Monnette Sudler's 7th Annual Philadelphia Guitar Summit "Bass Off" featuring Gerald Veasley and Cedric Napoleon. For seven years running, Monnette Sudler has treated audiences at the Lively Art Series to crash-courses in guitar appreciation, revealing the sheet breadth and versatility of the instrument through her personally selected lineup of collaborators. Call 215-641-6518 for tickets.
Textile/visual artist Kathryn Pannepacker invites novices and experts to this intensive Saturday weaving workshop with instruction, exploration and jump-start weaving creativity in a classroom at historic Grumblethorpe. Explore color, pattern and texture. "Marathon" weaving exercises on your own 2 "looms" provided. No experience necessary. 7 students total. $50 workshop fee; $10 materials fee Quesions? Want […]
Join us for a book release of Franklinstein, a new book out from NYC poet and former Germanton resident Sue Landers. Sue will be joined by Yolanda Wisher. Franklinstein is a collection of poems and prose about Germantown, its history, its residents, and the legacies of colonialism, racism, and capitalism. https://www.facebook.com/events/1551376525153875/
Panel Discussion including G-towns Trapeta Mayson, poet and Tieshka Smith, photographer celebrating International Women’s Day, “It’s Not Over Yet! Women Artists Fighting For Our Rights.” Panelists include Valerie Gay (Art Sanctuary), Miriam Davidson (Anna Crusis Choir), Trapeta Mason (poet), Tieshka Smith (photographer), and others. Speakers will tell their stories and examine ways to overcome stereotypes, […]
Enjoy the homey atmosphere and great jazz with the Tony William Jazz Quartet-Tony Williams, saxophone, Dave Posmontier, piano, Mike Boone, Bass and Craig McIver, percussion. 6-9pm. 5531 Germantown Avenue. Dinner available. $l0
Join jazz musicians Dave Posmontier, piano, Craig McIver, percussion, Karen Smith, congas and special guest Bob Howell, tenor saxophonist at the October Gallery, 6:30-9:30pm. Arlene Hilton vocals. Complementary wine. Veterans and music students free admission. $10 admission for others.
Using the haiku poetic form, participants will explore what it means to be free while learning about Germantown's historic Johnson House, Philly's only accessible and intact stop on the Underground Railroad. Poet Sonia Sanchez is a long time Germantown resident. Workshop is free but participants must register at www.freedomsbackyard.com Part of the Art+History+Engagement Workshop Series
iMPeRFeCT Gallery is pleased to invite you to the "Last Supper", a gathering of Artists, Friends, Spirits and Supporters, celebrating the closing of this beautiful "Open Call" Exhibition, featuring the work of 34 artists, all of whom gave us wonderful examples of their work. This is your last chance to enjoy their offerings. The "Last […]
The Colored Girls Museum is proud to announce March openings for Women's Herstory Month. The Colored Girls Museum is also celebrating new beginnings, having been featured on CBS Philly and profiled by the Smithsonian. We are also finalists for the Knight Foundation Grant. So what better time to celebrate Women's History and the continued success […]
The First Presbyterian Church in Germantown is excited to announce its new Crossroads Concert Series. Sunday, March 13: Vocal Concert With Delaware Valley Opera Company Concerts are FREE with Free Will Offering. Performances begin at 3 pm.