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International House Philadelphia Celebrates the People & Culture of Armenia
This Saturday, May 18 at 6:30 pm, the International House Philadelphia (IHP) will host its 52nd Global Gala: Treasures of Armenia. Founded 100 years ago in 1910, IHP is an independent, non-profit organization housing nearly 400 students, scholars and interns from over 65 countries. This years Global Gala will be held at IHP’s award-winning building at 27th and Chestnut Street in University City. Armenian artwork will be on display while guests enjoy a traditional nine-course Armenian dinner. The Gala will provide an inside look at the many jewels within Armenia, while simultaneously raising funds for International Houses’ Armenian students and scholars. “After a one year hiatus, International House is excited to bring the gala back as a more »
Perry Milou: 20 Years Defined in One Spectacular Moment
Perry Milou, a contemporary pop artist, hosted Beyond the Canvas: A 20 Year Retrospective Event at the Trust Venue in Old City Philly last night. The blaring trumpets carried the sound throughout the venue, especially to the Silent Auction upstairs. The vibe was relaxed there, the hipster art collecting population was very present. The most charming of all was the artist himself. Milou, was excited about the turnout to the show. He had over 50 original paintings there ranging from $300 – $10,000. The messages and colors that he uses for his pieces of nothing less than magnificent. Something new he’s going to be working is the portrait of split faces. Two people that influence more »
Cheu Noodle Bar is Now Open
New Restaurant Alert! The Cheu Noodle Bar is now open! Located at 255 South 10th St, the Cheu Noodle Bar opens in the afternoon ready to serve eccentric noodle dishes to its customers. Tuesday is a funny day to be closed. However, its hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 4-10 p.m. The weekends is open an hour later; Friday and Saturday 4-11 p.m. Owners, chefs, and good friends,Ben Puchowitz and Shawn Darragh were set on creating classic noodle dishes with a little twist. Puchowitz worked as a chef at Matyson restaurant downtown for four years. Darragh has extensive food marketing experience to help their noodle bar dream come alive! Click here for their menu. Oodle Noodles! – Written by Adrienne more »
10 Reasons You’ll Get Honked at in Philly
1. You’re a female. No matter what you’re wearing, where you’re going, or what you look like, you’re going to get honked at. There’s no way to avoid it. The men of Philly think it’s just a daily routine to make women jump out of their shoes in fear that someone’s about to run into them or maybe they’re about to get hit! But no! It’s just a lovely, yellow-teeth smiling, sweaty, old man yelling at you cheerful obscenities that would make your mother cry. Good morning, Philadelphia. 2. Your foot doesn’t hit the break fast enough for the likings of the person whose car is trying to park in your backseat. You should more »
Easiest Meals to Cook if You Can’t Cook
We’ve all been there, the day when we’re challenged to step up to the plate, literally, and somehow cook a meal to impress our friends, family, or special someone. Only problem? Not all of us were paying close enough attention to mom growing up so we’re left scared, worried, and a little bit hopeless for our chances of actually making something come together. Well, we are bringing you some quick fix solutions for those nights you need a little help. Here is a few of our favorite and easiest meals to cook if you can’t cook. Quick & Easy Lasagna You can never go wrong with mom’s home cooked lasagna. Try this quick recipe, found more »
7 Things To Do On Your Day Off Work
Today is the day before your only Friday off from work in months. You know you have to take full advantage of the entire 24 hours, but you’re just not sure how. With this gorgeous spring weather blooming in Philadelphia, there’s countless ways to get the most out of this day. So save the most recent episode of Mad Men or Game of Thrones on your DVR, and get moving on these seven things to do on your day off! —- 1. Get to know your city Philadelphia is a city best seen on a bike. There are countless trails and paths that can keep you riding for hours! Wheel Fun Rentals located in the more »
Reasons Why The Subway Doesn’t Suck
We all live in the city, and need to get around, but to some of us the subway is the way of transportation they would pick. The subway is known for its dirty, grim, and the interesting characters you may meet in the cars. The city is a little harsh on the subway, it is not as bad as what we imagine it to be. Actually it may be better for you than taking your own car, and here are some reasons… The Fares You cannot beat the fares of the subway, it is only $2 dollars to get on and ride. Most likely if you are going to be traveling by car in the city you will more »
The Third Annual Cupcake Smash
Get ready for the sweetest competition of the year at the third annual Cupcake Smash! Head over to PYT at the Piazza on Saturday, April 27th from 2pm-5pm to see competitors bakeoff in a benefit for Philabundance. Philabundance and PYT are challenging bakers to seek inspiration in Tommy Up’s adventurous menu. Judges include Nima Etemadi and Lily Fischer of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, A Cupcake Wonderland as well as Zoe Lukas, Tony Luke Jr., Wendy Rollins, Caroline Russock, Tommy Up and Chef Nathan Volz. 100% of all proceeds will go to Philabundance. On behalf of Philabundance, Uber will offer all attendees who are new users a free ride up to $20 to or from The Piazza on April 27 with promo code CUPCAKESMASH13. Promo code can be entered more »
Date Responsibly Launch Party
Join i-g creative and Kevin Carr in celebration of the launch of his new book “Date Responsibly. A Kevin Carr Book”. The event will take place on Thursday, April 25th from 7pm-10pm at Room 12. Entertainment provided by host Darcel of Hot107.9Philly and music by DJ GregNitty. Enjoy drink specials for the night: $3 domestics $4 house wine $5 mix drinks For more information or to RSVP call 267.400.0004 or email info@i-gcreative.com.
