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September 2008

Cover Story
The Top 50 School Districts 2008
Now that testing mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act produces achievement data across every level of instruction, we’ve used this flood of figures to identify school systems that stand out from their peers.
Brian Sweeney
 
 

Features

Charles Ramsey's War

Five days, seven homicides, a bear attack, one sassy transsexual, and the Dalai Lama—just another week for our new commissioner
Richard Rys
 

Class Acts

From advanced science and technology to international exchange, here’s an honor roll of schools that excel in eight major areas
Timothy Haas, Editor; Research by...
 
 

Class Acts: The $212,000,000 School

Led by Episcopal Academy, Philly’s elite private schools are in the midst of a billion-dollar building binge
Tom McGrath
 

Fringe Player

Nick Stuccio, Co-founder of the Fringe Festival, has become Philly’s arbiter of the avant-garde. Artists find a problem with this
Vicki Glembocki
 
 

The Best B&B Getaways

A list of 20 fabulous fall destinations.  The best Bed and Breakfast Getaways just outside of your door
Christy Speer
 

The Betrayal

For 30 years, you were either on Vince Fumo's side or he’d destroy you.  His family operates the same way
Jason Fagone
 
 
 

Departments

Exit Interview: KaDee Strickland

You can take the sweet girl out of Georgia, but you can’t take away her Southern charm or explosive laugh
Richard Rys
 

Icons: A Volatile Market

When Rick Olivieri was kicked out of Reading Terminal after selling cheesesteaks, a different culture clash threatened the market
Steve Volk
 
 

Suburban Journal: Say Goodbye to Collom Street

Three years ago, Newtown Square’s Jackie O’Connor met Germantown’s Nicole Austin-Hall. It would end up changing both their lives
Jenna Bergen
 
 

Dining, Food & Wine

A Better Turkey Burger

A new turkey burger recipe relying on a generous amount of finely diced apples
Joy Manning
 

Dinner With: Chef Jim Burke

A chat with Chef Jim Burke of James restaurant, recently named a Food & Wine Best New Chef
 
 

Eat This Now: Macarons

This delicate Parisian favorite has become artillery for pastry chef Frank Urso of Parc
April White
 

In Search Of: Great Steaks

A little lesson in steak, just in time for the glut of new steakhouses opening in Center City
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Kanella Review: It’s Cypriot to Me

Kanella dishes up a new taste of the Mediterranean
Joy Manning
 

Maia Review: Your Table Is (Finally) Ready

It was three years in the making. Now can Villanova’s Maia eclipse its own hype?
Joy Manning
 
 

On Tap: Sly Fox Saison Vos

An IPA-like brew which packs a punch with a crisp, clean taste
Marnie Old
 

Right Now Recipe: Apothecary’s Midtown Village

Apothecary’s trendy Manhattan-like cocktail celebrates the rise of 13th street’s Apothecary Bar + Lounge
April White
 
 

Spirits: Rye Times

Apothecary puts its signature on a new nightlife scene
April White
 

What to Drink Tonight: Sauvignon Blanc Montes 2007 “Leyda Vineyard” Chile

Chile's white wine delivers great taste with style
Marnie Old
 
 

What to Drink: September 2008

From BBQ to BYOB-- how to make the perfect match
Marnie Old
 

Where I'm Eating: Bistrot La Minette

New bistro in Queen Village proves to be worthy of a visit
JOY MANNING
 
 

Where We're Eating: September 2008

The hot spots Philly Mag staffers are eating at this month
Ashley Primis, Bridget Salmons, April...
 
 

Shopping & Style

Good Life Daily: Main Street Shopping Guide

Small town browsing at its finest! Explore six great shopping towns worth spending the day in
Ashley Primis, Editor
 

Style Report: First Looks at Gramercy, Main Line Green Home, and Vivi G.

