Events
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Tuesday Karaoke at Triumph Brewing Company
Presented by Philadelphia Karaoke at Triumph Brewing Company - Philadelphia March 30, 2010-February 14, 2012 Every Tuesday night Old City comes to life with karaoke night at Triumph Brewing Company. Sing at the very spacious restaurant bar. Several beers on tap with a constantly rotating selection. They also offer $4 vodka mixed drinks. Sing on a stage with a great sound system. Kitchen is open until midnight.
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Philadelphia Karaoke |
03/30/10 -
02/14/12 |
Triumph Brewing Company - Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
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Open Mic Night at McGillin's Olde Ale House
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McGillin's Olde Ale House |
02/26/09 -
02/25/12 |
McGillin's Olde Ale House, Philadelphia |
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Karaoke at McGillin's Olde Ale House
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McGillin's Olde Ale House |
02/25/09 -
02/25/12 |
McGillin's Olde Ale House, Philadelphia |
ART.WRITE.NOW at the National Constitution Center
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 16, 2016-March 14, 2012 ART.WRITE.NOW, a traveling exhibition featuring works by winners of the prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, will be on display at the National Constitution Center. More than 100 winning works from the nation’s most talented teen artists and writers will be on view, including sculptures, paintings, 3-D works, videos, and writing pieces displayed on iPads. The Center is the third stop of seven on the exhibition’s national tour and the only location on the East...
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National Constitution Center |
02/16/16 -
03/14/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
The Improv Cafe
Presented by The iTheater Company at Relish July 1, 2009-July 4, 2012 The Improv Cafe is a weekly interactive dinner theater. Each week patrons will have a blast laughing and crying to the antics of The iTheater Company. The audience present the situations, the actors create the story. The Improv Cafe is a family friendly event featuring great food, great fun and a great time.
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The iTheater Company |
07/01/09 -
07/04/12 |
Relish, Philadelphia |
Improv Comedy
Presented by Whipsuit at O'Neals Pub May 8, 2008-May 8, 2020 Whipsuit is now performing at O'Neals Irish Pub every second Thursday, every month!
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Whipsuit |
05/08/08 -
05/08/20 |
O'Neals Pub, Philadelphia |
Museum Tour
Presented by Wharton Esherick Museum at Wharton Esherick Museum July 21, 2009 - Ongoing Guided tour through the handcrafted home and studio of Wharton Esherick, the "dean of American craftsmen." This National Historic Landmark for Architecture reflects Esherick's artistic evolution from the Arts and Crafts, through Cubism and German Expressionism, to the Modernist free forms that characterized his later works. The Studio is filed with more than 200 of Esherick's paintings, prints, sculture, furniture and furnishings.
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Wharton Esherick Museum |
07/21/09 -
Ongoing |
Wharton Esherick Museum, Malvern |
Taste of Philadelphia Food Tour
Presented by Reading Terminal Market at Reading Terminal Market March 1, 2006 - Ongoing Learn the story behind cheesesteaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they're sold during this 75-minute food-writer-led walking tour.
Tour departs from the Reading Terminal Market information desk at 12th and Filbert Streets. Reservations are required.
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Reading Terminal Market |
03/01/06 -
Ongoing |
Reading Terminal Market, Philadelphia |
Decadent Gourmet Tour
Presented by City Food Tours at Various Locations November 24, 2007 - Ongoing Hold on to your taste buds! This 3-hour gourmet tasting adventure in the heart of Philadelphia will introduce you to tastings of 6 world-class, decadent treats at 6 of the city’s best gourmet destinations!
Your friendly and knowledgeable guide will start you off at the iconic Reading Terminal Market for an insider’s highlight tour that will introduce you to the market’s history, layout, and stops at 3 foodie havens, not to be missed. Your...
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City Food Tours |
11/24/07 -
Ongoing |
Various Locations, |
Holmesburg Jam
Presented by Holmesburg Jam at Delaware River - Northeast Philadelphia August 2, 2007 - Ongoing 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.
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Holmesburg Jam |
08/02/07 -
Ongoing |
Delaware River - Northeast Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Chef Joseph Poon's Wok 'n' Walk Tour of Chinatown
Presented by Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen at Chinatown January 30, 2009 - Ongoing Join Chef Joseph Poon for an insider's tour of this vibrant community and learn about the history, culture and food of Chinatown. Chef Joseph Poon's team serves a full lunch or dinner. Your visit includes a Tai Chi demonstration, a Chinese vegetable carving lesson and walking tour of the chef's community including stops at a fortune cookie factory, Chinese herbal medicine shop, Chinese place of worship, a Chinese bakery, Asian grocery store, fish market and more. (Stops vary depending upon...
