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  • Join Philly: Pop-Up Activities Fair!

    NKCDC Garden 1825 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    Join Philly's first Pop-Up Activities Fair brings together 10+ clubs and community groups for an afternoon of discovery, connection, and hands-on fun. This isn't your typical networking event. Wander through an open-air village of Philadelphia's most welcoming clubs—from book lovers to bike riders, stretchers to sketchers. Try a yoga flow, join a group sketch session, or discover your next reading obsession. Every group you'll meet is actively seeking new members. The goal? Find your people. The vibe? Relaxed summer afternoon with good music, local wine, and zero pressure to commit to anything except showing up. Meet organizers from Shortstack Book

    Free

  • Arte en las Calles: Fiesta de Verano

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

    Esperanza Arts Center presents Arte en las Calles Fiesta de Verano Featuring Dendê & Band Forrópera (Chrystal E. Williams & Felipe Hostins) Blaze Born (AMLA Rock Band) Hosted by Rumba 106.1’s Johanny Rodriguez Saturday, August 16, 2025 6:00pm-9:00pm Esperanza Parking lot (4th & Bristol) This summer, feel the rhythm, flavor, and joy – Latino style! Join us this August for a vibrant celebration featuring Latin food, live music, dancing, a local merchant fair, balloons, and fun for all ages. Public Transportation: Esperanza is located along SEPTA Bus Line 47. Parking: Free parking available at 4th and Bristol Free and open

    Free

  • Glow Together Eastwick Walking Group

    Start your morning with intention, meet your neighbors, and celebrate the guardians of our natural world with the Glow Together Eastwick Walking Group. This walking group will meet on alternating days at Bartram’s Garden every 3rd and 4th Thursdays and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge every 1st and 2nd Thursdays. Meet at the Garden’s 56th and Lindbergh Blvd entrance (please note: free parking is not available at the Garden during these hours, so you must utilize street parking). All ages are welcome in this free and inclusive group. Come as you are and let’s glow together!  

  • Community Movie Night: A Minecraft Movie

    Upper Meadow

    Join us for the last free community movie night of the summer! Bring your picnic blankets, bug spray, and snacks, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie under the evening sky. No registration is necessary. We’ll be watching A Minecraft Movie (2025), starting at 7:30pm. Arrive early for free activities for the whole family: 5-7pm: stilt walking program with Sistah Mafalda 6-7pm: Back-to-School Herbal Kit 6-7pm with Folami Irvine.  Create a home or student herbal kit for immunity, focus, and calm with blends for immunity, calmness spray, and mini kits to take with you. 6-7:30pm: community information resources from  The Pennsylvania

  • SWWAG Workshop: Intro to Fall Planting

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Do you like carrots, beets, and broccoli? Come to Sankofa Community Farm to learn the basics of planting your fall garden. We will also cover fall maintenance, including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Led by Kyone Carter. (beginner-friendly!)

  • Free Bike Rentals [2025]

    Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations.   Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • The 1st Annual Substance Fest Cookout

    Private Location Address received after RSVP is accepted, Philadelphia, United States

    The 1st Annual Substance Fest Cookout, hosted by FakeFree KP, is a FREE celebration of music, art, community, and Philly. Slated for Labor Day Weekend Sunday, August 31, from 3 PM to 8 PM, this gathering features live performances from FakeFree KP and friends in a beautiful outdoor atmosphere that brings the city to life.

    Free

  • First Friday Opening: Philadelphia Love + The Jane Gallery 1st Birthday Bash

    The Jane Gallery 32 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a very special First Friday on September 5th, 2025! It's The Jane Gallery's first birthday, and we're pulling out all the stops to celebrate an amazing year of honoring the art of woman, queer, and nonbinary artists! Party with us as we open our newest show: Philadelphia Love. Bringing together artists from all walks of life, Philadelphia Love is a beautiful collection of local works that celebrate the city that brings us together. Philadelphia We are so thankful to all of our supporters who have made The Jane a home in the past year, and we can't

    Free

  • Scenic Schuylkill Century Recreational Bicycle Ride 2025 on 9/7

    AIM Academy 1200 River Road, Conshohocken, PA, United States

    Scenic Schuylkill Century Recreational Bicycle Ride 2025 on 9/7 Event Website: www.ScenicCentury.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hundreds of Cyclists to Ride in the Scenic Schuylkill Century Recreational Bicycle Ride on Sunday, September 7, 2025 Each year, hundreds of cyclists take part in the Scenic Schuylkill Century, a one-day recreational bike ride, not a race. Routes offered from 21 to 101 miles through Philadelphia, Montgomery, and Chester Counties. The event, organized by the Bicycle Club of Philadelphia (BCP), will be held on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The fully supported ride starts and finishes at AIM Academy (1200 River Road, Conshohocken), located directly

    Free

  • Opening Art Exhibtion: Untitled

    Chester County Art Association 100 N Bradford Ave, West Chester, United States

    Exhibition Untitled Sept 8–26, 2025 Opening Reception: Sept 11 2025, 5–7pm Chester County Art Association 100 N Bradford Ave West Chester, PA 19382 Does an artwork’s title provide a lens that shapes how the viewer will see the work? Does a title provide context, narrative, and emotional essence, hinting at what the artist wants us to feel, or does it impede the viewer’s interpretation? Depending on the artist you ask, the task of titling work can be an opportunity to take stock of their creation, or a nebulous exercise in seeking to honor the work and speak to the viewer.

    Free

  • Plant Swap and Doodle Day at the Lansdowne Farmers Market!

