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SUMMARY:PFAS: What they are and what we can do
DESCRIPTION:Learn about PFAS chemicals and how we can take action to address them\n\n\nHosted by Haverford Township EAC\, learn about PFAS chemicals\, what they are\, and what we can do.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/pfas-what-they-are-and-what-we-can-do/
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SUMMARY:Make and Mend
DESCRIPTION:A textile reuse\, mending\, and upcycling gathering. Drop-in every other week!\n\n\nBYO mending projects. I’ll be on hand to help\, whether it’s darning\, patching\, or something else. Some basic supplies (needles\, embroidery thread\, pins\, scissors\, sewing machine\, iron\, interfacing\, basic thread) will be provided. \nFeel free to BYO handcraft\, specific color thread\, etc. \nThis gathering is about repairing our clothes and extending the life of our textile belongings\, together. Come fix that hole in your sock\, sew on that button\, hem that pair of pants. \nShow up\, hang out\, and fix your things. \nWhile this isn’t a formal workshop or class\, support is available for problem solving and technique. We can look at things and figure them out together. Some sewing experience is helpful\, but not required. Demos are available for new techniques and tricks. \nEvery other Wednesday evening\, 6:30-8:30pm\, at Starr Garden Community Center. Suggested donation is $10 for supplies\, but everyone is welcome regardless. Pay what you can\, and no one is turned away for lack of funds. \n \nAbout your Host: Hi I’m Tess and I’ll be there\, fixing my socks and sweaters\, my homie’s pant button\, etc. Usually darning by hand. I’m an artist and apprenticing tailor. I love sewing\, weaving\, and creative problem solving – big and small. I think gathering and practicing skills of resilience is powerful in our times\, and fun. Let’s creatively repair together! \nAbout your Location: This event is located in the Starr Garden Playground rec center. When you enter the gates for the playground you will walk to the right of the building to the entrance that is facing Lombard Street.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/make-and-mend/
LOCATION:Starr Garden Recreation Center\, 600-44 Lombard Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States
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SUMMARY:Trolley Modernization Program: Route 36 Virtual Open House
DESCRIPTION:SEPTA is pursuing a program of new vehicles and enhanced stations to modernize an aging and inaccessible rail system for all. \nIf you want to learn more about the Route 36 Trolley Modernization initiative\, register to join the conversation via Zoom.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/trolley-modernization-program-route-36-virtual-open-house/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:Free Community Events
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Fundraising: A Hands-On Workshop for Sustainable Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fundraising workshop designed to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to succeed in today’s fundraising landscape\n\n\nJoin us for a fundraising workshop designed to empower fiscally sponsored projects and nonprofits with the tools and strategies needed to succeed in today’s fundraising landscape. Led by John Hatfield\, this series will provide hands-on\, practical guidance for building sustainable fundraising models\, securing corporate and in-kind contributions\, and executing effective giving campaigns. Participants will leave each session with actionable plans tailored to their unique goals\, and prepare them for the year ahead.  \n \n\n\n\nAbout John Hatfield: \nJohn Hatfield is a Professor of Practice teaching a graduate Arts Management program at Tyler School of Art\, Temple University. New to teaching\, he has worked as an arts professional in multiple capacities for over 35 years including 10 years as Executive Director of Socrates Sculpture Park in Queens\, NY\, 17 years as Deputy Director of the New Museum\, NY\, and working as Asst. V.P.  for the L.M.D.C. the NYC State Government agency rebuilding lower Manhattan after 9/11.  As a Executive Director\, increased the annual operating budget from $850K to $1.8M\, raising money from individuals\, foundations\, businesses and government sources. During this 10 year tenure\, completed a $7.4M capital campaign for an adaptable reuse shipping container building as the first permanent home of the organization.  At the New Museum\, he oversaw all annually earned revenue sources of income. \nHe’s managed to make a living in the arts his entire professional career and helps others do the same. 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/unlocking-fundraising-a-hands-on-workshop-for-sustainable-growth/
LOCATION:CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia\, 1315 Walnut Street\, #Unit 300\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Noon Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!\n\n\nEnjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime. The winter is an excellent time for birding\, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos\, sparrows\, and spasuckers. If it’s too cold\, we will stay inside and watch the feeders. We will not hike if it is actively raining. However\, join us on the porch to watch the feeders.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/noon-bird-walks-4/
LOCATION:Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House)\, 300 West Northwestern Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19118\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Together with a favorite grown-up\, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks\, art\, music and stories as part of the hands-on\, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning.\n$20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership.\nRegister Now
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sprouts-18/
LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagys Mill Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at the Jannette Street Trailhead\nOur meeting location location will not require hiking to access from the available parking areas.\nPlease note that there will not be bathroom access during the service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wednesday-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower-17/
