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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION:This new exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum features selections from Jesse Krimes’s “Elegy Quilt” series (2020–present)\, a body of work that renders the personal effects of the U.S. carceral system through portraits of domestic spaces. Using donated textiles and American quilting traditions\, Krimes creates intricately patterned quilts that meditate on memory\, loss\, alienation\, comfort\, and resilience.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Fabric Workshop and Museum":MAILTO:kristina@fabricworkshopandmuseum.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000
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SUMMARY:May 2026 Bike Month Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:BIKE MONTH 2026 SIGNATURE EVENTS\nNATIONAL RIDE A BIKE DAY: \nBIKE TO WORK & WHEREVER DAY:\nJoin Independence Blue Cross\, the Bicycle Coalition\, Philly Bike Train and Indego to celebrate cycling as transport! We are hosting five group rides from different parts of Philadelphia\, all ending at Dilworth Plaza for coffee and a press conference focusing on the need for fair access to safe\, high-quality bike lanes in our city. Let’s pedal our way to a better Philly together!\nWednesday\, May 13th\, 8am-10am. More info + RSVP \nRIDE OF SILENCE:\nEvery year\, for more than two decades\, cyclists throughout Greater Philadelphia come together to ride silently in honor of riders killed or injured by motorists. Although bicyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists\, the public often isn’t aware of these rights\, and sometimes not aware of cyclists themselves. The goal of this annual\, international event is to not have another ride\, but to have a year with zero bicyclist deaths.\nWednesday\, May 20th\, 6:30pm-8pm. More info + RSVP. \nHUNTING PARK HUSTLE:\nJoin the Bicycle Coalition for a day of family-friendly fun in Hunting Park! Experience the “Jewel of North Philly” like you’ve never seen it before — car-free! — and support our BCYC youth athletes while enjoying food\, exhibition races\, a community run/walk/ride\, and more. Lead support for the Hustle is provided the William Penn Foundation.\nSaturday\, May 30th\, 8:00am-2pm. More info + RSVP \nAND THAT’S NOT ALL! There are plenty more rides and activities happening throughout the Region. View the full Bike Month Calendar  →
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/may-2026-bike-month-philadelphia/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Historical Society of Pennsylvania Presents Paths to Independence 1765-1787
DESCRIPTION:In 1763\, following the French and Indian War\, most American colonists cherished their place in the British Empire and expressed loyalty to King George III. Yet by 1776\, many of those same colonists were ready to declare independence\, denouncing the king as a “Royal Brute.” Paths to Independence explores how such a dramatic transformation in political allegiance and public sentiment occurred in just over a decade. \nFeaturing rare original documents from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania’s collections\, including letters\, pamphlets\, broadsides\, and drafts of the Articles of Confederation\, which was the first constitution of the United States\, the display traces the complex path to American independence. It highlights not only the perspectives of well-known figures such as Benjamin Franklin\, John Dickinson\, Thomas Jefferson\, John Adams\, and James Wilson\, but also the experiences and evolving views of ordinary Philadelphians.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/historical-society-of-pennsylvania-presents-paths-to-independence-1765-1787/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, 1300 Locust Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Community Events,Free,History
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824
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SUMMARY:Mind the Composition
DESCRIPTION:Mind the Composition features artists Catherine Gontarek and Richard King. In this exhibition\, the artists focus on meticulously arranging the shape\, color\, and design in their work\, assembling defined structures. Catherine’s work alters a variety of photographs through collage that creates a new set of imagery that centers around the human mind. Richard’s work dives more into abstract geometric structures\, drawing from surrounding buildings and cityscapes. \nExhibitions can be seen by appointment; call InLiquid to schedule: 215-235-3405.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/mind-the-composition/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:The National Apartments\, 121 N 2nd St\, Philadelphia\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T091500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T022524Z
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SUMMARY:Weekend Warm-up Hike
