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Join barefoot bella of journeying barefoot for a six-week sound healing, nature meditation, and reflection series. We will gather weekly on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm. Please bring a towel, blanket, or mat to sit on as well as a journal/notebook for reflections. We’ll have extra yoga mats and journals to share too. These events will take place either out in the Garden or indoors, depending on the weather. We’ll meet at the Welcome Center before heading to the day’s location. All events will be rain or shine.   “at journeying barefoot we commune together with Black, Native, and Indigenous women and

Youth Bike Fridays

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Come by for free bike rentals, simple repairs, tips, and snacks! Please register in advance.    

Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

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This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

Saturday Free Boating

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

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience necessary. Suitable for all ages and beginners. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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Meadow Weaving with Enrica Ferrero

Swing by and check out our newly refurbished meadow loom! Our friend Enrica Fererro will be in the Meadow to guide you with gathering plants and interworking them into woven panels to be displayed. The meeting spot is in the Meadow between the Parking Loop and the Boathouse.  This outdoor event is subject to weather-related cancelations.    

Event Series Sunday Funday at Awbury

Sunday Funday at Awbury

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

Sunday Fundays Free and family-friendly activities every first Sunday of the month.  See the goats and chickens, take wellness classes, go on farm tours, get your hands dirty in gardening workshops, and stop by Awbury’s Farm Market for fresh, local produce. The Farm is always free and open to walk and explore, but on Sunday afternoons we host special activities and Awbury staff and partner organizations at The Farm to welcome you. Concert and Barn Dance with Wissahickon Bridge! (a.k.a the Mohr Family Band) At 2:00 enjoy funny and uplifting songs for all ages, then at 2:30 it’s the Barn

Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: Human Anatomy, Physiology, and the Plants (Virtual)

Our focus in this Zoom webinar will be on womb health, mother of the body alignment, reproductive, digestive, immune, lymphatic, muscular, and circulatory systems although all systems of the human body will be covered. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay, but the suggested sliding scale of $10-30 per class, or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. Make a donation here.

Mindfulness in the Garden Fall Meditation Workshop: Nurturing the Inner Child

Practice to prioritize & nurture our inner child Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no prior registration and welcomes participants of all abilities! Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. We’ll have extra water and a limited supply of mats on hand as well. While the class begins at 3:15, participants are encouraged to gather and ground themselves in the space from 3-3:15pm. Classes will move

journeying barefoot

Join barefoot bella of journeying barefoot for a six-week sound healing, nature meditation, and reflection series. We will gather weekly on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm. Please bring a towel, blanket, or mat to sit on as well as a journal/notebook for reflections. We’ll have extra yoga mats and journals to share too. These events will take place either out in the Garden or indoors, depending on the weather. We’ll meet at the Welcome Center before heading to the day’s location. All events will be rain or shine.   “at journeying barefoot we commune together with Black, Native, and Indigenous women and

Youth Bike Fridays

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Come by for free bike rentals, simple repairs, tips, and snacks! Please register in advance.    

Wetlands Bio Blitz!

Come join us for an exciting and informative adventure in Bartram’s Garden’s south wetlands! With the help of horticulturalists, scientists, and other community members, you’ll explore a calm coastal wetland that’s teeming with biodiversity, discovering hidden treasures at every turn. Armed with magnifying glasses, binoculars, and field guides, you’ll learn to identify fascinating flora and fauna, from wildflowers to elusive bird and insect species. Wetlands are important habitats that provide a home to various species of plants, birds, and insects that can’t thrive in other habitats. As well as being important habitats for plants and animals, wetlands provide a number

SWWAG Workshop: Food for Balance

Sankofa Community Farm

An introduction to using raw herbs in foods, as well as other methods of introducing highly nutritious foods/herbs grown into everyday cooking. Let’s get comfortable exploring what you grow and expanding what you eat! Led by Tish Golafaie (beginner-intermediate)   Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Philadelphia Literacy Day – WE OUTSIDE!

1400 Block of W Susquehanna Ave 1430 W Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Philadelphia Literacy Day 2023 - We Outside! We're bringing together old heads and youngbouls for hours of fun so come play with us! Philadelphia Literacy Day is a celebration of reading, writing, and learning through play! Let's reconnect this generation with previous generations of children's love for playing outside. This festival will be a huge block-party celebration of books and literacy with live music, activities, readings by local authors, book signings, community resources, and tons of games! Philadelphia Literacy Day is on September 9th, 2023 12 - 3pm at 1430 West Susquehanna Avenue in North Philadelphia. This event is sponsored

Free

journeying barefoot

Join barefoot bella of journeying barefoot for a six-week sound healing, nature meditation, and reflection series. We will gather weekly on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm. Please bring a towel, blanket, or mat to sit on as well as a journal/notebook for reflections. We’ll have extra yoga mats and journals to share too. These events will take place either out in the Garden or indoors, depending on the weather. We’ll meet at the Welcome Center before heading to the day’s location. All events will be rain or shine.   “at journeying barefoot we commune together with Black, Native, and Indigenous women and

Youth Bike Fridays

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Come by for free bike rentals, simple repairs, tips, and snacks! Please register in advance.    

Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

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This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: Ancestral Healing Practices with Medicinal Plants

Explore methods for preparing teas, massage oils, ointments, baths/soaks, steams, compresses, and plasters. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay, but the suggested sliding scale of $10-30 per class, or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. Make a donation here.

Honey Fest

Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

The Philadelphia Honey Festival returns to Bartram’s Garden with a day of bee-themed family fun. Join us and the Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild as we educate about and celebrate our busy, buzzing friends who make the world go ’round! Activities include:  Children’s activities such as story times, crafts, and parade: 11 am- 2 pm Open Hive demos in the Meadow: 11:30 am, 1:30 pm Honey extraction demos in the Coach House: 12:30pm Bee bearding demo with Don Shump: 2pm Local artisans, makers, community tabling and food for purchase in the Pavilion: 11am-3pm This event is FREE! No registration is required.  

Free Goat Walk at Laurel Hill West

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

Our free community goat walk series at Laurel Hill is back! We have upcoming dates that we’d love to see you at: Wed, Sept 20th at 5:30pm ( Laurel Hill West) Wed, Oct 4th at 5:30pm ( Laurel Hill West) : The walks start promptly at the start times : Walks will be rescheduled for the next day (Thursday) in the event of heavy rain. Check our social media for weather related changes. Meet the Goats at the the parking lot on the North Side of the Funeral Home to walk with the goats and learn about sustainability and Green

RESCHEDULED FROM 10/4 Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: Prevention & Treatment of Coldness and Epigenetic Pathologies

In this Zoom webinar, we will explore how behaviors and the environment affect how our genes work along with methods to restore balance. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay, but the suggested sliding scale of $10-30 per class, or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. Make a donation here.

Mindfulness in the Garden Fall Meditation Workshop: De-cluttering the Mind

Mindfully letting go of thought distortions. Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no prior registration and welcomes participants of all abilities! Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. We’ll have extra water and a limited supply of mats on hand as well. While the class begins at 3:15, participants are encouraged to gather and ground themselves in the space from 3-3:15pm. Classes will move to the

journeying barefoot

Join barefoot bella of journeying barefoot for a six-week sound healing, nature meditation, and reflection series. We will gather weekly on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm. Please bring a towel, blanket, or mat to sit on as well as a journal/notebook for reflections. We’ll have extra yoga mats and journals to share too. These events will take place either out in the Garden or indoors, depending on the weather. We’ll meet at the Welcome Center before heading to the day’s location. All events will be rain or shine.   “at journeying barefoot we commune together with Black, Native, and Indigenous women and

The Germantown Arts District September Block Party

5400 Germantown Ave 5400 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, United States

In celebration of Germantown by the people of Germantown, the Germantown Arts District invites the Germantown community and Philadelphia area to attend their first GAD Block Party on September 22, 2023, from 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. The Germantown Arts District Block Party aims to expand the visibility of the Germantown Arts District with creative activities and art exploration. The event will allow the GAD and Germantown community members to connect and get to know one another better. Live music and dance performances, food trucks, local vendors, artists & games will allow guests and Philadelphia neighbors to immerse themselves in

Free

Bike Tour of Bartram’s Mile with Urban Riding Basics

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Join us for a slow-paced ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail.  The ride will make a few stops, including a short info session about how to properly wear a helmet, use basic hand signals, and an overview of the trail. You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class. Various levels of experience are welcome on the tour and no one will be left behind, but participants should have some basic riding knowledge. For those with no biking experience who are seeking to learn how to ride, check out the Learn-to-Ride

Yom Kippur Bird Walk

The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia

Join local nature enthusiast Bernard “Billy” Brown on an afternoon bird walk through The Woodlands. This is the perfect activity to enjoy before breaking your Yom Kippur fast, or a great opportunity to enjoy nature on a Monday afternoon. Meet Billy at the cemetery gates, and bring your own binoculars if you have them. A limited supply from The Woodlands will be available for those who need them.

Meet Me On South Street Night Market

4th & South Streets 400 Block of South Street (along South Street between 4th and 5th Streets), Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet Me On South Street for our brand new series, the MMOSS Night Market! This market will be held every other Wednesday on rotating blocks of South Street, featuring a selection of food trucks, shopping vendors, and local creatives alongside South Street Headhouse District businesses. And did we mention that entry is 100% free?! ($____$). Please note that this is the last Night Market for the 2023 season.

Free

Youth Bike Fridays

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Come by for free bike rentals, simple repairs, tips, and snacks! Please register in advance.    

