Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!Every other Tuesday during the active volunteer season (April - October) the Arboretum hosts volunteer workdays open to the community. Each session is led by a staff member and focuses on gardening in a different area of campus. Activities will vary each week and can include but are not limited to planting, weeding, mulching, clearing invasives, and watering. The tasks required in each specific session will be announced monthly via our volunteer eNews email (sign up here).As an Arboretum volunteer, you can learn new skills, gain experience, and become a valued member of our volunteer task

Join us for a chill Tuesday evening by the Philly River, flowing with good vibes and great company!

Super insights into the components of the capital stack: C-PACE, SBA, commercial banking, $ 600 M+ RISE grants, and ACT 129 utility rebates.With the right capital mix, your project can lead the charge toward Pennsylvania’s clean energy future. This dynamic event is designed to help real estate professionals, lenders, contractors, and sustainability leaders navigate modern funding options - especially C-PACE - as part of the capital stack.Whether you're renovating or building from the ground up, your project doesn’t have to slow down—just stack smarter. We'll also dig into a case study to learn WHY they used C-PACE as well as

A fresh look at the ecological and horticultural roles of non-native plants! Have you ever gotten into a discussion about the “goodness” or “badness” of a non-native plant? How about a lecture on why native-only landscapes are the only correct direction for horticulture to go? Join horticulturist David McKinney for a thoughtful discussion on the value and complexity of non-native plants in our landscapes. While native plants are essential to ecosystem health, many non-native species also provide important benefits including supporting pollinators and offering habitat for wildlife. Unveiling the Wonders of Gardening: The Know to Grow Webinar Series PHS is

A brief overview of the trail and greenway known as Schuylkill Banks.A brief overview of the trail and greenway along the tidal Schuylkill River between the Fairmount Dam and Delaware River, an area branded as Schuylkill Banks. How did this long envisioned project evolve and where is it headed?This event will be held at the Center for DesignPhiladelphia, 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia PA 19107.Registration is not required for in-person events, however it is helpful for our planning. Light refreshments will be served.For more information, please CLICK HERE!

UGH!!! An Evening of Sing-along & Never Ending AHHHS Presented by The Bearded Ladies Cabaret in association with FringeArts Directed by Eric Jaffe Join the Bearded Ladies for a series of sing-along shows promoting healing, resistAHHHHnce, and coming together through the power of—oh fuck it, we just want to sing. Set your escapism and denial to music with rousing group renditions of songs that have nothing to do with fascism led by The Bearded Ladies Cabaret, whose work has been hailed by Fox News as "government waste." Sing-along or scream on pitch or just scream! By the time this 75-minute

Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and Hidden River Outfitters for a picturesque two-mile guided kayak tour on the Schuylkill River. The tour departs from the Walnut Street dock along the Schuylkill River Trail and heads upriver to the Fairmount Water Works, where you’ll experience a rarely-seen perspective of these historic structures from the water below. Learn interesting facts about the history of the park while enjoying spectacular views of the city skyline at sunset. No gear or kayaking experience necessary — kayaking equipment and instruction provided. INSTRUCTOR BIO: Jason Mifflin has owned and operated Hidden River Outfitters since June 2010. From homemade rafts to

Every Thursday on East Passyunk Avenue! Starting at 5pm, all summer long!

Join Philadelphia Tour Guide and past Woodlands board member, Jim Mundy on a historic railroad themed walking tour of The Woodlands Cemetery. Jim will lead the group through the cemetery, beginning with the railroad tracks that run adjacent to the southern border of the cemetery, and then visit some permanent residents who were instrumental in the development of railroads in America including including John Edgar Thomson, Samuel Morse Felton, Asa Whitney, Edward C. Knight and more. Registration: $15 - General Public $10 - Members of The Woodlands

Join us for Renewables UnWind in Philadelphia! Network with top clean energy pros. Drinks, connections, and good energy awaits!Get Ready for Renewables UnWind 2025!EnergeiaWorks is thrilled to host our next Renewables UnWind—the ultimate networking event for the clean energy community! Mark your calendar and join us in Philadelphia at Wicked Wolf Philadelphia for an evening of connection, collaboration, and conversation with the most innovative minds in sustainable energy.Mingle with top industry professionals in a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re building partnerships, expanding your network, or just looking to unwind after the conference (dates if applicable), this is the event you

