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Urban Medicine Cabinet: Liver Health Tincture

Upper Meadow

This root tincture is useful in cases of poor or sluggish digestion, skin conditions such as acne and eczema, and any general health issue in which the liver might be of concern.   About the instructor, Nyambi Royster of Nyambi Naturals: A Medicinal Herb Farmer and Herbalist for over 15 years, Nyambi Royster has taught Urban Health Courses and Agroecology Workshops at national institutes of learning including  Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania, and LaSalle University. Ms. Nyambi has led national discussions of food sovereignty and social justice initiatives.  Her career is characterized by her passion for reconnecting others to the earth

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, 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.

Little Explorers: Water Wonderland

Bartram’s Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, 19143, United States

Cool off and celebrate summer with outdoor water games and crafts.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. If you have any questions, contact Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org, or 215-729-5281 ext. 110.    

Thursday Free Boating for Southwest Neighbors

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, United States

Southwest Philadelphia neighbors, 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.  

Parents and Teens Mind& Wellness series: Mindful Parenting Time

Our mind & body wellness program series with the Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN)  is back! Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. No registration is required and all abilities are welcome! Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, as well as a small and large towel (a limited amount of extras are available on-site). Classes will be held outside unless there is extreme heat or rain.

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, 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.

SWWAG Workshop: Easy + Delicious Garden Fresh Meals with Get Fresh Daily

Freedom Greens & Gardens, 5200 Pine Avenue, Philadelphia

Summer is the perfect time to transition to a plant-based diet! Learn foundational cooking techniques that will transform your garden-fresh harvest into mouth-watering meals the whole family love. Learn more about our community partner and event co-organizer Get Fresh Daily.

Thursday Free Boating for Southwest Neighbors

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, United States

Southwest Philadelphia neighbors, 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.  

Parents and Teens Mind& Wellness series: Yoga & Mindfulness for Teens

Our mind & body wellness program series with the Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN)  is back! Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. No registration is required and all abilities are welcome! Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, as well as a small and large towel (a limited amount of extras are available on-site). Classes will be held outside unless there is extreme heat or rain.

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, 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.

SWWAG Workshop: GMO Exposed

Queens Gardens, 54th & Westminster Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19139

A breakdown of what GMO means and what it means for our community.

Art Gathering: Botanical Illustration

Coach House, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

Practice the time-honored tradition of botanical illustration within the historically significant setting of Bartram’s Garden. Working from live specimens, participants will have a chance to closely observe and recreate the structures that make each plant unique. Materials will be provided, or bring your own to share with the group.   Learn more about this workshop’s instructor, Heather Rinehart.

WeWalkPHL 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. Thursday walks will be held weekly at 5 PM between September 1 and October 27, 2022.  

Urban Medicine Cabinet: First Aid Eye Wash

Upper Meadow

This effective herbal first aid remedy can be used to treat eye infections such as conjunctivitis.   About the instructor, Nyambi Royster of Nyambi Naturals: A Medicinal Herb Farmer and Herbalist for over 15 years, Nyambi Royster has taught Urban Health Courses and Agroecology Workshops at national institutes of learning including  Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania, and LaSalle University. Ms. Nyambi has led national discussions of food sovereignty and social justice initiatives.  Her career is characterized by her passion for reconnecting others to the earth as a sustainable source of health and healing. She manages an acre organic fruit orchard and

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, 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.

WeWalkPHL Saturday 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. Saturday walks will be held weekly at 3 PM between September 3 and October 29, 2022.  

Art Gathering: Bird Art

Coach House, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

Explore birds from a creative point of view, learn techniques for drawing birds used by professionals, and create some bird art of your own. This workshop is designed for families to create together while enjoying our feathered friends who call Bartram’s Garden home. Materials will be provided, or bring something to share with the group in this open-ended, community-centered creative experience. Learn more about this workshop’s instructor, Heather Rinehart.

WeWalkPHL 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. Thursday walks will be held weekly at 5 PM between September 1 and October 27, 2022.  

