Bill Callahan, Lights
Tuesday, 06/16/2009@ 9PM

What: Let a smooth, folksy voice bring you down from your crazy day tonight at Johnny Brenda's as Bill Callahan sings you a set worth of grown-up lullabies. You'll be so at ease afterward that you'll crash into bed with a smile on your face. Also playing: Lights.

Where: Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $13  | 21+

Bloomsday
Tuesday, 06/16/2009@ 12PM-7PM

What: Philadelphia's Bloomsday at the Rosenbach is one of the cultural highlights of the season, drawing hundreds of friends, neighbors, Joyce enthusiasts, book-lovers, and curious passersby to Delancey Place throughout the day. June 16, 2009 will mark the 17th annual Bloomsday at the Rosenbach—an event that is not to be missed for those literary types out there. Readings from Ulysses will be done by famous Philadelphians on the museum steps, and a Joyce exhibit will be open indoors.

Where: The Rosenbach Museum & Library, 2008-2010 Delancey Place, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: FREE

http://www.rosenbach.org/

Challenge 3
Friday, 05/08/2009 to Friday, 07/03/2009@ 11AM

What: In its third exhibition of Fleisher Art Memorial's Wind Challenge series, Challenge 3 showcases the work of three talented artists. Johanna Inman will be showing old photographs focusing on disregarded books and highlighting the subtleties of time and decomposition; Yvonne Lung will show a video installation based on stories told to her by Chinese immigrants and Constantina Zavitsanos will be showing unique, engaging sculptures. Gallery hours are 11AM - 5PM. 

Where: Dene M. Louchheim Galleries @ 719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia PA

Cost: Free | all ages

East Asian Art
Thursday, 03/12/2009 to Sunday, 02/28/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM & Fri 10AM-8:45PM

What: This two part exhibit highlights similar art themes across neighboring cultures. The first part features Korean screen paintings with notable Chinese narratives like General Guo Ziyi’s Banquet and the Hundred Children. These images are presented alongside Chinese ceramics of the Qing dynasty (1616–1912).

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Adults: $16, Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14, Students (with valid ID): $12, Children (ages 13–18): $12 (ages 12 & under): Free

Wrought & Crafted
Saturday, 05/09/2009 to Sunday, 01/31/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM, Fri 10AM-8:45PM

What: Philadelphia's several centuries worth of rich history in metalwork inspired this exhibition. On display are works (hollowware,  sculpture, and jewelry) by notable 21st century Philadelphia metalsmiths as well as recognized artists around the country.

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Members: Free; Adults: $16; Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14; Students (with valid ID): $12; Children (ages 13–18): $12, (ages 12 & under): Free

Little Brother
Saturday, 09/11/2010@ 9:00 PM