Last edition, I included an article on jails in Philly that was from 1990. Sorry about that – I did not notice the date when someone sent it to me.
And the feedback on the question about taking off your shoes when entering someone’s home was almost unanimous – that it is ok to request your guests to remove their shoes.
New question this week sent in from a reader: Is it tacky to send Christmas cards via email instead of snail mail? Personally, I think it is ok but I am not the barometer of couth.
I had an active week, with some days on the mountain at Windham (http://www.windhammountain.com/). Unfortunately, the weather Gods must have been upset with me as the snow they were expecting turned in to rain on me. And while I type this from my desk in Philly, they are expecting a foot of snow today! http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/local/USNY1608?lswe=windham,%20ny&from=searchbox_localwx
All this while Vail, CO has reported almost five FEET of snow since December 1st. Sometimes I feel like I am never in the right spot.
I say that but at least I was not on this gondola: http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/12/16/canada.gondola.accident/index.html or the skier that was not so lucky at Snowbird, Utah: http://www.kutv.com/mostpopular/story/Woman-dies-in-avalanche-at-Snowbird-resort/F6eLoeco-EivuPq3h6Ud6Q.cspx
Reminder that trips are taking reservations for Park City, Steamboat, and Killington: www.PhillyTrips.com
Time to talk some football. First, the Eagles are alive. If we can win our last two games, although we will not be guaranteed a spot in the playoffs, we will most likely end up there. Big weekend with us needing a W in Washington, while watching the scoreboard with Atlanta and Tampa Bay. Hard to believe that Reid playing for a tie versus going for the win against Cinci might be the difference in us getting in to the playoffs. And how about the BCS mess? Seven teams with one loss and two undefeated teams. Yet, we have a championship game somehow. What a stupid system….
Red Ball has been announced for March 7, 2009: http://www.theredball.org
For those looking for a Christmas Eve event, consider 32/Cuba Libre. Early on it is mostly a Jewish crowd but as the night advances, the Christmas goers do show up: http://www.pulseofphilly.com/
Here is something that I thought was interesting. The Detroit main papers are eliminating home delivery for many weekdays. Talk about the power of the Internet. http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/12/16/detroit.newspapers/index.html Detroit newspapers
It is a crazy time in the world and an interesting time to buy/sell a home. I read today that the 30-Year Fixed Rate mortgage fell to 37-Year Low – around 5%. Here is a good article on Graduate Hospital that is worth sharing: http://www.philly.com/philly/hp/news_update/20081219_In_Philly__Southwest_Center_City_is_the_place_to_buy.html?page=1&c=y
As always, if you are thinking of buying or selling a home, please let me know. Yes, it is true, I have my Realtor license… - Mark
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NYEphilly.com has THREE answers to the famous question: "What are you doing New Year's Eve?™"
3 fantastic parties. 3 unique locations. 3 great choices. 1 EXCITING DECISION TO MAKE.
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NYE @ Crystal Tea Room
NYE @ Hibachi Penns Landing
Once again, NYE Philly.com has the area's 3 hottest options to say goodbye to 2008 and ring in 2009 for New Years Eve in the Philadelphia and South Jersey area. All parties are sure to again be fabulous - get the details on each one and YOU DECIDE. Details on all parties are available by clicking the graphics below. The best deals in town are here - just snatch up the remaining tickets before it is too late - these parties will all sell out, they do every year.
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1) CITY VETS MAKE HOUSE CALLS???
Do you know of a vet that makes house calls in Philadelphia?
If so, please email spayne@comcast-spectacor.com
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2) RED BALL EARLY BIRD TICKETS
EARLY BIRD TICKETS FOR THE RED BALL 2009 ARE AVAILABLE NOW FOR $100 - THAT'S $75 OFF THE TICKET PRICE! ONLY 100 TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THIS SPECIAL RATE. THE RED CROSS' RED-TIE BLOWOUT SELLS OUT EVER YEAR, SO DON'T DELAY - OFFER EXPIRES MIDNIGHT DECEMBER 31. PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS OF THE RED CROSS HOUSE. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKET.
