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

Necromancy and the Democratic Storytelling of W.E.B. Du Bois and Toni MorrisonShatema Threadcraft is an Associate Professor of Gender and Sexuality Studies, Philosophy and Political Science at Vanderbilt University and a 2023-24 Laurance S. Rockefeller Faculty Fellow at the University Center for Human Values, Princeton University. She is the author of Intimate Justice: The Black Female Body and the Body Politic (Oxford University Press, 2016), winner of the National Women’s Studies Association’s 2017 Sara A. Whaley Award for the best book on women and labor, the 2017 W.E.B. Du Bois Distinguished Book Award from the National Conference of Black Political

Science and Society Speaker SeriesThe Science History Institute’s newest exhibition, BOLD: Color from Test Tube to Textile, explores the 150-year history of the synthetic dyes that color our clothes and make our style stand out. But what does the future look like for sustainable fashion? And how can circular design—durable, reusable, and recyclable fashion—help combat “fast fashion” pollution and transform the relationships between us, our clothes, and our environment?Join experts from Philadelphia’s leading fashion sustainability initiatives for an engaging panel talk on the future of circular design!ModeratorRachel HigginsCofounder, PA FibershedSpeakersJo Corvus has a master of science in sustainable development and

Grab your friends and family and join the MakerSpace for a basic lesson in sewing. The starting class for the sewing series.A beginner class to our sewing series taught by Tiara orange. These classes are recommended before taking her more advance classes, "Make You Own Clothes" series.In this class you will:Learn how to thread your machineMake some basic stitchesCreate a simple sewing project.Students must bring a sewing machine, all other sewing supplies will be provided.

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) continues its 200th Anniversary programming with the next of five themed exhibits celebrating its diverse collection of documents and art reflecting our national history. In partnership with Independence Historical Trust (IHT), “All View It As An Object of High Importance”: Banking in the Early Republic is on display at HSP from April 16 through May 31. The exhibit highlights innovations and experiments in banking institutions in Revolutionary and early America and supports the second anniversary pillar of the year, ‘Americans and Innovation: Science, Technology, and Enterprise.’ A public reception unveiling the new exhibit takes

ADULT ONLY nature programs in the Wissahickon! Expect naturalist studies, awareness games, movement activities, and more! Designed for fun!

Join us for a fun and meaningful mezuzah making workshop, facilitated by the talented artist and Tribe 12 Fellow ('19), Danielle Abrams!Join us for a fun and meaningful mezuzah making workshop facilitated by talented artist and Tribe 12 Fellow Danielle Abrams ('19) of HamsaMade! This event is designed for people in their 20s and 30s who are dating in Philly's Jewish community -- a creative and engaging way to connect with your heritage while meeting new people!During the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to craft their own mezuzah, a symbol of Jewish tradition and protection for the home. Danielle

Discover how tiny garden spaces can provide ecological benefits with native plantsJOIN THE WAITLIST! We have reached capacity for Eventbrite registration but we are utilizing the waitlist as an extension of our registration list. Folks on the waitlist will be able to attend this virtual presentation and will receive the Zoom link via email (closer to the event). THURSDAY, APRIL 18Little Garden, Big Impact: Native Plants for Small Spaces7:00 – 8:30 PMLaura Cruz, Garden Designer and HorticulturistSmall spaces can have a big impact! Discover how tiny spaces such as containers, pocket meadows, and mini woodlands can provide ecological benefits with

Join us for an incredible evening with Mark Segal, a trailblazer and advocate who has played a pivotal role in the LGBTQ+ communityMark Segal was 18 years old on the night of June 28th, 1969, when he entered the Stonewall Inn. Raised by the only Jewish family in south Philadelphia’s Wilson Park housing project, Segal was no stranger to being an outsider. He told his parents he was leaving Philly to go to school in New York. In truth, he’d left to find a gay community. Watching an episode of The David Susskind Show years earlier he’d learned that gay

Solomonic + Whagwaan Culture present... 420 JAWN feat... SISTER NANCY backed by Unity Vibration band alongside... I Yahn I Arkestra Federation Sound Solomonic Sound 7-11p / 21+ / @ Warehouse On Watts 923 N. Watts St. Philly We are blessed to have the presence of such a true icon for this 420 celebration. Sister Nancy has proven over and over again to light up the stage with her performances in Philly and across the globe. This will be her first time performing with a live band (Unity Vibration) in Philly! Also included on the line up is hometown favorites I