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SUMMARY:The Penn State Bio-Inspired Innovation Exchange: From Nature to Market
DESCRIPTION:Join Penn State faculty\, industry leaders\, investors\, entrepreneurs\, and translational research partners for a high-impact gathering designed to accelerate the pathway from bio-inspired discovery to real-world applications. Featured innovations will include advanced materials replacing toxic chemicals\, bio-inspired building materials\, and more. \nThe Innovation Exchange is designed for industry technology scouts\, R&D teams\, early-stage investors\, and prospective entrepreneurs to learn about cutting edge inventions emerging from Penn State Research. All research presented will be at an advanced Technology Readiness Level (TRL). \nPenn State is a leader in Bio-Inspired research\, with success translating research into commercial products. Be among the first to learn what’s next in this exciting multi-disciplinary convening! \nProgram Highlights Include: \nIndustry Keynote: From Bio-Inspired Innovation to Construction Market Adoptions\, with the founder of Mycocycle\nStartup Keynote: Turning Bio-Inspired Research into new Textile Products\, with the founder of Tandem Repeat\nHigh-TRL Technology Spotlight Sessions\nBreakthrough Research Presentations\nTechnology\, Research\, & IP Showcase\nFacilitated Networking Reception & Sponsored Small-Group Dinners \nHosted by Penn State’s Center for Living Multifunctional Material Systems\, Center for Biorenewablesand the Office of Technology Transfer
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-penn-state-bio-inspired-innovation-exchange-from-nature-to-market/
LOCATION:Cira Centre\, 2929 Arch Street\, 18th Floor\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Sustainable Building Materials,Sustainable Textiles
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SUMMARY:Riverbend's Merry & Mindful Makers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive afternoon at Riverbend’s Merry and Mindful Makers Market. We are hosting local artists\, makers and growers\, sharing their handmade\, eco-friendly gifts at our outdoor marketplace.\nPick up a holiday gift for someone special\, or take the time to explore the preserve with a warm drink and admire the leaves as the season changes. Entry is free\, but we ask that you RSVP at the link provided! \nStop by Riverbend on December 6th to take part in some s’mores roasting\, wreath making\, live painting + Mala-knotting demos\, games\, giveaways\, and our flea market! \nCome learn something new\, take part in wintery cheer\, and support our mission of sustainable living!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/riverbends-merry-mindful-makers-market/
LOCATION:Riverbend Environmental Education Center\, 1950 Spring Mill Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Environmental Art,Family Activities,family and kid friendly,Festival,Free Community Events,Hike,Local Textiles,Sustainable Textiles
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SUMMARY:After-School Enrichment: Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival and Intermediate Wilderness Survival
DESCRIPTION:This fall\, Awbury’s AdventureWoods is the place to be for hands-on outdoor fun! Children ages 8–11 can join Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival on Thursdays\, Sept 25–Oct 30\, 2025\, from 4–6 PM\, where they’ll learn the basics of archery\, try their hand at carving\, cook over a campfire\, and practice core survival skills like foraging\, knot-tying\, shelter-building\, and first aid. For older adventurers ages 11–15\, the Intermediate Wilderness Survival program runs Tuesdays\, Sept 23–Oct 28\, 2025\, from 4–6 PM\, taking things to the next level with advanced archery drills\, tool carving\, matchless fire-starting\, cooking\, and more complex survival challenges. Both 6-week sessions meet at AdventureWoods\, 6060 Ardleigh St.\, and cost $150 ($140 for Member Families)\, with space limited to 16 participants per group.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fall-planting-day-at-awbury/
LOCATION:Awbury Arboretum\, 2 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Arts & Culture,Children,Classes & Workshops,Community Events,Event,family and kid friendly,Family-friendly,Festival,Foraging and Herbal Education,Free Community Events,Germantown,Member Discount,Social,Sustainable Textiles,Tree Tenders
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SUMMARY:Baby Gear Group's Pop-Up Swaptacular
DESCRIPTION:Reduce\, reuse\, upcycle at Baby Gear Group’s Pop-Up Swaptacular! Out with the old\, in with the new baby clothes sizes Preemie/Newborn-5T\, as well as maternity clothing/gear\, toys\, books\, and small baby gear items – no strollers\, pack-n-plays\, high chairs\, etc\, please. All clothing should be gently used to new\, and other items in working/sanitary condition. \nWe operate the swap on an honor system\, asking that families take roughly the amount of items that they brought with them. An exception to this is expecting families! Expecting families are invited to take as-needed\, especially as newborn items/clothing are so popular to pass along. \nAll leftover items are donated locally or recycled for future swaps.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/baby-gear-groups-pop-up-swaptacular-2/