Event Series MQFactory Marketplace

MQFactory Marketplace

MQFactory - Ricky Codio Studio 126 Leverington Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia, PA – The MQFactory -Ricky Codio Studio, a dynamic and innovative creative space for photography, art, and events, is proud to announce the launch of the MQFactory Marketplace. This exciting monthly event is specifically designed to showcase and support local vendors and entrepreneurs in our vibrant community. Over the course of three months, July, August & September, the MQFactory Marketplace will bring together a diverse array of small businesses, creating a unique shopping experience filled with high-quality products and personalized services. With a strong emphasis on supporting local talent and fostering entrepreneurship, this marketplace promises to be a catalyst

Free

Open Bike Hub

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Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; as well as simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Please register in advance.  

Discovery Fest

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

Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic, Philadelphia Outward Bound School, and community partners in the celebration of the 5th Anniversary of The Discovery Center. Come enjoy scavenger hunts, challenge course elements, community resource tables, goats from the Philly Goat Project, and our freshwater mussel citizen science program. Some activities require advance registration. Admission and activities are free of charge! Don't miss it!

Free

Meadow Weaving with Enrica Ferrero

Swing by and check out our newly refurbished meadow loom! Our friend Enrica Fererro will be in the Meadow to guide you with gathering plants and interworking them into woven panels to be displayed. The meeting spot is in the Meadow between the Parking Loop and the Boathouse.  This outdoor event is subject to weather-related cancelations.    

Fall 2023 West Craft Fest

The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

West Craft Fest at The Woodlands Saturday, September 30, 2023 Rain Date: Sunday, October 1, 2023 West Craft Fest is open to all and free to attend. For over a decade, The Woodlands has served as the venue for the twice-annual West Craft Fest, featuring 130+ local makers, vendors, and performers. The Woodlands welcomes thousands of visitors through the historic gates at West Craft Fest. For many folks, it’s their first time visiting the cemetery. West Craft Fest requires ample staff time, resources, and wear and tear on the site. Whether you’re a long-time attendee or a first-time visitor, please

Event Series Sunday Funday at Awbury

Sunday Funday at Awbury

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

Sunday Fundays Free and family-friendly activities every first Sunday of the month.  See the goats and chickens, take wellness classes, go on farm tours, get your hands dirty in gardening workshops, and stop by Awbury’s Farm Market for fresh, local produce. The Farm is always free and open to walk and explore, but on Sunday afternoons we host special activities and Awbury staff and partner organizations at The Farm to welcome you. Concert and Barn Dance with Wissahickon Bridge! (a.k.a the Mohr Family Band) At 2:00 enjoy funny and uplifting songs for all ages, then at 2:30 it’s the Barn

Mindfulness in the Garden Fall Meditation Workshop: Internal Weather Check

Practice to check in with our emotional weather mindfully Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no prior registration and welcomes participants of all abilities! Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. We’ll have extra water and a limited supply of mats on hand as well. While the class begins at 3:15, participants are encouraged to gather and ground themselves in the space from 3-3:15pm. Classes will

Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

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This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

Indigenous People’s Day Celebration Volunteering

We are excited to build community at our Indigenous People’s Day Celebration. This free public event is held annually in remembrance of Indigenous resistance and annual celebration of the past, present, and future lives of Indigenous people. Support is needed to: Setup ( 9AM-12PM): Moving tables, putting up tents, directing traffic, general participant support Event facilitation ( 12PM-5PM): Directing traffic and guests, answering general accessibility questions Breakdown (5pM-7PM): Cleaning up litter, packing up tables and tents

Chestnut Hill presents the Fall for the Arts Festival

Chestnut Hill 8000-8600 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The 38th annual Fall for the Arts Festival returns to Chestnut Hill, transforming Germantown Avenue into an outdoor arts and craft marketplace. The popular family-friendly, pet-friendly event features live demonstrations, children's activities, live music, culinary delights, and boutique shopping. The streets between the 8000 and 8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic to provide ample space for visitors and vendors. An urban village, Chestnut Hill is well-known for its lush gardens and trees lining the cobblestone streets of Germantown Avenue, as well as architecture spanning three centuries. “The Fall for the Arts Festival” offers the perfect

Free

Indigenous People’s Day Celebration

Come out for dance performances, live music and lectures, vendors, family activities, and more!   Sponsors & Partners John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum Clean Water Action Alliance for Watershed Education, as part of their River Day’s 2023 Programming Gente De Tierra Ollin Yolitzli Calmecac Native Nations Dance Theater Claymobile Masa Cooperativa Do Centro De Mae Terra Grey Cloud Singers

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 7 and October 26, 2023.   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

SWWAG Workshop: Seed Keeping

Sankofa Community Farm

Learn the difference between seed saving and seed keeping. The story is in the seed! This beginner-level workshop is led by Chris Bolden-Newsome and Owen Taylor from Truelove Seeds.   Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Bok Open Studios

