Free/Cheap things for the week of January 18th

TUESDAY

PML presents Any Given Sunday IV (21+): 8 pm at the Khyber (which you know how I love...that sounded sarcastic...I'm not being sarcastic) This will be webcast live and posted on youtube. Free show and $1 PBR until eleven, so unless you're an idiot I'll be seeing you at 8 on 56 S. 2nd St.

Dance Party at the Barbary (21+)- No cover, it'll pry be a bunch of hipsters, but hey if you're into that go to 951 Frankford St.

Pub Quiz at Fergie's (21+)- Located at 1214 Sansom St. No cover.

Pub Trivia (21+)- Pub trivia at the Dive on Passyunk just north of Carpenter.

Tavern at Camac Karaoke night (gay bar) (21+)- 243 S. Camac St. 10pm-2am

WEDNESDAY:

The Complete Persepolis Book Talk Part 1: Right in the heart of Center City at Broad St. Minestry they are holding the first in a series of 4 talks about this book, which if you haven't read you really should. It will start at 6:30 and Broad St. Minestry is located right on Broad between Spruce and Pine.

The Iran-Iraq war in Contemporary Persian Fiction- At the Free library of Philadelphia on 33rd and Walnut st. Join Rutgers Persian language Professor Paul Sprachman for a discussion on the varied representations of the Iran-Iraq war in Persian literature. Room 231 at 5:30 pm

One Book, One Philadelphia Kick-Off Event: A Journey to Iran through Music, Featuring Intercultural Journeys and a Screening of Persepolis- At the Philadelphia Free Library at 19th and Vine st. at 7:30

THURSDAY:

Reality Television and Arab politics- 6 pm at Penn bookstore. "Penn Professor Marwan Kraidy challenges the notion of a monolithic "Arab Street" and offers an original perspective on Arab media. Kraidy analyzes how reality television stirs controversy over cultural authenticity, gender relations, and political participation in the Arab world."

Metropolis (21+)- Playing at the Barbary no cover, open bar until it's gone...which realistically pry means there won't be a whole lot, but hey why not try. Frankford and Delaware Ave.

FRIDAY:
All Ages Show at JR'S Bar: $5. 22nd and Passyunk. 9 PM

Minas- Free celebration at the Kimmel Center (right on Broad st. in Center City) for bringing Brazilian music to Philadelphia, and how else would you celebrate bringing Brazilian music to Philly then with Brazilian music. at 5:30 pm

1 cent drink happy hour (21+)- At roosevelts 23 from 5 to 7 every friday enjoy drinks for a penny. $6 cover to get in, but hey for $6 you get all the beers you can drink in 2 hours. Located on 23rd and Walnut.

Karaoke at Ray's Happy Birthday Bar: If it's your birthday you get a free drink! They may not have $1 pbr, but they do have south philly charm lots of cigarettes, and not a lot of english. (1200 E. Passyunk Ave.) 10pm-1:30

SATURDAY:

Punk Show: Make your friends think you're cool and spend $5 to go to a real live punk show, maybe if you're lucky you can even get a bruise to show off to all your friends. Bucket Flesh, Zombie Dogs, Death First, and 2 others. At terrordome on 48th and Havorford

Traditional Irish Music Session- at 4 pm at Fergie's Pub 1214 Sansom St.

Tour of The Kimmel Center Art and Architecture- which if you've ever been in the kimmel center before you know is fascinating. 10:30 in the morning at the Kimmel center on Broad St. (For more information- http://www.kimmelcenter.org/planning/tours.php)

Tango Hop- Argentine Tango in Media PA. For $12 you get a half hour lesson at 9, and then at 9:30 until late you can do social Argentine style dancing. (For more information- http://www.tangohop.com/tangohop.com/Home.html)

SUNDAY:

WSA Worldwide Open Northeast- Admission is free. And yes, this will be a bunch of happy jumpy people in skirts with pom poms as this is the Worldwide Spirit Association. (The schedule- 9:00 am Doors Open. 10: 00 am Competition Begins. 10:00 am Individual Competition. 11:00 am Team Competition L1- L2. 1:00 pm Awards L1 - L2. 2:00 pm Team Competition L3-L6. 5:00 pm Team Awards L3-L6.)

Karaoke and $1 beer- You know how much I love $1 beer and karaoke, the only thing that could make this better would be if it was at the Khyber instead of the Barbary (951 Frankford St.- aka "that kinda hip part of the city")

OPEN (ALMOST) ALL WEEK

The Blue Door- A play at the Arden. Starring my badass acting teacher from awhile ago. I hope ya'll know the deal by now only $5 to go see a live badass play if you have a student Id. That's cheaper than a movie, and waaaay better then something involving Vampires making out.

Broke Party tips

Thought everyone here might enjoy this.

Free/Cheap this week- January 4th

MONDAY:
Paranormal Activity Movie Showing (21+) - Doors open at 6:30 the show starts at 8. $3 to get in which goes towards a beer, and if you get there before 7 you get a free beer and bag of popcorn.