LOCATION:Jannette Street Trailhead\, 699 Green Ln\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Uncle Bobbie's X Down North Pizza - We The Pizza Book Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Uncle Bobbie’s as we welcome owner of Down North Pizza\, Muhammad Hadi\n\n\nWe are so excited to welcome Muhammad Abdul- Hadi\, founder and owner of Down North Pizza\, for the launch of his new book\, “We The Pizza: Slangin’ Pies & Savin’ Lives”.  \nThere are few things more inspirational than the company and mission that Muhammad built and once you hear his story\, you’ll be inclined to join the movement… and run down North to get you a slice! \nMuhammad will be in conversation with writer\, journalist and the owner of Uncle Bobbie’s\, Marc Lamont Hill  \nQ&A will follow the discussion. \nLIMITED OPPORTUNITY: Get a $10 gift card to Down North Pizza for just $5! Only 50 available so get yours now! \nAll copies of We The Pizza will be signed. \nSee you there! \n****** \nAbout the book: \nKnock-out recipes for award-winning\, Philadelphia-style pizzas\, wings\, shakes\, and more\, from Down North\, the pizzeria owned and operated exclusively by formerly incarcerated people\, featuring poignant stories from its employees. \nCreated and launched by Philly born-and-bred entrepreneur Muhammad Abdul-Hadi\, the mission of Down North Pizza is to reduce recidivism rates in North Philly and serve up the most insanely delicious food while doing it. \nWe the Pizza tells the Down North story about how the restaurant fulfills its mission to educate and support the formerly incarcerated while serving dope food. A testament to survival and second chances\, this cookbook offers recipes for the tender\, crispy-edged\, square-cut\, sauce-on-top pies that are Down North’s signature dish; a whole chapter is devoted to vegetarian and vegan pizzas like No Better Love made with four cheeses and the arrabbiata-inspired Norf Sauce\, while the meat and seafood pizza chapter features their most popular Roc the Mic pepperoni pie as well as the smoky berbere-brisket Tales of a Hustler and Say Yes\, topped with jerk turkey sausage\, roasted butternut squash\, kale\, ricotta\, and lemon-honey drizzle. \nThe 65 recipes for pizzas along with classic and creative wings\, fries\, lemonades\, and shakes are paired with cinematic photography of the pizzas in their natural setting and out in the wilds of Philadelphia\, with lots of journalistic-style photography of the Down North crew making dough and slinging pies. At the same time\, We the Pizza provides detailed historical information about incarceration in the United States along with empowering stories from Down North’s formerly incarcerated staff. And with exclusive pizza recipes from renowned chef-supporters like Marc Vetri and Marcus Samuelsson\, We the Pizza celebrates ingeniously delicious pizza\, as well as the power people have to rise above their circumstances—if simply given the chance. \n \nAbout the author: \nMuhammad Abdul-Hadi is the founder and owner of Down North Pizza\, the mission-driven restaurant that exclusively hires formerly incarcerated individuals and serves up pies with a purpose in the Strawberry Mansion community in Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania.  \nDown North Pizza is the culmination of Abdul-Hadi’s 13-year vision as a serial entrepreneur. It’s a concept that has long been ingrained in him; a place where he’s contributing to the economic improvement of underserved communities through excellent food and quality customer service. “What drives me is creating opportunities for the people around me and giving them the tools and resources to succeed. Seeing staff laugh knowing they come from the same struggle but have a life to look forward to and build.”  \n \n… \nDoors open at 6:30pm. \nBuy your book now and save on the General Admission fee! \nAll tickets are non-refundable. \nStreet parking available. Wheelchair accessible entrance also available through the rear parking lot. \nChildren older than 5-years old need a ticket for entry.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/uncle-bobbies-x-down-north-pizza-we-the-pizza-book-tour/
LOCATION:Greene Street Friends School\, 20 W. Armat St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sustainability in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Ready to help solve Philly’s biggest sustainability challenges? Join Green Philly for “Sustainability in Motion\,” an interactive event giving you the chance to collaborate with like-minded individuals and take a dive deep into local issues\, from waste reduction to climate change. \nFacilitated by sustainability leaders and local experts\, engage in thoughtful discussions around solutions focused on policy\, business and communities that impact our everyday lives. \nFacilitators include: \nEcoWurd\nGreen Building United\nTrash Academy\nPA Fibershed\nand more to be announced soon!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sustainability-in-motion/
LOCATION:The Discovery Center\, 3401 Reservoir Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Community Meetup,Food & Drink,Free,Free Community Events,History,LGBTQIA+
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SUMMARY:One on One with Jessie Lawrence
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on January 16th\, 2025 for a one-on-one discussion with Jessie Lawrence\, Philly’s new Director of Planning and Development.\n\n\nPlease join us on January 16th\, 2025 for a one-on-one discussion with Jessie D. Lawrence\, the new Director of Planning and Development for the City of Philadelphia. \nJessie D. Lawrence has nearly 20 years of experience in public and privately driven real estate development\, urban planning\, entitlements\, and land policies. He most recently worked in administration of Philadelphia’s 100th Mayor\, the honorable Cherelle L. Parker\, as Associate Deputy Mayor for Planning and Strategic Initiatives. His experience has primarily been with the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority\, the Philadelphia Land Bank\, and the Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation. In the latter of the three\, he served as the Director of Real Estate where he directed a multi-faceted land management team in securing interagency approvals\, from multiple boards of directors and City Council\, that have allowed for the sale and disposition of publicly owned land in Philadelphia. Much of this work has gone on to foster the recent affordable housing\, tax credit projects\, and social-impacting developments that exist throughout Philadelphia today. Most recently\, his team’s work at PHDC has directly supported the production of affordable homeownership opportunities marketed by the Turn The Key program under City Council’s Neighborhood Preservation Initiative. Consequently\, his combination of experiences has allowed him to effectively navigate public sector policies and operations through pushing project schedules\, troubleshooting anticipatory delays\, and interfacing with city and community leaders as well as private sector developers. \n \nThis event will be held at the Center for Design Philadelphia. \nLight refreshments will be served. \n \nFor more information\, click HERE!
