Category: Dine
THE 2013 RITTENHOUSE ROW SPRING FESTIVAL
Each year more than 50,000 people converge on Walnut Street from Broad to 19th Streets, for Philadelphia’s most upscale festival. The event features food, entertainment, shopping and family fun. This is the only event where Walnut Street is closed to automotive traffic. Pedestrians stroll Walnut and 18th Streets and explore 120 booths.
Saturday, May 18, from noon to 5:00 p.m., rain or shine, on Walnut Street from Broad to 19th, 18th Street from Locust to Sansom.
The Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival features:
Affordably priced cuisine from Rittenhouse Row’s restaurants: 500 Degrees, a. Bar, a. Kitchen, Alfa, Alma de Cuba, Applebees, Barclay Prime, Ben and Jerry’s, Butcher and Singer, Capogiro Gelato, Cavanaugh’s Rittenhouse, Continental Mid-town, Corner Bakery Café, The Corner Foodery, The Dandelion, Devon Seafood Grill, Di Bruno Bros., El Rey, Happy Rooster, Hip City Veg, Honeygrow, Il Pittore, Lacroix, Le Bec Fin, Marathon Grill, Oyster House, Parc, The Prime Rib, Pub and Kitchen, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Rotisseur, Rouge, Sbraga, Schlesinger’s, Shake Shack, Smith and Wollensky, Square 1682, Tavern 17, Termini Brothers Bakery, Underdogs, Vernick, Village Whiskey, Wok, and XIX.
Spring fashion booths: Joan Shepp, South Moon Under, Knit Wit, Town Home, Kembrel, Hope Chest, Born Yesterday, Heads and Tails, Duke and Winston, The Children’s Boutique, Tumi, The Shops at the Bellevue and more.
The Infiniti Lounge on the 1500 Block. Hope Cohen, author of Fast, Fresh + Simple and culinary show host will be in the Infiniti Lounge sampling one of her refreshing recipes
The Starr Culinary Demonstration Stage at 19th and Walnut will host live food and beverage demonstrations and segments from renowned balloon twister and storyteller Allyn Gordon. Drop-off non-perishable food items or a monetary donation (10 cans, $10, or both) for Philabundance and you’ll be entered to win one of three prizes from STARR Restaurants. Drop locations are at 15th Street, between 16th and 17th Streets, and 18th Street. Visit the Starr Smallwares Sidewalk Sale to purchase discounted china, glassware and other tabletop accessories from STARR Restaurants. (all proceeds benefit Philabundance.)
Family Fun: On 18th Street between Walnut and Sansom, The Center City District Craft Pavilion will feature make-and-take crafts and activities led by Philadelphia’s finest cultural organizations including: Arden Theatre Company, Please Touch Museum, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Historic Philadelphia, Philadelphia Art Alliance, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Walnut Street Theatre, and Peter Nero and the Philly Pops. KYW Newsradio will host the Kidcasting Tent, where kids can create their own mock-radio interview newscast. Also join Beneficial Bank, Capital One 360 Café and TD Bank for Family Fun stations.
Tasting areas of 20 of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s Chairman’s Selection wines with a concierge and on-site store, Peroni beer, Rex Goliath wines, Cintron and festive cocktails.
The Whisper Outdoor Lounge on the 1700 block. Enjoy the DJ and lounge with specialty cocktails from G Lounge, Whisper and The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co., and food from the Corner Foodery.
oyster evolution
Oyster House has debuted a new Cocktail Menu featuring a variety of artful drinks created by their talented team of bartenders. The menu ranges from individual cocktails to shareable punches to an array of oyster shooters, and is chock full of thoughtful accompaniments to their acclaimed menu of peerlessly fresh seafood. Prices range from $7 to $12.
“From the day that we opened, we’ve been committed to pouring innovative, exciting cocktails as an important part of a great meal,” says proprietor and third-generation restaurateur Sam Mink. “This new list is yet another step forward in the evolution of our beverage program, keeping our offerings fresh and making sure that our guests can always count on us for great drinks, whether they’re stopping in for happy hour or indulging in a decadent multi-course meal.”
