When you’ve got an hour and an itch to swing, Bethlehem Executive Golf Course is the no-fuss spot to squeeze in a quick loop, tune up…
635 Illick's Mill Rd
“When you’ve got an hour and an itch to swing, Bethlehem Executive Golf Course is the no-fuss spot to squeeze in a quick loop, tune up wedges and putter, or bring a newbie without the pressure. It’s local, friendly, and perfect for keeping the swing warm between Monocacy marathons.”
Jordan Lanes has that classic Lehigh Valley bowling energy, plus a chill bar, full menu, and 10 Brunswick Gold Crown tables when you need a…
731 Jordan Pkwy (Whitehall Township)
“Jordan Lanes has that classic Lehigh Valley bowling energy, plus a chill bar, full menu, and 10 Brunswick Gold Crown tables when you need a break from the lanes. Leagues, birthdays, or just a weeknight reset, their events calendar keeps things lively, and they’ve been at it since 1955.”
B Social Bowling blends bowling and axe throwing with a hyper-local menu, craft brews in an indoor/outdoor beer garden, and inventive…
3717 PA-378
“B Social Bowling blends bowling and axe throwing with a hyper-local menu, craft brews in an indoor/outdoor beer garden, and inventive cocktails across three bars. Round up the crew this week, roll a few frames, then demolish pies fresh from the pizza oven.”
Steel Club pairs a classic Donald Ross 27-hole playground with BeamYard’s legit lineup of 24 beers on tap plus cocktails and wine. Line up…
700 Linden Ave (Hellertown)
“Steel Club pairs a classic Donald Ross 27-hole playground with BeamYard’s legit lineup of 24 beers on tap plus cocktails and wine. Line up a tee time, then linger over something cold while the pool crowd chills nearby, because your week deserves a little Saucon Valley recharge.”
When the group chat can't decide between catching the game or button-mashing, Dave & Buster's Philadelphia delivers with massive screens, a…
325 N Christopher Columbus Blvd (Philadelphia)
“When the group chat can't decide between catching the game or button-mashing, Dave & Buster's Philadelphia delivers with massive screens, a stacked arcade, and food plus craft cocktails or mocktails. Great for rallying the crew before an Eagles game or celebrating random Tuesday wins.”
Our Aquatic Neighbors Mural turns a 1500 square foot wall into a love letter to the Delaware River, with great blue heron, sturgeon,…
Trenton Ave &, E Norris St (Philadelphia)
“Our Aquatic Neighbors Mural turns a 1500 square foot wall into a love letter to the Delaware River, with great blue heron, sturgeon, bufflehead ducks, beaver and freshwater mussels showing up like neighbors. Built with local students and Skype a Scientist, it’s smart, joyful public art to visit this week.”
Whether you're new to golf or just chasing that satisfying thwack, Strawberry Green Driving Range has complimentary clubs, experienced…
1500 N 33rd St (Philadelphia)
“Whether you're new to golf or just chasing that satisfying thwack, Strawberry Green Driving Range has complimentary clubs, experienced trainers, and plenty of room to groove your shot.”
Part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s ever-growing outdoor gallery, Peace Through Imagination Mural is one of those pieces that quietly resets…
416 Monroe St (Philadelphia)
“Part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s ever-growing outdoor gallery, Peace Through Imagination Mural is one of those pieces that quietly resets your brain during a neighborhood walk. It’s bright, reflective, and great for a quick pause between errands, plus it sparks the kind of sidewalk conversations Philly excels at.”
If you’ve got access, St. Martin's Golf Course delivers pure old-school vibes at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, the kind of classic layout…
415 W Willow Grove Ave (Philadelphia)
“If you’ve got access, St. Martin's Golf Course delivers pure old-school vibes at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, the kind of classic layout that clears your head and steadies the week in a single round. Bring a friend, stripe a few, leave smugly happier than you arrived.”
Libertee Grounds blends a 9-hole mini-golf course with a relaxed bar serving Asian American bites, plus a golf simulator lounge when you…
1600 W Girard Ave Ste C5 (Philadelphia)
“Libertee Grounds blends a 9-hole mini-golf course with a relaxed bar serving Asian American bites, plus a golf simulator lounge when you want to swing for real. Great for weeknight hangs, low-stakes competition, and that friend group that can never agree on just drinks.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 15, 2026
Tree of Knowledge Mural is a 2003 Mural Arts Philadelphia piece by Michael Webb honoring Eisenhower Fellowships, and its leaves hide…
1301 Market St (Philadelphia)
“Tree of Knowledge Mural is a 2003 Mural Arts Philadelphia piece by Michael Webb honoring Eisenhower Fellowships, and its leaves hide objects alluding to human endeavor, knowledge, and perseverance. It’s the kind of mural you can linger at on a lunch break, spotting something new every time.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 19, 2026
Meg Saligman’s 1999 Philadelphia Muses Mural reimagines the nine classical muses as a whirring arts machine, spinning out perfect spheres…
&, S 13th St & Locust St (Philadelphia)
“Meg Saligman’s 1999 Philadelphia Muses Mural reimagines the nine classical muses as a whirring arts machine, spinning out perfect spheres with portraits of local performers and clever circular motifs. Painted in studio on parachute cloth then applied like giant decoupage, it’s a quick, energizing art detour.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 5, 2026
If this week needs a blissful green timeout, Bala Golf Club is Philly's ultra-convenient private hang, a picturesque William Flynn design…
2200 Belmont Ave (Philadelphia)
“If this week needs a blissful green timeout, Bala Golf Club is Philly's ultra-convenient private hang, a picturesque William Flynn design with major championship pedigree and 125-plus years of tradition, where you can go from Center City to the first tee in 12 minutes.”