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

    🌿 Potted Plant Swap & DIY Pot Decorating at the Farmers Market! 🌱Join us at the Lansdowne Farmers Market for a blooming good time! In addition to all your favorite fresh produce and local vendors, we’re hosting a Potted Plant Swap with a creative twist. Bring a healthy potted plant to swap—indoor or outdoor, herbs, succulents, flowers, or anything leafy—and give it a new home while picking up a new green friend of your own. No plant to swap? No problem! We’ll also have extras on hand. PLUS: Get crafty at our Pot Decorating Station!Design and decorate your own pot

  • 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

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Thursday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 5pm between September 4 and October 30.   We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks. Launched as a pilot program in 2017, We Walk PHL

  • Saturday Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please note: to avoid the peak heat index, Saturday Free Boating will take place from 3-7pm July through August. Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

  • SWWAG Workshop: Natural Pest Management

    CHOP Karabots 4865 Market St., Philadelphia, PA

    Come learn about different natural pest management methods for your garden! This workshop will be held at the CHOP Karabots Farm on 4865 Market St.  

  • Free Bike Rentals [2025]

    Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations.   Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Thursday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 5pm between September 4 and October 30.   We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks. Launched as a pilot program in 2017, We Walk PHL

  • 2025 Revolutionary Germantown Festival

    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Germantown’s place in the American Revolution will be on full display at the Revolutionary Germantown Festival, Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10am to 4pm, rain or shine. Enjoy hands-on activities, meet the soldiers, tours, food and more at this annual free event hosted at Cliveden, the epicenter of the 1777 Battle of Germantown. Explore the lives and experiences of people from the past throughout the day. Meet soldiers from the British and Continental armies and visit their camps to learn about life during the American Revolution, including the Museum of the American Revolution’s replica of George Washington’s mobile headquarters during

    Free

  • 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

  • Free Bike Rentals [2025]

    Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations.   Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • Intro to Monogramming

    Utility Works 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to monogram like a pro using both the embroidery machine and the Cricut! Whether you're personalizing a tote bag, towel, T-shirt, or gift, this class will walk you through the tools, techniques, and creative options for adding stylish, custom lettering to your items. You’ll learn:🧵 How to design and stitch monograms with the embroidery machine🖨️ How to create vinyl monograms and apply them using the Cricut🎨 Tips for choosing fonts, placement, and materials No experience needed—just bring your creativity!Materials will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own items to personalize. Pricing:

    $20

  • Fall Bird Walk

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

    In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Manager Suzanne Safran. We are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk: 9:00am - 10:30am Family Bird Walk: 10:30am - 11:30am The Adult Bird Walk is for participants ages 12 and over. Limit of 20 participants for the Adult Bird Walk. This is a free event but we do ask that you register. Please reserve one ticket for every member of your group. Important Note: Comfortable shoes or boots, layered clothing, and binoculars

    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

  • Indigenous People’s Day Volunteering

    Join us for the 15th annual Indigenous People’s Day celebration to help all participants and visitors feel safe and comfortable during the event. Two volunteer shifts available: 11am–2pm or 2–5pm.

  • Indigenous People’s Day Celebration

    Celebrating Indigenous culture, history, and resilience with co-host Ollin Yoliztli Calmecac. Enjoy live performances, vendors, workshops, and more. More details TBA.

  • Glow Together Eastwick Walking Group

    Start your morning with intention, meet your neighbors, and celebrate the guardians of our natural world with the Glow Together Eastwick Walking Group. This walking group will meet on alternating days at Bartram’s Garden every 3rd and 4th Thursdays and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge every 1st and 2nd Thursdays. Meet at the Garden’s 56th and Lindbergh Blvd entrance (please note: free parking is not available at the Garden during these hours, so you must utilize street parking). All ages are welcome in this free and inclusive group. Come as you are and let’s glow together!  

  • Harvest Fest

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Come celebrate, bring in the season’s harvest, and uplift Sankofa Community Farm! This will be a day of community joy and healing with music, workshops, planting, and more.

  • Free Movie on the River – “Hocus Pocus”

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

    Join Riverfront North Partnership and Glen Foerd for a fun, spooky, family-friendly evening along the river, watching the original Hocus Pocus. The movie will begin around 7pm. The fun begins at 5:30pm with free craft-making for the kids, thanks to our Lilly P.A.D.S. instructors. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. So bring a blanket or chairs, or maybe your favorite Halloween costume, and get ready for a spooky, fun evening! This event will take place on the waterfront lawn by the Main House. Please register in advance.

    Free

  • Hand Building – Ceramic Vases

    Utility Works - Art Studios & Maker Space 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    Handbuilding allows us to create almost anything we can imagine! Students will use handbuilding techniques to make unique and functional ceramic flower vases. Instruction will cover foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are looking to establish fundamental techniques or explore the bounds of your creativity and imagination, this class is for you! ------ Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works

    $50

  • Design Your Own Disguise

    Design Your Own Disguise
    Design Gym at Color Space Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for this week's activity: Design Your Own Disguise during Open Gym hours. You could design-build a mask, a headpiece, a hat, etc. with the assistance of our on-site Design Coach. We have some materials and tools available on-site for your use. If you have any promo merch/giveaway sunglasses or headbands laying around that want to be let go of OR materials you have collected for your own disguise; or to share, we will gladly receive them on-site to help construct disguises. Use as many sessions to complete and keep your work-in-progress at the studio.

    Pay as you wish

  • Design Your Own Disguise

    Design Your Own Disguise
    Design Gym at Color Space Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for this week's activity: Design Your Own Disguise during Open Gym hours. You could design-build a mask, a headpiece, a hat, etc. with the assistance of our on-site Design Coach. We have some materials and tools available on-site for your use. If you have any promo merch/giveaway sunglasses or headbands laying around that want to be let go of OR materials you have collected for your own disguise; or to share, we will gladly receive them on-site to help construct disguises. Use as many sessions to complete and keep your work-in-progress at the studio.

