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  • Garden Tenders: How to Start and Sustain a Community Garden

    Garden Tenders: How to Start and Sustain a Community Garden
    PHS McLean Library 100 North 20th Street, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, United States

    Are you involved in a new community garden or looking to start one? Join us to learn what it takes to get a community garden started, and how to keep it going. This is not a gardening class -- we will cover recruiting and keeping volunteers; assessing and finding resources in your neighborhood; garden management; land ownership/security; forming partnerships, and How to Get Stuff Done!  Philadelphia groups who complete the course and meet additional requirements are invited to apply for project support. This class takes place on six Thursday evenings: September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 from 6 - 8

  • Introduction to Photography: Wildlife Edition with Troy Bynum

    Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meet at Wissahickon Environmental Center (The Treehouse) If you’ve seen our #wildlifewednesday posts on Facebook or Instagram, you know that the Wissahickon is home to endless wild beauty worth capturing. Meet Troy Bynum, the man behind our weekly wildlife posts, and learn how to use manual settings on your camera like a professional at our Introduction to Photography Workshop: Wildlife Edition. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, this is an opportunity to brush up on your familiarity with aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and Exposure Compensation to take your photos to the next level. We’ll start at the Wissahickon

  • Garden Tenders: How to Start and Sustain a Community Garden

    Garden Tenders: How to Start and Sustain a Community Garden
    PHS McLean Library 100 North 20th Street, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, United States

    Are you involved in a new community garden or looking to start one? Join us to learn what it takes to get a community garden started, and how to keep it going. This is not a gardening class -- we will cover recruiting and keeping volunteers; assessing and finding resources in your neighborhood; garden management; land ownership/security; forming partnerships, and How to Get Stuff Done!  Philadelphia groups who complete the course and meet additional requirements are invited to apply for project support. This class takes place on six Thursday evenings: September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 from 6 - 8

  • Animals in our Backyard –

    FOR ALL AGES Meet the animals! Bring the whole family for our daytime version of our popular Nature at Night program. You don’t have to go to another country or a zoo to see exciting animals; we have them right here in our backyards! In this program, you’ll meet animals from Pennsylvania and learn why they are worthy of some hometown pride. Live animals and taxidermy mounts highlight this exciting experience. Participants learn what behaviors and adaptations are unique to each species and then see the critters up close. About the presenter: Briar Bush Nature Center’s mission is to inspire people of all ages

  • Nature at Night: Birds of Prey

    FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN AGES 8-17 Meet the hunters of the skies. What makes birds of prey unique among birds? Join Briar Bush Nature Center’s Animal Curator as we explore the incredible adaptations hawks and owls possess to be efficient hunters, including lightweight skeletons, sharp beaks and talons, and silent feathers. You’ll get to touch some real bird artifacts and see some live birds of prey up close! About the presenter: Briar Bush Nature Center’s mission is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to explore and protect nature by encouraging curiosity and scientific inquiry. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please check in at the Visitor

  • Reclaiming Our Vote – The Stakes of the 2023 Municipal Election

    Online event

    Reclaiming Our Vote - The Stakes of the 2023 Municipal Election Join NExT Philadelphia (The Urban League of Philadelphia Young Professionals) for an exciting online event on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 8:00 PM EDT. The stakes have never been higher as we come together to discuss and strategize for the upcoming municipal election. This event is your opportunity to make your voice heard and be a part of the movement to reclaim our vote. During this event, we will delve into the key issues at hand, what's on the ballot, and the impact this election will have on our

    Free

  • 023 Conference: Regenerative Solutions for Resilient Landscapes – Longwood Gardens

    Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, United States

    Regenerative Solutions for Resilient Landscapes 2023 Join the ELA for the 2023 R & R Conference, in person at Longwood Gardens Thursday, November 9 @ 8:30 EDT-4:30 EDT ELA will also offer an online opportunity to participate! CHANGING CULTURE Culture is an aspect of our daily lives that is often taken for granted, but which permeates almost everything we do. Families, workplaces, virtual and lived-in communities all have distinct cultures which come to bear on the beliefs, language use, choices, and behaviors of individuals and groups. This year, the theme for ELA’s Regenerative Solutions for Resilient Landscapes (R&R) Conference will be Changing

