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Explore Schuylkill & Outdoors: Weekend Guide October 3-5

Hope this crisp weather has you falling for the new season!

Did you get out to see the new Schuylkill Boardwalk? We’re psyched to run on over and give it a go but any way to get outdoors for a little adventure seems ideal for this weekend!

This weekend discover canning or head to the Schuylkill for a wild adventure. Whether with friends, family, or quality alone time, get out and take advantage of all that Philly has to offer!

Weekend Events for October 3-5, 2014:

  • Can It! Join local canning expert Marisa McClellan to demo her favorite recipes for small-batch preserving. Friday, October 3, 5-8 PM, free, Chemical Heritage Foundation, 315 Chestnut St, Phila PA. Website.
  • Delaware Valley Orienteering Association (DOVA) will meet at 11am, rain or shine, for an education adventure throughout the woods of the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education. Clinics vary from complete beginner to advanced, but all are welcome to join in on the fun! Friday, October 4, 10am-1pm, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19128, more information dvoa.org.
  • South Street Magic Theatre, Philadelphia’s only full time Magic Shop and Theatre, will feature a variety of local performers for a majestic night at the theatre. Enjoy a night full of magic and memories with family and friends! Saturday, October 4, 7:30pm, 617 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147. Tickets $15/person.
  • Canine Partners for Life invites you to join in on their 25th birthday celebration from noon to 3pm! Watch the service dogs go through their demos, tour the kennels, and take some time to get to know the service-dogs-in-training. With face painting, party games and a free barbecue meal, its fun for everyone! Sunday October 5, 12pm-3pm, 334 Faggs Manor Rd., Cochranville, Pennsylvania, 19330. Facebook Deets & Raffle Tickets.
Christine Boylan

is a Senior and Communications Major at Saint Joseph’s University. She found her love of helping others through an internship with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and began to realize the impact she has as an individual within society. Through the little changes that we make in our lives, we are able to impact others in an even bigger way. Her life motto is from Ghandi: “Be the change you want to see in the world”, because I have realized that it all stars with you.”

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