The new list includes: Capetown, Rittenhouse Rye, Lillet, Orange Curaçao; Old Miami, Corralejo reposado tequila with Meletti amaro and cherry heering; Sunday Silence Julep, Rittenhouse rye with amari, sugar and mint; and Mink’s favorite, Blonde Redhead, Absolut Citron, strawberry rhubarb shrub and cucumber; In addition to the wealth of cocktails, the bar also specializes in quaffable punches: their famed Mother’s Ruin Punch, gin with fresh grapefruit, cinnamon tea-infused vermouth and sparkling wine; and the new Country Thyme Punch, muscadet with gin, lemon, Aperol and thyme syrup; and Brickhouse Punch, gold rum with ginger beer and lemon. Punches are available individually ($9 each) or to share ($45 each).
Oyster House also pours several signature oyster shooters, including: New Englander, horseradish vodka and tomato juice; Londoner, cucumber, lemon and dill; Serafin, Serrano pepper tequila with tarragon and pineapple; Chihuahua, hot pepper and cilantro vodka with tomato juice; and Bloody Shame, house bloody Caesar mix but no booze.
no kid hungry
On Tuesday, May 14, Chef Kevin Sbraga will host an exclusive six-course dinner to help end childhood hunger. Esteemed Philadelphia Chefs Nicholas Elmi, Walter Abrams, Shola Olunloyo, Jonathan Adams, and Dave Katz will join him in support of Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign.
Reservations are $150 per person and include beverage pairings. Guests of this philanthropic dinner will also have the opportunity to participate in an auction for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.
Dishes include:
First Course
Chef Nicholas Elmi of Rittenhouse Tavern
Triggerfish Crudo . Rhubarb . Kohlrabi
Second Course
Chef Walter Abrams
Grilled Mushrooms . Spring Legume Croquette . Green Garlic . Sprouts
Third Course
Chef Shola Olunloyo
Sea Urchin Lumaconi Pasta . Crab . Tomato . Olive . Dill Pollen
Fourth Course
Chef Jonathan Adams of Rival Bros Coffee
Roasted Halibut . Spiced Yogurt . Coffee Cardamom Soil . Pickled Beets . Edible Flowers
Fifth Course
Chef Dave Katz of Creekstone Farms
Dry Aged Creek Stone Beef . Spring Onions . Onion Soubise . Madeira Jus
Dessert
Chef Kevin Sbraga
Cherries Jubilee . Biscuit de Savoie . Sichuan Pepper Ice Cream . Cherry Blossoms
Since 2005, No Kid Hungry dinners have raised nearly $7 million to support the No
Kid Hungry campaign, which is ending childhood hunger in this nation by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need, every day. Today, one in five children in this country struggles with hunger. When kids get the food they need, they feel better, they learn more and they grow up stronger. The good news is that, together, we can make that happen.
The dinner will be held from 5-10PM, for $150 per person, including beverage pairing.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling, 215.735.1913.
Sbraga is located at 440 South Broad Street.
2013 Spring Festival Preview Party
Tickets are still on sale for the 2013 Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival Preview Party honoring Meryl Levitz, President and CEO of GPTMC.
On Monday, May 13th from 6-9PM at The Rittenhouse Hotel, get a sneak peek of the best of the 2013 Spring Festival with delectable cuisine and cocktails from: a.bar, a.kitchen, Alma de Cuba, Barclay Prime, Butcher and Singer, C19 cicheterria venezia, Capogiro, Continental Mid-town, The Corner Foodery, The Dandelion, D’Angelo’s Ristorante Italiano and Lounge, Devon, Di Bruno Bros., El Rey, Elixr, Franklin Mortgage and Investment Company, G Lounge, Lacroix, Le Bec-Fin, Le Castagne, Le Pain Quotidien, Marathon Grill, Metropolitan Bakery, Metropolitan Cafe, Parc, Ranstead Room, Ten Six Club, Termini Bros. Bakery, Rouge, Sbraga, Shake Shack, Square 1682, Village Whiskey, Whisper and Zama.
Featuring butlered hors d’oeuvres from Chef John Marinelli and the culinary team of the Banquets Department at The Rittenhouse Hotel.
Tunes will be spun by DJ Adrian Hardy and Norma Michaels Entertainment. The evening will also feature a silent auction with wonderful items and experiences from Ritt Row members and friends.
Proceeds benefit Rittenhouse Row, a non-profit organization devoted to promoting the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood.
The Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival will be held on Saturday, May 18, from noon to 5pm, rain or shine. Held on Walnut Street from Broad to 19th, the annual event showcases Philadelphia’s finest fashions, cusine and entertainment and attracts more than 50,000 people to enjoy the best of Rittenhouse Row.
awe shucks
On Saturday, April 6 beginning at 2 p.m., raw bar and restaurant Oyster House will host their fourth-annual Shucking Contest, featuring professional oyster shuckers from across Philadelphia competing for a $200 Grand Prize. An amateur shucking contest will follow the professionals, with guests hoping to earn a $100 Oyster House Gift Certificate. Admission to the shucking contest is $5 per person, and includes all the varieties of the shucked oysters. Oyster House’s bar will be open on a pay-as-you-go basis and bartender will also tap a special firkin of a local craft beer.
“Oyster shucking is an art, and those who do it well rightly take pride in their ability,” says proprietor and third-generation restaurateur Sam Mink, who ate his first oyster at age five. “Our shucking contest gets bigger and better every year; we are proud to host these talented professional and amateur shuckers, and we can’t wait to see who takes home the prize – and the bragging rights – this year!”
The professional shuckers, including competitors from Oyster House and others from renowned Philadelphia-area seafood houses, will be judged by Danya Henninger of Zagat Philadelphia, Marisa Magnatta of WMMR’s “Preston & Steve Show,” and Joey Sweeney of Philebrity on their speed and accuracy as they shuck their way through two dozen oysters, working in heats of three shuckers at a time. A one-second deduction will be made to each shucker’s overall time for each broken shell or ripped oyster. After a winner is crowned, amateur shuckers will face the same guidelines, working on one dozen oysters each for a chance to win a $100 Oyster House gift certificate. Onlookers can enjoy the fruits of the competitors’ labors; the oysters will be passed out to the crowd after each heat.
sidework series
Metropolitan Gallery 250: The Sidework Series
Background & Philosophy
Metropolitan Gallery 250 is a community arts space that seeks to provide exposure for emerging artists. Expanding upon the art community within Center City. The Gallery’s mission is to connect local art and local business.
Wendy Born, Co-Owner of Metropolitan Bakery along with Co-Owner and Head Baker James Barrett have been a part of the food community in Philadelphia for 25 years and have found that there is a lot of cross-over between the food scene and the art world in Philadelphia. They wanted to create a place where emerging artists could sell their work, and be supported by restaurants and other small businesses.
Their hope is that all customers, friends and colleagues of Metropolitan Bakery & Café will support and be inspired by these great young local artists.
In order to connect the food and art in Philadelphia, Metropolitan Gallery 250 opened in October of 2012.
Exhibit
Metropolitan Gallery 250 is opening its first of a series of exhibits entitled The Sidework Series, showing a range of art by emerging artists that work in the restaurant business. Artists are able to sell their artwork in Metropolitan Gallery and will receive 100% of the commission.
Space
Metropolitan Gallery 250 is an art space located in the heart of Center City across the street from The Philadelphia Art Alliance in Rittenhouse Square.
250 S. 18th Street, Unit 2
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Hours
Metropolitan Gallery 250 is open on Saturdays & Sundays from 12-5pm and by appointment during the week.
The Sidework Series, April 15 – May 26, 2013
Requirements
You must work in the restaurant business
All work will need to be ready-to-hang or have a clear hanging method
**Every artist must sign up for 5 HOURS OF GALLERY OVERSEEING- the hours can be broken up between two different shifts, 12-2:30pm OR 2:30-5pm on Saturdays/Sundays
Please Submit The Following to Bailey at metrogallery250@gmail.com
Up to 3 Jpeg images of up to 3 pieces of work (you’re welcome to submit only 1 or 2 pieces and use the remaining image(s) for details)
Image dimensions: no smaller than 500 and no larger than 2500 pixels in any direction, resolution no less than 72 dpi
For video and performance work, please e-mail Bailey to make arrangements
Image Files need to be in the following format:
First Initial – Last Name – Image # ~ For Example: M.Smith01
Image List should be in the following format:
A single Word document with the following:
Contact Info- name, restaurant name, job title
Artist statement (no more than 200 words)
And image list:
Image File Name – Title – Date – Dimensions – Medium
In addition to images, you may submit a link to your website
Important Dates
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27TH- LAST DAY TO SUBMIT FINISHED ARTWORK
MONDAY, APRIL 15TH- SHOW OPENING
FRIDAY, MAY 3RD- SIDEWORK SERIES FIRST FRIDAY EVENT
SUNDAY, MAY 26TH- SHOW CLOSES
more than just matzo
Bring Schlesinger’s home for the holidays and order their Passover Catering Menu by March 22nd. $18.95 per person, minimum of 5 people.