Philly Rising Open Mic Night- World Cafe Live. 7:00 Most people go there and order food and watch the music. Broke people get free water and watch the music. WARNING: Anyone can sign up for this, so on occasion I've seen people playing and reppin dirty jerz bra! Located on 3025 Walnut St.

Free Salsa Lessons (21+)- Free s

alsa lessons every monday at Vango Lounge and skybar. The drinks can definately get a little expensive there, but rest assured all their beer costs less than $6.

Jazz open Mic Night- Free at MilkBoy Coffee in Ardmore hosted by jazz pianist Mike Frank, bring your in

struments and be ready to play, or just yourself and be ready to listen. (For more information go to Milkboycoffee.com)

Graduate thesis exhibition- Uarts' low residency MFA (Master of fine

arts) program in ceramics is having its thesis exhibit in galleries in Hamilton Hall located on Broad St. on the Avenue of the arts. To the left is a piece called "working woman" by Tiernan Alexander. (For more information go to

http://www.uarts.edu/newsevent/6302.html)

Khyber Karaoke: Lots of songs in all genres. No entrance fee, and $1 PBR until 11. At the khyber in Old City. 9 o'clock be there or be lame.

Tiger Beats Indie Dance Party- Exactly what it sounds like at the Barbary

Open Mic Night- Fergie's pub open mic night 21+ no cover charge. 1214 Sansom St.

Free Tai Chi Class- Every Monday at 2 increase your flexibility and do those cool arm move thingies at the Philadelphia Free library on 18 S. 7th St.

TUESDAY:

(Every Tuesday) Open mic night at the Helium Comedy Club on South Street. Free admission, but you do have to purchase 2 things (food) when you get there. So if you were gonna go out to eat, you may as well get in some laughs for free.

Graduate thesis exhibition- Uarts' low residency MFA (Master of fine arts) program in ceramics is having its thesis exhibit in galleries in Hamilton Hall located on Broad St. on the Avenue of the arts. (For more information go to http://www.uarts.edu/newsevent/6302.html)

Pub Quiz at Fergie's (21+)- Located at 1214 Sansom St. No cover.

90s Dance Party (21+)- Another dance party at the Barbary, this one has a dance contest too, with a $50 prize. No cover, and lots of grunge.

Pub Trivia (21+)- Pub trivia at the Dive on Passyunk just north of Carpenter.

WEDNESDAY:

Graduate thesis exhibition- Uarts' low residency MFA (Master of fine arts) program in ceramics is having its thesis exhibit in galleries in Hamilton Hall located on Broad St. on the Avenue of the arts. (For more information go to http://www.uarts.edu/newsevent/6302.html)

Bouffant Bangout (2

1+)- Show up with a bouffant and get a free beer. There's a DJ, but this one sounds like a sweet one, they play 50s rock and 60s surf. Please note unless you're wearing your bouffant this is not a costume party.

Starving the Tsunami (21+ no cover)- Starving the Tsunami, Joe Jack, Talcum, and Stinging Nettles. (For more information or to hear them http://www.myspace.com/starvingthetsunami) Located at Millcreek Tavern 4200 Chester Ave in University City

Free Chinese Folk Dance Lessons- Join the Phiadelphia free library every Wed. at 2:00 on 18 S. 7th St. To learn about and how to do a chinese folk dance.

Araya-New Restored Print- Araya was acclaimed as the forerunner of latin feminist cinema, but was never released in the united states. Let's make sure it feels welcome here. (For more information or to order tickets go to http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/VenueListings.action?venueId=intlhouse) at 7:00 tickets range from $5 to $8.

Graham Keir Featuring Trio Slaye (21+)- I have no clue what they sound like, but they're playing for free at Fergie's pub at 1214 Sansom St at 10.

Philly for Change- Tired of being broke, well make some noise about it (not really). A grassroots political organization that fights for progressive public policy. Meeting at Tritone on 15th and South at 7.

Poet-tree in Motion- "A diverse range of dance, live music, and spoken word" There are a whole bunch of things going on this night at 7. Admission is free. At the Rotunda, which is part of UPENN now, but used to be a church, located at 4014 Walnut St.

THURSDAY:

Pub Quiz at Fergie's (21+)- Located at 1214 Sansom St. No cover.

Learn Chinese for Free- Every Thursday go to the Philadelphia Free Library at 18 S. 7th St. to learn Chinese for the English speaker.

FRIDAY:
WXPN's Free at Noon- At the World Cafe live in Philadelphia. Shows are free and have a large variety of music from XPN and NPR, you do however have to register at XPN.org to be able to attend.

Metal Show at JR's Bar- $5 and don't let the bar word scare you away this is a show for all ages. Rat healer (evil sounding), Bucketflush (Philly hardcore punk), worm (punk rock), Maledicere (Black Metal). At 8pm 22nd and Passyunk.