Your first peek at Gramercy, Main Line Green Home, and Vivi G.
ASHLEY PRIMIS
 
 

Style Report: Lululemon, Egan Day, Vintique & Odi

Great finds from Lululemon, Egan Day, and Vintique and Odi
ASHLEY PRIMIS
 

Web Original: Top 5 Buys to Fall-ify Your Home

Top five home accessories sure to welcome in the new season with style
Emily Gagne
 
 
 

Pulse

60-Second Critic: September 2008

Quick reviews of local books, music and more
Christine Speer, Editor
 

Brooke de la Villanova: High Society

Brooke's latest dish on Philly's high society
Brooke de la Villanova
 
 

Chatter: Ball Busters

Drama on the greens
Christine Speer
 

Chatter: Ku Klux Cabs

Racism is alive and well inside Philly taxis
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Foodstuffs: Meat Marketing

Hoagies as health food
April White
 

Legislation: What Phil Goldsmith Did On His Summer Vacation

A gun-control crusader takes a road trip
Tom McGrath
 
 

Philadelphicon: The Comcast Center Lobby

The new face of public art in Philadelphia?
Christine Speer
 

Sam Katz’s Power Lunch: Quick Study

Between meetings, Drexel president Taki Papadakis schools Sam Katz (over salads) on creating an A-list university
Sam Katz
 
 
 

Other

Back to Sleep

Forget the notebooks and graphing calculator. The most important thing your kids need this school year is sleep
Ali Cahill
 

Boycott AC/DC!!!

Is the price worth the band?
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Critic's Notebook: Feed Your Brain

Food podcasts for feeding your brain
JOY MANNING
 

Critic's Notebook: Happy Birthday, Buddakan!

Stephen Starr's Buddakan celebrates its 10th birthday
Joy Manning
 
 

Critic's Notebook: I'll Be Back

Philadelphia's best restaurants that will make you come back for seconds
Joy Manning
 

Critic's Notebook: Ready for Oktober

Fall's Oktoberfest celebrations hit Philadelphia


Joy Manning
 
 

Critic's Notebook: Sour Power

Phileo gives Philly a taste of sour power
Joy Manning
 

Critic's Notebook: You Say Tomato, I Say Dessert

Tomatoes that will satisfy your sweet tooth
JOY MANNING
 
 

Live Arts Festival/Philly Fringe 2008 Preview

Philadelphia’s talented artists all under one roof
M.B. Case
 

Performance Review: Candide at the Arden

Review  of Voltaire’s Candide directed by Terrence J. Nolen
M.B. Case
 
 

Performance Review: Pig Iron's (Not So) Sweet By-and-By

Review of The Sweet By-and-By by Pig Iron Theatre Company and Daniel Rudholm of Teater Sláva
MB Case
 

Shopping Report: Philly's Got the Blues

Philly-based Intellifit has paired with California-based IndiDenim to create a totally customizable denim experience
Ashley Primis
 
 

Sneak Peek at Steve Lopez (as Interpreted by Robert Downey Jr.) in The Soloist

Your first look at The Sololist, starring Robert Downey Jr. and Jamie Foxx.
Victor Fiorillo
 

Street Style, Week 3: September 19, 2008

Read the last Street Style here

Carrie Denny
 
 

Street Style: Week 1: September 5, 2008

Hitting the pavement these days to find fabulously stylish Philadelphians
Carrie Denny
 

Street Style: Week 2: September 12, 2008

Read the last Street Style here
Carrie Denny
 
 

Style Report: September 10, 2008

Lifestyle editor Ashley Primis's style report for the week of September 10, 2008.
ASHLEY PRIMIS
 

Style Report: September 11, 2008

Lifestyle editor Ashley Primis's style report for the week of September 11, 2008.
Ashley Primis
 
 

The Dead and Obama: FOX News Should Have a Field Day

The Grateful Dead dead reuniting for an Obama benefit?
Victor Fiorillo
 

Ticket Alert: Brian Wilson

Mentally complicated musical genius Brian Wilson comes to Glenside's Keswick Theatre
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Ticket Alert: Fat White Men

What do these three artists have in common? Being a Fat White Man
Victor Fiorillo
 

Ticket Alert: Neil Young and One Royal Ripoff

To avoid scalpers and Craigslist scams, consult this handy guide to the shows soon to go on sale ...
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Ticket Alert: Pink Floyd (sort of), One Conflicted Comic and... Amy Grant???

