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Event Series Summer Yoga Series with Dragonfly Yoga

Juneteenth Tours at Peter Wentz Farmstead

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, June 15, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Juneteenth Tours at the Peter Wentz Farmstead Join the Peter Wentz Farmstead in observation of Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the emancipation of Black enslaved people in America. We will be offering special tours throughout the weekend focusing on the lives of the enslaved people owned by the Wentz family and how their stories connect to the larger history of slavery in early Pennsylvania. Learn about Jack, a freedom seeker owned by Peter Wentz who escaped twice from the Farmstead. Hear the stories of Hannah Till and William Lee, enslaved people

Free
Event Series Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Dragon Boat Dock 1233 MLK Drive, Philadelphia, United States

FREE BOATING ADVENTURES ON THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER with LandHealth Institute We’re thrilled to be offering a whole boat load of opportunities to get on the river this summer from a variety of launching points. Whether you’ve never kayaked before or you’re a seasoned paddler, come on out and help us break in our brand new fleet of kayaks! This city was built to hug the rivers but most of us never get a chance to get on. All ages welcome! No registration is needed for our Dragon Dock dates listed here. To launch from our other two locations, find out

Free
Event Series Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Dragon Boat Dock 1233 MLK Drive, Philadelphia, United States

FREE BOATING ADVENTURES ON THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER with LandHealth Institute We’re thrilled to be offering a whole boat load of opportunities to get on the river this summer from a variety of launching points. Whether you’ve never kayaked before or you’re a seasoned paddler, come on out and help us break in our brand new fleet of kayaks! This city was built to hug the rivers but most of us never get a chance to get on. All ages welcome! No registration is needed for our Dragon Dock dates listed here. To launch from our other two locations, find out

Free

Juneteenth Dinner

Awbury Arboretum 1 Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us at Awbury Arboretums Francis Cope House on Wednesday June, 19th from 5:00pm - 8:00pm to celebrate the legacy of Juneteenth! Come celebrate and learn about the history of Juneteenth and the continued fight for liberation. The evening will consist of a Q&A led by Germantown Infohub's Rasheed Ajamu with speakers Gwen Ragsdale of the Lest We Forget Slavery Museum, journalist Cassie Owens, and Juneteenth Festival Founder Cornelia Swinson! Following the talk, Chef Gail will provide a delicious meal inspired by the Juneteenth era infused with a rich history of Black culture! And to close out the evening, multi-dimensional

Philly Juneteenth Celebration Featuring: Dr. Leonard & Rosalind Jeffries (Wednesday June 19, 2024 5pm-9pm at The Rotunda )

The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A CULTURAL EXPERIENCE Family Fun, Guest Speakers, Fashion & Talent Showcase Vendors,Food, EDUTAINMENT Hosted: Bigga Dre "Amun Sen Hotep Re" Over 60 years, first begining as individuals and later in marriage, Dr. Rosalind and Leonard Jeffries have began their Great and Majestic Walk with African Peoples and our Great Culture. Their Walk has spanded more than 25 African Countries and Hundreds of African Leaders and at the same time they were instrumental in fusing the African American Experience with their African Continental Experience ! 1865 people were not interested in immigration into the United States. In fact, the United States

Donation

Summer Solstice

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Celebrate the longest day of the year and the kickoff to summer! Did you know that on summer solstice the sun makes its longest journey across the sky making it the longest day of the year? This day has been celebrated by many cultures throughout history and marks the beginning of summer! Join us on Riverbend’s preserve for summer fun! We’ll have a wine garden for the adults, activities for the kids, fresh Philly pretzels, delicious water ice, a blazing bonfire with s’mores, and live music! Groups are welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair and pack their own

$35

Neighborhood Family Garden Meet and Greet

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

PGP's Neighborhood Family Garden is a place for everyone from the surrounding neighborhood to come learn to grow, harvest, and cook their own produce as well as participate in shared wellness activities. Jun 22, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Are you a neighborhood community member looking to learn to grow or to connect to a group of healthy neighbors to enjoy wellness outdoors together? Participation is free however a minimum of 6 hours of help is required before taking home your part of the harvest. We

Event Series Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Dragon Boat Dock 1233 MLK Drive, Philadelphia, United States

FREE BOATING ADVENTURES ON THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER with LandHealth Institute We’re thrilled to be offering a whole boat load of opportunities to get on the river this summer from a variety of launching points. Whether you’ve never kayaked before or you’re a seasoned paddler, come on out and help us break in our brand new fleet of kayaks! This city was built to hug the rivers but most of us never get a chance to get on. All ages welcome! No registration is needed for our Dragon Dock dates listed here. To launch from our other two locations, find out

Free

Museum of Illusions Yappy Hour

Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

This one-of-a-kind dog-friendly event is in support of Philadoptables, a noble mission dedicated to rescuing the city's most vulnerable animals. Half of the proceeds from this event will directly support this honorable cause, and if you're planning a visit to the museum, guests can opt-in to round up their ticket or Smart Shop purchase to further benefit Philadoptables, now through October 2024. Elevating the experience, the event will feature local vendors such as Brixxy and Co., Heart + Paw, and Pet Friendly Dog Bakery. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories with your furry friends while supporting

$25

Now + Then Marketplace Oval x Parkway Palooza

Eakins Oval 2541 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, United States

Now + Then Marketplace returns to Eakins Oval for its 3rd year and one of its largest markets of the year! Over 140 local vendors will gather in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art at Eakins Oval and along the outer lane of the parkway this Sunday 7/14 Noon to 6pm as we collaborate with The Barnes, Rodin, and Philadelphia Museum of Art for a party down the parkway! Don't miss out checking out The Oval's mini golf course & beer garden as well as music, food and drinks. As always this market and event are free to attend,

$99

Landscapes on the Edge of Abstraction II

Benna's Cafe 1236 S 8th Street, Philadelphia, United States

Meet Philadelphia artist, Deborah Zuchman at @bennascafe (at the corner of *th & Wharton Sts.) Sunday, July 21, 2024 from 2-4pm. Deborah was an Art Demonstration Teacher and taught in the Philadelphia Public Schools for thirty-five years. She also worked as a Project Manager for the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program for several years. Zuchman paints en plein air and from her imagination. She explores the fine line between landscape and abstraction. Show runs from July 1 through July 31, 2024. BENNA'S CAFE OPEN 7 DAYS MONDAY - FRIDAY 7AM - 2 PM SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 8 AM - 2 PM

Watershed Goat Walk

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn about Water Systems and Walk the Goats! Free! at Project, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join us on Saturday, August 24 to walk the goats and learn about water systems and ecology! We start at the goat barn promptly at 1:00.  We walk and learn at the same time. No reservations necessary!  Free! Please check website and social media for weather related changes. Rain date is Sunday, August 25th at 1:00.

