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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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Give a Squat on World Toilet Day
Image credit: Flickr user Nemo's great uncle To bring attention to the lack of proper sanitation that 2.5 billion people in the world must face every day, the World Toilet Organization (the other WTO!), is asking that people all over the world take a one-minute long squat Tomorrow, November 19. Hopefully all of you readers have been practicing your chair pose at yoga class, because a one-minute squat will get your thighs screaming. Lack...
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And Before You Know It Philly Will Be No Fun At All...
Image Credit: Flickr user michaelwm25 So you may have heard: New Jersey has kidnapped the 2010 Dad Vail Regatta. Well, more like bought. Why Rumson, NJ has an extra $250,000 to throw around, we don't know. But what we do know is the Dad Vail has been raced on the Schuylkill River every year since 1953. Over those 50+ years it has become an integral part of Philly sports culture. To take it off...
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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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Foodsday Tuesday: One Potato, Two Potato, Sweet Potato, More
Image Credit: Flickr user RaeA I grew up thinking that I didn't like sweet potatoes. It wasn't until I was a teenager that I realized that it wasn't sweet potatoes, in and of themselves, that I had a problem with: it was the way they're served at Thanksgiving, sickly sweet and buried under marshmallows. (All due respect to marshmallows: I love you, but not in this particular instance.) Used with savory ingredients, however, sweet...
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Rock Your Tuesday With Shatnerquake
Phillyist alumni Jim took his brain where few brains had gone before, guiding his gray matter through a tour of the vicious William Shatners in Shatnerquake. Now you too can fend off evil Kirk, because author Jeff Burk is making the entire novel freely available today on his website (http://www.jeffburk.wordpress.com/) as a download. Why should you download this novel, you ask? Because it is awesome. Bizarre art made freely available is worth it, books about...
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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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Yo, Philly in the News
Photo by Flickr user K_Gradinger In case you haven't noticed, we're not big on people who disregard traffic laws, no matter what mode of transportation they're using. The Inqy confirms that bicyclists are not exempt from being assholes when it comes to their behavior on the road. News flash: If you run from the police, they're probably going to chase you, whether you pose an "immediate threat" or not. Farewell to another Philadelphia landmark:...
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Playlist Rewind: The Get Up Kids at the TLA
Photo by Author Rather appropriately, Prince's "Party Like It's 1999" served as ring entrance music to the the main event at The Get Up Kids TLA show. The newly reunited band is currently touring to support their Something To Write Home About 10th Anniversary CD + DVD. After the new year they're off to see our friends in Australia and Japan, but it sure was nice to have them visit us in Philly for...
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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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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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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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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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Photoist
Click here to see full version! Title: No Privacy Photographer: drc151 Location: Bucks County Camera: Nikon D90 Like to see your photo here? Submit it!...
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PAWS Cat 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! Pip Pip is a beautiful Domestic Shorthair-Oriental mix with striking green eyes. She is a talkative, active...
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Parking
Photo by author There was an eerie stillness in the air as I approached Ridgeway Park, tucked behind CAPA at 13th and Carpenter Streets. A rather large, seemingly unattended rottweiler stood in the path near the park's entrance, which made me a little nervous. Fortunately, I saw two people who I took to be the dog's owners sitting nearby, and entered the park, creeping past the dog, who remained absolutely still, staring off at...
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We're Off To See the Wizard... This Week in Philadelphia Theatre
Image by flickr user Playingwithbrushes . . .and we're back! Did you miss us? Were you itching to know just what shows were up and running in Philly? Well, here you go. Our title quote comes from the Wizard of Oz, which opens next Tuesday at the Media Theater. Opening Brilliant Traces - are better than dull ones. November 20-December 5. Tickets The :nv:s:ble Play - You can't see it. November 21-December 13. Tickets...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Our Ever-Changing Skyline
Not a big change, but still a big sexy demolition....
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About Tonight
Photo by Flickr user yimhafiz Friend-of-Phillyist Chip Chantry brings his monthly one-man spectacular to the Khyber (56 S. 2nd St.) tonight. Special guests will include Matt Ruby, the Feeko Brothers, Johnny Goodtimes, and the world's funniest man: Bing Supernova. 8 p.m., 21+, $5. Movie Monday at the Troc (1003 Arch St.) features 500 Days of Summer. 8 p.m. (Doors 6:30), 21+, $3 (which gets you admission plus a token towards food/drinks). Do you have...
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Extra, Extra
Photo by Flickr user law_keven Do you want to see all the world gather in Philadelphia in 2018 or 2022? Well, then, sign the petition to get the FIFA World Cup to Philadelphia!! Chester resident Kathy Stewart was struck by a stray bullet last night as she laid in bed. The bullet passed through a wall before striking Stewart. She is on life support and is unlikely to recover. The plan to lower the...
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Ali Eteraz Reading Tonight
Author Ali Eteraz will read from his memoir Children of Dust: A Memoir of Pakistan tonight at the Brandywine Workshop. Lehigh University Professor Amardeep Singh will be moderating the event. Admission is free....
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Yo, Philly in the News
Photo by Flickr user wallyg An unruly man was removed from a U.S. Airways flight destined for London from Philadelphia. The plane stopped in Boston so that the man could be arrested. Federal and state officials will get a tour of the damage to the Jersey shore in order to assess how much, if any, disaster aid will be provided. Last weekend's storms caused millions of dollars in damage to public and private property....
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Photoist
Click here to see full version! Title: the great grey-green greasy hippo mouth Photographer: moocatmoocat Location: The Philadelphia Zoo Camera: Sony DSLR-A700 Like to see your photo here? Submit it!...
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Extra, Extra
Photo by Flickr user leighmcmahon Deuces Wild? How about Aces High! A store clerk in South Jersey sold a man the incorrect scratch-off ticket by mistake. That mistake put $100,000 in the man's pocket. Big Gulps, huh? All right, welp, see ya later Dad Vail Regatta. The Dad Vail committee announced that the regatta will be moved to Rumson, New Jersey. Walk-in Swine Flu vaccine clinics are scheduled for Montgomery County on Friday and...
