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The best things to do in Philadelphia this week

If you're looking for the best things to do in Philly this week, you've come to the right place.

Right in time for fall, craft your perfect tea blend guided by professionals in a tea blending workshop this week
Right in time for fall, craft your perfect tea blend guided by professionals in a tea blending workshop this weekRead moreEvgeny Atamanenko / Getty Images/iStockphoto
    by Amber Burns and Lauren McCutcheon
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Explore all of the best things to do in and around Philadelphia: from upcoming events and art installations to the most picturesque date spots, we share all you need to know to make the most out of your week in Philly.

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Peace Day Philly

(Community / free) Since 2011, Philadelphian Lisa Parker has been metamorphosing U.N.’s International Day of Peace into something decidedly local. The multiday celebration and thought fest includes events you might expect — a half-day of meditation, drumming, literature, discussions, a job fair. The headlining event at the Ethical Society (Sept. 18, 6-8 p.m.) features a panel of who’s who of Philly peacemakers, folks behind our MLK Day of Service, POWER, the Welcoming Center, and ArtWell.

⌚️ Sept. 16-25, 📍 various locations in Philadelphia, Pa, 🌐 peacedayphilly.org, 💵 Free

Celestial Tea Blending Workshop

(Community) Prepare for a tea journey like you’ve never experienced before. Just in time for fall, come craft your perfect tea blend guided by professionals. You’ll get to combine an array of spices, botanicals, and herbs to create a blend just right for your next cozy day in, while enjoying afternoon bites.

⌚️Sept. 19, 7 p.m., 📍210 W. Rittenhouse Sq., Philadelphia, Pa, 19103, 🌐 exploretock.com, 💵 $120

Washington’s Farewell

(Community / history) Raise a glass to a historic reenactment you can literally drink to. Before the signing of the Constitution, George Washington and friends celebrated with a huge party at the now historic City Tavern. Now, it’s your time to toast to history and enjoy a good time with friends.

⌚️Sept. 19, 6-8 p.m., 📍138 S. 2nd St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 support.inht.org, 💵 $40

The best events for kids in Philly

Inner-city busy-ness is back for the season. Celebrate fictional and real revolutionary history, experience both arts and archaeology showcases, join a South Philly block party, and just be happy it’s not too hot out this week.

Paul Revere’s Philadelphia Connection, Carpenters’ Hall

(History) Before the famed colonial silversmith rode late-night across Massachusetts, he came to Philly for the First Continental Congress. Relive that 250-years-ago moment with a horse and faux Revere and John Adams. Ages 7 and up.

⌚Sept. 17, 5:30-7 p.m., 📍320 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa., 19106, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $5-$10