Join the NextFab community at our monthly Open House! Tour our spacious facility, and meet our talented members, while discovering how you can turn your ideas into reality. Explore our upgraded shops, including textiles, jewelry, woodworking, and more. Learn about membership, classes, and how NextFab can help you create. Each month, we will be highlighting specific members and partners of our community. Be sure to check back each month for our highlights! Light drinks and refreshments will be provided. This month, join us for: July Repair Fair: Give your broken items a second life at the Fixers Guild’s Repair Fair!

Scott Keeley is a registered patent agent with 12 years of experience in intellectual property. He has engineered products from guitars to wind turbines, with “green” energy powering much of his innovative output. His early career of 18 years centered on industrial design in the United States and Europe. He taught industrial design at the Kansas City Art Institute and has a Master’s in Industrial Design. Scott will be available in our NextFab conference room on Thursday, July 10th, from 6-8 pm for free consultations to both members and open to the public (drop-ins welcome!).

PARK JAMS Summer Concert Series with Karl Blau Thursday, July 10, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.Park Jams is a FREE, family-friendly outdoor concert series - right in our own beautiful Allens Lane Park. So gather your favorite people, spread a blanket, and join us every second Thursday evening for the best jams of the summer!

Join us at Al-Bustan Gallery for the opening reception of “Digital Sanctuaries” by Rayan Elnayal. Rayan is a Sudanese artist, designer, and educator that combines her research and architectural background to imagine futuristic spaces deeply rooted in Sudan and its diaspora. Her work serves as a speculative exploration of futuristic and fictional spaces that embrace our cultural heritages and resist harmful Euro-centric design principles.

Join NSNP at Las Parcelas garden to build and strengthen relationships with fellow land and food stewards!Calling all Philadelphian stewards of land and food systems to gather with NSNP for an opportunity to connect in community and build together. We will gather together at NSNP’s Las Parcelas garden to engage in conversation and workshops, while enjoying food and music! NSNP hopes to provide a space for attendees to connect and foster relationships throughout Philadelphia. Workshops are TBD, but they will be fun, educational, and geared towards plants and seeds!

Come hang out at GrioXArts Open Studio Hours and get creative with us!

Tacony LAB Community Art Center Presents AACOPhilly's 6th Art Exhibition.Join us for the 6th AACOPhilly Art Exhibiton. The Autistic Artist Coalition of Philadelphia is a partner organization that has met in our space bi-weekly since Nov of 2023. This Exhibit will feature several local artists involved with the AACOPhilly. The SPIN Choir(Special People In The Northeast) will be performing at 6:45pmThere will be light refreshments provided. Registration is not required, however it helps us plan.

Stop by for friendly conversations, community resources, and activities that promote mental well-being and social connection. Saturday, July 12th at the Lansdowne Farmers Market – Social Wellness Day! Let’s celebrate connection, community, and the power of togetherness! Social Wellness Day is all about building strong relationships and supporting each other. Stop by for friendly conversations, community resources, and activities that promote mental well-being and social connection. Come meet your neighbors and leave feeling a little more connected! Saturday, July 12th 9 AM – 1 PM Veterans Landing, 30 N Lansdowne AveFresh food, friendly faces, and fabulous old-school cars—don’t miss it!

Take a tree-mendous hike to learn about some of the trees in West Fairmount Park. DATE Saturday, July 12 TIME 10:00 am - 12:00 pm LOCATION Belmount Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive Philadelphia PA, 19131 Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and Andrew Kirkpatrick, Urban Greening Coordinator with Parks and Recreation’s Farm Philly Program, for a two-mile tree identification hike along the Belmont Plateau Cross Country Course and the historic Trolley Trail. From sweetgums to tulip poplars to a variety of oaks— our urban forests are teeming with many tree species. On this hike, we’ll learn to identify commonly found

Get an Exclusive Look at the WARP Residency! Join us at NextFab on Saturday, July 12, from 10 AM to 1 PM for a unique opportunity to dive into the 2025 Windgate Arts Residency Program (WARP)! The public is invited into our Windgate Fellows shop to meet the talented resident fellows and get a firsthand look at their incredible concepts and works in progress. Whether it’s woodworking, film, writing, or other amazing documentation, you’ll hear all about what they’ve been creating. The Museum for Art in Wood’s international residency program is celebrating its 28th year, fostering intensive research, discussions, studio

An informal tour and discussion with curator and artists.

