Philadlephia Weekly 04-18-2018

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o many things went wrong inside that Starbucks on April 12.

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s begin with this: We, who werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in the store, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exactly know the entire narrative, but what we know from reports and timely eyewitness video is that two black men entered the coffee chain on 18th and Spruce, sat down waiting for a friend before they decided to purchase something and were treated like they were a threat to everyone inside the store.

All of this by a manager who â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the hell with sensitivity training â&#x20AC;&#x201C; needs a little common sense and proper etiquette on how to treat human beings. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen people struggling with opiate addiction drooped over in chairs and people experiencing homelessness catching a warm nap who were treated better than these two men at other establishments that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the reach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; much less the capital â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that Starbucks has.

Before the critics chime in to justify the 911 call, the arrival of at least half a dozen ofďŹ cers and the subsequent arrests, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s break this down to brass tacks.

But they were loitering...

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not loitering if there is an intent to pay.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no different than window shopping in a store and walking out and not buying anything. From what we can ascertain from eyewitnesses and the video footage, these men werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t being hostile. They werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t making a scene. They werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even getting hype with the manager who called the cops. They just wanted to wait for their friend before they made a decision to buy a grande latte â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or not.

Well within their rights as customers to do.

They should have just left the storeâ&#x20AC;Ś Why? At the moment that manager threatened their civil rights they shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to go anywhere. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll tell you right now, I wouldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve remained in that coffee shop until my friend showed up and I told him letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s get the fuck out of here, or until police did arrive and I stated my case.

They shouldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve just complied with policeâ&#x20AC;Ś From all I could see courtesy of video during the incident, the men didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cause a scene once police arrived, but of course the cops needed to bring not one or two but several to handcuff

two men whose only discernible crime was not walking in and immediately purchasing an overpriced cup of joe. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why they were arrested, but no charges were ďŹ led.

Because honestly, what could they do to a pair of innocent men? Why even put the handcuffs on them. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demoralizing, humiliating and the minute that was done reinforced the fact that people in the store need to see these two as nothing more than common (black) criminals.

They were just waiting for a friend, man.

WTF. But because they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ďŹ t the motif of the block, they wore Yeezyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instead of boat shoes and bomber jackets instead of Patagonia vests, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a threat? I just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how you could explain it.

You know what else I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand?

Police commissioner Richard Ross having the gall to get in front of a microphone and actually say he stood by the ofďŹ cerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decisionmaking in this incident. Of course he threw in the predictable disclaimer that, as a black man, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aware of the realities of racial proďŹ ling.

Blah, blah, blah.

How about realizing these guys didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do shit and actually offering them a cup of coffee while they wait to squash the situation?

Wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that have been a smarter decision that wouldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made that cop â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or cops â&#x20AC;&#x201C; look like heroes as opposed to siding with the manager to get these black deviants outta Rittenhouse?

But I get it, Ross. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top cop. Denounce your ofďŹ cers and the FOPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on your ass and you look like the bad guy. Denounce it and your ofďŹ cers will think that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have their backs in other, actually legitimate cases of trespassing.

Well, guess what? Sometimes people arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to like your decisions.

Of course, this isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just Richard Ross.

This isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even about the cops â&#x20AC;&#x201C; because we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect anything else.

This is about being a black man 2018 in a white part of town. Where closet segregation still exists. Where itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OK if you buy something, but if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, you better stay out â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this world isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t for you. Bottom line: racial inequality and proďŹ ling is much bigger than this incident at Starbucks. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cool that CEOs can ďŹ&#x201A;y into our city and regional managers can rush onsite to offer an apology and preach an ethos of being diverse and equal.

The true shock here is that it happened within a city that prides itself on both, but as we can see, in some pockets, is still anything but.Q TWITTER: @SPRTSWTR

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Study Shows New Sex Cream Works Like Magic for Older Men Recent warnings on sex drugs leads to the creation of an amazing no pill option; key ingredients activate sensation pathways triggering erections and arousal Christopher Steel San Diego, CA The medical community now has a safer and more effective alternative to sex pills, which they can immediately start offering to male patients with sexual performance issues. It will not require a prescription.

The alternative, called Sensum+ÂŽ, is an amazing new sex cream containing an active ingredient that activates a sensation pathway on the penis known as TRPA1.

When applied as directed, it leads to incredible arousal and triggers erections more easily.

It also promotes powerful climaxes and ultimately results in signiďŹ cant improvements in performance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Men can expect to experience life changing sexual improvements with regular use. The penis will become hyper sensitive, making them easily aroused and excitable,â&#x20AC;? explains Dr. Bassam Damaj, the President of the company behind Sensum+ÂŽ. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because Sensum+ÂŽ does what no other sex pill or drug has done before â&#x2C6;&#x2019; it stimulates a special sensory pathway right below the skin, which leads to phenomenal improvements in sensation.â&#x20AC;?

Overtime, constant exposure (especially if circumcised) leads to decreased penis sensitivity, which can cause problems with arousal and erection quality. There just isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough feeling to get excited.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Diabetes, anti-depressants and normal aging also leads to desensitization, and can make the situation even worse.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is what makes Sensum+ÂŽ so effective and why the clinical studies and clinical use studies have been so positive.â&#x20AC;?

MISDIAGNOSIS LEADS TO UNEEDED PERSCRIPTIONS After years of clinical research and testing, researchers discovered an incredible compound that triggers arousal and helps men achieve erections more easily.

This compound isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a drug. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the active ingredient in Sensum+ÂŽ.

And according to users, it produces sensational results. Many men report remarkable improvements in sexual performance and overall satisfaction.

They are more sexually active than theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been in years with the average Sensum+ÂŽ user over the age of 50.

Clinical studies show Sensum+ÂŽâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s key ingredient activates the TRPA1 sensation pathway right below the skin of the penis.

According to research, many men adults and seniors who suffer sexually have lost sensation in their penis due to constant rubbing and exposure and health related issues such as diabetes, hernia surgery, use of some anti-depressants, multiple sclerosis, and other type of illnesses.

This desensitization often makes sex extremely challenging.

Without a 100% feeling in the penis, its next to impossible to get truly aroused.

Worse, modern day sex drugs have absolutely no effect on sensation and are laden with side effects. They simply stimulate an erection by enhancing blood ďŹ&#x201A;ow.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why most men are rarely satisďŹ ed after taking them and why Sensum+ÂŽ users are always stocking up on more and couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be happier. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew the science behind Sensum+ÂŽ was there, but we never expected results like weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s far exceeded our expectationsâ&#x20AC;? said a spokesperson for the company.

A STAGGERING 80% IMPROVEMENT IN SENSITIVITY Researchers have conducted several clinical studies on Sensum+ÂŽ and the results from the most recent are undoubtedly the most impressive.

A data analysis of three clinical surveys of 370 men showed that an amazing 80% of Sensum+ÂŽ users experienced dramatic improvements while using the cream and as a result were aroused easier and a phenomenal boost in performance.

Additionally, 77.4% of men also reported much more satisfying climaxes, making sex for both them and their partners nearly 300% more satisfying. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have full feeling and sensitivity back in my penis.

Everything feels better. My erections are harder, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m more easily aroused, I can ďŹ nally climax again. This stuff honestly works like magic in the bedroom. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be happier at 66!â&#x20AC;? raves one Sensum+ÂŽ user.

HOW SENSUM+ÂŽ WORKS Sensum+ÂŽ is a new sex cream for men thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to be applied twice a day for the ďŹ rst two weeks then just once every day after.

There are no harmful side effects for either the user or partner. It also does not require a prescription.

The active ingredient is an organic compound known as cinnamaldehyde with a patented combination of sexually rousing extracts.

Research shows that as men get older, they often lose sensitivity to the penis.

Although very subtle, this desensitization can signiďŹ cantly hinder sexual performance and lead to serious problems with becoming aroused and staying/getting hard.

The cinnamaldehyde in Sensum+ÂŽ is one of the only known ingredients to activate a special sensation pathway on the penis called TRPA1. Once activated, it restores tremendous sensation to the penis, stimulating arousal and powerful erections.

