Holiday Happenings at Penn |
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Activities
Morris Arboretum Holiday Garden Railway
The Morris Arboretum’s Holiday Garden Railway—free with regular admission. Display is open daily November 27-January 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed December 24 & 25 and January 1).
Holiday Garden Railway Grand Opening—Saturday, November 28, 1-3 p.m. Come see the Holiday Garden Railway dressed in its wintry finest and enjoy a fun craft for the kids. Free with garden admission.
During Friday Night Lights on December 4, 11 & 18, 4:30-7:30 p.m., enjoy the Holiday Garden Railway all lit up and decorated for the season during special evening hours. Cost: non-members $16/adult, $8/child; members $9/adult, $3/child. Tickets: http://www.morrisarboretum.org
Morris Arboretum Holiday Classes
Register: http://www.morrisarboretum.org
Holiday Wreath—Saturday, December 5. Create a wreath from fresh boughs of greens; 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; $50, $45/members.
Holiday Tabletop Tree with Lights—Saturday, December 12. Design your own tree from long-lasting greens and decorate with bows, glass balls, fresh flowers and lights; 9:30 a.m.-noon; $60, $50/members.
Create a Beautiful Holiday Arrangement for Table or Mantle—Saturday, December 19. Design a one-of-a-kind arrangement with greens, flowers, branches, candles and accessories; 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; $60, $50/members.
Holiday Wellness Walk
Holiday Wellness Walk—Friday, December 11. Adorn yourself in holiday attire for your choice of a 1- or 2-mile route; meet by the Ben statue in front of College Hall; noon. Register: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/myhr/registration
Holiday Skate
The Penn Ice Rink will host two Holiday Skate events at the Class of 1923 Arena on Sunday, December 13 and Sunday, December 20 from 1-2 p.m. Admission is free with the donation of a new toy for Toys for Tots. Information: http://www.upenn.edu/icerink
Dining
University Club’s Rum & Cocktail Tasting
Sip signature cocktails and sample unique flavors at a Rum & Cocktail Tasting on Wednesday, December 2, 5-7 p.m.; $22. Tickets: http://upenn.edu/universityclub
Winter Beer Festival at World Cafe Live
Sample the offerings of over 40 craft breweries on Sunday, December 27; noon-4 p.m.; $45 (ages 21+). Tickets: http://worldcafelive.com
Performances
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The Penn Glee Club will perform their sixth annual holiday concert at the Morris Arboretum.Photo courtesy of the Morris Arboretum |
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Penn Glee Club Holiday Concert
Saturday, December 5. A winter tradition: the Penn Glee Club will return to Morris Arboretum for their annual holiday concert with hot cocoa and cookies in the garden; 2-3 p.m.; free for PennCard holders.
Christmas with David Phelps
Sunday, December 6. Classic Christmas music performed by Southern Gospel recording artist David Phelps; 6 p.m.; Irvine Auditorium; $35-$45. Tickets: http://tinyurl.com/ojgtlbh
Penn Flutes: An English Holiday
Friday, December 11. Traditional holiday music performed by Penn Flutes; 12:30 p.m.; Penn Museum; free with Museum admission.
Sweet Honey in the Rock: Celebrating the Holydays
Saturday, December 12. A cappella ensemble known for their stunning vocal prowess rooted in the rich textures of African American legacy; 8 p.m.; Zellerbach Theatre, Annenberg Center; $25-$55. Tickets: http://www.annenbergcenter.org
Christmas Follies
Saturday, December 19. A fun, family-friendly salute to the holidays featuring Combs Family Magic; 3 p.m.; The Rotunda; $15. Tickets: http://xmasfollies.bpt.me/
World Cafe Live Holiday Performances
Tickets: http://www.worldcafelive.com
An Acoustic Christmas with Over The Rhine—Thursday, December 3. Longtime partners Linford Detweiler and Karin Bergquist, known for lyrical eloquence, emotional nuance and melodic soulfulness; 8 p.m.; $24.
Cartoon Christmas Trio—Sunday, December 13. Classic tunes from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” the way they were meant to be heard, with piano, upright bass, drums and children’s voices; 6 p.m.; $12.
