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  • Open Studio | Open Town | Open Sound

    Veterans Landing 30 N Lansdowne Ave, LANSDOWNE, P, United States

    Join the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, the businesses of Lansdowne, and Open Sound for Lansdowne Open Studio | Open Town | Open Sound, a free, walkable celebration of Lansdowne’s creative community. Explore open artist studios, live music, gallery exhibitions, sidewalk pop-ups, and special late-night business offerings in our charming downtown. What to Expect: 🖼 5 – 8 PM: Open Studios @ Utility Works32 East Baltimore Ave. Meet the artists, view works-in-progress, and enjoy wine and light refreshments in our vibrant creative incubator. 🎨 5 – 8 PM: Local Galleries OpenThroughout downtown Lansdowne Visit exhibitions at: The 20*20 House (Stomping Ground)

    Free

  • 3rd Biennial Exhibition: THE PEACE OF WILD THINGS

    Cheltenham Center For The Arts, 439 Ashbourne Road, Cheltenham Township, PA, 19012, United States

    Artessa Alliance is excited to announce its 3rd Biennial Exhibition, “THE PEACE OF WILD THINGS”, at the renowned Cheltenham Center for the Arts, September 15 - October 10, 2025. An Opening Reception will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, 6-8pm. Inspired by Wendell Berry’s poem of the same name, “The Peace of Wild Things” explores the intersection of nature, tranquility, and the human spirit. The exhibition showcases a diverse and vibrant collection of works by members of Artessa Alliance, a collaborative of Philadelphia women artists. Highlights of the exhibition include a meditative installation focused on resilience and transformation, as

    Free

  • Baby Gear Group’s Pop-Up Swaptacular

    Everland 529 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA

    Reduce, reuse, upcycle at Baby Gear Group's Pop-Up Swaptacular! Out with the old, in with the new baby clothes sizes Premie/Newborn-5T, as well as maternity clothing/gear, toys, books, and small baby gear items – no strollers, pack-n-plays, high chairs, etc, please. All clothing should be gently used to new, and other items in working/sanitary condition. We operate the swap on an honor system, asking that families take roughly the amount of items that they brought with them. An exception to this is expecting families! Expecting families are invited to take as-needed, especially as newborn items/clothing are so popular to pass

    Free to participate in swap

  • Sunday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower

    Walnut Lane Golf Club on Magdalena Street Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at the parking lot across from Walnut Lane Golf Club There is parking in the lot on Magdalena Street, across from the Walnut Lane Golf Club clubhouse. There are bathrooms available to use at the golf course. All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools, moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Meet The Farmer Series at Philadelphia Distilling

    Meet The Farmer Series at Philadelphia Distilling

    Meet the Farmer Series: Exploring the Craft of Local Farming & Sustainable Practices This fall, join us at Philadelphia Distilling for our Meet the Farmer Series—a collection of intimate, educational tasting experiences that connect guests with the farmers and makers shaping our region’s food and agricultural landscape. Each event celebrates local producers dedicated to sustainability, craftsmanship, and the unique character of their farms. Through guided tastings, hands-on workshops, and thoughtful Q&A sessions, you’ll experience the creativity, care, and expertise that define these farming traditions. Each ticket includes: A welcome Bluecoat Gin cocktail, crafted by our bar team A curated tasting

    Free

  • ATC Hike 6: Hella Pachella with Katherine Bonar, Dave Bonar, Doug Gibson, and Margaret Kinnevy

    Pachella Field 6751 Henry Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Pachella Fields (see map here) There is parking and porta potties available at the trailhead. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger? No problem. This hike is open to the public. Starting at Salvatore Pachella Field, travel a fun five-mile loop on the Yellow Trail. Distance: 5.1

