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Nutcracker in Philadelphia 2026: Dates, Tickets and Parking

Thirty-five performances, one historic theater and just a single show on Christmas Eve. Seeing The Nutcracker in Philadelphia takes more planning than most families expect. Pick the wrong date and you could pay weekend prices for seats you didn’t need, or buy resale tickets the venue can cancel without notice.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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A Walk Through the Barnes

“‘The guy was an eccentric, he was a crank,’ says Philadelphia Daily News columnist Stu Bykofsky. ‘Even his friends thought he was a misanthrope. He’s my kind of guy!’”. The crank in question is Philadelphia chemist, businessman, art collector, educator, and unconventional philanthropist, Albert C....

Philadelphia, PA · 18h

VISTA.Today

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New Glenmoore Cafe Maru Revives a Former Restaurant’s Favorites With Gluten-Free Twist

Nearly three years after Oori closed near Pottstown, its Korean-inspired menu has reincarnated in Glenmoore. Maru opened in late August at 2922 Conestoga Road in Ludwig’s Corner, Michael Klein reports for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The cafe brings back signature dishes from Oori, which Chester County restaurateur David Backhus ran...

Glenmoore, PA · 2d

BlackSportsOnline

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Black-owned Bookstore, Harriets Bookshop, Is Delivering Books Using Horses

Who needs delivery trucks when you have horses? While most bookstores are busy figuring out how to get books into customers’ hands, one Black-owned bookstore in Philadelphia has decided to bring back an old-school delivery method. And honestly, it might be the coolest thing happening in the book business right now. Harriett’s Bookshop, founded by Jeannine A. Cook in 2020, has found a unique way to deliver books to customers. Instead of relying entirely on cars, motorcycles, or delivery vans, the bookstore has teamed up with local horseback riders to occasionally bring books through the streets of Philadelphia. Yes, actual The post Black-owned Bookstore, Harriets Bookshop, Is Delivering Books Using Horses first appeared on BlackSportsOnline .

Philadelphia, PA · 13h

DELCO.Today

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Dunwoody Village Holiday Bazaar 2026: Shop Local in Newtown Square Now Just a Week Away

The Holiday Bazaar at Dunwoody Village, a beloved annual tradition, is only a week away. Stop by Dunwoody Village on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Find a gift with a story, pick up homemade treats, and get a head start on holiday shopping at the Holiday Bazaar.

Newtown Square, PA · 1d

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Golden Valley Farms Coffee Roasters Celebrates 40 Years in West Chester

Forty years after its founding in West Chester, Golden Valley Farms Coffee Roasters is still a family business, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. John Sacharok, who previously helped build Wawa’s coffee program, started the company in 1986. His sister, Maryann Baldassarre, now leads Golden Valley. Two...

West Chester, PA · 12h

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The Force is coming to Philadelphia! First look at new ‘Star Wars' exhibit

A galaxy far, far away is coming to Philadelphia, and we're getting our first look. The Franklin Institute has revealed some of the iconic artifacts heading to "Star Wars: The Experience," a world-premiere exhibition opening Feb. 13, 2027, just in time for the franchise's 50th anniversary year. Among the treasures...

Philadelphia, PA · 7h

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This Stunning Pennsylvania Art Museum Is Launching A Brand-New Holiday Celebration This November

A 3,000-pound replica of Michelangelo’s David is about to meet the public in a room usually reserved for artists. That alone made me sit up. The studio has been off-limits to casual visitors, and this holiday season it opens its doors. The timing gets better. A free outdoor lighting...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Pizza Plus West Is Back: Founders Reopen West Philly Pizzeria

Pizza Plus West is back in business, and the founders who sold it are the ones running it again after a failed ownership change shut the West Philadelphia shop for three months, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pizzeria reopened October 12 at 4814 Spruce St. under Daniel...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Two Mei Meis and an EMei Now Share a Philadelphia Block, Sparking Name Dispute

Three restaurants on a Philadelphia block have names that look similar in English. The new Mei Mei at 926 Arch St. faces Sichuan restaurant EMei across Arch Street; an Old City restaurant called Mei Mei has operated since 2020. The dispute has also raised a practical question: when can similar names lead customers to the wrong business?

Philadelphia, PA · 15h

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Ministry of Awe gets festive with a one-of-a-kind family experience

The Ministry of Awe is known for being inventive, but now, it’s getting extra festive for Philly families. Housed inside a transformed 19th-century bank, the space opened this past spring with creations from muralist Meg Saligman (MoA's founder) and over 100 artists, makers, spirits and shadows. The result is a six-story work of art that will “break into your brain and seize your senses.”

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Philly’s rats aren’t going anywhere, but a new strategy could keep them in check

💌 Love Philly? So do we. Let’s be friends. Sign up for the Billy Penn newsletter today. That’s the question posed on a West Philly flyer sporting a picture of a rat in a leather jacket smoking a cigarette and drinking a Pabst Blue Ribbon. “Every night,...

Philadelphia, PA · 6d

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On the Town Food Tours Stops in Haddonfield and Medford

South Jersey is home to a wide array of cuisines that are just waiting to be discovered. In these little suburban towns, it can be hard for the hole-in-the-wall spots to get some recognition. On the Town Food Tours, started and run by Audrey Wiggins, saw a chance to support and be an additional asset for them.

Medford, NJ · 1d

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Ya Gotta Try It: Pretzel Day Pretzels

Our Thomas Drayton and Alex Holley meet the James Mueller the owner of Pretzel Day Pretzels. It's a South Philly favorite which has savory and sweet pretzels. Ya Gotta Try It.

Philadelphia, PA · 3d

Fox News

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Historic vote nixes 150-year booze ban in once-dry New Jersey town

A New Jersey town has ended its 153-year alcohol ban with 60.4% of voters approving sales, yet residents of the area are divided over the BYOB culture.

Collingswood, NJ · 9h

DELCO.Today

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This 10,000-Square-Foot Haverford Home Takes Its Cues From Main Line Estates

Some homes take generations to develop their character. Others, like the Haverford residence of Mason Grey Interiors founder Maureen Block, are designed to feel as though they’ve been part of the neighborhood for decades. Block teamed up with architect David Campanella to create a 10,000-square-foot residence that captures the...

Haverford, PA · 2d

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Wanamaker Building’s Grand Court Approved for Restaurants and Shops

The Eagle at the heart of Philadelphia’s Wanamaker Building may soon have plenty of company after the city’s Zoning Board of Adjustment cleared the way for restaurants, cafés, and shops inside the Center City landmark, writes Andrew Rowan for NBC10 Philadelphia. The Grand Court has sat largely...

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

South Jersey Media

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A novel place to call home

BY DEBRA WALLACE When bestselling author Pam Jenoff decided it was time to put down local roots, she wanted to recreate the South Jersey community she remembered from her early years. Jenoff first came to Haddonfield in 2008, followed later by Cherry Hill in 2010, where she and her family remain rooted. Her local ties […]

Haddonfield, NJ · 1d

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We Ate Hoagies Across Pennsylvania And This Classic Italian Market In Philadelphia Completely Won Us Over

One hoagie here stacks hot capicola, pepperoni, Genoa salami, sharp provolone, marinated artichoke hearts, and homemade roasted peppers. It’s called the Main Event, and honestly, the name feels earned. The rolls come from local bakeries, Gino’s and Corropolese. Every sandwich gets built to order, so nothing sits around waiting...

Philadelphia, PA · 4d