Events
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Bird Discovery Weekend
Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 9-June 10, 2012 The Academy of Naltural Sciences of Drexel University’s bicentennial year features a specially themed Bird Discovery Weekend, highlighting important aspects of the institution’s Ornithology Collection. Birds are the center of attention throughout June, when visitors can learn about the collection and take a look at VIREO, the world’s largest bird image bank. On June 9th and 10th, meet a real ornithologist, learn to identify local birds, participate in a bird migration and...
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Academy of Natural Sciences |
06/09/12 -
06/10/12 |
Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia |
African American Images Trolley Tour
Presented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia April 28-November 24, 2012 The Mural Arts Program presents a compilation of murals that capture the rich African American experience in Philadelphia. The murals honor significant figures W.E.B. DuBois, Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Dr. J., Malcolm X, and many more.
In addition to the 2-hour guided mural tour, admission to the African American Museum in Philadelphia is included (up to a $37 dollar value)! The mural tour includes audio narration by ?uestlove of the Grammy® Award-winning band The Roots,...
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Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia |
04/28/12 -
11/24/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Transit of Venus
Presented by American Philosophical Society Museum at American Philosophical Society Museum June 1-June 10, 2012 On Tuesday, June 5th, the world will witness a rare astronomical event. It is called a Transit of Venus. The planet Venus will be visible moving across the disk of the sun, beginning at about 6 pm in Philadelphia. This won't happen again until 2117, so this is likely to be a once-in-a-lifetime event.
From June 1st-10th, the American Philosophical Society Museum will be presenting an exhibition of rare scientific instruments, including the telescope David Rittenhouse built to...
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American Philosophical Society Museum |
06/01/12 -
06/10/12 |
American Philosophical Society Museum, Philadelphia |
Transit of Venus & Tune-Up Workshops
Presented by American Philosophical Society Museum at American Philosophical Society Museum June 2-June 3, 2012 On June 5, 2012, there will be a rare astronomical event--a Transit of Venus. Beginning at 6pm in Philadelphia, the planet Venus will be visible moving across the disk of the sun. A transit never happened in the 20th century and won't happen again until 2117. It will truly be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The American Philosophical Society Museum (104 S. Fifth Street) will be offering family-friendly, hands-on workshops on June 2-3, to help everybody get ready for the...
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American Philosophical Society Museum |
06/02/12 -
06/03/12 |
American Philosophical Society Museum, Philadelphia |
Arden Theatre Drama Summer Camp-Into The Woods
Presented by Arden Theatre Company at Arden Theatre Company June 25-June 29, 2012 Explore the possibilities when you step deep into the forest. Take a magical journey while creating an original play set somewhere in the woods.
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Arden Theatre Company |
06/25/12 -
06/29/12 |
Arden Theatre Company, Philadelphia |
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Arden Theatre Drama School Summer Camp - Super Sleuths & Detectives
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Arden Theatre Company |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Arden Theatre Company, Philadelphia |
Robin Hood
Presented by Arden Theatre Company at Arden Theatre Company - Arcadia Stage April 25-June 17, 2012 Enter Sherwood Forrest with Robin Hood, the legendary hero! Wielding a bow and arrow, Robin and his merry men join forces to stand up for what’s right. This athletic take on the fabled story features trickery, disguises, swordfights, live music and plenty of help from the audience.
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Arden Theatre Company |
04/25/12 -
06/17/12 |
Arden Theatre Company - Arcadia Stage, Philadelphia |
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Robin Hood - Grandparents; Day!
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Arden Theatre Company |
05/27/12 |
Arden Theatre Company - F. Otto Haas Stage, Philadelphia |
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Arden Theatre Company Tulipomania Showtime Workshop
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Arden Theatre Company |
06/10/12 |
Arden Theatre Company - F. Otto Haas Stage, Philadelphia |
Kids' Kitchen
Presented by Betsy Ross House at Betsy Ross House August 10, 2010-August 31, 2012 How did Betsy Ross and her colonial counterparts cook without all the modern conveniences we take for granted? Find out in this new interactive exhibit sponsored by City Tavern. After you check out the exhibit, head to the City Tavern for some authentic colonial fare and a free tasty treat!
