Holmesburg Jam

08-02-2007 - 01-01-2037

Wednesday

http://www.holmesburgjam.com/

Delaware River - Northeast Philadelphia - N Delaware Avenue at Princeton Avenue Philadelphia PA 19135

Admission: 0

Start Time(s): 8 pm

The Holmesburg Jam is an open acoustic bluegrass and country music jam playing together informally for over 30 years All are welcome - novice to grass star No mics No open stage Instruments needed: banjo, guitar, fiddle, mandolin, dobro, spoons, voice, accordion, harmonica, bass, saw

Frankford Avenue First Friday

05-01-2009 - 01-01-2037

Friday

New Kensington Community Development Corporation

http://www.frankfordavearts.org

Various Locations -

Admission: All events are free

Start Time(s): **First Fridays only Galleries typically open between 5pm-6pm 5:30pm is suggested as the best time to arrive

Join Fishtown and Kensington for a night of art and culture Gritty neighborhoods with a unique artistic culture open themselves up, with galleries, bars and restaurants open late Check out the official website for individual gallery listings the week before First Friday

Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour of Philadelphia

05-29-2009 - 11-28-2009

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia

http://www.spiritsof76.com

Various Locations -

Admission: $1750 for adults, $1250 for children ages 3-12

2155251776

info@spiritsof76.com

http://www.spiritsof76.com

Start Time(s): Tour times vary by month May: Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 pm June: Wednesday through Sunday at 7:30 pm July and August: Every night at 7:30 pm, Thursday, Friday & Saturday @ 9:30 pm September: Wednesday through Sunday at 7:30 PM October: Every night at 7:30 PM, Thursday, Friday & Saturday @ 9:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday at 6 PM, Saturday at 1 PM November: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 PM Tours depart from the Cosi Restaurant at 325 Chestnut Street (corner of 4th and Chestnut Streets) Call 2155251776 for updated tour schedule

Dare to take the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour of Philadelphia and hear terrifying tales from Haunted Philadelphia while you visit more than 20 of Philly's Frights & Sights! The Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour of Philadelphia is One Part History, Two Parts Haunt! Visit more than 20 scary sites to hear Philadelphia's haunted facts and folklore Experience Philadelphia's monuments by moonlight Travel the cobblestone streets of Old City to hear chilling stories about the Spirits of '76

Ghost Tour of Philadelphia

06-22-2009 - 11-28-2009

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Ghost Tours of Philadelphia

http://www.ghosttour.com

Ghost Tours of Philadelphia - S 5th Street and Chestnut Street PO Box 53173 Philadelphia PA 19105

Admission: Walking Tour: $15/adults and $8/ages 4-12 purchased in advance Trolley Tour: $28/adults and $18/ages 4-12 purchased in advance

215-413-1997

philadelphia@ghosttour.com

http://www.ghosttour.com

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm, 8 pm, 9:30 pm

Candlelight Walking Tours and Haunted Trolley Tours of America's most historic and most haunted city

Open Mic

07-25-2009 - 01-01-2037

Saturday

Seven Stones Cafe

http://www.myspace.com/7stonescafe

Seven Stones Café - 24 S Plum Street Media PA 19063

Admission: FREE!

Start Time(s): Last Saturday of every month @ 7:30pm

The Seven Stones Café hosts its Open Mic on the last Saturday of every month This downtown Media café welcomes all to enjoy this gathering of great music, the taste of La Colombe coffee, and the richness of fresh, and wholesome food

Autumn's Colors

09-07-2009 - 11-22-2009

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Longwood Gardens

http://www.longwoodgardens.org

Longwood Gardens - 1001 Longwood Road Route 1 and Route 52 Kennett Square PA 19348

Admission: Included with Gardens admission

610-388-1000

http://tickets.longwoodgardens.org

Start Time(s): 9 am-5 pm

Celebrate the harvest season amid the glowing reds, brilliant golds and bright oranges of nature’s foliage Gorgeous gourds, giant pumpkins, thousands of blooming chrysanthemums, tasty autumnal treats and music throughout the gardens complement this fun fall festival

A Longwood Gardens Christmas

11-26-2009 - 01-10-2010

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Longwood Gardens

http://www.longwoodgardens.org

Longwood Gardens - 1001 Longwood Road Route 1 and Route 52 Kennett Square PA 19348

