Create your own portrait of a house (or any building)Paint a house portrait!Over four classes, students will learn the basics of perspective drawing and complete a painting of their home, or any building of their choosing. Students should come with printed photos of the building they will paint, or they can choose from some Philly landmarks provided by the teacher. No experience necessary.If you took this class earlier this year, please refrain from taking this to give others an opportunity.4 Monday Sessions, September 11th, 18th, 25th and October 2nd from 6:00pm-8:00pmTacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes

Explore the Nature Sanctuary in search of sights, sounds & signs of wildlife. Adults Only. Free.Explore the Nature Sanctuary in search of sights, sounds & signs of wildlife. This hike we will be focusing on early bird migration. Adults Only. Free. 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 an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress for the weather and hiking. Photos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and

Join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons from 4:00-5:30 to take time after school to be with friends outside.Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our barn animals and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts. Program Details:This program is 1.5 hours each week and is designed for children in kindergarten through 3rd grade. The fall 2023 session will be six weeks beginning on September 12th and runs through October 17th. The cost is $180 per child for the session. Enrollment is capped at 14 participants. A minimum of 5 registrations is

Introduction to the Energy Coordinating Agency (ECA) and Tour of their Green Jobs Training Center and Heat Pump LabYPE is launching a series of events focused on all things electrification - solar, heat pumps, transportation, and everything in between.Join us in our first installment of the Electrification Series at the ECA headquarters to get an introduction to their work and mission - to help people conserve energy and to promote a sustainable and socially equitable energy future for all - followed by a tour of their Green Jobs Training Center and recently opened Heat Pump Lab.Want to learn more about

Free Outdoor Movie screening of Encanto at Glen Foerd on the DelawareFree Flicks in the Riverfront ParksNortheast Philadelphia’s biggest outdoor movie series, presented by Riverfront North Partnership, is kicking off on 8/22 at the Bridesburg Rec CenterCheck out entire lineup below:2023 FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE SCHEDULE8/22 – Super Mario Movie (Bridesburg Rec Center)9/12 – Encanto – (Glen Foerd)10/10 – Hocus Pocus – (Glen Foerd)*Super Mario and Encanto begin shortly after sunset. Hocus Pocus will begin around 7pm.

Join us for a morning of field work which could include harvesting, weeding, planting, mulching, seeding, and more!THIS WORK SHIFT IS FOR NON-MEMBERS ONLY! IF YOU ARE A MEMBER, PLEASE REGISTER FOR YOUR SHIFT THROUGH THE MEMBER PORTAL. What to expect: You will be working with Alessandro (he/him), who goes by Ali, and Nicole(she/they), the farmers at Awbury, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-opmembers completing working member shifts, and other volunteers. Field work generally involves kneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to theelements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs,

Noontime bird walks.Enjoy an expert guided bird walk during fall migration. If it's raining we will watch the feeders from inside and talk about birds!

Take a guided tour behind the 10-foot wall of Girard College to explore its history and architecture.Enjoy a guided tour behind the famous 10-foot wall of Girard College with Director of Historical Resources Kathy Haas. As we stroll around this 43-acre oasis in the middle of the city, we’ll talk about Stephen Girard, the 19th-century multi-millionaire who left his fortune to create a school for financially-disadvantaged children; the monumental architecture of the school, including Founder's Hall, a National Historic Landmark; the generations of students who have lived and learned here (and still do); and the powerful civil rights activism that

Children ages 2-6 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.Sept. 13: As the older kiddos are getting back to their school routines, we’re inviting our younger friends out for a Storytime. Followed by a Process Art Painting session! Wear something you can get messy, & let's enjoy some creative play! This session is for ages 2-6!

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

Looking to refresh your wardrobe? Join Chayah Movement and FABSCRAP for our first clothing swap!Join us for a clothing swap at the BOK! Cycle out your gently loved clothes, shoes, and accessories for something new-to-you this season. Bring in pieces you no longer wear, instead of sending them to a landfill, make a deal to swap your goods out with other pre-loved styles! Pieces should be in good used condition - please be sure your items are clean and wearable.Chayah Movement is a 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on equipping the next generation of fashion professionals with ethical and sustainable practices through

Everyday people are making and buying things. The world around you is made up of these things. But what do these things say about us?Everyday people are making and buying things. The world around you is made up of these things. But what do these things say about us? And what will these things say about you and your culture one hundred years from now? The Culture of Stuff is an introduction to the study of Material Culture. Barry Rauhauser takes a look at how objects provide us with clues about how the people of the past viewed the world

