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Second Thursday Gallery Nights at The Clay Studio – Resident Artist Exhibitions Closing

The Clay Studio 1425 N American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Second Thursday of the month, The Clay Studio joins Crane Arts and NextFab in Second Thursday Gallery Nights, where galleries along the North American Street Arts Corridor are open late to highlight the neighborhood’s creative community. At The Clay Studio, visitors can take a guided tour of the latest exhibition and participate in a free art-making activity. On September 14, The Clay Studio celebrates the solo exhibitions of Resident Artists Ruth Easterbrook, Chris M. Rodgers, and Stephanie Kantor. During this special event, guests will have the opportunity to join some of the artists on a tour of the three

Free

Moonlight Mindfulness

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

Led by Sara Trohaugh, Longtime Yoga Instructor, Therapeutic Massage Practitioner, and Tree Hugger Mindfulness meditation is a form of meditation designed to develop the skills of deep listening to our inner and outer experiences with acceptance, patience, and compassion. Join us for a unique opportunity to practice walking mindfulness meditation in the light of September’s Harvest Moon. In the beautiful setting of the Morris, this class will guide us to use mindfulness meditation practices to enjoy our moonlit surroundings and be fully present with ourselves while we stroll through as the sun sets, the moon rises, and the day turns

$30 – $35

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

Park Towne Place The Great Lawn, 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

Holistic Health & Healing Expo 2023

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

Join Us For the Holistic Health & Healing Expo We are the go-to resource for natural wellness, organic food, healthy pets, spirituality, sustainability, and green living in South Jersey and Philadelphia’s Mainline. We created The Holistic Health & Healing Expo as an opportunity to bring the community together by connecting, educating, and inspiring our attendees. The Holistic Health & Healing Expo will offer attendees a chance to learn about: Alternative healing Chiropractic medicine Electric automobiles Green Living Handmade products: lotions, candles and personal care products Healthy Kids Holistic coaching Holistic practitioners Homeopathy Integrative medicine Intentional Jewelry and Crystals Intuitive readings

Free

Global Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference: Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and Resilience

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The challenges of climate change and resource shortages require innovative approaches to advance resiliency and mitigation in WaSH (water, sanitation, and hygiene). This 1-day conference will address the urgent need for new technologies and new data analytics in water management throughout the world in order to adapt to the future realities of more extreme weather patterns and events, sea-level rising, glacier melting and drought. Innovative thinking is needed. Successful implementation of new and modern (water) management tools will be highlighted; innovative approaches for community involvement and commercial buy-in will be debated; and practical solutions as brokered by governing bodies, market

Future Food Right Now

Cyto Cira Center 2929 Arch Street, Philadelphia, United States

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Macrobiotic Global Institute, The Agrarian Group, and Student Farmers Corp. Presents “We have to make sure that organic products are more readily available to all Pennsylvanians, not just some. We need to make sure that we're sensitive to pricing and we need to make sure that folks understand this is not a niche market, this is the​ market." - Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaking at Rodale Institute on July 21, 2023. Devon, Pennsylvania – Macrobiotic Global Institute (MGI), The Agrarian Group (TAG), and Student Farmers Corp. (SFC) are hosting the first annual FUTURE FOOD Right Now conference

Free

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

Family-Friendly Mindful Hike with FOW and Hike+Heal

Houston Playground 900 Grakyn Ln, 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

dtXfy One Year Anniversary Celebration

dtXfy 4328 Main St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Manayunk’s sole renewal studio, dtXfy, is celebrating its anniversary after a successful first year in business. Founder Denise Lehmann and the rest of the dtXfy team will be hosting a weekend-long celebration at The Manayunk studio located at 4328 Main St, Philadelphia, PA 19127. Friday, December 1, 2023 at 4 p.m: local eats, conscious cocktails from Gem Life + Bar, and an opportunity for guests to try out dtXfy services for free. Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Aura photography & readings with Inner Light Aura Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 6 p.m. - Breathwork

Wild Plant Culture (Online)

