Illumination artist Behnaz Karjoo explores Islamic illumination – or tazhib – in a brief lecture followed by a participatory workshop.Wolf Humanities Center • University of Pennsylvania2024–2025 FORUM ON KEYWORDSWord, Ink, Gold, and PaperAn Exploration of the Art of IlluminationIllumination artist Behnaz Karjoo will explore the evolution of Islamic illumination, or tazhib, and its role in manuscript decoration, providing an overview of the traditional tools and materials involved. Visual images of illuminated manuscripts, along with the tools and materials, will illustrate the techniques involved in tazhib, highlighting the precision and artistry.Following her lecture, Karjoo will host a hands-on workshop, inviting participants

You are invited to the first ever CLIMATE ANXIETY DANCE PARTY, where you are welcome to thrash and groove in all sorts of socially unacceptable ways. The International Panel on Climate Change has told us that we need to hit peak emissions by the year 2025. That’s this year!! Wait, it gets better. We have 5 years left until we need to halve emissions from 2019 levels. Do these facts give you feelings?! Take a moment to notice that emotion contains the word motion. We are moved by our emotions and can also move and transform them by moving our bodies. It’s

Sacred Spaces & Storied Places is the perfect introductory tour that provides an overview of Laurel Hill West including its architectural artistry, stunning trees and horticulture, and the stories of residents that encompass diverse and fascinating Philadelphia history. Experienced tour guides offer visitors a unique perspective as no two tours are the same! Tour Guide: Pamela McMahon COST $15/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $13/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $10/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $7.50/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card Holders (can purchase up to 4 tickets) ** Free/Ages 5 and under ** Access Card + Valid

Join us for a day of connection, learning, and sharing!Join us for a day of connection, learning, and sharing!When: Saturday, January 25, 2025Time: 10 am – 12 pmWhere: Camden County Sustainability Building508 Lakeland Road, BlackwoodConnect with other garden leaders and gardenersShare experiences and best practicesLearn about new techniques and resourcesDiscuss pressing issues facing community gardensParticipate in a seed swap starting at noonExchange seeds with fellow gardenersHelp preserve local biodiversityEvent is FREE and all are welcome to learn and join the conversationOrganized by: Camden County Certified Gardeners (CCCG) and Camden County Office of Sustainability (CCOS)

Get hands-on experience as you sow and take home seeds from a special selection of deer-resistant native plants for southeastern PA.SATURDAY, JANUARY 25Native Seed Propagation: Deer-Resistant Plants10:00 AM – 12:00 PMHelen Standen, former Greenhouse & Nursery Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensIt may be cold outdoors, but it’s time to sow and grow indoors! Explore a variety of seed starting techniques for native plants, including winter sowing, leaching, soaking, scarification, and stratification.Get hands-on experience as you sow and take home seeds from a special selection of deer-resistant native plants for southeastern Pennsylvania gardens.Members: $30 | Non-Members: $40Photo credit for seedlings: Prairie

Volunteer at The Woodlands We’re taking the opportunity to give the grounds a much-needed winter spruce-up. Join us on Saturday, January 25th for a volunteer clean-up session, and read on for what you can do at The Woodlands to keep the grounds beautiful, whenever you may be visiting. What we’ll be doing: Collecting fallen sticks and branches, picking up trash along Woodland Avenue, and doing other outdoor site clean-up chores as needed. Volunteers should plan to bend and lift throughout the day. Where we’ll meet: The day will start at the Stable at 10AM. What you’ll need: Not required, but

Presented in collaboration with Greener Partners.Whether you’re interested in cooking, healthy recipe ideas or going “green” in the kitchen, this workshop is for you!Join Riverbend in collaboration with Greener Partners for a hands-on workshop in Riverbend’s indoor and outdoor kitchens! Greener Partners combines food access with fun, healthy food, and farm education. All participants will get to take a spin on their famous blender bike as we prepare one of their morning recipes!This workshop is recommended for children ages 6 and up with the adults in their lives. All participants require a ticket.You can learn more about Greener Partners and

An introduction to Screenprinting at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library in West Philadelphia.About this EventIn 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 one-color 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

Along with American history buffs, cycle tourists will enjoy this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.

