Artist talk with P.W. Prichett

FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a conversation with P.W. Prichett in an intimate and relaxed setting and learn more about the artist and all about STUFFED the exhibition as well as STUFFED’s outreach. P. W. Prichett’s work spans a variety of mediums while consistently reflecting a sense of humor, an affinity for nature based forms, and a […]

Artist Talk + Book Launch with Wendel A. White

The Print Center 1614 Latimer St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join The Print Center to celebrate Wendel White’s new publication, “Manifest | Thirteen Colonies,” co-published by Radius Books and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, Harvard University. We will learn more about White’s book and his extensive photography practice, followed by an opportunity to get a signed copy of his beautiful hardcover book. This […]

Opening Reception, S. Leser + Kaleidoscopes

Box Spring Gallery 1400 N. American St, #100C, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Box Spring Gallery presents work by S. Leser—a treasure trove of never-before-seen graphic designs and patterns from 1960s New York, and her intricate Kaleidoscope drawings. An opening reception will take place on Thursday, October 10, 6-9pm, and the exhibition will be on view until November 2.

Confabulation

Hamilton Family Arts Center 62 N 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

THE STRIDES COLLECTIVE PRESENTS: Confabulation A World Premiere by Matt Shvyrkov Directed by Jonathan Edmondson October 10 - 20, 2024 Performing at the Hamilton Family Arts Center (62 N 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106) SYNOPSIS: A gas station attendant joins a “past life regression” support group to take control of her life. But as she […]

Aliento corporal/Corporeal Breath Closing Celebration

Big Ramp 2024 East Westmoreland Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Aliento corporal/Corporeal Breath Evan Dawson Lucia Garzón Joseph Lazaro Rodriguez Noemi Nieves-Hoblin José Ortiz Pagán Cesar Viveros September 14 - October 12, 2024 Closing Celebration: October 12th 2-7pm “Another reason for reconsidering and the necessity of re-affirming the spiritual in art, or the spiritual possibilities of art, if you want to put it more modestly, […]

Finding Your Voice: Writing Workshop & Reading

Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture 310 Master St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Award winning author and editor Susan Muaddi Darraj will present an overview of the writing and publishing process for creative people who have thought about publishing a book. Whether it’s a memoir, poetry, or a novel, your book can start its journey here as we discuss the ways in which books make it onto bookshelves. […]

An Evening of the World’s Best Short Films hosted by radio legend Michael Tearson

Scottish Rite Auditorium 315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ, United States

GET TICKETS HERE: https://tickets.gsff.org/events/419 Asbury Shorts USA, New York City’s longest-running short film exhibition and travel show, will partner with The Garden State Film Festival once again to present a new line up of their nationally recognized: “An Evening of the World’s Best Short Films,” sponsored by The South Jersey Film Office Cooperative. The show […]

Temple Theaters Presents: IF PRETTY HURTS UGLY MUST BE A MUHFUCKA

Randall Theater 1301 W Norris St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

If Pretty Hurts Ugly Must Be A Muhf*cka By Tori Sampson Directed by Ontaria Kim Wilson October 18th, 19th, and 20th. Randall Theater @ 2020 N. 13th St, Philadelphia, PA. In the village of Affreakah-Amirrorkah, no one questions that Akim is the one true, perfect beauty - not even her jealous classmates. But they'll be […]

“We Here” Public Forum & Sculpture Party

Taller Puertorriqueño 2600 N 5th, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Mural Arts Philadelphia celebrates the artists and community members behind "We Here," a new Kensington-based public art project with artist Roberto Lugo, with an afternoon of conversation and convening around art and ideas. Hosted by "We Here"’s Community Advisory Committee of Kensington residents and Mural Arts' Curator of Public Engagement Megan Voeller, the program debuts […]

Mummer costuming workshop

Golden Sunrise N.Y.A. 230 Greenwich St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join experienced mummer costumers from Golden Sunrise N.Y.A. to build a Fancy-style parade suit over the course of an afternoon workshop, dressing a steel frame in cardboard, satin, feathers and mirrors to make it really shine on New Year's Day. Attendees will be making a Super Mario themed suit and can look forward to seeing […]

Trick or Treat Bag Craft

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come to the Morris to make a special plant-themed trick-or-treat bag using eco-printing techniques! A chance for some hands-on learning about sustainable art-making. Your trick or treat bag will be great for carrying candy, or for year-round use. $15 per bag

School Vouchers: The Promise and Reality

Free Library of Philadelphia 1901 Vine Street Philadelphia PA 19103, Philadelphia, PA, United States

How do private school voucher programs impact our public schools and its students? Maura McInerney, Legal Director at the Education Law Center, will discuss the consequences of vouchers on equitable education opportunities and will answer audience questions following the lecture. This zoom lecture is free but registration is required. Please register at https://bit.ly/schoolvoucherzoomprogram