Some of the most interesting things happening across the region from Friday, June 14th to Thursday, June 20th. Share your event by tweeting us @citywidestories or tagging us on Facebook.
Friday Night Rumba
Friday, June 14th
8 – 11 pm
Imperfect Gallery
5539 Germantown Ave
Cost: Free
Rumbas are gatherings of people of all ages and nationalities, united by their love of Cuban folklore. Come out to drum, sing and dance, this is not a performance, it’s an experience. Rumbas are free and open to the public!
Rosé Garden
Friday, June 14th
5:30 – 10:00pm
Fork Restaurant
Cost: Pay as you go
Enjoy a rotating selection of rosé wines from around the world, all available by the glass, in a weekly changing flight, or by the bottle, complemented by a menu of rosé-infused and rosé-friendly cuisine from Fork’s acclaimed kitchen. Sip on your rosé in a literal rose garden, surrounded by photo-friendly flowers.
The Rail Park Birthday Party!
Friday, June 14th
6 – 8 pm
The Patio
500 N 10th St
Cost: Pay as you go
The Rail Park is turning one! Join Friends of The Rail Park as they celebrate in style. Enjoy summer fun at The Patio, a unique outdoor lounge and urban oasis nestled under the viaduct just two blocks from the entrance to the Rail Park.
Words on Wheels
Saturday, June 15th
10 am – 3 pm
Tree House Books
1430 W Susquehanna Ave
Cost: Free
Join Tree House Books for their first summer book distribution for Words on Wheels. Bring your bike, wagon, and other wheeled-mode-of-transportation and help bring over 1200 books to families in and around Tree House Books.
Beyond Borders and Binaries: A Conversation and Workshop
Saturday, June 15th
2 – 5 pm
Asian Arts Initiative
1219 Vine St
Cost: Free
Hear from panelists about their lived experiences and their work in countering state violence. The talk will be followed by a bookmaking activity led by the Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary project, in which participants will respond to existing headlines and archival materials to rewrite media narratives.
Community Gardens Day
Saturday, June 15th
10 am – 2 pm
Various Locations
Cost: Free
Across the city, more than 50 vibrant and unique community gardens and shared open spaces will be blooming with exciting activities for all ages — from garden tours, workshops, and demonstrations, to music, kids’ activities and BBQs.
Pizzadelphia II
Saturday, June 15th
12 – 4 pm
Pizzadelphia Fest
Broad and Intrepid Ave
Cost: $40
Come out to Philly’s only pizza festival, for your chance to taste why Philly Pizza is the best in the country. This year is bigger and better than ever with more local restaurants and brands participating than ever before.
Solstice & Strawberry Moon Rowboating
Thursday, June 20th
7 – 10 pm
Bartram’s Garden
5400 Lindbergh Blvd
Cost: Free
Venture out onto the water in illuminated skiffs built by Philly youth and take in the wonders of the Schuylkill River by moonlight while enjoying sounds by DJ DuiJi 13. Telescopes are available for night sky viewing and refreshments are available as well.