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1. Sister Mary Paula Beierschmitt wishes to have a shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary under which of her titles? Our Lady of Guadalupe 2. Hockey star David Melaragni earned a spot on the Selects Hockey-Q Team, which allowed him to play in which European countries? Sweden and Latvia 3. City Council President Anna Verna announced her retirement in January. For how many years has she been a City employee? 60 4. Teacher Hope Moffiett nearly lost her job last school year for her opposition to the School District of Philadelphia’s plans, since enacted, to modify this school. Charles Y. Audenried Sr. High School 5. SEPTA conducted a pilot program through which it consolidated service on this route. 47 6. The Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School boys’ basketball team ran its undefeated streak against Catholic League foes to 50 with a last-second win against which school? St. Joseph’s Prep 7. Girard Academic Music Program teacher Amanda Bankert spent part of the summer giving instruction in this country. Uganda 8. The South Philadelphia High School robotics team competed in the national championships in this city. St. Louis 9. Teacher Elisabeth Raab tested her talents on this show. “Jeopardy!� 10. The Jacob and Esther Stiffel Senior Center closed in the summer after how many years of operation? 83 11. This lauded food figure helped to revive business at La Stanza Restaurant and Catering. Robert Irvine 12. The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society helped this playground to build a garden with edible goodies. Chew 13. This school received a visit from retired U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. Andrew Jackson 14. CHI Movement Center held dance lessons to improve the lives of patients battling this condition. Parkinson’s disease 15. Dr. Angelo Milicia retired as principal of the Girard Academic Music Program after how many years? 16 SPR
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SPARE A LIGHT?: Customary snowmen wilt when light hits them, but this fortunate fellow on the 2700 block of South Smedley Street loves his luminous luck. His candy cane neighbors and other elements of the ashy thoroughfare prove that residents are ready to receive their North Pole friend. This jolly gent will enjoy being Santa’s bright welcomer. SPR
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The offender entered Golden Sports, 3005 Grays Ferry Ave., at 7:09 p.m. Dec. 15 and shook the owner’s hand at which time the businessman recognized him from an Oct. 27 robbery, Detective Danielle Tolliver of South Detective Division said. As he tried to race out of the store, the thief pulled him by his shirt and shoved him back behind the register. He then pulled out a knife and ordered the victim to open the register. He took about $120, but demanded more cash, so the owner added $80 from his pocket. The perpetrator, who was described as black with a light complexion, age 25 to 30, 5-foot-9 to 5-foot-10; having a medium build; and wearing a green hoody, strolled out of the store in an unknown direction. He is believed to be the same culprit of the fall robbery in which he held the owner at gunpoint and stole $500, Tolliver said. To report information, call South Detectives’ tip line at 215-685-1635 or visit phillypolice.com/forms.
Watch snatch A man was assaulted and robbed of his belongings, including his Rolex, after exiting the subway early Friday. The 39-year-old exited the train at the Ellsworth-Federal station of the Broad Street Line at 12:15 a.m., Detective Danielle Tolliver of South Detective Division said. As he proceeded up the stairs, two men followed him and another male stared at him from the top of the stairs of the Federal Street exit. When he reached the street, the man punched him multiple times and sliced him with a box cutter on his left hand, neck and face, Tolliver said. The duo that was following him stood as lookouts and then snatched his wallet, which contained identification and $138, and his Rolex watch that is valued at $4,500. The trio fled east on Federal Street. A passerby transported him to Methodist Hospital. The attacker was described as black and age 18 to 20; having a beard; and wearing a black hoody and black jeans while his accomplices were described as black, age 18 to 25 and wearing gray hoodies and black jeans. To report information, call South Detectives’ tip line at 215-685-1635 or visit phillypolice.com/forms. SPR Contact Managing Editor Amanda L. Snyder at asnyder@southphillyreview.com or ext. 117. Comment at southphillyreview.com/news/police-report.
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getting things done.” Fequa coordinated two cleanups last month, but the alleys’ conditions surprised him. “I pulled a Christmas tree out of there here are a variety of ways to prevent crime, but locals in a two-by-seven- from last year,” he said of one of the now block span are thrilled that the City clean passages. “That’s how often people not only is lending an ear, but offering its go down there.” The efforts also have benefitted his ofservices to combat its biggest demons. “I was glad because I wanted to see some- ficers, Campione, who has personally atthing done in Point Breeze that’s long-term,” tended the cleanups, said. “They appreciate what is going on,” he Betty Beaufort, of Garnet and Reed streets, said. “They have the information. They said of the PhillyRising Collaborative. The Managing Director’s Office project have the knowledge. They’re willing to coordinates existing City amenities in se- accept their part of the obligation to work lect crime-ridden, low-quality neighbor- together with the community to achieve hoods with its inhabitants paving the way. the goals.” With an absence of youth havens except Since July, Assistant Managing Director for Dixon House, 1920 S. 20th St., commuAdé Fequa has been meeting with those repartners are working to prevent young6 Days•nity 10am-5:30pm siding 19th to 21st streets andOpen Reed Street sters from resorting to crime, Fequa has to Snyder Avenue. Fequa turned their three linked up locations with programs throughmain worries — vacant land, blighted out the coverage area to keep them from sansOm st. philaDelphia,pa 19106 buildings and littered 706 alleys; lack of youth crossing rival gang territories, too. engagement; and safety concerns — into www.ensgOlDbuyerDirect.cOm “You got all these kids doing ‘bad things,’ an action plan aimed to correct them. but then we don’t have any programs,” “This is a commitment and we’re going Fequa said. to sign off on it,” Fequa said. A major partnership will feature Dominic McFadden, son of Gene McFadden — half PHILLYRISING KICKED OFF last year in North of McFadden & Whitehead, which popuPhilly’s Hartranft, where crime dropped larized the 1970s’ “Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us 15.9 percent after a year, and has extended Now” — has vowed to mentor children at to eight areas. It has 24 in its sights includ- a virtually unused recording studio at Wiling a section of Grays Ferry and one in the son Park, 2200 S. 25th St. 3rd District dubbed Greenwich Lovely. “We might not have money, but through So far, he has facilitated a resident-led our network of bringing people together … walkthrough Oct. 25 with various City agen- [we’re] adding the volunteer hours of people cy representatives that netted about 40 ser- who make more than our City government,” vice requests that either have been resolved Fequa said of the collaborative’s budget, or had a violation issued, Fequa said. which is cost-neutral aside from salaries. Reflecting the broken-window theory, the Even youngsters who already have had repairs serve as deterrents, 1st District Capt. run-ins with the law will receive guidLou Campione, who believes a crime reduc- ance with Family Division Administrative tion has occurred south of Moore Street, said. Judge Kevin Dougherty’s help. “The focus there is to repair the broken “‘Aw bad kids can’t come?’” Fequa said of window and work with the community to what some may say as he shook his head. “We improve the quality of life by organizing want bad kids. … We want to engage them. cleanups and doing the proactive activities We’re not going to forget about those kids.” to reduce crime,” he said. Since results take time, there is no set Covering north of Moore, Capt. Anthony timeline, so Fequa will move on to the Washington’s 17th District officers are as- next neighborhood when the time is right. sisting to keep the troubles at bay. “We want to be able to do it right,” he “The officers have basically been pro- said. “We don’t want to do it too fast or too active in looking and finding more alleys slow. … We want to make sure the vision and problem locations and reporting them presented to us is seen.” to my staff,” he said. Fequa hopes to tackle every alley when While it’s too early to measure Philly- cleanups resume in the spring and to see a Rising’s influence on crime, he said, it is substantial drop in crime before moving on. expected to be positive. “When we get to that point where people are “I believe it’s very progressive and that sustaining projects and creating them on their it’s been definitely a good thing for the own, that’s when we’ll know,” he said. SPR neighborhood and the community,” he said. “The residents have seen firsthand Comment at southphillyreview.com/news/ the results of the PhilyRising facilitators police-report. Review Managing Editor
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s kids, we could walk a few blocks and enter a new parish. Today, with the declining number of churches, the cohesiveness of our communities is dwindling. Mummery is one of the few remaining things that binds people together to better South Philly neighborhoods and families. As other neighborhood meeting spots close, Mummer clubs, now more than ever, have become the new center of our worlds — where people come to relax, learn, work together and relate socially. In 1947, as World War II and its effects drew to a close, the newly formed Fancy Brigade division — one of the five making up the Philadelphia Mummers Parade — started to assimilate itself into the city’s culture not only as a gathering place, but also a place to mold, shape, protect and nurture children. The brigades’ responsibility is to stick to the values the initial brigade membership put forth, yet its ultimate goal is to put on the most spectacular shows and adapt to the general public’s new entertainment standards and demands. Today, with fond memories of past captains, this uneven ground ahead is not lost on current Fancy Brigade Association leaders. The wall they have to climb over to successfully proceed in the current declining economic state is exhaustive as finding ways to raise show funds certainly will have to be addressed. Years ago, the parading Mummers were not the only reason to attend the South Broad Street festivities. For neighborhood inhabitants, as well as those that had moved away to started new careers and families, meeting up with family and friends on New Year’s Day was a cherished objective. Standing along the parade route while taking an occasional nip and then running to a nearby home to get warm and grab hot soup, delicious ham, freshly baked holiday cookies and homemade red wine were traditions that would not be missed. In 2012, how are the changing interests of the general public to be addressed? As the Comics don their acid-tongued political and social satire, the Wenches feature their jubilant revelry, the Fancies illustrate beauty and pageantry and the String bands showcase their brilliant musical presentations, the Fancy Brigades must continue to end the parade each year on a high note that not only tops the year before, but leave the crowd gasping in delight and wanting more.
The Jokers NYA are hoping to deliver another prize-winning performance Jan. 1 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Past leaders diligently laid out the framework of the Fancy Brigades, so its new leaders’ jobs are to change with the times and be innovative, yet, still true to Mummer tradition. Sharing that passion for Mummery with your own children and family is a joy and is a way to move forward and encourage a new generation to understand that the brigades has value.