A future of trees and how we can get there together_A community presentation of the city of Philadelphia's comprehensive tree plan.Presented by Erica Smith Fichman, Community Forestry Manager for the city of Philadelphia, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the Philadelphia Tree Plan, a 10 year strategic plan, released in February 2023, for the planting and care of the urban forest, guided by values of environmental justice, community engagement, and sustainability.In addition, here from volunteer Tree Tender groups, powered by neighbors just like you, in supporting trees for all to enjoy.Brought to Palumbo Rec Center by Bella Vista

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.Join us this month as we celebrate FABSCRAP's 7th Anniversary! For seven years we have been providing recycling and reuse solutions for our partner brands and creative communities locally and nationwide. We have reached this milestone with the contribution of our wonderful volunteers. During this session, 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

Join us on Thursday, September 14th for a magic picture card-making workshop led by Leeway x NextFab Artist-in-Residence, Colette Fu, an award-winning pop-up book artist. The Mid-Autumn Festival, a.k.a. Mooncake Festival, is a traditional festival celebrated in Chinese culture – a time when family and friends get together and celebrate. To ring in the occasion, we’ll make magic picture cards, enjoy mooncakes, and sip on bubble tea. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring in any photos or artwork you might want to incorporate into a card. All levels are welcome! Learn more about Colette’s 2023 Leeway

Pick your favorite herbs in our garden and make this adorable oil and vinegar set. Etch glass to create your one of a kind oil & vinegar setPick your favorite herbs in our garden and make this adorable oil and vinegar set. You will learn how to etch glass to create your one of a kind oil and vinegar cruet set. Snuggle with our adorable baby goats after class.

Community of Practice session for co-op curious curious visual/graphic designers to sklill-up & skillshare on working with coops.Join us on Thursday, September 14th, from 6:30-8pm for our next Community of Practice session. It will be tailored for co-op curious visual/graphic designers, as well as other visual artists who do similar work. The topic will be: “How do you, as a visual designer with anticapitalist ideals, navigate doing work largely used for marketing?” As per usual, at the start of the workshop PACA will chat briefly about some of the ins and outs of why co-ops are rad. Then the bulk

Bring your own picnic basket and Pick Your Own Flowers from our flower fields & snuggle with our young goats.Bring your own picnic basket and everything you need for a perfect picnic. We have tables and chairs set up next to our horse pasture for you to use. You can enjoy our beautiful white horses while you enjoy your dinner. Flowers are a must for the perfect picnic. You can create your own bouquet to enjoy during dinner and take home afterwards. We have Sunflowers, Zinnias, Dahlias and Snapdragons.You will have the chance to snuggle with our young goats.You can

Join us to give back and support our community right here in Philadelphia. Fundraising for Savage Sisters recovery to aid in harm reduction.Come out to Peachy State of Mind Marketplace to enjoy local artists, food and music all while raising money to give back and support our friends in the houseless community who struggle with access to harm reduction, housing, and the road to recovery. My vision for this is a warm welcoming environment where we can meet local artists, network and get involved in some mutual aid! Fundraising for Savage Sisters Recovery#worthsaving

A Fall Equinox sunset EXPERIENCE featuring wellness activities, a 4 course dinner with NYC/Jamaican Chef Troy Levy + music by DJ Oluwafemi!Join us for Get Fresh Daily's Fresh Take on a fall equinox celebration of food, community and Black culture.This is our first ever Fundraiser to secure funding for free and reduced cost weekly, organic produce boxes and recipes for 45 West Philly families.This signature fall event at The Historic Belmont Mansion is Get Fresh Daily’s (GFD) fresh take on a 4-course farm to table dinner- GFD DOES IT DIFFERENT! This meal will feature locally sourced ingredients you can find

What: A free, four-part program empowering today’s girls in freshwater science, technology, recreation, engineering, art, and math (STREAM). Please note! We ask that you attend at least two of the first three sessions (September 16, October 7, November 4). You must also attend the final session on December 2, 2023. Where: Various locations; see session listing below. Audience: We welcome Chester County, Pennsylvania, middle to high school (ages roughly 11–17) cis girls, trans girls, nonbinary youth, gender-nonconforming youth, and/or all youth who experience girlhood as part of their unique journey. Cost: Free. Registration is required and limited to 40 participants.Please

Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for these monthly small group sessions. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning various compositional and technical options on the spot.Participants will need to bring a camera, a fully charged battery, and a camera card with space to shoot freely. Photographers with any kind of camera can benefit, but DSLRs are recommended.Rain date: Sunday, 9/17Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, and Nov

Come join us as a vendor or shopper for our 8th annual flea market at East Passyunk on Sept. 16th from 9am-3pm!Vendor fee per space is $25.Print out and complete the application, scan and email completed form to eastpassyunkcommunitycenter@phila.govRegistration Form must be completed, and payment received to secure spot.Sign up in person at 1025 Mifflin St. Phila PA 19148 or through Eventbrite @ www.EPCCAC.EVENTBRITE.COM.