  • Special Pre-Release Screening of the First Episode of Barcos de Esperanza

    Meet The Farmer Series at Philadelphia Distilling
    409 W Bristol Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140 409 W Bristol Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Special pre-release screening of the first episode of Barcos de Esperanza Be among the first to experience this powerful new series that follows the inspiring mission of Mercy Ships, a floating hospital that provides free surgeries and medical training in underserved countries. The evening will include: • A special pre-release screening of the first episode of Barcos de Esperanza • Discussion and Q&A highlighting the remarkable humanitarian work behind the series Screening and Q&A: 7:00 – 8:30 PM (Teatro Esperanza – Ground Floor) This is a free event. Reserve your tickets today. https://tinyurl.com/barcosdeesperanza

    Free

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower

    Thomas Mansion 6245 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Thomas Mansion (see map here) Please park on Wissahickon Avenue or the surrounding neighborhood streets rather than the Thomas Mansion driveway. Please note that there will be bathroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Bird Walks Along the Wissahickon with Troy Bynum and FOW, Part 4

    Cresheim Trailhead Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at West Allens Lane & Lincoln Drive (see map here) Get to know the birds around Wissahickon Valley Park on Part 4 of this five-part series of guided bird walks, hosted by Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC in partnership with Friends of the Wissahickon. Join all the guided walks to better understand the various habitats and birds found within, or come for just one walk! Troy Bynum, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia, PA. Troy’s work focuses on capturing and showcasing the remarkable

  • Thursday Volunteer Service Day

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools, moving heavy objects • Invasive plant removal: bending over, using long handled tools • Drain-clearing: carrying and using long handled tools • Litter clean-up •

  • National Public Lands Volunteer Service Day

    Monastery Stables 1000 Kitchens Ln #3738, Philadelphia, United States

    Meeting at Monastery Stables (see map here) Please park on the grass at Monastery. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us in at Monastery Stables for a variety of stewardship tasks! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools, moving heavy objects • Invasive plant removal: bending over, using

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Sunday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower

    Harper’s Meadow 2 Harpers Pl, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Harper’s Meadow (see map here) There’s parking available in the Northwestern Avenue Parking Area and on nearby neighborhood streets. There are porta potties available for use on Northwestern Ave & Forbidden Drive a short walk away from our worksite. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings:

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Bots, Bolts, & Bowties: RoboLancers Fundraising Gala

    The Loft At Passyunk 1919 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    The RoboLancers’ first fundraising gala, Bots, Bolts, & Bowties, is happening on Saturday, November 8 at The Loft at Passyunk. The RoboLancers, Central High School’s award-winning robotics team, are back-to-back world champions and leaders in expanding access to STEM education for Philadelphia students. This gala will raise funds to sustain their mission, while bringing together the community for a night of cocktails, robot demos, and a silent auction featuring local partners.

    $100

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Native Planting Volunteer Service

    Thomas Mill Covered Bridge Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Forbidden Drive and Thomas Mill Red Covered Bridge (see map here) Both main parking options require a 10-15 minute walk (up to .7 miles) to the work site, so please plan your travel time accordingly. There are porta potties on Bells Mill Road available for use. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us in the park for a native planting! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an

  • ATC Hike 7: Rolling Ridge with Jin Xu, Dave Bonar, and Andrea DeSabato

    Saylor’s Grove Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Saylor’s Grove (see map here) There is street parking available. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger? No problem. This hike is open to the public. Follow the ridge line of the Wissahickon Valley to take in some amazing views from Ridge Avenue to Rittenhouse Town. Distance:

  • St. David’s 174th Annual Country Fair

    St. David's Episcopal Church 763 South Valley Forge Road, Wayne, PA, United States

    Join us on the first Saturday in October at the St. David’s Fairgrounds for a day of fun for the whole family! The St. David’s Church Country Fair is the longest, continuously running church fair in the USA. Held annually on the first Saturday in October, the Fair is full of thrifted deals, games, food, fall activities, and more! Enjoy music by 3RowBack and be sure to stop by St. David’s booth for pet blessings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Each year 100% of the Fair’s proceeds are donated to over 20 deserving Delaware Valley and Philadelphia organizations, as

