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Word on the Street

What do you enjoy most about the change in seasons? “Being able to go to the park and playing disc golf.” Max Rose, Ninth and Wharton streets

“For me, I like to garden, so to me, spring represents a renewal. I have 40 flower boxes in my garden. It’s relaxing, it’s great exercise and the end result is beautiful flowers.” Carol Pasquarello, 13th and Ritner streets

“The people. Everyone coming out.” Stephanie Richards, 22nd and Wolf streets

“[There are] more birds.” James Dorwant, 12th and Jackson streets

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he wicked winter weather has finally left us. Spring begins Saturday and those other two bellwethers of the season — St. Patrick’s Day and Daylight Savings Time — are now in the past. It’s about time. This spring, possibly more than any other in recent memory, will be greeted with open arms, budding trees, sunshine and jam-packed playgrounds. There will be no worrying about allergies, pollen, stem to stern house cleaning and the like. Push the windows open, hear the noise outside and feel the breeze. When there is so much to be had in the world, it can be easy to overlook what’s in the backyard. Our Readers’ Choice voters took the time to tell us what the best is out there on their streets, in their schools and everywhere in between. There were hundreds upon hundreds of responses and the stifling winter gave people plenty of time to think.

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What was the best Spectrum event of the long-time stadium’s final year? What is the best place for a bachelor or bachelorette party? The ballot also gave all who participated a chance to look at they way we are living. Eating at home is up and money is an ongoing concern for just about everyone. Yet, people still love going out and being seen and making the scene, but dollars in the pocket are nice, too. Who says you can’t have it all? We tackled moneysavers and places to go for (sometimes free) fun this year with categories like Best Dollar Menu (who hasn’t indulged?) at a chain eatery, favorite student/senior discount and best place to people watch or grab a cup of coffee. If you didn’t know who had the best bang for your buck before, this is a pretty good primer from the people who use them religiously. There is much out there this spring and there is plenty of time to take advantage of it. Our readers have done the hard work, which can be found on the following pages: Of putting together the blueprint for a pretty good spring day in South Philly. SPR —Cynthia Marone

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ontinuing its streak of being a readers’ favorite for best cheesesteak is Geno’s Steaks, which has held the title since 2006. Walking toward 1219 S. Ninth St., the odor of mouth-watering rib-eye and melted cheese can be inhaled from blocks away. The effulgent neon display that adorns the second level can make a person feel the same way — glowing with anticipation. Seeing patrons huddled over their steaks with both elbows on the table, it’s easy to assume everyone is a tried-and-true local, but many travel into the city for the sole purpose of eating at Geno’s. Donald Cimorelli of Pottsville was in town to go to the airport and said, “I grew up in South Philadelphia, and I really couldn’t allow myself to be in the area and not get a Geno’s cheesesteak.” After so many years, how does Geno’s continue to deliver the goods? “We never stop striving to be the best,” employee Jeffrey Beres said. “The qual-

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The word is out: Countless people have chimed in, telling us what’s the best in South Philly. With the sum total ready, the Review sums it all up and presents the 2010 Readers’ Choice winners …

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A Geno’s manager serves up a gooey, hot cheesesteak to a hungry customer who knows exactly what he wants. ity of steak we use, steer rib-eye, as well as the courtesy of our employees and the cleanliness of our establishment,” are three factors Beres believes make Geno’s standout. Pat’s Steaks came in an extremely close second, while Tony Luke’s placed third.

No place like Primos

he original home of PrimoHoagies, 1528 Ritner St., still is a favorite of locals and they have named it favorite hoagie for the second-straight year. “It’s something nice because right now things around the city are a little slow,” Manager Audrey Neigre said. “I’m happy people still see us as No. 1.”

Sliced and ready to be devoured, PrimoHoagies employee Paul Pemberton probably has a few minutes before those hoagies disappear.

Starting out as a grocery store 18 years ago, the shop branched out throughout Philadelphia and beyond with its original menu and added more selections through the years. Wraps were recently added and Neigre hopes to add the option of wheat bread soon. “We’re trying to get a little more variety other than hoagies,” she said. For now, staples like the Italian, which contains prosciutto, provolone, hot capacola and genoa salami, as well as the chicken cutlet and meatball sandwiches, keep customers lining up. “I’m sure it’s the quality of the food and the friendliness here. Everybody is like family here,” Neigre, whose father Rich owns the franchise, said.

The winning waitstaff at the Penrose Diner, above, can’t help but serve with a smile — especially when they are bringing famished customers (and reader favorites) their pancakes and early-bird dinner specials. Termini Bros. sole pizzelle maker for more than a decade, Nancy Badalamenti, right, delicately arranges a tray of the crispy cookies. PrimoHoagies is popping up left and right with more than 60 locations throughout the tri-state area. Even if residents move from the area and are near another location, they are still flocking to Primos’ birthplace. “Everyone keeps coming back here, being the original store and everything,” she said. Lil’ Nick’s Deli came in at second with Chickie’s Italian Deli close behind at third.

Pizzazz to these pizzelles

ince Termini recalls his grandmother making pizzelles one at a time on the stove when he was growing up. Now he and his sons, the boys behind Termini Bros., make the best in the area, according to readers. “We make them two at a time,” Termini said. “We have about six pizzelle irons that we use all day.” For 13 years, Nancy Badalamidi spends most of her day making the sweet cookies at 1523 S. Eighth St. before distributing them to the company’s four other locations, including 1538 Packer Ave., and to customers across the country, Termini said. “They just fly off the shelves,” he said. Badalamidi will be happy to hear about

the honor, Termini said. “She’ll be thrilled,” he said. “She’s like part of the family.” At first, Termini Bros., which will celebrate its 88th year in November, only made the Italian treat during the winter holiday season, but when demand grew, the bakery decided to offer them year-round. While the cookies are slightly thicker than homemade, to prevent them from breaking during shipping, the quality and tastiness is unchanged, Termini said. “We use pure anise oil and the recipe is adhered to and they’re always consistent,” he said. Cosmi’s Pastries baked up second, with Potito’s Bakery heating up third.

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With pie in the sky dreams, SLiCE owners Marlo and Jason Dilks take pride in the authentic Italian taste of their pizzas — and readers love them for it. very exciting. It’s a testament to the great staff we have, the great help we have and the great customers we have.” After taking best omelet last year, Penrose was voted as having the best pancakes this year. The diner’s hotcakes can be ordered as a short stack, alongside eggs and a meat like bacon or ham or topped with fruit, which is the more popular choice, Dovas said. “I think we make big pancakes, a nice size, nice and fluffy, always fresh and at a reasonable price,” he said. Later in the day, dinner specials also provide patrons with great prices, he said. Voted best early-bird dinner special, Penrose offers daily specials ranging from fish to pasta to steak starting at 3 p.m. “That’s the nice part about a diner,” he said. “You can find just about anything you’re looking for.” Rounding out its awards is best waitstaff, which at Penrose, consists of knowledgeable people who enjoy what they do, Dovas said. “We have the best waitstaff around,” he said. “They’re friendly. They know the people from the community. It’s not work when they come in. They talk to the customers and I think the customers enjoy hanging out with them.” For pancakes and early-bird dinner special, Oregon Diner followed close behind, with Melrose mixing up third. Bomb Bomb Italian Restaurant and BBQ Grill’s waitstaff served up second with Melrose Diner ordering up third.

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liCE owner Jason Dilks opened his 3year-old pizzeria after finding himself displeased with the local, Americanized selections.

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“I’m actually a mechanical engineer and then I got into the pizza business because I married a girl from South Philly and she took me for pizza and I didn’t think there was anything unique in South Philly in terms of pizza,” he said. The Bucks County native, who now lives in Queen Village with wife and coowner Marlo, wanted to create an authentic Italian pizzeria like one he frequented growing up. He opened up shop at 1180 S. 10th St. and later expanded to Rittenhouse Square. Three years later, Jason was pleased to have the crown for most original pizza. “It’s very important to me,” he said. “Most of my customer base — 90 percent — is from South Philly. It’s very flattering to know they look at me that way.” The eatery not only delivers, but the BYOB provides a restaurant atmosphere where residents can eat-in and relax with a glass of wine and a Neapolitan-style pie like a true Italian pizzeria, Marlo said. “We want to make it that type of environment,” Marlo, who grew up at 20th and Ritner streets, said. At SliCE, using only the freshest, nontraditional toppings, the thin-crusted pies are sprinkled with cheese before pouring on the sauce. The pizzas include popular choices such as the Margherita that consists of fresh mozzarella topped with San Marzano tomatoes and basil, or the white variety favorite Florentine, which includes extra-virgin olive oil and garlic topped with mozzarella, ricotta, spinach and tomatoes. “They’re just very original because in Italy, they do put unique toppings on their pizza, she said. “It’s a meal in Italy, it’s not a fast food.” City Pizza sliced up second, while Celebre’s Pizzeria heated up third.

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ealthy and tasty are much sought-after menu adjectives in these parts and readers who know their stuff have chosen Fuel for most original salad and, since they love everything else on offer, favorite new restaurant. The salad win was no surprise to owner and manager Rocco Cima, who takes great pride in the greens that come out of the kitchen. “Because we are health conscious, salads are very important and all of our sandwiches come with a side salad.” There are many factors that go into making the scrumptious green combos, the most important of which is freshness. “We use all fresh ingredients that we get from the market every day,” he said. “You can taste the freshness. It is not prebagged, everything is fresh and we get everything from the market ourselves.” The restaurants most popular salad is the tuna and arugula, that, in addition to the usual Fuel freshness, is dressed in a lemon vinagarette that is markedly different from balsamic or raspberry. Something different is what struck readers who chose the spot at 1917 E. Passyunk Ave. as best new eatery. For Fuel, attention to a fresh and upbeat outlook on the restaurant business is paramount to their success — especially in these economic climes. Cima, who can be heard as a DJ on Q102, first got the idea for the restaurant during a trip to California. “I do a lot of traveling to L.A. for my job and what’s big on the West Coast is healthy food,” he said, “I saw that South Philly was missing this, and I wanted to bring a little West Coast flavor to the area.” What makes an impression besides the delectable salads?

“I think we’re just very personable with customers and very attentive to what they want and their needs,” Cima said. “We are giving a very healthy product that people crave and you can’t normally get in South Philadelphia at a reasonable price.” For salads, Johnny Barrels crunched in at second and Isabella stuck a fork in second. Favorite new restaurant second-place honors went to Fond and third place went to was tied up by several new spots.

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hen it comes to all-you-can-eat Ruby Buffet, 1100 S. Columbus Blvd., what pleases locals is the selection and quality. “I’m so thankful for my customers,” Manager Jane Li said of the honor of being named best buffet. The restaurant that has dished up international cuisine and seafood for four years offers even more choices, including Chinese, Japanese, American and Italian dishes, along with vegetarian options with lunch ranging from $6.99 to $8.99 and dinner costing $12.99 with discounts available for ages 10 and younger and 65 and older. “We have fresh food and a lot of seafood, good choice,” she said. “Our restaurant is nice and clean.” Two-hundred offerings rotate weekly with six buffet bars consisting of oysters, seafood scampi, shrimp, mussels, salmon, stuffed flounder, prime rib, crispy duck, sirloin steak and lamb along with salads, soups and desserts. “We have a very fantastic sushi bar,” Li said. Grand King Buffet and Empire Buffet cleaned up at second and third, respectively.

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Whether dining under a canopy of stars or blue sky, Cantina Los Caballitos serves up Mexican food that spices things up.

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magine walls the color of a sunrise, gently glowing in glimmer generated by pastel-hued candles and strings of warm, electric lights. Now, add a touch of Latin flavor to the spicy, sultry décor, as well as a margarita mix that’s kind to your palate (and your wallet), and you just might fancy yourself suddenly shipped off to a vacation in Cabo San Lucas. Luckily, there is a place much closer to home where a diner can find all the amenities of a Mexican retreat. At 1651 E. Passyunk Ave., Cantina Los Caballitos has been serving up beloved, Spanish-style fare since its founding in spring 2006. It’s no wonder a bar-restaurant that specializes in south-of-the-border cuisine would sweep away the competition in the outdoor dining category. As Manager Tim Campbell said, “warm days [go well] with our great margaritas.” Don’t be fooled by the large windows that grace the front of the building — they are there for more than just a great view in or out. In fact, they act as sliding doors that allow the waitstaff easy access to both dining room and alfresco customers. According to Campbell, outside seating is available year-round, yet most wait until the warmer weather rolls in to bring the fiesta to the sidewalk. Yet, he believes there is more than one reason Cantina’s outdoor option has appeal. “The fun atmosphere is probably a big part of it, as well as great food, drink, and service,” he said. The menu includes everything from quesadillas and nachos to dishes that feature

goat and suckling pig. Happy hour, which runs from 4 to 6 p.m., favors outdoor diners who choose to catch a few rays with their meals. Los Caballitos, which is Spanish for “Little Horses,” is just one member of a much larger corral. Owners Dave Frank and Stephen Simons also hold the reins of Royal Tavern, 937 E. Passyunk, and the Cantina spin-off Dos Segundos, 931 N. Second St. Jon’s Bar and Grille placed second, while Le Virtu graced third.

Pesto chango

hange, the paradoxical saying goes, is the only constant. John and Concetta Varallo, owners of Ristorante Pesto,

1915 S. Broad St., have seen change look favorably upon them this year. Their cuisine has helped Pesto to take the crown as top Italian restaurant. Concetta, whose brother-in-law Claudio acts as third owner, serves as a hostess, while John and daughter Maria handle the cooking. Daughters Gianna and Christina round out the family affair in their roles as busgirls. Upon learning of her victory, Concetta immediately said, “We love our customers!” The feeling is mutual, as Pesto, which recently celebrated its seventh anniversary, normally finds itself booked. Seating 140, the restaurant contains three seating areas, with the Gianna Room the most popular. Concetta and John, former owners of Io e Tu Ristorante on South Ninth Street, see their patrons as “a family.” John makes sure that family remains well-fed with a tempting array of appetizers, entrees and desserts. Most opt for the eggplant rollatini to start their experience. A good number follow that with cavatelli and crabmeat. The decadence usually ends with John’s favorite, Oreo cookie ice cream cake. “All our dessert flavors come from Italy,” the chef, whose creations often have his wife regretting she gave up chocolate for Lent, said. Business is so steady the duo plans to open a pizzeria by May on the same block. Another venue will follow by June or July in Wildwood, N.J. “This honor surprises me,” Concetta said, “because we hardly advertise.” She enjoys interacting with everyone, working hard with her kin to keep an immaculate second home for guests. Even the pots and pans are perfect. “These are 16 years old,” John said, pointing to pans that prove even change

Ristorante Pesto owner and chef Giovanni “John” Varallo keeps it elegant and simple, highlight ﬁne ﬂavors, at his Italian eatery.

Jin Jiang, an employee at favorite ethnic restaurant (non-Italian) Johnny Chang’s, knows fresh is the key when it comes to the eatery’s sushi. Looking like a work of art on the plate doesn’t hurt, either. has its limitations. Marra’s prepared a second-place finish, while Ralph’s and Popi’s each nibbled on third.

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outh Philadelphia has always been known as an almost one-stop-shop for excellent Italian food. Over the past few years, new restaurants in the area have greatly expanded local menus, offering a sensory trip around the globe. Johnny Chang’s is one such flavorful feature to pop up in the neighborhood. Opened at 2601 S. Broad St. in 2006, the restaurant features Chinese-American cuisine, as well as a sushi bar. But the variety of fare is not the only thing that keeps customers loyal enough to vote the corner treasure as No. 1 ethnic restaurant (nonItalian) for the second year in a row. “We pride ourselves on keeping good customer relations,” Manager David Lin said. “We get customers who order all the time, and we ask them what they think about the flavor, the way we cook it. We’re always willing to change a dish.” Whether locals choose to sample on-site or through take-out, the fast and friendly service coupled with crisp and healthy food remains consistent to the experience. But Lin adds the atmosphere in-house is

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Surrounded by a multitude of edible essentials, Brian Maiale and his father Nick, the owner, work side-by-side at Big Nick’s corner market and deli. one of the best parts. Slim cherry wood tables etched in Chinese characters, mahogany-toned fans lining the walls, as well as a sampling of vases and pottery behind the sushi bar, combine to outfit the BYOB in sleek, Asian finery. Top everything off with wide windows that paint the tile floors with strips of sunlight during the day, and you get an ambience that feels like it’s been given as much thought as the customers. “I can’t believe the success we’ve had over the past four years,” Lin said. “It’s hard to believe we’ve been open that long already.” Cantina Los Caballitos makes a red-hot appearance at second, while J.C. Chinese Restaurant sizzled into third.