Admission: Included with Gardens admission

610-388-1000

http://tickets.longwoodgardens.org

Start Time(s): 9 am-9 pm

A holiday fantasy awaits visitors with elegantly decorated trees, waves of poinsettias and an expanded outdoor light display that will dazzle Ice skating shows under the stars, organ sing-a-longs, strolling singers, choir and hand bell concerts fill the gardens with the sounds of the season Special festivities on New Year’s Eve for the entire family complete your holiday season

OrKid Day featuring Billy Jonas & the Philadelphia Zoo

01-23-2010 - 01-23-2010

Saturday

Longwood Gardens

http://www.longwoodgardens.org

Longwood Gardens - 1001 Longwood Road Route 1 and Route 52 Kennett Square PA 19348

Admission: Free with Gardens admission

610-388-1000 x100

http://tickets.longwoodgardens.org

Start Time(s): 12:30 pm & 2 pm

A Billy Jonas performance is an explosion of energy In singalongs, bangalongs, whisperalongs, as well as improvised songs, his primary instrument is the audience Everyone becomes part of this performance

The Quest for Father Time is an adventure race and treasure hunt that is like a combination of the Amazing Race, Da Vinci Code and Raiders of the Lost Ark The staff personally greets each group at the start of the race, explains the rules of the game and gives each team a handmade treasure map, clues on parchment scrolls and a bag of cool gadgets (like black lights to see clues written in invisible ink) Teams can travel in any direction they like around the city Actors are also planted along the course, to interact with and help the teams All the answers and puzzle pieces along the course will lead them to the VIP waterfront end location, where prizes are awarded to the top three teams The game ends with an open bar from 9 pm-midnight, an excellent buffet, champagne toast, live band and dancing, party favors and one fantastic New Year's party!

Emotional Reactions

12-04-2009 - 12-05-2009

Friday, Saturday

All Starr Publishing LLC

http://WWW.EMOTIONALREACTIONS.NET

Widener University -

Admission: $30 Advance $25 Group sales $35 Night of show

610-547-6769

EMOTIONALREACTIONS@GMAIL.COM

http://WWW.EMOTIONALREACTIONS.TICKETLEAP.COM

Start Time(s): Doors at 6:30 pm Show at 7 pm

Emotional Reactions is a unique stage play that is based on a true story It embodies every emotion possible and executes what it means to react out of our emotions This is a very dramatic piece with a hint of comedic relief You will be ready to cry, eager to laugh and reacting out of your emotions

Thanksgiving Day Parade

11-26-2009 - 11-26-2009

Thursday

ABC News Channel 6

http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/feature?section=resources/lifestyle_community/community/events&id=6477119

Benjamin Franklin Parkway - Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia PA 19130

Admission:

Start Time(s): 8:30 am

The Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade is the oldest in the country This year, some very special guests will help celebrate: Rachael Ray, Syesha Mercado and Justin Guarini from American Idol, Miss America 2008 Kirsten Haglund, Miss America’s Outstanding Teen 2009 Taylor Fitch, the cast of The Wizard Of Oz at the Academy of Music, The Von Trapp Children presented by Peter Nero and the Philly Pops, Lauren Hart and of course, Santa Claus!

The Penn Glee Club will perform holiday favorites that will bring a festive air to the garden Be sure to sing along with them as you stroll through the winter garden Visitors can also enjoy the Garden Railway, one of the Arboretum's most beloved attractions, with its meticulously decorated buildings and lights that twinkle along the tracks and around the surrounding landscape

Fifth Annual Winter Wonderland Gather around Historic Headhouse Square and warm up with some hot white chocolate while enjoying festivities like holiday themed face painting and balloon art Your ears will be entertained with the delightful sounds of Courtney’s Carolers and a special performance by the caroling caravan of children from The Point Breeze Performing Arts Center Pose for holiday pictures or take a horse-and-buggy tour of the neighborhood with the 76 Carriage Company There will even be a dog activity so don't forget to bring your pooch! Watch Santa make his way down the street with the Engine 11 Fire Company, and don’t miss the yearly tree lighting ceremony The South Street Headhouse District is dedicated to bringing the community together with events and celebrations that are fun for the whole family Come out and celebrate on Philadelphia’s most famous District

