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It has been nearly two months since my last update....have just been super busy. Mostly wiith work but also some good socializing. Finished my first new construction in August, have three rehab projects coming to conclusion currently, and in the ealry stages of my second new construction. Plus I had been real busy with my rental properties up at Temple U. Throw in weekends down the shore, Phillies/Eagles games, concerts, etc....and the result has been a hiatus. And almost forgot I have been trying to get some new legislation passed in city hall for a Neighborhood Improvment District up at Temple. Have learned quite a bit about city politics. :)

The SoCo event (#9) is free booze, Midtown Festival (#19) is a usually a fun outdoor drinking day in center city that I recommend.

Hoping to get back on a regular schedule with the newsletters and that everyone is well. - Mark

Welcome to The Green Legion! We specialize in creating competitive sports packages for Philadelphia Eagles away football games http://www.greenlegion.com/upcoming-trips-topmenu

Having the skills to network effectively in today’s challenging business climate, is critical and could make the difference between thriving or losing to your competitors. Ultimate Networking Events, are designed to allow you to meet other like minded, business people, learn valuable networking skills, and createe meaningful business relationships.

A) SuperFresh Opened August 26 26 has been set for the SuperFresh supermarket at 2nd & Girard.

The tour leaves at 10 a.m. from 12th and Filbert Streets every Wednesday and Saturday. It's 75 minutes through Reading Terminal Market, with plenty of info about the history of Philly foods and samples along the way! Reservations are required, and the cost is $15.95 for adults, including the food.

C) An explanation for enhanced perceptions of attractiveness after alcohol consumption. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20570085

E) Penn’s new park offers open space, ‘big sky’ views

F) Philadelphia Aiming to Make the ‘A List’

G) Study: Smoking Pot Might Help You Lose Weight - Wait, what? READ MORE

It's our annual Halloween event! Guests enjoy trick or treating in the Zoo, free with admission. Approximately 75 volunteers per shift are needed to help with candy distribution and games.

7) Volunteer with Wissahickon Valley Park

If you’re interested in ecological issues, then Wissahickon Restoration Volunteers want you! Ecological restoration in Wissahickon Valley Park could use a few extra hands removing invasive species, planting trees and more! Office help is also welcomed. Students could work on administrative tasks and students with an environmental or science background are welcome to do restoration-related research. Groups are always welcome! Either pick a date from our calendar or we can set up a day just for your group!

Ecological restoration events last two hours and are usually on a Saturday or Sunday. Any other volunteer projects can last as long as you’d like! Please see our website calendar for specific dates and times: http://wissahickonrestorationvolunteers.org/calendar/

For more information, contact Susannah Beckett at 215.951.0330 x2101 or wrv.info@rhd.org

Be part of the action at this world-class race! Register today to be among more than 3000 volunteers on hand to support this great Philadelphia event. You'll meet and help more than 18,000 runners and some 40,000 spectators, who come from every state in the nation and more than 30 countries.

To sign up as an individual, click here. To form a team with your friends, family or co-workers, click here.

10) COOL VIDEO OF THE WEEK :: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShFAeNdiEiA&feature=player_embedded

Main Line Restaurant Week is back for its first anniversary next week with dozens of the western suburbs best restaurants and chefs. Do not wait to make a reservation as our participants are already extremely busy! [ Click here for a complete list of current participating restaurants ]

12) BAD DOG BALL

On October 15, 2011, from 9:00PM - 1:00AM, the Pennsylvania SPCA will celebrate the 2^nd Annual Bad Dog Ball at the Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing. A young professionals’ cocktail and dance party with a purpose, the Bad Dog Ball raises money to fund critical programs like Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement, the Pennsylvania SPCA low-cost veterinary clinic, adoptions, spay/neuter programs, animal behavior rehabilitation and more.

The event includes a 4 hour open bar, late night snacks, raffle prizes, music provided by DJ DEL - all to raise money for abused and abandoned animals in Philadelphia.

PLUS... your dogs are welcome to attend!

The event website is http://baddogball-steveschaeffer.eventbrite.com/ Tickets are on sale now.

13) 2011 PHILADELPHIA FILM & ANIMATION FESTIVAL

It’s here, our largest event of the year for film & animation lovers & creators alike!

