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Bespoke Matter
In Bespoke Matter, five artists challenge and expand these definitions; they explore traditional decorative arts through untraditional lenses. Their work poses a compelling question: What happens when an object is no longer functional? Including pieces representing furniture, wallpaper, decorative plates, porcelain vessels, and tapestry, Philadelphia-based artists Sophie Glenn, Leslie A. Grossman, Elizabeth Hamilton, Leah Kaplan, and Lisa Marie Patzer push the boundaries of craft, decorative arts, and traditional mediums. ( Must have an appointment to see the exhibition ).
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Sam Davis. Contact Phone: 2152353405. Contact Email: sam@inliquid.org. Cost: 0.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Park Towne Place, 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130.
For more info visit www.inliquid.org. CANCELLED - Intro to Ceramic Sculpture
Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative.
In this sculptural hand building class, we will harness the power of our imaginations. Students will learn foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative. Projects may include sculptural vessels, animal sculpture and figure sculpture. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are looking to establish fundamental techniques or explore the bounds of your creativity and imagination, this class is for you!
Class will run Tuesday nights January 20th - February 24th 6pm - 9pm
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Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible via stairs. The class requires participants to be able to sit a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Madi Eads. Contact Phone: 2676558459. Contact Email: madi@lansdownesfuture.org. Cost: 250.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Jazz Bridge Presents: Jazz in Germantown
Jazz Bridge Board President, Kevin Johnson and vocalist Shekhinah B. will co-host “Jazz in Germantown” Third Tuesday Neighborhood Concerts Series at the
Settlement Music School Germantown Branch, 6128 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19144.
Showtime: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. There will also be a Q&A and tickets are $15 in advance (online) and $20 at the door. Students and children are FREE!
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Doug Drewes. Contact Phone: 6107241615. Contact Email: ddrewes@jazzbridge.org. Cost: 15 to 20.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Settlement Music School, Germantown Branch
6128 Germantown Avenue,
Philadelphia PA 19144.
Book event with authors of "Einstein Never Used Flash Cards"
Do you want to know the latest scientific data on child development and learning? Up to date research on screen time? The importance of play?
Children’s Book World is proud to welcome authors Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, Ph.D. and Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, Ph.D. to the store.
We will be celebrating the launch of the revised edition of their award-winning book, Einstein Never Used Flash Cards.
Pasek and Golinkoff are prominent child development experts and collaborators who have written several acclaimed books.
Dr. Hirsh-Pasek, a professor at Temple University and a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, brings together scientists, journalists, policy makers, and entertainers to put learning science in the hands of educators.
Dr. Golinkoff is a professor at the University of Delaware and the director of the Child’s Play, Learning, and Development Lab. She is known for her research on language development, the benefits of playful learning, the effects of media on children, and early spatial development.
They w…
Category: School / Education. Contact Name: Vickie McGowan. Contact Phone: 610-642-6274. Contact Email: info@childrensbookworld.net. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Children's Book World, 17 Haverford Station Road, Haverford PA 19041.
For more info visit childrensbookworld.net. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Preschool Storytime
Join Mr. Alec and Mr. Turtle while we read stories, sing songs, and play! For ages 3-5, their siblings, and caregivers.
Category: Misc. School / Education. Contact Name: Alec Smith, Children's Librarian. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: smitha@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Connect for Change: Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer
Want to stop doomscrolling and get more involved in your local community for good in the new year? Community is the key to finding purpose and feeling better - and we’re here to help you plug in.
Join Green Philly’s 3rd annual Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer — a fun, low-pressure way to connect with local organizations making a real impact. Come for a night of meaningful connections, inspiration, and ways to take action close to home. We’ll make it easy for you to meet new friends while you’re at it.
-Eco-Speed Networking: Match your passion with the perfect volunteer opportunity, paving the way for a lasting impact and meeting like-minded changemakers.
-Flash Talks with Organizers: Get inspired by quick, engaging talks from local environmental leaders sharing bold ideas and actionable ways to make an impact.
-Connect with Registered Community Organizations: Learn what’s happening in neighborhoods across the city.
-Fill your 2026 with action: Learn about Green Philly's initiatives, upcoming events, and how to s…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Melvin Powell. Contact Email: melvin@syncproductiongroup.com. Cost: $0-15.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Temple University - Science and Education Research Center
1925 N 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.ticketleap.events. Wedding Planning Expo 1-21-26 The Merion
Wedding Exhibits with everything you need for your wedding day and Married Life!
Wedding Seminars - Tips & Advice from The Experts!
DJ And Musician Showcases
Fashion Show with Bridal fashions and Tuxedos by Local Salons
Prizes from Every Exhibitor and Discounts
Food Tasting By The Merion
Try on Wedding Veils
Enter to Win a complete Hair and Make Up Trial at The Show!
Design your Save the Date!
And So Much MORE!!!
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Bridal Showcases. Contact Phone: 856-273-9499. Contact Email: showcases@djsavailable.com. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Merion
1301 Route 130
Cinnaminson, NJ 08077.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. World Above: Poetry Open Mic with E.D. Bradshaw
The Murphy Writing Center and the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University present a free community program each month, World Above: Poetry Open Mic to Stockton University’s Noyes Arts Garage (2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401). This monthly program is hosted by multidisciplinary artist, content creator, and educator, Dimitri Reyes.
January’s featured poet is E.D. Bradshaw.
World Above open mic participants are invited to read one poem or prose piece that is less than two minutes long. Please arrive in-person or online by 6:45pm to secure a spot in the Open.
For those attending virtually, there will be a synchronous livestream of the reading so that people can tune-in if they are not able or comfortable attending in-person events. Join online via Zoom (https://stockton.zoom.us/j/95192100891?pwd=c0had1pIVkFjMVJwZ2VHYmwwaVdSUT09).
Questions about this series can be forwarded to worldabovereading@gmail.com.
Please invite your friends to this event, join and share it on Facebook and social…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Sarah Lacy. Contact Phone: 6096263805. Contact Email: sarah.lacy@stockton.edu. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401.
For more info visit noyesmuseum.org. Draw the Circle
“How can we live when we are driven by love instead of fear?” This autobiographical solo work, a meditation on identity and presence, is the story of a suburban girl named Shireen and a Brooklyn man named Deen, and the things we do to be together. Taking us on their epic journey of transition with a myriad cast of characters, this one-person show explores the courage it takes for us to live authentically when we do not fit society, religion, or familial expectations of gender. This compassionate coming-of-self-story is anchored deeply in humanity and told with heart and humor.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Hannah Kunkiewicz. Contact Phone: 9082100010. Contact Email: hannah@enroutemarketing.com. Cost: Varies.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:50 PM.
Hedgerow Theatre Company, 64 Rose Valley Road.
For more info visit app.arts-people.com. Arden Theatre Company Presents: Good Bones
A new sports stadium is being built in the middle of a neighborhood. Aisha returns to her hometown to help the developers revitalize the place she grew up in and starts working with a local contractor who has a different vision for its future. The Philadelphia premiere of the newest play by James Ijames, 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of Fat Ham, about community, change, and the soul of our cities.
7pm-9pm.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: The Arden Theatre Company. Contact Phone: 215.922.1122. Contact Email: boxofficer@ardentheatre.org. Cost: $32-$62.
Thursday, January 22, 2026 – Sunday, March 8, 2026.
40 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
For more info visit ardentheatre.org. Good Bones
A new sports stadium is being built in the middle of a neighborhood. Aisha returns to her hometown to help the developers revitalize the place she grew up in and starts working with a local contractor who has a different vision for its future. The Philadelphia premiere of the newest play by James Ijames, 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of Fat Ham, about community, change, and the soul of our cities.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 2159221122. Contact Email: boxoffiver@ardentheatre.org. Cost: $32 to $62.
Thursday, January 22, 2026 – Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Arden Theatre (40 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106).
For more info visit ardentheatre.org. Gallery Talk & Opening Reception for The Print Center’s 100th ANNUAL Solo Exhibitions
Join The Print Center for a Gallery Talk and Opening Reception for three solo exhibitions awarded from the 100th ANNUAL International Competition:
“Glen Baldridge: The Pond”
“Mary Enoch Elizabeth Baxter: Epilogues of the Black Madonna”
and
“Adi Sundoro: Seeking Into The Folds”
5:30pm – Gallery Talks
6 – 7:30pm – Opening Reception
Free and open to the public.
The exhibitions feature artists representing a wide geographic range, from Philadelphia, Maine and Indonesia. Glen Baldridge, Mary Enoch Elizabeth Baxter and Adi Sundoro take widely different approaches to their subject matter, each expressing a strong creative vision through a compelling exploration of materials. Baldridge’s night-vision photographs of a pond near Portland, ME, reveal psychedelic undercurrents; Baxter’s activist reinterpretations of 19th century daguerreotypes advocate for Black women and girls; and Sundoro explores the implications of security breaches by the Indonesian government through the reuse of printed food wrappings.
The e…
Contact Name: Mikaela Hawk. Contact Phone: 215-735-6090 x5. Contact Email: mhawk@printcenter.org.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
The Print Center, 1614 Latimer Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
For more info visit printcenter.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Indivisible: Stories of Strength Exhibition Opening
Join us for the opening of Indivisible: Stories of Strength, an exhibition exploring identity and culture among native and immigrant Philadelphians. This exhibit features a video series, collaborative art pieces, and new artwork in collage, ceramics, mosaics, printmaking, and photography created by artists and staff from SEAMAAC's art resiliency workshops. The evening will include a panel discussion with artists and teaching artists who created pieces for this powerful exhibition. Free and open to the public, light refreshments served.
Category: Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Ellie Goreman. Contact Phone: (215) 389- 1776. Contact Email: egorman@americanswedish.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
American Swedish Historical Museum,
1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia 19145.
For more info visit www.americanswedish.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Historical Society of Pennsylvania Hosts Changing Faces of Independence Exhibit Opening
Join us for the opening of our exhibit Changing Faces of Independence: Pennsylvania in the 1800s. How has the makeup of who is an American changed since the American Revolution? How have the people in that changing face of America continuously reinvigorated and reasserted the founding ideals of the country? By examining the documents left by our ancestors in the time leading up to America’s 100th birthday, this display poses those questions to their descendants.
By the time of the nation’s Centennial Celebration in Philadelphia in 1876, enormous waves of German and Irish immigrants arrived in Pennsylvania, and significant migrations of free and enslaved people of African descent moved from the South, using the Underground Railroad and following Emancipation during and after the Civil War. Curated in partnership with the German Society of Pennsylvania and Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, this exhibit aims to connect Americans to their ancestors through the records of their lives, highlighti…
Category: Museum / Exhibitions. Community Events / Volunteerism. Misc. Contact Phone: (215) 732-6200. Contact Email: programs@hsp.org.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Historical Society of Pennsylvania (1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107).
For more info visit www.portal.hsp.org. Rock to the Future: Youth-Led Open Mic Night
Rock to the Future is kicking off the year with a Youth-Led Open Mic Night! The event takes place on Thursday, January 22 from 6–8:30 PM at One Art Community Center in West Philadelphia for an evening of music and creativity.
Concert Creators students are running the show behind the scenes and will also take center stage to showcase their talents. Teens ages 13–19 are invited to grab the mic and share their voices, while community members are encouraged to come out and show their support. Admission is free, the event is open to all, and—of course—snacks will be provided!
Teens interested in performing should contact V at victoria@rocktothefuture.org before performance slots fill up. Join Rock to the Future for the music, and stay for the youth-powered creativity and energy.
Contact Name: Rock to the Future. Contact Phone: (215)239-0963. Contact Email: terrell@rocktothefuture.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
One Art Community Center.
For more info visit rocktothefuture.org. Hellenic Music Ensemble
A century of iconic Greek music comes to life in a global celebration of Hellenic culture. The Hellenic Music Ensemble, a 21-piece orchestra under the musical direction of Panos Liaropoulos, embarks on a landmark world tour celebrating the centenary of Greece’s legendary composers Mikis Theodorakis and Manos Hadjidakis. Featuring two of Greece’s most celebrated voices, Natassa Bofiliou and Giannis Haroulis, the concert blends powerful contemporary performance with timeless orchestral arrangements. They are joined by special guest star, the Tony and Grammy Award–nominated Broadway singer and actress Judy Kuhn, creating a rare artistic bridge between the Greek and American musical worlds. Audiences will experience a sweeping journey through Theodorakis’ stirring anthems of resistance and Hadjidakis’ lyrical masterpieces of love and poetry. Visiting nine countries and performing on some of the world's most prestigious stages, this international celebration introduces the beauty and soul of Greek music to audienc…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Amanda Sweet. Contact Phone: 347-564-3371. Contact Email: amanda@bucklesweet.com. Cost: $75-184.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Keswick Theatre, Glenside, PA.
For more info visit hellenicensemble.com. Tarot Card Reading & Wine Tasting
Tarot Card Reading & Wine Tasting
At Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Rd, Washington Crossing, PA
Thursday, January 22, 7 pm
Get together with your friends for a fun night out. Enjoy wine tasting, dessert and a private Tarot Card reading.
