Things to do in and around Philly: Guac Off, Philly Tango Festival

Memorial Day Brings sad reflection to the soldiers who gave their lives to help us maintain our freedom. But it’s also the official start of the summer season and a long weekend that can be relaxing — or fun, depending on your mood. The Museum of the American Revolution and the National Constitution Center are free on weekends (AmRev for veterans, active-duty military, and Blue Star families), and the annual Memorial Day concert and fireworks show is scheduled at its usual location in Penn’s Landing. , and you can even go back to medieval times for that philly fair or step into the future terence nance “Cyclone.”

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special events

memorial day roundup

• Where: in different places
• When: different days and times
• How much: Most free, pay as you go, but some ticketed

Memorial Day weekend provides an extra day to take the pressure off our stressful, overscheduled lives. It began as a way to honor the dead of the Civil War, but was added to our annual holiday program in 1971 to honor the sacrifices of those who died in all American wars. Interesting Philly Fact: Laurel Hill East Cemetery was the site where the first Memorial Day tribute was held in 1868. on sunday, it holds a function Adding markers to previously unmarked graves. On Mondays, the Independence Seaport Museum hosts a monument to fallen soldiers on the cruiser Olympia. For those on the other side of the river, Representative Donald Norcross is the keynote speaker for a similar event on the battleship New Jersey.

If you’re more into a socially driven holiday, WDAS hosts an all-white event Indoor/Outdoor Dance Party With Patty Jackson and Mimi Brown. Other events include free admission National Constitution Center And this Museum of the American Revolution For retired, active and Blue Star families. Other than this Annual free concert and fireworks Show ashore with a ticket silent philly dance party.

art and culture

11th Annual Philadelphia Tango Festival

• Where: Lithuanian Music Hall, 2715 E. Allegheny Ave.
• When: Friday, May 26 – Sunday, May 29. Complete schedule here.
• How much: Pricing by event, as shown in the schedule. Full festival passes are already sold out, as is the milonga.

11th Annual Philadelphia Tango Festival The city brings a variety of activities for those who enjoy the stylish and romantic dance form, including yoga classes (presumably to prepare you for the dance), seminars and lectures, concerts and vocal master classes, as well There are already sold out milongas, or social dances. The celebration begins with tickets, off-campus screening, And this year, it marks the beginning of a series of albums recorded by tango music artists.

Grown Ass Book Fair

• Where: Lachki Records, 1502 AD. Pasyank Avenue.
• When: Saturday, May 27, noon – 4 p.m.
• How much: free, pay as you go

East Passyunk’s Latchkey Records is a haven of nostalgia for those of us who remember the ASMR hiss of Dubble Bubble (made in Philadelphia!), Afterschool Specials, and Record Player Needle hitting vinyl. Saturday they bring back middle school memories with Grown Ace Book Sale, But with zines, comics, a Polaroid booth, and ’90s-themed tarot readings. Come dressed for the era and get 10% off.

CineSpeak Under the Stars at Clark Park

‘Tis the season for outdoor cinema. cinespeak starts the season with Under the Stars at Clark Park outdoor film screenings. His first is the Philadelphia premiere of the documentary on pioneering jazz drummer Max Roach, “The Drums Waltz Too.” A pre-film setup of food trucks, community vendors and music selections Dj Cosmo Baker starts at 7 pm

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

is opening this week at the Arden Theatre, “25th Annual Poonam Spelling Bee” Follows a group of kids as they vie for the top spot. The musical comedy debuted on Broadway in 2005 with an unusual premise – four audience members are invited to “compete” with six actors. The Broadway show won two awards: Best Book of a Musical for Rachel Shinkin and Best Featured Actor in a Musical for Dan Fogler.

african liberation day celebration

Longtime Temple University Professor Dr. Molefi K. Asante leads the conversation African Liberation Day Celebration. Sixty years ago, thirty African countries met in Ethiopia to form the Organization of African Unity (now the African Union). African Union), The newly formed group would advocate decolonization and promote African solidarity. Asant will join Amb. Doctor. Robin R Sanders, State Sen. Sharif Street, Doctor. no pigeon of Temple, and Dr. Daryl zizwe po of Lincoln University. There is a reception after the panel.