While the monumental task of working on Brigade floats will probably go on until the very last moment, the course has been set in motion for the presentation of the most commanding and entertaining performances ever to grace a stage. One right turn from east Oregon Avenue on to Broad Street Jan. 1 each year is an exciting venture. With that turn, comes
As times get tough, the Fancy Brigades Association hopes to sustain a cherished tradition as it aims to entertain fans and attract new spectators Jan. 1. The blue-collar people come together to collaborate in the spirit of competition, but also celebrate it in an admirable way. Americans, carry the weight of many burdens such as the future hope of a peaceful world. While Mummery doesn’t cure cancer, calm Mother Nature or end wars, it does, even if just for a moment, ease the tensions of the people. Like a cheesy reality show or great sporting event, the Fancy Brigades’ shows are a guilty pleasure that cannot be resisted. COME DECEMBER, PUNCH lists are posted in each Fancy Brigade clubhouse. This is a signal that the yearlong planning of the four-and-a-half minute shows are entering the final stages. Final group lists have been posted to bring full circle drills that have been imagined, planned, rearranged and finalized.
the sight of all of the familiar faces in the crowd greeting you with joy along the parade route. The march up Broad leads each Brigade closer to what they’ve been working on since Jan. 2 of the previous year. With the approach to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, comes the walk up the ramp that leads to the performance hall and the excitement of knowing that, in a few moments, all of that heart-pounding energy will be expended trying to perform with all of your might and to the best of your ability. As you line up behind the curtain, you hope the show you are about to put on is all you’d hoped it’d be and that the crowd enjoys it. For some of us, our lives have become a series of complications and struggles as we rely on one another, find redemption in succeeding, put on the best shows possible and join the community to find ways
to sustain the art of Mummery. Looking back to our past leaders — our great-grandparents and grandparents, neighbors, fans and others close to us who have passed on — we realize things that already have been accomplished will not be our last great memory. Those that are gone will never be forgotten. We will take their memory with us forever. It is with that spirit that we turn to our children and embolden them to spread their wings, look outside the box and decipher what the future requires for Mummery to succeed as an art. As we hold fast to the belief that Mummery will be around forever, we have to ensure the fact and hold that goal in our grasp. We hope we’ve done all we could to pass on our passion for perfection to the art of Mummery. We have to take a leap of faith that all we’ve taught our kids has been absorbed and retained so that they can pass it onto to their children. We can eternally taunt ourselves, questioning whether we’ve done enough to sustain Mummery’s future path, but our only consolation is knowing only God knows where we go from here and trust that it will be enough. SPR Carmen D’Amato, Pete D’Amato, James Bradley, Vincent Buono, James Julia, Danny Tursi and Jessica Tursi also contributed to the series. Visit fancybrigade.com Purchase tickets for the Fancy Brigade Finale at comcasttix.com. Comment at southphillyreview.com/news/features.
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KIRKBRIDE continued from page 1 items abounding in their Passyunk Square community. In his first year at the school, art instructor Peter Metcalfe arranged to have his pupils participate in the program, which links learning institutions with professional artists for 30-hour residencies. Having partnered with the museum for three years at North Philly’s William D. Kelley School, the resident of 29th Street and Snyder Avenue sought to intensify his grant history by offering teacher Nicole Del Quadro’s class extra chances to perform critical thinking. His plan united Kirkbride with Charlene Melhorn, who came to the building with an affinity for understanding the relevance of the emperor’s terracotta warriors to modern life and the repercussions of a discovery in Xi’an, the Shaanxi province’s capital. “The kids have thoroughly enjoyed their involvement,” Metcalfe said Monday. Metcalfe, also an instructor at Universal Audenried Charter High School’s South Philadelphia Talent Center, 3301 Tasker St., welcomed the learners before joining Melhorn, who made her 10th visit since their Oct. 17 introduction, for a review of concepts and vocabulary. The Delphi Project Foundation sponsored their relationship and provided $500 for art supplies and two museum trips. The first excursion occurred Oct. 28, completing a busy twoweek period that set in literal motion their two-component task. The first aspect centered on applying ancient Chinese history to the students’ civic knowledge. In 221 B.C., Huang became the premier emperor of unified China. He died 11 years into his reign yet had his legacy cemented through the Terracotta Army, a clay outfit consisting of thousands of soldiers and hundreds of chariots and horses meant to protect his spirit in the afterlife. Farmers digging a water well discovered the life-sized works in 1974 near the mausoleum, prompting numerous archaeological studies and jeopardizing the diggers’ livelihood. The first Kirkbride meeting informed the students of the farmers’ plight, yielding empathy and interest in creating their own burial protection sculptures with air dry clay and modeling tools. “Experimentation factors into my work,” Melhorn said. “I kept looking for ways to establish connections between the past and the present, and the Xi’an warriors kept coming up.” Each class included a focus and a theme, a studio activity and media use. The first six meetings involved discussions of museum galleries to increase awareness of East Asian art pieces’ purposes. The first two-hour gathering bore the models, figures standing around six inches.
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“I had heard of the warriors, but I have enjoyed learning about how to relate them to today,” Northeast Philly’s Alexander Roc said after Metcalfe distributed the creations to his charges for painting. An October neighborhood walk to inspect sites and retrieve discarded items they could deem artifacts helped Alexander and his peers to begin the second part of their mission. A visit to the former Moyamensing Prison, now an Acme, 1200 E. Passyunk Ave., gave them historical perspective, as they learned poet Edgar Allan Poe spent a night there for public drunkenness and abolitionists Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman comforted a prisoner there. They collected items such as chip bags, flip-flops, goggles, lighters, phone chargers, plastic bottles and transpasses to create personal boxes to form one exhibition piece. Subsequent weeks saw them building frames, pouring molds after inserting their objects, digging and partially carving out the found items, arranging them to establish a sense of uniformity and recording individual stories. They completed their colorful concoction Dec. 12, with delivery
of the 5-by-5-foot product to the museum occurring last week. The 135-year-old landmark chooses six schools each year, with South Philly landing half of this year’s spots. Joining Kirkbride at the Art Partners Student Exhibition in the museum’s Education Corridor through Jan. 29 are George Sharswood School, 2300 S. Second St., whose eighth-graders worked on a shark project and John H. Taggart School, 400 W. Porter St., whose eighthgraders looked at various forms of abuse, including that of the environment. “This is my first class that has ever done something like this,” Del Quadro, in her third full year at Kirkbride, said. The resident of the 12th and Porter streets will accompany her learners Jan. 6 when they observe their handiwork at the museum. She has noticed the project’s effect on their work ethic. “It makes them more excited about learning,” she said. “It’s like the coolest thing ever to them.” NUMEROUS NORTH AMERICAN cities have hosted exhibitions of the army and artifacts
from the mausoleum, including Atlanta, Ga.; Santa Anna, Calif.; Washington, DC; and Canada’s Montreal and Toronto. The Kirkbride bunch enjoyed gathering its own version Monday, painting the warriors and discussing the lessons picked up from being involved in the program. “I tried to make a really strong figure,” Alexander said as he applied black paint to serve as his warrior’s pants. He found a motor oil can on their local trek and made it the centerpiece of his box. Melhorn has made him so enthused about using clay that he has an idea for anyone who might be looking for a last-minute Christmas gift for him. “I am so interested that I want a pottery wheel,” he said. Gabrielle Sheridan, who located a video game on the march, carefully tended to her fighter. Learning of the warriors enthused the resident of the Fourth and Tasker streets so much that she plans to investigate more Chinese artworks. “I just find the history so interesting because we can try to see what the past means to different cultures,” she said after completing her fighter’s mane. Melhorn regularly replaced the water for the students as they applied their strokes and flashed smiles as they anticipated eating popcorn and viewing a movie on the warriors. “They are engaged and excited,” she said, citing the blending of archaeological science and present experiences as the residency’s best aspect. “Their voices and stories are important, too.” Their recordings will join the exhibition, and Kevin Trejo, who located a faucet for the display, is eager to hear his reflections. “I had no art background,” the resident of Eighth and Dickinson streets said. “From the project, I’ve learned I like art more than I thought.” SPR Contact Staff Writer Joseph Myers at jmyers@ southphillyreview.com or ext. 124. Comment at southphillyreview.com/news/features.
