Events Roundup 12-05-18
“A Night of Carols” – Christmas Concert
When: Thursday, December 6, 7 pm
Where: St Edmond’s Church, 2130 S 21st St.
Details: See the Facebook event.
An Original Play by Gianna Lozzi Wolf: The Eighth Fish of Christmas
Presented by Raw Street Productions.
When: Friday, December 7 through Sunday, December 9, assorted times
Where: Connie’s Ric Rac, 1132 South 9th Street
Details: Read more about it, see dates & times, and purchase tickets here.
Saturday, December 8
Army-Navy Game
If you’re lucky, tickets to this epic match might still be available here.
When: Saturday, December 8
Where: Lincoln Financial Field
More info: See the official webpage. And, while you’re at it, read how the game moves one reporter to tears each year.
Southeast by Southeast Holiday Sale & Toy Drive
Multicultural sale featuring an assortment of global crafts and textiles made by Philadelphians from all over the world. Directly benefits Philadelphia’s immigrant and refugee artists and entrepreneurs. Toy drive – bring a wrapped and labeled holiday gift under $25 for refugee children in Philadelphia.
When: Saturday, December 8, 11 am – 3 pm
Where: Bok, 821 Dudley St.
More info: Cash-preferred. Proceeds go directly to the vendors. Sponsored by the Porch Light program and Southeast by Southeast. See the web page or Facebook event.
Brunch with Santa
When: Saturday, December 8, 11 am – 4 pm
Where: Mummers Museum, 1100 South Second St.
Tickets: Tickets: adults/$12, children/$10. Call 215.336.3050. Facebook event.
Handmade at Fleisher Art Memorial
Indoor holiday craft market plus DIY gift-making.
When: Saturday, December 8, 11 am – 5 pm
Where: Fleisher Art Memorial, 719 Catharine St.
More info: Free admission, limited free parking. See the Facebook event.
13th Annual South Philly Handmade Brigade – open studio & sale
This shopping event features affordable and original artwork & gifts by local artists. Glass, ceramics, jewelry, clothing, housewares, and more. Meet the artists in their studios and enjoy snacks and drinks, too.
When: Saturday, December 8, 11 am – 6 pm
Where: 1241 Carpenter Street
More info: 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 8, 1 – 4 pm
Where: Philly Typewriter, 1439 East Passyunk Ave.
More info: See the Facebook event.
Holiday Story Times
Perfect for families with young children or anyone who is young at heart.
When: Saturday, December 8, 3 pm
Where: EPABID Office at 1904 East Passyunk
More info: Featuring the South Philly Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia. See the Facebook event.
Sunday, December 9
Holiday Story Times
Perfect for families with young children or anyone who is young at heart.
When: Sunday, December 9, 11 am
Where: A Novel Idea on Passyunk at 1726 East Passyunk
More info: See the Facebook event.
Next week
Marconi Plaza – Christmas Tree Lighting
Enjoy caroling and hot chocolate with your neighbors.
When: Saturday, December 10, 7:30 pm
Where: Marconi Plaza, west side of Broad Street at Oregon Ave.
More info: See the Facebook event.
Dinner With Santa at Penrose Diner
5th annual Dinner with Santa feature treats for the kids and a free picture with the man in red.
When: Wednesday December 12, 5-8 pm
Where: Penrose Diner, 2016 Penrose Ave
More info: See the Facebook event.
Italian Movie Afternoon featuring “Benvenuto Presidente!”
When: Friday, December 14, Noon
Where: Fumo Family Library, 2437 South Broad St.
More info: See the Free Library’s website.
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.