King of the corner

esidents who grew up around the 2600 block of Iseminger Street or, more recently, 1311 W. Moyamensing Ave., say Big Nick’s Italian Deli has been around forever, providing the utmost in quality cold cuts and produce. They aren’t far off. Big Nick’s has been around for 36 years. With that kind of long-lasting service, it’s no wonder they took the gold for best corner market/deli. “I’m very excited about winning,” store namesake Nicholas Maiale said. “It means I must be doing something right.” Maiale knew exactly why the corner store drew in so many good vibes. “That’s easy” he said, without hesitation. “My lunchmeats, rolls and produce are all hand-picked. That’s my favorite part of the job. I don’t specialize in any one area, or carry any one company’s meats or rolls. I pick and choose the best from the best companies to sell in the store.”

Shoppers were happy, but not fazed at the corner store coming out on top. “Well, of course, they won,” Charmaine Martin of the 2500 block of Juniper Street said. “This place has the best lunchmeat and has been around forever. It’s like a South Philly family. We all know each other here.” Customers can’t get enough of Big Nick’s and neither can Nick himself. “I can’t stay away from the business. I closed for two years and just had to come back. And now we’re better than ever,” he said. Pastifico’s came a tasty second, with The Cold Cut Hut sliced in at third.

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ike Lane and the fine staff at Steak ’Em Up are moving into new territory. With a previous Readers’ Choice win for best fries and a second-

Family isn’t just a word at Dad’s Stufﬁng, where, from left, sons John and Richard, mom Annette and dad Carmen Commoroto, and employee Joe Condo, all work together to ﬁll the containers with the stuff customers crave. place spot at best cheesesteak, where else is there to go? This year, 11th and Shunk streets sandwhich shop’s finest food takes first for best take-out. “We’re very excited about our win,” Manager Anna DeSalis said. “Last year, we won for french fries, but now customers are saying everything’s good!” Prep girl and cook Lorraine Butler attributes the win to fresh food: Plump, flawless tomatoes, a juicy 8 ounces of pure beef for the burgers, and 10 ounces of pure rib-eye cooked to perfection for the steaks. “We don’t want anything less than the best. If we don’t like the way the ingredients look, we send them back, and it pays off. Come four o’clock every day, we’re packed,” Butler said. Among the most popular dishes residents enjoy gobbling in front of the TV or feasting on a quick get-together are the three cheese steak specials and the pizzas. “People love it because its very affordable” Butler said. “We lowered the prices of our specials because of the recession, but you’re still paying for top-quality food.” Johnny Barrels rolled in at second, while Fuel charged up third.

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local staple since the Commoroto family opened its doors in 1925, Dad’s Stuffing has filled out as a favorite among residents for their quality fare. What started out as a butcher shop deemed John’s Market soon became known for much more. With a menu that spans simple appetizers like chicken

wings and pepperoni and cheese to stuffed, choice meats including veal chops, turkey breast and filet mignon just to name a few, it’s no wonder Dad’s ranked No. 1 in the take-home prepared foods category. Although the Commoroto brothers — Richard, John and Carmen — run the place nowadays, parents Carmen, 82, and Annette, 74, still lend more than a helping hand. “My father puts in more work now than before, even though he’s retired,” Richard said. With loads of pictures on the walls, the corner shop at 1615 W. Ritner St. makes a person feel at home. Combined with oldfashioned family cooking, how could anyone resist passing through its doors? Although many favorites stand out, one of the biggest sellers is chicken meatballs. “We’re known for them and they outsell anywhere,” Richard said. But he’s quick to note mom’s jumbo lump crabcakes, handmade by Annette herself, come a very close second. Yet, with stuffing in the name, it just wouldn’t be right if they didn’t offer a half-dozen variations, such as rice and mushroom and broccoli rabe. And all flavors from the 12 or so prepared soups, from Italian favorite pasta fagioli to the American-infused steak vegetable, lets slurpers savor each ingredient. “Our soups are so hearty, we say you need a fork to eat them,” Richard said. “I want to thank everyone. It makes us feel good that all the time and effort we put into our product really pays off.” Johnny Barrels cooked up second, while Green Aisle Grocery prepared third. SPR

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The bar was set up by the Adams “It’s a great place to run into brothers and is still run by his famother dogs,” Amanda Bauman, of ily, he said, adding sons Michael and 12th and Wilder streets, said as Bryan tend bar while daughter Kristie she walked her dog, Pickles. “You is a manager and Alyson is the enterget to interact with the people who tainment director. live around you, and it is just a Older brother Kenny helped set up great and neighborly place to be.” the establishment back in 1988 and Though dogs may simply view it was named after he and younger the area as an oversized playbrother Danny, who one co-owned it, ground, owners and neighbors can Adams, who lives down the street from take great pride in the clean, fam- Club Risqué bartender Monica Gallelli shakes up a the bar, said. ily-friendly park. “It kind of spurred an Irish motif from cocktail for the next patron — most likely a groomPlacing a close second was unof- or bride-to-be looking for a fun night with friends. when we began,” he said of the name, ficial doggie park Marconi Plaza, “but the bar itself is decorated yearwhile other random pit stops deadround with the Irish feel to it.” Cheerleaders stripped down to second locked at third. Paddy Whacks partied at second and for bachelor parties while Northern Liber- McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon celties’ Delilah’s came in third. ebrated at third. For the ladies, Northern Liberties’ The our-legged friends don’t need 400thread count sheets, fluffy pillows or or those about to tie the knot, Club Cave came in second and Chickie’s & a jacuzzi tub when away from home. Risque, 1700 S. Columbus Blvd., is Pete’s took third. Most dogs have one simple request — the No. 1 place for a bachelor party, space to run free and enjoy the warm spring as well as a bachelorette party, accordestled in the middle of its block, air. In these parts, Columbus Square, 12th ing to readers. right next to the Fumo Library, sits econd Street is the place to celebrate and Wharton streets, is where animal-lov“We think that that’s wonderful,” Genthe Fels South Philadelphia Comthe luck of the Irish — and Mick ers consider the best dog park. eral Manager Connie Innezzelli said. munity Center, 2407 S. Broad St. An Daniel’s Saloon, 2046 S. Second St., The site, which has received restoration “It’s nice to hear our customer like us,” work, including a major clean-up, contin- Dean Pagano, who owns the club with fa- in particular, Renee Colbert, a reader who unassuming, three-story building, most grew up near the bar, said. And the resident locals would not guess the center boasts a ues to receive high marks from its dog- ther, Ted Pagano and Innezzelli, added. walking patrons. The club — in operation for 13 years — of 12th and Shunk streets planned to be at storied history, as well as the top place for “I think it’s a nice place,” Sam Jeffer- offers a variety of packages such as a range the best place to celebrate St. Paddy’s senior activities/programs. Now under the umbrella known as the son of 12th and Wharton Streets, out with of bachelor options that can include a pri- Day last night to catch up with old friends Caring People Alliance, Senior Departhis dog Judy, said. “The restorations have vate room, bartender and host, while the just as she has for the past 20 years. “It’s just a good party place,” she said of ment Director Shawna Lisa said the center been very good — they did a great job.” bachelorette parties happen upstairs with the St. Paddy’s festivities. “It just brings is “on cloud nine” about the win. Kaki Short, president of the dog park, a package that consists of champagne, a “I am so proud of all the staff and the out all the neighbors and is a lot of fun.” agrees restorations have not only im- “naughty” cake and goodie bags. Each St. Paddy’s Day, patrons enjoy members that make this such a family,” proved the appearance of the park, but has “It’s a big party place for bachelors,” brought residents closer together. Innezzelli, who has been in the business ham and cabbage and the bartenders pour she said. While the facility offers activities for “Restoring the park made a huge differ- for 35 years, said, adding the bachelorette green beer and mix selected Irish cocktails, while the Second Street Irish Society residents of all ages, Lisa noted the varience,” Short said. “The improvements the bash is “a real fun time.” City made, followed by the increased time And the clientele ranges from college pipers and drummers perform traditional ety of programs allows participants to socialize in a cozy atmosphere. and effort local residents put into keeping guys to corporate executives, Dean Pa- Irish music, owner Mickey Adams said. “I think the pool’s a very big draw,” Lisa “That was a nice surprise,” he said of the the park nice has created a real neighbor- gano said. said of a favorite aspect “Here we have among members. a great mixture Additional facilities of customers,” he include a gymnasium, said. “You have as well as a kitchen and blue collar, white meeting rooms. 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Readers’ Choice 2010 Club or experience the sights and sounds of Ashburn Alley with standing- room-only tickets all while grabbing a bite to eat. “I think the main thing is it’s a fun place to be, ever since we opened the ballpark in 2004, there’s an excitement about it,” he said. “The nice thing is there have been so many fans coming to our ballpark that people have learned it’s Tiara-clad Mary Ann Doto, foreground, makes lovely gifts, generally beautiful.” along with the other royalty of the arts-and-crafts world, at Whether you love Fels Community Center. America’s favorite past time or adore watching your favorite player’s skills, there’s no denying a relatively new balls dedicated fans of a celebrated sports park combined with a successful team decity, it’s no wonder a Phillies game at livers an unforgettable outing. “It’s a good place to spend a warm sumCitizens Bank Park tied with Penn’s mer night,” Trout said. Landing as the most unique place for a Paired with some of the best sights of the first date. Why not enjoy both? city at Penn’s Landing, it could go a long After watching the 2009 National League way to landing a second night out with that champions, head northeast to the Delaware special someone. River waterfront for a more subdued atmo“Penn’s Landing offers the most unique sphere. If you don’t have a chance to make views of the city,” Laurie Heinerichs, direcsmall talk in between innings, a longer con- tor of marketing, public relations and sales versation under a star-filled sky overlooking for the Delaware River Waterfront Corp., the river will definitely add to the mood. said. “You can enjoy the view of the river, Visiting both attractions may even score you the bridges and the lights of Center City.” high marks for a notable first impression. The Italian Market hooked up third. “The game of baseball with its natural breaks allows for conversation and puts everyone at ease,” James Trout, manager of marketing programs at Citizens Bank hether settling down on a bench to Park, said. “It’s during this action when the take in the scenic view of the waterpressure of filling in the silence subsides, front, dining at one of its appetizing setting it apart from dinner at a restaurant restaurants or catching a live show at Fesor drinks at a bar. What’s happening on the tival Pier, Penn’s Landing has something field not only grabs your attention, but also for everyone. Young and old alike benefit boosts conversation topics.” from the laid-back atmosphere among the With the park’s different settings, you waterfront hot spots. With endless entercan enjoy premium seating in the Diamond tainment options, it’s no wonder readers ranked this lively strip as favorite place to people watch. “The picturesque views of the Ben Franklin Bridge and Delaware River, as well as the cool waterfront breezes and the variety of special events and free or affordable entertainment makes Penn’s Landing a popular destination for residents of the Though a Phillies game is not the most intimate of set- Greater Philadelphia tings, it can still make for a fun ﬁrst date. At least one region,” Laurie HeinPhan looks like he is ready for a hug. erichs, director of mar-

A game with a view

Who are these people?

kid-friendly establishment offers a complete breakfast and lunch menu. Whether stopping in for a quick snack to go with your morning cup of Joe or making a trip for lunch, owner Colleen DeCesare prepares everything homemade. This holds true to their mantra of, “If we can make it in-house … we’re all about it,” she said. Most customers prefer certain items on the This bridge is one of many gateways to Penn’s Landing, menu and often come the great theater of people-watching. back more than once a day, DeCesare said. keting, public relations and sales for the The fully stocked coffee bar proudly Delaware River Waterfront Corp., said. serves local La Colombe blends with me“The more people congregate, the more dium dark roast being among the most poppeople to observe.” ular. Other decaffeinated favorites include Part of the waterfront corporation’s the peanut butter banana soy smoothie, function is to enhance the development of along with a number of signature drinks, Penn’s Landing and the surrounding area such as flavored lattes. Co-owner and for residents and visitors alike. In the midst barista Jennifer Kaufman brews more than of revitalizing this area into a top-notch 40 pounds of coffee and five pounds of destination, it will no doubt continue to be espresso beans each week. a place where everyone can be themselves “People love the coffee,” DeCesare said. and watch others do the same, whether it’s A mixture of regulars and newcomers on a sunny afternoon or an evening stroll. frequenting the customer-friendly busiAmateurs and seasoned veterans skating ness increases the already-peaceful aton the Blue Cross RiverRink ice during the mosphere. According to DeCesare, even winter months or a bride heading into one though the space is small, it’s a haven for of the acclaimed hotels complements the al- meeting friends or business associates. ready-breathtaking sites. Locals even can rub “Neighborhood people are always in elbows with tourists while catching a glimpse here,” she said. of the Gazela and Jupiter tugboat in conjuncAbove all, DeCesare and Kaufman are tion with learning about the city’s maritime dedicated to providing superb customer history at the Independence Seaport Museum. service and are happy with the results. “The team works hard to maintain this area “We’re small, but there’s enough room for to create a vibrant recreational, cultural and everybody to be treated the same,” DeCecommercial waterfront for Philadelphia’s sare said about the welcoming environment. residents and visitors,” Heinerichs said. “You don’t see that everywhere you go.” South Street took second, while Cantina Café Stella brewed at second, while OrLos Caballitos placed third. egon Express steamed into third. SPR

Well grounded

ot every coffee shop survives and thrives. But Black N Brew, 1523 E. Passyunk Ave., has done both since opening just over three years ago. The corner mosaic tiled café brewed a strong cup of beans to reach the top place to meet for coffee. Open seven days Black N Brew is the place to enjoy a little coffee talk, whether it a week, the pet- and is just to take a quick break or have a long talk with a friend.

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Readers’ Choice 2010

And the Rest Setting the tone

fter the hectic holiday season winds down, just about everyone sets out to bronze their skin just in time for the onset of the warmer weather. Equipped with 11 tanning booths, a new state-ofthe-art Sun Gate lay-down bed with the strongest lamps in the area and the recent addition of spray-tanning, Beach Tanning, 2525 S. Broad St., has become the reader favorite. For the past 14 years, owner Tom Baker has prided himself on delivering an excellent product with a smile. This dedication has proved successful, earning his team of five a nod for best tanning salon. Baker attributes it all to the overall quality he delivers, from mainte-

nance to choosing affable people streets and known as the Ritner as his staffers. Children’s Branch, reopened at “I stay on top of my lamps and its new location in 1999. Now try to keep everyone behind the more than a decade old, the facounter as nice as possible,” he miliar yellow-brick building is a said. “Some salons make the mishaven for readers of all ages. take of getting too much life out “We have a lot of kids from of their lamps.” our after-school program. We Replacing tanning bulbs freget a lot of seniors here, as well quently allows for a quick tan, as parents coming in with todwhile maintaining color for a londlers,” Pokorny said. ger period of time. It’s a win-win. Wednesdays from 4 to 5 In keeping up with recent trends, p.m., Fumo hosts LEAP AfterBaker and two staffers practiced School Enrichment Programs, for months to become certified in in which grades one to eight individualized spray-tanning. are encouraged to take part in “We’ve been busy with it,” he a variety of engaging, artistic said since its December start. Beach Tanning’s owner Tom Baker, third row, second from activities. “Regular tanning draws a lot of right, and his staff — third row, from left, Dina D’Amore, When asked to define what people in from the neighborhood, Billy DeGrasse and Mike Perkinson; second row, Noel Wil- separates the Fumo Branch from while I noticed people will make czak, left, and Manager Jenn Lopresti and, foreground, Joe other libraries, Pokorny is quick a trip into the city for spray tan- Cool — keep their customers glowing from head to toe to say, “We really try to go out ning.” year-round. of our way and do whatever we One reason behind its popularcan for our patrons. We have a ity is the process takes just 15 they remain meeting places for events and really committed staff.” minutes and lasts almost two weeks com- after-school programs. There is even a set The Donatucci Branch carded secpared to standard tanning, which requires for whom the library is a home away from ond, and the South Philadelphia Branch constant upkeep. Customers must be hap- home — where the smell of old books checked in at third. py because they keep coming back. and studious silence are synonymous with “The only slow months we have are Au- comfort and sanctuary. gust and September,” he said. No matter the reasons, locals reserve a But once tans start to fade, the pace picks special place in their hearts for the Fumo oon the legendary Spectrum will be up all over again. Branch, 2437 S. Broad St. demolished and with it goes walls Hollywood Tans lit up second, while Ex“It’s because of our patrons,” Manager that could speak of the countless athpress-o-tan took third. Renee Pokorny said. “They’re the ones letes, musicians and performers that have who voted for us and they’re so wonenthralled hundreds of thousands since derful. They really were so supportive when the library was supposed to close, the Quaker City Jazz or some, libraries are no more than a and the whole community really sup- Festival opened the arena Sept. 30, stop in the train of research for school ported us.” projects or book reports. For others, The library, once at Broad and Ritner 1967. The last

The full Spectrum

Good references

Readers simply couldn’t get enough of The Fumo Family Branch, Pearl Jam and its frontman, Eddie Vedder rocking out the Spectrum, Veterans Stadium, United Artists Riverview Stadium 17 and, for those, in search of a good night out, bars as category not on this list.

