BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grid Magazine - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gridphilly.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grid Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260922T144730Z CREATED:20260922T144730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T144730Z UID:10041679-1790794800-1790798400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Earth Talk: Monarch Butterflies and the Miracle of Migration with author Mike Weilbacher DESCRIPTION:Writer-naturalist Mike Weilbacher will share the butterfly’s unique story\, weaving up-to-date science on the creature’s status with folk legend and even Aztec myth. You’ll gain a new appreciation for this king of butterflies\, and learn innumerable ways you can help this incredible animal. \nThe author of “Wild Philly: Explore the Amazing Nature In and Around Philadelphia\,” Mike travels the region offering lectures and walks on everything from climate change in Philadelphia to microplastics to the healing power of nature. His programs have reached more than 3\,000 people in just the last three years. \nCapricorn Bookshop will be selling “Wild Philly” before and after the talk\, which Mike will be happy to sign. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/earth-talk-monarch-butterflies-and-the-miracle-of-migration-with-author-mike-weilbacher/ LOCATION:abington township public library\, 1030 Old York Road\, Abington\, 19001\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Education/Lecture,Free Community Events,Lifelong Learning,Montgomery County,Nature & Community Science,Nature Talks,Public Events,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Monarch-Migration-Talk-September-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Abington Township Public Library":MAILTO:aschwab@mclinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260305T192345Z CREATED:20260305T192345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T192345Z UID:10030030-1774089000-1774094400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Vegetable Seed Starting Workshop DESCRIPTION:*Para español\, deslice hacia el final de la página*\nGet a start on your veggie growing by learning to effectively plant vegetable seeds indoors. 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Aprenderás a cuidar tu planta una vez que germina hasta que llegue el momento de sacarla al exterior. ¡Este taller incluirá todos los suministros e instrucciones de un maestro jardinero de Filadelfia County. ¡Usted también se llevará a casa un contenedor con semillas! \nComplete el siguiente formulario para registrarse. \n  URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/vegetable-seed-starting-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Friends Hospital Greenhouse\, 4641 E Roosevelt Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19124\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Montgomery County,Plantings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/General-Event-Banner-Learn-CYsBd3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T180000 DTSTAMP:20260305T200711Z CREATED:20260305T191013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T200711Z UID:10030027-1772805600-1772820000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:[RESCHEDULED] 2026 Winter Salt Week Sampling at Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust DESCRIPTION:The Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust (PERT) and the TTF Watershed Partnership are hosting a  “Salt Blitz” in partnership with the Stroud Water Research Center to capture a snapshot of chloride levels in our local streams following winter road salting. \nVolunteers\, staff\, and students will collect water samples\, which will be analyzed for conductivity and chloride. The results will be added to the regional map: https://swrc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=6de8e168d1674679a316533dd58a7abe \nSampling Date: Target date: March 6\nIf you cannot sample that day\, please collect your sample before March 6\, but as close to that date as possible. We want to get as many samples on the same day as possible so please aim for March 6th. \nWhere to Sample \nTTF has about 10-15 pre-selected sites you are more than welcome to sample. Please let me know if you are interested in helping out. \nPlease confirm your site with Kevin or Ryan before sampling. Choose locations that are safe and legally accessible. Do not enter private property without permission. \nYou may: \n\nSelect a site near your school\, home\, or a location you’re curious about\, or\nWork with us to choose a pre-selected site (Streamkeepers may use their regular monitoring locations).\n\nMap of priority tributary areas:\nhttps://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1xbYX5LyFJCkC2h1shRDftEqby8AnHjE&usp=sharing \n*We strongly recommend visiting your site in advance to confirm safe and legal access and to identify the best sampling spot. \nSample Collection: \nIf you are choosing your own site: \n\nDownload and print the Salt Snapshot data sheet attached to this email.\n(PERT/TTF will complete the conductivity and chloride fields).\nAt the site\, record the exact location by dropping a pin on your phone.\nRinse your container with stream water three times\, then collect about 2 cups of water.\nSeal tightly and label the bottle with:\n\nsite name/location\ndate & time\nsampler name(s)\n\n\nComplete the data sheet.\nBring your sample(s) and data sheet to PERT on March 6\, 2:00–6:00 PM\nBLBB Classroom (rear of the main office building).\n\nIf you are assigned a pre-selected site: \n\nRinse the container three times and collect about 2 cups of water.\nLabel the bottle with site name/location\, date\, time\, and sampler name(s).\nAt the site\, record the exact location by dropping a pin on your phone.\nDrop off at PERT on March 6\, 2:00–6:00 PM (BLBB Classroom).