    $5 – $20

  • Now + Then Marketplace MEGA MARKET

    Thunderbird Salvage & Hackett Elementary, 2441 Frankford Ave Philadelphia, PA 19125 2441 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The 6th Now + Then Marketplace collaboration with Phila Flea Markets aptly named MEGA MARKET returns around Thunderbird Salvage & The Fishtown Flatiron & Hackett Elementary Saturday 10/4 from 11am-6pm. One of the largest markets of the year, the MEGA market surrounds 3 whole city blocks along Frankford Ave, Trenton Ave, & York Street and hosts over 200 local vendors. Vendors range from vintage clothing from White Mouse Vintage and art from Selah Bowman, to local drinks from Triple Bottom Brewing, who supports the community through their mission-driven craft brewery, and food from Hangry Joe's. As always the market is

  • SHARP Dance Company 20th Anniversary Performance- “FAMILY”

    SHARP Dance Company 20th Anniversary Performance- “FAMILY”
    Mandell Theater 3220 Chestnut St,, Philadelphia, United States

    SHARP’s Fall Season promises a dynamic and emotionally rich lineup, featuring a powerful mix of fan favorites from the past 20 years alongside exciting new works. The program will include “669,” a moving tribute inspired by Sir Nicholas Winton and the 669 children he rescued from the Holocaust, as well as excerpts from “Aquarian Exposition,” which celebrates the spirit of the iconic hippie era. Audiences will also experience the world premiere of “DNA – Part 1: Ireland,” marking an exciting new direction for SHARP’s repertoire and the beginning of a six-year creative journey by Artistic Director Diane Sharp-Nachsin as she

    $40 – $45

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings:

  • Cheese & Teas

    The Random Tea Room 713 N 4th Street, Philadelphia, United States

    After hours at The Random Tea Room, join us for an intimate collaboration between local artisans—a tasting event that explores the delicious intersections of cheese, tea, and freshly baked bread. Guests will enjoy an interactive discussion on the craft of cheesemaking and tea brewing, followed by a guided pairing of a five-cheese plate and a thoughtfully curated tea flight, all served in the cozy front café of The Random Tea Room. Bread will be provided by local bakery Merzbacher's.

    $65

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Upper Parking Lot on Valley Green Road 701 Valley Green Ct, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Valley Green Road Upper Parking Lot (see map here) There is parking available at our meeting site. The public outdoor bathrooms at Valley Green Inn should be open. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that

  • ATC Hike 8: Lavender Loop with Trish Fries, Doug Gibson, Peter Curatolo, and Jill Curatolo

    Lower Bells Mill Road Parking Lot Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at the Bells Mill Road East Parking Lot (see map here) Parking is available at our meeting location or further up Bells Mill at the Forbidden Drive Upper Parking Lot. There are porta-potties available for use on Forbidden Drive near our meeting location. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • An Evening with Gerald Cyrus

    The Print Center 1614 Latimer St, Philadelphia, P, United States +1 more

    Join The Print Center for an Artist Talk with photographer Gerald Cyrus, sponsored by the Darryl Chappell Foundation. Cyrus will discuss his work, his 40+ year career and sources of inspiration. 6pm – Reception with Cyrus and Chappell, light refreshments will be served 6:30pm – Artist Talk (presented in-person and on Zoom) This event is free and open to the public. Visit The Print Center’s website for more details and to register for Zoom. The Darryl Chappell Foundation’s mission is to empower Afrodescendant artists to achieve their highest potential, with a vision of a community of artists working together to

    Free

  • Made in Philadelphia Fall Market

    Dilworth Park 1 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate the fall festivities at Philadelphia’s vibrant “Made in Philadelphia Fall Market”, brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in partnership with the Center City District (CCD). From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, October 12, the fall market will pop up on the second full weekend in October. Discover a diverse array of vendors from Philadelphia and the tri-state area offering handcrafted art, photography, skincare, culinary delights and more. Celebrate all things autumn at the Made in Philadelphia Fall Market and join the festivities by following @madeinphila on Facebook and @philaholidays on Instagram. Visit the website for more

