A kid's paint and karaoke party featuring bottomless lemonades. Appropriate for children ages 4-12.Parents and kid ages 4-13, come enjoy 2 hours of instructor-led painting and karaoke with unlimited lemonade with Sage and Mom from Sips by Sage at Black Lotus in Germantown. Each month we will create new art projects, sing new songs and sip some of the area's best lemonade.Parents must stay the entire duration. Families have the option of taking a beautiful hike along the Wissahickon trials surrounding the property before or after the class. For more follow @SipsbySage and @BlackLotus.hhc on Instagram.More about Black Lotus HHCBlack

Join us to learn about healing power of labyrinths!Join us to learn all about the healing power of labyrinths! Led by Athena Dugan, the Philadelphia representative of the international Labyrinth Society, this unique workshop will teach you the history and techniques of labyrinth making. Attendees will work together to make and walk an actual labyrinth on the lawn across from the boathouse! Dating over 5000 years old, the earliest representations of labyrinths have been discovered in pottery shards and carvings in stone. Unlike a maze with many passages and dead ends designed to confuse you, the labyrinth is a unicursal

Wineberry Hike in South Mountain Reservation with Kirk BarrettHike 3.5 miles (or 2.5 with early exit) at a modest pace over rocky trails with a long climb from the Rahway River back to the summit.  Includes a discussion of how the Rahway River contributes to drinking water supply to the towns of Orange and Rahway.  As for the wineberry, it is a non-native, invasive plant that is very common in local natural areas, including the South Mountain Reservation. On the plus side, it produces a tasty berry that looks and tastes like a raspberry  and typically ripens early to mid July. We will stop along the

Philly Bike Action! will be meeting at the Schuylkill River Park at 10am on July 9th for our first Sunday Slow Ride. This ride is to bring awareness to the City  permitted bike lane parking afforded to the houses of worship on the Spruce/Pine corridor. We would like to to see an end to this practice. Our mission is to build support among the community for safer bike lanes and communicate that bike lane parking is dangerous for both cyclists and motorists.  Please read the following guidelines and essential information before choosing to participate: We will be following a 1

Learn how to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind plant prints and patterns on textiles using natural dyes.Learn how to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind plant prints and patterns on textiles using natural dyes. This workshop will lead participants through two unique natural dye processes for creating patterns on fabric: bundle dyeing using a variety of kitchen scraps, food waste dyes, and spices; and eco-printing using locally grown dye flowers. By focusing on both kitchen dyes and flower dyes, participants will be introduced to a broad array of natural dye sources. Bundle dyeing and eco-printing are two of the most water-wise natural dye techniques, making

Calling all young Nature Campers! Come explore, investigate and enjoy Pennypack Park at this fun-filled week.This camp is full for 2023.Join our waiting list to be notified if a space opens up, and/or when camp opens for 2024 registration.Follow us at Explore_Pec@eventbrte.com for all of our programs.Calling all young Nature Campers! Come explore, investigate and enjoy Pennypack Park at this fun-filled week. Nature Camp is the perfect setting to discover nature’s wonders in a safe, educational and social environment. Dates: Monday, July 10-Friday, July 14Ages: Children 8-12 years in JulyTime: 9am-3pmRegistration is required on Eventbrite. Payment is Non-refundable. $125.00 per

2023 Summer Camp Registration***For the safety of our animals, staff, and fellow campers, proof of covid-19 vaccination is required to attend camp. ***This camp is for your budding naturalist who is wild about wildlife. An introductory course to the world of animals and the variety of species we have around us, each day will focus on a particular topic with that day’s activities revolving around it. Children will be learning about mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates, and the ecosystems those animals live in through a variety of games, activities, crafts, live animal presentations, and even hands-on work outdoors with

A pre-college experience taught by Jefferson’s Kanbar College of Design, Engineering, and Commerce faculty and experts in the field.Register Early to receive $50 off, use promo code Take50Early by April 30th!Jefferson’s highly ranked Bachelor of Science Programs in Textile Design, Fashion Design, and Fashion Merchandising & Management are offering a combined pre-college workshop for high school students to explore a future in fashion!Through this program, you will complete a week-long project involving aspects of textile design, fashion design, and fashion merchandising. You will have the opportunity to design and explore in Thomas Jefferson University's 14,000-square-foot Fashion and Textile Futures Center,

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga.Mindful YogaMONDAYS | 6-week series: 7/10 – 8/146:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications. The location of our Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes

We’ve heard from a lot of people that we need more people coming together around Philly’s environmental issues. Join us for this first round of listening and suggestion sessions on why we need a coalition, what we should do, who we should engage, etc! July 10 is a rain date.

