Avenue News

October 10, 2007

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 08:17:58 -0400

Arts of the Avenue
Time: 6:30pm
Opening reception for Denise Mummert, "Waterlilies"

September 20, 2007

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 15:07:48 -0400

1540 Hardware slated to open November 1st at 1540 East Passyunk Avenue. Check back for more information.

September 20, 2007

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 15:07:20 -0400

East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District Welcomes Rita’s Water Ice
Rita’s Water Ice Grand Opening – 1356 East Passyunk Avenue on Saturday September 29 from noon to 8 pm. Grand Opening Celebration South Philly Block Party Style with music and games.
On October 10, Rita’s Water Ice will be hosting a food drive for Philabundance. Bring to the store a can good or non-perishable food item and get a free water ice.

September 12, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:57:21 -0400

Our own Ray’s Birthday Bar located on Passyunk & Federal will play host to the independent film Explicit III’s. Scene’s from the movie will be shooting on Monday September 24 from 7 am to 5 pm.

Wednesday, July 18

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:35 -0400

Farmers' Market Tour and Southern Italian Dinner with Nancy Harmon Jenkins
Call 215-271-2066 for more information.

Thursday, March 8

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:40 -0400

Art Opening at E’s Passyunk
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
Location: E’s Passyunk, 1500 East Passyunk Avenue (at Dickinson Street)
Rachel J. Cox presents “Sort-of” Recent Work at E’s Passyunk. Enjoy the art and grab a cup of coffee and muffin! Check out the flyer or call 215-755-2790 for details.

Friday, March 2

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:42 -0400

Jenn Z at Black N Brew
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Black N Brew, 1523 East Passyunk Avenue (at Cross Street)
Check out local singer/songwriter Jenn Z at Black N Brew! Influenced by Elton John and others, “her soulful, gutsy, yet angelic voice takes you on a spellbinding journey.” Click here or call 215-764-5582 for more information.

Friday, February 23

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:43 -0400

Spa and Wellness Consultation
Time: 5:30-8:00 PM
Location: Black N Brew, 1523 East Passyunk Avenue (at Cross Street)
Black N Brew invites you to learn the best ways to care for your skin with a skin care professional from Shanti Spa and Wellness Center. Also, pick up some free product samples! Call 215-764-5582 for more information.

February 17, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:45 -0400

Clementines Coming Soon
Michael Klein highlights the soon-to-open Clementine’s (1617 East Passyunk Avenue) in the Philadelphia Inquirer.

February 10, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:46 -0400

Robert Bender: Recent Works
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Ruth Daneman Salon (1728 East Passyunk Avenue at Pierce Street)
Join the gang at the Ruth Daneman Salon for Second Saturdays, their new bi-monthly art event. This month features Robert Bender, a Philadelphia artist who has lived and worked in Pennsport for 27 years, primarily drawn to painting

Ongoing

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:49 -0400

Amanda Miller: Forest Friends?
Location: E’s Passyunk Café (1500 East Passyunk Avenue at Dickinson Street)
Enjoy a unique selection of works on paper by Philadelphian Amanda Miller in the comfortable environment of E’s Passyunk Café. Be sure to check out the new food menu!

February 5, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:50 -0400

Valentine’s Sweepstakes Starts Soon!
Shop at your favorite East Passyunk Avenue merchants and enter a chance to win a free stay at the Atlantic City Hilton Casino Resort.

February 1, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:52 -0400

Broad and Passyunk Front Page
The South Philadelphia Review highlights the BID’s efforts to improve the intersection of Broad and Passyunk.

February 1, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:57 -0400

Row Home highlights Arts of the Avenue
Check out the latest edition of Philadelphia Row Home Magazine for a highlight on Arts of the Avenue and its creator, Jim Gallo.

January 17, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:55:59 -0400

Inquirer Gets Down at Ray’s Bar
Check out the Inquirer’s coverage of Ray’s Happy Birthday Bar and cool jazz in South Philly.

January 11, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:00 -0400

Review says “Long Live Passyunk”
Check out the South Philly Review’s thoughts on the booming 1500 block of East Passyunk Avenue and the soon-to-open Black and Brew!

January 20, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:02 -0400

Black and Brew Grand Opening
Time: TBA
Location: 1523 East Passyunk Avenue
The excitement continues! Check out the latest new breakfast, lunch, and coffee spot on East Passyunk Avenue and enjoy the works of local artists.

January 12, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:04 -0400

William "wild bill" Guarnere Book Signing
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: DeChristopher Bros. Memorials, 1647 East Passyunk Avenue
The HBO series Band of Brothers portrays Guarnere's World War II service in the 101st Airborne Division. Bring your copy of the book, DVD, or video to be signed. Call 215-389-3911 for more information.

January 2, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:06 -0400

East Passyunk Selected for InFill Philadelphia
The Community Design Collaborative has selected the intersection of South Broad Street and East Passyunk Avenue for an in-depth urban design study that will make recommendations for improving the intersection’s safety, appearance, and pedestrian-friendliness. The East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District applied for the intersection to be studied in this competitive program. Learn more on the Collaborative’s website.