    Free

  • Native Planting and Fall Nature Challenge

    Kitchen’s Lane Bridge 1000 Kitchens Ln, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Forbidden Drive and Kitchens Lane Bridge (see map here) There is limited parking at the Kitchens Lane Parking lot, as well as more extensive street parking near the Jannette Street Trailhead. Both of these options are a short hike away from our meeting location, so please plan your arrival time accordingly. There will not be bathrooms available for use. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us in the park for a native planting. This one will be a special event in collaboration with the Academy of Natural Sciences

  • Bespoke Matter

    Park Towne Place Oar Pub, Towne Center, 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Curtis Symphony Orchestra launches its 2025–26 series with a dynamic program tracing the evolution of orchestral music. The evening opens with Overture to The School for Scandal, Curtis alumnus Samuel Barber’s witty and fast-paced overture inspired by Sheridan’s 18th-century comedy. Grammy-winning conductor Christoph Eschenbach leads Krzysztof Penderecki’s Concerto Grosso for Three Cellos, featuring Curtis alumni Nicholas Canellakis, Yumi Kendall, and Christine Jeonghyoun Lee—a striking work that blends lyrical beauty with bold dissonance and rhythmic intensity. The program culminates in Anton Bruckner’s monumental Symphony No. 3, a sweeping and heroic masterpiece that unfolds in waves of majestic brass chorales, soaring themes,

    Free

  • Second Saturdays: Free House Tours

    Second Saturdays: Free House Tours
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Cliveden offers free house tours every second Saturday of the month, May to October, as part of their Second Saturday programming. House tours are available 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is a one-hour experience. Visitors will view our current exhibit, The Turmoil of Transition: The mid-nineteenth century at Cliveden: 'Enter Cliveden as it was in the mid-nineteenth century - a household in turmoil and mourning over the death of husband and father, Benjamin Chew, Jr. This

    Free

  • The Redemption 4:04 Party – Fashion Collective Showcase

    INDY HALL CLUBHOUSE 709 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come join us for the brand launch party of Redemption 4:04 - presenting the brand's first fashion collection born from Philly. Redemption 4:04 was created to inspire the next generation of creatives. Founded in 2025 by Josh McDonough, Redemption 4:04 is meant to evoke the kid with dreams and aspirations in all of us. We strive to give quality over quantity in every hand-crafted garment. With the use of pop culture, history, cinema, and patchwork, a story lies beneath each thread and in every piece. Get ready to mingle with designers, models, and fashion enthusiasts at the Indy Hall Clubhouse,

    $15.00

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • ATC Hike 9: Cresheim Crawl with Trish Fries, Lisa Kleiman, and Jin Xu

    Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Valley Green Inn (see map here) There are several parking lots near the Inn. The northern parking lot can be accessed by Wises Mill Road, and the southern by Valley Green Road. There are restrooms available for use outside of the Inn. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park.

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Wissahickon East Park 7500 Anderson St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Wissahickon East Park on Anderson St & Woodbrook Ln (see map here) Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Valley Talk – Exploring the Trees that Shape Wissahickon Valley Park with Andrew Conboy

    Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    In person at the Valley Green Inn or online on Zoom Wissahickon Valley Park is home to a great diversity of tree species, from the towering tulip poplar and the spiky devil’s walkingstick to mighty oaks. In this Valley Talk, we’ll explore common native and invasive species, uncover intriguing remnants from the old nursery, and learn the fundamentals of tree identification. We’ll also discuss the ecological impact of these species—both beneficial and harmful—while gaining insights into restoration ecology. Andrew is a local urban forester and ISA-certified arborist who is passionate about trees, native plants, and the natural world. Through his

  • ATC Hike 10: Toleration Trail with Amy Hirsch, Debbie Hoellein, Doug Gibson, and Courtney Malley

    corner of Park Line Drive and Hortter Street Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at W Hortter St and Parkline Drive (see map here) There is street parking available. There is bathroom access along the route. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger? No problem. This hike is open to the public. Starting from the Toleration statue on the White Trail, hike

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Native Planting Volunteer Service

    Houston Playground 900 Grakyn Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Houston Playground (see location on Google maps here) Regardless of where you park, be sure to refrain from leaving any valuables in your car. There may be limited bathroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us in the park for a native planting! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Hermitage Mansion 700 Hermit's Lane, Philadelphia, PA

