Philadelphia - October 15, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Cine-graphic!

SEE
P-Star Rising
What: Catch a free screening of the documentary about 9-year-old rapper Priscilla Diaz (a.k.a. P-Star) at this year’s Philly Film Festival.
Why: You’re never too young to learn to rhyme.
When: Fri., 8 p.m. (Weather permitting.)
Where: The Piazza at Schmidts, 1001 N. Second St.

PARTY
Cine Cafe
What: Do a little role-playing while sharing sips at the official festival bar. Flash your ticket or pass for drink specials and let the recap session begin.
Why: Film nerds and cheap cocktails.
When: Fri. & Sat., 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Top Hat Bar, 247 Market St., 2nd flr. (215-413-1433).

HEAR
Broadcast
What: Catch sexy-voiced, UK-based singer Trish Keenan backed by scratchy synthesizers, guitars, and bass.
Why: Don’t touch that dial.
When: Sun., 7:30 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St. Tickets online at ticketweb.com.

SHOP
Henri Bendel
What: The fancy-pants retailer finally makes it to Philly with its newly opened K.O.P. shop.
Why: Window shop till you drop.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: King of Prussia Mall, 160 N. Gulph Rd., King of Prussia (610-354-8971).

SIP
Autumn Tea
What: Deer Creek Herb Farm hosts $6 tastings of house-made blends. Relax with a friend in the chicken coop or by the garden. BYO mug.
Why: Such a teas.
When: Sun., 2-4 p.m.
Where: 3721 Deer Creek Rd. (610-775-4504). R.S.V.P. to deercreekfarm@aol.com.

Photo: Courtesy of IndiePix Studios