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Archive: August, 2009
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| Kung Fu Necktie |
We first told you about this dance competition in the Summer Fun Guide, when it was going on exclusively at Bob & Barbara's. Looks like it's expanded to Kung Fu Necktie's lineup, too which is no surprise, 'cause almost everyone I know is broke and trying to make quick, easy cash. To thicken your wallet here, you first have to bust a move to four 30-second clips of your favorite songs. If you get to the final round, though, the rest is out of your control you have to spin the "Wheel of Genres," which will determine if it's country, hip-hop or something else entirely you're dancing to. Good luck. An ex-Fly Girl will be judging your ass.
Mon., Aug. 31, 10 p.m., $5, Kung Fu Necktie, 1248 N. Front St., 215-291-4919, kungfunecktie.com.
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| Bicycle Coalition |
All and all, this has been a pretty great summer for Philly bikers (those times I've been harassed on Girard Avenue notwithstanding). To celebrate, a whole bunch of bike geeks members of the Bike Church, Pedal Co-op and Bicycle Ambassadors (pictured above, how cute!) are throwing a party tonight. It'll feature bike-themed music and movies, tips on urban commuting, and information on the upcoming addition of Center City bike lanes. The hosts will even teach you how fix your flat if you've got one.
Wed., Aug. 19, 4-9 p.m., Arbol Cafe, 209 Poplar St., 215-284-5788, bicyclecoalition.org.
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Don't know what to do tonight? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
Lord knows Philly loves its gender-bending cabaret. (You've heard of Martha Graham Cracker and Cabaret Red Light, yah?) Tonight, you can add one more of these performances to the list Miss Cast 2: A Cabaret of Songs Sung by the Wrong People, which will benefit the local Mauckingbird Theatre Company. Jennie Eisenhower, that saucy, red-lipped lady on the left, will be hosting. And it's only a matter of hours until you see what she looks like gussied up like a man.
Mon., Aug. 17, 7:30 p.m., $25, Second Stage at the Adrienne, 2030 Sansom St., 215-923-8909.
Don't know what to do tonight? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
This is just so weird we like it: Seth Green and the rest of the gang from Adult Swim's Robot Chicken are traveling around the country to promote their Star Wars series but instead of, like, a Q&A or a standard standup show, they're throwing parties at roller skating rinks. This one'll feature appearances by the Philly Roller Girls and a performance by Gym Class Heroes. We only dislike one of the things in the latter sentence.
Wed., Aug. 12, 8 p.m., free, Jamz Roller Skating, 7017 Roosevelt Blvd., 215-335-3400, adultswim.com/presents/robotchickenonwheels/index.html.
Yo! We're looking for City Paper editorial interns (for both A&E and news) for the fall. The Thursday, August 13 application deadline is tomorrow, so get crackin'. Read all the details after the jump.
Fall 2009 A&E Internship:
Interested in expanding your portfolio, improving your writing skills and gaining invaluable experience outside your college paper? Philadelphia City Paper is looking for ambitious, dedicated, creative, energetic writers who want to make an immediate impact at Philadelphia's premier alternative publication.
We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2009 intern positions. This internship requires a familiarity with the Philadelphia area and an interest in contemporary arts and culture. Primary responsibilities include keeping up with weekly beats for our listings section and writing weekly entertainment-oriented columns. Interns typically put in anywhere from 10 to 20 hours per week (scheduling is flexible).
Other duties include:
* Pitching/writing short pieces for the weekly agenda/arts agenda sections
* Pitching/writing features for the arts, music and food sections
* Pitching/writing content for our various blogs
* Conducting research
* Transcribing interviews
* Fact checking
* Developing and pitching your own story ideas
Participants should preferably be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Recent graduates may also apply. All majors are welcome, but candidates with a background in journalism, communication or English have a leg up. We are more than willing to work with your school in regards to college credit. All internships are unpaid. We are flexible about when you can start and end, but preference will be given to those who can begin first thing in September and stay throughout December.
To apply, mail a cover letter, résumé, three references (just the names and numbers of people is fine, no letters needed) and three clips (no more, no less) to the address listed below. Also, include when you can begin and end. We are also accepting e-mail applications (see contact address). No phone calls, please. Act fast, because these positions don't stay open for long.
DEADLINE FOR FALL 2009 APPLICATIONS IS THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2009.