    Pay as you wish

  • The Philadelphia Mosaic: Immigrant Film Showcase

    gran salon and plaza 4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140, Philadelphia, United States

    The Philadelphia Mosaic: Immigrant Film Showcase Sotomayor Productions | Esperanza Immigration Legal Services GRAN SALON & PLAZA 10/23/25, 6:00pm Free General Admission Two films: Expanding Sanctuary and Status Pending serve as a centerpiece in an evening of Latin food, live music, and conversation highlighting stories of resilience, activism, and the cultural richness of Philadelphia’s immigrant communities. Part of Sesquicentenario: In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, EAC will feature several programs that celebrate explore the Latino Voice and the American Landscape. October 23 @ 6:00 pm - 08:00 pm

    Free

  • Design Your Own Disguise

    Design Your Own Disguise
    Design Gym at Color Space Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for this week's activity: Design Your Own Disguise during Open Gym hours. You could design-build a mask, a headpiece, a hat, etc. with the assistance of our on-site Design Coach. We have some materials and tools available on-site for your use. If you have any promo merch/giveaway sunglasses or headbands laying around that want to be let go of OR materials you have collected for your own disguise; or to share, we will gladly receive them on-site to help construct disguises. Use as many sessions to complete and keep your work-in-progress at the studio.

    Pay as you wish

  • Saturday Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please note: to avoid the peak heat index, Saturday Free Boating will take place from 3-7pm July through August. Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.

  • Educational Equity Summit

    Taulane Auditorium, Germantown Friends School 31 W Coulter St, Philadelphia, P, United States

    Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia presents the Educational Equity & Diversity Summit, a powerful community gathering focused on advancing equity and diversity in education. The event will feature leading voices in policy, law, and education, including Dr. Khalid Mumin (Former Pennsylvania Secretary of Education), Councilmember Isaiah Thomas, and Cara McClellan (University of Pennsylvania), with moderation by Dr. James Peterson of WURD Radio. The Summit will bring together educators, policymakers, families, and advocates to explore innovative approaches, discuss systemic challenges, and highlight actionable solutions to create more inclusive schools and communities. This is a unique opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and be

    Free

  • SWWAG Workshop: Seed Keeping

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Join Owen Taylor of Truelove Seeds and Chris Bolden-Newsome of Sankofa Community Farm in an evening of seed keeping and story weaving, and have a deep-rooted conversation about our collective past and evolving futures.    

  • Design Your Own Disguise

    Design Your Own Disguise
    Design Gym at Color Space Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for this week's activity: Design Your Own Disguise during Open Gym hours. You could design-build a mask, a headpiece, a hat, etc. with the assistance of our on-site Design Coach. We have some materials and tools available on-site for your use. If you have any promo merch/giveaway sunglasses or headbands laying around that want to be let go of OR materials you have collected for your own disguise; or to share, we will gladly receive them on-site to help construct disguises. Use as many sessions to complete and keep your work-in-progress at the studio.

    Pay as you wish

  • Design Your Own Disguise

    Design Your Own Disguise
    Design Gym at Color Space Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for this week's activity: Design Your Own Disguise during Open Gym hours. You could design-build a mask, a headpiece, a hat, etc. with the assistance of our on-site Design Coach. We have some materials and tools available on-site for your use. If you have any promo merch/giveaway sunglasses or headbands laying around that want to be let go of OR materials you have collected for your own disguise; or to share, we will gladly receive them on-site to help construct disguises. Use as many sessions to complete and keep your work-in-progress at the studio.

    Pay as you wish

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Thursday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 5pm between September 4 and October 30.   We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks. Launched as a pilot program in 2017, We Walk PHL

  • Design Your Own Disguise

    Design Your Own Disguise
    Design Gym at Color Space Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for this week's activity: Design Your Own Disguise during Open Gym hours. You could design-build a mask, a headpiece, a hat, etc. with the assistance of our on-site Design Coach. We have some materials and tools available on-site for your use. If you have any promo merch/giveaway sunglasses or headbands laying around that want to be let go of OR materials you have collected for your own disguise; or to share, we will gladly receive them on-site to help construct disguises. Use as many sessions to complete and keep your work-in-progress at the studio.

    Pay as you wish

  • Community Harvest Event at Woodland Academy

    Woodland Academy 5401 Grays Ferry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join our neighbors at Woodland Academy for a fun-filled day of resources, activities, dancing, and food! If you’re interested in tabling at this event, contact Stephanie Battle at sbattle@gphainc.org or call 215-726-6646

  • SWWAG Workshop: Putting the Farm to Bed to Prepare Your Winter Garden

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    It is almost time to put your garden to bed. Come learn the best ways to get your garden ready for a restful winter sleep, including cover crops, overwintering greens, and more. Led by Ty Holmberg and high school interns. (beginner-friendly!)  

  • 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 2 Awbury Rd, 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.