DROP IN! Help us create a riverine wonderland of aquatic creatures in origami to display at the center. For families and all ages!

Want to support Germantown's new cafe! Help fund d'griot's cafe buildout with this tasting experience! Live Music, New Menu, and Network!It has been a journey to get this cafe up and running! We have been open as a gallery and herb shoppe since Sept 2023; hosting community events, rentals, and offering art n' wellness products from black, brown, and local artists, healers, and businesses. We are excited to expand into our cafe-- With Your Help! Thank you all that have supported as a customer or investor in our Honeycomb Credit campaign. We are at the last stretch of our build

Join us on the trails beginning at 66th and Sherwood in Morris Park. We'll walk about a mile and practice identifying trees in winter based off of their bark, buds, shape, and ecological context. Tree Identification is an important skill in mycology because it can be a key identification feature and help to identify habitats for target species. Registration is limited for this event. Please only register if you feel sure you will come and please cancel your ticket if you are no longer coming. This event will be cancelled or rescheduled if the weather is inclement, including high wind

Join us for a healing and reflective winter hike along the trails. DATE Saturday, January 25 TIME 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm LOCATION Belmont Plateau   Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and ecotherapist/Lenape language keeper Krista Nelson for a winter hike along the Trolley Trail, where we’ll find comfort and connection in nature. As the bare winter trees remind us of loss, their structural beauty heralds the promise of new beginnings. Step by step along a two-mile route, we’ll shed what grief clings to and as we let go, we’ll clear a path for unlimited possibility. Join us as we embody

Calling all LGBTQ travelers, gaggles of local gays and their friends alike! Come on this LGBTQ history walking tour of the Gayborhood!

Happy New Year Family! We are BACK with our open mic series as the newly branded BLK Ivy Poetry Collective! We are looking forward to vibing

Join us for this series of energizing dance and workout exercises to afrobeats music, closing with a calming meditation.AFRVBZ: Afrodance Meditation CircleDate: January 26th, 2025Time: 10:30 - 11:45 amLocation: One Art 1431 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19131Are you looking for a fun way to stay fit and get active this winter season? Join your new favorite African Fitness instructors, Razaq (Dance & Mindfulness) and Femi (Personal Trainer) in a multi instructor, 3 part monthly series that gives you an energizing dance and workout session to great afrobeats music and a calming meditation to close (All bodies & fitness levels

Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective presents Self Care Sundays with meditation and yoga classes.Welcome 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.Take 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!More about Black Lotus

Join Leeway x Fleisher 2023 Artist-in-Residence Shannon Brooks for a durational, immersive performance and installation experience."clay practice; and when it lands, will my eyes be closed or open?" is an immersive experience somewhere between a practice, a performance, and an evolving installation.clay practice uses improvised movement and sound to collectively build evolving, wearable “memory-landscapes” from materials used and created through Shannon’s Leeway x Fleisher residency including clay, ceramic objects, and textiles.A ritual engagement with our senses, clay practice decentralizes sight as our primary means of experience and reaches into touch, sound, and memory to blur the lines between and expand

Come join our fun knitting class for adults who are just starting out - we'll have a blast learning together!

Join Bird Town Pennsylvania, Newlin Grist Mill, and Valley Forge Audubon Society at the Media Borough Community Center for an afternoon to benefit the birds! Bird populations around the world are declining due to habitat loss and other factors, but we can help by making sure our birds have places to nest each spring. Participants will work together to build nest boxes for several different bird species that will be installed in the park at Newlin Grist Mill, including in the newly-built wetland habitat. They will also have a chance to learn about bird identification, bird biology and conservation, and

Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing.Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome. Directions: Check in to Studio 16 on 2nd floorhttps://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

This cooking demo, cultural meal, and interactive presentation is facilitated by Veggie Mijas Education Director.This cooking demo, cultural meal, and interactive presentation is facilitated by Veggie Mijas Education Director, Rebeca Cintron Olivencia-Loáisiga. The discussion will center on the importance of honoring cultural foods, how recipes change over time, and how ancestral knowledge shapes diasporic experiences. The recipes Asopao de Gandules (Pigeon Pea Rice Stew) and Agua de Jamaica (Iced Hibiscus Tea) are based on Caribbean, African, and American Indigenous cultural foodways. Reserve by January 23 to ensure appropriate samples will be available for all attendees.

