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SUMMARY:Hellerick's Adventure Farm Opening Weekends
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs always\, kids under 36” and parking are FREE.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/hellericks-adventure-farm-opening-weekends-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Hellerick’s Adventure Farm\, 5500 Easton Road\, Doylestown\, PA\, 18902\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000
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SUMMARY:K-POP Demon Hunters Sing-Along Lands at Netflix House Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:We’re gonna be golden! Experience the Oscar award-winning phenomenon\, K-POP DEMON HUNTERS\, at the TUDUM Theater in Netflix House Philadelphia! Through April 5\, the whole family is invited to join this DAILY 11 AM sing-along event celebrating its wins for Best Original Song and Best Animated Feature. It’s the perfect daytime outing for families and kids alike. \nWhile you’re there\, explore even more with special experiences including WEDNESDAY: ‘Eve of the Outcasts\,’ One Piece: ‘Quest for the Devil Fruit\,’ and the family-friendly Top9 Mini Golf. \nTickets and additional information available at www.netflix.com/house/locations/philadelphia
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/k-pop-demon-hunters-sing-along-lands-at-netflix-house-philadelphia/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Netflix House Philadelphia\, 180 N Gulph Rd\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406\, United States
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SUMMARY:Love City Vet Northern Liberties Open House and Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Tour the new clinic\, meet the team\, get a custom pet portrait from Char and Whiskers\, and free ice cream for first 50 guests via ice cream truck (starts at 1pm)
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/love-city-vet-northern-liberties-open-house-and-ice-cream-social/
LOCATION:Love City Vet – Northern Loberties\, 456 N 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fairmount Arts Crawl
DESCRIPTION: Experience the Fairmount Arts Crawl Sunday\, April 26 from noon-4pm. Head to 23rd St. and Fairmount Ave. for vendors\, music and family fun\, and explore art popping up in businesses all across the Park to Broad District. Restaurants\, shops\, cafes\, and bars are transforming into showcases of local artists and creativity.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/fairmount-arts-crawl/
LOCATION:*See website for locations\, Media\, PA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Park to Broad Arts &amp%3B Business District":MAILTO:psherlock@parktobroad.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
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SUMMARY:Crawl Space\, Olivia Faith Harwood
DESCRIPTION:Fuller Rosen Gallery is proud to present Crawl Space\, a new solo exhibition by Olivia Faith Harwood. At the heart of Crawl Space is an ode to the monstrous feminine—a raw and unapologetic dive into the expectations\, fears\, and generational experiences that shape Harwood’s studio practice and selfhood. Her compositional blend of memory based imagery with radiant objects imbues her haunting self-portraits with an eternal depth of mystery and ecstasy. \nJoin us for an opening reception of Crawl Space at Fuller Rosen Gallery on First Friday\, April 04 from 6-9 pm.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/crawl-space-olivia-faith-harwood/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Fuller Rosen Gallery\, 319 N 11th St Unit 3-I\, Philadelphia\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
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SUMMARY:Flavors on the Avenue
DESCRIPTION:South Philadelphia’s top festival for food & culture is back and bigger than ever before! Flavors on the Avenue returns to East Passyunk Avenue on Sunday\, April 26\, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with 150+ vendors and five blocks of food\, drinks\, live music\, and fun for folks of all ages! Savor mouth-watering bites from local hotspots while enjoying live music across four vibrant stages. Explore sidewalk sales\, local retailers\, and craft vendors showcasing unique clothing\, home décor\, art\, accessories\, and more! Spanning East Passyunk Avenue from Broad Street to Dickinson Street\, don’t miss out on the perfect blend of food\, art\, and local flair!\nFlavors programming will include street eats from nearly 50 restaurants and vendors on and off the Avenue\, multiple stages and other roaming live entertainment\, limited edition Flavors merch\, a Flavors Kids’ Zone with interactive activities\, and inflatable soccer games from the Philadelphia Union. Explore the whole festival footprint to enjoy outdoor cuisine from award-winner Sao\, dollar dogs from Watkins Drinkery\, Hong Kong egg waffles with classic & Asian-inspired ice cream from Sunny Scoop\, a Farm Fresh Market for all ages filled with your favorite plushie fruits & veggies from Tildie’s Toy Box\, and a pop-up bar collaboration with pizza and draft beer from Pizzata Birreria and Peroni. A full list of local businesses and vendors can be viewed on the East Passyunk Avenue website.\nHosted by the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID)\, this annual festival is free-to-attend and pay-as-you-go. “Flavors on the Avenue is the annual kick-off for festival season in Philadelphia\, and we’re committed to showcasing not just our vibrant business community\, but local artists\, creators\, and performers\,” says EPABID Executive Director Katie Hanford. “This year\, as Philadelphia takes center stage both nationally and internationally\, we are proud to present Flavors as a testament to the creativity and uniqueness of South Philly\, especially here on East Passyunk Avenue.”\nFlavors on the Avenue is a long-running street festival\, now in its 16th year\, that supports local small businesses while providing many tastes of Philadelphia’s vibrant global cuisine scene. Savor the flavors in our historic neighborhood while you enjoy performances by local artists\, shop with creative vendors\, and participate in fun activities!
