It's no secret that women are underrepresented in the film industry. Few blockbuster hits have women leads, and female directors are even scarcer.

HeartWorks is expected by its organizers to raise more than $130,000 and is generating a considerable buzz. How did a little-known health clinic inspire this act of generosity? For Christopher Veit, the answer is simple. "They basically saved my life," he says.

Thu., April 17, 7 p.m., $7, International House, 3701 Chestnut St., 215-387-5125, ihousephilly.org

No longer would content and services be favored solely for their merit or popularity.

Chris Johnston and Hannah Jones were itching to tour the country and make some noise, but those big amps and drum kits were just too much to carry.

This Brooklyn quartet blends elements of queercore, political punk and Jewish folk music into a melodious rock-affirmation that anyone would be proud to dance to.

Last Friday, more than 100 people gathered at the Federal Courthouse on Sixth and Market to demand the closing of the U.S. detention facilities at Guantánamo Bay.

Tue., Jan. 22, 7:30 p.m., free, Philadelphia Community Acupuncture, Firehouse building, third floor, 50th Street and Baltimore Avenue, 215-805-8330, healthdemocracy.org

Puppets have got a long history of artistry and entertainment, but it's not every day they set up shop at a contemporary art gallery. That's why "The Puppet Show" at ICA is a rare treat.

Thu., Jan. 10, 7-9 p.m., free, National Constitution Center, Kirby Auditorium, Fifth and Arch streets, 215-409-6600, aclu.org/closeguantanamo Jan. 11 marks the six-year anniversary of the detention center at Guantanamo Bay.