn about the region where Pennsylvania’s most stellar... | Brandywine Valley Wine Trail | 09/29/12-
10/07/12 | Chadds Ford |
21st Annual Ukrainian Folk Festival Presented by Ukrainian American Sport Center at Ukrainian American Sport Center August 26, 2012 Exciting, spectacular, dazzling, breathtaking, exhilarating, spirited, soulful, enchanting, captivating, and intriguing – modest words which describe but by no means capture the essence of Ukrainian folk art, music, and dance. From the rich color and deep symbolism of the delicate “pysanka” (Ukrainian Easter Egg) to the thunderous, climatic, power, rhythm and strength of “HOPAK” – the world’s most exciting ethnic dance, and every brilliant... | Ukrainian American Sport Center | 08/26/12 | Horsham |
| 24th Annual Tyler Tasting Party | Bucks County Community College Foundation | 06/01/12 | Newtown |
36th Annual Market DayPresented by Newtown Historic Association, Inc. at Court Inn / The Half Moon Inn October 6, 2012 For over three decades the Newtown Historic Association has had Market Day. This custom revives an old harvest season tradition in Newtown, where long ago, local farmers brought their crops to town to sell and enjoy a day of festivities and contests that culminated with a horse race down State Street. There are over 50 crafters, demonstrators and artists coming with a wide variety of interesting crafts, from bee keeping, quilting, rug braiding, spinning, fine arts, photography and... | Newtown Historic Association, Inc. | 10/06/12 | Newtown |
4th Annual Dine Around the ManorPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor June 8, 2012 Come enjoy a progressive dinner with food and drinks stationed in various buildings around the 43-acre site. Watch the cooks during an on-going 17th century cooking demonstration, be entertained by strolling musicians, and end the evening in the Visitor Center with dessert, a basket raffle, and live auction. Reservations are required by May 25. | Pennsbury Manor | 06/08/12 | Morrisville |
4th Annual Farm to TablePresented by Heritage Conservancy at Lindsay Farm August 4, 2012 Locally grown food prepared by acclaimed chefs from Earl’s Bucks County and served in a rustic and picturesque outdoor setting. Proceeds benefit Heritage Conservancy’s mission of preserving our region’s natural and historic heritage. Sells out every year! Register today! | Heritage Conservancy | 08/04/12 | Warminster |
4th Friday Wine & CheesePresented by Whole Unit Holdings May 25, 2012 The 4th Friday Wine & Cheese celebrates its seventh consecutive year providing events throughout various communities in Philadelphia. This truly all-inclusive experience includes wine tasting, catered cuisine, art installations, guest speakers, massages, image consulting and shopping. Taking place all under one roof, it is an irresistible destination stop for anyone interested in art, wine tasting, foreign cuisine, unique gifts or simply a way to unwind at the end of a stressful work... | Whole Unit Holdings | 05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
| 5th Annual Women's Scholarship Tea | Bucks County Community College Foundation | 09/27/12 | Newtown |
| 9th Annual Italian Heritage Festival of Gloucester County | Gloucester County Italian Heritage Commission | 09/30/12 | West Deptford |
| A Dummies’ Guide to Wine Tasting | Crossing Vineyards and Winery | 06/10/12 | Washington Crossing |
A World of BeerPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum August 17, 2012 The Mercer Museum's Annual Beer Event will feature local breweries and homebrewers who will provide a tasting of their creations inspired from brewing techniques used in many different areas of the world. Music and light fare included.
| Fonthill Castle | 08/17/12 | Doylestown |
Appetite for Awareness: A Gluten-Free Cooking SpreePresented by National Foundation for Celiac Awareness September 23, 2012 Get your ticket to Philadelphia's premier gluten-free event! The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) is preparing an extraordinary event full of fun, food and gluten-free delights! | National Foundation for Celiac Awareness | 09/23/12 | Philadelphia |
Art for the Cash PoorPresented by InLiquid.com at Crane Arts Building June 11-June 12, 2012 InLiquid's Art for the Cash Poor is a fabulous annual party and art sale that allows art lovers the chance to meet artists, see their work first-hand, and begin or add to their art collections without breaking the bank -- all in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. A wide range of our region's best artists will be selling items priced at $199 or less, with much priced well under $100. | InLiquid.com | 06/11/12-
06/12/12 | Philadelphia |
Art Salon: RadiancePresented by Grounds for Sculpture at Grounds for Sculpture June 14, 2012 Dine tonight with the incredible Michele Oka Doner, whose work flows from a lifelong study and appreciation of the natural world and the human figure. Perhaps most recognized for her many public art installations nationwide, including the mile-long A Walk on the Beach at Miami’s International Airport, Ms. Oka Doner has four sculptures in the park including Eve #1, Venus #1, Radiant Disk, and Ice Ring.