21st Annual Civil War Reenactment

05-01-2010 - 05-02-2010

Sunday, Saturday

28th Pennsylvania Historical Society

http://www.28thpvi.org

Neshaminy State Park - 3401 State Road Bensalem PA 19020

Admission: FREE

Start Time(s): 9 am-4 pm each day

The 21st Annual Civil War Reenactment will be held on Saturday-Sunday, May 1-2, 2010 at Neshaminy State Park each day, rain or shine The theme for this year event is “The Appomattox Campaign of 1865” Over 1,000 re-enactors will converge on the park for this two-day event featuring: authentic battle re-enactments, camp life scenarios, military and civilian life demonstrations Admission is free A collection will be taken each day of the re-enactment and all proceeds will go towards to Civil War preservation efforts This event is a joint project sponsored by Neshaminy State Park, the Bensalem Historical Society, the 28th Pennsylvania Historical Association, the Army of Northern Virginia Reenacting Organization, the Delaware Valley Civil War Roundtable, The GAR Museum and Library, and Waste Management, Inc

Start shedding those holiday pounds! Join in the fun and Help build Strong Kids Gobbler 5K Run and Family Fun Walk A great time for every member of the family YMCA Camp Ockanickon, Inc Medford NJ will once again be the setting for the 3rd Annual Gobbler 5K Run and Family Fun Walk to benefit the Strong Kids Scholarship Campaign The course takes walkers and runners trough the gorgeous trails around the beautiful lakes of Camp Ockanickon So, whether you’re an Olympic runner or want to take the family for a walk, there are prizes and fun for everyone The excitement is already building to see which runner will have the overall winning time and receive the coveted “Mighty Pilgrim of the Pines Award” What a great way to work off that holiday feast and help build strong bodies Runners and walkers will challenge themselves against the clock and the scenic tree and lake-lined paths of Camp Ockanickon The course is both dirt road and single track 

Firebird Improv Orchestra and the Phoenix Myth

12-12-2009 - 12-12-2009

The Colonial Theatre

http://www.thecolonialtheatre.com/2009/events/firebird-orchestra-09/

The Colonial Theatre - 227 Bridge Street Phoenixville PA 19460

Admission: FREE!

Start Time(s): 6:00pm

What is this Phoenix story all about? Come here the myth told by Storytelling Irma, known for her interactive storytelling style She will be accompanied by the Firebird Improv Orchestra – a group of eclectic musicians and instruments from didgeridoos to violins This show is interactive, spontaneous and fun for all ages FREE!

The lighiting of the Firebird happens at approximately 8PM at 347 Bridge Street (The Justice Center Building)

Firebird Festival

12-12-2009 - 12-12-2009

The Colonial Theatre

http://www.firebirdfestival.com

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Admission: FREE!

Start Time(s): 4:00pm

A bonfire of a giant Phoenix sculpture in the middle of Phoenixville?

Come watch the bird burn at the 6th Annual Firebird Festival on Saturday, December 12, 2009 starting at 4PM The Firebird is another name for the Phoenix, a mythical bird and namesake of Phoenixville Area artists have come together to build a 29-foot Phoenix in downtown, historic Phoenixville

On this eve, close to the darkest day of the year, Phoenixville will light up as it becomes a performance art venue

• Starting at 4PM there will be performances in various locations along Bridge Street and at the Firebird site, 347 Bridge Street
• From 6-7PM, you can hear the Phoenix myth told by Storytelling Irma at the Colonial Theatre, followed by a performance by the Firebird Improv Orchestra
• On the main stage at the Firebird site, enjoy bands from Rock and Roll After School from 5-6PM; and Spirit Wing, a popular Native American group, from 6-7PM
• At 7PM a procession by the Drumming for Sanity Percussion Ensemble will lead festival-goers from the Colonial Theatre to the Firebird site Two huge peace birds will circle the effigy and then make way for The Playing Mantis to perform fire dances Keep a look out for The Great Quintini performance artist
• The Phoenix sculpture will be lit at 8PM Clay birds, made by the community, have been buried under the Phoenix and will be fired in the Firebird, depicting rebirth Come celebrate the rebirth of this classic steel town!

Down at the bird site, get something to eat and some last minute shopping at the Arts Bazaar Be sure to buy a raffle ticket to win the opportunity to light the bird The Firebird Festival offers an opportunity to come together to celebrate family, community, and renewal As winter approaches, the festival provides a unique way to reflect on the old year and look forward to the new

Visit wwwfirebirdfestivalcom for schedule of events and additional information