Events

The Delaware River Basin Commission will host a FREE festival Wednesday, September 2, 2026, ahead of a business meeting and public comments.Please join the Delaware River Basin Commission, community organizations, partners and other invited guests as we kick off Our Founding Waters Day, which is FREE and open to the public.This event will take place in good weather outside the main entrance of the Visitor Center. In the event of inclement weather, space will be used in the Center's Riverside Lobby.

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffEach walking tour will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, native trees, seeds & fruits, fall foliage, and much more.Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

Join us in Philly to explore climate change impacts and how disability advocates can make a difference by 2050!Philadelphia 2050: Climate Forecast & Disability AdvocacyWhat will climate change mean for Philadelphia over the next 25 years, and what does it mean for disabled people? Join Liberty Resources Inc and Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies on September 2nd at 1pm where we'll explore the city's projected climate impacts, including extreme heat, flooding, severe storms, and power outages, and discuss the pressure points these hazards create and actions we can take today to mitigate the worst outcomes.

Discover new ways to bring the history of science into your classroom at this special evening dedicated to educators.Join us for a special evening just for educators!During this exclusive event, educators will getan up-close introduction to our exhibitionsa meet-and-greet with our Distillations podcast team, where you’ll learn how to use podcasts as a classroom toolan opportunity to talk to a librarian about resources you can use in the classrooma preview of our field trip options, including a self-guided walkthrough of our Women in Chemistry Tour and an interactive game about the periodic table of the elementslight refreshmentsIt’s a great opportunity

Explore the nature of Cobbs Creek, meet new friends, and let your creativity flow with drawing, painting, collage, and more.Step inside a collaborative art studio this Summer where you can let your creativity flow alongside family, friends and neighbors. Join the Cobbs Creek Art Club for a Summer of creativity hosted by local artists Kenni Field and Linda Fernandez.All ages welcome! Bring the whole family for an immersive art experience while sparking conversations about nature, community, and environmental justice.This isn’t an art class, it’s an adventure! Explore the nature of Cobbs Creek, meet new friends, and let your creativity flow

Join us for a monthly orchard workday! Learn all about the plants in our Community Orchard, and what it takes to maintain them!Did you know that Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center has a "Community Orchard"? Filled with dozens of species of herbs, native flowers, and fruit-bearing trees, shrubs, and vines, this orchard is both a learning space and a food producer!Join us for "Orchard Tenders", a monthly volunteer orchard workday, every First Thursday from 10am-12pm!Learn the basics of orchard care, discover how to identify plants, and lend a hand in making this unique space even more beautiful!We'll be getting our

Explore the remarkable legacy of Stephen Girard on this engaging walking tour through old city PhiladelphiaStephen Girard was headed to New York when his ship was damaged in a storm and he ended up in Philadelphia on June 6, 1776. He liked what he saw and would make the city his home for the rest of his life as he grew from a French ship captain to the richest man in America.Explore the remarkable legacy of Stephen Girard on this engaging walking tour through old city Philadelphia. Beginning at the site of his former home on Water Street, the trail

Join us for a guided bird walk through the diverse habitats of the Andorra Natural Area (Wissahickon Environmental Center).

Want to bike safely around Philly? Curious about how to use an Indego bike? Join the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia to learn how!This class will be held in the Heim Center, Room 131/132 on the first floor of Parkway Central Library.No registration required, but space is limited.

Unleash your inner artist at our animal-themed painting event - no experience required, just good vibes and creativity!

September 3 | 6-7:30 PM | Francis Cope House, 1 Awbury Rd Community planning meetings are back! Join us in the Cope House as we come together to talk about what’s happening at Awbury — updates, upcoming projects, and events on the horizon — and to hear your thoughts and ideas. There will also be plenty of time set aside for general discussion, so bring your questions, feedback, and anything else on your mind. This is your invitation to be part of the conversation as we plan for Awbury’s future, together. We hope to see you there! Register Below Awbury

