Philadelphia - October 02, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Thursday? Already?

DO
The Philadelphia Independent Craft Market
What: Handmade and vintage goods, art, food, music, and other stuff for heart and home.
Why: Local support.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 941 Theater, 941 Front St.

HEAR
Fleet Foxes
What: Our favorite Seattle quintet takes their music to your ears.
Why: Let’s be honest, it might be one of the few things that’ll be worth the time.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Starlight Ballroom, 460 N. Ninth St. (866-468-7619). Tickets online at ticketweb.com.

SEE
Global Warming at the Icebox
What: Local artists curate an exhibit of fifteen sculptors’ ideas about global warming.
Why: Al Gore would be proud.
When: Sun., 2-5 p.m.
Where: The Icebox Project Space, Crane Arts Building, 1400 N. American St. (215-413-9126).

GIVE
To Women
What: Eat, drink, and be way merry at a super-fun party to benefit the Women’s Medical Fund with an open bar, food by Peachtree and Ward, and music.
Why: Last year they were dancing on the tables.
When: Thurs., 7-10 p.m.
Where: Luxe Home, 1308 Chestnut St. (215-564-4070).

KEEP
For Yourself
What: Sugarcube hosts a sidewalk sale/concert with Bare Knuckle, 25 percent off Rogues Gallery, and 30 off Kyumi.
Why: Classic rock lives. Bring lighters and credit cards.
When: Fri., 6-10 p.m.
Where: 124 N. Third St. (215-238-0825).