Family Outdoor Movie Night: Lion King

56th St. Plaza, 3000 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

Join us for the last Movie Night of the season! Bring your picnic blankets, bug spray, and snacks, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie under the evening sky. We’ll have popcorn, lemonade, and water to share! No registration is necessary. We’ll be showing the classic Disney film Lion King (1994). Come early for the featured pre-movie activities we have planned: Community biking along the Bartram’s Mile Trail with our partner, The Bicycle Coalition from 4-9pm. Free bike rentals and helmets will be available at the Garden’s Bike Container. We encourage you to enter and park at the Garden’s 56th Street entrance and

Urban Medicine Cabinet: Fungal Salve

Upper Meadow

This powerful disinfectant salve is excellent for treating skin infections like athlete’s foot and ringworm.   About the instructor, Nyambi Royster of Nyambi Naturals: A Medicinal Herb Farmer and Herbalist for over 15 years, Nyambi Royster has taught Urban Health Courses and Agroecology Workshops at national institutes of learning including  Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania, and LaSalle University. Ms. Nyambi has led national discussions of food sovereignty and social justice initiatives.  Her career is characterized by her passion for reconnecting others to the earth as a sustainable source of health and healing. She manages an acre organic fruit orchard and medicinal

WeWalkPHL Saturday 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. Saturday walks will be held weekly at 3 PM between September 3 and October 29, 2022.  

WeWalkPHL 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. Thursday walks will be held weekly at 5 PM between September 1 and October 27, 2022.  

Goldenrod Herbal Studies: Nervous System Materia Medicas

Bartram’s Garden Conference Room, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143, United States

  ​Do you… Want to expand and deepen your understand of some of the primary herbs to keep in your home apothecary? Want to study herbal medicine with others, in person?  Have a hard time finding reliable, well sourced info when trying to research herbal medicine online?  Want to know the best way to use each herb and what dosage to take Enjoy lecture-style learning? The Nervous System Herbs Materia Medica workshop is part of the Goldenrod Herbal Studies series, taught by Clinical Herbalist Kelly McCarthy of Attic Apothecary. This workshop is divided into two days: October 1-2, 9am-3pm. It

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse, Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19143-6128, 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.

WeWalkPHL Saturday 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. Saturday walks will be held weekly at 3 PM between September 3 and October 29, 2022.  

Event Series October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Each season we like to curate experiences for the whole family that are both educational AND an opportunity for parents to fellowship around community resources and information. Our October Movie Nights @ Cliveden will feature a film for the whole family to enjoy each week; we will also have a few vendors with healthy snacks as well as some family friendly community information. This year's films are as follows - Wednesday, October 5th: Kirikou and the Sorceress Wednesday, October 12th: Encanto Wednesday, October 19th: Maya and the Three Wednesday, October 26th: Pachamama Please take the time to review the descriptions

Free
Event Series October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Each season we like to curate experiences for the whole family that are both educational AND an opportunity for parents to fellowship around community resources and information. Our October Movie Nights @ Cliveden will feature a film for the whole family to enjoy each week; we will also have a few vendors with healthy snacks as well as some family friendly community information. This year's films are as follows - Wednesday, October 5th: Kirikou and the Sorceress Wednesday, October 12th: Encanto Wednesday, October 19th: Maya and the Three Wednesday, October 26th: Pachamama Please take the time to review the descriptions

Free
Event Series October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Each season we like to curate experiences for the whole family that are both educational AND an opportunity for parents to fellowship around community resources and information. Our October Movie Nights @ Cliveden will feature a film for the whole family to enjoy each week; we will also have a few vendors with healthy snacks as well as some family friendly community information. This year's films are as follows - Wednesday, October 5th: Kirikou and the Sorceress Wednesday, October 12th: Encanto Wednesday, October 19th: Maya and the Three Wednesday, October 26th: Pachamama Please take the time to review the descriptions

Free

Restorative Mind & Body series: Thankful for ‘Me’

Upper Meadow

Our mind & body wellness program series with the Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN)  is back for the fall season! Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. No registration is required and all abilities are welcome! Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, as well as a small and large towel (a limited amount of extras are available on-site). Classes will be held outside unless there is extreme heat or rain.