Have you ever thought about making your own publication, but felt unsure of where to start?For this session of Creative Conversations, we'll be joined by Tom Marquet (@partnersandson), Nicole Rodrigues (@lost.mirage), and Madeleine Conover (@maddogdiggittydog) to talk about creating, publishing, and promoting artist books and zines.About the SpeakersTom Marquet lives in Philadelphia, where he runs the comic bookstore and community event space, Partners And Son, with his partner Gina Dawson. Partners And Son is a central hub for the illustration scene in Philadelphia. The shop features an extensive collection of indie comics, zines, and rare books from various independent publishers.Nicole

Spring Volunteer Opportunities!Join us on Fridays for a morning of stewardship along the Riverfront North Greenway! Our Friday volunteer series rotates between Pennypack on the Delaware and Lardner’s Point Park, giving you the chance to support the park nearest you—or discover a new favorite spot. We can’t wait to see you out there!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian with them during the volunteer event.

Every first Friday of the month we invite the community out to spend the day tending to the land, learning and growing with us

One Art Farmers Market and Vendor Village featuring our favorite Black & Brown farmers, growers, artisans, and small businesses!A community grown movement rooted in love and food sovereignty 🌱✨Let's GROWWWW!!!✨🌱Join us for our Farmers Market and Vendor Village! We'll be featuring a variety of Black and Brown farmers, growers, florists, artisans, and other small businesses we absolutely LOVE. We'll be continuing this series all through the season every first and third Friday through September.We'll be in the lush One Art Oasis as the sun sets, with:Farm to table food by Mama BeverlyA tour of the One Art FarmCollective Visioning activationHands

The Tacony LAB has been doing some fall cleaning and would love to find some of our wonderful donations new homes.We will have yarn, some fabric and other misc supplies to give away. The Tacony LAB always accepts art and craft supplies, and we are wanting to share with the community. Starts at 6pm, goes until either we run out of things to give away, or 8pm.Light refreshments will be provided.

Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at First Friday Homegrown a recurring series dedicated to spotlighting Philly’s very own!We created the Philly Homegrown section to uplift Philly’s creative community providing a platform for local talent to shine and a space for neighbors to discover, support, and celebrate the artistry rooted in our city. Each month, we open our doors for an evening of local love: shop unique, handcrafted goods, meet the makers, and connect with your neighbors. Enjoy complimentary wine, light refreshments, and a vibrant atmosphere where art, plants, and people come together.

In 2026, University City District will screen four films tied to the theme of freedom.We had to postpone our Friday, August 7th screening of A League of their Own (1992) due to forecasted thunderstorms. We will now screen the film on our rain date of Friday, September 4th as long as no other films are also impacted by weather.During World War II, A League of Their Own follows sisters Dottie and Kit as they join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amid their own growing rivalry. Starring Geena Davis, Tom Hanks, Rosie O’Donnell and

Fall is here for the birds! Join birding expert Tony Croasdale on a walk that coincides with prime warbler migration season.Fall is here for the birds! Join birding expert Tony Croasdale on a walk that coincides with prime warbler migration season back to the tropics.

Where: Cherry Street Pier When: Saturday, September 5, 2026 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Remaining Spots: 1 Register Overview You are registering for  Group B on Saturday, September 5 at 10:00 AM. You’ll be walking ↻ Clockwise from Penn’s Landing toward Navy Yard. ✍️ Please register individually for each segment of the Fall 2026 Walk Around Philadelphia that you’d like to join. About this segment  Meeting point: Cherry Street Pier  Optional post-walk gathering: This segment may include the option to gather for snacks at the Gatehouse Cafe after the walk.  Segment overview: This segment is estimated to cover roughly 10 miles over 5–7 hours. The terrain includes mostly sidewalks & roads, with opportunities for big roundabout

A walk from the Schuylkill River Trail's South Street entrance, headed south then back. We'll learn about the nature we see along the way

Plot Twist: Page Turners and Legacy Builders is our 2026 theme for Philadelphia Literacy Day! Join us for free books, fun, and community!