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LOCATION:Center for DesignPhiladelphia\, 1218 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Careers in the Energy Sector: Energy Week Alumni Panel
DESCRIPTION:Accomplished alumni working in the field of energy share insights for preparing for a successful entrance into the energy sector.\n\n\nThis event is a part of Energy Week at Penn\, a week of energy-focused events across Penn’s campus.\n \nBrowse and register for other Energy Week events: energyweek.upenn.edu\n\n\nPlease join us for a reception at the Kleinman Center following the talk!\nInterested in a career in the energy sector? The Kleinman Center will host a panel discussion between accomplished alumni working in the field of energy which will focus on preparing students for a successful entrance into the energy sector. Panelists will discuss their career trajectories\, the lessons they have learned\, the trends that they observe\, and will offer recommendations to students interested in entering this sector. This program will be an invaluable opportunity for students and advisors. \nThis event is co-sponsored with the Wharton ESG Initiative.  \nModerator \nAlison Knasin\, Manager\, Energy Justice Lab \nSpeakers \nDerek Wong Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs\, Excelerate EnergyKelly-Ann Corrigan Chief Operating Officer\, RunwiseLolita K. Jackson\, Executive Director of Sustainable Cities\, Sustainable Capital LLP \nFind full bios and event details at the Energy Week at Penn website. \nPlease note this is an in-person event. We look forward to welcoming guests to the Kleinman Center’s Energy Forum. \nPlease join us for a reception following the event!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/careers-in-the-energy-sector-energy-week-alumni-panel-4/
LOCATION:Kleinman Center for Energy Policy\, 220 S. 34th St.\, University of Pennsylvania\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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SUMMARY:How Can Cities Advance Climate Action?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on how cities can fill a leadership vacuum on climate and spur global climate action.\n\n\nDuring Donald Trump’s presidency from 2017 to 2021\, cities played a critical role in advancing the climate change agenda\, often stepping in to fill the leadership vacuum left by national rollbacks on environmental policies. Urban centers like New York City and Bristol\, England\, as well as many others\, spearheaded ambitious initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions\, invest in renewable energy\, and promote climate resilience. Many cities reaffirmed their commitment to the Paris Agreement through coalitions like the We Are Still In campaign and the Climate Mayors network. Globally\, cities integrated climate action into urban planning\, demonstrating that local governance could drive meaningful progress on climate despite national inertia or global gridlock. \nFast forward to 2025\, and Trump holds the US presidency once again. He has withdrawn from the Paris Agreement and promises to increase domestic fossil fuel production and reverse many renewable energy provisions and related tax incentives. How will cities respond this time around? Can they fill a leadership vacuum on climate and spur global action? What might help or hinder them? Join us at Perry World House for this expert discussion. \n\n\nSPEAKERS\n \nLolita K. Jackson MBE is the executive director of sustainable cities at Sustainable Development Capital LLP\, a multibillion-pound FTSE 250 climate investment firm. Jackson is a frequent speaker at global gatherings and universities on the topics of climate diplomacy and public and private sector engagement on climate. She previously worked for the NYC Mayor’s Office for fifteen years in a variety of roles\, lastly as the Special Advisor for Climate Policy & Programs\, where she was the climate diplomat for NYC. Jackson is a member of the British-American Project’s US advisory board\, a member of GlobalScot; a trustee of the Jazz Museum in Harlem; a board member of the St Andrew’s Society of New York; and president of the Penn Alumni Class of 1989. She was named to the City & State’s “Energy & Environment Power 100” list for 2022 and was named a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 2021. Jackson is a professional singer\, having performed on four continents and at Carnegie Hall. She is an alumna of the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Engineering and Applied Science\, majoring in applied science with a concentration in chemical engineering. \nMarvin Rees was the first person of Black African heritage elected as mayor of any major European city\, serving as Mayor of Bristol from 2016 to 2024. His tenure was marked by a blend of political and social leadership\, earning him numerous awards and an international reputation for his impactful governance. Marvin has been a strong proponent of the potential of urbanization to address global challenges. He delivered a TED Talk in 2022 on the critical role cities play in combating climate change. He has been widely recognised as an effective leader. He chaired the Local Government Association’s City Regions Board and Core Cities UK. He is a Yale World Fellow and holds an Honorary Doctorate from Swansea University and an Honorary Professorship with the University of Bristol. In 2021 he was a recipient of the Penn IUR International Urban Leadership Award\, for leaders guiding cities to sustainable\, vibrant futures. He is a founder member of the Mayors Migration Council\, the 3Ci and sits of the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on the Future of Cities. Before entering politics\, Rees worked with Tearfund\, the BBC\, and the National Health Service\, where he focused on reducing health disparities. His is graduate of Operation Black Vote played a pivotal role in his journey\, equipping him to navigate and challenge systemic barriers and he is a Yale World Fellow. In Jan 2024 he was named an OBE in eth New Years Honours List for services to local government. His leadership is rooted in his personal journey. Growing up as a mixed-race son of a single