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  • TIMELINE

    Laurel Hill Mansion 3487 Edgley Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Philadelphia Sculptors, in partnership with Women for Greater Philadelphia, announces the outdoor sculpture exhibition TIMELINE at historic Laurel Hill Mansion in East Fairmount Park. The show opens with a free public reception on Friday, July 18, 2025, from 6-8 pm. TIMELINE is a dynamic group exhibit that offers a wide-ranging look at the Laurel Hill site and its layered history along the Schuylkill River. Artists, selected by jurors Nancy Agati and Rachel Zimmerman, proposed works that respond to the complex timeline of the property, the mansion itself, and the many individuals who have lived on, cared for, and shaped the

    Free

  • Fungadelphia Festival

    Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Philadelphia Mycology Club’s second annual Fungadelphia Festival is returning to the Schuylkill Center this year! 🎉 It's family-friendly, fungi festival filled fun with guided walks, lectures, workshops, vendors, food, crafts, and more. WHEN: Sat., Aug. 23, 11 - 3 WHERE: Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA FREE/Donation-based registration required

    Free

  • Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center

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

    Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures in the gardens with our new happy hour – featuring extended hours and a full bar. Receive discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! Want to add a little learning to your happy hour? Check out our evening

    $10 – $55

  • Meet The Farmer Series at Philadelphia Distilling

    Meet The Farmer Series at Philadelphia Distilling

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

    Free

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

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

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

    Free

  • Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center

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

    Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures in the gardens with our new happy hour – featuring extended hours and a full bar. Receive discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! Want to add a little learning to your happy hour? Check out our evening

    $10 – $55

  • Storyville: Searching for the Songs of Wanaragua by Eli LaBan

    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Scribe Video Center and Big Picture Alliance for a screening of "Searching for the Songs of Wanaragua" at Scribe on December 12, 7PM. This short documentary follows Cesar Vargas, a Garifuna language teacher and researcher from Honduras, and Eli LaBan, a documentary filmmaker from Philadelphia, as they record and translate traditional songs to use as teaching tools to support the revitalization of the endangered afro-indigenous Garifuna language in Honduras. Eli LaBan is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker who has worked on projects pertaining to social development, cultural preservation, and education across the world.

    $5

  • Great Backyard Bird Count

    Laurel Hill Cemetery East 822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join experienced, knowledgeable guides from the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club for a birding walk at Laurel Hill East or Laurel Hill West, and learn to identify birds by sound and sight and record them in the Great Backyard Bird Count, an annual global event during which participants around the world record data about local birds to help scientists better understand and protect them. All ages welcome; no birding experience needed!

    Free

  • Community Weeds: A participatory workshop on practical approaches for controlling invasive plants, planting for resilience, and adapting to change

    morris arboretum 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join panelists Tama Wong, Andrew Conboy, and Mike Van Clef in a participatory discussion of common sense, practical, and real-life approaches to controlling invasive plants, and designing, establishing, maintaining and restoring vibrant, resilient landscapes. Each panelist brings a different but overlapping expertise to the topic (forest, meadows and edge habitats, watersheds), and a shared passion for the health and resilience of the flora and fauna of our Mid-Atlantic region. You will be invited to share knowledge, build community, and learn from real-world case studies—highlighting both successes and setbacks. You will leave with fresh ideas, practical strategies, and a deeper understanding

    Free

  • Cadence in the Clouds

    Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp
    the cigar code 939 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Cadence in the Clouds is an industry night that celebrates the dreamers in Philadelphia; the artists, the creatives, the entrepreneurs, and the supporters of the arts. It is meant to show Philly artists that they don't need to move out of the city to have a thriving career. Philly is a city rich in history, and they should be a part of it given the necessary resources and connections. We aim to create the industry night that puts all of those people in one room, while using all local Philadelphia businesses and artists, to make a night where people connect

    $12.50 – $50.00

  • extrABBAganza Dance Party!

    Society Hill Dance Academy 1919 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    ABBA’s iconic “Dancing Queen” turns 50 years old in 2026, and there’s no better place to celebrate than the American Swedish Historical Museum! As the Museum celebrates its own 100th anniversary in 2026, break out your bell bottoms and platform shoes as Philadelphia's own DJ Robert Drake spins the classics. 70’s attire encouraged, but come as you are to dance the night away! Highlights of the evening: • Dancing and costume contests • Drag Queen homage to ABBA performed by Summer St. Cartier, Miss Troy, Amerie Jameson, and Morgan Morgan Morgan • Swedish-inspired retro food buffet • Cash/credit bar with

  • extrABBAganza Dance Party!

