Point-to-point preview, fitness for beginners and more

Tuesday, April 30, 2019
The 41st annual Point-to-Point Steeplechase at Winterthur | FYI Philly
Melissa Magee previews the fun, festive atmosphere, the professional horse racing and a new contest with big prizes for looking good.

Point-to-Point Steeplechase at Winterthur


The 41st annual Point-to-Point Steeplechase race takes over the grounds of Winterthur on Sunday, May 5th. Melissa Magee previews the fun, festive atmosphere, the professional horse racing and a new contest with big prizes for looking good.



Tailgating tips are always helpful whether you are at Winterthur's annual Point-to-Point Steeplechase or in the parking lot of the next big sporting event.

ENTER TO WIN: 4 tickets to the Kid Shellens and Tito's hospitality tent: Point-to-Point sweepstakes



Point-to-Point Steeplechase | Facebook


At Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library | Sunday, May 5, 2019


5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, Delaware, 19735


If you're vegan, kosher, or gluten free...there's a bakery for you! We check out three local specialty bakeries.

Specialty Bakeries around Philadelphia


If you're vegan, kosher, or gluten free...there's a bakery for you! We check out three local specialty bakeries.


Lipkin's Bakery | Facebook


Northeast Philadelphia Location


8013 Castor Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19152


215-342-3005


South Philadelphia Location


2153 S Hancock Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148


215-462-1637


After 48 years in the Northeast, the renowned bakery, now under new ownership, has gone back to its South Philly roots.


Crust | Facebook



Taffets | Facebook


1024 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147


215-551-5511



Located in Rittenhouse Square, this spot promises your sandwich in three minutes or less, with flavor in every bite.

Caffe Vienna's: Austrian name, Italian menu



Caffe Vienna's in Rittenhouse Square is a spot where your sandwich is made in three minutes or less, using only the finest ingredients with a promise that every ingredient will be in every bite. Be sure to try the Broad Street Bully. It's the reigning favorite and it has quite a kick!


Caffe Vienna | Facebook


223 S. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103


215-557-0400


Day 'N' Nite Hookah is more than just a nightclub. It's a vibe and a place where artists can showcase their talents.


Day 'N' Nite Hookah Lounge


Day 'N' Nite Hookah is more than just a nightclub. The lounge describes itself as a vibe and a place where artists can showcase their talents. 6ABC's Jeannette Reyes sees what all the buzz is about out at Day 'N' Night Hookah Lounge on Cherry St in Chinatown.


Day N Nite Philly | Day 'N" Nite Instagram


908 Cherry St, Philadelphia, PA 19107


Located in the historic Bok Building, this woman-owned fitness studio focuses on kettlebell workouts.

KG Strong is a place to push, pull, and stretch your way to fit


KG Strong, in the historic Bok Building in South Philadelphia, is a woman-owned and run fitness studio focused on the kettlebell but they use lots of other tools to get you fit and they'll make sure your form is perfect.



KG Strong|Facebook


1901 S 9th St Room 206B, Philadelphia, PA 19148


215-395-3618


Our friends at Philadelphia Magazine rounded up some fitness classes for beginners around the city.

Back to Basics: 6 Beginner Fitness Classes to Get You Started


Our friends at Philadelphia Magazine rounded up some fitness classes for beginners and we sent Karen Rogers and Melissa Magee to see how they work. The classes are designed for people looking to start a new fitness routine, add something new to their existing routine or someone who is new to fitness altogether.


For the original Philadelphia Magazine article click here



The Class: Yoga Fundamentals


Yoga on Main | Facebook


4363 Main St, Philadelphia, PA 19127



The Class: The Barre Essentials


Lumos Yoga & Barre | Facebook | Instagram


2001 Green Street Philadelphia, PA 19130


The class: Thrive Pilates I



Thrive Pilates | Instagram


2016 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103



The Class: BANDIT


FreeHouse Fitness Studio | Facebook | Instagram


1430 South St. Philadelphia PA, 19146


The Class: Spin 101


The first Tuesday of Every Month


328 N. Lewis Rd Royersford, PA 19468


Torque Spin Barrre & TRX | Facebook | Instagram



The Class: Boxing 60


Title Boxing Club | Facebook


2101 Market Street, Philadelphia PA 19103



Check out two great meals from the team at Alessi Foods.

Spring & Summer Recipes with Alessi Foods


Check out two great meals from the team at Alessi Foods. And sign up for your chance to win four tickets to the Kid Shellen's and Tito's tent.


For recipes and contest click here



We swing around the city for some must-see shows and exhibits.

FYI Loves the Arts roundup: Eastern State Penitentiary


We swing around the city for some must-see shows and exhibits.



The Rescue is teaming up with regional equine rescues to help pass the Safe Act, which will stop the sale and transport of horses for human consumption.

Shelter Me: South Jersey Horse Rescue


The South Jersey Horse Rescue is teaming up with regional equine rescues to help get the Safe Act passed - which will stop the sale and transport of horses for human consumption in the U.S. David Murphy highlights their efforts in this week's Shelter Me.



South Jersey Horse Rescue | South Jersey Horse Rescue Facebook | Safe Act


5745 Pleasant Mill Road, Weekstown, NJ 08215



---------


Check 6abc.com and FYI Philly on Facebook for more Weekend Action and other events going on around the region.


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6abcfyiphilly


Subscribe to our 6abc Community Newsletter: Text 6ABC to 22828 (Texting/data rate may apply.) Sign up online.