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Steps to flawless skin
Steps to concealing wrinkles, pimples, dark circles, and more have become easier than ever with these make up tips. Make up has been around forever for women to conceal their imperfections, but sometimes the makeup we use turns out flaky and uneven. Here are some simple steps to flawless looking skin. Apply Primer. After you moisturize, spread on a light primer that has the ingredient silica in it. Silica has a filling effect that will help you get the flawless look you want. A foundation that’s creamy and moisturizing won’t settle into fine lines and wrinkles on your face so it is important to use primer, but use it sparingly because the more you add, the more more »
Roll up in style with Uber Car Service
Finding a taxi in the city can be a serious hassle especially late at night or on the weekends. And who wants to deal with rude and inexperienced drivers? Well Uber Car Service takes care of all that for you with friendly service and sleek cars to drive you around in style. Wherever you may be in the beautiful city of Philadelphia Uber can pick you up promptly. The coolest feature of Uber is the App that you can download on your Smartphone. All you have to do is let the maps pick up your location and then two different texts will be sent to you. The first text will dispatch a driver to where more »
Scannicchio’s The Best of the Best BYOB
Scannicchio’s has been voted the best BYOB in South Philly for the 6th year in the row. They have been thriving in the BYOB category since 2006. This small Italian restaurant has only been in South Philly for 8 years, but they have made their mark on the city. Scannicchio’s was opened by Chef & Owner Christian Varalli and partner Mike Gibson on August 1st 2003. Christian and Mike have been lifelong friends and have always dreamed of opening their own restaurant. The restaurant is in a cozy location right on Broad Street. The dining room seats 70 diners comfortably, with contemporary Italian music playing softly in the background. In their first year, Scannicchio’s won Best of Philadelphia, for Italian more »
Ryan Leslie at Union Transfer 4/18
Finishing up his “Black Mozart” tour, Ryan Leslie will be burning down the stage at theUnion Transfer this Thursday, April 18th, at 8PM. Ryan Leslie has had his hands on all parts of the music process, being a record producer, singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, and rapper from Washington D.C.. He was raised in 8 cities across 2 continents, a senior at Harvard by the age of 19 and has spent the last seven years producing records for a myriad of artists and releasing two award-winning albums of his own. Leslie is known for his success with his own media company NextSelection Lifestyle Group and his work with NextSelection/Bad Boy/Atlantic recording artist Cassie for her single “Me & U”. He has also more »
Cocktails with Efva
Join Janine Just Inc. for an elegant night of Cocktails with Efva. On April 17th, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm at 36 Little West 12th St, New York, NY enjoy complimentary cocktails by Absolut Vodka, passed hors d’oeuvres, Sockerbit candy bars, and guest swag bags as you view new jewelry pieces from the Efva Attling collection! Sponsors of the event are Absolut, Sockerbit, and Go Green Ride. RSVP: press@janinejust.com and on the Eventbrite. Written by Lauren Resnick
Cuts for a Cause at Giovanni and Pileggi
Giovanni and Pileggi will be hosting Cuts for a Cause, a special fundraiser in support of the Gift of Life Donors Program through Donors are Heroes THE Party! Come grab a new look at Giovanni with discounted style packages while supporting a great cause. Cuts for a Cause will raise funds with Donors are Heroes for organ and tissue donation awareness. Their annual THE Party taking place on April 26th will raise funds to help maintain public awareness programs to dispel the myths surrounding becoming an organ donor and the need for life-saving, life-enhancing transplants. On Sunday, April 14, 2013 from 10am-4pm, Giovanni’s wonderful stylists will be donating 50% of their services to THE Party in support of Gift of Life Donor more »
Donors are Heroes 11th Anniversary THE Party
Celebrate National Donate Life Month with a fun night of cocktails, dancing and food from eleven of Philadelphia’s finest restaurants and caterers at the Donors Are Heroes 11th Anniversary THE Party. Donors are Heroes, founded in 2001, is a group of committed volunteers working together to support the Gift of Life program, the nonprofit organ and tissue donor program serving the eastern half of Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and Delaware. Since its founding in 1974, Gift of Life has served as the link between donors and patients awaiting life-saving transplants. The event will take place on Friday, April 26th at 8:00 PM at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia. THE Party will raise funds to help maintain public awareness programs, school more »
5th Annual Dancing with the Philadelphia Stars
The Sickle Cell Disease Association Philadelphia/Delaware Valley Chapter is back for the 5th annual Dancing with the Philadelphia Stars. This year, nine local notable men and women will be competing to raise sickle cell awareness throughout the Philadelphia and Delaware Valley. Dancing with the Philadelphia Stars is to assist in raising money to fund Sickle Cell education and programs, and shine the spotlight on a genetic disease that exists in staggeringly high numbers in the African American and Hispanic communities. The event will take place on Sunday, April 21, 2013 from 5:00PM to 10:00PM at the Crystal Tea Room (100 E. Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103). NBC 10’s Lori Wilson will be hosting the dancing all-star lineup of media personalities, tourism and hospitality more »
A Preview to Made in America 2
If you weren’t there last year then you truly missed out. Jay-Z’s Made in America tour which took place last September brought in several big names to put on an unforgettable performance that is still being talked about today. Made in America is so unique in that it combines artist from different musical styling’s, so in this concert is for everyone. The festival is meant to bring people from all over with different musical tastes for one amazing weekend. With last year being the huge success that it was, they have decided to give the fans what they want and bring back another festival filled with the biggest names in music. People everywhere can hardly more »
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