Reservations are a must.
Cost: $45 per person. See website for details and reservations: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: $45.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Stephen DiJoseph and Emmett Drueding at Lansdowne Folk Club
Lansdowne Folk Club presents Stephen DiJoseph, musician, composer and filmmaker and Emmett Drueding, a Philadelphia-based guitarist, singer and songwriter on Thursday, January 22, 2026. Held at the Twentieth Century Club, 84 S. Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance online or with an advanced phone reservation and $25 without an advance reservation. Free on-street parking. For reservations, advance ticket sales or more information visit website https://folkclub.org, email Lfolkclub@gmail.com or call (484) 466-6213. Only cash is accepted at the door. Handicap accessible.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Lansdowne Folk Club. Contact Phone: (484) 466-6213. Contact Email: Lfolkclub@gmail.com. Cost: Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance online or with an advanced phone reservation and $25 without an advance reservation.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 7:30 PM.
Twentieth Century Club
84 S. Lansdowne Avenue
Lansdowne, PA.
For more info visit folkclub.org. Face to Face: Isaiah Zagar's Mosaicked Portraits
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens presents “Face to Face: Isaiah Zagar’s Mosaicked Portraits,” an exhibition highlighting the inspirations behind Isaiah Zagar’s artwork. The intimate works include people who have influenced his life, work, and world, as well as strangers and individuals who captured his imagination. Embodying the broader spirit of Folk Art, collaboration, and community, the portraits are composed from fragments of tile, mirror, folk artwork, and other materials, creating a meeting place between artist and subject. Through this collection, visitors can experience Zagar’s mosaics up close, connecting with the people and stories that shaped his art.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Phone: 2157330390. Contact Email: info@phillymagicgardens.org. Cost: Varies.
Friday, January 23, 2026 – Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens (1020 South Street).
For more info visit www.phillymagicgardens.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Storytime + Design
Warm-up to the concept of design and it's many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey.
The age range of books will vary, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: No registration required. Free to attend. Pay what you wish ($0-$10 per youth designer).
Friday, January 23, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Fiber Arts Skill Share
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, sewing, or embroidery? Meet up with other crafters at Oak Lane Library every Friday for skill-sharing, conversation, and snacks. Sewing machines are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and a limited supply of sewing, crocheting, and knitting supplies will be provided. This is not a formal class, although some basic machine instruction may be provided. Attendees under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is made possible through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Miriam Spector Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Catherine Collins, Library Branch Manager. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: collinsc@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Greased Lightnin’ – a '50s concert at Traditions of Lansdale
Relive the rock ‘n’ roll days! Step back into the 1950s at Traditions of Lansdale for a memorable concert on Friday, Jan. 23, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 1800 Walnut St. Lansdale.
Enjoy your favorite jukebox hits performed by singer and guitarist Bill Foly, along with sizzling sliders and frosty root beer floats, just like a classic diner. Come wearing the fashions of the ‘50s. Best dressed wins a prize!
Please RSVP by Jan. 19. Call Allison or Jill at 215-855-1235 or email aingram@traditionsoflansdale.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Allison or Jill. Contact Phone: 215-855-1235. Contact Email: aingram@traditionsoflansdale.com. Cost: Free.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Traditions of Lansdale, 1800 Walnut St.
For more info visit www.traditionsoflansdale.com. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Friday, January 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Live Music at Hook & Ladder
𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙠𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚!
Sip on delicious cocktails, savor mouthwatering meals, and enjoy live music from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM every Friday and Saturday at Hook & Ladder!
See the January Lineup attached.
If inclement weather or cooler temperatures, live music will be moved indoors.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram (@hookandladderconshy) to stay updated on changes, cancellations, and newly added performances!
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
46 Fayette St, Conshohocken, PA 19428.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ask the Trainer
Curious about our dog training classes or wondering which program is right for your pup? Join us for Ask the Trainer, a special in-person event where you can meet our trainers, ask questions in real time, and get an inside look at how our classes work.
During this interactive session, our trainers will share expert guidance and perform live demos of the skills and techniques you and your dog will learn in class. Whether you’re navigating puppyhood, brushing up on manners, or looking to try something new, this is the perfect chance to explore your options.
Guests will also enjoy exclusive deals on same-day class sign-ups, available only during the event.
To keep the environment calm and focused, we kindly ask participants to leave personal dogs at home for this event.
Come learn, connect, and get a head start on your training journey!
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Contact Name: Jaime Moore. Contact Phone: 8564242288. Contact Email: jaimem@awanj.org. Cost: 0.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Animal Welfare Association - 509 Centennial Blvd, Voorhees, NJ 08043.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Alcoléa & cie: Right in the Eye
Live music blends with classic film in this movie-concert by France’s Alcoléa & cie. A Philadelphia debut, Right in the Eye celebrates Georges Méliès, a pioneer of the cinema and inventor of special effects, by adding an original, multi-layered score to complement and interpret 12 of his otherwise silent films. A trio of musicians play an extraordinary range of 50 instruments, from the classics to the obscure, evoking the technical wizardry and playful creativity that defined Méliès’ work. This unique production puts music and film in perfect harmony to reimagine cinema’s early years.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Sugar Mountain - A Tribute to Neil Young
Sugar Mountain faithfully recreates the magic of Neil Young’s five-decade career.
Sugar Mountain brings together an ensemble of veteran musicians who faithfully replicate the songs of one of our era’s most prolific and beloved singer/songwriters, Neil Young. Neil Young’s career spans an amazing five plus decades, from the seminal country rock sounds of Buffalo Springfield and super group Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young to garage band Crazy Horse and countless genre bending solo releases, spanning everything from folk, country, electronic and hard rock to rockabilly. Sugar Mountain brings to life the Neil Young concert experience, covering all of the best known songs, hits and deep cuts that are sure to thrill all, from the most ardent of fans to the casual Neil Young.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Kathy Boyle. Contact Phone: 61035602787. Contact Email: info@uptownwestchester.org. Cost: Premium - $50 Standard - $40 (includes all fees).
Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
226 N. High Street
West Chester, PA. 19380.
For more info visit uptownwestchester.org. Moore College of Art & Design 2026 Faculty Triennial
Join us at The Galleries at Moore on Friday, January 23 from 5–7pm to celebrate the opening of "All In: 2026 Faculty Triennial." This exhibition presents over 75 works by 41 faculty members that demonstrate the ideas, issues and inquiries that Moore’s talented instructors are currently exploring in their professions.
The exhibition reinforces the College’s ongoing commitment to showcasing the diversity of work produced by its community and features new and recent projects (produced in the last three years) across all disciplines and, for the third time, occupies every gallery on the campus ground floor. In addition, an accompanying schedule of ongoing and one-time public programs conceived by teaching faculty provides insight into the work of both the makers and the non-makers who prepare Moore’s students for careers in art and design.
Participating Artists:
Gina Altadonna, Andrea Beizer, Justin Carey, Jen Cram, Jeff Dion, Elaine M Erne, Thomas Foley, Julianna Foster, Laura Frazure, Dorothy Funderwhite, Rob…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Gabi Stevenson. Contact Phone: 2159658583. Contact Email: gstevenson@moore.edu. Cost: Free.
Saturday, January 24, 2026 – Saturday, March 7, 2026.
The Galleries at Moore
First floor, Moore College of Art & Design
1916 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103.
For more info visit moore.edu. Mid-Winter Antique Show
The annual Mid-Winter Antique Show is taking place on January 24 & 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside the WheatonArts Event Center. The show features approximately 40 quality dealers offering a wide selection of antique furniture, books, ceramics, glass, jewelry, linens, memorabilia, toys, pottery, vintage accessories, and more. Admission is $8.00 per person at a special discounted rate.
WheatonArts Members are invited to enjoy early access to the show beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday. During the Antique Show weekend, the Museum of American Glass, Artist Studios, and Museum Stores will also be open to visitors.
With the exception of the Mid-Winter Antique Show, Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center will be closed to the public during January, February, and March. The campus will fully reopen on Thursday, April 2, 2026, when WheatonArts resumes its seasonal operating schedule, open from April through December.
During this time, the Museum of American Glass, Folklife Center, and Artist Studios will undergo ex…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Misc. Contact Name: Lindsay Springer. Contact Phone: 856.825.6800. Contact Email: news@wheatonarts.org. Cost: $8.00.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
WheatonArts is located at GPS: 1000 Village Drive, Millville, NJ 08332.
For more info visit www.wheatonarts.org. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Ciao Bambini! A Kids Day
Benvenuti, Little Beacons!
Join us for Ciao Bambini, the official pop-up launch event of Little Beacons Art Studio — an Italian-summer-inspired celebration created for little artists and their grown-ups.
This is not a traditional workshop. It is a full creative experience with multiple craft stations, hands-on activities, refreshments, photo moments, special surprises, and a Curated Swag bag for each child filled with goodies from our favorite sponsor brands.
Since this is a pop-up event, parents and caregivers are required to stay for the entire duration of the event.
Follow us on Instagram : @Littlebeaconsstudio.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Samarys. Contact Email: Littlebeaconsart@gmail.com. Cost: $60-80.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rittenhouse Square.
For more info visit posh.vip. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Everything But The Kitchen Sink Workshop
Join Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG) for Everything But the Kitchen Sink Mosaic Workshop, a two-hour workshop led by the PMG education team exploring techniques used by PMG creator Isaiah Zagar. Known for his unique and, some say, liberating method for creating mosaics, participants will examine Zagar murals, prepare and create materials to make their own mosaic.
Guests will learn how to cut glass, break tile, mix grout, and lay out a small 9″ x 9″ mosaic to take home. The program empowers participants with mosaic-making skills and inspiration for future endeavors. The workshop is available for participants ages 12+, but all participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Phone: 2157330390. Contact Email: info@phillymagicgardens.org. Cost: $40 to $55.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM.
Magic Gardens Studio (1002 Watkins Street).
For more info visit www.phillymagicgardens.org. Watson Adventures’ The Deadly Nudes Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt
Join Watson Adventures on a murder mystery scavenger hunt at the Philadelphia Museum of Art! An eminent scholar’s husband has been shot dead, a week after receiving strange messages and images of “dancing stick figures” on her computer. The messages are somehow linked to nude artwork in the museum. See if your team of sleuths can figure out whodunit on this unusual murder mystery scavenger hunt based on a Sherlock Holmes story. Advance purchase is required.
Category: Museum / Exhibitions. Misc. Contact Phone: 877-9GO-HUNT. Contact Email: join@watsonadventures.com. Cost: $19.00 (plus museum admission).
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130.
For more info visit watsonadventures.com. Oil painting classes with artist Amanda Auble
Date/time: Saturday, January 3, 10, 24, 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Studio 4, Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University
Link: https://amandaauble.com/painting-workshops
Learn the basics of oil painting and portraiture from artist Amanda Auble in these classes held within the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University.
In her Alla Prima Portrait Painting classes, you'll learn to capture a live model in a single session using traditional oil techniques. Perfect for artists of all levels, these hands-on workshops will sharpen your observation skills and bring energy to your brushwork. Are you ready to paint in the moment? Seats are available for multiple classes.
Take advantage of her multi-class discount and commit to your painting practice. This offer allows you to sign up for all the portrait classes this winter at a reduced price.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Sarah Lacy. Contact Phone: 6096263805. Contact Email: sarah.lacy@stockton.edu. Cost: $120.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Studio 4, Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University
2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City NJ 08401.
For more info visit amandaauble.com. Pre-Incan Sketches
Heralded by The New York Times as “a consummate and charismatic performer,” flutist Mimi Stillman leads the Dolce Suono Ensemble in a concert featuring music by Latin American composers, including Grammy-winning artist Gabriela Lena Frank's evocative musical depictions of pre-Incan culture Pre-Incan Sketches.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Bill Rhoads. Contact Phone: 215-324-0746. Contact Email: brhoads@esperanza.us. Cost: $15, Free for Students & Seniors.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Esperanza Arts Center
4261 North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140.
For more info visit www.esperanzaartscenter.us. The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Philadelphia, PA!
At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Each admission includes our fantastic dinner, mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more!
Happens on the following Dates:
Jan 17, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jan 24, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jan 31, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada).
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Ian B. Contact Phone: 866.496.0535. Contact Email: phl.info@thedinnerdetective.com. Cost: $79.00.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
237 S Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107.
The British Are Coming! (Again!)
To celebrate the Nation’s Semiquincentennial (our 250th birthday!) the Historical Society of Moorestown and Moorestown250 invite you to a tribute to the Beatles!
Britain’s Best will perform live on stage at the Moorestown High School auditorium on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 7:00pm. The address of Moorestown High School is 350 Bridgeboro Rd. Moorestown NJ 08057. All proceeds support the Historical Society of Moorestown and the Moorestown250.
Britain’s Best is South Jersey’s premiere Beatles tribute band, entertaining audiences throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Also appearing that night is pop recording artist Roxy Fay as she pays tribute to great British female singers of the 1960s: Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield, Judith Durham, Lulu, and more.
Prizes awarded for best 60’s Costume!