1 cent drink happy hour (21+)- At roosevelts 23 from 5 to 7 every friday enjoy drinks for a penny. Located on 23rd and Walnut.

If I could shoot lasers out of my eyes (I would shoot lasers out of my eyes) Gallery

opening- And yes, before you read on it looks like this gallery just may be as cool as it sounds. Opening reception from 7 to 10. Super colorful and comic inspired. Located on 1026 Arch St. on the second floor. (For more information go to space 1026.com)

Sub Verso Show (21+ no cover)- Sub Verso, Christopher Walken (the band not the man silly), Party Photographers, and Shitty Knees at Millcreek Tavern 4200 Chester Ave in University City.

Gallery opening for Arabesque Expressionism- Two different artists. One works with ovals and one works with squares. The gallery is open from noon to 6. (For more information go to- http://a-x-d.com/gallery)

Tony Manero-Philadelphia Premiere- This movie (with tickets ranging from $5-8) is about a man who is in love with John Travolta's character in Saturday Night Live, and likes to do impersonations. In this film, he finds out about an impersonation contest that he thinks he can win, and it's about everything that he does to get there. Located at Internation House at 3701 Chestnut St at 7:00. (For more information or to order tickets-http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/VenueListings.action?venueId=intlhouse)

SATURDAY:
Tour of The Kimmel Center Art and Architecture- which if you've ever been in the kimmel center before you know is fascinating. 10:30 in the morning at the Kimmel center on Broad St. (For more information- http://www.kimmelcenter.org/planning/tours.php)

Traditional Irish Music Session (21+)- Join Fergie's Pub on 1214 Sansom St. at 4 for a traditional Irish music session.

nEW Meet the Artists see the Work: They describe themselves as "artist driven, dance fueled experimental dance and performance art". Come and see for free the work of some of Philly's new emerging artists. Light refreshments will be served. Takes place on the 4th floor of the Terra building at Uarts on Broad St. (For more information see their website http://www.newfestival.net/schedule.html)

Drinks for a Penny (21+)- At roosevelts 23 from 1 pm to 12 am a penny will buy you a drink. That's right my friend, drinks for a penny. You're welcome. Located on 23rd and Walnut

Tango Hop- Argentine Tango in Media PA. For $12 you get a half hour lesson at 9, and then at 9:30 until late you can do social Argentine style dancing. (For more information- http://www.tangohop.com/tangohop.com/Home.html)

Another Metal Show at JR's Bar- Once again 5 dollars. All ages. 8pm. Crucifest (WWW.MYSPACE.COM/CRUCIFIST), vulcan, Hessian and Born of Thunder. JR's bar is still located at Passyunk and 22nd. South Phillay!

OPEN (ALMOST) ALL WEEK:

Jesse Whitacer- Colorful artwork at Gross McCleaf Gallery. Open Monday-

Saturday 10-5. Located at 127 South 16th St. (For more informatin go to http://www.grossmccleaf.com/)

Peter Pan: At the Arden theatre in Old City. It's a play meant for little kids, but from what I've heard it sounds pretty bad ass, lots of talent and steam punk theme. Plus it has great reviews. Not convinced yet, it's one of Philly's best theatres (in my opinion) and with any kind of student id you can go there for only $5. (Not open on Mondays. Go to ArdenTheatre.org for show times)

Making Modernity- An exhibit showing how chemistry has effected our lives. Includes scientific instruments, rare books, journals of scientists, fine art. Covers everything from alchemy to the chemical instrument revolution to the chemistry of color. Made to help you get a new perspective on things around you. At the chemical Heritage Foundation Museum on 315 Chestnut St. (For more information go to their website http://www.chemheritage.org/exhibits/ex-nav6-exhibition.html)

Project H.O.M.E.s 20th anniversary celebration.- This is an exhibit showcasing the art of 21 formerly homeless adults who participated in the H.O.M.E. program a charity that works in Philadelphia to help homeless people. Open from 9 to 5 Monday through Friday. Located at the community art gallery on 1234 Market St.

Once Upon a Time- All different types of media from fantasy. Ranging from Ceramics to mixed media. Open Tuesday through Sunday 11-6 at DaleT Gallery on 141 N. 2nd St.

Dance with Camera: 36th and Sansom. The institute of contemporary art. Part of the University of Pennsylvania. A study of artists who want to make choreography for the camera. Features film, video, and still photography. Looks neat to me. Not open on Monday or Tuesday (For more information http://www.icaphila.org/exhibitions/dance.php)

The Astronomer, Part 1: Departure From Shed by Ronnie Bass: Located on 319 N. 11th Street, Second Floor. This is the first installment of a 3 part series. I'm having a hard summarizing, so here comes a quote "Departure From Shed consists of a video and sculpture centered around an open-ended narrative in which an astronomer, played by Bass, recognizes an opportune time for he and his friends to flee an oppressive situation and begin a new life. Working out of a shed, the astronomer motivates his friends to labor diligently and retain their faith as they prepare for the journey. "