Corey Don and Paul Hazen are the bar team at Philadelphia’s worst kept secret, The Velvet Whip. Together they have tackled numerous high end cocktail events such as Twist, Tits and Tins, CDH and many others. Collectively they bring over 15 years of fine tuned cocktail creation and a passion to pass along what they have learned. Welcome to your beginning. Welcome to Cocktails 101.

ALL LEVELS WELCOME!

Interested in learning portrait painting but feeling or not sure where to start?

Join Odeon Arts & Culture Series on Sunday, June 23 9am-5pm with internationally celebrated painter Kerry Dunn for a full day portrait painting workshop at Prism Arts Gallery.

About Kerry Dunn:

An internationally celebrated painter who moved to Philadelphia many years ago, Kerry Dunn has been an active lecturer and painting in the art world. You might find Karry during normal hours teaching as an instructor at Studio Incamminati, best known for its founder Nelson & Leona Shanks.

WORKSHOP PROGRAM & SCHEDULE

WHERE: Prism Arts Gallery Philadelphia

prismartsphiladelphia@gmail.com

(215)-645-2796
1021 Hamilton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123

WHEN: Sunday, June 23rd 9am-5pm

• Workshop starts at 9am

• Lunch 12-1pm

• Afternoon session from 2-5

PLEASE BRING WITH YOU:

• Paint

• Easel

• Brushes

• Solvent/Brush Cleaner

• Cleaning Rags or Paper Towel

PROVIDE BY WORKSHOP:

• Breakfast Bagels and coffee

• Stools for sitting

• Painting reference

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4pm Sunday June 19th

REFUNDS: Refunds available 3 days before workshop (9am Thursday June 20th)

Join Odeon & SAIKA Cafe for Philly Book Tour on Sunday June 9th!

When: SUNDAU, JUNE 9TH 1PM

Where:

1. Wooden Shoe Books and Records

2. -Atomic City Comics

3. -Head House Books

4. -Mostly Books

5. -Brickbat Books

6. -Garland of Letters

Free Gifts from Some Book Store! Small group, RSVP your space now

About this event

• Please purchase "Rope Jam" ticket if only coming to tie.

• Please purchase "Drawing Ticket" if coming for life drawing (you can still partake in rope jam after 9:30)

Life Shibari figure drawing workshop is going to be led by artist, Stevie Laney. Open to all levels. We will be joined by 2 life drawing models and their tying partners

- If you are an experienced artist, this is your opportunity to enjoy capturing the moments at your pace.

- If you are more a beginner artist, we will have Stevie provide guidance.

- Purchase tickets under legal name.

- Proof of identity is required at the door. NO exceptions!

This event will be in place of June’s Pinion.

- We will not be offering our 101/102 classes.

- The event will include BOTH life drawing and a rope jam for those who are not interested in participating in the drawing aspect.

- Life drawing will be set up around one the corner rigs.

- Other than where the chairs will be placed, the rest of the space will be available for rigging & floor work.

SCHEDULE:

- 7 PM. Doors close at 8 PM (unless an exception is approved)

- 7:30 -9:30: Guided Life Drawing

- 7:30-11 PM:Rope Jam. Artists are welcomed to stay around for unstructured drawing of tying humans.

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

Guided Life Drawing 7:30-9:30 PM

- Session 1 is "gestures" and is designed for the attendees to warm up their muscles and their brains. This session is about drawing rough shapes quickly. No time for details. This is highly dynamic. Lots of transitions. Each position is held for 30 seconds to one minute. Typically 10-12 transitions.

- Session 2 is slightly more static poses for 2 to 4 minutes each position. This is still dynamic and often intense on the person in rope. 5 to 7 transitions, often making the final two poses the longer four minute holds. The purpose of this session for the attendees is to allow them to get line weights worked out in their shapes and start working in some shading.

- Session 3 Is typically a partial suspension or complex a floor tie. The goal here is to give the attendees 20 minutes to really sketch in some detail and good shading. All sessions but especially this session is prefaced with the safety and comfort of the person in rope. It could be one 20 minute hold or two 10 minutes hold with a break in the middle to reset. Or four 5 minute sittings.