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/flavors-on-the-avenue/
LOCATION:East Passyunk Ave. Business District\, E. Passyunk Ave.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Great Philadelphia Comedy Magic Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Looking for fun “things to do”? Check out one of Philly’s most unique attractions. It’s a walking tour of Old City Philadelphia and a walking magic show! There is no other tour like this on the east coast. \nAward winning magician\, Robert Malissa\, created a walking tour to historic and offbeat locations\, each of which is the basis for a comedic and mind-bending performance. Learn why we are getting 99.9% 5-star reviews like\, “Best tour in town!”\, Truly a unique and fun experience”\, and “The most fun I had during my whole trip to Philly” (Review from TripAdvisor TM). \nThe walking tours are appropriate for ages 12 and up. Tours last approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. This tour runs most Saturdays and some Fridays and Sundays from May 23rd to November 16th. Tickets and all dates at Philly Magic Tours website.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/the-great-philadelphia-comedy-magic-walking-tour-8/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Philly Magic Tours\, 4th and Ranstead Streets\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Philly Magic Tours":MAILTO:phillymagictours@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T161500
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SUMMARY:The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
DESCRIPTION:IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS \n  \nThe Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy\,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus\, an agoraphobic computer genius\, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary\, a pizza delivery driver\, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. \nThe play\, authored by Rolin Jones\, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years\, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer for Showtime’s award-winning series Weeds. \n“Bright and engaging\, boldly imagined Mr. Jones unfolds his tale of pioneering science fueled by post-adolescent angst with pleasing agility.” –The New York Times \n “Fantastical and funny…”  —Variety \n The Stagecrafters 8130 Germantown Ave. \nPerformance dates: April 10-April 26 \nThu\, Fri\, Sat @8\, Sun @2 \nTickets $26.00 online\, $30.00 at door \nDiscounts for Seniors\, Students\, Industry available at door \nMore info: https://thestagecrafters.org/ or call 215 247 9913
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/the-intelligent-design-of-jenny-chow-at-the-stagecrafters-theater-of-chestnut-hill/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:The Stagecrafters Theater\, 8130 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19118\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Stagecrafters Theater":MAILTO:halloween@thestagecrafters.org
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SUMMARY:Carrie: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school\, she’s bullied by the popular crowd\, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home\, she’s ridiculed by her cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie has unique abilities and\, if pushed too far\, it could spell disaster for all of those around her. Based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King\, Carrie: The Musical takes you through a coming of age journey like no other.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/carrie-the-musical/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Old Academy Players\, 3544 Indian Queen Lane\, Philadelphia\, 19129\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Academy Players":MAILTO:oldacademyplayers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T182203Z
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SUMMARY:Carrie: The Musical
DESCRIPTION:Carrie: The Musical By Lawrence D. Cohen and Michael Gore\nDirected by Josh Tull \nApril 24th\, 25th\, 26th; May 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd\, 8th\, 9th\, 10th\, 2026\nFridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.\, Sundays at 2:00 p.m. \nPurchase tickets  \nCarrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school\, she’s bullied by the popular crowd\, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home\, she’s ridiculed by her cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie has unique abilities and\, if pushed too far\, it could spell disaster for all of those around her. Based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King\, Carrie: The Musical takes you through a coming of age journey like no other. \nWarning: Contains adult themes and adult language\, it is not suitable for young children. Viewer discretion is advised. \nAdvisory: All guests are asked to be prompt for the start time of this production. Any guest not seated by showtime may not be permitted to enter until intermission at the discretion of the production team. All guests must remain seated and keep the isles clear at all times for the duration of this production.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/carrie-the-musical-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Old Academy Players\, 3544 Indian Queen Lane\, Philadelphia\, 19129\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Academy Players":MAILTO:oldacademyplayers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
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SUMMARY:SENG’S HAIR SALON
DESCRIPTION:When a mysterious and fatal epidemic starts to haunt their shop\, three generations of a Lao family in South Philly clash over what’s best for the well-being of their matriarch. This modern American family includes Lao\, Vietnamese and Cambodian characters\, who must navigate a dramatically shifting local and national cultural political scene while advocating for greater political representation.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/sengs-hair-salon/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:The Drake\, 302 S Hicks St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000
DTSTAMP:20251111T183438Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music at the Vineyard!