white mother in 1970s Britain\, he faced racism and stigma. This shaped his commitment to social justice\, racial equality\, and poverty alleviation. His lived experiences drive his advocacy for inclusive policies and social mobility\, ensuring that opportunities are accessible to all. \nSince joining ICLEI USA in 2016\, Kale Roberts has provided technical assistance to hundreds of cities and counties on climate action planning\, SDG-alignment\, biodiversity\, and sustainability planning. In his role as Deputy Director\, Kale ensures the ICLEI USA team is supported to deliver on our mission and that organizational operations are serving our vision for a sustainable\, resilient future where everyone in our communities can thrive. As advocacy lead\, Kale conects U.S. local governments to the United Nations’ Local Governments and Municipal Authorities (LGMA) major group and works to enhance city-state-national collaboration on climate and sustainability. \n \nMODERATOR\nParrish Bergquist is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Political Science Department. She studies the political determinants of environmental policy—in the US and abroad—with a particular focus on public will and political behavior. The three major strands of her research focus on explaining the development of attitudes and policy views about climate change and the environment\, examining how public environmental concern is activated in the political system\, and explaining the drivers and consequences of state-level climate policies in the polarized US political context. Throughout her work\, she focuses on environmental politics to develop and test theories on polarization\, public opinion\, persuasion\, and mobilization. In turn\, she applies these lines of theory to one of the most important contemporary policy challenges. Her research has been published in scholarly outlets including the Journal of Politics\, British Journal of Political Science\, Nature Climate Change\, Nature Energy\, and Environmental Research Letters.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/how-can-cities-advance-climate-action/
LOCATION:Perry World House\, 3803 Locust Walk\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Forests to Farmlands: Navigating Tradeoffs in Land Use for Renewable Energy
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore solutions for balancing renewable growth & land use.\n\n\nAs the U.S. accelerates its clean energy transition\, land use conflicts between renewable energy infrastructure and agricultural or forested landscapes have become increasingly important. States are grappling with this challenge in various ways. In Massachusetts the installation of ground-mount solar systems has led to notable losses in forest carbon\, biodiversity\, and agricultural land productivity since 2010. This discussion will examine the tradeoffs involved in siting renewable energy projects in the Northeast and beyond. Join us to explore strategies for scaling solar energy responsibly\, ensuring that we preserve the environmental and cultural values of natural and working lands. \n\n\nSpeaker\n\n\nJonathan Thompson is a forest landscape ecologist whose research focuses on long-term and broad-scale changes in forest ecosystems\, with an emphasis on quantifying how land use – including harvest\, conversion\, and land protection – affects forest ecosystem processes and services. He is the Principal Investigator for the Harvard Forest Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) program\, sponsored by the National Science Foundation and involving more than 100 scientists and students investigating the dynamics of the New England landscape. He also leads the New England Landscape Futures project\, which collaborates with diverse stakeholders from throughout the region to build and evaluate scenarios that show how land-use choices and climate change could shape the landscape over the next 50 years. Thompson holds a PhD in Forest Ecology (2008) and a MS in Forest Policy (2004) from Oregon State University. \nGrace Wu is an Assistant Professor in the Environmental Studies Program at UC Santa Barbara. Before joining UCSB\, Grace was a Smith Conservation Fellow at The Nature Conservancy and the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis. She was also a UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellow at the John Muir Institute of the Environment at UC Davis. She was trained in systems thinking and interdisciplinary approaches in the Energy and Resources Group at UC Berkeley. \n\n\nModerator\n\n\nThabo Lenneiye is the inaugural managing director of the Carl H. Goldsmith Sustainable Agriculture Fund at the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy\, where she leads research at the intersection of sustainable agriculture\, climate\, and energy policy. Her work focuses on building a comprehensive research agenda that explores how agriculture can address the challenges posed by climate change and the global energy transition. Lenneiye is also a senior fellow with the Center for Leadership and Change Management at the Wharton School. \nHer experience reflects a deep commitment to societal impact. Before joining the Kleinman Center\, she served as managing director of Penn Praxis\, where she oversaw strategic planning\, business development\, and operations for the applied research center focused on social impact at the University of Pennsylvania. At Gensler\, a global design firm\, she not only worked as an architect and project manager but also collaborated with the executive team to drive initiatives related to justice\, inclusion\, and social impact. Notably\, she led the establishment of Gensler’s Africa practice and supported CEO Diane Hoskins in her role on the Obama Administration’s Presidential Advisory Council for Doing Business in Africa (PACDBIA). Additionally\, she served as the inaugural secretary of the Board for the African Union Pan-African Diaspora Women’s Association from 2017 to 2018. \n\n\n\nThis event is a part of Energy Week at Penn\, a week of energy-focused events across Penn’s campus. Browse and register for other Energy Week events: energyweek.upenn.edu\n\nPlease note this is an in-person event. We look forward to welcoming guests to the Kleinman Center’s Energy Forum. A recording will be available on the Kleinman Center website the following day. \nBoxed lunches will be available to go following the event!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/forests-to-farmlands-navigating-tradeoffs-in-land-use-for-renewable-energy/