This would explain why so many users are experiencing impressive results so quickly and why the company behind Sensum+ÂŽ offers their low cost cream with an amazing guarantee.

Doctor Approved SENSUM+ÂŽ: Triples sexual satisfaction for men by increasing â&#x20AC;&#x153;penile sensitivtyâ&#x20AC;?

GUARANTEE DISCOUNTED SUPPLY TAKES RISK OFF CONSUMERS A large percentage of men report life changing results with Sensum+ÂŽ. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why it is now being sold with an aboveindustry standard guarantee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can only make this guarantee because we are 100% certain this cream works,â&#x20AC;? says Damaj. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to take risk off the consumers. So besides offering massive discounts, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also offering this guarantee, so they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to risk a cent.â&#x20AC;?

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how it works: Use the cream exactly as directed and in just one week, you must feel a signiďŹ cant improvement in sexual sensations. You must be more easily aroused with harder, longer lasting erections and be having the best sex youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had in years.

Otherwise, simply return the empty bottles. Then, Innovus Pharmaceuticals will refund your money immediately.

HOW TO GET SENSUM+ÂŽ This is the ofďŹ cial release of Sensum+ÂŽ. As such, the company is offering a special discounted supply to any reader suffering with their sexual performance and who calls within the next 48 hours.

A special hotline number and discounted pricing has been created for all New Jersey residents. Discounts will be available starting today at 6:00AM and will automatically be applied to all callers.

Your Toll-Free Hotline number is 1-800-820-4191 and will only be open for the next 48 hours. Only a limited discounted supply of Sensum+ÂŽ is currently available in your region.

Consumers who miss out on our current product inventory will have to wait until more becomes available and that could take weeks. The company advises not to wait. Call 1-800-820-4191 today.

THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN BY THE U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION. THESE PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE. RESULTS BASED UPON AVERAGES. MODELS ARE USED IN ALL PHOTOS TO PROTECT PRIVACY.

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Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical marijuana program has expanded rapidly in the last year, with more growth to hit Philly by the end of 2018. The Department of Health has granted permits to 12 marijuana growers and is expected to issue up to 13 more grow facility permits this summer. Philadelphia County has so far not seen any of the economic development perks of a grow facility, but already has four dispensary shops slated to open by next year. Q

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PAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst medical marijuana program participants â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the state has already issued about 11,000 buyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cards â&#x20AC;&#x201C; were shocked by the prices at the counter.

Unlike California and Colorado, Pennsylvanians canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t purchase smokable leaf â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not yet at least. Stores are currently limited to selling cannabis oils, extracts and tinctures. And guess what? Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re mad expensive. Like $144 per gram expensive. But the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical marijuana advisory board voted last week to expand the options to include whole-plant cannabis by the end of next year. (No, they probably still wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sell pre-rolled joints.) Q

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Despite decriminalization efforts and incoming medical access, marijuana possession still lands Pennsylvanians in handcuffs every day. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how many people were arrested last year across the state for weed possession, according to the PA Uniform Crime Reporting System. Q

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Although the conversation around marijuana has quieted, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still much to talk about before the annual 420 day.

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A collection of musings, notes and more ahead of the annual event that is 4:20 COMPILED BY KERITH GABRIEL

With marijuana decriminalized and construction of medicinal grow houses imminent in Philadelphia, the topic of weed and all stigma that comes along with it is burned down to the roach.

That doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean there isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t plenty to talk aboutâ&#x20AC;Ś

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We asked the comedic personalities that make up Chinatownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Good Good Comedy Theater one question: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the holdup in getting marijuana completely legalized for everyday usage in the U.S.?â&#x20AC;?

Why? One of Good Goodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ nest events is its monthly show â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weeding out the Stoned,â&#x20AC;? in which audience members and family members of a few of the comics themselves have to guess the person on stage whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high AF. It makes for a laugh, not because they're stoned, but because the premise alone is hilarious.

Well, Good Good is planning another installation of this show this year calling it the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weeding Out the Stoned: 420 Editionâ&#x20AC;? on April 20 at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. The club has already sold out the 8 p.m. show, but you can still grab tickets for the late jawn.

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Rapper Freeway to speak at World Cannabis Conference From his early days, North Philly rapper Freeway has long been an avid supporter of all things chronic.

From smoking it to selling it, you can ďŹ nd a lyric in one of his songs about making a living and keeping things light via holding weight in weed.

However the rapper is speaking out how the drug has helped him through end stage renal and kidney failure in addition to other connections with the drug sitting on multiple panels at the upcoming World Medical Cannabis Conference in Pittsburgh from April 21-22. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Studies have shown the long-term use of cannabis to be safe. In contrast to many other medicinal drugs, the long-term use of cannabis does not harm stomach, liver, kidneys and heart,â&#x20AC;? Freeway said in an announcement from a Philadelphia-based outďŹ t called Greenhouse Ventures, which serves as a funding and marketing program for marijuana startups.

Additionally, the Greenhouse Ventures CEO told Philly-based 420 friendly site Elevated Nation that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Philadelphia has the potential to be the medical cannabis capital of the country.â&#x20AC;? Q

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states that have legalized medicinal marijuana, in addition to Washington, D.C. Coincidentally, those same number of states have seen a drop in opioid deaths since electing to legalize medicinal weed.

64 Percentage in a reduction for the use of opioids due to being a card carrying medicinal marijuana user.

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The number of people as of March 1 who are authorized medicinal users in the United States.

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environmental art activities, hikes and crafts. Get your green juices pumping for dancing, food trucks and a fort-building competition. | Saturday, April 21. 10am-2pm. Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, 8480 Hagys Mill Road. fi.edu/psf/ event/naturepalooza-family-earthday-celebration

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Riverfront North Earth Day Festival

Earth-out on all things environmental! Perfect for all ages, come celebrate Earth Day at the Riverfront. Roll up your sleeves and put your hands to work with outdoor cleanup. Watch environmental demos and enjoy naturalist guided walks and tours. Shop among vendors and participate in an array of activities. Get in tune with nature during a free yoga class at the beginning of the festival. | Saturday, April 21. 10am-4pm. Lardnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point Park, 904 Levick St. eventbrite. com/e/riverfront-north-earth-dayfestival-tickets-42919543510

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Find your green thumb this weekend with everything from park cleanups to garden science.

Down to Earth Your all-in-one guide to the greenest Earth Day festivities in Philly this weekend.

BY ANDREA CANTOR

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unday marks 48 years of celebrating Earth Day, and Philly organizations are putting out ecofriendly events for all ages. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ cial theme is â&#x20AC;&#x153;End Plastic Pollution,â&#x20AC;? but the city will also have a smorgasbord of action-based, community and educational Earth Day events all weekend long.

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face it: This year has been rough on the environment, and you may be struggling to reach for the gardening tools and trash bags.

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Granted, rollbacks and Environmental Protection Agency administrator Scott Pruittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tax-payer-fueled shopping sprees have likely turned some green hearts blue. But letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s turn the bleak news cycle into motivation for civic engagement, shall we?

For encouragement, consider that 20 million Americans protested for environmental protection during the ďŹ rst-ever Earth Day in 1970. Their call to action was a major catalyst for crucial environmental legislation, including The Clean Air Act, The Clean Water Act and the formation of the EPA. Here are seven events to reinvigorate those ecowarrior spirits and give the Philly outdoors some much-needed TLC.

Naturepalooza: A Family Earth Day Celebration

Lollapalooza? No, Naturepalooza! In honor of Earth Day and Schuylkill Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Year of Water, experience the wonders of water through science and

As the saying goes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Think globally, act locally.â&#x20AC;? In honor of Earth Day, support your local Roxborough scene by coming to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Art is Lifeâ&#x20AC;? market. For the annual event, shop among Philly artists and vendors with pop-up shops and tables galore. While pursuing the craftsmanship of various artistic mediums, ďŹ ll your tummies with locally sourced cuisine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that goes with another saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You are what you eat.â&#x20AC;? Music from three main stages will accompany your shopping and eating experience. | Saturday, April 21. Noon-6pm. Free admission.