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Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen |
01/30/09 -
Ongoing |
Chinatown, Philadelphia |
Emergence of a Modern Metropolis Philadelphia Walking Tour
Presented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture March 7, 2009 - Ongoing Guests can experience the transformation of Philadelphia from an engine of industry to a 21st century capital of business and culture. Featuring the architecture and urban design of the city, the Center for Architecture's two hour walking tour will introduce you to the Modern Metropolis of Philadelphia. The tour explores Philadelphia's diverse range of architecture from the 1870s to the present, discovering the social, economic, and political forces that shaped the modern cityscape. Tickets...
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Philadelphia Center for Architecture |
03/07/09 -
Ongoing |
Philadelphia Center for Architecture, Philadelphia |
Daytime Historic Site Tours
Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site April 6, 2009 - Ongoing Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Tours today include the cellblocks, solitary punishment cells, Al Capone's Cell, and Death Row. Admission includes “The Voices of Eastern State” Audio Tour narrated by actor Steve Buscemi.
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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site |
04/06/09 -
Ongoing |
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Philadelphia |
Frankford Avenue First Friday
Presented by New Kensington Community Development Corporation at Various Locations May 1, 2009 - Ongoing Everyone is invited to 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.
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New Kensington Community Development Corporation |
05/01/09 -
Ongoing |
Various Locations, |
WXPN's Free At Noon
Presented by WXPN at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia April 27, 2009 - Ongoing Every Friday at noon, WXPN brings live music to the air with the Free At Noon Concert series at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia. From NPR Music and WXPN, hear a live mix of roots rock, folk, country and more every week! Shows are free and open to the public, though registration is required at XPN.org. Registration begins one week in advance of each show (Friday at 1), while XPN members can signup the Thursday before. If you can't make it, the show is broadcast live on-air and on the...
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WXPN |
04/27/09 -
Ongoing |
World Cafe Live - Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Jazz Open Mic
Presented by MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore May 4, 2009 - Ongoing Come out to Jazz Open Mic night, hosted by the legendary pianist Mike Frank. Bring your instrument and desire to jam -- or just your self and your desire to listen to some of the coolest young and old talent from Philadelphia's storied jazz scene. This night has grown into a very important night at MilkBoy where jazz musicians connect.
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MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore |
05/04/09 -
Ongoing |
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore, Ardmore |
Open Mic Night
Presented by MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore May 5, 2009 - Ongoing Sign-ups begin at 6 pm. The number of performers is limited to 15 people. Each performer has the chance to do 2 songs. This format allows performers to stretch out and try some new material, and emerging artists can do just that, emerge! After the list is finished there's usually time for some 'quick hits' where artists can do one tune. Solo performers and acoustic duos or trios of any style are welcome, as well as poets and a cappella acts.
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MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore |
05/05/09 -
Ongoing |
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore, Ardmore |
Kimmel Center Building and Theater Tours
Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts May 26, 2009 - Ongoing During this tour you will find out the history of the Kimmel Center, learn architectural and construction highlights, as well as visit the Commonwealth Plaza, Perelman Theater, Verizon Hall, Merck Arts Education Center and the Dorrance H. Hamilton Garden. This tour is approximately one hour in duration. Call ahead to schedule your tour.
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Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts |
05/26/09 -
Ongoing |
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia |
Art and Architecture Tours
Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts May 23, 2009 - Ongoing Come for an in-depth look at the Kimmel Center's architecture. This walk along the Avenue of the Arts allows you to view the Center in the context of the cityscape. Tour artworks on display throughout the Kimmel Center, including the Moore Galleries and the recently installed Percent for Art collection. This tour is approximately 90 minutes in duration. Call ahead to schedule your tour.
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Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts |
05/23/09 -
Ongoing |
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia |
Tree Adventure
Presented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania July 4, 2009 - Ongoing Tree Adventure explores the relationship between plants and people with its central theme: we need trees, and trees need us. The iconic centerpiece of the exhibit is Out on a Limb, a dramatic new 450-foot long walkway that will soar 50 feet above the forest. Armed with a Passport to Adventure, visitors can also travel the expanse of the Arboretum’s 92-acre garden to learn the critical role trees play in our environment while having fun engaging with trees. The exhibit will be a fully...
