Waterfront Wednesdays
Wednesday, 07/22/2009@ 7PM

What: John Clark Little Big Band will be wading through the waterfront this Wednesday. For a listen, click here.

Where: Penn Treaty Park, 1199 N. Delaware Ave., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: FREE | all ages

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

Cantina Dos Segundos’ First Anniversary Party
Wednesday, 07/22/2009@ 9PM-2AM

What:   Dos Segundos is throwing a fiesta to celebrate their one year anniversary! Come join the celebration and enjoy  killer margarita specials plus music from DJs Rocktits and Broadzilla . They’ll be spinning rock, garage, soul classics, and other party jams sure to keep you dancing all night long.

Where:   Dos Segundos, 931 N. 2nd St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   No cover | 21+

Carolyn Wyman | The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book
Wednesday, 07/22/2009@ 7:30PM

What:  The world finally has a book devoted to an important and beloved part of Philadelphia’s culture and identity: the cheesesteak! With tons of  photographs, illustrations and recipes, The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book is the definitive examination of cheesesteak history, culture and cuisine.

Carolyn Wyman is a junk-food fanatic and author of  Better Than Homemade: Amazing Foods That Changed the Way We Eat  and Jello: A Biography.

Where:   Free Library Main Branch | 1701 Vine St. Philadelphia

Cost:   Free

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

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

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.

Shecky's Girls Night Out
Wednesday, 07/22/2009 to Thursday, 07/23/2009@ 5PM-10PM

What:   It’s almost time for Shecky’s Girls Night Out in Philadelphia! Call up all your friends and come out for delicious complimentary cocktails, awesome shopping, beauty treatments, and fab freebies inside Shecky’s Famous Goodie Bag!

Where:   Crystal Tea Room at The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Sq. East (9th floor), Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   Free with RSVP or $25 in advance, $35 at the door | 21+

RSVP here for complimentary admission

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T-Model Ford & GravelRoad, Reverend Deadeye
Wednesday, 07/22/2009@ 9PM

What: It's Jack Daniels time according to T-Model Ford & GravelRoad, who will play at Johnny Brenda's tonight in what can only be a show bursting with the blues. Joined by Reverend Deadeye, who sings, "bout how the Reverend sang to all the folks and that song showed 'em...the Holy Ghost right at the bottom of the Whiskey bottle," you're in for a treat.

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

Cost: $10 | 21+

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