  • Uplift Voices: Art That Speaks

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Free and Open to All. Enjoy art, light refreshments, and a celebration of healing through creativity. For many young people in Uplift’s grief services, a picture truly says a thousand words. Since our founding in 2000, Uplift’s clinicians have invited youth and caregivers to engage in creative expression of their grief through art and storytelling. These art-making activities help attendees explore their grief, reflect on the legacies of the people they grieve, and find community together. Uplifting Voices: Art That Speaks is a one-night art show that proudly displays art made by young people and caregivers during Uplift’s Family Art

    Free

  • Movement Fishtown Opening and Inviting the Community to Free Climbing and Rentals

    Movement Fishtown Opening and Inviting the Community to Free Climbing and Rentals
    Movement Fishtown 1700 N. American Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Movement Climbing, Yoga, and Fitness, the nation’s largest climbing gym, will be opening its newest Philadelphia location this Saturday, November 22. Movement Fishtown, the largest indoor rock climbing gym in Pennsylvania, offers more than 41,000 square feet of climbing, yoga, and fitness space designed to serve the greater Philly community. The new gym will welcome climbers, yogis, and fitness enthusiasts of all levels with premium amenities. To celebrate the gym’s opening, Movement invites the community to experience the new facility with free climbing and rentals during its opening weekend.

    FREE

  • Movement Fishtown Opening and Inviting the Community to Free Climbing and Rentals

    Movement Fishtown Opening and Inviting the Community to Free Climbing and Rentals
    Movement Fishtown 1700 N. American Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Movement Climbing, Yoga, and Fitness, the nation’s largest climbing gym, will be opening its newest Philadelphia location this Saturday, November 22. Movement Fishtown, the largest indoor rock climbing gym in Pennsylvania, offers more than 41,000 square feet of climbing, yoga, and fitness space designed to serve the greater Philly community. The new gym will welcome climbers, yogis, and fitness enthusiasts of all levels with premium amenities. To celebrate the gym’s opening, Movement invites the community to experience the new facility with free climbing and rentals during its opening weekend.

    FREE

  • HIAS Pennsylvania’s Thankful Together

    Old Pine Community Center 401 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Every year HIAS PA helps our newest arrivals celebrate their first Thanksgiving by inviting them to a meal prepared and served by our volunteers. But this year, newcomers are under attack by our own government and cannot come to celebrate this traditional holiday without exposing themselves to significant danger. So this year, we are expressing our thanks for all of you by sharing an afternoon of information and advocacy. HIAS PA staff will share their expertise to teach us the truth about the American Immigration system – why it is so broken and how the current federal government is using

    Free

  • A Bit of the Arts

    Twentieth Century Club 84 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    🎨✨ A Bit of the Arts: Holiday Fine Art Show & Sale ✨🎶 📍 The Historic 20th Century Club, 84 S. Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA 🗓 Friday, November 28 | 4 PM – 8 PM 🗓 Saturday, November 29 | 10 AM – 6 PM Kick off the holiday season at Lansdowne’s beloved arts celebration! The A Bit of the Arts Holiday Fine Art Show & Sale is back for two festive days of creativity, community, and holiday cheer. 🎁 ✨ What to Expect: 🖌 40 Local Artists & Makers – Shop unique, handmade gifts you won’t find anywhere else.

    Free

  • Holiday Greenery Workshops at Christmas Village in Philadelphia (December 3rd, 10th, 17th, 2025)

    Thirsty Thursdays Spirits Tastings (December 4th, 11th, 18th, 2025)
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    When? December 3rd, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM December 10th, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM December 17th, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Get creative this holiday season at our Holiday Greenery Workshops at Christmas Village in Philadelphia hosted in collaboration with Terrarium Therapy! On Wednesday, December 3rd, 10th, and 17th, join us for a festive, hands-on experience where you’ll craft your very own holiday décor to take home. From sparkling globes and classic wreaths to charming succulent holiday trees

    Free

  • Orlando’s Magical Realism

    Home for the Holidays
    Galeria Esperanza 4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, United States

    ESPERANZA ARTS CENTER presents Orlando’s Magical Realism Community Exhibit Opening Celebration & Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony FREE EVENT Limited tickets available Friday, December 5, 2025 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Galería Esperanza Join us for the grand opening of Orlando’s Magical Realism art exhibit, featuring the renowned Cuban artist Orlando Quevedo. Step into a world where creativity knows no bounds and imagination becomes reality. This captivating collection features Quevedo’s most iconic masterpieces alongside several pieces showcased to the public for the very first time. Highlights include a personalized Mona Lisa and bold reimaginings of art history, all infused with Quevedo’s surreal storytelling.

    Free

  • Handmade Holidays

    Join us in the Garden for our annual celebration of winter, local artists and makers, and community! This free public event is for the whole family, rain or shine. We’ll have a full schedule of free, wintry fun for the whole family to enjoy: Our annual pie competition Sign up to compete for a grand prize of $150 and the 2025 Champion of Pie title! Stilt walking performance by Sistah Mafalda Kid-friendly crafts like story time and nature tree decorating DIY wreathmaking and pick-up for purchased wreaths Free s’mores, hot cocoa, and treats Open house at the historic Bartram House

  • Riverbend’s Merry & Mindful Makers Market

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

    Join us for a festive afternoon at Riverbend's Merry and Mindful Makers Market. We are hosting local artists, makers and growers, sharing their handmade, eco-friendly gifts at our outdoor marketplace. Pick up a holiday gift for someone special, or take the time to explore the preserve with a warm drink and admire the leaves as the season changes. Entry is free, but we ask that you RSVP at the link provided! Stop by Riverbend on December 6th to take part in some s'mores roasting, wreath making, live painting + Mala-knotting demos, games, giveaways, and our flea market! Come learn something

    Free

  • Happy Holidays from Rox

    Pocket Park 6170 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Pocket Park • Krams Avenue • Ridge Avenue & Beyond Roxborough Development Corporation is jingling into the season with Happy Holidays from Rox 2025 — a one-day neighborhood celebration filled with festive fun, local shopping, and community cheer! ✨ Highlights: 🛍️ Artisan Market – Shop local makers and find one-of-a-kind gifts. ❄️ Snowflake Scavenger Hunt – Discover artist-designed snowflakes in Ridge Ave shops and win prizes! 🎄 The Wishing Tree – Craft your own ornament and share your holiday wish. 🎄 Ugly Holiday Sweater contest at 1:30PM in Pocket Park 🎅 Santa Visits Pocket Park – Arriving by fire truck

