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Eastern State Penitentiary – The wondrous prison-turned-museum offers first-ever public tours of its Hospital Block after a series of stabilization projects have made the medical wing safe for visitors. Among the spaces are an operation room, laboratories, X-ray lab and solarium—some still contain original medical artifacts. 2027 Fairmount Avenue, (215) 236-3300, easternstate.org
Philly Speakeasy to Benefit Childhood Cancer Research
Philadelphia, PA - The Speakeasy, hosted by the newly rebranded Young Professionals of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (YPALSF), returns Saturday, April 22 at 8 PM at the Pyramid Club. The annual prohibition-themed mixology event is back and better than ever to benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF). Since 2012, the Speakeasy has raised more than $100,000 for ALSF and childhood cancer research.
Museum of the American Revolution - Historic Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA -The drama unfolds exhibit by exhibit. Just two blocks from Independence Hall—the command center for the Revolution—the newest addition to America’s most historic square mile documents the strategic wins, crushing losses and world-altering consequences of the war for We the People. 101 S. 3rd Street, (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org
The Reef Restaurant and Lounge (Photo: Karen Macaraya)
The Reef Restaurant and Lounge (located at 605 South 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19147) recently held an event that highlighted the Virgin Islands Centennial Celebration for 2017. Commissioner of Tourism, Beverly Nicholson Doty, was in attendance. She spoke about how this year is a very special year for the Virgin Islands. March 31st 2017 marked the 100th year anniversary of the Danish West Indies becoming the Virgin Islands of the United States. It's a special time for honoring its history and culture.
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