DESCRIPTION:Start your Friday on the right foot with an invigorating one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and into the wilder natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. Designed as a moderate cardio workout\, we’ll cover about 2½ to 3 miles at a steady pace—but don’t worry\, we’ll also take time to pause for those unexpected moments nature has in store.\nGates open at 7:45 am\nThe group leaves promptly from the parking lot at 8:10 am.\nPlease arrive on time.\nCheck in with your experienced guide in the parking lot.\nRestrooms will be open.\nWhat to expect on the trail:\n2½ to 3-mile moderately paced hike\nWalking surfaces that include pavement\, grass\, gravel\, and rocky trails\nWalking surfaces that include pavement\, grass\, gravel\, and rocky trails\nChanges in grade\, including possible steep hills\nWhat to wear & carry:\nDress in layers for the weather\nHiking boots or shoes with good tread\nWater & snacks\nHiking poles\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED\nMembers (sign in for your discount!): Adults: FREE\nNon-Members: Adults (ages 18-64):$18 per person; Seniors (ages 65+): $15 per person. The fee includes admission for the day\, so you can stay as long as you’d like.\nGuest Pass Holders (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest passes to the lead guide upon arrival.\nLibrary Pass Holders: FREE. Please stop by the Visitor Center after the program to inform the Visitor Center Associate that you participated in the Weekend Warm-up Hike and present your Library pass.\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/weekend-warm-up-hike-69/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Tours and Explorations
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SUMMARY:Friday Volunteer Days with Riverfront North - Lardner's Point Park
DESCRIPTION:Spring Volunteer Opportunities!\n\n\nJoin us on Fridays for a morning of stewardship along the Riverfront North Greenway! Our Friday volunteer series rotates between Pennypack on the Delaware and Lardner’s Point Park\, giving you the chance to support the park nearest you—or discover a new favorite spot. We can’t wait to see you out there! \nGloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided. \nMinors need a parent’s signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian with them during the volunteer event.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/friday-volunteer-days-with-riverfront-north-lardners-point-park-2/
LOCATION:Lardners Point Park\, 5202 Levick Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19135\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000
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SUMMARY:Tales of Stroud Preserve: Then & Now
DESCRIPTION:Join current Preserve Manager Jill Sabre\, past Preserve Manager Jack Stefferud\, and Events Coordinator Tianna Godsey for a guided hike at Stroud Preserve. It’s a perfect chance to meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts and experience the preserve during one of its most vibrant seasons. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just starting out\, the trails offer a rewarding mix of terrain and scenery for everyone.  \nAlong the way\, we’ll pause at key spots to highlight notable features of the landscape and share how our land management practices support wildlife habitat while welcoming public exploration.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tales-of-stroud-preserve-then-now/
LOCATION:Stroud Preserve\, 454 North Creek Road\, West Chester\, Pennsylvania\, 19382
CATEGORIES:explore the natural world,general,Nature Walks
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T143000
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SUMMARY:Plant Propagation: Section A
DESCRIPTION:Discover how simple and rewarding it can be to grow more of the native plants you love. This hands-on workshop\, led by Mt. Cuba’s Conservation and Research team\, introduces practical techniques for propagating plants from both seeds and cuttings. \n🥬Learn the ethics of collecting wild seed\, explore the fundamentals of seed biology\, germination\, and storage\, and gain confidence in vegetative reproduction by practicing when and how to take\, prepare\, and root cuttings. \n🥬Participants leave with prepped pots of native seeds and cuttings from Mt. Cuba’s garden\, along with a bio-dome to continue growing at home. \nThis workshop is ideal for gardeners looking to expand their native plant collections sustainably and cost effectively. Gain practical knowledge\, hands-on experience\, and take-home materials that set you up for success long after the class ends. \nLunch is included each day of class. \nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center two Fridays: 5/8 and 5/15. \n🥬 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) available \n🥬 Gift or take home \n About the Instructor: \nJames Rockwell is the Greenhouse & Nursery Manager at Mt. Cuba Center. He earned a BS in Environmental Horticulture and Agribusiness Management from Virginia Tech. James oversees our conservation research greenhouse where he facilitates propagation work for our gardens\, external collaborators\, and industry partners. Prior to joining Mt. Cuba Center in 2017\, James gained experience at Longwood Gardens. His favorite aspect of working in the greenhouse is observing plants in all life stages\, from seed to mature plants. \nLindsey Laban is the Conservation Propagator at Mt. Cuba Center where she propagates plants for Mt. Cuba’s gardens\, natural lands\, and conservation partners. She enjoys figuring out how to propagate rare and unusual plants and is fascinated by the different ways plants germinate in nature. Prior to working at Mt. Cuba\, Lindsey was the lead horticulturist at Stoneleigh: A natural garden in Villanova\, where she also oversaw the greenhouse and nursery operations. When not tending to her plants\, Lindsey enjoys bird watching and hiking through the woods. \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/plant-propagation-section-a-2/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Ride A Bike Day