DESCRIPTION:Live Music at the Vineyard!\nAt Crossing Vineyards & Winery\, 1853 Wrightstown Rd\, Washington Crossing\, PA\nOn selected Saturdays and/or Sundays\, 2 pm to 6 pm (or as posted).\nEnjoy performances from local artists. Check the website for complete details: performances and schedule subject to changes. No cover charge.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/live-music-at-the-vineyard-5/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Crossing Vineyards & Winery\, 1853 Wrightstown Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crossing Vineyards &amp%3B Winery":MAILTO:support@crossingvineyards.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000
DTSTAMP:20260313T150216Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music at the Vineyard!
DESCRIPTION:Live Music at the Vineyard!\nAt Crossing Vineyards & Winery\, 1853 Wrightstown Rd\, Washington Crossing\, PA\nOn selected Saturdays and/or Sundays\, 2 pm to 6 pm (or as posted).\nEnjoy performances from local artists. Check the website for complete details: performances and schedule subject to changes. No cover charge.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/live-music-at-the-vineyard/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Crossing Vineyards & Winery\, 1853 Wrightstown Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260309T143421Z
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SUMMARY:The Contrast
DESCRIPTION:Written in 1787\, “The Contrast” was America’s first comedy and an indisputable hit in its time! \nThe 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 Manly and his salt-of-the-earth waiter Jonathan arrive in town to disrupt this disreputable plot. Fresh from the American Revolution\, this 18th-century gem is a comedy of manners that helped define what American manners were to become.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/the-contrast/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Theatre at The Drake\, 302 S Hicks St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19102\, 302 S Hicks St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19102\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T210000
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SUMMARY:Restaurant Week at Marsha’s
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Restaurant Week at Marsha’s as part of the Queen Village and Bella Vista neighborhood-wide dining event. From February 22–March 1 (excluding Saturday)\, enjoy a special three-course prix fixe dinner for $40 per person\, featuring bold Puerto Rican flavors from savory appetizers to a sweet flan parfait finale. Join us on South Street and savor all that Restaurant Week has to offer! 