\n\nWhat You’ll Need \n\nA sealable plastic\, glass\, or metal container\n(Contact us to pick up a bottle in advance if needed. We have plenty.)\nMasking/painter’s tape and a marker for labeling\nProper gear for winter stream sampling (waterproof boots\, warm layers\, etc.)\n\nHow to collect a sample:\nhttps://youtu.be/pRW6je9D6g8?si=PTcHWI3TNkGXr-9t \nSafety \nWinter stream conditions can be hazardous.\nPlease sample with a partner or tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. \nGet Involved \nIf you’d like to participate\, contact me or Ryan Neuman\, ryan@ttfwatershed.org to: \n\nConfirm your site\, and\nArrange bottle pickup (if needed).\n\nThank you for helping us understand how road salt is affecting our streams. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/rescheduled-2026-winter-salt-week-sampling-at-pennypack-ecological-restoration-trust/ LOCATION:Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust\, 2955 Edge Hill Rd.\, Huntingdon\, PA\, 19006\, United States CATEGORIES:Montgomery County ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Event-Banner-salt-uW7ARz.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T123000 DTSTAMP:20260110T150227Z CREATED:20260110T150227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T150227Z UID:10028283-1771671600-1771677000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Elkins Park Library Winter Seed Sowing DESCRIPTION:Join Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership and Penn State Extension Master Gardeners to learn about the importance of native plants and how to grow them ourselves. Attendees will learn how to start seeds outside in containers\, protected from wildlife\, while also benefiting from the cold temperatures. This indoor workshop will include all supplies and you will be able to take home containers with seeds. \nRegistration Required. \nYou can register here. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/elkins-park-library-winter-seed-sowing/ LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States CATEGORIES:Montgomery County ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Winter-Seed-Sowing-221-scaled-4pFWSz.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T191500 DTSTAMP:20260110T145842Z CREATED:20260110T145842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T145842Z UID:10028281-1769709600-1769714100@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Road Salt and Our Streams at Glenside Free Library DESCRIPTION:Learn from Ryan Neumann of Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership (TTF) about the effects that road salt has on our streams in the winter time\, and what you can do to reduce those effects. We will also discuss the long term impacts of road salt use on our streams\, and what that means for the health of our streams throughout the year. \nRegistration Required. \nYou can register here. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/road-salt-and-our-streams-at-glenside-free-library/ LOCATION:Glenside Free Library\, 215 S Keswick Ave\, Glenside\, PA\, 19038\, United States CATEGORIES:Montgomery County ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1766005769-8M5jlK.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000 DTSTAMP:20251111T210153Z CREATED:20251111T210153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T210153Z UID:10024380-1765119600-1765126800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Montgomery County Chorale & Orchestra Presents: Festival of Carols DESCRIPTION:Montgomery County Chorale & Orchestra Presents: Festival of Carols \nJoin us for our popular Festival of Carols concert — a celebration of the season featuring vibrant new arrangements of traditional carols\, seasonal favorites\, and reflective readings woven throughout the program. \nIn addition\, this concert will present the world premiere of Wake Up for choir\, orchestra\, and organ by internationally acclaimed Philadelphia-based composer Melissa Dunphy. Commissioned through MCCO’s Michael Kemp Fund for New Music\, this piece is sure to be a memorable conclusion to this exciting concert. \nSaturday\, December 6\, 2025\n3:00 p.m. \nSunday\, December 7\, 2025\n3:00 p.m. \nTrinity Lutheran Church\n1000 W Main St\, Lansdale\, PA 19446\n​\nGeneral Admission: $25\nGroup Discount (6 or more): $20\nStudents: $5.00\nChildren 12 and Under: Free \nTickets also available at the door – Cash\, Credit Card\, or Check​\nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at: mccomusicpa@gmail.com \nhttps://www.mccomusic.org/festival-of-carols URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/montgomery-county-chorale-orchestra-presents-festival-of-carols/2025-12-07/ LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, 1000 W. Main Street\, Lansdale\, 19446\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,family and kid friendly,Montgomery County,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/FINAL_3891c-Social-Media-Graphics-Facebook-Ad.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Chorale and Orchestra":MAILTO:mccomusicpa@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000 DTSTAMP:20251111T210153Z CREATED:20251111T210153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T210153Z UID:10024379-1765033200-1765040400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Montgomery County Chorale & Orchestra Presents: Festival of Carols DESCRIPTION:Montgomery County Chorale & Orchestra Presents: Festival of Carols \nJoin us for our popular Festival of Carols concert — a celebration of the season featuring vibrant new arrangements of traditional carols\, seasonal favorites\, and reflective readings woven throughout the program. \nIn addition\, this concert will present the world premiere of Wake Up for choir\, orchestra\, and organ by internationally acclaimed Philadelphia-based composer Melissa Dunphy. Commissioned through MCCO’s Michael Kemp Fund for New Music\, this