Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If it's too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.

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

Hosted by ICA’s Student Board, this year’s annual Student Week begins with a cyanotype workshop with visual artist, Yannick Lowery.Hosted by ICA’s Student Board, this year’s annual Student Week begins with a cyanotype workshop with visual artist, Yannick Lowery.Inspired by Cheng’s interest in experimental photography from ICA’s current exhibition, Carl Cheng: Nature Never Loses, Lowery will teach participants how to assemble and develop unique and personal cyanotype prints.This program is free and open to all Philadelphia-based college students. Please show your college ID upon registration.About the instructorYannick Lowery is an interdisciplinary artist currently residing and working in Philadelphia, PA. Originally

Come join us to learn more about "Welcoming Homes" a non profit in our neighborhood matching with immigrant youths with host families.Distraught, dismayed desperate to do something? Come to the Welcoming Homes Zoom workshop to learn how to house or assist single, young adult, asylum seekers. "Welcoming Homes" matches refugee and asylum-seeking young adults, living without family or a safety net, with safe homes and caring families. Our families have room in their homes and in their hearts to provide a residential environment with opportunities for basic human needs met in a restorative atmosphere.Could yours be one of the region’s

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

Join us as we explore the lessons from Philly's comeback story and why it should serve as a model for struggling cities across the U.S.Once a struggling post-industrial city, Philadelphia grappled with decades of economic decline, population loss, and a deteriorating tax base. Yet, against the odds, a bold policy—the 10-year property tax abatement, first applied to commercial-to-residential conversions and later to new residential construction—ignited an urban resurgence.This presentation examines how this powerful incentive revitalized neighborhoods, attracted new residents, and spurred private investment when other strategies failed. Through compelling data, case studies, and expert insights, we uncover the true impact

This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!

Monthly book club meeting to discuss environmental themed books. Can be picked up at the Andorra library!Book available to borrow at the Andorra Library. Discuss stories over tea.Walk ins welcome ! Yu can pixk up a copy at the Andorra Library branch

This year Student Week features a panel that explores the career paths of individuals working in the art & creative industries.Hosted by ICA’s Student Board, day two of this year’s annual Student Week continues with a special panel that explores the career paths of individuals working in the art and creative industries.Moderated by Associate Director of The Sachs Program for Arts Innovation, Chloe Reison, this panel discussion features artists, art administrators, and creatives working at the intersection of contemporary art, publishing, community engagement, and more.As alums from The University of Pennsylvania and neighboring schools, these panelists will discuss how to

Come find your writing people every third Thursday at Norristown's favorite bookstore, Recycle Read Repeat.

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

Help us celebrate the launch of our Kickstarter for PHILADELPHIA IN COLOR, 1950-1990!Join Hidden City at Paradigm Gallery + Studio to celebrate our Kickstarter launch for PHILADELPHIA IN COLOR, 1950-1990, a first-of-its-kind color photographic history of Philadelphia!Mingle with fellow Hidden City supporters, take in the galleries, enjoy light drinks and snacks, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the photo research and curation process.We also invite you to bring your own vintage Philly photos (or negatives or slides) to submit to the project -- we can scan & digitize them for you right there on the spot!ABOUT PHILADELPHIA IN COLOR:Hidden City

Thursday, March 27, 2025 6:00 PM 8:30 PM Indy Hall Clubhouse (map) Join us for an evening of insightful discussions, networking, and community-building as we explore practical ways to navigate climate anxiety. RSVP online here. # Moderator: Garrett Broad - Associate Professor, Communication Studies & Provost's Fellow for Sustainability at Rowan University Panelists: Simcha Zevit, ACC- WholeBeing Leadership and Life Coach Ashley Scott, ALM- ESG Manager at Valvoline Tammy Lee- Senior Manager Energy Infrastructure at City of Philadelphia Susan Sunhee Volz- Environmental Justice Program Manager at API PA Jada Ackley- Environmental Justice Specialist- Green Philly and Formerly EPA This is event is co-hosted

Photo courtesy of the Free Library of Philadelphia Meeting at Blue Bell Field Parking Lot This hike is the second of a two-part series covering the WPA additions at the southern end of the park. Ever walk past a structure in the Wissahickon and observe a cornerstone with the initials WPA and a date? WPA is short for the Works Progress Administration, a federal New Deal program during the Great Depression that helped provide jobs for unemployed workers. Fairmount Park and the Wissahickon Valley were sites for multiple WPA projects and some controversy. Join us for a loop walk that

Join us along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! Volunteers needed to help with tree care, landscaping, litter and beautification!Volunteers Needed! Join us for a day in the park along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! We'll be cleaning up the park, completing some invasive removal, general landscaping tasks and maybe some tree care for newly planted trees. Meet at the picnic pavilion near the soccer fields!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have