January 6, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:08 -0400

E's Passyunk Grand Opening Celebration
Time: 12:00 Noon
Location: 1500 East Passyunk (at Dickinson)
Celebrate E's Passyunk, East Passyunk Avenue's newest star. Check out
dragon dancing and enjoy E's Passyunk's wide range of La Colombe coffee and
espresso drinks, extensive tea selection, and tasty soups, sandwiches, and
salads.

December 15, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:10 -0400

Crawls on Claus in Daily News!
Check out Joe Sixpack’s mention of the Pub on Passyunk East (1501 East Passyunk Avenue) and the Crawls with Claus in today’s Daily News!

December 1, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:12 -0400

Free Meter Parking!
Meter parking on East Passyunk Avenue will be free from 11:00 AM until Midnight on Saturdays, December 2-December 23. Sponsored by the Philadelphia Parking Authority, the Philadelphia Commercial Development Corporation, and the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District.

November 28, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:14 -0400

Roselena's (1623 East Passyunk Avenue) invites you to relax with coffee and enjoy their new café seating and wireless internet access. Call 215-755-9697 for more information.

November 16, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:20 -0400

CityPaper Honors Mike’s Bikes
Check out the CityPaper’s recognition of Mike’s Bikes, an East Passyunk Avenue landmark.

November 16, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:21 -0400

CityPaper Kudos for East Passyunk!
The CityPaper named East Passyunk Avenue the “Best Neighborhood to Buy Real Estate” in its 2006 CityPaper Choice Awards. Come check out the fun!

November 16, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:23 -0400

Rachel Says, "Stay South!"
Check out the Rachel's Guide listing for the Cantina!

November 13, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:25 -0400

Craig LaBan calls Cantina “100% delicioso.”
Read the details in the Philadelphia Inquirer.

October 27, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:27 -0400

Tre Scalini Relocating
Tre Scalini, a culinary landmark and anchor on East Passyunk Avenue, will relocate to 1915 East Passyunk Avenue in January, 2007. Check here for more information about the move and reopening.

October 20, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:29 -0400

Stu Bykofsky (link to his work: http://www.philly.com/mld/philly/news/columnists/stu_bykofsky/) , a columnist with the Philadelphia Daily News, will just the Spooky Saturday Pet Halloween Contest on Saturday, October 28. Click here for more information about Spooky Saturday.

October 19, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:31 -0400

CityPaper Highlights Piazza
East Passyunk Avenue, front and center. Check it out here.

October 15, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:33 -0400

Scooters Zipping Along
Philadelphia Scooters on Passyunk contributes to sustainable transportation trend. Read more here.

October 6, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:34 -0400

Fashion Show to Feature East Passyunk Boutiques
Jean Zinni and Mia Philadelphia will present their newest looks at a fashion show on October 19. Call 215-465-2913 for more information.

October 1, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:37 -0400

October 2, 2006
East Passyunk Crossing Civic Association General Meeting
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Saint Agnes Continuing Care Center Auditorium

September 27, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:38 -0400

Art Gallery Opens on the Avenue!
Arts on the Avenue (1616 East Passyunk Avenue), the Avenue’s first art gallery, will hold its grand opening tonight as part of Piazza on Passyunk.

September 15, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:40 -0400

Inquirer celebrates East Passyunk!
Check out great coverage of East Passyunk in today’s Inquirer at http://www.philly.com/mld/philly/15520978.htm. If the article, jogs your thinking, please post your comments on Phillyblog at http://www.phillyblog.com/philly/showthread.php?p=326685#post326685.

September 7, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:42 -0400

East Passyunk Avenue on TV!
Check out CBS’s Cold Case on October 15 on CBS 3 for shots of the neighborhood around East Passyunk Avenue. For more information about the show, check out http://www.cbs.com/primetime/cold_case/

September 6, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:44 -0400

The Avenue Goes Hollywood!
East Passyunk Avenue is Mark Wahlberg’s co-star in Invincible. Check out the film’s website or click here for a photo of the filming.

September 5, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:46 -0400

Marra’s Named Best Pizza in Philadelphia
Frommer’s has named Marra’s (1734 East Passyunk Avenue) as a best bet for dining in Philadelphia. Check out the article here.

August 23, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:48 -0400

Fountain Market featured in South Philadelphia Review!

Check out the latest news on the Fountain Farmers' Market, a joint project of the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District, Farm to City, and the Passyunk Square Civic Association. Check out the full here.

August 18, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:50 -0400

Filitalia National announces $uper 3000 Night!
Filitalia National (1834 East Passyunk Avenue) will host $uper 3000 Night on September 8 to raise funds for programs that promote Italian culture, values, and tradition.

August 17, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:52 -0400

P.O.P.E Featured by CityPaper
The Pub on Passyunk East (P.O.P.E.), 1501 East Passyunk Avenue, is one of the newest businesses on East Passyunk Avenue.

August 13, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:54 -0400

Doo-Wop Avenue Car Show brings 80 classic cars and 1,500 people to East Passyunk Avenue.

August 1, 2006

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:56:57 -0400

Paradiso named Best of Philly™ Italian Restaurant by Philadelphia Magazine.