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Sure, the Christmas tunes and decorations have already started. But if you're still looking to give thanks, you're in good company. Tuba Christmas hits Philly this weekend! Since 1974, groups of tuba players have gathered in December to give thanks to those who appreciate the tuba. Essentially a large Christmas carol concert by lay tuba players, Tuba Christmas unites the holiday spirit with that plodding brass instrument.

The Kimmel Center, that bastion of good taste and excessive use of glass on the Avenue of the Arts, opens its doors to all this November. Their Free in the Plaza! festival brings classical, jazz, world music, and dance to the people without the heart attack-inducing prices. On Sunday, November 13, Svitanya, an Eastern European Women's Vocal Ensemble, will “evoke the spirit of traditional village music” with a cappella songs sung in their original languages. More importantly, they'll be wearing those awesome old-fashioned costumes.