December 31, 2009
Steve Forbert, performing live
In the mood for a bit of music on New Year’s Eve in a small, cozy venue, but still hankering for a classy meal? Serrano & the Tin Angel might be your best bet.
Tonight Steve Forbert, known for his hit Romeo’s Tune, will be performing at the Tin Angel with Chris Schutz opening. Forbert is playing two acoustic shows in support of his new album, The Place & The Time, one at 8pm and another at 10:30pm, with tickets priced at $35 and $45.
Downstairs, Serrano is serving up a delicious looking, $85-per-person special prix fixe menu. I’ve posted the menu after the jump. The selections are mouth watering.
For more info on the Tin Angel & Serrano, visit their official website.
Tin Angel At Serrano
20 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2802
(215) 928-0978
www.tinangel.com
December 31, 2009
Still no plans for tonight’s festivities? Smiths Restaurant & Lounge has a great New Year’s Eve package, and it’s still available.
For $50, guests can indulge in an open bar from 8pm to 1am, featuring Absolute vodka drinks, well drinks, local draft beer, wine, and free appetizers. There’s even a champagne toast at midnight… all for $50.
Smiths will also have a DJ in the lounge area, spinning the night away. No reservations are required, so last minute party planners are more than welcome.
Smiths Restaurant | Lounge
39-41 S. 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 546-2669
www.smiths-restaurant.com
December 30, 2009
Still no plans for tomorrow night? Maybe you’re searching for the exact right way to usher in the 2010. Well, for you dramatic types, I think that the New Year’s Eve Murder Mystery Party at Bistro Romano might just be the key!
Something is awry at the Boddy estate. Stanley Boddy, world famous film director and producer, was found dead in his home on the evening of what was to be his greatest success Gone With the Wind II, Wham Bam Give A Damn.  While the cause of death is still unknown there are six unlikely suspects each with their own sordid past.
Have dinner, play the part, hunt for clues, and solve the crime.$59.95 a person (not including tax and tip) covers pre-dinner nibbles and entertainment in the piano bar, dinner and the performance. For the complete dinner menu and more information about the evening, click here.
December 30, 2009
Photos courtesy the Academy of Natural Sciences
Tomorrow, the Academy of Natural Sciences is hosting Bug Day, a celebration in honor of creepy crawlers everywhere.
The Academy’s naturalists and animal handlers will be walking the halls of the museum, carrying insects with them, offering up a rare chance to get up close with some of these unique creatures.
They’ve got activities galore planned; a puppet theater show at 12:30pm and 3:30pm, live animal shows at 11am and 2:30pm, and an arts & crafts workshop, where kids can make their own insect noise maker.
For more info on the Academy and their live-animal programs, visit their official website.
Bug Day @ the Academy
Thursday, December 31st, 2009
Academy of Natural Sciences
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 299-1000
www.ansp.org
December 30, 2009
Inside North Bowl, Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC
Northern Liberties’ North Bowl rings in the New Year with a special event for the whole family.
From 5pm to 8pm, bring the kids out for plenty of activities; face painting, live music (thanks to Alex & the Kaleidoscope band), and of course, bowling.
The party is only $10 and includes all the activities, a buffet, and a special New Year’s toast at 8pm. Bowling is also included, but limited due to availability. Here’s hoping North Bowl’s amazing tater tots are included in that buffet. I could eat $10 worth of those in a second. Mmm!
North Bowl
909 N. Second Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 238-BOWL
www.northbowlphilly.com
December 30, 2009
Catch the fireworks at the Independence Seaport Museum!
Thursday
World Cafe Live: Two Concerts
That great two-story music venue in University City has two concerts lined up today, featuring Davy Knowles and Slo-Mo. Ring in the New Year with great music and champagne.
Birthday Toast & New Year’s Celebration @ Laurel Hill
The cemetery celebrates New Year’s early, with a special party and toast at noon. Guests can also tour the cemetery, weather permitting.
ComedySportz @ the Adrienne Theatre
One of Philly’s most popular improv troupes is hosting two special New Year’s Eve shows at the Adrienne, one at 7:30 and another at 10:30.
New Year’s @ McGillins
The popular Center City pub is hosting an affordable $5 party for New Year’s, and hosting another celebration on Friday!
New Year’s Eve Sale @ Bus Stop Boutique
Didn’t pick up those heels for that special New Year’s Eve party yet? Don’t worry, Bus Stop is open all day for your shopping needs, with 15% off party shoes.