piece is sure to be a memorable conclusion to this exciting concert. \nSaturday\, December 6\, 2025\n3:00 p.m. \nSunday\, December 7\, 2025\n3:00 p.m. \nTrinity Lutheran Church\n1000 W Main St\, Lansdale\, PA 19446\n​\nGeneral Admission: $25\nGroup Discount (6 or more): $20\nStudents: $5.00\nChildren 12 and Under: Free \nTickets also available at the door – Cash\, Credit Card\, or Check​\nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at: mccomusicpa@gmail.com \nhttps://www.mccomusic.org/festival-of-carols URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/montgomery-county-chorale-orchestra-presents-festival-of-carols/2025-12-06/ LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, 1000 W. Main Street\, Lansdale\, 19446\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,family and kid friendly,Montgomery County,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/FINAL_3891c-Social-Media-Graphics-Facebook-Ad.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Chorale and Orchestra":MAILTO:mccomusicpa@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T200000 DTSTAMP:20251124T200320Z CREATED:20251124T200320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T200320Z UID:10025140-1764954000-1764964800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Orlando’s Magical Realism DESCRIPTION:ESPERANZA ARTS CENTER\npresents \nOrlando’s Magical Realism\nCommunity Exhibit Opening Celebration & Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony \nFREE EVENT\nLimited tickets available \nFriday\, December 5\, 2025\n5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nGalería Esperanza \nJoin us for the grand opening of Orlando’s Magical Realism art exhibit\, featuring the renowned Cuban artist Orlando Quevedo. \nStep into a world where creativity knows no bounds and imagination becomes reality. This captivating collection features Quevedo’s most iconic masterpieces alongside several pieces showcased to the public for the very first time. Highlights include a personalized Mona Lisa and bold reimaginings of art history\, all infused with Quevedo’s surreal storytelling. \nKick off the holiday season and celebrate with us! Enjoy an evening filled with live music\, delicious Latin cuisine\, children’s activities\, vendors\, and a one-of-a-kind celebration of art and culture at Galería Esperanza. Meet the artist and receive an exclusive signed limited-edition print! \nFor GPS navigation\, please use 409 W Bristol Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19140\, to be directed across from our parking lot. To access Galería Esperanza (Esperanza Art Gallery)\, please enter through Esperanza’s main entrance. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/orlandos-magical-realism/ LOCATION:Galeria Esperanza\, 4261 North 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19140\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibitions,Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Celebrations & Networking,Community Events,Concert,Event,Family Activities,Food & Drink,Free,Free Community Events,Gallery,Happy Hour,Montgomery County,Special Event,Stoneleigh Natural Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Orlando-Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Arts Center":MAILTO:patronservices@esperanza.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T180000 DTSTAMP:20250331T184729Z CREATED:20250331T184729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T184729Z UID:10018065-1747576800-1747591200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Girls' High Library Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:The Girls’ High Library was once a vibrant hub of learning\, creativity\, and inspiration. However\, it has been closed since 2013. Its research materials still include World Book Encyclopedias and a physical card catalog. There is no access to digital books\, electronic research materials\, periodicals\, and other critical technological resources to ensure that our students can excel and compete academically. Despite our school’s successes and strengths\, our students cannot effectively engage with their present education and prepare for life after graduation without a library and a technologically accessible resource center. \nThis fundraiser aims to restore the library to its former glory while incorporating modern resources to empower current and future students. We aim to provide a state-of-the-art library and resource center staffed with librarians so Girls’ High girls can thrive. And now\, there are three ways you can support\, including our Library Fundraiser planned for Sunday\, May 18th. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/girls-high-library-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Curds N Whey\, 817 Old York Road\, Philadelphia\, 19046\, United States CATEGORIES:Activism,Advocacy,Celebrations & Networking,Children,Community Events,Event,Featured,Food & Drink,Montgomery County,Social,Special Event,Teachers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GHS-LIBRARY-FUNDRAISER.png ORGANIZER;CN="Alumnae Association of the Philadelphia High School for Girls":MAILTO:corresec@ghsalumnae.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000 DTSTAMP:20250402T190620Z CREATED:20250402T190620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T190620Z UID:10018092-1746360000-1746374400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Craft Beer by the Creek DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a Sunday Funday amid the beauty of the Wissahickon Creek at Four Mills Nature Reserve & Barn in Ambler\, PA. This family & dog friendly event will have food trucks\, local craft breweries\, and live music. Follow signs for parking in Ambler. \n$15 per person (ages 13 & up) supports Wissahickon Trails and your local environment. Pre-registration requested. \nFood & drink available to purchase:\nEl Toro Serrano Food Truck\nLittle’s Ice Cream\nTen7 Brewing Co.