Megawords Storefront Exhibition
Monday, 09/08/2008 to Tuesday, 09/30/2008@ Various Times

What: Megawords --- the free Philadelphia-based magazine that collaborates with dozens of renowned and unknown artists and thinkers to cover the world through words and pictures --- will leap off the page and into a month-long storefront exhibition during September 2008. The Megawords storefront project and exhibition will include a month-long period of intense activity including permanent and rotating installations, guest speakers, musical performances, workshops and film screenings.

Where: The Megawords Storefront. 1125 N. Cherry Street (corners of 11th and Cherry Streets).

Cost: Free

For more info and specific events, visit their website: www.megawordsmagazine.com/storefront.php

Bouffant Bangout
Wednesday, 09/24/2008@ 9PM-2AM

What: DJ Snakpak takes it waaaaay back to the old school with this free dance party. Enjoy 50's and 60's tunes as well as French pop and more! And get limber for the midnight limbo contest!

Where: The Barbary, 951 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Free, 21+

Gee's Bend
Tuesday, 09/16/2008 to Sunday, 12/14/2008@ Tues-Sun, 10AM-5PM; Fridays, until 8:45PM

What: See the truly extraordinary creations by members of the Gee's Bend community in Alabama. This exhibition of quilts made in the unique, African-American tradition, includes some from the early 20th century as well as very recent work.

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $14/adults, $12/Seniors (65+), $10/Students, 13-18, Free/12 and under

Making a Scene
Wednesday, 09/24/2008@ 10PM-2AM

What:   Socialite Scott hosts a night of fashion, music, and glam at the Vango Lounge. DJ Michael Anderer will heat up the night with dance beats while Philadelphia's fashion experts take over the dance floor.

Where:   Vango Lounge and Skybar @ 116 S. 18th St Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   free

Mock Orange
Wednesday, 09/24/2008@ 8PM

What:     Mock Orange performs at The Khyber for their release of Captain Love on September 9th. Joined by Miniature Tigers.

Where:     The Khyber, 56 S. 2nd St Philadelphia, PA

Cost:     $10 | 21+

Philadelphia DJ Day
Wednesday, 09/24/2008@ 9PM

What: Be a part of Philadelphia's first annual DJ Day. After years of reaping their aural contributions to the international, national and local music scene, it's time to chronicle the greatness that is the Philadelphia DJs. Prepare yourself for a turnout of well over 100 of Philly's top turntablists at the after party.

Where:    G Lounge.  111 s. 17th Street Philadelphia

Cost:    Free

Poetry Contest
Monday, 09/22/2008 to Saturday, 11/01/2008

What: Thoughts Kept Hidden Publishing Company encourages you to submit your poetry and gain some recognition for your well-deserving talent. $1000 cash grand prize as well as opportunities for 20 poets to have their work published in an upcoming book.

Where: Submit no later than Nov. 1 via email to thoughtskepthidden@yahoo.com or check out thoughtskepthidden.com/. You can also mail poems to PO Box 25150, Philadelphia, PA, 19147

Cost: Free

Rachael Yamagata
Wednesday, 09/24/2008@ 9PM

What:   R5 Productions presents acclaimed NYC singer/songwriter Rachael Yamagata, who brings her mellow style with piano accompaniment to Philly.

Where:   Johnny Brenda's. Girard and Frankfurt Aves.

Cost:   $15

Real Pirates
Saturday, 05/31/2008 to Sunday, 11/02/2008@ Mon-Tues: 9AM-5PM, Wed-Sat: 9AM-8PM, Sun: 9AM-7PM

What: Fulfill all of your unrealized childhood fantasies with a look at the world's first exhibition of authentic pirate treasure. The Real Pirates Exhibition, produced by National Geographic, displays over 200 artifacts from Whydah- a real pirate ship discovered off of the coast of Cape Cod.

Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 N 20th St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Varies, see www2.fi.edu/exhibits/traveling/pirates/tickets.php for more information.

Group pricing can be found here. or by calling 1.800.285.0684

Tickets can also be found at www.ticketmaster.com

State Fair
Tuesday, 09/02/2008 to Sunday, 10/19/2008@ Various Times

What: The 200th season of Rodgers & Hammerstein's State Fair, an old-fashioned all-American Broadway musical, is featured against the backdrop of the American heartland tradition. Leave the farm in Iowa and head over to the State Fair where prizes are won and dreams come true!

Where: Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $10-$125

Call 215-336-1234 for Ticketmaster or 215-574-3550, ext. 1 for more information.

Terror Behind the Walls
Friday, 09/19/2008 to Sunday, 11/02/2008@ 7P.M. to 10P.M. weeknights, 7P.M. to 11P.M. Fridays & Sundays, 7P.M. to 12A.M. Saturdays

What:    Called “perfect for Halloween” by the New York Times and ranked No. 5 in the nation by A.O.L. Digital City, Terror Behind the Walls is the region’s premier haunted attraction - a special, spooky Halloween tour of Eastern state Penitentiary.

Where:    Easter State Penitentiary, 22nd and Fairmount Ave

Cost:    $20 Monday through Thursday; $25 Fridays and Sundays; $30 Saturdays