Franklin Square
Names of Philadelphia’s Latest Fallen Heroes Added To Franklin Square Memorial
Three names were added: those of police officers Brian Lorenzo and Moses Walker, killed last summer, and fire captain Michael Goodwin, killed just last month fighting a fire in South Philadelphia.
As Philly Temperatures Soar, So Do Ice Cream and Water Ice Sales
It wasn’t too long ago that we were scraping ice off our windshields. Now, we’re eating it!
Free Carousel Rides, Cake Shake Samplings At Franklin Square
Franklin Square will kick off it’s seventh season starting at noon on Wednesday.
Franklin Square Carousel, Miniature Golf Reopened For Tourist Season
The tourist attractions in Franklin Square are officially open to the public once again — a sign that spring is right around the corner.
Special Autumn Events Scheduled For Old City Philadelphia
Tourism officials are touting some special — and possibly spooky — events coming up next month in Old City.
Best Spots For Summer Playdates In Philadelphia
Pack up those kids and hit the road for a day of fun, no matter the weather, at Philadelphia’s best spots for summer playdates.
26 People Arrested At Occupy National Gathering In Center City
Many Occupy activists were at Franklin Square on Monday for speeches and organizing activities, and some were just being released from police custody.
Top Spots To Buy Perfume In Philadelphia
Not a fan of trolling the departments stores for the next celebrity scent-sation? Try your hand at something out of the ordinary with perfumes and colognes from these scent-fully delicious boutiques.
Top Spots For A Picnic In Philadelphia
Whether it’s a romantic blanket spread in the shade or a wild pickup game of frisbee with friends, these are Philly’s most perfect places for a picnic.
Hepatitis B Awareness Effort Hits Philadelphia’s Love Park
The campaign stresses the importance of getting screened and tested for hepatitis B.
New Design Chosen For Police and Firefighters’ Memorial In Franklin Square
A competition that began in September has ended with the announcement that a design by a Philadelphia-based architectural firm will be used to build the new memorial in Franklin Square.
Top Mini Golf Courses In Philadelphia
Whether you fancy famous city sites, animated monsters or windmills, the Greater Philadelphia area has everything you want in a miniature golf course.
Franklin Square Attractions Open For 6th Season Since Park’s Makeover
“The carousel is running, there’s miniature golf to play, and of course Squareburger to eat,” says Amy Needle, president and CEO of Historic Philadelphia, the agency that runs the tourist venue.
Some Philadelphia Kids Share Art Class With a Circus Elephant in Center City
Kelly Anne the circus elephant was brought to Franklin Square as a special guest during an art session for some lucky children.
No Plans Yet To Reopen Franklin Square PATCO Station
As the Delaware River Port Authority reconsiders plans to build a bicycle and pedestrian ramp on the Camden side of the Ben Franklin Bridge, those on the Philly side would like the DRPA to consider reopening it’s PATCO station at 6th and Race.