Please link "CLICK HERE" to the following URL:
https://redcross-philly.ticketleap.com/2009-American-Red-Cross-RED-BALL-at-The-Please-Touch-Museum/t/MarkZwickNewsletter
Please note the ticket price revision. As it so happens, the Red Cross is currently offering the early promotional tickets for $100. This offer is valid through December 31, 2008. After that date, the ticket prise will move up one tier to the $125 offer I quoted in my last email to you.
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3) KINKY QUIZZO :: HOLIDAY EDITION
Kinky Quizzo Holiday Edition on Tuesday, December 23 at 10:30pm.
with Santa’s Little Helpers (the Hellcat Girls Burlesque)
What: Night of Mayhem
Host: Valanni
Start Time: Tuesday, December 23 at 10:30pm End Time: Wednesday, December 24 at 2:00am
Where: Valanni
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n.php/aHR0cDovL3d3dy5mYWNlYm9vay5jb20vbi8_1ZXZlbnQucGhwJmVpZD00NTExOTg2MDA3OA
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4) RENTALS
A) Conshohocken House for Rent
4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms
Wait until you see this completely renovated 1800 sq ft home with the following upgrades & improvements: Eat in Kitchen with 3 bar stool breakfast bar, upgrading lighting, movable stainless steel island under wooden butcher block top, tiled back splash, Family room direct access to Kitchen, Anderson Windows throughout (low heating bills!!), central air, newer summer/winter two zoned Crown boiler, cell blinds on most of 1st floor, wooden type blinds on second floor windows, four cedar lined bedroom closets with closet organizers, mud room with outside with outside entry, washer & dryer included, most rooms with ceiling fans, and off street parking.
Available January 1, 2009
Please email conshy4rent@gmail.com or Leave a message… 215-758-2826
Included in Rent: Lawn Service May – Oct and Monthly cleaning service !!
$1800 per month rent. Move In Costs include: last month rent and one month rent deposit.
B) WASH WEST RENTAL
2 bedroom 2 bath single home with central air, roof deck, laundry, 1 block from Broad St and Patco subways.
301 South Watts St between Spruce and Pine and between Broad and Juniper.
$1700/month utilities not included. Pets OK.
Ed 856-465-6755 or gedrankin@comcast.net
C) EAST FALLS
Beautiful 3 bdrm home (one large and two smaller bedrooms), with a porch, overlooks a beautiful and quiet tree lined street. Eat In Kitchen, Dining Room & Living room! Hardwood floors. 1 1/2 Bathrooms. Washer Dryer on 1st Floor. Access to Huge Basement for storage. Off-street private parking. Under 5 minutes walk to SEPTA East Falls Station (Zone 1). Easy commute to Philadelphia U./Temple/Lehigh/St. Joseph’s U./PCOM.
Link for Photos http://www.80mm.net/3590iql/
$1300/month Includes Heat, Hot Water , and Cooking Gas. You pay only Electric.
East Falls is a nice neighborhood adjacent to Manyunk and Fairmount Park. Multiple bike trails and running paths are within minutes of your door and two major roads intersect very close by, making it easy access to entire area. There are multiple supermarkets within a few minutes’ drive of this home, and as well as many walk-able shops nearby.
This rental is available Immediately.
Call 215 852 5001 and ask for Josh for complete details or to schedule a showing.
Short Term or Month to Month Lease may be available, call for terms.
Indian Queen Lane at Haywood Street
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5) FILM NIGHT FUNDRAISER
Check out the Surf and Snow Film Night at 941 Theater (941 North Front St., No. Libs., Philadelphia) on January 9th, 2009, from 7:00pm-11:30pm
The First Feature Film will be Shown at 8:00pm. We are showing the following Films, Surfing: Sliding Liberia and Snowboard: TBA (Premier Showing) plus 2-3 Shorts by Local Filmmakers. This event includes Free Beer and Wine with admission! Ticket Price is $20.00 ($25.00, if any left, at the door) A Portion of the proceeds will go the Center for Literacy. For Tickets go to http://mindfulguy.net/Film_Festivals.html
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6) The 6th Annual Broad Street Bash
Still Trying to figure out what to do on New Years Eve? Looking for something new to do this New Years Eve? We have the answer...