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

BOK OPEN STUDIOS - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2023 FROM 6-9PM Come explore the Bok building and meet the 200+ businesses that call Bok home (PHILADELPHIA) — Don’t miss a favorite bi-annual Philly happening, Open Studios, returning this fall on Friday, October 13th from 6-9PM. During this free, family-friendly event, you’re invited to explore all 9 floors of the building and meet the Bok community! This past spring was the biggest Open Studios turnout yet, with nearly 100 studios visited by over 4,000 guests! This fall, there are more makers and creatives to see than ever. Open Studios brings you directly

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Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: New Moon Healing Circle-Indigenous Healing Practices & Holistic Therapies

We will gather in conversation to share healing traditions and plant knowledge. We’ll also touch on womb health and hip opening.  You are not required, but are welcome to bring something you’d like to share with the group as well as an offering for the ancestors of the forest. This can be tea, juice, fruit, a song, or something else you’d like to share. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay, but the suggested sliding scale of $10-30 per class, or $2 for Southwest residents

Meadow Weaving with Enrica Ferrero

Swing by and check out our newly refurbished meadow loom! Our friend Enrica Fererro will be in the Meadow to guide you with gathering plants and interworking them into woven panels to be displayed. The meeting spot is in the Meadow between the Parking Loop and the Boathouse.  This outdoor event is subject to weather-related cancelations.    

Community Print Pop-Up featuring Scott Holford of Golden Key Prints

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

Please join us on the East Lawn at Park Towne Place from 1 - 4 PM on Saturday, October 14th, for a Community Print Day featuring Scott Holford of Golden Key Prints! Learn to use silkscreens on paper as well as clothing and accessories! Participants can choose among original designs by Scott Holford to print themselves and take home to keep or share as a gift with friends and family. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own shirt, tote bag, or other clean fabric surface to print an original custom design made just for this event! This event is

Free

SWWAG Workshop: Food Fermentation

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

Learn about food fermentation and preservation methods, how to make kimchi at home, and the cultural significance of fermentation. This beginner-level workshop will be held at our annual Harvest Fest down at Sankofa Community Farm. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Sankofa Harvest Fest

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 and dance, wellness workshops, and seasonal plantings.

SWWAG Workshop: Potted Perennial Fruits and Herbs

Sankofa Community Farm

Pots and containers can be a simple way to increase our growing space. For many of us in urban spaces, growing perennial plants in pots can provide a source of fresh culinary essentials in small outdoor spaces. They add beauty and life to the spaces we spend our time. We’ll discuss plant selections, soil mixes, maintenance, and seasonal care for potted perennial fruits and herbs. Led by Corrie and Caro from the Philly Orchard Project. (beginner-level), as part of our annual HarvestFest programming. We hope you’ll stay for the rest of the free festivities. Click here to see more upcoming

Mindfulness in the Garden Fall Meditation Workshop: Thankful for Me

Extending gratitude to our own selves Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no prior registration and welcomes participants of all abilities! Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. We’ll have extra water and a limited supply of mats on hand as well. While the class begins at 3:15, participants are encouraged to gather and ground themselves in the space from 3-3:15pm. Classes will move to the

RESCHEDULED FROM 9/14 journeying barefoot

Join barefoot bella of journeying barefoot for a six-week sound healing, nature meditation, and reflection series. We will gather weekly on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm. Please bring a towel, blanket, or mat to sit on as well as a journal/notebook for reflections. We’ll have extra yoga mats and journals to share too. These events will take place either out in the Garden or indoors, depending on the weather. We’ll meet at the Welcome Center before heading to the day’s location. All events will be rain or shine.   “at journeying barefoot we commune together with Black, Native, and Indigenous women and

The Wissahickon as a Watershed: The Anatomy of a Vital Waterway with Stan Kozakowski, Debbie Hoellein & Jim McClory

Northwestern Avenue Kiosk

Northwestern Avenue Kiosk Join Debbie, Jim, and Stan on a 2 1/2 mile exploration of the anatomy of one of the Philadelphia Region’s vital waterways. We will see why the flow of the Wissahickon is unlike almost all other waterways in the Northeastern US; understand the different parts of a stream or river, including where different insects and fish might be found and why; and what you can do to help conserve this regional treasure. And we will even show you where people bring their love letters to the Wissahickon. Participants are welcome to bring letters, poems, pictures, and other

Meadow Weaving with Enrica Ferrero

Swing by and check out our newly refurbished meadow loom! Our friend Enrica Fererro will be in the Meadow to guide you with gathering plants and interworking them into woven panels to be displayed. The meeting spot is in the Meadow between the Parking Loop and the Boathouse.  This outdoor event is subject to weather-related cancelations.    

WeWalk PHL Saturday 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! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Saturday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 3pm between September 2 and October 28, 2023.   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

Ghosts in the Garden

This event is specifically for the families of Bartram Village and the surrounding Southwest Philadelphia. If you are not a resident of this neighborhood, please help us ensure that we have enough candy for the children of our community by choosing a different Halloween event for your family! Late October has long been a time of not only all things spooky, but also honoring loved ones who have passed on in many cultural traditions. Come to the Garden for music, dancing and stilts, goodies, storytime, and crafts, as well as an ancestral veneration aspect. Costumes not necessary but highly encouraged!

