Out and About: June 15, 2015
Written by Victoria Mier, Posted in Art, Arts & Entertainment, Food, Music, Nightlife, Uncategorized
Author Talk with Stephanie Feldman
The Barnard Club of Philadelphia will host Feldman, a fiction author, for a discussion on her career. Feldman will read a brief except from her 2014 publication, The Angel of Losses, and take questions – “the perfect event for book lovers, aspiring authors and publishing professionals.” More information can be found at http://www.headhousebooks.com/events-NEW.
When: Thursday, June 15 at 6 p.m.
Where: Head House Books, 619 S. 2nd Street
Cost: Free
Summer Reading List
Arch Enemy Arts is kicking off the summer show season with an exhibit centered on “the most beloved classic novels of all time.” The exhibit will open this Friday, featuring the work of multiple artists inspired by a particular book. More information can be found at https://www.facebook.com/events/368688316653240/.
When: Friday, June 19 at 6 p.m.
Where: Arch Enemy Arts, 109 Arch Street
Cost: Free
Philadelphia Latino Film Festival
Previously known as the Filadelfia Latin American Film Festival, the event showcases “the extraordinary and innovative work of established and emerging Latin American and Latinx filmmakers.” The Festival includes screenings, discussions, workshops and lectures, all designed to connect diverse communities “through the universal language of film.” The event opens this Friday night. More information can be found at http://www.phlaff.org.
When: Friday, June 19 at 5:30 p.m. to Sunday, June 21 at 9 p.m.
Where: Various locations
Cost: $12 – $150 at http://www.phlaff.org/tickets
Manayunk Arts Festival
One of the region’s largest outdoor festivals returns this coming weekend with over 300 artists and vendors. In addition to the opportunity to see and purchase art in mediums like fiber, glass, ceramics, photography, painting and mixed media, many of Manayunk’s restaurants will offer alfresco dining along the street. More information can be found at http://www.visitphilly.com/events/philadelphia/manayunk-arts-festival/.
When: Saturday, June 2o from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 21 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Main Street and Levering Street
Cost: Free entry
Make Music Philly
Returning for its third year, Make Music Philly offers organized concerts and informal performances by professional and amateur musicians of all ages. The special event is Philadelphia’s only free, “do it yourself” music festival. More information can be found at http://makemusicphilly.org.
When: Various times, check http://makemusicphilly.org/listings/
Where: Various locations, check http://makemusicphilly.org/listings/
Cost: Free