Waterfront Square is a completely new concept for Philadelphia. It offers an incredible opportunity to people who want to live in the city but feel as though they reside in a secluded resort. Isle of Capri Associates, the developers of Waterfront Square Condominiums & Spa conducted preliminary market studies, which indicated a desire for an elegant riverfront residential community that offers a lifestyle of comfort, security and service-rich environment. When I arrived for my Staycation on Friday night this was the first thing I saw as I walked through the door:
Ok the 2nd thing, here’s the foyer

My condo retails for $639,000, a bit out of my price range, but I hear they have more affordable ones for me in the $300,000 range.
The list of amenities is crazy. Gated community with luxury Amenities: Spa and Fitness Center,Health Club,Indoor Swimming Pool overlooking Delaware River,Sundeck,This is on top of the multi story parking garage.
It’s a 9 hole golf course, plus a park setting to walk your dogs, relax and just take in the views on any one of the benches around the space. It’s like a courtyard for the buildings.

I couldn’t get over the views day and

nightWalking/Jogging Trail,Sauna,Concierge Service,Conference Room,Putting Green,Shuttle Service to Center City,Covered Garage with Parking and Valet Parking,24 Hour Security.
Modern Kitchen with Granite countertops,stainless Steel appliances and ceramic titles. In home Washer and Dryer,Prewire for Cable/Phone. Oversize windows overlooking Delaware River. Close to all major roads/restaurants and nightlife!!
Saturday night James Zeleniak (here with wife Alicia Crawford-Zeleniak), The Waterfront Square Condos, Fish, Fork and Yards Brewery hosted a fantastic party for PhillyChitChat’s 3rd Anniversary. I was limited on space and didn’t want to wear out my welcome so I only invited a few of the people who have really helped me over the years with my blog.
Maria Papadakis and Ashley Keen stopped by to join in the celebration.

Aida Starta and Stacey Kracher

Mike, Amber G and Kendra. Both Amber and Kendra live here in separate buildings. They love the security, the gated community. The neighborhood society, in fact later in the evening they went to the Lighthouse, which is where the community room is, to join in a neighborhood community party. And what a neighborhood it is, it has over 1,000 units, but it doesn’t feel overcrowded as there is enough space to roam around.
The lovely Erin Elmore. Thank you thank you thank you. I met Erin in Aug 2008 at a Philly Mag Best of party. We became fast friends and she’s been so generous to me over the years. It seems like we’ve known each other a lot longer than that and I consider her to be one of my besties.

Thanks to Flower child for the beautiful flowers that awaited me when I walked through the door. Everything was so beautiful, and thoughtful. I am so grateful.
Jamyra Perry, Jonathan Vendrick and Melony Roy. These three have been thick as thieves with me, also offering good advice, and Jonathan keeping me up to date with what can be told about the goings on at the Loews Hotel. I believe mostly due to the velvet touch of Jonathan Vendrick is why many celebrities choose to stay at the Loews because Jonathan is the VIP Concierge and he takes care of their every need. Rose petals on your bed anyone?
Janice Lim and Erin Elmore and those sexy legs. Erin is about to jet off to San Fran to be with her new beau Jamie. I hope we don’t lose Erin to the City by the Bay, but it could happen. Those two are dynamite together.

What’s a HughE party without fireworks.
This unit had 2 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths. Too much luxury to get used to.
I loved watching the river and all it’s activity. Now I was on the 14th Floor, but I believe there are great views from almost every floor.

On July 7th I will celebrate 3 years being PhillyChitChat. Although I have to say the blog really didn’t take off until Aug 2008, and then super dooper after I met Sabrina Tamburino in Nov 2008 at a Philly Style Magazine party. I have only missed maybe 10 entries in the 3 years since I started. Sure I have had some sucky ones and I apologize;)
Beautiful Lobby
My friends who are always there for me, even when I might be too busy to see them on a regular basis. My partner Mike, one of my long time friends Scott, who I have known for about 20 years, and my bird watching friend Marty. (Some of my other friends couldn’t make it as it seemed to be a big vacation week.)
I’m having another party for a larger segment of friends on July 4th at my house as I can see the Art Museum fireworks.