A Storytelling Circle and Seed Swap Join us for an interactive, hands-on, seed storytelling circle followed by a seed swap. We will begin by shelling seed pods and hearing from four expert seed keepers from our region about the seeds they steward for their families, communities and diasporas. Participants will also have a chance to share about the seeds they hold dear. We will close with a facilitated seed swap between participants. Space is limited in this program, so be sure to reserve your spot. We are eager to welcome fellow seed savers who will bring storied seeds to share

A community flax harvest and demonstration with "Franklin Thread" designer and architect Jeff Richards.Gather with us in Maja Park on the Parkway (at 22nd Street) for an up-close, hands-on exploration of flax and the creation of “flaxcrete,” a biogenic material developed by architect Jeff Richards and his students at Tyler School of Art and Architecture. The growth of flax and creation of flaxcrete are at the center of Franklin Thread, the Association for Public Art’s Art on the Parkway installation that envisions a more sustainable future for our city.We’ll harvest the living flax growing on site and see Richards demonstrate

Join us for a day of mindfulness, yoga, and collage!Join us for a day of mindfulness, yoga, and collage! This event is an opportunity to ignite your creativity through movement and art.Please bring your own mat!

Let us know you’ll be joining here! Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for some community oriented land stewardship in Cobbs Creek Park! Meet in the parking lot at Thomas Ave along Cobbs Creek Parkway at 2pm. We will provide everything you need. Everyone is invited! For questions, you can reach out to us at admin@phillymycoclub.com. Join us on the first Sunday of every month at the same time and location for our community volunteer event! By registering for this event you grant the Philadelphia Mycology Club to use photographs and/or video of you taken at the event in publications, online,

Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation.Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special.Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

Join us in the Victorian garden for a kid-friendly introduction to classical singing and opera story time! Kids under 4 free!Opera on Tap Philadelphia is delighted to be back at the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion for our 3rd annual garden recital on Sunday, September 6th! This year we have a new and exciting theme: Whimsy in the Garden ✨🦋This is a kid-friendly show designed to introduce classical singing to new and young audiences in an accessible outdoor environment. Expect to hear whimsical favorites from opera, classical, and musical theater.We are also excited to announce a partnership with the Education Department of

Join us for Garden Pilates at Bartram’s Garden! Enjoy beginner-friendly Pilates, a Sister Circle, healthy snacks, and a relaxing nature walkPilates in the Park: Move Your Body, Nourish Your Mind Step away from the hustle of everyday life and join Sis Walks for a peaceful morning designed to strengthen your body, calm your mind, and connect with an amazing community of women.We’ll kick off the morning with a 30-minute beginner-friendly Pilates session led on the beautiful lawn at Bartram’s Garden. Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise that focuses on core strength, posture, balance, flexibility, and mindful movement. Whether you’re

Join Walk Around Philadelphia for a segment of their fall journey walking the circumference of the city! Group A will be walking counter-clockwise, starting in Torresdale and making their way to Somerton, while Group B will be walking clockwise, starting in the same location but ending up in Bridesburg. Registration for all segments of the walk are separate, with information pertaining to the meetup locations, durations, and terrain of each segment listed in their sign-up pages. Register for Group A (somerton) Register For Group B (Bridesburg)

Philly Science Action, Green Philly, and Skype a Scientist invite the people of Philadelphia to join us for a rally to hold Drexel University accountable for the closure of the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum. ​We are asking Drexel to find a way to keep the museum open to the public past September of 2026. ​For almost 200 years, the Academy of Natural Sciences has been dedicated to understanding the natural world and inspiring everyone to care for it. ​At a time when climate change and science continue to be under attack, Philadelphia cannot afford to lose another institution that

This free community event is hosted by Herbalist Lynn Roberts of Acuity Wellness and the Montgomery County Chapter of Herbalists Without Borders in the greenhouse of the PHS Community Farm at Norristown Farm Park and welcomes growers of all experience levels. As the final harvest approaches and winter is just around the corner, this is the perfect time to gather seeds and begin dreaming about next year’s growing season. Join us for a hands-on workday in the herb beds to collect, clean, store, and share seeds. Learn the hows and whys of seed saving, with a focus on medicinal herbs

