January 2024

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  • 8:00 PMIn-person! Leith Ross with Daneshevskaya
  • 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    SPEC jazzandgrooves is proud to present our Winter '24 show, featuring Leith Ross with support from Daneshevskaya The show will take place on Thursday, February 1st, 2024 at 8 PM. Doors will open at 7:30 PM. All ages welcome. No re-entry permitted. Penn student and public tickets available for $5 and $7, respectively. *Guests with Student tickets must show Penn ID at door*

    Tickets: https://upennspec.ticketleap.com/jazzgrooves-presents/
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  • 8:00 PMIn-person! Fire Museum Presents: an evening of Hindustani music & Bharatanatyam dance w/ Indrajit Roy-Chowdhury, Uchhal Banerjee, Kuhokee Kumari Das
  • 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Fire Museum Presents: an evening of Hindustani music & Bharatanatyam dance!Indrajit Roy-Chowdhury is an exponent of the Rampur Senia Gharana in the venerated lineage of, Pandit Birendra Kishore Roy Chowdhury and Pandit Subroto Roy Chowdhury. Primarily trained in the Veen-Kar style of Sitar which draws techniques and idioms of the Veena, Indrajit has been able to carve a niche for himself with his eclecticism and versatility. Indrajit strives for a fine balance of traditionalism coupled with innovation. Indrajit is based out of New York and maintains a rigorous tour schedule across the continents. As an international artist, Indrajit has performed in a range of distinguished venues, notably: Dover Lane Music Conference, Kolkata, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, The Lincoln Center, New York, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Toronto National Convention Center, Berlin Indian Embassy, Concordia Arts Poznan, Poland, Chayanaut Auditorium, Dhaka and Ramakrishna Mission Cultural Centre, Kolkata.Uchhal Banerjee is an exponent of the Farrukhabad gharana. He began learning from a young age from his father, Late Nilotpal Banerjee. Later he had the privilege of studying with the great maestro and educator, Pandit Gnan Prakash Ghosh. Following this he continued his study of tabla with Pandit Samar Saha and his current guru, Pandit Abhijit Banerjee. Uchhal has performed in prestigious venues such as Birla Sabhaghar (Kolkata), Vedanta Math (Kolkata), Vivekananda Society (Varanasi and Hyderabad) and has been awarded the top rank from the Government of West Bengal (Vivek Chatra Utsav) in 2012.Kuhokee Kumari Das, disciple of Guru Gargi Chattopadhyay, has trained in Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi since the age of six. After completing her Bharatanatyam arrangetram and Kuchipudi rangapravesham in 2011, Kuhokee has collaborated and worked with many talented artists across the globe, such as Kalyan Sen Barat and Padma Bhushan Manna Dey. She has performed in prestigious platforms such as the United Nations General Assembly, Lincoln Center, Ellis Island Medals of Honor, amongst other renowned venues. Apart from dance, Kuhokee is completing her Master’s degree in Biology at Queens College, where she also teaches as an Adjunct Lecturer for Anatomy & Physiology. She is also a published clinical researcher at New York Presbyterian-Queens, exploring better treatment options and helping to create a more compassionate approach to treating those who are terminally ill. In 2019, Kuhokee was awarded a New York City Council Citation for her contribution in Indian classical dance.Admission is FREE but donations are greatly appreciated. Advance registration is highly recommended. Please register HERE
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  • 5:30 PMIn-person! Altarpieces Day 1. A 3-Day Participatory Art Project for/by the LGBTQIA+ Community
  • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

    Queer Italian artist Ruben Montini is inviting members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community to join him and come together to create a collaborative art installation that he has called "Altarpieces." This three-day event of artistic creation, is part of a larger project that brings together LGBTQIA+ communities across the globe. In this way Philly joins queer groups of the UK, Poland, Slovenia, Italy, France, Iran, Brazil, displaced refugee groups (and up next Mexico!) as they come together, embrace community and reclaim power through these collective acts of awareness, vulnerability, strength and creation. 

    During this event participants are asked to bring their own articles of clothing to stitch onto the altarpiece which will be covered in the homotransphobic phrases our community has suffered. Why one’s own clothes? Personal clothes are seen in this sense as empirical witnesses of the discrimination suffered, steeped in our fear and in the insults we all bear. 

     Other community members are also welcome to come and bear witness as supportive allies. All are welcome. 