Join us on Sat Sept 16th for the Uhuru Book Fair and Marketplace. We will have live music, spoken word, a Childrens Circle and more!Join us on Saturday, September 16th in beautiful Clark Park for the 8th Annual One Africa! One Nation! Uhuru Book Fair & Flea Market! This free all day program will feature live music poetry, spoken word, local authors, a Childrens Circle special activities for families, music, food, and over 100+ marketplace vendors! Free education resources will be available throughout the day to address adult literacy, English as a Second Language (ESL), and the community-wide lack of

Celebrate National Estuary Week and help PDE bag oyster shells so that they can used in restoration projects and support clean waters!Partnership for the Delaware Estuary has been collecting oyster shell from Wilmington area restaurants since early 2016. Generally, spent oyster shells go to landfills, but with our recycling program shells are going back to the Delaware Bay.Oyster shells are important for baby oysters and the entire aquatic ecosystem. Oysters are ecosystem engineers and a keystone species in the Delaware Bay. These awesome shellfish not only filter our water but oyster reefs are important habitat for lots of local wildlife.

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!

Save the date, September 16th! We will collab with FIVE other Philadelphia-based community organizations to clean up Germantown!This is a community event aimed to bring together SIX Philadelphia-based organizations to empower members to take action. Groups like We Are Talking Trash Inc, We Are Smart 2, Helping Special Friends Inc, Men Who Care, G-Town Radio, and others will gather to aid in a community clean-up the underpass of 5799 Magnolia st, where heaps of trash are illegally dumped regularly. This is only one of the many clean-ups that will happen in Germantown and we need your help to substantially make

Get in back-to-school mode with your very own handmade sketchbook!Head back to school with a unique, one-of-a-kind, handmade sketchbook. Students will learn the craft of basic bookbinding while creating a take-home book or journal using recycled and environmentally conscience materials. Basic supplies and materials are provided. Participants are encouraged to bring fabric, stencils, or waterproof objects to include in their creations.All materials provided. Ages 13-18. $20 per person, max 15 people

Join InLiquid’s 40th Parallel North Preservation Brigade and artist Rebecca Schultz to make soil pigments!Please RSVP to join InLiquid and artist Rebecca Schultz on September 16th for a soil pigment and painting workshop at Penn Treaty Park! There will be two sessions of this workshop; please only choose one that works best for your schedule. Prehistoric humans made their paint from rocks and soil - and we can still make art with these rich colors today! In this workshop, participants will explore the process of creating watercolor pigments using local soil samples. You'll have the opportunity to experiment with these

A curated marketplace that happens now and then highlighting artists, artisans, makers, and resellers in Philly.40 vendors in the historic Leader Theater vending at a day of music, workshops, and fun. Inside, free and open to public, dog and kid friendly. Spots are relatively 8x6 and cost $60 each!

Beyond comparison the most exciting and fact filled 2 hour adventure offered in Philly. Learn about the history of Black Philadelphia.

Volunteer with your Philly B friends and support Farmer Jawn's new location in West Chester!Some of us had the opportunity to meet Christa and learn about her new farm in West Chester at the B Champion's retreat. If you aren't familiar you can learn about her great work here: FarmerJawnfollows regenerative farming practices that concentrate on soil health and increasing access to organic food to marginalized communitiesFarmerJawn is looking for help preparing for a seasonal transition. We'll be helping with harvesting and with general field maintenance tasks like weeding, and preparing for a seasonal transition. Come in farm clothes and

Join us for an unforgettable Bluegrass Brunch with Kampar Kitchen, where you can feast on delicious food while jamming to lively tunes.Bluegrass Brunch with Kampar KitchenJoin us for the grand finale of our anniversary week: a toe-tapping, finger-licking good time at the Bluegrass Brunch with Kampar Kitchen! Get ready to indulge in a delightful combination of soulful bluegrass tunes and a mouthwatering meal.In addition to live music, beers, and brunch cocktails, the main attraction is Chef Ange Branca's specially curated brunch platter for 1-2 people, featuring small plates by the following chefs: Melissa Fernando, Sri’s Company, Sri LankaAmaryllis Rivera-Nassar, Amy’s