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t age 13, Mary Tuomanen celebrated Christmas with her family. At age 30, she seeks the truth about Hanukkah by playing a 13-year-old girl onstage at Old City’s Painted Bride Art Center. “I grew up in a Christian household,” Tuomanen, of Tasker and Bancroft streets, said. “I’d been more interested in Judaism recently because I also was in a play [with] the Lantern [Theater Co.] called ‘New Jerusalem.’” That was a really great primer for the play I’m in now since I’m playing someone coming to terms with their Judaism.” Tuomanen plays Rachel in Gas & Electric Arts’ “Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins,” an original production playing through Dec. 30. Rachel, who recently lost her father, time travels from 2011 to explore her faith during 19th-century Russian pogroms with Hershel as a guide. “We had the book in front of us and then basically it was improvisations,”
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Lifestyles continued from previous page Tuomanen said of the children’s story of the same name that the work is based on. “… each time we’d settle into some scene and then the playwright Jackie Goldfinger would take it all home and take all the best lines and add some better lines and come back with a final scene.” The script, which was written in this manner over several months, was finalized a few weeks ago, leading up to the first dress rehearsal that took place Saturday night. “[It was the] first time with all the music, which is basically another character in the script. It’s amazing. Gregg Mervine composed the music specifically for the piece. It’s klezmer and it’s dark and rich and gorgeous. It shows the journey of the story.” The inclusion of the character of Rachel is an addition to the original story by Eric Kimmel. Together, Rachel and Hershel outwit the town goblins, who are preventing the villagers from celebrating Hanukkah. Rachel also is battling her own demons, with the passing of her father. “I’m a [13]-year-old girl so we sort of had to go back to our [13]-year-old selves and remember how important our emotions felt and how we began to define our personalities, what you like and what you don’t, how your opinions might be differ-
fed into New York City afterward,” Tuomanen said. “I was only in New York for a short time. I didn’t like New York. It was the actor’s life like I didn’t want to have, which was scrounging for money, living paycheck to paycheck.” As Tuomanen grappled with her next move, she remembered exercises in physical theater that had piqued her interest, so she went to Paris to study at Ecole Internationale de Théâtre Jacques Lecoq. “I was there for two-and-a-half years. It’s a two-year program. The first year is 99 students and then the second year they cut it down to 20-odd students. It’s a very competitive program,” Tuomanen said. “It’s hard because the French pedagogue is so different. It’s a lot more harsh than nurturing and loving. But I really do feel I got a lot out of the school. And I’m really happy that I have this peculiar set of skills that I can bring to he table in Philadelphia.” And bring it she does in “Hershel,” as well as other works such as “Between Frames,” which is what led her to be cast as Rachel, and in “A Paper Garden,” a Fringe piece she and collaborators staged at a warehouse at 21st Street and Washington Avenue. “We took over the upstairs floor and set up a machine shop installation, a whole universe there that people could walk
ent from your parents and how that struggle begins at that age,” she said. Tuomanen has been taking on a string of challenging roles, including a recent turn with Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre as Hamlet. Ironically, this helped her get into the character of Rachel. “The process was bizarrely similar. Hamlet is also pretty adolescent. It’s that feeling of betrayal when you realize your parents are fallible and they are not there to serve your own desire and needs,” Tuomanen said. “That seems to also be present in the character of Rachel.” TUOMANEN MADE HER way to Philadelphia by way of Massachusetts. After boarding school in New Hampshire, she attended Ohio’s Kenyon College where she studied theater and playwriting. “Bizarrely, acting was definitely not what I thought I’d be doing,” she said. “I had done acting at Kenyon, but the school is really geared toward writing. I knew it would be a hard life. I never expected to make a living at it.” Upon graduation, Tuomanen was drawn to Kentucky where she had secured a job with the Actor’s Theatre of Louisville. “It was a young company and once you finish there, they take you to do a showcase in New York so a lot of people were
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Water for Elephants he year’s prettiest piece of crap, “Water for Elephants” is sucked dry of whatever drama and romance graced the pages of Sara Gruen’s swoony source material, leaving the dusty-shiny lensing and art direction the only elements to admire. As a pair of big-top canoodlers, Robert Pattinson and Reese Witherspoon have oil-and-water chemistry, while Christoph Waltz, who’s typecast as Witherspoon’s villainous ringmaster hubby, is rendered toothless by the film’s insistence on rapidly tidying up conflicts and using his animal cruelty as nothing but a sentimental ploy.
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Hall Pass isheartening evidence of the PeterPan inertia so prevalent in American comedy, “Hall Pass” is another crude attempt to validate the first-world problems of middle-class manboys nearing middle age. Though married to beautiful women played by great, wasted comediennes Jenna Fischer and Christina Applegate, two pals (Owen Wilson and Jason Sudeikis) are so bored with domesticity they need a week away from it (only to realize, in a stew of transparent pap, that they really love their wives). The whiff of male entitlement reeks to high heaven, as the Farrelly Brothers get swept up in the storm of witless gag-fests they helped to create.
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Vanishing on 7th Street co-allegory meets religious hogwash in “Vanishing on 7th Street,” a supernatural thriller that attempts to indict man-
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kind’s wrongdoings but instead becomes one of them. Barely phased by his character’s apocalyptic circumstances but for when it’s time to crank up the histrionics, Hayden Christensen gives a performance as half-baked as the “Ghost”-inspired shadow demons that devour anyone who hasn’t charged their flashlight batteries.
Killer Elite f you simply must see Jason Statham and Clive Owen numbingly square off as two growly secret agents, then be forewarned that the loud, yet lifeless “Killer Elite” also contains one of the year’s most uninvolving and incomprehensible plots, an aim for global relevance that’s entirely for naught, and yet another bottom-of-the-barrel role for Robert De Niro. Too bad the title “Just Shoot Me!” was taken.
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I Don’t Know How She Does It arah Jessica Parker’s insistence on making even her fans hate her comes into full, unwatchable bloom in “I Don’t Know How She Does It,” an archaic embarrassment of a feminist comedy that, in addition to employing every possible audience hand-holding trick, sets women back about five decades. The worst choice for the role, Parker narrates the film with that ultra-familiar Carrie Bradshaw contemplation, making the new character impossibly unconvincing and, not to mention, coldly disregarding the “Sex and the City” devotees who’ll loathe this movie.
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of 1970s Immaculata women’s basketball coach Cathy Rush (Carla Gugino), while also delivering more sugary, on-the-nose mush than anyone should have to suffer in 97 minutes. The film does a spectacular disservice to all involved with its real-life subject matter, trading the articulation of stakes and details for nun-friendly zingers like, “Was that ‘Amen’ or ‘I’m in?’” Answers to Nothing rossly unaware that multi-character, hyperlink narratives are about as in vogue as Myspace, Matthew Leutwyler’s L.A.-set “Crash” wannabe lets its out-oftouch tastelessness spread through every contrived nook and cranny, from vulgar, out-of-left-field dialogue to cringe-inducing character quirks. All of it reflects the filmmaker’s own poor judgment and alarming lack of empathy, a major problem for a film that’s supposed to be all about complex feelings.
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Season of the Witch learly reaching for some kind of despicable record, Nicolas Cage gives the year’s worst male performance in “Season of the Witch,” an unspeakably terrible medieval horror film that sees the screamy actor deliver his most absurdly serious, awkwardly hilarious work since “The Wicker Man.” What’s this hideously photographed debacle all about? Holy warrior Cage has to cart a presumed spell-caster to a far-off church, carting her through countless implausibilities and pages of ear-poisoning dialogue before throwing down with Satan in the worst computer graphics sequence this side of the Syfy channel.
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X-Men: First Class nintentionally funny and unwittingly offensive to a fault, “X-Men: First Class” makes an epic joke of the entire X-Universe, defecating on the comic book brand’s beloved mythology, and reducing its resonant themes to baldfaced hokum. As it winds back the clock to the swinging 1960s, when archenemies Magneto (Michael Fassbender) and Professor X (James McAvoy) were still nickname-free pals, manages to stick it to blacks, gays, Jews and fanboys alike, while serving up one lame setpiece after another. That it’s worse than both “X-Men: The Last Stand” and “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” speaks devastating volumes.
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Cowboys & Aliens as anyone ever flubbed high-concept camp more thoroughly than Jon Favreau does with “Cowboys & Aliens”? What could have been a fine slice of genremashing fun is the year’s most boring and stupefying blockbuster, packed full of sluggish pacing, depressingly derivative plot turns, queasy melodrama, and preposterous excess, like a mysterious babe (Olivia Wilde) who’s in fact a space alien capable of resurrection. The pairing of humorless curmudgeons Harrison Ford and Daniel Craig dashes all hopes that Indiana Jones and James Bond might make a dynamic duo, and by the time the movie finally decides to offer any kind of knowing amusement, the desperate yearning for it to end has long since taken top priority. Lots of bad films hit screens in 2011, but none so unbearable as this sci-fi/western washout. SPR
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is name is Tim Tebow. He is a second-year quarterback for the Denver Broncos. He has defied the football insiders, the so-called experts, who proclaimed he couldn’t be a NFL quarterback. He has shamed the cynics who dripped with scorn at this embodiment of a naive Goody Two-shoes. And while these self-styled experts and realists continue to doubt him, Tebow’s teammates and fans have no such doubts. The legend grows. It is not as if Tebow has come out of nowhere. He graduated from the University of Florida after leading that school to two national championships, but the NFL scouts were not impressed. There is a certain mindset in pro football about how a quarterback should stylistically perform. If you do not conform to their profile, the NFL establishment is likely to look down its nose at you. Some say he throws like a girl — worse, a left-handed girl. Despite his storied Florida career, Tebow, the nation’s top-rated high school quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner as a sophomore, was selected 25th in the 2010 draft. After he mostly backed up starting quarterback Kyle Orton as a rookie, Tebow started the last three games of the season. He impressed no one. His head coach, Josh McDaniels, was fired and his team did not make the playoffs. Denver hired John Fox as its head coach this season. Neither Fox nor Vice President of Football Operations John Elway believed Tebow had the requisite skills to be a successful pro quarterback. Elway, a virtual legend in Denver, had been one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. His opinion carried weight beyond Denver. Tebow returned to the bench this season except for a couple of brief appearances, through the first five weeks. During that time, the Broncos lost four games and appeared headed for yet another season out of the playoffs. The football fans in Denver were restive. They knew of Tebow’s brilliance at the collegiate level. Football insiders notoriously mock fans for their emotional approach to the game. Fans are tolerated. Most organizations want fans to pay their money, cheer for the home team and defer to the experts. That is especially true in Philly where the head coach only hears the cheers, but never the chants for him to be fired. Sometimes fans are ahead of the curve. The Denver fans figured, what is there to lose by giving