    More info on the project and artist can be found HERESCHEDULE

    Monday February 5, 2024, 5:30-7:30pmThe three-day event begins with an explanation of the artist’s vision and research, followed by a moment where those participating may choose to share experiences of discrimination in a safe and collective space (without hierarchies, and where both students and teachers participate). 

    Tuesday February 6, 2024, 12:00pm-3:00pm and 6:00pm-8:00pmParticipants, together with the artist and his assistant, engage in the practice of art making: sewing their used clothing or cutting out the letters from fabrics and sewing them onto the altarpiece.

     Wednesday February 7, 2024, 5:00pm-8:00pmParticipants will continue to work on their art making or come and create for the first time. The evening will conclude with a few remarks, and a moment for reflection and festivities. 

    More info on the schedule can be found HERE

    PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to come every day to participate in this event. Interested people are welcome to come and go, pop in and participate as much or as little as they want. And remember, while the event is specifically created for members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community, allies are welcome to come and show their support. 

     

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  • 12:00 PMIn-person! Altarpieces Day 2, session 1. A 3-Day Participatory Art Project for/by the LGBTQIA+ Community
  • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Queer Italian artist Ruben Montini is inviting members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community to join him and come together to create a collaborative art installation that he has called "Altarpieces." This three-day event of artistic creation, is part of a larger project that brings together LGBTQIA+ communities across the globe. In this way Philly joins queer groups of the UK, Poland, Slovenia, Italy, France, Iran, Brazil, displaced refugee groups (and up next Mexico!) as they come together, embrace community and reclaim power through these collective acts of awareness, vulnerability, strength and creation. 

    During this event participants are asked to bring their own articles of clothing to stitch onto the altarpiece which will be covered in the homotransphobic phrases our community has suffered. Why one’s own clothes? Personal clothes are seen in this sense as empirical witnesses of the discrimination suffered, steeped in our fear and in the insults we all bear. 

     Other community members are also welcome to come and bear witness as supportive allies. All are welcome. 

    More info on the project and artist can be found HERESCHEDULE

    Monday February 5, 2024, 5:30-7:30pmThe three-day event begins with an explanation of the artist’s vision and research, followed by a moment where those participating may choose to share experiences of discrimination in a safe and collective space (without hierarchies, and where both students and teachers participate). 

    Tuesday February 6, 2024, 12:00pm-3:00pm and 6:00pm-8:00pmParticipants, together with the artist and his assistant, engage in the practice of art making: sewing their used clothing or cutting out the letters from fabrics and sewing them onto the altarpiece.

     Wednesday February 7, 2024, 5:00pm-8:00pmParticipants will continue to work on their art making or come and create for the first time. The evening will conclude with a few remarks, and a moment for reflection and festivities. 

    More info on the schedule can be found HERE

    PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to come every day to participate in this event. Interested people are welcome to come and go, pop in and participate as much or as little as they want. And remember, while the event is specifically created for members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community, allies are welcome to come and show their support. 

     

  • 6:00 PMIn-person! Altarpieces Day 2, session 2. A 3-Day Participatory Art Project for/by the LGBTQIA+ Community
  • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Queer Italian artist Ruben Montini is inviting members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community to join him and come together to create a collaborative art installation that he has called "Altarpieces." This three-day event of artistic creation, is part of a larger project that brings together LGBTQIA+ communities across the globe. In this way Philly joins queer groups of the UK, Poland, Slovenia, Italy, France, Iran, Brazil, displaced refugee groups (and up next Mexico!) as they come together, embrace community and reclaim power through these collective acts of awareness, vulnerability, strength and creation. 

    During this event participants are asked to bring their own articles of clothing to stitch onto the altarpiece which will be covered in the homotransphobic phrases our community has suffered. Why one’s own clothes? Personal clothes are seen in this sense as empirical witnesses of the discrimination suffered, steeped in our fear and in the insults we all bear. 

     Other community members are also welcome to come and bear witness as supportive allies. All are welcome. 

    More info on the project and artist can be found HERESCHEDULE

    Monday February 5, 2024, 5:30-7:30pmThe three-day event begins with an explanation of the artist’s vision and research, followed by a moment where those participating may choose to share experiences of discrimination in a safe and collective space (without hierarchies, and where both students and teachers participate). 

