Laura Swartz

Deputy Editor, Digital

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Foobooz

The Foobooz Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Being Merry at Philly’s Christmas Village

There’s a lot to enjoy at the 2024 Christmas Village. Here are your must-eats and must-drinks.

Things to Do

Shop Hyper-Local With These Neighborhood Holiday Events

Support Philly businesses with special shopping events on Small Business Saturday and beyond.

Things to Do

Your Guide to the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philly

Where to watch, what to watch, and where to go after.

Things to Do

The Ultimate Guide to Philly’s Pop-Up Holiday Markets

Get in the spirit and do some shopping.

Foobooz

What Happens at Mr. Ivy Stays at Mr. Ivy — But We’re Giving You a Sneak Peek Anyway

An exclusive look inside the bold, new Northern Liberties space

Things to Do

A Guide to the Holidays in Franklin Square

Light shows, mini golf, cozy drinks, Santa visits and more to celebrate all season long.

Foobooz

25 Best Happy Hours in Philly for Every Occasion

Your guide to stiff after-work drinks, deals on food, happy hour hookups, and more.

Things to Do

Dilworth Park’s Skating Rink and Holiday Market Open This Week

Dilworth unveils its ice-skating rink, Wintergarden maze, and holiday season plans for November.

Foobooz

The Foobooz Guide to Cooking Nothing on Thanksgiving

Where to buy the perfect Thanksgiving dinner — so you don’t have to cook a single thing.

Philadelphia Wedding

Wedding Social Media Etiquette for Philly Couples and Their Guests

Sara Murray, CEO and founder of Confetti & Co., helps you communicate your preferences with grace.

Philadelphia Wedding

Here’s How to Pull Off a Wedding Dress Code

“Remember that it’s an ask if you decide to encourage specific colors or styles,” says Christiane Lehman, owner of Truly You Events.

City Life

Here Comes Howl-o-ween: Philly’s Top Dog Halloween Parties

Dress up your doggo for costume contests, pet parades and more spooky fun this season.

Things to Do

Where to Celebrate Halloween With Kids in Philly

From kid-friendly Halloween parties to spooky science to pumpkin everything, Philly’s little ones will definitely get plenty of wear out of those costumes this season.

City Life

Halloween for Grownups: Pop-Up Bars and More

From macabre cocktails to costume parties to haunted jaunts, there are so many ways to embrace Spooky Season.

City Life

Mayor Cherelle Parker Announces Support of 76ers Arena in Center City

“I wholeheartedly believe it is the right deal for the people of Philadelphia,” Parker said of 76 Place.