Taproom on 19th Celebrates Two Year Anniversary with South Philly Block Party and Pop-up with Pigheaded BBQ

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Taproom on 19th Celebrates Two Year Anniversary with South Philly Block Party and Pop-up with Pigheaded BBQ

Taproom on 19th (2400 S. 19th, Philadelphia) celebrates its second anniversary with a full day celebration of brews, barbecue and live music. This Saturday, November 7, 2015, from 1:00pm to 11:00pm, owners Michael Strauss and Pete Fry will host the “Two Year Anniversary Block Party” featuring a chef pop-up with Pigheaded BBQ, performance by the Gin Canaries, tap-takeover with Bella Vista Beer Distributor, and a special cocktail designed by Lê HopSing from Hop Sing Laundromat. A large heated tent will take up the 1900 block of Ritner, making the event rain or shine. Admission is free. All food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Guests must be 21 or older to drink. For more information, visit www.taproomon19th.com, call267-687-7817 or follow @TaproomOn19th

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Christmas Village in Philadelphia Returns to LOVE Park Early in 2015 with More Decorations, Expanded Seating, New Food, Other Holiday Surprises

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Christmas Village in Philadelphia Returns to LOVE Park Early in 2015 with More Decorations, Expanded Seating, New Food, Other Holiday Surprises

The Christmas Village in Philadelphia presented by NRG Home will again transform Philadelphia’s LOVE Park (15th and JFK Boulevard) into a traditional, open-air German Christmas Market, open daily between Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, 2015 and Sunday, December 27, 2015. For the first time ever, the market will open early for a special preview on Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22, 2015. Shop for high-quality, international and local gifts and decorations. Enjoy holiday sights and sounds with thousands of twinkling lights, the LOVE Park Christmas Tree, live music, children’s activities and photos with Santa Claus. Warm up with a glass of warm mulled wine or hot cocoa while enjoying European food and drink. Watch for new decorations, seating, vendors and tasty treats! Admission is free, with food, drink and shopping pay as you go. Spread the cheer by following @philachristmas on Twitter and Instagram, liking Christmas Village on Facebook and visiting www.philachristmas.com.

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South Street Headhouse District Presents New Halloween Tradition with South Street's PumpkinFest on October 31, 2015

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South Street Headhouse District Presents New Halloween Tradition with South Street's PumpkinFest on October 31, 2015

South Street Headhouse District (SSHD) presents a new fall festival with tricks and treats for adults and children of all ages. PumpkinFest takes over Second Street's Headhouse Plaza between Pine and South Streets, on Saturday, October 31, 2015, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. Live music, shopping, seasonal bites and brews, football bungee challenge, straw bale maze, circus performances, horse and wagon hay rides, face painting and more. South Street businesses will open their doors for trick or treating (children 12 and under) from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. PumpkinFest is free, with food, drink and shopping pay-as-you-go. For more information, visit www.southstreet.com, follow @officialsouthst on Twitter or call (215) 413-3713. 

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Clean Air Council's Dine Out for the Environment Showcases Sustainable Restaurants Around the Region

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Clean Air Council's Dine Out for the Environment Showcases Sustainable Restaurants Around the Region

Philadelphia restaurants will serve up their signature dishes and highlight their commitment to sustainability tomorrow (October 15, 2015) during Clean Air Council's Dine Out for the Environment. This second year event will give diners a sneak peek into impressive kitchens that work hard to support local farms, reduce waste and chemical usage, and leave the world a better place for future generations. Restaurants will donate 15-30% of their sales tomorrow to the Clean Air Council to support its work in the Philadelphia area.

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Valley Forge Casino Resort Hosts Queen of Southern Cuisine Paula Deen as Part of Taste Philadelphia Festival

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Valley Forge Casino Resort Hosts Queen of Southern Cuisine Paula Deen as Part of Taste Philadelphia Festival

Valley Forge Casino Resort will host Queen of Southern Cuisine Paula Deen for the 17th Annual Philadelphia Festival of Food, Wine and Spirits on October 16-18, 2015. Deen has lost over 40 pounds and will share her favorite recipes lightened up on stage for two demonstrations on Saturday, October 17, 2015, at 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Recipes will come from her soon-to-be-released 15th cookbook, entitled Paula Deen Cuts the Fat. Deen joins over two dozen other top chefs from the region and country including Chef Nicholas Elmi (Top Chef) and Nicole Gaffney (Food Network Star). Deen’s demonstration is sponsored directly by Valley Forge Casino Resort. Tickets are on sale now at www.vfcasino.com.

