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  • Barber + bleach?

    So I have been part of this community for a while and there have been 9875985985985859875985985 hair posts, but they mainly seem to be written by women.

    I am wondering if there is a good barbershop in the area that also bleaches hair. Or if I should just [...]
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    Posted: December 04, 2009, 7:32pm EST

  • Cinematic Titanic (a.k.a. MST3k) coming to the area

    For you MST3K fans out there, I thought I'd share that Cinematic Titanic (staring the original MST3k cast) are doing a special New Year's Eve 3-Movie Marathon at the Keswick Theater in Glenside. (Link)

    [FYI: Tickets are $50 or so, but my site is giving away a pair' [...]
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    Posted: December 04, 2009, 6:43pm EST

  • Free Parking on Saturdays in December

    FYI for those with cars:

    PPA Gives Gift of Free Meter Parking in City on Saturdays


    Free metered street parking! A holiday gift from the Philadelphia Parking Authority.

    Every Saturday after 11am now through December 26th in Philadelphia, you won't need to pay for metered street parking.
    ' [...]
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    Posted: December 04, 2009, 4:58pm EST

  • Handel's Messiah

    Does anyone know of a sing-along Messiah in the area this year? [...]
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    Posted: December 03, 2009, 2:38pm EST

  • free cups of coffee! today and tomorrow

    This just happened to me so I thought I'd pass on the free-ness. I AM NOT A REPRESENTATIVE OF SPRINT (4g lol)!!

    At the coffee shop on 10th and Carpenter, free cups of coffee are being given out by a Sprint 4g lady. she takes your pic and you' [...]
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    Posted: December 02, 2009, 9:22am EST

  • A long shot but...

    Would anyone be willing to buy a Crosley Rochester Entertainment Center off of me? I'm asking for $75. It is still new in box. I got it as a gift and have no interest in it.' [...]
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    Posted: December 01, 2009, 3:00pm EST

  • because nothing says "holidays" like a $2,000 electric bill.

    Hey Philadelphians... do any of you know of any tours of Philly-are neighborhoods that go crazy with their holiday decorations... or at least someplace where there's a list of neighborhoods that do? I'm feeling a strong need to spend an evening looking at cheesy inflatable Santas and getting my eyeballs' [...]
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    Posted: December 01, 2009, 1:57pm EST

  • Tattoo!

    I've decided on getting a tattoo soon but the only place I know are the places on south street. Does anyone know of good local places? I live in center city but can easily travel. My only real stipulation is that my artist be from Philly because I'm sure anyone [...]
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    Posted: November 30, 2009, 9:29pm EST

  • Imogen Heap on Tuesday

    I'm desperate for two tickets. Does anyone have any for sale?' [...]
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    Posted: November 29, 2009, 4:50pm EST

  • Ladies Eagles watches for sale to benefit Autism treatment

    Heya, with state budget cuts my kiddo's autism classes were significantly reduced. She desperately needs speech therapy so in an effort to raise the much needed funds, we are holding a little family fundraiser for her. If you or anyone you know might want to purchase one of these watches, [...]
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    Posted: November 28, 2009, 3:04am EST

  • NKS is NoLibs!

    If you're planning to be in Northern Liberties this weekend, please check out my window display near 2nd and Green Sts.

    Happy Thanksgiving!



    www.nicolekristianastudio.com' [...]
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    Posted: November 25, 2009, 5:28pm EST

  • pre-Thanksgiving frugal fun

    On Wednesday night, November 25, come to Humpday Hootenanny at Walking Fish Theatre for Fishtown's best all-acoustic open-mic, hosted by Vince Friel of The Absinthe Drinkers. Have a cup of Torreo coffee or ten, relax and hear some good music, or play some.

    Walking Fish Theatre [...]
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    Posted: November 23, 2009, 6:38pm EST

  • Alternative music dance party on Weds; under 21 welcome






    NOTE: This Wednesday, November 25th, is our busiest night of the year. Our free parking lot is open as always but it does fill up early. The cover for this night is $10. As always, all ages are welcome; you must be 21+ [...]

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    Posted: November 23, 2009, 3:53pm EST

  • science fiction course at CCP

    This Spring 2010 at CCP, for anyone who might be interested.

    ENGL 265 Science Fiction
    This course examines the history of science fiction from its origins in the nineteenth century to the present. Students read works of science fiction, study the history and development of the genre, and examine [...]
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    Posted: November 20, 2009, 8:23pm EST

  • NACHO CRAWL PHILLY



    11/28 is my birthday. AND NACHOS.

    NACHOOOOOOSSSSS.

    Need I say more? [...]
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    Posted: November 20, 2009, 2:51pm EST

  • Amanda Palmer

    Amanda Palmer outside WXPN this afternoon. Shes playing the TLA tonight. Live Nation says there are still tickets.

    [...]
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    Posted: November 18, 2009, 2:39pm EST

  • good stylist for curly hair?

    it looks like my hair stylist has decided to be a stay-at-home mom, so i need to find someone new. can anyone recommend a stylist who's good with hair that's both curly and fine? i've had so many disastrous cuts over the years from people who didn't understand this kind [...]
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    Posted: November 16, 2009, 7:18pm EST

  • house concert tomorrow, Fri 11/13 - new seats available!

    Hey everyone -

    Some of you know about the Mark Erelli house concert we're hosting tomorrow evening... we've had a few seats open up at the last minute, so I wanted to put out the word to all of you in case you're looking for something fun to do' [...]
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    Posted: November 12, 2009, 7:11am EST

  • Question

    Has anyone ever had a problem with PECO? I just moved into a place this weekend (I'm RENTING) and the landlord had the electric on (guess he knows someone who can turn it on and off)and said he would keep it on until we got it in our name. So' [...]
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    Posted: November 09, 2009, 3:25pm EST

  • Does anyone have any experience volunteering with ...

    Does anyone have any experience volunteering with Philabundance?

    I was originally just thinking about donating but now thinking about volunteering as well. [...]
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    Posted: November 09, 2009, 12:07pm EST

  • spotted on JFK outside of 30th St. Station

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    Posted: November 09, 2009, 9:16am EST

  • Strike is over if you want it

    Strike is over! Supposedly. The Inquirier is citing Rendell saying it's actually really for reals over, and the union formally votes tomorrow. Supposedly everything'll be back up and running for rush hour tomorrow morning. If it doesn't happen, well, that's not my fault, now is it? [...]
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    Posted: November 09, 2009, 12:59am EST

  • Little help?

    I'm looking for a company that can install an iron railing in my front steps, preferably prior to the real onset of winter, at which point my steps may freeze and I may fall and break my ass. As it turns out, stores like Home Depot and Lowes only sell' [...]
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    Posted: November 08, 2009, 7:50pm EST

  • Yep, we knew this would happen

    SEPTA strike woes

    Oh if only there was a draft option. We could threaten them with that like they did in the 40s. Of course that might be a problem since women aren't usually drafted.' [...]
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    Posted: November 08, 2009, 6:09pm EST

  • romantic weekend?

    Hi all! I'm trying to plan a romantic weekend for my boyfriend's birthday. The both of us live in Philly area and don't have access to a car, so everything involved will need to be either in the city or within train's reach. I think I've got a plan for' [...]
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    Posted: November 08, 2009, 4:47pm EST

  • I guess we better get used to driving & the jackasses on the road

    TWU: Binding arbitation would end SEPTA strike [...]
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    Posted: November 06, 2009, 8:52pm EST

  • Not good at all.

    Posted on Fri, Nov. 6, 2009

    SEPTA Strike, Day 4: Hopes fading for settlement

    By Paul Nussbaum
    INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

    Hopes for an end today to a transit strike receded as union leaders reviewed a revised contract offer from SEPTA.

    Leaders of the Transport Workers Union [...]
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    Posted: November 06, 2009, 12:58pm EST

  • frugal fun tonight in Fishtown

    Come see The Good Puppet of Szechwan at Walking Fish Theatre in Fishtown tonight. It's a preview, and it's pay-what-you-can. 7pm, 2509 Frankford Ave. [...]
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    Posted: November 05, 2009, 11:34am EST

  • Just curious

    Even though I know it's too good to be true, does anyone know if there is some secret underground bike lock-up area in Suburban Station? Like some of you, I'll be biking part of my way to work tomorrow, and was wondering if they'd be smart/accommodating enough to have a [...]
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    Posted: November 03, 2009, 11:53pm EST

  • Transpass

    This might be a long shot, but if anyone is planning on switching their commute to include Regional Rail, I have a transpass that I'd be willing to sell for $60. Shoot me an email at <sos@temple.edu> if you're interested. [...]
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    Posted: November 03, 2009, 9:14pm EST

  • Adult Basic Improv Class- One Day Only!

