Looking for plans for the weekend?

Here’s the best local and green events to kick back, whether you’re a foodie or outdoor lover:

• Schuylkill River Trail Ride: The Pennsylvania Environmental Commission is celebrating National Trail Month with a guided bike tour along the Schuylkill River Trail. The tour showcases the area’s successful development of quality trails and features a catered lunch ($18) in Valley Forge National Historic Park. Saturday, June 14^th, 10 AM, 4424 Main St. Manayunk; Tickets.

• Philadelphia VegFest: Philly’s 1^st VegFest is here celebrating the area’s vegetarian food as well as the advantages of a plant-based diet. The free event, sponsored by the Humane League, will showcase vegetarian and vegan foods, as well as host cooking demos, and guest speakers. Saturday, June 14^th, 11-4 PM, Headhouse Square (2^nd & Pine).
• Clay Bee Making Workshop: The Schuylkill Center is hosting a hands-on workshop to learn about local bees while creating your own clay version. Join artists in making a swarm of ceramic bees during this free environmental art and education program. Saturday June 14^th, 11 AM – 1 PM, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd. RSVP.
• Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event: The State Department’s Sanitation Division is sponsoring a citywide opportunity for citizens to recycle and otherwise dispose of Household Hazardous Waste. Philadelphia Recycling Rewards participants can receive 25 extra Recyclebank® Points for taking part in this event. Saturday June 14^th, 9 AM – 3 PM, Streets Dept’s Northwest Transfer Station (Domino Lane & Umbria St).
• Father’s Day Dinner at Pumpkin BYOB: Searching for last-minute plans for Dad? Treat him to a seasonal 5-Course Dinner featuring local and fresh ingredients. Sunday June 15^th, 5:30-10 PM, $40 per person, 1713 South Street.

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Linh studies Architectural Technologies at Philadelphia University and spent a previous semester studying Sustainability in Copenhagen, Denmark. These experiences home and abroad inspired her to take a closer look at her personal impact on the environment and ways to lessen it. Whether she's reminding others to recycle or supporting local farmers markets, she knows those small steps can add up to a greater positive change. View all posts by Linh Kostiuk