Tebow a chance? Fox reluctantly yielded to fan pressure and, in desperation, started Tebow. Knowing Tebow could not run a normal pro offense where passing skills are a huge part, he tailored the offense to Tebow’s running and leadership skills. Tebow’s statistics were awful at times. The experts keeled over laughing at this anachronism of a football team, but the Broncos won anyway. It wasn’t only that Denver was winning; it was the way they were winning. Miraculous comebacks became a weekly occurrence. Denver magically rose to first place in its division. What made Tebow’s success especially startling was that for the first three quarters of each game, he was horrible. It seemed as if he were waiting for the waning moments of games to perform his heroics. Because of his unorthodox throwing style and his modest statistics, Tebow’s doubters remain unconvinced. And despite his impeccable off-the field behavior, Tebow finds himself in the middle of a controversy firestorm. There are two main reasons why the mere mention of Tebow ignites debate. Foremost, the pro football insiders don’t like to be wrong. They cling to the notion that there is only one way for a quarterback to be successful in the NFL. They scoff at Tebow’s success, downplay his responsibility for the victories and emphasize Denver’s admittedly excellent defense and terrific place kicker as the reasons why the Broncos are winning, but Denver had the same defense and place kicker in the first five weeks and they still lost. Indeed, Denver has been very lucky in many of their close wins. But NFL history suggests even luck has it limits. Some media and fans root against Tebow because of his religious fervor. He wears his religion on his sleeve, but so do some other players, such as Eagles’ Jason Avant, who are actually well-liked by the same critics. Why the controversy over Tebow? The difference might be that Tebow appeared in a pro-life TV ad with his mother. Pro players normally shy away from controversial subjects. But with all the negative publicity surrounding professional athletes these days, how important is that ad? Surely we have seen this movie before. It is directed by Frank Capra and stars either Jimmy Stewart or Gary Cooper. An angel played by Thomas Mitchell touches a lastplace team with magic dust. Suddenly that team, heretofore a dismal failure, begins winning against all odds. At Christmas, children leave cookies and milk under the tree for the almost mythic hero. “He isn’t real,” the cynics cry. The miracle of Mile High City can’t last forever. The cynics miss the point. Miracles are not supposed to last forever. The important thing about a miracle is that it happened at all. SPR
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>Make and Take Holiday Crafts foster joy 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 24 Free. Historic Philadelphia Center, Sixth and Chestnut streets. 215-629-4026. historicphiladelphia.org. >George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker dances through Dec. 31. Tickets: $20-$140. Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad St. 215-893-1999. academyofmusic.org. >Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins entertain through Dec. 31. Tickets: $16-$25. Painted Bride Art Center: 230 Vine St. 215-925-9914. paintedbride.org. >The Dickens Christmas Village offers a stunning look at 19th-century life in London through the eyes of the lauded novelist 10 a.m.-7 p.m. through Dec. 30 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 31. Macy’s, 13th and Market streets. 215-241-9000. wanamakerorgan.com. >The Reading Terminal Market Railroad presents an interactive 500-square-foot train display with train lines that travel through miniature scenery including a Christmas Village and a snow-covered countryside 10 a.m.-6 p.m. through Dec. 31. 12th and Arch streets. 215-922-2317. readingterminalmarket.org. >A Very Furry Christmas allows the Sesame Place gang to excite visitors with shows, music, rides, shopping and time with Santa through Dec. 31. Tickets: $13.99-$19.99. 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne. 866-464-3566. sesameplace.com. >The Comcast Holiday Spectacular delights the masses with captivating music and imagery from George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker” and includes a magical sleigh ride through the snow covered Pennsylvania countryside, a 64-piece orchestra and more 10 a.m.-8 p.m. weekdays through Jan. 1. The Comcast Center, 1701 John F. Kennedy Blvd. visitphilly.com. >Ho, Ho, Home for the Holidays offers free adoption of most dog breeds and reduced prices for cats through Jan. 2. Pennsylvania SPCA, 351 E. Erie Ave. 215-426-6300. pspca.org. >The Blue Cross RiverRink Season includes an indoor heated facility with a game room, snack bar and other delights through March 4. Columbus Blvd. and Market St. 215-629-3218. riverrink.com. >Hazelita Fauntroy and St. Simon the Cyrenian Episcopal Church present selections from Handel’s “Messiah,” carols, hymns and spirituals to honor all who have served in the military 6 p.m. Dec. 23. Suggested donation: $10. 1401 S. 22nd St. 215-468-1926.
“Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream” features the heartening tales of Rapunzel, Flynn, Maximus, Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen, Cinderella and Prince Charming through Jan. 1. Tickets: $13-$85. Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad St. 800-298-4200. ComcastTix.com.
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Toys for Tots is accepting more through Dec. 24 at all Philadelphia firehouses and Toys-R-Us, 2703-2817 S. Third St. Staff Sgt. Mark Palos, 267-236-4728. philadelphia-pa.toysfortots.org. “Jersey Boys” uses legendary tunes to tell the tale of Frankie Vallie and The Four Seasons through Jan. 14. Tickets: $59-$215.50. Forrest Theatre, 1114 Walnut St. forrest-theatre.com. “Fancy Folks: The Art of Mummery” addresses Philadelphia’s grand folk art tradition and the art and photography it has inspired through Feb. 24. Art Gallery at City Hall: 116 City Hall at Penn Square, Broad and Market streets. 215-686-9912. phila.gov/ artincityhall. “Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs” features exotic skeletons, fossils, see robotic dinos and a hands-on dig pit through April 15. Cost: $18-$25. Franklin Institute, 20th St. and the Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. 215-448-1200. fi.edu. Holiday Dreams on Ice features 100 local future skating stars and Olympian Johnny Weir 7 p.m. Dec. 23. Tickets: $60. University of Pennsylvania Class of 1923 Arena, 3130 Walnut St. fireworkssm.com/holidaydreamsonice2011.
Dramatic Readings from Holiday Literature include looks at “The Night Before Christmas,” “Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer,” “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas” and more 11 a.m. Dec. 24. Free. Kimmel Center, Commonwealth Plaza, 260 S. Broad St. 215-893-1999. kimmelcenter.org. Festival of Light: Matisyahu with Cris Cab gives an unforgettable lesson in reggae and alternative rock 7 p.m. Dec. 24. Tickets: $30-$35. Theatre of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 215-922-1011. livenation.com. Winterfest ’11 Beer Tasting makes approaching 2012 a delicious endeavor 5 p.m. Dec. 26. Tickets: $35. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. worldcafelive.com. “The Wizard of Oz”continues to melt hearts with its message of the value of home 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 27-28. Tickets: $20-$85. Merriam Theater, 250 S. Broad St. 215-893-1999. kimmelcenter.org. Kwanzaa: Paint the Story celebrates the seven principles of the African-American holiday and includes a traditional African folk tale that participants will use for inspiration 4:30 p.m. Dec. 28. Charles Santore Branch, 932 S. Seventh St. 215-686-1766.
Live shows > Peter Nero and The Philly Pops: Through Dec. 22. Tickets: $28-$111. Kimmel Center, Verizon Hall, 260 S. Broad St. 215-893-1999. kimmelcenter.org. >The York Street Hustle Holiday Spectacular: 9 p.m. Dec. 22. Tickets: $6. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215222-1400. worldcafelive.com. >Drew Nugent and the Midnight Society: 5 p.m. Dec. 23. Tickets: Free-$16. Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. and the Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. 215-763-8100. philamuseum.org. >The Fabulous Shpielkehs: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 23. Free. Kimmel Center, Commonwealth Plaza, 260 S. Broad St. 215893-1999. kimmelcenter.org. >En Fuego: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 23. Tickets: $8-$10. Milkboy, 1100 Chestnut St. 215-925-6455. milkboyphilly.com.
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>The Boombox Collective: 8 p.m. Dec. 23. Free. Upstairs at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. worldcafelive.com. >Ruby the Hatchet: 10 p.m. Dec. 23. Tickets: $8. The Trocadero, 1003 Arch St. 215-922-6888. thetroc.com. >Jazz Jam: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 26. Free. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. worldcafelive.com. >Earl Phillips Big Band: 7 p.m. Dec. 27. Tickets: $12. Chris’ Jazz Cafe, 1421 Sansom St. 215-568-3131. chrisjazzcafe.com.
>Project/Object Performing The Music of Frank Zappa: 8 p.m. Dec. 27. Tickets: $17-$20. Downstairs at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. worldcafelive.com. >Temple Men’s Basketball versus Buffalo: 7 p.m. Dec. 28. Tickets: $12-$35. Liacouras Center, 1776 N. Broad St. 800298-4200. liacourascenter.com. >Valencia: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 28. Tickets: $15-$18. Electric Factory, 421 N. Seventh St. 800-745-3000. electricfactory.info. >The New Deal with Sonic Spank: 8 p.m. Dec. 28. Tickets: $20-$30. Theatre of the Living Arts, 334 South St. 215-922-1011. livenation.com.
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W h a t ’s H a p p e n i n g >The Wailers: 8 p.m. Dec. 28. Tickets: $22.50-$35. World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. 215-222-1400. worldcafelive.com.
ily fireworks-viewing party 4-6:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Free with admission; Buccaneers Ball 8:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Tickets: $175. 211 S. Columbus Blvd. 215-413-8655. phillyseaport.org.
The Fancy Brigade Finale entertains noon and 5 p.m. Jan. 1. Tickets: $4-$17. Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St. 267-639-8483. fancybrigade.com.
Theater/dance/opera Museums/exhibits/ galleries >American Swedish Historical Museum: “17 Swedish Designers,” through Jan. 29. Cost: $35-$40. 1900 Pattison Ave. 215-389-1776. americanswedish.org. >Da Vinci Art Alliance: Da Vinci Holiday Art Exhibition and Sale, through Dec. 27. 704 Catharine St. 215-829-0644. davinciartalliance.org. >Fleisher Art Memorial: “Wind Challenge 2,” through Feb. 5. 719 Catharine St. 215-922-3456. >Fleisher-Ollman Gallery: “Paul Swenbeck: Dor and Oranur,” through Feb. 18. 1616 Walnut St. 215545-7562. fleisherollman.com. >Independence Seaport Museum: Drawn to the Water: Artists of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Capture our Region’s Waterways, 1830-Present” and “It Sprang from the River!” both through Dec. 31; Annual Fam-
Special events >Free Haircuts for Students help low-income families. Contact United Communities Houston Center, 2029 S. Eighth St. 215-468-1645 ext. 226. >Wounded Warrior Project Comedy Show honors service members who suffered duty-connected injuries on or after 9/11 8-11 p.m. Dec. 23. Tickets: $25-$30. The Laff House Comedy Club, 221 South St. support. woundedwarriorproject.org. 18th annual New Year’s Eve Parties on Ice includes opportunities to skate and to see stunning fireworks displays 5 and 11 p.m. Dec. 31. Tickets: $20-$30. Blue Cross RiverRink, Columbus Blvd. at Market St. 215-893-1999. riverrink.com. tickets.ticketphiladelphia.org. Kids’ New Year’s Eve Countdown replaces the typical dropped ball with a square and guarantees views of fireworks from Penn’s Landing 6 p.m. Dec. 31. Free. Franklin Square Park, Sixth and Race streets. historicphiladelphia.org.
