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Virtual Rain Barrel Workshop

Join us for this FREE webinar on rain barrels, and what you can do to better manage stormwater at home! Rain barrels store rain to be released in drier weather, helping our creeks by decreasing the impact of pollution and reducing demand on our stormwater system. Barrels also save you money because you’ll use less tap water. Use stored water for gardens and lawns, or to wash your patio furniture and cars. Learn more about rain barrels at this workshop, including tips about installation. This webinar will take place on Zoom. Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdO6gqjotGd0w2RXqg2x1_0oj9JcrOuWv Questions? Contact Ryan at ryan@ttfwatershed.org

Free

Brown Brainy Brilliant Book Festival

We’re excited to announce the return of the Brown Brainy Brilliant Book Festival to the Garden! This is an annual free literary event showcasing a diverse group of independently published authors from around the country—particularly those of color and from the LGBTQ community. Meet the authors and enjoy book vendors, food, fun activities, and more! Although children’s literature is the main attraction, this event is open to various genres and is designed for readers of all ages in the surrounding community and Philadelphia area. The aim of the Brown Brainy Brilliant Book Festival is to highlight familiar and emerging voices,

Love Your Park Week

There are more than 300 neighborhood parks across the City of Philadelphia, and this spring over 90 of them will be hosting clean-up service days Saturday, May 13 through Sunday, May 21, for Love Your Park Week. Love Your Park is a program of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and Fairmount Park Conservancy, in partnership with the Park Friends Network, made up of volunteer groups who steward their neighborhood parks. Every spring, thousands of volunteers come out to clean and green their parks, plant trees, clean up litter, and more to help prepare parks for the summer. To lend a hand

Free

Mission Story Slam

Yards Brewing Company 500 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

PWPvideo presents Mission Story Slam to gather the best mission-driven storytellers in Philadelphia to highlight their organizations and sustainable businesses. Mission Story Slam is hosted twice a year and this month’s theme is “The Next Chapter.” Grant Blvd’s Kimberly McGlonn will be joined by other well-known Philadelphians to share their next chapter story with a live audience at Yards Brewing on May 23 at 6 PM. Storytellers compete by telling a 5-minute true story on the theme of "The Next Chapter.” A panel of 3 judges selects the best story to win a $250 donation to their favorite nonprofit. The

$10 – $15

Germantown Arts District – May Fourth Friday Event

Ubuntu Fine Arts Gallery 5423 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Get ready for another night of art, music, and community at our May Fourth Friday event! Join us on May 26th at Ubuntu Fine Art Gallery and The Kinesics Dance Dynamics Theatre from 6-9 pm for an evening of fun and creativity as we showcase the incredible talent of Germantown's art scene with DJ WayV from Musiqology. Discover unique works of art, connect with local artists, and enjoy live music, refreshments, and a Q&A about culture and the arts in the Germantown Area. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply looking for a fun night out, we've got something for

Free

RittenhouseTown Fair

Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Historic RittenhouseTown at our 2nd Annual Town Fair! This is a free event hosted on our 20-acre parks & rec site nestled in the heart of the Wissahickon Valley of Philadelphia. The event features local vendors, food and drink, hands-on activities, hearth cooking & papermaking, along with an assortment of wellness classes throughout the day - rain or shine!

Free!

Walk Around Philadelphia – 2023 Exhibit Closing, Film Screening and Q&A @ Studio 34

Studio 34 4522 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia is large and contains multitudes. This exhibit, curated by longtime Studio 34 collaborator JJ Tiziou, features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s margins on foot. Since 2016, Walk Around Philadelphia has evolved into a citywide public program that has facilitated the exploration of the city’s furthest (and wildest) reaches for hundreds of Philadelphians. Join us on June 4th 7-9pm for last chance to check out the exhibit, film screening of footage from the walk, and conversation / Q&A between JJ Tiziou & Morgan Andrews at 8pm.

Museum for Art in Wood presents Belly Dance: A Space for Personal Expression

Museum for Art in Wood 141 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Museum for Art in Wood for a captivating evening of Belly Dance: A Space for Personal Expression. Guided by Habiba, an internationally recognized performer, choreographer, teacher, and lecturer on dances of the Middle East, the audience will be invited to “become” music through movements of the torso, hips, and arms, while tracing the deep history of belly dance. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience this ancient art form, traditionally the domain of women. Belly Dance: A Space for Personal Expression will be offered for this one night only!