Readers’ Choice 2010

Word on the Street

What do you enjoy most about the change in seasons? “The heat. The girls. Getting to see all of the people who were hibernating during the winter. And for a union guy like myself, it brings jobs.”

“When the cold weather is gone people get involved with a lot more stuff.”

“Baseball, knowing that I’m going to the Shore and business is always better.”

Andrew Branch, 24th and Tasker streets

Anthony Imbesi, 17th Street and Oregon Avenue

Robert Lemons, 17th Street and Passayunk Avenue

“The color of the leaves on the trees.”

“The sun comes out.”

“It’s too cold. I’m old. My bones hurt. I need heat for my arthritis.”

“It gives me time to get new clothing. I have time to experience new things, get out, see friends.”

Tanya Johnson, 24th and Tasker streets

Will Alisio, 13th Street and Snyder Avenue

Nick Rossi, 13th and Tasker streets

Chyfann Chau, 16th and Mifflin streets

“I like it when it’s nice and warm. I hate the cold.” Patricia Monaghan, 11th and Emily streets

Interviews by Ross Burlingame • Photographs by Amanda Thurlow

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Readers’ Choice 2010 year of the stadiums use (roughly Oct. 31 2008 to Oct. 31, ’09) saw some of those great past performers return. The reader’s choice for the best final Spectrum event goes to the Oct. 27 to Oct. 31, ’09, shows by rock legends Pearl Jam. Before the epic 41-song, three-hour35-minute final set a video montage celebrating the Spectrum screened and, as the band walked onstage, the theme from “Rocky” played to uproarious applause. At the beginning of the first encore that last night Oct. 31, lead singer Eddie Vedder told the audience “there’s a reason why bands like to play in this room,” adding it was an “honor” to perform the last concerts at the venue, and was something the band “takes very seriously and as a responsibility.” In a distant second was Bruce Springsteen, who played the venue Oct. 19. Though the team has called the Wachovia Center home since 1996, in third place is the one off-home game the Sixers played at the Spectrum March 13, ’09, beating the Chicago Bulls, 104-101.

friends or movie-goers with the same purpose. But for some, it’s definitely the perks that bring them back to United Artists Riverview Stadium 17. We opened the envelopes and the multiplex at 1400 S. Columbus Blvd. took the top prize for best senior/student discount. Seniors can purchase tickets to any movie for only $7.50 and students receive a dollar off full admission weekdays after 6 p.m. Tina Niglio only had good things to say about the pennies in her pocket after a trip to the theater. “Movies are kind of expensive. The discount is especially good for seniors, because they hardly get to get out, and when they do there’s not much for them to do in South Philly, so they should be able to see a movie at a reasonable price,” the resident of the 2300 block of South Lee Street said. Runners-up for second and third were SEPTA, and ShopRite, respectively.

Past perfect

Lift a glass

eterans Stadium, often simply known as “The Vet,” seems to be the bearer of an overwhelming amount of affection, taking home favorite stadium, past or present, though it has been a memory for six years. Though the northeast corner of Broad Street and Pattison Avenue now is a parking lot, the site was once home to The Vet. While the stadium was imploded in a record-setting 62 seconds March 21, 2004, the place it holds in citizens’ hearts has not demolished. The stadium was built in 1971, 10 years after the first so-called “cookie-cutter” stadium — RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C. — was built. In addition to being the home of the Eagles and the Phillies, the Vet hosted the two Major League Baseball All-Star games; 17 Army-Navy football games; and concerts ranging from The Rolling Stones to Pink Floyd. While the last game at the stadium was a devastating 27-10 NFC championship loss by the Eagles to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Jan. 19, ’03, there are clearly no hard feelings when it comes to this legendary structure. Citizens Bank Park took second, and Lincoln Financial Field came in third.

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lthough this year’s Readers’ Choice featured more than 40 categories, the most imaginative voters still were able to point out that the area has so much more to offer. While bars won hands-down for category not on this list, the most knowledgeable (and at times humorous) were quick to note the absence of everything from hair salons to No. 1 gangster. Nevertheless, as the spring slides in, residents of the City of Brotherly Love cannot help but have bars on their minds as Beer Week approaches in June. In what is nationally hailed as one of the greatest beer-drinking cities in America, it should come as no surprise South Philadelphians, in particular, show a fond appreciation towards the fine array of bars and clubs their community offers. “I’m young and I’m single, so I like to go out a lot. I couldn’t help but notice there was no nightlife,” voter Dana Savage said when asked why she felt the local bar scene deserved mention. The neighborhood even has bar cred in the fictional realm thanks to “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” the popular FX series in which characters own locally based Paddy’s Irish Pub. “It’s the people from South Philly that make the bars special — everyone treats you like family,” the resident of the 500 block of Christian Street said. Readers were hungry to see Best Wings, which took second place, while Best Pastries, took a sugary third, step up. SPR

Sports A lesson in Lou-mility

lthough his last name sounds as if it could be a pasta, Lou Spadaccini is not as pliable as the doughy dish. Following a horrendous 3-18 2007 campaign ad Neumann-Goretti’s baseball coach, he could have succumbed to the naysayers who saw his squad as a perpetual also-ran. But the humble coach shut out all talk and has molded a championship team. Spadaccini, whose Saints captured the Catholic League and District 12 Class AAA titles last season, is this year’s choice for top high school coach. The 1992 St. John Neumann High grad has — without excessive fanfare — constructed a squad many consider a serious threat to sweep the Catholic League, City and State titles this spring. Enviably humble, he credits his players for his success. “The kids make it easy,” he said. “I see so much of myself in them. I love being around them because they love to compete.” Spadaccini has been around returning All-Catholic and All-City seniors Mark Donato, Al Baur, and Mike Riverso since

Coach Lou Spadaccini speaks the language of the diamond to the NeumannGoretti baseball team.

they were 9. “Last year was amazing. The guys worked really hard. I often watch the DVD of last year’s team and I love seeing the joy on each kid’s face,” he said. He also remembers the disappointment on those faces after the team fell in the state semifinals to Abington Heights, the eventual champions. “We’re up for the journey of trying to get back,” he said. That journey begins on March 26 against Lansdale Catholic. Neumann-Goretti boys’ basketball coach Carl Arrigale posted up in secondplace and Bok football coach Tom DeFelice tackled third.

Divine decimation

o stranger to athletic excellence, Neumann-Goretti High School recently received national kudos. In July 2009, Sports Illustrated chose the school, 1736 S. 10th St., as having Pennsylvania’s top athletic program. The magazine realized what South Philadelphians have long known — the kids have game as this year’s best high school sports program. The school fields teams in football, volleyball, lacrosse, golf, softball, baseball, soccer, bowling and basketball — the latter three having a boys’ and a girls’ team. Talent, grit, and determination form the trinity of the teams’ keys to success. The boys’ basketball and baseball teams are the studs among a reliable herd. Earlier this month, the former captured its second straight Catholic League and City crowns and the latter will begin defense of its Catholic League and City titles next week. Baseball coach Lou Spadaccini said, “This school puts together teams with a commitment to effort. They know all about sacrifice.” Saints always do, but lately, the school’s opponents have become the ones accustomed to doing without, victories, that is. Spadaccini and boys’ basketball coach Carl Arrigale have built enviable programs with dedication to teamwork. “That’s great,” Arrigale said of the Readers’ Choice recognition. “It’s a testament to the hard work the players and coaches put in and the support we receive from the administration.” Spadaccini credits the basketball team’s success for inspiring his team’s achievements. “They set the bar so high,”” he said. The winter squad is ranked No. 3 in the country by rivals.com and will be sending four players, including guard Tony Chennault (Wake Forest), to Division I schools. Before those seniors depart, they hope to add a state championship after reaching the quarterfinals last year.

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Readers’ Choice 2010 nants and held aloft the World Series trophy in ’08. Aiming for redemption after last year’s repeat bid that fell short, the Phillies know South Philly loves them, as a repeat winner as favorite pro sports team. In these parts, everybody loves a champ, and the Phillies have provided fans plenty of reason to stand up and shout. In ’09, the team recorded 93 wins, its most since the 1993 team won 97 and drew a franchise record 3.6 million fans. Late October brought a date with the American League Champion New York Yankees in the Fall Classic. Though the Fightins’ fell in six games, expectations for a fourth-straight trip to the postseason are immense. While some might be disappointed by the departure of last year’s playoff hero Cliff Lee, the Phils winning ways likely won’t skip a beat thanks to the arrival of Cy Young award winner Roy Halladay, or ace for short. Just two wins shy of 150, he will partner with Joe Blanton and lefties Cole Hamels and J.A. Happ to give the team four formidable starters. The team doesn’t open its home slate until April 12 against the Washington Nationals, but fans, especially the statisticians among them, can count on 81 displays of unabashed effort in South Philly. The Eagles swooped in to take second while the Flyers iced third.

Chase’s place

hen discussing the top second basemen in the Major Leagues, someone is bound to bring up Chase Utley. The California native and four-time AllStar has distinguished himself as one of the most esteemed and cherished players in Phillies’s history. Now he can update his resumé of recognition with a second Reader’s Choice nod for favorite pro athlete. With no sore hip and no off-season surgery to recover from, the infielder racked up incredible numbers during the ’09 regular season with a .282 batting average, 93 RBIs and 31 home runs. His bat, however, was not the only part of Utley that was hitting the ball as he finished the year with a league-leading hit by pitch count (24). Soft-spoken and kind on the field and in the clubhouse, Utley is no different off of the field. In fact, both he and his wife of three years, Jennifer, are avid animal lovers and heavy supporters of the SPCA. The couple has paid for the medical bills and rehabilitation of a 7-month-old puppy named Etana that was beaten and tortured. With a silver bat and a golden heart, Utley is highly respected by all fans of the game as both a player and a person. “Chase is an amazing player,” voter Gail DiStefano, of the 2400 block of Clarion Street, said. “He knows the game and gives it his all in every inning and nothing less. I can’t wait to see him play this season.” Teammates Ryan Howard and Shane

The Neumann-Goretti boys’ basketball team celebrates its recent Catholic League championship over Archbishop Carroll. Victorino slid into second and third, respectively.

Charlie annual

is birth certificate might read North Fork, W. Va., but Charlie Manuel has quickly become a Philadelphia fixture. Now in his sixth season, his teams have finished each year with at least 85 wins and no lower than second in the National League East. In October 2008, he guided the Philadelphia Phillies to their second World Series Championship and last year, came within two

games of winning another. For his efforts, South Philly has overwhelmingly chosen him as best pro manager/coach for the second straight year. “I am very honored to be selected again and that the fans see my passion for the game, but it is really not just about me,” Manuel said via e-mail. “I don’t want to take the attention away from our team and what we have accomplished. Without the fans there to support what we do, we might not be the kind of team that we are now.” The’ 09 Phillies won 93 games — the most in Manu-

The readers spoke and anything Phillies was once again tops in the polls as Hall-of-Famer Mike Schmidt, left, repeated as favorite former Philly pro athlete. Current Phils Chase Utley, center, and Skipper Charlie Manuel, right, defended their respective crowns for favorite pro athlete and manager/coach.

el’s tenure. The 66-year-old skipper loves offense and the Phillies have requited his love. They led the league in runs and home runs and finished second in stolen bases. Manuel has led the team to three straight division crowns — a feat last accomplished by Danny Ozark from 1976-’78. A fourth straight will be a franchise first. With his droll locution, his frequently comic interviews reveal a humble man who often chooses himself as his favorite target for jokes. His weight, however, will likely not be a popular topic for barbs, as he has dropped nearly 60 pounds, which he owes to Nutrisystem, for whom he does advertisements. This season, he hopes to have his team feast on the New York Yankees, who downed the Phillies in last year’s World Series. After the series, Manuel remarked “We owe the Yankees one.” Few doubt that his players will have another shot at paying back the Bronx Bombers. With his early autumn consistency, fans may want to rename him “Charlie Annual.” They owe him thanks for a hell of a ride. Eagles coach Andy Reid coordinated second while former Eagles coach Dick Vermeil finished third.

Schmidt-fits

or the second straight year, Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt completes he Readers’ Choice Phillies sweep by repeating as favorite former pro Philly athlete. A 12-time All-Star selection, Schmidt wasn’t always adored by fans. However, with a championship ring and MVP award from the 1980 World Series, fans were plenty satisfied with his 18-year professional career as a Philly. During his playing years, Schmidt exemplified not only an explosive bat but also an ethical personality, winning the Lou Gehrig Award in ’83 for his character and integrity on and off of the field. Seven years later, Schmidt had his No. 20 retired and was also selected to represent a spot on Major League Baseball’s All-Century Team, an expert-compiled list containing the greatest players of the century. Schmidt’s infamy was then further extended when he was inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame five years later. He continues to live, breath and eat baseball, attending several practices at Citizens Bank Park and even stopping by to get a first-hand glimpse of the Phillies off-season workouts. Other Phillies-greats Pete Rose and Pat Burrell took second and third, respectively. SPR

Readers’ Choice 2010

Word on the Street

“The warmth. I’m a climate person.”

“I can wear less clothes.”

“Spring flowers, but I’m a winter person. People do get more cheerful and active though.”

Anthony Esposito, 22nd and Porter streets

Hazelita Fauntroy, 16th and Reed streets

Tyrell William Skillit Millett, Broad and Dickinson streets

Tiffany Bonner, Ninth Street and Oregon Avenue

“The warm weather and all this snow not being here.”

“My personality changes for the better.”

“That it’s getting warmer. I hate the cold.”

“No more snow. No more cold weather.”

Melissa Vargas, Second and Ritner streets

Delisa Newell, 18th Street and Snyder Avenue

“I’m a green thumb, so flowers.”

Danielle Condello, 10th and Tasker streets

Danielle Giorgio, 12th and Ritner streets

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Readers’ Choice 2010

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fter the little ones work up an appetite, it’s up to thrifty parents to fill rumbling tummies with healthy, tasty options that won’t put a strain on the wallet. From Packer Avenue to South Street and river to river parents in-the-know are converging on the local McDonald’s at 2033 S. Broad St., 914 S. Broad, Front St. and Oregon Ave., and 1601 S. Columbus Blvd. to pick up nourishing treats off the Micky D’s best kids’ menu. The tried-and-true Happy Meal is still a popular option among customers under four feet. New for kids with heftier hunger is the Mighty Kids Meal, featuring six chicken McNuggets or a double cheeseburger. The 30-year-old “Joyeux Festin” — the name of the Happy Meal in Quebec, Canada, which is French for “happy feast” — still comes complete with a special surprise that can brighten anyone’s day. “McDonald’s is honored to be a repeat winner among South Philly Review readers,” Pam Simonelli, McDonald’s Philadelphia region marketing manager, said. This year also saw Review readers tapping the Golden Arches for best dollar menu as parents are picking up dollarpriced bites for themselves. “McDonald’s customers appreciate the variety and value that our Dollar Menu provides — great tasting sandwiches, drinks, sides and desserts — each available for a dollar,” Simonelli said. The brand-new early morning offerings on the Breakfast Dollar Menu include a sausage burrito, sausage McMuffin, sausage biscuit or a premium roast coffee — all for one George Washington. After 11 a.m., 100 pennies gets you a McDouble, McChicken, fruit-and-yogurt parfait, side salad, apple pie or small fries. The second and third slots were filled by Wendy’s and Chik-fil-A, respectively, for dishing up some kid-friendly meals worth a mention, while the two-three punch in the dollar menu category had Wendy’s edging out Burger King among Review readers.

McDonald’s Store Manager Jason Velykis, left, and Director of Operations Bob Lowden know how to keep children and parents happy with their beloved kids’ menu and Dollar Menu.