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

Native edible and medicinal plant species can be integrated into gardens and ecological restoration projects to create habitats that support (and include) humans as part of local ecosystems. We’ll consider stewarding edible and medicinal plant species in native habitats such as riparian corridors and glades and discuss how a habitat-based approach translates to yards, parks, and farms. We’ll explore the prospect of changing our foodways to patterns that favor native diversity, rewarding restoration and stewardship. This program takes place online on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. About the Instructor: Field botanist, native plant grower, and restoration practitioner Jared Rosenbaum, author of

$25

Heyday Skincare Black History Month Pop-Up Event

Heyday Skincare Rittenhouse 1735 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, Philadelphia, United States

Heyday Rittenhouse is combining self-care and cultural celebration this February to honor Black History Month with several pop-up events that will partner with local Black-owned businesses to foster a space for diversity and economic empowerment. Stoop + Stank is just one of the amazing Black-owned businesses in Philadelphia. Heyday Skincare is proud to host them at their Rittenhouse location for a day of self-care and shopping. Heyday hopes that by recognizing these entrepreneurs and their businesses, they can create a space where individuals from all backgrounds can come together to celebrate unity, self-love, and appreciation for the beauty of every

pay per service

2024 Philly Bike Expo

Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Mark your calendars for March 16th & 17th. That’s right, the Philly Bike Expo has moved to Spring! The Philly Bike Expo celebrates the bicycle like no one else. Now in its 13th year, the Expo offers inspiration, information, and entertainment to cycling aficionados and novices alike. Held at the PA Convention Center, the Expo features exhibits by artisans and manufacturers from around the country and the world, demos, workshops, seminars and kids activities that include a spacious indoor test-ride area. Rides, food, and parties round out the fun-filled weekend. Tickets are on sale now for this“don’t miss” event at

$20

Yoga (Day 1)

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

Enjoy after-hours access to Mt. Cuba’s serene gardens. Increase range of motion, core body strength, and flexibility through the practice of yoga in a lovely setting. Focus on stretching techniques that safely promote proper spinal position, balance, and joint health. No experience is necessary. Bring a yoga mat, and towel, and wear comfortable clothing. (Teen friendly; minors must be accompanied by an enrolled adult.) This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center at 6 PM on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. About the Instructor: Melissa Stanley has been a yoga instructor for children and adults since 2015. Melissa teaches

$19

Yoga (Day 2)

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

Enjoy after-hours access to Mt. Cuba’s serene gardens. Increase range of motion, core body strength, and flexibility through the practice of yoga in a lovely setting. Focus on stretching techniques that safely promote proper spinal position, balance, and joint health. No experience is necessary. Bring a yoga mat, and towel, and wear comfortable clothing. (Teen friendly; minors must be accompanied by an enrolled adult.) This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center at 6 PM on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. About the Instructor: Melissa Stanley has been a yoga instructor for children and adults since 2015. Melissa teaches

$19

Yoga (Day 3)

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

Enjoy after-hours access to Mt. Cuba’s serene gardens. Increase range of motion, core body strength, and flexibility through the practice of yoga in a lovely setting. Focus on stretching techniques that safely promote proper spinal position, balance, and joint health. No experience is necessary. Bring a yoga mat, and towel, and wear comfortable clothing. (Teen friendly; minors must be accompanied by an enrolled adult.) This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center at 6 PM on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. About the Instructor: Melissa Stanley has been a yoga instructor for children and adults since 2015. Melissa teaches

$19

Sandy Sprint 5K Run/Walk

Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation (SROCF) on Saturday April 27 for a day of action hope and connection as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Sandy Sprint Philadelphia 5K Run/Walk at the Philadelphia Museum of Art! It will include the 5K run/walk a survivor ceremony live performances and much more. The National Anthem will be performed by Suzann Christine and the Philadelphia Boys Choir will be performing “‘I’ll Be There” by The Jackson Five. The funds raised at the 5K will go to advance ovarian cancer research and further the SROCF mission. Registration fees are $40 for

$30 – $40

Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature

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

This tour introduces concepts surrounding the value of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Explore the gardens and discuss the evolutionary and environmental phenomena behind concepts like forest bathing, mindfulness, stress recovery, and the biophilia hypothesis. Learn how elements of landscape design shape our emotional and behavioral experiences in nature. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

