Events
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Gary Papa Run
Presented by Foundation for Breast and Prostate Health June 17, 2012 Father's Day 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Walk to benefit prostate cancer research and awareness. The start/finish line is located on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, a short distance from the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art at Eakins Oval. The course is a USA Track and Field Certified Course.
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Foundation for Breast and Prostate Health |
06/17/12 |
Gary Papa Run, Philadelphia |
Media Farmers Market Every Thursday
Presented by Media Farmers Market May 13, 2010 - Ongoing The Media Farmers Market brings together local farmers, area residents and Media businesses to enhance our community, both socially and economically. Through weekly markets featuring fresh food producers and borough shops and restaurants, Media Farmers Market generates appreciation for seasonal agriculture and encourages the support of neighborhood businesses, regional growers, and fair trade establishments.
There are no membership fees. Time: Thursdays, 3-7pm, May 13 through November...
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Media Farmers Market |
05/13/10 -
Ongoing |
Media Theater Parking Lot, media |
Uncle Sam's Trail to Independence
Presented by Uncle Sam's Philadelphia Tours August 9, 2010 - Ongoing Our walking tour of historic Philadelphia follows the very same roadways where many fought for independence. Experience numerous sites and stories that were a special part of Philadelphia as Washington, Jefferson, Hancock, Adams, Franklin, Lee and so many others worked a course to the birth of a new nation.
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Uncle Sam's Philadelphia Tours |
08/09/10 -
Ongoing |
Uncle Sam's Philadelphia Tours, Philadelphia |
Free Argentine Tango Beginner Class Every Friday
Presented by Philadelphia Argentine Tango School January 6-December 21, 2012 Every Friday, the Philadelphia Argentine Tango School hosts a free beginner class! Come alone or with ten of your best friends to try out tango in a relaxed, fun environment.
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Philadelphia Argentine Tango School |
01/06/12 -
12/21/12 |
Philadelphia Argentine Tango School, Philadelphia |
Karaoke Thursdays
Presented by Zinc Bar and Lounge February 11, 2011-April 11, 2014 Come out to Zinc Bar and Lounge for Karaoke Night with DJ Aaron Henry and the best domestic beer specials in town!
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Zinc Bar and Lounge |
02/11/11 -
04/11/14 |
Zinc Bar and Lounge, Kulpsville |
Horse Drawn Tour
Presented by Philadelphia Trolley Works and 76 Carriage Company February 2, 2011 - Ongoing Our stately draft horses and certified drivers make these tours a family favorite by day and a perfect way to enhance a romantic evening. Be sure to look for the "76 Carriage Company" logo or ask for us by name.
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Philadelphia Trolley Works and 76 Carriage Company |
02/02/11 -
Ongoing |
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Big Bus Tour
Presented by Philadelphia Trolley Works and 76 Carriage Company February 2, 2011 - Ongoing Operated by Philadelphia Trolley Works, the Big Bus Tours are offered 7 days per week with frequent departures from the Northwest Corner of 5th & Market streets. Climb aboard the Big Bus and enjoy the history, cultural attractions, dining and shopping along the route. Hop on and off at any of our 21 stops or just sit back and enjoy the ride!
See the steps that Rocky climbed, Enjoy an authentic cheese steak or Philadelphia Soft pretzel, celebrate Ben Franklin's 300th birthday,...
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Philadelphia Trolley Works and 76 Carriage Company |
02/02/11 -
Ongoing |
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Trolley Tour
Presented by Philadelphia Trolley Works and 76 Carriage Company February 2, 2011 - Ongoing Step aboard one of our signature burgundy and green Victorian-style "open-air" trolleys. Enjoy the view as the past meets the present through the colorful narrative of our experienced tour guides. Our knowledgeable staff will enlighten and entertain you with humorous stories and fascinating facts about Philadelphia’s famous sights and attractions. Purchase your 24-hour or 48-hour Pass on-line, on board the trolley or from one of our many ticket agents including the...
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Philadelphia Trolley Works and 76 Carriage Company |
02/02/11 -
Ongoing |
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This Space For Rent
Presented by Media Arts Council May 14, 2011 - Ongoing This Space 4 Rent is an annual art exhibit and sale featuring the work of M.A.C. Registry Artists.
This year's event will open during the 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll May 14th ( featuring live music by pianist Anna Jarosz), and continue through May 20th at 300 W. State St. (the end of the trolley line).
Featured work will include original paintings, sculpture, handmade jewelry, photography, mixed media, textile work and more. This is a great opportunity to support local...
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Media Arts Council |
05/14/11 -
Ongoing |
End of the Trolley, Media |
Rittenhouse Comedy
Presented by Rittenhouse Comedy May 17, 2011-December 22, 2012 A free weekly stand-up comedy show brought to you by Noche's Lounge and Miller High Life. Hosted by Jack Martin, Paul Goodman and Brian Finnell.
