Frugal in Philly - 2006 is So Punk Rock (Although Clearly We Are Not)

Frugal in Philly is a weekly celebration of all things Philly that are fun, frugal (costing $10 or less) or free! Stop here each week to see what Philly's got to offer for those of us who haven't quite mastered the art of becoming Independently Wealthy (although believe us, we're trying).

Featured Pick of the Week: Holidays in the Slush
R5 Productions is offering not one but two all-ages punk rock shows this week at the First Unitarian Church (22nd and Chestnut Streets) - named, very cleverly, Holidays In The Slush Day #1 and #2. Each show features five acts from all over the world, including some acts (The Boils and Mischief Brew) from our own fair city. Holidays in the Slush #1 begins at 7:30PM Friday night and has an admission fee of $10. Slush #2 begins at 2:30 PM the next day - and has a slightly less frugal fee of $12; however, we did notice that participating band, Dillinger Four, promises "melodic naked punk mayhem" and "psychotic naked behavior from Patty", and we all know nudity will cost you extra. See R5 Productions' Shows page for more information and a full listing of the bands.

This Week's Events:

Tuesday:

Comedy Open Mic Night:
Helium Comedy Club (2031 Sansom St.) 2 hours of comedy for just $5 (+ the cost of two menu items)

Gina Kaz and Friends
FREE show Upstairs Live! at the World Cafe (3025 Walnut Street), 8PM.

Wednesday:
Philly Unplugged:
Every Wednesday at the Reef Caribbean Lounge (3rd and South) local artists are highlighted by Philly Unplugged. Doors open at 9PM, show starts at 10PM, and admission is $10.

Somebody's Baby:
New Wave, 80's, Britpop, Electro, and Hip Hop at the Manhattan Room (5 W. Girard Ave ) for a mere $3 cover fee. This is a monthly event (happening every first Wednesday) with a continually changing line up of bands and DJs. This month's featured guests are The Holland Boys and DJ Gabe Boylan. (21+)

Thursday:
Hologram
tbtmo & Fuzzy Box host an evening of live electronica and experimental music at the Manhattan Room (5 W. Girard Ave ). Admission is $3. (1+ )

Friday:

Free Friday Noon Concert:
WXPN's free and weekly lunchtime concert Downstairs at World Cafe (3025 Walnut Street). This week's show is musician (and fellow blogger) - Duncan Sheik. Phillyist recommends going if you can - Sheik gives great show; and you'd better believe that we are currently cursing our suburban workplace for being too far from University City to make it there and back on our lunch break else we'd be right in the front row. Go and enjoy him in our stead, if you can. Just be sure to RSVP first.

Baby It's Cold Outside
Join cabaret trio 3 for the Road for an evening of music and mirth at the Rotunda (4014 Walnut Street). The show begins at 7PM, and a donation of $10 is suggested, but not required.

Sunday:
Melange Theatre Live
A variety of cabaret acts - including singers, magicians, and more - at The Rotunda (4014 Walnut Street). Show starts at 7PM, and admission is a suggested $7 donation.

Monday:
Philly Rising Open Stage:
Weekly open mic Upstairs at World Cafe Live (3025 Walnut Street). Show starts at 7:30 PM (get there at 6PM if you want to sign-up a 15-minute performance slot). Free!

Movies at the Troc:
This week's feature is The Wedding Crashers. $3 admission fee (redeemable towards concessions). DJ Town Jewerz will spin before and after the movie. 1003 Arch Street, 8PM (21+ only)

Photo Credit: World News