They've Got Your Horse Right Here
Follow the rest of the action-packed road to the Triple Crown at the Center City Turf Club with the Preakness Stakes on May 17 and the Belmont Stakes on June 7. Also, Monday-Friday, stop in for happy hour— $2 draft beers from 5-7pm and 1/2 price on selected appetizers from 4-7pm.
Center City Turf Club, 1635 Market Street, 215.246.1556, www.philadelphiapark.com

Learn on Every First Wednesday
Play the night away at Please Touch Museum's First Wednesdays with $2 admission for adults and children from 5-7pm. Explore all they have to offer with a special night and price on May 7, June 4, July 2 and August 6.
Please Touch Museum, 210 N. 21st Street, 215.963.0667, www.pleasetouchmuseum.org

Everything You Wanted to Know About Tequila But Were Afraid to Ask
On May 8 at 7pm, join Tequila's for "The True History of Tequila" with anthropologist Rodolfo Fernandez Jimenez. Guests will enjoy a three-course feast while they listen to insights on the origins of tequila. $45 per person, reservations recommended.
Tequila’s Restaurant, 1602 Locust Street, 215.546.0181, www.tequilasphilly.com

Town Home Introduces Gratitude, Etc.
On May 8, join Town Home as it celebrates the introduction of the Gratitude Etc. Jewelry collection— handcrafted, 18K and 22K gold, diamond and colored gemstone pieces designed in collaboration with jewelry designer Stephanie Albertson. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served at 6pm and 10% of the proceeds from any purchases on May 8 will benefit 3 organizations— Living Beyond Breast Cancer, The Laurel House and Women’s Way.
Town Home, 126 S. 19th Street, 215.972.5100, www.townhomeonline.com

Celebrate the Grape
Philadelphia magazine and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board present the Seventh Annual Philadelphia Wine Festival, May 10, 6:30-9pm, benefiting The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The tasting features nearly 200 of the world’s finest wineries, sharing samples of their selections with festival attendees. Guests will interact with winemakers, presidents and brand ambassadors of wineries from Canada to South America, Australia to New Zealand to the Pacific Northwest and many points in between, on hand to answer questions and discuss their wines. Guests will enjoy signature dishes from some of Philadelphia’s finest restaurants including: Di Bruno Brothers, Fleming’s Steakhouse, The Restaurant School and Penne Restaurant and Wine Bar. There will be an on-site auction. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board will operate an on-site store specifically featuring wines sampled at the event, including many that are hard to find or not available for purchase in Pennsylvania. $125 per person.
Philadelphia Wine Festival, Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, 800.595.4TIX www.philadelphiawinefestival.com

Mother's Day at Le Bec-Fin
Chef Georges Perrier, of Philadelphia’s legendary 5-star restaurant Le Bec-Fin, is proud to announce a special three-course brunch for those who matter most, on May 11, 11:30am-2:30pm. Chefs will prepare selections from Le Bec-Fin's new spring menu, starting with a first course of classic brunch appetizers, fresh pastries and a made-to-order omelet station served buffet-style. The main course, chosen from a select a la carte menu, will be plated and served at your table. To complete the meal, choose something sweet from Le Bec-Fin’s celebrated dessert cart. A special mimosa and Bloody Mary menu will also be available. $54 per person, not including tax, gratuity or beverages. Reservations necessary.
Le Bec-Fin, 1523 Walnut Street, 215.567.1000, www.lebecfin.com

Jazzy Mother's Day
Tavern 17 presents a Mother’s Day brunch buffet with live jazz from 11am–4pm. The menu includes peel and eat shrimp and Caesar salad, an omelet and waffle station and the grand buffet that includes grilled sirloin medallions, tilapia, crab and asparagus crepes and more. A glass of champagne is also included. Reservations are strongly advised and large parties are welcome. Seatings available at 11am, 1 and 3pm. $39.95 per adult and $19.95 per child (3-12 years).
Tavern 17, 220 South 17th Street, 215.790.1799, www.tavern17restaurant.com

Mother's Day at the Chez Colette
On Mother’s Day, show your mom how much you love and appreciate her— honor her with a scrumptious brunch, while listening to the sounds of our Live Jazz Duo, May 11, 12-3:30pm. No one deserves the royal treatment more than she does. Adults $48, children 12 and under $24. Taxes and 20% gratuity will be added.
Chez Colette - Sofitel Philadelphia, 120 South 17th Street, 215.569.8300, www.sofitel.com

My, But There Are Certainly a Lot of Dining Options on Mother's Day
On Mother’s Day, Tokyo Hibachi Steakhouse & Sushi Bar is offering 20% off when you dine in. Plus, every mother has a chance to win a valuable door prize during her visit.
Tokyo Hibachi Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, 1613 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, 215.751.9993, www.tokyo1613.com