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Theatre Exile Presents World Premiere of RIZZO by Bruce Graham from October 15 to November 8, 2015

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Theatre Exile Presents World Premiere of RIZZO by Bruce Graham from October 15 to November 8, 2015

 Theatre Exile begins their 19th season by searching for the moral center with the world premiere of Rizzo, by award-winning playwright and South Philadelphia resident Bruce Graham. Based on “Rizzo: The Last Big Man in Big City America” by Sal Paolantonio (published by Camino Books, Inc.), Rizzo brings one of the most divisive figures in Philadelphia’s history to the stage October 15 through November 8, 2015 (opening night October 21) at Christ Church Neighborhood House (20 N American Street). Founding Artistic Director Joe Canuso will direct, with Barrymore Award-winning actor Scott Greer playing the role of Rizzo. Tickets are on sale now for $10.00 to $40.00 at www.theatreexile.org or by phone (215) 218-4022.

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Old City Fest Celebrates Art and Design, Fashion and Food, Creativity and Culture on Sunday, October 11, 2015

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Old City Fest Celebrates Art and Design, Fashion and Food, Creativity and Culture on Sunday, October 11, 2015

Old City District presents Old City Fest on Sunday, October 11, 2015, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, along N. 3rd Street (from Market to Race) and Arch Street (from 2nd to 4th). Activities will include a festival stage with live music, runway fashion show, design showcase installation, family fun zone, pop-up street performances and a wide array of food, beverages, art, craft and retail shopping, with 100+ Old City vendors participating. Admission is free, with food and drink pay-as-you-go. For more info, visit oldcitydistrict.org, tweet @oldcitydistrict or call (215) 592-7929. Old City Fest is produced by Old City District with support from major sponsors Xfinity, Mighty Engine, Kaiserman Company, Colonial Penn Life Insurance, More FM and Where Magazine, plus other sponsors and contributors.
 

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Inis Nua Theatre Company Presents American Premiere of Hooked! by Gillian Grattan at Fergie's Pub

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Inis Nua Theatre Company Presents American Premiere of Hooked! by Gillian Grattan at Fergie's Pub

Inis Nua Theatre Company celebrates the start of their 12th season by presenting Hooked! by Gillian Grattan, from October 7-25, 2015. A dark comedy perfect for the Halloween season, Hooked! brings us a pretty little village where nothing is what it seems. The gossip, secrets and scandals will have you cringing and laughing. Hooked, ensnared, trapped…trick or treat, anyone? The show begins previews on October 7, opens on October 9, and runs for 16 performances through October 25, 2015. Times vary by performance. Hooked! is a site-specific presentation. All shows are upstairs at Fergie’s Pub, 1214 Sansom Street. Tickets are on sale for $25 and $30 by calling (215) 454-9776 or visiting inisnuatheatre.org.

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Philadelphia Restaurants Ready to Feed the Masses - Aversa PR Clients #openinphl for Pope Francis

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Philadelphia welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the globe this week for the historic visit by Pope Francis. Aversa PR restaurants are ready to keep the masses fed with tasty bites, cold drafts and signature sips during the Papal Visit. Here is our rundown of restaurants near Center City Philadelphia open in Philadelphia #openinphl #popinphilly

BRU Craft & Wurst
1316-1318 Chestnut Street
Website: http://www.bruphilly.com/

Social: @bruphilly
Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Features: Experience the city's best draft beer list with 39 taps pouring, including a self-pour station using Ipads. End the weekend with new Sunday Burger plus NFL football specials. Located in the heart of Midtown Village. 

Bridget Foy's
200 South Street
Website: http://www.bridgetfoys.com/

Social: @bridgetfoys
Hours: Weekdays 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Specials: Serving on draft Holy Wooder, free draft at bar with burger purchase Thursday night. 

Me N Mo Meatballs and More
214 South Street
Website: http://www.menmophilly.com/

Social: @menmophilly
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Features: Pick your meatball and sauce, and pair with house-made pasta for a great family value only $8.00 per person. Try the new "and more" menu featuring Timballo (roasted peppers, goat cheese, artichokes and eggplant).  BYO your own bottle of wine or choose from selections in-house. 

Nick's Roast Beef Bar and Grille (Old City)
16 South 2nd Street
http://www.nicksroastbeefbarandgrille.com/

Social: @nicksoldcity
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. daily.
Features: Don't miss the #1 rated burger by Zagat in Philadelphia. The Ground Bacon Burger features a ground bacon and beef blend. Try our favorite, the Southwest, with house salsa, a fried pickle and pepperjack cheese.

Palladino's on Passyunk
1934 East Passyunk Avenue
Website: http://www.lukepalladino.com/Palladinos/home.html

Social: @palladinosepx
Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Sunday Brunch 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Late Sunday Happy Hour 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday Dinner 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Features: End your weekend on Philadelphia's restaurant row with Chef Luke Palladino's boozy brunch featuring five cocktails for $5.00, plus don't miss the WTF Waffle (What the Foie). Fall is also the perfect time to people watch from outdoor seating on East Passyunk Avenue.

