The premier of "The Pacific", a new HBO Mini Series about WWII Marines, was held at the National Constitution Center March 9th. Actors James Badge Dale, who plays Robert Leckie and Joe Mazello, who plays Eugene Sledge were there to walk the Red Carpet and meet World War II Veterans and talk to the local press.
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Every winter, many brave souls trudge towards the Poconos to participate in 93.3 WMMR Preston and Steve's cardboard classic. The rules of the cardboard classic are simple. Make a sled out of cardboard and duct tape. Any design goes. The sledders then race each other in groups of four down the slopes. The designs ranged from sleds that were a few feet long to a rendition of the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man from Ghostbusters. The 5th annual cardboard classic at Jack Frost ski slopes in the Poconos was quite the spectacle. Photos by Dennis Bakay.
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Over 1,200 guests attended the 11th annual Red Ball, a "red tie gala", hosted by the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania (SEPA) Chapter on Saturday, March 6th at the Please Touch Museum. Among the attendees were local and national celebrities, including Tony Danza and Kevin Navayne. Guests danced the night away, enjoyed museum exhibits, and sampled culinary delights prepared by Philadelphia’s hottest chefs and voted on their favorite restaurant; won by Philadelphia OIC. And, most importantly, those in attendance learned about the mission of the Red Cross and its volunteers. To learn more visit: www.redcross.org , www.theredball.org
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Every February, The Philadelphia Horticultural Society holds the longest running indoor flower show in America, The Philadelphia International Flower Show. 2010's theme is "Passport to the World" and is being held at the Philadelphia Convention Center. The dates for this year's show are February 28th thru March 7th. For more information please visit: http://www.theflowershow.com/home/index.html
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Philadelphia and much of the East Coast USA has been bombarded with 3 record breaking storms in one winter. And the season isn't over yet! These photos are from the latest blizzard on Wednesday February 10th, 2010.
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For the 2nd time, Jenna Communications held "Laid Off and Looking for Love-Philly Part II" at Public House just in time for Valentine's Day. This event helps singles and those looking for work to network. JobFest Philly was there accepting resumes and Celebrity Emcees including WMMR's Marisa Magnatta & Miss New Jersey 2010 Chenoa Greene, auctioned off dozens of dates with local singles including some local celebrities. Some of the proceeds went to Haiti relief. To learn more about Jenna Communications, please visit www.jennacommunications.com
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Philadelphia's "Underground Museum" lies in the East Falls section of town. It's a National Historic Landmark and has, on site, archival collections dating back to its founding year, 1836. On a beautiful sunny day, or even on a rainy day, the 78 acres are wonderful to explore. Admission is always free. So, take the time to walk among these grounds and take in beautiful sculpture and architecture. www.thelaurelhillcemetery.org
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The Philadelphia Sports Writers Association’s 106th annual Awards Dinner was held February 1st at Crown Plaza Hotel in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.
Photos by Joe Vallee Sr.
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On a beautiful day, why not take a walk, bike ride or run over the Benjamin Franklin Bridge? The south side walkway is open from dawn till dusk and is much used by people who want a bit of a different view of and to take in the scenery from Philadelphia's most iconic bridge.
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The East Falls neighborhood is about as convenient as you can get. It's bordered by Kelly Drive, Ridge Ave is it's main thoroughfare, it has easy access to Route 1 and I-76 and East Falls is about 10 minutes from Center City via the R6 Line. Originally home to the Lenni Lenape Indians and later home to Grace Kelly, it's now an affordable place to live and brings in visitors with its lively restaurants and its support of the arts.
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