Franklin Square Fountain is Back
The 180 year old fountain in Franklin Square has been restored and reopened, now with a light and music show. … Continue reading Franklin Square Fountain is Back
Tag: Parks
New Park in Northern Liberties
The courtyard in the Northern Liberties Piazza apartment complex was meant to be a vibrant community hangout and event venue, … Continue reading New Park in Northern Liberties
Cherry Blossom Time
The cherry blossoms in Philly are starting to fall. Here is a collection of pics from Rittenhouse Square and Old … Continue reading Cherry Blossom Time
It’s Magnolia Season
Every spring since 1959, while the rest of the city is shaking off winter and trees are still bare, one … Continue reading It’s Magnolia Season
Winterfest in Old City
The Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest is open through March 3 on the Delaware River for its 25th season. Skates are … Continue reading Winterfest in Old City
Fall in Independence Square
Independence Square is one of the best spots in downtown Philly for fall foliage. Or a fall selfie. Check out … Continue reading Fall in Independence Square
New Life for an Old Pier
The decades abandoned pier next to Race Street Pier on the Delaware River waterfront just reopened under the name Cherry … Continue reading New Life for an Old Pier
It’s Still Summer
Labor Day is over, but summer isn’t. Check out these posts if you’re looking for outdoor activities. https://thatphillylife.blog/2018/08/30/lost-in-fairmount-park/ https://thatphillylife.blog/2018/08/25/phillys-boardwalk/ https://thatphillylife.blog/2018/07/07/the-better-river/ … Continue reading It’s Still Summer
Lost in Fairmount Park
Sometimes I set off on a blog adventure and don’t get what I expected. This is one of those times. … Continue reading Lost in Fairmount Park
Philly’s Little Streets (and a movie location): St. Alban’s Place
If you’ve seen The Sixth Sense, you’ve seen this street. The boy who saw dead people lived here. This block … Continue reading Philly’s Little Streets (and a movie location): St. Alban’s Place
That Philly Life: Urban Exploring in Philadelphia 