Learn how to needlefelt onto a piece of fabric and create your own scene/picture. Two Part ClassLearn how to needle-felt a picture. In this class you will be needle felting a scene onto a foundation fabric.We will have some examples of what you can do. It will be up to you what kind of scene you create.Taught by Emily HitchnerTwo Sessions, April 15th and 22nd from 6:00pm-8:00pmAttendance Policy: We understand that traffic and other delays happen, however we request you to be on time to our events. We have a 15 minute grace period. If we are not notified and

Meet at Thomas Mansion Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools

We are pleased to host our 17th annual New Jersey Invasive Species Strike Team Conference!Widely considered the most comprehensive state-wide forum on invasive species and continues to evolve to address new and emerging issue, the conference has typically involved nearly 150 participants and speakers, representing academia, industry, government agencies, NGOs, the general public, and other stakeholders involved in the issues. Many are seeking opportunities for cooperation and collaboration to address invasive species from a state-wide perspective.Continuing Education Units:Urban and Community Forestry Program - 5 CEUsNJDEP Pesticide Control ProgramCategory 2 - Forest - 2 CEUsCategory 3A - Ornamentals - 2 CEUsCategory

Welcome to the Wagner - a National Historic Landmark natural history museum in Philadelphia!

This hands-on workshop will instruct growers in setting up efficient orchard irrigation systems using drip irrigation and orchard tubing.Join Jose Spellman-Lopez for a hands-on workshop to learn how to efficiently set up basic orchard irrigation systems to support your orchard during dry periods. Learn how to install basic orchard tubing, drip irrigation and set up irrigation that pinpoints specific plants.

Part 3 of our webinar series presenting resources for urban food producers from a variety of speakers in city, state and federal positions.Sara Gligora works as the Central Regional Director at the Pennsylvania State Department of Agriculture. She will share information about the Pennsylvania Ag & Youth Grant Program, which provides direct grants and matching grants to help fund eligible projects, programs and equipment purchases conducted or made by an organization composed mainly of youth, or an organization with programs that benefit youth. Additionally, hear a firsthand experience from previous program recipient, Heidi Witmer of The Leaf Project.

THE FIGHT FOR A LAND REVOLUTION workshop and community gathering that will bring land justice organizations together in Philly.THE FIGHT FOR A LAND REVOLUTION workshop and community gather is back! Join us on Wed April 17th at 5:00pm for an in-person event at 4014 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 at the Rotunda. This event is all about advocating for a land revolution, and we're excited to continue the conversation from our last event. Our goal is to raise awareness about the importance of land reform and to empower individuals to take action. We'll have engaging speakers, interactive activities, and plenty

Participants will get hands on experience using fruit tree bark and Shibori resist techniques to dye a scarf!Under the guidance of Yannick Lowery, this program will be a letter writing/ reading session. Participants will be encouraged to write messages to the future that highlight their dreams, nightmares, hopes and premonitions for the future of Philadelphia. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to read submitted post cards and hold discussions around the steps needed to building systems of self sufficiency and collective resilience.When registering, if it's within your means, please consider a donation when registering through Eventbrite to help us

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.

The Clean Energy Co-op is helping Weavers Way Co-op go solar! The Weavers Way Co-op is on its way to having solar power thanks to cooperation between two co-ops, Weavers Way and the Clean Energy Co-op (the Clean Energy Co-op is different from The Energy Co-op, which is a Philadelphia-based energy supplier). Weavers Way Co-op, a local food cooperative with 4 grocery stores and 2 farms, has entered into a power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Clean Energy Co-op to have solar panels on the roof of its new Germantown store. The Clean Energy Co-op uses a proven and awarded