  • Miracle On American Street Holiday Gift Market

    1800 N. American St., Philadelphia, PA 19122 1800 N. American St., Philadelphia, PA 19122, PA, United States

    NextFab and Olde Kensington Boutique have once again partnered to bring you the third annual “Miracle on American Street” Holiday Gift Market! Shop local and handmade this holiday season, with our biggest market yet, from over 100 vendors, while enjoying delicious food and drinks from vendors and cuisine from Sor Ynez. Tour the beautiful NextFab facilities and meet the makers in the actual studio spaces they use to produce the fantastic work available for purchase. Enjoy demonstrations, giveaways, and make-and-take activities within the makerspace. Enjoy demonstrations, giveaways, and make-and-take activities for all ages, including the make your own ornament at

    Free

  • Local Yarn Weaving Workshop

    Drexel University URBN Building 3501 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us in celebrating local craftsmanship and creativity as we partner with the Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers for a tapestry weaving workshop at Drexel University on November 18th. Discover the art of weaving using natural yarns grown right here in Pennsylvania! What to Expect: Explore the enchanting world of weaving as we guide you through the intricate process of creating your very own woven masterpiece using locally sourced yarns. Highlights: - Hands-on weaving experience - Dive into the diversity of local yarns - Craft your unique woven creation - Learn the significance of supporting our local fiber supply chain -

  • Local Yarn Weaving Workshop– PA Fibershed

    Drexel University URBN Building 3501 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us in celebrating local craftsmanship and creativity as we partner with the Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers for a tapestry weaving workshop at Drexel University on November 18th. Discover the art of weaving using natural yarns grown right here in Pennsylvania! What to Expect: Explore the enchanting world of weaving as we guide you through the intricate process of creating your very own woven masterpiece using locally sourced yarns. Highlights: - Hands-on weaving experience - Dive into the diversity of local yarns - Craft your unique woven creation - Learn the significance of supporting our local fiber supply chain -

  • Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen

    Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen
    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa 19114 https://holyfamilyartgallery.wordpress.com/ Gallery Hours: 7:30am-5pm Exhibition Dates: 11/15/23 – 12/4/23 Reception and Artist’s Gallery Talk: Wednesday 11/29, Noon Entrance: Free and open to the public Contact (gallery Info): Professor Pamela Flynn, Gallery Director, pflynn12@holyfamily.edu Contact (artist): Andrew DeCaen, andrew@andrewdecaen.com Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of artworks by Andrew DeCaen. The exhibition will include flat and sculptural works on paper using lithography, screen-printing, laser-etched and folded paper. The work will be on view from November eleventh to December

    Free

  • Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen

    Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen
    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa 19114 https://holyfamilyartgallery.wordpress.com/ Gallery Hours: 7:30am-5pm Exhibition Dates: 11/15/23 – 12/4/23 Reception and Artist’s Gallery Talk: Wednesday 11/29, Noon Entrance: Free and open to the public Contact (gallery Info): Professor Pamela Flynn, Gallery Director, pflynn12@holyfamily.edu Contact (artist): Andrew DeCaen, andrew@andrewdecaen.com Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of artworks by Andrew DeCaen. The exhibition will include flat and sculptural works on paper using lithography, screen-printing, laser-etched and folded paper. The work will be on view from November eleventh to December

    Free

  • Green City Teachers

    Learn about gardening, greening, and the environment and how to incorporate them into the classroom or after-school activities. Green City Teachers is a five-session virtual course that uses experiential learning to give teachers, educators, parents, and mentors the background knowledge to pass gardening along to the next generation. Topics include basic horticulture, growing outdoors in winter, food gardening, light gardening, plant propagation, finding resources, and green career exploration for youth. You do not need to be a teacher, and you do not need to work in Philadelphia to participate. This course is open to anyone working with kids.   DATES November 29,

  • Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen

    Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen
    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa 19114 https://holyfamilyartgallery.wordpress.com/ Gallery Hours: 7:30am-5pm Exhibition Dates: 11/15/23 – 12/4/23 Reception and Artist’s Gallery Talk: Wednesday 11/29, Noon Entrance: Free and open to the public Contact (gallery Info): Professor Pamela Flynn, Gallery Director, pflynn12@holyfamily.edu Contact (artist): Andrew DeCaen, andrew@andrewdecaen.com Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of artworks by Andrew DeCaen. The exhibition will include flat and sculptural works on paper using lithography, screen-printing, laser-etched and folded paper. The work will be on view from November eleventh to December

