Events from July 28, 2022 – July 30, 2022 – Grid Magazine

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Stoneleigh Native Plant Sale

Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden, 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, 19085, United States

Shop online during the month of April, then pick out your pre-purchased plants on April 26 or April 27 at Stoneleigh. While you are at the garden picking up your plant order, browse a selection of surplus plants, connect with fellow plant lovers, seek gardening advice from our experts, or simply enjoy a beautiful spring day at Stoneleigh. With more than 280 varieties of our favorite native plants—including more than 100 new offerings—this year’s selection is our most diverse yet. From classic favorites to unique and hard-to-find selections, you’re bound to find the perfect plant to add beauty and biodiversity

$8 – $90

Exhibition – Unforeseen Matter

Jefferson Plaza - East Market 1115 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Unforeseen Matter explores the idea of coming to a crossroads, a place of transition, change or potential new directions. This split point can lead you down a path of infinite possibilities, altering your trajectory of life. This exhibition features artists, Donna Backues and Judith Jacobson who both create expansive imagery in their work which ventures into the prospect of the unknown, defying the boundaries of their given medium. Donna’s work portrays a construction of overlapping lines that resembles the reference of mapping and geography which helps to create a gorgeous yet complex intersection in her illustrations. Judith Jacobson creates a

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Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11
Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11

Miniature Ceramics on the Wheel

The Bok Building / Tuft the World / Room 501 1901 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come join Tiernan for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to throw and decorate miniature ceramics on the wheel!Miniature Ceramics on the WheelMeets twice on Wednesday from 5:30 - 8:30 pmUnlock your creativity in our hands-on Miniature Wheel Throwing Ceramics class! Designed for both beginners and seasoned potters, this two-session course focuses on the art of crafting small-scale pottery on a mini wheel. Over the course of two sessions, you’ll learn essential wheel-throwing techniques tailored to working on a miniature scale.In session one you'll learn the basics of wheel operation, clay preparation, and essential techniques for crafting miniature bowls,

Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11
Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11
Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11
Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11
Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11

Electronics Recycling Drive

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Dispose of your electronic waste sustainably during Earth Week with PAR!Help us celebrate Earth Week by participating in an electronics recycling drive. This event is a collaboration between Haverford's Committee for Environmental Responsibility (CER), the Arboretum, and PAR-Recycleworks. Large appliances, light bulbs, and batteries will not be accepted. All data on devices is wiped and destroyed.This event will take place in the South Lot. The drive will then be open to the entire community from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. Most items are able to be recycled free of cost, but some items have a cost in order to ensure

Create an Air Dry Clay Sculpture with Tiffany Katen

The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

In this two part class we'll be spending the first class creating a small sculptural object out of air dry clay and then painting it.In this two part class we'll be spending the first class creating a small sculptural object out of air dry clay. This class is a good beginning to working with air dry clay.In the second class when your piece is dry, we will be painting them. Class is from 6:00pm-8:00pm. When signing up for this class, you are comitting to attend both sessions.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyAttendance Policy: We understand that traffic and other

Power Politics Listen-Ins at Free Library of Philadelphia

Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A series to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought, activism, and storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews.The Power Politics Listen-Ins at the Free Library of Philadelphia is a series hosted by Scribe Video Center to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought, activism, and community storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews and discussion.The schedule:March 31st - Karen WarringtonApril 7th - Alfie PolittApril 14th - John ChurchvilleApril 21st - Barbara Easley-CoxApril 28th - TBDMay 5th - Bilal QayyumMay 12th - Rev. Pamela WilliamsMay 19th - Joann BellEach session will feature immersive audio stories followed by a guided discussion,

Intro to Screenprinting

The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library 4700 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

An introduction to Screenprinting at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library in West Philadelphia.About this EventIn this beginning course you will learn the basics of screenprinting. Participants will bring a prepared image and we will provide all the materials, tools and training. Learn the protocol of our printshop and darkroom, as well as health and safety standards for screenprinting. Turn your image into a screen and print an edition of posters, greeting cards or even t-shirts! With the completion of this beginner course, students will be prepared to take more specialized, intermediate courses. Students may also choose to

Makers Monday

Utility Works 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

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,

On-Demand Tree Tenders Virtual Training

Online

Become a neighborhood greening hero! Learn about tree care and planting by participating in a PHS Tree Tenders training. This eight-hour course* will be offered through recorded sessions available until July 31. Workshop topics include tree biology, identification, planting, and proper care. You will be joining one of the nation’s oldest, most respected volunteer urban tree-care programs. * 8-hour total in 2-hour increments REGISTER HERE Tree Tenders are given the tools to plant and nurture trees in their own neighborhoods. Regionally, there are over 6,200 Tree Tenders from 100 + neighborhoods! Join a group or form your own Tree Tenders group,

Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11

Volunteer – Spring Gardening

Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

Did you know more than 40,000 plants thrive at Stoneleigh: a natural garden? Grab gloves and join staff and fellow volunteers in weeding, planting, mulching, and other seasonal garden projects. Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with like-minded people. The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details. Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please show-up. If you need to cancel, please let

Sprouts

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning. $20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership. Register Now

Earth Day Clean Up

Penns Woods Winery 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford, P, United States

Join the Penns Woods Winery team on Tuesday, April 22nd from 9:30am - 11:30am for our annual Earth Day Clean Up within First State National Historical Park! Clean Up Details We will meet at the Tasting Room at 9:30am then heading out to clean up areas of First State National Historical Park along Beaver Valley Rd. & Beaver Dam Rd. All cleanup supplies (bags, gloves, safety vest, etc.) will be provided! To ensure volunteer safety, please wear closed toe comfortable walking shoes. Volunteers are also encouraged to wear long sleeved shirts, pants & sunscreen. Much of our cleaning will take

Spring Skillshare

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Philly growers, come down and gather energy for the upcoming season with the Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden, Pasa Sustainable Agriculture, and other local growers. We’re excited to work, eat, and learn together to build a stronger, more connected Philly farming and gardening community. Schedule 9:30am: Arrival 10am–12pm: Welcome and work together on the land 12–1pm: Eat together 1–4pm: Learn together with two workshop blocks for beginner and advanced growers focused on building self and community reliance. There’ll also be a seed swap, tool share, and community resource table! The Skillshare is a free event for Philly-area growers, gardeners,

