| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Senior Health & Fitness FairPresented by Holy Redeemer Health System May 22, 2012 At this free special event, Holy Redeemer experts will provide information on diabetes, cancer, nutrition, sports medicine, and higher education opportunities for seniors, and perform falls risk assessments. Guest speaker Dr. David Fuller will also be on-hand to discuss ways to improve your overall health, and Whole Foods will present a heart-healthy cooking demonstration. | Holy Redeemer Health System | 05/22/12 | Jenkintown |
Concert On The BricksPresented by Stockton Inn at Stockton Inn May 22, 2012 Featuring "Michael Noterangelo" on The Garden Patio with ala-carte dining! With influences such as Leo Kottke, Vivaldi, and James Taylor, Micheal Noterangelo is an instrumental tour de force. Micheal takes personal life experiences and transforms them into instrumental pieces that transcend words and go straight to the the heart of the listener. Micheal will be accompanied by cellist and multi instrumentalist Samuel Haines and other special guests for a night... | Stockton Inn | 05/22/12 | Stockton |
8minuteDating Speed Dating EventPresented by 8MinuteDating.com May 23, 2012 The Coastline in Cherry Hill is an awesome spot for this fun event! There is a free buffet with hot and cold food, drink specials including $1 drinks for ladies, and more! Come out and have some fun!
Online advance registration required. | 8MinuteDating.com | 05/23/12 | Cherry Hill |
Electrifying Philadelphia: Pageantry, Progress, and Power in the City BeautifulPresented by The Wagner Free Institute of Science at Wagner Free Institute of Science May 23, 2012 Home to Ben Franklin and the site of an innovative Edison plant, Philadelphia has long been in love with electricity. This talk will provide an overview of the city's electrification—its advent, advertising, and spread to institutions like the Wagner in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Looking at City Hall, the Sesquicentennial, and promotional “home electrics,” Aaron Wunsch will examine a moment in history that owes as much to Barnum as it does to... | The Wagner Free Institute of Science | 05/23/12 | Philadelphia |
Danny Simmons Tours PhiladelphiaPresented by Vivant Collection Art Gallery at Vivant Collection Art Gallery May 22-May 23, 2012 You are cordially invited to join Vivant Art Collection & The African American Museum in Philadelphia for an intimate conversation, book aigning, and Philadelphia art tour with Danny Simmons, artist, poet, writer, producer, art collector, curator, philanthropist and advocate. | Vivant Collection Art Gallery | 05/22/12-
05/23/12 | Philadelphia |
Portfolio Night 10 - PhiladelphiaPresented by Philly Ad Club at Lincoln Financial Field May 23, 2012 The sun will set on cities all over the globe as hundreds of the world's most renowned creative directors meet with thousands of aspiring copywriters, art directors and designers. The mission is simple yet grand: to celebrate the next generation of creative talent, to guide them as they begin their fascinating careers in the advertising industry, and to raise their city's creative flag and be counted on the world stage.
Featuring a uniquely designed portfolio review process in a... | Philly Ad Club | 05/23/12 | Philadelphia |
What’s In Your Genes? An Event Celebrating Personalized MedicinePresented by Coriell Institute for Medical Research at Union League of Philadelphia May 23, 2012 Join Coriell Institute and business, healthcare, and government leaders to celebrate the promise of personalized medicine and recognize three highly-respected honorees. The evening begins with an educational lecture by honoree Dr. Howard McLeod, a leading expert in pharmacogenomics (an area of medicine examining the influence of genetics in a patient’s response to medication), and Coriell’s President and CEO, Dr. Michael Christman who will highlight the Coriell Personalized... | Coriell Institute for Medical Research | 05/23/12 | Philadelphia |
Tour of Inspiration - Wharton Esherick Museum & Historic Yellow SpringsPresented by Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen at Wharton Esherick Museum May 24, 2012 Begin the day with a guided tour through the studio and home of Wharton Esherick. Wharton Esherick (1887-1970) was a sculptor whose unique craftsmanship and designs extended to a multitude of media, with a focus in creating sculptural environments in wood. His hilltop studio and residence is now the Wharton Esherick Museum, with more than 200 of his works on exhibition. It is a National Historic Landmark for Architecture, and has been preserved much as it was when the artist lived and... | Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen | 05/24/12 | Malvern |
Party for Pooches Fundraiser!Presented by Operation Ava at Shampoo Nightclub May 24, 2012 Come to Operation Ava's firs-ever Party for Pooches at Shampoo Nightclub! There will be a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle and a doggie fashion show featuring some of their adoptable animals. Admission price includes a 3-hour open bar and finger food; must be 21 to enter.
