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What to expect? The scoop on everything fun, fashionable,
and cool for under-6 crowd (and their parents).
Come up from the trenches for a breath of fresh air.
SEE
Megawords Storefront
What: A month-long happening with a revolving schedule of exhibits, workshops, and speakers.
Why: Never a dull moment.
When: Thru Sept. 29. Tues.-Sun., 1-9 p.m.
Where: 125 N. 11th St. (215-300-7391).
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John Coltrane Outdoor Birthday Tribute
What: An afternoon block party celebrates John Coltrane’s birthday (he would have been 82) with live music, street vendors, and film.
Why: Jazz up your day.
When: Sat., 3-5 p.m.
Where: Church of the Advocate, 1801 W. Diamond St. (215-232-4485).
SHOP
Art Star End of Summer Sale & Trunk Show
What: Save 20 percent on clothes and bags and check out Plaid Pony Vintage’s trunk show.
Why: It’s enough to make you get up before noon.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 623 N. Second St. (215-238-1557).
Trunk Show Boutique
What: The shop opens under new ownership with new labels and everything from basics to party gear.
Why: And behold! Another excuse to shop.
When: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 4-7 p.m.; Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., 1-6 p.m.
Where: 313 Bainbridge St. (215-925-1207).
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Inked
What: The Fall Philadelphia Tattoo Show hosts more than 100 of the world’s best artists, sideshow acts, and tattoo contests.
Why: Beware the noncomformist.
When: Fri., 2 p.m.-midnight; Sat., noon-midnight; Sun., noon-8 p.m.
Where: 23rd Street Armory, 22 S. 23rd St. (800-541-8239).