Planet Day 2025: Tipping Point – Meeting the Moment with Innovative Climate ActionPlanet Day 2025: Tipping Point – Meeting the Moment with Innovative Climate ActionMany sustainability advocates see 2025 as a critical inflection point for climate action, and this year’s Planet Day conference is all about rising to meet the moment. Hosted by Wharton's Sustainable Business Club, the event brings a hopeful lens to how innovation and strategic thinking can drive real solutions to today’s sustainability challenges.Join us on Friday, March 28 in Huntsman Hall, where we’ll feature insightful speakers and discussions on key topics such as investing in climate

Support talented artists in the heart of Germantown at this interactive community art show!Join us on 4th Friday for Germantown Art & Sound, a kickback for local creatives with an art show highlighting local artists. Complete with complimentary wine, live music and a playlist that is uniquely curated by our guests, we deliver your Friday night vibes just right.Event DetailsTickets: Suggested donation of $10. Cash, cash app, venmo and card accepted at the door.Food & Drink: Complimentary wine and a food vendor will be available. This event is also BYOB.Transportation: Our House Culture Center is easily accessible by bus (route

Excel Events coordinates reforestation of 20 acres of Bucks County land across from Truman High School, Ben Franklin middle school 2024-2025Excel Events is coordinating the reforestation of over 20 acres of Bucks County land across from Truman High School, Ben Franklin middle school, and Green Lynne along Mill Creek Rd in Bristol Township, PA.2025 Volunteer DatesTree Tending, Invasive Removal and WateringSaturday 3-29-25 (9am - 12 noon)Saturday 4-19-25 (9am - 12 noon)Saturday 6-21-25 (9am - 12 noon)Saturday 7-12-25 (9am - 12 noon)Saturday 8-9-25 (9am - 12 noon)Tree Planting Dates:Saturday 5-3-25 (9 am - 1pm)Sunday 5-4-25 (9 am - 1 pm) Saturday

Tap into your creativity as you craft a one-of-a-kind gemstone bracelet, symbolizing the innate connection we share with the natural world.SATURDAY, MARCH 29Gemstone Bracelets: Connect with Nature10:30 AM–12:00 PMJessica O’Connell, Owner of Beads of a FeatherShake off the past seasons and embrace the fertile soil awakening around you! Reconnect with nature through calming guided meditation and gentle live music. Tap into your creativity as you craft a one-of-a-kind gemstone bracelet, symbolizing the nourishment, guidance, and innate connection we share with the natural world. This workshop will be a reminder that you are not apart from nature, but truly a part

An Intermediate Course in Screenprinting at the Soapbox Community Print Shop and Zine Library in West Philadelphia.About this EventIn this intermediate-level course, students will learn how to make multiple-color layered prints. The class will cover how to successfully plan a print to get the most out of overlapping layers to yield secondary colors and color mixing, several methods of registration to make sure that layers line up correctly, and how to work on editioning tactics. This is an in-person, intermediate-level class and should be taken by someone who has already taken the Introduction to Screenprinting course or is a member

Join us on March 29th from 2:00–3:30 PM at Utility Works for a hands-on workshop on best practices for art and craft fair booths.Join us on March 29th from 2:00–3:30 PM at Utility Works for a hands-on workshop on best practices for art and craft fair booths. Led by national merchandising expert Anne Cecil, this workshop will cover five key factors to help you maximize sales and profits: Product Assortment, Pricing, Booth/Table Merchandising & Presentation, and Customer Service.The workshop will begin with a lecture on best practices in these areas, followed by an analysis of two in-person booth setups featuring

de>crescendo: Trusting Our Dynamic Selves Through Change is a trauma-informed workshop exploring music and embodied sound as tools for resourcing ourselves through change, facilitated by Mel Hsu, in partnership with Bartol Foundation. Vocal, percussive and movement exercises will be offered, but no musical experience is required. Bodies of all abilities are encouraged to register. Content most appropriate for ages 18+. Organizers will send out a “Know Before You Go Guide” one week before the workshop. A therapist from our community partner, Mango Tree Counseling, will be available on site as a resource during the workshop. *Registration is free with limited to

Using a spectrum of basic to more involved sculptural stitches, practice on an embroidery hoop and a guided sewable pattern book. All agesExperience a portable lesson in a variety of important embroidery stitches. Create a sampler book using sewable tutorials and practice on an embroidery hoop. We will sew in Studio 16, tour the pier, and move outside next to the bridgescape on Cherry Street Pier. All materials included. All ages and abilities.Bonnie MacAllister iis going into her third year a a Resident Artist at Cherry Street Pier. Her studio practice involves interactive collaborative workshops demonstrating her studio practice of