Event Series Now + Then Saturday Craft Market

Now + Then Saturday Craft Market

Close at Hand Innovations 2418 Martha Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Now + Then Marketplace's first ever weekly occurring craft only market on Martha Street in Fishtown! 12pm-5pm every Saturday, rain or shine, family & dog friendly w/ alcoholic beverages in our side yard oasis🍹 and rotating local food trucks on site each week! Sept 7th: Bao & Bun Studio Sept 14th: Brokenfork September 21st: Melo September 28th: La Rachlette 30 craft vendors set up at each market, inside & outside of the old Close at Hand Warehouse across from Picnic. Vendors rotate monthly, so there are new vendors each week! 🛍️ 😍 Looking to vend w/ us? Grab a spot

Free
Event Series Peace Day Philly

Peace Day Philly

Accross Philadelphia Philadelphia, United States

Peace Day Philly is the local initiative for the International Day of Peace, Sept. 21. Peace Day Philly encourages individuals, organizations and communities across the city to use the platform of this global day to do something for peace in their world. Programs related to personal, local and global peace will take place from September 16 through September 22. For Peace Day activity ideas, go to: https://www.peacedayphilly.org/what-can-you-do/.

Free
Event Series Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania 100 East Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us during fall migration season and practice your wildlife photography with a seasoned professional. In this series of walks through the Morris Arboretum & Garden’s Wetland, you will have the opportunity to practice the basics of digital wildlife photography and learn ways of applying manual setting adjustments in the field. Instructor Troy Bynum is a naturalist and wildlife photographer located in the Philadelphia area. Learn more on Troy’s photography page, TB Wildlife Photography on Facebook and Instagram. Bring your camera and wear shoes that are good for walking off-path. Option to select date and pricing for a single session, or receive a

Junior League Philadelphia: Find the Good Day

Junior League Thrift Shop 25 West Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, United States

The JLP invites everyone to join in the festivities to enjoy a night of connection and giving back. Along with the opportunity to shop from The Thrift Shop with a special discount, guests will enjoy wine from City Winery Philadelphia and a Kendra Scott pop-up shop. There will also be a canned food drive benefiting the JLP’s community partner, Face to Face. At Face to Face, struggling families, individuals, and the homeless are welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. Their goal is to meet basic human needs and reduce suffering; assisting their guests to a better future. Their specific

Holistic Quantum Activation Art Expo

Vox Populi 319 N 11th Street, Third Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Holistic Quantum Activation Art Expo Friday, Sept 20, 2024 7 PM Vox Populi 319 North 11th Street #3 Philadelphia, PA 19107 As we approach the Autumnal equinox, a time of new beginnings and energetic transformations, we invite you to embark on a spiritual journey unlocking ancient wisdom and divine technologies. Join us in awakening the Holistic Quantum Activation™ art expo! This event features Philadelphia's most Cosmic Creatives advancing Bioresonant Architectures, promoting Energetic Grid Work, providing Transformative Mystical Initiations and ushering in the Golden Age of Quantum Consciousness. Will you join us on this sacred mission? Divine souls who are interested in the biggest parody

Free

Delaware County Symphony Presents: Delco Arts Week Chamber Concert

Neumann University- Meagher Theater 1 Neumann Dr., Aston, United States

This engaging chamber concert on September 22 includes individual and small string ensemble performances and features the Mendelssohn Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor. Other highlights of the program are Bach’s Prelude from Suite No. 2 in D minor for solo cello, and cello duets by Domenico Gabrielli and Georg Sothilander. A string quartet will perform the traditional Celtic tunes Star of the County Down and After the Battle of Aughrim. The concert concludes with the Mendelssohn Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor with Liz Kell on flute, Michael Berton on cello, and Gary Gress on piano. Celebrate

Event Series Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania 100 East Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us during fall migration season and practice your wildlife photography with a seasoned professional. In this series of walks through the Morris Arboretum & Garden’s Wetland, you will have the opportunity to practice the basics of digital wildlife photography and learn ways of applying manual setting adjustments in the field. Instructor Troy Bynum is a naturalist and wildlife photographer located in the Philadelphia area. Learn more on Troy’s photography page, TB Wildlife Photography on Facebook and Instagram. Bring your camera and wear shoes that are good for walking off-path. Option to select date and pricing for a single session, or receive a

Delaware River Festival

Penn's Landing

Connecting both the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts, join us for an annual event that features family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning opportunities. Whether you want to enjoy free ferry rides, museum visits, pedal boat opportunities, face painting, or scavenger hunts, there is something for everyone.

Now + Then Saturday Craft Market

Martha Street 2418 Martha Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Now + Then Marketplace's first ever weekly occurring craft only market on Martha Street in Fishtown! 12pm-5pm every Saturday, rain or shine, family & dog friendly w/ alcoholic beverages in our side yard oasis🍹 and rotating local food trucks on site each week! Sept 7th: Bao & Bun Studio Sept 14th: Brokenfork September 21st: Melo September 28th: La Rachlette 30 craft vendors set up at each market, inside & outside of the old Close at Hand Warehouse across from Picnic. Vendors rotate monthly, so there are new vendors each week! 🛍️ 😍 Looking to vend w/ us? Grab a spot

Event Series Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania 100 East Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us during fall migration season and practice your wildlife photography with a seasoned professional. In this series of walks through the Morris Arboretum & Garden’s Wetland, you will have the opportunity to practice the basics of digital wildlife photography and learn ways of applying manual setting adjustments in the field. Instructor Troy Bynum is a naturalist and wildlife photographer located in the Philadelphia area. Learn more on Troy’s photography page, TB Wildlife Photography on Facebook and Instagram. Bring your camera and wear shoes that are good for walking off-path. Option to select date and pricing for a single session, or receive a

