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With Love, Philadelphia XOXO™ Commercial
Part of GPTMC's new With Love, Philadelphia XOXO™ campaign, this commercial sports a light-hearted tone and is animated by video and hand-drawn graphics. Look closely—Mayor Michael Nutter makes an appearance. This version is airing in out-of-market DMAs....
The Roots Picnic 2009
Black Thought and Questlove of The Roots, Philly’s famed hip-hop group turned "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" house band, talk about the second annual Roots Picnic, taking place on June 6 at Penn's Landing. The picnic kicks off Black Music Month in Philly and includes all-star performances by Philadelphia’s own...
Historic Philadelphia
Sheinelle Jones and John Anderson of FOX "Good Day Philadelphia" take viewers through Historic Philadelphia, the area between Front and 7th Streets and Race and Spruce Streets. Historic Philadelphia is made up of many different neighborhoods, all jam-packed with restaurants, galleries, shops and attractions, including Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell...
Phlash Downtown Loop
The Phlash is a quick and easy connection between the city's historic attractions and cultural institutions. The bright purple trolley is one of the best ways to get around to more than 20 key locations in Center City and is just $2 each time you board....
Sunoco Welcome America! Fourth of July in Philadelphia
The nation's birthplace is still the best place to celebrate America's birthday. Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia's multi-day marathon of Independence Day events, is packed with films, food, dancing, a parade, patriotic ceremonies, free concerts and fireworks. Philadelphia is the only place to celebrate the Fourth of July....
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Philadelphia And The Countryside® Calendar Of Events
Festivals, Exhibitions And Events In The Greater Philadelphia Region November 2009 Through October 2010
The Calendar of Events is organized as follows:
November 2009
December 2009
January 2010
February 2010
March 2010
April 2010
May 2010
June 2010
July 2010
August 2010
September 2010
October 2010
Ongoing Activities
Through November 1, 2009
HAUNTED POE. This theatrical work unites literature, history and theater
It's That Time Of Year Again: 2010 Annual Events In Philadelphia
So Much To Do For Any Kind Of Trip
Art lovers, garden enthusiasts, film connoisseurs and sports fans keep coming back year after year for festivals, sporting events, art shows, parades and cultural events in Philadelphia. Here’s what’s going on in the region in 2010*:
January:
- Thousands of decorative strutters kick off the New Year by marching up
CBS 3/The CW Philly, Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corp. Pouring On The SPF This Summer
Stations, GPTMC team up for Summer Philly Fun
This is a CBS 3/The CW Philly press release.
Staying close to home this summer? There will be no shortage of ideas for fun things to do thanks to a new partnership between sister stations CBS 3/The CW Philly 57 and the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation. The stations and
Four Days Of Summer Fun In Philly For The Whole Family
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com.
LOCATION: Historic Philadelphia, Centennial District, Bucks County, Kennett Square and Camden, New Jersey
TRANSPORTATION: Foot, taxi, bus or car
DURATION: Four days and four nights
This summer, forgo the same old family vacation in favor of a fun and—dare we say—educational trip
...Sheryl Crow Headlines July 4 Concert In Philadelphia
Mayor Nutter Launches Sunoco Welcome America! Festival With Concert Headliner Announcements, Parade Routes Updates
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This is a Sunoco Welcome America! press release.
Spirited summer family fun in Philadelphia keeps marching on with the annual Sunoco Welcome America! festival. Visitors to the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection will be treated to two
...Fun And Games: Turn A Summer Trip To Philly Into A Playful Adventure
Feel Like A Kid (Or Bring One Along) On Scavenger Hunts, Clue-Finding Expeditions And Role-Playing Activities
Thanks in part to the popularity of TV shows like The Amazing Race and movies like National Treasure (filmed partially in Philadelphia) that send people around the world on the search for clues, prizes and hidden treasures, Philadelphia attractions are mapping out creative ways to help visitors get to know
...Philadelphia And The Countryside® Calendar Of Outdoor Events
Outdoor Happenings 2009
MAY 2009
May 3, 2009
BLUE CROSS 30TH ANNUAL BROAD STREET RUN. The largest and one of the fastest 10-milers in the nation goes from North Philadelphia down the length of Broad Street to The Navy Yard to raise money for the American Cancer Society. (215) 683-3594, broadstreetrun.com
May 8-9,
...Philadelphia Quest For Freedom Features New Exhibitions, Tours And Learning Weekends Throughout The City
Programs Highlight African-American History And The City’s Free Black Community
This summer’s Philadelphia Quest for Freedom will feature new programs, tours and exhibitions—including the brand-new permanent exhibition at The African American Museum in Philadelphia, Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia, 1776-1876—to give visitors a more exciting and in-depth view of African-American history in Philadelphia and in the United States’
...A Dozen African-American Exhibtions, Events And Restaurants Not To Miss In 2009
Mark The Calendar For A Spring And Summer To Remember
Travelers heading to Philadelphia this spring or summer will have a chance to immerse themselves in the region’s rich African-American history and culture thanks to an assortment of special events and exhibitions taking place in the city and beyond. During the course of both seasons, they can check out The
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$1.5 Million African-American Histroy Exhibition Kicks Off Summer In Historic Philadelphia
New July Fourth Parade, Lincoln Celebration And Behind-The-Scenes Boat Tours Headline A Summer Of Discovery
This summer, Historic Philadelphia is home to brand-new attractions, activities and events, including the provocative new exhibition at The African American Museum in Philadelphia, Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia, 1776-1876. After undergoing an extensive renovation, the city’s premier African-American museum will unveil its stunning permanent display on Juneteenth
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