    Meeting at Hermitage Mansion (see map here) We recommend parking on Barnes Street and walking over, as Hermit Lane has been known to experience car break-ins. Please note that there will not be restroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • ATC Hike 11: White Trail Wander with Peter Curatolo, Jill Curatolo, Pat Jacona, and Debra Brackett

    Mt. Airy Avenue trailhead W. Mt Airy Avenue and Mt. AIry TErrace, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Mt. Airy Avenue Trailhead (see map here) There is plenty of street parking nearby on W Mt. Airy Avenue and Mt. Airy Terrace. There will be a bathroom along our route. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger? No problem. This hike is open to the public.

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Thomas Mansion 6245 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Thomas Mansion (see map here) Please park on Wissahickon Avenue or the surrounding neighborhood streets rather than the Thomas Mansion driveway. Please note that there will be bathroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • COMPA Philly Language Justice Cooperative Launch

    Making Worlds Bookstore & Social Center 210 South 45th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Welcome to the Compa Philly Language Cooperative Launch! Join us at Making Worlds Cooperative Bookstore & Social Center for an exciting event where we’ll be introducing our new language cooperative to the Philly community. Whether you’re a language enthusiast, someone involved in social justice movements, or just curious about what we do, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn more about our cooperative. Come celebrate with us and be a part of this special occasion!

    Free

  • Halloween Planting at Hermitage Mansion

    Hermitage Mansion 700 Hermit's Lane, Philadelphia, PA

    Meeting at Hermitage Mansion (see map here) We recommend parking on Barnes Street and walking over, as Hermit Lane has been known to experience car break-ins. Please note that there will not be restroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then celebrate Halloween in your spooooookiest outfits with a native planting at Hermitage Mansion! This year’s theme is: Wissahickon Flora! We’ll have a costume contest with prizes, candy, and pizza, and we’ll be joined by a very special guest, Andrew Conboy of Andrew the Arborist! All are

  • 10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate

    FDR Park South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Philly PR Girl and The O’Hara Home Team for the 10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at FDR Park before the Eagles take on the Giants. Guests can enjoy a Thanksgiving-inspired feast, private luxury trailer access, seasonal drinks, games, and raffles, all while supporting the HEADstrong Foundation’s Donate A Turkey Dinner initiative.

    $50

  • Bird Walks Along the Wissahickon with Troy Bynum, Pt 5

    Upper Andorra Parking Lot 878 Andorra Rd, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Photo courtesy of Peter Graham Meeting at the Upper Andorra Parking Lot (see map here) Get to know the birds around Wissahickon Valley Park on the final hike of this five-part series of guided bird walks, hosted by Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC in partnership with Friends of the Wissahickon. Join all the guided walks to better understand the various habitats and birds found within, or come for just one walk! Troy Bynum, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia, PA. Troy’s work focuses on

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6035-6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown (see map here) There is plenty of nearby parking, although parking in the paved lot along Lincoln Drive is not recommended, as it is the site of frequent car break-ins. Please note that there will be bathrooms available for use during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within

  • ATC Hike 12: Woods Walk

    Mt. Airy Avenue trailhead W. Mt Airy Avenue and Mt. AIry TErrace, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Mt. Airy Avenue Trailhead (see map here) There is street parking at the meeting location. There is a bathroom along the route. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger? No problem. This hike is open to the public. Keep an eye out for flora and fauna as

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Thomas Mansion 6245 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Thomas Mansion (see map here) Please park on Wissahickon Avenue or the surrounding neighborhood streets rather than the Thomas Mansion driveway. Please note that there will be bathroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • ATC Hike 13: Spooky Wissahickon with Sheryl Rose, Katherine Bonar, Dave Bonar, and Ted Apple

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6035-6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown (see map here) There is parking in several small lots around HRT as well as nearby street parking on W Rittenhouse Street. Parking in the paved lot along Lincoln Drive is not recommended, as it is the site of frequent car break-ins. Please note that there will not be a bathroom along our route. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on