Revolutionary Germantown Festival

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Don’t miss your opportunity to explore our Revolutionary past at the Revolutionary Germantown Festival on Saturday, October 5th, 10am to 4pm, rain or shine. Throughout the day, explore the lives and experiences of people from the past, engaging with re-enactors, first-person interpreters and trying your hand at 18th century crafts. Family friendly activities will be available with the sites of Historic Germantown along with tours and a food court. Two memorials will help mark the lives lost to violence both long ago and today. At 12:15 pm, there will be a moment of commemoration for those who died during the

Free

Revolutionary Germantown Festival

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Don’t miss your opportunity to explore our Revolutionary past at the Revolutionary Germantown Festival on Saturday, October 5th, 10am to 4pm, rain or shine. Throughout the day, explore the lives and experiences of people from the past, engaging with re-enactors, first-person interpreters and trying your hand at 18th century crafts. Family friendly activities will be available with the sites of Historic Germantown along with tours and a food court. Two memorials will help mark the lives lost to violence both long ago and today. At 12:15 pm, there will be a moment of commemoration for those who died during the

Free
Event Series Festival of Fine Craft

Festival of Fine Craft

WheatonArts 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, N, United States

Celebrating 25 years of artistic excellence! At this crowd-favorite South Jersey two-day event, engage with a diverse collection of 125+ artists exhibiting and selling their handcrafted works of art. Experience unique crafting demonstrations, relax in the Beer & Wine Garden*, and create with hands-on family art activities. Listen to live music in the food court with a selection of gourmet food vendors and specialty food trucks. WheatonArts signature Glass Pumpkin Fundraiser* opens during the Festival as well! The Festival is included with general admission to WheatonArts.

$10

18th Annual PAWS Mutt Strut

The Navy Yard - Central Green Rouse Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Mutt Strut is the must-attend fall festival for dogs and the people who love them. On Saturday, October 5, 2024, Philadelphia will once again go to the dogs! Enjoy a scenic walk, activities for dogs and people, beer garden by Dock Street Brewery, food trucks, live music, contests, prizes, and much more to help save Philadelphia's homeless pets. - Check-in opens 11am, start strutting at 12pm! - Dock Street Beer Garden open from 11:00am - 2:30pm - Plenty of free parking! Masters of Ceremony: WMMR's Steve Morrison Fox29's Sue Serio BenFM's Kristen Herrmann QVC's Jennifer Coffey

Event Series Festival of Fine Craft

Festival of Fine Craft

WheatonArts 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, N, United States

Celebrating 25 years of artistic excellence! At this crowd-favorite South Jersey two-day event, engage with a diverse collection of 125+ artists exhibiting and selling their handcrafted works of art. Experience unique crafting demonstrations, relax in the Beer & Wine Garden*, and create with hands-on family art activities. Listen to live music in the food court with a selection of gourmet food vendors and specialty food trucks. WheatonArts signature Glass Pumpkin Fundraiser* opens during the Festival as well! The Festival is included with general admission to WheatonArts.

$10
Event Series Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Wildlife Photography Walks with Troy Bynum

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania 100 East Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us during fall migration season and practice your wildlife photography with a seasoned professional. In this series of walks through the Morris Arboretum & Garden’s Wetland, you will have the opportunity to practice the basics of digital wildlife photography and learn ways of applying manual setting adjustments in the field. Instructor Troy Bynum is a naturalist and wildlife photographer located in the Philadelphia area. Learn more on Troy’s photography page, TB Wildlife Photography on Facebook and Instagram. Bring your camera and wear shoes that are good for walking off-path. Option to select date and pricing for a single session, or receive a

A Conversation with Judy & Dennis Shepard Honoring Matthew Shepard’s Legacy

William Way LGBT Community Center 1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us at William Way LGBT Community Center on October 9 for a conversation with Judy and Dennis Shepard honoring the legacy of their son Matthew Shepard, whose untimely passing 25 years ago sparked significant change in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Community members are invited to hear The Shepards' story and participate in an open Q&A at this special event moderated by Ebony Ali, William Way board member and manager of the young adult leadership program at GALAEI, a QTBIPOC social justice organization. A Conversation with Judy & Dennis Shepard Honoring Matthew Shepard's Legacy in the LGBTQ+ Community &

Free

Philadelphia Birding Weekend

On the weekend of October 12 and 13th, Audubon will host its third annual Philadelphia Birding Weekend. Over two days, Audubon staff and volunteer guides will lead bird tours in some of the Philadelphia's iconic green spaces. Planned excursions include touring local watersheds and parks, bird monitoring in Center City, learning about the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood's importance within the city, and so much more! Every tour is free and family friendly! For more information on Philly Birding Weekend, please visit our website.

Event Series Wayne Art Center Pottery Sale

AAMP Family Fun Day: History is Alive! Sojourner Truth Storytime

African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, United States

On October 13, 2024, from 1 to 3 PM, get ready for an unforgettable adventure as we step into history with the legendary Sojourner Truth! Start your visit off by meeting Sojourner in the Conversations Gallery 2 at 1 PM for a Black History pop quiz game. Stop by the front desk and grab your materials for the scavenger hunt to uncover clues hidden throughout the museum’s galleries. At 2 PM, we invite our youngest guests and their families to gather in the Jack T. Franklin Auditorium for an electrifying storytime. Listen and learn as Sojourner delivers a dramatic reading

Included with Admission

Midnight Pasta Co. Pasta Shaping Class

Bok Building 821 Dudley Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a pasta shaping party with Natalia Lepore Hagan of Midnight Pasta Company! You'll learn how to turn homemade pasta dough into a variety of beautiful shapes, then be able to take your fresh pasta home to turn it into a feast. Tickets are $50 per person.