Tender loving care

t doesn’t take much to fry a chicken, but it takes knowing a thing or two to do it right. The poultry being seasoned up and served at Chik-fil-A, 2204 S. Columbus Blvd., is hitting the perfect crunchy notes on the taste buds of South Philadelphians. However, the five-year owner of the Columbus chicken haven thinks it’s more than crispy bread crumbs that keeps customers coming back for more. “We try and pride ourselves with our people and service,” John Hincken, 39, said. “We go the extra mile to make our guests feel welcome and that they are loved.” The signature “Chik-n-Strips” — the beef-free establishment’s version of

chicken tenders — that keep locals coming back day after day are made of succulent chicken breast marinated in special seasonings, hand-breaded and pressurecooked in 100-percent peanut oil. “We have to make sure that we are meeting those three things: Cleanliness, quality of service and quality of food,” Hincken said. Hungry diners can dip their meals-onthe-go in a variety of sauces, including BBQ, honey mustard, Polynesian, ranch,

Readers could smell a good meal deal at Chili’s, 2320 W. Oregon Ave., which offers an appetizer and entrée for $9.99. buffalo or the specialty house sauce. Kids’ meals come with waffle fries or a fruit cup and a choice of milk, apple juice, lemonade or soda. After last year’s win for best chicken sandwich, it seems residents still are keeping the cows away with continued trips to the beef-free eatery. Only one vote separated second and third, but eking out the silver was the timeless McNuggets fried up at McDonald’s, while the bronze was bestowed on Wendy’s.

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obody can forget the catchy babyback jingles that flooded the airwaves a few years back. But pecan-wood slow-roasted swine is not what has local Chili’s fans swooning. The runaway winner for best threecourse meal deal was the eatery at 2320 W. Oregon Ave. “We are very excited that we have been honored with the best meal deal Readers’ Choice award,” David Horowitz, area director of Chili’s Grill & Bar, said. “We strive to offer the type of dining experience that will make Chili’s the first choice in casual dining in Philadelphia.” For $9.99, diners get their choice of appetizer — think chips and salsa or fried cheese — and one entrée with options like a steakhouse sandwich, grilled BBQ chicken salad or a half-rack of ribs. For a few more bucks, sweet-tooths can top things off with a Chocolate Chip Paradise Pie or a simple slice of cheesecake big enough for two. Yes, they can have their cake and eat it, too — without breaking the bank, of course. The rest of the pack in the bargain race was in a dead heat with Applebee’s, McDonald’s and Boston Market all crossing the line at the same time. SPR

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It seems Burger King really is the king of burgers, at least in the restaurant franchise world. With one of its burgers in hand and a cardboard crown on your head, you cannot help but feel like royalty.

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here are plenty of ways to have a burger. Starting with the patty: Will it be rare, medium or well-done? After seasoned and cooked to perfection, it can be topped with anything from double cheese, double bacon to alfalfa sprouts and avocado. When readers of the Review want a burger, there is only one way they get it. With the slogan “have it your way” proving true for locals, the king of burgers for best burger category was the delectable beef served up at Burger King, 2728 S. Front St. and 1521 S. Columbus Blvd. “We know there are lots of burger options out there and are thrilled to know that the people of South Philly love the flamefresh taste of our burgers as much as we do,” John Schaufelberger, Burger King

Corp. senior vice president of global product marketing and innovation, said. Other than the signature Whopper, residents may be sinking their teeth into the month-old addition, the A1 Steakhouse XT burger — boasting an extra-thick 7ounce cut of meat. “In my opinion, it’s because we use 100percent beef and I really believe the flavor and taste it gets coming through the broiler separates it from other burgers. The smell and taste — that’s why [people love our burgers],” Liz Ferrigno, general manager of the Front Street location, said. Second on the list of patti-rific creations was the fare served up at McDonald’s, and the top three was rounded out by the square-shaped patties at Wendy’s.

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ear readers, we are faced with a real problem in our beloved city. In its infinite wisdom, the City Charter requires Philadelphia have a balanced budget. We are told the City is facing some tough choices, which is political speak for “you’re not going to like what I’m about to propose.” The mayor has proposed a 2-cents-anounce tax on sugar-added drinks and a fee for trash collection (the difference between a “fee” and a “tax” is a bit subtle). Mayor Nutter has our best interests at heart. The soft drink tax is to help curb childhood obesity and, by the way, raise tax revenue. His Honor does not mention whether there are any social benefits associated with a trash fee, but I think they should be obvious. Meanwhile, Councilman Frank DiCicco thinks an increase in the property tax would be more equitable for those with low income and seniors, but I am afraid he fails to see the forest for the trees, so to speak. It seems fairly obvious to me the mayor is right about the benefits of a soft drink tax. Poor folks won’t be able to spring for a $1.44 tax on a six-pack of Coke. The rest of us will probably continue to swill the sugary stuff anyway. Sports fans continue to slop up beer, even though it costs $6.50 a bottle. The guy in the row in front of me at Citizens Bank Park uses his empty bottles like Legos, his best effort being an edifice closely resembling City Hall. If the poor begin drinking untaxed Diet Coke, while we grow fat on regular Coke, there could be an imbalance in weight. Their kids will become fit while ours will wind up as adults who can’t fit into a Southwest Airlines seat. You think you’re kid has trouble making the basketball team now, just wait. Yes, there will be social consequences for the hard-working middle class and affluent robber barons who have made our system what it is today. But take heed thy social conscience. Some grumps argue if the tax on soft drinks works and demand drops, it will create an unintended consequence. If you are depending on the revenue from a softdrink tax to help close a budget deficit, then the less people drink, the less money for the City. Call it Catch-22. I really believe in taxing our way to good

health. Just think of the possibilities. Why not a tax on cheesesteaks and hoagies? If you can tax soda by the ounce, why not sandwiches based on ounces of meat? How about a tax on pizza? Tax the hell out of the unhealthy meat lover’s pizza and exempt the veggie. Tax anything parmigianastyle. Of course, this might cause a run on wings, so tax them too, with an exemption for the Wing Bowl (we don’t want to put porn stars and strippers out of work). New York is thinking about banning salt from restaurant food, but we could be smarter and tax the level of sodium. There’s a fortune to be made from taxing luncheon meats, including hot dogs. I have a friend who paid $34.99 a pound for prosciutto. She won’t even notice if we slip in a couple of extra dollars tax. Regarding a fee for trash collection, you might argue trash collection is one of the very few services you get from the City anyway. You might ask, if I pay a fee does that mean my trash will be collected on time even when it snows or there is a holiday? If that too much, would paying the fee at least guarantee me if the collectors break a bag tossing it in their truck, they will clean up the mess before they leave? All good questions, which will fade once I outline the societal benefits of a trash collection fee. How will trash collectors know whether you have paid your fee? How about using special containers, like the recycle can? Sure, these might get stolen. I myself, can’t always locate my recycle can, even after trash pickup (one day I found it across state lines). But here’s a social benefit — if someone steals our special trash containers, it will give us South Philadelphians something other than parking spots to fight about. I suggest basing the trash fee on the amount of trash you put out. Of course, this might encourage unscrupulous folks to drop their trash off in front of your house in the dead of night. But this too would help take our minds off our parking problems. Some bleeding hearts like DiCicco are worried this fee, like the softdrink tax, would fall disproportionately on our poor citizens. I say this fee will provide an incentive for the poor to put out less trash, which is not only good for the environment, but will help keep their neighborhoods clean. I am frankly surprised the councilman does not realize the considerable social benefits that would accrue to the poor from these new taxes. In summary, if we enact the mayor’s taxes, we will have improved the lot of poor people in Philadelphia. And the City will make a few extra bucks. SPR

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Spring 2010 comes in the wake of perhaps the craziest winter ever and there’s a selection of movies defined, enhanced and immortalized by severe weather conditions.

By R. Kurt Osenlund Movie Reviewer

his year, the arrival of spring calls for jubilant celebration, what with the record-shattering, commuteravaging, mind-boggling winter we’ve all just endured. Talking about the weather is a pastime as old as time itself, but it’s safe to say Philadelphians have never had as much cause for meteorological conversation as they have these past few weeks. That is, if they were even able to leave their homes to talk to anyone. The crazy conditions prompted me to dive into a discussion of my own — about movies defined, enhanced and/or immortalized by the presence of nature’s wicked might. The characters in these flicks know a thing or two about unfortunate forecasts. Some end up perilously close to nasty CG tornadoes, some suffer through a heat wave so intense their sneakers nearly melt to the pavement, and some even experience reptile rain. Sure, there are more obvious radical-climate films than the seven I’ve chosen, but most of those, like the Sandra Bullockvehicle “Forces of Nature” and Roland Emmerich’s “The Day After Tomorrow” and “2012,” are rubbish. I’ve scrounged up some quality titles worth revisiting, if only to make yourself feel better about your wintry woes. Now that we’re (almost) through talking about the frigid weather, let’s talk about weather movies — films with an essential element being, well, the elements. The Ice Storm (1997) This moody Ang Lee drama, based on the novel by (get this) Rick Moody, takes place in a 1973 Connecticut suburb and hones in on two families who drown their bourgeois sorrows in booze, sex and angst-driven experimentation. They’re also hit with the rare and vicious inclement weather of the title, giving Lee ample opportunities for both

metaphor and gorgeous, crystalline scenery. Starring Kevin Kline, Joan Allen, Sigourney Weaver and Elijah Wood, the film also is notable for its infamous key party component, and one of the most subtly shocking electrocution scenes in memory.

hood on the hottest day of the summer. Aside from imparting uncommonly potent social messages, this contemporary classic is a unique sensory experience: with his warm color palette and top-shelf craftsmanship, Lee conveys the film’s sizzling atmosphere so fully, it’s as if the screen is sweating. His technique is in full support of the bigger picture: As tensions continue to rise, the feverish aesthetic only aggrandizes the movie’s inevitable boiling point.

Twister (1996) Oh, come on, you know you love this guilty, effects-fueled pleasure, which hits all the requisite bumps of its by-the-numbers narrative, but boasts some exhilarating action set pieces and computer-generated imagery quite advanced for its day. The sophomore effort from Dutch director Jan de Bont (“Speed”), “Twister” stars Helen Hunt and Billy “The Extreme” Paxton as storm chasers who incur nature’s wrath on the plains of Oklahoma. Granted, stuff like swirling in the eye of a tornado tethered by leather belts is totally implausible, but toss in a terrific down-home meal scene and a pre-Oscar Philip Seymour Hoffman, and you’ve got mindless popcorn fare that steers clear of “The Suck Zone.”

X2: X-Men United (2003) The only worthwhile chapter of a comic-book trilogy that started with a whimper and ended with a thud, Bryan Singer’s “X2” benefits from having the good sense to use its mutant themes as social allegory and from having already gotten all the superpower exposition out of the way the first time around. It also features Storm (Halle Berry), a weather-controlling heroine who’s finally given her due after being criminally underused in ’00’s “X-Men.” Through “X2,” Storm summons enough natural phenomena for a handful of films, whipping up tornadoes, lightning, fog and a deep freeze. Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine got all the publicity, but you don’t see Mother Nature doing his bidding.

The Shining (1980) Terrifyingly translated by Stanley Kubrick from the novel by Stephen King, this match-made-in-horror-movie-heaven can provide some valuable perspective to those who grumbled about broken plans and the like when the recent snowfalls bound them to their houses. It could have been a helluva lot worse: They could have been snowed in at the Overlook Hotel, where creepy twins are hacked to pieces in the hallway, elevators are filled with blood, the corpse of an old lady is chilling in the bathroom, and a maniacal Jack Nicholson is on the loose with a really big ax, ready to chase folks through a topiary maze while the storm of the century descends without mercy. Do the Right Thing (1989) The best movie from American auteur Spike Lee, and one of the best movies ever about race relations, “Do the Right Thing” is set in a multicultural Brooklyn neighbor-

Fargo (1996) Everyone remembers the Midwestern accents, Frances McDormand’s delectable Marge Gunderson and, of course, the soshocking-it’s-funny wood-chipper scene,

but Joel and Ethan Coen’s dark, stark masterwork “Fargo” is equally unforgettable for its striking, snow-blanketed landscape. Photographed beautifully by the Coens’ go-to cinematographer, Roger Deakins, the oh-so-authentic Minnesota and North Dakota locales are richly established, capturing small-town isolation and making sub-zero temperatures palpable. Natives of Minneapolis, the Coens knew the setting well and, clearly, also knew how everything, especially murder, is more dramatic against a white canvas. Magnolia (1999) Divine intervention? Wild symbolism? Perhaps only director Paul Thomas Anderson can explain precisely why his sprawling ensemble drama “Magnolia” culminates with an arresting sequence in which frogs rain from the sky. The freak occurrence grabs all the film’s plot threads just as the characters are finally unraveling, and it grabs the viewer with its deadly serious presentation and sheer, brilliant randomness. Word is animal rain actually has been reported throughout history in places like Singapore and Japan, presumably brought on by fierce winds that sweep up small critters and carry them off for miles. And you thought shoveling snow was the pits. SPR Comment on these movies and see the trailers for “Twister” and “X2: X-Men United” at www.southphillyreview.com/arts-and-entertainment/movies.

Fire and ice may have never been better captured on screen than with “Do the Right Thing,” taking place on a scorching day, with Spike Lee, above, left, and Danny Aiello, and the snowy landscapes of “Fargo,” with Frances McDormand.

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W h a t ’s H a p p e n i n g The Temper Trap: 9 p.m. April 3. Tickets: $16-$19. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877-5988696. www.livenation.com. Norah Jones: 8 p.m. April 3. Tickets: $43-$63. Tower Theater, 69th and Ludlow streets, Upper Darby. 877598-8696. www.ticketmaster.com. Florence & the Machine: 9 p.m. April 3. Tickets: $20-$23. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877598-8696. www.livenation.com. Black Rebel Motorcycle Club: 8 p.m. April 6. Tickets: $20. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877598-8696. www.livenation.com. Doug O’Connor, Saeka Matsuyama and Susan Babini: 7:30 p.m. April 7. Tickets: $5-$30. Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets. 215893-1999. www.kimmelcenter.org. Yeﬁm Bronfman: April 9. Tickets: $23. Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets. 215-569-8080. www. pcmsconcerts.org. Cinderella: 8:30 p.m. April 9. Tickets: $30-$32. Electric Factory, 421 N Seventh St. 215-627-1332. www.electricfactory.info. Fab Faux: 8 p.m. April 10. Tickets: $46.50-$66.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-5727650. www.keswicktheatre.com. Jupiter Quartet: April 11. Tickets: $23. Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S. Columbus Blvd. 215569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. Chelsea Handler: 8 p.m. April 17. Tickets: $55-$85. Tower Theater, 69th and Ludlow streets, Upper Darby. 877-598-8696. www.ticketmaster.com. Edie Carey: 11 p.m. April 17. Tickets: $5. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. www. worldcafelive.com. Colin Hay: 7:30 p.m. April 20-21. Tickets: $35-$45. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. www.worldcafelive.com. Curtis Chamber Orchestra: 8 p.m. April 21. Tickets: $23. Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets. 215-5698080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. Richard Goode: 8 p.m. April 22. Tickets: $23. Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets. 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. One Night of Queen: 8 p.m. April 22. Tickets: $32.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www. keswicktheatre.com. Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood: 8 p.m. April 23. Tickets: $38.50-$48.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-5727650. www.keswicktheatre.com. Cowboy Junkies: 7:30 p.m. April 24. Tickets: $40-$50. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. www.worldcafelive.com. Joe Bonamassa: 8 p.m. April 24. Tickets: $27.50-$40. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215572-7650. www.keswicktheatre.com.

Steve Harvey: 8 p.m. April 24. Tickets: $42.50-$49.50. Liacouras Center, 1776 N. Broad St. 800-2984200. www.liacourascenter.com. Thirty Seconds to Mars: 8:30 p.m. April 24. Tickets: $31-$33. Electric Factory, 421 N Seventh St. 215-6271332. www.electricfactory.info. Hot Chip: 8 p.m. April 25. Tickets: $30-$33. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877-598-8696. www. livenation.com. Hagen Quartet: 8 p.m. April 28. Tickets: $23. Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets. 215-569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. Belcea Quartet: 8 p.m. April 29. Tickets: $23. Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S. Columbus Blvd. 215569-8080. www.pcmsconcerts.org. Roberto Díaz and Meng-Chieh Liu: 8 p.m. April 30. Tickets: $23. American Philosophical Society, 104 S. Fifth St. 215-569-8080. www. pcmsconcerts.org. Bill Cosby: 4 and 8 p.m. May 1. Tickets: $49-$67. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www.keswicktheatre.com. Corinne Bailey Rae: 9 p.m. May 1. Tickets: $27.50-$30.50. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877598-8696. www.livenation.com. Johnny Mathis: 7:30 p.m. May 2. Tickets: $40-$61. Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad St. 215-893-1999. www.academyofmusic.org. Sia: 8 p.m. May 2. Tickets: $2-$23. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877-598-8696. www. livenation.com.