Join us for the 2023 Philadelphia Marketplace! Makers and crafters from the tri-state area will return to Dilworth Park!Join us for the 2023 Philadelphia Marketplace! Makers and crafters from the tri-state area will return to Dilworth Park from Saturday, September 2 through October 1, 2023 to showcase their goods! 20 vendors will set up shop every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm - 6pm to bring their unique crafts to Center City.Grab a bite or a refreshing drink at the Air Grille. Let the summer festivities begin!Admission to the Philadelphia Marketplace is FREE!Check our website https://www.madeinphila.com/ for more information.Follow us on

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.

Our annual free open gate tour of our farm. We'll walk through the farm and talk about how our farm is designed with permaculture principlesEvent Details Come join us for our annual 'Open Gate' Farm Tour! This is a free farm tour open to the public; it's the perfect chance to come see what we are doing at Hundred Fruit Farm, ask lots of questions, taste some pawpaw fruit, and learn a lot about permaculture design and no-spray organic farming in the process. After the tour, stick around to buy some plants for our edible landscaping nursery or some produce

The project involves designing farm animals on terracotta pots, painting them with acrylic paint, and then adding a plant at the end.The project involves designing farm animals on terracotta pots, painting them with acrylic paint, and then adding a plant at the end. As you watch your chosen plant grow and flourish within the farm-inspired pot, it will become a living part of your art. The farm animals will keep you company as you tend to your plant, creating a cute piece of decor in your home.After crafting you will walk over to our Sister-Farm (Rose Bridge Farm and Sanctuary)

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

Chairman Omali Yeshitela, Uhuru Movement founder and leader on tour with his latest book "The Verdict Is In: Reparations Now!"An Evening with Chairman Omali Yeshitela, Uhuru Movement and African People's Socialist Party founder and leader, features his latest book "The Verdict is In: Reparations Now!" with testimonials from the historic1982 First World Tribunal on Reparations for African People in the U.S. As the People's Advocate, Chairman led 2 days of testimony and a panel of international judges convicted the U.S. government of genocide and found that African people are owed $4.1 trillion in reparations. This trial kickstarted the reparations movement

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!Every other Tuesday during the active volunteer season (April - October) the Arboretum hosts volunteer workdays open to the community. Each session is led by a staff member and focuses on gardening in a different area of campus. Activities will vary each week and can include but are not limited to planting, weeding, mulching, clearing invasives, and watering. The tasks required in each specific session will be announced monthly via our volunteer eNews email (sign up here). As an Arboretum volunteer, you can learn new skills, gain experience, and become a valued member of our volunteer

Join us for a story, simple craft, short walk & more. Children ages 2-5 years with an adult.This month we will be learning about the pawpaw tree and its fruit. Children ages 2-5 years with an adult can join us for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. $5.00 per child. Adults are FREE. 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

A discussion on climate change's role in biodiversity loss, and what can be done to reverse course.Canadian and Hawaiian wildfires; a bleached Great Barrier Reef; flooding in Pakistan and Nigeria; drought in Somalia; and devastating Cyclones across Malawi and Mozambique are just some of the recent climate driven natural disasters rearranging and challenging the ecosystems on which we all depend. The United Nations calls the confluence of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution a “triple planetary crisis.” A million species are at risk of extinction by 2050. Despite global calls to act, the world is suffering increasingly severe and often irreversible impacts

Partnership with the Chesapeake Bay FoundationHere at PA IPL a big planting effort is underway, and we want you to be part of it!PA IPL received requests for over 25,000 trees this Spring! We are excited to partner with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation once again to deliver as many of these requests as possible. Join us for a virtual session on September 19th at 7pm where we will learnabout the importance of planting native treeshow to plant & maintain trees you receiveand a little more about the mission to plant 10 million trees in PA by 2025We can’t wait to

Join us each month for a new adventure in natural sciences. Older Adults. FREE.Join us each month for a new adventure in natural sciences. This month we will be focusing on our largest native fruit, the pawpaw.Older Adults. FREE. 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 an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress for the weather and hiking. Photos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If