DESCRIPTION:The Bicycle Club of Philadelphia\, The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and Philly Bike Action in cooperation with The Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation\, will be hosting National Ride A Bike Day events on May 2 2026 from 10am to 2pm along the Schuylkill River Trail in Philadelphia. This is a kickoff for the Philadelphia celebration of National Bike Month. \nOn May 2 2026 from 10 am – 2 pm\, tables will be staffed at the following SRT locations in Philadelphia:\n– #1 Boathouse Row/Kelly Drive and Waterworks Drive (Near Lloyd Hall and Cosmic Cafe)\n– Kelly Drive and Falls Bridge\n– Shawmont Ave and Nixon St \nInformation will be provided on safe cycling\, scheduled group rides\, other National Bike Month events\, Indego Bike Share\, car-free MLK Drive\, The Bicycle Club of Philadelphia\, The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia\, and Philly Bike Action. \nGiveaway items (eg: safety vests\, etc) will be provided to riders while supplies last. \n… \nFurther\, at Noon on May 2 2026\, a Bicycle Ride for all ages and abilities will roll out from the Formal Entrance to the Azalea Garden (Waterworks Dr and Fountain of the Sea Horses/Italian Fountain – below the Philadelphia Museum of Art). The group will traverse car-free MLK Dr\, Falls Bridge\, and Kelly Dr Path to return. Total ride will be about 1.5 hours. Helmets are required. While there is no charge to ride\, bikes and helmets are available for rent. \nAll Philadelphia National Bike Month Events\nhttps://bicyclecoalition.org/bike-month-2026/ \nBCP online at: https://phillybikeclub.org or https://BCP.bike\nE-mail: info@phillybikeclub.org \nBCGP online at: https://bicyclecoalition.org\nVoice: 215-BICYCLE \nPhilly Bike Action online at: https://bikeaction.org\nEmail: info@bikeaction.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/national-ride-a-bike-day/
LOCATION:1 Boathouse Row\, 1 Boathouse Row\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:---Biking,---On the Trail,Education/Lecture,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T170000
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SUMMARY:Student Works: From the 2025-2026 Academic Year
DESCRIPTION:PAFA is pleased to present Student Works: From the 2025-2026 Academic Year\, a showcase of work created by PAFA’s Continuing Education (CE) students over the past year. A celebratory exhibition bringing together students from the transitional 1-year certificate offerings and CE courses\, the show will reflect the range of artistic explorations and skill development that is being honed across PAFA’s educational programming. A testament to the students’ creative passions and the faculty’s dedicated teachings\, the showcase marks a culminating capstone experience for the school through recent programmatic transitions and the rebuilding of PAFA’s educational future. \nPlease join us in celebrating the students’ accomplishments during the Opening Reception on Friday\, May 8th from 4pm – 6pm in the Hamilton 2nd Floor Galleries. \nThis is a Weekly Recurring Event\nRuns from May 8\, 2026 to Jun 14\, 2026 and happens every:\nMondays: 10:00am – 5:00pm\nThursdays: 10:00am – 5:00pm\nFridays: 10:00am – 8:00pm\nSaturdays: 10:00am – 5:00pm\nSundays: 10:00am – 5:00pm
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/student-works-from-the-2025-2026-academic-year/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts\, 118-128 North Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts":MAILTO:info@pafa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T180000
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SUMMARY:Charm Offensive @ Reilly Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Charm Offensive forms part of “Radical Americana\,” a city-wide series of exhibitions planned for Philadelphia in 2026\, marking the Semiquincentennial of the United States and spearheaded by The Clay Studio. In Charm Offensive at Park Towne Place\, John Y. Wind presents the ephemera of the art intervention taking place at the William M. Reilly Memorial in April 2026. John brings the Reilly Memorial\, a 6-sculpture bronze monument commemorating Revolutionary War heroes\, into the 21st century. Wind\, himself an immigrant\, conducted deep historical research in partnership with the Association for Public Art\, then temporarily embellished the statues and pedestals with handcrafted jewelry and mixed-media assemblages—necklaces\, belts\, draped flags\, and charm-laden chains—fabricated from laser-cut acrylic\, found objects\, and resin. The work unpacks visual codes of biography and heroism\, reframing them through a contemporary lens and engaging urgent conversations about immigration\, commemoration\, and representation. \nCharm Offensive Includes highlights of the sculptural embellishments themselves\, documentation of the public installation\, and stand-alone artworks—collages\, digital compositions\, and lenticular prints—that visualize these mediations and paint a fuller picture of the work’s scope\, both as conceptual studies and fully realized artworks.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/charm-offensive-reilly-memorial/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Artist Studio\, Lower Level of Towne Center Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia PA\, 19130\, Artist Studio\, Lower Level of Towne Center Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia PA\, 19130\, Philidelphia\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T113000
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CREATED:20260110T142416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T142416Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime + Design
