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Hope to see people out on Broad Street today. Would be great if they could move the ferris wheel from Broad Street to Penns Landing - maybe add it as a full time attraction in the city. I know other cities have them. Once again, today should be a fun day of day drinking and music - along with the Phils and Flyers - http://www.pifa.org/streetfair. -

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1) The Ultimate Networking Event Live at Tavern on Broad

Date: Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at 6:00 PM (ET)

Tavern on Broad, 200 S. Broad Street
Heart of Center City beneath the Bellevue Corner of Broad and Walnut Sts philadelphia, PA 19103

Part time 12-4pm Monday through Friday. Packing and shipping items, working with UPS pickups from warehouse. Must be at least 18 years old, must be able to lift 30-40 lb boxes.

Computer knowledge and ability to print out shipping labels a plus- we can train you. Opportunity to turn into a full time job. Starting pay- $10-$12 an hour, depending on ability

A unique social club featuring exclusive events and killer deals with an affordable membership! Only $15 for $500 in food and drink each month!

Philly2night is pleased to announce the launch of its new VIP Club program, a subscription-based social club that will grant members access to exclusive events, deals and more! The initial cost of the program is just $14.99, per month, available for a limited time only, and over 200 members have signed up in the first five days!

Each membership includes 10 - 15 events per month, including, but not limited to, monthly beer samplings, wine samplings, tailgate or game watching events, concerts, movie screenings, grand openings, “Social Hours” and “Friend of a Friend” events.

The first official event will be at G Lounge, featuring a VIP Club open bar on Friday, April 29, from 8 - 10 p.m., in conjunction with Philly2night’s 11th Anniversary Party.

VIP Club participants will also be offered two “Social Hour” events a month, a “No Line, No Cover” deal at four different clubs per month, and a monthly $10 gift card to a local restaurant. Each month, one lucky member will be selected to win a complimentary, select open bar for themselves and 20 friends.

New deals and discounts will be promoted each month so members will always have access to the best spots in the city!

For more information about this program, visit Philly2night.com or call Lauren Reilly at 215-495-1664.

Over 100 people already signed up! The greatest deal around for an all day bus trip to Preakness. An action-packed, fun day bus trip here everyone! Everything is included for one low price. Go to the 136th Preakness Stakes horse race just outside of Baltimore and have a blast sunning yourself, beverage in hand, all day long while watching the horse races and listening to live music from multiple national acts (top bands!) and Philly's Own - Mr. Greengenes! Over the years, over 750 people traveled with us on this trip - do not miss out, this is a fun one! 4 Buses Heading Down - Get on! Average Age of Travelers: 20s & Early 30s Preakness Horse Race Bus Trip - All Day Concert & Festival!

6) Strawberry Festival

From: Saturday and Sunday, April 30 and May 1 @ 10 am to 6 pm both days
Hosted By: Peddler's Village Price of Admission: FREE Admission and FREE Parking

7) Riversharks Opening Night
Campbell's Field
401 N. Delaware Avenue
Camden, NJ

8) Manayunk Brew Fest

4/30/11
Spend your Saturday getting drunk in Manayunk. Oh, sorry. We mean, tasting the finest and freshest fermented grains crafted to flavored perfection. Enjoy the spring weather with a little midday ruckus. By ruckus we mean engaged in civilized conversation with your peers. Starting around noon, get your liquid lunch on under the sun along the Schuylkill, sampling 50 crafts from 15 breweries, including favorites Dock Street, Flying Fish, Harvest Moon, Lancaster, Sierra Nevada and Yard’s, natürlich. The ticket price includes four hours of tasting, a food voucher, a tasting glass and a T-shirt. Hear that? T-shirt. Still plenty of time for a nap and PIFA’s street fair. -A.K.

1pm. $45. Manayunk Brewery, 4120 Main St. 215.482.8220. manayunkbrewery.com

For a taste of one of Philly’s most vibrant neighborhoods, stroll over to East Passyunk for its annual Flavors of the Avenue event. Come rain or shine, Flavors of the Avenue brings together all the local tastes that makes Passayunk one of Philly’s dining destinations, offering food samples from the likes of Cantina Los Caballitos, Mondial Café and Salt and Pepper, as well as tipplers provided by local establishments.

