Headhouse Square Indie Film Series: Temple Shorts

Wednesdays in Headhouse, catch the 2011 Indie Film Series. This week’s screening on, Wednesday, August 24, at 2nd & Pine will be a Temple Student Series of Shorts. The films will be introduced at 7:30pm and begin at 8pm. Don’t forget to bring your own chair.

Both before and after the screening, local South Street businesses are offering specials for those who attended the movie including Steaks on South, Bistro Romano and Headhouse Café. A full listing can be found below.

Mention the South Street Headhouse District Indie Film Series and receive discounts at these participating shops, before or after the movie.

Tall Cow Cards & Goods (616 S. Third Street)
10% any one item purchased through Indie Film Series promotion

Steaks on South (308 South Street)
Free Fries with purchase of any sandwich on evening of Film Series (with mention of series)

Bistro Romano (120 Lombard Street)
Five at $5 Happy Hour, 5 - 7pm prior to the Film and enjoy FREE FOOD and discounted drinks;
Vino, Champagne & Mixed (well drinks) $5, Domestic Beer $2.50

Siglo Accessories (644 South Street)
15% Discount during evening of the Summer Indie Film Series (with mention of series)

Headhouse Cafe (122 Lombard Street)
$1 off all drafts, $4 wine, and $5 well drinks with the mention of the Indie Film Series

Screening Under the Stars: Michael Jackson's This is It

With just weeks to go before September hits, there are only so many chances to catch an outdoor movie, not like there haven’t been about 50 chances to see one this summer in Philadelphia.

On Thursday, August 11, at The Great Plaza on Penns Landing, catch This is It, a backstage look at the preparations for a Michael Jackson’s sold-out London tour. It’s a compilation of interviews, backstage footage and of course music, giving a peek into the final rehearsals of Jackson’s career and life.
When the King of Pop died in 2009, This is It became his final adieu.

The free movie screening, sponsored by NBC10 and B101.1 begin at dusk, around 8:30. B101 will be onsite to host the event, playing games and giving out prizes.

Headhouse Square Indie Film Series: Down the Road

Wednesdays in Headhouse, catch the 2011 Indie Film Series. This week’s screening on, Wednesday, August 3, at 2nd & Pine will be Down the Road, written and directed by Jason Christopher. This will be the first screening for the yet unreleased horror film about a group of college students who find themselves fighting for their lives from a revenge seeking mad man.

The film will be introduced by Director Jason Christopher and Special Effects pro, Lauren Palmer at 7:30pm. The show begins at 8pm and don’t forget to bring your own chair.

Both before and after the screening, local South Street businesses are offering specials for those who attended the movie including Steaks on South, Bistro Romano and Headhouse Café. A full listing can be found below.

Mention the South Street Headhouse District Indie Film Series and receive discounts at these participating shops, before or after the movie.

Tall Cow Cards & Goods (616 S. Third Street)
10% any one item purchased through Indie Film Series promotion

Steaks on South (308 South Street)
Free Fries with purchase of any sandwich on evening of Film Series (with mention of series)

Bistro Romano (120 Lombard Street)
Five at $5 Happy Hour, 5 - 7pm prior to the Film and enjoy FREE FOOD and discounted drinks;
Vino, Champagne & Mixed (well drinks) $5, Domestic Beer $2.50

Siglo Accessories (644 South Street)
15% Discount during evening of the Summer Indie Film Series (with mention of series)

Headhouse Cafe (122 Lombard Street)
$1 off all drafts, $4 wine, and $5 well drinks with the mention of the Indie Film Series

Headhouse Square Indie Film Series: Rocky V

Tonight in Headhouse, catch the 2011 Indie Film Series. Tonight’s screening will be Rocky V, when a washed up Rocky takes Tommy Morrison under his wing, only to battle it out in a street fight. Sure it’s not Rocky IV, but its still Rocky.

Tonight, Wednesday, July 27, the film will be introduced by industry pros at 7:30pm at 2nd & Pine. The show begins at 8pm and don’t forget to bring your own chair.