Free

Bok Open Studios

Bok Building 821 Dudley Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

BOK OPEN STUDIOS - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2024 FROM 5-9PM Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse inside Bok and meet over 100 businesses, artists, and community organizations during this season’s Open Studios, a free & family-friendly event. (PHILADELPHIA) — SEPTEMBER 25 2024 — Fall into inspiration at Bok! Bok’s popular bi-annual event, Open Studios, returns on Friday, October 18th from 5-9PM. You’re invited to explore all nine floors of the building while you shop and sip with the artists, makers, and small businesses who work at Bok, the largest concentration of creative businesses in Philadelphia. This free, family-friendly event welcomes you into

Free

Wellness Empowerment Project Summit

Saunders Park 300-50 Saunders Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Wellness Empowerment Project Summit – co-hosted by Penn Medicine and Wharton’s Office of DEI and Coalition for Equity and Opportunity – is designed to empower Philadelphia residents by providing essential health and financial resources. This family-friendly event will feature free health screenings (including blood pressure), wellness demonstrations (with doctors from specialties like diabetes and stroke neurology), local vendors, movement classes, kid-friendly activities, free food, and resources on financial health and investment.

Free
Event Series Philly Open Studio Tours at The Arts League

Philly Open Studio Tours at The Arts League

Come check out the beautiful Arts League building**, whether you’ve never been before, or if you’ve taken classes for years. The space will be open both Saturday (10/19) and Sunday (10/20) for folks to come through. Sunday will have extra fun added, being a big blow-out community Open House!! There will be art activities for all ages, food vendors and beverages, live music, and of course, art to see! Some of the activities and vendors include: Justin Keller (TAL Programs coordinator)- all ages screen printing make-and-take activity! Asante- Vermouth/Wine Workshop! La Llamita Vegana- Vegan Peruvian food for purchase!! The Astral

Free

Solar Celebration at Weavers Way’s Germantown Store

Weavers Way Germantown 328 W Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, P, United States

Join Weavers Way Co-op and Clean Energy Co-op members as we celebrate expanding renewable energy with the solar installation at the Germantown store. Come talk to the Clean Energy Co-op and Solar States (solar installer for this project) to learn how you can either install solar on your property/institution or directly in­crease the amount of renewable energy in­stalled in Pennsylvania with the Clean Energy Co-op's pooled investment strategy. Kids can run a shoebox sized solar car. There will be brief messages followed by a group picture at 1:30pm. Store location is: 328 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Free
Event Series 27th Annual FirstGlance Film Festival

AIDS Walk Philly

Eakins Oval 2541 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, United States

Now in its 38th year, AIDS Walk Philly is the region’s largest annual HIV/AIDS public awareness and fundraising event. The 5k walk starts in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and winds through scenic Kelly Drive. As a walker, virtual walker, or supporter of AIDS Walk Philly, you will be a lifeline for the most vulnerable people living with HIV. Your support helps AIDS Fund make small grants (averaging just $440) for the most vulnerable of those living with HIV: those who find their health threatened because of impending evictions or the loss of health insurance or utilities. Donate

Free

Fall BioBlitz at The Woodlands with Green Philly

The Woodlands 4000 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for an exciting BioBlitz on Sunday, October 20th from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at The Woodlands! In partnership with The Woodlands and Philadelphia Mycology Club participants will use the app iNaturalist to explore the biodiversity of The Woodlands (an incredible green space located in West Philadelphia) all while participating in community science! Community science data collected through iNaturalist observations is key to help monitor urban biodiversity health. What is a BioBlitz? During a set period of time at a set location, participants focus on finding and identifying as many species as they can. How do I participate?

Free

AWBURY ARBORETUM HARVEST FESTIVAL

The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA

Join us for this years annual Harvest Fest 2024! We’ll have delicious apples and pumpkins, a s’mores pit, our classic hayride around the arboretum, live music, and much more! See you outside!

Free
Event Series Philly Open Studio Tours at The Arts League

Philly Open Studio Tours at The Arts League

Come check out the beautiful Arts League building**, whether you’ve never been before, or if you’ve taken classes for years. The space will be open both Saturday (10/19) and Sunday (10/20) for folks to come through. Sunday will have extra fun added, being a big blow-out community Open House!! There will be art activities for all ages, food vendors and beverages, live music, and of course, art to see! Some of the activities and vendors include: Justin Keller (TAL Programs coordinator)- all ages screen printing make-and-take activity! Asante- Vermouth/Wine Workshop! La Llamita Vegana- Vegan Peruvian food for purchase!! The Astral

Free

RECIPE FOR RESILIENCE: The COVID1619 Project

Mount Airy Art Garage (MAAG) 7054 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Come join us for Refreshments, Screening, Panel Discussion. The event will feature a powerful documentary series that explores the intersection of COVID-19 and systemic racism as experienced by frontline workers and organizers. Filmmakers: Nikki Harmon, Lois Moses, Eboni Zamani & Melissa Beatriz

12th Annual Live It Up! Charity Gala in Drexel Hill, PA Oct 24

The Drexelbrook 4700 Drexelbrook Dr, PA , United States, Drexel Hill, Philadelphia & The Countryside, United States

On Thursday, October 24, 2024, the 12th annual Live It Up! gala will gather icons and change-makers from Philadelphia and the Main Line to celebrate the Radnor-based nonprofit Help Hope Live’s life-changing impact on families facing catastrophic medical expenses. The evening will include food stations by Best of the Main Line’s John Serock Catering, an open bar, a silent auction, and the signature Help Hope Live Awards. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit’s work and 41-year mission to provide hope and trusted medical fundraising support to families in need, both locally and across the country. Attendees will include Emcee Barrett Brooks,

Free

All Abilities RAMble with Philly Goat Project, FREE Special Needs Holiday event, RSVP required

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Enjoy the fall at the Farm at Awbury with the Philly Goat Project. This program is free but requires a reservation for a time slot. Feel free to wear a costume if you'd like. The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join the us and our trained goats at The Philly Goat Project for outdoor fun and wellness, feel free to dress up for the holidays. We'll have treats plus a special visit from author Thembi Palmer who will share her book all above reading and moving your bodies! This event is open

Mischief Night Portrait Party in the Rose Garden

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

Pose in costume in the Rose Garden with your friends, then after sunset come back to the Welcome Center to paint small portraits of each other to take home! For adults only.