    Free

  • Holiday Greenery Workshops at Christmas Village in Philadelphia (December 3rd, 10th, 17th, 2025)

    Thirsty Thursdays Spirits Tastings (December 4th, 11th, 18th, 2025)
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    When? December 3rd, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM December 10th, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM December 17th, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Get creative this holiday season at our Holiday Greenery Workshops at Christmas Village in Philadelphia hosted in collaboration with Terrarium Therapy! On Wednesday, December 3rd, 10th, and 17th, join us for a festive, hands-on experience where you’ll craft your very own holiday décor to take home. From sparkling globes and classic wreaths to charming succulent holiday trees

    Free

  • Skill Swap Club

    Skill Swap Club
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Skill Swap Club is a neighbor-to-neighbor exchange that reconnects people by sharing what we know This idea emerged from a Design Gym workshop during Philly Tech Week, where strangers from different backgrounds came together to solve everyday human problems. Facilitated by Chitsanzo Isaac, our group identified skill swapping as a response to isolation and lack of accessible support systems. 🎟 Cost: A snack to share or contribute to the snacks fund (as a sliding scale ticket)

    Free

  • Holiday Treasures Market at The Church of Annunciation

    324 Carpenter Lane 324 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a fun and festive day of holiday cheer. Enjoy cookies and cocoa, handcrafted treasures, a visit from Santa, music, and community connections at the Holiday Treasures Market. Browse a wonderful selection of handmade gifts, arts, and unique finds offered by local small business vendors. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone special, you’ll find meaningful pieces. The market takes place in Mount Airy at the Church of Annunciation. Bring your friends and family, support independent makers, and enjoy the festive vibe. Vendor tables may still be available for just $35—so if you’re a maker who wants to

    Free

  • Holiday Greenery Workshops at Christmas Village in Philadelphia (December 3rd, 10th, 17th, 2025)

    Thirsty Thursdays Spirits Tastings (December 4th, 11th, 18th, 2025)
    JFK Plaza (Love Park) Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    When? December 3rd, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM December 10th, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM December 17th, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM and 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Get creative this holiday season at our Holiday Greenery Workshops at Christmas Village in Philadelphia hosted in collaboration with Terrarium Therapy! On Wednesday, December 3rd, 10th, and 17th, join us for a festive, hands-on experience where you’ll craft your very own holiday décor to take home. From sparkling globes and classic wreaths to charming succulent holiday trees

    Free

  • Gingerbread House Decorating– for adults!

    PRISM Quartet, Diane Monroe, Ursula Rucker, and Tyshawn Sorey: Unlocking Your Inner Composer at The Free Library of Philadelphia

    Join us at Bloomsday for gingerbread house decorating! We'll provide pre-assembled gingerbread houses & an assortment of seasonal candy for you to create your very own festive (and delicious) holiday house. Your ticket price includes a glass of wine, beer or signature mocktail. No grinches allowed-- this event is perfect for a gal’s night, a second date or even a team-building activity!

    $68.25

  • Skill Swap Club

    Skill Swap Club
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Skill Swap Club is a neighbor-to-neighbor exchange that reconnects people by sharing what we know This idea emerged from a Design Gym workshop during Philly Tech Week, where strangers from different backgrounds came together to solve everyday human problems. Facilitated by Chitsanzo Isaac, our group identified skill swapping as a response to isolation and lack of accessible support systems. 🎟 Cost: A snack to share or contribute to the snacks fund (as a sliding scale ticket)

    Free

  • Skill Swap Club

    Skill Swap Club
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Skill Swap Club is a neighbor-to-neighbor exchange that reconnects people by sharing what we know This idea emerged from a Design Gym workshop during Philly Tech Week, where strangers from different backgrounds came together to solve everyday human problems. Facilitated by Chitsanzo Isaac, our group identified skill swapping as a response to isolation and lack of accessible support systems. 🎟 Cost: A snack to share or contribute to the snacks fund (as a sliding scale ticket)

    Free

  • Daylily Documentary Screening

    Free Library of Philadelphia 1901 Vine St, Science & Wellness Dept., Room 202, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Daylily is a feature length documentary that explores the devotion surrounding a plant that blooms for only one day. Through the personal stories of gardeners from different backgrounds, the film reflects on the fleeting beauty of life and the quiet meaning found in moments that often pass unnoticed. By observing these flowers, which appear briefly and are found everywhere, the film invites viewers to recognize the same fragility, value, and presence within themselves. During the making of the film, I traveled to nine U.S. states and two countries, interviewing gardeners along the way, and ultimately finished the project with a

    Free

  • Novels in Progress, ft. Roy Graham and Jake Ahlquist

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

    Novels in Progress is a showcase for local working novelists. Free and open to the public, each event will offer a salon-style reading and conversation featuring two writers deep in the process of a long project. Light refreshments will be provided. Learn more and RSVP at bluestoop.org/events DATE: Saturday, 3/7, 3-5pm LOCATION: Parkway Central Library, Heim Room 131 COST: Free DIRECT LINK: https://www.bluestoop.org/events/novels-in-progress-2026-03

    Free

  • Historical Society of Frankford March Meeting and Lecture

    Frankford Historical Society 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia, United States