Click here for the entire menu.
sweet endings
Square 1682 celebrates their expanded dinner service to seven-nights-a-week, offering diners half-off bottles of wine or a complimentary chef’s featured dessert — from Chef de Cuisine Caitlin Mateo’s winter “Sweet Endings” menu — to share per couple every Sunday and Monday night throughout February.
Square 1682 previously offered dinner service Tuesday-Saturday nights, and a limited menu in the lounge on Sundays and Mondays. In addition to Mateo’s new winter menu featuring seasonal favorite “Main Courses,” such as Roasted Acorn Squash and Veal Osso Buco, as well as delicious “Small Plate” options such as Kale Caesar Salad, Winter Beef Ragu and a Scottish Egg, the team at Square 1682 celebrates their expanded service by offering guests something special.
For diners choosing the complimentary dessert option the Chef’s selection may include: Ginger Trifle—spiced ginger cake, caramelized apples, cranberries, and fresh whipped cream; Warm White Chocolate Bread Pudding with Valhrona chocolate sauce and s’mores gelato; Pumpkin Cheesecake with figs, cardamom gelato and house whipped cream.
“We’re really excited to extend our dinner service to seven nights a week. Previously we had a limited menu served in the lounge on Sundays and Mondays. Now, with our new fresh winter menu, we want to be able to offer our full menu every night,” Mateo says.
Square 1682’s extensive and world-spanning wine list is truly something to celebrate on its own, covering all wine-producing continents with a broad range of price points, vintages, and styles from which to select.
“We’re always striving to improve our attentiveness to our guests,” says Square 1682 General Manager Matthew Rafferty. “With that we thought added service was a natural. And giving our Sunday-Monday dinner guests an added incentive helps everyone celebrate our expanded service.”
Additionally, Mateo’s new and popular Express Lunch offerings ride on the heels of Square 1682’s initiative. In check with Square 1682’s exceptional service, Mateo’s $16.82 prix fixe—and all new $20.13—menus expedite lunch for guests and Center City lunch goers, served on a single, stylish wooden tray all at once.
tasting tours
The Philly Cooks event is right around the corner and they have added a new Rittenhouse Tour to the pre-event lineup.
5:15-7:45pm
Stop 1: Zama. Get rolling (sushi, that is) with Chef Zama at the sushi counter, sip on saketinis. Stop 2: Lacroix. What would fried chicken taste like from the expert chefs at Lacroix? Find out. The sommelier will present his favorite comfort food pairing -fried chicken and champagne. Stop 3. Il Pittore. Pasta aficionado Chris Painter will let you in on all his gnocchi making secrets, as you drink wine from Italy's Arneis region. www.phillymag.com/phillycooks for tickets! PHILLY COOKS Look for the following Rittenhouse Row restaurants at Philadelphia magazine's PHILLY COOKS: The Big Event on Thursday, February 28: Zama, Tinto, El Rey, RittenhousN Tavern & Sbraga. The event will take place at the Historic Strawbridge Building at 801 Market Street. 6:30-9:00 PM. Tickets are $85.
floral arrangements
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, why not plan a night with a special someone at Sbraga, for a culinary experience they won’t soon forget.
In celebration of lovebirds everywhere, Chef Kevin Sbraga will be offering a special “Sweethearts Menu” of supplements to the main dining room’s prix fix menu.
To make the night extra special, guests can also purchase a special floral arrangement for their dates. Flowers must be ordered when making your reservation, options include a dozen red roses arrangement with a vase for $50, or a dozen long stem rose arrangement with a box for $65.
romance under one roof…
We all have a “last minute Louie” in our lives. The ultimate procrastinator, a guy who waits until right before the deadline to get his shopping done. Luckily, The Bellevue has everything your love is looking for, all under one roof.
Nothing says, “I love you” quite like chocolate, especially Teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland, VOTED THE #1 CHOCOLATE IN THE WORLD by National Geographic. Satisfy your sweet tooth and sip complimentary champagne while picking up a beautiful heart shaped box for your valentine.
Everyone knows diamonds are a girls best friend – but, if you want that signature Tiffany blue box without breaking the bank, check out the Tiffany & Co. “Yours” bangles, pre-engraved with adorning phrases like “Love makes the world go ’round” and “Close to my heart” starting at $375.
It’s inevitable – You’re already 10 minutes late for your dinner reservation, and she texts: “But I have nothing to wear!” Alleviate the dress distress with the help of the city’s most sought after fashion experts at *Nicole Miller Philadelphia. *With an incredible selection of affordable designer sportswear, cocktail, evening, and more, she’ll think of you every time she pulls that special Nicole Miller piece out of her closet. But, that’s not all. Make a purchase of $150 or more on Valentine’s Day only and receive a free gift at VOLT Salon.