Proceeds from the event will go to Operation Ava so that they can fulfill their mission of rescuing animals from overburdened shelters locally and nationwide, educating children of all ages on responsible pet... | Operation Ava | 05/24/12 | Philadelphia |
Martha Graham Cracker (Undressed)Presented by The Martha Graham Cracker Cabaret at Sofitel Philadelphia May 24, 2012 Back by popular demand after a sold out Sofitel debut earlier this year, Martha Graham Cracker, the "Drag Queen King of Philadelphia" (Inquirer) brings her acoustic (but still fierce) show, Martha Undressed, to the boutique hotel's Chez Colette lounge. Think MTV Unplugged but with the world's tallest and hairiest drag queen and good food and drinks. And no, Martha does not actually get undressed (sorry).
Ages 21+ | The Martha Graham Cracker Cabaret | 05/24/12 | Philadelphia |
| Arts and Crafts with Miss Molly | Bucks County Children's Museum | 05/24/12 | New Hope |
The Brynne Tillman LinkedIn TrainingPresented by Advanced Staging Productions at Advanced Staging Productions May 24, 2012 Advanced Staging Productions, an Event Technology Management company, realizes that taking the time to capitalize on all the benefits of utilizing LinkedIn for business can be a daunting task. That is why WE would like to help YOU grow your business with this remarkable tool by offering a FREE seminar by LinkedIn guru, Brynne Tillman.
Brynne Tillman is the President of Business Development University, a results driven sales training, coaching and consulting firm. BDU works with... | Advanced Staging Productions | 05/24/12 | West Chester |
| Wine Tasting for Singles | Crossing Vineyards and Winery | 05/25/12 | Washington Crossing |
Paranormal Friday at Fort MifflinPresented by Fort Mifflin on the Delaware at Fort Mifflin on the Delaware May 25, 2012 Have you ever hunted for a ghost? Don't pass up this exciting opportunity at one of the most haunted sites in America and the only Fort in Philadelphia! Review evidence of paranormal activity at the Fort, learn about the technology and equipment used in investigations, take a guided ghost tour of the Fort and hear tales of personal paranormal encounters then enjoy small group investigation (with equipment!) in 5 Hot Spot Locations! | Fort Mifflin on the Delaware | 05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
Decorate-a-Cupcake FridaysPresented by Bredenbeck's Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor at Bredenbeck's Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor May 4-May 25, 2012 Join the fun every Friday night in May! Bredenbeck's Bakery is providing fresh-baked vanilla and chocolate cupcakes, plus their secret-recipe icing and all the toppings to make your own special cupcake. This event is freefor kids 12 and under; anyone older will be asked to make a donation to Bredenbeck's charity of choice.
This event is weather-permitting. In case of inclement weather, please contact the bakery at 215-247-7374. | Bredenbeck's Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor | 05/04/12-
05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
4th Friday Wine & CheesePresented by Whole Unit Holdings May 25, 2012 The 4th Friday Wine & Cheese celebrates its seventh consecutive year providing events throughout various communities in Philadelphia. This truly all-inclusive experience includes wine tasting, catered cuisine, art installations, guest speakers, massages, image consulting and shopping. Taking place all under one roof, it is an irresistible destination stop for anyone interested in art, wine tasting, foreign cuisine, unique gifts or simply a way to unwind at the end of a stressful work... | Whole Unit Holdings | 05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
Friday Night Flights of Wine at Ristorante Panorama Presented by Panorama Ristorante May 11-May 25, 2012 Weekly special wine tasting flights of 6 to 8 selected wines highlighting a specific wine theme, region or importer presented in a casual informative happy hour format including cheese, hors d’oeuvres and wine tasting discussion with sommelier William Eccleston and a guest representative from each week’s region or importer.
Friday Night Flights at Panorama benefiting living beyond breast cancer every Friday during the month of May.
LBBC’s... | Panorama Ristorante | 05/11/12-
05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
Teen Night for 7th-9th GradersPresented by Central Bucks Family YMCA at Central Bucks Family YMCA May 25, 2012 Teen night for middle schoolers includes time in the Teen Center with music and games. Option to go swimming or shoot hoops in the gym. Participants may come and go as they please.