As Austin Powers would say, “Shagadelic, baby! Put on your most groovy 1960s gear because there’s a special prize awaiting the most swinging dresser! Yeah, baby, yeah!”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Historical Society of Moorestown. Contact Phone: 8562350353. Contact Email: moorestownhistory@comcast.net. Cost: Adults $25, Members & Seniors $15, Students & children $7.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Moorestown High School, 350 Bridgeboro Rd. Moorestown NJ 08057.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Isaiah Collier & Keyon Harrold
Hailed as the “future of the trumpet” by DownBeat, Keyon Harrold’s warm, expressive sound blends jazz, Afrobeat, rock, blues and hip-hop. With collaborators ranging from Beyoncé and Common to Gregory Porter and Robert Glasper, this “scorching trumpeter” and his sextet are joined for a special double bill with saxophonist and jazz prodigy Isaiah Collier. In 2024, Collier was a Chicago Tribune Jazz Artist of the Year, named to DownBeat’s “25 for the Future” and included in The New York Times’ top 10 jazz albums of the year. The “heir apparent to…the post-Coltrane sax tradition,” Collier makes his Penn Live Arts debut alongside his quartet in this unforgettable evening of jazz. (The New York Times).
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. 101 Design Concept
Join us to work through the design process and understanding how designers base their design solution from a concept with head coach + founder Erike. We’ll do our best to understand how to get to a concept, how it develops, and try some sketching and exercise how to get to a concept on our own.
No doodads/pieces will be made, this is purely a session to get to know process and tools.
Category: School / Education. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: 25.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 PM – Sunday, January 25, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs: 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Mid-Winter Antique Show
The annual Mid-Winter Antique Show is taking place on January 24 & 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside the WheatonArts Event Center. The show features approximately 40 quality dealers offering a wide selection of antique furniture, books, ceramics, glass, jewelry, linens, memorabilia, toys, pottery, vintage accessories, and more. Admission is $8.00 per person at a special discounted rate.
WheatonArts Members are invited to enjoy early access to the show beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday. During the Antique Show weekend, the Museum of American Glass, Artist Studios, and Museum Stores will also be open to visitors.
With the exception of the Mid-Winter Antique Show, Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center will be closed to the public during January, February, and March. The campus will fully reopen on Thursday, April 2, 2026, when WheatonArts resumes its seasonal operating schedule, open from April through December.
During this time, the Museum of American Glass, Folklife Center, and Artist Studios will undergo ex…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Misc. Contact Name: Lindsay Springer. Contact Phone: 856.825.6800. Contact Email: news@wheatonarts.org. Cost: $8.00.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
WheatonArts is located at GPS: 1000 Village Drive, Millville, NJ 08332.
For more info visit www.wheatonarts.org. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walk: Nature's Nurture
Get moving, get outdoors, and connect with nature and others during this weekend! Walks during the fourth Sunday of each month (January 25, March 1, March 29) will focus on getting heart rates up. Each weekend features a discussion topic centered around movement in nature. Come for the cardio, stay for the conversation! Wellness Walks are done in a group, and all levels of walking are welcome. All walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Tart Making Class at Williams Sonoma at MarketFair
Join us Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Williams Sonoma at MarketFair in Princeton for a hands-on tart-making experience! From bright citrus curds and seasonal fruits to savory quiches, custards, and vegetable fillings, tarts are a delicious way to elevate everyday ingredients into bakery-worthy creations. We’ll guide you through the basics while whipping up a classic lemon tart—perfect for beginners and pastry enthusiasts alike!
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
3535 US-1, Princeton, NJ 08540.
For more info visit www.williams-sonoma.com. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Wine and Pretzels
Wine and Pretzels - A pairing experience with a twist!
At Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Rd, Washington Crossing, PA
Sunday, January 25, 2 pm
Get bready for the latest craze in food and wine pairing!
You’ll be guided through a sampling of handcrafted sweet & savory pretzel nuggets from OMG! Pretzels in Plymouth Meeting along with tastings of Crossing Vineyards’ award-winning wines.
Includes instruction, wine and assorted pretzel bites. It’ll bake you happy. We are knot kidding. Reservations required.
Cost: $40 per person. See website for details and reservations: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: $40.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road
Washington Crossing, PA 18977.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Curtis Symphony Orchestra: Osmo Conducts Bartók
Embark on a musical odyssey with renowned Finnish conductor Osmo Vänskä. The evening begins with Missy Mazzoli’s Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres), a swirling, celestial work inspired by planetary motion and the roiling drone of the medieval stringed instrument, the hurdy-gurdy. Henry Dorn’s powerful Transitions follows, a deeply personal tone poem reflecting on loss, transformation, and resilience.
The program features the world premiere of a new concerto for woodwinds and orchestra by David Serkin Ludwig, performed by Grammy-winning quintet and Curtis faculty Imani Winds. The concert concludes with Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra, a virtuosic showcase that transforms each section of the ensemble into dazzling soloists. Charting a bold musical journey across five movements—this masterwork blends folk-inspired melodies, modernist harmonies, and brilliant orchestration, making it one of the most beloved orchestral pieces of the 20th century.
Please note programs and artists are subject to change.
Program…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: The Curtis Institute of Music. Contact Phone: 2158937902. Contact Email: tickets@curtis.edu. Cost: $28 - $60.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Marian Anderson Hall
300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.curtis.edu. College Portfolio Prep: High School Creative Portfolio Development
An in-person portfolio prep series for high school students (ages ~15+) preparing to apply to art, fashion, and design colleges and universities. Over six weekly classes, students will develop unique portfolios with guidance from creative professionals, focusing on observational drawing, material exploration, and building a cohesive body of work for admissions.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Contact Name: Emily Henry. Contact Phone: 8556233745. Contact Email: info@made-institute.com. Cost: 690.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
4719 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143.
For more info visit made-institute.com. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Rock to the Future MusiCore Winter Showcase
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and talent on January 27th from 4:30–7:00 PM as Rock to the Future presents the MusiCore Winter Showcase!
Rock to the Future's MusiCore After School program combines exciting music opportunities, instrumental instruction, peer collaboration, and live performance with academic and educational support. The program is offered free of charge to Philadelphia youth.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Rock to the Future. Contact Phone: (215)239-0963. Contact Email: terrell@rocktothefuture.org. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Roosevelt Elementary School (430 E Washington Lane).
For more info visit rocktothefuture.org. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Preschool Storytime
Join Mr. Alec and Mr. Turtle while we read stories, sing songs, and play! For ages 3-5, their siblings, and caregivers.
Category: Misc. School / Education. Contact Name: Alec Smith, Children's Librarian. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: smitha@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. "The Librarians" Film Screening and Discussion
Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights.
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Kim A. Snyder’s illuminating documentary offers a rattling look at coordinated efforts to ban books. The documentary introduces viewers to the everyday and increasingly vital heroes pushing back: the librarians who sound the alarm to both legislative and grassroots attempts to pull books from school and public libraries. This film is presented in partnership with Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS. Join us after the film screening for a discussion featuring the following panelists: Kate Cummings, MLIS, MBA (1st VP/President-Elect of the Pennsylvania Library Association), Billie Walker (Head Librarian, Penn State Great Valley), and Dr. Cathi Fuhrman (Retired School Librarian, Co-Chair Intellectual Freedom Task Group/Read for Liberty PA, Pennsylvania School Librarians Association). This event is free and open to the public, however, pre-registration is required.
Category: School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Becky Stanko. Contact Phone: 610-648-3236. Contact Email: rus1078@psu.edu. Cost: 0.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Conference Center at Penn State Great Valley
30 E. Swedesford Road
Malvern, PA 19355.
For more info visit greatvalley.psu.edu. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Opening reception for Daniel Robert Horne’s “What Does It Mean To Be An American?”
Celebrate our newest exhibition during the opening reception for Daniel Robert Horne’s What Does It Mean To Be An American? All are welcome to meet the artist, check out the portraits, and enjoy live music by James Melton.
About the exhibition:
The exhibition What Does It Mean to Be An American? brings together Daniel Robert Horne’s portraits of explorers, thinkers, activists, and everyday people, reminding us that the American identity is not defined by a single figure or moment, but by a diverse mosaic of stories. From frontier pioneers and revolutionary leaders to abolitionists, cultural trailblazers, and modern citizens, each portrait reflects a different facet of the nation’s evolving character. Together, these works invite viewers to consider how courage, resilience, creativity, and hope shape the ongoing story of America, and how individuals from every walk of life contribute to its meaning.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Sarah Lacy. Contact Phone: 6096263805. Contact Email: sarah.lacy@stockton.edu. Cost: Free.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Noyes Galleries in Stockton University Kramer Hall in Hammonton, 30 Front Street, Hammonton NJ.
For more info visit noyesmuseum.org. Three Week Panel Mosaic Workshop
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens presents a three-week panel mosaic workshop, where participants will be led by PMG’s Preservation Team in creating their own 24” x 16” mosaic panel using the Zagar Method of mosaicking. Discover this freeing and versatile art form with staff who have trained with PMG creator Isaiah Zagar and are responsible for maintaining the mosaics at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Participants should plan to take their mosaic home with them on the last day of class on February 12. Framing is available for a discounted rate at New Image Art & Framing, 601 S. 9th Street. Participants must be at least 18 years old to participate in this workshop. All supplies are included.
Week 1 (January 29): Create a “blob” with colorful grout and glaze tiles to use in your mosaic
Week 2 (February 5): Learn to break tile and cut mirror, plan your design, and place tiles
Week 3 (February 12): Grout your mosaic and take your masterpiece home.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Phone: 2157330390. Contact Email: info@phillymagicgardens.org. Cost: $175 to $210.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Magic Gardens Studio (1002 Watkins Street).
For more info visit www.phillymagicgardens.org. East Passyunk After Hours Presents: Sug Daniels, Blush, Conor O'Neill
East Passyunk After Hours is here!
East Passyunk comes alive at night! We’re taking over a business storefront at EPA & Mifflin and throwing a DIY show on Thursday, January 29th! Groove with us and explore your neighborhood while supporting late-night business and a vibrant East Passyunk at all hours.
Lineup:
@sugdaniels_
@blush.philly
@coneillmusic
VENUE: Capri Dessecker REMAX, 1842 East Passyunk Ave
ARTWORK: @mydogspider
DOORS 7PM
SHOW 7:30PM
END BY 10PM
$15 ADV
$20 DAY-OF
NOTAFLOF (no one turned away for lack of funds)
ALL AGES
ARTIST BIOS
Sug Daniels
Sug Daniels is a Delaware born, Philadelphia based, ukulele player, singer-songwriter, story teller, and producer and coach who is using the tools around her to capture the emotions of an era. Daniels’ work is as colorful, vulnerable, and charismatic as her personality. She thoughtfully combines elements of folk, rock, and soul alternatives to create personal and tender music interlaced with messages of truth and positive c…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Sarah. Contact Phone: (215) 336-1455. Contact Email: sarah@kscopephilly.com. Cost: 15.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capri Dessecker Remax
1842 East Passyunk Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19148.
For more info visit www.visiteastpassyunk.com. Ruckus with Davóne Tines: What is Your Hand in This?
Intrepid early music ensemble Ruckus and boundary-pushing singer Davóne Tines deliver the bite of America’s earliest revolutionary music, time-traveling through four centuries of reimagined songs, hymns and dance tunes. “The world’s only period instrument rock band,” (San Francisco Chronicle) Ruckus is known for its visceral approach, fusing a Baroque band’s questing, creative spirit with the grit, groove and jangle of American roots music. A Penn Live Arts debut with bass-baritone Tines, a "singer of immense power and fervor," (Los Angeles Times) this concert ponders the fragile American experiment, asking how we stand up against wrongdoing while still coming together as a country.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, 19 South 38th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Trivia Night
Trivia Night.
At Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Rd, Washington Crossing, PA 18977
Thursday, January 29, 7 pm.
It’s time to sweat the small stuff! Come to Crossing Vineyards and relax with a glass of wine while showing off your mastery of minutia.
No rocket science or brain surgery allowed. And no cover charge. The top scoring team wins a prize; so, bring your friends.
Award-winning wines and light bites available for purchase. Reservations suggested.
See website for details and reservations: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: No cover charge.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From traditional realism, super-realism, photorealism, and hyperrealism, these artists tell it how it is.
HOURS
By Appointment - Call 215-235-3405 or email programming@inliquid.org to schedule your visit!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Sam Davis. Contact Phone: 215-235-3405. Contact Email: sam@inliquid.org.
Friday, January 30, 2026 – Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Park Towne Place
2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130.
For more info visit www.inliquid.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Storytime + Design
Warm-up to the concept of design and it's many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey.
The age range of books will vary, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: No registration required. Free to attend. Pay what you wish ($0-$10 per youth designer).
Friday, January 30, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Fiber Arts Skill Share
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, sewing, or embroidery? Meet up with other crafters at Oak Lane Library every Friday for skill-sharing, conversation, and snacks. Sewing machines are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and a limited supply of sewing, crocheting, and knitting supplies will be provided. This is not a formal class, although some basic machine instruction may be provided. Attendees under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is made possible through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Miriam Spector Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Catherine Collins, Library Branch Manager. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: collinsc@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Friday, January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Live Music at Hook & Ladder
𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙠𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚!
