Category: neighborhoods
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Libertee Grounds
Libertee Grounds, near Temple University campus in North Philly, is a fun spot to watch sports, enjoy a drink and relax with friends. We came for the indoor mini golf on a rainy weekend afternoon when the Eagles were playing. There was no wait to start a 9-hole round of mini golf. The holes are…
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Corinthian Gardens
Corinthian Gardens is a vibrant Fairmount community garden in Philadelphia next to Eastern State Penitentiary. It is free and open to the public from March-October. The garden spans a third of a block and is maintained by a crew of friendly volunteers. The view of the Philly skyline here alone is worth the trip. The…
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Science History Institute
The Science History Institute is a new free museum near Independence Hall in Philadelphia. It is a hidden gem for anyone who’s curious about the history of science. There are cases full of history-changing, antique equipment plus the stories behind their creators. Their exhibits make an effort to be inclusive, celebrating unsung research pioneers who…
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The Navy Yard
The Navy Yard is my favorite getaway destination in Philadelphia when I’m feeling cooped up, like we all are now. There’s a sense of solitude and expanse as you stroll along the Delaware River waterfront. If you’re lucky, there’ll be cormorants hanging out on the piers. Amazing that it was a historic active military base…
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Miracle on 13th Street
Our shiba Apollo joined us on a family walk around South Philly to enjoy the spectacle that is the Miracle on South 13th Street. It’s a free holiday lights extravaganza on the 1600 block of 13th St. between Morris and Taskers Streets by Passyunk. It’s a tribute to Philly that all the 50+ homes on…
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Cherry Street Pier
On a blustery October weekend, we trekked from the 2 street station to explore Cherry Street Pier. This latest Delaware River waterfront renovation is next to Race Street Pier and Fringe Arts. The Pier offers close-up, wraparound views of Ben Franklin Bridge. The $5 million transformation of the 55,000 sq. foot Pier has much to offer. There…