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Fall Migration Bird Walk

Sadsbury Woods Preserve, 443 Old Wilmington Road, Coatesville, PA, 19320, United States

As the season begins to change, birds are prepping for their fall migration. Join Assistant Preserve Manager Claudia Winters in search of south-bound migratory birds and learn which birds are moving through Sadsbury’s woodlands. These habitats provide resources for a variety of species, including warblers, flycatchers, and thrushes.  (NOTE: To get to the event please click here or type in 443 Old Wilmington Road, Coatesville, PA 19320. Please don’t just type in Sadsbury Woods Preserve in your GPS, that will lead you to the middle of the preserve, via a neighbor’s driveway.) 

Volunteer – Fall 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

Volunteer – Care for Nature

Saunders Woods Preserve, 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA, 19035, United States

Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in removing invasive plant species, nurturing native plants, and restoring habitats. Projects vary, but good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! Natural Lands cares for more than 23,000 acres and 120 miles of trails, and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you. 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 enthusiastic, like-minded people. The health and safety of staff and volunteers is our highest priority during this outdoor volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details. Capacity

Richard’s Rambles: Grand Meadow Wildflower Display

FOR ADULTS (18+) AND YOUTH AGES 15+ As summer wanes, the meadows come alive with life! A glorious display of flowers and insects gain sustenance from each other while birds and dragonflies fill the air above. We will look for several species of native goldenrods and discuss the important role this keystone species has in our ecosystem. This edition of Richard’s Ramble will be slower-paced with mostly level walking as we concentrate on the smaller, fascinating community living in the meadows. There’s more to discover in Tyler’s 650 acres. Join Dr. Richard Brenner for a walk through the various eco-communities at Tyler.

Afternoon Activities/Home School Programs

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

This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.

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!  

WeWalkPHL Thursday Walking Group

Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center

Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community. Thursday walks will be held weekly at 5 PM between September 1 and October 27, 2022.  

“Three of a Kind” Opening Reception

Bartram’s Garden Barn

Three of a Kind is on view from September 15 to October 20 in the Barn gallery space at Bartram’s Garden. The opening reception is on September 15 from 5-8PM and will feature DJ Papo. The Mshindas will host an open mic poetry event on October 20th for the closing reception from 5-8PM. For more information, contact vinyltap215@gmail.com.    Three of a Kind brings together the creative practices and artworks of family members DuiJi, Kara, and Dahra Mshinda. In this one-of-a-kind collaborative exhibition, the Mshindas share a collection of artwork that ranges from figurative to abstract drawings, photographic portraiture, assemblage,

TAP IN Thursday

Life Do Grow Farm 2316-50 North 11th Street, Philadelphia

An opportunity for Philadelphia’s holistic healers to gather, share wisdom, and transform through interactive community healing sessions.

Native Grasses for Your Garden

Discover native grasses with Jenkins' Executive Director, Tom SmarrNative Grasses for Your Garden Thursday, September 15, 7:00 – 8:30 pm Presented by Tom Smarr, Executive Director, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Grasses are not just in the lawn or a green tuft along the roadside. Grasses are an important part of the ecological structure of many plant communities, plus provide aesthetic interest in the garden. There are a wide variety of native species that grow in a spectrum of conditions with a diversity of shapes, colors, and growth habits. Join Tom Smarr to learn more about great species, selection, and design

50th Anniversary Gala & Awards

Join us for our 50th Anniversary Gala & Awards celebration at the beautiful Ridgeland Mansion in West Fairmount Park! Deadline to purchase tickets is September 1 – get yours here! ( https://bicyclecoalition.secure.nonprofitsoapbox.com/gala2022 ) WHO: the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia honoring Alison Cohen (founder of Bicycle Transit Systems ( https://www.bicycletransit.com/ )), Pedal Posse Divas ( https://ppdivas.weebly.com/ ), Acrow Bridge ( https://acrow.com/ ), Stan & Kim Barndt, and our outstanding BCYC Athlete of the Year. WHAT: A party celebrating 50 years of advocacy, education and impact toward making everyone’s ride better in the Greater Philadelphia region! We’ll host a cocktail hour, silent auction, live auction, dinner