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(Courtesy of Matthew McLaughlin, Philly Tango Festival)
Things To Do
Community
May 23 - 29, 2019

Trot on over to Devon, browse the wares of history and salute the service of fallen troops

Honoring fallen service members, Devon’s mane event and the art of tango are just a few of this week’s “Things To Do.”

6 years ago

Listen 4:54
Danai Gurira, Lupita Nyong'o and Florence Kasumba are pictured in a scene from the film, Black Panther. Gurira says the representation of women in Black Panther is important for young girls to see. (Matt Kennedy/Disney/Marvel Studios via AP)
Things To Do
Community
May 16 - 22, 2019

March, munch and marvel at black comic superheroes this May weekend

A parade celebrating the LGBT community, festivals with food at the forefront and black comic book superheroes are the focus of this week’s Things To Do.

6 years ago

(BigStock)
Things To Do
Community
May 9 - 15, 2019

Celebrate your Mom, release your inner artist, and delight in flowers

Moms, parks, artwork with a twist and music accessible to all are highlighted this weekend.

6 years ago

August Wilson’s award-winning play
Things To Do
Community
May 2 - 9, 2019

Vegan dining, street festivals and Cinco De Mayo celebrations await

Philadelphia’s Chinese Lantern Festival will once again illuminate the night, Valerie June’s Astral Plane Tour stops in Ardmore, and “Fences” makes for good drama this weekend

6 years ago

Philadelphia rapper Chill Moody at The Boom Room recording studio in Fishtown. (Jennifer Lynn/WHYY)
Things To Do
Community
April 26 - May 1, 2019

Indulge in a foodie’s paradise, take in a jazzy night, cheer on athletes at Penn Relays

Take advantage of the spring weather with this week's picks.

6 years ago

Listen 4:24
People dressed as Easter bunnies pose for a photo.
Things To Do
Community
April 19 - 25, 2019

Celebrate Easter, Passover and the Earth

This week, Easter and Passover celebrations abound; events focus on R&B and spoken word; and Earth Day observations await in New Jersey.

7 years ago

Listen 5:16
 The Free Library of Philadelphia. (Paige Pfleger/WHYY)
Things To Do
Community
April 11 - 18, 2019

Take in some jazz, give the Free Library its due, or celebrate Japanese culture

Check out the latest edition of the Free Library, exult in the beauty of Fairmount Park, or follow the footsteps of African-American artists in North Philly.

7 years ago

Listen 4:26
Rainbow kites
Things To Do
Community
April 4 - 10, 2019

High-flying kites for all ages, fine art for everyone and Bollywood in N.J.

Revisit one of rock’s most enduring bands, browse an eclectic array of art or get out in the great outdoors to fly a kite this weekend.

7 years ago

Listen 3:54
Gary Clark Jr. (Courtesy of WME)
Things To Do
Community
March 28 - April 3, 2019

Raise a glass of wine, cheer on the Phils, or take your pick of jazz, rock, R&B

You can celebrate “The Crown” in Delaware, take in a baseball game or hear music from legends in the making − and legends taking their last bow.

7 years ago

Listen 4:50
Shofuso Japanese House & Garden
Things To Do
Community
March 21 - 27, 2019

Celebrate National Poetry Day, party like a mad hatter, and say goodbye to Madea

This weekend, you can enjoy Japanese culture in Fairmount Park, learn about Philadelphia’s history of strong women, and listen to diverse wordsmiths on South Street.

7 years ago

Listen 5:06
Courtesy of the Israeli Film Festival of Philadelphia
Things To Do
Community
March 14 - 20, 2019

Dance, dine, and linger over a few fine films

Women are heralded in dance and film, musicians pay tribute to the work of the late Amy Winehouse, and dining out is a charitable event in King of Prussia.

7 years ago

Listen 5:26
Students from the McHugh School of Irish Dance in Delaware County perform during the Saint Patrick's Day Parade.
Things To Do
Community
March 7 - 13, 2019

Exotic flowers, classic sounds and women making history stand out

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day a week early with a parade on the 10th, or check out another one of our picks.

7 years ago

Listen 4:48
Tulips on display at the 2018 Philadelphia Flower Show. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Things To Do
Community
February 28 - March 6, 2019

Music, flowers, dance, and the dawn of Women’s History Month

Ushering in Women’s History Month, the music of Billy Joel and Elton John, a weekend of dance and flower power highlight this week’s “Things To Do.”

7 years ago

Listen 4:35
Marsha Ambrosius performs during a tribute to lifetime achievement award winner Anita Baker at the BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Sunday, June 24, 2018, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)
Things To Do
Community
February 21 - 27, 2019

Music, food, festivals and a return to boxing on Broad Street

Musicians with ties to the region take the stage, East Passyunk welcomes restaurant week, and craft beers are on the menu in Kennett Square this week.

7 years ago

Listen 3:32
Boyz II Men members, from left, Wanya Morris, Nathan Vanderpool, Shawn Stockman and Mike McCary pose for a photo
Things To Do
Community
February 14 - 20, 2019

Lovely, lively Valentine’s Day array features Magic Gardens, nature … and axes

Last-minute choices for Valentine’s Day ﹘ and “Galantine’s Day” ﹘ an African-American film festival in Delaware, and wildlife on display in this week’s “Things To Do.”

7 years ago

Listen 4:58
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