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  • Medicinal Invasive Plants & Responsible Wildcrafting

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Learn the medicinal uses of common garden invaders, and how they can be part of a more responsible approach to harvesting medicinal plants in the wild. Rachelan Griffin discusses endangered and threatened native medicinal plants, responsible wildcrafting practices, and the cultivation of these important but rapidly disappearing herbal powerhouses. The lecture will be followed by a walk in the gardens. This class is rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sunday, October 20, 2024 (Rain Date: Sunday, October 27). About the Instructor: Rachelan Griffin is a trained Herbalist

    $29

  • Mapping MWEEs in Pennsylvania’s STEELS Standards

    Stroud Water Research Center 970 Spencer Rd, Avondale, PA, United States

    When: Monday, October 28, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Where: Stroud Water Research Center, 970 Spencer Road, Avondale, PA 19311. Cost: Free, including lunch. Credits: Six Act 48 continuing education hours will be provided for Pa. Certified Teachers.Dress comfortably and for the weather. The event is rain or shine. Register NowJoin us at Stroud Water Research Center, where we will examine the Pennsylvania Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy, and Sustainability (STEELS) K–12 Standards, with a focus on the environmental literacy and sustainability standards. We’ll explore identifying natural phenomena, shifts in practices, and cross-cutting concepts specific to STEELS. Participants

  • Experimental Woven Collage Making with Sammy Kovnat (SKOVeS)

    Da Vinci Art Alliance 704 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    his experimental collage class will teach participants to make their own paper collage weavings! We will explore the idea of finding healing through intuitive art making and getting lost in the process of creating, by weaving together strips of different colored paper, mixing in other collaged elements, and letting the materials and process dictate what our creations become. DVAA uses art to connect people and build collective resilience in spaces across Greater Philadelphia. Please consider a donation of $10 to support this event and more like it! About the Exhibition: What do we do with the shards of something broken—especially

    Free

  • Late Season Perennials for Wildlife

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Take an in-depth look at how plants that add fall and winter interest to the home garden also serve as lifelines for local wildlife. Explore the intricate connections between native plants and the animals that have evolved alongside them. A garden walk to view the plants follows the lecture. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, November 23, 2024. About the Instructor: Leah Brooks is the Public Programs Coordinator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of Delaware in Environmental Science and Wildlife Ecology. She is a Delaware Master Naturalist

    $29

  • Hand Turkey Plush Workshop!

    915 Spring Garden St 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Craft a Classic with a Cozy Twist! 🧡🖐️🦃🤎 Celebrate the season with THECOLORG's Hand Turkey Plush Workshop, where creativity meets nostalgia! Inspired by the classic hand-traced turkey, this workshop lets you design your own fabric and sew your very own plush turkey friend, perfect for Thanksgiving decor or as a fun seasonal gift. Open to all skill levels and ages, this hands-on session is a cozy way to kick off the holiday spirit with family and friends. 🏡💟 🧵What’s Included: -All materials provided: fabric, materials for designing & decorating, stuffing, and more -Guidance from an experienced artist -Mix of hand

    $15

  • Elegant Winter Container Workshop: Section A

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Give entryways an elegant look from now until the new year with a classic outdoor urn arrangement. This hands-on class includes an introduction to design principles and all the elements needed to create a long-lasting display of native winterberry, magnolia, and evergreen branches. Bring hand pruners and a large box to transport finished container home. This program takes place at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, December 6, 2024. The instructor, Susan Dixon. is the perennial plant buyer and department manager at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin, DE. She has studied ornamental horticulture at New York Botanical Garden and is currently

    $79

  • Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Do you have invasive vines growing in your yard? Join Riverbend staff for the first event in our Sustainable Living Series to learn how to remove vines and turn them into something beautiful. We’ll begin the workshop outside with some easy-to-follow instructions on removing invasive vines like English Ivy and five-leaf akebia. Clippers and work gloves will be provided. Next we’ll move inside Riverbend’s barn to turn the vines into a decoration you can enjoy in your own home or gift to a loved one. Every participant will receive a wooden wreath frame and have access to tools and supplies

