Events
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First Friday- Old City
Presented by Various Locations at Old City September 4, 2009-September 3, 2010 On the first Friday evening of every month the streets fill with art lovers of all kinds who wander among the neighborhood’s 40-plus galleries, most of them open from 5 until 9 p.m.
A casual atmosphere encourages art and people watching, eating at Old City’s many restaurants and just plain mingling. There’s diversity both in the crowd and among the galleries, adding flavor to the experience. Most galleries can be found between Front and Third, and Market and... |
Various Locations |
09/04/09 -
09/03/10 |
Old City, Philadelphia |
Colonial Kids Quest
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Historic Philadelphia Center May 29-September 4, 2010 The Declaration of Independence is missing! Help Phineas Bell search for clues at historic sites that will save the day. Along the way, find his runaway dog, Freedom, and meet helpful two-legged and four-legged friends. A kid-friendly “Whodunit” that’s great for detectives of all ages! |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
05/29/10 -
09/04/10 |
Historic Philadelphia Center, Philadelphia |
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Creative Collective Craft and Fine Arts Fair
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Creative Collective Craft and Fine Arts Fair |
06/05/10 -
09/04/10 |
South Street Headhouse, Philadelphia |
Lightning Bolt Express at Franklin Square
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square September 4-September 5, 2010 A fun train ride around the Square! Tickets required. Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares. Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, playgrounds, the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, and the acclaimed SquareBurger, with offerings from Starr Restaurants.... |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
09/04/10 -
09/05/10 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Creatures of the Abyss
Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 5-September 6, 2010 Take a journey to the most inaccessible ecosystem on Earth—the deep ocean. Discover the unearthly creatures and fascinating landscapes of this largely unknown world. Full-scale models, preserved specimens, exploration vehicles, and a bioluminescence theater shed light on the mysteries of the deep sea and the bizarre creatures that live there. Free with museum admission. |
Academy of Natural Sciences |
06/05/10 -
09/06/10 |
Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia |
Labor Day Fun at Franklin Square
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square September 6, 2010 Free fun and games on the Great Lawn. Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares. Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, playgrounds, the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, and the acclaimed SquareBurger, with offerings from Starr Restaurants. After a day of... |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
09/06/10 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Pennsylvania Coast Day
Presented by Partnership for the Delaware Estuary at Great Plaza at Penn's Landing September 11, 2010 Pennsylvania Coast Day is a free festival for families. Visitors will have four ways to experience the Delaware River. These include free tours on the RiverLink Ferry (first 1,200 people), $5 kayak lessons and $5 pedal-boat rides. New Jersey’s official tall ship, the A.J. Meerwald, will also be in port. Its crew is offering sailing trips. There will also be numerous exhibits inside and outside the Independence Seaport Museum (special $5 admission rate). Kids can get their faces... |
Partnership for the Delaware Estuary |
09/11/10 |
Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, Philadelphia |
Undy 5000 5K Run: A Brief Run To Fight Colon Cancer
Presented by Colon Cancer Alliance at Martin Luther King Drive (West River Drive) September 11, 2010 The 3rd Annual Philadelphia Undy 5000 5K run will be held on Saturday, September 11 to help bring greater awareness to colon cancer, the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. All participants are urged to wear briefs, boxers or undies to help raise awareness of colon cancer. All participants will receive a pair of race day boxers! The Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA), a national patient advocacy organization dedicated to ending the suffering caused by colon cancer, will... |
Colon Cancer Alliance |
09/11/10 |
Martin Luther King Drive (West River Drive), Philadelphia |
GreenFest Philly 2010
Presented by Urban Green Partnership at South Street Headhouse September 12, 2010 Celebrating five years as the area’s largest environmental event, GreenFest Philly announces its third year in the South Street Headhouse Square District. Each year more than 20,000 people attend this free one-day street fair. Highlighting everything from sewing buttons to buying second hand to purchasing a sustainable wardrobe, this year’s theme is fashion. Featuring a fashion show and clothing swap, the event will emphasize the importance of supporting our local thrift stores,... |
Urban Green Partnership |
09/12/10 |
South Street Headhouse, Philadelphia |
Bike Philly 2010
Presented by Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia at Philadelphia Museum of Art - Stairs September 12, 2010 Bike Philly is a morning of relaxed biking on certified car-free Philadelphia streets. Bring friends to celebrate with thousands of riders of all ages. This once a year event is family- friendly, featuring a car-free 10 and 20 mile loop and a challenging 35 mile option on shared roads. Enjoy the historic beauty of Philadelphia on two wheels and support the Bicycle Coalition’s efforts to make the city more livable and sustainable. Bicyclists of all skill levels are welcome. Bike... |
Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia |
09/12/10 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art - Stairs, Philadelphia |
Family Jams: Reverse Painting
Presented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens September 12, 2010 Isaiah uses reverse painting techniques on glass to add vibrant colors to his mosaic murals. For September's Family Jam, everyone can create and take home their own reverse paintings. Kid friendly tours will be held. |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens |
09/12/10 |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, Philadelphia |
Journeys of the Wolf
Presented by Philadelphia Live Arts Festival & Philly Fringe at Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion September 11-September 12, 2010 Before the time of science, wisdom was spoken in the voices of nature. From that time comes “Journeys of the Wolf,” a contemporary offering of an age-old story telling tradition. Drumming, singing, and narration coupled with soaring progressive music create a tapestry that weaves ancient truths into our contemporary world. Chester County composer Christine Campbell is joined by fellow performers John Swana, Chico Huff, Joe Mullen, Styx Latte, Bonnie Schuman, Hope Merket,... |
Philadelphia Live Arts Festival & Philly Fringe |
09/11/10 -
09/12/10 |
Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion, Philadelphia |
Baby Loves Disco
Presented by Miles of Marketing at Shampoo Nightclub September 12, 2010 This is the only disco in the PA market for 2010, tickets are going fast! Sponsored by H&M, Creativity for Kids, Tattoos for Tots, Snikiddy & Ella’s Kitchen. Baby Loves Disco was born in the clubs and will return to some of the country’s hottest spots, lending evidence to long standing theory that Saturday afternoons are the new Saturday night. This is the traditional BLD dance party where they transform local nightclubs into child proof discos as toddlers,... |
Miles of Marketing |
09/12/10 |
Shampoo Nightclub, Philadelphia |
Constitution: On Display
Presented by Historical Society of Pennsylvania at Historical Society of Pennsylvania September 17, 2010 The Historical Society of Pennsylvania has several versions of the United States Constitution, including the earliest surviving draft handwritten by Constitutional Convention delegate James Wilson and the first newspaper printing by The Pennsylvania Packet. On September 17, in celebration of Constitution Day, HSP will display six original versions in its library, so visitors can see the evolution of this national treasure. |
Historical Society of Pennsylvania |
09/17/10 |
Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia |
CCIS Early Childhood Education Fair
Presented by Center City Independent Schools at St. Peter's School September 19, 2010 The CCIS Early Childhood Fair will be an opportunity for parents of children under 5 years old to learn about the wide variety of educational programs in the Center City area. The Cat's Pajamas will perform a kids concert. This is a great opportunity to learn about the education options in Philadelphia for the youngest learners! |
Center City Independent Schools |
09/19/10 |
St. Peter's School, Philadelphia |
Talk Like A Pirate Day
Presented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum September 19, 2010 Ahoy Mateys! Grab your parrot and bring your crew to celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day at the Independence Seaport Museum. Find ye pirate name, get yer face painted up Pirate, learn how to talk like a Pirate and get up close to live parrots from the Philadelphia Zoo at this family-friendly annual event. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed as their favorite Pirate. All activities are free with museum admission. |
Independence Seaport Museum |
09/19/10 |
Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia |
Junie B. Jones
Presented by Walnut Street Theatre at Walnut Street Theatre for Kids September 25, 2010 Junie B. is one busy first grader. She's making new friends, like Herb and Jose, getting her first pair of glasses and helping the cafeteria lady (she even gets to wear a hairnet!). But, Junie B. runs into a problem when she stubs her toe practicing for the first grade kickball tournament and isn't allowed to play. Luckily, her friend Sheldon can't play either, so at least she'll have someone to talk to during the game... maybe they'll even do a half-time show! With so many things going on,... |
Walnut Street Theatre |
09/25/10 |
Walnut Street Theatre for Kids, Philadelphia |
Parade of Chariots: Krishna's Bhakti Fest
Presented by ISKCON of Philadelphia at Philadelphia Museum of Art - Eakins Oval September 25, 2010 The Parade of Chariots will begin near Love Park in Center City Philadelphia at 16th and Ben Franklin Parkway. It will proceed from there down the Ben Franklin Parkway to Eakin’s Oval in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art where the Festival of India will be held. Included in the parade will be a Large Garbha dance Ensemble, lila characters in costume, kirtan chanters and dancers, loving devotees pulling the huge chariot of Lord Jagannatha, Baladeva, Lady Subhadra and Srila... |
ISKCON of Philadelphia |
09/25/10 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art - Eakins Oval, Philadelphia |
Fresh 2010
Presented by Projects Gallery at Projects Gallery September 3-September 25, 2010 In the third edition of its annual season opener of emerging artists, Projects Gallery announces Fresh! 2010. This year’s exhibition was co-curated by Gallery Director Helen Meyrick and recent Yale graduate school finalist and Fresh! 2008 alum artist Brooke Holloway. Participants include: Adrián Aguirre, Christy Bottie, Michelle Anne Clements, Scott Patrick Giblin, Katelyn Greth, Kelly A. Kozma, a.d. loveday, Maggie Mills, Reza Nahaie-Ghanad, Winston Sordoni and Laurie... |
Projects Gallery |
09/03/10 -
09/25/10 |
Projects Gallery, Philadelphia |
Forms of Contingency: New York and Turin: 1960s-1970s
Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art April 24-September 30, 2010 Forms of Contingency includes important sculptures and installations from 13 artists who figured prominently in Post-Minimalism and Arte Povera, two of the major artistic currents of the late 1960s. Featuring works by Eva Hesse, Robert Morris, Bruce Nauman, Pier Paolo Calzolari, and others, this exhibition charts the changing attitudes toward sculpture in this formative time period and document the importance of New York and Turin as centers of artistic innovation. |
Philadelphia Museum of Art |
04/24/10 -
09/30/10 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
Philadelphia Fundred Mint