Sip on delicious cocktails, savor mouthwatering meals, and enjoy live music from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM every Friday and Saturday at Hook & Ladder!
See the January Lineup attached.
If inclement weather or cooler temperatures, live music will be moved indoors.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram (@hookandladderconshy) to stay updated on changes, cancellations, and newly added performances!
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
46 Fayette St, Conshohocken, PA 19428.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sip and Sew - Tote bags By LEDC / Utility Works
Overview
with Rashida Osbourne
🧵🍷 Sip & Sew: Make Your Own Tote Bag
📅 January 30th | 🕓 6pm - 8pm
📍 Utility Works MakerSpace
Grab a drink, take a seat, and stitch something stylish! Sip & Sew is a laid-back sewing workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own custom tote bag.
This beginner-friendly class will cover sewing basics like cutting fabric, stitching seams, and adding handles, all in a relaxed, social setting. Enjoy a beverage as you sew, chat, and create alongside fellow makers.
Bring your own sewing machine or message madi@lansdownesfuture.org for to request one provided for you.
✨ What to Expect:
Step-by-step instruction—no sewing experience required
All materials provided (or bring your own fabric if you’d like!)
A fun, low-pressure environment to learn and connect
Take home a finished tote bag you’ll actually use
About the Artist:
Fashions by Shida is a Lansdowne-based fashion brand, proudly operating out of Utility Works Lansdowne.
Rashida Osbourn…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Madi Eads. Contact Phone: 2676558459. Contact Email: madi@lansdownesfuture.org. Cost: 50.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Utility Works
32 East Baltimore Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Glen Tickle Tries to be a Person - Comedy - Artful Impact
A sharp, self-aware standup set where comedy meets the chaos of being human.
Artful Impact: Benefiting Chester County Futures
When comedian Glen Tickle made a list of ways to try to be better at comedy, he realized the list was a combination of personality flaws, bad habits, and neurodiversity. If Glen is going to become a better comedian, he’ll have to first become a better person. Which seems hard, actually. That list and the ways he has tried to address it have shaped his current hour of standup in a way he wasn’t expecting, but here we are.
Artful Impact at Uptown
Uptown is proud to host another Artful Impact event, bringing together the magic of live performance and the power of giving back. Each Artful Impact ticket not only includes admission to the show but also supports a nonprofit making a difference right here in our community.
This time, Artful Impact benefits Chester County Futures, a nonprofit dedicated to providing academic support, mentoring, and scholarships for economically disadvantaged y…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Kathy Boyle. Contact Phone: 61035602787. Contact Email: info@uptownwestchester.org. Cost: Premium - $50 Standard - $40 (includes all fees).
Friday, January 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
226 N. High Street
West Chester, PA. 19380.
For more info visit uptownwestchester.org. Skate for a Cure in Memory of Jodie Milkman
Join the Sandy Rollman Foundation at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink on January 31 for a meaningful start to the new year. Skate in memory of Jodie Milkman while supporting ovarian cancer awareness. Admission is $5 and includes skate rental and complimentary parking.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Fundraisers. Cost: $5.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd,
Philadelphia, 19106.
For more info visit www.sandyovarian.org. Youth Civic Leadership Conference
Open to students ages 13–18 interested in activism, social justice, leadership, law, politics, or community change. No experience needed.
Join us for a youth-centered, interactive conference designed to help students understand how government works, build real advocacy skills, and gain confidence as leaders in their schools and communities.
Spend the day exploring workshops, games, creative projects, leadership activities, and real-talk sessions, all while earning your Civic Leadership Certificate.
Free to attend. Light breakfast and lunch provided.
Your voice. Your power. Your future.
Next Generation Advocates: Youth Civic Leadership Conference
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Cristo Rey High School.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. School / Education. Contact Email: social-action@phillyalumnae-dst.org. Cost: Free.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Cristo Rey High School
1717 W Allegheny Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19132.
For more info visit phillyalumnae-dst.org. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Founders Philly Freeze Out
Manayunk has teamed up with Founders Brewing to turn Main Street into a winter wonderland. Bundle up and come to Main Street to catch live ice carving demonstrations, incredible ice sculptures, Founders taskings and beer specials in restaurants and bars, a Winter Market, line dancing, a snowy igloo, the Manayunk Chowder Crawl, a moon bounce, and more! This is a family-friendly event, so bring the whole gang.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Carla Ferro. Contact Phone: 267-270-3079. Contact Email: cferro@manayunk.org. Cost: Free.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Main Street, Manayunk.
For more info visit manayunk.com. The First Time Homebuyer Workshop
Jump into the world of homeownership with our First Time Homebuyer Workshop! This in-person event is perfect if you're ready to learn the ropes and make your dream home a reality. We'll cover all the basics, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about taking that big step. Don't miss out on this friendly, info-packed session designed just for you!
Category: School / Education. Contact Name: Ama Addo. Contact Phone: 267-836-7246. Contact Email: fortyacresfreetour@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Two Locals Brewing
3675 Market Street
#Suite 100 Philadelphia, PA 19104.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Dry Vibes: Philly’s Largest Wellness & Non-Alc Event
Dry Vibes, Philly’s largest alcohol-free social and wellness event, returns on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at Billy Penn Studios in Philadelphia. Hosted by Gem Life + Bar, this elevated, alcohol-free experience brings together creators, founders, wellness practitioners, and conscious consumers for a full-body wellness celebration featuring a signature open zero-proof bar, tastings from dozens of non-alcoholic and better-for-you brands, a curated wellness marketplace, live entertainment, DJ sets, and interactive experiences. Special guests include Brandon Novak (mental health and recovery advocate), Arlan Hamilton (founder of Backstage Capital), and Laura Taylor (founder of Mingle Mocktails), with additional celebrity appearances to be announced. Tickets are available via Eventbrite with Early Bird pricing through December 15, and vendor/sponsorship opportunities can be found at gemlifecollective.com.
Contact Email: skylar@arahagency.com. Cost: 60.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
1516 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit gemlifecollective.com. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Oil painting classes with artist Amanda Auble
Date/time: Saturday, January 3, 10, 24, 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Studio 4, Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University
Link: https://amandaauble.com/painting-workshops
Learn the basics of oil painting and portraiture from artist Amanda Auble in these classes held within the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University.
In her Alla Prima Portrait Painting classes, you'll learn to capture a live model in a single session using traditional oil techniques. Perfect for artists of all levels, these hands-on workshops will sharpen your observation skills and bring energy to your brushwork. Are you ready to paint in the moment? Seats are available for multiple classes.
Take advantage of her multi-class discount and commit to your painting practice. This offer allows you to sign up for all the portrait classes this winter at a reduced price.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Sarah Lacy. Contact Phone: 6096263805. Contact Email: sarah.lacy@stockton.edu. Cost: $120.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Studio 4, Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University
2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City NJ 08401.
For more info visit amandaauble.com. Pea Soup Dinner
Feeling a chill already this winter? The perfect way to warm up is with a hot bowl of Swedish pea soup at the American Swedish Historical Museum! ASHM continues our tradition of the annual Pea Soup Dinner hosted by The Pea Soup Committee on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
Ärtsoppa, or Swedish yellow pea soup, is the traditional Thursday night supper in Sweden during the winter that dates back to the medieval period. In more modern times, pea soup is served regularly during the winter in restaurants and homes and is a common Thursday school lunch in Sweden, often accompanied by pancakes. ASHM’s Pea Soup Dinner is served with sharp Swedish cheese, mustard, and bread, with Swedish pancakes and coffee for dessert. There will also be a cash bar. Gather with friends and family to enjoy time together at the Museum. Don’t miss out on this delightful meal!
Tickets are $30 for museum members and $35 for non-members. Reservations are necessary as seating is limited. Registration ends January 26, 2026.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: Ellie Goreman. Contact Phone: (215) 389-1776. Contact Email: egorman@americanswedish.org. Cost: $30 for members & $35 for nonmembers.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
American Swedish Historical Museum,
1900 Pattison ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145.
For more info visit www.americanswedish.org. The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Philadelphia, PA!
At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Each admission includes our fantastic dinner, mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more!
Happens on the following Dates:
Jan 17, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jan 24, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jan 31, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada).
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Ian B. Contact Phone: 866.496.0535. Contact Email: phl.info@thedinnerdetective.com. Cost: $79.00.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
237 S Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107.
Variety Pack
After its debut in 2025, VARIETY PACK is back and leveling up. Philadelphia’s festival dedicated to the chaotic, theatrical, unclassifiable corners of alt-comedy returns January 22 – 31, 2026 with two weekends of shows, twenty acts, and even more gloriously unhinged performances.
What started as a one-time experiment has now officially become its own producing entity: Variety Pack, an independent festival committed to giving Philly’s strangest comedic minds a home…
Held at the Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake, Variety Pack brings audiences everything from family-friendly improvised musicals to theatrical send-ups of pop culture, late-night cartoons, bold solo shows, and The Futuremores “‘fake’ awards show for real shows that haven’t happened yet”.. It’s the kind of festival you explain to your friends by saying, “I can’t even explain it. I hope it comes back so you can see it.”.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: (215) 568-8079. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $12.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Louis Bluver Theatre at The Drake
302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.tickettailor.com. Ragamala Dance Company: Sacred Earth
Ragamala Dance Company: Sacred Earth
Ramee Ramaswamy and Aparna Ramaswamy, Artistic Co-Directors
Saturday, January 31, 2026
7:30 PM | Pfleeger Concert Hall
*Join us for a pre-show talk & post-show Q&A
Performed with live music, Ragamala’s stunning Bharatanatyam dancers create a sacred space to honor the divinity in the natural world and the sustenance we derive from it. Inspired by the ephemeral arts of kolam rice flour ritual, indigenous Warli painting, and the Tamil Sangam literature of India, Sacred Earth is co-Artistic Directors Ranee and Aparna Ramaswamy’s singular vision of the beautiful, fragile relationship between nature and man.
General Admission $35 / Eligible Discounts $25 / 18 and under $10
TICKETS: go.rowan.edu/ragamala.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Debbie Shapiro. Contact Email: shapirod@rowan.edu. Cost: 35.
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Pfleeger Concert Hall, Glassboro, NJ.
For more info visit go.rowan.edu. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Heated Rivalry Season Rewatch at Marsha’s
Can’t get enough of Ilya and Shane? Come to Marsha’s for a full-season Heated Rivalry rewatch on Sunday, February 1, from 1–7 p.m. Grab a drink, get comfy, and watch it all with fellow fans.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Cost: N/A - $0.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
430 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147.
For more info visit www.marshassouthstreet.com. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
College Portfolio Prep: High School Creative Portfolio Development
An in-person portfolio prep series for high school students (ages ~15+) preparing to apply to art, fashion, and design colleges and universities. Over six weekly classes, students will develop unique portfolios with guidance from creative professionals, focusing on observational drawing, material exploration, and building a cohesive body of work for admissions.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Contact Name: Emily Henry. Contact Phone: 8556233745. Contact Email: info@made-institute.com. Cost: 690.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
4719 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143.
For more info visit made-institute.com. Drunk Black History
The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show has finally made it to "the city of brotherly love"!
Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians, writers, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved.
The upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Marquise Richards (Keepin' It a Bean), Monique Bonney (Well Crafted), Eric Cole (Hung Up Podcast), and more!
Sunday, February 1st
Punch Line Philly
33 E Laurel St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Doors open at 6pm
Show at 7pm
Advance tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/ycyas9d9
★★★★ “One of our favorite comedy shows out there” —TimeOut NY
★★★★ “Drink some cocktails while you get an education... at this popular show!” —The Infatuation
★★★★ “Keeping our food and drinks down was hard because of all the laughing...” —1202 Mag…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Contact Name: Brandon Collins. Contact Phone: 3472817206. Contact Email: Drunkblackhistorynyc@gmail.com. Cost: $25.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Punch Line Philly
33 E Laurel St, Philadelphia, PA 19123.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Drunk Black History
The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show has finally made it to "the city of brotherly love"!
Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians, writers, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved.
The upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Marquise Richards (Keepin' It a Bean), Monique Bonney (Well Crafted), Eric Cole (Hung Up Podcast), and more!
Sunday, February 1st
Punch Line Philly
33 E Laurel St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Doors open at 6pm
Show at 7pm
Advance tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/ycyas9d9
★★★★ “One of our favorite comedy shows out there” —TimeOut NY
★★★★ “Drink some cocktails while you get an education... at this popular show!” —The Infatuation
★★★★ “Keeping our food and drinks down was hard because of all the laughing...” —1202 Ma…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Contact Name: Brandon Collins. Contact Phone: 3472817206. Contact Email: Drunkblackhistorynyc@gmail.com. Cost: $25.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Punch Line Philly
33 E Laurel St, Philadelphia, PA 19123.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Loudon Wainwright III & Chris Smither: WXPN Welcomes
They first met in the late 1960s amidst the folk revival, and since then, Loudon Wainwright III and Chris Smither have each made an indelible mark on the contemporary singer-songwriter scene. With influences from folk, country, jazz and rock, Wainwright’s music is rich, candid and witty, as he “wrings more human truth out of his contradiction than any other songwriter of his generation.” Smither’s folk and blues sound is layered over the ever-present backbeat of his tapping feet, taking “the blues in a direction entirely his own: stoic existential ruminations sung in a pained, weathered moan and set to quietly virtuosic guitar.” Don’t miss this Penn Live Arts debut of two music icons. (The New York Times).