Price includes dinner and one glass of... | Grounds for Sculpture | 06/14/12 | Hamilton |
Best of the ChefsPresented by WHYY Inc. at WHYY June 21, 2012 Bring your appetites, food fanatics, for a culinary celebration of the Delaware Valley’s best chefs as WHYY presents Best of the Chefs! This 2-hour tasting will feature an array of local area restaurants and businesses who will be serving up their best bites for a chance to win the honor of being crowned the best of the chefs by event attendees!
Attendees will also enjoy a summer beer garden, specialty cocktails, live music, and can try their luck in an exciting Best of... | WHYY Inc. | 06/21/12 | Philadelphia |
Big Bang BBQ WeekendPresented by Brandywine Valley Wine Trail at Brandywine Valley Wine Trail June 30-July 1, 2012 From Pig Pickin' to Chickin' Lickin' – we’re planning a fun BBQ & Wine outing. Beat the shore crowds and spend a rousing Fourth of July Weekend with great BBQ & Wine outings at the wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail. Six family owned and operated regional wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail will be offering a variety of wines, food, picnicking, and music to celebrate Independence Weekend. No Passports or Tickets required to attend. Come join... | Brandywine Valley Wine Trail | 06/30/12-
07/01/12 | Chadds Ford |
Bill Talmidie Acoustic GuitarPresented by Zen Den, The at The Zen Den May 3-May 31, 2012 Bill Talmidie is here Thursday night this month on Acoustic Guitar!
| Zen Den, The | 05/03/12-
05/31/12 | Doylestown |
Bill Talmidie Acoustic GuitarPresented by Zen Den, The at The Zen Den June 7-June 28, 2012 Bill Talmidie is here Thursday night this month on Acoustic Guitar!
| Zen Den, The | 06/07/12-
06/28/12 | Doylestown |
Brandywine Country Cooking School Presented by Hamanassett Bed & Breakfast June 10-June 12, 2012 Located just 30 minutes southwest of Philadelphia. Savor the beauty of the Brandywine Valley, the elegant surroundings of Hamanassett Bed and Breakfast, and sumptuous cuisine prepared by you in a hands-on cooking class led by Hamanassett Bed and Breakfast's chef, Anne-Michelle Albertson. Brandywine Country Cooking School features recipes and techniques for preparing extraordinary menus themed to a particular time of the year or special occassion.
In "Grill of My... | Hamanassett Bed & Breakfast | 06/10/12-
06/12/12 | Chester Heights |
Brandywine Food and Wine FestivalPresented by Brandywine Valley Wine Trail at Myrick Conservation Center June 9, 2012 Join the wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail as we bring together the best of the Brandywine Valley area. Local wineries, food vendors, local artisans and musicians come together for a day of fun at The Myrick Conservation Center at the Brandywine Valley Association.
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed on festival grounds. Event is rain or shine.
| Brandywine Valley Wine Trail | 06/09/12 | West Chester |
Brandywine Valley Driving TourPresented by Awfully Nice Tours at Brandywine Battlefield Park April 1, 2011-March 15, 2015 The Brandywine Valley encompasses an area of rolling countryside set about 4 miles outside the city of Philadelphia. There are so many wonderful Brandywine attractions in the area it’s hard to choose. The most popular include Longwood Gardens, Winterthur Country Museum and Estate, Brandywine River Museum, the Nemours Mansion and the Hagley Museum. Any one of these can take at least half a day to visit, so you will have to make some hard choices. And of course, there are also a number... | Awfully Nice Tours | 04/01/11-
03/15/15 | Chadds Ford |
Brews, Blues & BBQPresented by tattooedkingpin at Starlight Ballroom June 9, 2012 Come sample 100 or more craft beers from around the world. Come discover the wonderful world of hand crafted micro brews. There will be double and triple IPAs and Imperial stouts along with wheat beers, pilsners and pale ales, and two or more kinds of summer cider. Something for everyone to enjoy. Brews Blues and Barbecue is a festival dedicated to bringing you the best beers available around the world and we pride ourselves on bringing you the newest breweries to hit the Pennsylvania... | tattooedkingpin | 06/09/12 | Philadelphia |
Bringing Garden Inside: Easy Tricks Arranging Fresh FlowersPresented by Greensgrow Farms June 9, 2012 Fresh-cut flowers in your home or office add so much joy. Flowers have been scientifically documented to impact wellness. Learn some great tricks arranging your fresh flowers to look their best and last their longest. This special hands-on workshop program presented by Cheryl Wilks of Flowers On Location is sure to make you smile. She's been in the floral industry over 30 years and really knows her stuff.