Mark Knopﬂer: 8 p.m. May 7. Tickets: $39-$85. Tower Theatre, 69th and Ludlow streets, Upper Darby. 877-598-8696. www.livenation.com. Pat Metheny: 8 p.m. May 18. Tickets: $52.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-5727650. www.keswicktheatre.com. Mo’Nique: 8 p.m May 21. Tickets: $39.50-$59.50. Liacouras Center, 1776 N. Broad St. 800-298-4200. www.liacourascenter.com. Animal Liberation Orchestra: 9 p.m. May 21. Tickets: $10.50-$17. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877-598-8696. www. livenation.com. Toad the Wet Sprocket: 8 p.m. May 26. Tickets: $27.50-$32.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www. keswicktheatre.com. Bela Fleck, Zakir Hussain and Edgar Meyer: 8 p.m. May 27. Tickets: $38.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-5727650. www.keswicktheatre.com. Brian Jonestown Massacre: 8 p.m. June 8. Tickets: $16-$19. Theater of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 877-598-8696. www.livenation.com. Carole King and James Taylor: 7:30 p.m. June 10 and 22. Tickets: $39.50-$350. Wachovia Center, 3601 S. Broad St. 800-298-4200. www.comcasttix.com. Maxwell and Jill Scott: 7 p.m. June 19. Tickets: $57-$152. Wachovia Center, 3601 S. Broad St. 800-298-4200. ComcastTIX.com.

“Weird Al” Yankovic: 8 p.m. June 25. Tickets: $29-$39. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www.keswicktheatre.com. Dave Matthews Band: 7 p.m. June 30-July 1. Tickets: $40-$75. Susquehanna Bank Center, 1 Harbour Blvd., Camden, N.J. 800745-3000. www.livenation.com. Joan Armatrading with Shawn Colvin: 7:30 p.m. July 7. Tickets: $35-$55. Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road. 800-745-3000. www.longwoodgardens.com. Boz Scaggs: 7:30 p.m. July 8. Tickets: $49.50-$59.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www. keswicktheatre.com. U2: 8 p.m. July 12. Tickets: $33.50$253.50. Lincoln Financial Field, 1020 Pattison Ave. 877-598-8696. www.livenation.com. Chris Isaak: 7:30 p.m. July 13. Tickets: $39.50-$69.50. Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road. 800-745-3000. www.longwoodgardens.com. ZOSO: 8 p.m. July 15. Tickets: $25. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www. keswicktheatre.com. Levon Helm: 7:30 p.m. July 22. Tickets: $39.50-$59.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www. keswicktheatre.com. Dion: 7:30 p.m. July 28. Tickets: $39.50-$49.50. Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-572-7650. www.keswicktheatre.com.

Finding her voice Kathleen Turner shines in the title role and story of writer Molly Ivins in the world premiere of “Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins.” The one-woman show runs March 19 to April 18 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre, 480 S. Broad St. Tickets: $46-$59. 215-985-0420. www. philadelphia theatrecompany.org.

Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers: 7:30 p.m. July 31. Tickets: $52-$128. Wachovia Center, 3601 S. Broad St. 800-298-4200. ComcastTIX.com. Jimmy Buffett: 8 p.m. Aug. 7 and 10. Tickets: $36-$136. Susquehanna Bank Center, 1 Harbour Blvd., Camden, N.J. www.livenation.com. American Carnage Tour: with Slayer, Megadeth and Testament, 7 p.m. Aug. 15. Susquehanna Bank Center, 1 Harbour Blvd., Camden, N.J. www.livenation.com. Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes: 8 p.m. Nov. 27. Tickets: $39.50 Keswick Theatre, 291 N. Keswick Ave., Glenside. 215-5727650. www.keswicktheatre.com.

Museums /Exhibits/Galleries >Academy of Natural Sciences: “Looking at Animals,” through May 16; “Creatures of the Abyss,” June 5-Sept. 6. 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. 215-299-1000. www.ansp.org. >African American Museum: “Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia, 17761876,” ongoing. 701 Arch St. 215574-0380. www.aampmuseum.org. >American Swedish Historical Museum: “Printscapes: Impressions of Nature,” through May 2; “Nudes by Anders Zorn” and “Material Matters: Samples from the Textile Collection,” both through spring. 1900 Pattison Ave. 215-3891776. www.americanswedish.org. Asian Arts Initiative: “Home: Far & Near,” 7:30 p.m. March 25-27 and April 3. 1219 Vine St. 215-5570455. www.asianartsinitiative.org. >Bridgette Mayer Gallery: “Nightlife & The Divided Plane,” through March 27; “New Ceramic Works,” March 30-May 1. Opening reception is 6-8:30 p.m. April 2; “New Works,” May 4-29. Opening reception is 6-8:30 p.m. May 7; “Group Show Benefit” for Back on My Feet, June. Opening reception is 6-8:30 p.m. June 4; Gallery Artists Group Show, July. Opening reception is 6-8:30 p.m. July 2. 709 Walnut St. 215-413-8893. www. mayerartconsultants.com. >Center for Emerging Visual Artists: “Limited Engagement,” through March 19. 1521 Locust St. 215-546-7775. www.cfeva.org. Clay Studio: “Elements of Function,” March 29-30. 137-39 N. Second St. 215-925-3453. www. theclaystudio.org. Cosmopolitan Club of Philadelphia: 1616 Latimer St. 6100649-3174. www.cosclub.org.

>Da Vinci Art Alliance: “Confluence,” through March 28; “Claybody,” March 31-April 30. 704 Catharine St. www.davinciartalliance.org. >Fleisher Art Memorial: Works by George Ferrandi, through April 23. 705 Christian St. www.fleisher.org. Franklin Institute: “Electricity” and “Changing Earth,” both opening March 27 then ongoing; “Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt,” June 5-Jan. 2. 20th St. and the Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. 215448-1200. www.fi.edu. >Ice Box Gallery: ”Medium Resistance-Revolutionary Tendencies in Print and Craft,” through April 4. Crane Arts Building, 1400 N. American St. Independence Seaport Museum: “It Sprang from the River! Everyday Objects with Maritime Secrets,” March 26-Jan. 3. 211 S. Columbus Blvd. 215-413-8655. www.phillyseaport.org. >Institute of Contemporary Art: “Dance with Camera” and “Video Art: Replay, Everyday Imaginary,” both through March 21; “Maira Kalman: Various Illuminations (of a Crazy World),” through June 6; and “Video Art: Replay, Part 3,” April 23Aug. 1. 118 S. 36th St. 215-573-9975. www.icaphila.org. >International House: “Selected Portraits,” through July 2; Timothy Carey film screening, 7 p.m. April 9. 3701 Chestnut St. 215-387-5125. www.ihousephilly.org. >James Oliver Gallery: “Play Mate,” through March 23. 723 Chestnut St. 267-918-7432. www. jamesolivergallery.com. >Laurel Hill Cemetery Tour: “Where is Julia? Pretty Places & Victorian Era Superstitions,” 2 p.m. March 21; “Unearthing Laurel Hill: A History Written in Stone,” 2 p.m. March 27; “The Moving Finger Writes: Laurel Hill in Words So Written,” 2 p.m. April 17; “A Note Suspended in Time: The Musical Masters of Laurel Hill,” 2 p.m. April 25; “Designing for the Dead: Laurel Hill’s Art & Architecture,” 2 p.m. May 22; “Unearthing Laurel Hill: By the Rise of the Full Flower Moon,” 7 p.m. May 27. 3822 Ridge Ave. 215-228-8200. www. thelaurelhillcemetery.org. Laurel Hill Mansion: “We the Women 2010,” 2-4 p.m. March 28. East Edgley Drive and Fairmount Park. 215-627-1770. LaurelHillMansion@verizon.net. www. laurelhillmansion.org. >Magic Gardens: “Tell-Tale Tiles & Fractured Fantasies,” March 19-April 19. 1020-22 South St. www. philadelphiasmagicgardens.org. >Mutter Museum: “Corporeal Manifestations,” through Aug. 2. 19 S. 22nd St. 215-563-3737. www. muttermuseum.com. >National Constitution Center: “Ancient Rome & America,” through Aug. 1; “A More Perfect

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W h a t ’s H a p p e n i n g Union-Confronting America’s Racial Divide,” 6:30 p.m. March 18; five-course dinner “Vino Vitae,” 5:30-9:30 p.m. March 25. Tickets: $129-$149. 525 Arch St., Independence Mall. 215-409-6700. www. constitutioncenter.org. >Nexus/foundation: ”ExtraDimensional Printmaking Invitational,” through April 2. Opening reception is 6-9 p.m. March 26. 1400 N. American St. 215-684-1946. www.nexusphiladelphia.org. >Painted Bride Arts Center: Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers, 8 p.m. March 18-20; “Home,” March 31-May 15. Opening receptions are 5-7 p.m. April 2 and May 7. 230 Vine St. 215925-9914. www.paintedbride.org. >Philadelphia Art Alliance: “Convergence: Pottery from Studio and Factory” and “En route,” both through May 3. 251 S. 18th St. 215545-4302. www.philartalliance.org. >Philadelphia Folklore Project: “Under Autumn Moon: Reclaiming Time and Space in Chinatown,” through May 8. 735 S. 50th St. 215726-1106. www.folkloreproject.org. >Philadelphia Museum of Art: “The Platinum Process: Photographs from the 19th to the 21st Centuries,” through May 23; “Notations/Bruce Nauman: Days and Giorni,” through April 4; “Picasso and the Avant-Garde in Paris,” through April 25; “Marcel Wanders: Daydreams,” through June 13; “Kantha: The Embroidered Quilts of Bengal” through July 25; “Arts of Bengal: Wives, Mothers, Goddesses,” through July; “Late Renoir,” June 17-Sept. 6. 26th St. and the Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. 215-763-8100. www.philamuseum.org. >Philadelphia Museum of Jewish Art: “Judith K. Brodsky: A Memoir of an Assimilated Family,” through July 30. 615 N. Broad St. 215-627-6747. Philadelphia Sketch Club: Small oil paintings, April 9-24. Opening reception is 2-4 p.m. April 11. 235 S. Camac St. 215-545-9298. www.sketchclub.org. >Philadelphia Zoo: Spring Break Camp: I Want To Be a Zookeeper, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 31-April 2; Junior Nature Journey: Sounds of Spring, 7-9 p.m. April 9; Zoo Keeper Evening, 6-8 p.m. April 10; Creatures of Habitat Opening Weekend, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 1011; Family Overnight Adventures: Slumber Party for the Planet, 6:30 p.m. April 24-10 a.m. April 25; Creatures of Culture Series: Asia & Pacific Islands, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 8-9; Keeping Up with the Keepers, 9-11 a.m. May 16; Family Overnight Adventures: Roar and Snore Under the Stars, 6:30 p.m. May 22-10 a.m. May 23. 34th St. and Girard Ave. 215-243-5336. www.philadelphiazoo.org.

For the glory of Rome Celebrating an empire, the National Constitution Center offers the exhibit “Ancient Rome & America” through Aug. 1 that examines the cultural, political and social connections between the two as well as the complementary ﬁve-course Italian dinner “Vino Vitae” 5:30-9:30 p.m. March 25. Tickets for the dinner are $129-$149 and a sommelier will be on site to assist with wine pairings. 525 Arch St., Independence Mall. 215-409-6700. www. constitutioncenter.org. >Please Touch Museum: “Exploring Trees Inside and Out,” through May 2; “There’s Something Under My Bed,” through May 9; Puppet Play Date, March 21; celebrate Maya Angelou’s birthday, 1 p.m. April 4; Cherry Blossom queen appearance, noon April 11; Book Awards ceremony, April 23; Storybook Ball, 6-9 p.m. April 24. 4231 Avenue of the Republic. 215-963-0667. www. pleasetouchmuseum.org. >Print Center: “Philagrafika 2010: The Graphic Unconscious,” through April 11. 1614 Latimer St. 215-7356090. www.printcenter.org. >Rosenbach Museum & Library: “Moore Adventures in Wonderland,” through June 6; “Friend or Faux: Imitation and Invention from Innocent to Fraudulent,” through July 11; Sendak in Spring Festival, noon-4 p.m. March 20-21. 2008-2010 Delancey Place. 215732-1600. www.rosenbach.org. >Sam Quinn Gallery: “Silent Spaces,” through April 19. 4501 Spruce St. 267-408-5769. www. samquinn.com. Simone Museum: “Demonstration Day: Tribute to Sebring,” March 27. 6825-31 Norwitch Dr. 215-3657233. www.simonefoundation.org. >Sol Mednick Gallery: “Drawing the Time in Between,” through April 2; “Fall River Boys,” April 9-May 2; Sophomore photography exhibit, May 7-21; “Brace for Impact: The Aftermath of Flight 1549,” May 28-Aug. 7. University of the Arts, 211 S. Broad St. 215-717-6300. >Space 1026: “Separations Anxiety,” through March 27. 1026 Arch St., www.space1026.com. Sub Octo Gallery: “Val Cushing,” March 30-April 25. Opening reception is 5-9 p.m. April 1. 2202 Alter St. 215-893-8812. www.octostudio.com. >University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology: “Righteous Dopefiend: Homelessness, Addiction

and Poverty in Urban America” and “The Goodlands: Young Photographers Inspiring Hope in North Philadelphia,” both through May; “Fulfilling a Prophecy: The Past and Present of the Lenape in Pennsylvania,” through July 11; Help for Haiti: Beyond Media Coverage, An Evening of Philanthropy and Learning, 6:30-8:30 p.m. March 19; “Hips Don’t Lie” Belly Dance Introductory Workshops, 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. March 20; “In Citizen’s Garb: Southern Plains Native Americans, 1889-91,” March 26-June 20; Belly Dance Course, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Tuesdays March 30-May 4; “Thieves of Baghdad,” the story behind theft, looting, and recovery of Iraq Museum Artifacts, 6 p.m. March 31. South St. 215-8984000. www.museum.upenn.edu. >Vox Populi: “Dead Flowers,” through May 2. 319 N. 11th St. 215238-1236. www.voxpopuligallery.org. Wood Turning Center: “Magic Realism: Material Illusions,” April 2-July 17. Panel discussion is 3-5 p.m. April 2. 501 Vine St. 215-9238000. www.woodturningcenter.org.

Special events Philadelphia Invitational Furniture Show: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. March 27-28. Cost: $12-$15. Navy Yard, 5100 S. Broad St. 215-387-8590. Philadelphia Film Festival Spring Preview: April 9-11. Prince Music Theater, 1412 Chestnut St. 215253-3599. www.filmadelphia.org. Philadelphia Antiques Show: April 17-20 with loan exhibit “A Call to Arms: Chinese Armorial Porcelain for the British and American Markets, 1700-1850.” Navy Yard, 5100 S. Broad St. 215-387-3500. www.philaantiques.com.

Zoe Strauss art exhibit: 1-4 p.m. May 2. Rain or shine. Under I-95 at Front and Mifflin streets. Philly Beer Week: June 4-13. www.phillybeerweek.org. Taste of the Nation: June 21 with food, alcohol and auction. Proceeds benefit Share Our Strength’s efforts to end childhood hunger. Admission: $85-$135. Loews Hotel, 1200 Market St. www.TasteOfTheNation.org. Philadelphia Fashion Week: Oct. 6-9. 23rd Street Armory between Market and Chestnut streets. Tickets sales start in June. Philadelphia Film Festival: Oct. 14-24. Venues to be announced. Submissions being accepted. 215253-3599. www.filmadelphia.org.

Spring things >Peddler’s Village: Quilt competition and display, through April 11; Strawberry Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 1-2; fine art and contemporary crafts show, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 5-6. 41 Peddler’s Village Road, Lahaska. 215-794-4000. www.peddlersvillage.com. >Hayrides to Bunnyland: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. March 20-21 and March 27-April 3 with storytelling, face painting, pony rides and free photo ops with the Easter Bunny. Linvilla Orchards, 137 W. Knowlton Road. 610-876-7116. www.Linvilla.com. Easter Egg Hunt: March 27. 1929 E. Passyunk Ave. 215-336-1455. www.visiteastpassyunk.com. Bunny Hop: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 27-28. Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W. Girard Ave. 215-243-1100. www. philadelphiazoo.org. Easter Workshop: March 28. Admission: $6. American Swedish Historical Museum, 1900 Pattison Ave. 215-389-1776. www.americanswedish.org. Easter Egg Hunt: 1 and 3 p.m. April 3. Reservations required.

