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3. Bizarre Creatures

A Quirky Column about Dog Walking Adventures in the City of Dog-Owning Love

What's new and/or interesting in Philly theaters this weekend.

The American Political Science Association is having its 2006 annual meeting in Philly this year, starting today and running through Sunday, September 3rd. They thought our city - the birthplace of the nation - was the perfect venue for their theme, which is "Power Reconsidered": "whether and how the concept of power informs political science." There's supposed to be 7,000 attendees from around the world, 730 panel and roundtable presentations, many renowned speakers, an awards ceremony, and the world's largest exhibit of political science publishers (read: lots of stuff to buy). Our own Ed Rendell will be delivering a guest lecture on leadership.

Dear America (it’s ambitious, I know – just bear with me):

What's interesting on TV this week.

What's new and/or interesting in Philly theaters this weekend.

While the Phillies were busy losing game two of a day-night doubleheader to the Washington Nationals, Michael Marcavage, the face of Repent America, was busy pissing off fans in the 300 level of Citizens Bank Park. Marcavage was on-hand to protest Gay Day, the third annual night for gays to celebrate in groups at a Phillies game. The game has always been a center of controversy, including when the homophobic Todd Jones made his debut as a Phillie the day after making homophobic remarks in the Phils' locker room.