Ridge Avenue between Green Lane and Leverington Avenue. https://roxboroughpa.com/events/art-is-life

Run for Clean Air presented by Toyota Hybrids

Forget the cars â&#x20AC;&#x201C; letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s run it! Bring it back to nature by putting your feet on the banks of the Schuylkill River with the Clean Air Council. Dating back to 1981, The Run for Clean Air is one of Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest charity races. The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest Earth Day celebration, bring the whole family for a morning walk or run that celebrates environmental sustainability, healthy neighborhoods and clean air. The day includes a 10K Run, 5K Run, Virtual 5K, 3K Walk and Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fun Run. |

Sunday, April 22. 7:30am. Race times vary. Prices vary. MLK Drive, next to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. cleanair.org/runforcleanair/features/ earthday/

Earth Day at the Constitution Center

What led up to the ďŹ rst Earth Day in 1970, and why is it so important?

The whole family can learn about environmental champions, like President Teddy Roosevelt and First Lady Claudia â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lady Birdâ&#x20AC;? Johnson. For some interactive eco-fun, head to the Constitution Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s front lawn for a gardening activity, 18th century games and Earth Day themed cootie-catcher crafts. | Sunday, April 22. Noon-5pm. $14.50, adult general admission. National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St. constitutioncenter.org/learn/civic-calendar/earth-day

Science in the Garden

As part of the Philadelphia Science Festival, commemorate Earth Day with knowledge. Foster a passion for the environment by learning about ecosystems through demonstrations and hands-on activities. Master Gardeners will dazzle visitors with botanical demos and information. Check out Philadelphia Science Festival for other Earth Day events, such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be a National Wildlife Refuge Biologist!â&#x20AC;? at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be an Ornithologist!â&#x20AC;? at Wyck Historic House, Garden and Farm, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Be an Environmental Scientist!â&#x20AC;? at Fairmount Water Works. | Sunday, April 22. 10am-2pm. Free. Fairmount Park Horticulture Center, 100 N. Horticultural Drive. fi.edu/psf/event/ science-garden

Earth Day Cleanup in Rittenhouse Square

Take action with a community cleanup of Rittenhouse Square. Show a little love in the City of Brotherly Love for the signature and historic park. For your hard work, volunteers will be treated with giveaways, including free frozen custard from Shake Shack and free macarons from SoďŹ tel Philadelphia. | Sunday, April 22.

10am-noon. Free. Rittenhouse Square Park, 19th and Walnut streets. Check in at Gardener's Cottage. friendsofrittenhouse.org/events/all/park-cleanup-day/ Q TWITTER: @ANDREAJCANTOR

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Gay bashing Abuse of all kinds is more prevalent than one might think in LGBT relationships

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he most common depiction of domestic violence is a woman as victim, threatened by a man. The reality of who commits and experiences abuse â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and what it looks like â&#x20AC;&#x201C; though, is more complex. Stereotypes about gender affect how abusive situations are handled by not only bystanders and authorities, but the people in the relationship.

Compounded by the impacts of homophobia, abuse in LGBT communities can be especially difďŹ cult to navigate.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average heterosexual woman has a 35 percent chance of experiencing rape, physical violence or stalking by a partner in her lifetime. For lesbians, the odds increase to 44 percent, and for bisexuals the rate is 61 percent. The same research found that â&#x20AC;&#x153;40 percent of gay men and 47 percent of bisexual men have experienced sexual violence other than rape, compared to 21 percent of heterosexual men.â&#x20AC;?

Intimate partner violence can happen anywhere, regardless of demographics, but racism, ableism, sexism and homophobia can make victims of abuse feel even more isolated.

While women are more likely to experience abuse in relationships than men, we have also come to recognize male forms of control as abusive more quickly than the tactics used by women.

We spoke to a few survivors, some under condition of anonymity, who recounted varying experiences of abuse. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think I understood it as rape then,â&#x20AC;? says Kristin, who recounted a violent sexual experience from 2004. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember if I thought about contacting the police, but I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think that I did because I did think it was my fault for getting in the car and because I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think rape could even happen between two women.â&#x20AC;?

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Before his transition, Mason claims he wrestled with living as a girl and was threatened never to change by an abusive lesbian partner, so much so that he contemplated suicide.

She added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If I'd been dealing with a guy, I don't think I would have trusted him enough to get in his car, much less his house. â&#x20AC;Ś I was a savvy, careful person, but women often don't want to hurt people's feelings. I thought it would be a quick coffee and I'd be done with her. I had never heard of a woman raping another woman.â&#x20AC;?

Kristinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reaction is similar to one that Siona, 26, recounts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think it just felt like a deeper betrayal because she was a woman, like I was,â&#x20AC;? she said as she recalled a previous abusive relationship, â&#x20AC;&#x153;She was â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;supposed toâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; be safeâ&#x20AC;Ś And I guess being gay there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a lot of places I could turn for support because I never saw healthy gay relationships or unhealthy gay relationships. Some of my friends tried to get me out of it but I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t listen. And some I was able to fool. But if all of what she did was done by a guy, I feel like no one would let me get away with it [and it would] have ended it much sooner.â&#x20AC;?

Rather than using threats of physical force, 34-year-old Noelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abuser employed more insidious tactics, like â&#x20AC;&#x153;ganging up with friendsâ&#x20AC;? to degrade her and shame her in public, as well as surveillance like checking her phone and email. It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t until she was at Laurel House, a Montgomery-based center that specializes in abuse therapy, that she realized the full extent of what had happened. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I talk about my experience, especially with people who identify as heterosexual, they are always so surprised that a woman

has the capacity or the capability to be abusive,â&#x20AC;? Noel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think that's why I couldn't even realize it until I was in domestic violence therapy at Laurel House.

I still remember my ďŹ rst meeting where I was shown a diagram of the cycle of abuseâ&#x20AC;Ś[it]took my breath away because that was the story of my relationship. It also explained why it was so hard to leave.â&#x20AC;?

LGBT victims of abuse face unique dilemmas in reaching out for help. The National Coalition of Anti-Violence programs says police and service organizations may not take accusations as seriously, assume the abuse is mutual or that more masculine partner is to blame, and in some cases, have put the abuser in the same jail cell or shelter as the victim. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My queer close friends were generally among the most supportive. Yet, in some ways, being queer made the aftermath of the abuse more difďŹ cult,â&#x20AC;? says a local gay poet in his 20s, speaking on a condition of anonymity, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because the queer community is relatively small, my abuser and I had tons of mutual friends. It was nearly impossible for me to avoid people and places that I associated with him, which led to cutting a lot of otherwise great people out of my life.â&#x20AC;?

Marginalized communities are more likely to experience negative health outcomes, like problems with drugs and alcohol, mental illness and suicide. The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse says routinely dealing with discrimination in housing, employment and health care makes LGBT people more susceptible to anxiety, fear and social isolation, which are breeding grounds for abusive situations.

Many ďŹ nd strength in the queer community, but some bisexuals say they face both homophobia and exclusion from the gay world.

Bridget, a 29-year-old woman who now identiďŹ es as queer/ pansexual says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I've always had healthier dating relationships with men, so conversations around domestic violence are always a little odd for me. On a daily basis I face the usual microaggressions, discrimination, violence from men and the patriarchy, but nothing scares me like my ex-girlfriend.â&#x20AC;?

Bridget recounts drunken, violent rages and years of emotional

abuse. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know jealousy played a part. She was uncomfortable with my history with men, and my bisexuality. She refused to get tested even though she'd had past partners, but judged me for my promiscuity.â&#x20AC;?

During one particularly terrifying night, she called 911. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But she told me I was overreacting, told me I'd ruin her career, so I hung up,â&#x20AC;? she adds, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Plus, we were that adorable token lesbian couple.â&#x20AC;? Later, Bridget says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I told people, most of them had no idea, they were really surprised. They didn't see it in her.â&#x20AC;?