Contact Jay DePue for details at 215-348-8131, ext. 1143 | Central Bucks Family YMCA | 05/25/12 | Doylestown |
Arden Theatre Company The Scene - Open Bar EventPresented by Arden Theatre Company at Arden Theatre Company - F. Otto Haas Stage May 25, 2012 Join fellow young professionals for free open bar and hors d'oeuvres before the 8 pm performance of Tulipomania. Continue the party with the cast, crew and staff of the Arden after the performance in the main lobby for more free drinks. | Arden Theatre Company | 05/25/12 | Philadelphia |
Palooza: Drive in Movie + 10 Live Bands + Laser 3DPresented by P.A.W.N. LLC at Holiday Inn - Philadelphia Stadium May 26, 2012 Drive in Movie, voted Best Date Night by NYC Parks & Recreations, is now in Philadelphia! Featuring indoor holograms and outdoor laser searchlights, plus ten live bands, food, beverages, arts and crafts, and beer.
The origins of the location, date back to the founding of the country in 1776, when the Continental Congress leased land along Philadelphia’s Front Street docks to support the new nation. The site became an official part of the United States Navy in... | P.A.W.N. LLC | 05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
4th Annual Philly Walk for Animals Presented by The Humane League of Philadelphia at Lloyd Hall on Boathouse Row May 26, 2012 The Humane League of Philadelphia is hosting a walkathon event and fundraiser to protect animals from cruelty. All four-legged friends are welcome! Following the walkathon will be the Festival for the Animals co-sponsored by PAWS and the Humane League. There will be animal-friendly vendors, refreshments, raffle prizes, involvement opportunities and more!
| The Humane League of Philadelphia | 05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
| Celebrate Arts and Aging - International Food Festival | Haddington Multi-Services for Older Adults Inc. | 05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Lansdowne Farmers Market Opening DayPresented by Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation May 26, 2012 The Lansdowne Farmers Market returns for its sixth season, rain or shine. Come out for fresh, locally sourced fruits, vegetables, meats, bread and dairy, plus live music, exhibiting artists, and an overall great time! Check LansdowneFarmersMarket.com for each Saturday’s lineup. | Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation | 05/26/12 | Lansdowne |
Changes of Heart (the Double Inconstancy)Presented by Philadelphia Artists' Collective at Broad Street Ministry May 10-May 26, 2012 Love strikes, identities are mistaken, madness ensues! A rollicking, madcap adventure about common and uncommon love. This courtly Marivaux classic is presented by the Philadelphia Artists' Collective, who brought you the critically acclaimed Duchess of Malfi in 2010. | Philadelphia Artists' Collective | 05/10/12-
05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
International Black Doll Show & SalePresented by Philadelphia Doll Museum at Philadelphia Doll Museum May 26, 2012 Collectible and original dolls for you and family. Register for the Paper Doll Workshop by doll artist Paula Whaley and come for fun doll activities for everyone, including doll auctions, raffles and prizes.
| Philadelphia Doll Museum | 05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Peek a Boo Revue at the Trocadero Theater!Presented by Trocadero Theatre at Trocadero Theatre May 26, 2012 The Peek-A-Boo Revue is taking over The Trocadero on May 26th for their very last show before heading to Las Vegas! That’s right, catch your favorite burlesque babes and boys in Philadelphia and wish them all broken legs and popped pasties before they compete for Best Troupe at the 2012 Burlesque Hall Of Fame Weekend! They’re getting all revved up and they want you to join them for an evening of delicious mayhem and appropriately inappropriate fun.
The...
| Trocadero Theatre | 05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Round Robin Table Tennis TournamentPresented by Trolley Car Table Tennis Club May 26, 2012 Join Trolley Car Table Tennis Club for a Round Robin Tournament in East Falls! All round robin matches will be best 3 out of 5 games to 11 points. Only USATT approved equipment will be used. TCTTC includes eight individual courts, blue Killerspin My-T9 tournament tables, 40mm orange Joola balls, painted concrete floors and fluorescent lights. | Trolley Car Table Tennis Club | 05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Memorial Day ObservancePresented by Historical Society of Montgomery County May 26, 2012 The Historical Society of Montgomery County will observe Memorial Day at the Historic Montgomery Cemetery, One Hartranft Avenue, West Norriton. Over 400 veterans are buried at the Cemetery including five Civil War generals. The public is invited to join the Historical Society trustees, staff, and members to honor these veterans with wreath laying, dedications, military re-enactors, and more. The day's observance will begin at 11 am at the cemetery Gatehouse. Activities are held out of doors... | Historical Society of Montgomery County | 05/26/12 | Norristown |
Let It ShinePresented by Lutheran Theological Seminary of Philadelphia May 26, 2012 You are invited to a delightful afternoon of fellowship and celebration, honoring two American legacies: Black Lutherans and Henry Melchoir Muhlenberg. Enjoy a delicious catered luncheon, an inspiring keynote presentation by the Rev. Dr. James K. Echols, the first African-American to serve as president of a North American Lutheran Seminary (Chicago LTSP, 1991-1997), and an uplifiting Candlelight Jazz Concert, remembering our ancestors who have gone before us.
