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Mar 12 2009

Philly Tourism Office Staff Picks

The Ultimate Insiders Dish On Their Philly Favs

DONNA SCHORR, a young-at-heart Baby Boomer
Director of Communications

Yes, I take a train ride to the city every day, and at this age, I’m no expert on late night clubbing. But I’ve lived in or near Philly for decades (never mind how many), and I can tell you a lot about great things to see and do that don’t cost a fortune. Here are some of my sentimental favorites:

Rittenhouse Square
When I miss my dad, I visit his memorial bench in one of the most loved green spots in the city, Rittenhouse Square. Here is the heart and

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Feb 4 2008

Jazzin’ It Up In Philly

Jam Sessions, Special Concerts And Events Make Philly A Year-Round Hot Spot For Cool Jazz

Music loversand gardening fans will find lots to groove to when "Jazz it Up," this year’s edition of the Philadelphia Flower Show, rolls into the Pennsylvania Convention Center from March 2-9, 2008. And after strolling through floral displays that re-create familiar New Orleans scenes and enjoying live jazz performances taking place throughout the show, visitors who catch jazz fever can find sizzling riffs at various venues throughout Philadelphia.

Like the Big Easy, Philadelphia’s jazz roots run deep. Home to a Who’s Who of the genre—John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, Sun Ra—the city continues that tradition with old-time jazz clubs, sleek modern

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