TileWorks is hosting a special ceramics workshop on how to build a gargoyle (Credit: TileWorks via Facebook).
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This week’s list of fun activities in the Philadelphia region is perfect for the start of Spring. From live music to a whiskey tasting to a workshop on building a gargoyle by hand, there is sure to be something that will make you smile.
Powerhouse singer Capathia Jenkin will be performing the music of Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan and more at Marian Anderson Hall this week.
Local favorites Tony Alosi and Jamie Salvatore will be jamming out at local restaurants and pubs as well.
In Blue Bell, there will be a special parent/child dance to celebrate springtime and at TileWorks you can work with your hands and build a gargoyle.
Don’t miss a special whiskey tasting at the Iron Abbey this week or the drum clinic with Rob Mitzner at Pocket Percussion.
If you love picking the brain of authors then make sure you stop by Moore Books in Havertown for a reading ang signing event with Johanna Kulp, the author of Finding Peace with Your Body: A Body Image Guide for Women.
She’s Got Soul at Marian Anderson Hall
On Sunday, Mar. 30, 3 p.m., don’t miss She’s Got Soul – a soulful performance by Capathia Jenkins and No Name Pops conducted by Lucas Waldin. Held at Marian Anderson Hall, the night will include the greatest hits of soul and R&B legends, including Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan and Adele.
Marian Anderson Hall is located inside the Kimmel Center for Performing Arts at 300 South Broad Street. For more information, visit ensembleartsphilly.org or call (215) 893-1999.
Tony Alosi at Harvest Seasonal Grill
On Thursday, Mar. 27, 6 p.m., Local musician Tony Alosi will be performing at Harvest Seasonal Grill in North Wales.
Alosi has been entertaining the tri-state area with his solo acoustic act for over twenty years. Check out his debut album, The Old School Way, available now.
Harvest Seasonal Grill is located at 1100 Bethlehem Pike in North Wales. For more information, visit harvestseasonal.com or call (267) 460-8986.
Make a Gargoyle at TileWorks
Starting Wednesday, Mar. 26, 6 p.m., TileWorks is hosting a special workshop led by Tom Thomas on how to build a gargoyle by hand using ceramics.
The workshop consists of 6 sessions every Wednesday from Mar. 26 through Apr. 30. The ceramics class is accessible to both beginners and advanced artists.
TileWorks of Bucks County is located at 130 E Swamp Road in Doylestown. For more information, visit thetileworks.org or call (215) 239-9797.
Spring Fling Parent/Child Dance
On Sunday, Mar. 30, 3 p.m., Bluestone Country Club is teaming up with Bob Kelly of Fox29 News and his nonprofit Kelly’s Kidz for a special parent/child dance to celebrate spring.
Not only will you enjoy a special night of family time, but you will also be helping other kids in need. Twenty percent of the proceeds from the event will go to Kelly’s Kidz.
The Bluestone Country Club is located at 711 Boehms Church Road in Blue Bell. For more information and tickets, visit allevents.in.
Book Reading and Signing with Johanna Kulp
On Saturday, Mar. 29, 7:30 p.m., Havertown resident and author Johanna Kulp, MSW, LCSW, will be at Moore Books to read from her new book, Finding Peace with Your Body: A Body Image Guide for Women and to do a Q&A and book signing.
Kulp is founder and part-owner of Live Well Therapy Associates, a Narberth-based outpatient group practice focused on helping people with eating disorders.
Moore Books is located at 28 West Eagle Road in Havertown. For more information, visit moorebookshop.com or call (610) 646-0001.
Drum Clinic with Rob Mitzner
On Friday, Mar. 28, 6 p.m., the PA Chapter of Percussive Arts Society and Pocket Percussion will team up to offer a special drum clinic with Rob Mitzner.
The two-hour clinic is perfect for both beginners and professional musicians. Mitzner is a Brooklyn-based musician who recently was a guest drummer with the 8G band on Late Night with Seth Meyers and has supported artists such as Sam Kininger, Carolyn Leonhart and Oscar Stagnaro.
Pocket Percussion is located at 109 North York Road in Willow Grove. For more information, visit pocket-percussion.com or call (267) 606-3810.
Bushmills Irish Whiskey Tasting at Iron Abbey
On Friday, Mar. 28, 6 p.m., come enjoy a Bushmills Irish Whiskey Tasting at the Iron Abbey Gastro Pub.
Reserve your table for a night of guided whiskey sampling which will include the rich history behind Bushmills and $10 featured cocktails.
Iron Abbey Gastro Pub is located at 680 N Easton Road in Horsham. For more information, visit ironabbey.com or call (215) 956-9600.
Jamie Salvatore at the Trappe Tavern
On Friday, Mar. 28, 8 p.m., Jamie Salvatore will be bringing his acoustic sound to Trappe Tavern in Trappe.
Trappe Tavern is located at 416 W Main St. in Trappe. For more information, visit trappetavern.com or call (610) 489-8686.
