Events

Discover amazing end of season blowout deals on all your favorite houseplants!Ugly Plant SaleJoin us for our annual Ugly Plant Sale at Plant and People our End-of-Season Blowout Sale! Shop a huge selection of houseplants at deeply discounted prices. These plants may be a little rough around the edges and in need of some TLC, but they still have plenty of growing left to do!If you’ve been looking for a large, affordable plant or love bringing plants back to their full potential, you do not want to miss this sale. Come give an “ugly” plant a new home!

Discover the artist within through the process of painting with wool and create a unique, handmade work of art.Wool watercolor is an exceptional, meditative art where the piece is created by layering dry wool onto fabric (not needle felting). Under the weight of glass these complex layers of wool appear vibrant and rich with 3D effects. Choosing from sample designs with fall landscape and pumpkin themes, you’ll go step-by-step through the process, finishing with your own artwork ready to hang.All materials provided—size is 8” x 10,” framed under glass. Perfect for any skill level.Led by Maria Gio, Artist & Owner,

Learn sewing machine basics and re-style an old button-down shirt, through the art of UPCYCLINGLearn sewing machine basics and re-style an old button-down shirt, through the art of UPCYCLINGJoin Studio Dingen's Kaya for her popular Button-Down Upcycling workshop!During this workshop you’ll learn the basics on how to use the sewing machine and use different upcycle techniques to transform an old button-down shirt into a new design that fits your style.Kaya (She/Her) is a Dutch creator who has always been focused on sustainability in the fashion industry. With Studio Dingen (which translates to Studio Things) Kaya upcycles old clothes and other

Learn to sew several types of handmade books! Materials pre-cut and prepped!Join STITCH AND DESTROY for a fun crafty evening of creating your own hand-stitched book. Corey and Haven will guide you step by step in creating multiple hand-stitched books, in different techniques!This is a hand sewing workshop and great for all levels. All materials will be pre-cut and prepared- but you'll still be able to choose your thread color and the fabric for your book covers.The key difference between this workshop and Advanced Bookbinding, is that in Advanced the materials are not pre-cut or prepared for you- and you

Sew a eight-pocket drawstring travel jewelry pouch. Previous Sewing Experience REQUIREDSew a eight-pocket drawstring travel jewelry pouch. In this class, you’ll hone your skills in sewing smooth, precise curves and constructing clean drawstring channels to keep your small items organized on the go. You can adapt these skills for endless future pouch and bag projects.Previous machine sewing experience required.Please note: If we do not have record of your taking a beginning sewing class at the lab, we request a quick skill check of your sewing skills.You can register for this class in person starting September 28th. Online registration opens October

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,

Meeting at Regal UA Main Street (3720 Main Street) Parking: There should be plenty of parking in the theater lot. Our location is serviced by the Manayunk/Norristown regional rail and the 9, 27, and 61 buses. See transit map for details. Bathrooms: We’ll stop to use the restrooms at the Cosmic Cafe about a quarter of the way through our ride. Distance: 17 miles Audience: Ages 18+ Rain Date: October 30 Join Trail Ambassadors Lisa Kleiman, Jean McWilliams, Sheryl Rose, and Doug Gibson for a 2-wheeled cruise along the Schuylkill River! We’ll meet in Manayunk and then pedal across the

Event Details October 20th – Beech Leaf Disease Walking Tour, Tuesday, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM In summer 2024, beech leaf disease (BLD) was discovered in American beech trees along the northern edge of the Pennypack Preserve. In 2025, Pennypack Trust began hosting a research team from Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories to study different methods—including silvicultural thinning and chemical injections—for slowing the progression of BLD and preserving one of our most heavily American beech-dominated forest tracts. Now that the experimental treatments have been completed, researchers will monitor their effects on the trees over the next five years. Join Dr. Matthew

In person at the Valley Green Inn or online on Zoom Many a gardener, flower lover, or backyard farmer hates that most dreaded of garden chores: getting rid of weeds. Tama Matsuoka Wong offers a new approach to many plants deemed undesirable: manage them, turn them into delicious food, teas, structures….in other words reap their abundance. A self-described “failed” gardener turned garden contrarian, she looks to cues as to what plants grow wild naturally in situ, and, besides that, sells many pounds of invasive weeds to markets and chefs. On a more personal level, she will share with you the “why” of

