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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

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

Urban Medicine Cabinet: Seasonal Affective Disorder

Upper Meadow

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is not uncommon in northern parts of the world when the lack of light during the long winter months can bring on depression and lethargy. This is also an effective remedy for deep-seated grief and feelings of loss. This tincture, along with staying active and getting fresh air can help to keep you uplifted and fill your heart with sunshine.   About the instructor, Nyambi Royster of Nyambi Naturals: A Medicinal Herb Farmer and Herbalist for over 15 years, Nyambi Royster has taught Urban Health Courses and Agroecology Workshops at national institutes of learning including  Drexel University,

Bicycle and Sewing Machine Collection – Pedals for Progress

parking lot across from 
the Olde Church of Saint Andrew 135 S. Sycamore St, (route 532), Newtown

Bicycle and Sewing Machine Collection -Pedals for Progress / Sewing Peace Putting used bikes and sewing machines to good useSponsored by Newtown Rotary Club (again and again and again and again)at the parking lot across from
 the Olde Church of Saint Andrew
135 S. Sycamore St (route 532)
 Newtown, PA 18940
*Date or time inconvenient? Please call Dr. Jerry
to discuss year-round drop-off arrangements.
Contact Dr. Jerry Agasar
drjerry@agasarfamilywellcare.com
 (215) 605-3268Pedals4Progress effectively recycles serviceable bicycles and sewing machines to be used as economic development tools in developing countries.Since 1991 164,721 Bicycles and 5,684 Sewing Machine have been donated and given to people to increase their

Halloween at Harvey Street

Harvey Street Trailhead

Meeting at Harvey Street This Halloween, all of the witches, ghosts and goblins are coming together to take care of Wissahickon Valley Park! Put on your favorite (non-restrictive) Halloween costume and join us for a fun day of stewardship! We’ll be planting native trees and shrubs, removing litter, cleaning up debris, and removing invasive plants. Prizes for best Halloween costume will be awarded! No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools, instruction, and Halloween candy – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Bartram’s Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, 19143, United States

Health reminders: We are in accordance with Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia’s current COVID-19 response levels. Please follow the link to stay up-to-date on our city’s protocols. If you are sick or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, please do not volunteer. Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, invasive species removal, and support greenhouse maintenance. Registered volunteers will meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited; participants MUST be pre-registered in order to partake.

Learn to Crochet/Knit Science Data

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon

Join us for a science stitching workshop!Learn to Crochet/Knit Science DataSaturday, October 29, 10 - 11 AMLaura Guertin, Ph.D., Featured Artist and Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences, Penn State BrandywineRainfall and snowfall and temperature, oh my! Join Dr. Laura Guertin to explore how to crochet science data using examples from her exhibition, Stitching Climate Science & Solutions. Learn where the data comes from and how to search for data that has meaning to you. Connect with others through a stitching circle – bring your own yarn to either crochet or knit and we’ll provide a data set to start with.All

Archaeological Tour of Bartram’s Garden

What can archaeology tell us about the history of botany and gardening? Join graduate student and archaeologist Ally Mitchem and curator Joel Fry for a tour of Bartram’s Garden where we explore this question. On this tour, Ally will discuss some of the archaeology that has been carried out at the garden, and what those investigations revealed about the garden as a natural, technological, and scientific space in the 18th and 19th centuries. This tour is for lovers of horticulture, nature, travel, and archaeology and anyone who wants to spend a morning outdoors at this historic garden! Meet at the

Sankofa Farm Stand at Clark Park Farmer’s Market

Clark Park, 4300-4398 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, 19104

Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Saturday at the Clark Park Famer’s Market, now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers are not accepted).   You can also catch the Sankofa Farm Stand at the 54th and Lindbergh Blvd entrance of Bartram’s Village every Thursday from 3-6pm!  

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.

Composting for a Sustainable Future

morris arboretum 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia

Composting for a Sustainable Future Heather Guidice Founder of Kona Compost Company Food and yard waste are an inevitable part of life but they can be a highly valuable resource. Composting is a environmentally friendly way to handle your organic refuse. Heather Guidice, owner of the local composting business Kona Compost Co., will guide you on the various ways to transform your waste into a nutrient-dense soil amendment your plants, garden and soil will love. Learn about the benefits of compost, do’s and don’ts of composting, and the variety of composting options available as you begin your journey or further

$35

Harvest Party

West Oak Lane Library 2000 East Washington Lane, Philadelphia

Celebrate autumn with crafts, music, food and community!Celebrate the harvest season with Black Girls With Green Thumbs at the West Oak Lane Library! Great for families and fun harvest activities for people of all ages.Tour the West Oak Lane Library Garden, pick-your-own herbs and the last of the summer bountyEnjoy plant-based snacks, some direct from the garden! Garden-to-GrillBrew your own tea blends using dried herbs from the garden Paint pumpkins and create other craftsDance along to the music...more activities to be announced!Bring your own water bottle!This program is funded in part by the PA Department of Health’s Preventive Health and

Philly Bike Expo

The 2022 Philly Bike Expo will be held October 29 and 30 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Over its more than a decade of history, the Philly Bike Expo has developed into one of the nation’s largest consumer-facing bike shows. It’s much more than a trade show – it’s a celebration of Philadelphia’s deep bike culture and an ambassador for the city’s bicycle-friendly nature, shared with the more than 100 million people that live within a few hours’ train ride from the city. Bicycle Coalition members get discounted admission—check your members’ only newsletter or contact us ( mailto:bike@bicyclecoalition.org ) for the promo

WeWalkPHL Saturday 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. Saturday walks will be held weekly at 3 PM between September 3 and October 29, 2022.