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Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania |
07/04/09 -
Ongoing |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia |
Frenz
Presented by Fleisher/Ollman Gallery at Fleisher/Ollman Gallery June 18, 2009 - Ongoing Fleisher/Ollman is pleased to announce an exhibition of works selected by Will Oldham, the prolific singer-songwriter who most often records and performs under the moniker Bonnie Prince Billy. Frenz, on view June 18 through the end of the summer, will include the work of artists: Shary Boyle, Able Brown, Lori Damiano, Kyle Field, Jill Gallenstein, Sammy Harkham, Alan Licht, Ashley Macomber, Joanne Oldham, Leslie Shows and Spencer Sweeney.
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Fleisher/Ollman Gallery |
06/18/09 -
Ongoing |
Fleisher/Ollman Gallery, Philadelphia |
EuroGames Monthly Board Game Night
Presented by Media Library at Media-Upper Providence Library July 14, 2009 - Ongoing The second Tuesday of each month is EuroGames Night at the Media Library. Come out and learn these challenging games which emphasize strategy rather than luck. Among the games that will be played are: Ticket to Ride, Prince of Florence & Settlers of Catan.
Games last approx. 2hrs and beginners are welcome!
No registration is required. Please visit the website for more details.
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Media Library |
07/14/09 -
Ongoing |
Media-Upper Providence Library, Media |
Drum Circle
Presented by Seven Stones at Seven Stones August 7, 2009 - Ongoing Seven Stones gallery and storefront hosts a spirited drum circle on the first Friday of every month.
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Seven Stones |
08/07/09 -
Ongoing |
Seven Stones, Media |
Open Mic
Presented by Seven Stones Cafe at Seven Stones Café July 25, 2009 - Ongoing 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.
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Seven Stones Cafe |
07/25/09 -
Ongoing |
Seven Stones Café, Media |
Design Advocacy Group Monthly Meeting
Presented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture September 3, 2009 - Ongoing Come learn about, comment on, and debate planning projects in and around the Philadelphia region. DAG meetings are often the first place the public can learn about these projects, from proposals for casinos to plans for public parks. The mission of the Design Advocacy Group is to provide an independent and informed public voice for design quality in the architecture and physical planning of the Philadelphia region.
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Philadelphia Center for Architecture |
09/03/09 -
Ongoing |
Philadelphia Center for Architecture, Philadelphia |
Audacious Freedom: African Americans In Philadelphia 1776-1876
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia September 10, 2009 - Ongoing This permanent exhibition details the freedom journey of African Americans in Philadelphia during the nation's first century. Stories of individuals and groups highlight the Underground Railroad, the free black community in Philadelphia, African American soldiers in the Civil War, and early struggles for civil rights.
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African American Museum of Philadelphia |
09/10/09 -
Ongoing |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Philly Mini Golf
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square September 23, 2009 - Ongoing The 18-hole Philadelphia-themed course allows Guests to putt through favorite icons including Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia Museum of Art, LOVE statue, Chinatown Friendship Gate, and on the 18th hole, putt through the crack in the Liberty Bell and land in front of Independence Hall. Plus, holes celebrating Philadelphia Sports teams and Philadelphia Music legends.
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
09/23/09 -
Ongoing |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Yoga
Presented by Sangha Space at Sangha Space January 31, 2010 - Ongoing Yoga at Sangha Space (formerly Tango 411), The Space for Mind-Body Connection! Drop in or call ahead to reserve your spot. For more information and a complete schedule, see the official website.
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Sangha Space |
01/31/10 -
Ongoing |
Sangha Space, Media |
Flavors of Philly Tour
Presented by City Food Tours at Various Locations January 29, 2010 - Ongoing Discover Philly's most popular food favorites while getting a taste of the city's rich history and culture! Eat like a local on this fun, casual, Philadelphia themed tour that all of 'youz' are sure to enjoy!
This delicious and entertaining tour takes place in the heart of Philadelphia and includes 5 stops. Make room: this is not only a tasting adventure, but a meal that includes classic Philly eats like cheesesteaks and cheese whiz fries, tomato pie, soft pretzels,...
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City Food Tours |
01/29/10 -
Ongoing |
Various Locations, |
Craft Beer and Artisanal Cheese Tour
Presented by City Food Tours at Various Locations February 6, 2010 - Ongoing During this entertaining and delicious 2-hour tasting adventure in Old City Philadelphia, a fun and knowledgeable food & beer pro will introduce you to 8 Craft Beers and 4 Artisanal Cheeses in one of Philly's best microbreweries.
You’ll enjoy 8 distinct craft beers—each brewed on-site—representing a vast range of styles. During the tasting, Eric Matzke (one of the owners of City Food Tours) will share some fun facts about how beer is made, the quirky...
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City Food Tours |
02/06/10 -
Ongoing |
Various Locations, |