Rope Jam 7:30-11 PM

- NOTE: This is not a k*ink but a Shibari & art event. It’s open to anyone 18+ in the art community. No kink play, no bottoms nudity allowed

- BYOB for those drawing 21+ only.

- Dry and sober rules apply if your are participating in the Rope Jam portion of the event.

- If you are new to tying at The Nest, please read rules and waiver.

MATERIALS:

- Please bring what you’re most comfortable drawing with.

- We are providing models, guidance and space.

- You bring the art materials

PHOTOGRAPHY for rope jam only. Photography rules for the drawing will be covered at the event:

- You are welcome to take photos of your antics. Please gain specific, EXPLICIT consent of everyone in frame, including when, how, and where the photo is to be shared. If posting to IG, please tag @TheOwlsNestGroup

REFUNDS:

Unfortunately, tickets are not refundable or transferable if you are not able to attend.

We are committed to providing a safe space for 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. We support shared values of Inclusivity, Consent, and Respect for all people from all walks of life, backgrounds, gender orientations, and sexual identities.

(POSTPONED!!!)

DUE TO ILLESS, THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE RESCHEDULED TO ANOTHER DATE! WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR THE CHANGE!!!

Odeon Social is thrilled to annouce an intro to DJ class taught by @ladyprowwl Prowwl is on da way! 💜🪩
This class is open to all levels, with a suggested donation of $10-15 a person!

Date- Tuesday, May 21st

Time- 7:30pm
Location - Eraserhood

Suggested Donation- $10-$15/person

FLAMENCODANZA
Presented by Aylin Bayaz, Raul Mannola

Performance show ~ Tuesday, May 14th at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Buy Tickets Here

Workshop ~ Friday, May 17th at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (limited spots only) Buy Tickets Here

Performance show ~ Friday, May 17th at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Buy Tickets Here

Very excited to be hosting these award winning performers, again, at Prism Arts Philadelphia in May. This time they will be doing two shows and also a workshop.

Please check the ticket links for further details.

About the Artists

Aylin Bayaz, contemporary Flamenco dancer based in Sitges, Spain. She trained at the Amor De Dios studios and performed in “tablaos flamencos” in Madrid, and later moved to Barcelona to complete her MA in Dance at the Institute of the Arts in 2018. Her duo show “Flamencodanza” -Best show of dance and physical theatre, Hollywood Fringe 2022, Fringe 2023 Award for Artistic Merit, was premiered in Avignon, France in 2021. She has toured internationally as a solo dancer accompanied by excellent Flamenco artists e.g. Antonio Sánchez, nephew of late Paco de Lucía. She has taught Flamenco courses at the Institute if the Arts Barcelona and the MOVEIT Show, London.

Raul Mannola, Buenos Aires 1963, is a Flamenco guitarist with a jazz background, he studied with flamenco guitar master Manolo Sanlúcar. He has dedicated more than 30 years to the study of flamenco guitar and released 10 solo albums. The album “Clear Dawn” with his Jazz fusion group “Aurora Clara” received excellent reviews internationally. He worked as a flamenco guitar teacher at the Madrid Music Conservatory during 10 years.

Here’s what others have to say about them:
Award-winning performance “Flamencodanza” - an inspired, powerful and elegant show of Flamenco dance and guitar.

“A Platinum medal for Flamencodanza” www.thetvolution.com L.A
“An audience favourite”
Hudson Theatre, Hollywood
-Award “Best show of dance and physical theatre” Hollywood Fringe 2022
-Fringe 2023 Award for Artistic Merit

 “A performance packed with passion, elegance, inspiration and breathtaking beauty. The magic of the music and dance allow the audience to take a breathtaking journey.” Broadwayworld.com 

Flamencodanza is a duo collaboration that started five years ago at the Avignon Festival in France. Different elements fuse together in a unique manner producing an award-winning show with beauty and inspiration. Elements of Flamenco, Brazilian music and jazz give the music a variety of colours. The contemporary flamenco dance is made of strength, elegance and beauty. 

Source: https://www.eflamencodanza.com/

“a bird never flew on one wing”

located in the same building in Olde City Philly, Sassafras bar & Record48 are two upcoming cool spots for jazz, vinyl and meeting people. Join us on the 16th at 6pm for a little adventure!

