Let’s kick this off with an anecdote. Last night I was sitting downstairs in the living room, enjoying an evening drink of gin and soda, when a man walked past my window wearing a giant orange pumpkin head. I dont know why. I doubt I ever will. But, it’s those little moments of spontaneous weirdness that make me feel at home in this neighborhood.
Big day tomorrow people. It is time once again for the Trenton Ave. Arts Festival. Its free, its fun, and you can find yourself some fly art. But, hold on, this isn’t just an art show. There’s music, food trucks from all over, artisanal products for you to buy. There’s just so much going on I dont know how I’ll fit it into one blog post. This event is dear to our hearts. Local businesses and people coming out to support their community. And the fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. Personally, you’ll be able to find me over at the grand opening of Record Lady, sifting through what I assume will be piles of rad records, listening to some tunes and enjoying some free beer (from our friends over at Philadelphia Brewing Company of course). you know what…
“Walking Fish Theatre – Blood Kegger on Monster Party Island – $18 @ 8pm – 2509 Frankford Ave
Kung Fu Necktie – Haunted Leather / Electric Citizen / Tinmouth – $8 @ 7 PM – 1250 N. Front St
Atlantis, the Lost Bar — CB Radio TAAFterdark post-Derby Jamboree – Free @ 10 PM - 2442 Frankford Ave
The Barbary -- Guitar Army - A night of glam, punk & rock ‘n roll! $5 @ 10 PM - 951 Frankford Ave”
Those are the events listed on the site. Probably doesn’t even scratch the surface of what’s really going on. I’m planning on hitting Kung Fu Necktie to listen to those kids “kick the jams” as they say. They say that right? (I will likely be the tall, pale, visibly intoxicated young man standing in the corner trying not to make eye contact with anyone. There’s always one.)
Kinetic Sculpture Derby. Oh, you bastion of the strange, the beautiful, and the functional. I look forward to seeing whatever contraptions all you Kinetic artisans have come up with. A popular event, for good reason, and one not be missed. “Award categories include Best Art, Best Engineering, Best Costume, Best Breakdown and People’s Choice.” I’d like to say more, but, I think it’s in my best interest to let this event speak for itself. It really is something you have to see for yourself to appreciate.
Come to Kensington. Eat. Drink. Be merry.
Photo by Christopher Tromer
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