Hello of us,

The chilliness is setting in at this time as we enter November and I’m lastly turning on my warmth. Halloween glided by too rapidly! Did you placed on a fancy dress and hand out sweet? My girlfriend and I went as Misty and Lottie from Yellowjackets, one in all my favourite scary exhibits. Let me know who you dressed up as!

This weekend, discover a heated rooftop for date night time, strive a brand new Blade Runner-themed bar, discover a South Asian dance pageant, and get into vacation procuring on the PMA’s craft present.

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Regardless of the plummeting temperatures, it’s good fireplace pit climate. In case you’d wish to eat outdoor and keep heat, there are rooftops and streeteries that may maintain you heated, whether or not you’re sipping a scorching toddy or a chilly beer. We’ve obtained suggestions for greater than 90 Philly-area eating places with heaters and fireplace pits.

📅 Your weekly social calendar

🗳️ Election time: Come Tuesday, it’s time to elect the a hundredth mayor of Philadelphia. Municipal elections (together with Metropolis Council seats, metropolis commissioners, and the sheriff) and judicial races are additionally on the poll. Discover out all the things it is advisable know with our complete voters’ information to Election Day.

📺 Contemporary princes: DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith, a.okay.a. the Contemporary Prince, are teaming as much as carry out collectively for a filmed live performance particular celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of hip-hop, together with different Philly legends Black Thought and Questlove.

🍹 Every thing neon: New ramen bar Chika opens this week in Rittenhouse with Blade Runner decor, themed cocktails, and tons of vibrant lights. The Insta-worthy spot can even supply a late-night menu.

🎥 Philly onscreen: The brand new comedy Quiz Woman stars Sandra Oh and Awkwafina as sisters touring the nation with the aim of getting featured on a TV recreation present. They make a memorable cease in Philly to study from historical past buffs and there are a bunch of humorous only-in-Philly moments. The film drops on Hulu this weekend.

🛍️ Distinctive finds: Philadelphia Museum of Artwork Modern Craft Present — on the Conference Heart — kicks off on Friday with 195 artisans from across the nation promoting custom-made items good for vacation procuring, when you’re already planning forward. There shall be works in fiber, clay, wooden, and metallic in addition to furnishings, purses, clothes, and jewellery. There’s one thing for everybody.

📅 My calendar picks this week: See one thing new on the Philadelphia Asian American Movie Competition, discover artwork present openings at First Friday, and pattern cider doughnuts at an Apple Competition in Peddler’s Village.

The factor of the week

The Going through East Competition, from Philly’s Kathak dance group Courtyard Dancers, returns for its fourth yr this weekend celebrating South Asian and Indian dance and tradition within the diaspora. It options two days of performances, pop-up dances, panels of dancers and choreographers, and receptions the place you may meet the artists who focus on numerous people and up to date dances. Discover out extra.

🍂 Fall into fall

🎨 Future sights: After a yr of controversy, the town chosen Alvin Pettit because the sculptor to create a brand new Harriet Tubman statue that may ultimately sit outdoors of Metropolis Corridor. His design, referred to as A Greater Energy: The Name of a Freedom Fighter, is a 14-foot bronze statue of Tubman praying.

🌳 Spruce up: Volunteer at one in all 90 Philly parks for a weekend of cleanup and planting throughout the town. Assist beautify your favourite park by planting new flower bulbs and clearing up fallen leaves for the Love Your Park Fall Weekend.

🍗 Menu planning: On the lookout for the place to purchase Thanksgiving turkeys within the space? We obtained you. Right here’s a listing of butchers in Philadelphia and surrounding counties the place you may get recent turkeys, together with halal and kosher choices — and sure, you must order prematurely!

🌎 We’re primary: Lonely Planet simply named Philadelphia one of the best U.S. metropolis to go to in its worldwide journey information (we’re quantity 5 on this planet). They highlighted Philly’s meals scene, historic points of interest, and different vacationer spots. Do you agree?

🌹 Catching up with a golden bachelorette: The primary-ever Golden Bachelor — a model of the courting actuality present particularly for seniors — stated goodbye to the contestant from Delco, Susan Noles. We caught up together with her about what the expertise was like and the way she thinks the season will finish.

Okay so…I went to Kalaya for the primary time.

I don’t imply to make this text completely about meals however I can’t assist it — we have to discuss Kalaya. I do know I’m not telling long-time Philadelphians something new, however when you’re a transplant, the hype is so value it.

I’m an enormous fan of Thai delicacies usually, however eating there felt like a full cultural expertise. My buddies and I had been so naive we scoffed when the waiter instructed we steadiness out the spicy dishes with extra gentle sides…however we had been so glad we listened. It was a marathon of flavors and I’d positively suggest bringing tissues in case you tear up whereas sampling all the things. The gorgeously crafted dumplings, pork chops with tamarind sauce, and the goat and lamb curry had been all wonderful. The drinks had been additionally extremely tasty, particularly the specialty flavored photographs, and we obtained the large shaved ice (see above) for dessert to prime off the scrumptious night.

❓Pop quiz❓

Tomorrow is First Friday, the month-to-month occasion when native galleries host receptions and invite of us to see artwork present openings. How previous is the Outdated Metropolis First Friday custom?

A) 30

B) 22

C) 17

D) 6

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This week, I’m listening to the Depraved soundtrack in honor of the musical’s twentieth anniversary! Plus, it opens on the Academy of Music tonight. What musical soundtrack is your favourite? Let me know!