FREE RSVP, SIGN UP NOW!

FLAMENCODANZA
Presented by Aylin Bayaz, Raul Mannola

Performance show ~ Tuesday, May 14th at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Buy Tickets Here

Workshop ~ Friday, May 17th at 5:30pm - 6:30pm (limited spots only) Buy Tickets Here

Performance show ~ Friday, May 17th at 7:30pm - 8:30pm Buy Tickets Here

Very excited to be hosting these award winning performers, again, at Prism Arts Philadelphia in May. This time they will be doing two shows and also a workshop.

Please check the ticket links for further details.

About the Artists

Aylin Bayaz, contemporary Flamenco dancer based in Sitges, Spain. She trained at the Amor De Dios studios and performed in “tablaos flamencos” in Madrid, and later moved to Barcelona to complete her MA in Dance at the Institute of the Arts in 2018. Her duo show “Flamencodanza” -Best show of dance and physical theatre, Hollywood Fringe 2022, Fringe 2023 Award for Artistic Merit, was premiered in Avignon, France in 2021. She has toured internationally as a solo dancer accompanied by excellent Flamenco artists e.g. Antonio Sánchez, nephew of late Paco de Lucía. She has taught Flamenco courses at the Institute if the Arts Barcelona and the MOVEIT Show, London.

Raul Mannola, Buenos Aires 1963, is a Flamenco guitarist with a jazz background, he studied with flamenco guitar master Manolo Sanlúcar. He has dedicated more than 30 years to the study of flamenco guitar and released 10 solo albums. The album “Clear Dawn” with his Jazz fusion group “Aurora Clara” received excellent reviews internationally. He worked as a flamenco guitar teacher at the Madrid Music Conservatory during 10 years.

Here’s what others have to say about them:
Award-winning performance “Flamencodanza” - an inspired, powerful and elegant show of Flamenco dance and guitar.

“A Platinum medal for Flamencodanza” www.thetvolution.com L.A
“An audience favourite”
Hudson Theatre, Hollywood
-Award “Best show of dance and physical theatre” Hollywood Fringe 2022
-Fringe 2023 Award for Artistic Merit

 “A performance packed with passion, elegance, inspiration and breathtaking beauty. The magic of the music and dance allow the audience to take a breathtaking journey.” Broadwayworld.com 

Flamencodanza is a duo collaboration that started five years ago at the Avignon Festival in France. Different elements fuse together in a unique manner producing an award-winning show with beauty and inspiration. Elements of Flamenco, Brazilian music and jazz give the music a variety of colours. The contemporary flamenco dance is made of strength, elegance and beauty. 

Source: https://www.eflamencodanza.com/

Gaiwan Tea Class

Sun May 5, 2024 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us Sunday, May 5th 11:30 am to 1 pm for a Gaiwan tea-making class. Learn how to use a traditional gaiwan to brew tea with Tea Sommelier Ryan Baker of "The Tea Side of Life". Tea will be provided by tea connoisseur Austin's Tea. 

This first class will be a free event in collaboration with ODEON Social Club, SAIKA Cafe events, and Philly Asian Queer (PAQ). Please RSVP to reserve your spot! Only 12 seats are available!

What is a Gaiwan? A lidded bowl typically made from ceramic or porcelain used to brew tea on the classic Chinese method.

Address: 319 N 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Accessible SEPTA lines:

• BSL: Race & Vine Station

• Regional: Jefferson Station

• 61 bus to 11th & Callowhill

• 45 bus to 12th & Vine

IMPORTANT: please keep in mind that there are limited space available for attendees, even if the event is free, if you are not able to attend the event after the RSVP, please notify the organizer immediately, so others on waitlist can take your spot. Attendees who register and fail to show up without notifying the organizer will be banned for future events. Let's be courteous to each other and keep the good things going.

🦉ODEON APOCALYPTIC SURVIVAL SERIES🦉

#(1) Urban Foraging with Lady Danni!

