Love is in the air this week! Take your loved ones somewhere special and celebrate love in no better place but the City of Brotherly Love (and Sisterly Affection)! Tag your events out and about in Philadelphia with #ThisWeekinPhilly.
Monday, February 12
- Kick off Valentine’s Day week with Love Week at TORC Yoga*. Everyday a new class offers a chance to commit to and work on your best relationship, the one with yourself!
- POWER Speaker Series presents Philadelphia: A Millennial Mecca. This panel discussion led by expert researchers will give insight on why Philadelphia is one of the top cities for millennials to thrive in. Register here.
- FREE Workshop! Grant Writing for Beginners begins at 6 p.m. at The Rotunda. As part of the Vision Driven Artist Series this free workshop brings resources to artists arts organization staff, and event curators to help them succeed in the industry.
Tuesday, February 13
- Hosted by Shop Sixty Five, the Valentine’s Fundraiser Shopping Event will begin at 5:30 p.m. 10% of all sales will benefit Jefferson Nicoletti Kidney Transplant Center. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served, as well as informal modeling, live entertainment, and free gift wrapping.
- Thinking about applying for the Art and Change Grant or the Leeway Transformation Award but not quite sure how to? Join from anywhere for the Livestreamed Info Session (ACG). RSVP here.
- Clarkville Philly has the food and drinks your looking for. Order a heart-shaped pizza and enjoy drink specials with your sweat heart, friends or whoever! Walk-ins welcomed or make reservations here.
Wednesday, February 14 – Happy Valentine’s Day!
- Prepare for a night of entertainment and laughter with Love Now Media’s “Crazy In Love” Valentine’s Day Celebration. Comedians will put on a hilarious show and lucky audience members will have the chance to compete for prizes with the 1-minute love story competition. Don’t miss it!
- Power Street Theatre Company presents #NEWWORLDMATRIARCHY- Womyn of Color LOVE Slam! This unique performance will showcase art, HERstories and cultural identities. Spread the love with Power Street!
- The Trestle Inn wants you to be their Valentine this week at Shine A Little Love Valentine’s Week Happy Hour. All weekend their will be drink specials, Valentine’s Day themed cocktails, and no cover charge.
Thursday, February 15
- Attention secret agents: your mission this week is to attend Glamsino Royale: Diamonds Are Forever. Food and cocktails will be served as guests dressed in their best attire can play classic casino games and have the chance to win fabulous prizes. All proceeds benefit Action Wellness*.
- Grammy Award- nominated artist Tyler, The Creator will be performing at The Liacouras Center as part of his tour promoting his recent album, Flower Boy. The tour will feature performances by Vince Staples and a DJ set by Taco.
Friday, February 16
- Give into all cravings this week and check out Drink Philly’s Third Annual Wine & Chocolate Social. Featuring some of the area’s tastiest sweet treats and boozy delights this event is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!
- Philly Home + Garden Show in Oaks beings on Friday and goes through the weekend. The weekend is full of guest speakers, workshops, crafts, as well as chances to win awesome prizes.
Saturday, February 17
- Beer Festival w/ Unlimited Pours! Held at XFINITY Live! there will be unlimited samplings of 150+ great beers from 75+ breweries plus live music, tournaments, games, and access to the unforgettable after party!
- TORC Nutrition Lab: Love Yourself Through Mindful Eating and Yoga at TORC Yoga*. Focus on self-love and nurture your mind, body, and soul.
- Field House Sports Bar is celebrating ten years in the city with a 10 Year Anniversary Party! A live band, 40 local drafts on tap, and a huge dance floor makes this a celebration not to be missed!
Sunday, February 18
- Bonnie MacAllister will lead Create a Chapbook: Ghazal. A chapbook is a small paperback booklet, typically containing poems or fiction. This is Part I of a three-part series and will take place monthly, on the third Sunday of each month.
- Join Cambodian American Girls Empowering for CAGE Monthly Khmer Dance Workshops! Learn the basics of Khmer dance and enjoy refreshments from local locations. RSVP here:
- The closing show of the Tony-award winning production Passing Strange will be held at the Wilma Theater. Thus is a unique musical performance you won’t soon forget!
*TORC Yoga and Action Wellness, are clients of Philly PR Girl.
