Grease and Cougars

Science on Tap: Fossils
Monday, July 13, 2009
6:00 PM
National Mechanics
22 S. Third Street, Philly, PA 19106
FREE (21+ or 25+ chaperone for kids)

"Science on Tap is a monthly gathering that features a brief, informal presentation by a scientist or other expert followed by lively conversation.

“Cold Hard Science: Fossil Discoveries in the Canadian Arctic and the Origin of Limbed Animals.

Daeschler, Associate Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology at the Academy of Natural Sciences has done pioneering research collecting and describing Late Devonian fossil vertebrates in Pennsylvania and the Arctic. Presented by the Academy of Natural Sciences."

Grease Outdoor Movie & Sing-a-long
Monday, July 13, 2009
9:00 PM
Jamaican Jerk Hut
1436 South St., Philly, PA 19146
$5 at the door

"Go grease lightning you're burning up the quarter mile
(Grease lightning go grease lightning)"

Speed Dating: Older Women/Younger Men
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
7:00 - 9:00PM
Dolce Restaurant
239 Chestnut St., Philly, PA 19106
$40

"So....you're interested in meeting an older woman OR you're a hot cougar wanting to meet a younger guy....THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU!!

One of our most exciting and entertaining events, our Older Women/Younger Men event on July 15, 2009 at Dolce Restaurant and Lounge is one you won't want to miss! Younger Men (at least age 24) will meet Philadelphia’s finest cougars (not over 50, please). Come out and enjoy a free drink on us while you meet other singles who are professional, mature, and interested in meeting like-minded singles."

"What makes a design seem intuitive?"
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
6:30PM
Bossone Center Auditorium
Drexel University
31st & Market Streets Philly, PA 19104
RSVP required (email

If you are in the visual design field and you are *not* in the field of designing user interfaces for software, I guarantee you will learn a lot by listening to Jared Spool, one of the premier UX (User Experience) experts and teachers out there.

Jennifer Weiner Lecture
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
7:30PM
Free Library of Philadelphia
1901 Vine St., Philly, PA 19103
FREE (but get there early for good seats)

I paid $35 to go see Jennifer Weiner at Society Hill Synagogue. She is absolutely hilarious in person. She is a masterful, engaging storyteller (and writer). She was worth $35 for the entertainment value alone.

Sample: "When my mom came out (gay) in her late 50s, she really came out. She changed her answering machine and voicemail messages to: 'Hey, it's me. I'm out and I'm proud! Leave a message! Bye!'"

World Music Dance Party: Latin
Thursday, July 16, 2009
7:30 - 9:30PM
Kimmel Center
260 S. Broad St., Philly, PA 19102
$20 (or try PhillyFunGuide $14 discount)

It's a bit expensive but if you're tired of the concerts with good bands where there is no room to dance and/or dancing is discouraged by methodical seating arrangements, check out Kimmel Center's World Music Dance Parties.

Pictures from last week's African dance party

Bikes/Trikes Family Fun Day
Saturday, July 18, 2009
1:00 - 4:00PM
Aviator Park, 1900 Block of Race St.
FREE

"Face painting, prizes, music, more
Create kinetic art sculptures with instructors from Neighborhood Bike Works
Dress up your bike and show it off in the
Bicycle Beauty Paegant & Parade (2pm)
Take park in bicycle safety demos with the Bicycle Ambassadors"

Art Loud Cafe
Saturday, July 18, 2009
7:00 - 11:00PM
Take the Lead Dance Studio
4701 Pine St., Philly, PA 19143
$5

"Poetry, music, film, dance". One of the best places to socialize and learn how to dance because it's not a club, it's a community corner magnet.

Philly Geek Party
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Tir Na Nog
1600 Arch St., Philly, PA 19103
FREE

"Geeks + Music + DJs + Food + Booze = Good Times on a weekend night!

No cover and giveaways from sponsors TBA!

'We’re creating a party just for you! A (hopefully) monthly social meetup that will include music, networking, and socializing all in one place. And it will be on a weekend night. This is not your typical stuffy networking event. This is a bar night that caters to you. We understand you like to socialize, we understand you like to network, but we also know you like to let loose and party. This night is for you.'"

Credit: Creative Commons photo by laurenmurphy