    The Historical Society of Frankford is pleased to host Kimberly Washington, Esq., Executive Director of the Frankford Community Development Corporation (FCDC), as its speaker on Tuesday, March 10 at the Society's Library/Museum at 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia, PA . Ms. Washington will discuss the history, impact and future of FCDC as it leads the preservation and re-development of this historic neighborhood. The event is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be served. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the lecture begins at 7:30 PM. Offstreet parking will be available at the Frankford Friends School, directly across

    Free

  • Skill Swap Club

    Skill Swap Club
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Skill Swap Club is a neighbor-to-neighbor exchange that reconnects people by sharing what we know This idea emerged from a Design Gym workshop during Philly Tech Week, where strangers from different backgrounds came together to solve everyday human problems. Facilitated by Chitsanzo Isaac, our group identified skill swapping as a response to isolation and lack of accessible support systems. 🎟 Cost: A snack to share or contribute to the snacks fund (as a sliding scale ticket)

    Free

  • Climate Resilience Plan Virtual Community Workshop

    How is extreme weather affecting your daily life? What does your neighborhood need to be better prepared? Bartram’s Garden and ACANA are proud to host a community workshop in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Sustainability. Together, we’ve helped design a workshop that is specific to our neighborhood, grounded in local experiences, and centered on community voices. This workshop will provide direct input to Philadelphia’s Citywide Climate Resilience Plan, which is focused on developing strategies at different scales —citywide and neighborhood-level solutions—to prepare for extreme heat, flooding, storms, power outages, and other climate impacts.   Why does this

  • Historical Society of Frankford Special Event

    Historical Society of Frankford 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia,, PA, United States

    The Historical Society of Frankford (HSF) is pleased to host Mural Arts Philadelphia and the Tacony LAB Community Art Center Northeast 250: Threads of History community arts project on Tuesday, March 31 at 6:00 PM at the Society’s library/museum at 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia. This project, part of the City's US Semiquincentennial celebrations, will shine spotlights at several venues on the history of Northeast Philadelphia and the many small organizations that keep that history alive. Using the US flag as the organizing principle and creative inspiration, hands-on artmaking activities at each event will engage communities with the idea of individual

    Free

  • Author Talk | Extraction

    Parkway Central Library, Free Library of Philadelphia Grand Lobby, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Thea Riofrancos will be in conversation with Malcolm Harris about Riofranco's latest book, Extraction: The Frontiers of Green Capitalism, an in-depth analysis into the growing industry of green technologies and the environmental, social, and political consequences of the mining it requires. Drawing on groundbreaking fieldwork in Chile, Nevada, and Portugal, Riofrancos explores the environmental and social costs of the global race to expand lithium mining amid supply chain concerns. With haunting descriptions of vulnerable ecosystems, she examines how mining harms landscapes, provokes protest, takes center stage in national politics, and links countries on the peripheries of the world economy to

    Free

  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • Climate Resilience Plan Community Workshop

    Coach House 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    How is extreme weather affecting your daily life? What does your neighborhood need to be better prepared? Bartram’s Garden and ACANA are proud to host a community workshop in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Sustainability. Together, we’ve helped design a workshop that is specific to our neighborhood, grounded in local experiences, and centered on community voices. This workshop will provide direct input to Philadelphia’s Citywide Climate Resilience Plan, which is focused on developing strategies at different scales —citywide and neighborhood-level solutions—to prepare for extreme heat, flooding, storms, power outages, and other climate impacts.   Why does this

  • Philly Unwrapped Community Waste Reduction Engagement Session

    PHMC 4601 Market Street, Philadlephia, United States

    Philly Unwrapped, come let your voice be heard about waste reduction and reuse in Philadelphia! Philadelphia spends millions every year managing waste. Almost nothing prevents it. At the same time, food and beverage businesses are required to purchase single-use packaging that increases operating costs and contributes to pollution that disproportionately impacts Black and Brown communities where waste is processed and incinerated. There may be a better, less wasteful way — and it saves money and protects public health. Philly Unwrapped is bringing together restaurant owners, cafés, caterers, corner stores, food trucks, event venues, hospitality operators, community leaders, and public officials

    Free

  • Historical Society of Frankford April Meeting and Lecture

    Frankford Historical Society 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia, United States

    The Historical Society of Frankford (HSF) today announced that Roger Turner, curator of instruments and artifacts at the Science History Institute of Philadelphia, will speak at its monthly meeting on April 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 7:00 PM. His topic will be “Weird, Wonderful, Playful and Profound: Treasures of the Science History Institute”. The venue is the HSF library/museum, located at 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia. The event is free and open to the public, and parking is available across Orthodox Street at the Frankford Friends School. Light refreshments will be served after the lecture. The Science History

    Free

  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • Bird Box Workshop at the Discovery Center

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic and Glen Foerd in learning how to create a bird box for your own home or green space! Audubon Mid-Atlantic and Glen Foerd both share a mission of maintaining local ecosystems along the Schuylkill and Delaware River, and this is where your stewardship can help. We will begin the workshop with a bird tour around Discovery Center and discuss why bird boxes (also known as nesting boxes) are essential to birds due to the decline of natural habitats. Then, each participant will have the opportunity to assemble a bird box kit (using hammers and nails) which you

    Free

  • Spring Fest

    Join us for our annual, rain-or-shine celebration of spring in the Garden. Enjoy this year’s free, family-friendly itinerary: 10—11am: Medicinal Herbs plant walk with Garden Ecology Youth Coordinator and Building Your Home Apothecary Instructor Dominique Matti. Please register in advance for this free tour here. 10am—2pm: Bartram’s Garden Historic Archives Show and Tell 11am–12pm: Solo vibraphone performance by Hudson River 11am–2pm: Firstival celebration with 52 Weeks of Firsts 12—1pm: Indigenous History Teach-in with Lenape Research Fellow, Ciara Williams 1–2pm: Son Jarocho performance by Son Revoltura Music Collective Plus, all-day activities like: The Bartram’s Garden Plant Nursery season opening and sale.