Presented by Fabric Workshop and Museum at Fabric Workshop and Museum: New Temporary Contemporary April 18-September 30, 2010 Come to The Fabric Workshop and Museum's annex gallery The New Temporary Contemporary home to the Philadelphia Fundred Mint! A project dedicated to showcasing the value of your creativity. It also has a critical mission: to support a solution to lead-contaminated soil and to help end Lead poisoning in cities across the country, like Philadelphia, starting in New Orleans. They have converted the space so you can draw and exhibit your own Fundred Dollar Bill. Each visitor can contribute to... |
Fabric Workshop and Museum |
04/18/10 -
09/30/10 |
Fabric Workshop and Museum: New Temporary Contemporary, Philadelphia |
Art After 5 Presents Philly Jazz
Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art July 1-September 30, 2010 From sultry to soulful, the moods of summer are evoked by a diverse lineup of musical performers in ART AFTER 5 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Leading local and international artists in jazz and world music perform in the Great Stair Hall on Friday evenings as the space becomes a lively concert hall complete with specialty cocktails, appetizers, and artisan-style desserts, and spills out to the Museum’s East Terrace, where visitors sip martinis al fresco on the elegant portico... |
Philadelphia Museum of Art |
07/01/10 -
09/30/10 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
Sculpture Saturdays Presented by PNC Arts Alive
Presented by Fairmount Park Art Association at Benjamin Franklin Parkway September 11-October 16, 2010 Six Saturdays of free family-friendly programming along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, including artist-led sculpture workshops for children and semi-guided iPod tours. Hands-on programs for all ages will be available throughout the day. Explore public art in Philadelphia through Sculpture Saturdays! Sculpture-making Workshops take place at Aviator Park (20th and the Parkway). iPod Tours begin and end at Café Cret (16th and the Parkway) |
Fairmount Park Art Association |
09/11/10 -
10/16/10 |
Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia |
Lightning Bolt Express at Franklin Square
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square October 16-October 17, 2010 A fun fall train ride around the Square! Tickets required. Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares. Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, playgrounds, the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, and the acclaimed SquareBurger, with offerings from Starr... |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
10/16/10 -
10/17/10 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Franklin Square Pumpkin Patch and Lightning Bolt Express
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square October 23-October 24, 2010 Pick a pumpkin out of the Pumpkin Patch and decorate it to take home. Plus a fun fall train ride around the Square! Tickets required. Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares. Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, playgrounds, the Philadelphia Park Liberty... |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
10/23/10 -
10/24/10 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Spooky Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square October 1-October 31, 2010 Philly Mini Golf is transformed into spooky fun for the season with fog, lights, music, and surprises. Tickets required. Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares. Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, playgrounds, the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel,... |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
10/01/10 -
10/31/10 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Franklin Square Trick Or Treat Trail & Lightning Bolt Express
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square October 30-October 31, 2010 Make your very own Trick-Or-Treat bag and follow the Trick-Or-Treat Trail map throughout Franklin Square. Plus, a fun fall train ride around the Square! Tickets required. Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares. Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain,... |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
10/30/10 -
10/31/10 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Presented by Ghost Tours of Philadelphia at Signers Garden July 7-October 31, 2010 Experience Philadelphia after dark and discover the secrets hidden in the shadows of America's most historic and most haunted city! Candlelight Walking Tours meander along the back streets and into the mysterious gardens of Society Hill and Independence Park, where ghostly spirits, haunted houses and eerie graveyards lurk in the night! |
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia |
07/07/10 -
10/31/10 |
Signers Garden, Philadelphia |
Haunted Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Presented by Ghost Tours of Philadelphia at Bourse July 8-October 31, 2010 In the shadows of Philadelphia's historic streets, mysterious legends and dark secrets are waiting to be unearthed! Explore the Other Side of Philly folklore and history on a Victorian-style, open-air trolley, and visit up to 20 locations in Society Hill and Old City, stepping off for a closer look at three sites. Discover unexplainable apparitions, long-forgotten mass burial grounds, rogues, scoundrels and socialites, and other haunting tales from Philly's buried past! |
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia |
07/08/10 -
10/31/10 |
Bourse, Philadelphia |
Music & Movement Classes for Infant: 5 Years
Presented by Fairmount Art Center at Fairmount Art Center September 22-October 31, 2010 Unleash your mini-Mozart in Fairmount Art Center's distinctive and dynamic music and movement classes! Courses are arranged by age group and offer 45 minutes of rhythmic-packed creative engagement and musical exploration with child, caregiver, teacher, and the group! Taught by experienced early-childhood music educators, our music and movement program is designed to develop a life-long love for music and important skills through singing/chanting, instrument playing, moving, dancing,... |
Fairmount Art Center |
09/22/10 -
10/31/10 |
Fairmount Art Center, Philadelphia |
