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SUMMARY:extrABBAganza Dance Party!
DESCRIPTION:ABBA’s iconic “Dancing Queen” turns 50 years old in 2026\, and there’s no better place to celebrate than the American Swedish Historical Museum! As the Museum celebrates its own 100th anniversary in 2026\, break out your bell bottoms and platform shoes as Philadelphia’s own DJ Robert Drake spins the classics. 70’s attire encouraged\, but come as you are to dance the night away! \n Highlights of the evening: \n• Dancing and costume contests \n• Drag Queen homage to ABBA performed by Summer St. Cartier\, Miss Troy\, Amerie Jameson\, and Morgan Morgan Morgan \n• Swedish-inspired retro food buffet \n• Cash/credit bar with themed cocktails and mocktails \nTickets are $35 members\, $40 non-members
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/race-for-the-watershed-5k-and-duck-derby/
LOCATION:Society Hill Dance Academy\, 1919 East Passyunk Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19148\, United States
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SUMMARY:East Passyunk After Hours Presents: Sug Daniels\, Blush\, Conor O'Neill
DESCRIPTION:East Passyunk After Hours is here! \nEast Passyunk comes alive at night! We’re taking over a business storefront at EPA & Mifflin and throwing a DIY show on Thursday\, January 29th! Groove with us and explore your neighborhood while supporting late-night business and a vibrant East Passyunk at all hours. \nLineup: \n@sugdaniels_ \n@blush.philly \n@coneillmusic \nVENUE: Capri Dessecker REMAX\, 1842 East Passyunk Ave \nARTWORK: @mydogspider \nDOORS 7PM \nSHOW 7:30PM \nEND BY 10PM \n$15 ADV \n$20 DAY-OF \nNOTAFLOF (no one turned away for lack of funds) \nALL AGES \nARTIST BIOS \nSug Daniels \nSug Daniels is a Delaware born\, Philadelphia based\, ukulele player\, singer-songwriter\, story teller\, and producer and coach who is using the tools around her to capture the emotions of an era. Daniels’ work is as colorful\, vulnerable\, and charismatic as her personality. She thoughtfully combines elements of folk\, rock\, and soul alternatives to create personal and tender music interlaced with messages of truth and positive change. \nHer single release with Don Giovanni Records “When I’m Gone” garnished well deserved attention from local and regional radio and venues and opened new paths. After years of touring with The Black Opry\, playing official showcases in SXSW 2022\, and supporting acts such as The Indigo Girls\, Sarah Shook & The Disarmers\, Molly Tuttle\, Adeem The Artist\, Buffalo Nichols\, Daniels released her debut studio album “I Believe In You” on September 23\, 2025. \nBlush \nBlush is a pop\, jazz\, and rock band based in Philadelphia\, PA. Inspired by the city’s vibrant jazz community and energetic house show venues\, the college friends strived to develop a sound that blended their favorite musical genres. Their hypnotizing saxophone melodies and sultry lyrics are guaranteed to make all listeners. \nConor O’Neill \nGuitarist // Composer // Educator
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/east-passyunk-after-hours-presents-sug-daniels-blush-conor-oneill/
LOCATION:Capri Dessecker Remax\, 1842 East Passyunk Avenue\, PHILADELPHIA\, PA\, 19145\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Santa on East Passyunk!
DESCRIPTION:Free photos with Santa is a fan-favorite tradition on East Passyunk Avenue for both humans and furry friends alike. Jolly Saint Nick hits the Avenue on Thursday\, December 11 from 4:00 – 6:00pm at the Urban Jungle (1526 East Passyunk Avenue).
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/santa-on-east-passyunk/
LOCATION:Urban Jungle\, 1526 East Passyunk Avenue\, Philadelphia\, 19147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Flavors on the Avenue
DESCRIPTION:South Philadelphia’s top festival for food & culture is back and bigger than ever before! Flavors on the Avenue returns to East Passyunk Avenue on Sunday\, April 27\, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with 130+ vendors and five blocks of food\, drinks\, live music\, and fun for folks of all ages! Savor mouth-watering bites from local hotspots while enjoying live music across four vibrant stages. Explore sidewalk sales\, local retailers\, and craft vendors showcasing unique clothing\, home décor\, art\, accessories\, and more! Spanning East Passyunk Avenue from Broad Street to Dickinson Street\, don’t miss out on the perfect blend of food\, art\, and local flair! \nFlavors programming will include street eats from 30+ restaurants on and off the Avenue\, a Kids’ Corner at Broad and Passyunk with interactive activities\, Flavors photo booths\, limited edition Flavors merch\, and a pop-up “beer garden” from Cartesian Brewing. Participating businesses include Townsend\, Vanilya\, and Noir\, with a full list of local businesses and vendors on the East Passyunk Avenue website.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/flavors-on-the-avenue/
LOCATION:East Passyunk\, East Passyunk Ave.\, Phila\, PA\, 19148\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Women Mean Business 2025
