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De-stress Fest

Take a breather before finals with an afternoon of relaxing activities!

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December 12, 2023, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
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Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, 2nd floor
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Open to Penn Students Only
Four images, clockwise from upper left: a post-it note with a drawing of a lightbulb tacked to a bulletin board; a seated woman in a white tank top with hands clasped behind her back; illustration of tarot cards on pink background; laser-cut wooden figures of a dinosaur and a cute furry creature

Get study tips and other resources from the Weingarten Center and Penn Wellness, pick up a snack to fuel your studies, and check out a range of activities to nourish your mind and body:

  • Stretching Session: Loosen up with Penn Campus Recreation.
  • Yoga: Librarian Gwen Fancy leads a beginner-friendly session.
  • DIY Mood Rings: Make your own mood ring with help from Education Commons staff.
  • Coloring Book Packets: Unwind and express your creativity with coloring pages to take home.
  • Tarot Readings: Gain insights and reflections with a personalized reading.

To close out the day's activities, join us for a celebration circle led by Restorative Practices @ Penn.

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