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WEDNESDAY, JULY 18TH


Catskill Puppet Theater at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 10:30 a.m. 215- 686-5322.


Children and teens are invited to play new and favorite board games at the Walnut West Library, 201 S. 40th


St., at 2 p.m. 215-685- 7671.


The Dog Days of Sum- mer Festival: Lighting of the historic Levis sign at 517 S. 4th


Street at 6 p.m. The


original Levis Company manufactured hot dogs in Philadelphia for over 100 years on South Street. Fol- lowing the lighting ceremo- ny, the celebration of the 76th Birthday of the Oscar Mayer Weinermobilewill take place with giveaways for patrons. 215-625-7988.


Screening of Dirty Danc- ing at the Jewish History Museum, 55 N. 5th


St. Re-


ception at 6 p.m., film at 7 p.m. $8 Members/$18 Series Package. 215- 923- 3811, http://www.nmajh.org/ publicprograms/#steamy.


Drop off leavers for Com- post at the Dirt Factory, 4308 Market St. on Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. 215-243-0555. compost@universitycity.org.


Farmer’s Market at the Porch at 30th


St. Station from 11 a.m.- 2p.m. 215-243-0555.


Philadelphia Socialist Ac- tion for a screening of “The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil” at the William Way Community Center, 1315 Spruce St., from 6:30-8 p.m. This inspiring film documents the Cuban peoples’ innovative and earth-friendly response to the disappearance of their oil imports after the collapse


First there was the book then came the movie. Tell us which you liked better – the book or the movie-- at the Kingsessing Library, 1201 S. 51st


St., at 1 p.m. Snacks will


be provided. Contact the library at 215-685-0182 for movie selection.


Jazz Poetry etc: Open Reading with Elliott Levin and Friends at the Moon- stone Arts Center, 110 A S. 13th


of the Soviet Union. Organic urban farming, the restruc- turing of mass transit, state- sponsored farming lessons, and more are portrayed in the film to show what is pos- sible through cooperation and sustainability. 215-732- 222, philly.socialistaction@ gmail.com.


The Conversation Club hosts panel discussion/ happy hour mixer: “Does Philadelphia Have a Progres- sive Coalition?” Elena’s Soul Lounge (4912 Baltimore Avenue) from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Join some of city’s progres- sive activist to talk about how - or if - various stake- holder groups in the civic arena can work together for common goals. 215-724-3043.


THURSDAY, JULY 19TH


All children three years of age and older along with their caregivers are invited to explore the ancient art of Yoga with certified instruc- tor, Emma Burkhart at the Philadelphia City Institute, 1905 Locust St., at 11 a.m. Free. 215-685-6621.


Community meeting with Lt. Brian McBride/Sgt. Col- leen Cook of the University City Division of the Phila. 18th Police District, at the Calvary Center, 48th


& Balti-


more, at 6 p.m. Bring your concerns and discuss crime and neighborhood issues. Please share this message with friends and neighbors.


Casing Frankfurter with spicy sauerkraut cole slaw and bavarian sweet mustard from 5pm-7pm. 215-625- 7988.


Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, 38th


& Chestnut,


hosts the Chapel Choir of Selwyn College, University of Cambridge, UK, at 12:15 p.m. Concert performance conducted by Sarah Mac- Donald. Selwyn College Chapel Choir has led wor- ship in the College Chapel since its foundation in the last decade of the nineteenth century. Free will offering. 215.386.0234, ext. 104, www. philadelphiacathedral.org.


Tour the New Parks along the lower Schuylkill River with guide Bob Thomas. Three and a half mile walk- ing tour that begins at the Walnut Street Dock at 5:30 p.m. Trip fee includes trol- ley fare for return to Center City, but not the cost of the optional dinner. Evening and half-day tours: $15.00, non- members $20.00. Pre-reg- istration recommended by not required. 215-879-8159, friends@philaparks.org.


Yumilicisous fruit & Veg- gie enrichment program at the PHS Pop-up Garlen, 1907-15 Walnut St., from noon-1 p.m. (weather per- mitting). Part of PHS’s cam- paign of “Bringing Everyone to the Table,” children will be enchanted while learn- ing about the superpowers of fruit and vegetables from the Yummilicious cartoon characters with crafts, songs, yoga and games. Bring along a healthy lunch * Free for all, but designed for children ages 3-9. 215-988- 8800.


FRIDAY, JULY 20TH St., at 9 p.m. BYOB. $5.


215-735-9600. www.moon- stoneartscenter.org.


Hot Dog Happy Hours will be featured at Supper (926 South Street) and Brauhaus Schmitz (718 South Street). Supper will feature the mini version of the famed Sup- per Dog, during Thursday night’s Happy Hour from 5-7pm. Brauhaus Schmitz will feature Rieker’s Natural


Come listen and dance to live Brazilian rhythms of Samba band PhillyBloco on Friday evening, July 20, 2012 at the Commodore Barry Club in Mt. Airy, Philadel- phia, while supporting arts programs for city children in transitional living situa- tions. Doors open at 8 p.m. with music starting at 9 p.m. Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. 215-510- 6791.


Learn about different aspects of theater for chil- dren aged 8-14 years at


the Haverford Library, 5543 Haverford Ave from 1-4 p.m. Pre-registration is required; contact Ms. Rebekah at 215-685-1964. A final public performance will be held on August 3rd at 3 p.m. 215- 685-1965.