Come birding with Bonnie!MONDAY, JANUARY 27Bird Walk8:30 – 9:30 AMBonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensSearch for resident birds in winter, and explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife.Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Rain or shine.Free of charge

Welcome to the Wagner!Visit The Wagner!Come see our landmark building and historic museum collections, including rocks, minerals, fossils, taxidermy animals, mounted skeletons, and more! The exhibit hall is self-guided, allowing visitors to explore and learn at their own pace. For first-time visitors and anyone preferring a little more direction, we have scavenger hunts to guide you and knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any questions.We are open: Tuesday through Friday 9:30 to 4:30PM & on the First Saturday of the month from 12 to 4PM (September - December & February - June). First Saturday programs have their own EventBrite listings

This is a crochet class & meetup that is beginner friendly. You will learn fundamental stiches of crochet and be provided a pattern to takeBegginer friendly crochet with yarn, hooks, and patterns available. More advanced crocheters are welcome to join in.

An Evening of Food, Fun, and FriendsJoin PA IPL supporters and friends for a Philadelphia Winter Social on Tuesday, January 28th from 5 - 7pm. We’ll meet at Yards Brewing Company (500 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123). There are drink and food options available for purchase on-site. All are welcome!With no formal agenda for the evening, folks are invited to come and socialize, share about climate work happening in their own worlds, and hear about current and future murmurations at PA IPL. We’ll get warmed up with a round of climate bingo, first person to bingo gets a drink

Come join us for a fun and empowering social event celebrating BIPOC entrepreneurs!Empowering BIPOC Entrepreneurs: Social EventWelcome to our Empowering BIPOC Entrepreneurs: Social Event! Join Us for a Night of Inspiration and Connection! Are you a BIPOC entrepreneur looking to connect, collaborate, and grow? We invite you to our Empowering BIPOC Entrepreneurs Networking Evening! This is a unique opportunity to meet fellow entrepreneurs, share your experiences, and build a supportive community.This in-person event is designed to bring together Black, Indigenous, and People of Color entrepreneurs to connect, share experiences, and support each other. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or

Make your own zine at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library in West Philadelphia.About this eventDo you have a story to tell, information to share, or art/poems to display? Join this Zine-Making and Bookbinding Workshop, no experience is required! Zines are a great way of sharing your ideas with your community, and we’ll work together to craft your zine!This class will focus on creating a zine out of your idea, covering how to make zines and bind small books. We’ll learn how to make 3 styles of zines. and 2 bookbinding styles. You can decide what matches your

Renowned cultural critic Wendy Steiner offers a dazzling new account of aesthetics grounded in female agencyIn The Beauty of Choice, the renowned cultural critic Wendy Steiner offers a dazzling new account of aesthetics grounded in female agency. Through a series of linked meditations on canonical and contemporary literature and art, she casts women’s taste as the engine of liberal values.Steiner reframes long-standing questions surrounding desire, art, sexual assault, and beauty in light of #MeToo. Beginning with an opera she wrote based on Chaucer’s “The Wife of Bath’s Tale,” she presents women’s sexual choices as fundamentally aesthetic in nature—expressions of their

Join us for this hopeful virtual presentation on creating health for nature and humans!About the PresentationHow do we reignite the positive synergy between nature and humanity in a world where we so often hear how human action is having an irrevocable impact on the planet? This presentation will discuss how biodiversity continues to sustain our planet and all who inhabit it, from the farthest reaches of wilderness to our own backyards in the built urban environment. By understanding and acting as better stewards of our relationships with species, we can and will build a better planet that supports both humans

This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!This is a monthly Nature themed Storytime for kids ages 2-6 along with their parent/ guardian. The storytime will be followed by a craft!