Jenkins Juniors (4/22 – 5/13)

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

Join us for 4 weeks of outdoor fun!Our 10 AM class is SOLD OUT but we added a new 11 AM class! Click here to learn more and register._______________________________TUESDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIESJenkins Juniors (Ages 2–5)4/22–5/13 • 10:00–11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensLet’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this spring! Each class will include a story, scenic strolls, and a creative craft. Our activities will encourage children to embrace their sense of wonder, and adults to rekindle theirs. Each week will have a different theme so join us for one or both series.Suitable for ages 2–5. Children must

A Broader Green: An Earth Day Service Project

broad hall., North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA 699 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Let's come together for A Broader Green: An Earth Day Service Project to clean up our community and make a positive impact on our planet!A Broader Green: An Earth Day Service ProjectIn its seventh year, A Broader Green day of service, a partnership between Temple Alumni and the North Broad Renaissance, celebrates Earth Day with a focus on kicking off the landscaping season, raising awareness about the NBR's maintenance and landscaping program, and supporting ongoing efforts to improve the health and quality of life along North Broad Street. Through education and hands-on activities, this year’s project includes beautifying planting beds

Transformation Award (LTA) Applicant Support

Join a member of the Leeway staff for a one-to-one virtual applicant support session before the May 15th deadline.Para concertar una reunión virtual en español, envíe un correo electrónico a info@leeway.org o regístrese a través de esta página e indique que desea una sesión en español en el campo de acomodaciones del formulario de pedido.Join a member of the Leeway staff for a one-to-one virtual applicant support session. This is a chance to get direct feedback on your Leeway Transformation Award (LTA) application before the May 15th deadline.Session will occur either virtually or by phone. After you register, call or

Climate-Proofing Plants for a Changing World

Zoom, Online Only

April 22, 2025 • 12 PM ET • Virtual Join us for a virtual armchair conversation on groundbreaking advances in breeding plants to thrive in a warming world. This event features William Cullina, The F. Otto Haas Executive Director at the Morris Arboretum & Gardens, and Dr. Doris Wagner, DiMaura Professor of Biology at Penn Arts & Sciences. Dr. Wagner is also the inaugural director of the Penn Plant Adaptability and Resilience Center (Plant ARC), a new initiative dedicated to sustainable, plant-based solutions for addressing climate change. They will engage in a captivating discussion about Plant ARC’s pioneering research on cellular

Amphibians Abound Home School Walk

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Earth Day with a search for frogs, toads, and salamanders!Celebrate Earth Day with a search for frogs, toads, and salamanders! Learn about the species that live in the Park and how we can help amphibians thrive. Best for ages 6 and up.

The Role of Business Leaders in Addressing Bias and Hate

Perry World House 3803 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join CEOs Stanley Bergman of Henry Schein Inc and Farooq Kathwari of Ethan Allen Interiors to discuss how the business leaders address bias.Jewish and Muslim leaders have worked together for years advocating for issues of common concern. A primary focus has been combatting the rise in bias and hate crimes in our country. CEOs Stanley Bergman and Farooq Kathwari will share their experiences in leading these efforts.SpeakersSince 1989, Stanley M. Bergman has been Chairman of the Board and CEO of Henry Schein, Inc., a Fortune 500® company and the world's largest provider of health care products and services to office-based

From Kelpius to the Rod of Iron: Cults and New Religious Movements in Pennsylvania

Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The state of Pennsylvania and the city of Philadelphia are home to a diverse array of churches and religious organizations. This program will outline the history of some of the most famous religious monuments of our region. We will begin in the 17th century with the figure of Johannes Kelpius, a German Pietist who established an apocalyptic religious community in the Wissahickon Valley. We will then move to the 19th century to examine the Theosophical Society, a new religion that merged East and West, whose United Lodge is still located in Center City. We will conclude by discussing the Iron

Free

Fundamentals of Raw Clothing Constructions and Life Skills Workshop Series, led by Netfah Amina- Afia

Utility Works - Art Studios & Maker Space 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

Utility Work's MakerSpace is proud to present the Fundamentals of Raw Clothing Constructions and Life Skills Workshop Series, led by Netfah Amina- Afia. This six-part course will cover a holistic range of perspectives on our relationship with clothing. From studying the materiality and learning hands-on how to manipulate different materials and fabrics to reflecting on our ecological responsibility and learning actionable steps to become better shepherds of the planet to discussing basic concepts of holistic dress, this course challenges its students to cultivate a slow fashion mindset in a fast fashion world. Each week, students will leave the class with

$50 – $250

Profs & Pints Philadelphia: The Life of Barbie

Black Squirrel Club 1049 Sarah St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Profs and Pints Philadelphia presents: “The Life of Barbie,” on a plastic icon and her cultural legacy, with Emily Aguiló-Pérez, an associate professor of English at West Chester University of Pennsylvania who has extensively researched Barbie as a scholar of childhood, media, and popular culture. Few toys have shaped culture quite like Barbie has. From her debut in 1959 to the billion-dollar success of the 2023 film bearing her name, Barbie has been a mirror of society, a lightning rod for controversy, and a symbol of transformation. She often has found herself at the center of society’s evolving conversations about

$13.50 – $17

Fundamentals of Raw Clothing Constructions and Life Skills Workshop Series

Utility Works 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

Our Go-Green DIY workshop series offers experiential learning where registrants are taught basic holistic design concepts and raw constructiUtility Work's MakerSpace is proud to present the Fundamentals of Raw Clothing Constructions and Life Skills Workshop Series, led by Netfah Amina- Afia. This six-part course will cover a holistic range of perspectives on our relationship with clothing. From studying the materiality and learning hands-on how to manipulate different materials and fabrics to reflecting on our ecological responsibility and learning actionable steps to become better shepherds of the planet to discussing basic concepts of holistic dress, this course challenges its students to

