Layer it on (or chop it off).
DISCOVER
Desert Jewels
What: A new exhibit of jangly, intricate jewelry from the 19th and 20th centuries looks right on trend.
Why: We wish the gift shop sold the coral- and coin-laden necklaces.
When: Thru Dec. 5.
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, Perelman Bldg., Fairmount Ave., at Pennsylvania Ave. (215-763-8100). Admission is $8.
EXPLORE
Manayunk EcoArts Festival
What: Get schooled on sustainable living, peruse wares by local artisans, and enjoy complimentary mini makeovers and chair massages at Art + Science.
Why: Use the carbon footprint calculator to see how ecofriendly you truly are, Miss Granola.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Main St., b/t Lock St. & Leverington Ave. Admission is free.
MINGLE
The Philadelphia Collection
What: Trunk shows, stylish movie screenings (The September Issue, The Philadelphia Story), and loads of fashion-centric events to support the local shopping scene.
Why: Get a dirt-cheap blowout ($15) to ensure you look sleek.
When: Thru Oct. 2.
Where: Event locations and schedule online at thephiladelphiacollection.org. Blowouts at Richard Nicholas Hair Studio, 1716 Sansom St. To make an appt., call 215-567-4790.
SNIP
Locks of Love
What: If you’ve got at least ten inches of hair to spare, head to Salon Vanity by Edmondo Blando for a free cut and style — you know those Rapunzel-like locks would make a perfect sassy bob.
Why: Stylists even kick in their tips to charity.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 1701 Walnut St., 3rd flr. To make an appt., call 215-925-2211.
Photo: Karen L. Willis / Museum for African Art / Courtesy of Philadelphia Museum of Art
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