  • ATC Hike 14: Meadow Miler with Sue Amon, Reagan Hedlund, and Jin Xu

    Forbidden Drive at Northwestern Avenue Forbidden Drive and Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Northwestern Avenue and Forbidden Drive (see map here) There should be plenty of parking in the nearby Northwestern Ave Parking Area. There will be porta potties on Forbidden Drive at the beginning of the hike. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger? No problem. This hike is

  • Volunteer Service at Carpenter’s Woods

    Wayne Avenue Trailhead Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Wayne Avenue Trailhead (see map here) This location will not require hiking to access from the available parking areas. Please note that there will not be bathroom access during the service day. Would you like take part in keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us this Saturday in partnership with the Friends of Carpenter’s Woods! This relatively small section of the Wissahickon, while frequented amongst West Mt. Airy neighbors, is not widely-known to many regular visitors of the Park. We’ll be completing a variety of stewardship tasks in the area! All are welcome to attend,

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • After-School Enrichment: Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival and Intermediate Wilderness Survival

    After-School Enrichment: Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival and Intermediate Wilderness Survival
    Awbury Arboretum One Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This fall, Awbury’s AdventureWoods is the place to be for hands-on outdoor fun! Children ages 8–11 can join Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival on Thursdays, Sept 25–Oct 30, 2025, from 4–6 PM, where they’ll learn the basics of archery, try their hand at carving, cook over a campfire, and practice core survival skills like foraging, knot-tying, shelter-building, and first aid. For older adventurers ages 11–15, the Intermediate Wilderness Survival program runs Tuesdays, Sept 23–Oct 28, 2025, from 4–6 PM, taking things to the next level with advanced archery drills, tool carving, matchless fire-starting, cooking, and more complex survival challenges.

  • ATC Closing Hike 15: Valley Green Run with Lisa Kleiman, Andrea DeSabato, and Debra Brackett

    Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at the Valley Green Inn (see map here) The northern parking lot can be accessed by Wises Mill Road, and the southern by Valley Green Road. Overflow parking is in the Upper Lot. There will be restrooms available at the Inn. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger?

  • Bells Mill Road Clean-Up

    Forbidden Drive and Bells Mill Rd. Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Bells Mill Road and Forbidden Drive (see map here) Bell’s Mill Road will be closed starting at 7:00 am, so please plan where you’ll park ahead of time! There is plenty of neighborhood street parking near the Manatawna Trailhead, which is about a half mile hike from our meeting location. There will be porta potty access during the service day. Would you like take part in keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us this Saturday as we close down Bells Mill Road for a large scale litter clean-up! All are welcome to attend, and no

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Love Your Park Volunteer Service Day

    Houston Playground 900 Grakyn Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Houston Playground (see location on Google maps here) There is usually plenty of street parking on Sequoia Road and Grakyn Lane, but you can find additional parking on the surrounding neighborhood streets if necessary. There may be limited bathroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on this special stewardship day to celebrate the Love Your Park Fall Weekend in Houston Meadow! We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis.

  • Cheltenham Center for the Arts 2025 Art Party & Auction

    Cheltenham Center For The Arts, 439 Ashbourne Road, Cheltenham Township, PA, 19012, United States

    Art Party 2025! Saturday, November 15th, 7-10pm. You’re invited to an evening of art, creativity, and celebration! Artmaking, Auction, Food & Fun at our annual fundraiser for Cheltenham Center for the Arts. Delicious bites and a musical surprise! Tickets $35 The Art Party pre-event ONLINE AUCTION is ready for bidding, Friday 11/7 through Friday 11/14 only! Can't come to the party, or just want first dibs at this shortlist of Art Party items? Visit our ONLINE AUCTION today and bid, bid, bid!

    $35

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Party For A Cause: A Party for Preemies Fundraiser & Pre-Conference Mixer

    Black Maternal Health and Neonatal Equity Conference: Moving Forward
    African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Once Upon A Preemie, Inc. for our 3rd Annual Fundraiser––A Party for Preemies, an event dedicated to raising critical funds to advance our mission and serve as a pre-conference mixer. Guests will enjoy an inspiring afternoon of hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, music, networking, raffle prizes, and more! All tax-deductible proceeds will support our operational, programmatic, and family empowerment needs.

