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ALMANAC nov. 7 November
weds11/7
ASAP Scrabble Club at the Independence Library, 18 S. 7th 1633.
St., at 5:15 p.m. 215-685- 729-1028.
Debashish Bhattacharya will perform the Hindustani Slide Guita at Crossroad’s Music, 48th
& Baltimore, at 7:30 p.m. $10-$30. 215-
Little has been known about human migra- tion until Geneticist and Anthropologist Spencer Wells set out on an epic journey to the remotest parts of the world to discover it. He brings fantastic imagery, incredible tales and the latest news of this ambitious re- search project. He shows how humans came to populate the planet after leaving Africa some 60,000 years ago while capturing an invaluable genetic snapshot of humanity be- fore modern-day influences erase it forever. Opening Night of GEOfest! A global-themed GEOfeast will begin at 6:00 p.m.: Program at 7:30 PM Chemical Heritage Foundation, 315 Chestnut St. $20. Reception $30. 610- 832-1515.
Mentor and Mentored Presents Donna Wolf- Palacio with Courtney K. Bambrick and Ebony Malaika Collier at the Moonstone Arts Center, at 7 p.m.
www.moonstoneartscenter.org.
hosting a College Essay Writing Workshop at 4 p.m. This workshop will show you how to write a better essay and avoid some common mistakes. Presented by: WriteCorp, a literacy outreach program funded by the Kelly Writ- ers House. 215-685-7433.
November thurss11/8
An Introduction to Children’s Apps for iPods at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 10:30 a.m. 215-686-5322.
Curio Theatre Company begins its eighth season of ensemble-based theatre in West Philadelphia with *The Runner Stumbles* by Milan Stitt. The show performs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, thru November 10th
in the Calvary Center at 4740 Baltimore
Avenue. Curio co-founder *Gay Carducci* directs a cast and creative team drawn from the company. Tickets are $10-20 and can be purchased at
www.curiotheatre.org or by calling 215-525-1350.
Hindustani slide guitar workshop with Debashish Bhattacharya at Studio 34, 4522 Baltimore Ave, at 7:30 p.m. $5-$10. 215- 729-1028
Trivia Challenge with Bob at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 6:45 p.m. 215-686- 5322.
November fris11/9
Barbara Kingsglover reads/discusses “Flight Behavior” at 1901 Vine St., at 7:30 p.m. $7- $15. 215-686-5322.
The Blackwell Library, 125 South 52nd St., is
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Opening Reception for the Lens through Time Exhibit at the Twenty Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St., from 6-9 p.m. Features the photography of Bruce Murray Sr. & Bruce Murray Jr. 215- 772-1515.
Second Fridays on Lancaster Avenue between 35th and 43rd Streets from 5-9 p.m. Enjoy a night of art, shopping, and music on the cor- ridor! Local businesses will be featuring special discounts and sidewalk sales. Arts vendors will have something for everyone - from gallery openings to face painting! Plus, sample some of the great food available along Lancaster Avenue! 215-382-7522 x297.
November sats11/10
Business District Clean-Up at 48th & Spruce Streets from 2-4 p.m. Join your neighbors! Gloves and refreshments provided. Questions? Contact Mark at 215- 476-2983.
Green Night Out welcomes Sam Bernhardt, who will discuss “How to Stop Fracking in PA” at the Singapore Restaurant, 1006 Race St., at 6:00 p.m. Bernhardt is an organizer with Food and Water Watch, www.
foodandwaterwatch.org. RSVP to the Green Party at 215-243-7103 and
gpop@gpop.org.
Japanese Language and culture class at the Walnut West Library, 40th 10-11 a.m. 215-685-7671.
& Walnut St., from
The Tree Vitalize trees will be arriving soon and we will be planting around West Philadelphia from 9 a.m.-noon. When you call us to volun- teer we’ll assign you to a team.
the date and help us plant 60 bare root trees. To volunteer please contact us at 215.573.4684. Or email:
wharris@ucgreen.org.
at 11 a.m. Please join the Friends of Clark Park, the Philadelphia Veterans Comfort House, stu- dents of the HMS School and the Boy Scouts in honoring all those who have served in the Armed Forces.
Are you a veteran? If so, we would like to recognize and honor you. Please call 215-222- 2255 and leave your name and phone number.
November suns11/11
Choral Evensong at the Philadelphia Cathe- dral, 38th
A. Sullivan will be the Officiant. Service music will include: Eternity by Matthew Glandorf, Magnificat Octavi Toni for 10 voices (Aurora lucis rutilat) by Orlando di Lasso, Nunc Dimit- tis from the Great Service by William Byrd and The House of the Mind by Herbert Howells. Reception will follow. 215.36.0234, ext. 104,
www.philadelphiacathedral.org.
The Photographic Society of Philadelphia, the oldest continuously active Photo Society in the US (1862) presents members’ juried 150th anniversary exhibition, Sundays, November 4, 11, 18, 25th from 1-5pm and Tues., Nov. 20 from 6-9pm, or by appointment 215-545- 9324. Plastic Club, 247 Camac Street, Phila.
phillyphotosociety.com.