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

    ABBA’s iconic “Dancing Queen” turns 50 years old in 2026, and there’s no better place to celebrate than the American Swedish Historical Museum! As the Museum celebrates its own 100th anniversary in 2026, break out your bell bottoms and platform shoes as Philadelphia's own DJ Robert Drake spins the classics. 70’s attire encouraged, but come as you are to dance the night away! Highlights of the evening: • Dancing and costume contests • Drag Queen homage to ABBA performed by Summer St. Cartier, Miss Troy, Amerie Jameson, and Morgan Morgan Morgan • Swedish-inspired retro food buffet • Cash/credit bar with

  • Global Water Alliance 18th Annual Conference: Levers for Progress to Strengthen Water Sustainability and Public Health

    Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp
    Bossone Research Enterprise Center, Drexel University 3140 Market St., Philadelphia, United States

    The Global Water Alliance's (GWA) 18th Annual Conference Levers for Progress to Strengthen Water Sustainability and Public Health, co-hosted by the Dornsife School of Public Health at Drexel University, will be held on March 26, 2026 at Drexel University. This one-day hybrid conference will bring together practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and students from around the world to explore how new technologies, responsible investments, and community engagement can strengthen water sustainability and public health outcomes. Participants will be challenged to think and explore the challenges and options towards water-smart management and improved informatics, including AI, to deliver on improved water services, the

    $12.50 – $50.00

  • Saving our Beech Trees: A Talk with Certified Arborists John Dwyer and Michael Shreiner of Shreiner Tree Care

    Barnnes Arboretum at Saint Joseph's University 50 Lapsley Lane, Merion Station, United States

    Join us in the Grand Hall of the Maguire Museum for a wine and cheese reception followed by a talk with certified arborists John Dwyer and Michael Shreiner of Shreiner Tree Care. Learn the latest research on beech leaf disease and the best available treatment options. Katie Jacoby, head gardener of the Barnes Arboretum at Saint Joseph’s University, will end the event with a guided walk around the grounds, highlighting management of prevalent East Coast tree diseases within the Arboretum. Lost a tree to beech leaf disease? Sign up at the event for a free native replacement tree through Lower

    Free

  • Pigeons in America Tour

    Pigeons in America Tour
    Get A Gato 638 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This special 90-minute tour explores the history of pigeons in North America — from the passenger pigeon, once the most abundant bird on the continent, to the rock pigeons that share Philadelphia’s streets today. We’ll observe pigeon flocks, nesting sites, and more along our Italian Market Tour route. Along the way, participants will learn about: - The native passenger pigeon, now extinct, including the relationships between these now-extinct pigeons and the Lenape, and the role of colonization in the extinction of this native bird. - The history of the rock pigeon (aka your average city pigeon), including their 5,000-year relationship

    $25

  • Pigeons in America Tour

    Pigeons in America Tour
    Get A Gato 638 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This special 90-minute tour explores the history of pigeons in North America — from the passenger pigeon, once the most abundant bird on the continent, to the rock pigeons that share Philadelphia’s streets today. We’ll observe pigeon flocks, nesting sites, and more along our Italian Market Tour route. Along the way, participants will learn about: - The native passenger pigeon, now extinct, including the relationships between these now-extinct pigeons and the Lenape, and the role of colonization in the extinction of this native bird. - The history of the rock pigeon (aka your average city pigeon), including their 5,000-year relationship

    $25

  • Pigeons in America Tour

    Pigeons in America Tour
    Get A Gato 638 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This special 90-minute tour explores the history of pigeons in North America — from the passenger pigeon, once the most abundant bird on the continent, to the rock pigeons that share Philadelphia’s streets today. We’ll observe pigeon flocks, nesting sites, and more along our Italian Market Tour route. Along the way, participants will learn about: - The native passenger pigeon, now extinct, including the relationships between these now-extinct pigeons and the Lenape, and the role of colonization in the extinction of this native bird. - The history of the rock pigeon (aka your average city pigeon), including their 5,000-year relationship

    $25

  • Volunteer Day & Tree Giveaway with Riverfront North and TreePhilly

    Pennypack on the Delaware Pennypack on the Delaware Park, 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a fun and rewarding day helping out at Pennypack on the Delaware. It’s a great chance to get outside, meet new people, and make a positive impact on our local riverfront. We will also be hosting, alongside TreePhilly, a Tree Giveaway event. Those who sign up to volunteer will receive information on how to receive a free tree after volunteering. Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided. Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian

    Free

  • Compost 101 with Bennett Compost

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

    Learn how to start your own successful home compost bin with compost professional Tim Bennett. Compost is key to a thriving garden and reducing your home food waste. This workshop will guide participants through the key steps of creating a successful at-home compost. Learn the different methods for home composting and choose the one best tailored to your needs. Let’s get composting! Tim Bennett is the founder of Bennett Compost. Bennett Compost serves over 6,000 households and businesses in Philadelphia. Last year, they kept over 4 million pounds of food waste out of landfills.

    $35