LGBT abusers may even use homophobia and transphobia to their advantage, threatening to out closeted partners to their families or employers, as well invalidating identities and intentionally misgendering. Mason, a 24-year-old from North Philadelphia had a long road of ďŹ nding his authentic self, growing up in a conservative part of the city when it came to the LGBT sphere. Before realizing that he identiďŹ ed as a queer man, he ďŹ rst tried living as a lesbian and ended up dating a woman who he says was â&#x20AC;&#x153;toxically transphobic.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;She blatantly told me that I was a girl,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;During our relationship she threw out all of my masculine clothes, repeatedly told me I was a woman and made me grow out my hair and wear dresses. Any time I would bring up anything remotely masculine she would shut it down and tell me that I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a little boy and sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lesbian and can only be with women.â&#x20AC;?

He looks back on that period with mixed emotions, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I learned more about who I am not, which allowed me to have a moment one day where it became life or death.

I did not want to live as a woman anymore and I would have rather died as the authentic male version of myself. I wrote a suicide note and everything. That was the moment I knew that I needed to start living for me. I deserved better.â&#x20AC;?

Today Mason is happily engaged to a woman who supported his choice to transition and says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;have been the happiest, healthiest and best version of myself. My only regret is not ďŹ nding myself sooner.â&#x20AC;? Q

For people living in the Philadelphia area who are interested in more information or resources, there are several options for housing and counseling, including the William Way LGBT Community Center and Attic Youth Center.

Outside the region? There are a number of groups that focus on LGBT populations like The Network La Red, The Anti-Violence Project, GLBT National Help Center, and FORGE. The National Domestic Violence Hotline can be reached at 1-800-799SAFE.

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How would you describe your sound?

Nick: We tried this before, and it's hard.

We've been called a lot of things.

Dan: Indie rock.

Cole: Filthy classic.

Zach: Classic rock, rock 'n roll ďŹ lth.

Dan: We also got a balls-out indie rock.

Nick: That's probably the best.

And your music influencers?

Zach: Indie rock artists, like The Killers is a huge one, CatďŹ sh and the Bottlemen, sometimes Oasis, Pixies, and Arctic Monkeys. Pretty much the big dogs of indie rock.

What has been your coolest experience so far?

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The Morning Herald played to a small crowd at Orliebâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recently. But that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t detract from them displaying one BIG performance.

Read all about it!

Villanova startup band the Morning Herald plays the soundtrack to success

BY ANDREA CANTOR

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ut she's no big romancer. A Rocket Man without a Tiny Dancer...â&#x20AC;?

These were lyrics local band the Morning Herald sang to a sold-out crowd during a recent show at Ortliebâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Northern Liberties.

OK, sold out is a stretch.

In fact, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a complete fallacy. In all, there were about seven people, ďŹ ve of them being friends of the band. But that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop the Philly indie rock group from singing their latest single, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fall Back To Earthâ&#x20AC;? as though a mosh pit was in full steam.

Comprised of current and graduated Villanova University students, their latest song has become the unofďŹ cial anthem to the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest NCAA menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball championship win. The band encapsulates the up-and-comer motif â&#x20AC;&#x201C; strikingly talented with a unique sound that bridges clean and gritty, a solid

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set-list, successes at the start of their music journey, and majors in ďŹ nance and engineering that they hope never get put to good use.

After their â&#x20AC;&#x153;intimateâ&#x20AC;? gig, PW caught up with lead singer and guitarist Zach Leone, guitarist and back up vocalist Daniel Schmetterling, bassist and back up vocalist Cole Chebi, and drummer Nick Miller.

Is it discouraging when the turnout is low?

Cole: Absolutely â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not.

Zach: The good part about being a college band at the moment is that we have these opportunities where we can go to a basement and then we can go to a school organized event, and you have two completely different audiences. But I feel like our music can ďŹ t both vibes. It's dirty enough for the basement, but also clean and anthemic enough for a large hall.

Nick: It helps you ďŹ nd your sound too, we played shows this size and up to the big guys.

You get to play with a lot of different bands.

[At Ortliebâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s], we were sort of the headline act. I think we have a sound dirty enough and grungy enough to work with [this space], but as we said, we have cleanness too. I mean these bands are true indie rock, very hipster, very cool and calm, and we can follow them up and still feel like we belong.

Zach: I'd say last spring we opened up for Saint Motel, which was really awesome.

Those guys deďŹ nitely made us feel like we were in the big leagues, especially when soundchecking in front of them. We got in the green room with them so you got the full catering.

Cole: The lead singer offered me some of his goji berries.

Zach: It was wild. At that moment we were like "Alright, this is what could happen."

So you just released â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fall Back to Earth,â&#x20AC;? but you have a number of originals under your belt. Can you talk about your finished works?

Zach: Dan and I wrote and recorded "Undiscovered Oceans" which is the debut album. We did that for ourselves, just on the computer, learning how to mix and master in the process. That was a 12-track album. Then this past summer, starting around May, we began recording this new three-track EP called "Pure Electricity," and that was pretty much a mishmash of recording ourselves and having some outside help come in and produce. Most recently we just put out a new single "Fall Back to Earth" which we've been trying to pump up as as the Villanova Wildcatsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; anthem for their most recent victory.

How has the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reception been to the song?

Zach: It's coming along, you know people have adopted it. We made a couple hype videos during the tournament, showing a lot of video of the basketball team. Those ended up getting some traction online.

Is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fall to the Earthâ&#x20AC;? a sign that something new is in the works?

Yeah, we're still writing. We're at a point right now where we are playing a lot of shows, but we are always thinking about new songs and new material to work on.

We're also always kind of thinking about new songs and new material to work on. So we kind of put this one out just as the March Madness was going on to keep the Villanova community spirit alive.

Zach, as the lyricist, what did you have in mind when writing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fall Back to Earth?â&#x20AC;?

Zach: I always had the idea to make the song uplifting and triumphant. So I wanted to get something that was along those lines of â&#x20AC;&#x153;on the rise.â&#x20AC;? So how this idea of "Fall Back to Earth," there is a really long backstory about this Greek â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dan: Oh no!

Cole: Ephesus?

Zach: This guy named Ephesus. But that can be more, if you're interested, go to Wikipedia for that.

Dan: Yeah, just google that.

Zach: We deďŹ nitely wanted it to be about after you fall down, you can rise back up to the height that you were at before.

Nick: Chumbawamba-esque if you will.

Zach: Exactly, throw in a little Elton John.

As an up-and-coming band in the Philly area, what do you think about the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music scene?

Zach: It's been great to us so far. We're all just kind of in the same spot right now, and I think we're all just growing together.

Cole: A lot of it is uncharted. There is so much to see, so much to experience, so we are excited to keep branching out and see what we get.

Zach: What I've noticed is that it's a lot of tiny steps ... For example, with these shows at Ortlieb's, we just have a lot of people reaching out, and once that happens, we have these moments where we can expand our audience and really start to improve our sound. So I think we're still deďŹ nitely on the climb, but we've had these little moments as we go where someone in Britain will review one of our songs, and we will be like "Oh my god. What was that?!" Or opening up for Saint Motel. So it is constantly bringing more conďŹ dence to the group, and we are excited for the future. Q TWITTER: @ANDREAJCANTOR

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In a sea of male-fronted doom bands, King Woman is a refreshing change.

Lady of doom Kristina Esfandiari, frontwoman of the Bay-area band King Woman, talks about pain, religion and inspiration in wake of her Union Transfer show

BY SARAH ROSE ETTER

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ast weekend marked the return of King Woman, a shoe-gazing doom metal band that surely burst some eardrums and broke a few hearts. Fronted by Kristina Esfandiari, the band offered up its heavy sludge with a softness and sadness that was shrouded in layers of fog machine clouds.

At the Bay-area bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Union Transfer

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show, where they opened for Russian Circles, it was impossible to stop watching Esfandiari.

Her voice was low and husky â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sometimes she was whispering lyrics like incantations, then howling â&#x20AC;&#x153;You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even look at me,â&#x20AC;? into the microphone as the music swelled behind her.

At Union Transfer, the band moved through songs off of their hit LP Created In The Image of Suffering. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shameâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mannaâ&#x20AC;? were highlights of the set, with the latter closing out the show as Esfandiari writhed on the ďŹ&#x201A;oor, screaming into a microphone. Later, she tells me via text that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been battling a sinus infection on tour â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which made the performance all the more impressive.

