American Fight Club
Friday, 11/07/2008 to Saturday, 12/20/2008

What: Over 10 years in the making, this photographic exhibit documents the violent world of boxing gyms in our country's most destitute neighborhoods and the troubled individuals who survive them. Part of the Painted Bride's Independence Foundation Gallery for the Visual Arts, there will be two receptions on November 7th and December 5th from 5-7pm.

Where: Painted Bride Art Center @ 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: N/A

Chronicles of Narnia Exhibit
Friday, 11/28/2008 to Sunday, 04/19/2009@ M-Th/9:30AM-5PM; F-Sat/9:30AM-8PM; Sun/9:30AM-7PM

What: This traveling exhibition combines original props, sets, and newly created interactives that not only stimulate the senses of die-hard Narnia fans but encourage proper stewardship of the environment.

Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Daytime: $22.25/adults; $18.50/seniors (62+), Students (12-25), & military; $17.50/children (4-11)...Nightime: $10.50/adults; $10.50/seniors (62+), Students (12-25) & military; $9.50/children (4-11)

DJ Rome
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 9PM

What: When in Walnut Room on Friday nights, do as DJ Rome does and get busy on the dance floor to hip hop, funk, rock and pop. Treat yourself to a table with bottle service. It’s been a long week.

Where: The Walnut Room, 1709 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Free

Frosty Fridays
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 10PM

What: Warm up at the 6-8PM happy hour, with $3 apps and other drink specials, and come back for DJ Frosty's set at 10PM. Don't be fooled by his stage name; he won't leave you feeling cold.

Where: Silk City, 425 Spring Garden, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Free

Gee's Bend
Tuesday, 09/16/2008 to Sunday, 12/14/2008@ Tues-Sun, 10AM-5PM; Fridays, until 8:45PM

What: See the truly extraordinary creations by members of the Gee's Bend community in Alabama. This exhibition of quilts made in the unique, African-American tradition, includes some from the early 20th century as well as very recent work.

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

Cost: $14/adults, $12/Seniors (65+), $10/Students, 13-18, Free/12 and under

Hairspray
Tuesday, 11/04/2008 to Sunday, 01/04/2009@ Various times

What: In 1962 Baltimore, all Tracy Turnblad wants to do is dance her ass off on the Corny Collins Show. See her accomplish her big dreams (and big hair) on the Walnut Street Theater stage.

Where: Walnut Street Theater, 825 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $10-$125

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James Castle Retrospective
Tuesday, 10/14/2008 to Friday, 01/09/2009@ NA

What:   The Philadelphia Museum of Art will present the first comprehensive museum exhibition of the art of James Castle (1899-1977), one of the most enigmatic and remarkable self-taught artists to emerge in the United States during the 20th century.

Where:    Philadelphia Museum of Art (26th Street & the Benjamin Franklin Parkway)

Cost:  $7 adults $5 students

Museum of Art:
Saturday, 09/27/2008 to Sunday, 12/28/2008@ 6 PM

What:  19th century artist Thomas Chambers' 15 prints will be displayed including American Marine and Landscape Painter.

Where: Museum of Art

Cost: $19

My Brightest Diamond
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 8PM

What:   Shara Worden, the leader and spearhead of My Brightest Diamond, has released another album titled "A Thousand Shark's Teeth." It is released and supported by Sufjan Stevens and has steadily evolved over a period of six years. Using an array of instrumentation from harps, french horns, and rabid guitars Worden has created an explosion of musical compositions to go along with her strong vocal range. Joined by Clare & the Reasons (singer Muldaur Manchon and pop quintet, The Reasons).

Where:   The First Unitarian Church @ 2125 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   $12 | All Ages

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Neil Young
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 7PM

What:   One of the most respected and prolific rock guitarist/songwriter/performer Neil Young will be making his way to Philly for the performance of a lifetime. Come witness this legend as he performs some of his greatest hits as well as some new music. Joining him on the stage will be Wilco.

Where:   Wachovia Complex, 3601 S. Broad St, Philadelphia

Cost:   Prices vary

See www.ticketsnow.com for more details

Philly Jewish Film Festival
Saturday, 11/01/2008 to Monday, 05/18/2009@ Various times

What: The 28th annual Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival is the second longest running Jewish Film Festival in the United States. Support its diverse and compelling line-up of independent films and see why it has been around for so long.

Where: Various locations

Cost: Various costs

www.pjff.org/films.php

Pineal Gland
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 5PM-8PM

What: Encounter the photographic alchemy of Philadelphia artist Corey Armpriester at this opening reception for his December exhibit at the Smile Gallery. These eerie black and white images challenge the notion of both good and evil as suppressants of human potential. contact Ken Titjamnong at 215-564-2502 or mattjr@fencobankeqipment.com.

Where: Smile Gallery @ 105 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 10103

Rest Your Feet
Tuesday, 11/04/2008 to Friday, 12/12/2008@ 11AM-5PM

What:  This exhibit seeks to understand the impact of shoes and chairs in our everyday lives. Check out this unique exhibit daily, Monday-Friday, at the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery. Shoes designed by Prada to Salvatore Ferragamo are paired with chairs designed by Harry Pertoia to Don Chadwick to discover the answer to this quirky inquiry of the effects of the two.

Where:   The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts and Design. Nesbit Hall. 33rd and Market. Philadelphia, PA.

Cost:   FREE! | all ages

Ron Horton Sextet
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 8PM

What:    Stalwart New York jazz trumpeter Ron Horton attempts to recreate a great lost jazz album: Andrew Hill's "Passing Ships".  Recorded in 1969, and finally released to great acclaim in 2003, "Passing Ships"  will be reinterpreted from Horton, a former member of the New York Jazz Composers Collective.   This sextet features Tony Malaby on tenor sax, Scott Robinson on baritone sax, Ben Allison on double-bass, Frank Kimbrough on piano, and Tim Horner on drums.

Where:  Settlement Music School 416 Queen Street, Philadelphia.

Cost:  $15

The Broken Prayers
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 8PM

What:   This country band from South Philly use their instrumental ability to change what is normally thought of as "country. Their sound is darker and mixes in aggression and blues. Come out and support this local band. Joined by the Sweetheart Parade.

Where:   The Dawson Street Pub @ Dawson St Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   No cover

The Most Interesting Show in the World
Friday, 12/12/2008@ 9PM

What:   Yours truly, two.one.five magazine teams up with Dos Equis for our first annual holiday party, The Most Interesting Show in the World. The show will feature music by infamous DJ's Juan Maclean and Dave P, and will be hosted by NYC's Raven O. Come out, enjoy the show, and the complimentary drinks.

Where: TLA, 334 South Street, Philadelphia

Cost:   15 | 21+