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Event Series Plant Propagation: Section B

Plant Propagation: Section B

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin

Save money and grow your garden through simple propagation techniques using seeds and cuttings. Review the ethics of wild-collected seed and learn the basics of seed biology, germination, and storage. Study the principles of asexual plant reproduction; learn when and how to take cuttings; and practice proper techniques for preparing and rooting them. Take samples home. Dress for this hands-on workshop by wearing closed-toe shoes. Please bring hand pruners. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Two Saturdays: May 11th and 18th. About the Instructors: James Rockwell is the Greenhouse and Nursery Manager at Mt. Cuba

$189

Homeschool Out of School Teen Birding

Wissahickon Valley Park Wissahickon Valley Park, Philadelphia

Homeschool/ Out-of-School Teen Birding Bring your teens for a guided bird walk by birding expert Tony Croasdale during spring migration.Homeschool/ Out-of-School Teen BirdingBring your teens for a guided bird walk by birding expert Tony Croasdale during spring migration. This birding program is intended for 13-—to 17-year-olds. If parents or caregivers must bring younger siblings, we can have concurrent activities for them. Binoculars and field guides are provided.

FABSCRAP PHL Volunteer Session: Tuesday, May 21st, 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! 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

Event Series Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180
Event Series Historical Society of Pennsylvania’s presents Rooted: Genealogy 101

Historical Society of Pennsylvania’s presents Rooted: Genealogy 101

Online/Virtual

Learning about your ancestral origins can be rewarding, but perhaps also a little overwhelming. What is the best way to approach the questions you have? How do you have confidence you're "doing it right”? This virtual course will assist entry-level and early intermediate genealogists in developing research skills, finding and evaluating historical records, and placing your people into the broader story of history. Successful case studies will walk you through how it’s done and what to expect, while breakout sessions will facilitate discussion and collaboration. Walk away rooted in correct principles and practical strategies for tracing your family history!

$125 – $150

Radioactive trucks in Philly? The fossil fuel industry is covering up a lot

Wooden Shoe Books 704 South Street, Philadelphia

Exposé alert! Join science journalist Justin Nobel for the launch of "Petroleum-238" at Wooden Shoe Books on May 21st, 7 PM. This book digs into the dark secrets of the fossil fuel industry and its radioactive waste crisis. Expect shocking revelations, industry whistleblowers, and a riveting discussion with author Nobel and environmental insider Jamar Thrasher. Free snacks, discounted books, and a chance to expose the truth! RSVP: https://buff.ly/44u7EbG photo of Justin Nobel by Karen LeBlanc

Free

Expand Renewable Energy in our Community: Clean Energy Co-op

Zoom, Online Only

Learn how you can help expand renewable energy in our community. The Clean Energy Co-op takes the lead by expanding renewable energy through a collective investment model. A new solar installation is planned for the roof of Weavers Way Co-op in Germantown by using this collective investment model. Learn how you can make this project a reality.