The York Street Hustle 5th Annual Holiday Spectacular—Friday, December 18. Motown holiday classics and deep cuts from Detroit, Memphis, Chicago and beyond; 8 p.m.; $15.
Holidelic—Saturday, December 19. This holiday funk-tacular blends the influences of P-Funk, Sly Stone and other 1970s and ’80s funk and soul bands; 8 p.m.; $25.
Peek-A-Boo Revue—Sunday, December 20. No sugar but all the spice, the “Slay Belles” are back to rock your holiday with good tidings and naughty sightings; 7:30 p.m.; $25.
KeyStone A Cappella Holiday Show—Tuesday, December 22. A fun-filled evening of favorite holiday songs with this six-voice group based in Philadelphia; 8 p.m.; $18.
A Very Philly Christmas—Wednesday, December 23. Holiday tunes from 20+ local artists, an ugly sweater contest, special guest emcees and giveaways; proceeds benefit music education in Philadelphia; 7:30 p.m.; $3, $5/door.
Mistletoe Jam 2015: John Faye “Meddling Kid” Record Release—Saturday, December 26. Performers include Dr. Beardface & the Spaceman, Joey DiTullio, The Captain The Pilot The Driver, Kid Felix, John Faye & Those Meddling Kids! and Molly Rhythm; 6:30 p.m.; $15 includes a copy of John Faye’s album.
Start Making Sense NYE Takeover—Thursday, December 31. The seven-piece Talking Heads tribute band teams up with Lovetester, Selectronics and DJ Kaos to help you dance your way into 2016; 9 p.m.; $25-$50.
Shopping
UCAL Holiday Craft Show
Gifts hand-made by 30 local artists at the Arts League's gallery. Opening reception Friday, December 4, 6-8 p.m.; shop open daily December 4-20, Mon.-Fri. 5-8 p.m., Sat. & Sun. noon-6 p.m. Vendors and info.: http://www.ucartsleague.org
Penn Bookstore Sale-A-Bration
Thursday, December 10 & Friday, December 11. Save 20% storewide and enjoy holiday treats, including free festive photos from 2-6 p.m. and hot cocoa and cookies from 4-6 p.m.
Computer Connection Holiday Sale
December 10 & 11. In conjunction with the Bookstore’s Sale-A-Bration; prizes, refreshments and giveaways; second floor, Bookstore.
Go West! Craft Fest
Sunday, December 13. 100+ local artists and crafters; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Rotunda. Vendors and info.: http://gowestcraftfest.blogspot.com
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The recently renovated Penn Museum Shop features unique and fair trade gifts.Photo courtesy of the Penn Museum |
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Holiday Sale at the Penn Museum Shop
December 15-20. The Museum Shop will offer all PennCard and Penn Medicine card holders a 25% discount. International clothing, accessories, jewelry, pottery, statuary, crafts, books and toys evoke the many cultures in the Museum’s renowned galleries. Entry is free to PennCard holders; the Shop is open during regular Museum hours. Info.: (215) 898-4046.
Morris Arboretum Holiday Sale
Tuesday, December 15-Sunday, January 3. Save 10-40% off winter, gift and holiday items in the Gift Shop. Info.: http://morrisarboretum.org
STEMsocks
Socks featuring electrocardiograms, jellyfish, atoms and DNA, founded by Rachel Senturia, C’06; available at http://stemsocks.com/
Special Events
Peace Around the World Celebration
Saturday, December 5. Visitors will receive a “Passport to Cultures” featuring itineraries to visit countries and explore holiday traditions from around the globe; 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Penn Museum; free with Museum admission or PennCard.
Kwanzaa Celebration
Monday, December 7. Hosted by Makuu Black Cultural Center; 6 p.m. in Hall of Flags, Houston Hall.
CA Christmas Party
Wednesday, December 9. Hosted by the Christian Association;6:30 p.m. at the CA House.
Holiday Party & Adopt a Family Donation Drop-off
Tuesday, December 15. Hosted by WPPSA; donations for adopted family will be accepted; noon; room 217, Stiteler Hall.
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