Adopt-a-Tree Tree Planting Event

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family to adopt and plant trees at Riverbend. Fall is a wonderful time to plant trees just before it turns colder in the winter months. Planting trees at the preserve helps to provide habitat to local wildlife, combat climate change and helps to maintain our local water supply as the trees we plant keep runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed. Registration is required as spaces are limited. This event is open to all ages. Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event:

Pay What You Wish

Fall Festival

Rose Tree Park 1671, N Providence Road, P, United States

Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH), will host its first annual Fall Festival on November 3, 2024, from 11:00 am-4:00 pm, at Rose Tree Park in Media, Pennsylvania. This event will celebrate National Adoption Month and support families who are experiencing the process of adoption. This event is open to all, offering a variety of vendors, delicious food, exciting family-friendly activities and games, a photo booth, and so much more! Proceeds from the event will provide crucial resources for families going through the adoption process while directly supporting AFTH’s programming, which includes counseling, support groups, and family resources. EVENT DETAILS: This

Free

Owl Howl

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, 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 into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, November 6, 2024

$29

Riverwards Chapbook Series Release Party

2046 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 2046 N Front St, Philadelphia, United States

On November 8, 2024 from 7 to 9 PM, The Head & The Hand (H&H Books) will be hosting a release party at american grammar for the publication of three chapbooks as the finale to its 2023-2024 Riverwards Arts & Letters Series. These chapbooks are visual-literary collaborations between artist Manuela Guillén and poet Pthalo, artist Nora E Luks and poet Mary Zhou, and artist Rushawn Stanley, or “Scum Lizard,” and poet Gabriel Ramirez. We'll celebrate with readings, artist talks, refreshments, prints and books for sale, live music from Universal Rhythm, and MORE!

Free

Native Seed Saving

FDR Park Pickle Ball Courts, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join naturalist Anisa George in gathering seeds from some of the many native plants that can be found in the South Philly Meadows at FDR Park. You can bring home seeds for your own pots and gardens or gather for LandHealth who will cultivate them at our native plant nursery for propagating throughout the city. We will walk a 2 mile loop. All ages are welcome. Please bring your own water bottle and dress for the weather and to protect yourself from poison ivy (also a native plant!) exposure. LOCATION FDR Park, Pickle Ball Courts, Delaware Expy, Philadelphia, PA, 19145

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania presents Peopling Pennsylvania: Exploring Irish Ancestors

Historical Society of Pennsylvania 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania continues its ground-breaking, in-depth series Peopling Pennsylvania in its next and final installment, presenting the journey of one Irish family that emigrated to western Pennsylvania as part of a chain migration between 1825 and 1845. Discover the meticulous research connecting siblings and their descendants, tracing their roots back to County Tyrone. This genealogical exploration is featured programming during HSP’s yearlong celebration of 200 years of documented history. Certified Genealogist and co-editor of the National Genealogical Society Quarterly Mary Kircher Roddy, presents these finding and their context and shares research strategies for family historians with Irish

Free

Riverbend Barn Dance

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s first-ever BARN DANCE! Lively musicians and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an unforgettable night of fun at Riverbend. All ages and experience levels are welcome! Refreshments including light snacks, beer, and soft drinks will be served. Cost: $25 per person

$25

WILD FOOD FORAGING WALK WITH LADY DANNI

Land Health Native Plant Nursery

Learn how to gather free medicine and food from many of Philly's wild plants with the wise and wonderful Lady Danni. Lady Danni (she/her/crone) calls herself a good lady forager. She is a crafter of herbals helping people reconnect with the healing power of nature and explores the edible and medicinal qualities of the "plants formerly known as weeds." She hosts urban foraging tours in Philadelphia, often as part of Wild Foodies of Philly, and she is an advocate for urban green spaces, community gardens and land sovereignty. She, along with seven other farmers and urban gardeners comprise the Painted

GOOD GRIEF Community Event

PhilaMOCA 531 N 12th St, Philadelphia, United States

This time of year is joyful for many, but for those experiencing loss, it can be tough. SIFTMedia 215 is holding a GOOD GRIEF Community Event Co-presented with @thethreadphilly. The Good Grief Film Project (8 short films by SIFT filmmakers, inspired by poems) will screen with interludes for reflection through recordings of improvised musical performance by PARALLEL WAVE, inspired by the films and poets. After the screening, there will be a Q & A with the poets & filmmakers. The event also includes: grief resources, memorial candle making and socializing, culminating with a conversation on grief around the holidays with

Free

A Taste of First State Ciders

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Join award-winning cidermaker “Doc” Cheskin in a discussion of the rich history of apples, cider, and hard cider in this region and the art and science of cider making. Native northern American apples were joined by those brought over from Europe early in the development of the original 13 colonies. Delaware produced one of the first apple drinks of Colonial American – cider, which, when fermented, becomes hard cider. Sample a variety of ciders including one made exclusively for Mt. Cuba using local ingredients. (Ages 21 and over) This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday,

$45

Holiday Fair & Craft Bazaar

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia 6000 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

For one weekend, the Philly Waldorf campus is transformed into a magical wonderland. The joyous mood, unique children's activities, one-of-a-kind crafts, and a gourmet cafe and bakery are the perfect antidote to the pervasive commercialism that can surround us during the holiday season. Join us on Friday, November 22nd, 2024, for an ADULTS-ONLY event from 6:00-10:00 p.m. to kick off our annual Holiday & Craft Bazaar weekend. Admission is free! Explore 70 local vendors offering a beautiful selection of affordable, handmade gifts. Indulge in a full evening meal if you wish (with gluten-free and vegan options available), along with dessert

$7

Event Series Now + Then Marketplace Sunday Holiday Market on Martha

Now + Then Marketplace Sunday Holiday Market on Martha

2418 martha street 2418 Martha Street

Now + Then Marketplace weekly Sunday Market is turning festive for the holidays, hosting local vendors selling presents with your loved ones in mind. 20 local vendors will be onsite inside the cozy Close at Hand Warehouse on Martha Street every Sunday through December 22nd selling gifts galore! The market will take place 12pm-5pm rain or shine, is FREE to attend, family & dog friendly, with local food and drinks available onsite. Christmas Trees will be available next door at PBC Sunday December 8th & 15th. Come cozy up around the fire, grab a hot cider, and check out the

Free
Event Series Festival of Fine Craft

MISSION Story Slam

national mechanics 22 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, United States

MISSION Story Slam is a storytelling competition for the nonprofit and sustainable business communities in the Philadelphia region. Storytellers tell 5 minute stories competing for a $250 Judges' Award donation and a $100 Crowd Favorite Award donation to their favorite nonprofit. MISSION Story Slam is a project of PWPvideo: Video With A MISSION

$10

Now + Then Marketplace’s Perfect Presents Holiday Market

Brewerytown Food Hall 1363 N. 31st Street, Philadelphia, PA

Now + Then Marketplace's Perfect Presents Holiday Market will occur on Saturday 12/7 from 12pm to 5pm. The market is taking place at Brewerytown Food Hall located at 1363 N. 31st Street Philadelphia, PA 19121. This market is INSIDE & HEATED. We'll have alcoholic beverages for purchase plus food & non alc drinks! Free tasting from Whiteclaw from 2-4pm as well. Ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard, and darts available to play at the food hall all day. The market is FREE to attend, dog & kid friendly!