  • Earth Appreciation Day – Plants and Poetry

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic and Temple University at the Discovery Center as we work to maintain our habitats and conservation work for Earth Day! This site is home to over 170+ species of birds, many species of insects and mammals, and up to thousands of visitors per year. Our efforts can aid in the livelihood of these animals and stewardship for the people. We'll focus on removing invasive bushes and plants around the trailhead so we can plant native shrubs in the future, as well as fill our seed packets for the public seed library. Afterwards, we open our space to

    Free

  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • SWWAG Workshop: Earth Day – Planting Your Spring Garden

    Sankofa Community Farm

    Time to get planting! Come on down to Sankofa Community Farm and learn the basics of planting your spring garden. We will also cover springtime maintenance including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Led by Princess Rahman (beginner-level workshop).

  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day

    Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day will celebrate its sixth year running on Saturday, April 25th 2026 from 10am-2pm at the playground/park area at Thomas Ave & Cobbs Creek Parkway just north of Whitby Ave. Brought to you by Clean Air Council and the Cobbs Creek Watershed Coalition, this free event will kick off at 9:30am with a WeWalk to explore the paved Cobbs Creek Trail. Beginning at 10:00am attendees can interact with over two dozen exhibitors offering family friendly games, resources, information, education, and activities for residents to connect with including sharing ideas for the upcoming Little Nature Playgrounds on

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  • Free Bike Rentals

    Bike Container

    The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram’s Mile Trail! Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations. Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • Dendê Macêdo – Recycled Sounds – Philly Jazz Month Concert at Borski Park

    Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park 3150 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate Philly Jazz Month with an unforgettable evening of rhythm, creativity, and community along the Delaware River. Join us on Friday, April 25 at 6 PM at Borski Park for a live performance by internationally recognized percussionist Dendê Macêdo and his innovative Recycled Sounds project. This unique musical experience transforms everyday objects into instruments, creating vibrant Afro-Brazilian rhythms while sharing a powerful message about sustainability, creativity, and the value of reusing materials. Using handmade instruments crafted from found and repurposed materials—everything from buckets and bottles to tires and scrap metal—Macêdo layers sounds live using a loop pedal to build rich,

    Free

  • The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill

    The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow at The Stagecrafters Theater of Chestnut Hill
    The Stagecrafters Theater 8130 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, P, United States

    IMAGINATIVE TECHNO-COMEDY OPENING AT THE STAGECRAFTERS The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow is a hilarious and heartfelt “techno-comedy,” that tells the story of Jennifer Marcus, an agoraphobic computer genius, who goes searching for her biological mother in China. Along the way she is aided by a Mormon missionary, a pizza delivery driver, and the outstanding robot she built called Jenny Chow. The play, authored by Rolin Jones, won the 2006 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mr. Jones was also a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for this play. For the last four years, Mr. Jones has been writer-producer

    $26 – $30

  • City Nature Challenge 2026

    Washington Square Park Philadelphia, United States

    The City Nature Challenge (CNC) is a four-day bioblitz where cities around the world record as much wildlife as possible. Wildlife is measured by the total number of observations, the number of species and the number of people making observations. CNC is also a great way to engage in community science and help document the biodiversity of our urban areas. The event takes place using the iNaturalist website and app. Any observation photo, geotagged from anywhere in the seven-county Philadelphia area (Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery and Bucks counties in Pennsylvania, and Camden, Gloucester and Burlington counties in New Jersey) and time-stamped

  • Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions. This program will be offered weekly from 10am—2pm in May, June, and September. To avoid peak temperatures, it will switch to 3—7pm in July and August. For more information about boating at Bartram’s Garden, see our Boating FAQ.

  • SWWAG Workshop: How to make Compost and FSA info

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Learn how to make compost through a six-step process that begins with transforming recycled food waste into nutrient-rich soil. This demonstration highlights the current depletion of the city’s soil and shows how composting can restore its vitality—producing dark, fertile earth capable of growing nutritious fruits and vegetables that support optimal health. The Philadelphia Farm Service Agency(FSA) will also be tabling during the event to share USDA resources for urban growers. County Executive Director Nina Berryman will speak to participants about the FSA and answer any questions. She can discuss farm numbers, youth loans, and other financial safety net programs the FSA

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. All walks will be led by a trained WeWalk group leader and will meet at the Welcome Center. Thursday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 5pm between May 7 and June 25. Registration recommended. We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount

  • City Nature Challenge 2026

    Laurel Hill Cemetery West 225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA

    The City Nature Challenge (CNC) is a four-day bioblitz where cities around the world record as much wildlife as possible. Wildlife is measured by the total number of observations, the number of species and the number of people making observations. CNC is also a great way to engage in community science and help document the biodiversity of our urban areas. The event takes place using the iNaturalist website and app. Any observation photo, geotagged from anywhere in the seven-county Philadelphia area (Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery and Bucks counties in Pennsylvania, and Camden, Gloucester and Burlington counties in New Jersey) and time-stamped

  • Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions. This program will be offered weekly from 10am—2pm in May, June, and September. To avoid peak temperatures, it will switch to 3—7pm in July and August. For more information about boating at Bartram’s Garden, see our Boating FAQ.