Nature/ environmental themed book discussion. New book available from the Andorra Library Book of the month is Consumed by Aja BarberConsumed : the need for collective change : colonialism, climate change, and consumerism by Aja Barber.

Monthly program focusing on a different source of food in Philadelphia be it a market, garden, cooperative, or other source.Where Can You Source Your Food in Philly? The Community GrocerOur January program will focus on The Community Grocer. Join Chef Joy Parham for a taste of Black American Cuisine inspired by the West African and West Indian diaspora.Space 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.

Join Horticulturist Charles Bone for a tour of the Pinetum!Haverford College Arboretum is home to an 18-acre collection of conifers dating back to 1928 known as The Ryan Pinetum. This collection contains more than 300 labeled trees, representing five of the seven families of conifers. Join us to learn all about the Pinetum including the history, recent modifications, and our collection highlights with horticulturist Charles Bone.Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. In the case of inclement weather we will attempt to reschedule this walk among the participants. Parking can be found in our visitor parking lot and

Join us at Cherry St. Pier to kick off the winter 2025 Walk Around Philadelphia season! Enjoy a festive beverage, learn about the walk, and meet some of your fellow walkers. A brief orientation for new walkers will take place at 6pm. Food and drink should be available from Cherry St. Pier vendors. Walk Around Philadelphia t-shirts will be available for purchase as well (while sizes last). Optional after-party across the street at Fringe Bar. The first segment of the walk season kicks off the next morning, as we set out to circumnavigate the entire city. You can sign up here

Combine your love of art and the natural world to create scientific illustrations!SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1Scientific Illustration Workshop10:00 AM–12:00 PMMarissa Jacobs, Educator and Founder of The Art of EcologyCombine your love of art and the natural world to create scientific illustrations! Learn more about scientific illustration from the role of composition to the in-depth process of making and documenting observations. Review the scientific method as it applies to artists, and how being able to make detailed observations for our artistic creation can lead us to notice the little things around us.All materials provided. No prior artistic or scientific experience is required.Members:

An Introduction to Setting Type and Printing on a Vandercook Press at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library.Learn the basics of printing letterpress at The Soapbox, from setting type, to locking up your form on the press, to printing (and cleaning!) using the Vandercook cylinder press. Other methods of image making will be discussed. Explore our type drawers and gain the basic skills you need to work during Open Hours. A materials fee covers paper, ink, other consumables, and studio maintenance.Please note: Masks are required for this workshop, regardless of vaccination status. The instructor reserves the right to

Learn about the evolution of hearing, with a live musical performance by paleontologist Matthew Bonnan, and explore deep time in the museumFEBRUARY FIRST SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE - Once Upon Deep TimeExplore deep time and evolution at Wagner's February First Saturday Open House!Contemplate the nature of time among the museum's vast fossil collection and learn about the evolution of hearing through a special musical performance by paleontologist Matthew Bonnan. His captivating pop/rock song cycle, Once Upon Deep Time, tells the story of how we came to perceive sound based on what is known from the fossil record and the living world

Kids Club 6 years old and up. Please only sign your child up for 1 session.Kids Club art class is a 1 hour and 15 minute art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 12:30pm-1:45pmWe'll learn how to create pipe cleaner flowers and make and decorate a paper vase for them.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with

Using farm sourced wools, organic almond soap, and dried wildflowers, create original designs. All materials provided, all ages & abilities.Workshop participants will learn wet felting techniques using farm sourced wool, organic almond soap, and dried wildflower. Taught by Resident Artist Bonnie MacAllister in her heated studio on Cherry Street Pier.

Calling all LGBTQ travelers, gaggles of local gays and their friends alike! Come on this LGBTQ history walking tour of the Gayborhood!

