November 3
Mario Lanza Concert Series – At 7 p.m. at St. Paul Church, 923 Christian St., the Mario Lanza Concert Series presents Opera Philadelphia’s Kaitlyn Tierney, Mezzo Soprano, tenor Justin Gonzalez and pianist Brooklyn Evangelista. Kaitlyn Tierney and Justin Gonzalez will be singing fan favorites from a variety of genres, like sacred works, jazz standards and opera classics. Tickets are $10 presale, $20 at the door. Tickets are at https://kaitlyntierney.eventbrite.com.
November 3
Take Meowt Dancing – From 8:30 p.m. to midnight, put on your dancing shoes and get ready to kick up your heels. Join the Young Friends of PAWS for a night of dancing at Society Hill Dance Academy, 1919 E. Passyunk Ave. The evening will begin with a private dance lesson for attendees followed by SHDA’s Latin Dance Party. Raffle prizes donated by local businesses. BYOB. Tickets are $30 online ($40 if purchased at the door). Your ticket also includes a certificate for a free future dance class in November at SHDA – a $15 value free with your ticket.
November 4
Owls for Autism – A free day at Lincoln Financial Field for the Temple vs. Navy game for the first 200 individuals with autism who sign up. The first 100 kids will embark on an exclusive tour of the Eagles stadium. Experience the Sensory Friendly Zone within the stadium throughout the event. Families attending the game will be seated together in a specially designated section. Sign up at https://www.kampforkids.org/temple.
November 5
Turkey Tailgate – From noon to 4 p.m. before the Eagles take on the Cowboys. Guests have the chance to experience a tailgate while supporting Dimplez 4 Dayz, a youth-led nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the youth voice and reducing youth violence in Philadelphia. Hosted by Philly PR Girl, guests will get an early taste of the holidays with Primo Hoagies’ signature “Primo Pilgrim” sandwich and Thanksgiving sides including stuffing, sweet potatoes and mac and cheese. Visit https://www.phillyprgirl.com/ for ticket info.
November 5
Toy Train Show – From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Train Collectors Association Atlantic Division will hold its Thanksgiving Toy Train Show and Sale at the Penns Landing Caterers (Sheet Metal Workers union hall), 1301 S. Columbus Blvd. There will be 140 tables with vintage toy trains and repair parts for sale, test track, operating toy train layouts, kids activities and door prizes for adults and children. Admission is $5 per family of two adults and all children 12 and under. Food available, free parking. For more information visit www.ADTCA.com or call Bob at 610-872-3309.
November 11
KYL/D Fall Fundraiser – At 7:30 p.m., at Dina Wind Art Foundation, 1606 S. 8th St. Mingle with the artists and staff of KYL/D for an evening of cocktails and choreography. Honoring Ellen Gayda, board member and friend, the fundraiser will feature food and drinks crafted by Alex Carbonell of Bourbon & Branch, an auction, wall of wine and a performance of the KYL/D ensemble. Tickets ($125) at https://kyld.betterworld.org/events/fall-fundraiser.
November 15-16
The Chopin Project – At Chris’ Jazz Cafe, Jazz guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel and Swiss pianist Jean-Paul Brodbeck join forces for an historic collaboration on The Chopin Project, which reinterprets the music of Fréderic Chopin for jazz quartet. The Philly-born Rosenwinkel and Brodbeck will be joined by young Swiss bassist Lukas Traxel and Spanish-born drummer Jorge Rossy at Chris’ Jazz Café on Nov. 15-16. Set times are at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Admission is $35. Dinner & Show packages (including the 3-course chef tasting menu), VIP and general admission tickets are on sale now for all shows. Please check the website for ticket prices and arrival times. All tickets are premium seating. Streaming is also available on Chris’ YouTube channel: @ChrisJazzCafePhilly.
November 18
SPHS Award of Excellence – From noon to 3 p.m. as the Waterfall Room at 2015 S. Swanson St., the South Philadelphia High School Alumni Association will recognize the 2023 Award of Excellence recipients who have been active in the South Philly community. Tickets, $37 per person; $20 for children 12 and under. Honorees are educators John Koskinen and Rosemary Trombetta; community service member Russell Shoemaker; and executive board member Yvonne Haughton.
November 18
Big Jay Oakerson – At 8 p.m. at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, beloved comedian and Philadelphia native, Big Jay Oakerson, will perform at The Event Center at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia. Tickets start at $39.99 and are available at Philadelphia.livecasinohotel.com or AXS.com. Oakerson’s career spans two decades, starting in Philadelphia as a “comic’s comic” before rising mainstream fame in New York. He has been a part of some of the biggest comedy festivals including Just For Laughs Montreal, Moontower, Bonnaroo and RockStar Energy Drink Mayhem Fest.
November 19
GAMPSGIVING – From 4-8 p.m. at EOM, 144 Moore St., a fundraiser and raffle night. All proceeds from GAMPSGIVING will benefit Girard Academic Music Program, a public school located at 2136 Ritner St. in the Girard Estates neighborhood of South Philadelphia. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Tickets include one free raffle sheet ($20 value), entertainment and “Taste of South Philly” foods. BYOB event.
November 20
Monthly Medicare Basics Talk – held in-center every third Tuesday from 1-2 p.m. at Oak Street Health South Philly Center, 2310 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Light refreshments will be served. Call 267-758-7807 to reserve your seat.
November 24
Southern Class of 1973 50th Reunion – from 7-11 p.m. at the IATSE Ballroom, 2401 S. Swanson St. Tickets are $85 per person. Cash bar, buffet dinner, door prizes, 360 Video and Photography. Visit https://sphs1973.my.canva.site/.
November 24
U2station – At 8 p.m. at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, U2station is one of the most authentic U2 tribute bands in sound and appearance. U2station is recognized for recreating a concert experience with versions of the songs as U2 has played them live. U2station spans the decades recreating songs from shows starting at Under A Blood Red Sky all the way to the present i+e tour. Tickets are $20 and available at Philadelphia.LiveCasinoHotel.com or AXS.com. Free for rewards members.
December 18
Monthly Medicare Basics Talk – held in-center every third Tuesday from 1-2 p.m. at Oak Street Health South Philly Center, 2310 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Light refreshments will be served. Call 267-758-7807 to reserve your seat.
December 29
Billy Nation: A Tribute to Billy Joel – At 8 p.m. at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, a musical celebration of an artist whose catalog has some 33 top 40 hits. Billy Nation, featuring Adam Shapiro as Billy Joel, entertains audiences with a high-energy authentic concert experience of Billy Joel classics from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s. Complete with Billy’s signature grand piano, growling saxophone, rich harmonies and audience engagement, Billy Nation captures Billy’s stylistic range with ease from anthems like “Piano Man” to rocking songs like “You May Be Right” to ballads like “Just the Way You Are.” Tickets are $20 and available at Philadelphia.LiveCasinoHotel.com or AXS.com. Free for rewards members.
