
Carnivous Plants @ the Chemical Heritage Foundation back in March '09
Ah, First Friday. There’s just so much going on all around the city, that it’s hard to write up a post for every single event. So here’s a roundup of some of the happenings going down tomorrow.
First Friday @ the Chemical Heritage Foundation: Carnivorous Plants – The folks at the Chemical Heritage Foundation have done an excellent job leaping into the First Friday scene, delivering some of the most unique First Friday experiences in the city. This month’s features Martha Miller and Joe Rucker, experts in carnivorous plants, and will introduces attendees to an array of insect-chomping plants. Runs from 5PM to 8PM, and they’ll be feeding the plants at 6:15 and 7:15.
Khmer Art Gallery – Located on 11th and Callowhill, the Khmer Art Gallery opens their doors on First Friday, dishing out cocktails, appetizers, and, of course, art. The gallery has an extensive collection of Cambodian art on display, from sculptures to paintings to jewelry. Stop by and see the city’s largest collection of Buddhas.
First Friday @ Smak Parlour – I highlighted this event yesterday. Go say hi to the Smak girls and get yourself a makeover.
First Friday @ Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction – A new exhibit entitled Impernanent Bliss, featuring mixed-media works by Eric Amling, Kirkland Bray and Matt LaFleur. Artists will be on the scene. Have a talk, eat some nibbles, sip some wine.
Mt. Airy First Friday – Pay a visit to the Avenue in Mt. Airy for their First Friday events, which features a wealth of open art galleries.
Frankford Avenue First Friday – Hosted by the New Kensington Community Development Co (the awesome folks who bring the Kinetic Sculpture Derby here each year), the neighborhoods of Fishtown and Kensington join together for Frankford Ave’s monthly First Fridays. Galleries, bars, and restaurants stay open late, with artists showing off their wares through the night. Most galleries open at around 5ish.
Creature Feature @ Brave New Worlds – This Old City comic book shop always has their lobby packed on First Friday, with illustrators and comics galore showing off their works. This First Friday’s exhibit features pieces from Philadelphia’s Cartooning Society.
Left Behind @ the Projects Gallery – Old City’s Projects Gallery presents Jim Brossy’s Left Behind, which highlights his handcrafted figures created from debris, construction materials, and traditional paint. The exhibit opens today, with a reception with the artist.
We Are Tiger Dragon People – The Asian Arts Initiative launches this exhibit by local artist Collete Fu, which features pop-up books, collages, and photographs that explore southwestern China.
Know of an event I missed? Leave it in the comments! Have a great First Friday, everyone!