events
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
Clipse
Saturday, 08/08/2009@ 8PM
What: WHO WHAT JIGGA WHAT !? HOW !!?!??! Grammy nominated, Gold album recording artists THE CLIPSE will finally be playing a R5 show(two years ago they canceled at Starlight) For those not in the known THE CLIPSE are a hiphop duo from Virginia Beach who blew up in 2002/03 with their #1 album - LORD WILLIN. You definitely know the two big singles from that album "GRIDING" and "WHEN THE LAST TIME" both produced by Pharell and The Neptunes.
Where: The Starlight Ballroom
Cost: $18/ All Ages
Clipse
Saturday, 08/08/2009@ 8PM
What: WHO WHAT JIGGA WHAT !? HOW !!?!??! Grammy nominated, Gold album recording artists THE CLIPSE will finally be playing a R5 show(two years ago they canceled at Starlight) For those not in the known THE CLIPSE are a hiphop duo from Virginia Beach who blew up in 2002/03 with their #1 album - LORD WILLIN. You definitely know the two big singles from that album "GRIDING" and "WHEN THE LAST TIME" both produced by Pharell and The Neptunes.
Where: The Starlight Ballroom
Cost: $18/ 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
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
Official After Party
Saturday, 08/08/2009@ 10PM
What: The Official Tasty Treats Afterparty
Where: Fluid Night Club
Cost: TBA
Other Delights
Friday, 08/07/2009 to Saturday, 08/08/2009@ 9pm - 2am
Other Delights comes to Medusa Lounge (21st and Chestnut) every first friday for a ass-shakin night of good beats. Hosted by AnmlHse (Philly) and A.L.I.E.N. (NYC). DJ's Mat Pat and Cool Hand Luke on the decks.
Peach Festival
Saturday, 08/08/2009 to Sunday, 08/09/2009@ 9AM-6PM
What: This family-friendly festival will include hayrides, pony rides, face painting, games and contests. Endure the August heat by eating ice cream sundaes, special Peaches n' Cream cake, peach treats and Pick-Your-Own Peaches.
Where: Linvilla Orchards, 137 W Knowlton Rd, Media, PA
Cost: Free
Women Handling Their Biz
Saturday, 08/08/2009@ 2PM-6PM
What: Saturday begins a conversation with our extraordinary panel and the Philadelphia premiere of bgirl Rokafella's documentary "the ladies all say"
Where: Temple UNiversity's Conwell Theater
Cost: TBA
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
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