Sweet Baby James: The #1 James Taylor Tribute
A James Taylor tribute across two nights, Thursday and Friday, eight o'clock each. Fire and Rain, Carolina in My Mind, the quiet songs played quietly in a small room.
More at Newtown Theatre
Silver Linings Playbook (Page to Screen Series)
The film adaptation of Matthew Quick's novel, screened in the theatre's page to screen series. Two hours on a Tuesday night in the 260-seat house on North State Street.
Sting Ray's 50s and 60s Rock 'n' Roll Show
Sting Ray Anthony works the doo-wop and early rock songbook on a Wednesday afternoon, three to five. Matinee timing that suits anyone who would rather not drive home late.
Comedian Ed Bassmaster
Viral prank and character comedian Ed Bassmaster plays the 300-seat Newtown Theatre, a change of pace from the venue's usual tribute-band run. The show starts at 7.
Around the same time
Cyan Xavier, Lash Out, Micor Girl and Emo Spacebird
Four bands on a Sunday at the Haverford Road room. A small stage on Haverford Road with a long habit of booking bands nobody else will.
American Red Cross Babysitter Certification Course
A full-day Red Cross course for ages 11 to 15: diapering, feeding, first aid, plus resume and interview practice. Bring lunch and a notepad. $87, and the certification card does not expire.
Behind the Scenes Tours: Fonthill Castle From Tower to Crypt
Ninety minutes off the normal route through Henry Mercer's concrete castle: tower stairs, hidden passageways, the rooms the standard tour skips. Steep and dark in places, age fourteen and up.