WeWalkPHL 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. Thursday walks will be held weekly at 5 PM between September 1 and October 27, 2022.  

WeWalkPHL Saturday 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. Saturday walks will be held weekly at 3 PM between September 3 and October 29, 2022.  

Art Gathering: Nature Prints

Let’s make some art using the nature around us! Using a variety of materials and techniques, this gathering will be all about creating prints from leaves, flowers, and whatever may inspire you. Materials will be provided, or bring something to share with the group in this open-ended, community-centered creative experience.

Event Series October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

October Movie Nights @ Cliveden

Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Each season we like to curate experiences for the whole family that are both educational AND an opportunity for parents to fellowship around community resources and information. Our October Movie Nights @ Cliveden will feature a film for the whole family to enjoy each week; we will also have a few vendors with healthy snacks as well as some family friendly community information. This year's films are as follows - Wednesday, October 5th: Kirikou and the Sorceress Wednesday, October 12th: Encanto Wednesday, October 19th: Maya and the Three Wednesday, October 26th: Pachamama Please take the time to review the descriptions

Free

WeWalkPHL 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. Thursday walks will be held weekly at 5 PM between September 1 and October 27, 2022.  

Urban Medicine Cabinet: Seasonal Affective Disorder

Upper Meadow

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is not uncommon in northern parts of the world when the lack of light during the long winter months can bring on depression and lethargy. This is also an effective remedy for deep-seated grief and feelings of loss. This tincture, along with staying active and getting fresh air can help to keep you uplifted and fill your heart with sunshine.   About the instructor, Nyambi Royster of Nyambi Naturals: A Medicinal Herb Farmer and Herbalist for over 15 years, Nyambi Royster has taught Urban Health Courses and Agroecology Workshops at national institutes of learning including  Drexel University,

WeWalkPHL Saturday 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. Saturday walks will be held weekly at 3 PM between September 3 and October 29, 2022.  

Little Explorers: Seed Collectors

Bartram’s Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, 19143, United States

How do seeds travel? Collect seeds from all over the garden and make a mosaic.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. If you have any questions, contact Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org, or 215-729-5281 ext. 110.    

Nature’s Best Hope

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

Nature’s Best Hope Doug Tallamy Professor of Entomology at the University of Delaware; Author, Bringing Nature Home (2007), The Living Landscape (2014), Nature’s Best Hope (2020), and The Nature of Oaks (2021). Recent headlines about global insect declines, the impending extinction of one million species worldwide, and three billion fewer birds in North America are a bleak reality check about how ineffective our current landscape designs have been at sustaining the plants and animals that sustain us. Such losses are not an option if we wish to continue our present-day standard of living. The good news is that none of

$25

Homeschooler Day: Winter Weathering

Bartram’s Garden Barn

As temperatures cool and the soil dries, the creatures that don’t migrate are preparing for winter! This month will focus on the lives of winter flora & fauna, under the soil.   ABOUT HOMESCHOOLER DAYS: For homeschoolers ages 5 -11 and their adult. All lessons are outdoors. Space is limited. In case of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Questions? Please email lgale@bartramsgarden.org.

SWWAG Workshop: Supreme Compost 101

Sankofa Community Farm

A six-step process that demonstrates the beginning stages of how to make compost, reveals the present condition of the city’s depleted soil and turns recycled food waste into a dark rich soil that will grow nutrition and healthy fruits and vegetables which will enable one to regain optimal health.

