Weekend Whirligig

A lot going on this weekend. Citizens For a No Kill Philadelphia are based here in Roxborough. Garrett Elwood is sincere in his desire for Philly to reach this goal.
Also tonight, there will be a tree lighting ceremony in Canal View Park in Manayunk. Our favorite politicians, City Councilman Curtis Jones Jr and State Rep. Kathy Manderino are said to be making an appearance. For more details on Classic Holidays in Manayunk, click here.

Personally, I'll see you at the Flat Rock Saloon, have a Christmas beer. Holidays are finally here.

Gobble! Gobble!

The Hooters are back in town playing their Pre-Thanksgiving concert at the Electric Factory. Last year, they gave out their newest album "Time Stand Still". This time around they are releasing a double-live album, "Both Sides Live", half was which was taken from their performance at last year's concert. Hooray!!! Stay tuned Black Friday and I'll let you know about some things happening events out and about Our Town.
For now here's Christopher Titus talking about a Thanksgiving and his mom. Be thankful you're not from his family. Happy Thanksgiving!

Farewell, Madam Councilwoman

As you may already know, former fourth district councilwoman Carol Ann Campbell had died. She was a polarizing figure in the district in the city at large. She could be viewed as a valued leader or as a symbol of the Philadelphia's old politics, depends on who you asked. Plenty has been written about her. I often noted her lack of presence during her re-election campaign. (Except for the one time she actually attended a debate with her two Democratic nomination rivals.) Here is what came from the Office of Councilman Curtis Jones Jr.

"Today is a sad day in Philadelphia. A titan has transitioned. She was well respected by friend and foe alike. During her tenure in City Council she was responsible for several important pieces of legislation including the creation of the Committee of the Disabled and being a staunch advocate for the handicapped and creating the 4th District Basic System Repair Program. She was an advocate for the less fortunate. She challenged the status quo and had a distinguished career learning her trade from her late father Edgar Campbell. She will be forever considered as an advocate for those things she believed in."

Scarlet Fever!

In the end, it was worth the waiting. Plus Icy Hot helps relieve the aches and pains.