Martin Luther King Day of Service, Volunteer Information Program, Magee Rehabilitation Volunteer, Books Through Bars, Philly Aids Thrift

Volunteering can have a direct impact on somebody's life. And isn't that what the holiday season is all about — instant gratification?

Runs through Jan. 12, Mew Gallery, 906 Christian St., 215-625-2424, www.mewgallery.org Last month, designers Carolynne McNeel and Lauren Parker opened Mew Gallery, an art space

Before going off to work, mommy and daddy will load the family station wagon with amps, drums and 2.3 children.

Paper or Plastic?: The Arts and Crafts of Whole Foods Employees; The House of Yes; Painted Lore

1 Ihba Baskette, Tattooed Mom; 2 "Lucky," Bob & Barbara's; 3 Mike Greycar, Pontiac Grille; 4 Chris Wallenger, Cheers to You; 5 "Bulch," Mako's Bar and Grill.

MANNA's Pie in the Sky; 5K Dash for Democracy; Trading Graces; Philadelphia Ship Preservation Guild; Camden City Family Day.

It rarely occurs to experts using "the youth problem" as a talking point to let the kids speak. That's why Scribe Video Center's Gretjen Clausing organized the Youth Media Slam!

1 Karma 114 Chestnut St., 215-925-1444 Karma's lunch buffet is more than just a curried happy hour special. Naan, a