Old House Care Workshop – Masonry: Mortar and Brick

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

WMAN Historic Preservation Initiative and Cliveden of the National Trust present the Old House Care 2025 Workshop Series! WMAN's Historic Preservation Initiative champions the economic, environmental, and community benefits of saving our historic places. Increase your knowledge on common house care topics through this three part workshop series. On Tuesday, April 22nd, Ray Tschoepe and Andrew Staples will lead a class on masonry - mortar and brick. Class begins at 6:30pm in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. Online registration recommended as space is limited. A donation is suggested: $10 per workshop or $25 for all

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Transcending Suffering: The Buddhist View of Emptiness

Common Space County Line Road 301 E County Line Road, Ardmore, United States

Transcending Suffering: The Buddhist View of Emptiness April 22: What is Emptiness? April 29: Ultimate Relaxation May 6: Profound Peace May 13: Letting Go of the Limited Self May 20: Living Lightly: Emptiness in Daily Life Classes are taught by Meditation Teacher Julie Francisco. Julie is a senior teacher and practitioner who has studied Kadampa Buddhism for over 12 years and she has engaged in extensive meditation retreat. She is a close disciple of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso and a student on the the Teacher Training Program. An executive assistant at an international consulting firm by profession, Julie shows a

$15

An Evening of Jazz with Paul Geiss Trio

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, United States

You're Invited to a Tuesday night Jazz escape, on Tuesday April 22 at 7:30pm ArtSmart and Artsi have teamed up to deliver a night of jazz featuring the incredible Paul Giess Trio, with special guest John Viscardi and some of Philadelphia’s most talented artists. Enjoy us for an evening of soulful rhythms, all while sipping on complimentary wine, beer, and indulging in delicious light bites. Every note played is not just entertainment—it’s supporting ArtSmart’s mission to provide tuition-free music lessons and mentorship to youth in under-resourced communities across Philly and beyond. Come for the beats, stay for the cause, and

$40

Weekday Bird Walk

FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required. Join birders Sara Boucas-Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Important Bird Area. Bring your binoculars and be prepared to walk on all types of surfaces. Walks are rain or shine. GATES OPEN AT 7:45 am. Please be on time as the group leaves promptly from the parking lot at 8:10 am, and the gate will close at 8:10 am. Members: FREE Non-Members: $18 (includes admission to Tyler for the day) Non-Member Senior: $15

Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11

Mansions Along The Delaware

Hill-Physick House 321 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join the Powel House Committee and PhilaLandmarks for a special day of touring three historic mansions along the Delaware River.Please join the Powel House Committee and PhilaLandmarks for a special day of touring. We will be visiting three historic mansions along the Delaware River and enjoying lunch at the oldest tavern in Pennsylvania.As an added bonus we will have a special guide on the bus to provide additional information about interesting places we pass as we travel from site to site. Our tour will start at the lovely Glen Foerd house built in 1850 by Charles Macalester. The next

Wednesday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower

Thomas Mansion 6245 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meeting at Thomas Mansion Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools, moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to

Sprouts

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning. $20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership. Register Now

Event Series Native Plants of Spring

Native Plants of Spring

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest are beautiful, inspiring, and critically important for healthy landscapes. From the subdued colors and fragrances of spring wildflowers to the exuberance of summer perennials and the captivating hues of fall foliage, discover a wealth of plants to satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for spring. Examine their key identifying characteristics, preferred growing conditions, overall size, and ecological significance. Students seeking the certificate must pass the onsite exam. One hour garden tours follow weekly lectures. Tours include walking over

$249

The Secret Lives of Spring Wildflowers

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Skunk cabbage, bloodroot, and trout lilies are among the first signs of spring and warmer weather ahead. Spring ephemerals and wildflowers must complete part of their life cycles before the tree canopy leafs out, reducing light levels at the forest floor. These plants face many challenges including unpredictable weather and pollinator availability. Spring wildflowers have special adaptations to overcome these challenges and intricate relationships with pollinators and seed dispersers. Learn more about these wildflowers, their life histories, and plant-insect interactions, and look for them during a guided walk in the gardens. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba

$29

OPEN GYM Hours @ Design Gym

Design Gym LLC 179 West Berks Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

EXPLORE DESIGN to exercise your curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning through a self-guided experience. Walk-ins welcome.

Earth Day at the Library

West Oak Lane Library 2000 East Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Raised beds and raised awareness! Volunteer to clean up the West Oak Lane Library garden and some early Spring planting.Earth Day is Everyday!Volunteer to prepare the West Oak Lane Library garden for the 2025 growing season.Urban gardens provide a wide range of benefits for the people who tend them and the communities they nourish. These productive green spaces support climate resiliency, a healthier environment, and health & wellness. Urban gardens like the one at the West Oak Lane Library are an integral part of a healthy neighborhood providing an avenue for food sovereignty.All ages are invited to help prepare the

Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop

Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! You can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant, biodiverse meadows. Whether you're a home gardener, professional landscaper, or a budding ecologist -- we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators, build soil health, and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. Session 1: Wednesday, March 12th, 5-7PM - The Why & How of Meadow Making at Houston Meadow Session 2: Wednesday, March 26th, 5-7PM - Converting the Suburban Plot, site preparation and native

$100

The reimagining of the oldest building on Broad Street

Center for DesignPhiladelphia 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Lindsey Scannapieco will discuss the approach and ethos in reimagining the iconic buildings at Broad and Pine.This presentation by Lindsey Scannapieco, the Founder of Scout, will focus on the approach and ethos in reimagining the iconic buildings at Broad and Pine, where Strickland, Furness, and Haviland left their influence. Since 1892, these spaces have nurtured artists, makers, and educators --- giving rise to institutions like the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Now, we have the opportunity to build on that foundation, transforming these interconnected buildings into a dynamic ecosystem of studios, small businesses, non-profits, and artist residences—an open-ended, ever-evolving place of

Co-op Social – Game Night at Weavers Way Ambler

Weavers Way Co-op - Ambler 217 East Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA, United States