Join birding expert and WEC supervisor Tony Croasdale as he searches for unique birds as they migrate south. Location varies by date.Join birding expert and WEC supervisor Tony Croasdale as he searches for unique birds as they migrate south. Location varies by date.Mondays 10:00 am (except holidays)Wednesday, 9/9- Pastorious ParkMonday, 9/14- Harper’s Meadow (meet at Northwestern Ave & Forbidden Drive)Monday, 9/21- Valley Green (meet outside VG Inn)Monday, 9/28- Blue Bell Park (meet at 814 Walnut Ln)Monday, 10/ 5- Houston Meadow (meet at Houston Playground)Tuesday 10/13-  Upper Roxborough Reservoir (meet at Port Royal & Lare)Monday, 10/19- Saul Agricultural Fields (meet at

Join us for a discussion with Dr. David Hasan on what support might look like for children facing the humanitarian situation in Gaza.Since October 7, 2023, UNICEF reports that over 20,000 children in Gaza have been killed and at least 40,000 injured. With estimates that almost all schools in Gaza have sustained damage or been destroyed, over 600,000 children remained out of school as of early 2026. Some 800,000 children have been displaced from their homes, and in the first six months of this year, UNICEF treated just under 20,000 children for acute malnutrition. Child protection indicators, like those around

No barriers to entry. All equipment provided!All Ages Learn to RideJoin us for a free All Ages Learn to Ride series for kids, teens, and adults who are ready to build confidence on two wheels.Each monthly session runs from 5:30 to 8:00 PM and includes 1 hour of guided instruction for each participant in a small-group format. Coaches will help riders work on the basics of balance, braking, starting, stopping, steering, and building comfort on the bike.Bikes and helmets will be provided. Registration is required so instruction groups can be planned and riders can be matched with the right bike

Discover Fairmount Park's future with CEO Tony Sorrentino as he discusses design, stewardship, and community.As the new CEO of Fairmount Park, Tony Sorrentino will share his vision for the future of Philadelphia's largest and most significant public landscape. Speaking to members of the Philadelphia Design Advocacy Group, he will explore how thoughtful leadership, design excellence, environmental stewardship, and community engagement can shape the park's next chapter. The presentation will highlight priorities for enhancing accessibility, preserving natural and historic resources, strengthening neighborhood connections, and creating welcoming spaces that serve all Philadelphians. Tony will also discuss the critical role of Conservancy as

UnOrthodox Yoga has landed at it's final location at Borski Park. All ages, gentle flow class led by local instructor, Violet Vines.🌞 Join Us for a Blissful Outdoor Yoga Experience! 🌊Embrace nature and rejuvenate your spirit with our FREE Community Yoga Class by the River! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a curious beginner, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with nature and find your inner peace.🧘‍♀️ When: Every Wednesday at 6pm beginning April 29, 2026.📍 Where: Borski Park, next to the Delaware River.🌼 What to Bring:- Your own yoga mat- A refreshing drink to stay hydrated- An open

Join curators Bill Ewald and David Brigham for a gallery talk conversation that revisits the American Revolution through the exhibition Paths to Independence. Moving beyond a simple Patriot versus Loyalist framework, they explore how revolutionary ideals intersected with the practical realities of war—provisioning, militias, governance, and daily decision‑making. This discussion opens the story wider, asking how curators can reintroduce historical complexity and include many voices in telling the nation’s founding moment. Discover how ideas, operations, and lived experience shaped the Revolution we continue to interpret today.

Join YPE Philly x Green Drinks Philly for an evening of sustainability-minded conversation, new connections & good brews @ City Tap House.The energy sector doesn't stop moving. Neither do we.Join YPE Philadelphia for Green Drinks Philly, our monthly gathering for professionals, students, and anyone passionate about the future of energy and sustainability. Whether you work in renewables, policy, finance, engineering, or just want to be in the room where it's happening, this is your space.No agenda, no slides. Just good conversation, great drinks, and a community of people who care about where our energy comes from.Can't join us this month?

In this workshop, we will make a lake pigment from plants found in Riverfront North's parks.Laking is a process of extracting color from plants and turning it into a insoluble powder that can be mixed to make paint. We will use the pigment to make watercolor and try painting with plants!You can register for this class in person starting August 19th. Online registration opens September 2nd. There will be a second workshop at Borski Park on September 12th from 10:00am-12:30pm(you can attend both)In the second workshop, we will use the pigment created in the first workshop to make printing ink.