Free

Festively Fly Holiday Market 2024

Location 215 990 Spring Garden Street, #1st floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Shop for the holidays and support Black businesses at the annual Festively Fly Holiday Market on Sunday, December 15th from 12pm – 8pm at Location 215 (990 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123)! Grab your holiday gifts from dope Black brands curated by All Black Everything Pop Up, listen and vibe to DJ sets and live performances, snap a photo of your fit at the Holiday Installation or 360 pose machine, and enjoy free Black-owned treats and beverages! General Admission is 2 Tickets for $20: https://blacksoulsummer.com/allblackeverything/

$2 – $20

Event Series Bird Walk at Newlin Grist Mill

Main Line Martin Luther King Association and Bryn Mawr College MLK Day Programming for Jan. 19 & 20

Bryn Mawr College 101 N Merion Ave, Bryn Mawr, United States

The Main Line Martin Luther King Association, in conjunction with Bryn Mawr College, will hold its virtual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 3 p.m. Visit mainlinemlk.org/events to register. A toiletry donation drive and personal care kit creation event will take place on Bryn Mawr's campus in Bryn Mawr, Pa., on Monday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The emcee for Sunday's event is Brian Turner, president of the Main Line Branch NAACP Unit #2270. Millie B. Bond, senior advisor for external relations and secretary of Bryn Mawr College will

MLK Day of Service

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family at Riverbend as a Martin Luther King Day of Service! Riverbend is hosting a Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and improve their communities. This event is open to ALL ages! Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. Volunteers will be working outdoors helping our Habitat Manager with invasive plant removal. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event: The true cost to Riverbend to offer this educational event to the public is $35 per family. We recognize

Pay What You Wish
Event Series Bird Walk at Newlin Grist Mill

Main Line Martin Luther King Association and Bryn Mawr College MLK Day Programming for Jan. 19 & 20

Bryn Mawr College 101 N Merion Ave, Bryn Mawr, United States

The Main Line Martin Luther King Association, in conjunction with Bryn Mawr College, will hold its virtual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 3 p.m. Visit mainlinemlk.org/events to register. A toiletry donation drive and personal care kit creation event will take place on Bryn Mawr's campus in Bryn Mawr, Pa., on Monday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The emcee for Sunday's event is Brian Turner, president of the Main Line Branch NAACP Unit #2270. Millie B. Bond, senior advisor for external relations and secretary of Bryn Mawr College will

Seed to Supper Cooking Workshop with Greener Partners

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Do you love cooking, trying tasty new recipes, or learning how to be eco-friendly in the kitchen? Then this workshop is just for you! Join Riverbend and our friends from Greener Partners for a super fun, kid-friendly hands-on morning in our indoor and outdoor kitchens! Together, we’ll whip up delicious, healthy food while learning cool things about where our food comes from. The best part? You’ll get to hop on their awesome blender bike to help make one of the recipes—pedaling your way to a yummy treat! This workshop is perfect for kids ages 8 and up to enjoy with

$20

Weathering the Winter

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Weathering the Winter Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit the Farmstead on February 1st to watch our living historians demonstrate the types of farm chores a family like the Wentzes would have had to do this time of year. Watch as meat and other provisions are cured and preserved in the Smokehouse, check out a cooking demonstration in

Cassies Craft Coven Old City Grand Opening

Cassies Craft Coven 10 North Third Street, Philadelphia, United States

Come join us in celebrating our brand new Olde City location! Look forward to: Gallery Retrospective: a selective showing of work made by Craft Coven CEO (Craft Experience Organizer) Cassie Jones over the years of her creative career. Work will span from her time as an AP Art student at Pennridge High School, to her time at The Savannah College of Art and Design double majoring in Accessory Design and Fiber Arts, on to Cassie's position at Victoria Leather Handbag Factory, managing the Center City Philadelphia Painting With a Twist, as well as running her own leather brand CUSP by

Free

Tavern Night

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

Join Historic Rittenhouse Town for Tavern Night! Outside the church, the tavern was the most important institution in most towns. Taverns were used for political assemblies, markets, and, of course, a place to enjoy a good meal and learn the news of the day. Come join us as the buildings and grounds of our historic 18th-century homestead are transformed into a tavern from the 1770s, where the simple pleasures of good food, drink, and fellowship collide. Tavern Night will feature an evening of storytelling and merriment, complete with 18th-century beer and cocktails and hearth-cooked food prepared in our Bake House.

Event Series With Love, Philly 2 Day Event

With Love, Philly 2 Day Event

JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Our annual Make Love Market w/ Parks and Rec is back, with an extra special spin this year. Our curated market for lovers will take place at Philly's epicenter of affection, Love Park as part of a 2 DAY PHILLY LOVE FEST featuring the below events... Friday 2/14 Rings & Finds Make Love Market 1:00 - 6:00pm Love Park Building 1600 JFK Pay as you go https://www.facebook.com/share/19gKz1ThBg/ Now + Then Marketplace's Make Love Market is back this Valentine’s Day in the old Visitor Center at Love Park. This curated market features local artists and artisans selling gifts with lovers in

$30

Presidents’ Day Family Day and JDAIM Celebration

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History 101 South Independence Ml East, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Schools are closed, but the museum is open! Join us at the Weitzman for a FREE Family Day jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. This year, we’re spotlighting Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) alongside exciting programs, workshops, crafts, a resource fair, scavenger hunts, and more. Highlights include: Mr. John’s Music class with Miss Cat, Face Painting with BonBon Parties, Khalil Munir’s show The Crown's Corner, Adoughma sensory-friendly play dough fun, Open Gym with We Rock the Spectrum, and a Cartoon-Making Workshop.

