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Glencairn Museum
- Bryn Athyn
Medieval-style castle houses religious art dating back to ancient Egypt, as well as creations from as recent as the 20th century
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
- Washington Square West
Colorful tiles stretch across 3,000 sq. ft. work of mosaicked art that includes indoor and outdoor spaces with whimsical accents
Jungle Wonder
- Limerick
Families play rounds of mini golf on a jungle-themed course glowing under black lights as kids cavort on a playground covered in foliage
Maple Crest Golf Course
- Monroeville
Players loop twice around 2,500-yard, 9-hole course that rewards deft ball control with wide-open fairways & spacious greens
Sweat Fitness and Frames
- East Falls
Target pins inside an intimate bowling alley that features 10 lanes and a BYOB policy
Hop On Over Bead Shop
- Knauers
With guidance from an instructor, students fashion two pairs of beaded earrings using the provided class materials; $10 worth of beads
Cardinal Hollow Winery
- North Wales
During a two-hour class, students explore the grounds and history of wine before sampling a selection of the winery's 25 varietals
Philadelphia Rock Gyms
- Multiple Locations
First-time climbers learn basic techniques and rope-safety procedures then practice on more than 3,000 sq. ft. of climbing surfaces
National Watch & Clock Museum
- Columbia
The continent’s largest collection of timepieces includes the massive Engle Clock, hands-on exhibits, and George Washington’s pocket watch
Pocono Segway Tours
- Kidder
Groups guide segways along 3- and 7-mile tours through scenic Pocono Mountain landscapes
North Park Batting Range & Miniature Golf
- Multiple Locations
Batters return automatic pitches into open field & putters practice short game on par 40 putting course
The Grid Code
- East Allentown
Nerf blasters let loose foam ammo for competitive play; airsoft replica firearms use plastic pellets for games and target shooting
Kendo Academy Sungmoo
- Multiple Locations
Instructors drill students in martial arts during cardio-heavy kendo classes and sword-wielding lessons at Grand Master Seong’s academy
South Street Magic
- Center City East
Magic shop and theater presents local illusionists and mentalists for child-friendly and adult-oriented performances multiple times a week
Blue Mountain Vineyards & Cellars
- Lynn
Tour a local winery and sample five varietals of its wines paired with Di Bruno Bros. cheeses
Center Ice Arena
- Salem
Three NHL regulation-size arenas host beginner skating lessons as well as daily public skates
ToonSeum
- Downtown
Museum dedicated to art of cartooning brims with rotating exhibits and workshops for all ages
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours
- Center City East
Continuously running double-decker buses allow tourists to hop on and off at sites such as the Franklin Institute and Penn’s Landing
Monster Mini Golf Feasterville
- Feasterville
Balls ricochet around 18 black-lit indoor holes decorated with eerie, luminous murals, large monsters, animated props, and music
Robert Morris University Island Sports Center
- Neville Island
Putt-putt posses roll spheres across an 18-hole mini-golf course packed with waterfalls, streams, and slopes on shores of Ohio River
Balance Health Center
- Center City West
Facials designed to restore elasticity, even skin tone, or brighten skin; teen facial helps teens develop at-home skincare regimen
Waterford Room in the Valley Forge Casino
- Valley Forge Casino Resort
Veteran standup comics well-known from TV, film, and podcasts; admission includes access to casino floor
Taste Philadelphia
- Multiple Locations
Sand Castle Winery's vintages are paired with cheese and light fare during 90-minute classes that also teach etiquette and hosting tips
Lakevue Athletic Club
- Middlesex
Counselors enthrall campers with tennis, flag football, paddle tennis, ice-skating, and other sports interspersed with arts and crafts
The Hershey Story
- Hershey
Guests sample sipping chocolates sourced from around the world and explore the culinary and philanthropic legacy of Milton S. Hershey
Markie's Mini-Golf
- East Pikeland
Waterfall flows into streams winding through new greens that span 26,000 sq. ft. of hole designs near snack bar with hand-dipped ice cream
Splash Water Sports
- Dormont
Experienced, certified team of divers introduces students to scuba diving in safety and familiarity of swimming pool
Kreutz Creek Vineyards
Taste wines from a vineyard that started with a homemade winemaking kit more than two decades ago
Doylestown Rock Gym Doylestown
- Buckingham
Climbers hoist themselves up 12,000 sq. ft. climbing surface and spend unlimited time on boulders
The Garden Gallery
- Carlisle
Archival-quality framing and meticulous restoration of old photos, art, and frames
Lehigh Valley Laser Tag
- Hanover
Music fills multilevel futuristic-looking arena as players fire phasers at opponents in exhilarating team games
Cherry Creek Golf Club
- Hempfield
18-hole golf course certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary challenges players to make precise shots amid scenic, green views
York City Ice Arena
- York
Public-skating sessions and eight-week lessons at an arena with two NHL-size ice rinks
Philadelphia Center for Architecture
- Center City East
Guides relay expertise as up to 25 guests stroll past notable architecture dating back to 1870
Statler's Fun Center
- Greensburg
Go-karts whip around a track, zipping over and under bridges, and golf balls fly across 18 holes of mini golf for a day of family fun
Lehigh Valley Paintball
- Hilltown
Groups do battle with markers, a mask, and 250 paintballs on speedball or woodsball fields
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Dedicated to celebrating the ghosts of musical theater past and present, the Pittsburgh CLO proudly remains a nonprofit cultural institution that lauds distinguished musical-theater folk while launching the careers of another generation of skilled performers.