Learn more at her website: www.flowersonlocation.com You'll learn the... | Greensgrow Farms | 06/09/12 | Philadelphia |
Candlelight ToursPresented by Peter Wentz Farmstead at Peter Wentz Farmstead December 1, 2012 The soft glow of candlelight will guide you throughout the decorated Farmstead for tours showcasing period music,
seasonal decorations, holiday foodways, and a visit from Belsnickel, a Pennsylvania German St. Nicholas in furs.
| Peter Wentz Farmstead | 12/01/12 | Worcester |
| CCD Restaurant Week presented by TD Bank | Center City District | 09/23/12-
09/28/12 | Philadelphia |
| CCD Restaurant Week presented by TD Bank | Center City District | 09/30/12-
10/05/12 | Philadelphia |
Celebrating Historic Paulsdale- A Wine Tasting EventPresented by Alice Paul Institute at Paulsdale June 1, 2012 Join the Alice Paul Institute on the porch of historic Paulsdale for an evening of wine, food and friends. Price includes wine samples and hors d'oeuvres from the Capital Grille, Cherry Hill. | Alice Paul Institute | 06/01/12 | Mount Laurel |
Cemetery, Serial Killers, Blood & Beer! Presented by Grim Philly Twilight Tours at Independence Visitor Center April 7, 2012-November 27, 2022 …From the burial ground to the bar! Eat, drink, & be merry!
From ruthless “businessmen” gangsters assassinating one another and shooting up the town in a war to control the city to modern psychopathic killers like the “Corpse Collector,” “Frankfort Slasher,” “Hednik’s House of Horrors,” and H.H. Holmes this is not your typical Liberty Bell tour! And after a fact-packed late afternoon Grim Philly walk, you’ll... | Grim Philly Twilight Tours | 04/07/12-
11/27/22 | Philadelphia |
Chef Joseph Poon's Summer Dining ExperiencePresented by Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen at Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen June 30, 2012 Chef Joseph Poon creates seasonal dining menus, including his famous Chinese New Year banquet menu and now his Spring and Summer 2012 menu. Join this master chef for a special Summer Dining Experience. Call 215-928-9333 for reservations or sign up online at http://bit.ly/JWNWov View more at www.JosephPoon.com under dining tab.
| Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen | 06/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Chef Joseph Poon's Wok 'n' Walk Tour of ChinatownPresented by Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen at Chinatown January 30, 2009 - Ongoing Join Chef Joseph Poon for an insider's tour of this vibrant community and learn about the history, culture and food of Chinatown. Chef Joseph Poon's team serves a full lunch or dinner. Your visit includes a Tai Chi demonstration, a Chinese vegetable carving lesson and walking tour of the chef's community including stops at a fortune cookie factory, Chinese herbal medicine shop, Chinese place of worship, a Chinese bakery, Asian grocery store, fish market and more. (Stops vary depending upon... | Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen | 01/30/09-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Chew Philly Food ToursPresented by Chew Philly Food Tours April 12-November 30, 2012 Feast on cheesesteaks, tomato pie, soft pretzels, and more with Chew Philly Food Tours. This foodie's delight tour explores the 300-year-old Philadelphia neighborhood of Manayunk, and includes eight food tastings! Prepare to indulge at various delis, bakeries, and specialty shops along the scenic Schuylkill River. Eateries are family-owned and operated, and get their stamp of approval from the locals Learn historical, architectural and cultural secrets of this historic district, all while... | Chew Philly Food Tours | 04/12/12-
11/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Chinatown Food TourPresented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center March 25-December 2, 2012 Meet at the Independence Visitor Center, south entrance on the northeast corner of 6th and Market Streets. Look for your guide with Free Tours by Foot logo.