When: Saturday, May the 4th 10am-Noon

Where: Cosmic Cafe (1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130-1002)

Group Size: Max 10 people

Cost: $26/person (with Odeon Community discount)

Workshop objective: We’ll begin discussing the plants most people dismiss that appear along with grass. We’ll then climb the rock staircase and across the top of the hill and then take the trail that runs parallel to the Kelly Drive. That trail ends at the bottom of Lemon Hill which we’ll climb towards Lemon Hill Manson and then follow it around until we reach Sedgely Drive and follow it back to the starting point, so it’s large loop.

Route: The route will begin at the bottom of Lemon Hill at the corner of Kelly & Sedgeley, directly across from our meeting spot of Cosmic Cafe.

Please read: Participants will need to be able to climb two flights of steps, one moderately steep incline/gill, and one narrow trail that may have rocks or roots under foot. none of it is particularly arduous, but I like to put that out for people that may have mobility issues.

About Lady Danni:

Hi I'm Lady Danni, and for those of you who are just joining me, thank you very much for finding me and following me. Appreciate that! Whenever new people follow me, I kinda wonder what they expect, but here's what you're going to get, and that is just somebody that loves weeds.

Now, I came into this a little bit later in life. I started on this path as I was becoming more and more disgruntled at work, I started to do a few things with my soap making, and that lead into aromatherapy, which lead to herbalism and then I started foraging and this is where I am now. And where is that? Basically it's a process where I keep learning about the benefits of things you're generally stepping over, or ripping out and just calling weeds. You see, just because you call something, something, doesn't mean that's what it is.And people underestimate weeds, or if there's no information about a certain plant, will say that has no value. And it may have great value, you're just not aware of it.

Email: Ladydanni@landedgentress.com

IG @ladydanni1

About Odeon Apocalyptic Survival Series

Odeon Apocalyptic Survival series aims to bring forth various of survival related workshops to teach people with little to no survivalist exposure. The workshop focuses on Sourcing Food, Sheltering, Practical skills, mental strength training, etc.

TO MAKE YOGA CLASS ACCESSIBLE, ODEON TEAMS WITH PRISM ARTS PHILADELPHIA TO PROVID YOGA CLASS AT A DISCOUNTED RATE EVERY MONTH.

• 5 people only (Must RSVP in advance with Odeon)

• $12/ person(without RSVP with Odeon is $20-25 per person per class)

• RSVP Cut off is 3 days before the class (3PM 4/25)

• No refund if cancel less than 3 days before class

• Waitlist available

*Please consult with your doctor if you have any physical concerns with walking steps, or with any balanced based trainings before RSVP.

*Refund policy: No refund if cancel less than 3 days before class, but can be extended to1 future class

Have a piece of precious heirloom but can’t wear it out? Join Odeon Jewelry Workshop with Midnight Ruby to re-create a piece of art with existing parts, or make something completely new!

Midnight Ruby is an experienced jeweler and practicing witch, bringing her hands on knowledge and skills to walk you through the process of creating your own piece of jewelry with the intentions you want to bring into your life this season!

Class participants are encouraged to bring any heirloom jewelry sitting in their jewelry boxes, spare earrings, vintage pendants, or any special piece that we can incorporate into a new piece they create in class!!

Class info:

Date: Sunday, March 17th

Time: 2pm-4pm

Class is approx 2 hours

Location: VELVET WHIP CLUB (Center City near 11th & Vine Street)

Parking: FREE PARKING ON SITE

INCLUDED:

• Materials including selection of crystals, dried flower pendants, jewelry making tools and findings to create a magical pendant necklace to make and take home

• Complimentary champagne or wine

• Nickel free metals

• Tutorials on the basic tools and findings to create quality jewelry with ease

• Upscale studio space exclusively set up for the workshop

Rittenhop is a FREE weekly outdoor dance right in the heart of Philadelphia!

This coming Friday, March 15th, Rittenhop is having a dance on the 2nd floor of Rosy's Taco Bar accompanied by Drew Nugent and the Midnight Society as their guests for the evening. The venue has a nice wooden floor and good dance space but it's not the largest. The food and drinks are super tasty.

There will be a one-hour beginner lesson from 7-8pm so if you've never danced before we'll get you started!