Esfandiari told Rolling Stone a few years ago that much of her work in King Woman is informed and inspired by her experience growing up with "a charismatic Christian churchâ&#x20AC;? where she saw disturbing exorcisms and emotional manipulations at a young age. The exploration of those themes continues through the bandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; latest releases. When I ask her about religion now, she seems to have found some peace. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was a point where I was very angry and you can feel that in Doubt [the ďŹ rst King Woman EP.] Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve grown more at peace with my past and can see beauty in my expe-

riences,â&#x20AC;? Esfandiari said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made me the powerful force that I am today and I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change a thing about my story.

I suppose I was working out some of my confusion, pain and anger in song form.â&#x20AC;?

Even when the band isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t playing their own songs, there is a yearning to Esfandiari thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to look away from â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cover of The Stone Rosesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Wanna Be Adored,â&#x20AC;? the band lets the momentum build until Esfandiari is repeating the titular lyric with a desperation that will stick in your head for days. Similarly, the song â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hierophant,â&#x20AC;? one of the bandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; most compelling, sees Esfandiari repeating lyrics that become hymns turned on their heads. Lyrically, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s often exploring themes of religion gone wrong or love turned sour, but she does so with a sparseness that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turn melodramatic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Usually, when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m writing lyrics, it all comes from my soul. I just write what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m feeling or a word catches my attention and I have to work through it. It all feels very natural, intuitive,â&#x20AC;? Esfandiari told me. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I also like the idea of turning something fucked up [like religion] into a beautiful song or bringing scriptures to life through a song, putting my own spin on it. Somehow it makes me feel like Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve reclaimed something lost. It feels nice to manipulate the scriptures that were once used to manipulate me.â&#x20AC;?

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a part of me that wants to get inside of Esfandiariâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head, so I ask her who has been inspiring her lately â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the list is dynamic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been reading a book called Ecstasy thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about reconnecting with myth and Gods, mainly Dionysus. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m also really inspired by the artist Noelia Towers, who is on tour with us. Everyone should check her out,â&#x20AC;? Esfandiari said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Also my friend Nedda Afsari is an amazing photographer.

I just did a Goddess-inspired photo shoot with her for a project she is working on. It felt very empowering and sexually charged.

Films? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m on a Wong Kar-wai kick.â&#x20AC;?

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always been drawn to the band largely because of Esfandiariâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strange, vibrant poise. In a sea of male-fronted doom bands, she is a refreshing change â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at turns manic, head-banging, and intensely longing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It took me a while to get out of my shell [on stage]. But once I realized I was a performer, it just kind of spilled out naturally,â&#x20AC;? Esfandiari said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a very animated individual. My two favorite performers are Yves Tumor and Nick Cave. Performing feels like bliss. I feel so much love for the crowds, and I just want to experience connection ... share it with the people in the room. Sometimes I play shows and I just think to myself, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Wow these people took time out of their schedule just to experience this.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s humbling.â&#x20AC;? Q

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Police officers stood outside the Starbucks branch at 1801 Spruce Street while protesters rallied inside on Monday, April 16.

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The arrest of two Black men at a downtown Starbucks last week launched Philly into the national spotlight â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and highlighted a problem that extends far beyond coffee shops

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rinted on the glass window next to the entrance of the Starbucks at 1801 Spruce St. is a gently phrased list of store rules. No excessive loitering. No excessive noise. No disruptive profanity. No â&#x20AC;&#x153;activity that is inconsistent with the general purpose of our store, which is shopping and dining.â&#x20AC;?

But an employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attempt to enforce corporate rules on April 12 has ironically led to even more disruption at the Rittenhouse branch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and an apology tour for the company CEO.

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Screenshot of the viral video that captured the arrests on April 12.

On Monday, April 16, throngs of protesters, politicians, reporters, police ofďŹ cers and bystanders gathered at the coffee shop for the second day of rallies in response to the arrest of two Black men in the store four days prior.

A viral video depicted at least half a dozen police ofďŹ cers escorting the two would-be customers out of the store in handcuffs. Their only crime: They were waiting on a friend to talk business, according to multiple reports, and they hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ordered anything in a timely enough fashion for the store manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Today, Black men in the city and across the country know that thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another action added to the things you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;while Blackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; getting a cup of coffee,â&#x20AC;? Jack Drummond, director of Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OfďŹ ce of Black Male Engagement, said in a statement.

The arrests have prompted national outrage and a ďŹ&#x201A;urry of mea culpas from the international coffee giant, which cleared $22 billion in sales last year. The store manager who phoned the police for the two men has since left the company in what is being called a â&#x20AC;&#x153;mutualâ&#x20AC;? decision. Meanwhile, Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson ďŹ&#x201A;ew to Philly to meet with city ofďŹ cials â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and is reportedly trying to meet the two men who are arrested.

At the 18th & Spruce Street coffee shop during Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daylong rallies, protesters seized the moment to highlight that the arrests are just part of a larger problem with how people of color are policed across the city. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bigger than Starbucks,â&#x20AC;? Deandra Jefferson, an organizer with the Philly Coalition for R.E.A.L. Justice, told a roomful of about 40 protesters and reporters, through a microphone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They continue to show us how they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want us in their spaces anymore.â&#x20AC;?

Jefferson and other speakers touched on numerous issues, like redlining and gentriďŹ cation to militarized policing, that continue to dictate Black life in cities across the country.

Some had words for local politicians â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like City Council President Darrell Clarke â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for what they saw as support for gentriďŹ cation in predominantly Black neighborhoods.

Many who werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afďŹ liated with the organizing groups, like Rocky NegrĂłn, also took a chance to speak at the rally, criticizing those who fail to see the problem exempliďŹ ed by the arrests. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen ďŹ ve people come in since weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been here and complain that they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get their Macchiato,â&#x20AC;? NegrĂłn said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fuck you!

People are getting arrested in these stores.â&#x20AC;?

At one point during Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s protests at the store, a confrontation erupted between a middle-aged white man walking his dogs down the street and another white man who was supporting the demonstrators. Cops stood by ready to intervene, but the scufďŹ&#x201A;e didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last long. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We get involved when they lay hands,â&#x20AC;? one ofďŹ cer told an onlooker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they want to yack at each other, let â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em yack.â&#x20AC;?

The police response to the arrests has also drawn heavy criticism. After the videos went viral, PPD Commissioner Richard Ross issued

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Facing national outcry, Starbucks announced that the store manager who made the 911 call had left the company in a mutual agreement. a statement on Facebook defending the of- Black. But the Rittenhouse Square area where the men were arrested lies in a ZIP ďŹ cersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; decision to make the arrests. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important to emphasize and under- Code that is 79 percent white and just 6 perscore that these ofďŹ cers had legal standing to cent black. The Starbucks debacle is far from make this arrest. In short, these ofďŹ cers did the ďŹ rst to highlight the fraught race relations absolutely nothing wrong,â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ross said in a in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wealthier central districts. (Revideo. He also noted that, as a Black man, he call, in 2016, when nightclubs in the Gayboris aware of implicit bias â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and his ofďŹ cers are hood faced backlash after attempting to ban clothing associated with Black culture.) trained heavily in racial proďŹ ling.

Following a meeting with Starbucks CEO But critics argue the problem stems deeper Kevin Johnson, Mayor Jim than obeying policies.

Kenney said the CommisNancy K. Baron-Baer, sion on Human Relations, Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regional the Police Department, and director for the Anti-Defthe Police Advisory Comamation League, called for police to undergo furmission would continue ther training. reviewing the policy deciâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Systemic racial dissions that led to the arrests crimination and structurâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; including general pracal biases in our country tices for ofďŹ cers handling are real and have devasbusiness-related disputes in tating outcomes,â&#x20AC;? Baronthe Center City area.

Baer said in a statement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All parties agree that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nobody should have the outcome of this incito fear using a place of dent was extremely unforâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; DEANDRA JEFFERSON, AN ORGANIZER WITH public accommodation tunate and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why we THE PHILLY COALITION FOR R.E.A.L. JUSTICE because of the color of are reviewing the incident their skin.â&#x20AC;? seriously,â&#x20AC;? Kenney said.

