We hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend! Get back into the groove of things by joining in on events happening around you! Keep reading to get the low down on virtual and in-person events you can sign up for This Week In Philly.
Monday, July 6
- This Monday, learn the ultimate tips to growing your garden out of containers with the PHS Beginner Food Growing Workshop Series. The event starts at 4 p.m., it’s free, and all are welcome! What’s better than that? Sign up online here, Happy Gardening!
- Franklin Square is reopening today at noon! Play some mini golf, enjoy the carousel, and watch the park’s new fountain show! All while social distancing, of course. Find out more information and hours online here.
- Splash around in the Philly Spraygrounds that are turning on today at 3 p.m.! Restrictions will be in place including capacity limits and 6-foot spacing requirements.
Tuesday, July 7
- Healthy Minds Philly is offering a weekly online workshop of Virtual Adaptive Yoga! Participants of all abilities are welcome, and it’s free! Don’t forget to pre register here so you can learn new yoga postures, breathing techniques, and mindfulness activities at 10 a.m.!
- Your children do not want to miss Brandywine’s Virtual Summer Art Camp! Youth ages 9-14 will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in creative projects facilitated by museum educators every morning at 10 a.m.! Register online here and check back for schedule information and details of supplies.
- NextFab is hosting a Covid-19 Design Challenge online webinar series for designers and thinkers of Philadelphia to come together and create innovative and safe solutions for our post-coronavirus world. Join in for the three part online series starting today at 10 a.m. Sign up online here. *
Wednesday, July 8
- You do not want to miss out on PWNC Foundation’s 6 Series Business Workshops! Listen in at 7 p.m. to hear entrepreneurs share their stories and knowledge on public speaking, leadership training, podcasting, and much more! Sign up online here.
- Head over to The Franklin Institute today for their reopening with new safety guidelines, of course. There will be a new exhibition debut, The Presidents by Madame Tussauds, featuring life size wax figures of every American president, as well as historical leaders such as Benjamin Franklin, and Rosa Parks. Purchase your tickets and find out more information online here.
- Join in with DivaGirl Philly’s Online Monthly Meetup to meet members, build connections, and support other women with a Love and Leadership Discussion by Tiffaney Whipple. DiveGirl Philly is a community that empowers women with their workshops, seminars, fitness classes, and conferences. Have fun and become a leader today at 6 p.m.! Sign up online here.
Thursday, July 9
- It’s time for three rounds of Chardee MacDennis at It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Trivia via Instagram LIVE! Grab your friends and family, and tune in at 7:30 p.m. strictly for your entertainment!
- The Philadelphia Zoo is officially reopening to the public today! Reservations are required and the indoor animal exhibits will remain closed. You can reserve tickets online here!
- Join the Free Library of Philadelphia at 3 p.m. to read to a therapy animal friend from PAWS through a live video conference! Reading to a dog can help children develop the confidence and skills they need for public speaking and reading aloud! Register online here.
Friday, July 10
- Join the DG Footlights Philadelphia’s Online Theatrical Festival of 10-minute plays over three days, celebrating the work of twenty-two dramatists! The event starts today at 7:30 p.m. and you can register online here for free!
- Join in with John Brady, the President and CEO of the Independence Seaport Museum while he discusses his experience building a Sandbagger! The event will be taking place on their Facebook page, so make sure to give them a follow!
Saturday, July 11
- Get the chance to tour the 1860 Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion via Zoom! A guide will lead you through the downstairs of the mansion and you can see beautiful images and collection items. The event is just $6 and you can register online here.
- Head over to the Reading Terminal Market today for the Taste of Philly Food Tour! Learn the story behind Philly’s most famous foods: cheesesteaks, hoagies, and pretzels. And you get to eat them too, of course! You can purchase your tickets online here!
* Next Fab is a client of Philly PR Girl.
Please make sure you are wearing your masks and following safety protocols for all in-person events. While we are so excited for these awesome events, we cannot guarantee all events to take place due to CDC guidelines. Please always refer to the original event website linked in each post.
What Philly events are you looking forward to most? Write it in the comments below!