Join us for a fun night of games and socializing at Weavers Way Ambler - it's gonna be a blast!Join Us for Game Night at the Co-op!Looking for a fun and relaxed evening? Bring your friends or meet new ones while playing board games in the café! We’ll have a selection of snacks and a few games to get things started, but feel free to bring your favorites to share.Make a night of it—grab a delicious meal from our prepared foods section and settle in for some friendly competition. All ages are welcome, and it's BYOB for the grown-ups.Come for

Make and Mend

Starr Garden Recreation Center 600-44 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A textile reuse, mending, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!BYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help, whether it’s darning, patching, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles, embroidery thread, pins, scissors, sewing machine, iron, interfacing, basic thread) will be provided.Feel free to BYO handcraft, specific color thread, etc.This gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings, together. Come fix that hole in your sock, sew on that button, hem that pair of pants.Show up, hang out, and fix your things.While this isn’t a formal workshop or class, support is available for

Provisions | A Virtual Discussion

Attend this virtual session to discuss the exhibit Provisions with artist Rainey Tildale '94 and poet Charlotte BoulayProvisions is a collaboration between artist Rainey Tisdale '94 and poet Charlotte Boulay (HC staff), which will be on display at the Entrance Ramp Gallery of Lutnick Library from April 1 - June 2, 2025. Join us for a behind-the-scenes discussion on the making of the exhibit with Rainey and Charlotte. Provisions invites the Haverford community to experience poetry as tangible nourishment that girds us for the work of being human. The exhibit showcases Rainey's "poem preserves"—buckeyes inscribed with carefully selected poems, nestled

Primitive Pottery: A Journey from Soil to Earthenware

Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a month long journey to learn about primitive pottery including: hand building, wild clay processing, and wood fired ceramics!Welcome to Primitive Pottery: A Journey from Soil to Earthenware! Join 4 Elements Earth Education at Historic Rittenhouse Town for this hands-on experience series where you'll be introduced to the ancient art of creating pottery from scratch (well, soil actually). You will be guided through the stages of processing wild clay, crafting with various hand building techniques, and utilizing only wood on an open fire to produce your very own earthenware creation. Get ready to roll up your sleeves,

Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11

Volunteer – Spring Gardening

Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

Did you know more than 40,000 plants thrive at Stoneleigh: a natural garden? Grab gloves and join staff and fellow volunteers in weeding, planting, mulching, and other seasonal garden projects. Volunteering with Natural Lands is a great way to learn more about the natural world, give your time to a great cause, and connect with like-minded people. The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details. Capacity is limited for this small-group event, and pre-registration is required. If you sign-up, please show-up. If you need to cancel, please let

Thursday Volunteer Service Day

Forbidden Drive and Bells Mill Rd. Philadelphia, PA, United States

Photo courtesy of Stacey Gray Meeting at Bells Mill Road and Forbidden Drive There are two parking lots a short walk away from our meeting location. Please be mindful of your surroundings when crossing Bell’s Mill bridge from the lower lot. There will be porta potties available nearby. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us along as we clear stormwater infrastructure of dirt and debris to maintain proper water flow, prevent erosion, and support the health of both the trails and surrounding ecosystems by reducing the risk of water damage

Sprouts

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning. $20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership. Register Now

Forest Friends Storytime

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Monthly Nature themed story time for children ages 2-6 with caregiver, then themed crafted to take home.Monthly storytime for 2-6 years that is nature themed, and to finish a nature craft to make and take home.

Lunch & Poetry Thursdays

Charles L. Durham Library 3320 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Enjoy fresh, delicious food made by Chef Tonii and inspired by spring, with a side of poetry.It's a celebration of seasonal foods, spring, and National Poetry Month!Bring you and yours. We’ll bring the fresh foods, plates, and poems.

Nature Book Club: The ServiceBerry by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet to discuss the newest book from Robin Wall Kimmerer, famous author of Braiding Sweetgrass.This book is available to borrow at the Andorra Free library. This book club meets the last Thursday of every month at 3pm . Please shop local if you plan to buy it!

OPEN GYM Hours @ Design Gym

Design Gym LLC 179 West Berks Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

EXPLORE DESIGN to exercise your curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning through a self-guided experience. Walk-ins welcome.

Creative Movement Workshop with Silvana Cardell

Taller Puertorriqueño 2600 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

In this community workshop at Taller Puertorriqueño, dancer and choreographer Silvana Cardell will lead participants in creative movement exercises. Participants will learn about Cardell’s current project, TERRA: Bodies and Territories, which explores the shared vulnerabilities between women’s bodies and the environment through the medium of dance. The workshop will guide participants in movements drawn from TERRA, exploring how their bodies relate to natural elements, mimicking growth, flow, resistance, and connection to the earth. The session will culminate in a choreographed dance piece. Register Now Please note: This workshop will take place at Taller Puertorriqueño, which is located at 2600 N.

Mindful Birding Walk: Scott Arboretum at Swarthmore College

Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Combining nature, mindfulness, and community engagement is such a powerful way to connect people to the environment.Join us in this collaborative effort with Wild Birds Unlimited in Glen Mills, Holly Merker (co-author of the book "Ornitherapy", A Mindful Birding and Forest Bathing Guide, and Co-host of the Mindful Birding PodcastMindful Birding Network, Founder & Member), and Scott Arboretum at Swarthmore College. (We will meet at the entrance of the Arboretum. Look for the sign).Mindful Birding pairs observing birds with mindfulness techniques, creating a practice that cultivates a heightened awareness and fosters connections. Labeling or identifying birds is not the primary

Old City Untapped

A Man Full of Trouble 127 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This month, step into the past at A Man Full of Trouble Tavern for an evening of drinks and discussion.Join us for Old City Untapped, a free gathering where history and hops come together! This month, step into the past at A Man Full of Trouble Tavern for an evening of drinks and discussion. This is a free event open to the public but please RSVP so we have an idea of how many to expect. The only way to guarantee a seat is to arrive early!Historical romance author Rose Lerner shares her research into Jewish social, legal, and political

