Mt. Airy Announces List of 45 Food Trucks and Restaurants for Street Fare

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Mt. Airy Announces List of 45 Food Trucks and Restaurants for Street Fare

Street Fare: Sip, Savor, Stroll (formerly Mt. Airy Night Market) will dish up tasty bites and unique beverages from 45 food trucks, carts and local restaurants on Thursday, September 19, 2013, from 6:00pm to 10:30pm. (Rain date is Thursday, September 26, 2013.)  Additionally, Mt. Airy USA announces a special outdoor simulcast of the Eagles vs. Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid’s homecoming game at which Donovan McNabb’s number will be retired. Other festivities to be stationed along Germantown Avenue, between Sedgwick and W. Mt. Airy Avenue, will include two stages of live entertainment, an artisan craft fair, a fashion truck and a new family activity zone. This annual street food festival, organized by Mt. Airy USA, attracted over 11,000 people last year.  For more information visit gomtairy.com, call 215-844-6021, follow @gomtairy on Twitter and like “Go Mt. Airy” on Facebook. For a full list of restaurants, food trucks and menu, visit link below. 

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Brat Productions Brings Eternal Glamnation to Underground Arts During FringeArts Festival

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Brat Productions Brings Eternal Glamnation to Underground Arts During FringeArts Festival

Brat Productions brings back last year’s hit “Eternal Glamnation” for a two show run on Sundays, September 8 and 15, 2013, at 8:30 PM, at Underground Arts (12th and Callowhill). Conceived by and featuring newly minted Artistic Director Jess Conda, this glam rock fantasia is a story about finding your true self underneath the glittery shadows. Enjoy a wild ride during a high-octane, rock-and-roll, nostalgic tribute to spandex, camp and alien life forms. With all the flamboyance and outrageousness of its era, Glamnation covers all the greats from Bowie, Queen, T. Rex, Lou Reed, Nick Cave and more. After Glamnation, stick around for a drink at the FringeArts Festival Bar and take in a show during the Late Night Cabaret. Tickets are $10 by visiting bit.ly/eternalglamnation, or $15 at the door.

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Theatre Appy Hour - Launch Party Off Broad Street Mobile App

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Theatre Appy Hour - Launch Party Off Broad Street Mobile App

The Off Broad Street Consortium invites you to an "Appy Hour" to celebrate the launch of The Off Broad Street Mobile App on Friday, September 6, 2013, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Corner Foodery (1710 Samson Street). Enjoy complimentary appetizers, drinks, door prizes and giveaways. Enter to win tickets to seven shows from each of the Off Broad Street theatre companies. Admission is free so bring a friend. Ages 21 and older. For more information, visit www.offbroadstreet.org.

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100+ Salons Help Cut Out Cancer, HIV/AIDS and Diabetes During City of Hope HopeCuts

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100+ Salons Help Cut Out Cancer, HIV/AIDS and Diabetes During City of Hope HopeCuts

Over 100 top salons and spas in Philadelphia and the Mid-Atlantic region will donate their time, services and 100% of their daily proceeds for the 18th annual “HopeCuts” event to benefit City of Hope.  On Sunday, September 15, 2013 (or an alternative date selected by salons), staff come in on their day off and volunteer their time to help cut out cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses. For a full listing of participating salons, please visit www.hopecuts.org. For more information about City of Hope, please call 1-800-344-8169, emailhgiordano@coh.org or visit www.cityofhope.org. 

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Made in America Ticket Contest: Now On Philly Loves Fun

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Budweiser Made in America Festival is about to have Philadelphia dancing in the streets on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1, 2013.  You can be part of the Labor Day action by entering to win a pair of tickets via our blog Philly Loves Fun. Celebrate a great summer and kick off an even better fall by entering today. Special thanks to the United Way of Greater Pennsylvania for the complimentary tickets.  Don’t delay, the contest ends Friday morning! Details and entry info on Philly Loves Fun. 

Beneficiary message: United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.  Your local partner to drive measurable, lasting IMPACT that none of us can achieve alone.  LIVE UNITED. Visit UnitedforImpact.org.

