Name: An Illuminating Evening with Senator Nikil Saval
Start: 2026-04-29T17:30:00-04:00
Location: Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Atonement (ELCA)

Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Atonement (ELCA)

Join Pennsylvania Pardon Project, BIG Mindfulness &amp; Meditation and Senator Nikil Saval for a screening of the award-winning film "Pardon Me," followed by an expert-facilitated audience discussion. This insightful event explores what pardons do, who needs them and how improving the pardon application process can change lives, families and communities.Doors open at 5:30 PM for light bites. Program begins at 6 PM.

Local Event: An Illuminating Evening with Senator Nikil Saval

Philadelphia

Philadelphia County

June Bakan

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Pennsylvania

An Illuminating Evening with Senator Nikil Saval

Join Pennsylvania Pardon Project, BIG Mindfulness & Meditation and Senator Nikil Saval for a screening of the award-winning...

Fort Mifflin

Step back into the year 1926. The city of Philadelphia is under the thumb of the Volstead.
This April, the cold stone walls of Fort Mifflin (historically known as Mud Island) transform into the region's most exclusive underground sanctuary. The Mud Island Speakeasy is not just a party; it is a living, breathing world of jazz, bootleggers, and partying.
All tickets benefit upkeep, renovations, programming, and staffing at Fort Mifflin for the next 365 Days. Have fun while doing a great justice for an important American heritage site.
What Awaits You Under the Ramparts:
Liquid Courage: A bespoke menu of 1920s-style cocktails, from classic sours to punch provided by Local breweries and distilleries.
The Hot Jazz Revue: Live syncopated jazz curated by the one and only Drew Nugent and the Midnight Society to keep the flappers dancing and the atmosphere electric.
Historic Locale: A backdrop provided by the unparalleled ambiance of America’s most important historic fort.&nbsp;
Interactive Entertainment and Environment&nbsp;
Exclusive Silent Auction
Fun Games and Contests
Vendors by Melody Market and More!
Ticket Tiers
General Admission: Includes access to the Speakeasy, the live jazz performance by Drew Nugent and the Midnight Society, and the immersive atmosphere of the fort. $35.00
VIP: Includes expedited entry, access to a private VIP lounge and performance before the main crowd arrives, complimentary drinks, a tarot reading, and a toast to you and everyone else supporting the historic fort. $60.
Secure your place in the underground. In the walls of Mud Island, the only crime is getting caught.
Note: This is a rain-or-shine event. Portions of the experience take place in historic underground tunnels and barracks.

Local Event: 13th Annual Mud Island Speakeasy

13th Annual Mud Island Speakeasy

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23rd Street & Fairmount Avenue

<img alt="🎨" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f3a8/72.png"> Experience the Fairmount Arts Crawl Sunday, April 26 from noon-4pm. Head to 23rd St. and Fairmount Ave. for vendors, music and family fun, and explore art popping up in businesses all across the Park to Broad District. Restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars are transforming into showcases of local artists and creativity.

Local Event: Fairmount Arts Crawl

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Curtis Institute of Music

<h2>Solo Bass Shakuhachi Flute – Intentional Recital</h2>
Link to Event: <a href="https://luma.com/b7zylouo" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://luma.com/b7zylouo </a>
$45 – reserved seating only, limited capacityReturn to the root through fringe woodwind virtuosity, dark green Zen and forgotten breathing methods. "It's like solo Jethro Tull ... on Dagobah." [Chauncey B., discogs] Featuring original compositions plus a Coltrane arrangement, this is a limited-seating, intentional presentation of the soul-shifting tone of a rare low-pitched, root-end bamboo flute. At the crossroads of solo recital, porch blues, spiritualist séance and cave ritual, we will shift to an elemental perception and participate in a breath-powered odyssey that is both rustic and virtuosic – earthy and ethereal. It will engage subtle-perception and transmit the range of vital energies that saturate primeval nature. "Enthralling, earthy and ethereal." [C.G. Gutiérrez, Willow Creek] Watch some videos from the links below to sample the elemental nature music you will be experiencing up close in this historic space. I am celebrating 25 years of studying, practicing, teaching and conjuring a new voice for this ancient instrument. The program will include 9 selections from my growing catalog (about 57 originals and 12 arrangements) of compositions written specifically for this rare woodwind instrument, contextualized by green man folklore, breathing secrets and tales from my woodwinding life. NOTE: This is a focused event of spiritual art music requiring uncommon deep breathing techniques. In order to help establish the focused, informal-yet-meditative atmosphere which will enable us all to get the most from this gathering, kindly arrive: unscented, on-time and prepared to shut down and disavow your mobile device for the duration of the event. 
<h2>Videos</h2>
World Shakuhachi Festival 2025 - <a target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/lfU2JPuKv84" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtu.be/lfU2JPuKv84</a> Ithaca College 2025 - <a target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/t8k3IzQhWDE" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtu.be/t8k3IzQhWDE</a> Tiny Desk Contest 2026 - <a target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/qddb70p1il4" rel="nofollow noopener">https://youtu.be/qddb70p1il4</a> Coltrane Tune in Ireland 2024 -<a target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/3IJ_y7nQRmY" rel="nofollow noopener"> https://youtu.be/3IJ_y7nQRmY</a>
<h2>Artist Bio</h2>
Cornelius Boots is an internationally active composer-performer and lifelong woodwind innovator.&nbsp; He is a licensed grandmaster of Zen shakuhachi, creator of progressive rock, jazz and blues styles and repertoire, and a former bass clarinet pioneer.&nbsp; As Philadelphia’s premiere rustic virtuoso, Boots’ purpose is to transmit the spirit of primeval nature through the rigorous artistry and unique tone of the bass shakuhachi flute, honoring the dual regional lineages of John Coltrane (cosmically creative musicianship) and the Wissahickon hermits (devotional nature spirituality).&nbsp;
The founder of Black Earth Shakuhachi School, Boots grew up in Yardley where he started playing the clarinet in 1983. His first professional gig was subbing into the Mummers Parade on alto sax in 1988, then he spent 32 years living elsewhere, and now resides in Wyndmoor.&nbsp; In addition to grants, awards, commissions and many recordings, Boots was a featured performer and lecturer at World Shakuhachi Festivals 2016 (Prague), 2018 (London) and 2025 (Texas), World Bamboo Congress 2018 (Mexico), Clarinetfests 2008, 2011 and 2013 and his Sony E3 2018 Ghost of Tsushima live performance has over 6 million views on YouTube. 
Location Curtis Institute of Music 1726 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA Bok Board Room – first room inside to the right
Artist Website: <a href="https://corneliusboots.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://corneliusboots.com</a>