The reality, as many â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is not just a Starhave since pointed out, is that two white men bucks issue. This is a societal issue. People would have able to wait in the store for their can react differently to others based on skin business associate without raising the suspi- color, and that is wrong. We have work to cions of store management â&#x20AC;&#x201C; let alone war- do, and we need to do so productively."Q ranting a legion of armed police ofďŹ cers.

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pher Chen is opening the world premiere of his latest show, which has been described as a fantasia on â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Passage to India,â&#x20AC;? E.M. Forsterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic novel of British imperialism. The show runs through May 13. | 7:30pm. $25, general admission. $10, industry and student.

The Wilma Theater. 265 S. Broad St. wilmatheater.org

DATING

NE Philly Speed Dating 60+

Warm up those lonely hearts with the rising temps. Live a little and maybe meet that special someone. Hosted by Ditch the ProďŹ le, join other singles ages 60 and up for speed dating and drinks. Afterward, keep the conversations and the drinks ďŹ&#x201A;owing with a social mixer. | 7-9pm. $25. Grey Lodge Pub, 6235 Frankford Ave. eventbrite. com/e/ne-philly-speed-dating-60-tickets44435247020?aff=efbeventtix

THEATER

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Blithe Spiritâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

For a night at the theater, come see this classic comedy-farce. A mystery writer who wants to learn more about the occult invites a professional spiritualist to his house. But a botched sĂŠance produces the ghost of his long-departed ďŹ rst wife, who is determined to play havoc with her husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. The show runs through April 29. | 8pm. Prices vary. The Stagecrafters Theater, 8130 Germantown Ave. thestagecrafters.org/blithe-spirit

MUSIC

ART

Fishtown Print Workshop

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What to do in & around the city

Philadelphia Science Festival Philadelphia Science Festival is about to come to a boil â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 212 degrees fahrenheit or 100 degree celsius if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking water â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with a weeklong celebration of science, engineering and technology.

So tap into your mad scientist side and participate in lectures, debates, hands-on activities, special exhibitions and other informal science education experiences. With activities ranging from beginner to advanced, young to old, all can get nerdy with science!

April 20-28. Times vary. Prices vary. Locations vary.philasciencefestival.org

Celebrate Fishtown by printing your very own Fishtown stationery! You and your friends will learn about the history of the letterpress while you mingle and get your print on. Choose from a variety of tie-dyed paper, Kraft or heavy stock, to personalize your own neighborhood swag. | 6-8pm. $30. The Common Room, 1509 N. Front St. eventbrite. com/e/fishtown-print-workshop-tickets44782044300?aff=efbevent

THURSDAY, APRIL 19 COMEDY

ART

Modern Times: American Art 1910â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1950

From the Charleston to swing, dance on through the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Modern Timesâ&#x20AC;? with artists Georgia Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Keeffe, Marsden Hartley, Jacob Lawrence and others who revolutionized form and function. The exhibition highlights the early 20th century, which was marked by great strides in art, technology and society.

The exhibit runs through Sept. 3. | 10am8:45pm. $20, general admission. Discounted tickets available. Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. philamuseum.org/exhibitions/866.html

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THEATER

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ÂĄBIENVENIDOS BLANCOS!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;WELCOME WHITE PEOPLE!â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

You guys know Fringe Arts hosts Fringelike shows year-round, right? Come see the preview of this coy, subtitled show that looks at the history of exploitation, race and embargoes between two-close-but-not-so-close neighbors: Cuba and the United States. The show runs through April 28. | 8pm. $20, general admission. FringeArts. 140 N. Columbus Blvd. fringearts.com

THEATER

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Passageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Obie Award-winning playwright Christo-

Violinist Vadim Repin plays 20th-century masterpiece, ProkoďŹ evâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;First Violin Concerto.â&#x20AC;? Maestro Denève performs a Philadelphia premiere of Guillaume Connessonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Flammen Schrift (Flaming Letters).â&#x20AC;? She will also pay tribute Richard Straussâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;? Death and TransďŹ gurationâ&#x20AC;? and Ravelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;La Valse.â&#x20AC;?

The performance runs through April 21. | 7:30pm. Prices vary. Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center, 300 S. Broad St. kimmelcenter. org/events-and-tickets

THEATER

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ANDREA CANTOR | @ANDREAJCANTOR

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18

Prokofiev and Ravel

Frankie Quinones

Frankie Quinones brings a his cast of characters in a performance compared to a oneman variety show. He has performed for our troops overseas in Japan, Europe and the Middle East and has toured with some of the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most respected headliners, including Craig Robinson, Paul Rodriguez and Eddie GrifďŹ n. He can be seen on Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, Funny Or Die and SeeSo. The comedian has performances through April 21. | 8pm. $18.50. Punchline Philly, 33 E. Laurel St. punchlinephilly.com

Theater Exile has been in exile for several months now following the abrupt sale of its South Philly home base. But fret not, the company is still busy at work and will be opening a new play at the Latvian Society this April.

Two broken families come together to help one another, but are soon put to the test by their newfound explosive relationships. | 7pm. $10. Latvian Society. 531 N. 7th St. theatreexile.org

YOGA

Wissahickon Warriors Yoga

Get into that vinyasa ďŹ&#x201A;ow. Do downward dog and reach your higher self. Please bring your own mat and water. All participating yogi warriors receive a post-class pint. | 6pm. $15. Wissahickon Brewing Company, 3705 W. School House Lane. wissahickonbrew. com/

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FRIDAY, APRIL 20 MOVIE & LIVE PERFORMANCE

ART

Philly Pop-up Art Exhibit

Forget the spring cleaning and have some fun shopping locally. The night will feature 30 artists living and working in city of Philadelphia. Prepare yourselves for live art, live music, complimentary wine and a live painting competition! | 7-11pm. $10, advance. $20, door. Open Space, 1014 N. Marshall St. phillyartshow.com/rsvp.html

MUSIC

Biscuits â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Rocky Horror Picture Showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Disco You can bet your biscuits, this is going to Give yourself over to absolute pleasure and journey to the sexually liberating world of Transylvania. Watch the 1975 cult classic â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Rocky Horror Picture Showâ&#x20AC;? with a live shadow cast performance by TNP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Phillyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Own Rocky Horror Cast. Get ready to do the Time Warp! | 11:30pm-2am. $10.25. Ritz at the Bourse, 400 Ranstead St. landmarktheatres.com

be one fun night! Disco Biscuits play a distinct blend of rock, techno, jazz, soul, blues and classical music. Since forming in 1995 at UPenn, the band has risen to the top in the jam-roots-groove scene. The Magic Beans will also be taking the stage. | 8pm. $36. The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St. thefillmorephilly. com/EventDetail?tmeventid=0200542CC31 2688D&offerid=0

COMEDY

MUSIC

Philly Loves Prince

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just want your extra time and your kiss.â&#x20AC;? Spend your extra time with Prince and celebrate the music of the icon who passed away two years ago. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Purple Rainâ&#x20AC;? Prince songs all night long! | 9pm-2am. $10. Johnny Brendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 1201 Frankford Ave. johnnybrendas.com

SATURDAY, APRIL 21 FESTIVAL

Riverfront North â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Earth Day Festival

In celebration of Earth Day, come for a day of outdoor cleanup, environmental demos, vendors and activities. There will even be a free yoga class. | 10am-4:30pm. Free admission. Lardnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point Park, Levick Street. eventbrite.com/e/riverfront-north-earthday-festival

Andrew Schultz

Andrew Schulz is a brash, streetwise New York City comic who knows how to deliver the goods. Outside of his stand-up work, Schulz is known best for his regular appearances on MTV2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hit shows â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guy Codeâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Girl Code.â&#x20AC;? In Philly until Saturday, Schulz currently serves up hot takes on the top-rated podcast â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Brilliant Idiotsâ&#x20AC;? alongside radio personality Charlamagne Tha God. | 7:30pm.

10pm. $22, general admission. $30, reserved.

