Here’s whats going on this week in Philly
Monday, September 8th
- Getting Paid To Talk: An Introduction to the Voice Over Industry- At Cavanaughs Headhouse, around 6:30pm, come and learn about the quickly growing voice-over industry, and how you can get paid, by just talking! To purchase tickets click here!
- The Psychology & Behavior of Dogs: If you own a dog, and sometimes wonder why they act a particular way, or want to learn more about their behavior, this is a seminar you wont want to miss! Head over to 1901 Vine Street, at 11 am, to listen to Carlo Siracusa, a DVM, Ms, PhD, and Director of Animal Behavior Service at the University of Pennsylvania, explain the latest discoveries about the psychology and behavior of dogs over the last 5 years! For more information, click here!
- Center City District Restaurant Week- It is back, and in full swing, restaurant week is here! Starting on September 7th, and going through to September 19th, there are plenty of chances to taste some of Philadelphia’s amazing eats! More than 120 of Philadelphia’s restaurants are participating and offer great deals that allow you to try dishes that you wouldn’t necessarily try! Be sure to make your reservations soon! For more information, visit their page, here!
Tuesday, September 9th
- Start My Business: Social Media- Join the Women’s Business Coop at the Impact Hub to finally take that business concept of yours, and turn it into a reality. Work on a business plan, network with other local businesswomen, and ask questions all in a supportive environment. For more information, visit Impact Hub’s website, here!
- Benefit Exhibition for Ballet X- Bridgette Mayer Gallery is holding, for the fourth time, the benefit exhibition in support of Ballet X. More than 220 artists have been chosen to create 400 paintings, photographs, collages and sculptures for this exhibition. The exhibition will be open through October 9th, so make sure you take the time to visit these beautiful pieces of art! For more information, click here!
Wednesday, September 10th
- High Holiday Wine Tasting- Are you going to be in Philly for Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur? If you are, and are between the ages of 21-45, join others at the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, at 6pm to enjoy wine tasting, light hors d’oeuvres, and mingling with other Jewish graduates and young professionals. There is a $10 dollar admission fee, but $5 dollars for students with a valid ID. For more information, look at the Facebook event, here! And for tickets, click here!
- 2nd Annual Battle of the Burger- Philadelphia Magazine is hosting the 2nd annual Battle of the Burger presented by Amstel light and they are counting on YOU to vote on which burgers will make it to the final competition! Come to the Piazza at Schmidt’s at 5pm, and be sure to come hungry! Tickets are required, so to buy your own, click here!
Thursday, September 11th
- VIP Grand Opening at the new Kings Oak- Join the crew from Kings Oak as they celebrate their new location! Now Located on Germantown Ave, although the location is new, everything you loved about Kings Oak including the drinks, and yummy food, is the same! Be sure to stop by and enjoy the promotions! $20 dollar open bar from 10pm-12am, which includes complimentary bar snacks! For more information, click here!
- Police & Firefighters Night at the Phillies Game- Watching the Phillies, and supporting our Police & Firefighters; sounds about perfect! Head to Citizens Bank Park for the second annual Police & Firefighters celebration at 7:05pm, when the Phillies host the Pittsburgh Pirates. To get your tickets, click here!
Friday, September 12th
- Led Zeppelin 2: Tribute to the Legendary Hard Rockers- Tribute Band Led Zeppelin 2 captures the dynamic experience of one of classic rocks legendary live bands. Grab some fellow fans, head to Theatre of The Living Arts at 9pm, and enjoy the concert, because Led Zeppelin 2 is said to be one of the best Zeppelin tribute bands out there! For tickets, visit this page!
- Mad Blood & Other Beauties Opening Night- A new play based on Romeo and Juliet, written by Jason Rosenberg and directed by Philly’s own Jessica Schwartz, will begin at the stroke of midnight on Friday night, at The Adrienne in center city Philadelphia. For more information, and to get your tickets now, visit their Facebook event page here!
Saturday, September 13th
- Side Walk Sale, Flea Market and More- Shop antiques, vintage furniture, home décor, clothing, jewelry, and accessories at the Antique/Vintage Flea market & Sidewalk Sale from 8am-4pm! This year it will be hosted between Morris and Mifflin Street, off of East Passayunk Avenue. Make sure you stop by and find some treasures to take home! For more info, click here!
- Harrah’s PhillyFest 2014- Celebrate the best of gourmet food, wine, music and local art at the Harrah’s PhillyFest! It’s a rare opportunity to experience 5 different festivals in one place at one time, so be sure to be there at noon for some fun! For more information, click here!
- Women’s Cancer Walk: New Jersey to Philadelphia- At 10am, at the Campbell’s field in Camden, NJ the community will gather to walk, fight cancer, and create awareness together. This walk creates hope, and mothers, daughters, sisters, and wives will walk from New Jersey, to Philadelphia in order to stand up against cancer! For more information about the walk, and to participate, click here!
- Wines of the American Revolution class at Pinot Boutique – Join Dan “The Wine Man” for a history lesson combined with a wine tasting. Come discover and enjoy the wines enjoyed by our Founding Fathers.
Sunday, September 14th
- Equal parts sass, class and Brooklyn brass, the Calamari Sisters return to Penn’s Landing Playhouse with their new show, Back to School with the Calamari Sisters. Stars of the public access cooking show Mangia Italiano, “sisters” Delphine and Carmela have now taken their culinary expertise on the road, bringing their unique (and hilarious) style of teaching to the masses.
- 12th Annual Jessie’s Day “Give the Gift of Scholarship” event with guest MC Mike Jerrick (Fox 29’s Good Day Philadelphia) at Urban Salon. They are turning donations into scholarships and dreams into realities! The event memorializes the life and legacy of Jessica Beth Schwartz, who was born with congenital heart disease.