ODEON MEMERS HAVE THREE FREE RESERVED TABLES ! JUST JOIN US!

(Regular Tickets is $10 in advanced and $15 at the door for NON-ODEON attendees.)

Want to check out the new hot spot but haven’t had a chance??

Join @odeonsocialclub for the March Mixer at @midnightandthewicked_ on Friday, March 8th at 8pm!

About the venue:

“-Step back in time to the roaring twenties at Midnight & The Wicked, a jazz lounge hidden in the underground of a historic Philadelphia building. This speakeasy-style establishment pays homage to the city’s legendary bootleggers who kept spirits flowing during the 18th amendment’s reign.

🍸🍸🍸🍸🍸🍸

Midnight & The Wicked offers four unique spaces. Experience live music and one-of-a-kind mixology as you lose yourself at the glamour and excitement of the 1920s at Midnight, The Vault, and The Crimson Theater, or indulge in the forbidden pleasures of a bygone era at The Wicked.”

RSVP NOW OPEN! Don’t miss out!

MUST BE 21+ WITH ID

RSVP CUT OFF IS WEDNESDAY MARCH 6TH!

CALLING ALL QUEER FEMMES, DYKES & THE LIKE FOR THIS DJ + VENDORS + TAROT READINGS + GAY STUFF!

• DRESS UP IN YOUR MOST FLABBERGASTING ATTIRE! Ex) Wear a couch, be naked covered in glitter, cosplay your fav character, stick googly eyes on your nips...we don't give a fuck - just come as your BOLDEST self.

• Prizes awarded to the most daring ensembles!!!

• What is a Siren, you ask?  The Lore is a toss up between a woman with bird-like characteristics (wings, claws, etc.) and a predatory mermaid (you know the drill); either way these fantastical creatures have been known to lure their prey to their demise through their cunning femme flair and ethereal music.

• So which is it - bird lady or feisty mermaid? ...Why not both? We think whoever was lucky enough to catch a glimpse ran before they could see the whole thing. After all, history often likes to withhold information and slice the power of influential feminine beings in half.

• Assignment: Let’s draw the whole picture. Then make it GAY. The Bolder The Better. <3

• Held at your fav speakeasy - The Velvet Whip!

• Accessibility Info: No masks/negative covid tests required so considered "high risk event", patrons required to go up/down stairs and navigate some overhead pipes to access venue, 2 bathrooms available on site with 1 located up a flight of stairs

• Secret location revealed with ticket purchase!

MUST BE 21, BRING YOUR ID!

REFUND POLICY:NO REFUND FOR THIS EVENT

READY FOR A BOARD GAME NIGHT?

MEET AT QUEEN & ROOK CAFE!!

Queen & Rook Game Cafe is Philadelphia’s #1 rated and award-winning board game cafe with a full restaurant and bar, a retail game shop, events, and youth programming. With the upcoming expansion into a larger space, wood fired pizza, and the addition of a retro video game arcade, Queen & Rook aims to offer one of the most unique and fun experiences in the region.

Date: Thursday February 22nd

Time: 6:15pm -8:15pm (Please note, there is a two hour seating limit)

Cost: $12/ person to RSVP for the large seating table

WHAT’S COVERED:

• Odeon reserved seating for the limited hours

• Any board game or book

WHAT’S NOT COVERED:

• Drinks or food ordered by group individual

Join us for a pre-valentine Philly candy store hunt for some deliciousness sweets!

Singles, couples welcome! Group size is limited, must RSVP in advance!

MEET UP

This 2.5 mile long private tour is hosted by Philly Rail Park starting from 2700 Pennsylvania Ave to 1100 Callowhill Street.

*This is a 10 people only group and must be reserved in advance, cost is $10/ person must be paid in advance*

This 2-2.5 hour, linear tour will be approximately 3 miles in length, beginning at 2700 Pennsylvania Ave and ending at Phase One of the Rail Park at 1100 Callowhill Street.

Meeting point is 2700 Pennsylvania Ave

Meeting time is 11am Sunday, February 4th!

Don’t miss out being outdoors and bring in the present!

Please carry but not be on your devices or scrolling during the walk

We will have Polaroid for everyone!