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The Weekend Guide

Oh, so much to see!

LAUGH
The Santaland Diaries
What: Flashpoint Theatre adapts the David Sedaris classic.
Why: Elf yourself.
When: Sun., 2 & 7 p.m.
Where: Fergie’s Pub, 1214 Sansom St., 2nd fl. (215-563-4330). Tickets online at tix.com.

Peek-a-Boo Revue Holiday Spectacular
What: Singing, dancing, comedy, and — oh yeah! — striptease.
Why: It’s an art form. Really.
When: Sat., 7 & 10:30 p.m.
Where: National Mechanics, 22 S. Third St. (215-701-4883).

Sock & Awe: An Overwhelming Display of Sock Monkey Art
What: Curator Mike Geno and local artists pay homage to the classic stuffed toy.
Why: Nothing says happy holidays like socks.
When: Thru Feb. 2. Opening reception, Sat., 5-9 p.m.
Where: Mew Gallery, 906 Christian St. (215-625-2424).

BUY
Punk Rock Flea Market
What: Rifle through tables and tables of new and used merch.
Why: No better place to find a white belt.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Starlight Ballroom, 460 N. Ninth St.

HEAR
Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings
What: Gimmick-free raw soul and funk.
Why: The Spice Girls have nothing on this girl power.
When: Fri. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Where: Fillmore at the TLA, 334 South St. (215-922-1011). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.


Photo Credit: Justin Florentine

Location
22 S 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-701-4883
460 N 9th St
@ Noble St
Philadelphia, PA 19123
866-468-7619
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