Holly Otterbein
Agenda Editor
Philadelphia City Paper
123 Chestnut St., Third Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106
E-mail: holly.otterbein@citypaper.net
Fall 2009 News Internship:
News interns are responsible for keeping up with news and politics, and for writing short stories for the "Million Stories" section of the paper and for the blog. There is also an opportunity for writing longer pieces.
To apply, mail a cover letter, résumé, three references (just the names and numbers of people is fine, no letters needed) and three clips (no more, no less) to the address listed below. Also, include when you can begin and end. We are also accepting e-mail applications (see contact address). No phone calls, please. Act fast, because these positions don't stay open for long.
DEADLINE FOR FALL 2009 APPLICATIONS IS THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2009.
Doron Taussig
News Editor
Philadelphia City Paper
123 Chestnut St., Third Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106
E-mail: doron@citypaper.net
Don't know what to do tonight? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
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We're seriously digging this girl's hip-hop, Brazilian jazzy, psych rocky, just overall pretty-sounding music. Not to mention her style and that fly cover up top. Listen here.
Tue., Aug. 11, 9:30 p.m., $10, Silk City, 435 Spring Garden St., 215-592-8838, silkcityphilly.com.
Don't know what to do tonight? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
When it's this hot out? Grab a drink and an ice pop, and listen to Shakey play the blues for free.
Mon. Aug. 10, 7 p.m., free, Tritone, 1508 South St., 215-545-0475, tritonebar.com.
Yo! We're looking for City Paper editorial interns (for both A&E and news) for the fall. The Thursday, August 13 application deadline is exactly a week away, so get crackin'. Plus, early applicants are looked at with love. Read all the details after the jump.
Fall 2009 A&E Internship:
Interested in expanding your portfolio, improving your writing skills and gaining invaluable experience outside your college paper? Philadelphia City Paper is looking for ambitious, dedicated, creative, energetic writers who want to make an immediate impact at Philadelphia's premier alternative publication.
We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2009 intern positions. This internship requires a familiarity with the Philadelphia area and an interest in contemporary arts and culture. Primary responsibilities include keeping up with weekly beats for our listings section and writing weekly entertainment-oriented columns. Interns typically put in anywhere from 10 to 20 hours per week (scheduling is flexible).
Other duties include:
* Pitching/writing short pieces for the weekly agenda/arts agenda sections
* Pitching/writing features for the arts, music and food sections
* Pitching/writing content for our various blogs
* Conducting research
* Transcribing interviews
* Fact checking
* Developing and pitching your own story ideas
Participants should preferably be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Recent graduates may also apply. All majors are welcome, but candidates with a background in journalism, communication or English have a leg up. We are more than willing to work with your school in regards to college credit. All internships are unpaid. We are flexible about when you can start and end, but preference will be given to those who can begin first thing in September and stay throughout December.
To apply, mail a cover letter, résumé, three references and three clips (no more, no less) to the address listed below. Also, include when you can begin and end. We are also accepting e-mail applications (see contact address). No phone calls, please. Act fast, because these positions don't stay open for long.
DEADLINE FOR FALL 2009 APPLICATIONS IS THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2009.
Holly Otterbein
Agenda Editor
Philadelphia City Paper
123 Chestnut St., Third Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106
E-mail: holly.otterbein@citypaper.net
Fall 2009 News Internship:
News interns are responsible for keeping up with news and politics, and for writing short stories for the "Million Stories" section of the paper and for the blog. There is also an opportunity for writing longer pieces.
To apply, mail a cover letter, résumé, three references and three clips (no more, no less) to the address listed below. Also, include when you can begin and end. We are also accepting e-mail applications (see contact address). No phone calls, please. Act fast, because these positions don't stay open for long.
DEADLINE FOR FALL 2009 APPLICATIONS IS THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2009.
Doron Taussig
News Editor
Philadelphia City Paper
123 Chestnut St., Third Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106
E-mail: doron@citypaper.net
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Take note, Sarah McLachlan and the SPCA: The August Free People catalog, which just came out today, makes us want to adopt a million abandoned pets. It features adorable pups and kitties from the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society resting on models' shoulders, hiding in corners and doing all those other cute pet things that make you scream "Please Mom/Roommate/Significant Other!! Can I have one?" Peek at the catalog here, and then watch the video documenting the photo shoot. And then maybe even take one home.
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