Helium Comedy Club, 2031 Sansom St. philadelphia.heliumcomedy.com/events/22157

MUSIC

One Man Show of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Jesus Christ SuperStarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Who needs a whole cast for the classic rock opera when you have EJ Simmons to play all the parts? Get ready for one night, one man and 12 guitars! | 8pm. $12. Gloria Dei (Old Swedesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) Church, 916 S. Swanson St. facebook.com/events/2083439561682418/

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FOOD

Sourdough Workshop

(Image: Sourdough) Always wanted to make your kitchen smell like a bakery? Learn how to cultivate and maintain a sourdough starter, develop recipes and properly prep and cook the dough, all in a way thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designed for the home bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s setup. All participants of this workshop will receive 30 percent off any beverage for the evening. | 3-5pm. $50. La Colombe Fishtown Cafe, 1335 Frankford Ave. lacolombe.com

MARKET

Rittenhouse Square Farmers Market

With more than 25 local farmers and food artisans, you are sure to ďŹ nd all the fresh ingredients you need. Shop among seasonal fruits and vegetables, herbs, ďŹ&#x201A;owers, plants, succulents and honey, plus sweet and hard cider from several local farms. Buy sustainably raised meats, poultry and eggs. From farm-

stead cheeses to baked goods, ďŹ ll your pantry and fridge with cleaner foods. | 10am-2pm.

Rittenhouse Square, 18th and Walnut streets. farmtocity.org

ART

Opening Festival: Middle East Galleries

Come to the two-day festival to celebrate the opening of Penn Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Middle East Galleries. Enjoy live performances, markets and arts events celebrating the range and diversity of Middle Eastern tradition and innovation. Journey through Mesopotamia, and discover how ancient societies led to the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst cities. A 4,500-year-old crowning jewelry of a Mesopotamian queen, one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest wine vessels and a babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rattle are just some of the 1,200 items visitors can see.| 10am-3:30pm. Free with admission. $15, general admission. Discounted tickets available. Penn Museum, 3260 South St. penn.museum/calendar/eventdetail

SUNDAY, APRIL 22 ART

The Philadelphia Antiques and Art Show

For three days this spring, visitors can explore works of art and design spanning four centuries at the 56th Philadelphia Antiques and Art Show. Sixty-one of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most

distinguished dealers will showcase some of the ďŹ nest examples of 17th century through 20th century furniture, paintings, jewelry, crafts, silver, textiles, porcelain and other works. Proceeds from the event jointly beneďŹ t the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Penn Medicine. | 11am-8pm. $20. The Navy Yard, S. 11th St and Kittyhawk Ave. philadelphiaantiquesandartshow.com

ANNIVERSARY

Museum of the American Revolution: Celebrating One Year

Celebrate the anniversary of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;shot heard â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;round the worldâ&#x20AC;? that ignited the Revolutionary War as well as the Museum of the American Revolutionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one year anniversary.

The whole weekend will be ďŹ lled with live ďŹ fe and drum music, cake and more. On Sunday, the Philadelphia Orchestra will have an afternoon music performance inspired by artifacts in the museum. | 10am-5pm. Free with general admission. Museum of the American Revolution. 101 S. 3rd St. amrevmuseum. org

MARKET

Philly Vegan Pop Flea â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mother Earth Market!

Celebrate Earth Day with your friendly neighborhood vegan pop-up market. Shop local vegan and veg-friendly vendors. Act locally, think globally! | 1-5pm. Free admission.

Tattooed Mom, 530 South St. eventbrite. com/e/philly-vegan-pop-flea

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MUSIC

Roy Wood$: Say Less Tour

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Say Lessâ&#x20AC;? and listen more â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to good music that is! Take advantage of the last bit of weekend before going back to the grind with Canadian rapper Roy Woods. | 8pm Prices vary. TLA, 334 South St. venue.tlaphilly. com/EventDetail

FOOD

GAMES

Ramen Super Bowl Challenge 2018

Use your noodle, do you think you can handle the ramen? If you can eat all of the vegetarian or meat ramen soup bowl for six in under 45 minutes (broth excluded), you only have to pay $1 for the soup and you receive an â&#x20AC;&#x153;Underdog Winner T-Shirtâ&#x20AC;?! But if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ďŹ nish, you have to pay $59.88.

Eaters can take on The Ramen Super Bowl Challenge throughout April. | 11am-9:45pm.

Winners pay $1. Losers pay $59.98. Sangkee Noodle House, 3549 Chestnut St. sangkeenoodlehousephiladelphia.com

MOVIE

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Always Sunnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quizzo

The Gang does a Quizzo Night! Always wanted to be part of the Paddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub crew?

Answer questions about Sweet Dee, Dennis, Charlie, Frank, Mac and the rest of the raunchy showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s characters and antics. Get excited for the Game of Games â&#x20AC;&#x201C; well, hopefully without emotional battery. | 8pm. Free.

Roy-Pitz Barrel House, 990 Spring Garden St. roypitzbarrelhouse.com

FOOD

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;An Act of Defianceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; THEATER

LITERATURE

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Magdaleneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Coming off a delightful Fishtown-themed show about pervasive technology in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fringe Festival, Tribe of Fools returns with a one-woman show about Mary Magdalene. Come to closing night of the show that stakes a new claim for Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; most inďŹ&#x201A;uential follower who was never formally recognized as an apostle. | 2pm. $15. Adrienne Theatre.

2030 Sansom St. tribeoffools.org

YOGA

Yoga at Palmer Playground

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the start of the workweek get you down. Tap into your chi and ďŹ nd your zen at this weekly yoga class. Bring a mat or borrow one, and join Roots2Rise teacher Maripat for a good stretch. Perfect for all levels! | 6:307:30pm. $5. Palmer Playground, 2951 Comly Road. roots2rise.org

MONDAY, APRIL 23 ENVIRONMENT

Macro to Microenvironments: From planets to microbes and molecules

Environments have a large impact on our everyday lives, even if we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realize it. We also shape the environments around us, be it locally or globally, or on a macro or micro level. For the opening night of Taste of Science, scientists will discuss research on changing water patterns in Mongolia, how infectious diseases spread, body odor as a meter to detect identity and health, and the microbiome! | 6:30-9pm. Free. Franky Bradleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 1320 Chancellor St. tickettailor.com/events/ tasteofsciencephiladelphia

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Come see Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival CineMondays 2018 Centerpiece Film â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act of DeďŹ ance.â&#x20AC;? Based on true events, this award-winning historical thriller follows the fate of Nelson Mandela and his inner circle of Black and Jewish anti-Apartheid ďŹ ghters after their arrests during a raid in Rivonia, South Africa, the summer of 1963. | 7pm. $15. The Gershman Y, 401 S. Broad St. pjff.org/anact-of-defiance/

Leslie Jamison | â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Recoveringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Leslie Jamison is the author of the bestselling essay collection â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Empathy Examsâ&#x20AC;? and the novel â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Gin Closet.â&#x20AC;? She is a columnist for The New York Times Book Review and a professor of nonďŹ ction writing at Columbia University. In her new book, Jamison synthesizes memoir, literary criticism and cultural history in a reinvention of the addiction and recovery memoir. | 7:309pm. Free. Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St. libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/ event/72362

TUESDAY, APRIL 24 THEATER

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Sound of Musicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hills are alive with the sound of musicâ&#x20AC;?! Watch the beloved musical about the story of Maria and the von Trapp family.

The enchanting Tony-, Grammy- and Oscarwinning show will run through April 29. | 7:30pm. Merriam Theater, 250 S. Broad St. kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets

Pastry Workshop: Contemporary Cupcakes

Spice up boring traditional cupcakes with this workshop. Learn unique and new recipes, including chocolate chip cannoli and lemon meringue cupcakes! | 7-9:30pm. $75. The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, 4207 Walnut St. store.walnuthillcollege. edu/community-education

CARNIVAL

St. Gregoryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Carnival

Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ready for the carnival? Get ready for all the classics, including games, rides and food. The carnival will be running through April 28. | 6pm. Prices vary. 8701 Ridge Ave. houghtoncarnival.com

GAMES

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Avengersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quizzo

Excited for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Avengers: InďŹ nity War?â&#x20AC;? In anticipation of the franchiseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest ďŹ lm to hit theaters, come for an Avengers trivia showdown!

