Learn from Ryan Neumann of Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership (TTF) about the effects that road salt has on our streams in the winter time, and what you can do to reduce those effects. We will also discuss the long term impacts of road salt use on our streams, and what that means for the health of
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Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable afternoon of music, dance, winter garden tours, ornament-making and more! Explore the beauty of winter interest throughout the gardens with exclusive off-season access before enjoying two sets of some of the most exciting performers in acoustic and traditional music: the dynamic Charm City Junction, beloved father-son
MoreJoin us for a festive afternoon at Riverbend’s Merry and Mindful Makers Market. We are hosting local artists, makers and growers, sharing their handmade, eco-friendly gifts at our outdoor marketplace. Pick up a holiday gift for someone special, or take the time to explore the preserve with a warm drink and admire the leaves as
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Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Weathering the Winter Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit the Farmstead on February
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Do you have invasive vines growing in your yard? Join Riverbend staff for the first event in our Sustainable Living Series to learn how to remove vines and turn them into something beautiful. We’ll begin the workshop outside with some easy-to-follow instructions on removing invasive vines like English Ivy and five-leaf akebia. Clippers and work
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Saturday, February 10th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Weathering the Winter Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit the Farmstead on February
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Saturday, February 24th and Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead Join our farmers as they create maple sugar from trees right here at the Farmstead! Watch as they tap the trees, collect the sap, and create the syrup. Learn about the Indigenous origins of maple sugaring
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All Black Everything Pop-Up curates the annual Festively Fly Holiday Market – a commerce space for Black businesses that introduces ALL nationalities to dope Black brands from around the country ready to supply your holiday shopping needs! Listen and vibe to DJ sets all evening as well as a live musical performance at 6PM. Snap
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Learn about growing native perennials in this easy way to start seeds. The native seeds are started outside in containers so they are protected from wildlife and benefit from the cold temperatures of winter. This indoor workshop will include all supplies and instruction by a Montgomery County Master Gardener. You will also take home containers
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Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Candlelight Event Saturday, December 3, 2021 from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Lansdale, PA – Come spend a lovely winter’s eve with us at the Peter Wentz Farmstead’s annual Candlelight Event! The soft glow of candles will light your way as you explore this historic property. Celebrate the beginning of the holiday
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