Dinner bell’s ringin’.
GRUB
Picnic at Percy Street Barbecue
What: Catch a rollicking set from a bluegrass band and fill up on down-home classics like ribs, coleslaw, and corn bread.
Why: Get sauced on free vodka-spiked watermelon slices (or virgin ones for the faint of heart).
When: Picnic, today & Mon., 11:30 a.m.-midnight. Music, today, 2-4 p.m. Watermelon, Mon., 2-4 p.m.
Where: 900 South St. (215-625-8510). Admission is free.
SAVE
Matthew Izzo Summer Sample Sale
What: Select furniture and housewares (candles, lamps, pottery) marked 20-70 percent off (reg. $20-$3,250).
Why: He offers personal design advice online.
When: Thru July 18. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m. (Closed today.)
Where: 151 N. Third St. (215-829-0606).
SCORE
Free Shipping on Swirl
What: Last chance to get deeply discounted labels like Tart, Bulga, Coralia Leets, and Colette Malouf delivered to your door gratis.
Why: With complimentary returns, you can’t lose.
When: Offer ends tomorrow (July 5).
Where: Online at swirl.com.
FEAST
All-You-Can-Eat Sushi
What: Shovel in as many nigiri, maki, and hand rolls as you can handle for $25, then wash them down with $8 sake carafes.
Why: Get your A-game ready — no doggy bags allowed.
When: Thru July 31. Every Tues., 7-10 p.m.
Where: Pod, 3636 Sansom St. (215-387-1803).
WATCH
Tour de France
What: Settle in for a live broadcast on the massive outdoor screen.
Why: Take a blanket and plop down on newly laid Astroturf or snag a chaise lounge for seriously comfortable viewing.
When: Today & Mon., 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Where: The Piazza at Schmidts, 1001 N. Second St. Admission is free.
Photo: Jason Varney / Courtesy of Percy Street Barbecue














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