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This Issue 09/29/2005

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Australian Wine

Tasting

Independence Seaport Museum

211 S. Columbus Blvd. and

Walnut Street

Thu, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., $65

(877) GEHRIG-1

Offering over 200 wines, the Australian Wine Bureau is interested in getting Philadelphians really blitzed. Well, that, and it's a lot easier to get people to give money after a few drinks. Enjoy the weather on the beautiful waterfront and pretend you're a lot wealthier than you are as you sip wines you've never heard of with a bunch of wine-making celebrities (yes, they exist). Just tell Ma and Pa it's for charity-- net proceeds benefit the ALS association.

The Gathering

The Rotunda

4014 Walnut Street

Thu, 10 p.m. ‹¨« 2 a.m., free

(215) 573-3234

Break dancers can seem a little daunting. The way they defy gravity, contorting their bodies into those moving human sculptures is pretty mind-blowing. But it is awesome to watch. And no place does it better than The Gathering at The Rotunda. They also have open mic, live band, and freestyling rap battles. 8 Mile has nothing on these guys.

Cause for Fashion Fundraiser

32 Degrees Lounge

16 S. 2nd St.

Thu, 8 p.m. - 11 p.m., $25

(215) 627-3132

In the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, everyone is looking for ways to help out. Some people feel good about selflessly giving a few bucks to whatever random frat is collecting money on the Walk, but others want something out of the deal. If you're sick of those people who make LiveStrong bracelets for every cause ever, then maybe the Fashion Fundraiser to benefit the Red Cross is more up your alley. Bid on clothes from local boutiques and help save stranded cows in Louisiana.

Swan Lake

Kimmel Center

260 S. Broad Street

Fri, 8 p.m., $10-$108

(215) 893-1999

www.kimmelcenter.org

Most ballets never make it to the popular radar. I mean, the Pennsylvania Ballet also performs 11:11 and Red Angels -- has anyone outside of the world of ballet ever really heard anything about these? But Swan Lake, now that's a different story. We're talking about a ballet that was even adapted into an animated version. You know you've made it when you become a cartoon.

Distressed Fridays

Denim Lounge

1712 Walnut Street

Fri, 9 p.m., $10

(215) 735-6700

www.denimlounge.com

Slip on your favorite pair of Sevens (or Levi's) and head over to Denim Lounge's Distressed Fridays. Indulge yourself by shaking your hips (or subtly nodding your head) to some dance music and end the night by passing out in the comfort of your own bed. There's an open bar from 9-10 p.m. to add to the enjoyment of the first (or second or third) night of your weekend.

Electronic Music and Art Festival

The Rotunda

4014 Walnut Street

Fri, 3 p.m. - 11 p.m., Sat, 1 p.m. - 12:30 a.m., Sun, 1 p.m. - 11:45 p.m., free

(215) 573-3234

www.foundationarts.org