DESCRIPTION:Warm-up to the concept of design and it’s many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey. \nThe age range of books will vary\, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels\, or visit our website\, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events** \nDesign Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you’re born with.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/storytime-design-3/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs\, 1714 N Mascher St\, Philadelphia\, 19122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Classes and Workshops,Education/Lecture,Event,Family,Family Activities,family and kid friendly,Family Fun,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Design Gym":MAILTO:FlexIt@DesignGym.Co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T111100
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T111100
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CREATED:20260428T185758Z
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SUMMARY:St Phil's Youth Show
DESCRIPTION:Call for Young Artists: Middle School Kiosk Show\nUtility Works is now accepting submissions for the Lansdowne Middle Schoolers Kiosk Show\, a juried exhibition celebrating young artists in our community.\nOpen to students ages 10–13 (or currently in middle school)\, this free opportunity invites submissions of drawings\, paintings\, photography\, and more. All skill levels are welcome.\nSelected works will be featured in a public exhibition this summer.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/st-phils-youth-show/
LOCATION:Utility Works\, 32 East Baltimore Avenue\, Lansdowne\, PA\, 19050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibitions,Arts & Culture,arts & entertainment,Education/Lecture,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation":MAILTO:Clare@LansdownesFuture.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T230528
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T132256Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:Practice  observation and nature identification in the Wagner’s Teaching Garden!\n\n\nThe Wagner’s Teaching Garden is our most valuable classroom. Not only is our green space full of pollinator gardens\, but it is also a certified Wildlife Habitat\, Bird Habitat\, and Monarch Waystation—our milkweed plants provide valuable nutrients for Monarch butterflies during their cross continental migration. \nBeginning Friday\, April 10th\, the Wagner Teaching Garden will be open for independent educational exploration every Friday from 1 – 3:00pm. \nVisitors of all ages may borrow hand lenses for close observation of our urban ecosystem\, use nature guides to help identify the different animals\, trees\, and rocks found in our yard\, or take time to relax in the shade and draw from nature. Wagner staff will be available to facilitate use of materials\, but Fridays in the Field is a mostly unguided opportunity to experience the Wagner Teaching Garden. \nVisitors looking to attend Fridays in the Field must enter the museum through the front entrance on Montgomery street and check in with the front desk. Visitors who walk-in and visitors who preregister\, here or through the 2026 Visit the Wagner Eventbrite\, will have full access to the museum and access to the yard from 1pm – 3:00pm on Fridays. \n \n\n\n\n \nThings to Know Before Your Visit\n• Walk-in visitors are welcome. Advance registration is appreciated and will speed up your entry to the museum. \n• There is no coat check or place to stow personal items – please travel light. \n• The museum is located on the second floor of the building. There are 5 steps at the entryway and a flight of stairs to access the museum. It is not wheelchair accessible. \n• To protect the specimens and our historic interiors\, photography is not allowed in the museum. Open containers of food and drink are not permitted in the building. \n•The Institute does not have a parking lot. Street parking on Montgomery Avenue and 17th Street is free. There is 2-hour free parking on Bouvier Street and on many blocks near the Wagner and metered parking on Cecil B. Moore Avenue. The nearest parking garage is at the Liacouras Center on 15th Street and Montgomery Avenue. \n \nA dream that keeps growing… \nIn 1855\, William Wagner had a dream of providing free science education to anyone who wanted to learn\, regardless of background or ability to pay. Today\, the Wagner offers more programs to more people than ever before! Your support helps us provide free education\, not only through the museum\, but through a wide range of courses\, lectures\, field trips\, and children’s science programs. Donations also assist us in caring for the museum and library collections and in preserving our wonderful building\, which was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1990. To learn more about what we do please visit our website. \n \nRegistration Information\nIn keeping with its original charter\, admission is free—donations are suggested to ensure the future and quality of Wagner’s free education programs and to preserve its National Landmark building and collections. \nSuggested Donations \n$25/Family \n$10/adult \n$5/student \n$0 – Wagner members \nFor any questions\, please email communications@wagnerfreeinstitute.org or call 215-763-6529 x17. \nIf you would like to check your membership status or become a member\, please email AbigailC@wagnerfreeinstitute.org or call 215-763-6529 x11.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-5/
LOCATION:Wagner Free Institute of Science\, 1700 West Montgomery Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19121\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T150000
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CREATED:20260419T022321Z
