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Enjoy samples of John's Water Ice tonight at the Philadelphia History Museum's Conversation's on Cool event. (Photo by R. Kennedy for GPTMC)

[Summer in Philadelphia is action-packed, and we want to help you cherry-pick from all the events and activities going on. On certain days that promise particularly bustling evenings, we'll be rounding up our selections for the most can't-miss pursuits with which to fill your schedule. See you out there!]

• Conversations on Cool at the Philadelphia History Museum: Tonight at the Philadelphia History Museum, discover the history of your favorite summer treats while enjoying samples from Bassett’s Ice Cream, Franklin Fountain and John’s Water Ice.

Where: Philadelphia History Museum, 15 S. 7th Street
When: Wednesday, July 20, 6–8 p.m.
Cost: $10 for non-members, free for members

• All-You-Can-Eat Blue Crab Night at The Wishing Well: Enjoy unlimited succulent blue crabs and refreshing beer specials tonight at the Wishing Well, from 5-10 p.m.

Where: 767 S. 9th Street
When: Wednesday, July 20, 5-10 p.m.
Cost: $22.99 per person

• Center City Sips: The summer’s happiest happy hour returns, with $4 cocktails, $3 wine, $2 beer and half-price appetizers at more than 80 bars.

When: June 1–August 31, Wednesdays 5–7 p.m.
Where: 83 bars in Center City
Cost: $4 cocktails, $3 wine, $2 beer and half-price appetizers

• University City Dining Days: Through July 28, nearly 30 participating restaurants are offering an array of hot deals on dinner. These offers clock in at either $15, $25 or $30 for three courses, making them both delicious and accessible for just about everyone. Remember you can still enter our giveaway: win $100 in restaurant gift certificates!

Where: Nearly 30 participating restaurants in West Philadelphia
When: Now- July 28
Cost: $15, $25 or $30

• PM @ Penn Museum Summer Nights: The alfresco concert series continues tonight at 5 p.m., where you can hear eclectic live music, explore the beautiful Warden Garden, sip drinks and enjoy light fare from the Pepper Mill Café’s garden bar.

When: Wednesdays, June 22-August 24
, 5-8 p.m.
Where: 3260 South Street
Cost: $5 (includes admission into the museum)

Check out four more events below.

• Ballet X at the Wilma Theater:The ballet isn’t always just for monocle-sporting aristocrats or evil dance instructors straight out of an episode of I Love Lucy. Ballet X at the Wilma Theater presents audiences with a series of shows at once culturally relevant and eminently hip.

Where: The Wilma Theatre, Broad and Spruce Streets
When: July 20-24
Cost: General $30, Senior $25, Students $20

• “Phillies Favorites” menu at Meritage: During all night games, enjoy Meritage’s special “Phillies Favorites” menu, which includes Korean Fried Chicken Wings, Braised Pork Shoulder Tacos and Vegan Tempura.

Where: 500 S. 20th Street
When: During all night games
Cost: Small plates ranging from $3-$5

• Authors Brian McManus and Sarah Stolfa at the Free Library: Tonight, the Free Library is hosting two authors who offer very unique perspectives on Philly’s bar scene, Brian McManus of Philadelphia Weekly and author and photographer Sarah Stolfa.

Where: 1901 Vine Street
When: Wednesday, July 20, 7:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE

• South Street Headhouse Summer Indie Film Series: The weekly outdoor movie screening series continues this evening with Night Catches Us, which was filmed in Philadelphia. BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair)!

When: Wednesday evenings through August 31
Where: Headhouse Square, 2nd Street between Pine and Lombard Streets
Cost: Free