Take a tour of mainland China, Hong Kong, Korea and Vietnam with frequent food stops to refuel as we explore this small but mighty and uniquely Philly Chinatown. With a densely packed wealth of delicious food and rich culture. Join Free Tours by Foot for a 2.5-hour tour of Philadelphia's Chinatown, a journey through the history... | Free Tours by Foot | 03/25/12-
12/02/12 | Philadelphia |
Cooking Classes at Sur La TablePresented by Sur La Table at King of Prussia Mall at Sur La Table at King of Prussia Mall November 22, 2011-January 1, 2013 The skills you've always wanted to master are easier to learn than you think. Our knowledgeable staff of culinary experts has a wealth of techniques they are excited to share with you.
In our hands-on classes, our trained chefs lead you through a fun and enjoyable lesson that will have your class cooking like pros and laughing like never before. After the last garnish has been added, everyone takes their seat to enjoy the fruits of their labor.
And as a thank you, you will... | Sur La Table at King of Prussia Mall | 11/22/11-
01/01/13 | King of Prussia |
Craft Beer and Artisanal Cheese TourPresented by City Food Tours at Various Locations February 6, 2010 - Ongoing During this entertaining and delicious 2-hour tasting adventure in Old City Philadelphia, a fun and knowledgeable food & beer pro will introduce you to 8 Craft Beers and 4 Artisanal Cheeses in one of Philly's best microbreweries.
You’ll enjoy 8 distinct craft beers—each brewed on-site—representing a vast range of styles. During the tasting, Eric Matzke (one of the owners of City Food Tours) will share some fun facts about how beer is made, the quirky... | City Food Tours | 02/06/10-
Ongoing | |
Create-Your-Own Kitchen Garden Pizza at Trolley Car CafePresented by Trolley Car Cafe July 21, 2012 Kitchen gardens rock! Especially the seasonal garden responsible for the delicious menu at award-winning Trolley Car Café in East Falls. This class is a fun way for kids to learn more about the great herbs and veggies that are grown onsite in the garden and create their own spectacular Trolley Car Café pizza using ingredients they pick from the garden! The workshop is led by the kitchen garden tender and Café owner, Ken Weinstein, also owner of the popular Trolley Car... | Trolley Car Cafe | 07/21/12 | Philadelphia |
Culinary Tour of the Italian MarketPresented by Taste 4 Travel at 9th Street Italian Market July 13, 2012 If you’re looking for a real culinary adventure in the country’s oldest outdoor market, the Italian Market on 9th Street in Philadelphia, Chef Jacquie is your girl. A native of South Philadelphia who lived two blocks from the Market, she is also a professional chef and grew up with most of the shop owners on 9th Street. The personal history and colorful characters of these business owners comes through as Chef Jacquie prompts them to tell their family secrets, personal histories,... | Taste 4 Travel | 07/13/12 | Philadelphia |
De Pueblo a Pueblo: A Celebration of Mexican Culture in Venues throughout PhiladelphiaPresented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Various Locations April 27-June 16, 2012 De Pueblo a Pueblo (From Town to Town) is an eight-week celebration in Spring 2012 that will honor our local Mexican community by promoting greater understanding of traditional arts, language, and history of our southern neighbors. The citywide festival will connect this growing population and their customs with a broader Philadelphia audience.
This festival will kick off with the opening reception for Echele Ganas: Do Your Best, a photographic exhibition featuring the... | Philadelphia's Magic Gardens | 04/27/12-
06/16/12 | |
Decadent Gourmet TourPresented by City Food Tours at Various Locations November 24, 2007 - Ongoing Hold on to your taste buds! This 3-hour gourmet tasting adventure in the heart of Philadelphia will introduce you to tastings of 6 world-class, decadent treats at 6 of the city’s best gourmet destinations!
Your friendly and knowledgeable guide will start you off at the iconic Reading Terminal Market for an insider’s highlight tour that will introduce you to the market’s history, layout, and stops at 3 foodie havens, not to be missed. Your... | City Food Tours | 11/24/07-
Ongoing | |
Decorate-a-Cupcake FridaysPresented by Bredenbeck's Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor at Bredenbeck's Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor May 4-May 25, 2012 Join the fun every Friday night in May! Bredenbeck's Bakery is providing fresh-baked vanilla and chocolate cupcakes, plus their secret-recipe icing and all the toppings to make your own special cupcake. This event is freefor kids 12 and under; anyone older will be asked to make a donation to Bredenbeck's charity of choice.