>RENT: 7 p.m. Through Dec. 23. Tickets: $5-$10. The Rotunda, 4014 Walnut St. therotunda.org. >A Very Special Ladies and Gentlemen Christmas Special: Through Dec. 23. Tickets: $12. Playground at the Adrienne, 2030 Sansom St. 877-985-2844. comedysportzphilly.com. >Motherhood the Musical: Through Dec. 31. Tickets: $45. Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. Eighth St. quinceproductions.com. >Noel and Gertie: Through Dec. 31. Tickets: $30. Walnut Street Theatre, Independence Studio on 3, 825 Walnut St. 215-574-3550. 800-9822787. walnutstreettheatre.org. >Private Lives: Through Dec. 31. Tickets: $10-$56. St. Stephen’s Theater, 10th and Ludlow streets. 215-829-9002. lanterntheater.org. >This is The Week That Is: Through Dec. 31. Tickets: $20-$36. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey St. 215-592-9560. 1812productions.org. >The King and I: Through Jan. 8. Tickets: $55-$95. The Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St. 215-5743550. walnutstreettheatre.org.
>Why Torture Is Wrong and The People Who Love Them: Through Jan. 8 Tickets: $10-$30. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St. 215-5637500. newcitystage.org. >Charlotte’s Web: Through Jan. 29. Tickets: $16-$32. Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. Second St. 215-9221122. ardentheatre.org. >Babes in Toyland: 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Dec. 22. Tickets: $8.95$13.50. Kimmel Center, Perelman Theater, 260 S. Broad St. 215-8931999.kimmelcenter.org. >Moo Shu Jew Show: 6 p.m. Dec. 24. Tickets: $65-$150. Joy Tsin Lau Restaurant, 1026 Race St. 215-5454400. gershmany.org. >The Magic Flute: 1 p.m. Dec. 27 and 7 p.m. Dec. 29. Tickets: $10-$18. Prince Music Theater, 1412 Chestnut St. 215-569-9700. princemusictheater.org.
Lighthouse Baptist Church hosts youth Bible classes for school-aged children and teens 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 9:30 a.m. Sundays. 2400 S. Broad St. Brother Robert Nacci, 215-681-6238 or LIBCYouthDirector@gmail.com. 215-389-2626. libcphiladelphia.com. >Mount Hebron Baptist Church will hold clothing and items giveaways 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 22-23. 215-336-8163; holds prayer and Bible study experience noon-2 p.m. Wednesdays. 1415 Wharton St. Sister Edna Peoples, 215-921-4532. St. Anna’s hold discussion group 5 p.m. Tuesdays. 1815 S. Alder St. Sister Elaine, 267-761-9573. >St. Richard of Chichester holds Christmas Eve Pageant and Liturgy 4 p.m. Dec. 24. 18th and Pollock streets. 215-468-4777. strichardchurch.org.
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Churches and congregations Bryant Baptist Church has a food and clothing ministry 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays; movie and lunch ministry every fourth Saturday of the month. 1140-44 S. 19th St. 215-732-4140.
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Guerin: Smoking Cessation Program 6:15-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Free. 267-765-2319. ebyrne@nncc. us; Step, Pilates, disco and Zumba classes. 16th and Jackson streets. Call 215-385-2037. >Methodist Hospital holds a Bereavement Support Group 1-2:30 p.m. Fridays through Jan. 13. 2301 S. Broad St. 1-800-533-3669. jeffersonhospital.org/methodist.
>Older Adult Program at Fels South Philadelphia Community Center: Birthday Party 11:30 a.m. Dec. 22. Free; Intergenerational New Year Celebration 10:30 a.m. Dec. 30. Free; Nintendo Wii Games 12:15 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Free; Tai Chi 12:15 p.m. Mondays. Free; Art Workshop 12:30 p.m. Mondays. Cost: $1-$3; Enhance Fitness Class 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 a.m. Free. 2407 S. Broad St. 215-218-0800. Starr Garden Playground hosts 12-step Nicotine Anonymous meetings 7-8 p.m. Tuesday. 600 Lombard St. 215-686-1782. Debbie, 267-591-3275.
Veterans Support Homeless Veterans is announcing its intent to incorporate. The organization aim to provide supported permanent housing and services to homeless U.S. veterans, while promoting community involvement and awareness. supporthomelessveterans.org. SPR
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tuffing isn’t just for that other end-of-the-year holiday. Christina Maiellano’s Sweet Apple Sausage Stuffing is savory and pairs well with poultry or even as a stand-alone side dish. The resident of the 2500 block of South 10th Street uses wholewheat bread along with tart Granny Smith apples as a change-up to the traditional version. While this meal may taste like it took hours, it is simple and will wow all of your holiday guests. SPR Comment at southphillyreview.com/food-and-drink/recipes.
Christina’s Sweet Apple Sausage Stuffing INGREDIENTS:
1 pound of sweet sausage, cut up with skin removed 1 box of turkey stuffing, prepared according to package directions 10 pieces of whole-wheat bread, cut into cubes 5 Granny Smith apples, diced 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, diced
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Heat the sausage in a large skillet on mediumhigh until cooked through. As the sausage cooks, prepare the stuffing and set it aside. Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet and sauté. When done, mix in the stuffing and serve.
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American/Continental Carman’s Country Kitchen: 1301 S. 11th St., 215-339-9613, $ Fitzwater Café: 728 S. Seventh St., 215-629-0428, $$ Fuel: 1917 E. Passyunk Ave. 215468-FUEL, $$ Royal Tavern: 937 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-389-6694, $ Sabrina’s Café: 910-12 Christian St., 215-574-1599, $$ South Philly Bar & Grill: 1235-37 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-334-3300, $
Asian International Smokeless Barbeque: 600 Washington Ave., 215-599-8844, $ JC Chinese Restaurant: 748 Morris St., 215-334-1056, $$ Nam Phuong Restaurant: 1100-20 Washington Ave., 215-468-0410, www.namphuongphilly.com, $$ Pho 75: 1122 Washington Ave., 215271-5866, $
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dining out Coffee/Café/Sweets Anthony’s Coffee House: 903 S. Ninth St., www.italiancoffeehouse. com/anthonysitaliancoffee, 215627-2586, $
Fast Break
Key Food Pizza: 1846 S. 12th St., 215-551-7111, $ Sarcone’s Deli: 734 S. Ninth St., 215-922-1717, $ Vincenzo’s Deli: 1626 S. Ninth St., 215-463-6811, $
French Beau Monde: 624 S. Sixth St., 215-592-0656, www.creperie-beaumonde.com, $
Italian Chiarella’s Ristorante: 1602 S. 11th St., 215-334-6404, www. chiarellasristorante.com, $$ Cucina Forte: 768 S. Eighth St., 215-238-0778, $$ Dante and Luigi’s: 762 S. 10th St., 215-922-9501, www.danteandluigis. com, $$
Franco’s HighNote Cafe: 13th and Tasker streets, 215-755-8903, www. francoandluigis.com, $$ Karina’s Restaurant: 1520 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-218-0455, $$ La Cucina Varallo: 1635 S. 10th St., 215-952-0504, $$ La Fourno: 636 South St., 215-6279000, www.lafourno.com, $$ Mamma Maria: 1637 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-463-6884, www.mammamaria.info, $$$ Marra’s: 1734 E. Passyunk Ave., 215463-9249, www.marrasone.com, $$ Pizzeria Pesto: 1925 S. Broad St., 215-271-6840, www.pizzeriapesto. com, $$ Ralph’s: 760 S. Ninth St., 215-6276011, www.ralphsrestaurant.com, $$ Ristorante Pesto: 1915 S. Broad St., 215-336-8380, www.ristorantepesto.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, $$ Taqueria La Veracruzana: 908 Washington Ave., 215-465-1440, $$
Middle Eastern Bitar’s: 947 Federal St., 215-7551121, www.bitars.com, $
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American/Continental McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon: Citizens Bank Park, 1 Citizens Bank Way, 215-952-0300, www.mcfaddensphilly.com, $
Fast Break Nick’s Charcoal Pit: 1242 Snyder Ave., 215-271-3750, $
Mediteranean
Mazza: 1100 Jackson St., 215-9522600, $
Mexican
Los Gallos: 951 Wolf St., 215-5511245, $$
Italian
Bomb Bomb Bar-B-Que Grill & Italian Restaurant: 1026 Wolf St., 215-463-1311, $$ Criniti Pizzeria and Ristorante: 2601 S. Broad St., 215-465-7750, $$ Johnnie’s: 12th and Wolf streets, 215334-8006, $ Medora’s Mecca: 3100 S. 13th St., 215-336-1655, $$ Ralph & Rickey’s: Seventh St. and Oregon Ave., 215-271-6622, $ B r o a d S t r e e t We s t
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Seafood Anastasi’s: Ninth St. and Washington Ave., 215-462-0550, www. phillyitalianmarket.com/market/ anastasi_seafood, $$
Golden Szechuan: 2120 S. Broad St., 215-336-5310, $ Peking Inn: 20th St. and Penrose Ave., 215-271-1389, $$
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Coffee/Café/Sweets Caffe Chicco: 2532 S. Broad St., 215-334-3100, $
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Texas Wieners: 1426 Snyder Ave., 215465-8635, www.texasweiners.com, $
Italian Barrel’s Fine Food: 1725 Wolf St., 215-389-6010, www.barrelsfinefood.com, $ L’Angolo: 1415 Porter St., 215389-4252, $$ La Stanza: 2001 Oregon Ave., 215271-0801, $$ Popi’s: 3120 S. 20th St., 215-7557180, www.popisrestaurant.com, $$ Scannicchio’s: 2500 S. Broad St., 215-468-3900, www.scannicchio. com, $$
Jasmine Rice, which opened three months ago in Center City, is a BYOB specializing in Thai cuisine. The establishment serves both lunch and dinner. S ta f f P h o t o b y G r e g B e z a n i s
into serving pieces and placed atop jasmine rice stir-fried in a mild curry with onions, snow peas, cherry tomatoes, green beans and pineapple chunks. The duck was semi-boneless for easy eating. It was succulent with crispy skin and tender meat. “Try a little,” I said as a cut a small boneless piece of the breast and dipped it into the beef brown sauce from our other entrée. She did. No comment. She has a mental thing with duck, but at least she sampled it. Service was perfect. Several women took fine care of us and the other patrons at Jasmine Rice. We also noticed a brisk
