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Gaia Theory

Center for Art & Social Engagement: A program of Rowan University Art Gallery Westby Hall, first floor, room 110 237 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro

On view at the Center for Art & Social Engagement in Westby Hall from October 4 through December 21, Gaia Theory, an exhibition of Emily Erb’s collage and silk paintings. Erb embeds within the boundaries of a larger-than-life human form, navigational charts such as road, topography, and war campaign maps to represent the different facets of the human physiological system. Road maps become the nervous system, topographical maps become the circulatory system, and war maps become the lymphatic system. Each work in the series stands at 9.5 feet high by 4.5 feet wide which are within the same dimensions as

Ongoing

Artrageous: Creating Art for Social Justice IN PERSON

The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia

This 4 week multi-media class will enable participants to create art about specific political, social or emotional issuesThis 4 week multi-media class will enable participants to create art about the specific political, social or emotional issue that is important to them. Issues discussed will include justice, equality and human rights. Students will spend each class creating mixed media works using any or all of the following: drawing, painting, collage, photography and writing. These works will showcase the artists’ ideas, translating the issues they are passionate about into works of art.About the teacher:Carolyn Harper is a Philadelphia based artist who creates

The Clay Studio presents “Urschrei” by Better Lovers

The Clay Studio 1425 N American Street, Philadelphia

The Clay Studio presents new exhibitions from alums of their Resident Artist program, including “Urschrei” by Better Lovers, the moniker for the evolving artistic practice of Layla Marcelle and Jacob Raeder. The duo launched Better Lovers in 2016 as a design company that applies contemporary dance methodologies to object-making. Raeder has exhibited, taught, and participated in artist residencies all over the world, sharing the view of an expanded field of ceramics that encompasses the 21st-century conception of a materially engaged maker not beholden to a single medium. Marcelle is an American artist who engages with multiple artistic mediums, including ceramics,

Free

New Member Tour

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! Our docents would love to provide our newer members with an introductory tour of Tyler! We will show you some highlights you may not have discovered yet, along with sharing some of the fascinating information about the collections, trails, trees, and historic buildings that are sitting on land purchased by the Minshall family in 1681. If you have any special requests, let us know, and we will try to fit them in! REGISTER HERE

Teaching Environmental Justice: A Celebration of Writing and Literacy

Penn Museum 3260 South Street, Philadelphia

PhilWP, Teachers Institute of Philadelphia, and the Penn Museum host their annual conference presented by and for Philadelphia educators.The Celebration of Writing and Literacy is an annual two-day conference presented by and for Philadelphia educators. The focus is teacher research and knowledge.​ This year’s theme, Teaching Environmental Justice, asks how, at a moment when the effects of climate change and environmental contamination are increasing, especially for poor communities and communities of color, educators in all disciplines teach their students the facts they need to take action to renew the earth around them.Featured Speakers:Jerome Shabazz, founder and Executive Director of the

Volunteer – Nurture Nature

Green Hills Preserve, 550 Gunhart Road, Mohnton, PA, 19540, United States

Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Join fellow volunteers in removing invasives, nurturing native plants, or restoring habitat. 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 volunteer event. Please review “before you go” details.

Volunteer – Give Back to Nature

Stroud Preserve Private Entrance, 449 Lucky Hill Road, West Chester, PA, 19382, United States

Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Join fellow volunteers in removing invasives, nurturing native plants, or restoring habitat. 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 volunteer event. Please review “before

Gentle Flow Yoga

Saturday mornings, 9:30 -10:30 am Join instructor Christina Teofilak and experience a slower flow class incorporating simple sequences suitable for beginners and intermediate levels. Poses will be guided with modifications focused on alignment and gentle movements, along with breath. Please bring a yoga mat. All classes will be held on-site in the Barn or outdoors, weather permitting. Your first workout is free with admission to Tyler (non-member admission is $15; feel free to stay for the day after class!). After that, you pay a fee of $15 per in-person class, payable to the instructor at the start of class; multi-class discounts are available

The Magic of Nature: The Ground We Walk On

FOR CHILDREN AGES 6-11 With magnifying glasses in hand, we will walk into the woods and get a hands-on, close-up look at the ground we walk on. Let’s find out what’s under our feet, talk about how it got there, and why it’s important to the natural world. Are you looking for ways to increase your child’s awareness of the natural world? Then, join us as we begin a new adventure at Tyler for youth ages 6-11: The Magic of Nature! Barbara Frank, one of our experienced Docents and a PA Master Naturalist, will guide you. Seeing our youth fall in love

Spooky Silhouettes

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

At Stoneleigh, each dead tree is considered an opportunity, because while they may not look like it, these seemingly dead trees are actually teeming with life! They play a vital role in the lifecycles of hundreds of species of wildlife, providing places to nest, rest, eat, and grow. Join us for a lecture and garden walk on how dead trees support wildlife and add unique beauty to the garden.

