Friday, September 30, 2011
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Friday night plans may be a hard decision for local residents this week. There are two very entertaining events taking place locally that will be sure to please anyone seeking an escape. At 7 p.m. on Friday, the Markeim Arts Center of Haddonfield is hosting An Autumn Evening of Wine and Music. The night will feature tastings of a number of wines provided by Plagido's Winery, a winery in Hammonton. Representatives from the winery will be available to describe and discuss their wines. Light fare will be served along with the wine. Guests will be entertained by musical performances from student artists via Haddonfield Memorial High School. Some of the performers include: om Twitchell, cello; Iris Kwak, piano; Melissa Tucker, soprano; Mia …
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
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This weekend is the Grand Finale Concert at Heritage Vineyards and Winery in Mullica Hill. The wine and beer tasting event is taking place this Saturday, Sept. 24 and Sunday, Sept. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. The $10 ticket price includes wine and beer tasting, including full-bodied beer from Flying Fish Brewery in Cherry Hill. Select tasty food items will be featured from the Barnsboro Inn of Sewell as well. Besides the line-up of wine and beer beverage selections and the savory food, there will be live entertainment throughout the weekend. On Saturday, enjoy the smooth Jazz sounds of Standard Deviation. Bill Corvino and his band have been featured in venues in Atlantic City and Las Vegas along with opening for the Dixie Hummingbirds in Camden…
Thursday, September 15, 2011
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This week (September 12-16) is Center City District's Restaurant week right over the bridge in Philadelphia. If you need to escape this week--you need to book a reservation and get a delicious meal at a four star restaurant for a reasonable price. Restaurants are featuring special three-course, prix-fixe lunches ($20) and dinners ($35) at participating restaurants. Click here for the list of restaurants in the Center City district that are participating. My personal favorite on the list is Bridget Foy's on 200 South St. I have enjoyed their al fresco dining several times during the lunch hour. They have a large craft beer selection that is excellent when pairing with their savory dishes. The pulled pork empanadas are out of this world. …
Thursday, September 8, 2011
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On Friday, Sept. 9, Haddon Township will hold its second-annual luau at the Crystal Lake Pool Complex from 7 to 11 p.m (Saturday, Sept. 10 is the rain date). This event brings residents of Haddon Township and surrounding communities together to socialize and celebrate the coming year. Tickets are $20 and are available to anyone ages 21 and over. This fun-filled event will feature a beer truck this year. The buffet will feature Merryfield's delicious bar fare and live entertainment from the Toonz makes this year's luau a must-attend event. Grab a few neighbors, friends or your significant other and escape to a tropical luau right around the corner from your own community. Laura Moran, Haddon Township employee and member of the civic …
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
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If traditional Mexican cuisine is what you crave, then you don't have to go far. La Esperanza is a located in the heart of Lindenwold featuring some fabulous home-cooked Mexican meals. It is the perfect setting for a date night or friendly get together. Dan Wiedmann, of Lindenwold, visits this restaurant frequently stating, "The guacamole is out of this world. It is the best you can get around South Jersey." He suggests the pork tacos as his favorite dish. The tenderly marinated pork paired with their famous rice and beans is sure to satisfy your craving for Mexican food. The portions are hearty, the staff is friendly, and the cocktails are amazing. They are generally known for their margartias, which they feature in a range of flavors …
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
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This Friday is another Fantastic Friday over at Penn Treaty Park at Penn Treaty Park Place in Philadelphia. The park is under a British invasion—make that a British Invasion Tibute—Friday at 6:30 p.m. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring their blankets, chairs, beverages and dancing shoes for this fantastic show. You will hear the nostalgic sounds of various '60s favorites, as well as the familiar tunes of the Beatles. This concert will surely please music lovers of all ages and the park is fabulous spot for an outdoor event. Penn Treaty Park is near the city's waterfront where you can see Penn's Landing and the Ben Franklin Bridge. As the sun sets, a picturesque skyline of Center City appears. The concert is free and coolers are …
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
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This weekend head over to the PPL Park in Chester, PA to watch the major league soccer sensation, the Philadelphia Union take on FC Dallas at 8 p.m. The PPL Park is world-class waterfront stadium that is located just 15 miles outside of the city and provides soccer-goers with comfortable seating and fabulous food. All of these elements make a Philadelphia Union game a perfect escape for you and your sports buff. The stadium also has a large tailgating area outside, so that you can bring your own grill and enjoy the beautiful weather and atmosphere of the Philly fans at their best. The game itself is a high-energy exciting experience for anyone, but especially to those who love the game. Tickets are reasonably priced starting at $25 and up …
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
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The Garden State Wine Growers Association is at it again. It is hosting this year's River Walk Wine Festival at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7 from noon-5p.m. This festival is an opportunity for local growers to showcase their finest wines to local wine connoisseurs. The admission tent opens at 11:30 a.m. Come enjoy the sounds of the Matt Wade Band on Saturday while sipping on New Jersey's finest wines. On Sunday, put on your dancing shoes and rock out with the Funktion, one of the tri-state's premiere party bands. Twenty wineries will have their finest wines ready for palettes ranging from novice to expert level. Sampling tickets are $25 per person for those who are 21 and older. Tickets …
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
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Listening to live music is one of my favorite pastimes. There is nothing better than sitting in a park on a summer night with that special someone and listening to some nostalgic tunes. This Thursday, July 28 at 7:30 p.m. at Connolly Park in Voorhees, grab your beach chair or blanket and get a good spot on the hill to hear the sounds of the Beatles tribute band, Strawberry Fields. Strawberry Fields is an amazing tribute band featuring members from the off Broadway's hit musical, Beatlemania. This group performs in full costume, and they are the closest thing to the Beatles other than the real band. This will be their third year performing at Connolly Park for the Voorhees Concert Series, and they are always sure to bring out an awesome …
Thursday, July 14, 2011
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My husband and I decided to take a ride over the bridge this week to a museum located right in the heart of Center City. But, it was not your typical tour of historic Philadelphia. It was a freakishly delightful trip to the Mütter Museum, located inside the College of Physicians of Philadelphia. It was reasonably priced at $14 for adults; $10 for military, senior citizens (65 and up) and students (with valid ID). They also have pricing for children, but due to the severity and graphic nature of the medical oddities located in this museum, I would strongly suggest you do not bring your children. We saw the famous Soap Woman exhibit, which was quite the site to see in person. The famous presidential tumor was on display, as well as several …
Rebecca Gillis
12:21 am on Thursday, August 25, 2011
It is delish!!! Love it :) more ›