Tour the PECO Green Roof

Peco Building 2301 Market St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Join PHS on an hour-long tour of the green roof at PECO’s downtown Philadelphia headquarters. At 45,000 square feet, the PECO green roof offers stunning views of the city. It includes an observation deck and an “intensive” area featuring large planters filled with native grasses and perennials such as switchgrass, little bluestem grass, Agastache, and Amsonia. Pre-registration of all participants is required one week in advance of the tour. No walk-ins allowed. DATE April 24, 2025 TIME 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm COST General Admission: $15 PHS Members: $10 LOCATION PECO Building 2301 Market St Philadelphia, PA 19103

LEDC 5-Year Strategic Plan – Community Input Meetings

Utility Works - Art Studios & Maker Space 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

Join us on either April 24th or 27th for a community meeting to help shape the future of Lansdowne through art, business, and community!The Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) is crafting a five-year strategic plan as part of our Main Street Matters designation renewal. This plan will drive our efforts to empower the community, strengthen connections between artists and residents, and build a more resilient small business ecosystem.Join us at one of two community meetings where we’ll share our draft plan and invite feedback from residents, artists, business owners, and stakeholders. Attend whichever works best for your schedule, as both

Early Access Plant Party

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

Help us kick off our opening weekend sale!Early Access Plant PartyThursday, April 24, 5:30 - 8 PMKick off the growing season by attending our exclusive opening night party! Get first dibs on plants while enjoying an open bar and hors d'oeuvres in the company of other plant enthusiasts.Experts from the Delaware Valley Rhododendron Society as well as Jenkins' horticulture staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide expert guidance on plant selection throughout the evening.Can't join us for our Early Access Plant Party? Shop during our Plant Sale Weekend on Friday, April 25 - Sunday, April 27 from

Weeknights at the Wagner: Landscapes of Enslavement

Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 West Montgomery Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Archaeologist Jillian Gale will discuss how she uses archaeological and archival data to document how people navigated enslavement.WEEKNIGHTS AT THE WAGNERLandscapes of Enslavement in the Chesapeake and Caribbean, with Jillian Galle, PhDAs an archaeologist, Jillian Galle studies how thousands of small artifacts, from ceramics and fish bone to tobacco pipes and glass trade beads, can reveal previously hidden patterns in human behavior. For twenty-five years, her work with The Digital Archaeological Archive of Comparative Slavery at Monticello has brought together millions of artifacts, field notes, maps, and images from dozens of sites of enslavement across the American South and Caribbean.

Intro to Zine-making and Bookbinding

The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library 4700 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Make your own zine at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library in West Philadelphia.About this eventDo you have a story to tell, information to share, or art/poems to display? Join this Zine-Making and Bookbinding Workshop, no experience is required! Zines are a great way of sharing your ideas with your community, and we’ll work together to craft your zine!This class will focus on creating a zine out of your idea, covering how to make zines and bind small books. We’ll learn how to make 3 styles of zines. and 2 bookbinding styles. You can decide what matches your

Power of Herbs & Spices – Herbal Medicine in Your Kitchen With Ursula Adams

Weavers Way Co-op - Ambler 217 East Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA, United States

Come learn how to harness the power of herbs and spices for your health with Ursula Adams in your own kitchen!Explore the powerful medicinal properties of common herbs and spices found in the kitchen. From parsley, cilantro to turmeric and ginger, these kitchen staples have long been used for their healing qualities, offering benefits like reducing inflammation and boosting immunity. The workshop will provide an overview of the most popular herbs and spices, detailing their unique health benefits and practical ways to incorporate them into everyday cooking. We will prepare 2 separate recipes – a versatile Chimichurri as well as

Cliveden Conversation – The Sacred Remains: American Attitudes Toward Death in the Early 19th Century

Online

Join Dr. Gary Laderman as he explores the changing attitudes toward death and the dead in the first half of the 19th century. Our current exhibit at Cliveden, The Turmoil of Transition, explores the experiences of one household after the death of Benjamin Chew Jr in 1844. The program is free and virtual; advanced registration through our website is required: https://cliveden.org/cliveden-conversations/ About the Speaker Dr. Gary Laderman is the Goodrich C. White Professor of American Religious History and Cultures at Emory University and author of numerous books including two on the history of death in America: The Sacred Remains: American

Free

Uncle Bobbie’s X Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts – Black Joy Workshop

Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books 5445 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome the amazing Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts for a special workshop around Black Joy.Joy Is Your Birthright!We are thrilled to welcome author, and NAACP Image Award winner, Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts for an intimate, hands-on workshop experience around reclaiming BLACK JOY.So many of us are looking for ways to reclaim JOY in light of the challenges and chaos of this moment in our country. It's incredibly important that we are intentional with, as Tracey says, "writing joy into our days." Through this micro-workshop Tracey will walk us through some of the exercises in the Black Joy Playbook

Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents Gallery Talk with 1838 Black Metropolis

Historical Society of Pennsylvania 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the curators of Free, As One: Black Worldmaking in the Pennsylvania Abolition Society Papers, and 1838 Black Metropolis co-founders Morgan Lloyd and Michiko Quinones for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) archives. HSP’s newest exhibit highlights themes of Black self-determination and leadership from the 1770s onward in the abolition movement of the Mid-Atlantic region. Drawing from the Pennsylvania Abolition Society (PAS) collection and commemorating the 250th anniversary of its founding, the exhibit refocuses attention on abolition as a global Black-led political movement championed by the PAS. Through an assembly

Free
Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11

The Wissahickon in April with Debbie Hoellein and Jim McClory

Walnut Lane Golf Club on Magdalena Street Philadelphia, PA, United States

Photo courtesy of Brad Maule Meeting at the parking lot across from Walnut Lane Golf Club Join Debbie and Jim as we hunt for spring ephemerals! Last year we saw spring beauties, mayapples, bloodroot, jack-in-the- pulpit, trout lilies, and trillium. Will we be that lucky this year? We’ll also check on what the frogs are doing at the frog pond. We may visit some points of historical interest on our route. This hike is about 4.5 miles and we will plan to spend about 3 hours on the trails. There are some rocky ascents and a particularly rocky descent, so