Who doesn’t love being pampered? The newest addition to the Bellevue property, VOLT, a full service, state of the art salon, is the perfect place to pick up a quick gift certificate and check out the new home of acclaimed stylists Francis and Joseph. Don’t forget to bring your Nicole Miller receipt for a special free gift!
Grab a quick heart healthy bite for lunch in the Food Court, take the edge off with a cocktail at Tavern on Broad, or receive TWO hot Chocolates for the price of one at Starbucks.
Your shopping is almost done.. But with a big meal ahead of you, you can’t neglect your workout! Head upstairs to The Sporting Club, and prepare to fall in love with the most incredible 93,000 sq ft. fitness club in Philadelphia. Hit the showers and head down to Ralph Lauren, where you’ll be suited up in style for your big night out.
Opt for a delicious Surf & Turf meal at The Palm, ora special four course pre-fixe dinner at Bliss Restaurant.
If you’d rather show off your own culinary skills, make it easy on yourself with the gourmet foods and professional quality cookware available at Williams-Sonoma. We promise not to tell!
Last but not least, create a Valentine’s Day precedent you may have to live up to again next year at XIX (Nineteen) Cafe and Restaurant at Hyatt at The Bellevue. Impress your valentine with a 3 Course Prix Fixe Dinner for $55 per person from Thursday, February 14 through Saturday, February 16 and the romantic ambience of XIX (Nineteen). To make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable, take advantage of the Romance Package and spend the night. The package includes overnight accommodation, champagne and chocolates, breakfast for two and a 2:00 pm check out. For reservations in XIX call 215-719-1919 and for our Romance Package go to www.phladelphia.bellevue.hyatt.com
hold the rice.
In an effort to promote a healthy lifestyle in the New Year, Zama will now feature a new health conscious “rice-less” sushi combination on their menu. The health conscious combination makes a great dinner for one or is great for sharing along with other healthy options such as the restaurant’s fresh Sashimi or miso soup.
The “rice-less” combination is as follows:
tuna wrapped in daikon, snapper wrapped in cucumber, salmon wrapped in lettuce, yellowtail wrapped in carrot, blue fin tartar with scallions sandwiched between watermelon radish and served with a quinoa chirashi tossed with shitake mushrooms and pickled ginger topped with tamago, and fresh water eel and shrimp with eel sauce.
Each combination comes with 2-pieces of 5 different kinds of vegetable wraps with a health conscious quinoa chirashi.
pure resolutions
Join THRIVE Pilates’ health and nutrition expert Melissa Green at Pure Fare on January 18th for a very special workshop at 7:45PM, Healthy Resolutions: Setting Intentions and Achieving Your Goals in 2013.
You will learn to:
Create realistic and positive goals
Understand your true desires and intentions
Make health and lifestyle changes to ensure you keep your resolutions this year.
BONUS: By attending this special event, you can get a FREE health consultation with Melissa and all food will be 25% off during the talk.
Click here to sign up.
the clover market winter market
Ardmore’s popular outdoor antique and handmade market, The Clover Market, will be heading indoors on Sunday January 27th when 55 vendors will be setting up for a one day show at the historic 23rd Street Armory in Philadelphia. The event will take place from 10 am-5 pm, with ticketed VIP early entry at 9 am.
The carefully selected group of vendors will offer antiques and architectural salvage, finely crafted handmade items, vintage clothing and jewelry, and original art and photography. Attendees will find talented handmade items and shop for affordable antiques in one venue
The Winter Market will also feature an assortment of Philly-based food trucks, hands on DIY workshops with some of Philly’s finest makers including Art in the Age (handcrafted spirits), chez-sucre-chez (modern cross stitch), Sullivan Owen Floral Design (Philly Mag’s Best of Florist) and more.
VIP tickets are $20 each and are being sold online prior to the event. Ticketholders will be allowed entry at 9 am before doors open to the public and will be treated to a swag bag full of vendor goodies (first 50 entrants), “spirited” coffee drinks from Art in the Age, and first dibs on all of the goods. General admission tickets are $5 at the door or can be purchased in advance in a special 2 for 1 deal (two tickets for $5).
At the event make sure to grab a Rittenhouse Row map with special offers and discounts from our members.
