The Colonial Theater in association with The Pa Jazz Alliance & The Scranton Jazz Festival presents: The Swinging Jazz Nutcracker Suite performed by the Emmy-nominated Scranton Jazz Festival Big Band with music arranged and imagined by Milton “Shorty” Rogers and Duke Ellington. This exciting 17-piece jazz orchestra will take you on a holiday journey transporting […]

In conversation Theodore A. Harris in conversation catalog contributor Stan Mir When: Thursday December 12th 5:30pm to 7 PM In the Felicity R. “Bebe” Benoliel Gallery: Thesentür/The Thinker: Nina Simone and the Politics of Music Theodore A. Harris On View November 14-December 20 CFEVA, 237 S 18th Street, #3a, Philadelphia PA 19103 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, […]

OPENING RECEPTION: IMPRINTS OF TIME AND PLACE ceramics & photographs by zami Reflections on identity, community connections, and acts of resistance Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Gallery is pleased to present the first exhibit in our new space, featuring the work of our founder Hazami Sayed. Imprints of Time and Place is both a homecoming for […]

Join us in the gallery on Thursday, December 12th from 6–9 pm for a closing program to mark the final week of This Fire That Warms You, a solo exhibition by Tsohil Bhatia, mentored by Puppies Puppies (Jade Guanaro Kuriki-Olivo). The event will include a viewing of Bhatia’s new video work, as well as a […]

Join us for a unique night of laughter at Chimaera Gallery, where comedy meets creativity! We’re bringing in top-notch stand-up comedians for an unforgettable evening of hilarity. Featuring four dynamic acts, each with their own style, this showcase promises something for everyone. Artists & Art students get in free. Just show us some cool art […]

This holiday season, join The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble for their signature production of The Tapcracker at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15. Hailed as a “real delight” (ThINKingDance), this all-tap version of the holiday favorite has “taken its rightful place among the Philadelphia holiday traditions on the Avenue […]

Celebrate German-American heritage at Christmas Village’s German American Weekend on December 14 and 15! This exciting event will feature traditional music, food, and dancing. Enjoy live performances by local Schuhplattler groups in traditional attire and sample authentic German delicacies like pretzels and bratwurst. On Sunday, get competitive with the German Games, including a bratwurst-eating contest, […]

Join Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture (located at 310 W Master St.) on December 14th at 1 PM to celebrate the winners of our inaugural Naomi Shihab Nye Prize, honoring Arab American and Arab Canadian voices in middle-grade fiction! Our First Place winner, Alia Yunis, will share from Making Miracles in Minnesota, and Second Place winner, […]

Parallax Modern, a dynamic new contemporary art gallery located in Chesterfield, New Jersey, offers a unique perspective on modern art. Located conveniently between the bustling art scenes of New York City and Philadelphia, Parallax Modern is dedicated to showcasing the exceptional talent of the Tri-state area in a renovated warehouse that was once a sign […]

Nothing says ‘consumerism’ like the winter holidays. Using only materials on hand, your own or those at the Dyke+ ArtHaus (see list below), make gifts from the heart and build queer community while doing it. FREE. In person or virtually. Attend for some or all of the time. Feel free to bring any materials you […]

The Schuylkill Valley Regional Dance Company presents its 53rd Anniversary of THE NUTCRACKER! 💂‍♀️ ❄️Come create your own dreams and memories in this treasured Christmas season classic for the whole family! With over 60 dancers and professional guest artists, this is an affordable and mesmerizing performance that is assured to captivate your soul. 🎄Join Clara […]

Artist reception for Urbs/Suburbs series of small and medium sized framed paintings of Philadelphia and the suburbs by Pia De Girolamo held at Cerulean Arts Gallery, Philadelphia

This holiday season, join The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble for their signature production of The Tapcracker at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15. Hailed as a “real delight” (ThINKingDance), this all-tap version of the holiday favorite has “taken its rightful place among the Philadelphia holiday traditions on the Avenue […]

“It’s sweater weather, so pull out your nastiest knits!” Ugly Christmas Sweater GayBINGO! is an evening of unbridled fun, complete with ridiculous musical numbers, hilarious drag queen antics, and chances to win fabulous prizes. Celebrating a different theme each month, hundreds of people pack the hall for a night of good old-fashioned Bingo… with a […]

This holiday season, join The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble for their signature production of The Tapcracker at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15. Hailed as a “real delight” (ThINKingDance), this all-tap version of the holiday favorite has “taken its rightful place among the Philadelphia holiday traditions on the Avenue […]

Shop for the holidays and support Black businesses at the annual Festively Fly Holiday Market on Sunday, December 15th from 12pm – 8pm at Location 215 (990 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123)! Grab your holiday gifts from dope Black brands curated by All Black Everything Pop Up, listen and vibe to DJ sets and […]

There will be tour for artists interested in participating in Timeline, a 2025 exhibition on the grounds of Laurel Hill Mansion on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 1:00pm. Anyone planning to attend this tour should RSVP to events@laurelhillmansion.org Call to Artists TIMELINE Submission Deadline: March 3, 2025 Women for Greater Philadelphia in collaboration with Philadelphia […]

This holiday season, join The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble for their signature production of The Tapcracker at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15. Hailed as a “real delight” (ThINKingDance), this all-tap version of the holiday favorite has “taken its rightful place among the Philadelphia holiday traditions on the Avenue […]