Migration Madness

Join birding expert Tony Croasdale for birding walks in the Wissahickon and NW Philly during the peak spring migration.Thursday, April 17, 10 amFridays 10 am, April 25- May 30Except May 23-7:30amJoin birding expert Tony Croasdale for a series of birding walks during the peak spring migration. We will explore different Parks and recreation sites in Wissahickon Park and Northwest Philadelphia.April 17- Valley Green (meet outside Valley Green Inn) Wood DucksApril 25- Rex Ave (meet at Rex Ave trailhead), Louisiana WaterthrushMay 2- Upper Roxborough Reservoir (meet at Lare St and Porty Royal Ave) Warblers, etcMay 9- Pastorius Park (meet at Shawnee

Arbor Day Tree Planting

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Celebrate Arbor Day with the Arboretum!The Arboretum has a longstanding tradition of planting trees on Arbor Day. First observed at Haverford on April 4, 1902, representatives of the Pennsylvania Forestry Association came out to the campus to celebrate the holiday. It became such a popular celebration that in the early 1900s a song was arranged by J. H. Redfield, Class of 1899, and published by Hums and Noble. Over the years, the Arboretum has planted hundreds of trees in honor of this special day.This year Luke Hamilton will be our guest speaker. Luke is a preserve manager with Natural Lands

OPEN GYM Hours @ Design Gym

Design Gym LLC 179 West Berks Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

EXPLORE DESIGN to exercise your curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning through a self-guided experience. Walk-ins welcome.

Rebirth: Nature Trail Art Display

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Wander the Nature Trail and appreciate art in honor of Earth Week!Join us for Haverford College's first-ever pop-up art display on the Nature Trail. Come experience creative works by the Haverford Community nestled in nature as we focus on Earth Week and the "rebirth" of recycled materials into works of art! Registration is not required for this event. If you would like to register to receive art show updates, you are more than welcome to do so. Please feel free to arrive anytime between 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. as the walk is unguided. This pop-up has a raindate of Saturday,

YPE Volunteers at Novick Urban Farm!

Novick Urban Farm 6400 Hog Island Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join YPE Philadelphia volunteering at an urban farm! All energy professionals, networkers, and farmers welcome.In honor of Earth Month and with the spirit of giving back to the planet, YPE Philadelphia is signing up to volunteer at Novick Urban Farm, an educational production farm in Philadelphia! Join us from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at 6400 Hog Island Road, as we work alongside fellow volunteers, connect with community members, and gain valuable insights into how an urban farm operates in the heart of the City of Brotherly Love. Everyone from energy professionals to farmers are welcome to join! Post-shift networking and

Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents Public History Workshop: Using, Doing, Teaching Black History

Historical Society of Pennsylvania 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

In partnership with the 1838 Black Metropolis, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania will host a two-day workshop on breathing life into the archives. The workshop will focus on liberation and civil rights histories through several centuries in the Philadelphia metro region. Historian and artist Nell Irvin Painter will present “Arrived, New Names,” as the keynote address Friday evening. Sharing insights about her commissioned artwork focused on William Still’s Journal C of the Underground Railroad, she will set the tone for exploring how creative projects can share complicated and compelling histories. In her talk, she will dive into her research into

$10 – $20

Germantown Sound Sessions

Our House Culture Center 6380 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support talented musicians in the heart of Germantown at this live music kickback!Join us for Germantown Sound Sessions, a live music kickback, for a night out with local creatives. Complete with 3 live music sets featuring local musicians and art on display from a visual artist. Germantown Sound Sessions delivers your Friday night vibes just right.Get your tickets early, the last Germantown Sound Sessions SOLD OUT!Event DetailsTickets: $15 pre-sale tickets, $20 general admission, limited $25 tickets available at the door until the show is sold outLive Music Sets: There will be 3 live music performances featuring Jacqueline Contance, Jonill and

Science After Hours: Booms & Blooms

The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, Pa, United States Minor Outlying Islands

The ultimate adults-only night at the museum is back—and this time, it’s exploding with color, cocktails, and curiosity! Get ready for an electric fusion of flowers and flames as science gets loud, bold, and downright dazzling. Wander through mind-blowing exhibits, sip on exclusive floral-inspired drinks, and dive into hands-on activities that’ll ignite your sense of wonder. This isn’t your average event—it’s a full-blown sensory experience with beats, brews, and botanical wonders. Dress to impress in your brightest florals, boldest sparkles, and most colorful fits. Science has never looked—or felt—this fresh! Your Ticket Includes: Full evening access to all exhibits and

$40

Rabbit Hole by David Lindsay-Abaire

The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

Rabbit Hole, by David Lindsay-Abaire, opens at The Stagecrafters on April 11. The play premiered on Broadway in 2006 and won multiple Tony Awards followed by being awarded the Pulitzer Prize for drama in 2007. It was later made into a film starring Nicole Kidman. The play is about grief, loss, change and how the five characters cope differently with a tragic event. Despite its dark premise, the play is filled with moments of humor as the characters begin to face reality with grace and joy. “Grade A! A transcendent and deeply affecting new play which shifts perfectly from hilarity

$26 – $30

Spring Bird Walk

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Spring Bird Walk.In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Spring Bird Walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer. Mr. Whitmer will lead participants on a leisurely walk around Riverbend's preserve to check out the many species of birds that call it their home.We are offering separate start times for adults and families.Adult Bird Walk: 8:00am - 9:30amFamily Bird Walk: 10:00am - 11:00amThe Adult Bird Walk is for participants ages 12 and over. Limit of 20 participants for the Adult Bird Walk. This is a free

Event Series Pick Your Own Asparagus

Pick Your Own Asparagus

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Pick Your Own Asparagus season at Linvilla Orchards is here! This delicious vegetable is ripe and ready to be picked from our fields, and we all know nothing is better than freshly harvested asparagus from Linvilla Orchards. Before you start picking with small children, explain to them how to identify ripe asparagus. If you need any help we have knowledgeable staff on hand! Dress comfortably. Follow all signs and instructions by the Linvilla staff. It’s peak asparagus season so make sure you reserve your timed tickets now! Pick-Your-Own is open 8 am - 4 pm daily at Linvilla Orchards. Tickets