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Rittenhouse Comedy |
05/17/11 -
12/22/12 |
Noche, Philadelphia |
Manayunk Couples Yoga Workshop
Presented by Synergy By Jasmine November 18, 2011-September 5, 2012 Connect in a revitalizing and uplifting way. Release stress and stiffness. Explore playfulness, nurturing and buoyancy. Learn how to guide, honor, encourage, support and receive support from each other. Enrich your spirit and enhance intimacy. Beginners and the inflexible are especially welcome.
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Synergy By Jasmine |
11/18/11 -
09/05/12 |
Hidden River, Philadelphia |
11th Annual Tour de Tinicum
Presented by Delaware Valeey Volunteer Fire Co July 24, 2011-June 24, 2012 11th Annual Tour de Tinicum--bicycle tour beautiful Tinicum Township, Bucks County Pennsylvania. All rides start and end at the Delaware Valley Volunteer Fire Company firehouse. Five fully supported bicycle rides of varying difficulty Towpath/Family Ride, Classic Tour, Hills of Tinicum Endurance Tour plus a Metric Century. The Tour de Tinicum features fully marked rides, mechanical and sag support, rest stops, and post ride firehouse picnic. For complete details, including directions,...
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Delaware Valeey Volunteer Fire Co |
07/24/11 -
06/24/12 |
Delaware Valley Volunteer Fire Co, Erwinna |
Heritage Center Open Hours
Presented by Heritage Center of the Union League January 31, 2012-January 29, 2013 Visit the Heritage Center of the Union League of Philadelphia! The exhibit "Love of Country Leads" recounts the story of the Union League's formation and its storied history in the city and nation. The "Philadelphia 1861-1865" exhibits recount our city's reaction to the tumultuous years of the Civil War. Also, check out "Philadlephia 1862: A City At War."
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Heritage Center of the Union League |
01/31/12 -
01/29/13 |
Heritage Center of the Union League, Philadelphia |
Sunday Karaoke Philadelphia
Presented by Constant Contact DJS July 17, 2011 - Ongoing Sunday Karaoke in Philadelphia. Every Sunday at The Locust Bar.
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Constant Contact DJS |
07/17/11 -
Ongoing |
Locust Bar, Philadelphia |
Woodford Mansion Guided Tours
Presented by Woodford Mansion & Naomi Wood Antiques Collection July 25, 2011 - Ongoing Located in Philadelphia’s historic and picturesque Fairmount Park, Woodford Mansion tells the story of Colonial Philadelphia, American Patriots, British Loyalists, immigrants, merchants and some of the city’s most influential citizens. The 18th-century Colonial mansion is one of the most elegant survivors of the group of early country estates which were built along the Schuylkill River. Woodford is recognized as a National Historic Landmark for its architectural and...
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Woodford Mansion & Naomi Wood Antiques Collection |
07/25/11 -
Ongoing |
Woodford Mansion, Philadelphia |
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours
Presented by Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours July 26, 2011-July 31, 2012 Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours offers the finest double decker bus and trolley tours in the city. Hop on board with professionally trained guides and experience the best the city has to offer. Your guide will provide you with an engaging tour through the bustling streets of Philadelphia, all the while giving you the freedom to hop on and hop off to see any one of the over 33 attractions described. "Enjoy your stay and let Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours guide the way."
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Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours |
07/26/11 -
07/31/12 |
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours , Philadelphia |
Toy Train Show and Sale
Presented by Atlantic Division - Train Collectors Association September 23, 2012 Over 100 vendor tables with old and new toy trains and parts for their repair. Operating train layouts. Tinplate train display. door prizes for kids and adults. Food available on premises.
This meet will include O gauge train races for the kids. Bring your own engine, or use one of ours.
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Atlantic Division - Train Collectors Association |
09/23/12 |
Plumber's Union Hall, Philadelphia |
The Walworth Farce
Presented by Inis Nua Theatre Company May 8-May 27, 2012 What can happen when we become stuck by the stories we tell about our lives? Following on the success of Inis Nua’s production of Bedbound in 2010, visit the world of Enda Walsh again in the rundown London bedsit of a seemingly exiled father and his two sons. Twisting and turning, this farce combines uproarious comedic moments with shocking realism to portray a family absorbed by their own personal mythology.
Originally commissioned by Druid Theatre Company, The...
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Inis Nua Theatre Company |
05/08/12 -
05/27/12 |
Off Broad Street Theatre, Philadelphia |
Absolute Beginner Adult Ballet
Presented by Philly Dance Fitness September 12, 2011-September 3, 2012 Ballet's not just for the kids and pros. It's time for you to step up to the barre! Join Philly Dance Fitness' expert ballet instructor, Beverly Holskin, for a new series of ballet workshops for adult beginners.
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Philly Dance Fitness |
09/12/11 -
09/03/12 |
Major Moment Studio, Philadelphia |
POle Dance Lessons!
Presented by Platinum Dance Studio September 12, 2011-September 14, 2012 Want to be fit and feel sexy? Bored with gyms? Learn to lift your own body weight! Platinum Dance Studio uses a combination of yoga and gymnastics. This style of dance aerobics is in a non-erotic women's only environment.
Bring shorts, heels and please do not wear lotion!
