This Week in Philly

this week in philly

Monday, December 12

  • Celebrate Frank Sinatra’s 101st Birthday at Little Nonna’s in Midtown Village. A prix fixe menu consists of Frank’s Italian favorites such as prosciutto-wrapped figs, seafood pasta, and mouthwatering desserts like lemon ricotta torte or pistachio-olive oil cannoli.
  • Brush up on British Lit and come to Broad Street Ministry for an entertaining production of Shakespeare’s All’s Well That Ends Well. Dan Hodge directs a cast featuring Damon Bonetti as Parolles, the foolish rogue.

Tuesday, December 13

  • Get in the giving spirit at GenPhilly’s Wrappy Hour at Urban Saloon. Bring new gift donations to support Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly Holiday Gift Drive and network while you wrap and whet your palette. Specials include $1 off drafts, $5.50 house wines, and half off appetizers.
  • Sisters Kristy Carabello and Stef Emery are producing organic clothing and accessories right here in Philadelphia. Visit their Orgotton Pop Up Shop at 1832 East Passyunk Avenue all throughout December for local, sustainable gifts.

Wednesday, December 14

  • Cheers to Spirits and Suds with Santa on East Passyunk Avenue! Your ticket gets you access to drink specials and bar snack deals at 11 bars and restaurants on one of America’s best foodie streets. Collect stamps on your Santa’s Sipping Stamp Card for  a chance to win $275 in gift certificates and other prizes.
  • Mix and mingle with a little holiday jingle at Philadelphia Interactive Marketing Association (PhIMA)’s Holiday Party. Starting at 6:30 p.m. at Garces Trading Company, tickets include open bar and hors d’oeuvres, followed by delectable dinner stations. The event will also support Bringing Hope Home by collecting donations for a local family in need.

Thursday, December 15

  • Visit Philadelphia and Old City District present the new Historic Holiday Nights. From 5 – 8 p.m., enjoy drink and food specials throughout the neighborhood’s restaurants, extended shopping hours and special sales, and art gallery discounts.
  • Get glowing at The Rittenhouse Spa & Club’s Hot Glo Yoga. The evening includes a 60-minute poolside hot yoga session, followed by a refreshing Radiant Glo Juice by Sip-N-Glo. The deliciously healthy juice is made of carrot, orange, peach hibiscus tea, pineapple, turmeric and lemon. Attendees receive a $20 retail credit and 15% off all items during this evening.
  • Stop by Pinot Boutique to experience a new, limited-time partnership of delicious, healthy favorites from Snap Kitchen. Paired with some of Dan the Wine Man’s favorite pours, samplings include: flavorful chimichurri beef, lean turkey meatloaf, and grilled kale brown rice bowl.

Friday, December 16

  • Get artsy at The Barnes Foundation Open House with free admission including the Live and Life Will Give You Pictures: Masterworks of French Photography exhibition. Use the after-hours opportunity to marvel at the fine art, shop artisanal gifts from local vendors, and enjoy wine tastings. Stop by the photo booth to snap a 19th-century selfie and use #LiveandLifePhoto.
  • FringeArts presents Get Pegged cabaret co-curated and hosted by John Jarboe. This sexy and sensual show will feature artist of the month, Penny Arcade. Get GA tickets for the delightfully daring performance, or upgrade to a table at La Peg to include food and drink.
  • In the heart of Rittenhouse’s Wetherill Mansion, the Philadelphia Fashion Alliance & Philadelphia Art Alliance present A Holiday Pop Up Story for a second year. Shop from exclusive holiday collections from six up-and-coming local designers: Granate Pret, Jovan O’Connor, MinkeeBlue, Terese Sydonna, Supra Endura, and Cloth2Clay.

Saturday, December 17

  • If you’re looking for a fun run, the Hot Toddy 5k at XfinityLive! includes a warmup stretch by Sweat Fitness beforehand and a special warm up afterwards. Enjoy a free hot toddy with your choice of Jack Daniel’s whiskey. Other swag and perks include a long-sleeved race shirt, insulated mug, exclusive drink specials post-race and live entertainment.
  • The Trans-Siberian Orchestra comes to town for their all-star act. The progressive rock band will play two back-to-back shows at the Wells Fargo Center. The first showing is 3:30 p.m. and the second is at 8:00 p.m.
  • Get personal with the Kimmel Center’s “Broadway Up Close” series featuring FOX Glee’s Matthew Morrison at 8 p.m. Hosted by Seth Rudetsky, who has been called the “Mayor of Broadway,” this event takes the audience behind-the-scenes. Grab a Price Level 1 ticket and it includes a VIP meet and greet with Matthew Morrison!

Sunday , December 18

  • Support small businesses and local vendors at the Go West! Craft Fest in West Philadelphia’s majestic The Rotunda (4014 Walnut Street). Find 80+ unique creations such as clothing, hand knits, jewelry, prints, soft toys, spa gifts, gourmet foods, ornaments, and much more.
  • Eat, drink and be merry at Devil’s Creek Brewery Holiday Party in Collingswood, NJ. There will be lite bites, a new seasonal beer release, raffles and live music. Tickets include one free beer and drink specials for the rest of the afternoon.