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See Ya Sundee...
Quick hit picks for Week 11. Home teams in CAPS. Miami (+3.5) over CAROLINA W Indianapolis (+0.5) over BALTIMORE JACKSONVILLE (-8.5) over Buffalo DETROIT (-3.5) over Cleveland New Orleans (-11.5) over TAMPA BAY GREEN BAY (-6.5) over San Francisco Seattle (+10.5) over MINNESOTA Washington (+11.5) over DALLAS NY GIANTS (-6.5) over Atlanta Pittsburgh (-9.5) over KANSAS CITY Arizona (-9.5) over ST. LOUIS Cincinnati (-9.5) over OAKLAND NEW ENGLAND (-10.5) over NY Jets San Diego (-2.5)...
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Asshole of the Week
Photo by Flickr user bglasgow So this week's asshole is coming not from Philadelphia, but from the internet. After last week's delve into the personal, we're taking it out into the tubes. We at Phillyist are obviously Americans (except for that one British dude, but nevermind him). We live in the cradle of freaking liberty. With a bell. So, it seems worth some Philadelphia-sized outrage that some wackadoos are hiding behind God to call...
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Playlist Rewind: Shonen Knife at Johnny Brenda's
Photo by Flickr user Helena P. When watching a concert, there are many thoughts that may pop into one's head. "Oh, this is pretty cool, maybe I'll buy their album." Or, "This is putting me to sleep." When I saw Shonen Knife live at Johnny Brenda's on Monday, the thought that immediately popped into my head was, "I wish I could bake this band in to a cake so I could eat them!" That's...
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Thanks to This Week's Advertisers
We would like to take a moment to thank this week's advertisers on Phillyist. John Mayer, find tickets for his Battle Studies tour with the AMEX early on sale. American Apparel, with 3 stores in Philadelphia, you can look your best after dark. GroupOn, using collective buying power to bring you one ridiculous coupon each day. If you're interested in advertising on Phillyist or any other site in our network, check out our online mediakit....
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Phillyist Playlist: The Kin at the Trocadero
Photo courtesy The Kin official website Tonight The Trocadero is treating you to three acts sure to rock your soul and your socks. The Watson Twins, The Kin, and Joshua Radin will all take the stage, promising an evening of alternating relaxing and rocking. We're most excited to see The Kin, who are touring to support their latest album, The UPside (Amazon). Heaven knows no one has any money and we're all totally stressed...
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I Have a Baby and Ten Dollars...Now What?
Photo by Flickr user chimothy27 *Corrections have been made in this column concerning the Philadelphia Circus School Event* Things have been a little crazy in this momma Phillyist's sphere of life, so this week's column is late and abbreviated to strictly weekend happenings. We apologize for the inconvenience and promise that it won't happen again. Hands have been slapped and television privileges taken away. The Wooden Shoe Bookstore on South is hosting a parents-only...
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Blogged Around Philly: The Geeks Rule Edition
Photo by Flickr user thisisbossi Who needs an RSS feed when you have us? Bringing you the best of the 215 blogosphere... We kinda feel bad for the Sixers after reading this Philebrity story. Geekadelphia celebrated their third anniversary last night. Word on the street—or in Beerleaguer—is that Pedro Feliz is showing interest in the Orioles. Break my Routine forces us to stop for a second and check out 30th Street Station. It's the...
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Photoist
Click here to see full version! Title: Reading Viaduct Garden Photographer: Jackson Gruber Location: Philly Like to see your photo here? Submit it!...
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Greensgrown Goes Whole Hog
Photo by Flickr user Addictive Picaso Phillyist is a huge fan of Greensgrow, so much so that we've mentioned them bunches and bunches before, but just in case you can't place the name (or tear yourself away from this stellar article) we'll remind you of Greensgrow's fantastic mission. Dedicated to growing fresh veggies and fruits here in our fair city, making use of an otherwise barren super fund site, importing delicious local artisan groceries,...