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. The Net Will Appear
Bernard just wants to sit on his roof to enjoy a drink and some peace and quiet. When his spunky 9-year-old neighbor, Rory, discovers him out there, peace and quiet are the last things on her mind. As their unexpected friendship unfolds, these two eccentric souls—one young and full of wonder, the other older and longing for solitude—learn from each other in ways they never expected. Filled with humor, heart, and moments of deep connection, this touching story reminds us that friendships can blossom in the most unlikely places!
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 2157850100.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 – Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Bristol Riverside Theatre
120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol PA 19007.
For more info visit brtstage.org. On the Land, In the Sea
An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Sam Davis. Contact Phone: 2152353405. Contact Email: sam@inliquid.org. Cost: 0.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Courtyard by Marriot Philidelphia South at The Navy Yard.
1001 Intrepid Ave, Philidelphia, PA 19112.
For more info visit www.inliquid.org. Sojourner
Zuhairah McGill portrays Sojourner Truth, sharing the stories and experiences of the abolitionist, women's rights activist, and author. The play explores Truth's life, including her enslavement in the North, her dramatic escape, and her fight against slavery. It also delves into her interactions with historical figures like Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.
A wonderful family show!
No age restriction.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $25.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 – Saturday, February 14, 2026.
815 S 48th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143.
For more info visit www.curiotheatre.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Preschool Storytime
Join Mr. Alec and Mr. Turtle while we read stories, sing songs, and play! For ages 3-5, their siblings, and caregivers.
Category: Misc. School / Education. Contact Name: Alec Smith, Children's Librarian. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: smitha@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Devan Shimoyama: SHIFT
Glassboro, NJ (January 6, 2026) — Philadelphia native artist Devan Shimoyama will present new work in his regional debut, SHIFT at Rowan University Art Gallery & Museum. This solo exhibition runs January 26 to March 21. Opening reception Wednesday February 4th 2026 at 5-7pm.
Devan Shimoyama is a visual artist who works primarily in painting and self-portraiture, with works inspired as much by classical mythology as by the culture of his youth. Through his depictions of the queer Black male form, Shimoyama investigates the politics of queer culture while navigating his own personal narratives. Referencing the dramatic sensibilities of painters such as Caravaggio and Goya, he layers his surfaces with jewels, black glitter, rhinestones, and sequins to evoke both the beauty and alienation of the Black queer body.
A Central High School alum, who grew up in Northeast Philadelphia and Germantown, Shimoyama graduated from Penn State University in 2011 with a BFA in Drawing/Painting. He received his MFA from Yale Un…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Rowan University Art Gallery & Museum. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rowan University Art Gallery & Museum
301 High Street West
Glassboro NJ 08028.
For more info visit sites.rowan.edu. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Blind Summit Theatre: The Sex Lives of Puppets
A “hilarious” hit at Edinburgh Festival Fringe (The Guardian), The Sex Lives of Puppets makes its Philadelphia premiere with a cheeky, honest and slightly shocking dive under the sheets. Inspired by real-life responses from the UK’s National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, Blind Summit Theatre’s impish cast of puppeteers and their delightfully frank senior citizen puppets explore the tangled world of sex, intimacy and modern human desire. “Mark Down and Ben Keaton's taut script couples ribaldry with moments of tenderness,” (The New York Times) delivering “a refreshingly positive message about shedding inhibitions and finding joy.” (The Stage)
Content Advisory:
This is one puppet show you definitely can’t bring the kids to – The Sex Lives of Puppets contains strong language with depictions of sexual activity and is recommended for audiences over age 18.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Complications in Sue - Opera Philadelphia
Complications in Sue
World Premiere
Libretto by Michael R. Jackson based on an idea by Justin Vivian Bond
Music by Andy Akiho, Alistair Coleman, Nathalie Joachim, Missy Mazzoli, Nico Muhly, Rene Orth, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Kamala Sankaram, Dan Schlosberg, and Errollyn Wallen
Performed in English with English supertitles
One librettist, one actor, four singers, and ten composers join forces to make opera in a brand-new way. In his first opera libretto, Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning playwright Michael R. Jackson (A Strange Loop) traces the life of a woman named Sue whose personality is split in two. Sue’s life, from the mundane to the extraordinary, unfolds before us, with each decade scored by a different musical luminary. Opera Philadelphia favorites Missy Mazzoli (Breaking the Waves, The Listeners), Rene Orth (10 Days in a Madhouse), and Nico Muhly (Dark Sisters) return alongside a panoply of company debuts from notable composers, like GRAMMY® nominee Nathalie Joachim. The production stars MacArt…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Opera Philadelphia. Contact Phone: (215) 732-8400. Contact Email: tix@operaphila.org. Cost: Starting at $11.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM.
Academy of Music.
For more info visit www.operaphila.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Philly Bites And Flights
Philly Bites And Flights.
At Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977.
Thursday, February 5, 7 pm.
Celebrate the best of the region as we pair the classic flavors of the City of Brotherly Love with Crossing’s award-winning wines.
Snack on signature Philly foods such as soft pretzels, tomato pie, and, of course, cheesesteaks, all while sipping your way through a flight of wine. It’s the best match-up since Rocky and Adrian.
Cost: $60 per person.
See website for details and reservations: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: $60.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road
Washington Crossing, PA 18977.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Three Week Panel Mosaic Workshop
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens presents a three-week panel mosaic workshop, where participants will be led by PMG’s Preservation Team in creating their own 24” x 16” mosaic panel using the Zagar Method of mosaicking. Discover this freeing and versatile art form with staff who have trained with PMG creator Isaiah Zagar and are responsible for maintaining the mosaics at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Participants should plan to take their mosaic home with them on the last day of class on February 12. Framing is available for a discounted rate at New Image Art & Framing, 601 S. 9th Street. Participants must be at least 18 years old to participate in this workshop. All supplies are included.
Week 1 (January 29): Create a “blob” with colorful grout and glaze tiles to use in your mosaic
Week 2 (February 5): Learn to break tile and cut mirror, plan your design, and place tiles
Week 3 (February 12): Grout your mosaic and take your masterpiece home.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Phone: 2157330390. Contact Email: info@phillymagicgardens.org. Cost: $175 to $210.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Magic Gardens Studio (1002 Watkins Street).
For more info visit www.phillymagicgardens.org. What is Greatness?
In his recently published book, Zev Eleff explores the phenomenon of greatness and what Americans really mean when they talk about greatness. Eleff’s book reveals truths about the shifts in public opinion and teases out the cultural and ideological factors that shape a person’s thoughts on the topic. For example, an argument for Abraham Lincoln or Franklin D. Roosevelt over George Washington as America's greatest statesman says as much about the speaker as it does about the legacies of former US presidents. Individual Americans value different traits for various reasons. In another case, the poet, Emily Dickinson, received little public recognition during her lifetime. Now she is viewed as a genius. What Americans value in an individual and who we think should be honored has changed over time.
Zev Eleff is president and professor of American Jewish history at Gratz College. He is the author or editor of fifteenth books, the most recent of which is The Greatest of All Time: A History of an American Obsession…
Category: School / Education. Reunions. Contact Name: Hal Tarr. Contact Phone: 215-686-5396. Contact Email: haltarr@hotmail.com. Cost: Free.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
First Floor, Room 131, Parkway Central branch, Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine St. Philadelphia, PA.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Blind Summit Theatre: The Sex Lives of Puppets
A “hilarious” hit at Edinburgh Festival Fringe (The Guardian), The Sex Lives of Puppets makes its Philadelphia premiere with a cheeky, honest and slightly shocking dive under the sheets. Inspired by real-life responses from the UK’s National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, Blind Summit Theatre’s impish cast of puppeteers and their delightfully frank senior citizen puppets explore the tangled world of sex, intimacy and modern human desire. “Mark Down and Ben Keaton's taut script couples ribaldry with moments of tenderness,” (The New York Times) delivering “a refreshingly positive message about shedding inhibitions and finding joy.” (The Stage)
Content Advisory:
This is one puppet show you definitely can’t bring the kids to – The Sex Lives of Puppets contains strong language with depictions of sexual activity and is recommended for audiences over age 18.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Complications in Sue - Opera Philadelphia
Complications in Sue
World Premiere
Libretto by Michael R. Jackson based on an idea by Justin Vivian Bond
Music by Andy Akiho, Alistair Coleman, Nathalie Joachim, Missy Mazzoli, Nico Muhly, Rene Orth, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Kamala Sankaram, Dan Schlosberg, and Errollyn Wallen
Performed in English with English supertitles
One librettist, one actor, four singers, and ten composers join forces to make opera in a brand-new way. In his first opera libretto, Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning playwright Michael R. Jackson (A Strange Loop) traces the life of a woman named Sue whose personality is split in two. Sue’s life, from the mundane to the extraordinary, unfolds before us, with each decade scored by a different musical luminary. Opera Philadelphia favorites Missy Mazzoli (Breaking the Waves, The Listeners), Rene Orth (10 Days in a Madhouse), and Nico Muhly (Dark Sisters) return alongside a panoply of company debuts from notable composers, like GRAMMY® nominee Nathalie Joachim. The production stars MacArt…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Opera Philadelphia. Contact Phone: (215) 732-8400. Contact Email: tix@operaphila.org. Cost: Starting at $11.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM.
Academy of Music.
For more info visit www.operaphila.org. Living Colors
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Sam Davis. Contact Phone: 215-235-3405. Contact Email: sam@inliquid.org.
Friday, February 6, 2026 – Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Wanamaker House
2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
For more info visit www.inliquid.org. Plantation Black
Two centuries after a murky agreement binds a Civil War era plantation family to the enslaved people working the land, the white and Black Prioleau descendants must finally determine who is the rightful heir.
A cast of six actors play both the Civil War and present-day characters, and each night the play begins at a different point in the timeline when a cast member spins a drum bearing the names of all the scenes in the play.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Grayce Carson. Contact Phone: 6106082397. Contact Email: graycecarson214@gmail.com. Cost: $40.
Friday, February 6, 2026 – Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Theatre at The Drake, 302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102.
For more info visit www.interacttheatre.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Storytime + Design
Warm-up to the concept of design and it's many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey.
The age range of books will vary, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: No registration required. Free to attend. Pay what you wish ($0-$10 per youth designer).
Friday, February 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Fiber Arts Skill Share
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, sewing, or embroidery? Meet up with other crafters at Oak Lane Library every Friday for skill-sharing, conversation, and snacks. Sewing machines are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and a limited supply of sewing, crocheting, and knitting supplies will be provided. This is not a formal class, although some basic machine instruction may be provided. Attendees under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is made possible through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Miriam Spector Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Catherine Collins, Library Branch Manager. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: collinsc@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Blind Summit Theatre: The Sex Lives of Puppets
A “hilarious” hit at Edinburgh Festival Fringe (The Guardian), The Sex Lives of Puppets makes its Philadelphia premiere with a cheeky, honest and slightly shocking dive under the sheets. Inspired by real-life responses from the UK’s National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, Blind Summit Theatre’s impish cast of puppeteers and their delightfully frank senior citizen puppets explore the tangled world of sex, intimacy and modern human desire. “Mark Down and Ben Keaton's taut script couples ribaldry with moments of tenderness,” (The New York Times) delivering “a refreshingly positive message about shedding inhibitions and finding joy.” (The Stage)
Content Advisory:
This is one puppet show you definitely can’t bring the kids to – The Sex Lives of Puppets contains strong language with depictions of sexual activity and is recommended for audiences over age 18.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Friday, February 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Complications in Sue - Opera Philadelphia
Complications in Sue
World Premiere
Libretto by Michael R. Jackson based on an idea by Justin Vivian Bond
Music by Andy Akiho, Alistair Coleman, Nathalie Joachim, Missy Mazzoli, Nico Muhly, Rene Orth, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Kamala Sankaram, Dan Schlosberg, and Errollyn Wallen
Performed in English with English supertitles
One librettist, one actor, four singers, and ten composers join forces to make opera in a brand-new way. In his first opera libretto, Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning playwright Michael R. Jackson (A Strange Loop) traces the life of a woman named Sue whose personality is split in two. Sue’s life, from the mundane to the extraordinary, unfolds before us, with each decade scored by a different musical luminary. Opera Philadelphia favorites Missy Mazzoli (Breaking the Waves, The Listeners), Rene Orth (10 Days in a Madhouse), and Nico Muhly (Dark Sisters) return alongside a panoply of company debuts from notable composers, like GRAMMY® nominee Nathalie Joachim. The production stars MacArt…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Opera Philadelphia. Contact Phone: (215) 732-8400. Contact Email: tix@operaphila.org. Cost: Starting at $11.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM.
