3rd of July Party
Friday, 07/03/2009@ 10PM-2AM

What: Who said you had to wait until July 4th to party? Join tU pHAce and DJ Phsh upstairs at Pub Webb for a night's worth of $2 Pabsts and $3 shots and mixes.

Where: Pub Webb, 1527 Cecil B. Moore Ave., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $5 at the door | 21+

Art After 5
Friday, 07/03/2009@ 5PM

 What:   Diverse jazz and world music artists perform this spring in Art After 5 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Each Friday evening, the Museum’s Great Stair Hall becomes a concert hall, complete with cocktails, elegant café-style appetizers, and desserts. Art After 5 features emerging and established jazz performers, with forays on the first Friday of each month into other musical genres. Between sets visitors have a chance to explore the Museum’s galleries and special exhibitions. On this Friday, Magos Herrera brings his Latin flair and acclaimed voice to to the Museum.

Where:   Great Stair Hall at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Ben Franklin Parkway & 26th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   $14 for adults, $12 for senior citizens, $10 for students with ID, free for children 12 and under

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Challenge 3
Friday, 05/08/2009 to Friday, 07/03/2009@ 11AM

What: In its third exhibition of Fleisher Art Memorial's Wind Challenge series, Challenge 3 showcases the work of three talented artists. Johanna Inman will be showing old photographs focusing on disregarded books and highlighting the subtleties of time and decomposition; Yvonne Lung will show a video installation based on stories told to her by Chinese immigrants and Constantina Zavitsanos will be showing unique, engaging sculptures. Gallery hours are 11AM - 5PM. 

Where: Dene M. Louchheim Galleries @ 719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia PA

Cost: Free | all ages

East Asian Art
Thursday, 03/12/2009 to Sunday, 02/28/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM & Fri 10AM-8:45PM

What: This two part exhibit highlights similar art themes across neighboring cultures. The first part features Korean screen paintings with notable Chinese narratives like General Guo Ziyi’s Banquet and the Hundred Children. These images are presented alongside Chinese ceramics of the Qing dynasty (1616–1912).

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Adults: $16, Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14, Students (with valid ID): $12, Children (ages 13–18): $12 (ages 12 & under): Free

Fealagood Foundation Benefit
Friday, 07/03/2009@ 9PM

What: The first responders saved countless lives on 9/11; now it's time for everyone else to save theirs. The Fealagood Foundation Benefit will feature Philadelphia bands and solo artists Black Landlord, Valsalva, The Lads, Mike Reis and the Weapons of Mass Compassion and Art Difuria in order to raise money for the first responders, who still suffer from health issues today, more than seven years later.

Where: Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $10 | 21+

Midnight Movie Madness
Saturday, 06/27/2009 to Saturday, 08/15/2009@ 12AM

What:   The Dark Crystal 6/27, Blue Velvet 7/4, Repo: The Genetic Opera 7/11, Rushmore 7/18, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 7/25, Dr. Strangelove 8/1, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas 8/8, The Goonies 8/15

Where:   The Bourse

Cost:   $9

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One Mile at Proximity Gallery
Friday, 07/03/2009 to Friday, 07/31/2009@ 6PM-9PM Opening Reception

What: Proximity art gallery presents One Mile featuring art from Chris Clark, Janel Frey, Marie Desmarais and Karen Gibson.  The opening reception wil be held from 6-9PM, and will be open thereafter from 1-4PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

Where: 2434 Dauphin St.

Cost: Free.

Other Delights
Friday, 07/03/2009@ 10PM

What:   Come out for a party at Medusa Lounge every first Friday with host MatPat and guest DJs DLake and Cool Hand Luke. They're sure to keep the party rocking 'til the wee hours of the morning.

Where:   Medusa Lounge, 27 S. 21st St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   No cover | 21+

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PEX Summer Festival
Friday, 07/03/2009 to Monday, 07/06/2009@ All Day

What: The Philadelphia Experiment(PEX) is a new annual festival that will be held over 3 days in Darlington, Maryland on a 200 acre campground.  The festival wil feature live performances by King Britt and Nickodemus with Playloop DJ's Justin Paul, Lee Mayjahs?, DJ Everyday, Kezner, Dave Hughes and Ross D.  In addition to live musical performances there will also be drum and dance circles, live painters, spoken word, Arche Dream for Humankind mask theater company and much much more.

Where:Darlington, Maryland, (1 hour from Philly) on 200 private acres overlooking the Susquehanna River.

Cost:$110-$150 Cabins: $280-$520 (sleeps 8-12 people) Optional Meal Plan: $40 Optional, and tent camping is free.

Philly Foundation Art Show
Wednesday, 07/01/2009 to Saturday, 07/04/2009@ 9pm-2am

What: Small art show at the Rum Bar on Walnut Street. Come see local artists display their most recent work.

Where: The Rum Bar, 2005 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Cost: Free!

More Information: www.ejordanill.blogspot.com

Scion’s National Art Tour INSTALLATION 5
Friday, 07/03/2009@ 7PM-11PM

What: In an effort to spread awareness about emerging artists, the Scion’s National Art Tour INSTALLATION 5 is making another stop in Philly, one of the nine cities the arts show is making an appearance in. See some worthwhile pieces while mingling with the artists and be sure to drink up - an open bar is slated. For more information about the event and which artists will be featured, click here.

Where: T & P Fine Art, 1143 South 9th St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: FREE

Sex Dwarf
Friday, 07/03/2009@ 9PM

What: Every first Friday- New wave dance party with DJ Robert Drake and DJ Marilyn Thomas. $2 drinks until midnight!

Where: Fluid Nightclub, 613 S 4th St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: FREE til 10PM | $5 after | 21+

Unemployment Paintings
Friday, 07/03/2009@ 6PM-10PM

What: Sarah Gamble's life when up in flames last year. Literally. Her home was struck by lightening and began to burn. She had to deal with two hit and runs. But instead of visiting the psychiatrist’s office, Gamble took to her canvas. See the results from July 3-26, but enjoy opening night at the Piazza.

Where: Bambi Gallery at the Piazza, 1001-1013 N. 2nd St., Ste. 7, Philadelphia, PA