Shared story from Philly Loves Fun. Disclaimer: No compensation was received in exchange for this blog post.  Tickets were donated by the United Way of Greater Philadelphia. Event is not sponsored by Philly Loves Fun or any affiliates or partners.  All events above are for 21 years and older. Philly Loves Fun is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets, line-up changes, weather occurrences, etc. If you have any questions, it is your responsibility to email or tweet your question BEFORE you enter. 

 

Mt. Airy Hosts Street Fare with 40+ Food Trucks and Restaurants

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Mt. Airy Hosts Street Fare with 40+ Food Trucks and Restaurants

Street Fare: Sip, Savor, Stroll – the fresh new brand for Mt. Airy Night Market – brings tasty bites and beverages to Mt. Airy on Thursday, September 19, 2013, from 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM.  (Rain date is Thursday, September 26, 2013.)  Sip and savor gourmet eats and drinks from 40+ of the region’s best gourmet food trucks and local restaurants stationed along Germantown Avenue, between Sedgwick and W. Mt. Airy Avenue. Stroll the Avenue for family fun, live music and handmade crafts. This annual street food festival, organized by Mt. Airy USA, attracted over 11,000 people in past years.  

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Ms Goody Cupcake Celebrates Anniversary with Boozy Cupcakes, Happy Hour and Summer Treats

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Ms Goody Cupcake Celebrates Anniversary with Boozy Cupcakes, Happy Hour and Summer Treats

Ms. Goody Cupcake, 1838 East Passyunk Avenue, raises a cupcake to two great years on East Passyunk Avenue. In celebration of the bakery's anniversary this week, baker/owner Gigi Andrew announces daily summer specials and the return of Cupcake Happy Hour. Featured items include Cake Shakes, Cheesecake Lollipops and housemade dog treats. 

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Winner Announced in Diner en Blanc Philadelphia Contest

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Get ready to wave those napkins! 

Get ready to wave those napkins! 

Congratulations to the big winner of our very first contest on Aversa PR! Caitlin Gardner has won registration for two to the sold-out "Best of Philly" Diner en Blanc Philadelphia.

Stay tuned to our website, Twitter and Facebook for more surprises, photos and updates about the "party of the year."  Thank you to everyone that entered - and to our client Diner en Blanc Philadelphia. 

If you didn't get a chance to enter, please make sure to add yourself to our new party and invite list on the contact page. This fall we will host food festivals, tastings, seasonal parties, bar/restaurant openings and so much more. Don't miss the fun!

 

Win a Chance to Attend Diner en Blanc Philadelphia!

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Philadelphia's best kept secret is now its biggest sold out success! After months of viral buzz, Diner en Blanc Philadelphia sold out in 24 minutes to 2,500 people.  Aversa PR celebrates this great success by offering you one last chance to get into the party of the year.. .

On Thursday, August 22, 2013, 2,500 culinary and culture enthusiasts dressed in white will converge upon a secret locale for an unforgettable evening of elegance, beauty and magic. This très chic picnic, imported from Paris, is part mystery tour, part pop-up feast and part je ne sais quoi.   

Aversa PR, the official public relations firm for Diner en Blanc Philadelphia, presents a final chance to experience the pop-up picnic in white.   Enter our free contest for a chance to win registration for two people. The winner will have their registration fee waived. All contestants agree by entering that they will abide by the rules and guidelines of Diner en Blanc Philadelphia. All guests must wear white to the event, and bring their own table, chairs, china and food (or order food during registration).  

One winner will be selected and announced at 10:00 AM on Monday, July 29, 2013.  The winner has 24 hours to confirm by email, or an alternate winner will be selected. Once the winner has confirmed, they will be sent the free code for a registration. It is the responsibility of the winner to register themselves using the code.

Entering is simple. Please visit our contact page and fill out your contact information.  Good luck and merci beaucoup! 

 

Breaking News: Diner en Blanc Philadelphia Sells Out in Twenty-Four Minutes!

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Breaking News: Diner en Blanc Philadelphia Sells Out in Twenty-Four Minutes!

It is official! Diner en Blanc Philadelphia sold out all available registrations in record time today. Organizers sold out all 2,500 slots in twenty-four minutes. This is a record, as phase three registration in 2012 took ten days. Not only did the event sell out, but the 2,500 slots include 200 extra slots that were not previously announced. 

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