Stenton, 4601 N. 18th St. 215-3297512. www.stenton.org. Egg Hunt: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 4. Discovery Children’s Museum, 2040 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, N.J. 856-424-1233. www.discoverymuseum.com. Easter Lunch Cruise: 1- 3:30 p.m. April 4. Cost: $28.45-$56.90. Pier 3, Columbus Blvd. and Lombard St. 866-455-3866. www. spiritofphiladelphia.com “Compost Matters:” Conference on the state of composting in the Delaware Valley, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. April 9. International House, 3701 Chestnut St. 215-988-8869. www. PHSonline.org. Family Fun Fishing Derby: 9 a.m.-3 p.m April 10. Fee: $14.99 per fisherman. Linvilla Orchards, 137 W. Knowlton Road. 610-876-7116. www.Linvilla.com. Camden Children’s Garden: Dino Day and Bug Bonanza Family Festival, noon-4 p.m. April 10-11; “Getting Started in the Garden” adult workshop, 10-11:30 a.m. April 21. Reservations required; Earth and Arbor Day Family Festival, noon-4 p.m. April 24-25; Beautiful Butterflies, Birds, and Cinco de Mayo Family Festival, noon-4 p.m. May 8-9; Fit and Fun Family Festival, noon-4 p.m. May 22-23; StrawBEARy Surprise and Nature in Art Day Family Festival, noon-4 p.m. June 12-13. 3 Riverside Drive, Camden, N.J. 856-365-8733. www. camdenchildrensgarden.org. “A Garden Well Placed-A Designer’s Harmony between House and Garden:” 6:30 p.m. April 12. Fee: $25-$70. Union League, 140 S. Broad St. 212-4802889. www.royal-oak.org. Pennsylvania Horticultural Society: “The Solitude-A Celebration 225 Years in the Making” lecture, 6 p.m. April 13. Fee: $10-$20; “Pollination Biology” lecture, 6:30 p.m. Mondays, April 5-May 10; “BrownBag Lunch: Southeast Asia,” noon April 19. Fee: $5. 100 N. 20th St. www.phsonline.org. “Designing and Maintaining Spring Planters:” 6:30-8 p.m. April 19. Fee: $25. Community College of Philadelphia, 1700 Spring Garden St. 215-751-8381/8531. www.ccp.edu. “Kitchen Garden in a Pot:” 6-7 p.m. April 21. Philadelphia City Institute Free Library of Philadelphia, 1905 Locust St. www.phsonline.org.

Theater/Dance/Opera >Belles of Dublin: Through March 21. Tickets: $20. Red Room at Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. Eighth St. 215-923-0210. www. societyhillplayhouse.org. >Blue Door: Through March 21. Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. Second St. 215-922-1122. www. ardentheatre.org.

>Take Me Out: Through March 27. Tickets: $10-$25. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St. 215-7350630. www.playsandplayers.org. >Happily Ever After: Through March 28. Tickets: $20-$35. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St. 215-592-9560. www.1812productions.org. >Language Rooms: Through April 4. Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad St. 215-546-7824. www. wilmatheater.org. >Romeo and Juliet: Through April 11. Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. Second St. 215-922-1122. www. ardentheatre.org. >The Irish and How They Got That Way: Through April 18. Tickets: $35-$47. Kimmel Center, 260 S. Broad St. 215-893-1999. www. kimmelcenter.org. >Respect, A Musical Journey of Women: Through April 18. Tickets: $40-$45. Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. Eighth St. 215-9253769. www.comcasttix.com. >Flashpoint DNA, Dynamic New Art: Through May 3. Tickets: $35-$45. Adrienne Theater, 2030 Sansom St. 215-665-9720. >Fallen Angels: Through May 7. Tickets: $10-$60. Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St. 215-5743550. www.walnutstreettheatre.org. >The Gnadiges Fraulein (Gracious Lady): March 19-April 3. Tickets: $20. Second Stage at the Adrienne Theater, 2030 Sansom St. 215-285-0472. www.idiopathicridiculopathyconsortium.org. >Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins: March 19-April 18. Suzanne Roberts Theatre, 480 S. Broad St. 215-985-0420. www. philadelphiatheatrecompany.org. >Philadelphia Young Playwrights’: “Away He Flew” and “Monster Butterfly,” 11 a.m. March 20. Philadelphia Art Alliance, 251 S. 18th St. 215-665-9226. www. phillyyoungplaywrights.org. >Shut Up & Dance: 8 pm. March 20. Tickets: $35-$100, benefits MANNA. Forrest Theatre, 1114 Walnut St. 215-496-2662. www. mannapa.org. >The Lion King: March 23-April 24. Tickets: $23-$95. Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad St. 215-8931999. www.academyofmusic.org. On Your Toes: 8 p.m. March 24-28. Merriam Theater, 250 S. Broad St. 215545-1664. www.uarts.ticketleap.com. Some Assembly Required: March 25-April 17. Tickets: $25. Red Room at the Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. Eighth St. 215-923-0210 www. societyhillplayhouse.org.

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Tours Artisanal Beer, Cheese & Prosciutto Tasting: 3:30 p.m. the first, third and fifth Saturday of the month. Tickets: $45. Meet inside Old City Cheese, 160 N. Third St. 800979-3370. www.cityfoodtours.com.

Decadent Gourmet Tour: 3 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays with cheeses, chocolates and teas. Tickets: $29. Meet inside Di Bruno Bros., 1730 Chestnut St. 800-9793370. www.cityfoodtours.com. Flavors of Philly Tour: 1:30-4 p.m. Mondays-Sundays with cheesesteaks, soft pretzels, hoagies and more. Tickets: $29-$39. 800979-3370. www.cityfoodtours.com. Italian Market Tours: 215-3346008. PECO Green Roof Tours: 5-6 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month April-October. Fee: $5-$10. 2301 Market St. >Theater Tours: Participants receive the script and/or readings and discuss the materials with a docent. After each show, there is a roundtable with an artist from the show. Productions are: “Gnadiges Fraulein,” March 19-April 3; “Nerve;” “516,” and “Sunday in the Park with George,” May 27-July 4. Cost: $64. www.pdc1.org. Tours of Possibilities AfricanAmerican Tours: 215-877-7004. Wine, Chocolate & Tea Tour: 6 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays. Tickets: $55. Meets inside Tbar, 117 S. 12th St. 800-979-3370. www.cityfoodtours.com.

COMMUNITY Civic associations/ Town Watches >Columbus Square Park Advisory Council holds meetings 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. 12th and Wharton streets. www.columbussquarepark.org. Dickinson Narrows Civic Association holds meetings 7 p.m. the third Monday of the month. George Washington Elementary, Fifth and Federal streets. Dickinson Square Town Watch serves Front to Sixth streets, Reed to Mifflin streets. Diane Doiel, 215-336-2451. East Passyunk Crossing Civic Association and Town Watch serves Broad to Eighth streets, Tasker St. to Snyder Ave. Meetings are 7 p.m. the first Monday of the month. Cafeteria of Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School, 1736 S. 10th St. 215339-0400. www.epcrossing.org. >Friends of Dickinson Square Park general meeting is 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Dickinson Square Park, Fourth and Tasker streets. Annual community meeting is 7 p.m. March 18 with plans for the park renovation shared and information about

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“Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt” has its world premiere June 5 at the Franklin Institute, 20th St. and the Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. The exhibit, featuring more than 250 artifacts, runs through Jan. 2. 215-448-1200. www.ﬁ.edu. upcoming events. Refreshments will be served. 215-685-1885. info@ dickinsonsquare.org. www.dickinsonsquare.org. >Grays Ferry Community Council covers 27th and Wharton streets to Moore St. to 34th St. and 24th and Moore streets to Passyunk and Penrose avenues. Service area meeting is 7 p.m. March 23 at William Barrett Nabuurs Center, 28th and Dickinson streets. Nominations for board members will be taken at meeting. Nominations can also be made at the office, 9 a.m.-noon, March 24-26 and 29-30. 1501 S. 29th St. 215-3365005. www.graysferrycc.org. Guerin Residents Organizing Urban Pride (GROUP) meets 7 p.m. the last Monday of the month. 16th and Jackson streets. www. group_mngr@yahoo.com. Hawthorne Cultural Center holds meetings 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. 1200 Carpenter St. 215-685-1848. Lower Moyamensing Civic Association services Snyder to Oregon avenues and Broad to Eighth streets. Town Watch walks every other Monday. www.lomophilly.org. Neighborhood Stakeholders Advisory Committee holds meetings 6-7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. United Communities, 2029 S. Eighth St. Keith Watkins, 215-468-1645 ext. 226.

Newbold Neighbors Association meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month. South Philadelphia Library, Broad and Morris streets. www.newboldneighbors.org. Passyunk Square Civic Association serves Washington to Tasker, Sixth to Broad streets. General meetings are 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at South Philadelphia Older Adult Center, Passyunk Ave. and Dickinson St. Gold Star Park Clean Up is 10 a.m.noon the second to last Saturday of the month. www.passyunk.org. Pennsport Civic Association meets 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month. EOM, 138 Moore St. 215-462-9764. Point Breeze Civic Association is registering ages 7-12 for tutoring in reading, math and English. 1518 S. 22nd St. 215-755-6628. South of South Neighborhood Association serves the area from Broad St. to the Schuylkill River, South St. to Washington Ave. Meetings are the second Wednesday of the month. www.southofsouth.org. West Passyunk Point Neighborhood Association meets 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Cafe con Chocolate, 2100 S. Norwood St. 215-498-6891. westpassyunkpoint@hotmail.com. Whitman Council Inc. holds board meetings 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month. Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, 2329 S. Third St. 138 Moore St. 215-468-4056.

>Gershman Y: Stand Up comedy class, 6-9 p.m. March 18, 25 and April 1, 8, 15, 22. Cost: $310; “Leonard Bernstein: The Political Life of an American Musician,” 11 a.m. March 21. Cost: $22-$25; “Literary Encounters: A Book Group Like No Other,” 7 p.m. March 24. Cost: $14, for the book; “Barbie and Ruth: Working Women’s Lunch,” noon March 25. Cost: $20-$25. 401 S. Broad St. 215545-4400. www.pjff.org. >JCCs Stiffel Senior Center: Thrift shop sells used clothing 10 a.m.-noon Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; Passover Seder, 11:30 a.m. March 19; Joy DelConte sings 1 p.m. March 23; Book Club meets 10:30 a.m. March 25; “Navigating Life’s Changes,” 12:45 p.m. March 25; “Words in Bloom” Poetry Project, 10:30 a.m.-noon April 12, 19, 26. 604 Porter St. 215-468-3500. >Philadelphia Senior Center: “International Dance Cabaret,” 2-6 p.m. March 20 with a live band and disc jockey. Cost: $15; digital photography class, 1 p.m. Mondays; diabetes support group, 1 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month; Silver Sneakers fitness classes, 2 p.m. Tuesdays; T’ai chi, 1 p.m. Mondays; Rev Up, 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays; yoga, 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. 509 S. Broad St. 215-546-5879. www. philaseniorcenter.org. Samuel S. Fels Community Center: Free exercise program Tuesday and Thursday mornings. 2407 S. Broad St. 215-218-0800. Single Parents Society holds senior dances Fridays, 8-11 p.m. 1430 S. Passyunk Ave. 215-465-2298. South Philadelphia Older Adult Center: Socials every Wednesday, 7-10 p.m., with live music and refreshments. Cost: $7. 1430 Passyunk Ave. 215-952-0547. United Communities Houston Community Center: Emergency energy assistance, ESL and computer classes. Free clothing giveaway 1:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Emergency food cupboard. Houston Center, 2029 S. Eighth St. 215-467-8700. United Communities Southwark House: Bingo, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Thursdays; karate classes for ages 14 and up, 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 101 Ellsworth St. 215-673-1484. www.ska.org.

Churches and congregations >Pancake Breakfast is 8:3011:30 a.m. March 20. Cost: $3-$5. Greenwich Light Baptist Church. 121 W. Oregon Ave. 215-467-9259. >Zion A.M.E. Church hosts a black-and-white tea noon-3:30 p.m. March 20. Red Hat groups welcome. 1600 S. 21st St. 215-334-4953. >St. Thomas Aquinas celebrates its 125th anniversary March 20 with a 4 p.m. Mass and a 5:30 p.m. dinner at Galdo’s, 20th St. and Moyamensing Ave. Cost: $40 per person. 1719 Morris St. 215-334-2312. >First African Baptist Church celebrates Heritage Day 4 p.m. March 21. 1600 Christian St. 215-735-1050. “Discovering Einstein’s God: An Evening With Krista Tippett:” 7-8 p.m. April 27. Tickets: $24-$29. Kimmel Center, 260 S. Broad St. 215893–1999. www.KimmelCenter.org. The Lighthouse gives away clothes and food 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays. 30th and Wharton streets. 215-463-2434. Mount Enon Baptist Church holds a free lunch program 12:30 p.m. the third and fourth Wednesdays of the month. 500 Snyder Ave. 215-334-2844. Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church hosts a book club 7 p.m. the last Monday of the month. 916 S. Swanson St. 267-304-3424.

Flea market Guerin Recreation Center: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 10. Rain date is April 24. Spots are $20. Must have own tables. 1600 Jackson St. 215-380-8987.

Health >Fight for Air Climb: 8:30 a.m. March 20. Benefits the American Lung Association. Bell Atlantic Tower, 1717 Arch St. www.mrsnv.com. “Surviving the City: Buddhist Advice for City Life:” 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 27. Amitayus Kadampa Buddhist Center, 814 Chestnut St. www.meditationinphiladelphia.org. Step Up to Speak Up: 6-8 p.m. March 27 to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation among African-Americans. Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St. www.StepUptoSpeakUp.org.

W h a t â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s H a p p e n i n g Stroehmann Bakeries Walk Against Hunger & 5K Run: April 10. Register: 7:15 and 8 a.m.; event starts 8:30. Fee: $20-$30. Philadelphia Museum of Art at Eakins Oval 215-769-0659. www. hungerwalk.org Boot Camp Demo is 6:30 p.m. April 13-15. Marconi Plaza, Broad St. and Oregon Ave. 267-773-7346. Miles for Myeloma 5K Run/Walk Event: April 24. Fee: $30-$35. Register at 7:30 a.m. Run/ Walk begins at 9. Martin Luther King Drive. www.active.com. Legal Clinic for the Disabled offers free legal advice and representation for low-income people with physical disabilities. Magee Rehabilitation Hospital, 1513 Race St. 215-587-3350. Intercultural Family Services Inc./PHACE provides free HIV counseling and testing, contraception and workshops. 2317 S. 23rd St. 215-468-4673.

Libraries >Central Library: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Spirit of Satire,â&#x20AC;? through March 19; William Peter Blatty speaks on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dimiter,â&#x20AC;? 7:30 p.m. March 18; Tim Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien speaks on â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Things They Car-

ried,â&#x20AC;? 7:30 p.m. March 23; Lori D. Ginzberg speaks on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Elizabeth Cady Stanton: An American Life,â&#x20AC;? 7:30 p.m. March 24; Marilyn Johnson speaks on â&#x20AC;&#x153;This Book Is Overdue!: How Librarians and Cybrarians Can Save Us All,â&#x20AC;? 7:30 p.m. March 25; Free Library Festival, April 17-18. 1901 Vine St. www.freelibrary.org. >Donatucci Sr. Library: Easter Bunny visits 2-3:30 p.m. March 20. Pictures: $5. Make an Easter craft and receive an Easter egg; preschool story time, 10:30 a.m. March 25 with craft program following; Spring Teen Fashion Show auditions for boys and girls ages 12-18, 1-4 p.m. April 10; computer tutorials for adults and seniors, noon Thursdays; LEAP After-School Program, 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; homework and computer assistance, 3-5 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; yoga for adults and seniors, 6:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; Chess and Board Game Club, 4 p.m. Fridays; arts and crafts, 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays; and Teen Gaming Club, 4 p.m. Thursdays. Hours: Noon-8 p.m.

Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 10 a.m.5 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; closed Sundays and Mondays. 1935 Shunk St. 215-685-1755. >Fumo Family Library Branch: Music and Movement for ages 15 months-3 years, 10:30 a.m. March 19. 2437 S. Broad St. 215-685-1758. Santore Library: Smoking cessation six-week course, 1 p.m. Mondays. 932 S. Seventh St. 215-686-1766. South Philadelphia Library: ESL classes, 12:30-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 1700 S. Broad St. 215-685-1866.

Mummers Hog Island N.Y.A. holds preteen dances 7 p.m. Fridays. Donation: $7. 2116 S. Third St.

Recreation centers and playgrounds Marian Anderson: Better Days offers HIV/AIDS counseling, contraception, teen workshops and more. 17th and Fitzwater streets. 215-685-6594. Capitolo: After-school program for ages 6-13 3:30-6 p.m. MondayFriday. Cost: $10/week. Ninth and Federal streets. 215-685-1883.

Columbus-DiProspero: 12th and Wharton streets. 215-685-1890. Dickinson Square: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Flowers for the Urban Garden,â&#x20AC;? lecture 10-11 a.m. April 10. Fourth and Tasker streets. 215-685-1885. DiSilvestro: After-school program for ages 5-12 3-6 p.m. MondaysFridays. Cost: $25/month. 1701 S. 15th St. 215-685-1598. Guerin: Art classes for rubberstamping and an Easter/spring favor box, 6:30 p.m. March 29; Pinochle, 12:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; Ballet, tap and jazz/hip-hop lessons, 5 p.m. Thursdays; After-school program 3-6 p.m. weekdays for ages 5-10; Girl Scouts meet 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays; Ceramics are 7:30 p.m. Mondays. 16th and Jackson streets. 215-685-1894. Hawthorne Cultural Center: Linedancersize, 6:15-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays and kung fu classes 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays; afterschool program for ages 5-12 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Cost: $5/week;

drawing, and painting classes 2:304:30 p.m. Saturdays. Free. Students must provide their own supplies and will be given a list. 1200 Carpenter St. 215-685-1848. hawthornerec@ yahoo.com.. Murphy: Aerobic classes 6:307:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Cost: $6; Ceramic classes for adults, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. Cost: $2; sculpture/ceramics classes for ages 12-18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays; Murphy Recreation Center holds an after-school program 3-6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays for ages 6-12. Cost: $7/week. 300 Shunk St. 215685-1874. www.murphyrec.com. >Starr Garden: Yoga for Everyone, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays; Chess Club for ages 5-12, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Fridays; Capture the Flag Games, 3:30-5 p.m. Thursdays; Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Film Workshops for ages 7-10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays; Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art classes 10 a.m.-noon every other Saturday; and Intro to French classes for adults, 7-8 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays. Cost: $35. 600-44 Lombard St. 215-686-1782. Tolentine: After-school programs for ages 5-13 Monday-Friday. Van service as well as full- or half-day coverage available. 11th and Mifflin streets. 215-389-0717.

Reunions >Epiphany of Our Lord class of 1969, 7-11 p.m. March 20. Cost: $45. Mancini Caterers, 1840 S. Camac St. John Matteo, 609-972-6499 or keyboard45200@yahoo.com. Ss. John Neumann & Maria Goretti class of 1975, 7 p.m.-midnight April 16. Atlantic City Hilton Casino Resort, Boston Ave. and The Boardwalk. Cost: $75. Maria Montone Polillo, bchbunny1105@comcast.net; Joe Sarnese, 800-962-5373, ext. 2. St. Richardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, classes of 1950-60, 6:30-11 p.m. May 1. St. Richardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School Hall, 19th and Pollock streets. John Gipprich, 866-6895063 or GippIV@aol.com; Carmela Germana Karns, 215-538-8895 or ckarns3@verizon.net. All Grade School, Class of 1970 , Sept. 17 with Jerry Blavat. Galdoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 3211 S. 18th St. Denise LaRosa, 215 334 7667 or martini121856@yahoo.com.

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www.capemaymac.org >“Black, Blue & True: To the Tune of Inspiration” exhibit: Through April 18. Admission: $1-$2. Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. 609-884-6507. www.capemaymac.org. >“Sherlock Holmes’ Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle:” 8 p.m. March 19-20. Cost: $13-$23. First Presbyterian Church, 500 Hughes St. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. >Sherlock Holmes Weekend: March 19-21. Cost: $95-$180. 609884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. >Beth Tinnon: 8 p.m. March 19. Congress Hall, 29 Perry St. 609884-8421. www.congresshall.com. >Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour: March 20. Cost: $7-$10. Washington Street Mall Information Booth, Washington and Ocean streets. www.capemaymac.org. >Cape May Wine Trail: Noon-5 p.m. March 20, April 3 and 25, May 2 and 23. Cost: $75. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. >Search for Clues Tour: 1 p.m. March 20. Cost: $7.50-$15. Washington Street Mall Information Booth, Washington and Ocean streets. 609-884-5404. www. capemaymac.org. >Mad Batter Beer School: 2 p.m. March 21. Cost: $25. Mad Batter, 19 Jackson St. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. Walking Tour of the Historic District: 11 a.m. March 27. Cost: $5-$10. Washington Street Mall Information Booth, Washington and Ocean streets. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. Historic Haunts Combo Tour: 7 p.m. March 27. Cost: $15-$20. Washington Street Mall Information Booth, Washington and Ocean streets. 609-884-5404. www. capemaymac.org. Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour: March 27. Cost: $7-$10. Washington Street Mall Information Booth, Washington and Ocean streets. www.capemaymac.org. Cape May Wine SchoolWines from Australia and New Zealand: 1 p.m. March 28. Admission: $30. Washington Inn, 801 Washington St. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour: April 2-3. Cost: $7-$10. Washington Street Mall Information Booth, Washington and Ocean streets. www.capemaymac.org. Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour: April 9-10. Cost: $7-$10. Washington Street Mall Information Booth, Washington and Ocean streets. www.capemaymac.org. Dixieland Jazz: 2-4 p.m. April 11. Cost: $10. VFW Post 386 419, Congress St. 609-846-7667.

Cape May Wine School-East Coast Wines: 1 p.m. April 18. Admission: $30. Washington Inn, 801 Washington St. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. Mad Batter Beer School-German Beer: 2 p.m. April 25. Cost: $25. Mad Batter, 19 Jackson St. 609884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. Strictly Jersey Boat Show: April 30-May 2. South Jersey Marina. www.southjerseymarina.com. Spring Festival: April 23-May 2. 609-884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. Tulip & Garden Show: April 24. Rain date is April 25. Rotary Park, Lafayette St. between Decatur and Jackson streets. 609-884-5508. www.capemaychamber.com. Around Cape Island Boat Tour: 10 a.m. April 24-25. Cost: $18-$25. 609884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. Chocolate Championship Tour and Tasting: 1-3:30 p.m. April 24. Cost: $15-$25. 609-884-5404. www. capemaymac.org. Secret Garden Tours: 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. April 26-27 May 3-4. Cost: $10. 609-884-5508. www. capemaymac.org. A Victorian Primer: April 26-30. Cost: $10. Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St. 609-884-5404. www. capemaymac.org. Food, Flowers and Fun: Outdoor festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m, food tent, noon-3 p.m. May 1. Food tent admission: $20. Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. 609884-5404. www.capemaymac.org. INNteriors Tour & Tea: 1:30-3:30 p.m. April 29. Cost: $15-$20. Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St. 609-8845404. www.capemaymac.org. “Class:” May 14-June 12. Cost: $12.50-$35. Cape May Stage, 19 Perry St. 609-884-5404. www. capemaystage.com. Cape May Music Festival: May 20-June 10. Cost: $5-$25. 609-8845404. www.capemaymac.org.

Ocean City www.oceancitychamber.com >Springtime Show: Through March 31. Ocean City Fine Arts League Gallery, 608 Asbury Ave. 609-814-0308. www.oceancityfineartsleague.org.

Anything Goes Show: April 1. Ocean City Fine Arts League Gallery, 608 Asbury Ave. 609-814-0308. www.oceancityfineartsleague.org. Easter Arts and Crafts Fair: April 2-4. 4001 Coastal Hwy. 410-2138090. www.oceanpromotions.info. Easter in the Downtown: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 3. Sixth-11th streets on Asbury Ave. 609-398-4662. Great Egg Hunt: 2:30-3 p.m. April 3. Rain date: April 4. 11th-14th streets along the Beach. 609-525-9300. Easter Sunrise Service: 6:30-8 a.m. April 4. Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 609-525-9300. Easter Fashion Promenade: 1-3 p.m. April 4. Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and the Boardwalk. 609525-9300. Doo Dah Parade: Noon-1 p.m. April 17. Asbury Ave. from Sixth12th street. 609-525-9300. Earth Day Celebration: Noon-4 p.m. April 18. Bayside Center, 520 Bay Ave. 609-525-9285. Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival: April 23-25. 4001 Coastal Highway. 410-7424988. www.wardmuseum.org. Citywide Yard Sale: 8 a.m.-noon April 24. Tabernacle grounds, Fifth St. and Wesley Ave. 609-398-4662. Choral Festival: 7-9 p.m. April 24. Tabernacle, Fifth St. and Wesley Ave. 609-399-1915. www.octabemacle.org. Spring Block Party: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 1. Fifth-14th streets on Asbury Ave. 609-399-2629. Humane Society Spring Fling, Alumni Day & Flower Sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 8. Red Barn Building, 1 Shelter Road. 609-398-4200. www.hsocnj.org. American Heart Association HeartWalk: 9 a.m-noon May 22. Registration at 9 a.m.; walk begins at 10:30. Sports & Civic Center, Sixth and the Boardwalk. Barks on the Boards: Noon May 30. Registration begins at 11:30. Cost: $15 per dog. Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and the Boardwalk. 609-398-4200. www. hsocnj.org. Huw Priday Tenor Concert: 7-9 p.m. May 30. Tabernacle, Fifth St. and Wesley Ave. 609-399-1915, www.octabernacle.org.

Memorial Day Service: 11 a.m.noon May 31. Veteran’s Memorial Park, Fifth St. and Wesley Ave. 609-525-9300.

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www.seaislechamber.com >Easter Program: 4 p.m. March 24. Ran date is March 31. 59th St. and Central Ave. 609-263-0050. Ocean Drive Marathon: March 28. Registration at 8 a.m. 5K run/1.5 mile walk begins at 9:45 a.m. Cape May to Sea Isle City. 609-523-0880. www.odmarathon.org. US Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Safety Class: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. April 24. Registration: $40. Community Lodge, 300 JFK Blvd. and Park Road. 609-263-0050. Beach Clean Up: 10 a.m.-noon April 24. JFK Blvd and the Beach. 609-263-6000. Surf Fishing Tournament: 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 15. Register at 5:30 a.m. Cost: $10-$50. Community Lodge, 300 JFK Blvd. 609-6241427. www.asaconline.org. Peyton’s Promise 5K Run/2K Walk: 11 a.m. May 15. Register at 9:30 a.m. Cost: $10-$25. JFK Blvd. and The Promenade. 609-3359442. www.peytonpromise.com. Garden Club Flower Sale: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 22. Community Lodge, 300 JFK Blvd. and Park Road. 609-263-1157. MS Coast to Coast Bike Ride: May 22-23. 732-660-1005. www. bikenjm.nationalmssociety.org. Good Counsel Homes Walkathon: May 22. Register at 8:30 a.m. Walk begins at 9. 856-5894925. www.goodcounselhomes.org. Strathmere Ensemble Concert: 4-6 p.m. May 23. United Methodist Church, JFK Blvd. and Park Road. 609-263-6185. Turtle Party: 6-10 p.m. May 23. Fee: $20 Lobster Loft Restaurant, 42nd Place and The Bay. 609-263-9643. Tri for Our Veterans Triathlon: May 29. JFK Blvd. on the Promenade. 609-464-2407. www. piranha-sports.com. Memorial Day Ceremony: 10-11 a.m. May 31. Veterans Park, JFK Blvd. and Landis Ave. 609-263-4461.

The Wildwoods www.wildwoodsnj.com >Passports Around the World: 1-3:30 p.m. March 20. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 856-795-1560. www.gscsnj.org. >Spring Bridal Fair: Noon-5 p.m. March 21. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 609-465-7181. Ocean Drive Marathon and Health and Fitness Expo: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. March 27. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 609-523-0880. www. odmarathon.org/Expo.cfm. Special Olympics of NJ Spring Sports Festival: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. March 27 and 9 a.m-3 p.m. March 28. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. www.sonj.org. War at the Jersey Shore Wrestling: 6 p.m. April 2 and 8 a.m.-8 p.m. April 3. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. Register at www.sjwrestling.com/eregistration.htm. 865-642-7592. Elks Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Noon April 3. On the beach at 17th Avenue. 609-729-5776. Greater Wildwood Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt: Noon April 3. Rain date is April 4. On the beach at Lincoln Avenue. 609-729-5501. Easter Opening Day Celebration: Noon-4 p.m. April 4. Morey’s Piers, 3501 Boardwalk. 609-5223900. www.moreyspiers.com. Ed’s Funcade Easter Sunday Egg Hunt: 12:30-2 p.m. April 4. On the Boardwalk at 23rd Avenue. 609729-3223. www.edsfuncade.com. Wildwood Wholesale Gift Show: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. April 6-8 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 9. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 508-261-1800. Post Card Show and a Salute to Women in the Military: April 17. George F. Boyer Museum, 3907 Pacific Ave. 609-523-0277. Cheer Shore Show Down: April 17. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 1-866-52-CHEER. www.cheertech.net. Beast of the East: 9 a.m-5 p.m. April 18. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 1-866-52CHEER. www.cheertech.net.

Business at the Beach Expo: 4-7 p.m. April 21. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 609-465-7181. Sensational ’60s Weekend: April 23-25. 609-729-4000. www. gwcoc.com. Spring Bike Rally: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 23-25. At Oak and Atlantic avenues. 609-729-8870. www. wildwoodspringrally.com. Tournament of Bands Weekend in Wildwood: April 29-May 2. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk and Middle Township High School, 300 E. Pacific Ave., Cape May. 856-935-4940. www.njatob.org. East Coast Boardwalk National Car Show: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. May 6-8. 609-523-8051. www. thundermoto.com. Mother’s Day Celebration: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. May 9. Surfside Pier at 25th Ave. and Mariner’s Landing Pier at Schellenger Ave. 609-5223900. www.moreyspiers.com. Spring Beach Jam: May 21-23. Morey’s Piers, Schellenger Ave. and the Boardwalk. 609-522-3900. www.moreyspiers.com. Drill Team Tournament: 10 a.m. May 22. Admission: $15. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. 610-499-0451. Pirates Day with Capt. Kidd: May 22. Parade on 26th St. and the Boardwalk at 11 a.m. Treasure hunt to follow at 15th and Beach. Register for parade at 609-522-2955. www.northwildwood.com. National MS Society Coast the Coast Bike Tour: May 22-23. Parade on Atlantic Ave. 732-6601005. www.bikenjm.nationalmssociety.org. State Gymnastics Championships: 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. May 28-30. Wildwoods Convention Center, 4500 Boardwalk. www. flyersgym.com. International Kite Festival: May 28-31. Festivities begin at noon on the beach behind the Wildwoods Convention Center. 732-822-4884. www.skyfestivals.com. Boardwalk Craft Shows: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 29. Boardwalk at Rio Grande Ave. 609-522-0378 or 609-522-0198. Morey’s Piers Curly Fry Festival: Noon-12 a.m. May 29. Morey’s Surfside Pier. 609-522-3900. www. moreyspiers.com. Summer Kickoff Weekend: May 29-31. Fern Road and Ocean Ave. 609-523-0202. www.visitwildwoodcrest.com. Memorial Day Ceremony: 10 a.m. May 31. Veterans Monument, First and Spruce avenues. 609-729-5832. www.wildwoodpost184.com. SPR

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Exhibition: April 2 Pirates, 7:05 p.m. April 3 Pirates, 1:05 p.m.

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Union Home Schedule April 10 United, 6 p.m.* May 15 F.C. Dallas, 4 p.m.* June 27 Sounders, 5 p.m. July 10 Earthquakes, 5:30 p.m. July 17 Toronto F.C., 3:30 p.m. July 31 Revolution, 3:30 p.m. Aug. 5 Crew, 8 p.m. Aug. 11 Real Salt Lake, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 14 Rapids, 4 p.m.

Sept. 4 Wizards, 3:30 p.m. Sept. 11 Fire, 6 p.m. Sept. 25 Chivas USA, 4 p.m. Oct. 2 Dynamo, 4 p.m. Oct. 7 Galaxy, 8 p.m. Oct. 16 Red Bulls, 6 p.m.

