November 16, 2012
Extend Thanksgiving holiday celebrations through the weekend with Winter Beerfest, an international brew gathering to be held at Union Transfer, Saturday, November 24. With more than 100 varieties from around the world, the four-hour fest offers samplings of vendors like 21 Amendment, Manayunk Brewing Co., Great Lakes, Sierra Nevada, Six Point, Goose Island, Red Hook, [...]
Read more»November 9, 2012
This weekend, FirstGlance Film Festival, the independent film festival Philly movie buffs have been attending since its debut in 1996, will return with a jam-packed schedule of awesome, under-the-radar cinema. This award-winning festival began in a Center City theater basement 20 years ago, but since then has flourished into an event worthy of being housed [...]
Read more»November 7, 2012
The outskirts of downtown Philadelphia have become a blossoming mecca for musicians, artists and the creatively ambitious of all kinds. Northeast of Center City, you’ll find thriving arts community taking root in Northern Liberties, Fishtown, Port Richmond and even Kensington. Frankford Avenue in particular has become a vibrant corridor for great food, shopping and art. [...]
Read more»November 7, 2012
The only event of its kind in the world, the 11th Annual First Person Arts Festival hits Philadelphia November 7-17 celebrating the power of storytelling to foster appreciation for our unique and shared experiences. This year’s festival is action-packed, with celebrity appearances (Janeane Garofalo! Chef Marcus Samuelsson!), brand new festival ticket packages and first-time-ever kids [...]
Read more»November 6, 2012
You know those completely awesome parties that the National Constitution Center hosts in conjunction with their marquee exhibitions? There’s another one coming up, and it’s sounding like it may be the best yet. On Thursday night, November 15, more than 20 top craft brewers will come together at the National Constitution Center for Bathtub Beer [...]
Read more»October 31, 2012
Just when you start to think you’re burnt out on apple everything, Peddler’s Village will help disabuse you of that notion. No one can have too many apples when it comes to delicious country apple butter, apple cider, apple zeppoles, apple fritters and caramel apples that will be be tempting visitors at the annual Peddler’s [...]
Read more»October 31, 2012
In need of a laugh or two? You’re in luck: the Philadelphia Comedy Collective is holding the Eighth Annual Philadelphia Improv Festival and Fifth Annual Philly Sketchfest. The Philadelphia Improv Festival is back from Wednesday, November 7-Sunday, November 11. Philly Sketchfest is the following week, from Monday, November 12-Saturday, November 17. The comedic performances will [...]
Read more»October 30, 2012
There’s a new event on the fall festival circuit this year, the revitalized 215 Festival, hitting Callowhill November 1-4. Founded in Philadelphia in 2001 and returning after a two-year absence, the 215 Festival is a celebration of the written, spoken and visualized word. Sponsored by DelanceyPlace.com and Philly Homegrown, this year’s 215 Festival is curated [...]
Read more»October 30, 2012
The Geographical Society of Philadelphia allows you to take a little brain vacation with its many travel-related events throughout the year, and GEOfest, back again after last year’s premiere, is a great culmination for worldly Philadelphians. Satisfy your curiosities and get a dose of culture with renowned explorers, scientists and travelers who will be sharing [...]
Read more»October 30, 2012
The Gershman’s Y’s Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival has a long history of presenting provocative films about the human condition, and this year they’ve really stepped up their game, with an exceptionally strong bill of fare. This colorful cinematic fall festival kicks off on Saturday, November 3. Its slate includes the Philadelphia premiere of several films [...]
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