Keeping Seeds and the Stories They Tell

morris 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Keeping Seeds and the Stories They Tell Amirah Mitchell Founder, Sistah Seeds Join us to learn from Amirah Mitchell, a Philadelphia-based farmer and the founder of Sistah Seeds, a small seed-production farm that focuses on seed production of West African, Afro-Caribbean and African American heirloom vegetables and grains. Seed saving, says Amirah, is taking seeds from a plant that you’ve grown and storing them, saving them to plant the following year. Seed keeping, however, is more intentional in that you are saving seed varieties that are culturally important and that have powerful cultural resonance for people. In this program, Amirah

$25

Using the Miyawaki Method to Rewild Our Communities

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

Using the Miyawaki Method to Rewild Our Communities Hannah Lewis and Maya Dutta Biodiversity for a Livable Climate Join Hannah Lewis and Maya Dutta in a discussion of Lewis' new book, Mini-Forest Revolution: Using the Miyawaki Method to Rapidly Rewild the World (Chelsea Green, 2022). The Miyawaki Method is a unique approach to tree-planting conceived by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki. In the book, Lewis explains how densely planted forests the size of a tennis court grow quickly and are much more biodiverse than those planted by conventional methods. She explores the science behind why mini-forests work and the myriad environmental

$25

A Piet Oudolf Story

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

A Piet Oudolf Story Deborah Chud Garden Designer, Consultant, and Educator Instructor Deborah Chud traces her discovery of the work of the Dutch garden designer, Piet Oudolf, her research on his plant combinations, and her use of that research to create a garden in his style. The class explores the historical context in which Oudolf emerged as a landscape designer and provides an introduction to his design principles—particularly his concept of structure and the special balance he creates between coherence and contrast. Toward the end of her talk, Deborah offers some practical Oudolfian “dos & don’ts” for home gardeners at

$25

Goldenrod Herbal Studies: Immune System Herbs Materia Medica

Bartram’s Garden Conference Room 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

  ​Do you… Want to expand and deepen your understand of some of the primary herbs to keep in your home apothecary? Want to study herbal medicine with others, in person?  Have a hard time finding reliable, well sourced info when trying to research herbal medicine online?  Want to know the best way to use each herb and what dosage to take Enjoy lecture-style learning? The Immune System Herbs Materia Medica workshop is part of the Goldenrod Herbal Studies series, taught by Clinical Herbalist Kelly McCarthy of Attic Apothecary. This workshop is divided into two days: December 3-4, 9am-3pm. It can

Little Explorers: Mud Month!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Wiggling worms and mud puddles make for fun art and science explorations!   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every second Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

SWWAG Workshop: How to Build a Raised Garden Bed

Coach House 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

This workshop is designed to help beginner to intermediate gardeners understand the basics of raised bed agriculture. You will learn about the history, benefits, and challenges of gardening with a raised bed. Finally, you will be guided through the process of planning, building, and sustaining a raised bed. Instructor: Hajjah Glover, Neighborhood and Home Garden Coordinator Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!      

Homeschooler Days: Signs & Portents!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

How do we know an animal has visited?  We look for signs: tracks, marks, burrows, nests, and scat.  (Yes, scat!)   ABOUT HOMESCHOOLER DAYS: Every second Wednesday, March through June and September through November, 10am-noon. For homeschoolers ages 5 -11 and their adult. For more information, email lgale@bartramsgarden.org

SWWAG Workshop: Soil with Supreme Compost

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

A six-step process that demonstrates the beginning stages of how to make compost, revealing the present condition of the city’s depleted soil and turning recycled food waste into dark, rich soil that will grow nutritious fruits and vegetables. Come learn in this beginner-level workshop! Instructor: Nefertari Muhammad, GMO and Compost Education Specialist at Supreme Compost. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!      

SWWAG Workshop: Intro to Spring Planting

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

Time to get planting! Come on down to Sankofa Community Farm and learn the basics of planting your spring garden. We will also cover springtime maintenance including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Instructor: Ty Holmberg, Sankofa Farm Co-Director. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!      