Both before and after the screening, local South Street businesses are offering specials for those who attended the movie including Steaks on South, Bistro Romano and Headhouse Café. A full listing can be found below.

Mention the South Street Headhouse District Indie Film Series and receive discounts at these participating shops, before or after the movie.

Tall Cow Cards & Goods (616 S. Third Street)
10% any one item purchased through Indie Film Series promotion

Steaks on South (308 South Street)
Free Fries with purchase of any sandwich on evening of Film Series (with mention of series)

Bistro Romano (120 Lombard Street)
Five at $5 Happy Hour, 5 - 7pm prior to the Film and enjoy FREE FOOD and discounted drinks;
Vino, Champagne & Mixed (well drinks) $5, Domestic Beer $2.50

Siglo Accessories (644 South Street)
15% Discount during evening of the Summer Indie Film Series (with mention of series)

Headhouse Cafe (122 Lombard Street)
$1 off all drafts, $4 wine, and $5 well drinks with the mention of the Indie Film Series

Screening Under the Stars: The Social Network

Each week, Penn’s Landing hosts Screenings Under the Stars on the River Stage at the Great Plaza at dusk, or about 8:30pm. Tonight’s film is The Social Network. This Oscar winner chronicles the founding of Facebook and stars Jessie Eisenberg and Justin Timberlake.

Radio station B101 will be hosting the screening and bringing along games and prizes. Don’t forget to bring some snacks, and get there early for a good seat. Maybe bring a pillow to sit on too. The Great Plaza’s concrete construction can get a little tough to sit on after a while.

RiverStage on Great Plaza at Penn's Landing Columbus Blvd. at Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA 19106

Headhouse Square Indie Film Series

Tonight in Headhouse, catch the 2011 Indie Film Series. Tonight’s screening will be Night Catches Us. Released in 2010, this film is set in race-torn, 1976 Philadelphia and features a score by The Roots. It’s written and directed by Tanya Hamilton and received nominations at both the 2010 Sundance Film Festival and 2011 Image Awards.

Each Wednesday throughout the summer in Headhouse, guest speakers and industry pros like local film-makers, stylists, makeup artists, directors and producers will introduce the night’s feature film at 7:30pm at 2nd & Pine. Tonight, Wednesday, July 20, the show begins at 8pm and don’t forget to bring your own chair.

Both before and after the screening, local South Street businesses are offering specials for those who attended the movie including Steaks on South, Bistro Romano and Headhouse Café. A full listing can be found below.

Mention the South Street Headhouse District Indie Film Series and receive discounts at these participating shops, before or after the movie.

Tallcow Cards & Goods (616 S. Third Street)
10% any one item purchased through Indie Film Series promotion

Steaks on South (308 South Street)
Free Fries with purchase of any sandwich on evening of Film Series (with mention of series)

Bistro Romano (120 Lombard Street)
Five at $5 Happy Hour, 5 - 7pm prior to the Film and enjoy FREE FOOD and discounted drinks;
Vino, Champagne & Mixed (well drinks) $5, Domestic Beer $2.50

Siglo Accessories (644 South Street)
15% Discount during evening of the Summer Indie Film Series (with mention of series)

Headhouse Cafe ( 122 Lombard Street)
$1 off all drafts, $4 wine, and $5 well drinks with the mention of the Indie Film Series

Tonight’s Outdoor Movie: The King's Speech

Philly’s free outdoor film scene has been popping this summer, with a movie pretty much every night. Tonight, Thursday, July 14, the screening will be at Penn’s Landing’s River Stage on the Great Plaza at dusk, or about 8:30pm.

Tonight’s film, The King’s Speech, took home four Oscars (Best Director, Best Motion Picture, Best Actor and Best Screenplay) and was nominated for many more.

Radio station B101 will be hosting the screening and bringing along games and prizes. Don’t forget to bring some snacks, and get there early for a good seat. Maybe bring a pillow to sit on too. The Great Plaza’s concrete construction can get a little tough to sit on after a while.