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 info@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, and in other communications related to the Philadelphia

Join us along the river at Pulaski Park for a winter clean up!Volunteers Needed! Join us for a morning along the river at Pulaski Park! We'll be cleaning up the park, removing litter and debris. We'll meet at the entry to the parking lot. There will be a table and signs pointing you in the right direction!Please dress warm, gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks, coffee and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to partipcate. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian with them during the

Enjoy an hour walk / hike on one of our maybe trails to stay moving this winter!Health walking group that meets weekly and walks for an hour. Walking through the winter!weather depending

Learn new ways to boost your immune system with Kara Jo - join us for a fun and informative event to kickstart your health!Learn practical, at-home herbalism 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 first session she will focus on Immunity. Learn how to notice when the body is starting to come down with illness and herbs to take to support you at the first signs. We will also discuss long-term immunity support. This virtual session will be hosted on

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Join Keiran Timberlake to discuss their project at 2300 Market St.Please join us for a DAG Spotlight discussion with firm Kieran Timberlake, who will discuss their exciting science research and discovery building at 2300 Market Street.2300 Market is a singular new building that spans a century.Located within the last remnants of the historic industrial fabric of Center City Philadelphia’s West Market corridor, the project is an 8-story, 225,000 SF life sciences research and discovery facility developed by Breakthrough Properties. The project embraces adaptive reuse and rehabilitation of an existing brick loft building and reconstruction of an adjoining building’s terracotta facade.

Come learn about groundhogs and hibernation. Search for a groundhog burrow. Make a craft celebrating Groundhog Day.Homeschool familes can register for this fun lesson in honor of Groundhog's day. What their burrows look like, what is hibernation and why do they do it? There will be a make and take craft

Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy 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.

Join us for this virtual presentation exploring the history of Lancaster Conservancy preserves associated with the Underground Railroad.About the PresentationLancaster Conservancy is committed to conserving landscapes that protect natural beauty and ecologically diverse communities. Many of our nature preserves protect cultural and heritage landscapes as well, including routes and sites associated with the Underground Railroad. These stories may be hidden in the land, streams and rivers, and old roads that many of our trails follow, and they need a keen eye and environmental history sleuthing to reveal. In this Nature Hour presentation, we'll explore the topographies of the Underground Railroad

Curious about plans for the Schuylkill River Trail connection between Main Street & Kelly Drive? The Streets Department invites you to attend a public meeting about the Wissahickon Gateway Trail Project on Wed, Feb 5th, 6-8PM, at the Venice Island Performing Arts Center. Accessible by: Bus Routes: 35, 61 Norristown Line: Manayunk Station Bike parking available Pay to park For more information, contact: trails@phila.gov

Learn how to Sew! Taught by Maryann Evans you will learn how to make a tote bag.With teacher Maryann Evans, you will be learning the basics of using a sewing machine and then making a tote bag.One Session from 6:00pm-8:00pm on February 5th.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyAttendance Policy: We understand that traffic and other delays happen, however we request you to be on time to our events. We have a 15 minute grace period. If we are not notified and you are more than 15 minutes late, you may not be permitted to join the class. Our classes

Mark your calendar for Thursday, February 6, 2025, and join us at the historic Science History Institute in Old City, Philadelphia, for SBN's Annual Members Meeting—an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration with the Greater Philadelphia sustainable business community. Get ready to: Reflect on SBN's achievements from the past year and explore exciting plans for the year ahead. Cast your vote in the election of new Board Members, shaping the future of our impactful network. Witness the announcement of this year’s Triple Bottom Champion Award, honoring a business that exemplifies the harmony of people, planet, and profit.

An Introduction to Block Carving and Relief Printmaking at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library. In this workshop, attendees will learn the basics of block printing, they will gain technical skills for transfering drawings onto the blocks, carving, and will understand how to print relief on the etching press. Attendees will leave with 8-12 single-layer prints on paper. Please note: Masks are required for this workshop, regardless of vaccination status. The instructor reserves the right to ask you to leave if you do not comply.About the InstructorCameron Orr is a printmaker and illustrator based in Philadelphia, PA. Their

How to handle and injured birdHanding injured birds, Who to Call, How to handle baby birds that have fallen from their nestsMeet with Marie Maiura, Public Education and Outreach Coordinator for Tri-State Bird Rescue. We often receive questions from our customers about how to handle an injured bird, specifically around nesting season when baby birds may fall from their nests. Marie will be here to give a a brief history of the organization and pointers on what to do in case of a bird emergency.