Peggy Trott and Brenda MendteMatt Valahos, Mike Toub, Krista and Chris Gabello and Jimmy Contreras


Eventually they will have 5 buildings for the complex. So far three buildings have been built, and 2 are fully occupied. The third building has just been completed and it’s ready for residents. That is the one I stayed at and it was magnificent. The construction is solid, the windows really keep out the noise, but it’s the city and I like the noise so I left them partially opened. The views, I don’t have to tell you about the views. I currently live in a luxury building, but this complex blows away anything I have ever seen deemed luxury, and the another great feature is it’s only 3 blocks from Northern Liberties, shopping, food and night life. If you can afford to live in a community like this, and you are looking to live in Philadelphia, you can’t afford not to look at the Waterfront Square Condos.

Another in a series of pictures taken with my cell phone. (Or I finally figured out how to get the pixs off the darn BB)
Today at 39th & Walnut, at the Radium Building, please visit my Aunt Mary’s and Cousin Kelly’s fruit & vegetable stand at the farmers market.

Recently Chipotle
redesigned the windows at the former Susanna Foo’s restaurant. Foo had designed and picked out the windows herself. Now they have been enlarged them and paved a new sidewalk.In the evening a Philly cop guarded the newly done work
Mike
Bloomie’s flower shop vacated 13th & Walnut a year ago, but finally some activity is happening.
Right up the street from Tutti Fruitti which slipped in there unnoticed after Bonti left
Will be another Sweet Endings, taking over the spot of the flower store. guess the rumors of that corner being demolished in order to build a condo, is being tabled at this time. Hmm Korean Ice Cream!!
This guy is using the old headshop’s front door as a mirror. I chatted with the new owners and they are building an upscale cigar place in the same space. Complete with humidors.

Rittenhouse Square Friends need a new bench
Have a nice weekend. Mike and I are off to our staycation at the Waterfront Condo’s on Delaware Ave to see how the other half lives.

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I remember I had taken the day off from work and spent it with my sister. I had kept it from her that Farrah Fawcett had died that morning, but when I heard Michael Jackson had died we both wanted to watch the news. So then I had to tell her about Farrah too just in case they announced it. I cried all the way home, for Farrah, Michael Jackson and for my sister. IT was a sad day.

This year’s Fourth of July Festivities is grander than years gone by with a schedule that is chock full of fun things to do and see (These are just my highlights, full schedule at the bottom of entry and it’s a doosie):

Kicking off the week is the Taste of Philadelphia on June 26th at Penns Landing.
Taste of Philadelphia
5:00 p.m. – 4/25; 11AM 6/26; 11AM 6/27;
Penn’s Landing
Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street
Interested in sampling cuisine from the region’s best chefs? Come and try amazing “tastes” from some of the most popular restaurants in the city and find new favorite menu items! Stroll the waterfront while you’re “dining” and listen to some great beats at the same time. Participating restaurants include: Hard Rock Café, Tony Lukes, Steaks on South and many more.

Saturday 6/26/10 – NBA NATION PRESENTED BY SPRITE, T-MOBILE USA & KIA MOTORS BRINGS HOOPS & STARS TO THE TASTE OF PHILADELPHIA

at 2pm Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, Philadelphia, PA
Specifically, the competition will start at 4PM in the East Parking Lot of Great Plaza.

Special appearances include*:

• NBA Legend and NBA Nation Ambassador Darryl Dawkins – appearing Saturday, June 26, 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. and at the Kia Performance Court on Sunday, June 27, 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
• NBA Player Thaddeus Young, Philadelphia 76er – appearing Saturday, June 26, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
• Justin Friedlander, Justin’s Quest Founder – appearing Saturday, June 26, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Ex 76er and dunk legend Darryl Dawkins and two dunking All-Stars will be judging until the final round, then the winner will be determined by fan votes. The first place winner will receive $1,000, a Flip Video and the chance to travel to All Star 2011 in LA to compete for $10,000. Second place will get $500. Show your support for Philly and its most legit dunkers

WEDNESDAY JUNE 30
Wawa Hoagie Day and Philly @ The Movies: Rocky
7:00 p.m. Hoagie Day
9:00 p.m. Movie
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Join Wawa for an epic Philadelphia double feature: the famed Hoagie Day celebration followed by a special screening of Rocky, all free of charge! Wawa will serve a culinary masterpiece fit for display in one of the museum’s galleries – a mile-long hoagie! Enjoy a party atmosphere and fun before settling down for Philly @ the Movies at the foot of the “Rocky steps” at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It’s a one-two combo that can’t be beat! See below for information on how to enter the “Rocky” Contest.
I enjoy going to a few of the smaller parades in the local towns. To find this info check the Philadelphia Inquirer newspaper on Friday July 2nd in the weekend section.

