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Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Great Escape: Nail Salons

Need to pamper yourself but can't take a day at the spa? Take a quick breather at these local nail salons!

Need a quick pampering but can’t take a day off to lounge at a day spa? Take a load off for an hour and get a manicure or pedicure at these local places. From the upscale to the convenient and affordable to the vegan, you have a lot of options for the perfect full set. Diamond Spa – For the rest of September, stop by and get 10 percent off on manicures and pedicures Monday-Wednesday (so hurry!). Address: 8430 Germantown Ave., 19118 Phone: 215-242-4800 Price: Manicure, $18; Pedicure, $40 Beans Beauty Store and Salon – With a whole slew of beauty products for sale, this salon will spruce you up and send you home with what you need to take care of the works yourself. Address: 4405 Main St., 19127 Phone: 215-487-3333 Price: Salon prices vary; …

In this Article:

Q Nails, Rainbow Nail Salon, Miss Mani Pedi (in Roxborough-Manayunk Patch), and 3 more ›

Mel

9:38 am on Thursday, September 29, 2011

This information is great. And I will be going to get my nails done. Thanks again for this information   more ›

Great Escape: Nail Salons

Want to pamper yourself but can't hide away at the spa? Take a quick break at one of these area nail salons.

  • BUSINESS
  • Liz Wagner
  • Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Need a quick pampering but can’t take a day off to lounge at a day spa? Take a load off for an hour and get a manicure or pedicure at these local places. From the upscale to the convenient and affordable to the vegan, you have a lot of options for the perfect full set. Diamond Spa – For the rest of September, stop by and get 10 percent off on manicures and pedicures Monday through Wednesday. Address: 8430 Germantown Ave. Phone: 215-242-4800 Price: Manicure, $18; Pedicure, $40 Beans Beauty Store and Salon – With a whole slew of beauty products for sale, this salon will spruce you up and send you home with what you need to take care of the works yourself. Address: 4405 Main St. Phone: 215-487-3333 Price: Salon prices vary. Q Nails – The shop…

In this Article:

Q Nails, Rainbow Nail Salon, Miss Mani Pedi (in Roxborough-Manayunk Patch), and 3 more ›

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Great Escapes: Staycation

Keep the vacation without the travel. You'll have just as much fun.

The kids are back in school and the weather is just starting to cool down. You’re already restless and miss the summer. What do you do? Take a staycation, of course. It’s easy to take a couple days over a weekend and get back to yourself. And here are a few great ways and places to do it. Manayunk – Pilgrim’s Rest Bed and Breakfast is another quaint, tranquil spot for a weekend of unwinding. If you wait another month for fall to really arrive, you can spend an evening lounging with your loved one by a fire, waking leisurely the next morning for a continental breakfast. Main Street Manayunk has all the food and nightlife you could want—from area staples like the Manayunk Brewery to the delicious and dynamic Cactus and Mad River duo and …

In this Article:

Agiato: Perfect for Sunday Brunch (in Roxborough-Manayunk Patch), Wired Beans Cafe, Osaka Japanese Restaurant, and 3 more ›

Danita J. Reese

1:31 pm on Thursday, September 22, 2011

Terrific piece! I was just musing about a Philly staycation and this article has given me such loverly ideas. Many Thanks!   more ›

Great Escape: Staycation

Keep the vacation without the travel. You'll have just as much fun.

The kids are back in school and the weather is just starting to cool down. You’re already restless and miss the summer. What do you do? Take a staycation, of course. It’s easy to take a couple days over a weekend and get back to yourself. And here are a few great ways and places to do it. Manayunk – Pilgrim’s Rest Bed and Breakfast is a quaint, tranquil spot for a weekend of unwinding. If you wait another month for fall to really arrive, you can spend an evening lounging with your loved one by a fire, waking leisurely the next morning for a continental breakfast. Main Street Manayunk has all the food and nightlife you could want – from area staples like the Manayunk Brewery to the delicious and dynamic Cactus and Mad River duo and beyond, …

In this Article:

Agiato: Perfect for Sunday Brunch (in Roxborough-Manayunk Patch), Wired Beans Cafe, Osaka Japanese Restaurant, and 3 more ›

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Great Escapes: Pet Shops

Love your pets? Treat them here.

They’re waiting for you when you get home from work to shower you with kisses and affection. They are always up for an adventure. And snuggling. And they give you their best – so give them yours. Here are the best places to find new food, fun and friends for your pet. Buzzy’s Bow Wow Meow – There aren’t many pet stores quite like Buzzy’s Bow Wow Meow. Tucked away off Narbeth’s main drag, Buzzy’s is a haven for pet owners and pet enthusiasts alike. PSPCA volunteers will often be found outside in nice weather with a handful of pups in “Adopt Me!” vests looking for new homes. One of the front doors is surrounded by snuggly, lounging cats from area shelters that are patiently waiting for a new home. And the staff is knowledge and friendly, …

In this Article:

Buzzy's Bow Wow Meow (in Narberth-Bala Cynwyd Patch), Pets Plus (in Plymouth-Whitemarsh Patch), Doggie Style (in Roxborough-Manayunk Patch), and 1 more ›

Great Escape: Pet Shops

Love your pet? Treat them here.