Academy of Music.
For more info visit www.operaphila.org. Blind Summit Theatre: The Sex Lives of Puppets
A “hilarious” hit at Edinburgh Festival Fringe (The Guardian), The Sex Lives of Puppets makes its Philadelphia premiere with a cheeky, honest and slightly shocking dive under the sheets. Inspired by real-life responses from the UK’s National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, Blind Summit Theatre’s impish cast of puppeteers and their delightfully frank senior citizen puppets explore the tangled world of sex, intimacy and modern human desire. “Mark Down and Ben Keaton's taut script couples ribaldry with moments of tenderness,” (The New York Times) delivering “a refreshingly positive message about shedding inhibitions and finding joy.” (The Stage)
Content Advisory:
This is one puppet show you definitely can’t bring the kids to – The Sex Lives of Puppets contains strong language with depictions of sexual activity and is recommended for audiences over age 18.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Tyshawn Sorey: Members, Don't Git Weary
Tyshawn Sorey, MacArthur Fellow, Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and professor of music at Penn, pays tribute to jazz pioneer Max Roach and his 1968 album, Members, Don't Git Weary, a recording with context embedded in one of the most pivotal cultural periods of the 20th century. For this Philadelphia premiere, Sorey’s new arrangements wink at the originals, but also capture the current moment in our cyclical history. Sorey, on drums, will be joined by Adam O'Farrill (trumpet), Mark Shim (tenor saxophone), Lex Korten (piano) and Tyrone Allen (bass) for this heartfelt snapshot of Roach’s music.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean
Join us for a spectacular performance by the Philadelphia Children's Theater!
Baby Whale journeys through the ocean to reunite with Mommy Whale, who has become tangled in a ghost net in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. With help from his community of aquatic pals & new human friends, Baby Whale helps make the ocean more safe (and more fun) for all.
Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean educates and inspires children and their grown-ups to learn about the ocean and all of the wonderful creatures who live there. Through the powers of community and problem-solving, participants work together to have a positive impact on the environment. Our underwater tale ignites the imagination through playful interaction and creative theatrical storytelling.
Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean features colorful puppets and playful interactions. This show is best suited for elementary school students and their caregivers. All are welcome! Educational and adventurous in nature, this play builds participants' care for aquatic creat…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Email: Facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $17.85.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
1950 Spring Mill Rd, Gladwyne PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Devereux Family Resilience Conference: “Stronger Together"
Join us for our inaugural national Devereux Family Resilience Conference: Stronger Together – The Power of Resilience for Families, Caregivers and Care Teams on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026.
During this free, virtual event, you will discover practical strategies for building resilience in everyday life. Through inspiring keynote presentations, interactive wellness activities and meaningful lived-experience panel discussions, you will gain tools to combat compassion fatigue, foster optimism and strengthen your support network.
Category: Conferences. Contact Name: Devereux. Contact Email: ResilienceConference@devereux.org.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Virtual event via Zoom.
For more info visit events.zoom.us. Clay for Kids
Kids Intro to Ceramics: Pinch Pots
February 7th | 🕓12pm - 1pm Utility Works | 32 E Baltimore Ave, Lansdowne, PA
Join us at Utility Works Creative Community, and get hands-on with clay in this fun, kid-focused introduction to ceramics! In this single-session class, young artists will learn the basics of handbuilding with clay using a simple and classic technique called pinch pots.
Pinch pots are an easy, approachable way to explore clay. Kids will start by shaping a basic form and, as their confidence grows, can choose to turn it into something more imaginative, like a bowl, cup, animal, or small sculpture.
No prior experience needed. The class is open to kids ages 6+. Parents for kids 6-13 are asked to stay; parents are welcome to play along, though will not be given individual guidance.
This class encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and hands-on exploration in a supportive and playful environment.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Contact Name: Madi Eads. Contact Phone: 2676558459. Contact Email: madi@lansdownesfuture.org. Cost: 45.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Utility Works
32 East Baltimore Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Main Line Singers concert
Please join the Main Line Singers for our February 7th concert, at 1:30. Refreshments will be after the concert!
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Barbara Sharf. Contact Phone: 7277091212. Contact Email: barbs1313@gmail.com. Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door, children 12 and under free.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Paoli Presbyterian Church
225 S Valley Rd
Paoli.
Blind Summit Theatre: The Sex Lives of Puppets
A “hilarious” hit at Edinburgh Festival Fringe (The Guardian), The Sex Lives of Puppets makes its Philadelphia premiere with a cheeky, honest and slightly shocking dive under the sheets. Inspired by real-life responses from the UK’s National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, Blind Summit Theatre’s impish cast of puppeteers and their delightfully frank senior citizen puppets explore the tangled world of sex, intimacy and modern human desire. “Mark Down and Ben Keaton's taut script couples ribaldry with moments of tenderness,” (The New York Times) delivering “a refreshingly positive message about shedding inhibitions and finding joy.” (The Stage)
Content Advisory:
This is one puppet show you definitely can’t bring the kids to – The Sex Lives of Puppets contains strong language with depictions of sexual activity and is recommended for audiences over age 18.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. BKFC KnuckleMania VI Fight Night
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship is hosting KnuckleMania VI, delivering one of the most stacked fight cards of the year.
Headlining the night, BKFC heavyweight champion Ben Rothwell defends his title against former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski, while the co-main event sees light heavyweight champion Lorenzo Hunt face Yoel Romero in a non-title matchup. The card also features returning rivals, rising contenders, a women’s lightweight rematch, Philadelphia-based fighters, and competitors selected through BKFC’s Golden Ticket tryouts.
Don’t miss BKFC’s biggest night of the year in Philadelphia! Tickets are available at BKFC.com.
Category: Sports and Recreation. Misc. Cost: $55 - $250.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Xfinity Mobile Arena, 3601 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148.
For more info visit www.bkfc.com. Blind Summit Theatre: The Sex Lives of Puppets
A “hilarious” hit at Edinburgh Festival Fringe (The Guardian), The Sex Lives of Puppets makes its Philadelphia premiere with a cheeky, honest and slightly shocking dive under the sheets. Inspired by real-life responses from the UK’s National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, Blind Summit Theatre’s impish cast of puppeteers and their delightfully frank senior citizen puppets explore the tangled world of sex, intimacy and modern human desire. “Mark Down and Ben Keaton's taut script couples ribaldry with moments of tenderness,” (The New York Times) delivering “a refreshingly positive message about shedding inhibitions and finding joy.” (The Stage)
Content Advisory:
This is one puppet show you definitely can’t bring the kids to – The Sex Lives of Puppets contains strong language with depictions of sexual activity and is recommended for audiences over age 18.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
College Portfolio Prep: High School Creative Portfolio Development
An in-person portfolio prep series for high school students (ages ~15+) preparing to apply to art, fashion, and design colleges and universities. Over six weekly classes, students will develop unique portfolios with guidance from creative professionals, focusing on observational drawing, material exploration, and building a cohesive body of work for admissions.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Contact Name: Emily Henry. Contact Phone: 8556233745. Contact Email: info@made-institute.com. Cost: 690.
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
4719 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143.
For more info visit made-institute.com. Complications in Sue - Opera Philadelphia
Complications in Sue
World Premiere
Libretto by Michael R. Jackson based on an idea by Justin Vivian Bond
Music by Andy Akiho, Alistair Coleman, Nathalie Joachim, Missy Mazzoli, Nico Muhly, Rene Orth, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Kamala Sankaram, Dan Schlosberg, and Errollyn Wallen
Performed in English with English supertitles
One librettist, one actor, four singers, and ten composers join forces to make opera in a brand-new way. In his first opera libretto, Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning playwright Michael R. Jackson (A Strange Loop) traces the life of a woman named Sue whose personality is split in two. Sue’s life, from the mundane to the extraordinary, unfolds before us, with each decade scored by a different musical luminary. Opera Philadelphia favorites Missy Mazzoli (Breaking the Waves, The Listeners), Rene Orth (10 Days in a Madhouse), and Nico Muhly (Dark Sisters) return alongside a panoply of company debuts from notable composers, like GRAMMY® nominee Nathalie Joachim. The production stars MacArt…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Opera Philadelphia. Contact Phone: (215) 732-8400. Contact Email: tix@operaphila.org. Cost: Starting at $11.
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM.
Academy of Music.
For more info visit www.operaphila.org. Sustainable Landscape and Natural Resources Management - 3rd Edition
The conference will cover essential topics such as sustainable landscape planning, green infrastructure, and the application of geo-science and geospatial technologies like remote sensing and GIS. Attendees will explore strategies for biodiversity conservation, enhancing ecosystem services, and implementing nature-based solutions for climate resilience. Additionally, discussions will address sustainable agriculture, coastal and marine ecosystem management, and effective policy frameworks.
Call for Participation
IEREK invites authors and experts to participate in this vital conference. We encourage the submission of research papers, case studies, and innovative ideas that align with our themes. This gathering will find the advanced ideas for the conversation of sustainable landscape and discuss case studies on how research helps in natural resource management. Through these valuable discussions, the recommendations will promote this collaboration to push the progress toward a more sustainable future. Joi…
Category: Conferences. Contact Name: fatmaelsayed. Contact Phone: 035763827. Contact Email: ccp@ierek.com. Cost: 400.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
online.
For more info visit www.ierek.com. Theatre Horizon presents “XOXO: Montco’s Variety Show”
This Valentine's Day, experience XOXO: Montco’s Variety Show, a special evening celebrating love in all its beautiful forms—romantic, familial, platonic, and communal.
This original production is a tribute to love, local artistry, and the stories that connect us. Created, written, and performed by talented artists from Norristown and the surrounding area, the show is a heartwarming blend of live music, stand-up comedy, powerful spoken word, and dynamic dance.
XOXO is homegrown and made with love, just like us. Come celebrate community and the many ways we share our hearts.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 610-283-2230. Contact Email: Ticket@TheatreHorizon.org. Cost: $35 to $55.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – Sunday, February 22, 2026.
401 DeKalb St, Norristown, PA 19401.
For more info visit theatrehorizon.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Preschool Storytime
Join Mr. Alec and Mr. Turtle while we read stories, sing songs, and play! For ages 3-5, their siblings, and caregivers.
Category: Misc. School / Education. Contact Name: Alec Smith, Children's Librarian. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: smitha@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Skill Swap Club
Skill Swap Club is a neighbor-to-neighbor exchange that reconnects people by sharing what we know
This idea emerged from a Design Gym workshop during Philly Tech Week, where strangers from different backgrounds came together to solve everyday human problems. Facilitated by Chitsanzo Isaac, our group identified skill swapping as a response to isolation and lack of accessible support systems.
🎟 Cost: A snack to share or contribute to the snacks fund (as a sliding scale ticket).
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Meetings / Hearings. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs - 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Dear Jack, Dear Louise
A love story begins when two strangers meet by letter during World War II. U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor stationed in Oregon, begins writing to Louise Rabiner, an aspiring actress and dancer in New York City, hoping to meet her someday, if the war allows. As the war wages on, however, it threatens to end their relationship before it even starts. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig tells the joyous, heart-warming story of his parents’ courtship during World War II, and the results are anything but expected.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 6105654211. Contact Email: company@hedgerowtheatre.org. Cost: Varies.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:15 PM.
Hedgerow Theatre Company, 64 Rose Valley Road.
For more info visit www.hedgerowtheatre.org. Voices of the Future, A Civic Dialogue Roundtable Series
The Free Library of Philadelphia’s Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement is proud to introduce Voices of the Future: A Civic Dialogue Roundtable Series, an initiative designed to amplify youth voices and foster civic engagement among young Philadelphians.
Targeted mostly to high school juniors and seniors, this program creates a dedicated space for youth perspectives within the broader civic conversation. Participants will explore issues that impact their lives and communities, developing confidence and skills to express their ideas effectively.
Through a series of moderated roundtable discussions, students will examine the complexities of democracy and civic life in today's world. Each session will feature a professional moderator and a student co-moderator, ensuring an inclusive environment where participants can share and listen respectfully.
Students can earn community service hours by participating.
Session Schedule and Topics:
Monday, January 12, 2026 | The Future of Philadelphia: What We…
Category: School / Education. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: joseph Central e shemtov. Contact Phone: 2672514453. Contact Email: shemtovj@freelibrary.org.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Parkway Central Library.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Galentine's Sip & Shop
Galentine's Sip & Shop
At Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Rd, Washington Crossing, PA
Thursday, February 12, 6 pm to 9 pm
Did someone say Galentines?! That’s right! Leave your man at home and enjoy a much needed night out with your favorite ladies! The evening will include music, local small businesses, and more.
Drink specials and light bites available for purchase at the bar.
No cover charge.
See website for details: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: No cover charge.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road
Washington Crossing, PA 18977.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Sip and Sew - Galentines
💖🧵 Sip & Sew: Galentine’s Edition — Make a Heart Pillow
📅 February 12th | 🕓 6pm - 8pm
📍 Utility Works MakerSpace
Grab your besties, pour a sip, and get crafty! Celebrate Galentine’s Day with a fun, relaxed sewing workshop where you’ll make your own stuffed heart pillow—the perfect cozy keepsake or gift for someone you love (including yourself!).
