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Schuylkill Banks 2012 Movie Nights

July 24, 2012 by

Movie Nights on the Schuylkill Banks

Bring a blanket, gather your friends and pack a picnic for the ultimate summer evening. Early birds get free snacks, beverages and a raffle ticket to win some fantastic prizes from Philadelphia Runner. Movies begin at dusk, between 7:45 and 8:30 p.m., with snacks provided by Dranoff Properties’ Locust on the Park and Left Bank.

Here’s the schedule:

• July 26: O Brother, Where Art Thou?
• August 9: The Incredibles
• August 23: Moneyball

When: Every other Thursday at dusk from June 14-August 23
Where: By the Walnut Street Bridge
Cost: Free
More info: www.schuylkillbanks.org

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Franklin Square’s 6th Birthday Celebration

July 24, 2012 by

On Tuesday, July 31, Franklin Square turns 6.

Historic Philadelphia is throwing a party to celebrate the special day. From noon-3 p.m., join Franklin Square for a free afternoon of fun activities for the whole family.

Enjoy a slice of birthday cake or make your own birthday hat. Ben Franklin will also be at the party for a sing-a-long celebration.

Bonus: If you wish Franklin Square a happy birthday on their Facebook or Twitter (using the handle @franklinsqr), you get a free ride on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel. Just show your post via phone or print-out at the ticket window.

Franklin Square’s 6th Birthday Celebration
When: Tuesday, July 31, noon-3 p.m.
Where: Franklin Square, 6th and Race Streets
Cost: Free
More info: www.historicphiladelphia.org 

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Time Management Tips for Students

July 24, 2012 by
Are you a busy student who sometimes finds yourself overwhelmed with your daily to-do list? When you’re in school, it can be hard to balance your academic obligations with the other aspects of you life. Here are some tips to help you manage your time better so that you can finish your work in a timely manner without getting too stressed:
 
Plan Ahead
Make a schedule of your upcoming assignments and obligations and figure out when you will fit each aspect into your life, as well as planning roughly how long you will need to devote to each task – this way, you’ll avoid unnecessary down-to-the-wire freak-outs because your obligations won’t sneak up on you. Also, if you make an efficient schedule of your upcoming obligations, you can break larger tasks (such as big papers and projects) into smaller increments and work on them steadily over time. 
 
Prioritize
It’s important to maintain a sense of the bigger picture when you’re a busy student. If you maintain a mindset that every small detail of your school life has to be managed with perfect precision and equal effort, you will likely cause yourself a great deal of unnecessary stress. So as your obligations for each semester arise (both within school and outside of it), make sure you prioritize those that will yield the biggest impact on your academic and personal life. Invest the most effort in the assignments and activities that are really going to define your student years and shape your degree of overall academic success, and don’t sweat too much over the smaller issues that arise along the way. 
 
Avoid Becoming Overwhelmed
When you’re a busy student, it’s just as important to schedule breaks and relaxation as it is to pencil in study time. Make sure you take short breathers during long study and schoolwork sessions so that you can fully process all of the material you’ve learned and rejuvenate your mind so that you’re ability to continually absorb new material. Another key to avoiding becoming overwhelmed as a student is to know when to say “no” – your time is precious, and sometimes you need to preserve it by turning down invitations from friends, or help-requests from classmates who are struggling with the assignments, or any other people who might infringe on your time (no matter how well-meaning). That said, make sure you don’t say “no” too often when it comes to social activities – getting out there and having fun is a key part of the school experience, so it’s important to balance work with play as much as possible.
 
Effective Study Techniques
When it comes to managing the time demands of your academic load, you can ensure success by practicing efficient study techniques. Here are some of the best techniques out there: make sure you have an appropriate, clean, comfortable, noise-free study environment, make notes while studying so that you don’t lose track of key points, tackle the most difficult schoolwork first, and read the syllabus for each class as soon as you get it so that you can make note of all the significant upcoming due dates. 
 