Landmark's Ritz Five is the rare theater that actually curates, a five-screen home for independent, foreign, and documentary films with the…
214 Walnut St (Philadelphia)
“Landmark's Ritz Five is the rare theater that actually curates, a five-screen home for independent, foreign, and documentary films with the kind of special series and one-off screenings that make you feel in-the-know.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 8, 2026
Whether you're dialing in wedges or sneaking in a fast round, Juniata Golf Club keeps it fun with a layout packed with par 3s, a no-fuss…
1391 E Cayuga St (Philadelphia)
“Whether you're dialing in wedges or sneaking in a fast round, Juniata Golf Club keeps it fun with a layout packed with par 3s, a no-fuss pro shop, and golf outings for clubs and groups that feel neighborly, not stuffy.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 22, 2026
Play Mini Golf brings 18 holes of blacklight mini golf with upbeat music, plus foosball, ping pong, and console games for the in-between…
901 Market St (Philadelphia)
“Play Mini Golf brings 18 holes of blacklight mini golf with upbeat music, plus foosball, ping pong, and console games for the in-between bragging. It’s an easy, weatherproof hang for Philly nights or a low-stress party spot when you just want laughs and friendly trash talk.”
If you’re up for a quick Philly detour, Water Gives Life Mural - by Eurhi Jones and David McShane rewards the trip with a dreamy botanical…
1320 Arch St (Philadelphia)
“If you’re up for a quick Philly detour, Water Gives Life Mural - by Eurhi Jones and David McShane rewards the trip with a dreamy botanical panorama inspired by Ruth Asawa, connecting rivers, city pipes, and local flora, and reimagining a beloved 1998 wall into a fresh sustainability conversation.”
Whether you're fine-tuning your wedges or introducing a newbie without committing a full 18, Cobbs Creek Golf Campus packs a 68-bay…
7400 Lansdowne Ave (Philadelphia)
“Whether you're fine-tuning your wedges or introducing a newbie without committing a full 18, Cobbs Creek Golf Campus packs a 68-bay Toptracer range with heated bays, a Tiger Woods' TGR Design 9-hole short course, and the Charlie Sifford inspired Little Horse Tavern.”
Whether you’re sneaking in a quick bucket from weather controlled tees or chasing aces on the freshly landscaped 18 with seven working…
401 Cottman Ave (Philadelphia)
“Whether you’re sneaking in a quick bucket from weather controlled tees or chasing aces on the freshly landscaped 18 with seven working fountains, Burholme Family Fun Center hits the sweet spot.”
From Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey to touring acts and family shows, PPL Center is the easy pick when you want something fun without…
701 Hamilton St (Allentown)
“From Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey to touring acts and family shows, PPL Center is the easy pick when you want something fun without leaving town. Mobile ticketing is simple, and grabbing Chickie's & Pete's or Tim Hortons between periods makes it feel like an effortless night out.”
Bethlehem Golf Club’s Monocacy course is a classic 18-hole design from William and David Gordon with rolling terrain and legit championship…
400 Illick's Mill Rd
“Bethlehem Golf Club’s Monocacy course is a classic 18-hole design from William and David Gordon with rolling terrain and legit championship bite, so you’ll use every club this week. Solid local pick when you want country-club-caliber greens without the fuss, just pure Bethlehem golf.”
Whether you need to tame a slice or sneak in a little practice, Lucky Strokes Golf & Grill has a laid-back driving range plus a fun…
7200 Airport Rd (Bath)
“Whether you need to tame a slice or sneak in a little practice, Lucky Strokes Golf & Grill has a laid-back driving range plus a fun mini-golf course. Rally the crew, grab a bucket, or book lessons and parties for an easy midweek reset.”
Bound Together, Mural by Tim McFarlane is a bold abstract public mural in Philadelphia that honors Chinatown’s northern edge while nodding…
388 N 10th St (Philadelphia)
“Bound Together, Mural by Tim McFarlane is a bold abstract public mural in Philadelphia that honors Chinatown’s northern edge while nodding to the area’s rural past. Created in summer 2021, it’s the kind of outdoor piece that rewards a slow look, then another, then a photo.”
Franklin Square keeps summer lively with the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival glowing through August 16, a dancing fountain show, the…
200 N 6th St (Philadelphia)
“Franklin Square keeps summer lively with the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival glowing through August 16, a dancing fountain show, the Parx Liberty Carousel, and Center City’s only 18-hole Philly Mini Golf modeled after hometown landmarks. Grab a SquareBurger, then see who sinks the most ridiculous bank shot.”