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/restaurant-week-at-marshas/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Marsha’s South Street\, 430 South St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T210000
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SUMMARY:Philly Sake Club x PEG Museum
DESCRIPTION:“Ayo Ayooo! Step right up to see something salacious and strange. CDH Is a circus sideshow troupe that combines traditional and modern sideshow acts such as…fire arts\, aerials\, nail bed\, grinders\, contortion\, pin cushion\, whips\, acrobats\, hula hoops\, carney games\, kinky stuff and MORE!\nLead by Domina Gloria\, this Philadelphia based clamily has been together since 2023.” \nWhere: PEG Museum 706 South Street\nWhen: Sunday March 15th 6-9 pm\nHow this came about: The Philly Sake Club and PEG are back! Last time sold out so fast\, we wanted to give those who missed it last time a second chance.\nWhat guests can expect: A night to experience art\, fun and education while sipping complimentary sake in the museum. As you walk through the gallery and museum\, there will be sake pairings themed with the rooms. See our new featured museum exhibition done by the CDH Sideshow. A burlesque\, strip tease circus themed group.\nMenu: N/A\nTickets are available to purchase through the Philly Erotic Gallery website philadelphiaeroticgallery.com
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/philly-sake-club-x-peg-museum/
LOCATION:philadelphia erotic galley and museum\, 706 South Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T220000
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SUMMARY:Letters Between Us
DESCRIPTION:Subject: A Philly founder built a sold-out letter-writing experience — without running a single ad \nHi [Name]\, \nI’m Imani B.\, founder of Stamped\, a Philadelphia-based correspondence and community with national presence built around the belief that the those who shows up for everyone rarely have someone showing up for them. \nOn Sunday\, April 26\, I’m hosting Letters Between Us\, an intimate candlelit letter-writing experience for 35 women at Baby’s Kusina + Marketplace in Brewerytown. Guests are guided through reflective prompts to write a letter to their future self or a woman who shaped them\, closing the evening with a wax-seal ritual and live flute performance. The event sold out in 48 hours without a single paid promotion or ad. \nThe evening is supported by a curated group of Philadelphia and aligned brands including Federal Donuts\, Philadelphia Candle Co.\, Wallace Dry Goods\, Olfactory NYC Philadelphia\, and others\, all woven into the experience rather than displayed as traditional sponsorship. \nBut the story isn’t really the event. It’s this: in a city that moves fast and expects us to keep up\, a sold-out room of 30 women chose to slow down\, pick up a pen\, and write something true. And the only reason they knew to come was because someone they trusted told them about it. \nI’d love to make myself available for a pre-event conversation about what Stamped is building in Philadelphia. Hoping to connect. \nWarmly\,\nImani B.\nFounder\, Stamped\nExperiential Marketing Curator | Dot Connecter\nM:  347.746.2642 | E: info@imanib.co
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/letters-between-us/
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SUMMARY:Euphony: Live Music Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:Pleasant on the ears and eyes\, see for yourself. A Naughty Jawn Production. \nIndulge in the naughty side of live music\, singing\, and more! A variety show for beginners and sinners. We’ll have live music by Altruistic Vision\, raffle prizes\, and incredible performers who will keep you entertained with drag\, burlesque\, singing and poetry:\nBellissima Bacio\nDracona’s Widow\nPatti LuStoned\nLovelee Thee Poet\nEsme Eventide\nPretty Penny\nHosted by Ziphina\nDoor by Bear Minimum \nLocated at Two Locals Brewing in University City\, West Philly!\n$15 Online\, $20 at the Door\nDoors open at 7pm\, Show starts at 8pm \nThe Naughty Jawn started in 2023 to create events that spotlight our community of Philly-native and local performers. Our goal is to make space to support a variety of artists\, ranging in style\, gender\, age\, race\, etc. With the resources created\, we aim to curate a fun night of adult entertainment\, as well as increasing the chance for performers to be booked! We’re here to celebrate Philly culture\, and let our freak flag fly. Indulge in our cabaret entertainment by our talented Philly-native and local performers\, play games to win prizes\, and get a chance to come onstage yourself. Philly\, let’s get filthy. \nLearn more here: linktr.ee/thenaughtyjawn
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/euphony-live-music-variety-show/
LOCATION:Two Locals Brewing\, 3675 Market St Suite 100\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T220000
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SUMMARY:One Liner Madness
DESCRIPTION:ONE LINER MADNESS is a Time Out Critics’ Pick traveling comedy contest that finds the best joke writers in the country. It was founded in Brooklyn in 2016.\nOn Sunday\, April 26\, 64 Philly-area comedians will go head-to-head in a bracket-style\, single-elimination\, one-liner joke contest. Audience applause determines which performers advance\, and who ultimately becomes the 2026 ONE LINER MADNESS CHAMPION and winner of the trophy and cash prize. It’s like a March Madness tournament\, but just under two hours\, and with jokes instead of basketballs. \nThis not-to-be-missed contest is hosted\, created\, and produced by comedian and game show writer Emily Winter (from E!\, The New Yorker\, NPR)\, and Larry Mancini (from the Brooklyn Comedy Festival) with help from Philly local Carolyn Busa (owner of Peak Secondhand). It’s been recommended in/on The New York Times\, Time Out\, The Boston Globe\, LAist\, WGN\, Real Milwaukee\, Axios\, WHYY and more.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/one-liner-madness/
