Spring has officially sprung and there are lot’s of ways to celebrate the season known for rain showers that bring flowers. Spring is a great time to clean, start your garden, or just get outside and enjoy the change in the weather. Here are some great things you can do to celebrate Spring!
Spring Clean those Closets
Everyone knows that Spring is a great time to rejuvenate, out with the old and in with the new. Fun bright colors are in for Spring 2016 but before you head off to the store how about making some room in your closet and helping those in need. Take a few hours to bag up any clothes that you don’t wear anymore and donate them. Here are a few non-profits looking for donations:
Philly Aids Thrift
Career Wardrobe
Dress for Success
Get to know your City
Spring is the time when our amazing historic district gets ready for the busy summer season filled with tourists hoping to enjoy all that our city has to offer. When is the last time you took a tour in your own city? Why not check out the Liberty Bell or Independence Hall, take a bus tour, or see the city from one of our newest attractions, Philly from the Top?
Start your Veggie Garden
Dreaming of getting fresh veggies from your very own garden this summer? The beginning of Spring is the best time to plant your cool weather vegetables like:
Cabbage
Broccoli
Beets
Carrots
Corn
Cucumbers
Lettuce
Onions
Herbs: basil, oregano, thyme and sage.
Get some “Wooder” Ice!
When the weather gets warm everyone knows that sometimes you just… “Got to get a Rita’s”. Rita’s Italian Ice is open for the season! Try a gelati with water ice and soft serve ice cream!