Looking to mix things up this week? From an arts education fair to a live show, here are a few top options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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Arts Education Fair
From the event description:
The Arts Education Fair is a great way to discover arts and cultural opportunities for every age group and discipline. Representatives from more than 60 Philadelphia cultural organizations and arts educators will answer your questions about their programs, school visits, field trips and other opportunities. Participating organizations include the American Swedish Historical Museum, Lantern Theater Company and Mural Arts Philadelphia.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 27, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Hamilton Building, 128 N. Broad St.
Admission: Free
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The Impact of Black Maternal Mortality and Surviving the Fourth Trimester
From the event description:
Saleemah McNeil, a reproductive therapist and founder of the Oshun Family Center, will discuss the impact of black maternal mortality. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, black mothers in the U.S. die at three to four times the rate of white mothers, which results in the the widest of all racial disparities in women's health.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 27, 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Discovery Center, 3401 Reservoir Drive
Admission: Free
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Intro to Data Analytics: SQL Fundamentals
From the event description:
Structured Query Language (SQL) is the most ubiquitous language for data scientists and data analysts. In this course, you’ll learn to extract and analyze data stored in databases. You’ll also learn to extract data and work with simple queries to pull specific data you need for your analysis. This workshop is suitable for beginners. Participants should bring a laptop and water bottle.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 28, 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: CityCoHo, 2401 Walnut St.
Admission: Free
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Radiator Hospital Live
From the event description:
Check out a live performance by Yowler, Outer Spaces and Gladiator Hospital this Wednesday night. Radiator Hospital, a full band, is an outlet for the highly romantic and often noisy punk-bred pop songs of Michigan songwriter and founder of the group Sam Cook-Parrott. Next is Outer Spaces, who released their debut album "A Shedding Snake" in 2015. Rounding out the night is Yowler, a Philadelphia-based solo project of Maryn Jones, who has been recording and releasing music since as early as 2004.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 28, 8 p.m.- Thursday, Aug. 29, midnight
Where: Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave.
Admission: $12
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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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