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On Tuesday, April 28th, join us in The Lobby Bar as we welcome sommelier and author Cha McCoy for her Wine Pairing for the People book tour!​

​This evening is all about community, culture, and breaking the "rules" of wine. Cha will be behind the bar pouring a global list of her favorite producers and leading a real-talk Q&amp;A on everything from non-traditional pairings to uplifting diverse voices in the vine world.​ Ticket Includes: Entry, a welcome glass, seasonal snacks, and your very own copy of Cha’s groundbreaking book!​

Local Event: Wine for the People with Cha McCoy

Wine for the People with Cha McCoy

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Academy of Vocal Arts

We invite Philadelphia’s young professionals (ages 45 and under) to an exclusive, one-night only performance of Verdi’s comedic opera Falstaff! After 9 previously sold-out Young Professionals performances, we are thrilled to be hosting another Night at the Opera event. Young Professionals are invited to attend for the very special price of $25 per ticket.

The AVA Young Professional ticket includes:

Premium seating in AVA’s historic Helen Corning Warden Theater. A post-performance reception with the cast. Complimentary champagne and light fare.



Performance Details: 

Where: Academy of Vocal Arts, 1920 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. When: Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Performance begins at 7:30 PM. Young Professionals Special Ticket Price: $25 per ticket. (Regular ticket price is $64.) Order tickets online or call AVA at 215-735-1685. Language: Sung in Italian with English supertitles.

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Watch the nation's top squash professionals compete for the title of U.S. National Champion for free! Be in the stands as future Olympians take to the glass court at the world-class Arlen Specter US Squash Center, home of Team USA Squash and US Squash.

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Radnor Middle School

Orchestra Concordia and its award winning music director and conductor Jiannan Cheng will present a program featuring Philadelphia Orchestra Associate Principal Concertmaster, Juliette Kang, with cellist Thomas Kraines,&nbsp; performing&nbsp; Brahms’ Concerto for Violin and Cello. The concert will also include Hoedown by Copland and An American in Paris by Gershwin.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m., May 1, at the Radnor Middle School Auditorium.&nbsp;
FREE PARKING. Click <a href="https://www.orchestraconcordia.org/concerts.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a> for map.
NO TICKETS REQUIRED.&nbsp;
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE.&nbsp;
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.
Orchestra Concordia makes great music accessible to all!
VOTED BEST NON-PROFIT EVENT OF THE MAIN LINE AND WESTERN SUBURBS

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The Inn at Swarthmore

Discover incredible craftsmanship at this vibrant community market featuring over 80 local artists selling beautiful and unique handmade items. Enjoy a full day of shopping for art and gifts while experiencing live music and delicious food in the heart of downtown Swarthmore.Presented by Merchants of Swarthmore, Harvey Oak Mercantile, and Gallery on Park

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Delta Hotels Philadelphia Airport

Psychic Medium John Edward – LIVE in Philadelphia, PA Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 7:00 PMDelta Hotels by Marriott Philadelphia AirportExperience a night of real connections, powerful validations, and messages from the other side.Join world-renowned psychic medium John Edward — star of Crossing Over and NYT bestselling author — for an evening that may change the way you see life... and what comes after.What to Expect: Interactive Q&amp;A with the audience Messages from loved ones who have crossed over — even pets. A truly personal and healing experience.VIP or Regular Admission – You Choose!Regular Admission: Entry to the 2-hour live event General admission seating Doors open at 6:00 PMVIP Experience (all the regular admission benefits plus:) Early entry at 5:30 PM First selection of seats Exclusive post-event Q&amp;A with John FREE 1-month Evolve+ app subscription BONUS virtual event — a second online experience with readings, Q&amp;A &amp; more! (It’s like getting 2 events for the price of 1!)Whether you're seeking connection, closure, curious about the afterlife, or simply want to experience something unforgettable — this is your moment.Tickets are limited and events sell out — don’t wait!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/72314463?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEyWmpSVEFFakRVZU5BS1UzYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6uFyzQB_Yebgg-c9pdq92iY2pbJQderZ7P71CDcDixaRU3mpos2mUCZdxZ_A_aem_dQkjbps4_8IqT4dfcBkr_w" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/72314463</a>

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Drug and Alcohol Evaluation, Esperal Implant for Alcoholism

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