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Phillyist is a website about Philadelphia. MoreEditors: Angela DiOrio, Jillian Ashley Blair IveyPublisher: Gothamist
Updated: 7 hours 39 min ago Relieved of Duty
Once again, Bud Selig and Major League Baseball prove that they have no coherent grasp on how to run a league.
We've already stated our contempt for the man, but Selig has now robbed the World Champions of one of their best relievers for close to a third of the 2009 season, but also taken $1.25 million from a man who not only did nothing wrong, but did everything in his power to do right.
J.C. Romero, the winning pitcher in Games 3 and 5 of the 2008 World Series, was suspended for 50 games following a ruling that he violated Major League Baseball's policy on banned substa... Read the rest of "Relieved of Duty"PAWS Cat of the Week Want to help PAWS? Take part in the PAWS Tile Wall Project!
Chaz (ID# A06402785)
Chaz is a young adult (1 to 3 years old) male who will look oh-so-dapper hanging out on your lap or your windowsill. Chaz is super sweet and affectionate, and he really deserves a forever home.
If you'd like to save Chaz, e-mail Allison at alamond@phillypaws.org. The adoption fee for Chaz is $50. The fee includes neutering, which will be performed before he comes home with you. Also, make note of Chaz's ID number above, and bring it with you when you go to the PAWS adoption center, which is located at 100 N. 2nd Street (the corner... Read the rest of "PAWS Cat of the Week"Foodsday Tuesday: The Fixe Is InLately, it's kind of seemed like it's always Restaurant Week—but then 2008 went by in a blur, so maybe it's just us. But today, at least, it's not just us, because Restaurant Week is once again on the horizon. The restaurant list features old favorites and new additions alike, and even though the price has gone up a bit in the last few years, we still think most restaurants put out special price-fixed menus that are tough to beat for $35 (plus tax, alcohol, and tip—of course).
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Title: Mummers Parade, Philly, PA
Photographer: emilydenaro
Location: Broad Street
Camera: Nikon D80
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... Read the rest of "Photoist"Beef and Beer for Brian Hickey As we stated in our Yo, Philly in the News post on December 1, 2007, former Philadelphia City Paper managing editor Brian Hickey was gravely injured in a hit-and-run in Collingswood, New Jersey, by an asshole motorist. Hickey also managed the campaign for John Dougherty's attempt to unseat Senator Vincent Fumo.
The Philadelphia City Paper and the Pen & Pencil Club have organized a Beef and Beer event to raise money for Hickey's family. All proceeds from the event will go directly to Brian's family to support his recovery.
You can also follow Brian's progress with his injuries via the sporadic updates provided by Jeff Pearlman (famed scribe of Boys Will Be Boys: The Gl... Read the rest of "Beef and Beer for Brian Hickey"Whiz of the Web: Tuesday TorpedoesThe shapeless dough of the internet, formed into tasty pellets and baked to perfection, just for you.
 An exclusive sneak peek at the final episodes of Battlestar Galactica.
Check out this very intriguing exclusive clip from Caprica, the upcoming prequel to Battlestar Galactica.
Steve Jobs released a statement explaining his recent health issues before Macworld (which began this morning), but an expert says his statement is contradictory and makes little... Read the rest of "Whiz of the Web: Tuesday Torpedoes"We Are Presenting This Video Without CommentBut seriously, you at least need to go the video's page on YouTube and click "more info." Form your own opinions. We already formed ours.
We Want YOU It's a new year, and it's time for us to get some fresh blood. If you're passionate about Philadelphia and you want to share that passion with others, we want to hear from you. Strong writers interested in contributing to Phillyist can check out the application instructions below.
Currently, we're seeking writers in all of the following areas:
Sports: Philly is a huge sports town, and it's not always possible for us to keep abreast of everything going on with all of our hometown teams. If you never miss a Flyers game or if you bleed Green for the Birds, we might just have a use for you.Theatre: Every day, we're forced to turn down requests for coverage from many of the Greate... Read the rest of "We Want YOU"Frugal Fun Alert: Tuesday Fun around town, for $10 or less:
Catch It Before It’s Too Late: Sookang Kim: Stones and Vessels & Richard Kagan: Iron Portraits at Gallery 339 (339 S 21st), through Saturday, 10AM-6PM. Free
Your Necktie Is Strong: Garotas Suecas and PoPo brought to you by R5 Productions at Kung Fu Necktie (1248 N Front), 9PM. $8
The Grotto: Guggenheim Grotto at Upstairs at World Cafe Live (3025 Walnut), 9PM. Free
Got a frugal tip? Don't be sti... Read the rest of "Frugal Fun Alert: Tuesday"Yo, Philly in the News Seven city fire companies ceased operations yesterday as part of Mayor Nutter's budget-cutting plan, but not without drama, as the head of the firefighters' union claimed that "people will die" because of the closures. Nutter stated yesterday that his "fiscal-austerity" plan will not endanger public safety and will keep response times within national standards, then proceed with the closings as the union's efforts to stop them faltered.
