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2001 Features

12/17/01 - The Kimmel Center Opens to Rave Reviews
Philadelphia's brand new performing arts and community center has opened its doors on Broad Street to rave reviews. Find out all about this exciting new addition to the Philadelphia skyline.

12/14/01 - A Philadelphian Visits Ground Zero
Join us as we visit Ground Zero in New York City. As Philadelphians, we will never look at New York quite the same way.

12/06/01 - A Longwood Gardens Holiday
One of the favorite places to celebrate the holidays in the Greater Philadelphia and South Jersey area is at Longwood Gardens. The season comes to life with beautiful floral displays, decorated trees, lights and an amazing lighted fountain display in the Open Air Theatre. We have 40 photos of the 2001 display for your enjoyment.

11/18/01 - Before You Buy Philly Pro Sports Teams Merchandise
There is no better gift for the sports fan in your family than a logo item from their favorite team, sports book or video. The selection of items is almost endless - ranging from the standard team jersey to a Philadelphia Eagles teddy bear. Prices range from a few dollars to several hundred dollars for an autographed framed picture of a favorite athlete. Here are some ideas of what is available.

11/04/01 - Top Picks in Philadelphia/So. Jersey Products
Are you thinking about buying gifts or products made in the Philadelphia area? Are you interested in travel books, histories or novels about the region? Are you looking for movies or videos made in or about Philadelphia or South Jersey? Your Guide offers his top picks in this ongoing resource section.

10/21/01 - Halloween Fun in Philadelphia
There are some unique and fun ways that you can celebrate this special season of ghosts, goblins and witches in the Greater Philadelphia area.

10/06/01 - Emergency Preparedness
Find out how you and your family can prepare in case of an emergency in the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey region. 

09/20/01 - We Can Prevail
Philadelphia area residents watched in horror, cried and prayed for those who have suffered but now must stand together to fight the terror that threatens our lives, our livelihood, our nation and the world. 

09/14/01 - Philadelphia Unites Behind America
The region's citizens mourn the loss of many local residents in the terrorist attacks on New York and Washington D.C. and unite in a show of support for the nation and their liberty.

09/06/01 - Philadelphia Eagles 2001
We look at the Eagles' prospects for the 2001 football season. Can the Eagles make it to Super Bowl XXXVI in New Orleans?

09/01/01 - Greater Philadelphia/South Jersey Fall Events
Whether it's a special exhibit at one of the region's fine museums, a concert, show, or just taking in one of the special fall festivals in the area, there's something for everyone this fall in the Greater Philadelphia and South Jersey area.

08/19/01 - Experience the Spirit of Philadelphia
For more than 17 years, the Spirit of Philadelphia has been entertaining visitors from the Greater Philadelphia region with scenic lunch and dinner cruises on the Delaware River.

08/05/01 - 2001 X Games Philadelphia
Our Guide to the 2001 X Games which will be held in Philadelphia from August 11-22, 2001.

07/21/01 - Philly Firsts
While almost all cities lay claim to their share of "firsts", no U.S. city can claim as many as Philadelphia.

07/07/01 - The Philadelphia Inquirer
A look at the history of Philadelphia's most widely read newspaper. Will the challenges of the past prepare the paper to face the future?

06/25/01 - Do You Need Flood Insurance?
The recent flooding in Bucks and Montgomery Counties from Tropical Storm Allison once again raises the question of why more local residents do not carry flood insurance.

06/13/01 - Stuck in Traffic
A look at the region's traffic nightmares and the reasons why our highways are getting more crowded every day.

06/05/01 - Sixers Reach NBA Finals
For the first time since 1983 the 76ers have reached the NBA finals and will face the Los Angeles Lakers for all the marbles. We look at the 76ers prospects for bringing home the trophy.

05/29/01 - Sunoco Welcome America! Festival 2001
Now is the time to make your plans to attend America's biggest 225th Birthday Party with more than fifty free events over eight days concluding with the nation's biggest 4th of July celebration.

05/21/01 - Sixers Reach Conference Finals
For the first time in over 15 years the Philadelphia 76ers have reached the NBA Eastern Conference finals and will face the Milwaukee Bucks. We look at the regular season results between the two teams and the 76ers prospects of making the NBA finals.

05/11/01 - Rowing on the Schuylkill
The top college and high school crews gather in May when the Dad Vail and Stotesbury Cup Regattas come to Philadelphia. We look at these big events and also explore everything you always wanted to know about rowing on the Schuylkill River

05/01/01 - May and June Events
Whether it's a special exhibit at one of the region's fine museums, a concert or show, or just taking in the food, music and shopping at the Jam on the River, there's something for everyone.

04/26/01 - Welcome South Jersey
We've expanded to include coverage of the five South Jersey counties that make up part of the Greater Philadelphia/So. New Jersey area. Whether you live in South Jersey, work in South Jersey or are planning a visit, we're here to keep you informed.

04/11/01 - Top Ten Places in Historic Philadelphia
We look at ten of our favorite places in Historic/Old City Philadelphia.

04/02/01 - Philadelphia Phillies Baseball 2001
The Larry Bowa era has officially begun in Philadelphia. Hopes abound that new manager can bring some of the spark and enthusiasm back to Phillies baseball, but is it really possible?

03/20/01 - Census 2000
The forms were mailed out and returned, the field workers tracked down the missing and unwilling, the counts have been tabulated and the results are in. Check out the new population facts and figures.

03/12/01 - Spring into Philadelphia
We look at the best places to go and things to do in the Springtime in Philadelphia.

03/05/01 - 2001 Philadelphia Flower Show Winners
Who were the big winners at this year's show. Find out here.

03/04/01 - 2001 Philadelphia Flower Show Photos
Our collection of over 80 photos taken at this year's Philadelphia Flower Show.

02/26/01 - Survivor II Reigns in Philadelphia
Philadelphia may only be the fourth largest TV Market ranking behind New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, but when it comes to Survivor II: The Australian Outback, we're number 1.

02/16/01 - Neighborhoods of Philadelphia
In this first in a ongoing series, we take an overall look at the various neighborhoods and communities that make up the City of Philadelphia.

02/09/01 - 2001 Philadelphia Flower Show
Our guide to the 2001 Philadelphia Flower Show, which celebrates the "Great Gardeners of the World".

01/29/01 - Top Ten Philadelphia Area Attractions
Our guide to the top ten attractions in the Greater Philadelphia area including family fun places, historic places, museums, natural settings, and places to shop.

01/16/01 - Super Bowl XXXV
It's the Ravens versus the Giants in Super Bowl XXXV. What's a Philadelphian to do? For whom should we root? We have our ideas on which team deserves our support.

01/03/01 - 2001 Mummers Parade 
We look at the controversies, the crowds, who won, who lost and we feature over 125 photos of the 2001 Mummers Parade in our Mummers Photo Galleries. 

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