This Week In Philly

this week in phillyFinally, Spring is in the air! This week, celebrate the first week of spring outside with free water ice and lots of fun events in Philadelphia.

Monday, March 18

  • Honor International Women’s Day with Grassroots Organizing in the Era of #MeToo. This exceptional panel discussion includes activists on the front lines of ending sexual violence and harassment against women and girls.
  • Cheer on Cake Life Bake Shop’s head baker Becca Craig and co-owner, Lily Fischer, as they compete on Food Network’s Winner Cake All! Join the viewing party for the episode premiere at 10pm, the party starts at 9pm.

Tuesday, March 19

  • Join Philly DevOps at the March Meetup, presented by Gitlabs. Meet at 6:30pm at The Comcast Studio. Engage in informational lectures, followed by networking and drinks!
  • Create your own miniature world with Terrarium Party at Sona in Manayunk. Unwind and get creative with plants, stones and ornaments. Tickets include a complimentary drink.
  • From the creators of Les Misérables comes the new production of Broadway’s Miss Saigon at the Academy of Music. Follow the story of Kim, a young Vietnamese woman, who meets an American G.I. in an encounter that changes their lives forever.
  • Cheer on the Flyers as they play the Montreal Canadiens at 7pm at the Wells Fargo Center.

Wednesday, March 20

  • Celebrate the first day of spring at Rita’s Water Ice! Stop by any Rita’s for their free annual Italian Ice event.
  • Join the discussion and learn how to grow your small business with the office of Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown and with Young Professional Michelle Snow. This Brown Lunch series workshop will is part of the provide lunch and will be held at City Hall Room 401.
  • Tyler Perry is bringing the family back together one last time for Madea’s Farewell Play Tour. Make sure to see fan favorite Madea at the Met before she retires after 20 years.
  • Clap your hands, everybody, 76ers are playing the Boston Celtics at 7pm at the Wells Fargo Center.

Thursday, March 21

  • Learn how to be your own boss and talk to other girl bosses at Ladies Get Paid: How to Be Your Own Boss. Discussion topics include, managing finances, balancing life and business and discovering your passions!
  • Join NExT Philadelphia at Temple University for an opportunity to network and have a voice while Connecting Current & Future Leaders in Philadelphia. Congressman Dwight Evans will be the featured speaker at this event and this is a chance to have your voice heard!
  • Grab your tickets to see American rapper, singer and songwriter T-Pain at the Theater of the Living Arts.

Friday, March 22

  • The Academy of Natural Sciences is hosting Dinos after Dark. This event at The Academy Of Natural Sciences will have family activities and the Dino Drafts Beer Garden in Dinosaur Hall.
  • Enjoy a night with British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac at the Wells Fargo Center.
  • All weekend long, Beverly’s Beauty & Wellness is holding Spring Revival Northern Liberties Wellness Weekend. Activities and classes include crafts, vinyasa yoga, meditation classes, herbalist classes, reiki courses, and more.
  • As if! South Street Cinema is playing Clueless for their Retro Friday movie showing.The night will have raffles, giveaways and art from the Art Mart.

Saturday, March 23

  • The ninth annual Phillies Charities 5K starts and ends at Citizens Bank Park. Proceeds benefit the charitable organizations that the Phillies Charity supports.
  • The High Life party is back at Chatayee Thai!* As usual, your favorite resident DJs: Shango, Venus 7, and lil’dave will be providing their special blend of deep house, Afrobeat, Latin rhythms, and dance classics.
  • Come out and join TrapXCanvas in a cultural experience and don’t worry about painting within the lines. This 21+ event at Pulaski Hall will have music, dancing and painting!  
  • Wow friends and family at home after attending Amis Trattoria hands-on pasta class! The class includes instruction, house wine and refreshments, and 4-course pasta tasting.
  • Enjoy the festivities and food of the Indonesian Food Festival. Enjoy cultural performances, traffles, games and trying new things.
  • Cheer on the Flyers as they play the New York Islanders at the Wells Fargo center at 7pm.

Sunday, March 24

  • Sing your heart out with some of the best Philadelphia area talents at MISSION: POSSIBLE. This event is is in support of the Cancer Support Community Greater Philadelphia (CSCGP). Tickets include all day access to Victory Beer Hall, live entertainment, open bar times, drink specials, and free parking.
  • Laugh out loud at Comedy on the Loose at Punch Line Philly. See some of the best emerging stand up comedians in the industry, including comedians from The Late Show and Stephen Colbert.
  • The Isha Foundation is offering a free yoga class for beginners. This session will offer simple, but powerful yoga postures to bring stability and balance.
  • Evil Genius Philly will be holding their first of many Beer Pairing Dinner. This four-course pairing menu will be paired with four 8 ounce pours of seasonal and lab-exclusive beers.

* Chatayee Thai is a client of Philly PR Girl.