Wild Plants from Sovereign Lands (Norris Square Neighborhood Project)

Norris Square Neighborhood Project 2141 N Howard St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

LED BY LADY DANNI MORINICH Join the Bride on tours of six gardens in Philadelphia. These tours are led by master forager, Lady Danni Morinich, and study the natural life already living within urban development.  You will come away with more knowledge about the edible plants in your neighborhood and stories that connect the past, present and future of the land we have come to know as Philadelphia. April 15th Norris Square Neighborhood Project 2141 N Howard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122

Virtual Rain Barrel Workshop

Join us for this FREE webinar on rain barrels, and what you can do to better manage stormwater at home! Rain barrels store rain to be released in drier weather, helping our creeks by decreasing the impact of pollution and reducing demand on our stormwater system. Barrels also save you money because you’ll use less tap water. Use stored water for gardens and lawns, or to wash your patio furniture and cars. Learn more about rain barrels at this workshop, including tips about installation. This webinar will take place on Zoom. Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdO6gqjotGd0w2RXqg2x1_0oj9JcrOuWv Questions? Contact Ryan at ryan@ttfwatershed.org

Free

SWWAG Workshop: Greenhouse Basics

Bartram’s Garden Greenhouse Complex 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learning how to begin a garden when starting from seed, through the process of up potting. We will cover what tools and materials are needed for seed starting and how to care for seedlings. This workshop is perfect for beginners! Instructor: Sybria Devereaux Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!  

Homeschooler Days: Plant Diversity in the Garden

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Let’s dip our toes into plants’ world of biodiversity and learn what stories they have to tell!   ABOUT HOMESCHOOLER DAYS: Every second Wednesday, March through June and September through November, 10am-noon. For homeschoolers ages 5 -11 and their adult. For more information, email lgale@bartramsgarden.org

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! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community. Thursday walks will be held weekly at 5 PM between May 4-June 22.   We Walk PHL seeks to promote positive health outcomes, increase the use of Philadelphia’s park system, and create opportunities for people to pursue fitness goals while meeting their neighbors. We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets

Family Movie Night: Strange World

56th St. Plaza 3000 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA

Join us for the first Family Movie Night of the season! Bring your picnic blankets, bug spray, and snacks, and enjoy a free, family-friendly movie under the evening sky. We’ll have popcorn, lemonade, and water to share! No registration is necessary. We’ll be watching the Disney film Strange World (2022). Come early for the featured pre-movie activities we have planned: Community biking along the Bartram’s Mile Trail with our partner, The Bicycle Coalition from 4-6pm. Free bike rentals and helmets will be available at the Garden’s Bike Container. We encourage you to enter and park at the Garden’s 56th Street entrance

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.

Free

SWWAG Workshop: Paw Paw Propagation

POP Learning Orchard at The Woodlands 4100 Woodland Ave., Philadelphia, PA

The Pawpaw is an amazing native tropical fruit that produces prolifically in our region with little to no pest and disease pressure. Come learn how to propagate pawpaws via grafting in this intermediate-level workshop at the POP Learning Orchard and Nursery at 4100 Woodland Ave. Instructor: The Philadelphia Orchard Project (POP) Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!    

Historic Waynesborough Speaker Series: Ricardo Herrera

Historic Waynesborough 2049 Waynesborough Road, Paoli, PA, United States

What was life like for the Continental soldiers camped at Valley Forge during the dark, cold days of the American Revolution? How did they cope with weather, disease and lack of provisions? And what role did local hero General Anthony Wayne play during this challenging time? Award-winning historian Ricardo Herrera will talk about this and more at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 30, at Historic Waynesborough in Paoli. Dr. Herrera, a visiting professor at the Army War College in Carlisle, Pa., is the author of Feeding Washington’s Army: Surviving the Valley Forge Winter of 1778. His book brings to light some

$15

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

This Zoom webinar is a 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.

SWWAG Workshop: Trellising and Protecting Your Garden

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

Come learn how to build trellising for fruits and veggies to give them more room to grow and to protect your garden from pests. A beginner to intermediate level course! Instructor: Tish Golafaie Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!    

Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: The Power of Medicinal Plants Meditation Experience

Plant walk and meditation to deepen connections with plant allies. 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 Summer Meditation Workshop: Mindful Breath and Grounding

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 chosen area for the day from

Indigenous Phytotherapy Series: Indigenous Cosmovision, Spirituality and Medicinal Plants

Plant walk and meditation to deepen connections with plant allies. 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.