LOCATION:Mi Casita\, 1148 Wharton Street\,\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19148\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Activities,Sustainable Textiles
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SUMMARY:Intro to Machine Sewing- Tote Bag Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join STITCH AND DESTROY for their popular intro to machine sewing workshop! \nSTITCH AND DESTROY owners\, Haven and Corey\, will guide you through on how to use a sewing machine. We will go over sewing machine parts\, threading the machine\, and how to sew basic straight and zig zag stitches. After practicing with the machine\, Haven and Corey will teach you how to sew a reversable cotton tote bag. Pinning fabric and ironing will also be covered. Sewing machines\, pre-cut fabric\, thread and all other materials will be provided! We will be sewing on Singer Brilliance machines. \nAll levels are welcome! This is a beginner friendly workshop and you do not need any sewing experience. Half of the workshop will be going over how to use a sewing machine and the other half will be used as time to create your tote bag. This workshop is open to folks 18+. Our Intro To Sewing Machine Workshops are perfect for those who have never sewn or need a refresher on basics. \nSpace is limited in our studio- we are able to accommodate 6 attendees. Sign up now to secure your spot! \nLocation and Accessibility: \nThis workshop meets in-person for 3 hours. \nSTITCH AND DESTROY is located right off of South Street on 4th St in Philadelphia. Our address is 523 S 4th St. Philadelphia\, PA 19147. \nThere is limited metered street parking on our block and in this area it can be difficult to find parking. We suggest taking public transportation- Bus 40\, 57\, 12\, 47\, 42 and 21 are nearby. The Market-Frankford Line 5th St stop is 7 blocks away. The Broad Street Line Lombard-South stop is 10 blocks away. \nPlease arrive on time so that the workshop can begin at 6 PM. \nWe do have a bathroom available to attendees. The studio/workshop space is up 4 steps of stairs\, making this workshop not wheelchair accessible. Email stitchanddestroyclothing@gmail.com with any questions. \nWorkshop Policy: \nTicket refunds are available through eventbrite 7 days before the workshop. Please request refunds through eventbrite or email stitchanddestroyclothing@gmail.com. Please be mindful that space is limited in our small studio and there is a waitlist. Ticket processing fees are non-refundable. \nIn the case of last-minute cancellations\, after the 7-day refund window\, due to sickness or unexpected unavailability STITCH AND DESTROY will offer attendee a ‘Workshop Credit’ equal to the price of the purchased Workshop Ticket [not including Eventbrite processing fee]. This will be in the form of a personalized Coupon Code\, which can be applied to any one upcoming workshop we offer within the year. If this circumstance occurs\, please email StitchAndDestroyClothing@gmail.com ASAP- this credit is only available if we hear from you prior to workshop’s commencement. \nIn the event that STITCH AND DESTROY cancels this workshop\, an alternate date will be chosen and ticket refunds will be available to all that are unable to attend the alternate date.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/intro-to-machine-sewing-tote-bag-workshop-2/
LOCATION:STITCH AND DESTROY\, 523 South 4th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artists' Workshop Series,Circular Fashion,Classes & Workshops,Classes and Workshops,Community Events,Sustainable Textiles,Workshop,Workshops,Workshops & Seminars
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SUMMARY:Downcycling\, Recycling and Reuse: Fabscrap Education Session
DESCRIPTION:Downcycling\, Recycling and Reuse: Fabscrap Education Session\nSaturday\, June 7\, 2025 \n2:00 PM-4:00 PM \nIn this education session\, Fabscrap will introduce visitors to the issues of fashion’s pre-consumer textile waste\, as well as the need for downcycling\, recycling and reuse for both waste reduction and a shift toward circularity. \nFabscrap is a nonprofit organization based in Brooklyn\, New York City that has pioneered a system to recycle and reuse fabric waste\, creating an accessible materials resource for creative communities\, while reducing the fashion industry’s impact on the planet. \nThis event is part of The Ecology of Fashion Workshop Series. Learn more.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/downcycling-recycling-and-reuse-fabscrap-education-session/
LOCATION:The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University\, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Textiles
