Adam Arcuragi, Gianmarco Cilli, Peasant
Thursday, 06/25/2009@ 9PM

What: Adam Arcuragi is abandoning the books in the classroom and trading them in for guitar strings on stage. The local teacher will be performing, along with a Gianmarco Cilli sans band/entourage and an alter ego (a.k.a. Peasant).

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

Cost: $10 | 21+

Author Event with Farai Chideya
Thursday, 06/25/2009@ 7:30PM

What:   Journalist Farai Chideya anchored National Public Radio’s News and Notes, has been a correspondent for ABC News, anchored Pure Oxygen on the Oxygen channel, and contributed commentaries to CNN, Fox, MSNBC, and BET, in addition to her work in print and other radio outlets. In her debut novel, Kiss the Sky, Chideya chronicles the ups and downs of a black female rocker attempting to make a musical comeback amidst struggles with love, friendship, and faith.

Where:   Free Library | Central Branch

1601 Vine Street

Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   Free | No ticket required

Ben Bailey from "Cash Cab"
Thursday, 06/25/2009@ 8PM

What: Cash Cab - You know you watch it. And scream out the answers. Well now's your chance to see the man you're actually screaming the answers to. Host Ben Bailey is stopping in at the Helium Comedy Club for two nights (June 25-27). Who knew the licensed taxi cab driver was funny too?

Where: Helium Comedy Club, 2031 Sansom St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $15 general admission | $20 reserved | 21+ | ages 18-20 may be accompanied by parent/guardian

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

Fuzed Funk
Thursday, 06/25/2009@ 10PM

What: Drum and bass night with special guest Ed Oberon with residents Armen and Jason Magon and MCs Sharpness and Mis-ty, and an art show by Ara Zeibarian. $3 and $2 drinks from 10 to midnight!

Where: Fluid Nightclub, 613 S 4th St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $5 before 10:30PM | $10 after

Philadelphia Independent Film Festival
Thursday, 06/25/2009 to Sunday, 06/28/2009@ 1030PM-130AM

What:   The 2nd annual Philadelphia Independent Film Festival returns to the Northern Liberties for another year of cinematic magic. Going on Thursday June 25-Sunday June 28, this four-day event will showcase the work of filmmakers citywide and worldwide, featuring an incredible range of discussions, panels, and meet & greets. Opening night, June 25th, celebrations go down at NorthBowl Lounge 'n' Lanes  for an extravaganza including bowling, hors d’oeuvres, 2 drink tickets, raffle, and entry for prize drawings all for a $30 admission fee.

Where:  Opening night-- North Bowl, 909 N. 2nd St., Philadelphia, PA 19123

Check the website for other events' times & place. Venues include:

http://www.philadelphiaindependentfilmfestival.com/

Spring Awakening
Tuesday, 06/23/2009 to Sunday, 06/28/2009@ Various times

What: Multiple Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Spring Awakening comes to Philadelphia. Duncan Sheik (we all remember radio hit "Barely Breathing") wrote all of the music, giving the musical a folky/alternative rock feel, as it explores teenage sexuality and the transition to adulthood in late 19th century Germany.

Where: The Academy of Music, Broad and Locust Streets, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $25 - $100

http://www.kimmelcenter.org/cgi-bin/display_event.fcg?id=5BE9D25E:27.18630;org_id=332;event_id=3016

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