Learn how to Sew! Taught by Barb Baur you will learn how to make a pillowcase and a tote bag over 2 classesLearn the basics of how to use a sewing machine. With teacher Barb Baur, you will be making a pillowcase and a tote bag.Two Sessions from 6:00pm-8:00pm, July 10th and 17thTacony 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

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted with us beforeSorter: Research Project if you want to help us complete a survey while sorting that will be used as part of a

Draw your way through Jenkins!TUESDAY, JULY 11Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)9:30 AM – 12:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffDraw your way through Jenkins! Use sidewalk chalk to create beautiful nature-related art from the John J. Willaman Education Center down the main path through the garden. Don’t miss these special mornings of family fun and endless doodling.All ages welcome. Chalk will be provided—just bring your creativity! Please check in before starting. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Shine only.Free of chargeSidewalk Chalk Walks are scheduled for July 11, July 18, July 25, Aug 1, Aug 8, and Aug 15

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We will walk and collect ripe wine berries, then blend them with blueberries and a few other ingredients into tasty smoothiesWineberries are a type of raspberry originally from Asia, but grow in great abundance in Philadelphia parks and are considered an invasive plant. We will walk and collect ripe berries, then blend them with blueberries and a few other ingredients into tasty smoothies. Please wear long pants and clothedtoed shoes. Bring a container with you.

Please join us at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 11th, to hear from the 3 artists of "Glass House + Meddow" on view now at the InLiquid Gallery.One of the first written mentions of the River Wards came in the 1690s referring to it as the “Glass House and Meddow.” This indication of a glass manufacturing mill in the area foreshadowed the colonization and industrialization that shaped Fishtown, Northern Liberties, Port Richmond, and Kensington for generations. This exhibition looks at how our past has influenced our present, here and now, and will continue to shape our future -- affecting our

Group Yoga On The Pier with Roots2Rise YogaJoin Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 7-8 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome.** Find us on the grass pier within the Park (Park access road at 7801 State Rd, just south of Rhawn St.)This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will help sustain more free and low-cost yoga programming throughout the city.Please bring your own mat :)Pre-registration encouraged! CDC guidelines will be followed. Due to the recent uptick in

Children ages 4-10 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.This week friends will be designing their own Terrariums, adding dragons, fairies, or other tiny creatures to their magical, small, worlds!

Join us for an electrifying evening at the YPE Philadelphia Chapter and McSpirit Search networking and panel event!Panelists:Brendan Kelly, Managing Partner at EnerKnol - EnerKnol is an innovative energy policy data and analytics company that provides real-time access to the critical regulatory information required to make energy decisions.Micah Gold-Markel, Founder of Solar States - In addition to residential and commercial solar projects, Solar States has installed dozens of EV chargers and solar powered carports with multiple EV charging stations.Torsten Gruhn, EV Division Head at Bender Inc - From the design of safe charging stations to the charging process and use

Assistant Horticulturist, Chris Fehlhaber discusses growing conditions, plant selection, and designing gardens for very tough gardening siteWhat can we learn from plants that survive and thrive in the Chanticleer parking lot? This class rounds up some of the most resilient plants growing in the mid-Atlantic region. Chanticleer Assistant Horticulturist Chris Fehlhaber discusses growing conditions, plant selection, and designing gardens for very tough gardening sites. Bring your questions to learn more about what plants are truly low-maintenance and can withstand the trickiest growing conditions. Instructor BioChris Fehlhaber is an Assistant Horticulturist at Chanticleer, joining the organization in 2016. His goal is

A general introduction to homeopathy and share information about immunity/building knowledge of homeopathy as a wellness tool.Are you intrigued by Homeopathic medicine? Come to our informative session hosted by Pam Gilly, who will share important information about this approach of medicine and the science behind Homeopathic treatments. Come meet Pam at the upcoming Ambler Sampler on 6/25 and learn more about the workshop from her beforehand. Pam Gilly is a local holistic educator who will be presenting information and taking questions and answers.