LOCATION:Kleinman Center for Energy Policy\, 220 S. 34th St.\, University of Pennsylvania\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T093000
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SUMMARY:Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Together with a favorite grown-up\, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks\, art\, music and stories as part of the hands-on\, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning.\n$20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership.\nRegister Now
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sprouts-17/
LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagys Mill Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T080000
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SUMMARY:2025 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Summit is a science-based meeting inviting researchers and community members from the Delaware Estuary to share insights and discoveries\n\n\nThe 2025 Delaware Estuary Science and Environmental Summit will be held in Wilmington\, DE\, at the Chase Center on the Riverfront. \n \nThe theme of the event is Bridging the Gap Between Science\, Policy\, and Action. The summit will feature three tracks with sessions like Living Resources\, Sediment Material Management\, Climate Change\, and more! A link to the full program is here\, including more than 70 talks and poster presentations. \n \nRegistration rates will increase on January11! \n \nA light breakfast and lunch are included with registration. \n \nPlease note that if you wish to attend the dinner on Tuesday\, February 11\, there is a separate ticket available for purchase (this is not included Summit registration). \n \n\n\nThank you to our sponsors!\n\n\n\n \n \nThe Partnership for the Delaware Estuary is committed to providing equal access to information about its programs\, events and activities\, including document translation services for all individuals. If you require accommodations to participate in this event please contact us at least 1 week before the event. \nAny requests for reasonable accommodations or questions about any of PDE’s non-discrimination programs\, policies\, or procedures can be directed to PDE’s designated civil rights coordinator: Brian Yerger\, Director of Business Operations\, 110 South Poplar St. Suite 202 Wilmington DE 19801\, 302.655.4990 Byerger@delawareestuary.org \n \n\n\nPress Policy \nPartnership for the Delaware Estuary welcomes journalists\, reporters\, radio personalities\, photographers\, film crews\, and other members of the traditional news media to the 2025 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit. \nDue to funding and space constraints\, a limited number of press passes are available for the 2025 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit. Please review the following policies and deadlines for requesting a press pass. \n\nPress must present credentials to verify affiliation with print\, broadcast\, or recognized Internet media. Business or organizational membership cards are not sufficient to establish eligibility.\n\n\nEligibility is subject to approval by PDE. You will be notified if your request for complimentary press credentials is approved\, denied\, or if additional information is needed to confirm your status.\n\n\nWorking press may not solicit business from attendees\, exhibitors\, or any participants during the PDE summit.\n\n\nPress badges are limited to one per organization and editorial staff only.\n\n\nTo be considered for a press pass\, media/press representatives should fill out a press registration form before January 15\, 2024. Click here.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/2025-delaware-estuary-science-environmental-summit/
LOCATION:Chase Center on the Riverfront\, 815 Justison Street\, Wilmington\, DE\, 19801\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T100000
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SUMMARY:13th Annual SEI Energy Briefing
DESCRIPTION:This event brings together industry experts who will explore the critical intersection of rising energy needs and growing electric demand\n\n\nJoin us for this critical conversation on the future of electric energy\, alternative energy sources and the growing electric demand. Gain valuable insights\, network with key industry leaders\, and be a part of shaping a sustainable and powerful smart energy future. \nElectric energy is transforming our world\, powering everything from homes to AI data centers. This surge in demand presents unique challenges and opportunities for power providers and energy coordination. \nExperts will discuss balancing these competing demands\, ensuring transparency in energy production and distribution\, and navigating the complexities of a rapidly evolving energy landscape. \n \nPresenters:\nKeynote speaker: David M. Velazquez\, President and Chief Executive Officer – PECO\nAsim Z. Haque\, Sr. Vice President of State Government Services – PJM Interconnection\nThe speakers will address the energy issues and impact on the energy market. We’ll explore how power providers are innovating to meet this growing demand\, and how large-scale coordination is crucial for a sustainable energy future. \n\nKey topics include: \n\nThe Balancing Act: How can we effectively manage the increasing energy demands of AI data centers and the growth of alternative energy sources?\nIndustry Insights: Hear from leading experts on how they are navigating this complex landscape and shaping the future of energy.\nThe Need for Clarity: As energy demands continue to climb\, how can we ensure transparency and efficiency in energy production and distribution?\n\nWho should attend: Those interested in the state of the national\, regional\, and local energy economy\, business owners\, facilities managers\, energy professionals\, project & property developers\, municipal developers. \nAgenda \n8:00 a.m. check-in and continental breakfast \n8:30 a.m. Welcome presentations \n8:45 a.m. Keynote speaker \n9:15 a.m. Second speaker \n9:45 a.m. Q & A – Moderated by Michael Cromer\, Vice President\, Energy & Sustainability – Pennoni \nMore details about this event are available on the SEI Website. \n\n\nRegistration is required. If weather is inclement you will be notified via email. \nThis is an in-person event. \nQuestions? Contact Jim Lauckner\, Project Consultant jlauckner@ccedcpa.com. \nThis event is funded in part by the Chester County Workforce Development Board.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/13th-annual-sei-energy-briefing/