    $40

  • Pyrography: Holiday Ornament Workshop

    AMSTERDAM
    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Create your own beautiful wood-burned artwork in this one-of-a-kind workshop. Discover different woodburning techniques, compare how different types of wood burn, and explore your artistic side by creating various textures, shapes, and designs with a simple to use wood burning pen! Leave this workshop with unique ornaments that will make the perfect holiday gift or addition to your tree. Woodburning supplies, gift wrapping materials, and festive holiday snacks are provided! This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Friday, December 13, 2024. About the Instructor: Nicole DeLizzio is the Arborist Assistant at the Mt. Cuba Center. She holds

    $79

  • Visible Mending Workshop

    Twentieth Century Club 84 South Lansdowne Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    Visible mending is an art of repair and sentimentality. Whether you’re interested in offsetting the negative effects of fast fashion, preserving meaningful objects, or simply enjoy the meditative act of sewing and embroidering, this workshop will provide a space for you to do so. This three-hour workshop is a place to commune, connect and share with others as you learn mending techniques for reviving old clothes, linens, and fabrics. Participants should bring things that need mending. Fabric, thread, and basic sewing tools will be provided. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to bring their own tools and any fabric or thread

    Free

  • 2025 March For Art

    InLiquid Gallery 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States +1 more

    Join us next week for the 2025 March for Art, InLiquid’s reimagined Annual Benefit & Auction. Our annual celebration, located in the Crane Arts Building, showcases over 300 works of art from artists, designers, and craftspeople from across all mediums. In addition to an experimental video installation and a pop-up cash-and-carry jewelry boutique, with several events happening over the next two weeks! UNITE: Join at the NextFab parking lot as we bring together the Greater Philadelphia arts and cultural sector for a peaceful unity procession down the N. American Street Corridor. Feel free to stop at the galleries along the

    $100,

  • Design A Doodad: Designing for Community

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, United States

    "Design is a response to social change." - George Nelson Join us on Saturday, March 22, as we welcome social designer + strategist Verónica M. Ayala-Flores as we explore how you can take action--YOUR WAY. For this hands-on workshop we’ll share practical tools to help you start or strengthen your journey as a force for positive change. Whether you're picking up litter on your block, starting a community garden, getting to know your neighbors, joining a committee, or advocating for a cause, the most important step is simply getting started. Activism takes many forms—big and small—and every effort makes a

    $35 – $45

  • Join Wissahickon Trails for a Community Feedback Event

    Wissahickon Valley Public Library Blue Bell Main Library 650 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA, United States

    The future of our trails, waterways, and open spaces starts with you! Join Wissahickon Trails for a walk-through event on April 1st, where you can share your thoughts in a quick, interactive format. It only takes 20 minutes, but your input will last for years to come. We invite you to help shape the next strategic plan for Wissahickon Trails and the natural spaces we all value. The event will be held at the Blue Bell Branch of the Wissahickon Valley Public Library from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Whether you hike our trails, explore our waterways, or simply enjoy

    Free

  • Philly Maker Faire

    Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come see what Philly Makes! Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects. Philly Maker Faire is a volunteer-organized, family-friendly celebration featuring local do-it-yourself science, art, robots, crafts, tech, music, hands-on-activities, and more.

  • Nurture with Nature: Therapeutic Horticulture

    Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

    Working with the healing power of plants can help to decrease stress and anxiety, process grief, and improve overall well-being. Combining eco-mindfulness and creative activities, the workshops in this series invite participants to learn about the uses and roles of specific native plants through the lens of natural cycles. Workshops are led by Kate Irvine, a licensed Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner and mixed media artist. Participants are welcome to attend one, some, or all four 2025 sessions. This May 17th session will take place in Nature’s Sanctuary, a green burial habitat at Laurel Hill West. We’ll utilize pressed flowers and collage

    $2.00 – $20.00

  • 12Gates: The POETS’ Studio–June Writing Workshop

    Twelve Gates Arts 106 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    We are excited to introduce June's featured Poet of the Month: Kirwyn Sutherland! Sutherland will give a reading and lead us through a generative writing workshop from 7 pm-8:30 pm on June 3rd, 2025 at 12Gates, located at 106 N 2nd St. Doors open at 6:30pm and close promptly at 7pm. Curated by Sanam Sheriff, THE POETS' STUDIO is a monthly gathering for local poets who are interested in writing, sharing, and connecting through poetry. This event is free and open to all who are interested in engaging more deeply with lyric and the written word. For more information about

    Free