    Free

  • Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen

    Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen
    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa 19114 https://holyfamilyartgallery.wordpress.com/ Gallery Hours: 7:30am-5pm Exhibition Dates: 11/15/23 – 12/4/23 Reception and Artist’s Gallery Talk: Wednesday 11/29, Noon Entrance: Free and open to the public Contact (gallery Info): Professor Pamela Flynn, Gallery Director, pflynn12@holyfamily.edu Contact (artist): Andrew DeCaen, andrew@andrewdecaen.com Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of artworks by Andrew DeCaen. The exhibition will include flat and sculptural works on paper using lithography, screen-printing, laser-etched and folded paper. The work will be on view from November eleventh to December

    Free

  • Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen

    Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen
    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa 19114 https://holyfamilyartgallery.wordpress.com/ Gallery Hours: 7:30am-5pm Exhibition Dates: 11/15/23 – 12/4/23 Reception and Artist’s Gallery Talk: Wednesday 11/29, Noon Entrance: Free and open to the public Contact (gallery Info): Professor Pamela Flynn, Gallery Director, pflynn12@holyfamily.edu Contact (artist): Andrew DeCaen, andrew@andrewdecaen.com Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of artworks by Andrew DeCaen. The exhibition will include flat and sculptural works on paper using lithography, screen-printing, laser-etched and folded paper. The work will be on view from November eleventh to December

    Free

  • Botanical Arts Program: Putting the FUN in Fundamentals

    PHS McLean Library 100 North 20th Street, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, United States

    Interested in entering the Botanical Arts (formerly Jewelry) section of the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show? Learn the fundamentals of Botanical Arts and how entries are critiqued. The presenters will show examples of past award-winning entries and demonstrate tips and tricks that will help take your entries to the next level. This is event is free, but advance registration is required. COST Free ACCESSIBILITY PHS McLean Library is ADA compliant. On-street parking and parking lots are located nearby.  

  • Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen

    Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen
    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa 19114 https://holyfamilyartgallery.wordpress.com/ Gallery Hours: 7:30am-5pm Exhibition Dates: 11/15/23 – 12/4/23 Reception and Artist’s Gallery Talk: Wednesday 11/29, Noon Entrance: Free and open to the public Contact (gallery Info): Professor Pamela Flynn, Gallery Director, pflynn12@holyfamily.edu Contact (artist): Andrew DeCaen, andrew@andrewdecaen.com Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of artworks by Andrew DeCaen. The exhibition will include flat and sculptural works on paper using lithography, screen-printing, laser-etched and folded paper. The work will be on view from November eleventh to December

    Free

  • Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen

    Exhibition and Artist’s Talk: Before the Plate: Andrew DeCaen
    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa 19114 https://holyfamilyartgallery.wordpress.com/ Gallery Hours: 7:30am-5pm Exhibition Dates: 11/15/23 – 12/4/23 Reception and Artist’s Gallery Talk: Wednesday 11/29, Noon Entrance: Free and open to the public Contact (gallery Info): Professor Pamela Flynn, Gallery Director, pflynn12@holyfamily.edu Contact (artist): Andrew DeCaen, andrew@andrewdecaen.com Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of artworks by Andrew DeCaen. The exhibition will include flat and sculptural works on paper using lithography, screen-printing, laser-etched and folded paper. The work will be on view from November eleventh to December

    Free

  • WINE+WHINE // Advocacy, Sips, and Networking

    BlacOak Tasting Room 6139 Ridge Avenue #B, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    After election season, there's no better way to regroup and prepare for the year ahead than by gathering with like-minded individuals who are committed to uplifting their community. On Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 5:30pm the NExT Philadelphia Advocacy Committee will be hosting WINE+WHINE | Advocacy, Sips & Networking at BlacOak Tasting Room (6139 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia PA 19128). Letters are an extremely effective way of communicating with your elected officials. Many legislators believe that a letter represents not only the position of the writer but also many other constituents who did not take the time to write. At this

    $10

  • Design a Doodad #002: Beer Can Label Design Workshop

    DEEP CUTZZ: HOLIDAZE 2023 LAST CHANCE MARKET
    Triple Bottom Brewing 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us at Triple Bottom Brewing to design your own beer can label! First, we will take you on a short design adventure by getting to know how much inspiration and intention it takes to bring a label to life. Meet Marian Bailey, the creator of the Triple Bottom’s Hazy IPA, Training Montage label. Then, YOU become the designer of your own beer can label, using provided supplies and templates. Lastly, we’ll put your label on a can for you to use as a vessel or a planter (yes, we will have succulents). Registration includes: + One (1) beverage +