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July 7 Braves, 7:05 p.m. July 8 Reds, 7:05 p.m. July 9 Reds, 7:05 p.m. July 10 Reds, 7:05 p.m. July 11 Reds, 1:35 p.m. July 23 Rockies, 7:05 p.m. July 24 Rockies, 4:10 p.m. July 25 Rockies, TBD July 26 Rockies, 1:05 p.m. July 27 Diamondbacks, 7:05 p.m. July 28 Diamondbacks, 7:05 p.m. July 29 Diamondbacks, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 6 Mets, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 7 Mets, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 8 Mets, TBD Aug. 10 Dodgers, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 11 Dodgers, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 12 Dodgers, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 17 Giants, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 18 Giants, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 19 Giants, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 20 Nationals, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 21 Nationals, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 22 Nationals, 1:35 p.m. Aug. 23 Astros, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 24 Asros, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 25 Astros, 7:05 p.m. Aug. 26 Astros, 1:05 p.m. Sept. 3 Brewers, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 4 Brewers, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 5 Brewers, 1:35 p.m. Sept. 6 Marlins, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 7 Marlins, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 8 Marlins, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 17 Nationals, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 18 Nationals, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 19 Nationals, 1:35 p.m. Sept. 20 Braves, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 21 Braves, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 22 Braves, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 24 Mets, 7:05 p.m. Sept. 25 Mets, TBD Sept. 26 Mets, TBD

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American/Continental 1601 Restaurant/Wine Bar: 1601 S. 10th St., 215-218-3840, www.1601cafe.com, $$ Carman’s Country Kitchen: 1301 S. 11th St., 215-339-9613, $ Fuel: 1917 E. Passyunk Ave. 215468-FUEL, $$ Royal Tavern: 937 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-389-6694, $ Sabrina’s Café: 910-12 Christian St., 215-574-1599, $$ South Philly Bar & Grill: 1235-37 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-334-3300, $

Asian International Smokeless Barbeque: 600 Washington Ave., 215-599-8844, www.smokelessbbq.com, $

Coffee/Café/Sweets Anthony’s Coffee House: 903 S. Ninth St., www.italiancoffeehouse. com/anthonysitaliancoffee, 215627-2586, $

Fast Break

Sarcone’s Deli: 734 S. Ninth St., 215-922-1717, $

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dining out Vincenzo’s Deli: 1626 S. Ninth St., 215-463-6811, $

French Beau Monde: 624 S. Sixth St., 215-592-0656, www.creperie-beaumonde.com, $

Italian Cent’Anni: 770 S. Seventh St., 215925-5558, $$ Cucina Forte: 768 S. Eighth St., 215-238-0778, $$ Dante and Luigi’s: 762 S. 10th St., 215-922-9501, www.danteandluigis. com, $$ Karina’s Restaurant: 1520 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-218-0455, $$ Kristian’s Ristorante: 1100 Federal St., 215-468-0104, www.kristiansrestaurant.com, $$ La Fourno: 636 South St., 215-6279000, www.lafourno.com, $$ La Stanza: 2001 W. Oregon Ave., 215-271-0801, $$

Mamma Maria: 1637 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-463-6884, www.mammamaria.info, $$$ Marra’s: 1734 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-463-9249, www.marras1.com, $$ Mezza Luna: 763 S. Eighth St., 215-627-4705, $$ Ralph’s: 760 S. Ninth St., 215-6276011, www.ralphsrestaurant.com, $$ Saloon: 750 S. Seventh St., 215-6271811, www.saloonrestaurant.net, $$$ Vesuvio Ristorante Bar: 736-38 S. Eighth St., 215-922-8380, www. vesuvio-online.com, $$ Victor Cafe: 1303 Dickinson St., 215468-3040, www.victorcafe.com, $$ Villa Di Roma: 936 S. Ninth St., 215-592-1295, $$

Mexican The Adobe Cafe: 1919 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-551-2243, $$ Restaurant La Lupe: 1201 S. Ninth St., 215-551-9920, $$ Taqueria La Veracruzana: 908 Washington Ave., 215-465-1440, $$

Fast Break Key Food Pizza: 1846 S. 12th St., 215-551-7111, $ Nick’s Charcoal Pit: 1242 S. Snyder Ave., 215-271-3750, $ Simonetta’s: 2510 S. Broad St., 267-324-5758, $

Italian

Nam Phuong Restaurant: 1100-20 Washington Ave., 215-468-0410, www.namphuongphilly.com, $$ Pho 75: 1122 Washington Ave., 215271-5866, $

Bomb Bomb Bar-B-Que Grill & Italian Restaurant: 1026 Wolf St., 215-463-1311, $$ Caffe Valentino: 1245-49 S. Third St., 215-336-3033, $$ Johnnie’s: 12th and Wolf streets, 215334-8006, $ La Cucina Varallo: 1635 S. 10th St., 215-952-0504, $$ Franco’s HighNote Cafe: 13th and Tasker streets, 215-755-8903, www. francoandluigis.com, $$ Ralph & Rickey’s: Seventh St. and Oregon Ave., 215-271-6622, $ Ristorante Pesto: 1915 S. Broad St., 215-336-8380, www.ristorantepesto.com, $$

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Seafood Anastasi’s: Ninth St. and Washington Ave., 215-462-0550, www. phillyitalianmarket.com/market/anastasi_seafood, $$ Little Fish: 600 Catharine St., 215-4133464, www.littlefishphilly.com, $$

Vietnamese

McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon: Citizens Bank Park, One Citizens Bank Way, 215-952-0300, www. mcfaddensphilly.com, $

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JC Chinese Restaurant: 748 Morris St., 215-334-1056, $$

Golden Szechuan: 2120 S. Broad St., 215-336-5310, $ Happy Dragon: 2047 S. Third St., 215-271-0552, $ Peking Inn: 20th St. and Penrose Ave., 215-271-1389, $$

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eredith Riley Stewart and Bert Stewart, transplants from Alabama, have gotten me hooked on Twitter. I began tweeting last fall and found it a fine way to discover new restaurants. One from several weeks ago tweeted the magic word “Delicatessen.” Michael Spector, a nice Jewish boy from Elkins Park, opened Delicatessen on the site of Kibbitz several weeks ago. Since I was off to see “An Education,” I decided on Sunday brunch. The interior has tin-and-white-tiled walls, hanging lights and church pews serving as seats. There’s a takeout counter, as well. I slid onto a chair and my server, clad in a colorful T-shirt with the word “deli” done up like the LOVE sculpture, brought me a steaming cup of La Colombe ($2) along with complimentary garlic bagel chips and wasabi cream cheese, the “schmeer” of the day. Sunday brunch means bagels and lox. My platter ($12) consisted of several thin slices of top-quality nova from Brooklyn, N.Y.-based smoked fish company Acme. Thinly sliced, sweet red onion rings, some cucumber, sliced ripe Roma tomatoes and a handful of capers were enjoyed on a toasted poppy seed bagel with cream cheese. A side of choice comes with brunch. The potato latkes were tops — hot, crisp, golden, free of grease. I was itching to sample the corned beef and soups. A cup of vegan mushroom barley ($2.50) arrived piping-hot. Chef Nick Coffee/Café/Sweets

Caffe Chicco: 2532 S. Broad St., 215-334-3100, $

Fast Break Brunic’s Luncheonette: 17th and McKean streets, 215-755-7645, $ Celebre’s Pizza: 1536 Packer Ave., 215-467-3255, $ Millie’s Luncheonette & Ice Cream: 15th and Shunk streets, 215-467-8553, $ Moe’s Hot Dog House: 2617 Grays Ferry Ave., 215-465-6637, $ Simonetta’s Italian Hoagies: 2510 S. Broad St., 267-324-5758, $ Southview Pizza: 367 Durfor St., 215-467-2050, $ Talk of the Town: 3020 S. Broad St., 215-551-7277, $ Texas Weiners: 1426 Snyder Ave., 215-465-8635, www.texasweiners. com, $

Oswald used dry porcini, fresh button, portobello and shiitake mushrooms along with tiny dices of carrots, onions and bay leaves in this comforting masterpiece. The Reuben ($11) was a triumph. It was fashioned with not-at-all salty corned beef, sauerkraut and melted Swiss. Some delis add Russian dressing, some do not. I asked for mine on the side. A Reuben is messy since the rye is grilled. Spector buys his ryes from Kaplan’s in Northern Liberties. As I took each bite, the flavors melded in my mouth. This time my side of choice was waffle fries ($3). They were so hot, I had to wait a minute or so before picking one up. Like the latkes, they were golden, crisp and free of grease. Another test of an authentic Jewish deli is its matzo ball soup. Oswald’s version ($3 for a cup) was the envy of every Jewish woman or man who has ever attempted to make it. The broth was hot and glistening. Three matzo balls the size of a walnut were floaters, not sinkers. They were light, fluffy and melted in my mouth. Flecks of fresh minced parsley were used in the mixture, which is nothing more than beaten eggs, salt and matzo meal. Texture was key here. Shreds of chicken, diced carrots, onion and celery flavored the chicken soup to a “T.” Chopped liver is another staple of a Jewish deli. Oswald’s is more French pate than Jewish pate, but this is a matter of taste. It was too smooth for me and I don’t Italian

Criniti Pizzeria and Ristorante: 2601 S. Broad St., 215-465-7750, $$ Barrel’s Fine Food: 1725 Wolf St., 215-389-6010, www.barrelsfinefood.com, $ Italian Bistro: 211 S. Broad St., 215-731-0700, $$ L’Angolo: 1415 Porter St., 215389-4252, $$ La Stanza: 2001 Oregon Ave., 215271-0801, $$ Medora’s Mecca: 3100 S. 13th St., 215-336-1655, $$ Popi’s: 3120 S. 20th St., 215-7557180, www.popisrestaurant.com, $$ Royal Villa Cafe: 1700 Jackson St., 215-462-4488, $$ Scannicchio’s: 2500 S. Broad St., 215-468-3900, www.scannicchio. com, $$

The recently opened Delicatessen at 703 Chestnut St. specializes in traditional Jewish favorites like smoked ﬁsh, matzo ball soup and chopped liver. P h o t o b y A m a n d a T h u r l ow

think he used chopped hardboiled eggs. Still, the platter ($8) was good-sized and included a toss of field greens, iceberg lettuce and cucumbers with a choice of dressing. A complimentary slice of Jewish apple cake, as fine as my sister Sandy’s, ended my lunches. Service on all visits was first-rate. Delicatessen is a family restaurant and highchairs are on hand. I called Spector, 32, who lives in Northern Liberties, because I was curious about the recipes. He earned a degree in business from Temple University and has managed restaurants since he was 18. “I’ve managed restaurants in Philadelphia, New York and Atlantic City,” he said. “I want to be true to our Jewish culture and tradition while pushing the envelope a bit. Food must evolve or it will die off.”

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Turkish Dining Divan Turkish Kitchen: 918 S. 22nd St., 215-545-5790, divanturkishkitchen.com, $$ Cafe Fulya: 727 S. Second St., 267909-9937, www.cafefulya.com, $$. Pennspor t

American/Continental International House of Pancakes: 3 Snyder Ave., 215-339-5095, www.ihop.com, $$

Fast Break New York New York Pizzeria: 1400 Columbus Blvd., 215-463-6205, $ Southview Pizza: 367 Durfor St., 215-467-2050, $ Tony Luke’s: 39 Oregon Ave., 215551-5725, www.tonylukes.com, $

I wondered what church pews were doing in a Jewish deli. “I called my rabbi and asked him to seek out synagogue pews,” Spector said. “He could not find any. I found old church pews and he said, ‘don’t worry, Michael, I will come into the restaurant and bless them.’” Three tips of the toque to Delicatessen. SPR

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Dmitri’s: 795 S. Third St., 215625-0556, $$

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Ava: 518 S. Third St., 215-9223282, www.avarestaurant.com, $$$ Frederick’s Italian Cuisine: 757 S. Front St., 215-271-3733, $$$

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Seafood

Anthony’s Saloon: 2351 S. Front St., 215-468-5222, $$ Snockey’s Oyster House: Second St. and Washington Ave. 215-3399578, www.snockeys.com, $$

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Diner on the Plaza: 43 Snyder Ave., 215-755-7899, $$ Melrose Diner: 1501 Snyder Ave., 215-467-6644, $ Morning Glory Diner: 10th and Fitzwater streets, 215-413-3999, $ Oregon Diner: 302 Oregon Ave., 215-462-5566, $$ Penrose Diner: 20th St. and Penrose Ave., 215-465-1097, $$ South Street Diner: 140 South St., 215-627-5258, $ SPR

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pring arrives Saturday, but for me the season of rebirth does not officially take place until my beautiful slender dogwood begins to bud and tiny green leaves appear. Spring is the season for lamb, peas and asparagus, even though we can delight in these ingredients year-round. We also can find baby artichokes, fava beans, new potatoes, ramps, which are wild leeks, and Florida strawberries. The cold weather in the Sunshine State wrecked havoc on this year’s crop. CNN recently reported Florida strawberries cost $6 a pint. I’m not a fan of California berries because, more often than not, they are tasteless. Florida grows juicy oranges and grapefruits, but farmers have not figured out how to grow a red ripe tomato. Grape tomatoes are sweet and can be tossed into a salad or sautéed as a side dish. For the past few years, I have supported local farmers. It feels good to buy apples and potatoes grown in Pennsylvania. My bread comes from Philadelphia bakeries, such as Metropolitan and Le Bus. My poultry comes from Godshall’s in the Reading Terminal Market. Capons and turkeys are raised on Farmer Bolton’s Bucks County farm. I hope you will buy ingredients for your table from people and not giant corporations. Most of you probably would select fresh organic poultry rather than tasteless birds raised in horrendous conditions then wrapped in plastic. As we look forward to the new season, we use up the winter larder. By the time my dogwood is in pink-and-white bloom, local spring ingredients will be in markets.

Endive, Radicchio and Grape Tomato Salad Ingredients: 2 1 1 2

endive, sliced small head of radicchio, shredded pint of grape tomatoes Persian or Israeli cucumbers, peeled and diced Crumbled cheese of your choice, such as feta, Roquefort or chevre Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup of olive oil Juice of 1 lemon

Directions: Place the endive, radicchio, tomatoes and cucumbers in a salad bowl. Crumble the cheese on top. Season with the salt and pepper. Whisk together the oil and lemon juice. Pour over the salad. Toss well. Serves four.

Cornish Game Hens Ingredients:

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Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the garlic and lemon inside the

cavity of each hen. Season with the salt, pepper and paprika. Place them in a shallow baking dish and roast for about one hour, depending upon the weight of the hens. Serves four.

Green Peas Ingredients:

1 pound of peas, fresh or frozen 4 tablespoons of butter Minced fresh herb of your choice, such as mint, rosemary, dill or thyme Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions: Bring a 3-quart pot of water to a boil. Place the peas in the pot, lower to a rousing simmer and cook for about 10 minutes. Taste for doneness. Peas should be tender, but al dente. Drain the peas in a colander. Place them in a serving bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and toss gently. Serves four.

Couscous with Shallots and Mushrooms Ingredients:

1 package of couscous, cooked according to package directions with chicken stock, to taste 3 tablespoons of olive oil

1 large shallot, sliced 2 large white button mushrooms, wiped clean and sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions: While the couscous is cooking, heat the oil over medium-high in a large skillet. Add the shallot and sauté for about five minutes. Lower to medium, add the mushrooms and sauté for about five minutes more. Season with the salt and pepper. When the couscous is done, place in a serving bowl. Add the sautéed shallot and mushrooms. Blend well. Serves four. Note from Phyllis: I prefer to cook couscous in chicken stock because it adds flavor. If you do not have chicken stock on hand, use water. This is another free-form recipe. You may substitute one small onion for the shallot. You also could use a small carrot, cut into fine dice. SRP Comment at http://www.southphillyreview. com/food-and-drink/features

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This 1-1/2 yearold, tiger-striped Boxer mix has plenty of energy and is looking for an owner who is willing and ready to exercise with him and maybe even do a little personal training! Cooper likes other dogs and wouldn’t mind living with one, as long as he can meet the other dog at the shelter before going home. Cooper also would be OK living with older children because of his high energy level. If you have room in your home for Cooper, stop by the Pennsylvania SPCA, 350 E. Erie Ave., or contact www.pspca.org or 215-426-6300 to meet him!

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