7 Winter Activities to Kick Cabin Fever with the Kids

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With six extra weeks of winter to go (thanks a lot, Punxsutawney Phil) and the weather’s crazy ups and downs, it can get hard to plan activities with the kids. On colder days, you may be feeling your family’s cabin fever kicking in. Here are seven fun-filled events and activities to help you and your […]

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This Week in Philly

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Monday, February 20 Celebrate President’s Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center! Visitors can expect free programs including family-friendly activities, tours, and arts and crafts. Get your stretching on alongside furry felines at the Cats and Mats Yoga event.  Bring a mat, and head to Le Cat Cafe to start Monday off right-with exercise. Tuesday,

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Celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Day

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“How do we change the world? One random act of kindness at at time.”- Morgan Freeman February 17 marks National Random Acts of Kindness Day— a day that has become extremely popular for individuals, groups and organizations nationwide to encourage kindness amongst each other. Would you like to make someone’s day for absolutely no reason?

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Must-Read Books by Female Authors: The Love Edition

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This Valentine’s Day, it doesn’t matter if your status is single, taken, complicated, or somewhere in between. If you love to read then you know a good book makes for perfect company! In honor of the month of love, here are five must-read books highlighting the ways of the heart.   Love and poetry… Tell

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This Week in Philly

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Monday, February 13 DVLF’s* Our Night Out takes over the Dilworth Plaza Rothman Rink for an evening of winter festivities. Network and socialize from 6 – 9 p.m while supporting this amazing LGBTQ-serving nonprofit organization. Celebrate Galentine’s Day with The Factory Girls and your best gal pals. Gun$ Garcia and Yolo Ono will be DJing,

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Upcoming Shows at Helium Comedy Club

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Philadelphia’s contemporary entertainment venue, Helium Comedy Club, brings nationally-accredited acts to an intimate theater on 20th and Sansom Street. With performances no more than 60 feet away from guests, shows are comprised of multiple acts, typically with an opener, feature and headliner. Guests can also enjoy a wide selection of food and beverages, from appetizers

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A Very Philly Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

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Valentine’s Day is approaching quickly, which means it’s time to find the perfect gift for your boo. Whether you’ve been dating for several years or you just met on Tinder last month, the right gift can express the perfect sentiment. We’ve made the ultimate gift guide for lovers in the City of Brotherly Love and

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This Week in Philly

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Monday, February 6 Experience happy hour at La Peg’s outdoor ice bar, ‘Pegsicle.’ Handcarved out of 16 blocks of ice, the limited edition Old City bar will feature spiked hot chocolate, mulled wine, and more specialty cocktails until February 14. Nashville is coming to Philly for a Songwriter Showcase at Bourbon and Branch. The (free!)

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First Friday Interview: Amber Lynn of Amberella

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  February is the month of love, so we took the opportunity to sit down and get to know the lady behind the beautiful street art hearts that have taken over Philadelphia. The mixed media and street artist’s name is Amber Lynn, perhaps better known as Amberella (a nickname that started 15 years ago and has

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Where to Watch the Super Bowl in Philly

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This Sunday, sport fans (or Lady Gaga fans) will gather in front of televisions across America for the ultimate Super Bowl experience. With endless supplies of beer and chips nearby, 14.4 million viewers will cheer on the New England Patriots or the Atlanta Falcons (or Lady Gaga). Since watching the Super Bowl has become a

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