From a short film screening to a celebration of a radio station founder, there's plenty to enjoy in Philadelphia this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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'5 Shorts' season 5: wrap party
From the event description:
Celebrate 10 filmmakers who made a short film with the 5 Shorts Project this Thursday night. The organization supports artists who create films from development to production, according to its website.
When: Thursday, Aug. 22, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Love City Brewing, 1023 Hamilton St.
Admission: Free
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WURD Radio Founder's Day
From the event description:
Join us to celebrate the life and legacy of WURD founder Walter P. Lomax Jr., MD, as we honor his passion for economic empowerment and more for the African American community. WURD will also launch Lively-HOOD at Founder's Day. It's an initiative with a specific focus on connecting young minority Philadelphians with jobs and enterpreneurship opportunities.
When: Friday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St.
Admission: Free
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Storytelling Through Health and Wellness Training
From the event description:
Storytelling Through Health and Wellness is a training that is facilitated by UrStorytellers and in collaboration with the City of Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training has been approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue becoming a certified peer specialist.
When: Friday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Zion Baptist Church, 3600 N. Broad St.
Admission: Free
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Teacher SOUL: Sounds of Upcoming Legends
From the event description:
We've curated a showcase of talented teachers who are known to have crowds throw their hands up this Friday night. All of the performing and visual artists in the showcase are educators with Enriched Schools, an organization dedicated to reimagining substitute teaching.
When: Friday, Aug. 23, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd.
Admission: Free
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Parking in Philadelphia can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of Philadelphia parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check SEPTA's website for nearby stations and schedules.
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