RiverStage on Great Plaza at Penn's Landing Columbus Blvd. at Chestnut St. Philadelphia PA 19106

Movie Night at Headhouse Square

Tonight in Headhouse, catch the 2011 Indie Film Series. Tonight’s screening will be Blender Animated Shorts. Blender is an animation program used to produce 2D and 3D animated graphics. This is not a Tug-boat Willie cartoon. It’s very modern and very popular with animators.

Each Wednesday throughout the summer in Headhouse, guest speakers and industry pros like local film-makers, stylists, makeup artists, directors and producers will introduce the night’s feature film at 2nd & Pine. Tonight, Wednesday, July 13, the show begins at 8pm and don’t forget to bring your own chair.

Both before and after the screening, local South Street businesses are offering specials for those who attended the movie including Steaks on South, Bistro Romano and Headhouse Café. A full listing can be found below.

Mention the South Street Headhouse District Indie Film Series and receive discounts at these participating shops, before or after the movie.

Tallcow Cards & Goods (616 S. Third Street)
10% any one item purchased through Indie Film Series promotion

Steaks on South (308 South Street)
Free Fries with purchase of any sandwich on evening of Film Series (with mention of series)

Bistro Romano (120 Lombard Street)
Five at $5 Happy Hour, 5 - 7pm prior to the Film and enjoy FREE FOOD and discounted drinks;
Vino, Champagne & Mixed (well drinks) $5, Domestic Beer $2.50

Siglo Accessories (644 South Street)
15% Discount during evening of the Summer Indie Film Series (with mention of series)

Headhouse Cafe ( 122 Lombard Street)
$1 off all drafts, $4 wine, and $5 well drinks with the mention of the Indie Film Series

Bastille Day Begins at Bistrot La Minette

Bastille Day may not be until tomorrow, but here in Philadelphia, Independence Day celebrations can span what seems like weeks. Tonight, Wednesday, July 13, Bistrot La Minette will be offering its first of two nights worth of Bastille Day BBQ.

The four-course French BBQ dinner is priced at $35 per person or $50 to include a wine pairing. See the full menu below.


First Course
Crème Vichyssoise Glacée Cold potato-leek soup, white truffle oil, chives
Château de la Vieille Tour Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux

Second Course: Buffet
Carrottes Rapées Grated carrots, walnut vinaigrette, walnuts
Salade de Betteraves Beet salad, orange vinaigrette
Salade de Lentilles Lentil salad, mirepoix brunois
Salade Haricots Verts Green beans, toasted almonds, pesto balsamic vinaigrette
Rillettes de Canard Preserved duck paté
Rillettes de Saumon Salmon paté
Champignons à la Grecque Mushrooms poached in white wine and tomatoes
Salade Piemontaise Potato, ham, crème fraiche
Quiche Lorraine Bacon and comté cheese quiche
Pâté Strasbourgeoise Veal-and-pork paté, pistachios, mustard
Domaine des Salices Viognier, Languedoc

Third Course
Choice of Grilled Salmon, Grilled Pork Chop, ½ Grilled Chicken, Roasted Lamb Leg
Served with: Tomates à la Provençale, gratin dauphinois, haricots verts
L’Alycastre La Courtade Rose, Provence (the leg of lamb will be paired with Marc Roman Vin de Pays d’Oc Malbec,Languedoc)

Fourth Course
Tarte aux Pêches Peach tart, apricot sorbet
Peach Kir Royale made with Henri Savard Blanc de Blancs Chenin Blanc, Loire

Bistrot La Minette 623 S. 6th St. Philadelphia, PA 215-925-8000

Tonight’s Outdoor Movie Lineup

The good thing about outdoor summer movies is that when you stop off at the corner store for candy before the show, you don’t feel quite as cheap. Grab some snacks, a blanket and chairs, get the kids and take advantage of the warm weather and head to one of the outdoor movie screenings this evening.

Fishtown’s Penn Treaty Park will be showing Despicable Me at dusk tonight, Tuesday, July 12. There will even be free refreshments available for children.

Northern Liberties will be hosting its own movie night, screening Something to Sing About at Liberty Lands Park at 8:30pm.