Archive for: August, 2010

“Pennhurst Asylum” To Open Halloween Attraction Next Month

“Pennhurst Asylum” To Open Halloween Attraction Next Month

CHESTER COUNTY, PA — A Halloween attraction set to open next month on the grounds of the former Pennhurst State School and Hospital.  There has been a lot of controversy around this, due to the nature of it’s past. The institution...

 

Northeast Philadelphia Man Threatens U.S. Rep’s Office Over Lost Dentures

Northeast Philadelphia Man Threatens U.S. Rep’s Office Over Lost Dentures

Philly.com reports that A 44-year-old Northeast Philadelphia man who claimed to be an ex-Marine was arrested and charged by the feds yesterday with threatening to kill staff members of U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz’s office. In a phone...

 

Philadelphia Ranked #2 For Most Infested Cities

Philadelphia Ranked #2 For Most Infested Cities

Using its own data, the extermination company Terminix has ranked the top bedbug-infested cities in the U.S. and, not surprisingly, New York City, which recently saw infestations at upscale lingerie shop Victoria’s Secret and the Empire...

 

I Get a “Kick” Out of You.

I Get a “Kick” Out of You.

Inception (2010) Dir. – Christopher Nolan By: Jillian Shana Weiner Inception, the new thriller by Christopher Nolan is amongst that rare group of films that isn’t nearly as clever as it thinks it is; or rather it is too clever by half. The...

 

Young Friends of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Presents “Desert Jewels” Rodin Garden Party Sept. 10th

Young Friends of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Presents “Desert Jewels” Rodin Garden Party Sept. 10th

Written By, Erica Brooke Fajge PHILADELPHIA, PA [OnlyInPhiladelphia.com] – It’s the time of year for one of Philadelphia’s most exciting annual fall fund raising events: the 19th annual Rodin Garden Party – specifically titled “Desert...

 

Cupcake Truck Confiscated in University City

Cupcake Truck Confiscated in University City

The “Buttercream Cupcake Lady” has been selling cupcakes all over the City of Philadelphia for about a year now.  Buttercream is operated out of a catering kitchen in Northern Liberties, but owner Kate Carrara took it to a whole new level,...

 

For Phillies, Sixteen Is Not So Sweet.

For Phillies, Sixteen Is Not So Sweet.

Ryan Howard [Written by, David J. Miller] The Phillies trailed the Houston Astros by one run heading into the bottom of the 9th last night. Down to their final out, Jimmy Rollins hit a solo home-run to tie the game at two. The Phillies has won...

 

Get Your FREE Philly Cheesesteak at LOVE Park Tomorrow!

Get Your FREE Philly Cheesesteak at LOVE Park Tomorrow!

If you’re going to be anywhere near 15th Street and JFK Blvd. tomorrow, be sure to get your share of the Philly classic for free, courtesy of the Philly Homegrown Campaign! Philly Homegrown is an initiative of the Greater Philadelphia...

 

Citizens Bank Park Recognized as #1 Ballpark in the U.S.

Citizens Bank Park Recognized as #1 Ballpark in the U.S.

Written By, Erica Brooke Fajge PHILADELPHIA, PA [OnlyInPhiladelphia.com] – Another win for Philadelphia: Citizens Bank Park, home of the Phillies, has been ranked the #1 major league ballpark in the country, according to the Philadelphia...

 

Crocodile Bar in Old City Grand Opening Sept. 10th and Sneak Preview Party Aug. 28th!

Crocodile Bar in Old City Grand Opening Sept. 10th and Sneak Preview Party Aug. 28th!

Written By, Erica Brooke Fajge PHILADELPHIA, PA [OnlyInPhiladelphia.com] – If you’re ever in the mood to tame those animal instincts, look no further than the brand new Crocodile Bar in Old City. There will be a grand opening preview event...

 
 
 
 

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