Join us for Philadelphia's Hottest New Years Eve Dance Party at the DoubleTree Hotel's Ormandy Ballroom.
All the convenience of Playing and Staying where the action is on NYE & New
Years Day - The 6th Annual Broad Street Bash.
Right on the Mummer/Phillies Parade route.
Join us for New Years Eve at our Four Star Celebration.
The evening will feature:
Open Bar, Hors d'oeuvres Buffet, Carving Stations, Music, Dancing, Champagne
Toast and More...
Dress to the nines for a fabulous, fun night of Music, dancing and merriment.
Ring in 2009 with us. And Start the New Years right.
Ask about our VIP Ticket.
Check out our website for Special discounts and deals.
Buy your tickets at http://www.broadstreetbash/
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7) MUSIC NEWS
A) Phish to headline bonnaroo: http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2008/12/16/phish-to-headline-bonnaroo-2009-sources-say/
B) Jazzfest line up announced: http://www.nojazzfest.com/index.php?http%3A//www.nojazzfest.com/music/
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8) The Tenth Annual "TO LIFE" Party
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
At Cuba Libre Rum Bar and Restaurant
9PM-2:00AM (Lounge 125 after party until 3:30am)
For the TENTH year Andrew Spivack and Adam Solomon are hosting Philly's premiere Christmas Eve Party on Wednesday, December 24th, and this year our good friend Jennifer Birch has joined in on the FUN!!
Once again we will be taking over two of the hottest locations in Olde City, Philadelphia: 32 Degrees Luxe Lounge and Cuba Libre Rum Bar and Restaurant.
On special occasions just like this the owners open the doors between the two places so you can walk freely between the two spots.
As always we will have Philadelphiaʼs craziest DJs throwing down some of the best in hip-hop and old school beats.
Tickets are $20.00 in advance and $30.00 at the door
Last year over 800 people came out to celebrate.
For more information and Advance tickets go to www.pulseofphilly.com or http://tolife10.eventbrite.com
VIP tables available at 215-260-2326.
Don't miss the event that everyone will be talking about.
Advance tickets end at 12pm 12/24/07
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8) SUNDAY SALSA
Beginning on December 21st (& continuing every third Sunday of each month) Paxia will be hosting dinner & dancing. They are offering a 3 course meal, and then a chance to dance it off with their wonderful instructor Tim Cartlidge, courtesy of Society Hill Dance Academy. Dinner begins at 6pm with lessons to follow. The price is $25 per person (taxes & gratuities excluded). Space is limited so reserve your spot early and put on your dancing shoes! Remember they are a BYOB. LET'S GET READY TO RUMBA!!!
Paxia serves an authentic Mexican menu created by co-owner Chef Dionicio Jimenez and executed by co-owner Chef Ismael Torrez. Dionicio is also the co-owner and Executive Chef at Xochitl. Paxia's unique menu offers Mexican classics as well as popular street food items. Located in the charming Bella Vista area of Philadelphia, the chefs use fresh ingredients bought daily from the local Italian Market. Paxia also offers a great $25 meal deal where you can choose a starter, entree, and dessert served with house margarita mix (don't forget the tequila!). Open 6 nights a week, Sunday - Thursday: 5-10pm, Friday & Saturday: 5-11pm. Weekend brunch 11am-5pm, with dinner menu starting at 5pm. Closed Tuesdays. 746 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147. 215-413-0171. www.paxiaphilly.com (website coming soon).
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9) Xmas Eve Charity Benefit - Spin the Dreidel Party at G lounge:
Weds, Dec 24 7pm - 2am :: The biggest and best party night of the year just got better! See old friends and make new ones this year on Xmas eve! Pre-ordered tickets are $20 and will allow you to bypass the line. Tickets are $30 at the door. All of the money raised will be donated to four different charities: Alex's Lemonade Stand, ALS, Crohn's and Colitis, and the Michael Levin Memorial Fund. You can specify a different charity if you wish.
Full Details/Tickets: http://spinthedreidel.eventbrite.com/
PhillyGSpot will be hosting the Official After Hours Party at Club O.N.E. (19th and Sansom) going until 3:30am!!