Hosted by the Bucks County Beacon and Doylestown Action League Moderated by Connor O’HanlonJoin us for an inspiring evening of conversation and connection as we explore how we can drive meaningful change through climate action, environmental justice, and mutual aid.This panel brings together leaders working at the intersection of science, policy, business, and media to build a more equitable, sustainable future. We’ll discuss how local action can ripple outward to create lasting impact—from reducing carbon emissions to reimagining how we care for one another.If you’ve ever wondered how to get involved, where to start, or how collective participation can strengthen

Linked Family Services is entering a new chapter in how it reaches and supports Philadelphia families. On October 22, the organization will officially cut the ribbon on its Tiny Essentials Mobile Care Program, expanding its ability to bring essential resources and family support directly into communities. Following the ribbon cutting, the celebration continues at 11 a.m. with Fall Essentials & Family Fun at The Link at Lancaster, bringing families together for seasonal resources, community connections and family-friendly activities. 📍 The Link at Lancaster 4244 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19104

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Meeting at the St. Martin’s Lane Trailhead (St. Martin’s Lane and Huron Street) Join Trail Ambassador Jon McCabe and our Director of Field Stewardship, Shawn Green as we travel along the Cresheim Creek during the spookiest month of the year! We will talk about famous mysterious creatures such as Bigfoot, Nessie, the Jersey Devil, and some lesser-known local monsters as we encounter ruins and travel through a shady little pine grove. Along the way, we’ll work together to create legends and lore of a brand new Wissahickon creature. Costumes are highly recommended! Please note that there will be a rocky

For the 8th year in a row we’ll be getting together to socialize, eat, carve pumpkins, and see who makes the best maitake (or other mushroom) jerky. Everyone is invited! As always we are doing a costume contest – mushroom themed costumes are highly encouraged. Winner will receive a PMC merch bundle and bragging rights. 🎃 Please let us know if you’re coming by registering (for free) Here ** IF YOU ARE BRINGING A DISH to share please make a list of all the ingredients used to be displayed on the table. We will provide index cards if you need

October 28 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Pinelands Alliance’s Public Lands Advocate, Jason Howell, will provide a master class on community organizing illustrated through our campaign to keep data centers out of the Pinelands on Wednesday, October 28! The power of community has shown to be strong time and time again as New Jersey fights data centers. But this power can also be used to fight other bad ideas that jeopardize the places and people we love. Sign up for the 7pm session here and you will be sent a Zoom link.

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Hill-Physick House’s Annual Halloween Fall Fundraiser, when two iconic eras are pitted against each other for an epic battle! Beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, October 29, 2026, you are invited to choose. Do you fancy the waistcoats, gowns, and powdered formality of 1776 when we proclaimed our independence? Or do the funky rhythms and leisurewear of 1976’s disco era keep you stayin’ alive? For those who want to dress up, pick one, the other, or a combination of both and prepare to battle for your era. The evening will culminate with a grand costume

SustainPHL is more than an awards ceremony: it’s the ultimate night to connect, celebrate, and be inspired with leading changemakers.Philadelphia has been welcoming the world in 2026 - and SustainPHL is bringing together the people creating a more sustainable future right here at home.The 9th annual SustainPHL returns on Thursday, October 29, at a new venue: The German Society of Pennsylvania.As Philly takes the international stage during a historic year for the city, SustainPHL celebrates the local leaders, organizations, businesses, and ideas showing what sustainability can look like in Philadelphia and beyond.SustainPHL is more than an awards ceremony: it’s the

Meeting at Houston Playground (900 Grakyn Lane) Join Debbie Hoellein, Jim McClory, Paul Neumann, and Paul Ricker on an autumn hike in the beautiful Wissahickon. We’ll be hiking on both sides of the creek, through meadow and woods. Courtesy Stable is on our route along with 2 bridges. What do the plants look like in October? Our approximately 4.5 mile route includes a rocky decline and a walk up Monster hill. Children 12 years of age and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult, but please- no dogs except for service animals Check out a preview of our hike