Philadelphia - March 28, 2010

Here's the Plan

Philadelphia Events and Diversions

This should go swimmingly.

BUILD
A Whale
What: Lend artist Shay Church a hand by helping cover his massive, site-specific orcas with clay.
Why: Free food from Percy Street Barbecue.
When: Today. Whale building, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; barbecue, 2 p.m.
Where: 313 Project Space, 313 S. Broad St. Info at 215-717-6106.

EAT
Zahav’s Passover Dinner
What: Chef Michael Solomonov whips up a ceremonial meal with Israeli-inflected and traditional fare like handmade matzo, coffee-braised brisket, and leek fritters.
Why: Mom gets to hang up her apron.
When: Mon.-Apr. 6. Sun.-Thurs., 5-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 5-11 p.m.
Where: 237 St. James Pl. (215-625-8800).

TROT
The Monster Milers
What: New program lets runners of all levels take PAWS Adoption Center dogs out for a jog and give them a much-needed break from close quarters.
Why: Less-stressed pooches find homes quicker.
When: You need a bit of exercise.
Where: Register online at themonstermilers.wufoo.com.

REJUVENATE
Express Micro Pick-Me-Up Peel
What: Like spring-cleaning for the complexion, the new treatment uses microdermabrasion and alpha hydroxy to soften wrinkles and even out skin tone.
Why: Gentler acids eliminate the telltale beet red face.
When: Mon. & Tues., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wed. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 3000BC, 8439 Germantown Ave. (215-247-6020).

Photo: Courtesy of Lisa Scarpello