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10) METRODATE IS FREE
Metrodate.com is now 100% free! Create a profile, send messages, use the chat room – it’s all completely free! This is not a limited time offer - The best dating site in Philly is now FREE!
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11) One World Many Hearts Online Auction for Hope
The online portion of the Once World Many Hearts Auciton is now underway! All of the proceed go to benefit the Cambodia Children's Fund. We only have $6,500 more to raise to reach our goal of $20,000 by December 31. Please take advantage of this fun and unique way to support this significant cause.
Place Your Bid.
Whether you're looking for something unique for yourself, searching for a gift for a special someone, or looking to add a little adventure to your life, you're sure to find something in our auction catalog including a trip for up to 5 to Costa Rica! Every bid helps support our cause. Make sure to check it out!
For more infor please visit www.oneworldmanyhearts.com and click on the Silent Auction Tab.
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12) DONATE TO THE MUMMERS
http://www.savethemummers.com/
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12) JOB :: Philadelphia Region Apprentice Needed
Real Estate Appraisal Firm located in Flourtown/Chestnut Hill Area and servicing the Greater Philadelphia 8 County Region seeks individuals interested in pursuing a real estate appraisal career. Should be detail and research oriented, analytically-minded, tech-savvy, have a flexible schedule . Applicants should be financially stable/self sufficient for minimum one year time period. Must have reliable vehicle. Full time applicants only please. Email resume to ewelch@ welchgroup.net
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13) PAWS ADOPTIONS
Upcoming Adoption Events - Give a PAWS dog or cat a home for the holidays!
Every Saturday & Sunday:
11:30 am to 3:30 pm: Rittenhouse Square, 18th & Walnut Streets, Philadelphia
Saturday, December 20
11 am to 3 pm: South Philadelphia PETsMART (24th & Oregon)
Sunday, December 21
11 am to 3 pm: Cottman Avenue PETsMART, 7422 Bustleton Avenue
Saturday, December 27
11am to 3 pm: PETCO, Grant Avenue & Roosevelt Boulevard
Sunday, December 28
11 am to 3 pm: Cottman Avenue PETsMART, 7422 Bustleton Avenue
Pet adoptions seven days a week at:
PAWS' main shelter, through December 31 (111 W. Hunting Park Avenue): 11am-6pm, seven days a week.
PAWS' adoption center (100 N. 2nd Street): Mon-Sat: 11am-7pm; Sundays: 11am-6pm
PETsMART (24th Street & Oregon Avenue): Monday-Friday: 11am-3pm and 6-8 pm; Saturday and Sunday: 11am-3pm **cats only**
PETsMART (Cottman Avenue/7422 Bustleton Ave.): Monday-Friday: 6-8 pm; Saturday and Sunday: 11am-3pm **cats only**
PETCO (Grant Avenue & Roosevelt Blvd.): Monday-Friday: 6-8 pm; Saturday and Sunday: 11am-3pm **cats only**
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14) South Street Bridge Update
The South St. Bridge is now closed to all traffic. In response to recent inquires concerning work schedules for the demolition and reconstruction of the South St. Bridge, please be advised:
The contractor's regular hours of operation will be from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Night time work is NOT anticipated east of the I-76 interchange.
The demolition of the I-76 interchange will commence this week and will last for approximately 3 weeks. Because this work has to be done while traffic flow on I-76 is at its lowest, this phase will be done at night. The hours of operation will be 10 PM to 5 AM.
While this demolition is being conducted, westbound I-76 traffic will be directed over the South St. ramps and back to the expressway.
SEPTA has clarified that there will be four afternoon return trips on its Route 12 bus from University City to the east side of the river. Consult the printed schedule posted on www.SEPTA.ORG for exact times. For more information, visit: http://www.phila.gov/southstreetbridge
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15) Philly Christmas Beer Fest
A one-of-a-kind festival featuring the world's best Christmas beers and winter warmers.
Beer festival featuring Christmas beer and winter warmers
Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Univ. of Penn Museum of Archeology & Anthropology
33rd & Spruce Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Website: http://www.phillybeerfests.com/index.cfm
E-Mail: info@phillybeerfests.com
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