P'unk Burger
1823 East Passyunk
Website: http://punkburger.com/

Social: @punk_burger
Hours: Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Special: Pope Burger "Toscano" beef organic burger topped with pecorino Toscano, grilled porcini, and our house made mint garlic sauce.

SliCE Rittenhouse
1740 Sansom Street
http://www.slicepa.com/rittenhouse-square-menu/

Social: @Slicepa
Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m., Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Specials: SliCE has special POPE themed, limited edition pizza boxes designed by Amanda Farese, plus Italian Pope Special pie - Sausage and Rabe - featuring our housemade broccoli rabe, Maglio's sausage, olive oil, garlic, provolone cheese and mozzarella.

SliCE South Philly
1180 South 10th
Website: http://www.slicepa.com/italian-market-menu/

Social: @slicepa
Hours: Thursday 11:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m., and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Thursday is extended hours)
Specials: SliCE has special POPE themed, limited edition pizza boxes designed by Amanda Farese, plus Italian Pope Special pie - Sausage and Rabe - featuring our housemade broccoli rabe, Maglio's sausage, olive oil, garlic, provolone cheese and mozzarella.

Taproom on 19th
1900 Ritner Street
Website: 

Social: @taproomon19th
Hours: Thursday to Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Specials: Holy Guacamole, Pope Mobile (Long roll with Chorizo, chimichurri sauce, fried onions and fried provolone), pouring on draft Philadelphia Brewing Co. Holy Wooder

U-Bahn Philly
1320 Chestnut Street
Website: http://ubahnphilly.com/

Social: @ubahnphilly
Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Specials: Pope pre-game on Thursday night with drummer, DJ and party before the city shuts down. Starts at 9:00 p.m., no cover.

Uptown Beer Garden
1735 JFK Blvd. BNY Mellon Bank Building Courtyard
Website: http://www.facebook.com/UptownBeerGarden

Social: @uptwnbeergarden
Hours: Thursday and Friday 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Specials: Thursday and Friday happy hour 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with $3.00 beer and $5.00 Wurst sandwiches

Bonus: What to wear to dinner when the Pontiff comes to town?

Philly Phaithful to the rescue with "I Turned Water Ice Into Wine at Philavatican 2015" as part of The Philadelphia Experience. For a list of local retailers (like Urban Princess above), or to order online, click here.

Aversa PR Client News: September Headlines with Clean Air Council, Mt. Airy USA, Valley Forge Casino Resort, Philly Phaithful, BRAT Productions

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Festivals, theater and menu changes are in the air as fall returns and summer winds down. Aversa PR is proud to spotlight select recent headlines for six clients - BRAT Productions, Clean Air Council, Mt. Airy USA and Go Mt. Airy, Philly Phaithful, Philadelphia Artists' Collective and Valley Forge Casino Resort. 

BRAT Productions (The Lid)
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  • Ben FM Ben Around Philly - Fringe Festival with Kory Aversa and Hughe Dillon
  • Broadway World - BRAT Productions To Stage The Lid During FringeArts Festival 
  • City Paper - Fringe Review: The Lid
  • KYW 1060/CBS Philly - Fringe Festival Returns to Philadelphia
  • Metro - From Fringe Fest To The Pope, Philly VIPs Tell Us What To Do In September
  • Philebrity - Fringe Notes: Pat Finnery's "The Lid" Is A British Invasion-Influenced Exploration of Ennui
  • Phindie - Deb Miller's Top 15 Picks for the 2015 Fringe Festival 
  • Phindie - Jess Conda's Shameless Plugs and Top Picks For The 2015 Fringe Festival
  • Phindie - The Lid (Pat Finnerty and BRAT Productions) Review
  • That Music Mag - Get Underneath It All With The Lid
  • WHYY/ Newsworks - Weekly Entertainment Guide - Fringe Sampler and Labor Day Weekend
  • WXPN The Key - Tonight's Concert Picks: The Lid at Underground Arts

Clean Air Council- Greenfest Philly
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Mt. Airy USA/ Go Mt. Airy (Street Fare))
Click for Official Press Release - Preview
Click for Official Press Release - Announcement

Philadelphia Artists' Collective (Barrymore Award Nominations and The Captive)
Click for Official Press Release

Philly Phaithful - (Philadelphia Experience)
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Valley Forge Casino Resort (Kenny Rogers, LP Steak, Valley Beach, More)

For October, stay tuned for more fall theater, festivals and food with Rizzo by Theatre Exile, Hooked! by Inis Nua Theatre Company, Old City Fest by Old City District - and more!