Free

STRUT! A Harlem Renaissance Cabaret

world cafe live 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

World Cafe Live and Opera Philadelphia are teaming up to present STRUT! A Harlem Renaissance Cabaret. Philadelphia-based artist Cookie Diorio takes the audience on a musical journey that celebrates creatives from the Harlem Renaissance and their impact on the cultural landscape today. Music highlighted as part of the event includes works performed by Bessie Smith, Ethel Waters, and Billie Holiday, as well as several unpublished works by Margaret Bonds and Florence Price newly arranged for voice and band. This hour-long cabaret will take place at The Lounge at World Cafe Live, with two shows at 8:30pm and 10:30pm. Cookie Diorio

$25

Art for the Cash Poor

InLiquid Gallery 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join InLiquid Saturday, June 10th from 12 - 6 pm for our annual affordable art fair, Art for the Cash Poor! Enjoy local art at the 23rd annual installment of this art fair that directly benefits visual artists, designers, and craftspeople. InLiquid invites the public to experience and support an accessible and thriving Philadelphia creative community, on the 1400 + 1500 blocks of N. American St. Enjoy art, crafts, music, and more! With more than 100 artists, all work is priced under $250 and all proceeds from art sales go directly to the artists. For more information please visit https://www.inliquid.org/aftcp/aftcp2023

Free

Contemplative Nature Photography

The Barn at Historic RittenhouseTown 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a contemplative approach to photographing nature using smartphones. The emphasis will be on the process, not the product. Walking meditation, mindful breathing, and contemplative appreciation of nature will be the doorways into a reflection on our relationship to nature. What images do we see? What stories do we create about what we observe? Can we learn to see familiar sights with new eyes?

$27

Open Gallery: Three of a Kind Part 2: Abstractions | artwork by DuiJi Mshinda, Kara Mshinda, and Dahra Mshinda

Stop by the Barn during the Garden’s Juneteenth Celebration for a viewing of Three of a Kind Part 2: Abstractions. Three of a Kind Part 2: Abstractions is an exhibition that highlights the creative practices and artworks of family members DuiJi, Kara, and Dahra Mshinda. In this second family exhibition, the Mshindas share a collection of abstract artworks produced between 2015 and 2023. This body of artwork, which ranges from digital photo collages to paintings and mixed-media works,  celebrates the unnamable, kinetic, and emotive immediacy of creative imagination.  By focusing on abstraction rather than representational or figurative subject matter, the

The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia presents Ben Franklin’s Fiddle

Biber Battalia Mark O’Connor Emily’s Reel Telemann Overture to Les Nations anciens et modernes Jessie Montgomery Strum Geminiani Concerto grosso no.12, D minor, after Corelli Mark O’Connor Appalachia Waltz Rameau Forêts paisibles from Les Indes Galantes Transport yourself back in time with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia’s garden concert, celebrating the rich musical heritage of early America. Experience the convergence of Baroque elegance and intricate ornamentation, along with the dancing melodies of fiddle music that formed part of the foundation of America’s musical identity. Immerse yourself in the sounds of the past as we take you on a journey through the musical history of our nation in

Museum for Art in Wood presents A Concert with Mid East Ensemble

Museum for Art in Wood 141 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Museum for Art in Wood for a captivating and immersive musical experience featuring Philadelphia's renowned Mid East Ensemble! Comprised of the region's most talented Middle Eastern musicians and dancers, the Mid East Ensemble presents energetic performances with a diverse array of instruments accompanied by vibrant dance traditions, including belly dance and debka, a folk dance from the Levantine and Anatolian regions. The Ensemble traces its origins back to the early 1990s, when it emerged from the iconic Middle East Restaurant, a cherished Old City establishment owned by the Tayoun family—whose sons perform in the Ensemble—that celebrated Middle Eastern

$10 – $15

Sunrise Ceremony

Upper Meadow

Join us as we greet the Sun and celebrate the beginning of Summer with drumming and songs. Feel free to bring drums or shakers and take in the beauty of the first moments of the day. All are welcome! Meeting spot: Meadow between the sweat lodge and beehives. Just follow the path that winds behind the parking loop and red shipping container towards the River.  

Gnome Core: Experimental Art Performance

Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Spend some quality time with our Gnome in Residence. This year’s Performing Artist in Residence is our own Professional Hermit, Alex Tatarsky. Alex’s performances will take place on the grounds of Glen Foerd and will inhabit a space somewhere in between eco-lecture, object dance, and foraged dinner theater. Although the concept of the professional hermit faded away at the end of the 18th century, it has not left us entirely. It has evolved from the antiquarian druid to its current reincarnation in the person of Alex Tatarsky: Garden Gnome. This performance will be located near the water tower and will

Free

Resistance Garden Community Celebration & Fundraiser

One Art Community Center 1431-39 North 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for our community gathering in honor of Painted Bride's Resistance Garden project! This past year, our Resistance Garden project saw over 2,350 Philadelphians engage with the vibrant urban gardens of our city in fun, creative ways – including foraging tours, educational zines, and youth arts programming. We’ll celebrate our year’s work together with food, drink, family-friendly activities, and live music. Performances include SNACKTIME, Ursula Rucker & Tim Motzer, and Oluwafemi. Admission is free, but donations are much appreciated. Your contribution would support our celebration of our partners’ vital cultural work, as well as our future growth as a