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Betsy Ross House |
08/10/10 -
08/31/12 |
Betsy Ross House, Philadelphia |
Kids' Creative Movement
Presented by Kun Yang Lin/Dancers at CHI Movement Arts Center January 23, 2012 - Ongoing Movement concepts will be explored in a group setting for the first time. Children will have the opportunity to explore and develop their imaginations through dance exercises that promote freedom of expression as well as balance and coordination. There will be a mix of ballet, modern, improvisation, floor and across-the-room exercises, as well as props and costumes.
Marcie Mamura is an artist, educator, and collaborator. Originally from Sioux City, IA, she moved to Philadelphia...
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Kun Yang Lin/Dancers |
01/23/12 -
Ongoing |
CHI Movement Arts Center, Philadelphia |
KidsInCenterCity.com Saturday Playdate
Presented by Center City District at Comcast Center June 9, 2012 Event: KidsInCenterCity.com Saturday Playdate
Date: Saturday, June 9, 2012
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Location: The Market & Shops at Comcast Center, lower level 1701 JFK Blvd
Visit the Market & Shops at the Comcast Center for a free Phanatic Playdate featuring special guests, The Phillie Phanatic and Scott Palmer, for the first public reading of the new book: The Phillie Phanatic’s Friendly Games. Kids and their families will also have the chance to mingle...
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Center City District |
06/09/12 |
Comcast Center, Philadelphia |
Prison Break Weekend
Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site June 9-June 10, 2012 All New Restored Bocci Court and Living History
Most inmates didn’t literally escape from prison; they found meaning, friendship and recreation, when possible, inside the walls. This weekend, visitors can try their hand at Bocci Ball, a traditional Italian recreation practiced by aging inmates at Eastern State throughout the 20th century. The original courts were built at the base of Eastern State’s massive wall, and are now open, fully restored, for the first time...
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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site |
06/09/12 -
06/10/12 |
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Philadelphia |
Bastille Day
Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site July 14, 2012 It's one of Philadelphia’s most popular summertime events! Eastern State Penitentiary teams with Philadelphia cabaret act The Bearded Ladies and local businesses for a playful reenactment of the Storming of the Bastille (influenced more by Monty Python than the French Revolution), followed by a French-themed street party. Come early and take a tour of Eastern State, or stay late and take a 25-minute evening tour following the reenactment.
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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site |
07/14/12 |
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Philadelphia |
West Park Arts Fest
Presented by West Park Cultural Center at Fairmount Park June 9, 2012 A kick-off to another summer of fun begins at the 5th Annual West Park Arts Fest in Fairmount Park at 40th and Parkside. The festival, featuring performances and activities by a wide range of artists, community organizations and featured guests is free and will occur rain or shine. The theme for the 2012 festival,“Friends Across Cultures,” is about celebrating the unique multicultural richness of art, nature and community engagement by bringing together arts and cultural...
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West Park Cultural Center |
06/09/12 |
Fairmount Park, Philadelphia |
Spring Concert
Presented by Philadelphia Boys Choir and Chorale at First Baptist Church of Philadelphia June 3, 2012 Join Philadelphia Boys Choir and chorale for the season finale concert before the choir and chorale leave for their Baltic Tour! The concert program includes Schubert's Mass in G, Paul Mealor's Ubi Caritas (written for the Royal Wedding last year), and more selections including spirituals and Broadway tunes.
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Philadelphia Boys Choir and Chorale |
06/03/12 |
First Baptist Church of Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Rockin' Rummage Sale
Presented by Rock to the Future at First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia June 2, 2012 Come out to the First Unitarian Church (21st and Chestnut) for a Rockin' Rummage Sale! One person's junk is another's treasure! Come search through flea market items, local artwork, crafts, and support Rock to the Future! Live music and food!
Rock to the Future is a Fishtown/Kensington-area nonprofit that gives local kids the chance to get homework help and rock out every day after school! To learn more, visit http://www.RocktotheFuturePhilly.org/.