    Tuesday February 6, 2024, 12:00pm-3:00pm and 6:00pm-8:00pmParticipants, together with the artist and his assistant, engage in the practice of art making: sewing their used clothing or cutting out the letters from fabrics and sewing them onto the altarpiece.

     Wednesday February 7, 2024, 5:00pm-8:00pmParticipants will continue to work on their art making or come and create for the first time. The evening will conclude with a few remarks, and a moment for reflection and festivities. 

    More info on the schedule can be found HERE

    PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to come every day to participate in this event. Interested people are welcome to come and go, pop in and participate as much or as little as they want. And remember, while the event is specifically created for members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community, allies are welcome to come and show their support. 

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  • 5:00 PMIn-person! Altarpieces Day 3. A 3-Day Participatory Art Project for/by the LGBTQIA+ Community
  • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Queer Italian artist Ruben Montini is inviting members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community to join him and come together to create a collaborative art installation that he has called "Altarpieces." This three-day event of artistic creation, is part of a larger project that brings together LGBTQIA+ communities across the globe. In this way Philly joins queer groups of the UK, Poland, Slovenia, Italy, France, Iran, Brazil, displaced refugee groups (and up next Mexico!) as they come together, embrace community and reclaim power through these collective acts of awareness, vulnerability, strength and creation. 

    During this event participants are asked to bring their own articles of clothing to stitch onto the altarpiece which will be covered in the homotransphobic phrases our community has suffered. Why one’s own clothes? Personal clothes are seen in this sense as empirical witnesses of the discrimination suffered, steeped in our fear and in the insults we all bear. 

     Other community members are also welcome to come and bear witness as supportive allies. All are welcome. 

    More info on the project and artist can be found HERESCHEDULE

    Monday February 5, 2024, 5:30-7:30pmThe three-day event begins with an explanation of the artist’s vision and research, followed by a moment where those participating may choose to share experiences of discrimination in a safe and collective space (without hierarchies, and where both students and teachers participate). 

    Tuesday February 6, 2024, 12:00pm-3:00pm and 6:00pm-8:00pmParticipants, together with the artist and his assistant, engage in the practice of art making: sewing their used clothing or cutting out the letters from fabrics and sewing them onto the altarpiece.

     Wednesday February 7, 2024, 5:00pm-8:00pmParticipants will continue to work on their art making or come and create for the first time. The evening will conclude with a few remarks, and a moment for reflection and festivities. 

    More info on the schedule can be found HERE

    PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to come every day to participate in this event. Interested people are welcome to come and go, pop in and participate as much or as little as they want. And remember, while the event is specifically created for members of Philadelphia's LGBTQIA+ community, allies are welcome to come and show their support. 

