In the middle of a great obligatory family tour, we have 3-4 days where we can go off and do something fun somewhere in America. Somewhere not too far away from Philadelphia would be good. We were thinking NYC, but is there anyway to do this on a SERIOUS budget? And if not, where else should we go? Criteria within.
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posted by By The Grace of God
on Jun 7, 2009 -
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Baby-product-that-surely-exists filter: A couple friends have just had babies, and a couple more friends are about to do the same thing. I live in Philadelphia; they live all over the country. Therefore, I'm trying to find a onesie or something similar with "LOVE " on the front, a la the
Robert Indiana sculpture in Love Park (I know there are many other LOVE sculptures, but I still feel like it says Philly and I know it says love, which has got to be good). My Google-fu is sucking today - help!
posted by killerinsideme
on Jun 5, 2009 -
14 answers
Need a briefer on all things temping, how to get a temp job when your office experience is minimal (but not your knowledge), and recommendations for staffing agencies in the Moorestown/Collingswood/Philly NJ suburbs area.
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posted by schroedinger
on Jun 3, 2009 -
10 answers
Philly filter: Is my gas bill too high and/or is my landlord shady? We get charged a ton for "indirect" charges by a non-PGW company and must write our checks payable to the landlord, not the utility. I also pay the same amount every month, and am
not enrolled in some budget plan that makes the amount due the same each month. Several residents (me included) think this is some sort of way for the landlord to rip us off.
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posted by midatlanticwanderer
on May 23, 2009 -
7 answers
My wife and baby daughter will be going to Philadelphia in two weeks. We need to go to the Children's Hospital. Where do you recommend we stay, and what types of things should we do. I know nothing about Philadelphia, so I have no idea if it is walking and stroller friendly. We would just like to do some shopping, eating, sightseeing etc. We will be carting around a 7 month old girl. Help us have a good time in the city of brotherly love.
posted by jasondigitized
on May 22, 2009 -
20 answers
Memorial Day Traffic Filter: Are there any resources out there (either online or widely available for purchase in stores) that provide tips on getting around by car while avoiding horrible traffic (particularly along the New York-Philadelphia-Baltimore-DC corridor)?
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posted by Deathalicious
on May 18, 2009 -
8 answers
Where should I move to in the Philadelphia/South NJ/Moorestown area based on these requirements? I have read other questions and still need help.
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posted by schroedinger
on May 18, 2009 -
6 answers
I'm going to be moving to Philadelphia soon and I'll be living near 2400 Chestnut St. Can anyone recommend good grocery stores to shop at?
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posted by Aanidaani
on May 8, 2009 -
21 answers
Can you recommend a professional moving company that can get my stuff from NYC to Philadelphia in one day? Or barring that, two days?
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posted by millipede
on May 2, 2009 -
9 answers
How do I get rid of really bad neighbors? Are there any legal issues with giving out their landlord's cell phone number? Are there any Philadelphia-specific ways to get them to move?
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posted by Brachiosaurus
on Apr 28, 2009 -
38 answers
I need to get from Philly area to Newark Airport. I can drive, but airport parking is expensive. I will be gone for 9 days. Is there a better way?
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posted by whataboutben
on Apr 19, 2009 -
13 answers
I am searching for references and especially pictures of two pieces of modern art. Both were displayed at the same time at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the late 1980s.
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posted by mshellenberger
on Apr 3, 2009 -
7 answers
If we wanted to start a pub crawl in philly right about now, where would you recommend we go?
Starting us anywhere the R6 lets off would be swell.
Cheap beer = awesome.
posted by hummercash
on Mar 23, 2009 -
6 answers
Many years ago, late one night in Philadelphia, I heard a cover of the Maple Leaf Rag that stunned me. I never found the artist, nor have I ever heard it again. I'm hoping the hivemind can help. It started out the traditional piano version, and then there was a pause... and it turned into a guitar rock version. I heard it on WMMR at about 1:30 AM in the late 1980s. HAs anyone ever heard of anything like it, and if so, who was the artist?
posted by mephron
on Mar 11, 2009 -
5 answers
What are the best summer residential art programs in Philly for high school students? I'm looking into programs for my favorite 14-year-old (I'm a sort of aunt to her) for next summer.
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posted by desuetude
on Mar 11, 2009 -
6 answers
I don't have a car. Help me get from Philadelphia to Cleveland, and back, this August on the cheap.