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Platinum Dance Studio |
09/12/11 -
09/14/12 |
Got POle?, Philadelphia |
Sunday DJ Lars Karaoke Locust Bar
Presented by Constant Contact DJs September 25, 2011 - Ongoing Weekly Karaoke Philadelphia with DJ Lars!
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Constant Contact DJs |
09/25/11 -
Ongoing |
Locust Bar, Philadelphia |
Adult Ballet Barre
Presented by Step II Dance Center September 29, 2011-June 7, 2012 Adult Ballet Barre will tone and strengthen your muscles, especially abs, derriere and legs! You will also become more flexible. This is a perfect class for those that miss ballet class, but prior training is not necessary.
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Step II Dance Center |
09/29/11 -
06/07/12 |
Step II Dance Center, Levittown |
Sahara Sam's Oasis Indoor Water Park
Presented by Sahara Sam's Oasis Indoor Water Park and SAMAZON Ropes Adventure October 29, 2011-December 31, 2012 Sahara Sam’s Oasis opened its doors in March 2009 as New Jersey’s first free-standing indoor water park with 58,000 square feet of indoor aquatic attractions. Sahara Sam’s attractions include the Mount Kilimanjaro family raft ride, Snake Eyes tube slides, Congo Bongo Adventure River, Tim-Buk-Tu water tree fort, Lizard Lagoon for toddlers, Sam’s Slamdunker, Crocodile Flats cargo obstacle course and Flowrider—the area’s only indoor surfing simulator! The...
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Sahara Sam's Oasis Indoor Water Park and SAMAZON Ropes Adventure |
10/29/11 -
12/31/12 |
Sahara Sam's Oasis Indoor Water Park, West Berlin |
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Bravo Brass 9th Annual Festival Concert
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Philadelphia Youth Orchestra |
06/02/12 |
Saint Mark's Church, Philadelphia |
Gentle Beginner Yoga in Havertown
Presented by Synergy By Jasmine November 22, 2011-September 5, 2012 Release tension, stiffness and pain. Enjoy a healthy and life-affirming practice. Return to your daily activities with more energy and enthusiasm. Find a peaceful and supportive community and instill in you a quiet inner calm.
If you’re feeling stiff with a limited range of movement, experience a series of gentle stretching and deep breathing exercises. This is an uplifting and restful yoga series that will improve your overall vitality and connect you to a deep sense of...
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Synergy By Jasmine |
11/22/11 -
09/05/12 |
Healing Touch, Havertown |
Mainline Prenatal Yoga
Presented by Synergy By Jasmine November 9, 2011-June 6, 2012 Gentle Prenatal Yoga Class in Broomall. Find a circle of other moms who are at all stages of pregnancy. Connect soulfully with your baby through breath, movement and intention. Improve your postpartum recovery. Helps to strengthen the body for child bearing and aids in relieving the common discomforts. Alleviate many of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, back pain and sciatica.
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Synergy By Jasmine |
11/09/11 -
06/06/12 |
Seidokai, Broomall |
Lancaster First Friday
Presented by LancasterARTS January 6-December 7, 2012 Everyone is invited to join LancasterARTS in celebrating the arts and the wonderfully diverse arts community in the City of Lancaster each First Friday of the month. Download a guide with map and get the latest info on exhibitions, performances and more at 60+ venues from www.lancasterarts.com.
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LancasterARTS |
01/06/12 -
12/07/12 |
202 N. Prince Street, Lancaster |
4th Annual Walk/5K Run for Peggy Spiegler (PSMRF)
Presented by PSMRF.org June 23, 2012 4th Annual walk/5K run (USTA certified) for Peggy Spiegler (PSMRF). Featuring raffles, kids' run, facepainting and music. Register by June 1st and receive a free event T-shirt. All proceeds to benefit melanoma research and education.
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PSMRF.org |
06/23/12 |
Cooper River Park, Pennsauken |
Cognitive Coaching Rehabilitation and Executive Functioning
Presented by The Center for Neuroogical and Neurodevelopmental Health September 11, 2012 Individuals who have sustained a brain injury or concussion can have long-term effects requiring specialized training strategies and alternative approaches to learning. Cognitive coaching has been successful for many students in addressing academic and life skill roadblocks. This workshop is designed for teachers, therapists and CST.
Presented by:
Drew Nagele, PsyD from CNNH and
Dale Starcher, Ph.D. from Garfield Park Academy
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The Center for Neuroogical and Neurodevelopmental Health |
09/11/12 |
Garfield Park Academy, Willingboro |
Parent-Child Yoga
Presented by Shakti Yoga Healing Arts December 18, 2011-June 17, 2012 This class is geared toward mixed age groups for one adult and a special little person in their life. The class will focus on practicing partner poses, cooperative games and relaxation. Family dynamics and communication styles will be explored in this yoga class. We will explore how relating to others allows us to relate more deeply to ourselves all in a fun environment.
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Shakti Yoga Healing Arts |
12/18/11 -
06/17/12 |
Shakti Yoga Healing Arts, Elkins Park |