Control Distractions
There are many distracting aspects of life as a student, especially in this age of media and technology. So make sure that you allow yourself to effectively focus on your academic load by eschewing gadgets like your cell phone and iPod while you’re working. In addition, the online world is full of distractions – but, of course, you probably can’t avoid your computer because of the crucial role the internet plays in today’s academic world. So just make sure that, while you’re on you computer, you fight off distractions like checking your email, engaging in online chats, and visiting Facebook.
 
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The Global Fusion Festival

July 17, 2012 by

The Global Fusion Festival at Penn’s Landing: Saturday, July 21

This year, the Global Fusion Festival will take place from noon-8 p.m. at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing. True to this year’s theme, Rhapsody, the festival combines Caribbean, Hispanic, African, African-American and Asian cultural performers, vendors and cuisine for visitors and residents to experience.

The highlight of the festival is the annual concert. This year’s impressive headliners include: Grammy award-winning R&B singer and actress Brandy, singer/songwriter Elle Varner, Luke James, Kenny Lattimore, Cody Kamhar, R.K.M. & Ken-Y and Kendrick Lamar.

Bonus: Festival entry and the concert are totally free! 

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Modo Mio: A Gustatory Ride

July 17, 2012 by

Great Italian food isn’t hard to find in Philadelphia – the City of Brotherly Love has long embraced the cuisine, and locals argue ferociously about the best in town. One serious contender would have to be Modo Mio. Step in the door and you’ll be transported to a family dining room in Sicily. Modo Mio's dining room is small and homey and you won’t be able to avoid overhearing the conversations at adjoining tables. It’s a testament to the stellar quality of the food that you won’t mind – this place gets it all right. The menu is extensive and easy to browse, with a number of standout entrees garnering raves from diners. The bucatini Amatrician with pancetta in a spicy tomato sauce is excellent, the veal Parmigiano elevates the Italian standard to a new level, and the veal ravioli in sage butter melts in your mouth. Modo Mio is a real find that any eater would be pleased to check out.

Modo Mio
161 West Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 203-8707
www.modomiorestaurant.com/home

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Stop By the Axis Pizza Cafe & Salad Bar!

July 15, 2012 by

Don't forget to stop by the Axis Pizza Cafe & Salad Bar, conveniently open from 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily.

For a full menu and to order online, visit their website at: http://www.axispizza.com/

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Enter the Sweepstakes to Win an iPad!

July 13, 2012 by

To enter the Sweepstakes, first like our Facebook page and then click on the Sweepstakes tab to enter. Sweepstakes ends August 31, 2012.

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University City Dining Days!!!

July 11, 2012 by

Take time out this week for a classy 3 course meal for more than half the price. University City has some of the most diverse dining options in Philadelphia.

University City Dining Days is a two-week dinner promotion, featuring 3-course prix fixe menus from 34 participating restaurants for either $15, $25 or $30 per person.

Click here for more information!

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P.M. at Penn Museum Summer Nights: Art & Music, Beginning July 11th

July 10, 2012 by

Every Wednesday night throughout the summer, the Penn Museum becomes one of the city’s most-loved live music venues. The P.M at Penn Museum concert series brings a huge variety of musical acts to the Stoner Courtyard, and even better, admission to the concert also lets you in to the museum. The concerts draw a very diverse crowd to the Museum, from young hipsters sampling world music to families with kids. It’s a great, friendly experience that really shows how strong the bonds of community are in the City of Brotherly Love. If you get peckish, you can get a drink or some food from the Pepper Mill Café. Concerts move inside in the event of rain, but usually attendees get pretty lucky. This year’s slate of bands includes zydeco, Turkish folk, klezmer, world fusion, and even some troupes that defy definition. No matter when you go, you’re sure to have a good time.

Click here to learn more about the P.M. at Penn Museum concert series.

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Happy 4th of July!

July 4, 2012 by

Wishing you an Independence Day filled with pride in our country and hoping you enjoy the 4th of July with family and friends.

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