This beginner-friendly class will walk you through sewing basics like cutting fabric, stitching seams, and stuffing your pillow, all in a social, feel-good atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned sewer or totally new, this is all about creativity, connection, and a little self-love.
✨ What to Expect:
Step-by-step instruction—no sewing experience needed
All materials provided (or bring your own favorite fabric!)
A fun, welcoming space to sip, sew, and celebrate friendship
Take home your handmade heart pillow
Bring your own sewing Machine or email ahead of time to madi@lansdownefuture.org to reserve one.
About the Artist:
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Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Madi Eads. Contact Phone: 2676558459. Contact Email: madi@lansdownesfuture.org. Cost: 50.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Utility Works
32 East Baltimore Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Three Week Panel Mosaic Workshop
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens presents a three-week panel mosaic workshop, where participants will be led by PMG’s Preservation Team in creating their own 24” x 16” mosaic panel using the Zagar Method of mosaicking. Discover this freeing and versatile art form with staff who have trained with PMG creator Isaiah Zagar and are responsible for maintaining the mosaics at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Participants should plan to take their mosaic home with them on the last day of class on February 12. Framing is available for a discounted rate at New Image Art & Framing, 601 S. 9th Street. Participants must be at least 18 years old to participate in this workshop. All supplies are included.
Week 1 (January 29): Create a “blob” with colorful grout and glaze tiles to use in your mosaic
Week 2 (February 5): Learn to break tile and cut mirror, plan your design, and place tiles
Week 3 (February 12): Grout your mosaic and take your masterpiece home.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Phone: 2157330390. Contact Email: info@phillymagicgardens.org. Cost: $175 to $210.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Magic Gardens Studio (1002 Watkins Street).
For more info visit www.phillymagicgardens.org. Kelly Moonstone
Kelly is a rising star in NYCs diverse underground R&B and Hip-hop scenes, working w/ an array of legendary artists in the past year including Saba, BADBADNOTGOOD, Jay Electronica, and 9th Wonder. Her most recent release “New Moon” gained critical acclaim from Rolling Stone and Pitchfork.
She'll be joined by Philly Hip-hop artists QThree and Foxy Nora, as well as DC songstress 1Alkebulan.
Category: Theater / Concerts.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Milkboy Philly (1100 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107).
For more info visit www.tixr.com. Galentine's Boozy Tea
Galentine’s Boozy Tea at Aqimero is your excuse to go all out with your favorite people for an elevated, after dark celebration in the heart of Center City. Please note this edition takes place on Thursday, February 12 from 8:00 PM to midnight for a late night, high energy twist on Aqimero’s signature experience.
Guests will enjoy their own boozy tea pot, featuring 2 to 3 cocktails per pot, alongside a four course, chef curated menu created exclusively for Galentine’s. A live DJ sets the vibe all night, while the space comes alive with styled, photo worthy moments and pop ups from women owned businesses for the perfect mix of cocktails, bites, music, and girl gang energy.
Dress up, toast to friendship, and make a night of it. Reserve on OpenTable or visit Aqimero.com.
Cost: $95 per person.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 8:00 PM – Friday, February 13, 2026, 12:00 AM.
Aqimero at The Ritz-Carlton.
For more info visit www.opentable.com. Mirjam Seeger
A painter of both glass and canvas, Mirjam has fused the two painting techniques in all her work. She was a glass painter for Willet Studio in Philadelphia for 20 years, painting stained glass windows for buildings all over the US. Mirjam left glass painting to dedicate herself exclusively to oil painting.
By appointment - call 215.235.3405 or email programming@inliquid.org to schedule your visit!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Sam Davis. Contact Phone: 215-235-3405. Contact Email: sam@inliquid.org.
Friday, February 13, 2026 – Sunday, June 7, 2026.
East Market
1100 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
For more info visit www.inliquid.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Storytime + Design
Warm-up to the concept of design and it's many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey.
The age range of books will vary, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: No registration required. Free to attend. Pay what you wish ($0-$10 per youth designer).
Friday, February 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Fiber Arts Skill Share
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, sewing, or embroidery? Meet up with other crafters at Oak Lane Library every Friday for skill-sharing, conversation, and snacks. Sewing machines are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and a limited supply of sewing, crocheting, and knitting supplies will be provided. This is not a formal class, although some basic machine instruction may be provided. Attendees under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is made possible through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Miriam Spector Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Catherine Collins, Library Branch Manager. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: collinsc@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Friday, February 13, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Sip and Sew - Galentines
A special Valentine Evening
Friday February 13 th 2026
5:45 pm arrival, mingle and sip
6-7 pm Class
$45 plus eventbrite's fee (adults only)
Join Sara from Kiss My Soul for a special Valentine evening making decadent Valentine themed Body Scrubs! Learn about salt versus sugar, nourishing base oils for your skin and choose your scrub scent, theme and additives. Himalayan Pink Salt Rose Scrub or Delicious Buttercream Sugar Scrub are a couple of the creative options that will be offered. Sip some bubbly and snack on charcuterie and chocolates while making a gift for someone special (or to spoil yourself: self love!). Decorating your label gives it a final personalized touch. This could make a great Galentine evening or a pre-dinner bonding event with someone special. Limited space.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Madi Eads. Contact Phone: 2676558459. Contact Email: madi@lansdownesfuture.org. Cost: 50.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Utility Works
32 East Baltimore Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Mardi Gras Celebration
Mardi Gras Celebration
at Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Road, Washington Crossing, PA.
Saturday, February 14, 12 pm to 9 pm.
“Pass a good time” as they say in NOLA, with a weekend of live music, beads and king cake cupcakes at Crossing Vineyards.
Bring your “krewe” and enjoy drink and snack specials. Be sure to try a “CAT-5,” Crossing’s version of New Orlean’s famous libation “The Hurricane.” Laissez le bon temps rouler!
No cover charge. Visit our website for more information: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: No cover charge.
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road
Washington Crossing, PA 18977.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Second Saturdays at Kalmar Nyckel’s Maritime Center
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. Make a log cabin with popsicle sticks and construction paper. Then, warm up with delicious hot cocoa provided by Sweet Lucy’s.
Sailors’ Valentine’s, February 14 - Set sail on a crafty adventure and learn about Sailors’ Valentine's — beautiful keepsakes of tiny seashell mosaics made by talented Caribbean artisans. Sailors sent these home to their loved ones. Design and decorate your own seashell Valentine. You can spread a little love and give it to someone special OR keep it as your own sparkling treasure.
Let Your Voice Be Heard, March 14 - - March is Women’s History Month, and you can MARCH for what matters! Come get creative, get loud, and celebrate history in the most awe…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Jan Ross. Contact Phone: 302.429.7447. Contact Email: jan.ross@KalmarNyckel.org. Cost: $3 to $5 – $5/adult, $3/ages 3-12), and under 3 is free.
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Kalmar Nyckel Foundation, 1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.
For more info visit www.kalmarnyckel.org. Cirque Mechanics: Tilt!
Soar to new heights in the Philadelphia premiere of Tilt! a behind-the-scenes adventure amidst the roller coaster, Ferris wheel and more favorites at the theme park. Known for "intelligently conceived and expertly executed" (The New York Times) creations, Cirque Mechanics’ new show offers breathtaking acrobatics, high-flying excitement and zany antics by the cast of characters who keep the rides running and the thrills coming. No long lines here, step right up and hold on tight, the fun’s about to begin!
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Philadelphia, PA!
At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Each admission includes our fantastic dinner, mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more!
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Ian B. Contact Phone: 866.496.0535. Contact Email: phl.info@thedinnerdetective.com. Cost: $79.00.
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
237 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
For more info visit eventvesta.com. Johnny Gandelsman: This is America
“A violinist who can do anything,” (The Philadelphia Inquirer) Johnny Gandelsman’s This is America is an ever-growing collection of commissioned works by U.S. composers that reflect on society’s rupture and disconnection. “Rich in diversity but united by interpretative beauty and belief,” (Gramophone) the works honor our country’s vibrant cultural tapestry and its myriad perspectives. Gandelsman, a 2024 MacArthur Fellow and Grammy® Award-winning member of the Silkroad Ensemble, will perform a solo violin program featuring the world premiere of a Penn Live Arts commission by Tyshawn Sorey, a Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, multi-instrumentalist and professor of music at Penn.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Christ Church, 20 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Quintessence Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Rare Accidents”
“Succession” was not the first time we obsessed over who dad was going to choose to take over. His father killed a king and usurped a kingdom, but the prodigal Prince Hal spends his days consorting with
commoners and playing pranks with his philandering old knight, Sir John Falstaff, rather than studying statecraft and preparing to be the next King of England. A civil war is threatened when Hotspur and his father, the Earl of Northumberland, claim their right to the throne, forcing Hal and Falstaff from the tavern to the battlefield. In this struggle for the divine right to wear the crown, Shakespeare’s epic family drama challenges what makes a good son, a good friend, and a good leader.
Group, senior, military, industry, and rush discounts are available based on performance and availability.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Quintessence Theatre. Contact Phone: 215-987-4450. Contact Email: boxoffice@quintessencetheatre.org. Cost: $30-65.
Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Quintessence at The Sedgwick Theater - 7137 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19119.
For more info visit www.quintessencetheatre.org. Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Winter Wellness Walks
Experience winter beauty at Morris Arboretum & Gardens while moving your body and connecting with nature! Led by our experienced garden educator volunteers, our Winter Wellness Walks are an opportunity to experience the season in all its wonders and create connections with friends and fellow visitors. Some walks will have themes of conversation, and some walks will invite families of all ages to participate! All levels of walking are welcome, and all walks are on paved pathways. Meet at the Welcome Center.
Free with general admission, weather permitting. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens' Garden Highights Tour
Our knowledgeable guides will design a tour around the interests of the attendees in our Garden Highlights Tour, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 pm. Every tour is different, so come back as many times as you’d like. Meet at the Welcome Center, weather permitting. Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarb.org/tours or call 215.247.5777 ext. 157.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Mellany Armstrong. Contact Phone: 215.247.5777. Contact Email: mellanya@upenn.edu. Cost: $0 to $14 general admission.
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Morris Arboretum & Gardens
100 E. Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, P 19118.
Wine and Chocolate for Lovers
Wine and Chocolate for Lovers
At Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Rd, Washington Crossing, PA
Sunday, February 15, 2pm.
Give your honey some sugar at Crossing Vineyards with a wine pairing experience that’s choc-full of sweetness.
Enjoy an assortment of artisanal chocolates from Naked Chocolate of Newtown, paired with our award-winning wines. Includes wine tasting and a selection of gourmet chocolates.
Cost: $40 per person. Reservations required. See website for details and reservations: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: $40.
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road
Washington Crossing, PA 18977.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Johnny Gandelsman: This is America
“A violinist who can do anything,” (The Philadelphia Inquirer) Johnny Gandelsman’s This is America is an ever-growing collection of commissioned works by U.S. composers that reflect on society’s rupture and disconnection. “Rich in diversity but united by interpretative beauty and belief,” (Gramophone) the works honor our country’s vibrant cultural tapestry and its myriad perspectives. Gandelsman, a 2024 MacArthur Fellow and Grammy® Award-winning member of the Silkroad Ensemble, will perform a solo violin program featuring the world premiere of a Penn Live Arts commission by Tyshawn Sorey, a Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, multi-instrumentalist and professor of music at Penn.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. College Portfolio Prep: High School Creative Portfolio Development
An in-person portfolio prep series for high school students (ages ~15+) preparing to apply to art, fashion, and design colleges and universities. Over six weekly classes, students will develop unique portfolios with guidance from creative professionals, focusing on observational drawing, material exploration, and building a cohesive body of work for admissions.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Contact Name: Emily Henry. Contact Phone: 8556233745. Contact Email: info@made-institute.com. Cost: 690.
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
4719 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143.
For more info visit made-institute.com. Quintessence Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Rare Accidents”
“Succession” was not the first time we obsessed over who dad was going to choose to take over. His father killed a king and usurped a kingdom, but the prodigal Prince Hal spends his days consorting with
commoners and playing pranks with his philandering old knight, Sir John Falstaff, rather than studying statecraft and preparing to be the next King of England. A civil war is threatened when Hotspur and his father, the Earl of Northumberland, claim their right to the throne, forcing Hal and Falstaff from the tavern to the battlefield. In this struggle for the divine right to wear the crown, Shakespeare’s epic family drama challenges what makes a good son, a good friend, and a good leader.
Group, senior, military, industry, and rush discounts are available based on performance and availability.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Quintessence Theatre. Contact Phone: 215-987-4450. Contact Email: boxoffice@quintessencetheatre.org. Cost: $30-65.
Monday, February 16, 2026.
Quintessence at The Sedgwick Theater - 7137 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19119.