The University City Historical Society’s Annual Victorian Tea at the Spruce Hill Manor B&B,
& Chestnut Sts. 4 p.m. Rev. Judith All are welcome. Question:
Veterans Day Commemoration – Gettysburg Stone in Clark Park, near 44th
& Baltimore Ave, Please save
3709 Baring St., from 3-5 p.m. Historian Bob Skiba will lecture. Guests served rare & un- usual teas along with tasty treats in a mid 19th Century atmosphere. $6-$8. 215-387-4213.
Veterans Day Potluck/Program at the Univer- sity Lutheran Church, 3637 Chestnut St., at 4:30 p.m. Includes the Prose & Poetry of W.D. Ehrhart. 610- 544-1818,
www.brandywine-
peace.com.
November mons11/12
Gallery Opening at the Gold Standard, 48th & Baltimore from 5-7 p.m. Featured exhibit: Marules Pintados, a photography exhibit de- picting the rich, vibrant life of Havana, Cuba. 215-727-8247.
Join Charles Dickens Ambassador Edward Pet- tit for an evening of conviviality in Dickensian style at Fergie’s Pub, 1214 Sansom at 7 p.m. 215-686-5322.
November tuess11/13
Community meeting at the Laura Sims Skate- house in Cobbs Creek Park, 63rd and Walnut, at 6:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting to hear from the community regarding late open- ing of the rink, reduced hours and limited public access. Recreation Commissioner Susan Slawson and others of her staff will be on hand to hear complaints and address the issues. Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell has also been invited. 215-685-1995.
Make your Mark Next Steps at 4017 Lan- caster Avenue, from 6 - 8pm. This community briefing will present information regarding project updates and ongoing work related to the new Lower Lancaster Revitalization Plan, which aims to improve residents’ quality of life through a multi-faceted approach to revitaliza- tion, including new housing options, improved lighting of streets and public places, and a unique identity for Lancaster Avenue. To view the full plan please visit our website - www.
pec-cares.org, or contact Kevin Musselman at 215-382-7522 x 245 to pick up your own copy!
Mentor and Mentored Featuring Harriet Mil- lan with Dawn McDougall at the Moonstone Arts Center, 110 A. S. 13th
moonstonearts.org.
St., at 7 p.m. www.
Philadelphia 2035 District Planning Meeting at the Enterprise Center, 4548 Market St., at 6:30 p.m. Work with Planning Commission staff and your neighbors in small groups on a fun and interactive map activity. This activ- ity and discussion will help shape the future development of the district and public invest- ment decisions.
Spruce Hill Community Association Meeting, 4115 Baltimore Ave, at 7:30 p.m. 215-349- 7825.
Teen Tuesdays: Pick and Watch Great Movies that started out as books at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 3:30 p.m. 215-686-5322.
November weds11/14 Community Health Forum at the Uhuru
Solidarity Center, 3733 Lancaster Ave, at 7 p.m. 215-546-1485.
Hornstein will discuss comprehensive tax reform.
www.shtcpac.com.
6 p.m. 215-685-7671.
Learn what’s happening at the Walnut West Library, 40th
& Walnut Sts., at
Local Author/Blogger Anna Goldfarb reads “Clearly, I Didn’t Think This Through: The Story of One Tall Girl’s Impulsive, Ill- Conceived, and Borderline Irresponsible Life Decisions” at the Penn Bookstore, 3601 Walnut St., at 6:30 p.m. 215-898-1767.
p.m. Includes: “Korla Pandit”, “Yma Su- mac” and “The Three Suns.” Plus, Hawaiian sing-alongs, Latin music from the 1940s. $8. 267-239-0290,
www.thesecretcinema. com.
November thurss11/15
Singer Ella Gahnt appearing at Jazz Bridge in Old City! –at the Arch Street Friends Meeting House on 4th and Arch St. $5-$10. 610-745-3011.
Downloading and Streaming Music and Video at the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 10:30 a.m. 215-686-5322.
Peace is a Haiku Song at the Central Li- brary, 1901 Vine St., at 3:30 p.m. Take part in a citywide interactive poetry-writing project! We will inspire each other, read and write short poems, and share them on Twitter. 215-686-5322.
Pre-School Storytime at the Walnut Library, 40th
& Walnut, at 10:30 a.m. 215-685- 7671.
November fris11/16
LEGO club in the story room of the Central Library, 1901 Vine St., at 3:30 p.m. 215-686- 5322.
Teens and tweens manga fans are invited to gather to read, draw and chat about Japanese comics at the Blackwell Library, 125 S. 52nd St., at 3:30 p.m. Join the fun, try Japanese snacks, bring a friend, with art supplies pro- vided. 215-685-7433.
November sats11/17
Japanese Language and culture class at the Walnut West Library, 40th 10-11 a.m. 215-685-7671.
& Walnut St., from
Love Your Park at Barkan Park, 50th and Spruce Streets, from 2- 4 p.m. Join your neighbors for a clean-up, bulb-planting, and leaf-raking! Tools and refreshments provided. Questions? Contact Mark at 215-476-2983.
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Secret Cinema presents Exotica Music Films at the Trestle Inn, 11th
& Callowhill, at 8
General Membership Meeting for the So- ciety Hill Civic Association, Pennsylvania Hospital, 8th
& Spruce St., at 7:30 p.m. Jeff
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