One of the country’s premier Asian-American contemporary dance companies, Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers (KYL/D), announces its 27th Home Season, LUNA (月)/Dance, Myth and Nature, at the Mandell Theater on Friday, March 28th and Saturday, March 29th. LUNA (月) invites audiences on a luminous journey through a series of original danceworks that explore the moon as a symbol of connection, reflection, and transformation. From ancie mythology to the natural rhythms of the tides, LUNA (月) weaves together diverse cultural perspectives and artistic visions. ----- Friday March 28th / 7:30PM Saturday March 29th / 2:30PM* & 7:30PM** *Q&A after 2:30pm show | **VIP Reception

An all level Hatha yoga class for the fam. With a relaxing meditation at the end. Enjoy a Sunday morning with your loved ones.This class with be for the whole family. All level Hatha yoga class. With a relaxing meditation at the end. Enjoy a Sunday morning with your loved ones. Check out our last Family Yoga event. d'griot will provide complimentary herbal tea.About Lex:Alexa is a yoga instructor residing in the Germantown nieghborhood. She has her RYT-200 in Hatha yoga and teaches regulary at studios across the Philadelphia area. She works to find ways to provide affordable yoga to

Join us for this series of energizing dance and workout exercises to afrobeats music, closing with a calming meditation.AFRVBZ: Afrodance Meditation CircleDate: January 26th, 2025Time: 10:30 - 11:45 amLocation: One Art 1431 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19131Are you looking for a fun way to stay fit and get active this winter season? Join your new favorite African Fitness instructors, Razaq (Dance & Mindfulness) and Femi (Personal Trainer) in a multi instructor, 3 part monthly series that gives you an energizing dance and workout session to great afrobeats music and a calming meditation to close (All bodies & fitness levels

Say “yes” to the dress at Bride’s Day! Explore Lotus Threads NY, meet wedding pros, & enjoy exclusive giveaways & styling tips!A Sustainable Bridal Experience Honoring Women-Owned Brands! Brides-to-be, get ready for Bride’s Day: Sustainable Bridal Expo Preview - an eco-chic celebration dedicated to making your bridal journey effortless, elegant, and sustainable.This VIP preview event offers a glimpse of our upcoming all-day Sustainable Bridal Expo, featuring a curated collection of sustainable gowns and handpicked wedding vendors. In honor of Women’s History Month, we are excited to spotlight Lotus Threads New York, a woman-owned bridal brand known for its breathtaking, ethical

Join Cara for a dynamic workshop that will combine visual and oral storytelling, interactive activities and discussionJoin Cara for a dynamic workshop that will combine visual and oral storytelling, interactive activities and discussion.She'll highlight her work with her eco-art installation repurposed performance-based school bus tiny home and her book, Zazu Dreams, a cross-cultural, climate-justice book and animation.You can find out more about her work:https://www.carajudea.com/

Photo courtesy of Irene Lotka Meeting at the Northwestern Avenue and Forbidden Drive Kiosk Join Debbie, Jim, and Irene as we hike the northern part of the Wissahickon in March. We’ll be staying on the north side of Bells Mill Road, walking in Andorra Natural Area, and on the Orange Trail on the east side of Wissahickon Creek. Our route includes both loops in Andorra Meadow and the wooded area and passes the benches of 3 special people. We’ll see the remnants of the nursery Andorra once was and look for signs of emerging Spring. We may even try out

Music, Movement, Stories, and GamesFor ages 3-6For ages 3-6For ages 3-6This program will include games, yoga, mindful movements, music, singing, dancing, a book reading, and fun with our senses!

Have you ever wanted to open up your own community cafe? or another community business?? Come through to learn from the best!

Knowledge and skill-building for Germantown housing and developmentLearning Our Community PowerTeach-In Series ::: March - May 2025A knowledge & skill-building series of presentations and workshops for neighbors who want to support low-income affordable housing and Beloved Community in GermantownThere have been some changes to the schedule for this series. The info posted here is updated. Due to political factors outside of our control we needed to postpone the start date for the series, find a few new presenters, and flip the order of topics. Thank you for bearing with us as we navigated this!Session 2: Planning & Zoning 101Speakers: Keyana

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 6-week series: 3/31–5/56:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorOur Mindful Yoga practice consists of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Bring yoga blocks and straps to use with modifications.This is a HYBRID series—virtual and indoor in-person options.Members: $72/6-week seriesNon-Members: $102/6-week series

Join the theatre community on March 31, 2025, at the Temple University Performing Arts Center to kick off the 8th Annual Philly Theatre Week! This year's kickoff is in partnership with the annual Temple Theatre's Raise Your Voice event, raising awareness and celebrating the diverse voices in our Greater Philadelphia theatre community. See preview scenes, songs, and interactive performances from participating 2025 Philly Theatre Week companies.