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  • 8:00 PMIn-person! The Secret Cinema presents TOP SECRET 2024: FILMS YOU WEREN'T SUPPOSED TO SEE
  • 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM The Secret Cinema presentsTOP SECRET 2024: FILMS YOU WEREN'T SUPPOSED TO SEEThursday, February 8, 20248:00 pmAdmission: FREEOn Thursday, February 8, the Secret Cinema will present another program of short films never intended for viewing by the general public. It will screen at University City's Rotunda, as part of their monthly free "Bright Bulb" film series.TOP SECRET 2024: FILMS YOU WEREN'T SUPPOSED TO SEE showcases films produced to convey private information from the government, the military and big business, instructional or motivational in nature, to carefully targeted audiences of battle forces in the field, small business owners, large corporations and wholesale buyers of products. Spanning from the cold war era through the 1970s, these forgotten reels reveal long hidden and often surprising views of mid-century America. At least one of these films was originally marked as containing "Restricted" information (and for all we know it is still officially restricted!).An irregular series, TOP SECRET programs have been presented by Secret Cinema a couple of times before, but this episode contains all-new material, never before shown by us (or probably anyone else since their original private screenings).There will be one complete program, starting at 8:00 pm. Admission is free.As always with Secret Cinema events, the films will be shown using real film (not video) projected on a giant screen.Just a few highlights of TOP SECRET 2024: FILMS YOU WEREN'T SUPPOSED TO SEE are:POLICE PURSUIT DRIVING (1964, Jam Handy Productions for Chevrolet) - For rookie cops learning how to lay rubber around city streets like Starsky and Hutch, this instructional film provided valuable tips on how to do so safely (or at least a tad less dangerously) -- while also showcasing the excellent handling of Chevy's latest Bel Air model, equipped with optional "police package."Sales cartoon (1952) - "Here's Ted Sanders, salesman of industrial lubricants..." But Ted's clever tactics could help any salesman facing tough obstacles to closing the deal. The minimal, very 1950s animation style helped sell the message to its audience.SUSTAINED OPERATIONS (1947, U.S.A.F.) - A motivational film for members of the newly formed U.S. Air Force, stressing the need for diligence across all of the supporting teams ensuring the constant readiness needed for our air dominance across the Pacific.INDUSTRIAL DESIGN PROGRESS REPORT 1960 (IBM) - Eliot Noyes worked for IBM for 21 years, creating their first corporate-wide design program. In this rare film he discusses those design concerns, showing how they created a practical, unified look for their new computer consoles, paper tape readers and high speed printers. Noyes would soon design the IBM Selectric typewriter and the look of Mobil gas stations, and is considered one of the key industrial designers and architects of the 20th century.Plus FOR THOSE WHO SERVE (Exide Battery), "Colgate convention reel," and much more!Admission is FREE
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  • 11:00 AMIn-person! Pre-Valentine's Day Flea Market
  • 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Animal ACTivists of Philly presentPre-Valentine's Day Flea Market Have a heart for animals this February and indulge in free vegan snacks, a visit from Scary Cupid, and all to support a good cause!Examples of new or gently used items available: vintage items, jewelry, games, collectibles, and many other items that will steal your heart. All funds raised will be donated to an animal sanctuary that is chosen by volunteers the day of the event. At our last event - "Holiday Bizarre Flea Market" we raised $358 for Uncle Neil's Home Farm Sanctuary. Let's aim for $500 this time!Admission is FREE
  • 7:00 PMIn-person! Soleful Vol. 10
  • 7:00 PM - 11:59 PM

    This is our 10th installment !!! Our resident DJ @djlonelythebronxonian is going in per USUAL for 5 HOURS bringing that Soul, Afro, Deep, Broken beat VIBE !!! Don’t miss it! It’s an all age DANCE party. Bring a friend and get ya life! It’s ok to bring your Mom, Dad, brother, sister, auntie and uncle too! All are welcome!There will also be a showcase by @justsolesdt for Black History Month !!! You won’t want to miss that !!!7pm- 12amGeneral Admission is $10College Students rate in $5All Digital Payments methods accepted! No Cash Please

     

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  • 11:00 AMIn-person! QMart
  • 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM QMart11am-5pmAn LGBTQ+ market for Black and Brown, trans, queer, and nonbinary folks Featuring Philly local artists and brands
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  • 7:00 PMOnline! Should Artists Start an LLC? A virtual discussion exploring the benefits of artists establishing their LLC. with Donna M. Seapoe, Tax Preparer
  • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM The Bigger Picture presents a FREE workshop: Should Artists Start an LLC? - A virtual discussion exploring the benefits of artists establishing their LLC. with Donna M. Seapoe, Tax PreparerJoin us for an online event where we'll explore the question: should artists start an LLC? Whether you're a painter, musician, or any other type of creative, this discussion is for you. Discover the benefits of forming a limited liability company (LLC) as an artist, including protecting your personal assets and gaining tax advantages. Our panel of experts will share their insights and experiences, offering valuable advice to help you make an informed decision. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how an LLC can benefit your artistic career! This event is VIRTUAL and is on Zoom. Please register HERE in order to receive the Zoom link. 
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  • 6:00 PMIn-person! Vogue Drop-in Session
  • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Practice for the balls! Vogue drop-in. All are welcome. These [almost] weekly sessions are free unless the event is a ball in which case the admission price will be stated in the event info. 
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  • 12:00 PMIn-person! Weekly Improvised Music Session
  • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Weekly Improvised Music Session. All are welcome to come and jam if you like to play improvised music. Almost every Wednesday 12pm-2pm
  • 7:30 PMIn-person! Alash Tuvan Throat-singers
  • 7:30 PM - 9:15 PM

    Bowerbird is pleased to present Philadelphia favorites Alash for a FREE concert. Alash are masters of Tuvan throat singing (xöömei), a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. Masters of traditional Tuvan instruments as well as the art of throat singing, Alash are deeply committed to traditional Tuvan music and culture. At the same time, they are fans of western music. Believing that traditional music must constantly evolve, the musicians subtly infuse their songs with western elements, creating their own unique style that is fresh and new, yet true to their Tuvan musical heritage.