Don’t miss the free street festival full of music and even a craft market. So eat, drink, be merry and shop at the Flavors of the Avenue event this Saturday from 12 to 5 p.m. Afterwards, stick around for the Flavors Fashion Crawl with demonstrations, refreshments and special events dotting the salons and boutiques along the avenue. 1628 East Passyunk Avenue; for more information please click here.

10) OPEN BAR :: Absolut Wild Tea Launch Party

Mon May 2, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Art-Reach is the only organization in the Philadelphia region solely devoted to bringing arts and cultural opportunities to the full range of underserved audiences. Each year our programs and services enable over 15,000 people with disabilities or economic disadvantages to enjoy the beauty and richness of the arts.

To achieve its mission Art-Reach depends on dedicated volunteers who want to help people experience the arts. Volunteers serve in a variety of ways, from helping in the office to directly supporting clients using our programs. For more information about volunteering with Art-Reach please go to http://art-reach.org/ARR_VolAmb.html or email info@art-reach.org

12) Race STREET PIER PROMENADE - A FESTIVE EVENING ON THE WateR’S EDGE

WHERE: Race Street Pier, Columbus BoulevardatRace Streeton theDelaware River

PREVIEW EVENT FOR THE NEW RACE STREET PIER. The Race Street Pier, an early example of high quality open space along the Central Delaware Waterfront, opens to the public on May 12 with an official ribbon cutting from Mayor Nutter. Join DRWC for a special preview evening of this exciting new outdoor park on the Delaware River.

Through the development of Race Street Pier, DRWC and the City ofPhiladelphiahave developed a strong foundation on which they can begin to add other essential elements to the revitalization of the centralDelaware. Race Street Pier will be an integral part of a series of open space improvements as part of the new Master Plan proposed every half mile along the centralDelaware.

FEATURING: Ambient entertainment, landside fireworks, a brief dedication program, beverages from Yards Brewing Company, Ansonia Wines, Winebow, and Luksusowa Vodka as well as fare from Philadelphia Restaurants including: Bibou, Bistrot La Minette, Eclat Chocolate, The Corner, Fork, Franklin Fountain, Marathon Grill, Meme, Nectar, 10 Arts, Xochiltl and more.

TICKETS: $150 and available April 1 at www.racestreetpier.com , proceeds benefit arts programming on the waterfront

BACKGROUND: In February 2009, Mayor Nutter together with DRWC announced funding was secured for design and construction of a one acre public park on the vacant pier at the base ofRace Street, immediately south of theBenFranklinBridge. DRWC and the City ofPhiladelphia issued a Request for Proposals to provide design, construction documentation, and construction administration services for improvements to Pier 11 with the goal to develop Pier 11 into a publicly accessible riverfront amenity for residents and tourists. With public input and the leadership of the DRWC Planning Committee led by Marilyn Jordan Taylor, Dean, Penn Design, University of Pennsylvania and Alan Greenberger, Executive Director Philadelphia City Planning Commission, Acting Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development and Commerce Director, awarded the contract for the project design to James Corner Field Operations, a nationally recognized landscape design team whose credits include the acclaimed High Line in NYC.

MEXICAN POST WITH TIP N BONES ACOUSTIC 2-5PM ON CINCO DE MAYO
Come celebrate Cinco De Mayo all day long at Mexican Post | Love Park. Either come out for a late lunch or after work for happy hour with all your friends and co-workers, it certainly will be a fiesta!

Here is what we have lined up:
2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Tip N Bones
5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Bigg Romeo

5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Cuervo Girls
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Dos Equis Girls
Hope to see you then amigos!