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Phillyist Playlist: 311 at the Borgata Event Center
Photo courtesy 311 official website 311 has always been a band that puts on a fantastic, high-energy show and tomorrow night's sold-out performance at The Borgata should prove to be no exception. This Phillyist was a fan of 311 when Grassroots came out and their sound has evolved so fluidly, keeping us interested ever since. This new fall tour seems to stem off the most recent summer tour, promoting their newest album, Uplifter. We...
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CinePhillyist Reviews... The Twilight Saga: New Moon
Normally when we go out in the world to review films, we end up in one of the smaller theaters at the Ritz 5 with a mere handful of other journalists and/or bloggers. For Twilight: New Moon, not so much. Going into it, I was unaware that the advanced screening held at the UA King of Prussia on Wednesday evening was to be a mix of industry invites, journalists, and a whole mess of...
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Yo, Philly in the News
Photo by Flickr user K_Gradinger Let the bike enforcement showdown begin. The penalty phase in the trial of John "Jordan" Lewis, who was found guilty of murder in the first for killing Philadelphia Police Officer Chuck Cassidy, is set to begin. The jury will decide whether to sentence Lewis to life in prison or give him the death penalty. Three men, including one from Newark, Delaware, have been charged with hacking Comcast's website in...
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CinePhillyist
Only four new movie choices for this weekend, folks. Looks like Hollywood couldn't rustle up many opponents who wanted to do battle against the juggernaut that is Twilight. Cowards. The Blind Side This Phillyist has a weird problem with sports movies, especially football ones. I have a tendency to cry my eyes out through all of Rudy and sob like a freak during We Are Marshall. So I'll admit it, the trailer for The...
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Where Have All Our T-Shirts Gone?
Perhaps the sting of the Phillies losing has lessened. But wouldn't it be nice to wrap yourself in t-shirt touting the Phils as the World Champions? Clearly, all of those shirts had to printed before the results were determined. So where did they go? To developing nations. World Vision works with Major League Baseball to ensure that all of those new shirts don't go to waste. So somewhere out there, the dream of a Phils'...
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Extra, Extra
Photo by Flickr user plemeljr Thinking of feigning an illness to get out of jury duty? Think again. Anthony DiCicco was found in contempt of court for lying about having the swine flu. Have you been thinking of attending a Flyers or Sixers game this season? Well, the two organizations are offering 'Recession Buster' prices on some tickets and ticket packages. Two councilmen plan to propose legislation that would require cyclists to get license...
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Eight Phillies Nominees for "This Year in Baseball" Awards
Remember that time when that cute little girl threw the foul ball away during that one Phillies game? Awwwww. Remember when Bruntlett had that amazing unassisted triple play and everyone forget how much he kind of sucked? Yesssss. The season may be over, but the voting and awards aren't yet! The 2009 This Year in Baseball Awards nominees have been announced and quite a few Phils are in the running. Take a gander and...
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PAWS Dog of the Week
PAWS is in constant need of support, both personal and financial. Click through for information on volunteering, fostering, or making a donation. If you have specific questions about fostering, you can e-mail the PAWS foster parent coordinator Robin at robin@phillypaws.org. And don't forget—Phillyist still has two of the Phillyist fosters who are looking for a forever home! Goldie Goldie is a young male Chihuahua mix who is friendly and smart as a whip. Goldie...
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Photoist
Click here to see full version! Title: Oh dear! Photographer: kchbrown Location: Rittenhouse Square Camera: Nikon D700 Like to see your photo here? Submit it!...
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BalletX Fall Series Begins TONIGHT
You know we love BalletX. But have you had a chance to experience it for yourself yet? No? Well, lucky you: you get a chance to check them out this weekend, as Phillyist's favorite modern ballet company stages their Fall Series this weekend at the Wilma Theater. Their third full season opens with world premieres by three different choreographers: Alex Ketley, Meredith Rainey, and BalletX's own Matthew Neenan. Post show performances will be held...
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Yo, Philly in the News
Avenging pizza delivery cops; an alleged murderer's apology; a farewell to a Philly TV icon; and more.