Now in its 13th year, the two-day Taste of Santa Fe brings together talented chefs and the finest area restaurants to celebrate New Mexico's honored culinary tradition. This year's food festivities are helmed by celebrity chef and Santa Fe native John Rivera Sedlar, whose succulent Latin-influenced cuisine has garnered rave reviews, and whose nachos report being chased by the paparazzi. Strap on a wristband to treat your tongue's starved eyes to 25 tastings from any of 50-plus restaurant booths and at least four dessert booths, then frolic through the wine garden to indulge in two glasses of glorious grapeness. Railyard Park will host activities to engage the young'ns, and three stages will host local musical.
There are many times when hilarity hides and withdraws, but with today’s side deal, it ensues. For $15, you get a ticket to the preview showing of The Foreigner on Tuesday, January 26, or Wednesday, January 27, at the Bristol Riverside Theatre (a $29 value for a regularly priced ticket; student tickets are $10 with a valid ID). Called “a hilarious farce, full of loopy jokes” by the New York Times, The Foreigner has also received glowing critical acclaim from the Village Voice, among others.
Presented by Gourmet Shows, the annual Taste Philadelphia Festival of Food, Wine, and Spirits showcases hundreds of local chefs, restaurants, and vendors. More than 200 tasting stations pepper the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, including the Taste of Italy Pavilion, where attendees can sample cheeses and wines from Europe’s boot-shaped peninsula. On the expo's stage, meanwhile, local chefs and culinary personalities teach onlookers their cooking techniques and favorite recipes during demonstrations. Attendees will have the chance to watch the likes of Michael Giletto, an award-winning chef whose food is a fusion of international cuisines, and Bethenny Frankel, best-selling author and star of Bravo's Bethenny Ever After, for an additional cost. Other educational events include beer seminars from award-winning writer Gary Monterosso and wine seminars that explain why, despite popular opinion, grape soda doesn’t complement veal as well as chardonnay does.
The Silk Screen Asian-American Film Festival, part of a larger vision for a future Asia Center of Pittsburgh, is an annual event highlighting the considerable cinematic output of filmmakers from India, Japan, China, Taiwan, Indonesia, Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, and Iran, as well as other nations you might one day inhabit according to childhood sessions of "Spin the Globe." This year's event—the sixth annual—features a slate of films to rival past years' entries. This year's flicks include such noteworthy efforts as Aftershock, The Light Thief, and Zero Bridge, among many others. Your pass gives you access to eight of the festival's films, giving you the chance to give a total of 24 thumbs up.
Surrounded by roaring crowds of hoops fanatics, the Erie BayHawks shoot for glory during thrilling basketball matches as the official minor-league team of the New York Knicks in the NBA Development League. Head coach Gene Cross manages a roster of young and veteran talent that recently included overnight sensation Jeremy Lin. Buzzers announce the beginning of four quarters' worth of dazzling slam dunks, three-point shots, and Final Jeopardy lightning rounds as players hone their talents in preparation for upcoming games and potential rise to the NBA ranks.