A free hands-on workshop where we'll make prints with plants!The stems, leaves, and flowers of plants are essential to their functions: making their own food and providing it to other living things, building healthy soil, cleaning and filtering water, and providing shade. They also create beautiful shapes, lines, and patterns. In this workshop, we will make monoprints with plants. Artworks created during the workshop will be incorporated into Mapping Our Watershed, a mixed media piece by local artist Rebecca Schultz inspired by the watershed in Cheltenham Township.

Join us in person at Reading Terminal Market on Wednesday July 12, from 6 to 7:30 PM for the 15th Annual Beer Summit!Please join us on July 12, 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Reading Terminal Market in Center City, for Global Citizen’s 15th annual Beer Summit Conversation on Racism. This year’s topic is Gun Violence Prevention: Turning Community-wide Concerns into Citizen Action. This event is part of Global Citizen’s ongoing series of conversations on race, class, and power. The Beer Summit is an annual Global Citizen event marking the anniversary of the 2009 arrest of Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates

The Power of One Voice: A 50-Year Perspective on the Life of Rachel CarsonJoin PA IPL for our 2023 Summer Film Series on the second Wednesdays of July & September. We will kick off the summer with The Power of One Voice: A 50-Year Perspective on the Life of Rachel Carson, featuring PA IPL Board Member Dr. Patricia DeMarco.This remarkable film was produced & directed by Mark Dixon, Blue Lens, and executive produced & brought to PA IPL by Dr. Patricia DeMarco. From the Blue Lens website:A groundbreaking documentary examining the life of Rachel Carson and the profound implications of

Join Brice Dorwart for an informational walk on campus. ISA CEUs are available for certified arborists!Join Brice Dorwart and arborist professionals as they explore Haverford's summer landscape and learn how to identify deciduous tree species commonly found in the Philadelphia area. Brice is an ISA-certified, local teaching arborist. This walk will be attended by Arboretum members and Davey Resource Group employees who work with PECO's vegetation management department. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. If the weather is particularly bad the class will be rescheduled for the following Thursday, July 20th (same times). Participation in this class

Nearly 1,000 books for $1 each!Have you checked out your newest local bookstore yet?Yes? Not yet?Either way, come to our first sidewalk sale. No tickets needed! Just pop inOn July 13th from 10am-7pm, we will have TONS of books for only $1. Our back room, our patio and our sidewalk will be filled with books of all genres and for all ages.Are you a super reader? Great-- fill a bag for $5!!Are store will be open as well. There you can find wonderful books and merch all reasonably priced!

A special guided tour of the exterior grounds of the Fairmount Water Works, a National Historic LandmarkThis guided tour includes an orientation of the exterior grounds of our National Historic Landmark. Guests will then head inside to tour the Interpretive Center's exhibit areas on their own, see the award-winning 15-minute narrated historical film, and enjoy our latest exhibition, "POOL: A Social History of Segregation".Questions? Email us at fairmountww@gmail.com

Town Tours & Village Walks is a series of FREE strolls to learn about the agricultural heritage of Chester County, past & present!July 13 5:30 to 8 pm. — Kennett Square's Agricultural Past: It's Not All About Mushrooms! Guides will lead visitors through the borough to learn about Kennett's long and evolved agricultural history. Beginning on its main commercial street, the sites of three historic buildings will be presented. Then the tour will meander through the residential district where our agricultural leaders lived or worked. Guides will point out two buildings that contributed to increased opportunities for expanding markets and

Join us at the FABSCRAP warehouse to sort recovered fabrics, network, and sip on a summery cocktail provided by Good Vodka!Join FABSCRAP for our Summer Sip and Sort series! Enjoy summer cocktails, while spending your Thursday evening sorting fabric scraps for recycling and shopping for reclaimed fabrics afterward. Come ready to enjoy snacks and mixed drinks provided by Good Vodka! This event is sponsored by Good Vodka, a sustainably distilled spirit created from discarded coffee fruit, generating carbon offset. Good Vodka was founded in 2015 and its mission is to develop new, climate-positive spirits from overlooked agricultural byproducts and novel

What does Philadelphia's climate future look like? Help "Paint the Future" at this family-friendly evening of art and activism!What does Philadelphia's climate future look like? Mural Arts' Climate Justice Initiative (CJI) invites you to help "Paint the Future" at this family-friendly evening of art and activism!Mural Arts is currently painting a 400-foot-long mural that illustrates the past, present, and future of climate change and climate justice in Lenapehoking (the homelands of the Indigenous Lenape people, including Philadelphia and the Delaware River watershed). On July 13, you can help us paint this mural! (Children are welcome to attend, but must be

A VEGAN celebration of geekness with a side of French fries! Shop Vegan! Eat Vegan! Share Vegan!It's been OVER THREE YEARS since we did a Philly Vegan Pop Flea. So why not do it on EMBRACE YOUR GEEKNESS DAY & NATIONAL FRENCH FRY DAY!Join us for the VEGAN GEEKS UNITE MARKET on THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 6PM-10PM! It's going to be a fun evening celebrating community & enjoying all the good good that's vegan & plant-based under one roof!We'll be at TATTOOED MOM on the second floor with a great line-up of vendors. SUPPORT SMALL & VEGAN BUSINESS IN PHILLY!This

Did you know you can create colorful dyes from pesky invasive plants in your garden?Learn about the process of how to use invasive plants from our local forests to dye fabrics! In this hands-on workshop, participants will be provided with an overview of the mordant and dye process. They can make and test natural plant-based dyes from invasive wineberries (Rubus phoenicolasius) as well as roots from oriental bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus) on wool and cotton samples. For anyone who brings a natural textile item with, you will be able to experiment with dying it as well. Examples include: socks, bandana, or

This full-day, hands-on workshop is for individuals wishing to create landscapes that are stunning and earth-friendlyCourse OverviewThe class focuses on weaving ecologically sound concepts into traditional residential design. It also includes graphics instruction to communicate ideas efficiently and boldly on paper. Content centers on the paradigm of curvilinear drift design and encourages the use of native plantings that are both visually pleasing and environmentally sound. If you’re serious about learning how to meld sustainable elements into traditional design, this participant-centered workshop is for you!Materials ProvidedCircle templateDrafting pencils (8B, HB, 4H) Eraser and erasing shieldFlexible curveTracing paperGriddled vellum100 page workbook Featured

This full-day, hands-on workshop is for individuals wishing to create landscapes that are stunning and earth-friendlyCourse OverviewThe class focuses on weaving ecologically sound concepts into traditional residential design. It also includes graphics instruction to communicate ideas efficiently and boldly on paper. Content centers on the paradigm of curvilinear drift design and encourages the use of native plantings that are both visually pleasing and environmentally sound. If you’re serious about learning how to meld sustainable elements into traditional design, this participant-centered workshop is for you!Materials ProvidedCircle templateDrafting pencils (8B, HB, 4H) Eraser and erasing shieldFlexible curveTracing paperGriddled vellum100 page workbook Featured

Join environmental educator, Rebecca Silvey, for a program for young learners ages 18 months to 3 years old.For young learners ages 18mo-3yrs and their favorite caregiver. We will sing songs, dance, and explore nature using our senses. Please bring a picnic blanket, sturdy footwear, sun protection, water, and anything else you need for you and your little one to feel comfortable. The class will occur drizzle or shine but we will cancel/reschedule in the case of inclement weather. *Banner image by Rawpixel

Join us at Bartram's Garden for River—a poetic exploration of the timeless relationship between human civilization and Earth's rivers.Join us for our Bartram's Garden season kick-off!**EVENT FLOW:DOORS @ 7:30PM PERFORMANCE by Hudson River @ 8:00PMFILM @ 9:00PM —**THIS EVENT IS OUTDOORS and NOT RAIN OR SHINE** Look for updates via email and social media. In the event of cancellation, without postponement, all tickets will be refunded less 20% donation to Soil Generation & any Eventbrite fees.**BYO-CHAIRS or BLANKET** Seating is first come, first served. **BYO-FOOD N' DRINK** Some concessions and drinks will be available for purchase on-site.—**TICKETS**GENERAL ADMISSION: $12 (recommended)

Ride the Farms with ONWARD!It's Jersey Fresh time! Join ONWARD for a self- paced bike ride on beautiful backroads stopping at three family farm markets. The markets offer plenty of fresh, local produce and farm made products. New course with new stops for 2023! Out & back rides make navigating the course super easy! Ride one spur for 12 miles total, another for 20 miles or combine the two for a total of 30 miles. Cue sheets will be provided and roads will be marked. Volunteers will pack and transport your purchases to our host farm, Pine Tavern Distillery.Pine Tavern

Join us for a workshop led by a team of community-based Produce Safety Educators and participate in a regional mapping project with NESAWG!Produce Safety Field Day and MapJamProduce Safety Training9-12pmPlease join us at One Art Community Center for a day of learning and community food systems visioning. First, there will be an interactive workshop where you will learn from a team of Produce Safety Educators. Laquanda Dobson, Dr. Melvina Brown and Lindsay Gilmour bring years of experience in teaching and farming in the Philadelphia region to help answer questions specific to your operation and give real world examples of some

Join us for a Revival Walk through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney where we will honor the sun and nature.The Revival Walks bring healing, solace and joy to participants, as facilitators lift up Afro-centric practices in order to rebalance our relationship to the natural world. Join us once a month on a Saturday (except August) for a journey through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia where we will honor the sun, wind, trees, birds and nature. Mama Carla will share stories illuminating our place in community with one another and with our natural environment. Additional artists

A hands-on workshop where we'll learn all about the beauty and function of soil in watershed health!Soil is the skin of the earth. We move across it every day, but rarely stop to notice it or understand its importance to all living things. The composition of soil plays a big role in watershed health, and it’s also more complex–and beautiful to look at–than most of us can imagine! Join ecological artist (and TTF Streamkeeper) Rebecca Schultz and Maura Slocum, Doctoral Candidate in the Department of Earth & Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania, for a closer look at the

Discover the world of reptiles and amphibians! See colorful frogs, snakes and turtles. All Ages. Free.Discover the world of reptiles and amphibians! Drop in from 10am-2pm to see colorful frogs, snakes and turtles. Crafts throughout the day. Enjoy a guided nature hike to discover our local wild residents @1:00pm. Registration appreciated but not required!Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. Photos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation.

Produce exchange days provide an opportunity to socialize with your garden neighbors, share growing secrets/tips and exchange fresh produce!

Come one, come all! Join us on this unique, two-hour tour of Philly. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love!

Join us for a fun-filled Vendor Market at The Germantown ArtHaus!Find your next treasure at the 2023 Germantown ArtHaus Vendor Market! We are happy to share our Spring-Summer Vendor Market schedule with you!It's been TOO long! We are so glad the weather is warming up! It's time to reconnect!Vendor Markets are held on the following Saturdays from 12pm to 6pm SPRING-SUMMER DATES!April 29th*May 6th*May 13th* (Mother's Day Market)June 24thJuly 15thJuly 22ndJuly 29thAugust 5th* = there's a Community Mural Paint Day happening on-site as well!Would you like to be a highlighted vendor? Vendors receive a custom promo flyer and promotions via

Discover the world of reptiles and amphibians on a hike through the Pennypack. All Ages. Free.Discover the world of reptiles and amphibians on a guided nature hike to discover our local wild residents. Hike begins at 1 p.m. sharp. All Ages. Free. Registration appreciated but not required!Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. Photos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out, please

Enjoy a day of family fun on the waterfront with crafts, activities, and kayaking!Enjoy a day of family fun on the waterfront! Explore our hands-on art and educational activities led by our Environmental Program staff, Riverfront North, and a teaching artist will create environmentally focused art with visitors.Don’t miss our open kayaking session from 1 pm to 3 pm. Drinks will be available for purchase as well as food from Wokworks food truck. Bring a blanket or some chairs and enjoy the outdoors. Play some lawn games or search for birds.  Tour the house and investigate the grounds with our

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Free Book Swap event brought to you by Tree House Books and OURchive to promote literacy in our communities.Please join us for our 3rd Book Swap of the year. Bring up to 5 of your own titles and a bag to take home as many as you'd like. Music will be curated by DJ Jamz and hosted by Tree House's own, Kai. We may have the Traveling Tree House present and filled with books as well, be sure to stop in and take a few pictures. This event is free but both organizations are Non-Profit and accepting donations year round

SS23 “Radiant Revival” - Embrace your true colors and bloom into your most authentic self with Grant BLVD.Still riding the waves of an incredible fashion show at Longwood Gardens, we've got a collection for you inspired by bold blooms and breezy beach vibes! Just in time for your end of summer excursions and your Diner En Blanc plans, Grant Blvd's Summer '23 collection is exactly the wardrobe update that your closet needs. On July 15th Grant Blvd is hosting a collection launch event in store and you're invited. Join the party by clicking the link to sign up!More on the

3rd Annual low profile walk/run through a Philadelphia neighborhood, ideal for beginners, leisure walkers, and families.Not exactly a 5K, but just enough to get your heart rate up, increase appreciation for your neighborhood, and connect to other green thumbs, seedfolks, and health enthusiasts.FREE to West Oak Lane residents and sliding scale for all others participants.Register at this link for the Walk-A-Thon. The Eventbrite registration does not serve as your official walk/run registration. Please click the link to reserve your spot and let us know you're coming. The walk/run ends at Awbury Park (6101 Ardliegh St.) where there will be a

Cyclists of all ages and experience levels are invited to Kahn Park to learn more about cycling resources and join a group rideJoin the WSWCA and other organizations for a day that celebrates cycling. Washinton Square West has 4 bike lanes that traverse our neighborhood, and we want everyone to feel confident that they can use them safely! Stop by our Fair at Kahn Park to meet and talk with representatives from Vision Zero, The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, and Indego. Get the kids involved by visiting with the National Youth Bike Council, and do some crafts and activities

The pups are headed to Philadelphia, and redefining what a "growler" is!Join us as we present Doggy Noses & Yoga Poses at Love City Brewing Company to benefit Philly Rescue Angels! You do the yoga while the pups do the cuddles! Adorable rescue puppies and dogs will be allowed to ROAM FREELY and interact with you during this one-hour mixed level yoga class featuring Monarch Yoga instructor Sarah Thompson, so be prepared to get puppy kisses! Pawssport holders will also be entitled to a complimentary pint after the class (for guests 21 and over). Space is limited and interest is

Sweetest. Ride. Ever.Join us for a fun, friendly, ice cream-filled ride with friends old and new.Everyone is welcome on this casual cruise — so bring your family, coworkers, neighbors, and friends. We’ll be handing out plenty of sweet treats, drinks, and free goodies for you and your bike (while supplies last).­ This is gonna be fun!

Join us for a free guided kayak tour of the Delaware River.Looking for a new adventure? Come join us at Glen Foerd this summer as we explore the beautiful Delaware River by kayak. Kayak excursions will be led by professionally certified guides and are appropriate for all levels of experience. The tour will include an introduction to the basics of paddling and an overview of safety protocols. Our exploration will be in tandem kayaks, so grab a buddy and come join us!Please arrive on time so our staff can deliver the safety talk and get everyone out on the water.

Join us as we tell stories of abolitionists and freedom seekers and visit locations of the Underground Railroad in and around Kennett SquareOur popular, family-friendly tours are led by a knowledgeable guide in a comfortable, climate-controlled bus.  You will visit documented Underground Railroad sites, historic homes and Quaker Meetinghouses while learning about local abolitionists and anti-slavery activity including the contributions of local African Americans and their faith communities.

Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for free public mushroom hunt!**This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider choosing the Donation Ticket option at checkout to give an amount of your choice**Meet at Picnic Area 9 at 1pm. After a brief introduction we will break apart to look for mushrooms. If it is your first time and/or you feel like you need guidance you will be able to follow more experienced members. At 3pm we will all meet back at the starting point to identify and talk about

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Join us for an outdoor nature story time with the Tacony Free Library, along the river at Lardner's Point Park.Join Riverfront North Partnership and the Tacony Free Library for an outdoor nature story time, along the river at Lardner's Point Park. Every Third Monday at 11am from July through October we will host a free kid's story time event focused around nature. Except stories, singing, dancing and laughing!We suggest you bring blankets or small chairs for yourself and the children as there are limited benches available. Event will be canceled if there is a high likliehood of rain and participant's

Meeting at Valley Green Inn. Do you love Wissahickon Valley Park? Would you like to play a direct role in keeping this special place clean and accessible for generations to come? Then join us for Devil’s Pool Litter Clean-ups on Tuesday mornings this summer! No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with you. Detailed information will be included in your

Join us for storytime led by Haverford Township Free Library!Join us for a delightful time of books and songs! This outdoor, in-person storytime will be held once a month during the summer at the Haverford College campus in front of the climbing tree (N 40° 00.534 W 075° 18.482) from 10:30 am-11:00 am. This storytime will be in lieu of Babies & Books and is tailored to children ages 0 to 5.Children need to be accompanied by a guardian while attending this program. This event will be canceled in the case of inclement weather. Registration is not required but by

Join us for a special event with author Maria Rodale!TUESDAY, JULY 18Love, Nature, Magic Author Event11:30 AM – 12:30 PMSponsored by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens + Tredyffrin Library's Arbo-READ-um partnershipJoin us for a reading of Love, Nature, Magic and Q&A conversation with bestselling author, activist, and garden expert Maria Rodale. Light refreshments and a book signing will be held at the end of the event. Books will be available for purchase. Free of charge

Children ages 5-7 years old can join us for this 2 hour drop off program.Children ages 5-7 years join us for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. This is a drop off program. Parents and siblings are not permitted to stay with the program.$5.00 per child. Eventbrite fees apply if paying by card. If you'd like to pay by cash or check, those options can be found at checkout. Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. This is

Join us for a FREE concert featuring ARKAI. Brought to life by PHS and Astral in the PHS Pop Up Garden ManayunkFree to attend for all ages. This concert will be in the PHS Pop Up Garden Manayunk. Located at 106 Jamestown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19127. Tuesday July 18th 6:30-8:30pm, rain date Wednesday July 19th. This Garden Party will feature performances by ARKAI, an award-winning electroacoustic duo that has inspired audiences around the world through their genre-defying string music. Graduates of The Juilliard School, their past engagements have included performances at The MET, Joe’s Pub, City Winery, US Air Force

Join USGBC and ASHRAE to learn about the federal incentives for green building projects under the IRA.Join us for a webinar co-hosted by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) to get the latest news and updates around the new federal incentives for green building projects under the Inflation Reduction Act. From expanded tax incentives to wide-ranging grant and financing opportunities, the IRA is loaded with programs that building professionals can take advantage of as they plan to build new facilities or renovate existing buildings. The webinar is open to

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted with us beforeSorter: Research Project if you want to help us complete a survey while sorting that will be used as part of a

Children ages 4-10 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.For this session, children will be using hammers & mallets, and lots of beautiful flowers to make some colorful process art! We'll also be using recyclables & nature treasures to test out some cool printmaking techniques! Lily P.A.D.S is a play and discovery space with children’s programming that will kick off this Summer with a series of 8 weekly workshops for little artists, ages 4-10. Lily P.A.D.S., named in honor of Lily Macalester, daughter of the original owner of Glen Foerd,

Only 30 residents will be chosen: must register & COMMIT TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL 3 workshops: July 19th, Aug 2nd, & Aug 16th, 5PM-7PM per datePlease join us in developing a community-led Green Vision Plan for Kingsessing. Your neighborhood has been selected to install a green demonstration project, which this community-led plan will determine. Collaborate on creating the types of green that will best support your community. We are sponsoring a three-part workshop series to co-create the Green Vision Plan. Recognizing your service to the community, YOU ARE INVITED to apply. Thirty applicants who agree to attend all workshops will

Our Queer Community Hikes are a safe space intended to foster a sense of community, while promoting time spent outdoors & self-care.Our Queer Community Series is designed for: anyone who self-identifies as a member or ally of the Queer Community. This is a monthly group outing designed to increase your general sense of well-being while combining gentle exercise and time spent in nature.Our mindful hikes begin and end with a personal check in using our THRIVE Compass tool. We then hike to our halfway point and the group is led through a mindfulness exercise before we head back.Our events are

Free Tai Chi classes along the River at Pennypack on the DelawareJoin Riverfront North for an all levels Tai Chi class along the River at Pennypack on the Delaware. The class will include qigong, standing meditation, as well as instruction in Yang style Tai Chi. Expect a learning experience in the traditional philosophy and practical application appropriate for beginners and experienced practitioners. Tai Chi is a martial art. Instruction will be given for the application of the postures to increase awareness, focus and purpose in the form.All ages/levels welcome. We recommend you wear athletic clothing and exercise shoes.** Find us

Join Green Philly to celebrate 15 years with light hor'dourves, drinks, and networking with sustainability advocates.NEW DATE: July 19th! If you have a ticket, you're ticket is still valid for this date. If you cannot make It, you can either email us to request a refund or donate the ticket fee for our future stories and put on more great events like these. UPDATE: Due to “very unhealthy” air quality from wildfires in Canada, we have made the difficult decision to postpone our 15-year Soirée. The safety and well-being of our attendees, staff, and community members have always been our

Join us on Wednesday, July 19th, in celebration of Park Towne Place's Artist In Residence, Michelle Marcuse!Join us on Wednesday, July 19th, in celebration of Park Towne Place's Artist In Residence, Michelle Marcuse!During her 2023 artist residency at Park Towne Place, Philadelphia-based artist Michelle Marcuse created a new body of work, resulting in this exhibition, aptly titled Binding Ties. Originating from South Africa, Marcuse’s studio practice investigates the concept of our intricate relationship between identity, history, and our shared human experience amidst a "melting pot" of cultures. With an ever-curious exploration, Marcuse utilized wire, string, and raffia to create the

Learn how to sketch freely, capture light, improve your observation skills, and enhance your creativity!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 19 – AUGUST 9 Sunset Sketching Series 7:00 – 8:30 PM 4-week series Nicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-Action There’s something special about being in nature and capturing its beauty on paper. As the sun begins to set at Jenkins, join artist Nicola Loughlin to learn how to sketch freely, capture light, improve your observation skills, and enhance your creativity! This sunset series offers a fun and supportive environment to develop your skills and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. All materials included. Suitable for

The EPA's Carbon Rule BriefingJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on July 19 at 7:00pm for an informational session about the EPA and proposed strong climate pollution rules for fossil fuel burning power plants. Seth Sacks, Field Director of Climate Action PA (a project of the Conservation Voters of PA), will be the speaker. He will speak to the significance of the Carbon Rule and how to leave comments/take action.The EPA has proposed new standards to cut carbon pollution from power plants. The EPA is now taking public comment on the proposal, and you can

Join the Bucks County Conservation District to help us rid Lake Towhee of invasive species European Water Chestnut!Bucks County Conservation District will be hosting the 14th annual Paddle with a Purpose. With Partners from the Bucks County Parks and Recreation Department and Delaware Canal State Park Paddle with a Purpose is an educational volunteer event that brings the community together to work towards a common goal: eradicating Lake Towhee of invasive Water Chestnuts (Trapa natans).This is an event where you can borrow or bring your own watercraft /personal flotation device. A signed liability waiver (Waiver here) is required for participation.