November 08, 2013

Sassafras Brings Lunch Service to Old City District

November 08, 2013/ Kory Aversa

Your pals at S assafras (48 S. 2nd Street, Philadelphia) in Old City District will open their doors for lunch service starting on Monday, November 11, 2013. Pull up a stool at Philadelphia’s “Grande Dame” of neighborhood bars for an eclectic menu that has something for every palate. Inexpensive dishes will include award-winning burgers, traditional fish and chips, smothered steak sandwich, perogies, salads, soups and more. Popular local bartender Danny McCloskey has been brought on board to serve up great conversation and a world-class assortment of bottled beer, draft beers and wines, and a splendid selection of Single Malt Scotches, Whiskies and Bourbon. Rumor has it that lunch regulars may be privy to “secret” handcrafted cocktails only available during lunch service. As always, beloved mascot John Deer will preside in seasonal garb. Lunch will be offered Monday through Friday, 11:30am to 5:00pm. Menu offerings average $7.95 to $9.95.

November 01, 2013

Weekend Top Events: Free Pizza, First Friday, Fantasy Hair and Flying Trapeze

November 01, 2013/ Kory Aversa

We're happy to say goodbye to all things spooky and haunted and welcome new fall events and menus during November. Enjoy these top weekend picks from our clients City of Hope, Fly School Circus Arts, Nick's Roast Beef in Old City, Sassafras, Serrano and SliCE. Don't miss FREE pizza, live music, fantasy hair, flying trapeze, salted caramel creme brulee and peanut butter beer.

October 16, 2013

Volunteers Wanted for Fall Activities on East Passyunk Avenue

October 16, 2013/ Kory Aversa

Help us haunt East Passyunk Avenue during Witch CRAFT Beer Crawl on Wednesday, October 23rd, and Fall Fest + Spooky Saturday on Saturday, October 26, 2013. Individuals, families and group volunteers are invited to help us give out candy and treats along our trick or treating routes. To sign-up, please visit our contact page and fill out information with your time slots, or email kory@aversapr.com. Times and opportunities are available when you click link below.

October 08, 2013

East Passyunk Doubles Fall Fun with Second Saturday and South Philly Fest

October 08, 2013/ Kory Aversa

Fall is a perfect time to shop, rock and stroll your way down East Passyunk Avenue. This weekend, double your fun with Second Saturday on Saturday, October 12, 2013 and South Philly Fest on Sunday, October 13, 2013. Second Saturday will feature a home tour, rack sales, sidewalk specials, art openings, kids’ costume swap, live music and complimentary fall treats. Hours vary by location. South Philly Fest by Lucky 13 Pub will take place from 12:00pm to 6:00pm outside of1820 S. 13th Street) featuring six bands, Sweet Jane Vintage, Kung Fu Hoagies, Little Baby’s Ice Cream and other vendors. Second Saturday and South Philly Fest are both free events with no admission charge. For full listing of activities, sales, tours and bands, click below.

October 07, 2013

East Passyunk Scares Up Halloween Fun During Fall Fest and Spooky Saturday

October 07, 2013/ Kory Aversa

East Passyunk Avenue presents spooktacular fun with Fall Fest and Spooky Saturday on Saturday, October 26, 2013, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This annual Halloween celebration will feature free activities for children, adults and even fido too! Spooky Saturday activities include cider and donuts, pumpkin painting, costume contests for children and dogs, pet treats, art lessons and a kids’ dance party. Trick or treating will expand this year to include the blocks between the Singing Fountain and the Mifflin Triangle. Free treat bags will be available at the Singing Fountain for the first 500 children courtesy of Aversa PR & Events. Fall Fest activities will include a craft show curated by Nice Things..Handmade, three live bands, pumpkins and fall foliage at Urban Jungle, a raffle from Philadelphia Scooters, and adoptables from Operation Ava, PAWS and Pig Placement Network. Food and drink will be provided by Ms. Goody Cupcake, The Tot Cart, Stateside, El Zarape, Mamma Maria Ristorante, Stogie Joe’s, Noord, Fond and Belle Cakery. For more information, visit www.visiteastpassyunk.com, like EPABID on Facebook and follow @epassyunkave on Twitter.

