South Street

South Street in Philadelphia is a good place to shop for trendy clothes and goods.

Valley Forge Park

Right outside Philadelphia is the famous national park, Valley Forge. It’s an excellent place to visit with a lot of history. George Washington stayed at the park in a log cabin.

Liberty Resources

Liberty Resources is a non-profit organization that advocates and promotes independent living for people with disabilities. More than half of the board and employees are persons with disabilities. Go here for any need you have for disabilities.

Zoo

Take your child to the Philadelphia Zoo. Within the main zoo area, there is a children’s zoo where kids can learn about animals and even pet some.

Plane Travel Tips

Here are important tips to remember when you travel by plane.

• Bring identification - you can’t get on a plane without it.


• No knives are allowed.


• Have your tickets with your name on it.


• No curb side check in.


• Get to airport four hours early to get through security.


• Be patient.

Limerick Flea Market

The Limerick Flea Market is located in Limerick, Pennsylvania. It’s a quick 45 minute drive from Philadelphia. You can find great food, shops, and activities. Phone - (610) 489-3338 Fax: (610) 489-9533 Located: On old Route 422 between Collegeville and Pottstown.

Weather

The weather in Philadelphia is seasonal. During the summer, it’s very humid. Usually, we don’t have a lot of snow, and winters aren’t extremely cold. Tree leaves start changing colors in mid-October and the signs of spring can be seen in April.

About Declaration of Independence

On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress, met in Philadelphia in the Independence Hall. They approved the Declaration of Independence. It declared the freedom and independence of the 13 American colonies from England.

History

Valley Forge had a six month encampment of the Continental Army of the United States of America under the command of General George Washington, a few miles from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
There wasn’t a battle from December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778, however, a fight against the elements and low morale were overcome on this sacred ground.

Cheesesteaks

Looking for good cheesesteaks in Philadelphia? Try these great places.
- Dalessandro's Steaks, Henry Avenue & Wendover, (215) 482-5407
- Geno’s Steaks, 1219 S.9th St., (215) 389-0659
- Jim's Steaks, 401 South Street, (215) 928-1911
- Pat's King of Steaks, 1011 E Passyunk Avenue, (215) 468-1546

Visit the Bell

You can visit the Liberty Bell from the hours 9am - 5pm. There are extended hours in the summer. The bell is always visible in glass. It’s one of our national symbols for freedom.