LOCATION:Chester County Economic Development Council\, 737 Constitution Drive\, Exton\, PA\, 19341\, United States
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SUMMARY:Intro to Screenprinting
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to Screenprinting at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library in West Philadelphia.\n\n\nAbout this Event \nIn this beginning course you will learn the basics of screenprinting. Participants will bring a prepared image and we will provide all the materials\, tools and training. Learn the protocol of our printshop and darkroom\, as well as health and safety standards for screenprinting. Turn your image into a screen and print an edition of posters\, greeting cards or even t-shirts! With the completion of this beginner course\, students will be prepared to take more specialized\, intermediate courses. Students may also choose to take this beginner course again with a personalized emphasis on multilayer printing. Our classroom environment is welcoming to all skill levels and we strive to make our shop accessible to new and experienced printers alike. A materials fee covers paper\, ink\, use of a screen\, and other consumables.  \nPlease note: Masking is now encouraged\, but optional in the studio space. Individuals who feel uncomfortable using the space with others unmasked\, whether for health or any other reason\, are welcome to request mask wearing while they are using the studio space. \nAbout the Instructor \nNicole Rodrigues is an artist and educator living in Philadelphia. Their work includes making comics\, prints\, illustrations\, screen printed shirts\, and ceramics about the connections we have to nature and our journey to self-actualization. Nicole’s work can provide visual insights on how people could inhabit the world in their physical\, mental\, and imaginary states while navigating destructive systems. Often describing existential dread and despair within their work\, Nicole will sometimes pair that thought with a hopeful avenue of possibilities. \nCost \n$40 for Current Members/$45 for Non-Members \nPlus a $15 materials fee that covers ink\, paper\, screen\, emulsion\, and use of our equipment.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/intro-to-screenprinting-3/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T183000
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SUMMARY:Kara Jo's tips and tricks to uplift your mood and boost your spirits
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Kara Jo’s fun and practical tips to brighten your day and lift your spirits during the grey winter months!\n\n\nWould you like to learn practical\, at-home herbal tips from our favorite clinical herbalist\, Kara Jo in this 4 part series this winter. We will discuss herbal remedies for: immunity\, sleep\, digestion\, and joy. In this second session she will focus on Joy. Learn how to support your body and mind with mood lifting herbs to help you in the darkness of the winter. Kara Jo will share how to brew herbal preparations like tea and ticntures that she has used herself. This virtual session will be hosted on Zoom on 2/10 at 6:30pm. You will receive a Zoom link after you register to attend the workshop. \n \nKara Jo\, a working member at Weaver’s Way\, has been a high school English teacher in Ambler\, Pa for the last 16 years. She has her Masters in Special Education\, her yoga teacher certification and has studied at the Mindfulness Institute at Jefferson University Hospital. She has been a Mindful Educator & Instructor for the past 9 years – working with students\, teachers\, businesses\, adolescents with special needs and addicts. She is continuously inspired by the transformations she witnesses.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/kara-jos-tips-and-tricks-to-uplift-your-mood-and-boost-your-spirits/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T210000
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SUMMARY:Play Reading - Ushers in the House
DESCRIPTION:Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday\, February 10\, at 6 pm for a script-in-hand reading of “Ushers In The House\,” a new one-act drama by Joseph P. Blake. Admission is free\, light refreshments provided. \nPLAY SYNOPSIS:\nAt 85\, Oscar Thomas is a Vietnam Veteran\, former Black Panther\, widower\, father\, and a grandfather. He’s also worked as a farm laborer\, spent four decades as a postal worker. In the sunset of his life he’s begun to contemplate his legacy and the possessions he wants to leave his family. The latter has forced him to grapple with the painful fact that items he considers heirlooms are insignificant to his family and viewed as relics of a past just as insignificant to them. \nA painting entitled “Ushers” is among the things Oscar has collected since his daughters were children. Oscar’s perceptions of the the world are now viewed through lenses where things like humility\, courage\, and familial loyalty are becoming as obsolete as a rotary phone. \nNote: A brief Talk-back with the actors and the playwright will follow this premiere reading!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/play-reading-ushers-in-the-house/
