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INTERACT
Art/Gage: Celebrate Philly Creativity
What: Performances by musicians, poets, and fire twirlers inside the mosaic landmark.
Why: Vendors line South Street to make it an epic block party.
When: Sat. Street fair, noon-6 p.m.; performances, 1-10 p.m.
Where: Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, 1020 South St. (215-733-0390). Tickets ($10-$15) at the door.
SLURP
Lithesicles
What: Ice pops in a rotating selection of natural flavors (pineapple-cilantro, watermelon-basil, lavender-lemon) do a bang-up job of cooling you down. No ass-kicking workout required.
Why: Made with farm-fresh produce and a drop of agave, they’re a lot healthier than a creamsicle.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri., 6 a.m.-7:45 p.m.; Sat., 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Sun., 8:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
Where: Lithe Method Rittenhouse, 255 S. 17th St., 4th flr. (215-545-5144).
UNWIND
Music in the Park
What: Pack lawn chairs or a blanket, and then sit back for Railroad Fever’s show of twangy tunes.
Why: South Philly Food Co-Op puts on a taste test of local and organic vs. conventional fruits and veggies. Can you tell the difference, Miss Picky Pants?
When: Tonight, 7 p.m.
Where: Gold Star Park, Wharton St., b/t S. Sixth & Seventh Sts. Participation is free.
GULP
Ale & Arts Walking Adventure
What: Meander the streets with a guide, who will tell you all about the murals on and around some of the city’s favorite watering holes.
Why: Pit stops for beer along the way.
When: Thru Sept. 1. Thurs., 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Departs from Field House, 1150 Filbert St. (215-629-1520). Tickets ($30) online at muralarts.tix.com.
Photo: Courtesy of Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens








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