    $100

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Collage for Compassion: A Cancer Support Benefit and Art Exhibition

    The Ridgeland Mansion 4100 Chamounix Drive, Philadelphia, United States

    The Cancer Support Community is pleased toannounce Collage for Compassion, a fundraising benefit and exhibition in partnership with Philadelphia CollageWorks. This event is free and open to the public and will take place at the beautiful historic Ridgeland Mansion in West Fairmount Park on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. Collage for Compassion will showcase a diverse and vibrant selection of original artwork by Philadelphia CollageWorks (PCW), a members' collective of collage artists. Highlights of the benefit exhibition will include traditional analog collages made from paper, fabric, and found materials, as well as photographic, digital, mixed-media, and

    Free

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Thanksgiving Appetite Builder with Ted Apple and Eric Dahlberg

    Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Photo courtesy of Stacey Gray Meeting at Valley Green Inn (see map here) The northern parking lot can be accessed by Wises Mill Road, and the southern by Valley Green Road. Overflow parking is in the Upper Lot. There are bathrooms available for use at the Inn. Join FOW Trail Ambassadors Ted Apple and Eric Dahlberg for a moderately paced hike on the beautiful trails of the Wissahickon Valley. We will cover between four and six miles (depending on the group and trails chosen) as we enjoy building our appetites for Thanksgiving dinner while viewing the part in the late

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater

    A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    A Sherlock Carol Holiday Treat at The Stagecrafters Want a clever treat for your holidays? A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater is the one for you. Written by Mark Shanahan, the play skillfully weaves together the stories of Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens into a clever mystery. Six actors portray the beloved characters of Sherlock Holmes, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Dr. Watson and more in a heart-warming and very theatrical show for all ages. ADVISORY: Patrons who may be affected by photosensitivity or epilepsy are advised to take precautions, as strobe lights will be used in this production.

    $26 – $30

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater

    A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    A Sherlock Carol Holiday Treat at The Stagecrafters Want a clever treat for your holidays? A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater is the one for you. Written by Mark Shanahan, the play skillfully weaves together the stories of Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens into a clever mystery. Six actors portray the beloved characters of Sherlock Holmes, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Dr. Watson and more in a heart-warming and very theatrical show for all ages. ADVISORY: Patrons who may be affected by photosensitivity or epilepsy are advised to take precautions, as strobe lights will be used in this production.

    $26 – $30

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater

    A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    A Sherlock Carol Holiday Treat at The Stagecrafters Want a clever treat for your holidays? A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater is the one for you. Written by Mark Shanahan, the play skillfully weaves together the stories of Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens into a clever mystery. Six actors portray the beloved characters of Sherlock Holmes, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Dr. Watson and more in a heart-warming and very theatrical show for all ages. ADVISORY: Patrons who may be affected by photosensitivity or epilepsy are advised to take precautions, as strobe lights will be used in this production.

    $26 – $30

  • A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater

    A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    A Sherlock Carol Holiday Treat at The Stagecrafters Want a clever treat for your holidays? A Sherlock Carol at The Stagecrafters Theater is the one for you. Written by Mark Shanahan, the play skillfully weaves together the stories of Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens into a clever mystery. Six actors portray the beloved characters of Sherlock Holmes, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Dr. Watson and more in a heart-warming and very theatrical show for all ages. ADVISORY: Patrons who may be affected by photosensitivity or epilepsy are advised to take precautions, as strobe lights will be used in this production.

    $26 – $30

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship tasks! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Christmas Village in Philadelphia

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Running for its 18th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Hall’s Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas Market. The event is at no charge to attend and will run from November 22 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Over 120 vendors offer their unique Christmas-giftware and delicious European food specialties! Always a must-see: the famous German vendor Käthe Wohlfahrt, which features authentic German ornaments and Christmas gifts. 2025 Highlights 35’ Tall Glühwein Pyramid: Brand new center piece will make its debut in 2025! Custom made in Germany, this wooden, carousel-like tower

    Free