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SUMMARY:Sheep Shearing Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 26 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm\nSheep Shearing Day \nExperience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then\, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning\, weaving\, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking\, sewing\, candle-dipping\, and more. Visit our Museum Shop for historically-inspired gifts for all ages. We can’t wait to see “ewe” there! \nAll ages; free
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sheep-shearing-day/
LOCATION:Peter Wentz Farmstead\, 2030 Shearer Road\, Lansdale\, PA\, 19446\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Event,Family,Family Activities,Family and Kids,Family Fun,Family-friendly,Free,Free Community Events,History,Kids,Local Textiles,Montgomery County,Outdoor Event,Sustainable Textiles
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SUMMARY:Conscious Fashion: Weaving a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 30\, 2025 \n6:00 PM-8:00 PM \nOn Thursday\, January 30\, join us for a Town Square discussion on clothing and where it comes from. \nA cozy sweater to match your jeans\, a new scarf to go with your coat\, a few stylish shirts for the gym and maybe those cute yoga pants — shopping for clothes is fun\, and depending on your tastes\, affordable. But there are bigger costs than the price tag you see at the store. Every item in your closet has gone through many steps in a complex production process\, from harvesting fibers\, dyeing\, and sewing to shipping and sales. And each step for these garments has major environmental consequences. \nWHYY’s Maiken Scott will chat about sustainable fashion with Heidi Barr\, co-founder and CEO of PA Flax Project; Rachel Higgins\, co-founder of PA Fibershed and instructor at Drexel University in the fashion industry and merchandising program; and Kimberly McGlonn\, designer\, CEO of NOOR by Grant Blvd and author. They will talk about their work in the fashion industry and address the challenges we face together in building a local\, more sustainable supply chain. \nRegister for Conscious Fashion: Weaving a Sustainable Future \nThis event is a part of the Academy Town Square Series. Learn more.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/conscious-fashion-weaving-a-sustainable-future/
LOCATION:The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University\, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Textiles
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SUMMARY:PA Fibershed Industry Happy Hour: A Sustainable Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we kick off the holiday season at our Industry Happy Hour on Thursday\, November 21st from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event is for professionals in the fashion\, textile\, and home goods industries who are passionate about sustainability\, circularity and local sourcing. It’s a great opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and hear about PA Fibershed’s exciting plans for 2025. \nEnjoy refreshments\, including wine\, beer\, and light bites\, while growing your network\, engaging in insightful conversations\, and sharing your commitment to a sustainable future with new and old friends! \nAdmission \n\n\nFREE for members when the discount code is applied at checkout (find the discount code in the member hub) \n\n\n$10 for non-members. \n\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/pa-fibershed-industry-happy-hour-a-sustainable-networking-event/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Fashion Incubator\, 706 South 4th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Textiles
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T230000
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SUMMARY:Rework the Runway
DESCRIPTION:Rework the Runway is a sustainable fashion show and design competition happening on Earth Day 2024 at North Bowl in Philadelphia. \n10-15 hand-selected Philly-based designers will use secondhand clothing and recycled materials to create one-of-a-kind reworked looks to be featured in a fashion show. The winner of the competition will win a full 4-way rack inside Urban Exchange Project to sell their items at full profit for 2 months as well as a First Friday event highlighting their residency. \nUrban Exchange Project will also be releasing its line of recycled and reworked pieces in the 2nd portion of the show. \nJoin us for a night of fun\, fashion\, creativity\, and community! There will be food & drinks provided by North Bowl\, bowling\, art\, and a vintage sustainable night market out front. \nEvent is 21+ due to venue restrictions.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/rework-the-runway/
LOCATION:Northbowl\, 909 N 2nd St\, Philadelphia\, 19123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Art,Events,Partner Event,Sustainable Textiles
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