To avoid scalpers and Craigslist scams, consult this handy guide to the shows soon to go on sale ...
Victor Fiorillo
 

Ticket Giveaway: David Sedaris at the Academy!!!

Best-selling author David Sedaris will make his Academy of Music appearance on October 14th in support of his new essay...
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Top 5 Back-to-School Buys

Okay, so the days of Trapper Keepers, colored pencils and plastic lunchboxes are over.
Emily Gagne
 

Top 5 Lighting Stores

Fashion editor Emily Gagne tells us her top 5 lighting shops in Philadelphia.
Emily Gagne
 
 

Top 5 Summer-to-Fall Buys

Gotta-have-it finds that will stylishly get you through these next few weeks—because flip-flops and wool pants just doesn’t cut it.
Emily Gagne
 

Web Original: Critic's Notebook: What to Eat This Weekend

This year’s annual Chester County Restaurant Festival proves to be a wonderful way to spend an afternoon
Joy Manning
 
 

Web Original: Where I’m Eating: Pub & Kitchen

Jonathan McDonald unveils a delectable menu at his Pub & Kitchen
Joy Manning
 

What to Drink Tonight: Pinot Noir Coppola “Director’s Cut” 2006 California

Wine expert Marnie Old tells us why Pinot Noir Coppola “Director’s Cut” 2006, California, is a  a fun bottle to...
Marnie Old
 
 

What's What With ... Lynda Carter

From seemingly out of nowhere, Lynda Carter, known best for her '70s role as Wonder Woman, turned up this week...
Victor Fiorillo
 
 
 
 

January 2008

Exclusive: A Family's StrugglePhiladelphia Home: Mad About Mid-Century ModernThe Godfather’s Daughter
More
 

February 2008

“Embrace Your Madness”The 2008 Philly Mag 50The Last Union Town
More
 
 

March 2008

Everything You Know About Philly Real Estate Is WrongIt’s 5 p.m. Do You Know Where Your Husband Is?How Matt Lauer Is Wrecking the Philly Real Estate Market
More
 

April 2008

The White HouseThe FirmsInside the Mind of a … Genius?
More
 
 

May 2008

Above Par: The Best CoursesTop Doctors 2008: My Daughter’s $29,000 AppendectomyTop Doctors 2008
More
 

June 2008

The Shore '08The New Hamptons?The Feud
More
 
 

July 2008

A Teacher's StoryThe AnthropologistThe Easy, Breezy, Laid-Back, Super-Relaxed, We-Love-Summer Guide to Outdoor Dining
More
 

August 2008

Stop, by Andrew WyethBest of Philly 2008: The Best PhiladelphianWeb Extra: Adopt a Pet
More
 
 

September 2008

The Top 50 School Districts 2008Charles Ramsey's WarClass Acts: The $212,000,000 School
More
 

October 2008

The Making of a Philly Restaurant 2008The Making of a Philly Restaurant 2008: Open SecretsBrawl on the Square
More
 
 

November 2008

Single in Philly: Where Is the Love?How Did This Guy Turn This Guy Into Philly’s Most Popular Pitchman?The Last Great Lady
More
 

December 2008

Why Philly Matters: Ribbons in the SkylineWhy Philly Matters: Return to SenderSearching for Richardson Dilworth
More
 
 
 
 
Philadelphia It List

Best of Philly

Win Big with Best of Philly! Enter to win one of five fabulous Best of Philly prize packages!
 
 

Design Home 2010

Follow our progress as we continue the development of our 2010 Design Home in Lower Gwynedd, PA! Meet the builder, see floor plans and more as our grand project unfolds.
 
 

Craft Beer Experience

Featuring over 80 local brewed craft beers, food pairings, guest educators, brewers and more! September 25. City Tap House.
 
 

Philadelphia BYOB Restaurant Guide

See suggested restaurants with recommended wine pairings. Great Food & Great Wine.
 
 
 
 

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