Makin’ your way in the world today takes everything you’ve got.

DO
River City Festival Fishtown
What: A free fete with bands, food, art, and fun for kids.
Why: Go see the other waterfront.
When: Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Penn Treaty Park, 1199 N. Delaware Ave.

SHOP
Bohema Artisan and Vintage Boutique
What: Vintage and local designer clothes and accessories in cute, bright, turquoise boutique.
Why: Local flavor.
When: Tues.-Thurs. & Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 6152 Ridge Ave., Roxborough (215-482-5393).

DANCE
Macho City Disco Party
What: DJs Mike Tee and Ron Morelli spin underground disco in a gay biker’s bar.
Why: See above.
When: Fri., 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: The Bike Stop, 206 S. Quince St. (215-627-1662).

HEAR
The Wombats
What: Liverpudlian trio of snotty-sounding dudes sing catchy indie rock/punk.
Why: Catch them while people still remember their name.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St. (866-468-7619). Tickets online at ticketweb.com.

SEW
A Quilt
What: Learn to make your own sampler quilt in a five-week course.
Why: It’s gonna get cold out there.
When: Thru Oct. 18. Sat., 2-4 p.m.
Where: Spool, 1912 South St. (215-545-0755).