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  • Traditional Healing Community Clinic III

    The Traditional Healing Community Clinic, organized by Do Centro De Mae Terra, provides free traditional healing circles with smudging, plant cleanses, plant medicine, bodywork, traditional birthwork, and holistic wellness counseling.   About From the Center of Mother Earth (Do Centro da Mãe Terra) From the Center of Mother Earth brings the vision to strengthen our traditional culture and the wisdom of medicinal plants and ancestral healing practices, with a focus on the peoples of the Southern Atlantic Forest. With the purpose of rescuing the autonomy and sovereignty of traditional life, keeping alive our sacred knowledge of indigenous healing with Medicinal

  • Crystal Cookout

    Join us and Crystal Jawn on July 19 for the 7th annual Crystal Cookout, a soul-nourishing celebration of crystals, creativity, and community! This free, family-friendly festival honors the art of crystal jewelry while uplifting the wisdom of local earthkeepers—from crystallographers to herbalists, farmers, and gardeners. Explore a diverse marketplace of community vendors, indulge in organic meals, and immerse yourself in holistic healing experiences. Enjoy live performances, connect with tarot readers, crystal healers, and celebrate the beauty of nature in a space designed for collective rejuvenation and reflection. This year, we’re taking it to *new* dimensions of shine. Join us as

  • SWWAG Workshop: Elderberry Syrup Making

    Mill Creek Farm 4901 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA

    Instructor Yam Vallis will lead folks in an Afro-Herbalism workshop on the history of the Elderberry plant and the making of syrup. Participants will have a chance to take home elderberry syrup, but we will also make large batches, with the intention of distributing the rest, with a focus on Philly’s Black community and herbal hubs like Black Bird Rising.

  • Intro to Ayurveda: Pancha Bhutas (5 elements) in Nature

    Come learn traditional healing practices to support your digestive and mental health and wellness. As an Ayurvedic Practitioner, Neha will share the nature-based wisdom of Ayurveda and its beneficial practices to heal the body, mind, and spirit. Each 2-hour class will involve a teaching, along with some gentle guided practice of movement, hands-on bodywork, and meditation. The first week will teach on the 5 elements and how they form the doshas and constitutional makeup of an individual. The second and third week will teach on the vital energy force and digestive fire and how to promote clear and steady mental

  • Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (16+)

    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 individuals younger than this age range, check out our Kids’ Learn-to-Ride classes! Registration in advance is required.

  • SWWAG Workshop: Intro to Fall Planting

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

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

  • Ayurvedic Wellness – Digestive Health: Agni (Digestive Fire)

    Come learn traditional healing practices to support your digestive and mental health and wellness. As an Ayurvedic Practitioner, Neha will share the nature-based wisdom of Ayurveda and its beneficial practices to heal the body, mind, and spirit. Each 2-hour class will involve a teaching, along with some gentle guided practice of movement, hands-on bodywork, and meditation. The first week will teach on the 5 elements and how they form the doshas and constitutional makeup of an individual. The second and third week will teach on the vital energy force and digestive fire and how to promote clear and steady mental

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center

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

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center

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

  • FREE Pickleball – Better with Age (55+): brought to you by Humana

    CityPickle Philadelphia City Hall 1 S 15th St., Philadelphia, United States

    FREE PICKLEBALL FOR SENIORS, brought to you by Humana Tired of beating up all the youngin’s on the court?! Come join our Better with Age open play, geared towards the 55+ crew. This session is intended for players who have decent skills and can hang, but would like to play with some folks their own age for a change! Use this session to drill, make new pickle friends, and rotate on and off for some solid games. SCORE! All participants will receive a promotion code for $25 off a Wonder order! Hit every craving with the new Wonder app. Restrictions

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  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

    Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center

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

  • Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (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 individuals younger than this age range, check out the Kids’ Learn-to-Ride classes! Registration in advance is required.

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (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 individuals younger than this age range, check out the Kids’ Learn-to-Ride classes! Registration in advance is required.

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (16+) SOLD OUT – JOIN WAITLIST

    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 individuals younger than this age range, check out the Kids’ Learn-to-Ride classes! Registration in advance is required.

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (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 individuals younger than this age range, check out the Kids’ Learn-to-Ride classes! Registration in advance is required.

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • Traditional Healing Circle

    Bartram’s Garden Barn

    Join us for a summer community gathering rooted in Indigenous Healing, organized in partnership between Do Centro da Mãe Terra, Bartram’s Garden, Song Keepers, local healers, and artists. Together, we will create a safe and sacred space for healing, reflection, cultural exchange, and community connection. Community members will have the opportunity to receive traditional healing offerings, including smudging, plant bathing, herbal tinctures, massage with herbal oils, bodywork, and holistic healing education. Gathering around the fire in a healing talk circle, we will share stories, songs, poems, prayers, and wisdom while reflecting on our healing journeys and learning ancestral practices to

  • Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (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 individuals younger than this age range, check out the Kids’ Learn-to-Ride classes! Registration in advance is required. Registration will open one month in

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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

  • SWWAG Workshop: Fire Cider Making at Mill Creek

    Mill Creek Farm 4901 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA

    Please note: this workshop takes place at Mill Creek Farm (4901 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19139). We’ll learn about the history and health benefits of this medicinal cider, as well as how to prepare and store it.

  • Biking Level 1: Adults’ Learn-to-Ride (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 individuals younger than this age range, check out the Kids’ Learn-to-Ride classes! Registration in advance is required. Registration will open one month in

  • WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group

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