Sonic Youth
Thursday, 07/02/2009@ 830PM

What: The foundation of underground American rock in the '80s comes to Philly with its protopunk, noise rock, no wave sound. Thurston Moore and the gang embark on their 2009 tour to promote The Eternal, the latest album on the band's new label Matador Records. Watch this legendary, indefinable band do what it does best: redefine genre and blow minds. The foundation of underground American rock in the '80s comes to Philly with its protopunk, noise rock, no wave sound. Thurston Moore and the gang embark on their 2009 tour to promote The Eternal, the latest album on the band's new label Matador Records. Watch this legendary, indefinable band do what it does best: redefine genre and blow minds.

Where: Electric Factory, 421 North Seventh Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Cost: $25 | all ages

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And The Moneynotes, Paleface, Birdie Busch
Thursday, 07/02/2009@ 9PM

What: And The Moneynotes, hailing from the same town as Michael Scott (Scranton for you non-"The Office" folk), Paleface and Birdie Busch are all making an appearance at Johnny Brenda's tonight.

Where: 1201 N. Frankford St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $10 | 21+

Challenge 3
Friday, 05/08/2009 to Friday, 07/03/2009@ 11AM

What: In its third exhibition of Fleisher Art Memorial's Wind Challenge series, Challenge 3 showcases the work of three talented artists. Johanna Inman will be showing old photographs focusing on disregarded books and highlighting the subtleties of time and decomposition; Yvonne Lung will show a video installation based on stories told to her by Chinese immigrants and Constantina Zavitsanos will be showing unique, engaging sculptures. Gallery hours are 11AM - 5PM. 

Where: Dene M. Louchheim Galleries @ 719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia PA

Cost: Free | all ages

East Asian Art
Thursday, 03/12/2009 to Sunday, 02/28/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM & Fri 10AM-8:45PM

What: This two part exhibit highlights similar art themes across neighboring cultures. The first part features Korean screen paintings with notable Chinese narratives like General Guo Ziyi’s Banquet and the Hundred Children. These images are presented alongside Chinese ceramics of the Qing dynasty (1616–1912).

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Adults: $16, Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14, Students (with valid ID): $12, Children (ages 13–18): $12 (ages 12 & under): Free

Hey Monday
Thursday, 07/02/2009@ 7:30PM

What: West Palm Beach, FL pop/punk/emo band Hey Monday performs with This Providence, The Friday Night Boys, Stereo Skyline and The Bigger Lights.

Where: First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $12 | all ages

Midnight Movie Madness
Saturday, 06/27/2009 to Saturday, 08/15/2009@ 12AM

What:   The Dark Crystal 6/27, Blue Velvet 7/4, Repo: The Genetic Opera 7/11, Rushmore 7/18, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 7/25, Dr. Strangelove 8/1, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas 8/8, The Goonies 8/15

Where:   The Bourse

Cost:   $9

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Philly Foundation Art Show
Wednesday, 07/01/2009 to Saturday, 07/04/2009@ 9pm-2am

What: Small art show at the Rum Bar on Walnut Street. Come see local artists display their most recent work.

Where: The Rum Bar, 2005 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Cost: Free!

More Information: www.ejordanill.blogspot.com

Wrought & Crafted
Saturday, 05/09/2009 to Sunday, 01/31/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM, Fri 10AM-8:45PM

What: Philadelphia's several centuries worth of rich history in metalwork inspired this exhibition. On display are works (hollowware,  sculpture, and jewelry) by notable 21st century Philadelphia metalsmiths as well as recognized artists around the country.

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Members: Free; Adults: $16; Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14; Students (with valid ID): $12; Children (ages 13–18): $12, (ages 12 & under): Free

Little Brother
Saturday, 09/11/2010@ 9:00 PM

Red Bull Flugtag Philadelphia
Saturday, 09/04/2010@ 1pm - 3:30pm