    Cubby Altobelli will be teaching a one-day class in Improvisation at Walking Fish Theatre on Saturday, 11/14 from noon to 5pm. If you sign up at walkingfishtheatre.com between now and November 7, you get to take the class for HALF OFF. Your admission to the class is only $25.
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    Posted: November 03, 2009, 5:56pm EST

  • SEPTA strikes as of 3:00 AM Tuesday

    They're striking after all. Nice to wake up to find out you have no way to work/school and no time to plan an alternate route.

    [www.philly.com]' [...]
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    Posted: November 03, 2009, 3:53am EST

  • Homeless Choir??

    Does anyone know of a homeless persons' choir in Philadelphia? or maybe a band/ensemble?
    Would also consider a choir of people in recovery or something similar.
    Maybe there's a transitional residence or day program that has a successful music program.

    I'm working on a public event for December around [...]
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    Posted: November 02, 2009, 8:30pm EST

  • Did you (or your neighbor) lose a cat near Broad & Oregon?

    There is a medium sized black cat in the alley way between Rosewood and Carlisle streets, 2600 block (between Oregon and Shunk).

    S/he doesn't appear to be skinny or that shy of people, so I wonder if he might belong to someone? He also brought a cat toy into' [...]
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    Posted: November 02, 2009, 2:56pm EST

  • Yeah, nice idea... (note the sarcasm)

    SEPTA strike deadline extended to 6 PM


    Okay, I have to ask this: WHAT THE FUCK?! Doesn't TWU know that they are going to give the city a massive black eye?! Let's say they don't come up with anything by 6 PM....THEY MADE THEIR DEADLINE BEFORE GAME [...]
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    Posted: October 31, 2009, 9:01am EDT

  • Where can you get one of ...


    Where can you get one of those froofy yellow baby parisoles around Bensalem?

    Called Party City, Babies R Us, Toys R Us, David's Bridal. Walmart has little kids umbrellas which would be okay too (I'll just add ribbon to the end), but no plain yellow ones (Only Spongebob. Damn' [...]
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    Posted: October 29, 2009, 1:05pm EDT

  • Any info on street parking around the Hilton Inn at Penn- 3600 Sansom Street ?

    I'm coming up from Maryland for Halloween, and staying at the Hilton Inn, but they charge $32 bucks for parking there. Wondering what the street parking is like around there? Will it be difficult to find a space?

    Im looking to come up on the 31st, early afternoon, maybe' [...]
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    Posted: October 29, 2009, 11:14am EDT

  • Legal Bootcamp for Small Business

    The Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic at Penn Law School and the Small Business Development Center at The Wharton School are offering free workshops to the public. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn about legal issues that affect small businesses and meet and mingle with other entrepreneurs.

    Non-Profit Enterprises: Navigating [...]
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    Posted: October 28, 2009, 2:17pm EDT

  • Hotel for two

    Okay, so.

    -I'm about to turn 22
    -I have a bank account
    -my girlfriend is 20
    -because of our living situations we never really have the opportunity to spend time together 'inside'. All of our dates pretty much occur outdoors at parks or the movies or doing some sort' [...]
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    Posted: October 28, 2009, 1:38pm EDT

  • Wednesday, 10/28: Do you like good music?

    This Wednesday is Game 1 of The World Series.

    If you're sick of Phillies Phever already, you have another option.

    Come to Humpday Hootenanny at Walking Fish Theatre! This is Fishtown's only all-acoustic open-mic night where you don't have to compete with televised sports events, arcade games, shuffleboard [...]
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    Posted: October 26, 2009, 8:47pm EDT

  • I couldn't think of anywhere else to post this.

    Hey, all! I'm Shannon, and I'm from the western suburbs.

    If anyone here happens to be (or know) a guitarist that is not attached to a band, I am looking for someone to write songs with. I sort of left music behind, at least in a serious way, when [...]
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    Posted: October 26, 2009, 7:59pm EDT

  • Dracula's Ball 10/31 Halloween party @ Shampoo (all ages)

    Shampoo Nightclub, 7th & Willow, Philadelphia. Saturday October 31st, Doors 9pm. Tickets $15. All ages welcome; 21+ w/ID to drink. 3 DJs, 2 bands, candy, vendors, door prizes. Free parking!