The Magic of Nature: The Ground We Walk On

FOR CHILDREN AGES 6-11 With magnifying glasses in hand, we will walk into the woods and get a hands-on, close-up look at the ground we walk on. Let’s find out what’s under our feet, talk about how it got there, and why it’s important to the natural world. Are you looking for ways to increase your child’s awareness of the natural world? Then, join us as we begin a new adventure at Tyler for youth ages 6-11: The Magic of Nature! Barbara Frank, one of our experienced Docents and a PA Master Naturalist, will guide you. Seeing our youth fall in love

Nurture in Nature

Hildacy Preserve, 1031 Palmers Mill Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Enjoy a gentle, all-levels yoga practice guided by certified instructor Christina Alden, followed by a simple, grounding meditation. Christina will encourage us to observe and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature while reconnecting to ourselves through a hike around the preserve. Photo: courtesy of christina alden Reflect and pause with a brief journaling exercise and be immersed with a sound bath provided by certified vibrational sound practitioner Mindie Hung to soothe our souls and leave feeling nourished and inspired.  Photo: courtesy of mindie hung Wear comfortable clothing and consider layers since the weather can vary. The trails are considered

Women on Trail: Solo, Safe, and Strong

Bear Creek Preserve, 47 Rabbit Run Lane, Bear Creek, PA, 18602, United States

Start off on the right foot by hiking the Bear Creek Preserve with wilderness skills instructor Weavre Molina. You’ll learn basic safety, Leave No Trace ethics, map reading, and other solo hiking skills while walking together through our very own boots-on-dirt classroom. With a short hike and multiple stops for discussion and practice, no one will be left behind. This intro-level workshop is intended for new hikers, but experienced outdoorspeople are welcome – and might just learn something new as well! *This event welcomes all women, regardless of their assigned gender at birth.

Now + Then Marketplace Harvest Homies + Philly Flea Hackett Elementary

Thunderbird Salvage 2441 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia

Now + Then is back with another fun filled Fall marketplace taking place around Thunderbird Salvage - recently voted One of Philadelphia’s Best Vintage Clothing Spots. The market extends all the way down and around the new Fishtown Flatiron building right off the York street roundabout where neighborhood industrial landmark Joe's Appliance used to stand. N+T is happening in conjunction with the oldest vintage market in the city, The Philly Flea, right across the street around Hackett Elementary. Combined- the two markets take up 3 city blocks, hosting over 100 local vendors in total including food from Waffles Philly, spooky

Free

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Philly Bike Ride

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy

Philly Bike Ride invites you to a completely car-free and non-competitive bike ride to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, serving as a new tradition to recognize our work and legacy, bring the community together, and support our youth cycling program! Pedal past the historic sites of Center City and Independence Hall, enjoy water views along Penn’s Landing and Kelly Drive, and take in charming neighborhoods such as Manayunk. Whether you own a bike or not, all are welcome to ride with us! See you on October 15, on this unique opportunity to bike through our vibrant city on 20 miles of completely car-free streets. MEMBER PERK ALERT! Bicycle

Spiral Q’s 22nd Annual Peoplehood Parade

Paul Robeson House 4951 Walnut St., Philadelphia

Join us as we march in celebration of the People - especially those who live and work at the forefront of fighting against oppression and discrimination. Peoplehood is handmade and people powered, bringing the community together with giant puppets, drum lines, banners, performances, and art. The parade begins at 1pm at the Paul Robeson House 4951 Walnut St Performances start around 2:30 at Clark Park at 45th and Chester and end by 3:30pm.

Free

Saturday Wildflower Walk

Rain or shine Appropriate for adults (18+) and youth ages 12-17  Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike that will take you through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. These walks are for those who love plants, their role in ecology, or those who want to learn more. Although the focus is on plants, we will talk about whatever we might see while we are out! All levels of knowledge are welcome. There may be some periods of moderately paced hiking, so wear comfortable hiking shoes. Feel free to bring a camera and a wildflower guide, such as Peterson’s Field

Pints on the Preserve

ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, PA, 19320, United States

East Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds at the Lenfest Center pavilion. Enjoy refreshments with a take-your-breath-away view. Pair your pint with a… …hike! ChesLen Preserve includes nearly 1,300 acres and more than 14 miles of trails to explore. …picnic! Bring a picnic to enjoy with your favorite pint. Snacks will also be available for purchase from East Branch Brewing Company. …fun time with friends! Bring a chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a get together with friends and family on the Lenfest Center’s back deck or the covered pavilion.

Paradigm Gallery is pleased to present Lauren Rinaldi “Second Shift”

Paradigm Gallery + Studio 12 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia

Paradigm Gallery is pleased to present "Second Shift" a solo exhibition of new work by Philadelphia artist Lauren Rinaldi. Self-constructed “Fashion Plates” inspired by the popular Takara Tomy brand 80s/90s-era toy serve as the basis for Rinaldi’s updated compositions of everyday women. Societal expectations, impossible aspirations, and the never-ending laundry heap of women’s labor in the home and workplace come together in Second Shift. Rinaldi modifies the idealistic scenes of her childhood fashion plates to reflect the complex reality behind the archetype of “having it all.” Interchangeable, handmade stencils of heads, torsos, and legs offer 261 possible combinations for a

Noctournal Wildlife Walk

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

A hike to spot and hear wildlife at night.Nocturnal Wildlife WalkSaturday October 15 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.We will walk the trails and Forbidden Drive to find owls, bats, flying squirrels, racoons, opossums and other creatures of the night. This program is appropriate for people of any age that can be quiet! Pre-registration is required. FREE