LOCATION:Johnny Brenda’s\, 1201 Frankford Ave.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T140000
DTSTAMP:20250326T181528Z
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SUMMARY:MANNA Mondays at Lacroix
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday throughout April\, Lacroix is donating 10% of lunch proceeds to MANNA\, an organization dedicated to providing medically tailored meals and nutrition education to empower people with serious illnesses to improve their health and quality of life.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/manna-mondays-at-lacroix/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Lacroix at The Rittenhouse\, 210 Rittenhouse Square West\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T213524Z
CREATED:20260422T213524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T213524Z
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SUMMARY:Private Finance\, Public Power: A Free Talk on the History of Bank Supervision in America
DESCRIPTION:Banks may be private\, profit-driven institutions—but the public has always shaped the risks they take and paid the price when they fail.\nPrivate Finance\, Public Power explores this uneasy partnership over two centuries of American history\, from the wildcat banks of the early republic to the rise of federal deposit insurance and modern financial regulation. \nWharton professor Peter Conti-Brown and historian Sean Vanatta bring this story to life with colorful characters and surprising moments: rogues looting failed banks\, con artists posing as government examiners\, bribes paid in oyster dinners\, and reformers struggling to build order out of chaos. Through repeated crises and improvisation\, today’s complex banking oversight system emerged—flawed\, strained\, but largely functional. \nIn this talk\, Wharton professor Peter Conti-Brown explores why this history matters for understanding the challenges facing U.S. banking today. \nThis event will be held in room 131/132 on the first floor of the Heim Center.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/private-finance-public-power-a-free-talk-on-the-history-of-bank-supervision-in-america/
LOCATION:Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T025546Z
CREATED:20260429T025546Z
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SUMMARY:LizaBanks Headlining Helium Comedy Club
DESCRIPTION:LizaBanks Campagna is building an entirely new lane in the creator economy\, one where comedy\, culture\, and civic curiosity collide. In 2025\, she emerged as one of the most original voices reshaping how audiences engage with cities\, institutions\, and public life\, proving that education and entertainment do not just coexist\, they thrive together. \nA stand-up comedian\, LizaBanks has applied her comedic instincts to an unexpected arena\, tourism and cultural education. As a New York City tour guide leading sold out experiences at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Grand Central Terminal\, she has transformed traditional sightseeing into immersive\, personality driven storytelling. Her tours feel less like lectures and more like live performances\, attracting audiences who may never have stepped inside a museum otherwise. In the process\, she is modernizing tourism for a social first generation and demonstrating how creators can bring legacy institutions into the digital age. \nOnline\, LizaBanks extends that same sensibility through content that blends humor\, historical context\, and sharp social observation. In 2025\, she expanded her platform into civic conversation\, interviewing political figures including Zohran Mamdani and engaging audiences around issues like public transit and accessibility with clarity and curiosity. She frequently collaborates with Overheard\, including hosting its Happy Hour series\, and facilitating red carpet interviews. Last year\, LizaBanks was profiled in The Cut and appeared on The Today Show with Al Roker\, signaling her crossover from digital creator to broader cultural figure.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/lizabanks-headlining-helium-comedy-club/2026-04-28/1/
LOCATION:Helium Comedy Club\, 2031 Sansom St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20250725T115823Z
CREATED:20250725T115823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T115823Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Studio: Design a Light
DESCRIPTION:A six-week studio experience to explore the design process in a hands-on\, project-based design experience that allows you to be a designer in a studio setting. You will learn the design process through activities and exercises to design and build a project from concept to a final prototype\, With an opportunity to present and exhibit to pupils. This studio focuses on designing a light.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/summer-studio-design-a-light/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Design Gym\, 1714 N. Mascher Street\, Philadelphia\, 19122\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Design Gym":MAILTO:flexit@designgym.co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T154753Z
