Behind the Lens: Insights into Bostelmann’s Life and Practice

Get a closer look at Enrique Bostelmann: Apertures and Borderscapes with an intimate panel discussion on the artist’s life and work. Moderated by the exhibition curator, this event features family members, curators, and scholars who will share personal memories, behind-the-scenes stories, and an in-depth look at the artist’s practice. Gain a deeper understanding of the […]

The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble free performance @ Dilworth Park

Dilworth Park (City Hall Philadelphia) 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

THE LADY HOOFERS TAP ENSEMBLE Welcomes New Artistic Director Tamera Dallam Philadelphia, PA: The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, a Philadelphia-based ensemble that centers the work of women in tap through performance, education, and community outreach, launches their 14th season under the leadership of a new Artistic Director: Tamera Dallam.   A longtime dancer with the ensemble, […]

Berman Block Party

Berman Museum of Art 601 East Main Street, Collegeville, PA, United States

We’re throwing the party of the summer to celebrate the new exhibition Enrique Bostelmann: Apertures and Borderscapes. Stop by the Berman Lawn between 6 and 8 p.m. on Friday, July 19 for dancing, good food, and art activities. Although the festivities will be held outside, the museum will be open throughout the event for you […]

“Park Water” Artist Talk

James Oliver Gallery 723 Chestnut Street, Floor 2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Artists Katie Kaplan and Alexis Nutini will discuss their works in the exhibition, "Park Water", currently on view at James Oliver Gallery. The Event will take place on Friday, 7/19 from 6-9pm, with the Talk beginning at 7pm.

Plantasia Planter Pop-Up Sale / Plant Swap / Garden Tour!

Commonweal 1341 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

SAVE THE DATE! On Saturday, July 20th, COMMONWEAL is hosting an all-day Planter Pop-Up Sale as well as a Plant Swap from 12:00 - 14:00! After the Plant Swap we'll be heading to the PHS Beer Garden on South Street for a tour of their foliage with a PHS representative!

Opening Reception @ Information

Information 2024 E Westmoreland St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Information is proud to present Too Early To Look Back, a group exhibition exploring the tension between nostalgia and the impulse to preserve memory. Featuring artists Elissa Defranceschi, Basak Kilicbeyli, Margaux McAllister, and Emily Rothstein Join us for the opening reception on Saturday July 20th, 5-8pm!

Free art workshops and shows (Conjuring Joy at the Bride)

Painted Bride 5212 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

As part of the "Conjuring Joy at the Bride" art residency, four Philly artists-in-residence will host FREE public art workshops, shows, and more at the Painted Bride – from embodying political rage to playground games to queer film screenings to tender text message art, this is a series you won’t want to miss! Space is […]

New York Circus Project presents HAMLET at FringeArts Theater

FringeArts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

New York Circus Project presents HAMLET at FringeArts Theater Circus meets Shakespeare in cutting-edge production coming to Philadelphia The New York Circus Project brings HAMLET, an innovative, circus-infused retelling of the Shakespearean classic to FringeArts for its premier touring season. HAMLET upends what audiences expect of Shakespeare by blending theater with circus arts to arrive at a unique iteration […]

Julia’s Room

Pearlstein Gallery 3401 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come to a one night and one day only event, featuring performance video and sculpture by Dave Hannon and Darren Woodland Jr.

Family Polaroid Workshop and Movie on the Lawn

Learn the basics of Polaroid cameras and the fascinating process behind instant image development. Philadelphia-based photographer and educator Jaime Alvarez will guide you through the technical aspects while sharing insights into the artistic value of this unique medium. In addition to the workshop, participants will take in the stunning photography on display in Enrique Bostelmann: […]

Philadelphia Dance Day is BACK!

Philly Dance Fitness 1923 Chestnut St, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

One day. One city. Tons of free dance workshops. Philadelphia Dance Day is BACK! This amazing nonprofit community event has brought hundreds of people out to dance in past years, and we’re so pumped for this year’s celebration! After a day filled with free dance workshops, the festival culminates with an evening showcase featuring routines […]

2nd Place Race

Plays and Players Theatre 1714 Delancey Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Get ready for the most unique race in town – the 2nd Annual 2nd Place Race! This year’s event on July 27 promises a thrilling blend of puzzles, challenges, games, trading, and tricking, all designed to help you secure the coveted second-place finish. And the best part? No running required! Remember, in this race, winning […]

Closing Reception at 3rd Street Gallery

3rd Street Gallery 610 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join us at the Closing Reception from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 28 to celebrate member artists Youngmin Jahan and Joe Klaus’s shows.

GOOD GRIEF Project Screening

Moore College of Art and Design 1916 Race St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

8 WOC Filmmakers (SIFTers) and 8 Philly Poets collaborated on narrative shorts which examine the beauty in grief of all types. The results are creative, beautiful, inspiring and good storytelling! Join SIFTMedia and Community Partners: BlackStar, Blue Stoop and cinéSPEAK for the GOOD GRIEF Film Project Preview Screening. The screening event is hosted by Vibemistress […]

BlackStar Projects – Full Schedule of Programs for 2024 FilmFestival

Blackstar 1901 South 9th Street, BOK 414, Philadelphia, PA, United States

BlackStar Projects, the premier organization celebrating visionary Black, Brown and Indigenous film and media artists, is thrilled to release the full schedule of programs, jury and award nominees for the 2024 BlackStar Film Festival. This year’s festival will take place from August 1-4, 2024 at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, with additional screenings, […]

BlackStar Film Festival

Blackstar 1901 South 9th Street, BOK 414, Philadelphia, PA, United States

BlackStar Film Festival is an annual celebration of the visual and storytelling traditions of the African diaspora and of global communities of color, showcasing films by Black, Brown, and Indigenous people from around the world. The 2024 BlackStar Film Festival will take place from August 1-4, 2024 on Broad Street in Philadelphia as well as […]

New Show Opening and Reception at 3rd Street Gallery

3rd Street Gallery 610 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

3rd Street Gallery Members’ Show “Treasures for the Sturgeon Moon” opens on Friday, August 2, and will run through Sunday, September 1. Opening Reception, Sunday August 4, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Fiber Reimagined II

Gravers Lane Gallery 8405 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Gravers Lane Gallery is pleased to host an international juried exhibition, Fiber Reimagined II, in collaboration with Fiber Art Now Magazine, for the second consecutive year. Fiber Reimagined II opens on August 1st, 2024, with an opening reception on Friday, August 2nd, 2024, 5-8pm and a First Friday reception September 6th, 2024. This exhibition is […]