Countdown to Noon @ the Please Touch Museum
The Please Touch Museum is hosting two early countdowns for those of you with kids, one at noon, and another at 1pm.
Boathouse Row Run
Run around in your tuxedo for New Year’s Eve. No, seriously.
Bug Day @ the Academy of Natural Sciences
The academy’s naturalists will be walking the halls of the museum with lots and lots of bugs. Live animal shows at 11am and 2:30pm, a puppet theater show at 12:30pm and 3:30pm, and plenty of bug-themed arts and crafts.
Fireworks & More @ the Independence Seaport Museum
Ring in the New Year at the Seaport, with fireworks and a special late night tour of the Museum’s exhibits.
Philadelphia Orchestra @ Verizon Hall
The Kimmel Center hosts a special New Year’s Eve performance from the Philadelphia Orchestra. Ticket prices range from about $50 to $140.
Friday
New Year’s Day @ the Kimmel Center
Ring in the New Year in a nice, big, warm building. The Kimmel invites you to listen to live music and watch the Mummer’s Parade from their balcony. Free!
Pajama Party @ White Dog Cafe
This pajama party is in its 26th year. Stop by for a delicious brunch made from locally and organically grown produce, and keep your jammies on.
The Mummers Parade!
Go watch it! Check out some of these videos here and here. It’ll give you an idea of what to expect.
Convergence @ the Plays & Players Theatre
Not up for parades or partying? Stop by the Plays & Players Theatre for their First Friday New Play Reading. For $10 you can experience a new work in the comfort of this Rittenhouse Square theater.
Saturday
Intro to Wine @ the Wine School of Philadelphia
Perhaps after drinking a lot of wine over New Year’s Eve, you’ve decided to learn a bit more about the drink. The Wine School of Philadelphia’s Intro to Wine class will help you do just that.
December 30, 2009
Photo by J. Smith for GPTMC
The National Constitution Center is packing up the Diana: A Celebration exhibit, and for the last three days of the exhibition’s run, the NCC is staying open extra late.
This weekend, visitors can swing by the Constitution Center for their special extended hours to explore the exhibit. The NCC will be open from 9:30am and won’t close their doors til midnight.
For more information on the exhibit, visit the NCC’s official website. Stop by and check out the exhibit while you still can.
Extended Hours @ the NCC
January 1st – 3rd, 9:30am – Midnight!
National Constitution Center
525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 409-6700
www.constitutioncenter.org
December 29, 2009
Recently, we’ve been talking non-stop about all the different New Year’s Eve parties, dinners and celebratory events you could attend. However, we realize that not all of you are looking for a little festive mayhem on December 31st. Maybe you want something a little more virtuous for New Year’s Eve!
For those of you who fit this description, how about the New Year’s Eve Midnight Run! It’s a 5K along Boathouse Row that starts just as the clock strikes 12. What better way to get a running start on all your fitness resolutions! More information and a registration link can be found here.
December 29, 2009
Inside World Cafe Live
World Cafe Live has two great shows lined up for New Year’s Eve, at both of their venues.
The downstairs venue at World Cafe Live will host Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam, with Christine Havrilla opening. Tickets range from $35 for standing room tickets, to $75 for the mezzanine and reserved seating, which including free appetizers and champagne.
Upstairs is a totally different musical experience, featuring Philadelphia artist Slo-Mo, Mic Wrecka, and The Donuts. Poetry, steel guitar, and hip-hop blend together for what looks like a great show. Tickets for this performance are $23 for standing room tickets, with $3 beers (Coors Light bottles / Blue Moon drafts) all night long.
Both shows and parties kick off at 10pm, December 31st.
World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 222-1400
www.worldcafelive.com
December 29, 2009
This New Year’s, the Philadelphia comedy troupe ComedySportz is hosting their annual New Year’s Eve doubleheader, two shows in one night, at the Adrienne Theater.
At 7:30pm, the troupe presents New Year’s in Brazil. The group will countdown to midnight because… well, it’ll be the New Year in Brazil by the time the show finishes.
At 10:30pm, the troupe presents their annual New Year’s on Ice Spectacular (That’s-Not-Really-On-Ice), featuring lots of improv games, similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway. Volunteers and audience members are frequently called on during ComedySportz shows, so come prepared to participate!
Both shows are $30 for adults, $25 for students. Admission includes party favors, refreshments (pizza!), and a toast with sparkling cider.
ComedySportz Philadelphia
www.comedysportzphilly.com
The Playground @ the Adrienne
2030 Sansom St., Philadelphia, PA