TIP N BONES WITH ROWLAND ADAMOLI AT CON MURPHY'S MAY 14th 10PM
Come join us for our debut appearance at Con Murphy's Irish Pub on Saturday May 14th at 10pm. IT IS ALSO THE BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR THE BAND'S VERY OWN ROWLAND ADAMOLI!! Come out and hear some live music with us and get together with friends before the summer season kicks off in full force. We are very excited to be appearing at Con Murphy's and hope you all can join us as well!!!

May 1

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
Broad & Spruce Streets
215.893.1999
www.KimmelCenter.org

15) Pre-Dating Philadelphia - Speed Dating For All Single Professionals Ages 26 to 45

Come out and meet other Busy Single Professionals in Philadelphia face to face at Pre-Dating Speed Dating, the largest Speed Dating event service in the US for Busy Single Professionals. Go on many 6 minute mini-dates all in one night. This event is for All Single Professionals. Special Note: Come early for Super Drink Specials! Venue is located in (Inside PA Convention Center). Recommended for females between 26 & 45 and males between 26 & 45. Pre-Pay online in advance with promo code “”SINGLE5”” and save $5 off this event!

Join Capital Network Company and Philadelphia area professionals for this Major Business Card Exchange/Happy Hour! Capital Network offers monthly networking events at the finest local venues all over the country. 100 to 300 business professionals come to the event ready to connect and network with other top professionals.

You won’t want to miss this event! H20 Beach Club Present: Ladies Night Out! H2O Beach Club and Lounge is South Jersey’s premier nightlife destination, catering to a discerning audience with higher sensibilities .South Jersey’s most exciting ladies night out! Sample new summer cocktails & wine (Cocktail sampling stations from 8:00 - 10:00 pm) Nosh on Caribbean inspired bites Luxuriate with a complimentary mini spa service Dance the night away at the area’s hottest new dance floor All for only $10 in advance, $15 at the door PLUS - Everyone gets a fabulous swag bag filled with samples and savings! This event will sell out - buy your tickets now!

Lock & Key Events are the hottest interactive and FUN way in Philadelphia, PA for singles to socialize, make new friends, or just to have a great time! Men get keys, Women get locks & everyone interacts while trying to unlock to win great prizes. Lock and Key Events transform a regular happy hour by adding the ULTIMATE ice breaker theme. This event is for All Singles. Recommended for Men and Women between the ages of 30 & 55. Pre-Pay online in advance with promo code “”SE5”” and save $5 off this event! Sponsored by: “”SinglesEvents.com”” For all the details, including advance discounted tickets and contact info for questions, please click ‘more info’.

Spring is in the air and it’s time to get back in the saddle for the 137th Annual Kentucky Derby! On May 7th Field House will be hosting its annual Kentucky Derby Party and what better way to spend Saturday than with cold drinks, a hat contest and live entertainment provided by the best two man band in the land: Secret Service!

Don’t miss this opportunity to warm up for a greatly anticipated and much needed summer season!

The Philadelphia Wine Festival is an exquisite experience for all who love the wonderful world of wine. Featuring nearly 200 of the world’s finest wineries, this is an event not to be missed. This unique wine and food fest comes to Philadelphia just once a year, so please join us on May 7^th. Some of the world’s most famous wines as well as hard-to-find vintages and rare blends will be among the highlights of this extraordinary evening. The Philadelphia Wine Festival will also feature signature dishes from some of Philadelphia’s finest restaurants. So come prepared to enjoy culinary creations that will complement the vast wine selection.

21) 5/11/11 - Philly Guys Night Out Monthly Happy Hour @ Barnaby's Havertown

Philly Guys Night Out will be having its monthly happy hour at Barnaby's Havertown on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Quizzo starts at 9:00pm. We'll be hanging out and discussing upcoming event ideas. For more information and to RSVP, please go to http://www.phillyguysnightout.com.

Philly Guys Night Out is a social group for men in the Greater Philadelphia area. Founded in February 2011, Philly Guys Night Out hosts social "guy-centered" events such as monthly happy hours, poker nights, sporting events and paintball games. Any professional male living in the Greater Philadelphia Region and who is between the ages of 25 and 45 is welcome and encouraged to attend our events.