$3 – $11

Lincoln Drive Clean-Up

Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This event was originally scheduled to be our Annual Creek Clean-up, but due to weather concerns, we’ve moved our Lincoln Drive clean-up to this date instead. If you were already registered for the creek clean-up, your registration rolls over.  Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown Parking in the paved lot along Lincoln Drive is not recommended, as it is the site of frequent car break-ins. Regardless of where you park, be sure to refrain from leaving any valuables in your car. Please note that there will be bathroom access during the service day. We have very exciting plans for this service day. We

Uhuru Flea Market

Clark Park 4300-4398 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia

Join One Africa! One Nation! (OAON) Uhuru Flea Market brings in its 21st Season in West Philadelphia with our April Marketplace on Saturday April 26th from 9AM-5PM (rain date Sunday) in beautiful Clark Park. Shop from some of your favorite handmade and vintage vendors, food fun and community connection! OAON Markets promote economic self reliance and self determination! Want to learn more? We are looking for volunteers to contribute time and skill to building this important institution! Are you a maker or a vendor that wants to sell your one of a kind products with Uhuru! There's room for you!

Free

Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Each adult must register individually in order to complete the waiver. Parents/guardians must complete registration for individuals 18 and under. Registration full but would like to still participate? Please contact Kimani Keaton at kimani@bartramsgarden.org to be added to our waitlist.

Event Series Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Our highly popular Native Plants Series is available in a new course format. View the prerecorded lectures at your own pace prior to joining Mt. Cuba staff for scheduled onsite 2-hour garden tours. Native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest are beautiful, inspiring, and critically important for healthy landscapes. From the subdued colors and fragrances of spring wildflowers to the exuberance of summer perennials and the captivating hues of fall foliage, discover a wealth of plants that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for

$249

Garden Walk and Nature Journaling

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Rain date: May 3 Certified in Nature Journal Education through the Wild Wonder Foundation, Meg Lemieur will teach a class on the practice of nature journaling. She defines nature journaling as collecting and organizing observations, questions, connections, and explanations about the natural world that surrounds us on paper using words, pictures, and numbers. You don’t need to be an artist, writer, or a naturalist to begin. In this class, you will be guided to look closely, notice more, and learn to notate the wild world at Bartram’s Garden. Teaming up with Lady Danni, a passionate forager, and member of the

Earth Day of Service

Ruth Bennett Community Farm 1202-1498 Carla's Lane, Chester, PA, United States

Come lend a hand on tasks to help the farm get ready for the spring season!Come lend a hand on tasks to help the farm get ready for the spring season! Tasks will include building and replacing beds, filling beds with soil and compost, cutting back overgrowth, mulching trees, and shoveling woodchips.Ages 12 and up (must be accompanied by an adult). No experience needed. Please wear close-toed shoes and bring layers (including a long-sleeve layer), and wear clothes that can get dirty. Bring your own water bottle.

Celebrate Trails Day on Cobbs Creek Trail

Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Avenue Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Trails Day in Cobbs Creek will celebrate its sixth year running on Saturday, April 26th 2025 from 10am-2pm at the playground/park area at Thomas Ave & Cobbs Creek Parkway just north of Whitby Ave. Brought to you by Clean Air Council and Fairmount Park Conservancy this free event will kick off beginning at 10:00am with over a dozen exhibitors offering family friendly games, resources, information, education and activities for residents to connect with. The event will conclude with a ribbon cutting for a new playspace that will offer playful learning and early literacy opportunities for children in Cobbs Creek.

Free

Independent Bookstore Day Celebration

208 Cherry St 208 Cherry Street, Norristown, PA, United States

Recycle Read Repeat has been open 2 years! Let's celebrate on Independent Bookstore Day!Come celebrate small business, community and books at our cozy used bookstore.BOGO 50% off on all books! Every kids gets a free book.We will have snacks!And one our our favorite customers, 10 year old Fern, will be making balloon animals!Who knows what else we will do!Parking on Lafayette and Main is FREE on the weekends.

Sheep Shearing Day

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, sewing, candle-dipping, and

Free

3rd Annual Crooked Billet History Fair (covering Montgomery & Bucks Counties and Northeast Philly)

Keith Valley School Events Center 227 Meetinghouse Rd., Horsham, United States

Join your neighbors from across Montgomery and Bucks Counties and Northeast Philly for the 3rd Annual Crooked Billet History Fair -- which celebrates the Revolutionary War's Battle of the Crooked Billet -- a wonderful afternoon for adults, seniors, families, students, kids, educators, enthusiasts, and anyone who loves history and their community! The 2025 fair - the area's premier FREE annual history event - will offer over FORTY exhibitors from Hatboro, Philadelphia, and across Bucks and Montgomery Counties including historical societies, museums, municipalities, community organizations, and more. These organizations will offer their fascinating artifacts, maps, photos, documents, models, apparel, photo ops,

Free

LO Philly | Hiking Juntos : Valley Forge Picnic

Washington's Headquarters 1400 North Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, PA, United States

Let's hike together and enjoy nature! | Vamos de excursión juntos y disfrutar de la naturaleza!LO Philly | Hiking Juntos : Valley ForgeJoin us for a fun day of hiking at Valley Forge National Historical Park! Followed by a BYO picnic party.Get ready to explore the beautiful trails, enjoy the fresh spring air, and connect with comunidad on Celebrate Trails day¡Únase a nosotros para un divertido día de senderismo en el Parque Histórico Nacional Valley Forge! Prepárate para explorar los hermosos senderos, disfrutar del aire fresco de la primavera y conectarte con la comunidad.Trail Info/Información de la RutaEstimated Duration/Duración estimada:

April 26 Kids Art Club class with Bob Dix Ages 6-18 11AM Session

The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Kids Club 6 years old and up. Please only sign your child up for 1 session.Kids Club art class is a 1 hour and 15 minute art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:00am-12:15pmWe will be making jellyfish from recycled materials! When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with their child through this class.Please submit age of