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    Posted: October 26, 2009, 4:20pm EDT

  • 69th st parking?

    im going to start taking the EL to work. i get on at 69th street terminal... does anyone know off hand of any cheap parking near the terminal? it would be all day parking.. like 730am- maybe 6pm or longer. or, if there's a lot near 63rd i could drive [...]
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    Posted: October 26, 2009, 10:56am EDT

  • Phillies/Yankees

    Figure I'd throw this out there (don't hate on me!)...

    I'm a Yankees season ticket holder with World Series tickets.  I'm hoping to make trade my pair of Yankees Game 2 tickets with someone's pair of tickets to Game 4 in Philly. 

    If you're interested shoot me' [...]
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    Posted: October 26, 2009, 1:34am EDT

  • Oh shit!

    SEPTA's largest union votes to strike


    This doesn't sound good...especially with the World Series coming up.' [...]
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    Posted: October 25, 2009, 11:11pm EDT

  • Couch foam replacement

    Does anyone have recommendations as to where I can get the foam in my couch cushions replaced?

    Center city, or South Jersey would be best as I live in old city and work in Marlton, NJ

    Thanks! [...]
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    Posted: October 25, 2009, 9:39pm EDT

  • 18+ clubs?

    Are there any good 18+ clubs in center city?
    My best friend is visiting, and he's hoping to do something more interesting that hang around my apartment. [...]
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    Posted: October 24, 2009, 7:17pm EDT

  • Gotta Love Us Philly Drivers!

    I recently saw a "almost" car accident happen right in front of me that I found quite impressive. Impressive because of the sheer...well let's just say BOTH drivers would have been at fault for this one, and I'm sure the police would have had a field day with the traffic' [...]
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    Posted: October 23, 2009, 11:47am EDT

  • Beads/Rhinestones

    Anyone know of anywhere that has a good selection? I'm looking to find some sew on plastic ones. Thanks.' [...]
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    Posted: October 22, 2009, 11:37pm EDT

  • Novelist peter Straub is speaking at temple ...

    Novelist peter Straub is speaking at temple tonight:


    THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009, 8:00 p.m.
    Peter Straub reads his work at Gladfelter Hall, Room 13, First Floor, Main Campus - 1115 West Berks Street off 11th & Berks Sts.) [...]
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    Posted: October 22, 2009, 7:16pm EDT

  • woot



    [www.philly.com] [...]
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    Posted: October 22, 2009, 2:14pm EDT

  • So ...

    I spent all night on a conference call.
    Did I miss anything? [...]
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    Posted: October 22, 2009, 12:18am EDT

  • cheap wigs?

    Suggestions for a place to buy a cheap wig? Seedy beauty supply stores are okay, as long as I can get to them by SEPTA. [...]
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    Posted: October 21, 2009, 8:08pm EDT

  • Tax problems?

    Hey. Who works as an independent contractor and has had to deal with the city business tax nonsense? I am in need of any advice, referrals to lawyers, etc. etc. about this stuff. It was brought to my attention by the tax office very late and I now am in [...]
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    Posted: October 20, 2009, 4:54pm EDT

  • Oxford Valley Mall craft show

    well its *near* Philadelphia anyway....

    there will be a hand crafts /arts show at Oxford Valley mall wednesday through Sunday.  in the mall on tables and etc.. Mall hours.  all items hand done by the artists etc .  i know, because i just found out i got in!
    they [...]
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    Posted: October 18, 2009, 9:47pm EDT

  • HALLOWEEN DRACULA'S BALL w/ EXCLUSIVE SHOWS by DOPE STARS, INC. + TAPPING THE VEIN

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    Posted: October 18, 2009, 3:23pm EDT

  • [nt]

    Image and video hosting by TinyPicSooo..I stepped on my laptop screen. Now it looks like this:
    I was told I need to get a new screen..I know that can be expensive, but I am more likely to be able to save enough for a screen [...]
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    Posted: October 17, 2009, 12:19pm EDT

  • Does anyone know?

