Learn about the unfinished struggle over freedom, citizenship, democracy and equality after the Civil War. This period shaped issues that Americans confront to this day: white nationalist backlash, political violence, the power of the federal government, affirmative action and how the nation approaches inequalities. Despite how Reconstruction shaped the constitutional, social, economic and political world […]
Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 2 PM in the Art Department for a talk by Philadelphia artist Cavin Jones. Cavin Jones is a painter, muralist, and collagist whose figurative work is inspired by American history, particularly the African American experience. Jones has said that his work is "a catalyst to stimulate thought […]
Place Your Bet – Roll the Dice – Watch Your Horse Cross the Finish Line to Win! Saturday, September 26, 2026 Doors Open at 4:00 PM – First Race at 5:00 PM Advanced Tickets: $25 – Tickets at the Door: $30 No One Under 21 Admitted Refreshments Provided: Hamburgers, Chili, Hot Dogs, Salads, Beer, Wine, […]
We are all wound up to invite you to Philly’s first-ever Crankie Festival, an evening of storytelling in scrolling panoramic art with live music and song! Come out for a head-turning, soul-feeding time with our sublime line up of artists: Madeline Shuron @madelineshuron Manasi Eswarapu @manasi.k.e The Lantern Sisters @katherine_fahey and Dan Van Allen Marie […]
Two teams - LAVA and OBSIDIAN battle for ultimate SPORTS glory! Are our knees past their prime? YES. Are we good at SPORTS? YES AND NO AND ALSO KINDA. So why are we playing sports? Because now we’re ADULTS and there’s questions we can only answer in the SWEAT-POURING, HEART-POUNDING HEAT OF COMPETITION that we […]
On September 26, the rink transforms once again into the most unpredictable battleground in professional wrestling as WORKERS PRO WRESTLING crashes into town! The rivalries are hotter than ever. The scores aren't settled. And the action is guaranteed to be bigger, louder, and wilder than anything you've seen before. Bring the family, bring your friends, […]
Philadelphia’s first-ever Crankie Festival! An evening of storytelling in scrolling panoramic art with live music and song! SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th 2223 E Dauphin St 6:30 doors, 7pm showtime Free admission (donations much appreciated) Matchbox Crankie Workshop and artist mini-market at 4pm (link in bio for workshop RSVP) A crankie is a storytelling device where an […]
On Saturday, September 26, the Summer Sounds Concert Series at Spruce Street Harbor Park by the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation will host Folk Bitch Trio! Come to the Waterfront for […]
Ahoy! Join our Nautical-themed dance party at Icebox from 10-12:30am, 18+! We're coming together to celebrate our Cannonball and Fringe season. Meet Fringe artists, enjoy performers and refreshments, and dance the night away. Throw on an eyepatch, dress like Spongebob, get creative (costume encouraged). Best dressed patron will receive a prize! This venue is ADA […]
Shoot 360 Philadelphia is marking one year at its Cheyney University location with a free community open house on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Families can enjoy a Jr. 76ers basketball clinic with Franklin (12- 1 p.m.), an in-house basketball competition, a DJ, an ice cream truck, giveaways, and special guests. Discounted memberships will be available, […]
PHILADELPHIA, PA: Original performance company Continuum Dance Project is making its Philadelphia debut with its newest dance/video work, Echoes of Renewal, at Performance Garage (1515 Brandywine St, Philadelphia, PA 19130), running for a limited engagement September 27th at 1 and 5 pm. Echoes is a visually striking dance work that explores the essential connection between […]
Original performance company Continuum Dance Project is making its Philadelphia debut with its newest dance/video work, Echoes of Renewal, at Performance Garage (1515 Brandywine St, Philadelphia, PA 19130), running for a limited engagement September 27th at 1 and 5 pm. Echoes is a visually striking dance work that explores the essential connection between humanity and […]
