Laurel Hill Cemetery Hosts Yoga And More
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Laurel Hill Cemetery is also a destination for the living. Here are few upcoming events that become unique with the backdrop of a historic grave site.
YOGA IN THE CEMETERY
Saturday, Aug. 6 at 11 a.m.
Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Ave
Yogis tend to pick peaceful spots to their downward dogs and shavasanas. The beach in the early morning hours. A tranquil spot out in the backyard. Or maybe a few impromptu poses inside when the little ones are down for their nap.
But if dead quiet is what you're after, yogis can find it at the Laurel Hill Cemetery which is offering a one-hour session overlooking the Schuylkill River.
The class will focus on alignment, strength and balance and will be led by yoga instructor, Emily Tara.
The suggested fee is $10 per person and all participating yogis should bring their own mats.
Those who are interested can sign up online at thelaurelhillcemetery.org.
WORKSHOP & WALKING TOUR
Saturday, Aug. 6
Workshop: 11:30 a.m.
Walking tour: 1 p.m.
If yoga isn't your thing though that's okay.
The cemetery is also offering a workshop and walking tour of the grounds called "Death Loves A Shining Mask: The Language of Mourning."
Civil War reenactor, Lucy Cadwallader will lead the one-hour workshop beginning at 11:30 a.m. The group will fasten customary Victorian hair flowers, used to commemorate the dead, by hand.
The walking tour at 1 p.m. will also take visitors back in time to explore Victorian America where they'll learn about formal bereavement when it was an accepted cultural institution complete with a set of grieving rules to abide by.
The walking tour costs $12 per person or $35 for both events together.
Those who are interested can buy their ticket at thelaurelhillcemetery.org.
LUNAR STROLL PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR
Friday, August 12 at 8 p.m.
Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Ave
The cameras come out after the sun goes down. Lunar Stroll is a guided photography walk through the cemetery, visiting some of the cemetery's most beautiful and inspiring spots for people to snap.
The cost of the photography tour is $20 per person. Photography experience is strongly recommended.
Those who are interested can buy their ticket at thelaurelhillcemetery.org.
HISTORY TOUR
Saturday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m.
Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Ave
"The Hot Spots and Stories Plots" tour is perfect for history buffs interested in hearing tales about one of Philadelphia's oldest cemeteries. It's also a great outing for people visiting the city. The monthly event is presented as part of the cemetery's Fourth Friday and Second Saturday tour series.
The cost of the tour is $12 per person, $10 for students and seniors or $9 for members of the Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Those who are interested can buy their ticket at thelaurelhillcemetery.org or purchase them at the door.
8TH ANNUAL HEARSE and PROFESSIONAL VEHICLE SHOW
Saturday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Ave
Owners of hearses, ambulances, flower cars, limousines and other service vehicles gather their cars each year to participate in this unique show presented by Mohnton Professional Car Club. Bands including From Dawn till Death and Somebody's Circus will perform while people walk around and check out all of the different wheels.
Admission is free. Visit the MPCC Facebook page for more info.
DOCTORS' ORDERS WALKING TOUR
Sunday, Aug. 21 at 1 p.m.
Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Ave
This walking tour will examine the relationships between Laurel Hill's most medicinal residents and their patients highlighting the fact that "death is the destination we all share."
The cost of the tour is $12 per person, $10 for students and seniors or $9 for members of the Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Those who are interested can buy their ticket at thelaurelhillcemetery.org or purchase them at the door.
CINEMA IN THE CEMETERY
Saturday, Aug. 27 at 9 p.m.
Gates open at 8 p.m.
Ever watch a scary movie in the dark? Why not take it up a notch by watch one in a real cemetery. Grab a blanket and popcorn and head to Laurel Hill for August's feature film, Dementia 13 directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
The cost is $10 per person.
Those who are interested can buy their ticket at thelaurelhillcemetery.org or purchase them at the door.
EXPLORATION OF SOUTH LAUREL HILL
Sunday, Aug. 28 at 1 p.m.
Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Ave
"South of the Bridge: Explorations of the Cemetery's Southernmost Sod" will delve legacies and legends contained South Laurel Hill. People are encouraged to bring their cameras along on the excursion to take pictures of a part of the cemetery that is not often seen on regular tours.
The cost of the tour is $12 per person, $10 for students and seniors.
Those who are interested can buy their ticket at thelaurelhillcemetery.org or purchase them at the door.