Have fun looking at the small life that lives in the water of the Wissahickon Creek.Have fun looking for the small life that lives in the water of the Wissahickon Creek. We'll use outdoor microscopes to get a better view of some of these animals. We will also look for native fish, frogs and more! Bring water shoes with you. NOTE: Meet at the bridge near Valley Green Inn

Join us for a guided bird walk through the diverse habitats of the Andorra Natural Area (Wissahickon Environmental Center).

Weekly Teen Open Studio. Ages 13-19. Come make art!Join us for a free low pressure hang out with other teens! We will have several instructors to assist in learning new skills. We will have art supplies, drawing and paint materials, paper crafts, sewing/crochet/knit supplies and snacks!

Visit our reCreate gallery's latest exhibition and enjoy after-hours shopping! Join us for a late night at the resource exchange!Every 2nd Thursday of the month The Resource Exchange is open late until 8pm for after-hours access to our shop & gallery, plus rotating events & activities!We invite you this month to:🖼️ SEE SOME ART - Check out our current reCreate gallery exhibition, full of talented artists & makers with a focus on material reuse🛍️ SHOP - Get your reuse-retail-therapy on with after-hours access to our shopFree & open to the public *ticket purchase not necessaryMark your calendars for the 2nd

Serafin Ensemble performs on Thursday, 9/10 at the historic Hill-Physick House in Old City, Philadelphia. Oboe and bassoon are highlighted in this one-hour program. Listeners will hear a duo by Beethoven for the two winds. Then, each wind instrument combines with strings for a delightful blend, perfectly-crafted in Mozart’s Oboe Quartet and in a Bassoon Quartet by François Devienne (one of Mozart’s contemporaries). Hear bassoon, oboe, and string playing at its finest, and enjoy a reception with the performers, The concert will be played at 5pm, and repeated at 7:30pm, with the reception between the two performances.

For all who love trees and want to know them better.Pennsylvania is the only state named for its extensive forests—and that legacy lives on today. With 135 native tree species and more than 60 additional species that have become naturalized, trees are a defining part of our landscape. They offer beauty, shade, and a sense of calm and connection to nature.For anyone who loves trees or wants to better understand them, join retired botany professor Gary Emberger for an engaging and informative program. This presentation will introduce key botanical terms and concepts to help sharpen your observational skills and build

With strong leadership and smart policies, Pennsylvania can build a 21st-century economy powered by clean energy, energy efficiency strategies, and decarbonization technology. The need to act is urgent. Every day, Pennsylvanians are choosing between paying their energy bills and paying their mortgages. Coal communities struggle to stay intact and afloat. Industrial workers fear for both their safety and their next paychecks. PennFuture's Energy Playbook identifies the intersection of economic interests of communities with the environmental interests of our movement so that all Pennsylvanians can look forward to a healthier and more prosperous future. Together, we can work to transform Pennsylvanian’s

Join Feminist Bird Club Philly on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 6:30 - 8:00pm at Awbury Arboretum for a mostly stationary outing. Feel free to bring chairs, blankets, and/or a snacks! We'll be looking for Common Nighthawks migrating at dusk as well as some other fall migrants! We'll set up up the hill from the lower pond (near Washington Lane Regional Rail Station at 6235 Clearview St.; here's a pin to the meet up location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jrV3RHbtEz2dLJPm7). Stop by anytime between 6:30 - 8:00pm and stay for as long or as short as you'd like. We will have extra binoculars available for anyone

Join Jonathan Wilson (Edward Drinker Cope Professor of Environmental Biology) to learn about the extinct plants of the high latitudes.Lost Forests: Reconstructing the Extinct and Extreme Plants of the High LatitudesPolar environments present unique physical challenges for plants, including endless nights in winter and continuous days in summer, coupled with temperature, wind, and other stresses. However, for the last three hundred million years, there have been periods where trees and forests have grown at latitudes far beyond any tree on Earth today. How did they cope? In this talk, I will discuss recent and ongoing research on fossil forests from