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SUMMARY:Designing and Planting Native Containers: Spring Section A
DESCRIPTION:Join Kathleen Elliot and other Mt. Cuba experts as they share design ideas and techniques behind our signature native plant displays.  Discover how stunning and sustainable a container garden can be when it’s designed with native plants. In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll create your own one-of-a-kind\, vibrant container that supports local ecosystems while adding season-long beauty to your home. You will be guided through design principles\, plant selection\, and care tips tailored to Mid-Atlantic conditions. \nBring your favorite gardening gloves and leave with a professionally inspired container full of life\, color\, and purpose. Plants and container included. \nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Friday\, May 8\, 2026. \n🥬 Gift or take home \n About the Instructor: \nKathy Elliot works as an Educator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has bachelor’s degrees in Plant Science and English from the University of Delaware and earned a Certificate of Merit in Landscape Design from Longwood Gardens. She worked for fifteen years at a family-owned\, plant-focused garden center in south central Pennsylvania\, where she multi-tasked between landscape design and garden center management. \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/designing-and-planting-native-containers-spring-section-a/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Forgotten Creeks Cyanotype Workshop  w/ Resident Artist Ingrid Raphaël
DESCRIPTION:Join Ingrid Raphaël for a cyanotype workshop using archival images of 19th–20th century waterways and create your own designs.\n\n\nWhat: Forgotten Creeks Cyanotype: Ritual with Fabric  w/ Artist Ingrid Raphaël \nWhen:Friday\, May 8 — 2-4pm \nWhere: Awbury Arboretum Lightning House\, 945 E. Washington Lane Philadelphia PA 19144 \n(pedestrian entrance at 6336 Ardleigh street or East Washington Lane; parking available on both streets) \nJoin WaterShed Resident Artist Ingrid Raphaël for a cyanotype image transfer public workshop using archival images of waterway and creek burials from the late 19th – early 20th century\, adding your own cyanotype designs. \nThe event will begin with a short introduction of the artist’s research on flooding in Germantown\, and a meditation/ceremony at the only remaining vestige of the Wingohocking Creek\, flowing through Awbury Arboretum   \nInformed by Ingrid Raphaël’s storytelling and research for their upcoming film weaving together the history of flooding in Philadelphia with Black Memory\, this workshop will provide a space of contemplation\, reclamation\, and collaboration\, and experimentation as twin forces of ecological repair and human intervention. \nJoin us on May 16th (2-4pm) for part two of the workshop series\, where we will collage and sew the prints together\, culminating in a piece of collaborative artwork that will be publicly displayed at the WaterShed as part of their Resident Artist Program. \nAbout Ingrid: \n \nIngrid Raphaël’s art\, films\, teachings & research weave ecology\, technology\, images and landscapes as objects of memory\, temporality & Blackness. They are an award-winning filmmaker\, educator\, exhibiting artist & the co-founder of NO EVIL EYE CINEMA and founder NSISIM Studio: a slow burn study of ecological embodiment. \n \nDuring their residency at the WaterShed\, Ingrid will expand development research for their upcoming film: weaving archival history of buried rivers in Philadelphia and Toni Morrison’s literary references to water with recorded oral storytelling from impacted residents in NW Philadelphia.  \n \nAbout The WaterShed: \nThe WaterShed is a climate hub empowering flood resilience in Germantown through community-driven art\, resources\, education\, and science. Opened in November 2024 in partnership with the Philadelphia Water Department\, Mural Arts Philadelphia and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University\, the Water Shed is a community-based hub offering flooding resources and free educational programs focused on empowering flood and community resilience. https://www.water-shed.org/  \n \nAbout: Awbury Arboretum \n \nAwbury Arboretum is a free public garden and farm serving Northwest Philadelphia. Building on the social justice values of our Quaker founders\, we make a positive environmental impact\, educate children and adults\, and nurture an inclusive community. \n \nAbout Lightning House: \n \nCreated in 2023 out of a former stone carriage house\, the Lightning House serves as a collective woodworking\, performance and gathering space. Follow @streetworkprojectphilly for updates on this summer’s Lightning House activations\, including the Sensory Sessions series\, an Artist-in-Residence and fungal/birding/whittling workshops. 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/forgotten-creeks-cyanotype-workshop-w-resident-artist-ingrid-raphael/
LOCATION:945 E Washington Ln\, 945 East Washington Lane\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138\, United States
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia\, PA- Climate Reality Local Training Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania on May 8 for a fast-paced\, half-day leadership training. Connect with fellow advocates in your area and get a crash course on the science\, the solutions\, and the practical skills to confidently push for high-impact climate action in your state. \nYou’ll get the latest on climate science and solutions straight from former Vice President Al Gore\, explore issues and opportunities for progress close to home\, and start taking action. Give us three hours and we’ll give you the tools\, network\, and know-how to make a difference. \n​By completing a local training\, you’ll also complete the first step to joining the Climate Reality Leadership Corps\, with opportunities to complete your training online and at your own pace.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/philadelphia-pa-climate-reality-local-training-event/