    I've recently become engaged and am looking for a particular type of Argentinian Sandwich. I'd love to order them for my engagement party. These "triples" or "triples de miga", I remember fondly from when I was a child in NY. My dad would drive out to Queens to get them. [...]
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    Posted: October 16, 2009, 1:18pm EDT

  • yea...

    anybody know of any cheap places to frame regular 24 x 36 in posters? [...]
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    Posted: October 14, 2009, 11:19am EDT

  •  who has gone to the eastern state ...

     who has gone to the eastern state penitentiary? what were your experiences and on a scale from 1-10 how scary was it? 1 being not scary and 10 being extremely scary!! fill me in because i might be going this friday.  [...]
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    Posted: October 13, 2009, 6:54pm EDT

  • Philly libraries

    Hey, everybody, I don't know if you've heard about this, but the city library branches are in trouble. Here's the text of an e-mail I got earlier today.

    "I just found out from a friend that all Philadelphia regional and branch libraries are scheduled to be CLOSED (ie: shut" [...]
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    Posted: September 10, 2009, 8:57pm EDT

  • dollas & grills

    All right, so I looked through the dentist tag and got some ideas, but I want to ask you guys: what is the average cost of a filling before insurance in Philadelphia?

    I didn't sign up for our crappy dental insurance at work and the next enrollment isn't until [...]
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    Posted: September 10, 2009, 8:50pm EDT

  • The ING Distance Run is next week ...

    The ING Distance Run is next week on Sunday the 20th. They are looking for volunteers for Friday the 18th and Sunday the 20th

    If you are interested go to Philadelphia Distance Run Volunteer Sign up [...]
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    Posted: September 10, 2009, 7:43pm EDT

  • people or groups who take magazines?

    I have piles of issues of Archaeology magazine kicking around, just about every issue from the present and going back to 2003. Does anybody know if a school, library, or individual would be interested in them? I don't mind recycling them, but if someone would use them that would' [...]
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    Posted: September 08, 2009, 10:26am EDT

  • Fringe Festival

    What shows are you guys excited about?

    I wanna see the Alberto Gonzales opera. [...]
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    Posted: September 04, 2009, 2:24pm EDT

  • Spring City, PA

    I notice that SEPTA seems to somehow run into Spring City ...but the trip planner is giving me no results that actually work. Does anyone happen to know what line / route to take to get from Philadelphia to Spring City (specifically to near the S.C. golf course but anywhere [...]
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    Posted: September 03, 2009, 4:10pm EDT

  • elementary education teaching-phila school district

    Hi, I'm wondering if anyone could offer any advice about teaching certificate programs in philadelphia, and teaching positions. I currently have 2 bachelor's degrees in environmental studies and psychology. I applied and got rejected from Philadelphia Teaching Fellows and Teach for America, so I am looking to get a teaching' [...]
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    Posted: August 31, 2009, 3:36pm EDT

  • selling dvds

    any ideas of the best place to sell used dvds in the city?

    thanks! [...]
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    Posted: August 29, 2009, 3:45pm EDT

  • so for my best friend's birthday, i ...

    so for my best friend's birthday, i promised to take him to a "massage parlor," if you know what i mean.
    i don't know if this is appropriate for here, or the illegal philly community but i was hoping someone could help me find something legit, if those sort of' [...]
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    Posted: August 29, 2009, 3:12pm EDT

  • Vistiting September 18-20th seeking advice

    Greetings,
    My wife and I will be celebrating our wedding anniversary in your city on September 18th-19th and I was wondering if anyone could give me any advice.
    -Hotel Any advice on a hotel? Something affordable, location means far more than amenities. I know being here in DC, that though [...]
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    Posted: August 28, 2009, 5:48pm EDT

  • ANNOUNCING my New Salon SUGAR!! Philly's Alternative Salon!

    ANNOUNCING my New Salon SUGAR!! Philly's Alternative Salon!




    Hi all! i am proud to Announce i'm opening a Salon SUGAR in the center city area off the South street strip!
    go to www.myspace.com/salonsugar
    and add my salon page for more details' [...]
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    Posted: August 27, 2009, 10:55pm EDT

  • Skydiving

    Recommendations for a nearby skydiving center? I'm looking at Crosskeys but any other suggestions are welcome. And bonus points for a place that offers student/military discounts.' [...]
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    Posted: August 27, 2009, 10:52pm EDT

  • Hello! I am a first year teacher ...