Proceeds benefit... | Lutheran Theological Seminary of Philadelphia | 05/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Memorial Day BBQPresented by Sesame Place at Sesame Place May 27, 2012 Join us in celebration of Memorial Day! Event includes buffet and character appearances in Big Bird’s Riverside Pavilion. After a fun-filled dinner, enjoy our Memorial Day fireworks display! Reservations are required and seating is limited. If booking with another family, please let the operator know they can take a note and we can seat you together. Or book under the same name if that is easier. Dinner takes place OUTSIDE at Big Bird's Riverside Pavilion.
10%... | Sesame Place | 05/27/12 | Langhorne |
Designer Show HousePresented by Community Arts Center at Community Arts Center May 1-May 27, 2012 Community Arts Center will showcase the art of fine design in a Designer Show House. Featuring some of the most notable interior and landscape designers in the area, and artwork from Community Arts Center’s fine artists, participating designers and decorators will make over a historic,elegant stone farm house in Rose Valley built by EK Crothers of Media for the prominent Beatty family in 1928, and transform it into a luxurious space featuring the latest decorating styles and trends. | Community Arts Center | 05/01/12-
05/27/12 | Wallingford |
Memorial Day Parade, Service and ReceptionPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery May 27, 2012 The traditional Decoration Day service of the Grand Army Meade Post #1 will be recreated at historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, the site of the first Memorial Day Observance in Philadelphia in 1868. The entourage will gather at the resting place of General George Gordon Meade, hero of the Battle of Gettysburg, to perform the traditional service honoring all veterans who fell defending the nation. A wreath-laying, speeches and honor guards will enhance the ceremony.
The event is... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 05/27/12 | Philadelphia |
Sue TirrellPresented by The Clay Studio April 3-May 27, 2012 Sue Tirrell received a BFA from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 1997. She has been a resident artist at the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, MT; California State University, Chico; and the Custer County Art & Heritage Center in Miles City, MT. Her work is included in the public collections of the Yellowstone Art Museum in Billings, MT; the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, MT; the Custer County Art & Heritage Center in Miles City, MT; the Montana... | The Clay Studio | 04/03/12-
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Garden HighlightsPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor May 27, 2012 Delight in the sights and smells of the summer garden as the gardeners describe their work. | Pennsbury Manor | 05/27/12 | Morrisville |
| Kidsfest | Gamut Classic Theatre | 05/26/12-
05/28/12 | Harrisburg |
Tori Lawrence + Co. Performs at the Barnes Foundation's Philadelphia OpeningPresented by Tori Lawrence + Co. May 28, 2012 Tori Lawrence + Co. will be performing at the opening of the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia. The dance company will present Awakened Ruins, a site-specific dance installation that explores the beauty, decay, and permanence of the forgotten, architectural forms that once existed. Fully coated in uneven and congealed patches of dried clay, five dancers join a violinist and pianist to embody a structure's erosion through time.
The Barnes Foundation's art collection... | Tori Lawrence + Co. | 05/28/12 | Philadelphia |
The Peacock CafĂ© presents a Memorial Day BBQPresented by Grounds for Sculpture at Grounds for Sculpture May 28, 2012 Kick off the grilling season with a special Memorial Day BBQ at the Peacock Café. Enjoy all-American favorites while enjoying your favorite cold beverages. | Grounds for Sculpture | 05/28/12 | Hamilton |
| Doylestown Bicentennial Car Show | Doylestown Historical Society | 05/28/12 | Doylestown |
| Moustache Contest | Doylestown Historical Society | 04/01/12-
05/28/12 | Doylestown |
Memorial Day Breakfast Car ShowPresented by Silver Diner May 28, 2012 The Silver Diner in Cherry Hill is teaming up with the Original Garden State Corvette Club to present the Memorial Day Breakfast Car Show, rain or shine.