LOCATION:20*20 Gallery\, 20 Lansdowne Court\, Lansdowne\, PA\, 19050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Arts & Performance,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T200000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Wildlife Clinic Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:As the only licensed wildlife rehabilitation clinic in the city of Philadelphia\, the Wildlife Clinic at the Schuylkill Center takes in thousands of sick\, injured\, and orphaned animals each year. Our small team of clinic staff relies on the support of dedicated Wildlife Clinic volunteers to care for native small mammals\, birds\, raptors\, reptiles\, and amphibians. Start on your path to become one of our dedicated Wildlife Clinic volunteers in 2025 at one of our five available training sessions!\nVolunteer Training Requirements\nBefore starting work in the clinic\, volunteers must attend a training session\, submit a volunteer waiver and application\, and complete online ethics/safety courses. Clinic support volunteers must be at least 16 years old and work two 4-hour shifts per month. Animal care volunteers have to be at least 18 years old and commit to a weekly 4-hour shift. Further requirements and expectations can be found on our volunteer page and will be covered during the volunteer training sessions.\nAvailable Training Sessions\nIn-person training sessions will be held on February 8\, February 24\, and March 1. Virtual training sessions will be held on February 10 and February 22. Registration is required. Meeting links to the virtual training sessions will be sent out via email on the day of the event.\nPlease contact volunteer@schuylkillcenter.org with any questions.\n \nSign Up for a Training Session
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/virtual-wildlife-clinic-volunteer-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Free,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T193000
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SUMMARY:Discover Food Sources in Philly!:  Heng Fa Food Market
DESCRIPTION:Monthly program focusing on a different source of food in Philadelphia be it a market\, garden\, cooperative\, or other source.\n\n\nWhere Can You Source Your Food in Philly? Heng Fa Food Market \nOur February program will focus on Heng Fa Food Market in Chinatown. Join Chef and Food Justice Activist Valerie Erwin to discover how we can shop at Asian markets for both common grocery items as well as difficult to source ingredients. \n \nSpace is limited and priority will be given to registered attendees. Tickets will be honored up until 5:20 pm\, please arrive by 5:15 pm to guarantee your seat. At 5:20 pm\, we will fill open seats. Please email kitchen@freelibrary.org for more information.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/discover-food-sources-in-philly-heng-fa-food-market/
LOCATION:The Culinary Literacy Center at Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, 4th Floor\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T120000
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SUMMARY:Health Walking Group
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an hour walk / hike on one of our maybe trails to stay moving this winter!\n\n\nHealth walking group that meets weekly and walks for an hour. Walking through the winter! \nweather depending
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/health-walking-group-2/
LOCATION:Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House)\, 300 West Northwestern Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T110000
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Ambassadors Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Sustainability Ambassadors Monthly Meetings to discuss sustainability initiatives and make a positive impact in our community!\n\n\nAre you interested in what the Township is doing to implement its Sustainability Plan? \nDo you want to meet other Sustainability Ambassadors and learn how you can be an ambassador for sustainability in the community? \nWould you like to hear from a community partner about their efforts to advance sustainability in the Township? \nThen join the monthly Sustainability Ambassadors meetings! \nAll participants will be entered for a chance to win a FREE Energy Assessment Plus+ from PECO!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sustainability-ambassadors-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T170000
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SUMMARY:Walk Around Philadelphia: Winter 2025 Walks
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for twelve days of walks around the city’s edge on Saturdays/Sundays/Mondays in February. Eighteen groups & itineraries Feb 1-24. \nYou can start with any segment or partial segment! \nMany will sell out. Sign up now: http://availability.walkaroundphiladelphia.org/
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/walk-around-philadelphia-winter-2025-walks-2/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:---On the Trail,Community Events,Free,Health & Wellness,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T170000
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SUMMARY:'Takes a Village Storyhour
DESCRIPTION:Come listen to stories with guest storytellers\, crafts\, activities\, and space for the whole family to gather. led by KokuRoko Learning Co-op\n\n\nBring the whole family to enjoy tales representing black and brown peoples\, play\, and foster community. Led by Koku-Roko Learning Co-op\, in we gather like-minded families; easing the load of parenting and offering a curious space to explore. \nMore about Koku-Roko \nKoku-Roko is a Black and brown-led co-operative space for cultural enrichment and liberated learning. We curate child-centered and family-encouraged educational experiences to support the development of creative continuous learners and conscious critical thinkers.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/takes-a-village-storyhour-7/
LOCATION:d’griot gallery\, 51 Maplewood Mall\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T130000