Youth Bike Fridays

Bike Container

Come by for free bike rentals, simple repairs, tips, and snacks! Please register in advance.    

Bike Tour of Bartram’s Mile with Urban Riding Basics

Bike Container

Join us for a slow-paced ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail.  The ride will make a few stops, including a short info session about how to properly wear a helmet, use basic hand signals, and an overview of the trail. You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class. Various levels of experience are welcome on the tour and no one will be left behind, but participants should have some basic riding knowledge. For those with no biking experience who are seeking to learn how to ride, check out the Learn-to-Ride

Reclaiming Our Vote – The Stakes of the 2023 Municipal Election

Online event

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

Free

Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

Bike Container

This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Harvest Festival

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

November 4th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Harvest Festival For a colonial farm family like the Wentzes, the fall harvest was the most important time of the year. Join us as we prepare for the cold 18th century winter during our Harvest Festival! Watch demonstrations of traditional farming practices like cider pressing, corn shelling, and cultivating a field. Visit our group of talented craftspeople from basket makers to tape weavers to woodworkers and more. Step into the shoes of a colonial farmer with a variety of hands-on activities. Featuring a special magic show from The Colonial Conjurer. It’s fall

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Hybrid Valley Talk: Climate Change in our Watersheds with Marc Peipoch

Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, United States

In-person event hosted at the Valley Green Inn River watersheds, like the Wissahickon, are particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Join FOW and Marc Peipoch as he discusses the implications of climate change on our watershed and what we can do in the meantime. Streams and rivers drain the land we inhabit and collect everything that occurs on it, including the developing impacts of climate change. Change is a natural feature of river ecosystems, but global warming is accelerating these changes and aquatic communities may not be able to keep up with this new pace. What can we

We Come from Mermaids I: African Diaspora and Water (Classroom)

Bartram’s Garden Barn

Led by Chandrika Francis of Oshun Swim School. Bartram’s Garden is partnering with Oshun Swim School this fall to offer a series of swimming and water-related workshops for Southwest Philadelphia residents. This classroom-based workshop is an invitation to immerse yourself in the rich history of the African Diaspora and water!  Learn more about the ways our ancestors engaged with water for resistance and joy during slavery times and during the Middle Passage, as well as the multitude of rich aquatic traditions in pre-European Atlantic African cultures. Through games, conversation, readings, lectures, and meditation, we will tap into the joy, liberation,

Impermanence: The Ever-Changing Wissahickon and the Universe with Stan Kozakowski & Michael Bridges

Historic Rittenhouse Town 207 Lincoln Drive, The Homestead, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet at Historic Rittenhouse Town Kiosk “Thanks to impermanence, everything is possible” – Thich Nhat Hanh “Contemplating impermanence helps us to touch freedom and happiness in the present moment.” – Hanh The Wissahickon is ever-changing. Fallen leaves give way to beautiful vistas. Mountain ranges erode into gorges and valleys with running water. Eroded stone becomes beautiful Wissahickon gems. Walk with us as we explore the peaceful Wissahickon Valley as fall gives way toward winter. Together we will contemplate and explore the meaning and impact of impermanence the physical, biological, emotional, and spiritual world in the park, in our lives, and

Love Your Park Day at Connell Park

Connell Park 6401 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Join the Friends of Connell Park, the Southwest Tree Coalition, and TreePhilly for a fall clean-up and planting of Connell Park in Southwest Philadelphia.

Grief Walk in Nature with Philly Goat Project – Naila Francis

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

Loss around the holidays? You are not alone. Please join us at the farm for a Nature Walk with Grief Coach Naila Francis from This Hallowed Wilderness to discuss navigating the various ways we hold grief and loss in our lives. FREE, come as you are, no registration needed. All ages are welcome. Text or call us with any questions: 215-703-8057. Our program will be begin at 12pm at the Barn and include optional goat walks, discussion and reflection.  We start right on time, check this website and our social media for weather related changes. RAIN DATE is Sunday, November 19th from 12-2pm.

Karin Larsson Free Family Day!

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

Join us for a free family day at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Try out different crafts like weaving, clothing design, and furniture making through fun activities in our galleries. Explore impressive tapestries, art, and furniture in the new Karin Larsson exhibit, and watch demonstrations from master craftspeople.

Free

Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: Words From Traveling Plants Healing Talk Circle (Virtual)

Join this virtual community plant discussion with participants from Brazil and across the US. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay, but the suggested sliding scale of $10-30 per class, or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. Make a donation here.

We Hold These Truths: A WHYY Community Screening & Talkback

The new PBS documentary We Hold These Truths explores the influence of America’s Declaration of Independence. This one document inspired over 100 nations around the world to seek their own independence. Join  WHYY News’ Community & Engagement team, N.I.C.E. (News & Information Community Exchange) partner FunTimes Magazine, community partner Africom, and Bartram’s Garden for a screening and community discussion with residents who have immigrated to the U.S. from African and Caribbean countries about their lived experiences, their search for freedom, and whether the founding fathers’ ideals have been actualized.

Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

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This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

Family-Friendly Mindful Hike with FOW and Hike+Heal

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

November 19 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Meet at Houston Playground We’ve learned so much from our Wellness Consultant, Brandi Aulston, especially that healing and wellness aren’t linear; it’s a continued investment in ourselves. We’re happy to invite you to a family-friendly hike led by Brandi, the founder of Hike+Healwhere families can focus on their wellness. This hike is a great chance to connect with the outdoors and your community. All are welcome! Together, we’ll engage in interactive exercises, reflect, and practice mindfulness as we experience the beauty of the Wissahickon in crisp fall weather. We’ll begin at Houston

We Come From Mermaids II: African Diaspora and Water (Pool Workshop)

FITNESS ALIVE CENTER CITY 1425 Arch Street B level, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Led by Chandrika Francis of Oshun Swim School. Bartram’s Garden is partnering with Oshun Swim School this fall to offer a series of workshops related to swimming and water, for Southwest Philadelphia residents. Who this workshop is for: members of the African diaspora (Complete beginner to intermediate adults, 13+ youth welcome to join with an adult. Please register separately). Join us for an embodied journey into African diasporic aquatic traditions!  Gain swim skills while learning more about the ways our ancestors engaged with water for resistance and joy during slavery times and the middle passage, and the multitude of rich aquatic

Bike Tour of Bartram’s Mile with Urban Riding Basics

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Join us for a slow-paced ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail.  The ride will make a few stops, including a short info session about how to properly wear a helmet, use basic hand signals, and an overview of the trail. You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class. Various levels of experience are welcome on the tour and no one will be left behind, but participants should have some basic riding knowledge. For those with no biking experience who are seeking to learn how to ride, check out the Learn-to-Ride

Lenape History Talk and Walk, Free Event

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

FREE event-join the Philly Goats at Awbury and learn about the history of the original peoples of the land. Meet the Philly Goats and walk with us through the farm and arboretum as we learn about the culture and history of the Lenape nation in our area. RAIN DATE is 11/26.

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

Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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

Free

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

Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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

Free

Green City Teachers

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

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

Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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

Free

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

Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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

Free

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

Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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

Free

Botanical Arts Program: Putting the FUN in Fundamentals

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

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

Lucia & Outdoor Christmas Market

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

Don’t miss this unique magical holiday experience! The outdoor Christmas Market includes your favorite holiday deli items, Christmas decorations and gifts, and SWEA bakery treats. The Swedish Christmas Café will sell holiday foods and sweets for refreshment. Enjoy daily Lucia processions and live music holiday music by the Last Chance duo throughout the day. The Market will take place in our heated tent outside, and Lucia performances will be in the Grand Hall. Shoppers can enjoy the day, rain or shine!

$5

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, and will feature Do your holiday gift shopping at our local artisan and vendor marketplace, and then bring them over to the gift-wrapping station Roast some s’mores and snacks by the warmth of the firepit Bake and bring your best to a little friendly competition with your neighbors in our pie-baking contest Do some seasonal DIY with our holiday card-making and wreath-making station Make some warm drinks worthy of a cozy

The Resource Exchange reFlea Vendor Market

The Resource Exchange 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Resource Exchange's reFlea is a vendor market for local remakers, vintage & secondhand refurbishers, upcyclers and DIY creatives. So if you are interested in sustainability, creative reuse, and contributing to Philly’s circular economy, then reFlea may be the perfect event for you! reFlea Vendor Market Saturday, December 2nd 12pm-5pm, Rain or Shine FREE! The Resource Exchange at 1800 N American St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 in Kensington (just a few blocks from the MFL Berks Station) - VENDOR INFORMATION - Are you an artist? A maker? A DIY extraordinaire? A purveyor of sustainable goods? Do you reuse the disused, or

Free

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

Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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

Free

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

Holy Family University Art Gallery Education and Technology Center (first floor) 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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

Free

Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: Words From Traveling Plants Healing Talk Circle

We will gather in conversation to share healing traditions and plant knowledge. You are not required, but are welcome to bring something you’d like to share with the group as well as an offering for the ancestors of the forest. This can be tea, juice, fruit, a song, or something else you’d like to share. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay, but the suggested sliding scale of $10-30 per class, or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. Make a donation here.

5th Annual Fishtown Freeze Weekend – December 9 & 10

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Now entering its 5th year, Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District and Fishtown Co are excited to announce the expansion of our annual Fishtown Freeze ice sculpture event into a weekend long family-friendly extravaganza that brings dozens of custom-designed ice sculptures, holiday shopping spree discounts at over 20 participating area retailers, and more to the streets of Fishtown! Highlights include interactive live ice sculpture carvings throughout the day on December 9, holiday shopping at the area’s independent boutiques, photos with Santa at Frankford Hall, food and drink specials at all your favorite restaurants, and even more holiday fun! More info:

Free

Design a Doodad #002: Beer Can Label Design Workshop

Triple Bottom Brewing 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

$45

Holidays in the Park: Celebrate America Family Weekend!