BioBlitz at The Woodlands

The Woodlands 4000 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for an exciting BioBlitz on Saturday, April 26 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at The Woodlands! In partnership with Green Philly, The Woodlands, Bird Philly, Skype A Scientist, Andrew the Arborist, City Nature Challenge and Philadelphia Mycology Club participants will use the app iNaturalist to explore the biodiversity of The Woodlands (an incredible green space located in West Philadelphia) all while participating in community science! Community science data collected through iNaturalist observations is key to help monitor urban biodiversity health. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or a curious beginner, all are welcome to participate in this accessible,

Free

Save + Sort Volunteer Day (April ’25)

The Resource Exchange 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Help us sort donated fabrics, textiles, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!Volunteer to help our team divert a wide range of creative materials away from the landfill and back into the hands of our creative community where they can be reused in countless creative projects!✓ Water bottle refill station and restrooms are available on-site✓ Wheelchair Accessible*Please Note* Although volunteer activities will be conducted indoors, our building at 1800 N American St. is a large warehouse space where the air conditioning cannot always keep at pace with the elements. Please stay hydrated, and if you are especially sensitive to heat, we'd

Naturepalooza

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Earth Day with the Schuylkill Center at Naturepalooza! For our 60th anniversary, we’re going bigger than ever, with our Center-wide scavenger hunt, nature-based crafts and activities, guided hikes from community members, local food trucks, and so much more! Meet some of our favorite community partners, get your hands dirty, and celebrate nature with us. This year, Naturepalooza will a musical performance from Ants on a Log, a dance preview of  Terra: Bodies and Territories,  Story Time with Molly from Anndorra Library,  a presentation by artist Rebecca Rutstein, and more. Naturepalooza is free to attend. Sign up below for event

Naturepalooza

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Earth Day with the Schuylkill Center at Naturepalooza! For our 60th anniversary, we’re going bigger than ever, with our Center-wide scavenger hunt, nature-based crafts and activities, guided hikes from community members, local food trucks, and so much more! Meet some of our favorite community partners, get your hands dirty, and celebrate nature with us. This year, Naturepalooza will a musical performance from Ants on a Log, a dance preview of Terra: Bodies and Territories, Story Time with Molly from Andorra Library, a presentation by artist Rebecca Rutstein, and more. Naturepalooza is free to attend. Sign up for event and

Free

West Craft Fest

The Woodlands 4000 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

WEST CRAFT FEST Saturday, April 26th, 2025 Raid Date: Sunday April 27th West Craft Fest is open to all and free to attend. For over a decade, The Woodlands has served as the venue for West Craft Fest, featuring 130+ local makers, vendors, and performers. The Woodlands welcomes thousands of visitors through the historic gates at West Craft Fest. For many folks, it’s their first time visiting the cemetery. West Craft Fest requires ample staff time, resources, and wear and tear on the site. Whether you’re a long-time attendee or a first-time visitor, please consider making a $1 -$5 donation

Spring Food Truck Frenzy at Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

It's Food Truck Frenzy time, and we're bringing in loads of deliciousness on wheels! Join us for an exhilarating event featuring a lineup of fantastic food trucks dishing out everything from pasta to waffles, tacos to barbecue, lobster to cupcakes, and even gelato! Check out the list of participating food trucks here to see what's cooking this year. But wait, there's more! Brace yourself for a day packed with excitement beyond just tasty treats. Groove to lively music beats, hop on hayrides, take a pony ride, and get your face painted for extra fun. This isn't your ordinary food event—it's

The Fullest Moon of Sonia Sanchez

d'griot gallery 51 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience talented poets pay tribute to the revolutionary poet Sonia Sanchez! Come celebrate her along with live music and conversationCome on out to d'griot gallery to experience talented poets honoring revolutionary poet Sonia Sanchez! Poets will be reciting poems from "Full Moon of Sonia" and other works inspired by her. This event is a Karen Smith Experience, and it will be hosted by Lady Sarkazym. We will be celebrating her along with live music and conversation.Also Featuring:Poets: Nzadi Keita, Kirwyn Sutherland, Regina Jennings, Debra Wright, Leslie Hamilton, Lindo Yes, Elijah Pringle, Toni Love, Nikki Powerhouse, Trapeta Mayson, Andre Saunders, Donna

Birds of a Feather: Art, Nature & Community at Tacony Creek Park

Whitaker Ave and Loudon St, Philadelphia PA 19120 Whitaker Ave and Loudon St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for Birds of a Feather, a family-friendly celebration that blends graffiti art and nature—because art belongs in the places we love! 📅 Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 12:00 – 4:00 PM ☔ Rain Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025 📍 Tacony Creek Park, Whitaker Gateway, Whitaker Avenue & E Loudon Street, 19120 Happening on Circuit Trails Day and Earth Day weekend, this exciting event—imagined by local artist Jay Correano in collaboration with TTF Watershed Partnership—brings together live mural painting, local artists, and hands-on activities for all ages. What to Expect: 🎨 Live mural painting by the V.U.R.T Creative 🛍️

Event Series Homecoming

Homecoming

20*20 Gallery 20 Lansdowne Court, Lansdowne, PA, United States

Homecoming Curated by Meg Wolensky Homecoming unites 20 LGBTQIA+ artists from the Greater Philadelphia Area, exploring the comforts and complexities of queer domestic life across generations and identities. Through themes of love, resilience, and chosen family, this exhibition carves out space for queer stories to be seen, felt, and honored. Set in Lansdowne—home to one of Pennsylvania’s largest LGBTQIA+ populations—Homecoming invites viewers to reflect on the meaning of home and belonging while amplifying the voices of those who have long shaped our cultural landscape.

Free

Spring Family Fest

The Navy Yard - Central Green Rouse Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Navy Yard is gearing up to host its highly anticipated Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! on April 26th from 12-5p.m. at Central Green. This exciting event promises to be an unforgettable day of activities and entertainment for all ages. The Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! is a free event and open to the public, making it accessible to all members of the community. It is set to immerse attendees in the rhythm of live music, provide a world of fun-filled activities for children, tantalize their tastebuds with delicious offerings from pay-as-you-go food trucks, and support

Free