The 10 best things to do in Philly this week

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(Community) This family-friendly evening at the museum gives you an all access pass to the museum’s signiature and special exhibits. Explore and satisfy your inner science nerd, then head to grab a drink at the Dino Draft Beer Garden in Dinosaur Hall. This event is pay what you wish, with a $10 donation suggested. (Jan. 27, 4-8p.m. 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., ansp.org)

(Seasonal) Take in all of the beauty of winter in Chestnut Hill with ice sculptures, winter activities, restaurant specials and more. World-renowned ice sculptor Peter Slavin and Ice Sculpture Philly will be there alongside live music performances, street curling, and a snowflake selfie station. (Jan. 27-28, various times, Germantown Ave. between Rex Ave. & W. Willow Grove Ave., chestnuthillpa.com)

(Community) Come get a taste of Northern Liberties’ food scene with two weeks full of dining and deals. Almost 25 eateries will be offering $10 and $15 lunch deals in addition to $15, $25 and $40 three-course dinner menus. Grab a friend or dine solo and take advantage of these delicious deals. (Jan. 27 - Feb. 5, various locations, explorenorthernliberties.org)

(Community) Dog parents, this one’s for you. Grab your beloved furry family members and head to Craft Hall for a night of cocktails, mingling with other dog owners and fundraising. Saved Me Rescue will be on site with dogs up for adoption, in case you’re ready to grow your furry family. Proceeds from the evening will benefit Saved Me Rescue. (Jan. 27, 7-10p.m., 901 N. Delaware Ave., crafthallphilly.com)

(Community) Upgrade your plant collection and your vintage record collection at the same time. Pack up a plant you’d like to swap, or any plant supplies and accessories you’d like to trade. Then come shop for some new green babies to bring home and browse through vintage records. (Free. Jan. 28, 1431 N. 52nd St., 11a.m. - 4p.m., eventbrite.com)

(Outdoors) Lunar New Year celebrations are continuing this weekend. Head to the Rail Park for free family-friendly activities, refreshments and a lion dance performance by the Philadelphia Suns. (Free, Jan. 28, 1-3p.m., 1300 Noble St., therailpark.org)

(Community) This annual celebration brings the most innovative and dynamic car creations to Philadelphia. Stop by to get a close up of hundreds of cars featuring everything from the most exotic to classic vintage cars. This year’s convention will feature a vehicle test track and another track with a simulated off-road experience. (Jan. 28 - Mar. 5, 1101 Arch St., phillyautoshow.com/)

(Theater) Missed your chance to catch this show after its sold out run? Not to worry, Hedwig is back in Manayunk for an encore run. This show, in which Hedwig tells her dynamic story, is a wild ride that will leave you feeling hopeful and inspired. ($20-30, Jan. 28, 7p.m., 7 Lock St., eventbrite.com)

(Theater) This one-man show by award-winning poet and actor Javier Avila explores the American Latino experience through comedy and poetry. This performance delivers a powerful message on diversity, inclusion, race and representation. (Jan. 28, 7:30-9:30p.m., 4261 N. 5th St., esperanzaartscenter.us)

(Comedy) Start your week of with some joy and laughter with this lineup of open mic local comedy. This show is open to all to watch and perform, with sets going every 3 minutes starting at 9p.m. and longer sets starting at 10p.m. Parking is free and the cover charge is waived, so bring your crew and come ready to laugh. (Free, Jan. 30, 8p.m. - 2a.m., 102 W. Girard Ave., eventbrite.com)