CREATED:20260420T154753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T154753Z
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SUMMARY:Ballers Derby Day
DESCRIPTION:Ballers PHL\, first-of-its-kind hospitality-driven social sports venue created by Good City Studio\, will host Ballers Derby Day at its Philadelphia location on Saturday\, May 2 from 4pm to 8pm—a Kentucky Derby watch party and social competition positioned as a race-day destination for group celebration and fashion-forward gathering. The event will feature live Derby viewing\, hobby horse races\, curated food and beverage\, and a Best Dressed competition anchoring the afternoon’s style-driven energy. Guests are encouraged to arrive in full Derby attire\, creating a visually driven\, highly social environment built for shared experience. \nLeading into Derby Day\, Ballers will also host a Derby Hat Bar on Tuesday\, April 28 from 6pm to 8pm—a free pre-event activation where guests can design or customize Derby hats using provided materials. The experience serves as a creative\, casual lead-in to Derby Day while encouraging early engagement and participation. Tickets for Derby Day are $30 for non-members\, with discounted pricing available for members. \nSpots for the Derby Hat Bar can be reserved via OpenTable\, and Derby Day tickets can be purchased HERE.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/ballers-derby-day/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Ballers PHL\, 1325 N Beach St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19121\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214114Z
CREATED:20260422T214114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T214114Z
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SUMMARY:Wine for the People with Cha McCoy
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, April 28th\, join us in The Lobby Bar as we welcome sommelier and author Cha McCoy for her Wine Pairing for the People book tour!​ \n​This evening is all about community\, culture\, and breaking the “rules” of wine. Cha will be behind the bar pouring a global list of her favorite producers and leading a real-talk Q&A on everything from non-traditional pairings to uplifting diverse voices in the vine world.​ Ticket Includes: Entry\, a welcome glass\, seasonal snacks\, and your very own copy of Cha’s groundbreaking book!​
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/wine-for-the-people-with-cha-mccoy/
LOCATION:High Street\, 101 S 9th St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T223000
DTSTAMP:20260410T170521Z
CREATED:20260410T170521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T170521Z
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SUMMARY:Young Professional Night Performance of Falstaff
DESCRIPTION:We invite Philadelphia’s young professionals (ages 45 and under) to an exclusive\, one-night only performance of Verdi’s beloved comedic opera Falstaff! After 9 previously sold-out Young Professionals performances\, we are thrilled to be hosting another Night at the Opera event. Young Professionals are invited to attend for the very special price of $25 per ticket. \nThe AVA Young Professional ticket includes: \n\nPremium seating in AVA’s historic Helen Corning Warden Theater\nA post-performance reception with the cast.\nComplimentary champagne and light fare.\n\nPerformance Details: \nWhere: Academy of Vocal Arts\, 1920 Spruce Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19103.\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 28\, 2026. Performance begins at 7:30 PM.\nYoung Professionals Special Ticket Price: $25 per ticket. (Regular ticket price is $64.) Order tickets online or call AVA at 215-735-1685.\nLanguage: Sung in Italian with English supertitles.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/young-professional-night-performance-of-falstaff/
LOCATION:Academy of Vocal Arts\, 1920 Spruce Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162523Z
CREATED:20260416T162523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T162523Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. National Squash Championships
DESCRIPTION:Watch the nation’s top squash professionals compete for the title of U.S. National Champion for free! Be in the stands as future Olympians take to the glass court at the world-class Arlen Specter US Squash Center\, home of Team USA Squash and US Squash.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/u-s-national-squash-championships/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Arlen Specter US Squash Center\, 25N 33rd St\, Philadelphia\, 19104\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="US Squash":MAILTO:rodney.lusby@ussquash.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T100758Z
CREATED:20260501T100758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T100758Z
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SUMMARY:World Wish Day - Make-A-Wish & Famous 4th Street Cookie