    Hello! I am a first year teacher living on 46th and Pine in West Philly. I am new to the neighborhood, and am quite in love with it, having had the opportunity to see firsthand how fun, interesting, and generous people are around here. (And in Philadelphia, in general, contrary [...]
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    Posted: August 27, 2009, 6:27pm EDT

  • Morning Pics of Philly

    I was in Center City on Monday morning, and the light was so beautiful I had to take some pictures. I've posted the best in today's blog entry, if anyone's interested.' [...]
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    Posted: August 27, 2009, 4:20pm EDT

  • Ambulance Fail.

    6am Tuesday morning, 4800 block of chestnut street:










    Car was parked. Tree uninjured. Status of other occupants unknown. [...]
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    Posted: August 27, 2009, 3:45pm EDT

  • Moving!

    Does anyone have moving boxes that we could have/buy for very cheap?

    Or know where we could purchase some for cheap?

    Thanks! [...]
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    Posted: August 25, 2009, 11:25pm EDT

  • Yarn stores

    Does anyone know of any good yarn stores, preferably near Center City? I know of one in the suburbs (Ewe & I in Narberth) and I suspect that there are probably some by Fabric Row but I'd prefer a more accessible location of possible. I'm not a knitter but I'm' [...]
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    Posted: August 25, 2009, 4:37pm EDT

  • Do something good for once. Nasha Harmon Memorial Fund

    This from my neighborhood association:

    Nasha Harmon Memorial Fund

    Dear neighbors.

    For those who don’t already know, a little 11-year-old girl named Nasha Harman died last week in a house fire at 1920 Carpenter Street. The funeral was this past Saturday at the New Light Beulah Baptist [...]
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    Posted: August 24, 2009, 11:46am EDT

  • Update on Crazy Vanilla Icecream


    A few months back, I posted about Crazy Vanilla Ice Cream and if anyone knew of any place in the area that sold it.

    2 weeks ago, I was out in WI visiting a friend of mine, and she took me to the WI state fair. They had it there, only [...]
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    Posted: August 23, 2009, 12:14pm EDT

  • "Triple chocolate" cookies from the Reading Terminal

    Hello!

    I've never really shopped at the Reading Terminal. I recently asked a good friend of mine about her favorite cookie, and she told me 'triple chocolate' cookies from 'somewhere in the Reading Terminal'. Does this bring anything to mind for my fellow LJers? I want to surprise her' [...]
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    Posted: August 23, 2009, 11:02am EDT

  • amazing storm

    For about three minutes the sky went black, clouds were swirling around in circles and for a span of about 30 seconds I was convinced I was watching a tornado forming but then holes appeared and ... blue sky above. It was crazy weather. A small amount of lightning, not [...]
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    Posted: August 21, 2009, 11:54pm EDT

  • sushi at Tampopo 3!

    Hello all,
    Not sure if you have had a chance to make it over to the new Tampopo 3 yet in West Philly, but let me tell you--it's delicious! The only problem is that unlike their other locales, they are not serving sushi. This is a very sad thing to [...]
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    Posted: August 21, 2009, 11:23am EDT

  • Closing out the Summer Season...

    It seems that the scene has witnessed a true resurgence as of late…

    Indeed, this new found revival appears to carry a very real sense of possibility & a feeling of anticipation for what the future may hold. Like the phoenix rising from a period that was caught in [...]

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    Posted: August 19, 2009, 3:58am EDT

  • long hair stylists

    Hey Philadelphians,

    Anyone know of a hair salon that specializes in (really) long hair care or stylists who won't try to cut 7" off my hair when I go in for a trim? I have close to waist length hair and I've found word of mouth recommendations are better [...]
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    Posted: August 18, 2009, 9:43pm EDT

  • party halls

    Can anyone tell me some good places for a baby shower (party/banquet hall/restaurant etc) that is resonably priced for about 50 people...and what should I expect to pay with food at a buffet style party? [...]
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    Posted: August 17, 2009, 4:14pm EDT

  • I'm a Drexel student (transfer from Boston) ...

