In keeping with the City of Philadelphia’s “World-class Events” initiative, three recreational events have partnered to form a creative new venture: Park Fest 2006 on September 16 at the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center.

Visitors will be able to kick off a relaxing day by participating in the Philadelphia Water Department’s Philly Fun Fishing Fest from 7 to 11 a.m. Or they can get some exercise at Fairmount Park’s annual Run/Walk for the Park, which leaves the starting line at 9 a.m.

After these two events, everyone is welcome to attend Southeastern Pennsylvania Coast Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Coast Day will feature activities for the whole family, including numerous interactive exhibits, a Wonders of Water Challenge, prizes, music, food and more.

Sponsors for this year’s event include: the Fairmount Park Commission, Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, Pennsylvania Coastal Zone Management Program, Department of Environmental Protection, Philadelphia Water Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and more.

For more information, download the Park Fest 2006 brochure.

8/18/2006