The Friends of Walnut West Library holds wonder- ful book sales every Friday from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on the sidewalk at 40th & Walnut Streets. 215-686-7671.


Storytelling Fridays at the Walnut Library, 201 S. Walnut St., at 2 p.m. 215-686-7671.


SATURDAY, JULY 21ST


Annual Community Sci- ence Carnival at the White Rock Baptist Church( 5240 Chestnut Street) from 11:30- 3pm. Children from grades K-6 are invited to be Curi- ous Scientific Investigators and assist Penn graduate students and Post-doctoral fellows with scientific exper- iments. An exciting event for both children and parents. Children will learn about microbes, how to make bat- teries with potatoes, how planes fly and how to solve mysteries using chemistry!!! For parents, there will be a workshop on how to help your children with science fair projects as well as re- search presentations from Penn graduate students. Free. Please RSVP: sea. philly2008@gmail.com , 215- 882-9797.


Dialogue Forum and Old St. Joseph’s Church invites you to enjoy special Rama- dan dinners (Iftar) on July 21,22, and 23rd.


be located at Market Street between 5th


and 6th


. The tent will near the


Independence Mall Visitor Center. Festivities begin at 7:00 p.m. Iftar breaks the daily fast during the month of Ramadan, the month when Muslims purify the soul, refocus attention on god, practice self- sacrifice and engage in charitable acts. All are welcome. Events are free. 215-923-1733.


Jazz enthusiasts of all ages will experience a day of free, live music at the 6th Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival on Saturday, July 21st


from noon – 6 p.m. at Saunders Park on 39th and


Powelton Ave. The event fea- tures a range of artists like


Vertical Current, Doc Gibbs, and the West Powelton Step- pers --- as well as a craft marketplace, art exhibition, kids’ activities, and more. 215-545-4715 x32.


Racial Justice: Understand- ing Systems of Oppression at Mariposa Food Coop’s Meeting Room, 4824 Balti- more Ave, from 2:30-5:30 p.m. www.mariposa.coop.


The Citizen’s Planning Institute (CPI) is pleased to announce summer work- shops to provide information on the new Philadelphia Zon- ing Code, which will take effect on August 22, 2012 at the Planning Commission Hearing Room, 1515 Arch St., from 9 a.m.-noon. http://citi- zensplanninginstitute.org.


The Twisted Tail (509 S. 2nd


Street) will be hosting


Chill by the Grill from 3-7pm outside of their restaurant in Headhouse Square. Grilled hot dogs and refreshments (beer and homemade lem- onade) will be made served through out the event. Live entertainment will be on site. 215-625-7988.


SUNDAY, JULY 22ND


The Dog Days of Summer Block Party will take place on the 600 block of South Street from 12pm-5pm. There will be children’s activities including face painting, balloon making, art crafts, and a magicshow from South Street Magic. Travel to the Phantom Hand for a Hot Dog Art Showing featuring illustration art on display as well as the official Dog Days of Summer T-shirt. Dress your pooch up as a hot dog for the “Hot Dog” Costume Contest. The win- ning pets will receive prizes from Hot Diggity and Pet Snobs! If you are a master chef, join the Hot Dog Top- ping Competition and regis- ter with Keith at Hot Diggity. Registration is going fast for this tasty competition! 215- 625-7988.


Youth Stages presents Mother Goose rhymes acted out with lots of audience participation presents: Two Mary’s, Five Jacks and One Very Big Shoe at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 2 p.m. 215-686-5322.


MONDAY JULY 23RD


Aristocratsat the Walnut West Library, 201 S. 40th at 1 p.m. 215-685-7671.


St.,


A history of the Hot Dog Cart will begin at 12pm at Gus’ Hot Dog Stand on 5th and South Streets. Pictures of historic hot dog carts will be on display to celebrate National Hot Dog Day! 215- 625-7988.


College Prep boot camp at the Haverford Library, 5543 Haverford Ave, at 12:30 p.m. 215-685-1965.


Free Lunch Program for School Children at the Philadelphia Episcopal Ca- thedral 38th


Street between Market


& Chestnut Streets) for chil- dren up to 18 & disabled children up to 21. Lunch served Mon-Thursday at the Cathedral from noon-1:30 p.m. thru August 9th 386-0234, ext. 104.


. 215-


Join us as we present a nature-inspired story and craft at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St. at 10:30 a.m. This program is designed to connect kids to their environment using the amenities of Sister Cities Park. This program is de- signed for kids ages 4 to 6 (older and younger siblings are welcome). 215-686-5322.


TUESDAY, JULY 24TH


Lamont Steptoe author of Meditations in “Congo Square” at the Moonstone Arts Center, 110 A S. 13th St., at 7 p.m. 215-735-9600. www.moonstoneartscenter. org.


Ms. Amanda Grumm will create art with the children while Ms. Rebekah shares stories at the Haverford Li- brary, 5543 Haverford Ave, at 2 p.m. 215-685-1965.


WENDESDAY, JULY 25TH


A History of American Pop Music by Rock Roots at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 10:30 a.m. 215- 686-5322,


Children and teens are invited to play new and favorite board games at the Walnut Library, 201 S. 40th St., at 2 p.m. 215-685-7671.


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