Nålbinding is the craft of making a textile from loops of yarn. You will be making a mug cozy using Nålbinding techniques.Nålbinding is a fabric creation technique predating both knitting and crochet. Also known in English as "knotless netting", "knotless knitting", or "single-needle knitting", the technique is distinct from crochet in that it involves passing the full length of the working thread through each loop, unlike crochet where the work is formed only of loops, never involving the free end. It also differs from knitting in that lengths must be pieced together during the process of nålebinding, rather than a

FRIEDAcommunity Movie Night – Pianoforte Wednesday February 28th, 5:30pm The last Wednesday of the month is FRIEDAcommunity Movie night! Join us February 28 for the screening of Pianoforte, celebrating Chopin’s birthday (March 1, 1810). Pianoforte Director: Jakub Piatek Language: English and others / English subtitles Pianoforte, a film by Jakub Piątek is about the International Chopin Piano Competition where the world’s most talented young pianists compete in, held every five years in Warsaw, Poland. Piatek’s documentary offers a rare behind the scenes look at the triumphant highs and crushing lows of the 2021 competition. Pianoforte is both a testament to

Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime! The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If its too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders!

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. We moved to a new space in BOK! We are now in Unit B05A. Please review the directions below for visiting our new space.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted

Part of our webinar series presenting resources for urban food producers from a variety of speakers in city, state and federal positions.Join us for an informative webinar featuring USDA/NRCS expert Resource Soil Scientist & Urban Conservationist, Kefeni Kejela, PhD. He will be explaining the importance of managing urban soils ecosystems for innovative production in urban agricultural settings. Learn invaluable information about the roles of soil in urban agricultural ecosystems as well as the importance of urban soil testing.

Join us for an eye-opening in-person panel, "The State of Black Start-Up Businesses in Philadelphia," for Black History Month!The State of Black Start-Up Businesses in PhiladelphiaJoin us for an exciting panel event where we'll delve into the state of black start-up businesses in the vibrant city of Philadelphia! This in-person gathering will take place at 3675 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA. We will bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders to discuss the challenges, successes, and opportunities for black-owned start-ups in our city. Discover inspiring stories, network with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable insights from our esteemed panel of speakers.

Join Mural Arts in celebrating emerging artists and their vibrant talents!If you are interested in applying to become a Lead Artist, Workshop Educator or to unique opportunities like Mural Arts Fellowship for Black Artists, then join us on Feb 28 from 6-8 pm, when the Artist Relations Director will explain step by step, where to find opportunities and how to prepare and submit your materials. We will also talk about current opportunities, including:Black Artist FellowshipWilliam Still Tribute MuralPrintmaking by the PeopleSmall WallsTake the step to advance your practice through the avenues MAP has to offer. When:  Feb 28, 2024 from  6-8

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.