Our next webinar will feature artist, founder of the Kansas Black Panther Chapter, healer, and community leader... Mama C!A NESAWG Sankofa Series WebinarNESAWG's Sankofa Series is back!In 2023, our online Sankofa Series will be lifting voices of color, focusing on our history and roots, celebrating identities and cultures, and learning from movements of resilience and change. This is part of NESAWG’s Racial Equity Transformation work in the farm & food systems.PresenterCharlotte Hill O’Neal aka Mama C aka Iya Osotunde Fasuyi is an internationally known visual artist, musician, performance artist, ATR priestess, filmmaker, poet/writer, of more than 3 decades of experience.She

Children ages 4-10 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.As the Autumn Equinox approaches, friends are invited to help me in celebrating the International Fairy Tea Party! This is a magical session for all kiddos (not just the girls!), where we will talk about the magical world of fairies & other tiny mythical creatures, design our own wings & fairy doors, search for signs of fairy magic around the grounds, and enjoy some special little treats to celebrate the magic of Play! (ages 4-10)

Join us for a free and public mushroom walkThere are limited spaces for this event so please only register if you are certain you'll attend and cancel your order if you can no longer make it. Meet us at 5pm at the corner of N 66th and Sherwood Rd by Morris Park. After a brief introduction we will head into the woods and look for mushrooms. Collecting is not permitted at this location, however we can observe, photograph, and discuss what we find along the way.Children are welcome to attend. Dogs are also welcome, but we ask you to keep

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

Women's Health and SelfcareYou nurture your partner, lover, children, employer, and community. You focus on everyone else first and let your own health suffers. Are you ready to take charge of your well-being and embrace a life of vitality and strength? Look no further, because the Women's Health Workshop is here to guide you on your journey to optimal health and happiness. Join us for an inspiring and informative event that focuses on YOU! This is an in person workshop lead by Dr. Larisa SharipovaLarisa Sharipova is a women’s lifestyle doctor, a board certified holistic health practitioner, the founder of

Making climate-friendly appropriations a priority in the Federal budgetJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on September 20 at 7:00pm for an informational session on the Appropriations Bill. We will discuss making climate-friendly appropriations a priority in the Federal budget by understanding the budgeting process and what we need to tell our officials about our care and concern for the climate.Speaker: Madison Mayhew, National IPL Federal Policy ManagerSeptember 30th is the deadline for Congress to pass a budget, so Congress will be focused on appropriations throughout the month. The appropriations/budget process is complex and a huge

Evening Crafting... and Cocktails!Open Crafting for All!The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly making sash! The third Wednesday of every month we will take over the second floor back room at 229 South 50th Street to create a pop up maker studio, with a different planned project every month. Always donation based projects, we encourage you to come out whether you want to participate with the project or just bring out your own WIP to work on with the group.June Craft: Fabric Photo Embroidery with Cassie Jones of @DigThreadsJuly Craft: Poetry Writing with

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of change! Support survivors & engage in meaningful conversation. Join WOAR's Be The Change event.Join us at the Be The Change Symposium, a thought-provoking symposium aimed at inspiring positive action towards supporting survivors and imagining the end of sexual violence in our community. This in-person gathering will take place on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Community College of Philadelphia- Winnet Building, 502 North 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130.Get ready to engage in meaningful conversations, gain valuable insights, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference. The symposium will

It's still possible to hold climate change to relatively safe levels but doing so will require revolutionary changes and global cooperation.Consumer trends and corporate practices over the past 50 years have set our planet on course for catastrophe. We stand at a key moment in the history of our planet, and our species. We have the option to make drastic changes in our lifestyle and society, or we can watch the planet pass the threshold of no return. It's our responsibility to learn what we can do and to implement change. Join Tony Buck to explore paths to a sustainable

As global warming continues to intensify, ecologically sensitive urban places are particularly prone to its consequences.As global warming continues to intensify, ecologically sensitive urban places are particularly prone to its consequences. Focusing on the world-renowned Galapagos Islands, a place experiencing meteoric growth in land- and sea-based tourism (up from 18,000 in 1980 to 271,000 in 2019) as an example, the speakers, a student/professor team engaged in Penn IUR’s Galapagos Goes Green Project, will underscore their efforts to increase public awareness about the conflict between local desires to maximize visitors and resulting induced negative effects (e.g., uncontrolled urban growth, increased use

Learn about insects in the meadow by using nets to catch and identify. Also take pictures of pollinators for citizen science project.By the end of summer, insects are in great abundance in the meadows. Enjoy using nets to catch and identify various species. We will also look for late flowering plants and animals in the meadow. Take pictures of what you find to enter in the PARKS FOR POLLINATORS BIOBLITZ, a citizen science project.