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,

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 discussion with the chefs/owners of Vedge about their innovative approach to plant-based cuisine.Join us for an exclusive event featuring Philadelphia locals Richard Landau and Kate Jacoby, the visionary chefs and co-owners of the renowned VEDGE restaurant. Known for their innovative approach to plant-based cuisine, Landau and Jacoby will discuss their culinary journey, sustainability philosophy, and creative processes that have made them a groundbreaking force in the world of fine vegetarian dining. They will share first-hand insights of the challenges and innovations shaping the future of food and offer a unique perspective on gastronomy in a climate

Come join our fun Kid’s Art class where your little ones can unleash their creativity and create masterpieces!Welcome to Kid’s Art class with MS. Amy in studio 4&7 at Cherry Street Pier.Come join us every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 5pm for a fun and creative art session for kids. Let your little ones unleash their creativity and imagination in a vibrant and inspiring environment.MS. Amy will guide the children through various art projects, helping them explore different techniques and materials. From painting to drawing to crafting, there’s something for every young artist to enjoy.Located at North Christopher Columbus Boulevard,

The Battle of the Wabash On November 3, 1791, the army of the new American republic congregated along the Wabash River in Ohio to prepare an attack on Native American strongholds. By the end of the next day, the army would suffer what was to be the worst defeat in U.S. history by Indigenous people. Sometimes called The Battle with No Name, this bloody event would trigger the first-ever Congressional investigation and halt U.S. westward expansion for the next four years. Join author Rick M. Schoenfield at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, at Historic Waynesborough to find out more about

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome award-winning author, Kiese Laymon for the launch of his new book, "City Summer, Country Summer".While the DJ's spinnin' a tune as the old folks dance at your family reunion - Fresh PrinceAward-winning writer and professor, Kiese Laymon joins us for a discussion about the importance of connecting with our family and how transformative it can be to spend a summer down South (or up North).Kiese will be joined in conversation by Marc Lamont Hill. Come through for this amazing talk and then read or gift this book to that next generation of siblings and

Please drop in anytime during our Weeding Wednesdays and help our native plants flourish!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian with them during the volunteer event.

Join the Bridlewild Trails Association for a guided hike in the Mill Creek Valley Park.We will meet at the Har Zion Parking Lot starting at 9:45 am and leave promptly at 10 am.We will be walking for about one hour -- nothing too stressful or strenuous. Hiking shoes or good sneakers are highly recommended. If the weather is too wet or the paths are too muddy, we will postpone.

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

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

A FREE screening of Alex Eaves' documentary REUSE! Because You Can't Recycle The Planet, at STITCH AND DESTROY. .Celebrate the start of Earth Month with STITCH AND DESTROY! We are hosting a FREE screening of REUSE! , a documentary that inspired STITCH AND DESTROY's beginnings as a business dedicated to reusing textile waste.Reuse! Because You Can't Recycle the Planet by Alex EavesReuse! follows Reuse Pro Alex Eaves' cross-country adventure to the 48 contiguous US states. He finds endless reuse solutions for our waste problem that are sustainable, easy, and fun. And he learns how reuse benefits people, planet, and wallet.Check

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

REGISTER HERE Trip Leader: Troy Bynum Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 180 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve. Dixon Meadow Preserve eBird Hotspot A Note About Our Field Trips: We encourage participants to regularly

Philly Goat Project is proud to partner with Grief Coach, Naila Francis, and offer the community Free Grief Walks in Nature alongside our herd of 13 goats. We welcome anyone to join us, regardless of loss and regardless of time since the loss. Join us for our Spring Grief Walk. Apr 05, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event This year, for each walk, we will be focusing on one of the 4 elements found in nature (fire, earth, water, air). Make sure to check out each

Join Philly Queer Birders for an outing at Awbury Arboretum. Free and no registration required!

Start off Earth Month right and learn how to make seed bombs!Start off Earth Month right and learn how to make seed bombs! Our seed bombs are a mixture of clay, compost, and native wildflower seeds. Get your hands dirty and make your own seed bombs that you can plant in your garden or throw in an empty lot. This is a drop-in friendly event, no ticket is required. Each seed bomb will be $5 to make or 3 bombs for $12. Seed bombs purchases will be available at STITCH AND DESTROY during the event. TOSS THEM AND REJUVINATE THE