    I'm a Drexel student (transfer from Boston) looking for housing, preferably a Studio or 1 bed. I could search off-campus sites and craigslist forever but being unfamiliar with Philly I am trying to avoid the nightmarish experience of moving into a place that is glamorized online and awful and unsafe' [...]
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    Posted: August 17, 2009, 9:59am EDT

  • $650 looking for twentysomething for 2 bdrm

    hello internet!

    i am currently looking for a non-smelly, friendly, responsible roommate to move into my bi-level, 2 bedroom apartment between 2nd & 3rd on south. rent is $650 a month and includes water. the apartment is also great because there is a washer/dryer in the [...]
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    Posted: August 17, 2009, 9:22am EDT

  • curly haircuts

    Wondering if anyone with natural curls (and keeps it relatively shortish) has or knows someone in the city who can do a good job cutting it. preferably someone who will trim/cut hair dry and not wet. also preferably near the east passyunk area? thanks. [...]
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    Posted: August 14, 2009, 11:44pm EDT

  • questions for tomorrow- franklin institute and south street

    where's the best place to park cheap, for franklin institute and south street. also anyone wanna recommend REALLY good food places not terribly expensive near either place? [...]
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    Posted: August 14, 2009, 11:09pm EDT

  • Lawn care

    Anyone have a number for a reliable lawn care guy? My tiny back lawn is completely overgrown (mostly because my neighbor stopped doing it for us and we don't own a mower) and it needs some love. Probably a one-time thing but if it works out I'd consider setting up [...]
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    Posted: August 14, 2009, 10:05am EDT

  • Trash removal?

    I'm moving out of my apartment in West Philly and have all these furniture sitting on the curb that needs to be trashed. Who do I call that can remove it?' [...]
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    Posted: August 14, 2009, 9:39am EDT

  • National Halloween Convention 2010 - Valley Forge, PA

    The National Halloween Convention, in conjunction with The Convention Fans Blog, is holding a contest to give away a pair of VIP admission tickets to the convention. It is being in Valley Forge on April 29 - May 2, 2010. There is also a special dinner and behind the scenes [...]
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    Posted: August 13, 2009, 4:13pm EDT

  • wanted, fun cheap stuff for Saturday

    would you recommend fun things and cheap to do in Philly for Saturday for the day? We're pretty geeky and I'm artsy and pagan.... both of us love snarky sarcastic stuff, and we are very into SF.

    We might hit the Franklin Institute (not cheap) but I'd like' [...]
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    Posted: August 13, 2009, 3:00pm EDT

  • bicycle shipping

    does anyone know of a place that ships bicycles? i'm moving out of the city soon & need my bike mailed to my final destination. i've called some bicycle shops & haven't had much luck. thanks in advance!' [...]
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    Posted: August 12, 2009, 12:16pm EDT

  • Health symbols

    To Whom it May Concern:

    I know that health care is a major concern amongst people nowadays, but that doesn't give you and your cronies the right to paint blue health symbols on the freshly repaved sidewalk outside of my place of employment.
     
    Thanks

    I've [...]
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    Posted: August 12, 2009, 11:21am EDT

  • cat grooming

    Does anyone have any experience with a groomer in the city that does a full "lion trim" on cats? (a.k.a clipping the hair on the body short but leaving the mane and tail.) My roommate's kitty needs desperate relief from her matted coat. I'm also curious as to how much' [...]
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    Posted: August 10, 2009, 5:16pm EDT

  • I'm going to be moving to...West Chester, ...

    I'm going to be moving to...West Chester, I think is the area, off one of the R-lines.

    I am looking for a Japanese martial arts place to start learning and dropping some pounds, hopefully. Shotokan karate or kendo would be my ideal choices, but most martial arts are fine' [...]
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    Posted: August 10, 2009, 12:47pm EDT

  • I recently moved to Upper Darby with ...

    I recently moved to Upper Darby with no experience living in this part of the suburbs. I'm still looking for good thrift stores, used furniture stores, a mechanic, and a good hair salon. Does anybody have recommendations for any of those, particularly in the Drexel Hill, Springfield, Lansdowne, or Haverford' [...]
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    Posted: August 07, 2009, 2:59pm EDT

  • question for all the philly road warriors...

    i'm going to be driving around to meet some of my company's customers this week, and i started mapping out my routes online... i'm being told that there's construction happening on the northeast extension of the turnpike, as well as on rt. 363 between doylestown and furlong.

    can anyone [...]
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    Posted: July 27, 2009, 10:28am EDT

  • Jeans

    So I don't know if this is a weird question but: is there anywhere in the city other short girls like myself have had particular success finding jeans that fit?  Like, my problem is that if they fit around the waist they are always a couple inches too long.  I was just wondering, before I buy new' [...]

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    Posted: July 26, 2009, 6:37pm EDT
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