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posted by SansPoint
on Mar 10, 2009 -
8 answers
What is the real name and historical background of "the Heritage Club” in the movie "Trading Places”? I was an undergraduate in the city of Philadelphia in the early 1970s, and completely missed this until I saw the movie.
posted by Daddysugar
on Mar 6, 2009 -
3 answers
I’ve been tasked with taking a friend shopping for a dress for an upcoming formal event. We live in Philly and would like to buy locally - details inside.
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posted by 8dot3
on Mar 5, 2009 -
9 answers
Where can I find the community wellness center in Philadelphia that offers affordable massages?
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posted by harnharn
on Mar 4, 2009 -
3 answers
In Jonathan Demme's Philadelphia, what is the aria that Tom Hanks is lip syncing in front of Denzel? He is also narrating what the aria is about.
From the
soundtrack information. It must be one of the following...
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posted by shortbooks
on Feb 23, 2009 -
4 answers
Throwing a party, where can I get a foam machine?
Hosting a party on Friday in the Philadelphia area. Cant seem to find a place to get a foam machine (either online or brick and mortar). Any recommendations/suggestions?
posted by Blandanomics
on Feb 18, 2009 -
2 answers
I'm a junior in college looking for clinical psychology experience in the Philadelphia area for this summer, especially in and around the Main Line. Where should I inquire?
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posted by DeucesHigh
on Feb 10, 2009 -
3 answers
PhillyFilter: Looking for a Pittsburgh-themed bar in Philly to watch the SuperBowl, and Steelers regular season games in the future.
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posted by nayten
on Jan 29, 2009 -
4 answers
Philly Restaurant Filter: I need your advice in picking one for an outing this weekend! Creativity is welcome!
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posted by galimatias
on Jan 15, 2009 -
17 answers
I'm thinking of signing up with a new ISP that doesn't cost as much as Comcast, but the choices are overwhelming. Help!
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posted by chihiro
on Jan 5, 2009 -
11 answers
Anyone else in the Philadelphia area seeing this? There are some strange, vertical clouds in the area that look a lot like aurorae (it's well into darkness here), but they aren't moving. They look like they might be high-altitude noctilucent clouds, but I think it's the wrong time of year for those. What are they? I've never seen anything like them.
posted by drinkcoffee
on Nov 19, 2008 -
11 answers
What will a cab cost from Philadelphia's airport to Berwyn, PA?
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posted by Mid
on Nov 12, 2008 -
15 answers
Philly Philter: I am looking for a pre-dinner activity for a very low key bachelorette party.
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posted by als129
on Oct 31, 2008 -
5 answers
I got bumped from a US Air flight (involuntarily) after the gate agent made an error and let *all* the bump volunteers board. How can I get US Air to go above and beyond their default offer?
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posted by zippy
on Oct 19, 2008 -
13 answers
Flying into Philly next Tuesday around 530pm, then driving up to Bethlehem. I'd love to stop in Philly and grab a killer cheesesteak- but I'll have my family with me so I'd probably only be able to do this if its somewhat near the airport or on the way toward Allentown/Bethlehem/Easton.
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posted by Chuck Cheeze
on Sep 18, 2008 -
20 answers
MeFi Foodies: Can you recommend good (cheap-ish) eats in or around Philly's Convention Center and Art Museum areas?
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posted by missuswayne
on Aug 31, 2008 -
11 answers
Conshohocken, PA had a massive fire today at the Riverwalk Millenium Apartment/Condos. Luckily, from what we've seen there were no serious injuries, but the buildings look like they are a complete loss.
Friends were supposed to move in to one of the new apartments next week, and are now trying to find a similar living situation to get into by September. One will be working in Philly, the other in Bryn Mawr, they don't really know the area that well, and can't get back to PA until next week. They sort of fell into this lease because of a lucky coincidence, and need some help figuring out where else to look that would be similarly convenient, new and clean. $1500 per month would be the maximum they could afford for a one bedroom. Thanks for any help
posted by mmf
on Aug 13, 2008 -
12 answers
philly-philter: The
Perseids Meteor Shower is coming! Where should I drive to outside of the city to get a good view?
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posted by nayten
on Aug 10, 2008 -
9 answers
ROAD TRIP!!!!! Philadelphia to Atlanta and back in about 10 days for a couple in their thirties with no kids.
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posted by killerinsideme
on Aug 9, 2008 -
18 answers
