The People of Ethiopia, a photographic journey by Alden Blyth, is on display at Bus Stop Boutique. The intimate shop carries lines from around the world and has unveiled the eco-ethical urban men and women's Oliberte Footwear made in Ethiopia.

Through May 28

Throughout the month of May, join the Vivant Art Collection in celebration of Haitian Heritage Month with these events:

Sidewalk Sales

Saturday May 15 - Sunday, May 16

Salon Series Perspective: Cultural Conversations

Thursday, May 20

Libertie: Rebuilding Our Legacy with Unity

City Hall

Friday, May 21

Season of the Arts: Summer in Philadephia

2010 Art Auction & Campaign Launch

Thursday, May 27

In the last three decades Philadelphia has become firmly established as a foodie destination, with star chefs, celebrity restaurateurs, and mom and pop BYOBs attracting national praise and recognition for the city's dining scene. The Philadelphia History Museum at the Atwater Kent explores this restaurant renaissance with a special event, Three Decades of Dining in Philadelphia: the 80s, 90s and 00s.

Moderated by Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Michael Klein, this thought-provoking discussion will feature a panel of Philly's top restaurateurs: Jack McDavid of Jack's Firehouse; Ellen Yin of Fork and Fork:etc;and Steven Cook of Xochitl, Zahav, Percy Street BBQ, and formerly Marigold Kitchen.

Admission is free to Philadelphia History Museum members and just $5 for the general public at Reading Terminal Market, 6-7 p.m. on Thursday, 5/20.

Seating is limited; so RSVP today to Jennifer Pratt at 215.685.4825 or jennifer.pratt@philadelphiahistory.org.

Celebrating its 40th Anniversary Season, the Philadelphia Dance Company—lovingly referred to as Philadanco—was founded by the indomitable Joan Myers Brown, who has worked to ensure dancers of color receive equal opportunity to work in a professional company.  Philadanco is known for its high-energy performances, skilled dancers and dedication for preserving African-American traditions in dance.

Join dancer and Philly 360° Creative Ambassador Chloé Davis for an evening performance at the newly renovated Baptist Temple at Temple University for a must-experience event.

A guitarist whose skillfully blends elements of soul, pop, jazz, folk and Latin music, Raul Midón is an internationally-recognized artist known to break out in mid-performance to showcase his mouth horn techniques.  Catch his engaging performance at World Cafe Live before it sells out.

Mo’Nique comes to Philly on her ‘Spread The Love Tour’ to dish out jokes that’ll make you laugh till you cry and then some. Catch her and her BET late night talk show pals Rodney Perry and Tone-X at the Liacouras Center at Temple University for a night of pure comedy.

Legendary roots reggae band Steel Pulse takes over the stage at The Trocadero, with guest band Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad.

Radio One Music & Entertainment Conference

PHILLY 360° EVENT

Calling all aspiring singers, actors, fashionistas, music moguls of tomorrow, and anyone who likes the red carpet experience! The third annual Radio One Music & Entertainment Conference is coming back to Philly with a star-studded lineup of celebrities and workshops, all under one roof. This year’s headliner is none other than global producer, rapper and entertainment executive Jermaine Dupri.

And the conference is so jam-packed with star power that it’s been moved from its previous digs to the Pennsylvania Convention Center to accommodate the masses. Attendees will get exclusive access to some of the biggest stars in the entertainment industry and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to ask questions and show off their creative talents – two conference-goers will even walk away with record deals!

Want to win tickets to the Hip Hop workshop, featuring artists Jim Jones, Maino, JayGrand, Philly’s own Meek Millz and Cassidy and industry J Records executive Geo Bivins?

The first 4 people to sign up for the Philly 360° e-newsletter will win 2 tickets to the workshop and a chance to network with influential people in the music industry.  Email to sign up today!

The conference spotlights some of the most powerful names in entertainment across six workshops covering Hip-Hop, Fashion, R&B, Inspiration, Business of Music, and Listen & Critique. The celebrity and industry people leading workshops include:

12:00 – 2:30 pm

R&B Workshop

Panel Line Up: *Marsha Ambrosius, Stephanie Mills, Michael Bivins, Ginuwine, Teairra Marie, Eric Roberson

Fashion Workshop

Panel Line Up: Jerris Madison, Neil Mautone, *Rakia Reynolds

Listen & Critique Workshop

Panel Line Up: Carvin & Ivan, 9th Wonder, Omarion, Shadow Stokes, Marques Houston, Sebastian Richards

3:30 – 6:00 pm

Hip-Hop Workshop

Panel Line Up: Jay Grand, Geo Bivins, Meek Millz, Cassidy, Jim Jones

Inspiration Workshop

Panel Line Up: Hezekiah Walker, Yolanda Adams, Tye Tribbett, Vickie Winans, Byron Cage, Myron Butler, Bebe Winans, James Fortune

Business of Music Workshop

Panel Line Up:, *Marc Byers, Dee Sograhm, Ira Dewitt, Jojo Brim, Juliet Jones, Larry Khan, Mike Macarthur

6:00 – 7:00 pm

Jermaine Dupri feature workshop

*Philly 360 Creative Ambassador

Tickets are limited and can be purchased for $35 per workshop at www.ticketmaster.com.

Behind the Scenes: PHILLY 360°® Heineken Greenroom

Philly 360°® is proud to bring you exclusive behind the scenes footage of the Radio One Music & Entertainment Conference via the Heineken Greenroom. Follow us on Twitter @Philly360 for your digital backstage pass.

A new exhibition at the William Way Center, Beyond Bayard tells stories from the Black gay and lesbian community from a number of inspirational leaders and community organizations. The exhibition paints a broader picture of the black social scene through an examination of bars, social groups and local press. Rare documents, magazines, personal photographs, and ephemera from the John J. Wilcox, Jr. Library and Archive make up the majority of the content of the exhibition which is supplemented by personal items from community members.

Through June 26

Sun Ra Arkestra Celebrates Maestro Marshall Allen’s Birthday

Ars Nova Workshop presents a very special performance of the Sun Ra Arkestra in celebration of the 86th birthday of Marshall Allen and the 96th anniversary of Sun Ra’s arrival on Earth.