  • BUSINESS
  • Liz Wagner
  • Wednesday, September 14, 2011

They’re waiting for you when you get home from work to shower you with kisses and affection. They are always up for an adventure. And snuggling. And they give you their best—so give them yours. Here are the best places to find new food, fun and friends for your pet. Buzzy’s Bow Wow Meow – There aren’t many pet stores quite like Buzzy’s Bow Wow Meow. Tucked away off Narbeth’s main drag, Buzzy’s is a haven for pet owners and pet enthusiasts alike. PSPCA volunteers will often be found outside in nice weather with a handful of pups in “Adopt Me!” vests looking for new homes. One of the front doors is surrounded by snuggly, lounging cats from area shelters that are patiently waiting for a new home. And the staff is knowledge and friendly, with …

In this Article:

Buzzy's Bow Wow Meow (in Narberth-Bala Cynwyd Patch), Pets Plus (in Plymouth-Whitemarsh Patch), Doggie Style (in Roxborough-Manayunk Patch), and 1 more ›

Natasha Kassell, VMD

9:23 pm on Wednesday, September 14, 2011

As a holistic veterinarian, I'm a big believer in raw meaty bone-based diets for dogs and cats. I'm thrilled that Weavers Way is carrying an excellent raw meaty bone-based diet called Primal. You'll find it in the freezer in the pet store. There are a variety of options ranging from quail to pheasant to venison. My suggestion: Stop by and purchase a $5 sample pack. If your pet likes it, go back …   more ›

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Great Escapes: Specialty Food Stores

Looking for that perfect piece of chocolate or that rare cheese? Find it here!

Every so often you are sent on a very particular quest by your stomach, employer, family or gift list – to find a specialty food item. Whether you are looking for that perfect box of chocolates, the sweetest cake or the biggest wedge of cheese you can find, these area stores have those hard-to-find foods you’ve been searching for. Penzey’s Spices – You’re in the midst of that perfect fall pumpkin roll…when you discover that your cinnamon jar is completely empty. Where do you turn? Penzey’s spices, of course, which will offer you a dozen different varieties of cinnamon, and a myriad of any other herb or spice you’ve wanted to try out. With everything from the sweet and tasty blends of cocoa to a medley of Spanish seasonings, you’ll never …

In this Article:

Earth Bread Brewery, Zipf's Candies, Chestnut Hill Cheese Shop, and 1 more ›

Great Escape: Specialty Food Stores and Restaurants

Need that perfect piece of chocolate? Some rare cheese? A blend of tea that's just a little bit different? Find it here.

Every so often you are sent on a very particular quest by your stomach, employer, family or gift list to find a specialty food item. And sometimes you want something a little more unusual from a restaurant nearby Whether you are looking for that perfect box of chocolates, the biggest wedge of cheese you can find or an unusual, locally brewed beer, these area stores and restaurants have those hard-to-find foods you’ve been searching for. Penzey’s Spices – You’re in the midst of that perfect fall pumpkin roll…when you discover that your cinnamon jar is completely empty. Where do you turn? Penzey’s Spices, of course, which will offer you a dozen different varieties of cinnamon and a myriad of any other herb or spice you’ve wanted to try out. …

In this Article:

Earth Bread Brewery, Zipf's Candies, Chestnut Hill Cheese Shop, and 1 more ›

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Great Escapes: Movie Rentals

Missing TLA? Here are some great places to rent movies.

Finding a movie to tide you over in bad weather has become trickier than ever as Blockbusters, TLA and other area video stores close down. But don’t fear – there are still some rental places standing, and when all else fails there are great places to buy on the cheap. Video Library – In this day and age, it’s incredibly difficult to track down an authentic, independently-owned movie store. Almost every movie rental place that used to flourish with its rows of VHS tapes has closed its doors over the past ten years. But not Mt. Airy’s Video Library. The Video Library has a great blend of releases, and its additional facilities make it worth the visit. Browse the movie shelves while you enjoy some ice cream from the adjacent SCOOP!, or plan a…

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Free Library of Pennsylvania, Chestnut Hill Branch

Great Escape: Movie Rentals

Missing your Blockbusters? Here are some great places to rent or buy your favorite movies.

Finding a movie to tide you over in bad weather has become trickier than ever as Blockbusters, TLA and other area video stores close down. But don’t fear—there are still some rental places standing, and when all else fails there are great places to buy on the cheap. Video Library – In this day and age, it’s incredibly difficult to track down an authentic, independently-owned movie store. Almost every movie rental place that used to flourish with its rows of VHS tapes has closed its doors over the past ten years. But not Mt. Airy’s Video Library. The Video Library has a great blend of releases, and its additional facilities make it worth the visit. Browse the movie shelves while you enjoy some ice cream from the adjacent SCOOP!, or plan a …

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Lovett Library Branch Reopens

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