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American/Continental International House of Pancakes: 3 Snyder Ave., 215-339-5095, www.ihop.com, $$
Asian Happy Dragon: 2047 S. Third St., 215-271-0552, $
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Middle Eastern
Frank’s Breakfast and Lunch: 2433 S. Columbus Blvd, 215-339-8840, $ New York New York Pizzeria: 1400 Columbus Blvd., 215-463-6205, $ Strange Brew Coffee: 1321 S. Second St., 215-300-6216, $ Tony Luke’s: 39 Oregon Ave., 215551-5725, www.tonylukes.com, $
Divan Turkish Kitchen: 918 S. 22nd St., 215-545-5790, divanturkishkitchen.com, $$
Cafe Fulya: 727 S. Second St., 267909-9937, www.cafefulya.com, $$
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take-out business. My sister surprised me as we bundled up and went out into the cold night. “Let’s try it for lunch,” she said. Three tips of the toque to Jasmine Rice. SPR
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Dmitri’s: 795 S. Third St., 215625-0556, $$
International New Wave Cafe: 784 S. Third St., 215-922-8484, www.newwavecafe. com, $$ The Irish Times: 629 S. Second St., 215-923-1103, $$
Italian Ava: 518 S. Third St., 215-9223282, www.avarestaurant.com, $$$ Caffe Valentino: 1245-49 S. Third St., 215-336-3033, $$ Village Belle: 757 S. Front St., 215551-2200, $$$
Seafood Anthony’s Saloon: 2351 S. Front St., 215-468-5222, $$ Snockey’s Oyster House: Second St. and Washington Ave. 215-3399578, www.snockeys.com, $$
Vegan
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Diner on the Plaza: 43 Snyder Ave., 215-755-7899, $$ 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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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, 215467-8553, $ Moe’s Hot Dog House: 2617 Grays Ferry Ave., 215-465-6637, $ Philadium: 17th St. and Packer Ave., 215-271-5220, $ Southview Pizza: 367 Durfor St., 215-467-2050, $ Talk of the Town: 3020 S. Broad St., 215-551-7277, $
came to the order and we could have eaten more. Julienned carrot and Napa cabbage added color and texture. Bits of fried basil leaves were downright delicious. Crab nuggets ($6.99) were balls of crabmeat and shrimp ground into a mousselike consistency, wrapped in a thin, bean thread shell, fried crisp and served with a pickled plum dipping sauce. These beauties just melted in our mouths. I particularly liked that the sauce was not too sweet. Sandy will never say no to mussels, but had never tasted curry. I was a bit apprehensive but decided on the green curry mussels ($7.99) because I knew the sauce would not be too spicy. Well, she adored them. We received a plate filled with steamed, cooked-just-right mussels bathed in a green curry sauce laced with fresh Thai basil. “Gosh, these are good,” my sister said as she slurped a mussel into her mouth. Now I think she can graduate to other curry dishes. For the entrées, I selected beef thani ($13.99) and crispy, duck-fried rice ($15.99). Thinly sliced beef was seasoned and sautéed with garlic, fresh mushrooms, onions, red and green bell peppers and scallions and finished in a light oyster-flavored soy sauce. We both liked the mix of ingredients and the richness of the brown sauce imparted a most pleasant flavor. A mound of steamed white rice came with the beef. I could eat duck twice a week. Sandy says yuck. Crispy roast duck was hacked
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hen I read the Warsaw Café was to close, I wondered which type of food would replace the restaurant’s Eastern-European cuisine. I was hoping for a Hungarian restaurant. I’ve always lamented Philadelphia does not have a place for chicken paprika, cucumber salad, goulash and Hungarian crepes. Although my culinary wish was not granted, Sandy and I thoroughly enjoyed our recent dinner at Jasmine Rice, a threemonth-old Thai BYOB in Center City. It was a cold blustery night, but we warmed up as soon as we were shown to a comfortable table for two. The interior has a glowing, calming effect with the walls covered in soft colors. The music on the sound system was just right as was the lighting. Our server opened the New Zealand sauvignon blanc that we brought and I eyed up the menu knowing immediately and instinctively which items to order. I adore Thai cuisine because the dishes always catch your eye. The mix of colors, flavors and textures play an important part in the fare. Sandy is relatively new to Thai food. Unfortunately for me, she cannot eat cilantro. It does not agree with her. Julia Child could not stand this fragrant herb either. So I shied away from dishes containing cilantro. First up were delectable Thai basil meatballs ($5.99), which were prepared with ground, beautifully seasoned pork and beef marinated with fresh Thai basil, chili peppers, roasted garlic and light soy sauce. Six
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The younger sibling of a legendary South Philadelphia crooner mixes up the gravy pot with her Jersey Fresh crushed tomatoes. By Phyllis Stein-Novack Food Columnist
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hristmas falls on Sunday, the traditional day for Italian-Americans to make gravy. I have watched men and women of all ages lovingly prepare big pots of this tasty staple. Some add pork ribs, a veal shank, sausages and meatballs to the simmering tomato sauce. Since my Italian-American friends, who hail from Southern Italy, feast on any number of fish dishes on Christmas Eve, I thought it would be a fine idea to share a recipe for authentic tomato gravy. I enlisted the aid of Theresa Belfiore, nee Avallone, who arrived in my home kitchen with her arms laden with fresh ingredients. What makes this gravy different from all others? Avallone Tomatoes. Nearly two years ago, Theresa and her son, Stephen, decided to can Jersey Fresh tomatoes and sell them online and in stores. Theresa decided to can the tomatoes as a birthday gift for her brother Frankie Avalon. “He really has everything,” she said of her big brother. “We have a poster with a photograph of our mother Mary and decided to use it for our label.” When I spoke with Theresa on the phone she told me emphatically “I am not a chef. I don’t cook from recipes. I cook by taste and feel.” I put on some coffee and we set out to
make gravy. Theresa uses sweet sausage and forms meatballs using a mixture of ground beef, pork and veal, which you can find in any supermarket. I always use San Marzano tomatoes, so I could not wait to taste Avallone Tomatoes, which, by the way, carry the “Jersey Fresh” logo on the label. I opened a 28-ounce can, dipped in a spoon and swooned over the rich ripe tomato flavor Jersey farmers capture when growing their crop year after year. Theresa and her famous brother grew up in South Philadelphia. Although Frankie, who is just 13 months older than his sister, graduated from South Philadelphia High, 2101 S. Broad St., Theresa went to Edward Bok Technical High School, 1901 S. Ninth St., and married when she was 20. “I moved to Cherry Hill nearly 40 years ago,” she said. “We always loved music in our house because my father taught himself how to play the piano, guitar and drums. I don’t play an instrument, but I love to sing.” I pulled out my big, red Le Creuset pot and arranged a mise en place for Theresa. “I’m your sous chef, you tell me exactly what you want me to do,” I said. I heated olive oil in my pot and added the sausage to brown while Theresa chopped a large onion. Once the sausage was browned, she added the onion and chopped fresh garlic. We added the tomatoes, fresh chopped basil and dried oregano to the pot and simmered it for about 20 minutes. Then we set out to make the
meatballs. “I prefer them soft,” Theresa said as she mixed the ingredients together in a big, stainless steel bowl. As we prepared the mixture, Theresa told me her son, Stephen, loves to cook. “He makes his own pasta. None of us are picky eaters. We eat everything,” she said. As the gravy simmered, I learned Tanya, her 18-year-old granddaughter, is in college and found it fun to cook with Stephen in their Cherry Hill home. I’ve never made fresh pasta, but my instincts tell me he would be a great teacher.
■ Theresa Belfiore’s Gravy ■ Ingredients:
Olive oil to coat the bottom of a large pot 1-1/2 pounds of sweet sausage, sliced into 3-inch chunks 1 large onion, diced 6 fat garlic cloves, chopped 2 28-ounce cans of Avallone crushed tomatoes 1 handful of fresh basil leaves, chopped Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Sprinkling of dried oregano 1-1/2 pounds of ground beef, pork and veal mixture 3 extra-large eggs, beaten 3 to 4 slices of top-quality white bread, crusts removed, soaked in water and squeezed out
About 1 scant cup of grated Parmesan 1 handful of Italian parsley leaves, chopped 2 fat garlic cloves, finely chopped Vegetable oil for frying the meatballs
Directions: Heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the sausage and brown on all sides. Add the onion and sauté for about five minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for a few minutes more. Lower the heat, add the tomatoes, salt, pepper, basil and oregano. Blend well. Place the lid askew and simmer for about 20 minutes while you form the meatballs. Place all of the remaining ingredients, except the vegetable oil, in a large mixing bowl. Blend carefully with your hands. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet. Working in batches, carefully form the meatballs and brown them on all sides. Once they are browned, add them to the pot. Bring the contents of the pot to a boil, lower to a simmer, replace the lid askew and simmer for one hour. Serves four to six. Note from Phyllis: I added a sprinkle of hot pepper flakes to the gravy. Edward, Sandy, Cousin Carl and I sat down to a delicious dinner. Any pasta works well here. SPR Comment at www.southphillyreview.com/foodand-drink/features.