This event is weather-permitting. In case of inclement weather, please contact the bakery at 215-247-7374. | Bredenbeck's Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor | 05/04/12-
05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
Develop Your Wine IQ - Version BPresented by Pinot Boutique at Pinot Boutique May 30, 2012 The best way to learn about wine is by drinking and drinking… oh, and evaluating it in a consistent method. Seriously though, learning the methods of wine evaluation helps you find what style you like the most. Comparing different styles in a guided tasting will teach you what you like and why.
Explore Old World and New World wines, light body to full body, and the influence of oak, tannins and acids. The class will also discuss proper handling, serving and storage of wine.... | Pinot Boutique | 05/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Doylestown Farmers' MarketPresented by Buckingham Township Civic Association April 21-November 17, 2012 An open air venue in the heart of Doylestown Borough, 25+ vendors sell locally grown or produced only, chemical free and conventionally grown vegetables & fruit, duck & chicken eggs, grass-fed beef, pork & poultry, honey, cut flowers and herbs, baked goods including gluten-free items, dairy products, preserves, honey, pie fillings, pickles, olive oil, relishes, teas, spices, cider and wine, all-natural soaps, lotions and skincare products, dog biscuits, alpaca products,... | Buckingham Township Civic Association | 04/21/12-
11/17/12 | Doylestown |
Doylestown's County Seat Bicentennial CelebrationPresented by Doylestown Historical Society and Doylestown Bicentennial Committee at Doylestown, Bucks County May 28-June 2, 2012 2012 will be celebrated as a milestone year for Doylestown as we will mark the 200th anniversary of Doylestown becoming the county seat of Bucks County. To commemorate, we are planning a weeklong event to take place beginning from Memorial Day, May 28th to Saturday, June 2nd. Planned activities included: a Moustache Contest; Art Exhibition; Antique Car Show; Walking Tours; Historical Lectures; Mock Trial; School Plaque Dedication; Fashion Show; Veterans Appreciation Day; Time Capsule... | Doylestown Historical Society | 05/28/12-
06/02/12 | Doylestown |
Eat Beer at McGillin's Olde Ale House during Philly Beer WeekPresented by McGillin's Olde Ale House at McGillin's Olde Ale House June 1-June 10, 2012 Eat and drink your way through Philly Beer Week (June 1st through 10th) with McGillin's special "Eat Beer" menu and Meet the Brewer events at McGillin's.
Eat Beer:
You gotta eat, especially if you're drinking, so come enjoy the "Eat Beer" menu featuring special dishes that incorporate beer into the recipe, like Mussels steamed in Beer, Beer-Battered Fish & Chips, Beer-Battered Onion Rings and more!
Meet the Brewer:
On... | McGillin's Olde Ale House | 06/01/12-
06/10/12 | Philadelphia |
| Ellen M. Emlen Civil War-era Cookbook Presented by Tara O'Brien | Free Library of Philadelphia - Print and Picture Collection | 05/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Ethnic EatsPresented by City Food Tours at Various Locations October 16, 2011 - Ongoing Mention the words “South Philly” and almost everyone immediately pictures the Italian Market. Yet, nestled in and around the market is a treasure trove of outstanding Asian and Mexican culinary delights! Treat your taste buds to an exotic journey that will open your eyes to these rich flavors and vibrant cultures. This tour is as great for first-time visitors to the neighborhood as it is for those who think they know the Italian Market inside out!
This 2.5-hour... | City Food Tours | 10/16/11-
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Evening of IndulgencePresented by City Food Tours at Various Locations April 16, 2010 - Ongoing What could be better than dinner at a great restaurant? How about a sumptuous, 3-course dining adventure that brings you to 2 great restaurants!
Your adventure begins at one of the city’s best Brazilian Steakhouses with a tasting of 3 festive, traditional Brazilian drinks – the Caipirinha (the national drink of Brazil), Xingu Beer, and a South American Wine. As you enjoy your drinks, we’ll share the quirky stories behind each drink, demonstrate how to make them, and... | City Food Tours | 04/16/10-
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| Evening Tours | Glen Foerd Mansion on the Delaware | 06/19/12 | Philadelphia |
Family Culinary ClassesPresented by Wayne Art Center at Wayne Art Center May 10-May 24, 2012 Families that cook together...laugh together, have fun together, learn together. Join chef Chiwishi Job Abney this May for a series of cooking classes especially for families.
May 10th: Incredible Italian Favorites
May 17th: On the Grill
May 24th: Doughnuts! | Wayne Art Center | 05/10/12-
05/24/12 | Wayne |
| Father's Day Brunch & Dinner | Washington House | 06/17/12 | Sellersville |
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