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8 Refreshing Swimming Holes Worth Exploring Near Philadelphia

When temps soar, it’s so satisfying — and much-needed — to take a dip in refreshingly cool water. While Philly has its fair share of […]

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Everything You Need to Know for Three Days in Cincinnati

Because of its location right on the Ohio-Kentucky border, the Queen City provides visitors with a wealth of options both in town and just a […]

City Life

Philly’s Great and Not-So-Great Fourth of July Concerts

This year, LL Cool J and Jazmine Sullivan co-headline Philadelphia’s Fourth of July concert. Here, we take a look at some of the ups and […]

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133 Things to Do in Philly This Week and Weekend

FESTIVALS, FOOD, OTHER FUN STUFF BLOCK PARTIES/FIREWORKS/CONCERTS Wawa Welcome America Free museum days, block parties, concerts, and more fill Philly’s 16-day-long Independence Day extravaganza. Here’s […]

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5 Wedding Planning Tips for LGBTQIA+ Couples From Philly Pros

These Philly-area wedding vendors share five tips for LGBTQIA+ couples planning their Big Days. 1. Ask All the Difficult Questions There’s not much that Bailey […]

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Inside Dear Daphni, Rittenhouse’s Gorgeously Designed New Mediterranean Spot

In Greek mythology, Daphne is a nymph who transforms into a laurel tree to escape the unwanted attention of the god Apollo. The fabled figure […]

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14 Great Spraygrounds to Cool Off Your Philly Kids

“The temperature’s about 88, Hop in the water plug just for old time’s sake.” -“Summertime,” DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince As Jazz and […]

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How to Safely Work Out and Eat Well During a Heatwave, According to Philly Wellness Pros

Philly summers are hot — in both senses of the word. There’s always something fun to do, but temps can be rough. (This week, Philly […]

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The Best Philly-Area Pools With Day Passes

Looking to cool off this summer, but don’t have your own pool or a country club membership? No sweat! Below, a list of pools at […]

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Your Guide to the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Franklin Square is once again lit up with giant, colorful sculptures of steel and silk. From the fan-favorite 200-foot-long dragon to a giant octopus tunnel, […]

Life & Style

Fairmount Avenue Is Buzzing Right Now. Here’s Where to Shop, Eat, and Play

Lately, Fairmount’s once-sleepy main drag has gotten a welcome boost as a handful of businesses have opened, shaking — and shaping — the place up. […]

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What to Expect at the Oval Pop-Up on the Parkway This Summer

Back in 2013, Philly’s Parks & Rec department started painting the drab parking lot on Eakins Oval with vibrant colors and filling it with family-friendly […]

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Your Guide to Wawa Welcome America, Philadelphia’s Official July 4th Celebration

Philadelphia basically invented independence, so of course we’re going to do the Fourth of July up right. Philly’s annual Independence Day bonanza kicks off on Juneteenth […]

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Philly Wastes 206 Million Pounds of Food Annually. Here’s How to Help

Philadelphia has a major food problem, and it’s not a shortage. At least 206 million pounds of food end up in the trash every year […]

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Public Pools Where You Can Swim for Free in Philadelphia

This year, Philadelphians have the chance to enjoy some relief from the sweltering summer heat at free public pools in Philadelphia. Despite a lifeguard shortage, […]