For more info visit www.quintessencetheatre.org. Quintessence Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Rare Accidents”
“Succession” was not the first time we obsessed over who dad was going to choose to take over. His father killed a king and usurped a kingdom, but the prodigal Prince Hal spends his days consorting with
commoners and playing pranks with his philandering old knight, Sir John Falstaff, rather than studying statecraft and preparing to be the next King of England. A civil war is threatened when Hotspur and his father, the Earl of Northumberland, claim their right to the throne, forcing Hal and Falstaff from the tavern to the battlefield. In this struggle for the divine right to wear the crown, Shakespeare’s epic family drama challenges what makes a good son, a good friend, and a good leader.
Group, senior, military, industry, and rush discounts are available based on performance and availability.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Quintessence Theatre. Contact Phone: 215-987-4450. Contact Email: boxoffice@quintessencetheatre.org. Cost: $30-65.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Quintessence at The Sedgwick Theater - 7137 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19119.
For more info visit www.quintessencetheatre.org. Objects Up Close Virtual Series
Learn about surveying technology, the conservation treatment of a scientific instrument, and preservation housing of a surveying compass in the collection with Daisy Diamond, Winterthur/University of Delaware Program in Art Conservation fellow. Survey compasses are used to identify the relative positions of given points on land or sea. This surveying compass was made in Liverpool by John and Alexander Walker in the mid-1800s. Registration required. Free.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Information & Tours. Contact Phone: 8004483883. Contact Email: tourinfo@winterthur.org. Cost: Registration required. Free.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
5105 Kennett Pike
Winterthur, Delaware 19735.
For more info visit www.winterthur.org. Intro to Ceramic Sculpture
Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative.
In this sculptural hand building class, we will harness the power of our imaginations. Students will learn foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative. Projects may include sculptural vessels, animal sculpture and figure sculpture. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are looking to establish fundamental techniques or explore the bounds of your creativity and imagination, this class is for you!
Class will run Tuesday nights February 17th - March 31st 6pm - 9pm
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Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible via stairs. The class requires participants to be able to sit and…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Madi Eads. Contact Phone: 2676558459. Contact Email: madi@lansdownesfuture.org. Cost: 250.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Utility Works
32 East Baltimore Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Jazz Bridge Presents: Jazz in Germantown
Jazz Bridge Board President, Kevin Johnson and vocalist Shekhinah B. will co-host “Jazz in Germantown” Third Tuesday Neighborhood Concerts Series at the
Settlement Music School Germantown Branch, 6128 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19144.
Showtime: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. There will also be a Q&A and tickets are $15 in advance (online) and $20 at the door. Students and children are FREE!
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Doug Drewes. Contact Phone: 6107241615. Contact Email: ddrewes@jazzbridge.org. Cost: 15 to 20.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Settlement Music School, Germantown Branch
6128 Germantown Avenue,
Philadelphia PA 19144.
DJs Available Entertainment Showcase 2-17-26
Come and Party with us!
Our DJ Entertainers will Perform for you!
Special Effect & Lighting Displays
Have Fun in our Photo Booth!
Photography and Video Services displays
Enjoy Complimentary Lite Bites
And Find the Perfect Entertainment for your Wedding!
ENTER TO WIN A FREE GOBO MONOGRAM WITH WEDDING BOOKING!
Category: Misc. Contact Name: DJs Available. Contact Phone: 856-273-8787. Contact Email: dja@djsavailable.com. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Maggiano's Little Italy - Cherry Hill
2000 Route 38
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Quintessence Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Rare Accidents”
“Succession” was not the first time we obsessed over who dad was going to choose to take over. His father killed a king and usurped a kingdom, but the prodigal Prince Hal spends his days consorting with
commoners and playing pranks with his philandering old knight, Sir John Falstaff, rather than studying statecraft and preparing to be the next King of England. A civil war is threatened when Hotspur and his father, the Earl of Northumberland, claim their right to the throne, forcing Hal and Falstaff from the tavern to the battlefield. In this struggle for the divine right to wear the crown, Shakespeare’s epic family drama challenges what makes a good son, a good friend, and a good leader.
Group, senior, military, industry, and rush discounts are available based on performance and availability.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Quintessence Theatre. Contact Phone: 215-987-4450. Contact Email: boxoffice@quintessencetheatre.org. Cost: $30-65.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Quintessence at The Sedgwick Theater - 7137 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19119.
For more info visit www.quintessencetheatre.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Preschool Storytime
Join Mr. Alec and Mr. Turtle while we read stories, sing songs, and play! For ages 3-5, their siblings, and caregivers.
Category: Misc. School / Education. Contact Name: Alec Smith, Children's Librarian. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: smitha@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Like Event Intro to Crochet
Come and learn the joys of making art you can use!
This class is a perfect introduction for students who have an interest in learning crochet. We'll establish a strong foundation holding a crochet hook, chain stich, single stich, double stich, and making a magical circle. We will show you demos and help you through guided practice. This class is welcome for all levels of crocheters, but especially geared towars brand new beginners
About the instructor: Elena Gans-Pfister (they/them/xe) is a fiber sculptor and installation-based artist. Their artwork is informed by micro and marine biology, with liking the concept of taking the micro and blowing it up to the macro. Gans-Pfister was raised learning a variety of hand-fiber processes, which include, but are not limited to: cross-stitching, sewing, crocheting, knitting, and much more. These are the tools to create xe’s bold and expressive work.
Class will run Wednesday nights February 18th - March 25th 6:30pm - 8pm
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Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Madi Eads. Contact Phone: 2676558459. Contact Email: madi@lansdownesfuture.org. Cost: 260.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Utility Works
32 East Baltimore Avenue
Lansdowne, PA 19050.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Wedding Planning Expo 2-18-26 Masso's Orchard Garden
Wedding Exhibits with everything you need for your wedding day and Married Life!
Wedding Seminars - Tips & Advice from The Experts!
DJ And Musician Showcases
Fashion Show with Bridal fashions and Tuxedos by Local Salons
Prizes from Every Exhibitor and Discounts
Food Tasting By Masso's Orchard Garden
Try on Wedding Veils
Enter to Win a complete Hair and Make Up Trial at The Show!
Design your Save the Date!
And So Much MORE!!!
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Bridal Showcases. Contact Phone: 856-273-9499. Contact Email: showcases@djsavailable.com. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Masso's Event Center
210 Delsea Drive South
Glassboro, NJ 08028.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Quintessence Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Rare Accidents”
“Succession” was not the first time we obsessed over who dad was going to choose to take over. His father killed a king and usurped a kingdom, but the prodigal Prince Hal spends his days consorting with
commoners and playing pranks with his philandering old knight, Sir John Falstaff, rather than studying statecraft and preparing to be the next King of England. A civil war is threatened when Hotspur and his father, the Earl of Northumberland, claim their right to the throne, forcing Hal and Falstaff from the tavern to the battlefield. In this struggle for the divine right to wear the crown, Shakespeare’s epic family drama challenges what makes a good son, a good friend, and a good leader.
Group, senior, military, industry, and rush discounts are available based on performance and availability.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Quintessence Theatre. Contact Phone: 215-987-4450. Contact Email: boxoffice@quintessencetheatre.org. Cost: $30-65.
Thursday, February 19, 2026.
Quintessence at The Sedgwick Theater - 7137 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19119.
For more info visit www.quintessencetheatre.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Tarot Card Reading & Wine Tasting
Tarot Card Reading & Wine Tasting
At Crossing Vineyards & Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Rd, Washington Crossing, PA
Thursday, February 19, 7 pm
Get together with your friends for a fun night out. Enjoy wine tasting, dessert and a private Tarot Card reading.
Reservations are a must.
Cost: $45 per person. See website for details and reservations: www.crossingvineyards.com.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Tasting Room. Contact Phone: 215-493-6500. Contact Email: support@crossingvineyards.com. Cost: $45.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Crossing Vineyards & Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road.
For more info visit www.crossingvineyards.com. Quintessence Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Rare Accidents”
“Succession” was not the first time we obsessed over who dad was going to choose to take over. His father killed a king and usurped a kingdom, but the prodigal Prince Hal spends his days consorting with
commoners and playing pranks with his philandering old knight, Sir John Falstaff, rather than studying statecraft and preparing to be the next King of England. A civil war is threatened when Hotspur and his father, the Earl of Northumberland, claim their right to the throne, forcing Hal and Falstaff from the tavern to the battlefield. In this struggle for the divine right to wear the crown, Shakespeare’s epic family drama challenges what makes a good son, a good friend, and a good leader.
Group, senior, military, industry, and rush discounts are available based on performance and availability.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Quintessence Theatre. Contact Phone: 215-987-4450. Contact Email: boxoffice@quintessencetheatre.org. Cost: $30-65.
Friday, February 20, 2026.
Quintessence at The Sedgwick Theater - 7137 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19119.
For more info visit www.quintessencetheatre.org. Budding Naturalists
Get ready for hands-on, nature-filled fun for our littlest explorers! Join Riverbend educator, Felicia Acconciamessa, for a preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, art, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Felicia Acconciamessa. Contact Phone: 610-527-5234. Contact Email: facconciamessa@riverbendeec.org. Cost: $160.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM.
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
1950 Spring Mill Road
Gladwyne, PA 19035.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Storytime + Design
Warm-up to the concept of design and it's many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey.
The age range of books will vary, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Art / Photography / Crafts. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: No registration required. Free to attend. Pay what you wish ($0-$10 per youth designer).
Friday, February 20, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Fiber Arts Skill Share
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, sewing, or embroidery? Meet up with other crafters at Oak Lane Library every Friday for skill-sharing, conversation, and snacks. Sewing machines are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and a limited supply of sewing, crocheting, and knitting supplies will be provided. This is not a formal class, although some basic machine instruction may be provided. Attendees under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is made possible through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Miriam Spector Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Catherine Collins, Library Branch Manager. Contact Phone: 2156852848. Contact Email: collinsc@freelibrary.org. Cost: FREE.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Oak Lane Library, 6614 North 12th Street, in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood.
For more info visit libwww.freelibrary.org. Open Gym Hours
Join us at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington for OPEN GYM. Design Gym drop-in hours to rediscover and explore your creativity through design play and exercise. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM:
🧊 [brain emoji] Creative reset
✍🏽 Bring a project
💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi)
🖊️ Try our design tools + exercises
🧩 [puzzle emoji] Play our design games, toys + puzzles
📚Look through our design library
[snack emoji] snacktime
ALL ARE WELCOME, including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary. Coach available on-site for assistance and guidance. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events**
Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Misc. Art / Photography / Crafts. Meetings / Hearings. Contact Name: Erike De Veyra. Contact Phone: 2157019319. Contact Email: flexit@designgym.co. Cost: Pay-what-you-wish (suggested $10-$20 per visit).
Friday, February 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs
1714 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19122.
For more info visit www.designgym.co. Short Films, Big Impact: An Evening with Penn State Laureate Pearl Gluck
Experience the power of storytelling through film as Pearl Gluck brings her award-winning short films to life! Join us for a special evening with Penn State Laureate Pearl Gluck, an award-winning filmmaker and professor whose work explores themes of identity, justice, and community. This public event will feature screenings of three of her acclaimed short films — Castles in the Sky, Write Me, and Stars and Bars — followed by an engaging discussion with Gluck about the stories behind the films, her creative process, and the social issues that inspire her work. Whether you're a film enthusiast, a student of storytelling, or simply curious about the power of cinema to spark dialogue and change, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with one of Penn State’s most compelling voices in the arts. This event is free and open to the public, however, pre-registration is required.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Theater / Concerts. Misc. Contact Name: Becky Stanko. Contact Phone: 6106483236. Contact Email: rus1078@psu.edu. Cost: 0.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
The Conference Center at Penn State Great Valley
30 E. Swedesford Road
Malvern, PA 19355.
For more info visit greatvalley.psu.edu. Compagnie Virginie Brunelle: Fables
Known for raw, intensely physical and cinematic choreography, Compagnie Virginie Brunelle performs in Philadelphia for the first time with the U.S. premiere of Fables. This full-length work for 10 dancers and a pianist offers a poetic yet sometimes harsh vision of women’s ongoing struggle. Against the backdrop of a world in chaos, a series of evocative tableaux show female archetypes becoming larger than life in their grandeur, strength and resilience as they pave the way through invisible, yet very real barriers.
Please note, Fables includes nudity.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: 215.898.3900. Cost: $35+.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219.
For more info visit pennlivearts.org. Gallery Groove
The Museum for Art in Wood is thrilled to host their second Gallery Groove, a night dedicated to dancing and fun! For one night only, the museum transforms its exhibition gallery into the ultimate dance floor. With the art on vacation between exhibitions, the space will be filled with electrifying beats and your best moves. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to dance the night away in one of the city’s most creative spaces. Grab your friends, dress to move, and join for a night of unforgettable vibes. All proceeds raised from this event support the Museum’s exhibitions and programming. Complimentary food, drink tickets, and admission are included in your ticket.
Category: Misc. Contact Phone: 2159238000. Contact Email: katie@museumforartinwood.org. Cost: $50 to $75.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Museum for Art in Wood (141 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106).
For more info visit museumforartinwood.org.