  • Organizing DNA: How Neighborhood‑Level Power Drives Today’s Movements

    Reinvestment Fund 1700 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Jeremy Nowak began his career as a community organizer, known for his ability to build power at the neighborhood and block level to achieve larger-scale change. His work was rooted in deep listening, relationship‑building, and the belief that ordinary people could transform their communities when given the tools to act. The practices he championed continue to shape organizers and campaigns today. A recent New Yorker article explored the effectiveness of creating broad-based coalitions of independent, and often pluralistic units to drive change. Hyper local organizing allows for numerous leaders to emerge, build networks, and train others — an approach that

  • Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions. This program will be offered weekly from 10am—2pm in May, June, and September. To avoid peak temperatures, it will switch to 3—7pm in July and August. For more information about boating at Bartram’s Garden, see our Boating FAQ.

  • Free Bike Rentals

    Bike Container

    The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram’s Mile Trail! Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations. Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • SWWAG Workshop: From Seed to Soil – Summer Seed Starting

    One Art Community Center 431-39 N. 52nd, St. Philadelphia, PA 19131, Philadelphia, PA

    This workshop takes place at the Oasis at One Art Community Center (1431-39 N. 52nd St., Philadelphia, PA 19131) Participants will learn: What seeds to plant for summer Direct sowing vs transplanting Garden planning    

  • Flow at Bartram’s Garden: Community Yoga in the Garden SOLD OUT!

    Flow at Bartram’s Garden is a community-centered outdoor yoga series hosted by Healing the Hood Together (formerly Hood Healers PHL), designed to create space for rest, movement, and reconnection with nature. Each class invites participants of all levels to slow down, breathe deeply, and experience the healing power of movement in one of Philly’s most beautiful green spaces. This series centers accessibility, community care, and wellness for the people — welcoming beginners, families, and anyone seeking grounding, restoration, and gentle strength-building in an open-air environment. Accessibility: This series is beginner-friendly and welcomes all bodies. What to bring: yoga mat, water,

  • Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions. This program will be offered weekly, with the exception of some closures, from 10am—2pm from May through September. For more information about boating at Bartram’s Garden, see our Boating FAQ.

  • MuseumFest: Historic District Philly

    MuseumFest transforms Philadelphia’s Historic District into a lively afternoon of discovery, powered by the American Alliance of Museums (the national association representing the entire museum field). Five iconic museums open their doors for free, with pop-up performances, living history, and interactive moments along a walkable half-mile loop. A passport challenge rewards explorers who collect stamps across every stop. Get your free tickets today! Schedule MuseumFest runs from 1:00–5:00 pm with flexible, drop-in experiences across the district. Look out for: 🍫 Watch chocolate-making demos at the Betsy Ross House at 2 PM, 2:45 PM, and 3:30 PM, showcasing Revolutionary-era techniques with

    $5 – $15

  • Free Bike Rentals

    Bike Container

    The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram’s Mile Trail! Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations. Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • SWWAG Workshop: Trellis and Protect Your Garden

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Come learn how to build trellising for fruits and veggies to give them more room to grow, as well as protect your garden from pests. This trellis workshop is for beginner and intermediate gardeners looking to deepen their knowledge about gardening techniques. We will focus on trellising and explore why, how, and which plants benefit from trellising.  We will also explore what style of trellis is most beneficial based on the plant itself. The goal is for people to leave with a newly developed skill to implement in their growing practice this season. Led by Tisha Golafaie (Intermediate-level workshop)

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. All walks will be led by a trained WeWalk group leader and will meet at the Welcome Center. Thursday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 5pm between May 7 and June 25. Registration recommended. We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount

  • The Well Tree Performance (SOLD OUT – JOIN WAITLIST)

    Bartram’s Garden Barn

    Join the Heartwood Trio for an all-ages, participatory journey through story and song. The Well Tree is a three-person musical, illustrated with a ‘crankie’—an illuminated, papercut, hand-cranked scroll. It is an original ‘singing story’ about a young woman moving beyond the fog of isolation and shame to meet songbirds, snails, and ancient trees as she finds her way home. TICKETS – Tickets are FREE and seating is limited. Please register to reserve tickets. The Well Tree Performance is part of the Root Song project, presented at Bartram’s by the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society. For more events, please visit their website.

  • Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come, first-served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. May be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions. This program will be offered weekly, with the exception of some closures, from 10am—2pm from May through September. For more information about boating at Bartram’s Garden, see our Boating FAQ.

  • Philadelphia Community Solar Power Town Hall

    Philadelphia Community Solar Power Town Hall
    Drexel University's Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships 3509 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    For many people, energy bills keep rising, while the cost of living keeps getting harder to manage. At the same time, too many neighborhoods have been left out of the benefits of clean energy while experiencing shouldering the impact of exploitative utilities. The Human Rights Coalition is hosting a free, educational town hall to learn how community-owned solar can help lower energy bills and move our communities closer to energy independence. Join us for food and beverages, socializing, and a presentation on the basics of community solar and solar energy! RVSP here: https://forms.gle/UrTaQVjhxEp4Ccbw8

    Free

  • Free Bike Rentals

    Bike Container

    The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram’s Mile Trail! Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations. Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • Ecological Re-Storyation Workshop (SOLD OUT-JOIN WAITLIST)

    Bartram’s Garden Barn

    Guided by Robin Wall Kimmerer and We Are the Seeds of CultureTrust, participants will learn about the wisdom and ecology of several native plants, with the opportunity to plant these seeds in a shared act of restoration—nurturing seedlings at home that may later be returned to an Indigenous Listening Garden. This event is supported by Plant Baby Plant. Parking is limited, so we suggest arriving early. This workshop is part of the Root Song project, presented at Bartram’s Garden by the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society. For more events, please visit their website.