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    • Spread L.O.V.E. In Philly For Valentine’s Day
      • Spread L.O.V.E. In Philly For Valentine’s Day
      • Love is in the air. Whether you’re into the old school or new school way of celebrating Valentine’s Day, there are a lot of happening in Philly to get you in the mood. Check out our top picks.

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    • Black History Month
      • Black History Month
      • Philly is the place to celebrate Black History Month. We've got you covered on Philly's legacy events, sites and more all February.

    • Enter To Win Tix To See Javier Colon In Concert
      • Enter To Win Tix To See Javier Colon In Concert
      • We love to hook you up with tickets to show. This time, we have some tickets to see NBC's The Voice winner Javier Colon. Enter for a chance to win here.

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    • Masters Behind The Music
      • Masters Behind The Music
      • We caught up with super-producer Montez Roberts for our new series, Masters Behind The Music. Check out the interview!

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    • Top 10 Philly/A-Philly-Ated Albums Of The Year
      • Top 10 Philly/A-Philly-Ated Albums Of The Year
      • Our music insider Laiya pulls together her list of the hottest albums that dropped this year from Philly artists.

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    • From Philly To Hollywood
      • From Philly To Hollywood
      • R&B legends Boyz II Men receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

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    • The Kimmel Center Celebrates 10 Years
      • The Kimmel Center Celebrates 10 Years
      • The Kimmel Center takes it up a notch with their 10th anniversary lineup. Our Arts & Culture Insider picks a few must-see performances and shows that are coming up.

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    • Rennie Harris
      • Rennie Harris
      • Get to know our Creative Ambassador and internationally renowned hip-hop dancer and choreographer Rennie Harris here--with video, q+a, spot checks and photos.

         

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    • Mixing Metaphors With AAMP
      • Mixing Metaphors With AAMP
      • Our Arts & Culture Insider James checked out the African American Museum in Philadelphia's powerful new exhibition. Find out more about Mixing Metaphors here.

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    • Imagine Africa Exhibition
      • Imagine Africa Exhibition
      • How do you imagine Africa? That's the question buzzing around the city. Arts and Culture Insider James Claiborne got a sneak peek of the Penn Museum's newest exhibit, Imagine Africa. Check it out for yourself.

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    • Questlove Rolls Out His New Signature Dish At Zama
      • Questlove Rolls Out His New Signature Dish At Zama
      • The Roots drummer teamed up with Chef Zama to create a roll that mixes a Philly classic with Japanese flavors.

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    • Will Smith Exclusive
      • Will Smith Exclusive
      • Philly favorite Will Smith took some time out of filming Men in Black 3 to talk to Philly 360 and some students from Philly. Check out the video and photos here!

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    • Jill Scott: The Light of the Sun
      • Jill Scott: The Light of the Sun
      • We were front and center for an exclusive album listening session for Jill's The Light of the Sun. The album just dropped! Check out our video with Jill talking about the project.

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    • Introducing the 2011 Philly 360°® Creative Ambassadors
      • Introducing the 2011 Philly 360°® Creative Ambassadors
      • Get to know the just announced group of 2011 Creative Ambassadors, including DJ Jazzy Jeff, Carvin & Ivan and James Poyser of The Roots!

         

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    • The President's House Now Open
      • The President's House Now Open
      • Hundreds stopped by Independence Mall to witness history unfold at the opening of the President's House site. Check out this new site while you are in the Historic District.

         

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    • Announcing The 2011 Philly 360° Creative Ambassadors
      • Announcing The 2011 Philly 360° Creative Ambassadors
      • DJ Jazzy Jeff, Carvin & Ivan, Carol Riddick, James Poyser, Spanky McCurdy and other trendsetters were named as our ambassadors. Check out the photos and video from the event!

         

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    • Shopping Philly 360° Style
      • Shopping Philly 360° Style
        • Philly has tons of boutiques. Our Fashion Insider Rakia steps out of her closet and into the best boutiques in town. Find Rakia's fabulous finds, where celebs like Marsha Ambrosius shop (left) and more under shopping.

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    • Dining & Nightlife: Philly 360° Style!
      • Dining & Nightlife: Philly 360° Style!
        • With some of the nation's top DJs and the best restaurants and chefs in the country, Philly turns up the volume when it comes to dining and nightlife!

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    • Philly 360° Legacy
      • Philly 360° Legacy
      • Legacy is your guide to African-American history in Philadelphia with a contemporary twist—from the President’s House and Mother Bethel, which highlight Philadelphia as a birthplace of human rights, to the music landmarks that make Philly the home of R&B and soul.

         

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    • Meet The Insiders
      • Meet The Insiders
        • Philly 360° is getting you on the other side of the velvet rope with industry insiders who are bringing you exclusive tips and a backstage look at some of the hottest music, fashion and nightlife Philly has to offer! Meet the Insiders: Rakia, Laiya, James, Stacey, Maori, Cheldin & Tayyib

           

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      • Philly 360° is your guide to Philly's diverse creative scene, nightlife, music, food & more – all powered by the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (GPTMC)

         

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  • February 3, 2012

Spread L.O.V.E. In Philly For Valentine’s Day

    • Valentine's Day In Philly

Love is in the air all year round in Philly, so we know a lil’ somethin’ somethin’ about romance. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and we’re sure you’re still looking for things to get into. Don’t worry—we’ve got a couple of things in mind. Whether you’re into the old school or new school way of celebrating Valentine’s Day, there are a ton of festivities happening to get you in the mood. Check out our top picks: Romantic Rendezvous Valentine’s Soul Jam with the Stylistics Friday, February 10 Liacouras Center 1776 N. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19121 If…

  • February 2, 2012

James' Arts & Culture Revival: Philly Celebrates Black History Month

    • Philly celebrates its rich African American legacy!