    *Please note: The performance starts at 7:30pm. Seating and admission to the building for the performance will be on a first come first served basis. Doors will open at 6:45pm. We are not accepting reservations for this event*

    Admission is FREE

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  • 7:30 PMIn-person! *8x8: Eight Eight-Minute Sets by a Menagerie of Musicians. The triumphant return of the People's Music Supply Band
  • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM *8x8Eight Eight-Minute Sets by a Menagerie of Musicians. The triumphant return of the People's Music Supply Band

    Lineup of Musicians:

    Alex Smith- Synthesizers, Vocals

    Sonali Singh- Bassoon, Drums, Vocals

    Cameron Heely- something

    Abram Mamet- horn

    Matt Lavelle- Trumpet/Fluegelhorn, Alto/bass Clarinet

    Gladys Nobriga- electric violin and chord organ and something else

    Mekhi Gladden- oboe/ English horn/ clarinet

    Matt Smith Lee- Reeds

    Gabriel Meyer- Trombone, Sax, EVI

    Matteo McDonnell- Accordion

    Julius Masri- mysteries

    Tom Kraines- Cello

    Suggested Donation $10 to $20

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  • 4:00 PMIn-person! TWO PIECE FEST XVII: a celebration of duos
  • 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    TWO PIECE FESTa celebration of duos2PFXVII - 2/17/24 - PHILADELPHIA

    more info soon. DUOS APPLY HERE!DONATE to the TWO PIECE FEST cause - PayPal: behappyrecording@gmail.comOur mission is to bring an inclusive, diverse community of duos together for a beautiful day of positive energy, music, and love.

    more info coming soon! 

     

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  • 6:00 PMIn-person! Vogue Drop-in Session
  • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Practice for the balls! Vogue drop-in. All are welcome. These [almost] weekly sessions are free unless the event is a ball in which case the admission price will be stated in the event info. 
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  • 12:00 PMIn-person! Weekly Improvised Music Session
  • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Weekly Improvised Music Session. All are welcome to come and jam if you like to play improvised music. Almost every Wednesday 12pm-2pm
  • 6:30 PMIn-person! Poet~tree En Motion celebrates the Chinese lunar new year
  • 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

    Poet-tree En Motion will return to The Rotunda on Feb. 21 to celebrate the Chinese lunar new year!

    The event will feature a mindful movement meditation workshop (fusion of TaiChi/Qigong/Kung Fu and Yogic Arts practices) from 6:30-8pm facilitated by Gabrielle de Burke (aka Plum Dragoness) with live musical accompaniment/sound journey by Angela Armour and Scott Soniq.

    The following Poet-tree En Motion event will be on May 1 and will be a May Day/Beltane-inspired spring celebration with a fire arts performance!

    Admission is FREE. Donations are always appreciated but never required. 

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  • 6:30 PMIn-person! Cartooning Workshop with S.R. Arnold
  • 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

    Cartooning Workshop with S.R. Arnold. 6:30pm-9pmCome by and hang out and draw with us! We will be focusing mainly on character design and mood! $5-10 sliding scale. No one turned away for lack of funds. Ages 13+

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  • 1:00 PMCANCELLED! In-person! Royal Tea Party
  • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Cancelled! Royal Tea Party
  • 7:00 PMIn-person! Ten Angry Black Women Cast Party
  • 7:00 PM - 11:59 PM Come out and enjoy yourselves as you meet the cast from the phenomenal stage play, TEN ANGRY BLACK WOMENRefreshment's & beverages providedHosted by Sherry ManleyHost- Kandey BrownCo-Host Sylvia StinsonEntrance Fee $20.00For more information 267 684 8920
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  • 6:00 PMIn-person! Vogue Drop-in Session
  • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Practice for the balls! Vogue drop-in. All are welcome. These [almost] weekly sessions are free unless the event is a ball in which case the admission price will be stated in the event info. 
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  • 9:00 PMIn-person! The Gathering
  • 9:00 PM - 11:59 PM The Gathering! breakin, DJs, ciphers, and more info to come. 9pm-1am. Admission is $3 before 10pm, $5 after. More info to come soon!
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