Click here for a complete vendor list, information and ticket links.
speed eaters
Square 1682’s Chef de Cuisine Caitlin Mateo launches her new lunch menu this week calling for delicious and healthful combinations delivered quickly and efficiently, as well as value packed—making an excellent option for Center City lunch goers with two exceptional prix fixe trays presented all at once — or available à la carte.
Mateo has totally revamped $16.82 prix fixe — and crafted an all-new $20.13— menu.
These three-course lunch options are served on a single, stylish wooden tray so meals are expedited and diners can prioritize, go at their own pace, or speed things up if they need to get back to the office or elsewhere.
As first course options on the $16.82 menu Mateo serves Market Seasonal Soup or
Square Baby Greens and a second course of Braised Pork or Short Rib Sandwich, Roasted Chicken Salad, or Omelet of the Day, made with fresh vegetables, meats and select cheeses. A delicious House-Baked Giant Cookie of the Day finishes off the tray.
Just in time for the New Year, the $20.13 menu boasts a first course choice of Market Seasonal Soup, Square Baby Greens, or Salmon Croquette. Second course options include Shrimp Caesar Salad, Spinach “Chopped” Salad, Brandywine River Texas Longhorn Burger, Housemade Black Bean Burger, Steak Quesadilla or Roasted Halibut Wrap. Mateo serves Panna Cotta and Fresh Fruit Salad for desert.
Square 1682's Chef de Cuisine Caitlin Mateo
“We know how busy our clientele is so we worked to present a menu that’s expedited rather quickly, but is also really healthful, delicious and complete. We want our patrons to leave completely satiated — and still on time that post-lunch meeting,” Mateo says. “Leisurely dining is still encouraged as well, of course, but we think more options are a good thing.”
All of the items listed are also available à la carte. Additional new fare also includes the return of Square 1682 wildly popular Bacon Wrapped Dates, Dipping Trio of hummus, baba ganoush, almond red pepper spread and toasted breads, as well as Crispy Calamari. Specials and additions will be added regularly.
concierge of the year
Congratulations to The Rittenhouse Hotel’s Frank Marandino, named Concierge of the Year by Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report.
detox delivery
You’ve asked and they are delivering. The Lithe Foods Detox Plan now has three options for Detox Plan pick-up/delivery: (1) Monday night in-studio pick-up, (2) Tuesday early am in-studio pick-up, and (3) Monday night at-home delivery.
Click here for more information.
burger bonus
500 Degrees hit 2,000 Facebook “LIKES” in 2012 and they want to give something back. Get 10% off your orders through January 5th when you mention their Facebook page.
super celebration
Be the preschool parent of the year and check out the KidsInCenterCity.com Saturday Playdate with Sprout: The Super Why Celebration from 11AM until 1PM on Saturday, January 12th at The Market & Shops at Comcast Center. The free, public kids event includes story reading, a screening of Sprout’s favorite Super Why episodes and a special meet and greet with Super Why and Princess Presto. Market Merchants will offer kid-friendly lunch specials, fun arts & crafts, an interactive gaming station from SONY and cupcake decorating from Termini Bros.
day party parade
The Kimmel Center rings in the New Year with a free indoor 2013 New Year’s Day Celebration on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parade-enthusiasts can warm up indoors while enjoying Philadelphia’s historical Mummers Parade on Broad Street. On the Kimmel Center Commonwealth Plaza Stage the New Year’s Day activities and entertainment continue with a series of family-friendly performances and activities.
Kimmel Center’s 2013 FREE New Year’s Day festivities include:
All Day: Resolution Wall: post this year’s resolutions for all to see
10:30am – 3:30pm: Balloon Artist and Face Painter
10:30am – 3:30pm: Greater Philadelphia Paper Pholders
11:00am – 12:30pm: I Love a Parade (PNC Grow Up Great Concert)
12:30pm – 1:30pm: The Deedle Deedle Dees
2:00pm – 3:00pm: Broadway Dreams Foundation: Celebrating Broadway!
3:00pm – 3:30pm: Tunes from Les Misérables
4pm – 5pm: Philadelphia Ukelele Orchestra
Festive Treats from Jose Garces and holida treat samples by the PECO Café.
New Year’s Day Celebration | 10am to 6 p.m.
As the Mummers strut down Broad Street, take a break from the cold and ring in the
New Year with the Kimmel Center. Enjoy free festive performances, make your mark on the annual Resolution Wall, and win ticket giveaways.
Click here for updated program information.
