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The ICA is home to provocative contemporary art.
(Photo courtesy ICA)

The Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania is offering free admission all month long.

Since the 1960s, the ICA has led the way in revealing the hottest trends in contemporary art with the first-ever museum shows of Andy Warhol, Laurie Anderson, Agnes Martin, Robert Indiana and other influential artists.

Take advantage of the month-long free admission by checking out the Charline von Heyl exhibition, featuring 18 paintings and collages; Jennifer Bolande Landmarks, a site-specific installation; and Living Document / Naked Reality: Towards an Archival Cinema, which explores cinema’s complex political, formal and ideological history from the 1910s-1960s by showcasing the work of six international artists.

Free admission to the ICA is sponsored by the Amanda (C95) and Glenn (W87/WG88) Fuhrman Fund.

Institute of Contemporary Art
118 S. 36th Street
www.icaphila.org

As Center City Restaurant Week winds down, Chima Brazilian Steakhouse and its talented gauchos are keeping the excitement going. Chima is extending their Rodizio (seasoned meat) and gourmet salad bar special from February 5–9. For just $35 a person, indulge in delicious South American flavors and fresh, seasonal salad ingredients. Chima is named after the chimarrao, a traditional drink of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, that symbolizes hospitality and friendship. The steakhouse most definitely lives up to its name. Call (215) 525-3233 for reservations. [Chima]

Philadelphia-based Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia Co. has developed a major following creating and selling authentic, vintage-inspired sports apparel for more than 100 years.

Now the classic sports brand presents its 17th Annual Winter Sale at the Philadelphia flagship store in Center City.

For four days only, February 1-4, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., all men’s and women’s branded and vintage inspired team apparel and headwear will be 50% off.

Stock up on limited-edition outerwear, T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, hats and jerseys before they’re gone (and they will go fast).

And with the Sixers’ and Flyers’ seasons in full gear and the Phillies home opener around the corner, it’s a perfect time to pick up hometown gear.

Mitchell & Ness 17th Annual Winter Sale
Where: 1201 Chestnut Street
When: February 1-4, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Cost: Pay as you go
More info: www.mitchellandness.com

Take advantage of the massive winter sale to stock up on on-trend clothes, accessories and more.
(Photo courtesy Arcadia)

Arcadia’s first annual Winter Attic Sale & Spring Pre-Sale is set for this Friday, January 27-Sunday, January 29 upstairs in the shop’s Rittenhouse Square location.

Arcadia’s annual Summer Warehouse sale in Northern Liberties (its other site) has always been such a hit they decided to run a Fall/Winter version and bring the fun to the Rittenhouse crowd.

The sale will include 50-75% off all Fall and Winter 2011 styles, plus a clearance section of clothing and accessories that starts at $20.

And, for anyone already dreaming of Spring (like us) nab 15% off all new spring styles in both store locations. There will be plenty of great sale items for the guys as well.

Can’t make it in person? Use code SPRAYTAN to receive 15% off site-wide this weekend only.

Arcadia Boutique’s Winter Attic Sale & Spring Pre-Sale
Where: 265 S. 20th Street and 819 N. 2nd Street
When: Friday, January 27-Sunday, January 29
Cost: Pay as you go
More info: www.arcadiaboutique.com

Taking a cue from the success of Restaurant Week, Tashan is offering its own dining special the same dates. (Photo courtesy Tashan)

Despite the resounding chorus of critical acclaim for Tashan, it’s location at 777 S. Broad (south of South Street) puts it outside of the Center City District and thus out in the cold for Restaurant Week, running now through January 27 and January 29-February 3.

Taking a cue from the success of Restaurant Week, Tashan is offering its own dining special the same dates.

All patrons will pay just $35 on the first $50 per person of every guest check… including food and liquor. That means you can order anything off the menu and enjoy a discount, without being limited to a prix fixe selection.

Be sure to mention this offer when you make reservations or tell your server when you’re seated.

Tashan
777 S. Broad
www.mytashan.com

Wagyu Cheeseburger with a Fried Egg, plus soup and side, for only $18? Yes, please. (Photo courtesy Capital Grille)

For the power-lunchers out there or anyone who enjoys a hearty lunch deal, The Capital Grille is dishing out a new menu, “Plates”, to entice the appetite.

Promised to have you served and on your way in 45 minutes, you can enjoy the three-course salad or soup/sandwich/side mix-and-match options for $18, Monday through Friday during normal lunch hours.