$7

Ornitherapy: For Your Mind, Body, and Soul

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

Finding balance in our busy and pressured lives can be challenging, but if we allow an appreciation of birds and nature to slow us down we improve our overall well-being. Research shows that exposure to nature actively reduces stress, depression, and anxiety, while helping build a stronger heart and immune system. Birds are gateways into deeper experiences with nature, magnifying these benefits. Through the mindful observations of birds and their habitats, we learn not only about them, but about ourselves. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 27, 2024. About the Instructor: Holly is

$29

Yoga (Day 4)

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

Enjoy after-hours access to Mt. Cuba’s serene gardens. Increase range of motion, core body strength, and flexibility through the practice of yoga in a lovely setting. Focus on stretching techniques that safely promote proper spinal position, balance, and joint health. No experience is necessary. Bring a yoga mat, and towel, and wear comfortable clothing. (Teen friendly; minors must be accompanied by an enrolled adult.) This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center at 6 PM on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. About the Instructor: Melissa Stanley has been a yoga instructor for children and adults since 2015. Melissa teaches

$19

Birding Under the Influence: Cycling Across America in Search of Birds and Recovery

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

Join us for a riveting evening with Dorian Anderson to learn about his exciting yearlong adventure as he took a two-wheeled eco-friendly twist on the Big Year project, where a birdwatcher tries to observe as many species as possible during a calendar year. He ultimately survived subzero temperatures, drifting snow, gusting winds, lightning storms, mountainous ascents, dog attacks, crumbling roads, and several accidents. By the end of his travels, he had spotted 618 bird species across 18,000 miles of biking! Anderson will speak about the genesis of his bike-birding project, provide a thrilling recount of his travels, highlight the birds

Free

Mindful Birding @UPENN Morris Arboretum

In Mindful Birding we will combine observing birds with mindfulness techniques, creating a heightened awareness of both ourselves and the world around us. Through guided instruction, we’ll practice simple mindfulness exercises to engage our sensory awareness while intentionally tuning into the abundant birds surrounding us on this autumn day in the Morris Arboretum & Gardens Natural Lands area. This class will provide a reprieve from life’s stressors and pressures, stimulate your overall well-being, sharpen and enhance your identification skills, and more. We will slow down and notice the world around us, using the birds as our guides! Participants will be

$40
Event Series Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature

Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature

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

This tour introduces concepts surrounding the value of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Explore the gardens and discuss the evolutionary and environmental phenomena behind concepts like forest bathing, mindfulness, stress recovery, and the biophilia hypothesis. Learn how elements of landscape design shape our emotional and behavioral experiences in nature. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

$7

WALK THE CITY’S EDGE: CHERRY STREET PIER TOWARDS GRAFFITI PIER

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Studio 16, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join artist & Walk Around Philadelphia organizer JJ Tiziou to walk a short segment of the city’s perimeter from Cherry Street Pier past Penn Treaty Park and towards Graffiti Pier. This is a 2-3 hour / 5-6 mile out & back experience and will proceed in any weather. After the walk we can continue the conversation at Cherry Street Pier’s beer garden if you’d like! Learn more & RSVP at http://www.WalkAroundPhiladelphia.org

Free

Green Burial: Sustainability After Life

Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

Have you considered sustainability after life? Join us to explore an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial. Hear from Emily Maroni, the Friends of Green Burial PA; Laurel Hill's senior horticulturist, Gregg Tepper; and Tom Cavanaugh, Laurel Hill; to learn about sustainable burial practices and how the green burial areas are nurtured as local habitats, benefiting ecosystems and the community. Tour Bala Green's native plants and take home one for your own garden! for an enlightening panel discussion and guided tour, where experts will discuss sustainable burial practices and how these sites can benefit local ecosystems and the community. Schedule of

$10 – $15

Neighborhood Family Garden Meet and Greet

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

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

Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132

Yoga at the Schuylkill Center: Growing Roots

This summer, step into the serenity of nature and rejuvenate your mind and body with outdoor yoga at the Schuylkill Center. This six-week beginner friendly series is an opportunity to breathe in fresh air, stretch in the sunshine, and let go of stress in a serene outdoor setting. Attend for one class or sign up for the entire six-week series to receive a discount! About your instructor:  Following a brief career as a violinist, ended and reevaluated after a several year struggle with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Noah Julian began a lifelong wholistic approach to personal health and wellness. His education and

Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132
Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132

Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132
Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132
Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132
Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132
Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132

A New World of Peace Concert

Church of Holy Trinity 1920 Walnut Ave 1920 Walnut Ave, Philadelphia, United States

This free concert presents the powerful, meditative music and poetry of Indian composer and spiritual teacher Sri Chinmoy, artfully arranged and conducted by British musician Sahadeva Torpy and performed by an international ensemble of musicians and singers. The concert is offered to celebrate hope, harmony and the interconnectedness of all life, transcending the boundaries of politics, culture and creed. Where better to reaffirm this vision than in Philadelphia – the city of brotherly love that Sri Chinmoy hailed as the ‘spiritual capital of America’. Free admission. Tickets required - visit newworldofpeace.com or call 215-383-3663.

Free

Event Series T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

T’ai Chi Chih®: Guided Practice

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

For those who have completed the introductory level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental health benefits through closer examination and refinement of T’ai Chi Chih’s 20 simple movements. Instruction is very flexible, addressing the needs of individual students while leaving plenty of time for the group to enjoy a shared full practice experience during each session. Comfortable clothing is recommended. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Eight Thursdays: 7/11 through 9/5 *No class on Thursday 7/25. About the Instructor: Jessica Lewis, CPT, CNC, is an Accredited T’ai Chi

$132

Slow Roll Memorial Bike Ride for Barbara

Civic Center Blvd and Spruce St.

The Bicycle Coalition and Families for Safe Streets will work in collaboration with Barbara's friends and family to host a silent, slow roll bike ride from Civic Center Blvd and Spruce St. to the site of Barbara Friedes crash, 18th and Spruce. We will place an Angel bike at the crash site and hold a memorial for her. Please join to honor Barbara's memory.

FREE

SustainPHL

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Get ready to join the sustainability movement in Philly at the annual SustainPHL Awards – a vibrant celebration of local changemakers and visionaries making a true impact in our city! 🌱 Connect with influential sustainability leaders, network with like-minded individuals and discover the coolest visionaries in Philadelphia. What to Expect: 🍽️ Savor local cuisine and drinks 🎤 Be inspired by the stories of Philadelphia's changemakers 🏆 Witness the live announcement of award recipients, who will receive beautiful reclaimed wooden trophies 👗 Dress code: Cocktail Attire recommended. 🎟️ Tickets: General Admission ($80 Early Bird; $90 after 9/20) 🍴 Heavy hors d’oeuvres

Free
Event Series Wayne Art Center Pottery Sale

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

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

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

Included with Admission

Sauna is Life: Sauna Culture in Finland

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

Sauna is Life: Sauna Culture in Finland Preview Night, Thursday, October 17, 2024 5-8pm Celebrate Finnish culture at this sneak preview of Sauna is Life: Sauna Culture in Finland! The act of taking a sauna is an inherent part of Finnish culture. Sauna is Life: Sauna Culture in Finland explores the Finnish sauna tradition with a model sauna and sauna objects as well as stories, photos, and videos shared with us from home and abroad. To celebrate the exhibit, ASHM will host the Finlandia Foundation National's performer of the year, Miska Kajanus! Miska is a Finnish-American actor, comedian, musician, and

Free

Medicinal Invasive Plants & Responsible Wildcrafting

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

Learn the medicinal uses of common garden invaders, and how they can be part of a more responsible approach to harvesting medicinal plants in the wild. Rachelan Griffin discusses endangered and threatened native medicinal plants, responsible wildcrafting practices, and the cultivation of these important but rapidly disappearing herbal powerhouses. The lecture will be followed by a walk in the gardens. This class is rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sunday, October 20, 2024 (Rain Date: Sunday, October 27). About the Instructor: Rachelan Griffin is a trained Herbalist

$29

Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature

This tour introduces concepts surrounding the value of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Explore the gardens and discuss the evolutionary and environmental phenomena behind concepts like forest bathing, mindfulness, stress recovery, and the biophilia hypothesis. Learn how elements of landscape design shape our emotional and behavioral experiences in nature. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, September 21, 2024.

$749