Lemon Hill 3298 Sedgley Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a series of family-friendly holiday activities at Lemon Hill Mansion! DATE Sunday, December 17, 2023 TIME 10:00am - 4:00pm LOCATION Lemon Hill Mansion Lemon Hill Drive Philadelphia, PA 19130 Fairmount Park Conservancy is excited to welcome the public to Lemon Hill Mansion in East Fairmount Park from 10:00 AM–4:00 PM on select dates in December for one of the most beloved traditions – decorating for the holidays! After undergoing an extensive three-year renovation led by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, Lemon Hill Mansion will honor Philadelphia’s diversity and celebrate its reopening by literally inviting the world through its doors.

Reindeer Romp with Ted Apple & Eric Dahlberg

Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, United States

Meet at the Valley Green Inn A walk in the woods on Christmas Morning. Enjoy the beautiful views from the trails and get some exercise. This will be a moderate hike of around 4 miles on the Wissahickon Park’s trails. Children 12 and over and well behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. Winter in the park provides great views and a different experience that walking in the park during the spring, summer, and early fall. We will start at the Valley Green Inn. Distance: ~3.5 miles Level: Moderate (some inclines and declines, uneven surfaces) Registration is required for all hikes

Step into the New Year with Ted Apple & Eric Dahlberg

Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, United States

Meet at Valley Green Inn A moderate hike to get the new year off to a great start. We will walk on trails with views of the Wissahickon Creek not possible during the spring, summer and early fall. Children 12 and over and well behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. We will cover around four miles getting the new year off to a great start. Distance: ~3.5 miles Level: Moderate (some inclines and declines, uneven surfaces) Registration is required for all hikes so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations. We ask all event attendees to

Cobbs Creek Park Cleanup with the Philadelphia Mycology Club

Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Avenue Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for some community oriented land stewardship in Cobbs Creek Park! Meet in the parking lot at Thomas Ave along Cobbs Creek Parkway at 2pm. We will provide everything you need. Everyone is invited! For questions, you can reach out to us at info@phillymycoclub.com. Join us on the first Sunday of every month at the same time and location for our community volunteer event!

WinTOUR Scavenger Hunt: Week 2

Lower Park West (Below Montgomery Avenue)

Grab your warmest winter clothes and your sense of adventure for the return of our popular WinTOUR Scavenger Hunt! DATE Monday, February 5, 2024 - Sunday, February 11, 2024 TIME 12:00am - 11:59pm Fairmount Park Conservancy is excited to announce the start of a shortened version of our popular self-guided WinTOUR Scavenger Hunt, running from January 29–February 25. This FREE, all-ages scavenger hunt encourages exploration of Fairmount Park even during the coldest months. The shortened 4-week version of the scavenger hunt begins on Monday, January 29 and ends on Sunday, February 25, focusing on different geographic areas of the park

Weathering the Winter

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

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

Free

Philly Goat Project All Abilities Ramble

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

Time & Location Feb 10, 2024, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, USA About the event This event is FREE and open to the public, however, it is specifically geared towards people living with disablities.  Visit the farm, hang out with the goats and chickens, and enjoy the great outdoors, roast marshmallows at the firepit and run around in Philly's favorite backyard! ADA accessible bathroom available. RSVP required to let us know how we can prepare for your visit. kelly@phillygoatproject.org or text: 215-703-8057

Ravel by Krista Dedrick-Lai – Opening Reception

Chimaera Gallery 3502 Scotts Lane #2113, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A solo exhibition by Philadelphia-based artist Krista Dedrick-Lai. February 10 – March 23, 2024 Ravel is an interesting word. A contranym. It can be both a noun and a verb. It can mean both tangle and untangle. And isn’t that how life can be sometimes? We find ourselves in a great big mess. And the more we try to tease the mess apart and get everything back in order, the more jumbled it becomes. In the end there is no reweaving the unraveled tapestry, not really. There is simply taking the threads you have at your feet and starting again.

Free

Now + Then Marketplace Make Love Market Extravaganza

Love Park Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

It's almost that time of year again, our annual Make Love Market is back, with an extra special spin to it 💞 Our curated market for lovers will take place at Philly's epicenter of affection, LOVE PARK as part of a FULL DAY EXTRAVAGANZA featuring... 💝 noon - 5pm: 18 local vendors selling gifts with your lover in mind 🎹 5pm - 6pm: a live musical performance aka serenade from Philly's own Suzanne Sheer 💞 6pm - 8pm: Speed Dating for Philly singles inside the spaceship building at Love Park from 🎟️Grab a $25 ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/789479122307?aff=oddtdtcreator 💐 in the

Free

College Money Workshop

Online event

High school seniors and their caregivers who reside in North Philadelphia are invited to take part in the upcoming free College Money Workshop featuring Dana Martin from Get My Kid To College. Participants will learn about scholarships, the new FAFSA, and important considerations before selecting a school. There will also be opportunities to ask any college prep related questions that families may have. Virtual Zoom workshop. Register today at linktr.ee/bluesbabefdn

Free

Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead

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

Saturday, February 24th and Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead Join our farmers as they create maple sugar from trees right here at the Farmstead! Watch as they tap the trees, collect the sap, and create the syrup. Learn about the Indigenous origins of maple sugaring and how the process has continued through to today. Once your mouth starts watering, stop by Philly Waffle Cabin's food truck and enjoy one of their delicious Belgian waffles! This program is weather dependent, if the temperature isn’t just right the sap may not flow!

Free

“Space Race” Documentary Showing

Bartram’s Garden Barn

In 1961, U.S. President John F. Kennedy selected a young test pilot named Edward Joseph “Ed” Dwight Jr. to become the first African American astronaut. While Ed was ultimately not selected by NASA, his cultural impact paved the way for those that followed. In honor of World Space Week, we’re celebrating his legacy. Join us and the Black Science Coalition and Institute for a free public showing of the documentary The Space Race. Coming this February to Disney Plus from National Geographic Documentaries, The Space Race takes a new look at the Space Age through the untold stories of Black

FRIEDAcommunity Participatory Art Project- POMBAA

FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

FRIEDA and FRIEDAcommunity offer a welcoming space to people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds brought together around a curated program of activities and events focused on food, art and culture. Our large-scale participatory art projects are opportunities for everyone to collaborate on installations that bring joy and wow to community members and visitors alike! Join us for the reveal of Pombaa on March 1, 2024 at 6:00 pm. For almost two years, young and old, visitors, guests and members, gathered around our community table, volunteering their time to make hundreds of pom poms from plastic shopping bags that

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Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead

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

Saturday, February 24th and Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead Join our farmers as they create maple sugar from trees right here at the Farmstead! Watch as they tap the trees, collect the sap, and create the syrup. Learn about the Indigenous origins of maple sugaring and how the process has continued through to today. Once your mouth starts watering, stop by Philly Waffle Cabin's food truck and enjoy one of their delicious Belgian waffles! This program is weather dependent, if the temperature isn’t just right the sap may not flow!

Free

Gregory Blue and the Landscapes of Stroud Preserve

Studio Incamminati 1901 S 9th Street; 7th Floor, Philadelphia, United States

Studio Incamminati and Natural Lands invite you to an exciting exhibit of original art: Gregory Blue and the Landscapes of Stroud Preserve. This special evening celebration will mark the commencement of the dazzling exhibit, which features 40+ works, large and small, inspired by Natural Lands’ Stroud Preserve and created by artist Gregory Blue over the last several years. Studio Incamminati, which will host the exhibit, has been at the forefront of the contemporary realist art movement for two decades. Founded by Nelson and Leona Shanks, it is now recognized internationally for its rigorous curriculum, accomplished instructors, and diverse outreach efforts.

free

Now + Then Marketplace Pure Gold Market

2300 S Swanson St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Now + Then Marketplace makes its South Philly debut at 2300 Arena this St. Patrick’s Day weekend with over 60 local vendors inside & out including food & alcoholic beverages from Bar 2300 Following our first large market of the season is a FREE Live musical showcase curated by local musical group Blck Teeth 7:00 pm - Dream by Dream 7:30pm - Joshua Mitchell 8:00pm - Blck Teeth w/ guest performers 9:00pm - Zach Atom b2b Billy Bevevino 10:00pm - Explotits 10:30pm- Blck Teeth

Free

To Sit and Dream

Timdley Temple UMC 750-62 S Broad St, Philadelphia, United States

The Opera Philadelphia Chorus, in partnership with Wharton-Wesley Faith Ensemble and Philadelphia soprano Karen Slack, performs a concert of music by Black composers centered on four choral settings of the poetry of Harlem Renaissance icon Langston Hughes. The 90-minute concert is conducted by Opera Philadelphia’s Elizabeth Braden and Theodore Thomas, Jr., Director of the Wharton-Wesley Faith Ensemble and Minister of Music at Tindley Temple, and includes compositions by Roland Carter, Christopher H. Harris, Undine Smith Moore, Rosephanye Powell, Florence Price, Michael Reid, André J. Thomas, and Nolan J. Williams, Jr. Tickets are free or pay-what-you-decide. Runtime is approximately 90 minutes

Free and pay-what-you-decide

SWWAG Workshop: DIY Seeding and Greenhouse Basics

Sankofa Community Farm

Learn how to start seeds in small spaces or container gardens with what you have at home. We will cover what tools and materials are needed for seed starting and how to care for seedlings. Led by Sybria Deveaux (beginner-level workshop)