July 4th
Celebration of Freedom
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Independence Hall
520 Chestnut Street
Join Mayor Michael A. Nutter and other local dignitaries as they kick off the day’s festivities at a ceremony honoring America’s 234th birthday.The Philadelphia Independence Day Parade: Life, Liberty & You
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Historic Philadelphia
Bring your flags, patriotic spirit and plenty of energy to America’s best 4th of July parade and revel in the pageantry that has made this march through Historic Philadelphia a new local tradition.




Party on the Parkway
12:00 noon – 8:00 p.m.
Benjamin Franklin Parkway, 20th Street to Eakins Oval
The whole family will enjoy this afternoon of fun, free entertainment and of course, lots of food! Stay for the Life, Liberty & You concert starring The Goo Goo Dolls and jaw dropping fireworks later in the evening. More information can be found at: http://www.WelcomeAmerica.com.Philadelphia City Hall Tours M-F at 12:30PM from Rm 121. Plus see the City from the 40th Observation Floor every 15 minutes, but pick up your timed tickets from Rm 121
as it’s first come first served and they go quickly. ($5 – $10) Also pick up maps of the city, pamphlets on the city and the July Fourth Celebrations here as well as the Visitor Center at 5th & Market Streets
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This year there is 3 nights of fireworks:

Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing

6/26 – Concert with Morris Day and the Time 8PM, followed by Fireworks

7/3 – Wachovia, a Wells Fargo Company, presents The Philadelphia Orchestra’s FREE Neighborhood Concert and Fireworks! 8PM

The Philadelphia Art Museum July 4th 8PM
Ceremony, Concert – The Roots, Goo Goo Dolls
Fireworks

For much more and updated information go to America’s Birthday dot com

Philadelphia-native Craig Robinson, currently starring on ABC’s The Bachelorette and possible next Bachelor, will be hosting a Poolside Brunch Party at The Chelsea Hotel in Atlantic City this Saturday, June 26, 2010, from 12pm to 6pm. Robinson, aka “Craig R.” on the show, has made it to the final seven as of this week’s episode this past Monday night. The Chelsea Hotel is Atlantic City’s only boutique, non-gaming hotel, that has revolutionized Atlantic City’s “daylife” and “nightlife,” specifically with its pool deck and poolside Cabanas. The Chelsea has created a nighttime atmosphere during the day around the pool and Robinson is hosting this all-day brunch party that will feature Champagne Floats, flowing bottles of Rose and a DJ spinning house music. A new bistro brunch menu has been created which will be served poolside. For more information or reservations call 609-428-4544 or email c5reservations@thechelsea-ac.com.

Brandywine Polo Club Announces 1st Annual Philadelphia Cup
Philadelphia Style and Media Correspondent Maria Papadakis host
annual US Polo Association tournament
to benefit Queen Silvia of Sweden’s World Childhood Foundation
On Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 1:30pm, the Brandywine Polo Club
will present the 1st annual Philadelphia Cup on their tournament grounds in Toughkenamon, PA. The Philadelphia Racquet Club, Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce and Mexican Cultural Center have joined Brandywine as partners for this year’s festivities.
Proceeds from the event will go the World Childhood Foundation founded by Her Majesty Queen Silvia of Sweden. Hosts for the 2010 Philadelphia Cup include Philadelphia Style magazine and a roster of renowned local celebrities including Media Correspondent and Brand Ambassador Maria Papadakis, Miss Philadelphia 2010, Andrea Helfrich. Featured International Polo Professionals include Juan Martinez Baez (MX), Dominic State (UK), Pablo Avalos (ARG) and Jose Pasten (CHI).
WHERE:
Brandywine Polo, 232 Polo Rd., Toughkenamon, PA 19374
WHEN:
Sunday, June 27, 2010
1:30PM: Light savory fare
2:15PM: Brief orientation to the game of polo and a tour of the grounds
3:00PM: Match begins

What: Would you like to help Tiger Woods out and Have you ever wanted the chance for revenge and step in a ring with one of his mistresses ,well you can now as Melinda Jannette “aka” Devon James will step into the Celebrity Wrestling Ring in a Female Boxing match live on July 30th against an opponent TBA.

If you want to be considered to be the opponent, email celebritywrestlingfederation@gmail.com . The event will be with the new BIG Bang Boxing Gloves. Devon James who is one of the better known Tiger Woods Mistresses will make her ring debut thanks to her manager Gina Rodriguez from DD Management Group. Opponent will be announced next week.

When:July 30 9 PM

Where: Atlantic City ,NJ TBA

Doesn’t anyone believe in Jello Wrestling anymore?