\nTannery Run Brew Works \nLive Music by Low Totem \nWhat to know:\nParking is available in Ambler at the Post Office or along Butler Ave. Take a short walk along the beautiful Green Ribbon Trail to arrive at the Four Mills Barn for the fun!\nLimited accessible parking is available; contact Lisa Hansell\, lisa@wissahickontrails.org\nLimited seating; feel free to BYOChair\nLeashed\, friendly dogs are welcome\nEvent is all ages; 21+ to drink – bring valid ID \nBecome a Sponsor:\nPartner with Wissahickon Trails by sponsoring Craft Beer by the Creek. Get exposure to a diverse community while showing your support for a healthy local environment for generations to come. Contact Lisa Hansell\, lisa@wissahickontrails.org\, for more information. \nCancellation:\nEvent is rain or shine but could be cancelled due to severe weather. Wissahickon Trails will make every effort to update our website and contact registrants. We cannot offer refunds but all registrations are considered a donation that supports Wissahickon Trails. \nAccessibility Information:\nWheelchairs and strollers are not recommended for this event\, there are three wooden/metal bridges with steps that must be crossed. However\, attendees who use mobility devices and caregivers may be dropped off at the event site before the driver parks in Ambler. The walk from parking in Ambler primarily takes place on a narrow\, natural trail and in grassy areas which may have roots\, rocks\, and/or mud. The walking surfaces are variable and participants can expect to walk 1.0 miles (0.5 miles to the Barn + 0.5 miles return trip). \nAt the Four Mills Barn there will be limited indoor and outdoor seating\, heating/air conditioning\, a water bottle refilling station\, and accessible all gender bathrooms on both floors. The first floor family restroom has a private changing table and there is a nearby private area that can be used as a lactation room. The Four Mills Barn has accessible outdoor entrances on both floors. However\, there is no elevator. \nPlease contact lisa@wissahickontrails.org with any additional accommodation needs or questions. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/craft-beer-by-the-creek/ LOCATION:Wissahickon Trails Four Mills Barn\, 12 Morris Rd\, Ambler\, 19002\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Happy Hour,Local Food,Montgomery County,Outdoor Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/486551129_1083464183824601_170627367245836974_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T110000 DTSTAMP:20250228T194319Z CREATED:20250228T194319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T194319Z UID:10017430-1746345600-1746356400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:The Great Marsh Institute Bird Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Great Marsh Institute\, Chester County’s unique habitat for the study of flora and fauna as well as the unique characteristics of the Periglacial marsh. It is the purpose of the Great Marsh Institute (GMI) to support scientific studies through access to the property\, technical support\, and opportunities for educational activities including funding for student interns. \nThe Great Marsh also has an IBA (Important Bird Area) designation of D3 from Audubon. D3: Sites that contain rare or unique habitat or are an exceptional representative of an ecological community type\, and that hold important species or species assemblages largely restricted to a distinctive habitat or ecological community type. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-great-marsh-institute-bird-walk-2/ LOCATION:Great Marsh Institute\, 34 Moores Road\,\,\, Elverson\, 19520\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Birding,Birds,Montgomery County,Nature Walk,Nature Walks,Outdoor Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GreatMarshInstitute.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000 DTSTAMP:20250410T180308Z CREATED:20250410T180308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T180308Z UID:10018323-1746266400-1746273600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Tadpole Transformations DESCRIPTION:It’s that exciting time of the year again when our ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! \nJoin Riverbend’s Educators for this fascinating annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the Preserve and see the tadpoles in action. This fun event is open to individuals and to families with children of all ages. \nGuests will explore the preserve and visit activity stations to learn all about frogs. Depending on the weather and other natural factors\, we may see a lot of tadpoles or none at all\, but there will be lots to enjoy at Riverbend. Guests are encouraged to visit at their own pace and stay as long as they wish. \nThis event is rain or shine so please dress for the weather! \nThis is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event: \nThe true cost to Riverbend to offer this educational event to the public is $10 per person. We recognize that for some families this is unaffordable. Therefore\, we invite you to choose the price you wish to pay for this event. In doing so\, you help make environmental education accessible to ALL children\, regardless of their family’s financial situation. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tadpole-transformations/ LOCATION:Riverbend Environmental Education Center\, 1950 Spring Mill Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035\, United States CATEGORIES:Children,Community Events,Event,Events,Family,Family Activities,Family and Kids,Family Fun,Family-friendly,Free,Free Community Events,Kids,Montgomery County,Nature Talks,Nature Walk,Outdoor Event,Programs for Children,Seasonal,Special Event,Tours and Explorations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TadpoleTransformation_Flyer.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR