Jazz musician Nate Smith will be playing the Perelman Theater this week (Source: Ensemble Arts Philly website).
This week is going to be another memorable one. From jazz to cult films and festivals galore. The fall is the perfect time to plan fun activities for friends and family.
For jazz lovers, the night with Nate Smith at the Perelman Theater in Philly is a must see this week. And if you are looking to expand your cocktail palate, then also put Bucks County Wine Trail’s Cocktail Weekend on your calendar.
There are also still plenty of markets and festivals being held throughout the region. Willow Grove is having its Fall into Local Market while Ambler is the place to be if you love the Blues because The Philadelphia Blues Society Festival is happening this week.
Movie lovers will also want to check out Cult Cinema Club’s showing of Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) at the Hiway Theater in Jenkintown. In Schwenksville, a fun night of Art Bingo is also planned.
Get into the Halloween mood with a night at Playcrafters in Skippack where they are performing Dracula – A Feminist Revenge Story.
If things are a little rough right now and you need some help or you wish to help others in your community who are experiencing difficult times, then be sure to stop by the food pantry at the Bread of Life Church in Upper Darby on Saturday.
Nate Smith at the Perelman Theater
On Saturday, October 11, 7:30 p.m., drummer, composer and producer Nate Smith will be bringing his distinctive sound to the Perelman Theater.
Smith first got noticed for his jazz, R&B, hip-hop and pop fusion on the internet, but now he is a GRAMMY nominated artist who has worked with well-known artists like Norah Jones, Pat Metheny and Dave Holland.
The Perelman Theater is located inside the Kimmel Center for Performing Arts at 300 South Broad Street in Philadelphia. For more information, visit ensemblartsphilly.org or call 215-893-1999.
Fall Into Local Market at Willow Grove Park Mall
On Saturday, October 11, 8 a.m., come enjoy everything autumn-related at the Fall Into Local Market at the Willow Grove Park Mall.
Don’t miss your chance to win a free mall gift card at the vendor scavenger hunt, courtesy of MD Productions.
The Willow Grove Park Mall is located at 2500 Moreland Road in Willow Grove. For more information, visit happeningnext.com.
Cult Cinema Club at The Hiway Theater
On Saturday, October 11, 9:45 p.m., The Cult Cinema Club is showing cult classic Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) at The Highway Theater in Jenkintown.
The Japanese science fiction, horror film is about a Japanese salaryman who one day wakes up to find that he is transforming into a hybrid of man and machine. The film is written, produced and edited by Shinya Tsukamoto.
The Hiway Theater is located at 212 Old York Road in Jenkintown. For more information, visit hiwaytheater.org or call 267-864-0065.
Philadelphia Blues Society Blues Festival at Temple Ambler
On Saturday, October 11, 11 a.m., the first annual Philadelphia Blues Society Festival will be held at Temple Ambler.
Bring blankets or lawn chairs. There will be food trucks and a beer garden available for food and drinks. Reservations are $40.
Temple University Ambler Campus is located at 580 Meetinghouse Road in Ambler. For reservations and more information, visit philadelphiabluessociety.org.
Dracula – A Feminist Revenge Story at Playcrafters
Starting Friday, October 10, 8 p.m., Playcrafters in Skippack will be presenting Dracula – A Feminist Revenge Story.
This production is sure to put you in the Halloween mood.
Playcrafters is located at 2011 Store Road in Skippack. For more information, visit playcrafters.org or call 610-584-4005.
Art Bingo at Engage Art Studio
On Sunday, October 12, 1 p.m., Engage Art Studio in Schwenksville is hosting an Art Bingo.
Spend $28 to play up to 20 games and get the chance to win a unique piece of art from local artists each game.
Engage Art Studio is located at 1005 N Gravel Pike in Schwenksville. For more information, visit engagearts.com or call 484-968-3103.
Food Pantry at Bread of Life Church
On Saturday, October 11, 11 a.m., Bread of Life Church in Upper Darby is hosting its Food Pantry.
The food pantry is open every 2nd Saturday. Whether you need assistance yourself or want to learn how to help others, come for a visit.
The Bread of Life Church is located at 110 S. State Road in Upper Darby. For more information visit bol.church or call 610-449-1251.
Cocktail Weekend on the Bucks County Wine Trail
On Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12, select Bucks County Wine Trail locations will be celebrating Cocktail Weekend as part of the trail’s annual Harvest Celebration.
For $49, you can enjoy a signature wine or hard cider-infused cocktail at seven of the trail’s locations. You will also have the chance to sample fresh-pressed grapes and apples and enjoy food trucks and live music. Times vary depending on location.
For more information, visit visitbuckscounty.com or call 215-519-8833.