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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19): Professional h aspirations are calling, but a partner will block your progress. You may want to attend to this person’s needs and it may be a necessary sacrifice. Lucky number: 921.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18): Seeking out A an expert will assist the pursuit of higher learning. Obtain a tutor or consultant who has a lot of experience and wisdom to share. Lucky number: 307.
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PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20): Mundane tasks hamper the desire to learn more about how the world works. Embrace the responsibilities and then return to the more interesting and soulful endeavors. Lucky number: 859.
ARIES (March 21 to April 20): You will run into D obstacles while trying to create order at home. You may not be able to find something, gadgets need fixing or a neighbor will interrupt your efforts. Lucky number: 437.
TAURUS (April 21 to May 20): Tie in socializF ing opportunities with personal projects. Appear at gatherings with networking opportunities. Achievements will speak for themselves. Lucky number: 216.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): A look at perG sonal finances could lead to disappointment. Plans to go to a concert or treat a special someone will not fit into the budget. Creativity may go a long way to salvage what should be a good time. Lucky number: 791.
accepting of your lifestyle. Lucky number: 166.
LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22): You will fulfill respona sibilities around the home with satisfying results. Focus on what needs cleaning, organizing and fixing. Lucky number: 892.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22): A family mems ber may interfere with your love life. You may want nothing more than to indulge in amorous together-
ness, but this person’s problem will vie for your attention. Lucky number: 086.
LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22): Taking a direct apd proach with your intentions may firm up partnership hopes. Being with a soul mate becomes more important than playing the field. Lucky number: 684.
ing. It may be time to look elsewhere. Lucky number: 329.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21): Taking your g responsibilities seriously and doing a great job will impress an influential person. This shouldn’t be hard to do if you don’t fool around. Lucky number: 542. SPR
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To Our Dad
stephen purvens rest in peace
12.27.1944 - 12.7.2011 Happy 67th birthday. Always in our hearts. Love, Uncle Jack, Aunt Cass, Jackie, Marie & Bobby, Niece Kim Trotter & Family
Joe Nuccio = 1 2 . 7.1 7 - 1 1 . 3 1 . 2 0 0 9 = Merry ChristMas & happy Birthday!
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This time of year should be happy and gay But for me, it’s just another painful day You’re not here dear Nicky, how can things be right I think of you morning,noon and night Wishing my present this Christmas year Would be you standing next to me, oh so near To touch your face, kiss your cheek,and hug you tight Never, ever, would I let you out of my sight I must be content with the memories you’ve left in my heart And dream dreams, where there we are never apart Missing you more than words could say Celebrate with Jesus and tell Him I said “Happy Birthday” Love Mommy Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Forever missed by your family and friends
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Jo Ann Iannuzzi 12.17.56 • 2.25.09 Another year has come and gone without you; the sadness and the emptiness still remain in our hearts. Wishing you were here to share them with; and though you are around us in spirit; it just doesn’t feel the same with out you here. We love and miss you. Love always & forever Joe, Jo-Jo, Nicole, Danny, Laura, Grandchildren & Great-Grandson
Gaeton “Guy” LoBiondo 1/15/44 • 12/18/09
“Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings from heaven where our lost ones shine down to let us know they are happy.” Always on my mind Forever in my heart Love & Miss You Always, Angela
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I still hear the songs, I still see the lights I still feel your love on cold wintery nights I still share your hopes and all of your cares I’ll even remind to please say your prayers Keep trying each moment, to stay in His grace I came here before you to help set your place. You don’t have to be perfect all of the time He forgives you the slip, if you continue to climb To my family and friends, please be thankful today I’m still close beside you, in a new special way. I love you all dearly, now don’t shed a tear ‘cause I’m spending my Christmas with Jesus this year.
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The pain goes deeper, but we hide it better; it clings to me like a favorite sweater. We’ll come to where you’re laid to rest and decorate it, we’ll try our best. There will be tears as we stand and pray, as we remember our past holidays. We miss you so much it’s hard to bear, we cry a lot but we don’t care. You’re gone from sight, but not from our hearts, so in a way we’ll never be apart. So Merry Christmas to a Mom and Dad who were the best parents we ever could have had. Candy canes, kisses and hugs are sent above, along with our undying love.
Chickie & Frank
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By Joseph Myers R e v i e w s ta f f w r i t e r
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hough he donned a prominent number and backed up its connotations with many end-zone appearances, Sharif Smith eschews arrogance. Success can test modesty, but four years of stellar runs and throws for Horace Furness High School, 1900 S. Third St., have not altered the humility of the former resident of 16th and Ellsworth streets. His accomplishments, though, have endeared him to his teammates and coaches, who retired his No. 1 jersey following Nov. 23’s inaugural South Philly Bowl at the South Philadelphia super site, 10th and Bigler streets. Smith is the first Furness student-athlete to receive such an honor, and his career tallies place him among the city’s elite runners. His 4,457 career rushing yards rank fifthbest in city history. He twice earned All-City designation and appeared four times on the All-Public teams. In a run-heavy offense, he still passed for 928 yards and 10 scores. “I’m a leader but a quiet one,” the senior said last week at The Academy at Palumbo, 1100 Catharine St. A sponsorship agreement lets schools lacking certain sports partner with more fortunate institutions, so Smith lent his talents to the Pennsport-based Furness Falcons while nurturing other gifts at Hawthorne’s Palumbo. The pact proved profitable for coach Anthony Pastore’s squads and culminated with the preThanksgiving battle against Prep Charter High School, 1928 Point Breeze Ave. “Holiday-related games should be local,” Pastore, of Broad and Porter streets, said of teaming with West Passyunk’s Huskies to make his star’s swan song a bragging rights contest. Smith moved to Kensington at 12 and came to Pastore’s attention while a middle school defensive end, quarterback and tight end. “I liked his desire to win,” he said of deciding to suit up for Pastore, the lone head man in the Falcons’ history. Owning a similar mindset, Smith crafted a quartet of colossal campaigns. In 2007, his future comrades dumped all 11 contests in their premier year, but last month’s finale gave Furness a chance to tally his tenure’s 27th win. He scored from one yard out for his 50th career rushing touchdown and added a 22-yard gallop to paydirt. Also a defensive back, Smith saw the Huskies even the affair late to force overtime. His final career rushing attempt resulted in a three-yard score, with the pressure immediately reverting back to him
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Digital decree A Point Breeze native had his number retired by his football team following a statistically stunning career.
would be just one way to pay him back for putting the Furness Falcons on the map.” The thought of placing his unit among the city’s elites once intimidated Smith, who struggled when attempting to motivate his fellow Falcons. “I had to grow up fast, and I did,” the prospect said of summonSharif Smith used his speed to accumulate the fifth- ing his resolve and guidhighest career rushing total in city history. Many ing a system that relies on universities want him to make great runs for them. agile legs and minds. S ta f f P h o t o b y G r e g B e z a n i s This year presented a new task, as he inherited and the defense. With help from Bor Bor Kessley, a fellow senior back and All-Pub- the full-time quarterback role. “I had more pressure but enjoyed it,” lic AAAA Silver selection, Smith, also the owner of 12 interceptions, made a great he said. He wishes the season had more games for tackle to secure a 20-14 victory. “That was a big one,” he said of the stop leadership improvement purposes but anticipates enhancing them before he makes his he tabs a chief moment from his career. Another milestone memory occurred collegiate selection from many courters inminutes later, when Pastore and athletic cluding Villanova, West Chester and Slipdirector Dave Connolly presented him pery Rock universities. “I have to prepare myself, yet I’m sure with a glass frame containing his jersey. “I could not have accomplished anything those around me will continue to rub off,” without my teammates,” Smith said with he said. his trademark humbleness. WHILE HIS TEAMMATES will busy themselves The decision to honor the playmaker came easily to Pastore, who also serves as Dec. 30 with New Year’s Eve plans and resolutions, Smith will be in Edgewater, a Palumbo security officer. “My easiest job is praising Sharif,” the Md., resolving to score touchdowns. He leader said. “We figured retiring his number will play for the North in The Chesapeake
Bowl, a game uniting standouts from five states and the District of Columbia. “I am pretty happy about being involved,” Smith said of being among the 50 players to land a spot on the North’s roster. He expects many occasions to fraternize with the top guns and yearns to pick up tips on how to muster a burgeoning desire to improve as a player and as a person. In the former role, he has few superiors. Coming off a winless opening season, the Falcons needed immediate contributions, and he did not shy away from executing. In his first game, he gained 130 yards, kickstarting a year that would produce 930 yards and six victories. Six more wins came the next year, with Smith registering 1,205 yards to help Pastore to clinch his first winning season. The workhorse bettered his output last year with 1,254 yards, as the Falcons triumphed nine times. They slipped to six wins this year, but Smith racked up six games of at least 100 yards and 1,068 hardearned total yards. He suited up 42 times in his career and achieved 22 games where he hit at least the century mark, with his high of 256 coming in an ’09 game. “Again, my teammates should receive the credit,” Smith said. They will be able to offer more support when he participates in May’s Philadelphia Eagles City High School All-Star Classic at Lincoln Financial Field, 1101 Pattison Ave. By then, he will have made his postsecondary pick and have completed his time on Palumbo’s basketball team, for whom he earned All-Public status last year. He plans to major in social work, a field that will help him to foster his interest in working with children. “I’ve helped members of my family and liked being there for them,” the 18-yearold, also a volunteer assistant junior varsity football coach for Furness, said. By no means done with Pastore, Smith has already determined his coach’s role in his life. “I’ve just learned so much from him,” he said of the man who has opened his home to him for many holidays. “He had chances to go to bigger programs, but he stuck with Furness,” Pastore said. “He’s a special kid.” Smith looks forward to receiving his SAT scores and to growing academically and emotionally. “The focus is there,” he said. “I’m ready.” SPR Contact Staff Writer Joseph Myers at jmyers@ southphillyreview.com or ext. 124. Comment at southphillyreview.com/sports/features.