With every $12 domestic pitcher, you and your Avengers squad will get a free order of wings!

There are winners at the end of each round with prizes every time. As Loki says,â&#x20AC;? In the end, it will be every man for himself.â&#x20AC;? Do you have what it takes? | 7-9pm. Free. Tavern on Broad, 200 S. Broad St. tavernonbroad.com

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 MUSIC

WXPN Welcomes George Ezra

Get over hump day with the English singer, songwriter and musician. The 24-year-old singer has made waves in several countries with his hit single â&#x20AC;&#x153;Budapestâ&#x20AC;? and debut studio album â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wanted on Voyage.â&#x20AC;? Now he is touring with his second album, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Staying at Tamaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.â&#x20AC;? | 8pm. $30. The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St. thefillmorephilly.com/EventDetail

FITNESS

Spring Training: City Fit Girls Running Club

Grab the gal pals for an evening run. Each and every Wednesday, lace-up your running shoes for a 3-5 mile trek through Center City. City Fit Girls is an all-levels running and ďŹ tness community for women. | 6:30-7:30pm. Free. Dilworth Park, 1 S. 15th St. cityfitgirls.com/philadelphia/

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MUSIC

Philly Celebrates Jazz | Warren Oreeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble

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Philly Celebrates Jazz presents the Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble, featuring Warren Oree.

The genesis of the Arpeggio sound was created in 1979 by bassist Oree. The group has become a permanent segment in the inďŹ nite collage of jazz music. | 6:30-7:30pm. Free.

Falls of Schuylkill Branch Library, 3501 Midvale Ave. arpeggiojazzensemble.com/

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THEATER

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Catch 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

To the plot of his encyclopedic classic â&#x20AC;&#x153;Catch 22,â&#x20AC;? Joseph Heller famously drew out one of the most intricate character maps in 20th century literature. Come to the preview of Hellerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own stage adaptation of his work to see the bewildering cast of characters brought fully to life. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this one, West Philly. The show runs through May 19. | 8pm. $25, adult. $20, senior. $15, student.

Curio Theater Company. 4740 Baltimore Ave. curiotheatre.org

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FOOD

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m all that and Dim Sumâ&#x20AC;?

Learn to fold and make scrumptious dumplings; vegetarian and meat ďŹ lled, traditional and modern; steamed, pan and deep fried. Get ready to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;stuffedâ&#x20AC;? with a feast of succulent â&#x20AC;&#x153;pockets of goodnessâ&#x20AC;?! Wine and a fruit and herb infused beverage will be served. | 7-9:30pm. $75. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cultivate Food, 4658 Umbria St., Manayunk. lcfcatering2.wixsite.com/lcf-catering/events

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Down There DAN SAVAGE Background: I, a 21-year-old male, enjoy receptive ďŹ sting. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also had constipation problems all my life. Question: I saw my doctor recently, and he tried to link my enjoyment of anal sex to my constipation. (Granted, I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell him EVERYTHING I do down there.) My understanding was that there was no causal relationship, assuming no serious injuries occur.

Is there something I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know? Was my doctor just trying to be helpful? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fearing Inner Sanctum Tarnished â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are many myths about anal sex, but this is the ďŹ rst time Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard this one,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Peter Shalit, a physician in Seattle and a member of the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also the ďŹ rst time Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard anyone associate ďŹ sting with constipation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; typically when ďŹ sting is mentioned in the same sentence as constipation, FIST, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as a cure. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a myth that ďŹ sting cures constipation, of course, along with anal sex being inherently dangerous. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fisting is a safe activity, provided that both the top and bottom are sober at the time,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Shalit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It does not cause damage or constipation or any other type of bowel problem.

The same applies to other anal sexual activities including anal receptive intercourse (getting fucked) and use of toys (dildos, vibrators, etc.) for anal stimulation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; again assuming this is voluntary on the part of the bottom and that both partners are not under the inďŹ&#x201A;uence of mind-altering drugs during sexual activity.â&#x20AC;?

(For safetyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sake, of course, buttfuckers should use condoms and gay and bi men get should get on PrEP).

While many people engage in anal play while under the inďŹ&#x201A;uence of drugs or alcohol, and most emerge unscathed, uninfected and un-constipated, FIST, getting fucked up before ďŹ sting is not a butt sex best practice. A fuckedup top can quickly become an out-of-control top, and a fucked-up bottom can be numb to feelings of discomfort that mean â&#x20AC;&#x153;slow down,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;stop and add more lube,â&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;stop altogether.â&#x20AC;?

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anal play does irreparable harm to the anus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or the soul â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and that sadly includes many doctors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a misconception that these activities can cause damage by stretching or tearing the tissue, when actually the anus is very elastic and much of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;permission to enterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; actually involves intentional relaxation of the muscles by the bottomâ&#x20AC;? and not force applied by the top, Dr. Shalit afďŹ rmed. (The top applies gentle pressure, the bottom breathes, relaxes and opens up.) â&#x20AC;&#x153;If a person suffers from constipation, that should be addressed as its own problem and not blamed on any type of anal sexual activity,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Shalit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition: For obvious reasons, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not fun to bottom if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re constipated, so it would be good to have this problem evaluated and treated by a nonjudgmental health-care provider who understands that anal penetration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; by ďŹ st, penis or dildo â&#x20AC;&#x201C; does not cause constipation.â&#x20AC;?

Finally, FIST, your doctor was misinformed, which is not helpful. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel comfortable telling your doctor EVERYTHING youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing â&#x20AC;&#x153;down there,â&#x20AC;? you can ďŹ nd a new doctor â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one you can breathe, relax and open up to (in a different way) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; under â&#x20AC;&#x153;ďŹ nd a providerâ&#x20AC;? at GLMA.org.

My boyfriend and I just got back from Berlin, and we had a great time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; until the last night. There was a dark room in the basement of this gay bar, and my boyfriend wanted to check it out and I did not. We are monogamous for now â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m open to opening things up down the road â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see the point of going down there. I told him that drunk in a gay bar at 3 a.m. wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the right time to open up our relationship, and he angrily insisted he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t trying to do that. But if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re monogamous and want to stay monogamous, why go into a dark room at all? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dude Into Monogamy If it was your boyfriendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intent to reopen negotiations about monogamy while horny men circled you in a dark room, DIM, that wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be OK. But it is possible for monogamous couples to enter sexually charged environments like dark rooms, sex parties or swingers clubs and emerge with their monogamous commitments intact. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advisable even â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or at least Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve advised monogamous couples who want to keep things hot to visit those kinds of spaces. Go in for the erotic charge, soak it up, and plow that energy into each other. You might have to bat a few hands away, but once the other guys realized you two werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there for anyone else, they would have turned their attentions toward someone else. Q

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$499,900 NEW LISTING CALLOWHILL This spacious corner loft features exposed brick and columns, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;+ ceilings, 11 massive windows, a kitchen with marble counter tops and marble tile backsplash, a stainless steel island, stainless steel appliances, and original hardwood floors. There is plenty of storage, including the full wall of built-in closets with custom fittings

$339,000

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UNDER CONTRACT SOCIETY HILL Stunning new construction home featuring an open concept living and dining space with dark hardwood floors and a beautiful European kitchen with quartz counters. This home offers a built-in speaker system, a built-in smart home system, and a WIFI-booster throughout. Enjoy all 4 outdoor spaces and a 1-car garage. 10 Year tax abatement

$1,350,000

NEW PRICE OLD KENSINGTON Bright corner condo featuring a spacious open floor plan with extra windows, a modern kitchen with lots of cabinets, ceramic tile, stainless steel appliances, and beautiful granite counters. Enjoy the large patio with paver bricks and a wall partition. Convenient and secure gated parking. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

$227,900

POINT BREEZE Completely renovated from top to bottom. This home features a beautiful kitchen with white quartz counters, GE stainless steel appliances, a large island that doubles as a breakfast nook, and warm grey-toned kitchen cabinets.

This 2 bedroom, 2.5 baths home features hardwood floors and recessed lighting throughout.

Enjoy the large backyard with a flower bed

$379,000

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