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Downtown Events
2000 Mummers Parade
Find out who won and who lost and check out our huge Mummers Photo Gallery.African American Events & Resources
We look at the events for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, Black History Month, as well as other on-line resources.A Philadelphia Millennium Celebration
Where should you go to celebrate the New Year or during 2000? The answer is easy. Come to Philadelphia.Center City Holiday Festival
There are lots of exciting events scheduled over the holidays in Center City. Check out the ones that you should be sure not to miss.Celebrating the year end holidays
Enjoy our six pages of photos of Philadelphia holiday lights and decorations.Dad Vail Regatta
One of the world's premier rowing events occurs in Philadelphia every May. Lots of links to rowing information.Mummers Parade
Learn all about the history of the parade, photos of past parades and even links to watch the parade on RealVideo.The Phantom of the Opera in Philadelphia
A review of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical playing at the Forrest Theatre through December 12, 1998.Philadelphia Flower Show
Learn all about the oldest and largest indoor flower show in the world.Philadelphia Flower Show Photos
A large collection of photos from this year's Flower Show taken by your About.com Guide.Philadelphia Liberty Medal Awarded
President Kim Dae-jung of the Republic of Korea accepts this prestigious award at Independence Hall.Welcome America!
Check out the schedule of events for the big 1999 ten day Fourth of July celebration.
Exploring Philadelphia
Café Nola Reopens
Philly's top creole and cajun restaurant reopens on South Street.It All Began in Philadelphia
It's where a nation was born. Our Independence Day feature looks at the historic events in Philadelphia from 1774-1776.PECO Primate Reserve Opens
The Philadelphia Zoo's new primate reserve opened to the public July 1, 1999. We take a look both inside and outside the new facility.Things are Heating up in Philly
Summer is just beginning. It's a great time to explore the city and the many things going on.USS Olympia and SS Becuna
Learn about the two historic naval vessels berthed at Penn's Landing.Walk Down South Street, A
We take a walk down the street where everybody meets in Philly. Lots of photos in this multi-part series.Walking Tour of Downtown Philadelphia - Part 1
Join us as we begin our walking tour. Explore Welcome Park, Olde City Tavern, Bookbinders, Merchants Exchange and the Independence National Park Visitor Center. Make sightseeing on your vacation an educational experience.Walking Tour of Downtown Philadelphia - Part 2
Join us as we explore historic Independence National Park and the surrounding area.
Penn's Landing/Waterfront Events
Battleship USS New Jersey Comes Home
The USS New Jersey will be permanently berthed in Camden as part of the regions major waterfront redevelopment.Jam on the River
Catch our photos of the festival's first day of music, food and fun on the waterfront.Marine Day '99
Promoting the ports of Philadelphia, Camden and Wilmington and highlighting their importance to the region.Mellon Jazz Festival with Lou Rawls
Our report on the big concert at Penn's Landing featuring Lou Rawls, Kevin and Robin Eubanks and others. Lots of photos!RiverRink Opens its Season
Read about the opening day events and catch our opening day photos.USS Donald Cook Commissioned
The navy's latest Arleigh Burke Class AEGIS guided missile destroyer was commissioned in Philadelphia on 12/4/98. See our commissioning photos.
Politics
Election 2000
Your guide to the 2000 election in the Greater Philadelphia area. Links to candidate websites, voter information and details of the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia.Philadelphia to host GOP in 2000
The Republicans are coming to Phila in July 2000 to nominate their candidate for President.SOA Watch Rally -Columbus Day at the Liberty Bell
Coverage of a rally at the Liberty Bell to protest the U.S. Army's School of the Americas.
Regional Information
Drought!
Governor Ridge has declared a drought emergency. We tell you what it means for you.Five-Stars No More
Mobile Removes a Star from Le Bec-Fin but several other Philadelphia restaurants have gained a star and are now four-star establishments. Find out who gained and who lost.Peddler's Village
A great place to shop and eat in Lahaska in Bucks County near New Hope and within an hour's drive of any place in the Greater Philadelphia area.We're Fat, But We Eat Well
Philadelphia has been named the fattest city in America but also has three of the country's best restaurants.Where Philly Ranks
We look at where the Philadelphia metropolitan area ranks in the millennium edition of the Places Rated Almanac. You'll be surprised by some of the results.
Sports
Army - Navy Face-off in Philly
It's the 100th anniversary of this annual clash of the military academies.Flyers Hockey
See how you can stay in touch with up to date Flyers information.Phillies Baseball 1999
Check out links to Phillies information and take a closer look at the work that Curt Schilling does with the ALS Association.Eagles Football 1999
The Eagles 1999 season kicks off on September 12, 1999. Check out the best places to follow Eagles football on the net.Sports, News and Weather
Your one stop source for sports result, current news, and weather information about Philadelphia.