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Academy Book Circle: Water Always Wins

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

Join the Academy for the second summer Book Circle to read and discuss Water Always Wins: Thriving in an Age of Drought and Deluge by science journalist Erica Gies. Sessions are held every other week on Zoom, from July 27 to August 24, for a total of three sessions. Week 2 Reading Selection: pages 96–207 Chapter 4. Beavers: The Original Water Engineers Chapter 5. Reclaiming Historic Water Knowledge in Modern India Chapter 6. Planting Water: How Water Shaped Culture in Ancient Peru Chapter 7. Let Floodplains Be Floodplains: Antidote to the Industrial Era About Water Always Wins: “In this quietly radical book, science

Volunteer – Summer Gardening

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

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

WHYY Little Library Story Time

I Street & Ramona Avenue, I Street and Ramona Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19124, United States

Join WHYY in Tacony Creek Park for Story Time by the Little Library – Free! Plus hands-on art, literacy activities, and book giveaways! For more information or to register for this free program, contact Colleen Slotman at 215.928.2459 or cslotman@whyy.org

Splish Splash

Stroud Preserve, 454 North Creek Road, West Chester, PA, 19382, United States

Come out and splash in the Brandywine Creek! Squish in the mud, swish your toes in the water, and splash your friends. Kids and adults are invited to play in the stream, relax, and enjoy the last days of summer.

FABSCRAP PHL Volunteer Session: Thursday, August 4, PM session

BOK 1901 S Ninth St., Unit B05A, Philadelphia

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping our volunteers, community, and team safe:Masks are required to enter the FABSCRAP warehouse.Volunteer stations are spaced at least 6 feet apartCleaning and sanitizing of volunteer stations and frequently touched surfaces will take place between all volunteer sessionsThe FABSCRAP

Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Bartram’s Village, 54th & Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, 19143

Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers not accepted).   You can also catch the Sankofa Farm Stand at Clark Park Farmer’s Market in West Philadelphia every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 10am-1pm!  

Thursday Free Boating for Southwest Neighbors

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, United States

Southwest Philadelphia neighbors, join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience necessary. Suitable for all ages and beginners. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.  

Five Easy Steps for Home Composting

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon

Everyone can compost - no backyard needed!Five Easy Steps for Home Composting Thursday, August 4, 6:30 – 8:00 pm Presented by Colleen Falicki, Founder, Back to Earth Compost Crew Everyone can compost! Composting keeps food waste out of landfills and promotes healthy garden soil. If you have thought about composting but didn’t know how to begin, or if you tried but were unsuccessful, join us to learn the basics and get your questions answered. No backyard needed! Colleen is passionate about the role of composting and regenerative agriculture in addressing climate change – come take this step to reduce your