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of World Wish Day (April 29) and World Wish Month (all of April)\, Make-A-Wish® Philadelphia\, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley is partnering with Philly’s Famous 4th Street Cookie Company to spotlight a special\, limited-time treat created by local wish kid Blakelyn. \nFrom 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on April 29\, Make-A-Wish staff and volunteers will be onsite at Reading Terminal Market handing out cookie samples in celebration of the impact of wishes for children facing critical illnesses. \nBlakelyn\, a 12-year-old aspiring baker\, was diagnosed in first grade with von Hippel-Lindau disease\, a rare condition that causes tumors. Through her love of baking\, she found creativity\, calm\, and confidence. When it came time to make her wish\, Blakelyn chose to bring her passion to life through baking—and even competition. With support from the team at Famous 4th Street Cookie Company\, she created her now-signature S’mores Cookie\, inspired by nostalgic campfire flavors. \nThroughout April\, proceeds from every S’mores Cookie sold help to support Make-A-Wish\, helping grant life-changing wishes for other children in the region. The cookie is available in-store and online\, individually or as part of a Make-A-Wish Cookie Box.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/world-wish-day-make-a-wish-famous-4th-street-cookie/
LOCATION:Reading Terminal Market\, 51 N 12th St\,\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T183000
DTSTAMP:20250218T194307Z
CREATED:20250218T194307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T194307Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Art class
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday 5-6:30pm\, MS Amy hosts teen Art class. This class is for creative teens to meet and be social. Every week\, MS Amy will plan a project for all skillsets. The teens will make art while talking\, laughing\, and listening to music. They will learn different art and craft techniques such as 3D construction\, perspective\, book binding\, sculpting\, painting\, and drawing.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/teen-art-class-2/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Cherry Street Pier\, 121 N. COLUMBUS BLVD.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="MS Amy Art Teacher":MAILTO:47earrings@gmail.com
GEO:39.9525531;-75.1397163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T162137Z
CREATED:20260406T162137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T162137Z
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SUMMARY:Profs & Pints Philadelphia: The Neanderthals Among Us
DESCRIPTION:Profs and Pints Philadelphia presents: “The Neanderthals Among Us\,” on the genetic legacy of our ancestors’ pairings with Homo neanderthalensis and what such genes tell us about prehistoric life\, with Alexander Platt\, evolutionary geneticist and senior research scientist at University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine. \n“Extinction” is a slippery word. Neanderthals went extinct tens of thousands of years ago\, yet in a sense they’re more genetically present on Earth than ever given all of the markers of Neanderthal ancestry found mixed in the genes of the eight billion Homo sapiens around today. Moreover\, Neanderthals aren’t the only type of humans whose extinctions weren’t the end of the line. \nCome to Philadelphia’s Black Squirrel Club to learn about fascinating research on the relationship between Neanderthals and modern humans being done by the University of Pennsylvania’s Tishkoff Lab. That lab\, broadly devoted to studying genetic variation in global populations\, generated worldwide headlines in February with a study finding that most of our Neanderthal ancestry appears to come from the pairing of male Neanderthals with Homo sapiens females \nDr. Alexander Platt\, lead co-author of the recent study\, will talk about what we know about human-Neanderthal interactions and the major questions that have yet to be answered. \nYou’ll learn how fossil evidence helps us know where and when individuals from various early human groups lived\, while anatomical similarities between them let us speculate about their respective migration histories and their relationships. Genetic evidence\, from both modern humans and samples of ancient DNA\, offers us fresh insights into the connections between some of them. \nDr. Platt will talk about how modern humans and Neanderthals shared a common ancestor over 500\,000 years ago. They then spent hundreds of thousands of years evolving on separate continents\, only to encounter each other repeatedly over the last 250\,000 years\, during which their interactions and interbreeding left each carrying a complex set of genetic relics of the other. \nExactly how and why such pairings took place is one of the key mysteries that Dr. Platt and his colleagues are working to solve. To get a better sense of how sex differences shaped those interactions\, the researchers contrast genetic diversity in non-sex chromosomes with genetic diversity in the X chromosome\, more reflective of the history of women than men. \nYou’ll emerge from the talk with a much better understanding of how breakthroughs in genetics are contributing to our understanding of human evolution\, as well as a recognition that our own genetic makeup tells us about our roots in prehistory. (Advance tickets: $13.50 plus processing fees. Doors: $17\, or $15 with a student ID. Guests are welcome to arrive any time after 5:30. Talk starts at 6:30.) \nImage: A reconstruction of a Neanderthal man on display at the Neanderthal Museum in Mettman\, Germany (Neanderthal Museum / Wikimedia Commons).
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/profs-pints-philadelphia-the-neanderthals-among-us/
LOCATION:Black Squirrel Club\, 1049 Sarah St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19125\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Profs and Pints":MAILTO:profsandpints@hotmail.com
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