Copyright 2009 http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/around-town/top-stories en-us Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:08:20 -0500 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:08:20 -0500 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/around-town/events/Concerts-to-keep-you-warm-69276122.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City on Nov. 6 at 8 p.m.]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/120*90/06_daughtry.jpg
It's November, there's a chill in the air and winter is right around the corner. So what do you do when hanging outdoors is not an option? Head to a concert! Check who's coming to Philly to rock you through those long winter months.

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Hope Cuts raises money for cancer and HIV research and this weekend, you can help the cause. All you have to do is get your hair cut -- at a discounted price -- by any of the area's participating...

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Give that butt a rest in some very special chairs – from the Spectrum. The seats go on sale on Monday.

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Rejection is the biggest downside to dating, so how do you get back in the game after being rejected?

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Center City cheesesteak makers Jake's Cheesteak invited Aditi Roy to be a judge in their "Name Your Steak" competition. Steak lovers were invited to send in their own recipes -- five of whom were...

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See two concerts or test your luck at the Field House.

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Apples, apples and more apples -- plus a little entertainment -- for two straight days.

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These stars showed up at different events (or sometimes the same) sporting the same duds as other celebrities. Check out where and when, and decide who you think wore it better!

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The Snuggie was first advertised as a blanket with arms so you could control the remote when you are lounging on the couch, but now it's become all the rage and has an even better use -- wearing it out to the...

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Nov. 9 marks the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Check out what remains at Ripley's in Atlantic City

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Today Justin Timberlake's a stylish star, but he can't outrun his boy band roots forever.

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Pick apples, meet an Eagle and great concerts this weekend.

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Be sure to check out the hair product as Access Hollywood's Maria Menounos gets an all-access look at Phillies slugger Chase Utley's and his wife Jen's swank digs and a VIP look at World Series Game...

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Head to a singles party, comedy show or indie concert.

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If you are sick of not being able to enjoy a sit-down lunch during your long days in the office, head to Varga Bar for a 30-minute "Speed Lunch."

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Who knew we had bragging rights on airborne gourds?

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Apple is set to announce it's first Philly store.

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From Nov. 3 to Nov. 8 you can experience the wonderful music of Abba at the Academy of Music.

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Dog tags (courtesy LAGOS) for your Broad Street Bully.

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Are you tired of mocking hipsters yet? How about poseurs?

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See a concert, a comedy show or network with business execs.

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The series with Danny DeVito made a good location call.

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Filmmaker Kevin Smith, whose work includes cult classics like "Clerks" and "Mallrats," is coming to the Merriam Theater to talk about, well, whatever comes up. Tickets are on sale now.

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Heidi Klum’s annual Halloween party has become a staple in the celebrity party circuit. Klum sets the tone with her own elaborate costumes, and most guests follow suit.

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Do a spelling bee or see some comedy.

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Move over Movie Monday, Slainte Pub is entertaining with a movie AND board games.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/around-town/shopping/Etsy-Finds-Philly-Women-Sarah-Lockard-67372402.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:19:22 -0500 "love for anything vintage." Her online store, High Street Market, sells unique finds from flea markets, estate sales, auctions and antique shops. We like the eclectic and very useful electric K aqua fan, her set of vintage Atlas canning jars and pink depression glass plates.]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/120*80/krobson_hsm.jpg
Meet the women whose creative finds and handcrafted wares make the hot list on the online mecca for true artisans.

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Hey, New York, you can get away with calling Jon Gosselin a Top 10 jerk, but fugghedabout the restaurant owner.

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Sometimes famous people's masks can be the most fun (or scariest) Halloween costumes of all! Check out some of these famous faces that you will likely see on the streets this Halloween..

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Get some great last-minute costume ideas that fans stricken with Phillies fever can toss together.

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A look at the most insane, kick-ass tech-inspired constumes ever.

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Art, music and film are featured after happy hour tonight.

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Phillies pitcher Pedro Martinez missed a few pitches on Thursday night but the biggest miss was probably his post-game wardrobe choice.

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Celebrate two games and lots of Halloween fun.

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Forget holiday sweaters: The holiday offerings from Kate Moss for Topshop give a glimpse into how the supermodel would likely dress for the office holiday party -- namely, covered in sequins and wearing...

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Somewhat surprisingly, Ivanka Trump's couture Vera Wang bridal gown sparked a lot of buzz last weekend for its prim lace bodice that covered her arms and neck with just a wisp of impeccable lace.

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The whole point of trick-or-treating is to get treats that you normally would not eat at home. So if you don’t want to be labeled as ”the house that hands out crappy candy” better lay-off these...

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/World-Series-eCard-Fun-67036587.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:33:16 -0500 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/120*90/Phillies+ECard.jpg
There is now the perfect eCard to send to any Phillies fan in your life.

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They may be some of the most beautiful and successful women in the world, but at home, they're just "mom."

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It's a fiesta of Latin music and arts for the Philadelphia Art Museum's Halloween Celebration.

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How do you break things off with someone when your significant other has done anything wrong?

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Head to pre-Halloween parties at the Horse, House or bar.

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See two shows and have a dinner date.

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