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Rock to the Future |
06/02/12 |
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
After School Workshop: Paint, Splash and Doodle (Ages 5-7)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial April 11-June 13, 2012 Working with various painting and drawing materials, young artists will use elements of art such as, line, shape, color, and texture to create their own artwork. Students should bring a snack.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
04/11/12 -
06/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
After-School Workshop: Cartooning (Ages 8-10)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial April 11-June 13, 2012 Learn the fundamentals of creating and designing your own cartoon characters and their environments. Students will learn how to make their own story with their own characters into a comic book, ready to be reproduced. They will learn different techniques and tricks used by professionals to help perfect their own cartooning style. Along the way, students will learn skills by using different exercises and collaborative games to enhance their drawings.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
04/11/12 -
06/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
After-School Workshop: Dark Room Photography (Ages 13-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial April 11-June 13, 2012 Young artists will learn basic elements of art and design through 2-D projects. Students will learn about composition, perspective, value, tone, shading and basic color theory. This workshop is open to all skill levels for students who are interested in developing or enhancing their technique and drawing skills. This class is limited to 12 students.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
04/11/12 -
06/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
After School Workshop: Elements of Art and Design (Ages 11-13)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial April 11-June 13, 2012 Young artists will learn basic elements of art and design through 2-D projects. Students will learn about composition, perspective, value, tone, shading and basic color theory. This workshop is open to all skill levels for students who are interested in developing or enhancing their techniques and drawing skills
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
04/11/12 -
06/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
ARTspiration!
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial June 9, 2012 Fleisher Art Memorial is pleased to announce the date of their sixth annual ARTspiration! Festival. This day-long event will once again offer free art-making, music, and dance activities for youth and their families on Fleisher’s premises. Also participating with additional activities will be local neighborhood businesses and community partners.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
06/09/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Darkroom Photography (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 9-July 13, 2012 In this class students will learn how to use their manual film cameras, how to develop black-and-white film, and how to print images in the darkroom. Students will also become familiar with the work of many historic and contemporary photographers and participate in formal and informal critiques of their work.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Painting 101 (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 9-July 13, 2012 So much to do, so little time! Hurry up and enjoy the end of your summer vacation by mastering the basics of oil painting! Students will produce unique and expressive portraits and still life in studio as well as take advantage of Fleisher's charming neighborhood by painting outdoors. Acquire skills such as color theory, color mixing, and various techniques of paint application. Considerable drawing experience recommended. Great for portfolio building.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Pixelation Animation (ages 11-13)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 9-July 13, 2012 Have you ever wanted to float around on air or turn yourself into a human skateboard? Make the impossible possible by using your own body to become a living stop motion puppet. Collaborate with others to make your imagination come alive frame by frame through this animation technique.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Drawing 101 (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 9-July 13, 2012 Young artists will learn basic elements of art and design through 2-dimensional projects. Students will learn about composition, perspective, value, tone, and shading. Students will take inspiration for projects from contemporary and historical art examples. This workshop is open to all skill levels for students who are interested in developing or enhancing their technique and drawing skills. Great for portfolio building.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Batik (Ages 11-13)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 16-July 20, 2012 Young artists will learn basic elements of art and design through 2-dimensional projects. Students will learn about composition, perspective, value, tone, and shading. Students will take inspiration for projects from contemporary and historical art examples. This workshop is open to all skill levels for students who are interested in developing or enhancing their technique and drawing skills. Great for portfolio building.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/16/12 -
07/20/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Guerilla Filmmaking (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 16-July 20, 2012 No school, no job, no money? Time to make a movie! Guerilla filmmaking requires an improvisational attitude to digital video where you can take advantage of simple props and real locations ready and available to you. Try your hand at writing, acting in, filming, and editing your own low budget cinematic sequence.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/16/12 -
07/20/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Animal Sculpture (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Learn the basics of modeling three-dimensional animal forms, beginning with bones, skulls, and taxidermy and moving on to live animals. Each piece will be sculpted in clay. No prior experience necessary.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Digital Street Photography (Ages 14-18)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Students will take their cameras to the streets of Philadelphia's colorful Italian Market, the lively South Street area, and the famous Magic Gardens and explore what the "decisive moment" means for them! Students will develop their photographic eye, and make images that tell stories while capturing their own point of view. Students will learn basic Photoshop Elements ® editing and manipulation of images and will finish class with a portfolio of five prints. Students must...
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |