Tacony Teen Open Studio Hours. Ages 13-19. Come work on a project or start a new one! We'll have snacks!Our teen open studio happens the 1st and 3rd tuesday of every month. This is for teenagers, ages 13-19. During this time, our teaching artists Bob Dix and Emily Hitchner are here to assist. You can learn the basics of sewing, drawing or painting. All supplies are provided. We'll also have snacks!

On December 16 from 5-7pm, Ross Maloof, Winemaker from Maloof Wines will be joining Picnic for a takeover. Tickets include a tasting of four wines and snacks (cheese, baguette, accoutrements). There will be additional wines from Maloof on the “by the glass” menu, and attendees can get 50% bottles to-go in the shop. Come taste with Ross on December 16th, and celebrate the holiday season Picnic Style!

Celebrate the holidays and shop small and sustainably at STITCH AND DESTROY. Enjoy complimentary drinks and an upcycled runway show!Happy Holidays! ⛄🎁 Celebrate the gift giving season at STITCH AND DESTROY!🍸Party at STITCH AND DESTROY while enjoying free Bluecoat Gin cocktails, generously donated by Philadelphia Distilling. Beer and seltzer waters will also be available.💃Stay for the upcycled runway show featuring designers we carry in the shop. Runway Show starts at 6:30PM🛍️Shop small and sustainably from over 30 local upcycle artists and designers, plus meet the makers!🍪Munch on delicious treats made by our friends 8213 Desserts. Cookies, cakes and more will

Network, mingle, and chat energy at the YPE Philly x Green Drinks Holiday Happy Hour—the place to be this season!YPE Philly is hosting the monthly Green Drinks happy hour again, just before the holidays. This month’s event will be a collaboration happy hour, with members from both YPE and Philly Green Drinks attending! The event will take place from 5:30-7:30 PM on Tuesday December 16th at Libertee Grounds (1600 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA).Join us for a casual evening of sustainability-minded conversation, new connections, and good brews. Whether you’re a regular to YPE and Green Drinks Philly, or it’s your

OrnamentLooking for something fun and creative to do this holiday season? Make personalized holiday ornaments for your tree or to gift to friends and loved ones at DVAA! Join us for a night of creating timeless and festive ornaments with artist Julie Woodard!Supplies provided!$10 donation suggested, but pay what you can!

Fun-filled game night designed to help unwind and let loose, this holiday season!Kick off the holiday season with fun, games, and good vibes!Join WURD Radio for an unforgettable Holiday Game Night!Whether you’re a Spades master, the kingpin of bowling, if you want to bring your boo and play Taboo, or just love a good time, there’s something for everyone.What to expect:🎮 Classic and modern games for all ages🍕 Food and non-alcoholic drinks from South BowlThis is your chance to unwind, connect, and celebrate the holidays with the WURD Radio family.🎄 Grab your friends, bring your A-game, and meet us at

Hike & Sit: A Community Hike + Climate Justice Conversation Series Presented by Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective Reconnect with nature

Use your senses, mind, and imagination to learn about forest neighbors! Take a walk into the woods and discover nature. Pre-K to 1st Grade.

Try your hand at drawing animals, plants, stones, shells, and objects from the natural world around Cobbs Creek. Supplies provided.

Bask in the holiday stillness. One hour of Paiste gongs in the cozy barn at Chesterdale Farm — rest, renewal, and gentle magic.Take a quiet pause in the heart of the holiday season and let the soothing sound of Paiste gongs carry you into deep rest.Join us on Wednesday, December 17 at 6:30 PM at magical Chesterdale Farm in West Chester for an evening of sound, stillness, and renewal.As the gongs vibrate through body and space, the mind softens, the breath deepens, and the nervous system unwinds. You are gently invited to relax and receive — nothing to do, nowhere

The Potential for Mycofiltration of E. coli Pollution in The Crum Creek Using T. versicolor and P. ostreatus The Philadelphia Mycology Club  welcomes you to join us in our fifth installation of bimonthly meetings at the Philadelphia Academy of Natural Sciences! We are excited to have a regular meeting space to work on some more in-depth community science projects and to welcome academic and professional mycologists to speak to our community about their work. Event Description: Mycoremediation is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional wastewater and drinking water treatment, as well as other environmental remediation methods. This project

Counter Cartographies is a community art project in collaboration with unhoused shelter residents served by Bethesda Project.Counter Cartographies is a community art project in collaboration with unhoused shelter residents served by Bethesda Project. The project spatially maps residents’ lived relationships with the city of Philadelphia – its paths, barriers, and refuges – and transforms those maps into collective art. The project’s artmaking draws on ethnographic mapping practices to challenge how power shapes spaces and their representations, using maps grounded in community experience and co-creation to collaboratively create art.This free event will take place at the Rotunda from 4:30 pm to

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our Guild and Rec Crew Program!Guild & Rec Crew CelebrationMural Arts' Restorative Justice program is celebrating the completion of it's 12-week Guild program. The event will also highlight the contributions of the Rec Crew for their work in 2025.The celebration will feature artwork reflecting the Guild's 12-week cohort, a slideshow of RJ Projects from the past year,unveiling an upcoming mural co-designed by the Guild and a short program highlighting our participants and their accomplishments. Join us as we honor these participants and their amazing achievements.When: Thursday, December 18, 2025 • 5:30pm–8:00pm (EST)Where:

Join us for this virtual presentation about the history of the Conestoga River. Come find out what's around the bend!About the PresentationThe Conestoga flows not only through our community, but through time and through the imagination of many of us who love it. Anyone interested in the history of the Conestoga quickly becomes swept up in the incredible ways that it has been impacted by nearby habitation and the ways it has responded to those impacts. Through the many twists and turns of human influences, we have responded over and over again with a deepening appreciation for the river's magnificent

Join us for a fun Succulent Workshop where kids aged 8+ can learn how to care for and create their own beautiful succulent arrangements!Succulent Workshop for Ages 8+Please only register the kids in your party!Come join us for a fun and hands-on succulent workshop designed for kids aged 8 and up! Learn all about these fascinating plants and how to care for them. Bring out your creativity as you design your own mini succulent garden to take home. The workshop will be held at the Wissahickon Valley Public Library Ambler Branch. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to get

Join us for a curated vegan buffet with LesbiVeggies, good vibes from our live DJ, and a warm, welcoming community experience you’ll love.Join BrickNKulture & LesbiVeggies for an unforgettable night of food, music, and community! 🌱🎶We’re hosting a Vegan Buffet Experience curated by Chef Brennah Lambert featuring delicious plant-based dishes, Vibes from Live DJ @xiomariaa, and amazing local vendors!✨ Great food.✨ Complimentary Wine.✨ Good energy.✨ Community connection.✨ Shopping with small businesses.Whether you’re vegan or just curious, this is the perfect night out in the town.Grab your friends and come enjoy an evening that feeds the soul and supports the community.BrickNKulture

Learn to crochet with instructors Jenny and Sophia All levels of experience are welcome to join this class on crochet. Learn to crochet with Sophia & Jenny: All levels of experience are welcome to join this class on crochet. Beginners will learn the basics of chaining, single, and double crochet with a variety of swatches and lots of practice! You can sign up for this class in person beginning November 20th. We strongly recommend coming in person as online registration opens on December 4th and many times the class is already full. This 2 part class takes place December 11th

Explore the impact of salt in the environment, and steps residents and communities can take to reduce those impacts.THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18Salt—A Winter Water Conundrum7:00–8:30 PMKate Hutelmyer, Water Resources Planner, Chester County Water Resources AuthorityWhen winter weather hits, deicers like road salt are typically the first line of defense for public safety. However, overuse and/or misuse of deicers can create major challenges for our freshwater systems when what’s applied on the land washes into local streams. Explore the impact of salt in the environment, and steps residents and communities can take to reduce those impacts.A partner event with the Tredyffrin Township

Use old books and paper to create a one of a kind holiday wreath for the book lover in your life!Upcycle old books by turning the pages into an interesting piece of decor, easily customized to any interest or season! Your finished wreath is a thoughtful, handmade gift for anyone who loves reading. Hang it from a door, above a mantle, or on any wall. Teacher Ingrid Spangler will guide you in deconstructing discarded books to assemble a wreath on sturdy cardboard rings. Wreath bases and book pages will be provided, but feel free to bring a thrifted/found book that

Winter Solstice Celebration Friday, December 19 3:00 - 4:30 pm Celebrate the Winter Solstice in your favorite green space. We’ll observe the shortest days of the year with a gathering in front of the Hamilton Mansion. We’ll have music and firepits where you can drop by and toast up. Binoculars will be available for use if you’d like to explore the 54 acres of the site for birds (and maybe even a fox).

Please join us for our annual holiday/winter party! ❄️Join us for a Scribe tradition to celebrate the end of year holidays and gather together as we prepare for a return of light. We will have food, drinks, games, live music, and dancing.Feeling festive? Consider becoming a member or giftina membership to a loved one this holiday season at scribe.org/annual-appeal.

Get ready for a fun night of Plant Bingo at Plant & People! Prizes include rare plants, planty swag and more! Plus its BYOB!Come vibe with us at Plant Bingo Night at Plant and People!This isn’t your average bingo night expect planty prizes, good music, and great energy in our greenery-filled space shop and cafe. Win houseplants, rare plants, plant care items, air plants, and exclusive merch while you sip on a handcrafted cafe refresher (included with your ticket).Your ticket gets you:– Bingo games all evening– An automatic door prize–In-store coupon– Entry into a $50 gift card raffle–Good vibes🍷 BYOB

Participate in the 126th Audubon Christmas Bird Count! Join Wissahickon Trails staff and explore Four Mills Nature Reserve to count all the winter species we see and hear. This important, long-running wildlife census collects data across North America (and a bit of South America) to assess the health of bird populations, and to help guide conservation action. More information on the history of the Christmas Bird Count can be found here: https://www.audubon.org/conservation/history-christmas-bird-count Previous years have found Winter Wren, Brown Creeper, and Barred Owl at this site. All levels of birders welcome (including beginners!) The walk will last approximately 1 1/2

Join Angie Merriken for a restorative yoga class celebrating the winter solstice.Celebrate the winter solstice with a gentle and accessible yoga class. This practice is perfect for all levels and focuses on releasing the physical and mental stress that can accumulate during the busy holiday season. Through intentional, slow-flowing movement, you'll find balance and prepare your mind and body for the year ahead.This class will be held indoors. Please be sure to dress in comfortable clothing and bring your own mat and water bottle. Parking can be found in our South Lot, and participants will meet in the Whitehead Campus

Join us for pigeon-focused urban birding tours around Clark Park in this beloved Philly neighborhood in West Philly.On our West Philly Pigeon Tour, meet the pigeons of this beloved Philly neighborhood. We'll start and end at the corner of S 45th St and Locust St, just outside the Green Line Cafe on Locust.(After the tour, take a ten-minute walk over to Clark Park Farmers Market for local treats and fresh produce.)What is a pigeon tour?Our pigeon tours are 90-minute walking tours, and are great for all ages.Tourists will get to experience Philly from a unique perspective.Locals will get to see

Once a month, all winter long—stay cozy, connected, and stocked with local Goodness.❄️✨ Winter Holiday Market at the Lansdowne Farmers Market ✨❄️ Shop Local. Spread Joy. Celebrate Together. Find everything you need for your winter celebrations at our special Holiday Market! From festive treats and seasonal produce to handmade gifts and cozy artisan goods, it’s the perfect place to shop small—and share the holiday spirit.🍪 Winter treats & locally made goodies🎁 Artisan gifts perfect for last-minute giving🌲 Cheerful community vibes to brighten the season📍 The Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave)🗓️ Saturday, December 20 | 10 AM – 12 PMBundle up,

Join us to make a variety of gift tags from simple punch and decorate to more complex origami trees. All colors and patterns of papers will be available to help your creativity thrive. If you don't finish your project during the class, you'll leave with everything you need to make one of the projects from start to finish and the knowledge to make more. We'll even have a wide range of wrapping paper so you can wrap any gifts that are lurking unwrapped. Leave this class with your gifts wrapped with a personalized gift tag and something off of your

Let your creativity flow at this free program! All supplies provided. No registration needed.

Join the Tacony LAB for the holidays! We'll have custom ornaments and refreshments.Join the Tacony LAB for the holidays! You will have the opportunity to get a wooden ornament customized on our laser cutter. Limit 2 per person.We will have refreshments. Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not charge tuition or any sort of fees for any of our classes.Our classes are popular and often have wait-lists. If you enroll in a class, please commit to attending it!How to enroll in a Tacony LAB class:• You may enroll IN PERSON

Join us for Al-Bustan’s 2nd Annual Souk on Sunday, December 20th, from 12-4pm.Join us for Al-Bustan’s 2nd annual Holiday Souk on Sunday, December 20th, from 12-4pm. This will be the perfect opportunity to get your holiday gifts from local artists and makers!A souk is a traditional market or bazaar commonly found in Middle Eastern and North African countries. Souks are often lively markets where vendors sell a wide range of goods, including textiles, spices, jewelry, handcrafted goods, food, and other items. These markets are central to cultural and social life, providing not only a place for shopping but also a

Survivor, Warrior and West Philadelphia’s Container Village have come together to provide survivors of domestic violence a space for healingJoin us during the Holiday Makers Market for a donation-based, free domestic violence awareness event welcoming everyone to access resources, engage in small activities, and shop local vendors throughout the holiday season. Whether you’re healing from or standing in support, this is a safe space to breathe, connect, and feel seen.

We’re gathering for a day of collective nourishment—hands-on workshops, wellness offerings, and teachings to fortify us in the New YearSOULSTICE FESTDate: December 20thTime: 2:00 - 9:00 pmLocation: One Art 1435 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19131We’re honored to gather with you for a day of collective nourishment—hands-on workshops, wellness offerings, and teachings to fortify us and our community in the New Year.This Winter Solstice, we celebrate the return of the light by turning toward one another. Remembering community is medicine and we are the light. This gathering is FREE to attend, with optional add-on offerings so you can engage in

Get ready to unleash your creativity and design unique wrapping paper at our hands-on workshop!Join us on January 20 at 6:00 PM for a fun and creative evening! Get ready to unleash your inner artist and learn how to make beautiful wrapping paper for any occasion.No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. We'll provide all the materials you need to create unique and personalized wrapping paper.Pay what you can -- the suggested donation is $10.00!

Rewrite your favorite stories, songs, or poems—or share them as they are at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne!🎤✨ Join the LEDC’s Art Committee for a night of holiday reimaginings at the 20*20 House on December 20th from 6 - 8 pm! Rewrite your favorite stories, songs, or poems—or share them as they are—with flair, theatrics, and a dash of holiday magic. 📖🎶Readings must be registered in advance and be under 5 minutes. Register your reading here: https://airtable.com/appNtOdCfiIHomVVX/pagrQW9XWbwxictcN/form🎤✨ T’was the Night of Rewriting ✨🎤T'was the night of Rewriting, and all through the air,Storytellers gathered with tales to share.From Christmas to Kwanzaa,

Meeting at Houston Playground (see map here) There is plenty of free street parking nearby. Please note that there will not be bathrooms available along our route. Join us on Sunday, December 21 at 10:00 AM for a guided hike through Houston Meadow, as we welcome the turning of the seasons from autumn to winter. The winter solstice marks the day of the shortest amount of daylight and officially arrives shortly after we start our hike. We’ll walk the trails, taking in the first hints of winter—bare tree branches, splashes of evergreen and ferns, and the crisp scent of stillness

We will guide you in the basics of floral design and share tips for creating natural arrangements with holiday greens, flowers, and berries.This workshop will take place in the barn.

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

Book Jawn is coming to the block! ✨ Step into Philly’s pop-up book shop experience—where stories, culture, and community meetBook Jawn is coming to the block! 📚✨Step into Philly’s pop-up book shop experience—where stories, culture, and community meet. Shop books by local and independent authors, meet writers in person, and find your next great read for yourself or the kids. Whether you’re a reader, parent, or book lover, Book Jawn is a fun, feel-good way to support literacy and Black-owned businesses while enjoying the vibe. Come browse, connect, and leave with a book (or two!).

Hear from this month's artists and our current resident artist for their open studio before it all closes!Hear from this month's artists and our current resident artist for their open studio before it all closes!Learn more about our current exhibtions at: davinciartalliance.orgThis event and free and open to all. Suggested donation to attend is $10 per person.DVAA is a historic row home in the Bella Vista neighborhood. We are not yet wheelchair accessible; Da Vinci is a three floor gallery with narrow staircases. (We are working towards becoming ADA accessible by 2027!) It is 5 steps up to the first

Assemble a glass and solder a 3 dimensional Moravian star!With this workshop you will have a chance to learn about the basics of building stained glass by putting together a Moravian Star. This class will focus on copper foiling and soldering with no glass cutting. When you arrive you will choose your star color from a combo of winter colors. You will use specialized tools to solder in 3 dimensions.This workshop is simple enough for beginners, and a good intro for anyone without glass experience. The session will involve educating you on all the steps, using the tools, and assembling

An exploration of "The Longest Night: A Solstice Message for the Resistance" by Immanuel Solas.Join us for an exploration of “The Longest Night: A Solstice Message for the Resistance,” by Immanuel Solas.A roadmap, an invocation, a companion for the long winter ahead.For everyone who's been feeling the darkness this year and wondering:what now?You're not alone. There are others doing this work. And we need you.Water and hot tea will be provided.

Come listen to stories with guest storytellers, crafts, activities, and space for the whole family to gather. led by KokuRoko Learning Co-opBring the whole family to enjoy tales representing Black and Brown peoples, play, and foster community. We invite elders and griots to share stories. This is led by Koku-Roko Learning Co-op, where we gather like-minded families; easing the load of parenting and offering a curious space to explore.Check out our last Story HourMore about Koku-RokoKoku-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

Join us for our annual celebration of the shortest day of the year. This event offers a choice between a guided walk with naturalist Mike Weilbacher, a yin-style yoga class with Melissa Gyuraki, and creative crafts for the whole family brought to you by our very own Lily P.A.D.S educators. We’ll come back together at the end for hot drinks, light refreshments, and a sunset bonfire by the river! Feel free to reach out to Colleen at cwinslow@glenfoerd.org with any questions you may have. Solstice celebration schedule of activities: 3:15 pm- choose to attend one of the following: nature walk, yin-style yoga

Get ready to stitch up something both beautiful and practical! In this beginner-friendly sewing class, you’ll learn how to create your very own quilted microwave pot holders—perfect for warming up leftovers in style or gifting to a friend who loves a handmade touch. Our instructor will walk you through the basics of quilting, layering fabric, and safe construction techniques for heat protection. You’ll learn how to measure, cut, and assemble your holder while exploring fun ways to mix patterns, colors, and textures. ✨ What to Expect: Step-by-step instruction in a supportive, creative environment Bring your own scraps or use some

Explore the park and learn to identify plants!