LOCATION:Register To See Address
CATEGORIES:Activism,Climate Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T210000
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SUMMARY:Brownin’
DESCRIPTION:Curated by InLiquid in collaboration with Zindzi Harley\, Brownin’ showcases five Philadelphia-based artists whose work studies the Black figure and celebrates black identity by redefining the meaning of beauty. \n‍
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/brownin/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:InLiquid Gallery in the Crane Building\, 1400 North American\, Suit 108\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Nature Book Club  | Still Waters
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual session to discuss Still Waters by Curt Stager with Arboretum staff.\n\n\nJoin us to discuss Still Waters: The Secret World of Lakes by Curt Stager. Published in 2018\, this book explores the hidden ecosystems and history of lakes around the world. Stager examines the significance of our impact on global water systems and how lakes can serve as a window into our own history and culture.  \nIn this book club session\, we will discuss our perspectives on the book\, and reading it prior is suggested. The event link will be emailed to participants by the Arboretum program coordinator the week before the event.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/virtual-nature-book-club-still-waters/
LOCATION:PA
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T203000
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SUMMARY:Adult Art Workshop\, Intro to Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to learn the art of crochet in a relaxed and fun atmosphere with other adults who share your creative interests!\n\n\nWelcome to the Adult Art Workshop: Intro to Crochet happening at Cherry street pier.  Join us to learn the art of crocheting! No experience needed\, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm. Let’s spend a fun morning together exploring this craft. See you there!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/adult-art-workshop-intro-to-crochet-4/
LOCATION:Cherry Street Pier\, North Christopher Columbus Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, USA\, 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T210000
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SUMMARY:SENG’S HAIR SALON
DESCRIPTION:When a mysterious and fatal epidemic starts to haunt their shop\, three generations of a Lao family in South Philly clash over what’s best for the well-being of their matriarch. This modern American family includes Lao\, Vietnamese and Cambodian characters\, who must navigate a dramatically shifting local and national cultural political scene while advocating for greater political representation.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sengs-hair-salon/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:The drake\, 302 S Hicks St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:Annual Migratory Bird Census
DESCRIPTION:Preserve Manager Zane Miller guides this annual community-science effort to document birds at Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary. Two decades of data reflect impressive avian diversity; birders find an average of 50 species each year.   \nMariton includes various habitats for thrushes\, flycatchers\, tanagers\, and a dozen warbler species. The Migratory Bird Census offers a great opportunity to hone observation skills and learn more about the species that migrate through the region.  \nThe songbirds\, raptors\, waterfowl\, and shorebirds—about 300 recorded species—that rely on habitats under Natural Lands care are not just beautiful but also essential to the health of our planet. What’s more\, they are environmental indicators\, warning us of climate shifts and other ecosystem changes.   \nLearn more about what Natural Lands is doing for bird conservation. \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/annual-migratory-bird-census-2/
LOCATION:Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary\, 240 Sunnyside Road\, Easton\, Pennsylvania\, 18042
CATEGORIES:Birding,general
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Bird Walk Along the Wissahickon (Part 1) with Troy Bynum
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Upper Andorra Parking Lot\nGet to know the birds of Wissahickon Valley Park through this four-part guided bird walk series\, hosted by Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife Photography LLC in partnership with Friends of the Wissahickon. Participants will learn practical tips for identifying common species and gain insight into how different birds use the park’s diverse habitats throughout the seasons. Attend the full series to follow the changing landscape over time\, or join a single hike—everyone is welcome.\nDifficulty: Moderate (some inclines and declines\, uneven surfaces)\nParking: There’s plenty of parking at our meeting location in the Andorra Upper Lot. See this map for details.\nBathrooms: There is an outdoor composting restroom near the Wissahickon Environmental Center a short distance from the parking lot.