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with Women’s History Month\, the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID) will be hosting its annual Women Mean Business event on Thursday\, March 13th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Society Hill Dance Academy (1919 East Passyunk Avenue). This year’s Women Mean Business will include a panel discussion\, Q&A with local female business leaders\, and an opportunity to network and mingle with Philadelphia entrepreneurs. All are welcome to join our business community for an evening of education\, exploration\, and kinship. \nThe lineup for Women Mean Business 2025 includes: \nKaren Gross (emcee) – Host/Founder of She Rocked It\, a media and mentorship platform where creative\, courageous rockstars build their dream careers. Karen is also a former resident of the East Passyunk neighborhood. \nKatie Hanford (introduction) – Executive Director of the East Passyunk Business Improvement District\, a non-profit organization dedicated to the revitalization and promotion of one of South Philadelphia’s longest-standing commercial corridors. Katie has a background in city planning and non-profit management. \nLulu Calhoun (panelist) – Co-owner of Ember & Ash (1520 East Passyunk Avenue)\, a restaurant which utilizes a distinct asset in modern cuisine: a wood-fueled hearth used to cook uniquely rustic meals. \nDeborah Simone-Scipione (panelist) – Owner of Bianca Simone (1740 East Passyunk Avenue)\, a legendary East Passyunk boutique known for its fashionable attire and formal occasion wear. \nAlexa Fanelli (panelist) – Co-owner of Spellbound Studio (1728 East Passyunk Avenue)\, an astrologically-themed hair salon that takes customers on an empowering journey through inner and outer beauty. \nAshley Haak (special guest) – Owner of South Philly Yarn and Craft (1625 South 11th Street)\, an independent studio and shop specializing in classic yarn arts and crafts. \nOver half of East Passyunk Avenue’s 200+ businesses are women-owned\, making Women Mean Business an ideal event for female entrepreneurs in the Philadelphia area to connect\, enhance their skills\, and share lived experiences. This Women’s History Month\, it’s more important than ever to embrace community\, collaboration\, and allyship. Join us at Society Hill Dance Academy on Thursday\, March 13th for a powerful panel\, enlightening Q&A\, and a chance to network with thriving entrepreneurs! \nWomen Mean Business 2025 is presented by the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District and She Rocked It Productions\, with support from Milk Jawn and more. Tickets are available at https://theticketing.co/e/women-mean-business \nFor more information on East Passyunk Avenue\, explore www.visiteastpassyunk.com and follow EPABID on Instagram and Facebook. For media and press inquiries\, please reach out to Sarah Cowell at kscopephilly@gmail.com. \nFor more information about She Rocked It\, explore www.sherockedit.com and follow She Rocked It on LinkedIn.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/women-mean-business-2025/
LOCATION:Society Hill Dance Academy\, 1919 East Passyunk Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19148\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fine Dining,Food,Food & Drink,Workshops & Seminars
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SUMMARY:Women Mean Business
DESCRIPTION:Panel Discussion and Community Conversation from women business owners on East Passyunk Ave\n\n\nMarch 26th\, 6-9pm \nAre you looking to open a small business in Philadelphia? Do you run a business and want more tips on how to succeed? Women Mean Business returns this year\, bringing together a powerful panel of women entrepreneurs from East Passyunk. The engaging discussion\, emceed by Karen Gross from She Rocked It\, will be followed by an enlightening community conversation and Q&A opportunity. This dynamic event and networking opportunity will take place at Society Hill Dance Academy\, with panelist names to be announced shortly. Mark your calendars to attend\, network\, and rock your business aspirations! As we celebrate Women’s History Month\, don’t miss this opportunity to be empowered and connected in the heart of East Passyunk’s commercial corridor. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \n \nFeatured panelists for Women Mean Business are as follows:  \n \n\nChef Tova du Plessis – Owner of Essen Bakery (1437 East Passyunk Ave.) – After years of working in some of America’s most iconic restaurants\, Chef Tova du Plessis decided to go back to her roots when she opened her first bakery. She took inspiration from the fresh baked bread and pastries she would make alongside her mother as a child. Her food reflects her heritage while being heavily influenced by her technical training. Visit https://www.essenbakery.com/ \nMonica Nguyen – Co-Founder and Owner of Meraki Luxe Spa (1605 East Passyunk Ave.) Monica Nguyen (she/her) is a professional cosmetologist and has been in the beauty industry for a decade and counting. Through her experience as a nail technician\, she was able to establish herself as a business owner and lash technician.  She opened Meraki Luxe Spa in the summer of 2023\, and she is eager to help others gain the knowledge and skills she’s acquired over the years. You can learn more at merakiluxespa.co \nChristina Rosso-Schneider – Co-Founder and Co-Owner of A Novel Idea (1726 East Passyunk Ave.) Christina Rosso-Schneider (she/they) lives and writes outside of Philadelphia with her two rescue pups and bearded husband. Together\, they run an independent bookstore and event space called A Novel Idea on East Passyunk. She is also the author of CREOLE CONJURE (Maudlin House) and SHE IS A BEAST (APEP Publications). Learn more by visiting www.christina-rosso.com and https://anovelideaphilly.com/ \nEmily Rodia – Founder and Co-owner of Good Buy Supply (1737 East Passyunk Ave.) – Emily Rodia is the founder and co-owner of Good Buy Supply\, a Sustainable General Store and Bulk Refillery located in the heart of East Passyunk. Before opening her own business Emily graduated from The University of the Arts with a degree in painting and worked for many small businesses over the last decade. She has no business degree! Founded in 2020\, Good Buy Supply is a one-stop-shop where you can find bulk soaps and quality reusable products. Our mission is simply to be on the forefront of the refill movement and help bring awareness to sustainable living one simple change at a time. Visit https://goodbuysupply.co/
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LOCATION:Society Hill Dance Academy\, 1919 East Passyunk Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19148\, United States
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