Visit the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation every month this year on Second Saturdays and explore hands-on history at our riverfront Maritime Center. Crafts and activities are included in winter admission fees: $5/adult, $3/ages 3-12), and under 3 is free. Cabins and Cocoa, January 10 - Discover how the Swedes and Finns stayed warm 300 years ago. […]
In 1919, Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti, two Italian immigrants and anarchists, were arrested on suspicion of robbing a shoe factory and murdering the paymaster and a guard. Their trial and subsequent executions sparked worldwide protests due to concerns about bias against the defendants based on their political beliefs and immigrant status. Through the lens […]
The Philadelphia Chorus Spring 2026 Concert “Reaching Home” A Concert Featuring: Howard Goodall- Eternal Light: A Requiem André Thomas- Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy Bob Chilcott- Nidaros Jazz Mass & others Saturday, April 11, 2026, 4:00 PM Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral 19 S. 38th Street, Philadelphia, PA Tickets: $30; $25 Seniors & Advance Sales; […]
"...in this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." — Benjamin Franklin, 1789 Benjamin Franklin was more than just a Founding Father—he was a tinker, printer, swimmer, and even a spy. But in the end, even he couldn’t escape life’s two certainties: death and taxes. Join us this May at […]
Matinee Dance Party is back! Saturday April 11th, 5pm-9pm! Featuring DJ Eddie Tully, hosted by Jay the Gentleman, this month we have special guest DJ Robbie Tronco joining us on the wheels of steel! "We don't just play music; we curate an atmosphere. The Matinée is a high-fidelity journey through the genres that defined generations—from […]
An evening of celebration and sparkle to raise Funds and Spirits for the future of Applied Mechanics. Doors @ 5:30, Show 6:00-7:30. Cocktails, Mocktails and Amuse-Bouches! Iconic Performances from Philly Favorites! Raffles, Live Auctions and Amazing Outfits! Wear your sparkliest, fanciest outfit - whatever that means to you! For those who purchase a FANCY FANCY […]
Written in 1787, "The Contrast" was America’s first comedy and an indisputable hit in its time! The sentimental Maria is unhappily engaged to Dimple, a dandy whose recent European tour has given him expensive tastes and a tendency to flirt with her friends. They all seem on track for a life of misery until Colonel […]
Greetings, Gorgonites. Space Melt Cinema will be screening Small Soldiers (1998) in collaboration with the Philadelphia Film Socity April 11th at 7pm at the Film Society Center — 1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA. Small Soldiers is, once again, our favorite movie. It’s what happens when a children’s toy commercial slowly mutates into a war movie. […]
Screwball is back with FEMMES IN FILM, and this time we’re teaming up with @east_kensington_arts for a screening at @fireballprints 🖤 We will be screening some beautiful works by local makers including @eboneeblak @ageofanastasia @orianamejer and @wormgoth ✨ followed by the oddest, strangest, avant-gardiest experimental films created by women + nb creators we could find💫 Do not miss the chance to come out and support […]
Disenchanted! By Dennis T. Giacino Directed by Annie Hnatko April 25th, 26th; May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 2025 Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Poison apples and lost slippers are just the beginning. The original storybook heroines are none-too-happy with the way they’ve been portrayed in today’s pop culture, […]
The award-winning (Best of Philly, Best of the Main Line) Clover Market returns to Chestnut Hill on Sunday April 12th with a curated lineup of 90+ handmade and vintage vendors, Philly's best food trucks, live music, kids crafts and more, all in the heart of downtown Chestnut Hill. Come for the artisan and vintage finds, […]
Hellerick’s Adventure Farm is open for the season. Enjoy signature attractions – Barnyard Mini Golf, the Aerial Adventure and the Silo Climbing Wall – as well as adventure farm activities, including 50 unique attractions such as the tractor pull, corn shute slides, and Amish scooter racing. As always, kids under 36” and parking are FREE.
