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A Weekend in Historic Philadelphia?on a Budget

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So you´re on vacation. Believe it or not, that doesn´t mean you have to splurge!

In Historic Philadelphia, you´ll find plenty of places where prices haven´t changed much since our Founding Fathers were milling about town.

And we have put an entire weekend itinerary together for you, a step-by-step guide full of budget-conscious meals, fun stuff for the family and even a few cost-effective cocktails.

Welcome to Philadelphia, “America´s best beer-drinking city.” To start your vacation on the right foot ? rather, the right barstool ? head to The Khyber, a charmingly gritty bar in the middle of 2nd Street.

This is a great spot to get a casual burger and fries, knock back a few local microbrews and catch an up-and-coming live act. And for authentic Philadelphia attitude, you really can´t do much better than The Khyber.

Just up the street is National Mechanics, a newer bar known for its gastropub-esque menu and quirky decor. Try a delicious salad or a gourmet burger ? everything is tasty and light on your wallet.

From Old City, it´s just a short, breezy walk down to Penn´s Landing where, on Friday nights, you can catch free concerts all summer long. Ranging from gospel to jazz to R&B, the music is family-friendly and the scenery ? the Delaware River to the east and the Philadelphia skyline to the west ? is pretty much unbeatable.

Extra credit: If you visit Philadelphia for a mid-week stay, you can get cinematic on Thursday nights in the Summer with Penn´s Landing´s free Screenings Under the Stars.

And if you visit during the colder months, lace up and skate at the Blue Cross RiverRink. This ice rink comes equipped with a heated pavilion, snack bar and lessons for the whole family.

Runway to Happiness – A Charity Fashion Show To Benefit Project Happiness

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Join us for a charity fashion show to benefit Project Happiness featuring top designers Dries Van Noten, Maison Martin Margiela, Yoshi Kondo, Comme des Garcons, Jil Sander, J.W. Brine, Miller Et Bertaux, Tsumori Chisato and many others, all courtesy of Modern Appealing Clothing.
100% of the proceeds from this very special evening go to benefit Project Happiness, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Complimentary hors douevres and two complimentary beverages included with ticket price. There will be a cash bar available from 7 PM until 10:30 PM.

Taiko Dojo

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The International Taiko Festival, at San Francisco promotes an ancient art of Japan ? the Taiko drum. Japenese considered it a sacred instrument. It was used in ancient Japan to drive away evil spirits and pests which may harm crops. It was also used to invoke the rain god to bless the earth. After each bountiful crop the Taiko was again played as a symbol of joy.
With the rapid modernization of Japan, ancient arts like Taiko have taken a back seat and relegated to a pleasant memory. However, a cultural renaissance has been taking place in Japan ? a rediscovery of native arts. Today, every school child in Japan knows of Taiko. The drums are handmade by professional drum makers in Japan.
The most famous of these drums is the O-Daiko drum which is over 12 feet in height. It is regarded as a historical and cultural icon. Over the last decade Taiko enthusiasts, Seiichi Tanaka and the San Francisco Taiko Dojo have rediscovered Taiko from its primitive folk art roots to a powerful, sophisticated synthesis of rhythm, harmony, and body movement.
Today, at the festival a strenous, mental physical martial art training is harmonised with musical talent. Taiko Dojo, under the direction of Grand Master Tanaka, is a soul stirring experience. The performance is visual, audio, and visceral. The combination of traditional and contemporary rhythms, dance, and martial arts permeates your physical and spiritual being bringing lasting bliss.

Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10-Miler

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The 10-mile, point-to-point course is a gentle downgrade that runs from the northern edge of Philadelphia down to its southern tip.

You?ll pass many of the city?s most important landmarks along the way, including Temple University, City Hall, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, The Avenue of the Arts and the Philadelphia stadium complex.

Expect record-breaking times and a field of about 18,000 runners on this USATF-certified course, which rates as one of the fastest in the county by Runner?s World Magazine. The race finishes inside the Philadelphia Navy Yard.

Runners Info

There are eleven water stations, digital clocks at each mile market, aid stations, port-a-potties, entertainment and numerous ambulances on the course. The course is traffic-free in the south-bound lanes and monitored by police. This course is certified by USATF.

FOSTER THE PEOPLE (DJ Set)

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Foster The People came together in late 2009 when Mark Foster met band mates Cubbie Fink and Mark Ponitus through mutual friends in the Los Angeles music scene. Foster hailing from Cleveland, OH had been writing and recording music since his youth but it wasn?t until the three members came together that Foster?s music for the bands upcoming debut release, Torches, was ready for friends to hear.

In early 2010, Foster The People posted their first song Pumped Up Kicks on the internet. Days later it was used to score a friend?s fashion video, days after that it showed up on Hype Machine and a year later it had seemed to make its way into the ears of millions of listeners around the world.

Almost immediately upon forming last October, the band gained a critical mass among regulars of West Hollywood notorious Viper Room, National Public Radio subscribers and even, erm, Mark Ronson. Blessed with a knack for melody, boogie-time beats, and an ornate electronic detail, Foster The People craft a sound ideal for a fantasy backyard barbecue with The Strokes, Vampire Weekend, MGMT and Daft Punk as guests.

Rouge

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Rouge has established itself as a social hotspot and has created a warm, welcoming environment for each of its guests. It is an unconventional blend of a casual and friendly atmosphere amidst an elegant, chic d?cor. The excellent customer service allows every patron to be a VIP. As Broadway?s discreet social lounge, Rouge offers a variety of diversions. Whether having a drink at the bar, enjoying a variety of sports events on any of the 5 plasma televisions, lounging with friends in one of the red velvet booths, listening to live jazz, viewing up-and-coming local artistry, or dancing to the rhythms of a celebrity DJ, Rouge is a diverse local for everyone.

Independence Day Parade

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The Wawa Welcome America! Independence Day Parade is bigger and better than ever in 2011 with more than 4,000 participants from a dozen states.

The parade kicks off at 11 a.m. and features 16 marching musical groups, nine floats, five military branches and plenty of special guests.

Among the performers this year: the Hoh Japanese Drummers, Minas Brazilian Dancers and Drummers and the oldest fife and drum band in America, the Mattatuck Drum Band founded in 1767.

Hundreds of active duty enlisted and veteran soldiers and officers from the Marines, Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard will march down the nation?s historic mile as part of the ?Salute to the Armed Forces? float.

Parade Route

The Independence Day Parade has been expanded two blocks in 2011, starting at 5th and Chestnut streets immediately following Independence Day Ceremony.

The parade will continue right on 9th Street, heading one block before turning right onto Market Street. The procession comes to an end at Front Street.