Free
Event Series Unholy Wars

A Midsummer Gala Celebration – Philadelphia Women’s Theatre Festival

phildelphia ethical society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Philadelphia Women's Theatre Festival for a fundraising gala celebrating women in the arts and the playful, colorful and beautiful gender spectrum of our world! 🎉 WHEN: Tuesday, June 27th, 7:30pm WHERE: The Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103 WHAT'S GONNA HAPPEN: Emceed by the captivating and illustrious Eric Jaffe (https://www.theericjaffe.com), the evening will include performances from this award winning drag queen, PWTF alum Sarah Gafgen and Meredith Beck with an excerpt from their touring show, "Merman and Martin: Together Off-Broadway", and multi talented theater artist Jenna Kuerzi! OPEN BAR! 🥂Food! 🍇 Dancing!🕺🏻 Live performances! 🎤

$55

Taking a Line for a Walk – Artist Reception

Park Towne Place The Great Lawn, 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join us on June 28th at Park Towne Place in celebration of our latest exhibition, Taking a Line for a Walk. The opening reception will begin in the North Tower, moving on to the West Tower, and finally the South Tower. Each tower will offer an opportunity to hear short remarks from a featured artist or curator, and a chance to mingle. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served. We look forward to seeing you at this next installment of art at Park Towne Place! About the Exhibition: Taking a Line for a Walk is an exhibition of artwork

Free
Event Series Cheese & Wine at Old Pine

Museum for Art in Wood presents Tea and Game Night

Museum for Art in Wood 141 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Museum for Art in Wood for an evening of backgammon and shesh besh. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this game night is for everyone. Guests are invited to bring their own boards or use one provided by the Museum. Get ready for an enjoyable and exciting night of friendly competition and laughter. During Tea and Game Night, attendees are welcome to explore the Museum’s latest exhibition, The Mashrabiya Project: Seeing Through Space, a multi-disciplinary exhibition featuring commissioned, never-before-seen works from six international artists. The exhibition is the first effort in the U.S. to

Free
Event Series Madame Butterfly

Germantown Arts District June Fourth Friday

The Kinesics Dance Dynamics Theatre 5427 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 5427 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable night of art, fun, and Culture at Germantown Art District's June 30th Fourth Friday Event! The GAD believes Germantown's historical, cultural, educational, and community contributions continue to shape and evolve the city of Philadelphia, and that is why GAD will be hosting monthly Fourth Fridays programming. Here’s what you can expect in June: ​​There will be fun activities, food/drinks, music, networking and more. 6 pm - 9pm Inside Kinesics Dance Dynamics Theatre (5427 Germantown Ave) Fourth Friday Party Headquarters - Musiquology in the Box Outside Kinesics Dance Dynamics Theatre (5427 Germantown Ave) Food and Refreshments

Free

Without a Cue presents: Who Cracked The Liberty Bell? A Historical Mystery

Red Rūm Theater 601 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

America just won its Independence from Great Britain and the new nation is abuzz with talk of liberty! The old “State House Bell” has been rehung and now rings out to signify important events, the coming of news…and the start of classes for students at the University. YOU are now one of those students and you are eager to get to class. Shockingly you’re not sure when class will begin because the great big bell that has tolled so faithfully all school year has been CRACKED! Who could it have been? A fellow student playing a prank? Someone who works

$20

29th Annual Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival

Downtown Haddonfield along Kings Highway between Washington Avenue and Haddon Avenue, along Tanner Street to Euclid Avenue and on Kings Court, Haddonfield, NJ, United States

Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival returns for its 29th year with more than 200 artists showcasing the best of fine art and craft from the region and beyond. This two-day outdoor festival, sponsored by Subaru, will be held Saturday, July 8 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday, July 9 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. along Kings Highway between Washington Avenue and Haddon Avenue, along Tanner Street to Euclid Avenue and on Kings Court. Learn more at downtownhaddonfield.com.

FREE
Event Series Bluebird Nesting Box Tour

Second Saturdays at Cliveden: Citizenship

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Cliveden’s next Second Saturday event on July 8th, from 9am to 4pm, and the theme is Citizenship! Local organization Victoria Urban Outreach Tutoring Service (VUOTS) will host a civic engagement and legislative conversation with Every Voice, Every Vote, a collaborative project managed by The Lenfest Institute for Journalism. From 9am to 12pm, community members are welcome to volunteer in the gardens and assist the Preservation Director in maintaining the greenspace. Tools and directions will be provided, no experience is necessary. Volunteers should come to the Carriage House and Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119, to meet with Libbie.

Free

Christmas in July

Jack Curtis Stadium at Cooper River Park 1301 North Park Dr, Pennsauken, NJ, United States

Opera Philadelphia brings its multitalented singers, orchestra, and chorus to the Twilight Concert Series at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken for a family-friendly night of opera conducted by Collingswood’s Elizabeth Braden. The free, 90-minute concert begins with some of opera’s most beloved and popular songs and concludes with a full performance of Gian Carlo Menotti’s magical holiday classic Amahl and the Night Visitors, about a little shepherd boy who encounters the Three Kings on their way to Bethlehem. Dubbed Opera Philadelphia's Christmas in July, the concert is part of a special 2023 Twilight Concert Series lineup to commemorate the 100th

Free