Free

José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire

Galeria Esperanza 4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, United States

Esperanza Arts Center presents José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire Latin Food, Live Music, Screening, and Conversation Thursday, February 20, 2025, 6:00pm 6:00pm Reception, Live Music & Dancing 7:00pm Film Screening 7:30pm Conversation and Q&A GRAN SALON & PLAZA FREE: General Admission The life of Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949), a life filled with drama, adversity and triumph, is one of the great stories of the modern era. Despite poverty, childhood rheumatic fever that damaged his heart and an explosion in his youth that cost him his left hand, Orozco persisted in his wish to become an artist. Featuring

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Event Series Walk Around Philadelphia: Winter 2025 Walks

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter Printmaking: First Friday at Cherry Street Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop by Cherry Street Pier anytime 5-7pm to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. The First Friday Artist & Artisan Market at Cherry Street Pier will feature other artists work & studios to visit, with food & drink available from CSP's vendors (JJ will actually be there from 4-9pm; come by anytime!). Register here to let us know to expect you! https://www.jjtiziou.net/events/event/copy-of-perimeter-printmaking-first-friday-at-cherry-street-pier-3/

Event Series Walk Around Philadelphia: Winter 2025 Walks

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter Printmaking: First Friday at Cherry Street Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Stop by Cherry Street Pier anytime 5-7pm to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. The First Friday Artist & Artisan Market at Cherry Street Pier will feature other artists work & studios to visit, with food & drink available from CSP's vendors (JJ will actually be there from 4-9pm; come by anytime!). Register here to let us know to expect you! https://www.jjtiziou.net/events/event/copy-of-perimeter-printmaking-first-friday-at-cherry-street-pier-3/

2025 March For Art

InLiquid Gallery 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States +1 more

Join us next week for the 2025 March for Art, InLiquid’s reimagined Annual Benefit & Auction. Our annual celebration, located in the Crane Arts Building, showcases over 300 works of art from artists, designers, and craftspeople from across all mediums. In addition to an experimental video installation and a pop-up cash-and-carry jewelry boutique, with several events happening over the next two weeks! UNITE: Join at the NextFab parking lot as we bring together the Greater Philadelphia arts and cultural sector for a peaceful unity procession down the N. American Street Corridor. Feel free to stop at the galleries along the

$100,

Lansdowne Winter Market

30 N Lansdowne Ave 30 North Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

Come join us at Lansdowne's winter farmers market! This week's market will also featured a seed planting event.

Getting Your Habitat Garden Started

Plymouth Friends Meeting 2150 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, P, United States

Paige Menton, founder of Journeywork, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people create healthy habitats, will share her experience on how to get a native garden started. This is the first workshop in a series of three offered by the Weavers Way Environment Committee. All proceeds are used for future grants to community groups.

$15 – $40

Riverbend Barn Dance

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s Spring BARN DANCE! Local musicians Box & String and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an unforgettable night at Riverbend. This event is intended for adults seeking a fun night out! Refreshments including light snacks, beer, and soft drinks will be served.

$25

Journeywork Spring Gathering

Plymouth Friends Meeting 2150 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, P, United States

Welcome in the growing season with Journeywork at our second annual spring gathering at Plymouth Friends Meeting on Saturday, March 22 from 9:00-11:00! Enjoy bagels and fruit provided by Weavers Way and coffee donated by Backyard Beans, bring some seeds to swap, and hear from Sam Makler, Nursery Manager at Collins Nursery, about "Uncommon and Underused Natives." Then Kristy Morley, Wissahickon Trails Senior Naturalist, will share stories and photos of local wildlife she has observed. Come learn more about how you can get involved with Journeywork and check out the garden designs of the yards where we will be planting

$50

Design A Doodad: Designing for Community

Design Gym 179 W Berks Street, Philadelphia, P, United States

"Design is a response to social change." - George Nelson Join us on Saturday, March 22, as we welcome social designer + strategist Verónica M. Ayala-Flores as we explore how you can take action--YOUR WAY. For this hands-on workshop we’ll share practical tools to help you start or strengthen your journey as a force for positive change. Whether you're picking up litter on your block, starting a community garden, getting to know your neighbors, joining a committee, or advocating for a cause, the most important step is simply getting started. Activism takes many forms—big and small—and every effort makes a

$35 – $45

Souletri Sundays Open Mic Experience

Two Locals Brewing 3675 Market Street, #Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping up for the first time, this is your stage to shine and be embraced by a supportive audience. Join us for a Sunday afternoon filled with raw emotions, laughter, and inspiring performances. It's a special opportunity to express yourself and become part of a vibrant, welcoming community of artists. We can't wait to see you there and celebrate the magic you bring to the mic! HOSTED BY: RyAnn V Bryant (@iamrya) FEATURING: DJ Ricochet (@djricochet03) March Spotlight Artist: Musician : Lexi Palmira (@LexiPalmira)

Free

Deep Water: A Concert of Uncharted Stories in the Oral Tradition

The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate World Storytelling Day with an unforgettable afternoon of masterful storytelling! Deep Water: A Concert of Uncharted Stories in the Oral Tradition Join Patchwork Storytelling Guild for Deep Water: A Concert of Uncharted Stories in the Oral Tradition, an afternoon of captivating storytelling exploring the depths of human experience—both real and mythical. Expect a rich mix of voices, perspectives, and styles as esteemed tellers bring compelling stories to life. Hosted by Denise McCormack, the concert also features masterful performances by Michele Belluomini, Tiffani Dean, Gigi McGraw, Christina Sturgis, Nancy Wexler Taylor, and Barb Sherf, each bringing their own unique lens

Tyler Arboretum 10K Trail Run

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Join Us for the Tyler Arboretum 10k Trail Run – A Spring Tradition! Ready to challenge yourself while taking in the stunning natural beauty of Tyler Arboretum? We invite you to be part of our 10k Trail Run, a must-do race in Delaware County, made even more special by the opportunity to race through the gorgeous, historic grounds of Tyler Arboretum. This unique trail race is a rare off-road event and is the ONLY race held in this beautiful setting. It’s also part of the 2025 USATF Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Grand Prix Series, making it a fantastic opportunity for runners of

$50

Electronics Recycling

Chestnut Hill College 9601 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Bring anything that turns on and off for environmentally responsible recycling. Suggested donation $10-$20. Donations finance grants given to the community. This event is cosponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph Chestnut HIll and Weavers Way Environment Committee. Recycling services provided by PAR Recycle Works. For more information go to www.PAR-RecycleWorks.org.