Fourth Fridays in the Germantown Arts District

• Where: Germantown Arts District – 5427 Germantown Ave.
• When: Friday, May 26 – 7 pm – 10 pm
• How much: Free, Culture Night is Pay-What-You-Can

in April, Kinesix Dance Dynamics Theater owner Kristen Clarke announced the creation of Germantown Arts District, a coalition of arts-based institutions in the historic neighborhood. The latest edition of the group’s Fourth Friday series includes performances by Wavy Wilson and DJ Duxrel. musicology, A Culture Night’s Q&A hosted by Monica O. Montgomery did With Costume Designer and WURD Radio Host/Executive tiffany bacon, and a performance by Henry Cervantes Ramirez and Ibou Faye.

philly fair

• Where: Fort Mifflin, 6400 Hog Island Rd.,
• When: May 27, 28 and 29, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• How much: $7.75 to $17.75

This is not the renaissance of Beyoncé. (i.e. coming in july!) The philly fair is here to provide a fun journey back to when Queen Elizabeth I came to power in the 1500s. The three-day fair includes everything you’ve been given a theme for: ax and knife throwing, fire eaters and swordsmen, live music, and Renaissance-era cosplay.

food Drink

Manna Guac Off Ages Guac Off

Guac on, guac off? you are the judge in the annual guac off Competition. Guac makers from all areas of the city will present their best avocado-based dip/condiment/salads, including Buena Onda, Cantina Feliz, Distrito, Morgan Pier, Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar, Revolution Taco, Jose Pistola and Taqueria Amor. Review it before a winner is crowned. A panel of judges chooses the “Guac Master”, while paying guests determine the “People’s Choice”. It’s for a good cause as all proceeds go to it of manna Mission to use food for healing.

un-wine your mind

What better way to mark national wine day Than a specially selected flight of wines? That’s what’s happening at the Museum of Illusions, which is hosting un-wine your mind incident with online liquor store The wine was sold out. Six different wines will be presented at a tasting with a wine expert so that you can determine what best suits your palate.

stop and smell the roses

National Wine Day extends into the weekend stop and smell the rosé Event Saturday. The focus is rosé, the wine always paired with summer. Your ticket includes eight 3 oz. Five vendors, a live DJ, comes from Light Bytes and Gratuity.

music

The Gilmour Project Explores ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’

Welcome to “The Dark Side of the Moon”. The Pink Floyd masterpiece is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Wait, that can’t be right… because that would mean its early fans would be… old? time flies but Gilmour Project Wants to drive it back to the glory days of the band in 1973. Luckily, years of experience among the members of the five-piece ensemble means they can do just that. If you spring for cabaret tickets, know that they come with soundboard recordings of the shows. And if you go for the next-level auditorium seats, you can still add in a recording for $23.

Black Star Presents: Terrence Nance

Multimedia Artist Terrence Nance Once Had His Own Peabody Award-Winning HBO Show “Random Acts of Flyness.he’s been on the pivot since “cluster,” A multimedia installation at the Institute of Contemporary Art curated by the founder of Black Star Film Fest Maori Homes. and now she’s on the music with Vortex Projectwhich he will debut with special guests Anthony Tid And Madison McFerrin.

Rising Appalachia

• Where: world cafe live, 3025 Walnut St.
• When: Saturday, May 27 at 8 PM
• How much: $25 – $40

Sister acts of Leah and Chloe Smith bring their unique blend of folk, urban and world music to Philly this week on the third step on his tour. As Rising Appalachia, they released their seventh studio album, “The Lost Mystic of Being in the KnowIn 2021. Khloe has a new production though, as she had a son, Cleo, earlier this year. the sisters are hosting Catalyst, Two-day arts and music festival in Asheville in July.

new Jersey

May Fair

• Where: GPS Address: 678 Haddon Ave.
• When: Saturday, May 27, 10am to 5pm
• How much: free, pay as you go

It’s Collingswood Anniversary Time May Fair, who is now in his 42nd year. The one-mile celebration on Haddon Avenue includes a juried art show with more than 200 artists and craftsmen, a classic car show, a kid zone stage with open mic performances and three music stages with live rock, blues and . Public act. Get there early to avoid the crowds, as organizers say more than 50,000 people have turned up in past years.

The Little Mermaid Private Screening

Halle Bailey is getting great reviews for her star turn as Ariel in the live-action version the little Mermaid, which opens on Friday. The multicultural cast also stars Johann Hauer King as Prince Eric, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, Javier Bardem as King Triton, and Daveed Diggs as Sebastian. To celebrate opening night, the Camden County Youth Council of the NAACP is hosting a private screening Saturday at AMC Voorhees 16. It is providing gifts, prizes and proceeds for its annual college tours. Pro tip: Get there early; There will be a crowd of little princesses in it.