\nTroy Bynum\, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC\, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia\, PA. Troy’s work focuses on capturing and showcasing the remarkable colors\, intricate patterns\, and rich textures that are abundant throughout the natural world. Troy’s work has been published by Discovery Warner Bros.\, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Grid Magazine\, Northern Virginia Bird Alliance\, The Chestnut Hill Local\, and other regional publications. Troy is also an avid birder and experienced guide\, leading regional and international birding tours with Hillstar Nature\, Delmarva Birding Weekends\, DC Bird Alliance\, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay\, and TB Wildlife Photography LLC to name a few organizations. Troy also volunteers as Field Trip Chair for Liberty Bird Alliance where he coordinates and often leads domestic and international birding trips for the members. Troy currently lives in Montgomery County with his wife and daughter and loves spending his free time with them birding\, hiking\, biking\, or playing bird-themed board games.\nNeed some binoculars for our hike? We’ve got you covered! Email tbynum6834@gmail.com to reserve a pair.\nYou can preview the birds we might see on eBird!\nSave the date for Parts 2-4 of this hike series:\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026 at 8 AM: Cresheim Trail\nSaturday\, October 3\, 2026 at 9 AM: Houston Meadow\nSaturday\, December 12\, 2026 at 10 AM: Valley Green Inn\nPhoto courtesy of Stacey Gray\nRegistration is required for all hikes so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations. Unless otherwise specified\, hikes may be on rocky\, rugged trails that may be wet and slippery. Attendees are advised to bring water and wear closed-toed shoes and anticipate trails with various terrains including grass\, gravel\, and/or asphalt sections. Walks are cancelled in heavy rain or icy conditions. Service animals are always welcome. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org. Visit www.fow.org for updates.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sold-out-bird-walk-along-the-wissahickon-part-1-with-troy-bynum/
LOCATION:Upper Andorra Parking Lot\, 878 Andorra Rd\, Lafayette Hill\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:EcoPhilly Annual Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register for our 5th Annual Summit Today!\n\n\nJoin the EcoPhilly’s Network on May 9\, 2026 as we come together at our 5th Annual Summit!This year’s theme\, From Hope to Action\, is borrowed from the Laudato Si’ Movement’s 2026 theme for Laudato Si’ Week (May 17-24). \nThis event will be held at the Connelly Center at Villanova University and will feature a keynote and breakout sessions about different ways to Care for God’s Creation. \nAll are welcome! \n\nRegister\nAdd Summit to Calendar
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/ecophilly-annual-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Villanova University\, 800 Lancaster Avenue\, Villanova\, PA\, 19085\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000
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SUMMARY:Love Your Park Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, show your local park some love! Celebrate with fun events and volunteer clean ups in over 100 Philly parks!\nDate\nSaturday\, May 9 – Sunday\, May 17 \nThis spring\, show your favorite neighborhood park some love! Love Your Park Week is a nine-day celebration of Philadelphia’s public parks from May 9-17\, 2026. \nIn partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and Fairmount Park Conservancy\, Park Friends groups across the city are hosting events & volunteer cleanups for Love Your Park Week 2026. \nOver 100 Philly parks need help tending gardens and flower beds\, caring for trees\, and cleaning up our parks after the winter season. Click the button below to find a participating park near you! \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/love-your-park-week-2026/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Volunteer,Volunteer Opportunities,Volunteer Service,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:Love Your Park Volunteer Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Upper Andorra Parking Lot\nParking: There will be limited parking onsite at the Upper Andorra Lot\, but there’s much more available along Northwestern Avenue. See map for details.\nBathrooms: There will be a restroom available for use at the Wissahickon Environmental Center.\nLove Your Park is an annual week-long celebration of the amazing parks we have here in Philadelphia! At this Saturday service day\, we’ll be working on a variety trail improvements around Andorra Meadow.\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping\, digging\, tamping\, and cutting; moving heavy objects\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools for cutting vines\n• Litter clean-up\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email one business day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister Below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/love-your-park-volunteer-service-day-3/
LOCATION:Upper Andorra Parking Lot\, 878 Andorra Rd\, Lafayette Hill\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:Love Your Park – Tacony Creek Park – Trash Out\, Trees In
DESCRIPTION:Be part of Love Your Park Spring! \n\n\n\n\nJoin Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership (TTF) and Friends of Tacony Creek Park for a morning showing some love to Tacony Creek Park. \nLast April\, we removed 5\,000 tires. We’re done with that — now it’s TRASH OUT\, TREES IN. Help us clear debris\, clean up the park\, and plant conifer trees that will grow here for years to come. \nSign up to volunteer and join us. We’d love to see you there.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/love-your-park-tacony-creek-park-trash-out-trees-in/