While CG’s regular lunch menu will still be available, “Plates” offers items like roasted red pepper soup, mini tenderloins, lobster rolls and truffles fries. Yum!

Peep the full “Plates” menu selection here.

The Capital Grille “Plates” Lunch Special
Where: 1338 Chestnut Street
When: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $18
More info: www.thecapitalgrille.com

Every Monday is Mussel Night at Bridget Foy’s on South Street. Head to the bar from 5-10 p.m. for a bowl of steaming mussels paired with a Belgian style ale or a glass of house wine for just $12. You’ll then be perfectly situated to grab dessert a healthy walk over to the Franklin Fountain, or gelato at Pizzeria Stella. Or else continue the bar fun at Dark Horse on Headhouse Square. Make every Monday from now on Mussels Monday at Bridget Foy’s. Oh, and Thursdays at Bridget Foy’s are Beer & A Burger for $10. Just saying. [Mussels Monday at Bridget Foy's]

The wood-burning oven and grill add distinct flavor to the menu at Route 6, including Chef Anthony DiRienzo's daily dished up lobster. (Photo courtesy Route 6)

Stephen Starr’s newest restaurant Route 6 is celebrating Restaurant Week with a special “Lobster Week” promotion, running January 22-27 and January 29-February 3.

For $35 guests can enjoy a three-course dinner menu, including choice of starter, a 1 ¼ pound steamed lobster served with twice baked potato and creamed corn, and warm apple pie for dessert.

Fun fact: Route 6 is named after the famed highway that begins in Provincetown, Mass., and runs through the heart of Cape Cod. The restaurant is also situated, incidentally, on Broad Street, also known as Route 611.

Reservations are available online or by calling (215) 391-4600.

Check out the full menu below.

Lobster Week at Route 6
When: January 22-27 and January 29-February 3
Where: 600 N. Broad Street
Cost: $35
More info: www.route6restaurant.com

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For $25 you get two delicious courses and dessert.
(Photo courtesy Stella)

Pizzeria Stella in Headhouse Square will once again be celebrating their own version of Restaurant Week, with “Pizza Week,” from January 22-27 and January 29–February 3.

You get your choice of Antipasti or Salad + any pizza + gelato (current flavors: Stracciatella, Honey Mascarpone, Blackberry, Espresso and Olive Oil).

With nine antipasti, four salads and thirteen signature wood-fired pizzas (cooked in a visible custom built oven that can reach temperatures greater than 800 degrees!) to choose from, you just might have to partake in Pizza Week more than once.

The special menu is just $25 per person and is available for both lunch and dinner.

For more information on the official Center City Restaurant Week, check out our coverage.

Pizza Week at Pizzeria Stella
When: January 22-27 and January 29–February 3
Where: 2nd and Lombard Streets
Cost: $25
More info: www.pizzeriastella.net

The Sixers are undefeated at home this season and are giving fans plenty of reasons to cheer. (Photo courtesy Philadelphia 76ers)

Sixers fans, the great news keeps pouring in!

The red-hot Sixers, who have won nine out of their last 10 games, are currently in first place in the Atlantic Division and have yet to lose a game at home this season. Making this the perfect time to catch the team live at the Wells Fargo Center.

The team, which is already offering a number of great ticket packages and discounts, has just announced the Super 6 Game Package, allowing fans to purchase tickets to six select home games — starting at just $60.

That’s $60 total, meaning tickets start at just $10 each per game for these marquee match-ups against the Magic, Bulls and Heat, as long as you buy the six-game package.

The games included in Super 6 Game Package are:

• January 30, 7:00 p.m. vs Orlando Magic
• February 1, 7:00 p.m. vs Chicago Bulls
• February 3, 7:00 p.m. vs Miami Heat
• February 8, 7:00 p.m. vs San Antonio Spurs
• March 9, 7:00 p.m. vs Utah Jazz
• April 13, 7:00 p.m. vs New Jersey Nets

While the games are pre-selected, fans do have the option to swap out one game in the plan for another select Sixers home game. And as another added bonus, fans who purchase partial season-ticket plans can secure priority seating and lower ticket prices at playoff time.

For more information, or to purchase the Super 6 package, click here.

The first game in the Super 6 package is January 30, but if you can’t wait that long to see the Sixers in action, check out the full schedule. Also, the team is at home tonight against the Denver Nuggets and tickets are still available. Bonus: it’s Dollar Dog Night!

GO SIXERS!

Tonight’s Game: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Denver Nuggets
When: Tonight, January 18, 7 p.m.
Where: Wells Fargo Center
More info: www.sixers.com