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Event Series On-Demand Tree Tenders Virtual Training

On-Demand Tree Tenders Virtual Training

Online

Become a neighborhood greening hero! Learn about tree care and planting by participating in a PHS Tree Tenders training. This eight-hour course* will be offered through recorded sessions available until July 31. Workshop topics include tree biology, identification, planting, and proper care. You will be joining one of the nation’s oldest, most respected volunteer urban tree-care programs. Tree Tenders are given the tools to plant and nurture trees in their own neighborhoods. Regionally, there are over 6,200 Tree Tenders from 100 + neighborhoods! Join a group or form your own Tree Tenders group, by attending the training with two neighbors. For

Wednesday Stewardship with David Bower

PA

Location TBD 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 and instruction

Biking the Circuit Trail Waterways with Lisa Kleiman & Jean McWilliams

Regal UA Cinema Parking Lot, 3720 Main Street, Manayunk, PA, 19127, United States

Regal UA Cinema Parking Lot, Main Street Manayunk Join us for a spring bike ride along three waterways that link trails in the Wissahickon Valley Park to the Schuylkill River Trail, all part of the vast Circuit Trail Network. We will meet in Manayunk at the Regal Cinema Lot on Main Street and will head toward Wissahickon Valley Park. We will hook onto the Wissahickon Bike Path and ride along Wissahickon Creek up to Historic Rittenhouse Town, and will then head to Forbidden Drive, where we will ride for a short period of time to view some of the historical

FABSCRAP PHL MOTHER’S DAY Volunteer Week: Wednesday , May 8th, PM session

BOK 1901 S Ninth St., Unit B05A, Philadelphia

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! This week celebrate with the person who raised you or the child you raised by bringing them to support a sustainable mission! You are encouraged to bring a plus one to tag team processing textiles!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

Event Series Homeschool at Riverbend

Homeschool at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne

During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.

$20 – $25

Birding Under the Influence: Cycling Across America in Search of Birds and Recovery

The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia

Join us for a riveting evening with Dorian Anderson to learn about his exciting yearlong adventure as he took a two-wheeled eco-friendly twist on the Big Year project, where a birdwatcher tries to observe as many species as possible during a calendar year. He ultimately survived subzero temperatures, drifting snow, gusting winds, lightning storms, mountainous ascents, dog attacks, crumbling roads, and several accidents. By the end of his travels, he had spotted 618 bird species across 18,000 miles of biking! Anderson will speak about the genesis of his bike-birding project, provide a thrilling recount of his travels, highlight the birds

Free

Gardening with Your Vegetables in Mind: Warm Season Vegetables

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin

There are many ecological benefits to integrating vegetables into your native landscape. Whether you are new to vegetable growing or looking for ways to add edible plants to your ornamental landscape, this workshop will explain the essentials for success: site selection and preparation, planting, maintenance, and harvesting. Instructor Rob Medicus will also identify several great vegetables to incorporate into flower beds and borders for both an edible and ornamental reward. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. About the Instructor: Rob has served as a Delaware Master Gardener since 1994. He loves

$29

Delco Gives Day

Delaware County will celebrate its first-ever Delco Gives Day, hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County, on May 8-9, 2024. Delco Gives Day promises to be a county-wide celebration of generosity, unity, and shared purpose. The 24-hour giving period will kickoff on 7:00 p.m. on May 8 and wrap up at 7:00 p.m. on May 9. It's a unique opportunity to support the local nonprofits that tirelessly serve our community and make a difference in the lives of our neighbors. There are 260 nonprofits signed up, you can find profiles of each nonprofit at delcogives.org. Every donation qualifies for bonus

Free