October 03, 2013

SliCE Debuts New Seasonal Pies During Freebie Friday

October 03, 2013/ Kory Aversa

SliCE celebrates the finest flavors and ingredients of the season with the introduction of new monthly and seasonal dishes. Starting in October, SliCE will complement its robust menu of Trenton-style pies, gluten-free pizzas and fresh salads with new offerings like The Granny Pizza and Chicken Caesar Pizza. During the entire fall season, SliCE will offer a new Green Goddess Gluten-Free Pizza, Sausage and Peppers Pizza and Fall Beet Salad. New monthly specials will debut on the first Friday of the month during “Freebie Fridays” where new and returning SliCE fans can be the first to taste-test each creation. Free samples will be offered in-store from Noon through 7:00 PM every first Friday. SliCE has three locations that include Rittenhouse (1740 Sansom Street, 215-557-9299), South Philadelphia and Italian Market (1180 S. 10th Street, 215-463-0868) and Washington Township (137 Egg Harbor Road, 856-302-5099).

October 02, 2013

Witch CRAFT Beer Crawl Flies into 14 Bars and Restaurants on East Passyunk

October 02, 2013/ Kory Aversa

Grab your broomstick and fly around East Passyunk Avenue during the fourth annual Witch CRAFT Beer Crawl on Wednesday, October 23, 2013, from 5:30pm to 9:30pm. Enjoy seasonal craft beers bubbling up in cauldrons at a record-setting 14 bars and restaurants. Tickets are $6.66 and include $3.00 craft beers, a witch hat and a Witch CRAFT stamp card with a chance to win $350+ in prizes. Scare up your finest witch’s garb for a chance to win title of “Witch of East Passyunk” and “Most Original Costume.” Tickets are on sale now at www.bit.ly/passyunkwitch. Proceeds benefit EPABID's cleaning and greening programs.

September 26, 2013

East Passyunk's LGBT Monthly Party QOTA Pops Up at Singing Fountain

September 26, 2013/ Kory Aversa

East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID) brings the popular monthly LGBT QOTA party to the Singing Fountain on Sunday, September 29, 2013, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. For September, the party moves outdoors for its first-ever pop-up event in Philadelphia’s new gayborhood. Chefs from restaurants around the Fountain will serve complimentary or discounted food and drink. Participating fooderies include locally and nationally recognized names such as Noord, Fond, Stateside, Belle Cakery, Izumi, Da Vinci Ristorante and Chiarella’s Ristorante. Metro Men’s will showcase their brand new store at East Passyunk and Tasker with complimentary beverages. Metro Men’s and Nicole Rae Styer will host a fashion show around the Singing Fountain at 4:00 PM. Streets immediately surrounding the Fountain will be closed for the outdoor party, including Passyunk at 11th and Tasker. The party is free and open to the community, ages 21 and older. All specials are first come, first served. Ten percent of proceeds from Fond and Stateside will be donated to ActionAIDS. In case of inclement weather, the party moves indoors to individual restaurants, bars and retail shops.

September 25, 2013

Fly School Circus Arts Opens Philadelphia's First Flying Trapeze School

September 25, 2013/ Kory Aversa

Fly School Circus Arts announces the opening of Philadelphia's first permanent outdoor flying trapeze school at 5th and Cecil B Moore, on the edge of Old and New Kensington. Two hour lessons for adults and children (ages six and up) will be available on weekdays and weekends, up to three times per day, now through early November. Fly School celebrates its first fall season in the city with "Fall Flying Fest" promotions, events and theme weekends. The high flying fun starts on grand opening weekend, October 4-6, 2013, with $5 off lessons, complimentary refreshments and an open house "beef and beer" on Saturday, October 5, from 3-5pm. Food will be provided by Nick's Roast Beef in Old City District.

September 13, 2013

Media Blitz: Street Fare Rolls Into Mt. Airy on Thursday September 19th

September 13, 2013/ Kory Aversa

Street Fare: Sip, Savor, Stroll in Mt. Airy is less then a week away. Aversa PR is proud to help launch this fresh new brand for the former Mt. Airy Night Market event. Join us on Thursday, September 19, 2013 for unique eats and drinks from 45 food trucks and restaurants along Germantown Avenue. Check out the start of our final media blitz below. We're so proud to help yet another great Philadelphia neighborhood!

Full Page Story and Special Section - Philadelphia City Paper:

Mt. Airy Street Fare, Sip Savor Stroll, Story by Kory Aversa, Aversa PR

Special Message - PECO Crown Lights

Platform Posts - Select SEPTA Stations

Mt. Airy, Street Fare, Sip Savor Stroll, SEPTA Posters

Highlights of Trending Coverage:

Street Fare: Full Page story and special section
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Go Mt. Airy on WHYY | September 2013