Imagining and Drawing Alternative Futures, Led by Rayan ElnayalJoin us for a hands-on drawing workshop that invites participants of all ages to dream, design, and draw imaginative spaces inspired by the people and places we love.Led by Al-Bustan exhibiting artist, Rayan Elnayal, this workshop explores themes of futurism, speculative design, and magic realism. Rayan will share her creative process, how she transforms memories of real places into visionary digital and fictional spaces. Participants will then begin their own creative journey: envisioning what a beloved space might look like 500 years from now, shaped by future social, economic, and environmental changes.Using

Ready to transform your world with a little extra love? Join us for an inspiring Collage Workshop led by artist Yannick Lowery! In this hands-on session, you’ll explore what love looks like in your own community – from your home to your block, and everywhere in between. Bring your personal images, magazine clippings, and drawings to create a powerful collage that visually tells your story of love, healing, and joy. This isn’t just art for art’s sake; it’s about reimagining the places you call home. This workshop is part of the exciting NextFab x Leeway Artist-in-Residence project with jasmine lynea,

Come hang out at GrioXArts Open Studio Hours and get creative with us!

"Black Love Healing Circle" is a transformative in-person event focused on nurturing self-love within the Black communityThe Black Love Healing CircleJoin us for The Black Love Healing Circle on Sunday, July 13, in University City. This in-person event aims to create a safe and nurturing space for the Black community to come together and heal.Through breath work and sound healing, we facilitate a transformative healing experience that helps release anxiety, stress, and trauma from the body while helping you focus on gratitude, peace and love. We do this all in the safety of community with facilitators who are trained in

Come join our fun knitting class for adults who are just starting out - we'll have a blast learning together!

Join us for a chill Tuesday evening by the Philly River, flowing with good vibes and great company!

A powerful annual convening for a candid dialogue about the structural inequities that shape our society.Theme: “The Assault on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Where Do We Go from Here?”At a time when Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) efforts are being challenged across sectors, this year’s theme underscores the urgent need for community-centered spaces that resist division and promote collective action.The Summit supports Global Citizen’s mission:To promote and advance social justice through ongoing civic engagement among diverse groups.Moderated by Loraine Ballard Morrill, iHeartMedia’s Director of News and Community Affairs and a Global Citizen advisory board member, this year’s event will engage

Meeting at Rex Avenue Trailhead Kiosk (see map here) Summer invites us outdoors to enjoy her gifts! What do you notice? The joy of birdsong, the scent of fresh rain, the feel of the earth beneath your feet? Do you want to learn how to become more intentional about your observations? This program invites you to slow down and tune into the richness of the natural world, igniting your senses in ways that foster a deeper connection to Mother Earth. We’ll have fun as we take time to notice the small natural details that spark delight. Whether you’re an experienced artist

Every Thursday on East Passyunk Avenue! Starting at 5pm, all summer long!

Explore legacy through mural-making, storytelling & bold color in Germantown with artist Diego Mendoza-Ramos. Art as memory, power & protestRooted in Germantown’s layered history, this workshop will explore personal and neighborhood legacies through collaborative mural-making by blending storytelling, typography, and public art in celebration of legacy as collective power.  Led by muralist Diego Mendoza-Ramos, the session will center around the word LEGACY, stenciled across a gridded mural inspired by quilts, protest posters, and early print blocks.Participants will paint freely within and around this grid—mirroring the physical and symbolic fabric of Germantown—using bold color and shared memory. The final reveal will

Welcome to our 10th annual Mayfair third Thursday night markets! Located at Frankford and Cottman.