    $45

  • Winter Seed Sowing Workshop: Native Plants for your Garden

    FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Learn from the experts! Discover the benefits of native plants for our local pollinators in this interactive workshop led by Tyler’s Pollinator Preserve Coordinator, Nancy Heinbaugh. You will learn which native plants are most appealing to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds and which ones serve as ideal host plants for butterflies. With hands-on guidance, you will transform a gallon container into a native seed planter to take home. Additionally, you’ll receive instructions on how to care for your seeds and when to transplant the seedlings to your garden in the spring. Bring a clean, transparent or

  • Owl Howl

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head out into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center from 5:00 pm -

    $29

  • Herbal Container Workshop

    FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Download our Herbal Container Guide Here. Create your own herbal planter! It’s easy to add fresh herbs to your meals when you have a pot of culinary herbs growing near your kitchen. Learn about growing herbs in this interactive workshop led by Tyler Senior Gardener Bess Trout. Experts guide you in selecting and planting herbs in a container to take home and enjoy. Once home, these pots can thrive on their own or be placed into a larger container. Bring a clean, quart-sized planter with drainage holes. Instructions, soil, and seeds will be provided. Check-in

  • Trees for the Future

    Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Henrik Sjöman, Scientific Curator, Gothenburg Botanical Garden, is coming to Philadelphia to share his groundbreaking research on trees -- which tree types grow best where, and why. His new book, Trees for the Future, stimulates a whole new language around tree selection and will lead to more informed decisions about choosing trees for location and function. This will ensure more positive outcomes for trees and richer treescapes in our city! This program is being presented jointly by the Morris Arboretum & Gardens and Chanticleer, A Pleasure Garden. Registrants will have the additional option to purchase a book and have it

  • Introduction to Beekeeping Program (Series)

    Join Tyler Arboretum’s Introduction to Beekeeping Program for a hands-on deep dive into managing honeybee colonies throughout the entire beekeeping season. Gain real-world experience as part of a small, supportive cohort of students under the guidance of Tyler’s lead volunteer beekeeper, Paul Strommer. Colonies are collaboratively managed by the class, enabling the entire group to learn from the challenges faced by some colonies and share in the success of others. This class will include honey extraction if beekeeping activities are successful enough, and a portion of the honey will be shared with participants. Veil, gloves, hive tools, and all other equipment and safety supplies

  • Felted Flower Art

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Capture the essence of nature while learning the beginning steps of 3-dimensional needle felting. Local textile artist Sara Setzer shows you how to create beautiful floral designs using wool and other natural fibers in this relaxed session of crafting. Leave with your own hoop-framed piece of original art, ready to hang and admire. No experience needed! Bring your lunch. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sunday, March 24, 2024 (Rain Date: Sunday, April 7). About the Instructor: Sara Setzer is a fiber artist who specializes in the art of felt work. Inspired by nature, she

    $49

  • Star Party

    FOR ADULTS AND YOUTH AGES 12-17 Discover the mysteries of the night sky! Join us for a night of stargazing with members of the Chester County Astronomical Society. Telescopes will be available for public viewing, but feel free to bring your equipment. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned stargazer, this event promises to expand your knowledge of the cosmos. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Feel free to bring a lawn chair for added comfort. Binoculars and telescopes are welcome. This program starts after Tyler’s closing hours. Gates will open

  • SGS – Gardening for Year-round Interest

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Native plants fit beautifully into the landscape because they are already adapted to our local growing conditions. Learn about a variety of wildflowers, shrubs, trees and vines that are ideal for home gardens and provide color, texture, ecological services and seasonal interest all year long. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 6, 2024. About the Instructor: Nancy Bell is the Education and Garden Coach Coordinator at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin. She has Certificates of Merit in Ornamental Horticulture and Landscape Design from Longwood Gardens.

    $19

  • Gardening with Nature in Mind

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Eco-friendly gardening works with nature, not against it. Learn how to simplify your gardening tasks, maximize your soil’s potential, and reduce water usage while supporting pollinators and local wildlife. Save time, energy, and resources using native plants to create beautiful, environmentally sound landscaping. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 6, 2024. About the Instructor: Liz Allen is an Educator at Mt. Cuba Center and a Delaware Master Naturalist with the University of Delaware. She provides gardening consultations to local homeowners and schools who are looking to diversify and improve their landscape value with

    $19