Global Fusion Festival
Saturday, 07/18/2009@ 12PM- 8PM

What: Celebrate the many cultures of Philadelphia with authentic food, live music and non-stop celebration. It's outside and it's free.

Where: The Great Plaza at Penn's Landing

Cost: FREE!

Adventures in Modern Art
Sunday, 07/12/2009 to Sunday, 09/13/2009@ 10AM-5PM

 What:   The Philadelphia Museum of Art this summer presents Adventures in Modern Art: The Charles K. Williams II Collection, a major collection of American and European modernist works; includes approximately 100 paintings, sculptures, watercolors, and drawings from the early decades of the 20th century. Several famed artists featured, among them Joseph Stella, Oscar Bluemner, Charles Demuth, and Arthur Dove. On view in the Dorrance Galleries (July 12 - September 13, 2009).

Where:   Dorrance Galleries at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Ben Franklin Parkway & 26th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   FREE

http://www.philamuseum.org/exhibitions/341.html

DJ Stakic!
Saturday, 07/18/2009@ 10pm

What:  Best known for his role as 1/5th of Philadelphia's most prolific and well respected DJ/Production crew, Illvibe Collective, Statik has made leaps beyond even his own expectations, making significant accomplishments while gaining the respect of his peers and mentors. As the main Philadelphia resident dj for Scion's monthly and quarterly functions, Statik has been able to showcase his talents alongside the biggest DJs in the business. Statik has toured frequently since 2001 as the stage-show DJ for International acts like Bahamadia, Mr. Lif, Grand Agent, Schoolz of Thought, Hezekiah, J-Live, and more. As a producer, Statik helped score the award winning film, Scene Not Heard. This step in Statik's career seemed to be a natural progression from all the work he's already been known for internationally as a radio personality, stage show DJ, writer, turntablist, and selector.

Where:   Walnut-Room | 1709 Walnut St. Philadelphia

Cost:   $5 cover

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

Gemini Wolf, Pink Skull, The West Philadelphia Orchestra, Bilwa
Saturday, 07/18/2009@ 8PM

What: Add a couple percussion beats to a band channeling Geminis, and you've created a wolf -- a Gemini Wolf that is. Join the band tonight at Johnny Brenda's as they embark on their second journey through their sophomore CD, Synchronized Eyes. Bilwa will also be the DJ for the night in between takes of the West Philadelphia Orchestra and Pink Skull.

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

Cost: $10 | 21+

Global Fusion Festival WEEK
Monday, 07/13/2009 to Saturday, 07/18/2009@ various times and locations

What: Culminating in the big weekend festival at Penn's Landing, the Global Fusion event has got cool stuff going on all week. Check out the Festival homepage for a complete schedule of happenings including comedy, music, street performance, and of course some big parties. The festival folk are also offering some solis restaurant discounts all over town.  Get global people !        www.globalfusionfestival.com

Where: Various Locations, see schedule on event website

Cost:  Many events are free, some ticketed, see website.

May Your Glass Be Ever Full
Sunday, 07/05/2009 to Monday, 05/31/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM, Fri 10AM-8:45PM

What: This installation showcases the tools of everyone's favorite trade: drinking! The people of the Age of Englightenment were no different and this installation displays the objects they used to consume libations.

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

Midnight Movie Madness
Saturday, 06/27/2009 to Saturday, 08/15/2009@ 12AM

What:   The Dark Crystal 6/27, Blue Velvet 7/4, Repo: The Genetic Opera 7/11, Rushmore 7/18, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 7/25, Dr. Strangelove 8/1, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas 8/8, The Goonies 8/15

Where:   The Bourse

Cost:   $9

www.landmarktheatres.com/index.htm

Mojito
Saturday, 07/18/2009@ 10PM-2AM

What:   Come out this Saturday for a night of partying on the Moshulu. DJ Brendan Bring'em will be spinning the hottest jams on one deck & DJ Dirty from 4AM & Sundae will be on the other. Be apart of the beautiful crowd aboard the longest & oldest sailing ship in the world. There's nothing like it anywhere: not Miami, not L.A., not Bangkok, not in all the Isles of Spain. Plus you'll be treated to an hour open bar. Does it get any better than this?

Where:   Moshulu, 401 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $5 before 11, $10 before 12 with pass | 21+

RSVP here for your express pass!

One Mile at Proximity Gallery
Friday, 07/03/2009 to Friday, 07/31/2009@ 6PM-9PM Opening Reception

What: Proximity art gallery presents One Mile featuring art from Chris Clark, Janel Frey, Marie Desmarais and Karen Gibson.  The opening reception wil be held from 6-9PM, and will be open thereafter from 1-4PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

Where: 2434 Dauphin St.

Cost: Free.

Philadelphia Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
Thursday, 07/09/2009 to Monday, 07/20/2009@ Varies

What:   Summer in the city will sizzle as we once again bring to Philadelphia the newest and best queer films from around the world with narrative features, documentaries, shorts, panels, parties and other special events. COME OUT to see a movie and mingle with friends and filmmakers: twelve days of great films, celebrity guest appearances and fabulous parties will take place with screenings at The Prince Music Theatre and the Ritz East 1 & 2 and events across the city!

Where:  Theaters in Dowtown Philly

Cost:   $10-$525

http://www.phillycinema.org/piglff/2008/tickets.cfm

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