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Start Date: 5/24/2013 | End Date: 5/31/2013
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Sun., May. 26
May.
26
Sun
noon-4pm
See twelve copperplate etchings by Swedish artist Anders Zorn, most of which have not been on view since 1992.

Features documents and artifacts exploring the U.S. Navy at the time of the Spanish-American War, as well as the role of the USS Olympia ship.
@ Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S. Columbus Blvd.
215-413-8655

May.
26
Sun
noon-5pm
$10-$40
Storytellers who lead this tour recreate the sights, events and personalities of the Colonial era.
Occurs: Daily

May.
26
Sun
10am-5pm
$2-$7
Features paintings and photography that depict the story of ordinary heroes: the woman who jumped onto train tracks to save a stranger, the professor who sacrificed his life to save his students during the Virginia Tech massacre, and many others.
@ National Liberty Museum, 321 Chestnut St.
215-925-2800

May.
26
Sun
10am-5pm
$2-$7
Features the stories of 20 individuals and organizations that are trying to bring about international peace, including celebrities like Elie Wiesel and Bono, religious figures like Pope John Paul II, and organizations like Doctors Without Borders and the Bill Gates Foundation.
@ National Liberty Museum, 321 Chestnut St.
215-925-2800

Features Buddhist masterpieces from the Himalayan region of Asia. Works range from bronze sculptures to paintings rich in cultural and spiritual meaning.
@ Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Ben Franklin Pkwy.
215-763-8100

May.
26
Sun
11am-4pm
$6-$8
Visit the newly restored Pearl S. Buck House to view suits, gowns, hats, gloves, purses, and accessories of the famous author and humanitarian Pearl S. Buck, while learning more about her legacy and viewing the beautiful 68-acre estate.
@ Pearl S. Buck House, Pearl S. Buck House
2152490100

May.
26
Sun
12:45-3:45pm
$40-$50
Registration Recommended
On this tour you'll have a little chocolate here and a little chocolate there, and it will all add up to a lot of chocolate by the end of the day, but worry not for this tour is a walking tour so you can burn off those calories as you explore historic Center City and Rittenhouse Square.
Occurs: Daily

May.
26
Sun
11am-5pm
$10-$15
Features an installation by minimalist painter Robert Ryman. Ryman's work consists of 10 vinyl sheets attached to the wall by acrylic paint, displaying the artist's interest in painting directly onto the wall.

No matter what your politics, they can be transcended by rising to help someone in need. The Philadelphia Veteran's Association Medical Center is actively seeking volunteers in their community, clerical and clinical departments. Plus, there are benefits awarded for service exceeding four hours a week. Call 215-823-5868 for more info.
Occurs: Daily

Man, animals are cool. Zookeepers aren't so bad either. See for yourself by volunteering at the Philadelphia Zoo, you are bound to see things you wouldn't normally find waiting for the Market-Frankfurt Eastbound. OK, yea you would. Call 215-243-5200 for more details.
Occurs: Daily

Staff this nonprofit thrift store that benefits local HIV/AIDS organizations. Shifts are three hours long, and volunteers receive a store discount. Call 215-922-3186, e-mail phillyaidsthrift@aol.com or visit phillyaidsthrift.com.
@ Philly AIDS Thrift, 514 Bainbridge St
215-922-3186
Occurs: Daily

May.
26
Sun
11am-1pm
FREE
Uplift your spirit though praise and fulfillment.
@ Doubletree Hotel, 237 S. Broad St.
215-893-1600
Occurs: Every Sunday

May.
26
Sun
10am-5pm
$12-$16
$12 for children (ages 13 to 18) and students; $14 for seniors; $16 for adults
Masks, costumes, libretti, instruments—all can be found in this exhibition of Japanese art.
@ Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Ben Franklin Pkwy.
215-763-8100

May.
26
Sun
10pm
FREE
Have some fun with an X-rated spin on this classic kid's game
@ 12th Air Command, 254 S. 12th St.
215-545-8088
Occurs: Every Sunday

May.
26
Sun
10:15am
$8-$12
This tour explores the prison's infamous 1961 riot as well as inmates' protests about the conditions of the prison.
@ Eastern State Penitentiary, 2124 Fairmount Ave.
215-236-3300

May.
26
Sun
2:15pm
$8-$12
This tour explores the prison's infamous 1961 riot as well as inmates' protests about the conditions of the prison.
@ Eastern State Penitentiary, 2124 Fairmount Ave.
215-236-3300

May.
26
Sun
5-7pm
FREE
Meditate with other enlightened members of the LGBTQ community.
@ William Way Community Center, 1315 Spruce St.
215-732-2220
Occurs: Every Sunday

May.
26
Sun
5pm
FREE
Meditation and discussion for Buddhists and those interested in Buddhism.
Occurs: Every Sunday

All day everyday you can play all types of board games, trivia games, and well just games.
@ The Raven Lounge, 1718 Sansom St.
215-840-3577
Occurs: Daily

May.
26
Sun
noon-5pm
FREE
Features sketches, computer-generated images and videos that give viewers an inside perspective on the process of curating a museum exhibition.

May.
26
Sun
9-11pm
FREE
Bring your fair lady, put on a technicolor dream coat and come hang out with some guys and dolls who share your love of show tunes. The DJ will play clips from Broadway shows and movie musicals, and singing along is highly encouraged.
@ Tavern On Camac, 243 S. Camac St.
215-545-0900
Occurs: Every Sunday

May.
26
Sun
9:30am-5pm
$12-$14.75
Features paintings by imaginary artists, grouped in a faux art gallery in order to demonstrate scientific concepts. Also, a movie screen simulates different principles of physics, from the mechanics of levers to the composition of atoms.
@ Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St.
215-448-1200

May.
26
Sun
2:30-5:30pm
$29-$39
Listen to the stories that make up this part of Philadelphia as you explore hospitals, churches and Washington Square.
Occurs: Daily

May.
26
Sun
9:30am-5pm
$12-$14.75
Features 30 interactive stations about space exploration, which allow visitors to play with telescopes, learn about the history of space exploration and try on astronaut suits.
@ Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St.
215-448-1200

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