events
The Capitol Years
Thursday, 06/18/2009@ 8PM
What: Their first show in almost a year, Capitol Years will play Kungfu Necktie thanks to R5 Productions. Strokes-esque rock with lilting vocal harmonies, chiming guitars, and unforgettable pop hooks. Featuring The War on Drugs and The High Strung. Promises to be quite the night of power pop and dreamy rock.
Where: Kungfu Necktie, 1248 N. Front St. (Front & Thompson-- a block from Girard Ave El Stop in Fishtown), Philadelphia, PA
Cost: $10 | 21+
http://r5productions.com/
Challenge 3
Friday, 05/08/2009 to Friday, 07/03/2009@ 11AM
What: In its third exhibition of Fleisher Art Memorial's Wind Challenge series, Challenge 3 showcases the work of three talented artists. Johanna Inman will be showing old photographs focusing on disregarded books and highlighting the subtleties of time and decomposition; Yvonne Lung will show a video installation based on stories told to her by Chinese immigrants and Constantina Zavitsanos will be showing unique, engaging sculptures. Gallery hours are 11AM - 5PM.
Where: Dene M. Louchheim Galleries @ 719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia PA
Cost: Free | all ages
East Asian Art
Thursday, 03/12/2009 to Sunday, 02/28/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM & Fri 10AM-8:45PM
What: This two part exhibit highlights similar art themes across neighboring cultures. The first part features Korean screen paintings with notable Chinese narratives like General Guo Ziyi’s Banquet and the Hundred Children. These images are presented alongside Chinese ceramics of the Qing dynasty (1616–1912).
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: Adults: $16, Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14, Students (with valid ID): $12, Children (ages 13–18): $12 (ages 12 & under): Free
Proper House Music
Thursday, 06/18/2009@ 10PM
What: Come experience the dance floor at Fluid Nightclub. Every third Thursday of the month, Fluid host one of the best house music club nights in the city. DJ's John Creamer, Judy Vukas and Richard Creamer.
Where: Fluid Nighclub
613 South 4th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: $10
Wrought & Crafted
Saturday, 05/09/2009 to Sunday, 01/31/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM, Fri 10AM-8:45PM
What: Philadelphia's several centuries worth of rich history in metalwork inspired this exhibition. On display are works (hollowware, sculpture, and jewelry) by notable 21st century Philadelphia metalsmiths as well as recognized artists around the country.
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: Members: Free; Adults: $16; Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14; Students (with valid ID): $12; Children (ages 13–18): $12, (ages 12 & under): Free
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