Embarrassing. I know. But we’ll get ‘em next time, Bird Gang! Until then, I’m taking a dip in the Gritty world. Let’s Go!

We are in full-on game season! To celebrate this week’s Flyers home opener, take your shot at winning a Flyers game of choice during October, or maybe kick off this weekend’s Eagles game with a pair of passes for a VIP tailgate. We’re going in, full steam ahead!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Jeff the Brotherhood have announced the Heavy Damage tour. These shredders don’t disappoint and will be adorning y’all with some scrappy rock n’ roll. Grab tickets now for this inevitable Ruba Club ripper.

• This one’s for my fellow “Wild Childs” out there. A little hair metal mania in the form of W.A.S.P., bringing a lashing of 80s hair whipping wailers from 1984 to Headless, it’s time to ignite with all the hits. Let’s turn it up!*

•  Local legends The Cobbs are gracing the stage of Johnny Brendas this fall. Always a wild turnout and major reunion of Philly musicians and friends. Don’t miss grabbing tickets for this one!

• The Shadowscene Holiday Bazaar returns this December! Be a part of an eclectic mash-up of creators, vendors, and entertainers. Total holiday mania shall ensue. Line-up is still pending, but if you’re a vendor, now’s the time to lock it in.

• Plus other just announced shows from Trippie Redd, Lukas Graham, Chris Farren, Darlene Love, Daughtry and more!

BEST CAFES FOR NATIONAL COFFEE DAY!

Time to celebrate our daily dose of that magical latte, chai, cold brew, caffeine injection! It’s National Coffee Day, so here’s a list of some of our favorite cafes around Philly. Whether you’re fueling on java all day, need that decaf in the late afternoon, or even a unique space for mingling in the neighborhood…these local spots have your fix.

• HIVE Cafe - South Philly

• Milkcrate - Fishtown & West Philly

• ReAnimator - Multiple Locations

• Gryphon - Fishtown ~ Kensington

• Ellie & Bird - Port Richmond

THIS WEEK

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• Free 12oz coffee at Char and Stave in Chestnut Hill today! Fuel up!

• Tailgate mania; the crackdown on oversized vehicles and more has us all riled up. Get the scoop on the new policies and the group fighting to withhold the Philly tradition.

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