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PennsPort $115,000
Jefferson square & West of Dickinson square Park
5848739 *1724 Moyamensing 3 BD,1.5Ba,huge 3 story shell
$129,000
5713803 *513 Manton
Garage,875sf,16x65 lot size,zoned R10
$94,500
5925345 *2041 S. Philip
2 BD,clean,move-in condition
$129,900
5852488 *716 Sigel
3 BD,1.5Ba,starter hm or investment
$109,000
5852926 *226 Mountain
2 BD,affordable hm,nice block
$135,900
5979584 *719 Watkins
3 BD,1.5Ba,affordable starter hm
$110,000
5944780 *120 Titan
1 BD+loft,cozy,stylish & modern
$152,000
5914857 *1619 S. Orkney
3 BD,c/a,h/w fls,needs updating
$119,000
5960202 *141 Emily
2 BD,fin.bsmt,convenient location
$159,900
5956361 *434 Emily
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$134,900
5945622 *304 McKean
3 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,spacious,well kept
$164,900
8795520 *1817 S. 5th
4 BD,2 Ba,c/a,h/w,spacious,renovated
$175,000
5940918 *1639 S. Hancock 2 BD,h/w,cozy starter hm,nice location
$169,900
5979552 *611 Fernon
2 BD,2 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$189,900
5972988 *125 Tasker
1 BD+den,pine fls,c/a,renovated
$175,000
5933485 *426 Federal
4 BD,needs some updating,At the Park
$199,900
5614659 *333 Reed
Huge 3 story shell,needs rehab
$184,900
5878740 *415-17 Moore
C2 Garage,3680sf,on a 31x116 lot
$269,900
5874666 *136 Carpenter-B 2 BD,1.5Ba,niceQ.V.Colonial Trinty
$189,000
5956270 *434 Federal
3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,deck,newer hm
$379,900
5851570 *1845 S. 4th
3 BD,fin.bsmt,nice condition,corner
$199,900
5974207 *160 Sigel
2 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,h/w,newly renovated
$219,900
east Passyunk crossing
5910676 *322 Reed, #1F
2 BD,2 Ba,c/a,h/w,modern bilevel condo
$225,000
5819937 *2024 S. Darien
2 BD,good starter hm or investment
$97,000
5869222 *1320 S. Fairhill 2 BD,c/a,h/w,roof access,renovated
$229,900
5920966 *1930 S. 8th
3 BD,1.5Ba,needs updating,spacious
$119,900
5939060 *1905 Moyamensing 4 BD,porchfront,h/w,very spacious
$239,900
5952030 *924 Dudley
2 BD,very clean,move-in condition
$165,000
5686838 *132 Manton
$245,000
5941028 *1922 S. Jessup
2 BD,lovely modern home,updated
$182,500
5957210 *1944 S.Galloway 3 BD,c/a,h/w,patio,spacious,modern
$249,900
5874412 *1943 S. 12th
4 BD,1.5Ba,traditional,very spacious
$189,900
5698562 *206 Mountain
2 BD,1.5 Ba,fin.bsmt,open,modern
$274,900
5964052 *1609 S. Iseminger 2 BD,2 Ba,needs updating,well kept
$199,900
5949773 *233 McClellan
Office+3 BD Apt.In Pennsport Mall
$279,900
5898535 *1012 McKean
$199,999
5893147 *129 Manton
3 BD,1.5Ba,open & spacious layout
$279,900
5439278 *102 Morris
4 BD,2 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,beautiful
$289,900
5973011 *1721 S. Iseminger 3 BD,1.5Ba,h/w,move-in condition
$264,900
5800471 *1713 S. 8th
$265,000
5813223 *1717 S. 2nd
Corner Commercial + 2 BD Apt,C2
$299,900
5958237 *1107 S. 3rd
3 BD,2 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,deck,renovated
$299,900
5821900 *1202 S. 3rd
4 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,beautiful
$310,000
5922930 *1529 Moyamensing 5 BD,1.5Ba,huge Federal Period hm
$325,000
5943509 *1529 S. 2nd
$349,900
Corner Commercial,Office+2 Apt.
5977881 *1514 Moyamensing 3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,2 fp’s,garage
$414,999
5463409 *111 Federal
3 BD,2.5Ba,den,deck,garage,new home
$499,000
5716469 *1101 S. 2nd
4 BD,2.5Ba,garage,new construction
$499,000
5920700 *112 Federal
6 BD,3 Ba,4 Car Garage,Circa 1835
$525,000
5760258 *1100 S. Front
Corner Commercial,Restaurant + Apt.
$599,900
5979279 *115 Wharton
3 BD,2,5Ba,fin.bsmt,roof deck,newer hm
$615,000
5908312 *915 Emily 5957497 *1941 S. Jessup
Triplex,1+1+1,separate utilities 2 story garage,C2,4870sf,full kitchen 2 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,modern,renovated
$269,900 $269,900
5916524 *1257 Moore
3 BD,c/a,h/w,patio/garden,nice hm
$289,000
5831751 *1316 Morris
5 BD,2.5ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,huge Twin
$389,900
5774832 *1807 S. Broad
Quad. 2+1+2+1,3146sf,updated apts.
$485,000
5908423 *1823 E. Passyunk
Duplex,1+3,c/a,15x100 lot,C2 zoning
$500,000
5941902 *1715 S. 13th
4 BD,4 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,patio,renovated $699,900
5953934 *1903-05 S.Broad
Office Building,7881sq.ft.,C2 zoning
$850,000
Passyunk square 5926246 *824 Earp 5980062 *1241 S. Juniper
Whitman
3 BD,2 Ba,c/a,spacious,beautiful hm
2 BD,fin.bsmt,needs some updating
$160,000
2 BD,updated,move-in condition
$245,000
5904501 *1329 Annin
1 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,h/w,deck,garage,new
$265,000
5900954 *1335 Titan
3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,den,c/a,new hm
$289,000
5936223 *813-15 Ellsworth
Garage+Loft Apt.3623sf on a 70x67 lot
$409,900
5947114 *814-32 Latona
Development Opportunity,73x147Lot
$1,000,000
5728265 *332 Daly
1 BD loft style,2 sty row,needs tlc
$99,000
5742708 *418 Tree
2 BD,updated,move-in condition
$109,900
5906666 *425 Durfor
2 BD,fin.bsmt,well kept,very elegant
$120,000
5906666 *425 Durfor
3 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,move-in condition
$129,900
3 BD,good affordablestarter home
$129,900
5885662 *2510 S. 6th
3 BD,h/w,nice move-in condition
$135,000
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5924311 *320 Fitzgerald
3 BD,1.5Ba,nice,clean,well maintained
$149,900
5978652 *1433 S. Hicks
5927551 *2724 S.Sheridan
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,updated home
$149,900
5867296 *1729 S. Bancroft
2 BD,needs updating,convenient area
$89,900
5876699 *2445 S. Lee
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,parking,updated $169,900
5980759 *1442 S. 16th
3 BD,needs updating,very spacious
$90,000
5925807 *2133 S. 4th
3 BD,very spacious main street home
$175,000
5943790 *1523 S. 18th
3 BD,very spacious,needs updating
$125,000
5930545 *2545 S.Galloway
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,modern hm
$175,000
5880071 *1335-37 S.18th
Duplex,2+2,Extra lot,developing area
$139,000
5343149 *343 Wolf
3 BD,1.5Ba,large hm,needs updating
$179,900
5951903 *1626 S. 18th
6 BD,2 Ba,needs updating,huge home
$139,900
5873004 *114 Durfor
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,beautiful
$189,900
5846861 *1922 S. 18th
4 BD,1.5 Ba,c/a,h/w,spacious,updated
$145,000
5957490 *2352 S. Lee
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,renovated hm
$189,900
5956889 *1712 S. Mole
2 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,h/w,newly renovated
$174,900
5981054 *130 Ritner
3 BD,c/a,h/w,renovated,spacious home
$199,900
5944091 *1415 Ellsworth
3 BD,3.5Ba,shell,partially renovated
$180,000
5882783 *2416 S. Philip
3 BD,1.5Ba,wood fls,newly renovated
$209,900
5801695 *1324 S.Broad,#2R 2 BD,2 Ba,h/w,deck,brownstone condo
$194,750
5877957 *225 Tree
2 BD,c/a,h/w,newly renovated home
$220,000
5878582 *1413 Ellsworth
3 BD,1.5Ba,beautiful move-in condition
$229,900
5851387 *2339 S. Lee
3 BD,porchfront,modern,deck,yard
$224,900
5861985 *1429 Wharton
Corner Commercial,2 stores+2 Apts.
$399,999
5670088 *344 Roseberry
2 BD,clean/plain,freshly painted,new w/w $88,000
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5XX Gerritt st. 3 bedrOOMs, 1.5 baThrOOMs 3XX durfor st. 2 bedrOOMs, 1 baThrOOM 8XX JaCkson st. 3 bedrOOMs, 1 baThrOOM 28XX s. fairhill st. 3 bedrOOMs, 1.5 baThrOOM
19XX s. 18th st. $59,900 4 bedrOOMs, 1.5 baThrOOMs 2208 s. 9th st. 3 bedrOOMs, 1 baThrOOM $99,887 12XX s. 8th st. 3 bedrOOMs, 1 baThrOOM $99,887 7XX Watkins st. 3 bedrOOMs, 1.5 baThrOOMs $108,000 12XX snyder ave. 3 bedrOOMs, 1 baThrOOM
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