Activities

Five ways to work out on vacation with no gym access

The importance of playtime: Activities to boost your little one's development

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Upstart bocce league rolling along in Philly neighborhood

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Five Old City activities for National 'Old Stuff' Day

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Six ways to keep your dog active in the winter

National Take a Hike Day: Nearby trails and parks to explore on foot

Unleash your inner Katniss with archery lessons at these nearby spots

Two left feet: 6 places to take ballroom dancing lessons in the Philly area

Walk this way: 4 Philly tours that are 'off the beaten path'

Italian Market

Five local pick-your-own spots to find the perfect pumpkin

Various Pumpkins at Linvilla Orchards

Hunker down for Hurricane Joaquin with these indoor activities

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'Fall' in love with the shore

Harborfest

Five out of the ordinary extracurricular activities for kids

Sewing

Parks and Recreation

Fourth-graders granted one year of free admission to federal recreation areas

Children Exploring Nature

Get Your Craft On: Four local arts and craft studios for grown-ups

Painting With A Twist

Celebrate National Dog Day with these pup-friendly activities

Parks and Recreation

Philly is packed with places to picnic

Japanese Tea House and Garden

Tickets on sale Wednesday for Dalai Lama lecture at La Salle in October

Area bowling alleys to celebrate National Bowling Day

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Six fabulous summer day trips

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Six independent book shops to snag a summer beach read

Six kid-friendly museums to beat summer boredom

Academy of Natural Sciences

Seven facts to know about the tall ships visiting Philadelphia this weekend

Take a dive at these area swimming holes

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No gym membership? No excuse

Reaching the summit: Rock climbing, bouldering spots in Pa.

Flyboarding: Water-propelled flight for the Jetson in you

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AC boardwalk to get 200-foot-high ferris wheel over ocean

Up, up & away: Hot air ballooning

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Best Invention Ever: Gameboy + iPhone = Smartboy

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Feel like rolling down a hill in a giant ball? Try zorbing

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