Events Roundup 11-30-18
Gold Star Park Clean-up
It’s your last chance to rake leaves!
When: Saturday, December 1, 10 am – 12 pm
Where: Gold Star Park, 625 Wharton St.
Details: See the Facebook event.
Holiday Craft Bazaar and Visit with Santa Claus
Join the Friends of the Donatucci Library for a visit with Santa, enjoy some cookies, and shop for local hand-made crafts.
When: Saturday, December 1, 12 – 3 pm
Where: Thomas F. Donatucci Sr. Library, 1935 Shunk St.
More details: See the Facebook event.
Typewriter Letters to Santa
Children of all ages are welcome to type a letter to Saint Nick on decorated stationary using one of Philly Typewriter’s vintage machines. Take your letter home to mail to the North Pole or bring it to one of East Passyunk Avenue’s Photos With Santa events.
When: Saturday, December 1, 1 – 4 pm
Where: Philly Typewriter, 1439 East Passyunk Ave.
Details: See the Facebook event.
Holiday Story Times
Reading and book signing by author/illustrator Greg Pizzoli
When: Sunday, December 2, 10:30 am
Where: Tildie’s Toy Box, 1829 East Passyunk
Details: See the Facebook event.
Gold Star Park Winter Lights Celebration
Kids’ art activity and celebration of lights.
When: Sunday, December 2, 4 pm
Where: Gold Star Park, 625 Wharton St.
Details: See the Facebook event.
Winter Wonderland – South Street Headhouse Tree Lighting
Santa Claus will arrive on a firetruck, greet children, and collect their wish lists. Music, treats, and gift shopping will also be part of the event. CBS3 meteorologist Chelsea Ingram will help Santa count down to the official lighting of the tree at 5:00pm.
When: Sunday, December 2, 4 – 6 pm
Where: Historic Headhouse Shambles, 200 Lombard Street
Details: FREE. See their Facebook event.
Eagles vs. Redskins – Green Legion Home Game Tailgate
One of the best home tailgates in South Philly.
– All you can eat tailgate menu
– Drink specials
– No line or cover to access Xfinity Live! after the game
When: Monday, December 3, 3 – 7 pm
Where: Xfinity Live, 1100 Pattison Avenue
Tickets: Purchase tickets on their website.
Hanukkah Service in Headhouse Square
The lighting of the menorah led by Rabbi Yochonon Goldman of B’nai Abraham.
When: Monday, December 3, gather at 4:30 pm, ceremony at 5 pm
Where: Headhouse Square Fountain, 400 S 2nd St. (at Lombard)
Details: Check out their Facebook event.
Pyramid of Lights in Cianfrani Park – a Bella Vista tradition!
Come out and meet Santa, hear live music, and enjoy free hot chocolate provided by Guppy’s.
When: Tuesday,December 4, 6:30 – 7:30 pm (weather-permitting)
Where: Eighth and Fitzwater
Details: See the Facebook event.
NICE Friendraiser at Sidecar
Join Neighbors Investing in Childs Elementary (NICE) for pizza, apps, and drinks. Half the proceeds benefit NICE.
When: Thursday, December 6, 5:30-8pm
Where: The Sidecar Bar & Grille, 2201 Christian Street
Details: Tickets $20. More info on their Facebook page.
All Month
East Passyunk Deck the Ave – A Month of Merrymaking!
Festivities will include the East Passyunk Pop Up Choir, Photos with Santa, Snow Globe Photos, Typewriter Letters to Santa, 8th Annual Ornament Show, Holiday Story Time, Holiday Mummers, Free Parking Saturdays, Holiday QOTA LGBTQ Happy Hour – and more.
When: Assorted days & times
Where: East Passyunk Ave. from Broad to Wharton St.
Details: Visit their Facebook events page.
