Sometimes you need to get away and rekindle that loving feeling, but you just don't have the time or resources to travel too far. Recently, I spent a long weekend in Philadelphia, and I have to say it offers some pretty incredible opportunities to have fun and reconnect with the one who has your heart. Sure, Philly has plenty of awesome family-friendly attractions, but … [Read more...]
6 Things to Enjoy With Your Family in Philadelphia
Photos courtesy of Please Touch Museum® With summer flying by, why not make the most of the next few weeks by doing something fun and exciting with your family. If you think it’s time for a trip, you should really consider Philadelphia, PA. With endless opportunities for family fun, Philly is a great family-friendly destination. After recently visiting the city of … [Read more...]
VIDEO: 23 Philadelphia Schools Will Be Closing Their Doors
While four of Philadelphia’s public schools are safe from closure, it is hard not to focus on the “more than two dozen” schools that are not. As a result of the Philadelphia School Reform Commission’s recent vote as part of their efforts to save the school district “about $24 million a year” 23 schools are “slated” to close their doors to students. These schools are described … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Celebrate the 4th Philly Style!
We wrap up staycation month on BMWK with a free family getaway not too far away. Celebrate our nation's birthday in the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia. Welcome America's Celebration of Freedom continues now through July 4th with a family fun-filled birthday party on the parkway. The largest free concert in America, the Welcome America celebration will also feature an … [Read more...]