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SUMMARY:Self Care Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective presents Self Care Sundays with meditation and yoga classes.\n\n\nWelcome to Self Care Sundays! Join us on Sundays at 11:00 AM for some time dedicated to self-care and relaxation. This event will take place at Black Lotus HHC at 206 Rittenhousetown Lane\, where you can unwind and focus on yourself. \nTake part in yoga sessions\, meditation exercises\, and mindfulness activities to rejuvenate your mind and body. Treat yourself to healthy snacks and refreshments while connecting with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your well-being and practice self-love. See you there! \n\n\n\n\nMore about Black Lotus HHC \n \nBlack Lotus Holistic Healing Collective is known for is a space designed for BIPOC healers/practitioners to be centered in the healing in order for them to heal those in the BIPOC community. Vibrational healing is the ancient art of healing with sound; it traces back to ancient Egypt & Tibet. Sound vibrations can heal the physical body at a cellular level by adjusting blockages and imbalances. These imbalances can cause the body to have a slower frequency vibration which may lead to dis-ease or illnesses. Natural healing sound frequencies can be transferred or introduced externally or directly into the body to create a more harmonious state. \nAt Black Lotus\, we combine the use of crystal chakra singing bowls\, gongs\, tuning forks\, and more to give a relaxing & transformative experience. We can balance chakras\, repair auras\, uplift the mood or help with grounding. Vibrational healing is a great tool for meditation\, alleviating stress\, and relaxing stiff or sore muscles. \nFor more visit: www.diasporaeducationalservices.org/black-lotus \nhttps://linktr.ee/blacklotushhc \n\n\n\nDIRECTIONS: \n \nBlack Lotus is not on Lincoln Drive despite the address…it is actually on Rittenhousetown Lane. From Lincoln drive\, you must carefully make your way to Wissahickon Ave.Heading North on Lincoln Drive from Route 1: \n\nTurn right onto Rittenhouse St\nTurn left at the Sunco at the next light\nGo thought the light on Lincoln Drive slowly\nTurn left into the woody path\, Rittenhousetown Lane\nYour destination is the first big white house on the right with the big porch.\n\nHeading South on Lincoln Drive from Mt Airy: \n\nTurn right on W Cliveden St\nTurn left on Wissahickon Ave\nTurn right onto the woody driveway\, Rittenhousetown Lane\nYour destination is the first big white house on the right with the big porch.\n\nLimited parking available next to Black Lotus. Additional parking lots are down the pebble road.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/self-care-sundays-12/
LOCATION:Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective\, Rittenhousetown Lane\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T123000
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SUMMARY:Color from Nature: Botanical Ink Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Make your own ink for drawing and fine writing from natural materials using plants growing in our green spaces and simple ingredients found in your kitchen! Bottle experiences of connection with natural places and experiment with your own plant-based ink in this workshop. You will leave this workshop with a bottle of your own handmade botanical ink; a reference zine on ink making; a collection of your own drawings and ink samples; and knowledge to create your own collection of natural inks from homegrown and foraged botanicals. All ink making tools and botanical supplies will be provided. \nInstructor\nNicole Duprée is a teaching artist and founder of Indigo in Green–a Philly-based creative workshop producing artisanal\, natural art supplies and educational resources. You can find botanical inks made by Nicole in the museum shop at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and in the Welcome Center at Bartram’s Garden. For more nature art projects\, field trips to green spaces\, and plant portraits\, watch Nicole on Indigo in Green\, Saturdays @ 9AM on PhillyCAM. Connect\, create\, and collaborate with Nicole on instagram @ampersandtextile and @indigo.in.green
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/color-from-nature-botanical-ink-workshop/
LOCATION:The Farm at Awbury Arboretum\, 6336 Ardleigh Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Workshop Series,Arts & Culture,Classes & Workshops,Foraging,Nature & Community Science,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Sunday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Thomas Mansion\nThis meeting location is a short walk away from street parking options throughout the surrounding neighborhood.\nPlease note that there will be bathroom access during the service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Graffiti removal\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sunday-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower-15/
LOCATION:Thomas Mansion\, 6245 Wissahickon Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Walk Around Philadelphia: Winter 2025 Walks
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for twelve days of walks around the city’s edge on Saturdays/Sundays/Mondays in February. Eighteen groups & itineraries Feb 1-24. \nYou can start with any segment or partial segment! \nMany will sell out. Sign up now: http://availability.walkaroundphiladelphia.org/
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/walk-around-philadelphia-winter-2025-walks-2/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:---On the Trail,Community Events,Free,Health & Wellness,Nature Walks
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SUMMARY:Radio Play: An Evening of Speakable Horror
DESCRIPTION:Steel yourself for a spine-tingling evening of classic radio horror as we bring to life four chilling tales of suspense and the supernatural. This night of auditory thrills will have you on the edge of your seat\, with tales of madness\, guilt\, and terror in the best tradition of old-time radio. Sit back\, but don’t relax—you’re about to experience fear in its most haunting form. \nDate: February 8\, 2025\, 7:30 pm\nLocation: The Media Fellowship House\, 302 South Jackson\, Media PA\nPrice: $20 \nPresented by Radio Live Arts in partnership with Media Arts Council
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/radio-play-an-evening-of-speakable-horror/
LOCATION:Media Fellowship House\, 302 South Jackson\, Media\, 19063\, United States
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