Open to all makes, models and years, the show will feature cars, trucks and corvettes, as well as a U.S. Armed Forces vehicle display and music.
The first 200 cars to register will receive a free T-shirt. A $20 car entry fee is required the day of the show. Trophies will be awarded to "Best of" 16... | Silver Diner | 05/28/12 | Cherry Hill |
Memorial Day CelebrationPresented by Historic Germantown: Freedom's Backyard at Historic Germantown: Freedom's Backyard May 28, 2012 Join the sites of Historic Germantown in celebrating Memorial Day! From 11 am-2pm explore Hood Cemetery (4901 Germantown Avenue) with tours at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm. Then from Noon-3 pm visit the Concord School & Upper Burying Ground (6309 Germantown Avenue) with tours at 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm. At 2 pm hear the bell ring at the Concord School to honor those who have fought for our country and in celebration of the election of the new Board of Directors to the Concord School. Refreshments,... | Historic Germantown: Freedom's Backyard | 05/28/12 | Germantown |
Gloria Dei Old Swedes Picnic & Sexton SIdeshow Memorial Dei Music FestivalPresented by Sexton Sideshow at Gloria Dei (Old Swedes) Church May 28, 2012 Hear ye! Hear ye! Philadelphia Folk. Come to the Sexton Sideshow Memorial Day Family Picnic on the grounds of Gloria Dei “Old Swedes” Church. This event will provide Queen Village Folks with live music throughout the day, hamburgers and hotdogs hot off the grill, and beverages provided by our friends at Philadelphia Brewing Co. (Kenzinger).
This is a family friendly event so we’ll be providing soda and water as well. You are encouraged to “byo” your... | Sexton Sideshow | 05/28/12 | Philadelphia |
Memorial Day TributePresented by Christ Church Burial Ground at Christ Church Burial Ground May 28, 2012 Join Christ Church Burial Ground to remember America’s heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. The tribute includes a wreath-laying ceremony at the gravesite of Major Charles Mc Euen who headed the 6th Union League Regiment in the Civil War, and a ceremonial placing of 13 star flags at the gravesites of Revolutionary War patriots. | Christ Church Burial Ground | 05/28/12 | Philadelphia |
Crossroads and Courthouse TourPresented by Doylestown Bicentennial Committee May 29, 2012 Guided walking tour of the exterior of 28 significant structures located within a few blocks of Fountain House in Doylestown. Meet at Borough Parking Garage on North Broad St. | Doylestown Bicentennial Committee | 05/29/12 | Doylestown |
“Inside The Symphony”Presented by Glen Foerd Mansion on the Delaware at Glen Foerd Mansion on the Delaware March 14-May 30, 2012 Have you ever wondered what makes a symphony different from a sonata? Are you curious about the music of Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms? On the other hand, do you just enjoy great classical music? This class answers all of these questions. Taught by Settlement Music School faculty member Roberto Pace, the class will examine the components and forms found in the symphonies of the great composers. You will listen to music from the Classical, Romantic and Modern eras, and examine the music in... | Glen Foerd Mansion on the Delaware | 03/14/12-
05/30/12 | Philadelphia |
Socially Mature WomenPresented by Zen Den, The at The Zen Den May 2-May 30, 2012 Every Wednesday join women 50 and over. Enjoy socializing and networking while relaxing from your day! | Zen Den, The | 05/02/12-
05/30/12 | Doylestown |
| Veterans Appreciation Day | Doylestown Historical Society | 05/30/12 | Doylestown |
Hilarium Comedy ShowPresented by Laff House Comedy Club at Laff House May 30, 2012 Comedian Evan Polk (@EvanPolk) presents this premiere event placed in the heart of the center city area of Philadelphia and is close to electric Olde City, admirable Penns Landing and South Street shops. | Laff House Comedy Club | 05/30/12 | Philadelphia |
| Talking Baseball with Dutch | PARX Casino & Racing | 05/02/12-
05/30/12 | Bensalem |
Scotch, Vodka and Wine Tasting at Cooperage Wine & Whiskey BarPresented by Socialpass May 30, 2012 Join Social Pass for 2 hours of wine, scotch and vodka drinks plus light appetizers served up from the talented chef’s at Cooperage. 7-9 pm tasting includes Skinnygirl Wine, Skinnygirl Vodka, Laphroaig 10 year Scotch and Laphroaig Triple Wood Scotch. Drink and food specials to follow. | Socialpass | 05/30/12 | Philadelphia |
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