As the birthplace of the nation, there's no place else that does history quite like Philadelphia—especially African-American history. Philly is the home of historic African-American artists like Billie Holiday, Marian Anderson, John Coltrane and Henry Ossawa Tanner, while famous civil rights activists like Sam Evans and Cecil B. Moore also called our great city home. BTW - did you know that The Philadelphia Tribune, founded in 1884, still stands today as the country's oldest African-American newspaper? Like I said - no one does history like Philly! For Black History Month, there are lots of exciting events happening all over…

  • February 2, 2012

Rakia's Style Nation: Style Stars Of Philadelphia - Curran Swint

    • Curran Swint

First up in my Style Stars of Philadelphia series is Curran Swint of Kings Rule Together. I met Curran at a party a couple of years ago, and it was fashion at first sight. Often seen donning the best in men’s vintage wears, this young king is a true inspiration and a Philadelphia fashion plate. His blog, kingsruletogether.com is a chock full of inspiration and his own fashion musings. This scene-ster knows the meaning of seeing and being seen. You can catch him at the coolest events and on the pages of GQ, Ebony, NY Times, Complex and Essence…

  • February 2, 2012

Black History Month - Legacy Sites In West Philly & Historic Germantown

    • Imagine Africa With The Penn Museum

Like we said, Phily is the place to be for Black History Month. And, the sites don't stop in Historic Philadelphia. Here are our picks of places you need to see in West Philly and Historic Germantown. West Philadelphia Legacy Sites The African Gallery at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology 3260 South Street | (215) 898-4000 The African gallery here is probably the closest you’ll come to visiting an entire continent in one day. Materials on display come from a collection that includes more than 11,000 items from throughout the vast land of Africa. The…

  • February 1, 2012

Black History Month - Legacy Sites & Attractions In Historic Philadelphia

    • Audacious Freedom exhibition at the African American Museum in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is the place to celebrate Black History Month, and Philly 360° Legacy has your guide to African-American historic sites and attractions in Philadelphia. Check out our list of our top historic sites and cultural attractions in Historic Philadelphia below. Historic Philadelphia Legacy Sites The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch Street | (215) 574-0380 The perfect starting point for your African-American tour, the museum invites visitors to experience face-to-face encounters with the bold and fearless people who helped form our nation through its acclaimed core exhibit Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia 1776-1876. The exhibition provides a…

  • January 30, 2012

Rakia's Style Nation: Style Stars Of Philadelphia

    • Philly 360° Fashion Insider: Rakia Reynolds

As a fashion enthusiast, I am constantly on the lookout for the most innovative threads and style finds. I am a boutique shopper, but in some instances, my wear wants happen to be occupied by someone else’s body. In addition to my posts on what to wear; when to wear it; and how to buy it - this year, I will take you on a journey to meet some of my favorite style muses in the City of Brotherly Love. Every month, I will feature one of my favorite "Style Stars of Philadelphia" and take you on a behind…

  • January 25, 2012

Contest: Win Tickets To See NBC's The Voice Winner Javier Colon

    • NBC's The Voice winner Javier Colon

You know we love to hook you up with tickets to shows, and we got our hands on a pair tickets to see NBC's The Voice winner Javier Colon on February 10 at the Keswick. Want a chance to hear his smooth vocals up close? Enter for yout chance to win tickets below. Contest is running until February 8. Good luck!Fill out my Wufoo form! Contest Rules | Privacy Policy Event Details: Javier Colon with special guest Ernie Halter Friday, February 10 8:00 p.m. Keswick Theatre Glenside (Philadelphia), Pennsylvania WInner will receive 1 pair of tickets. Tickets held at…

  • January 25, 2012

Will Smith Headed To His First Sixers Game As An Owner

    • Will Smith

Philly's own Will Smith is heading to South Philly to attend his first 76ers home game since he became a partial owner of the team back in October. He'll be at the game this Friday when the first place 76ers take on the Charlotte Bobcats. Welcome home, Will. And, let's go Sixers! Check out the video below to see when we caught up with Will over the summer on the set of Men in Black III with the DASH program. He had a few things to say about his love of the 76ers.

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The Scottsboro Boys - January 20 - February 19, 2012

The Scottsboro Boys January 20 - February 19 Suzanne Roberts Theatre 480 S. Broad Street Fresh off a successful run on Broadway, The Philadelphia Theatre Company brings us the Tony Award nominated musical, The Scottsboro Boys. An electrifying and…

Henry Ossawa Tanner: Modern Spirit - January 28 - April 15, 2012

Henry Ossawa Tanner: Modern Spirit January 28 - April 15, 2012 Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) 205 N. Broad Street One of the most prolific and pioneering African American artists of our time, Henry Ossawa Tanner got…

Breaking Barriers Show - February 1-29, 2012

Breaking Barriers Show February 1 through 29 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 All month long, the National Constitution Center will highlight the lives of historic African-Americans in their new feature,…

Carol Riddick - February 3 & 4, 2012

Carol Riddick Friday, February 3 & Saturday, February 4 7:30 & 10 p.m. sets Warmdaddy's 1400 Columbus Blvd. Philly 360° Creative Ambassador and songstress Carol Riddick returns to Warmdaddy's to sing away our winter blues with a red-hot night…

African American Winemakers - February 4, 2012

African American Winemakers Saturday, February 4 7 p.m. Wine School of Philadelphia 127 S. 22nd Street Celebrate Black History Month with this one-of-a-kind class dedicated to exploring the ever-growing group of black winemakers from California to South Africa. This…

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