LOCATION:Adams Ave & Newtown Ave\, 313 Adams Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean-ups,CreekyCLEAN,Tacony Creek Park Keepers Meeting,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Lemon Hill Community Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us in kicking off Love Your Park Week with a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park.\nDate\nSaturday\, May 9 \nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation\nLemon Hill \nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy in kicking off Love Your Park Week with a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park on Saturday\, May 9\, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. \nLemon Hill is the historic birthplace of Fairmount Park\, and this summer\, it will make history again as the host of Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival. \nWith Fairmount Park on the world stage this summer\, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Comcast NBCUniversal are teaming up with local volunteers this spring to host a series of cleanups at the park’s entryway near Boathouse Row. Volunteers will help to remove invasive plants\, add flowering shrubs\, and prepare this space to welcome thousands of visitors from all over the world. \nVolunteer projects include:\nRemoving invasive species (primary project)\nTrash pick-up\nWatering \nFairmount Park Conservancy’s expert staff will provide tools\, gloves\, and guidance; no experience needed. Just bring your enthusiasm\, Philly pride\, and love for parks! \nThis event is part of the Lemon Hill Spring Cleanup Series presented by Comcast NBCUniversal.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/lemon-hill-community-volunteer-workday/
LOCATION:Lemon Hill\, 3298 Sedgley Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Public Art Day at the Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:Turn the Farmers Market into a canvas at our Public Art day!\n\n\nJoin us for a vibrant day of creativity\, community\, and color at the Farmers Market for Public Art Day! We’re transforming our space into a collaborative fiber art installation—and everyone is invited to be part of it. \nBring your unfinished fiber projects\, extra yarn\, knitting or crochet work\, and especially any granny squares you’ve been working on (or always meant to start!). Together\, we’ll be assembling a community yarn bombing that will bring texture\, color\, and joy to the market. \nNew to crochet? No problem! We’ll also be offering hands-on guidance for anyone who wants to learn how to make granny squares from scratch. Whether you’re a seasoned fiber artist or picking up a hook for the first time\, there’s a place for you here. \nIn addition to the art-making\, you can enjoy: \n\nLocal farmers market vendors with fresh goods and handmade items\nLive music throughout the day\nA welcoming\, creative atmosphere for all ages\n\nCome stitch\, share\, and help us turn the market into a living\, growing piece of public art. Let’s make something beautiful together.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/public-art-day-at-the-farmers-market/
LOCATION:30 N Lansdowne Ave\, 30 North Lansdowne Avenue\, Lansdowne\, PA\, 19050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gentle Flow Yoga 6- Week Series 1 (Saturdays)
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, 9:15 – 10:15 am\, May 9 – June 13 (6 weeks)\nStep onto the mat\, breathe deeply\, and flow through gentle outdoor yoga with instructor Christina Teofilak. Move mindfully through simple sequences\, focus on alignment\, and adapt each pose to your body. Feel the fresh air\, listen to the sounds of nature\, and release tension as you soak in the peaceful rhythm of this mindful\, outdoor practice.\nWhat to expect:\nA slower-paced yoga class suitable for beginners and intermediate students\nSimple sequences with an emphasis on alignment\, mindful movement\, and breath\nPoses offered with modifications to support a comfortable and accessible practice\nClasses are held outdoors or under cover as needed\nWhat to wear and bring:\nComfortable clothing suitable for movement and outdoor conditions\nA yoga mat\nWater\nArrival and check-in:\nUpon arrival\, please check in at the Visitor Center\, where you will be directed to the class location.\nWaiver requirement:\nEach participant is required to submit a waiver (CLICK HERE). \nPlease print\, complete\, and bring the waiver with you to your first class.\nRegistration and drop-in policy:\nPre-registration is recommended to guarantee a spot.\nDrop-ins are welcome\, space permitting; however\, we cannot admit drop-ins once the class has begun. \nDrop-in participants should allow time to register and pay at the Visitor Center before heading to class.\nFirst-time drop-in participants must arrive 15 minutes early to complete a waiver.\nFee includes admission to the Arboretum\, so feel free to stay for the day!\nMEMBERS (sign in for your discount!): Save 10% when you sign up for the 6-class series! $91.80 per 6-week session; $17 per single class (15% member discounted price!)\nNON-MEMBERS: Save 10% when you sign up for the 6-class series! $108 per 6-week session; $20 per single class\nREGISTER FOR SERIES 1 HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/gentle-flow-yoga-6-week-series-1-saturdays/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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