The city is urging residents not to take their Christmas trees to the curb. The c... Read the rest of "Yo, Philly in the News"Sparky and Snarky
Dear Sparky and Snarky,
The other night I was fairly hammered and while walking home I totally sprawled myself face first on the pavement. Well, a cop saw it and caught up to me a block later; I thought I was getting a ticket for public drunkness but instead I ended up with the offer for a ride home because his "job was to make sure cute guys like me got home safe." Not only did he flirt with me, he gave me his number and whipped it out for an impressive preview of what he was offering. He's since called and I haven't called him back. Why? Because he has a fiancée. He's totally hot and I'd love to hook up with him, but I'm not sure it's a good idea. What do I do?
-Dunkyer Donut or Time to Diet?
Dear DDTD,
Wow. Just... wow. Where are the boys (and girls) in blue when I'm walking home... Read the rest of "Sparky and Snarky"Philly Phashionista: Style Resolutions If only we looked as good as we did in the 80's. That's why there are things like style resolutions. See what tops the list this year.
1. Get more manicures. Many girls feel prettier when their nails are done. Try these colors from Essie.
2. Subscribe to a couple style magazines like InStyle or Real Simple to stay on top of the latest trends, but don't let them rule your life. There's nothing wrong with going out in sweat pants and a t-shirt every now and then.
... Read the rest of "Philly Phashionista: Style Resolutions"PhotoistClick to see full version
Title: 30th Street
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Was It Too Cold for You on Thursday?Here's some of what you missed at the Mummers Parade.
... Read the rest of "Was It Too Cold for You on Thursday?"Whiz of the Web: Monday Meat SlicesThe best of the internet, chopped into tiny bits and grilled for your enjoyment.
 A 3D trailer for the movie Monsters vs. Aliens will air at the end of the 2nd quarter of the Super Bowl. Apparently it will be in old school 3D, requiring you to pick up a pair of those red and blue glasses It will be in the new-style 3D, requiring you to pick up a pair of the new glasses, which will be available "at Pepsi and SoBe displays at 28,000 retail spots around the country, including grocery, drug and electronics stores." (Read more about Monsters vs. Aliens and new 3D te... Read the rest of "Whiz of the Web: Monday Meat Slices"Frugal Fun Alert: MondayFun around town, for $10 or less:
Surprise!: Reading of a super secret mystery play directed by Blanka Zizka at the Wilma Theater (265 S Broad), 7:30PM. Free (reserve tickets here)
Versus: The Comic Vs. Audience Comedy Show at the Shubin Theatre (407 Bainbridge), 8PM. $5
On Stage: On Stage Philadelphia, the... Read the rest of "Frugal Fun Alert: Monday"Yo, Philly in the News Yesterday, Governor Rendell called for legislation to keep repeat violent offenders locked up longer. "The parole system simply doesn't work for these violent individuals who use deadly weapons," Rendell said. This legislative effort would not change the sentencing guidelines that judges employ or the factors that parole boards can consider. The law would apply to people previously convicted of such violent crimes as manslaughter, robbery and rape. For such criminals, almost any second arrest would trigger the tougher sentencing schedule.
Mayor Nutter will ask a Common Pleas judge to reconsider her r... Read the rest of "Yo, Philly in the News"Week Around the Ists Photograph of Times Square during the first moments of 2009 by Neil Epstein/Gothamist Gothamist said good-bye to 2008 by looking back at the year and rang in 2009 in Times Square. (God bless YouTube for capturing Kathy Griffin's salty New Year's comments to a heckler.)Phillyist interviewed Robert Bielski, whose father will be played by Daniel Craig in the upcoming film, Defiance.Seattlest entered 2009 shaking off some bad pizza recommen... Read the rest of "Week Around the Ists"PhotoistClick to see full version
Title: Star of David on the move
Photographer: Prof. Jas. Mundie
Location: Mummers Parade 2009
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