With over 130 films screening over 4 action-packed days, accompanied by a ton of industry workshops and partiees, this is a festival you will remember for a long time.

Check out our online schedule of events and get your tickets or All-access passes HERE! http://www.projecttwenty1.com/

14) Revolutionary Germatown Festival

Sat. Oct 1, 10-7:30pm

Join Landmarks' friends in Historic Germantown on

Saturday, October 1, 10am-4pm

for the Revolutionary Germantown Festival on the

Cliveden Grounds, 6401 Germantown Avenue

(Re-enactments of the Battle of Germantown at 12:00 & 3:00)

Followed by An American Oktoberfest at Grumblethorpe - 4:30-7:30 at 5267 Germantown Avenue!

NiteStalkers Production Presents: REPHRESH Each and every Wednesday Night from 10pm to 2pm. Three DJ’s spinning all your favorite House, Electro, Progressive, Trance, Techno

After a summer of thoughtlessness, the Progressive Thinkers Forum returns on September 29. We missed you.

This month, join Councilman Bill Green, Daily News Editor Larry Platt, and Young Involved Philadelphia to talk about kids these days, and how we get them to stop planking and start getting involved. Share this event on Facebook and Twitter
We hope you can make it!
Cheers,
Philly Progressive Thinkers Forum

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 27 & 47. 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’.

Please join us for a great volunteering opportunity at the RiverCity Festival on Saturday, October 1st. The festival will be held at Penn Treaty Park on the beautiful Delaware River in Historic Fishtown.

For more information about the festival, go tohttp://www.rivercityfestival.org/index.html

Get ready for the first annual Pigtoberfest in Manayunk party! This Indoor/Outdoor Event features your First Drink Free, Live Music, whole roasted pigs, amazing Oktoberfest Beers (5 great choices!), Oktoberfest food including Brats and Roast Pork Sandwiches, and OF COURSE an after party inside The Ugly Moose to watch the Phillies playoff game! Now, ready for the GOOD part? RSVP on this website (click “”rsvp here”” to the left or below) and UpcomingEventscom will give you another Oktoberfest Beer -or- a brat/pork sandwich FREE! How is THAT for awesome? Just a $5 cover at the door. SEE YOU THERE! Make sure all your friends RSVP as well to get the extra free beer or food item.

22) Rain Dance Promotions & Whisper Night Club

●• PASSION - Friday Night @ Whisper Night Club ●•
●• Friday Sept 30, 2011 [10pm - 3am] •●

Sounds by : DJ JAY-SKI spinning - Top 40 | Dance | Hip Hop

Please contact raindancinfo@gmail.com for Guest List & Bottle Service Discounts
$5 Reduced Admission 10pm till 1.00am [$10 regular,$20 after 1am ]
Please get on the guest list - Only RSVP " Yes " on FB Invite
Guestlist closes Friday Sept 30th 12pm.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=114798661958431
-- Special Rates for Bottle & VIP Service --

23) Pre-Dating Philadelphia - Speed Dating For All Single Professionals Ages 33 to 43

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. Venue is located in (Inside PA Convention Center). Recommended for females between 33 & 43 and males between 33 & 43. Pre-Pay online in advance with promo code “”SINGLE5”” and save $5 off this event!

Taproot Farm–Kale, Asian Eggplant, Italian Eggplants, Heirloom tomatoes, okra, fresh herbs, red slicing tomatoes,garlic, carrots, sweet onions, herbal tea bouquets, cucumbers, squash, swiss chard, , lettuce, eggs

Beechwood Orchards –Apples, Peaches, donut peaches, nectarines, plums, mixed berries, apricots, pluots, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, heirloom tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, garlic, apple butter, honey, peach and apple sauce, rhubarb, asparagus.

Livengood’s Produce –Lettuce, Canteloupes, Tomatoes, Corn, beans, Summer Squash, strawberry and blueberry jam, chard, beets, red potatoes, cucumbers, cabbage, and more.

Big Sky Bakery – A wide range of breads and other certified organic baked goods!

The market atmosphere is casual and relaxed, a good mid-week market with a variety of products, particularly for residents out of town on the weekends. This season for the first time the farmers can accept Pennsylvania ACCESS, VISA, and MASTERCARD