Philly Maker Faire

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come see what Philly Makes! Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects. Philly Maker Faire is a volunteer-organized, family-friendly celebration featuring local do-it-yourself science, art, robots, crafts, tech, music, hands-on-activities, and more.

Easter Family Day

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

Celebrate Easter like a Swede at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Easter Family Day! Join us on Sunday, April 6th, from 2-4 pm to experience Swedish Easter traditions. In Sweden, Easter kicks off with a trick-or-treat-like candy hunt on Maundy Thursday. Children dress up as Easter witches with long skirts, headscarves, painted red cheeks, and freckles and go from house to house, wishing people Happy Easter. At our celebration, children can make Swedish Easter crafts, dress up as Easter witches, enjoy face-painting, and take part in a traditional egg hunt. We will have two egg hunts, one for kids ages

$15 – $35

Full Moon on Fire

Bird's Nest 438 South 48th Street, Philadelphia, United States

This Sunday, come celebrate the changing of the seasons with Full Moon on Fire. Join us as we celebrate the moon and the changes in seasons for a special edition under April's First Quarter Moon, a powerful time of action, growth, and embracing change as we step fully into spring's awakening energy. At the cozy Bird's Nest in West Philly (438 South 48th), we'll co-create a sanctuary where art meets ritual to nourish our collective resilience. Our lineup of performers includes chanting, poetry, musical comedy, veil dancing, and hula hooping. Sliding scale $10-30 (NOTAFLOF) Doors 6pm, Show 7pm. More details at:

$10 – $30

printPHILLY! 2025

(Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

printPHILLY! 2025 An annual print fair celebrating the diversity and richness of Philadelphia’s printmaking community. Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia Print Consortium is pleased to announce the third annual printPHILLY! print fair. Join us on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Parkway Central Library, Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine Street on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Showcasing over 40 vendors, including individual artists, print shops, collectives, schools, and non-profit spaces, this one day fair is FREE and open to the public from 10 AM - 4 PM. Visitors can interact with a range of printmakers, print-publishers, print-focused galleries and nonprofi ts,

Free

Power Politics: Oral History Series

(Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A series to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought, activism, and storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews. The Power Politics Listen-Ins at the Free Library of Philadelphia is a series hosted by Scribe Video Center to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought, activism, and community storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews and discussion. The April 14th oral history will focus on John Churchville (b. 1941). Churchville will be joining us for a screening of his interview as well as a Live Q&A session. ABOUT JOHN CHURCHVILLE: “Black Power stressed that Black people should be in control

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Spirit of Spring Fireside

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Food Trucks • Beer • Wine & Spirits • Garden Tours • Storytime & Kids Crafts • and more! Shake off the winter chill and welcome the beauty of spring at Tyler Arboretum! Gather with family and friends for an evening of seasonal fun, featuring crackling firepits, toasted marshmallows, and the fresh sights and scents of spring starting to bloom. Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, simple outdoor games and activities, guided walks through gardens and budding woodlands, and a spring evening outdoors—plus refreshing beverages to sip as you soak in the season. It’s the perfect way to embrace

Free for Members | Non-members Pay General Admission

Sheep Shearing Day

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, sewing, candle-dipping, and

Free

Spring Family Fest

The Navy Yard - Central Green Rouse Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Navy Yard is gearing up to host its highly anticipated Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! on April 26th from 12-5p.m. at Central Green. This exciting event promises to be an unforgettable day of activities and entertainment for all ages. The Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! is a free event and open to the public, making it accessible to all members of the community. It is set to immerse attendees in the rhythm of live music, provide a world of fun-filled activities for children, tantalize their tastebuds with delicious offerings from pay-as-you-go food trucks, and support

Free

Clothing Swap at STITCH AND DESTROY

STITCH AND DESTROY 523 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Have you ever wanted to donate your clothing to STITCH AND DESTROY? Now you can at our monthly Clothing Swaps! Bring your unwanted clothing and textiles- wearable or not- and take home something new. Any clothing and textiles left over from the swap will be used to create our upcycled fashions. Our monthly Clothing Swaps will take place every last Saturday of the month unless otherwise stated. Why a clothing swap? We want to keep as much textile waste out of the landfill as possible, but first we want this clothing to be worn by our community. While our upcycled

Free

2025 Temple University Bike Tour

Temple University

2025 Temple University Bike Tour Sunday, April 27, 9 a.m. To 1 p.m. Register now at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour. Early Bird Fee: $30 (Ends March 24) General Fee: $35 (Ends April 21) Student Fee: $15 (Ends April 21) Start: Temple University Main Campus (Diamond Lot), 1801 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 End: Temple University Ambler (Ambler Arboretum of Temple University), 580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler PA 19002 It’s time to fly with the Owls! Join us for the 2025 Temple University Bike Tour on Sunday, April 27. Register now and learn more at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour! Registration for the Temple University Bike Tour will

$15 – $35
Event Series Richmond Street Flea

Richmond Street Flea

The Richmond Street Flea is a vibrant, community-driven market that brings energy and creativity to the heart of Port Richmond, Philadelphia. Held along Richmond Street between Clearfield and Allegheny Avenues, this open-air event transforms the neighborhood into a lively marketplace, held on the last Sunday of each month from March through November. Featuring over 40 local vendors, the market offers an eclectic mix of vintage clothing, jewelry, vinyl records, handmade crafts, artwork, and unique collectibles. Beyond shopping, attendees can enjoy live music, carnival games, airbrush art, food vendors and seasonal treats, creating a festive atmosphere for all ages. Organized by

Free