Gardening, Science & Fitness: Week Guide: 7/28 – 8/1

Got the Monday blues? Check out some of these events that are sure to get you excited for the rest of the week!

• Philadelphia Beautification – Come join the UC Pruning Club as they green and beautify Philadelphia street corners. Bring your own gardening supplies or borrow some when you arrive! Monday July 28^th, 6:30 – 8:30 PM. For locations call (215) 573-4684.
• Academy Explorers Camp: Science Challenge – Children ages 5-12 will experience extreme science experiments that will put their problem-solving skills to the test in this week-long camp! Hosted by the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. Monday July 28^th – Friday August ^1st, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Register by calling (215) 299-1060.
• Pop-Up Fitness Bootcamp – Center City District is sponsoring a free weekly Pop-Up Fitness bootcamp run by licensed trainers! Tuesday July 29^th, 6 – 7 PM, Sister Cities Park.
• Grow-It- Yourself Workshop – The Community Farm and Food Resource Center will be holding classes to teach people how they can grow their own food. Topics will include organic pest control. Wednesday July 30^th, 5 – 7 PM, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Register: email tyholmberg@gmail.com.
• Local Craft Beer Tasting – Come out to the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Great Hall to taste the finest Philly area Brew Masters’ craft beers! Snacks will also be provided. The night is only $25 for non-members and $22 for members. Wednesday July 30^th, 6 – 8:30 PM, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. Register here.
• Yoga on the Pier – The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation will be offering free yoga classes on the Race Street Pier. Classes will be taught by Yogis United; suitable for all levels, from beginners to experts. BYOM (bring your own mat!) Thursday, July 31^st, 7 – 8 AM and 6 – 7 PM.
• Drop In & Do – Come join other local teens and adults for a night to collaborate and get help with new ideas and technologies. You can bring your own project to get help or just hang and become inspired by others. There will be demos, presentations, and food! Thursday, July 31^st, 7 – 9 PM, 3711 Market Street.