This Week In Philly

this week in philly

Get out and warm up by getting out and about at these upcoming events! Whether it’s dancing with the Mummers or singing your heart out at upcoming concerts, we want to hear about how you’re spending #ThisWeekInPhilly.

Monday, February 18

  • Join OnPoint Nutrition’s team of registered dietitians and nutritionists as they host Ways to Practice Mindful Eating. This workshop will teach you the ins and outs about eating mindfully and how to deal with stress in a healthy way.
  • Feel empowered by joining Samantha Rucker at Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books for “Enough is Enough.” This discussion is focused on women of color healing and letting out rage in respectful constructive ways
  • Spice up your typical Monday night dinner at Wine School of Philadelphia’s Cooking Class with Wine Pairings. Learn from top chefs how to craft satisfying and impressive meals and pair them with the perfect glass.

Tuesday, February 19

  • Switch up your workout and head to Center City Fit, presented by Rothman Orthopaedics. This free weekly afternoon skating workouts will be led by professional Optimal Sport 1315* trainers.
  • You’ve heard of BYOB, now learn how to BYOM- Bring Your Own Marketing! Join IBA’s Women in Business program for a night of networking. Make connections and grow your business at this safe and empowering reception at SPiN.
  • Get ticket to see singer and dancer DaniLeigh perform at the Trocadero Balcony.
  • Philly DevOps is holding its February meeting at The Comcast Center. This presentation will go through best practices, tips and solutions to make your applications more resilient and reliable within today’s distribution environments.
  • Grab tickets to Kreative Adventures’ Terrarium Party: Pick Your Own Planter. Learn to make a unique terrarium at Redz Bar and Grill. All instruction and materials are included, plus a free drink!  
  • Cheer on the Flyers playing the Tampa Bay Lightning at 7 pm at the Wells Fargo Center.

Wednesday, February 20

  • Celebrate women making a difference in our community at Joan Shepp’s Women of Style and Substance. Enjoy drinks, food and fashion with some amazing women!
  • Valentine’s Day was last week, but there’s always time to love yourself and your purpose!  Philadelphia Women’s Network Connection is presenting Fall in Love with Your Business. Learn to bring new opportunities and networking to grow your business among other like-minded individuals.
  • The Met Philadelphia hosts critically acclaimed single-cam comedy Schitt’s Creek: Up Close & Personal. This series features comedy legends and Emmy Award-winning actors Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, and Chris Elliott.
  • See British singers, Jacob Banks and Jamie N Common perform at Union Transfer.

Thursday, February 21

  • Cheer on the Philadelphia 76ers play the Miami Heat at home at the Wells Fargo Center at 7pm!
  • Get ready to lose your mind at the Liacourus Center during Allison Wonderland and Dillon Francis’ performances.
  • Radio 104.5 presents LA native singer/songwriter Donna Missal performing at Johnny Brenda’s in Fishtown.

Friday, February 22

  • Did someone say… margaritas? Celebrate National Margarita Day at Landmark Americana Tap and Grill with $3 dollar margs all day long!
  • Broadway Philadelphia is showing Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella. This Tony-Award winning broadway musical is being shown at The Academy of Music until Sunday. Get your tickets to see an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations, and all of your favorite fairytale moments.
  • F45 Training is coming to Center City Philadelphia and hosting free fitness classes to celebrate! See what they’re all about at a free bootcamp class at Endeavor Athletic’s boutqiue.
  • Pay-what-you-wish for the Dinos after Dark exhibit. This event at The Academy Of Natural Sciences will have family activities and the Dino Drafts Beer Garden in Dinosaur Hall.

Saturday, February 23

  • Celebrate with the Philadelphia Mummers at their Mardi Gras Festival. This day-long celebration brings the pageantry of NOLA to South Philly. The family-friendly day is complete with face painting, costumes, and so much more fun!
  • Wine and dine in support of Philadelphia’s favorite landmarks at the 2019 Party for the Market at Reading Terminal Market. Sample delicious foods from more than 30 of your favorite merchants, enjoy open bar, bid on amazing silent auction prizes, and more.
  • Chatayee Thai* wants to see you on the dance floor at High Life Party. Get up and dance to special blend of deep house, Afrobeat, Latin rhythms, and dance classics.
  • Kids ages ages 5 to 12 (and their caregivers) are invited to Donut Making for Families with Federal Donuts chef Matt Fein! They’ll explore ingredients, a from-scratch perfect batter, and the frying process with hands-on time to decorate.
  • Watch all the excitement of live boxing at The Met Philly’s new series Bouts On Broad.
  • Explore the “why” behind self-healing at Redefining Success: A Women’s Workshop. Hear wellness stories while learning about self-healing techniques and mind/body movement methods in an empowering environment.
  • Watch the 76ers play the Portland Trail Blazers at 1pm at the Wells Fargo Center.

Sunday, February 24

  • It’s the last day to enjoy ice skating at the Rothman Orthopaedics Rink at Dilworth Park from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Show a SEPTA Pass or SEPTA Key will receive $1 off ice skating admission.
  • Unwind and wake up with KG Strong at Bok’s Yoga Breakfast Club. After the hour long yoga sesh, enjoy bottomless mimosas and a continental breakfast.
  • Connect with women at Women’s Circle Workshop and relax from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

* Optimal Sport 1315 and Chatayee Thai  are clients of Philly PR Girl.