Join Friends of the Rail Park for a walking tour covering the Three Mile Vision for the Rail Park. On this tour, you’ll learn about the history and ecology of the Rail Park, and its potential to become a greenway connecting 10+ Philly neighborhoods and thousands of residents. Each tour begins at 10 AM and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note that this is a linear walking tour, extending 2 miles.We will begin at the corner of 27th and Pennsylvania Streets, and end at Phase One around 12th and Callowhill Streets. We do not loop back to the starting

All ages are welcome to join us for a day of live bugs, games, crafts, and more! Just stop in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.All ages are welcome to join us for a day of live bugs, games, crafts, and more. Just stop in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.All are welcome. FREE. Registration not required, but appreciated. 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

Herbs for the household! Learn and create an herbal remedy for daily wellness with local clinical herbalist, April Coburn.Are you curious about the healing power of plants? This workshop is the perfect opportunity to delve into the world of natural remedies and learn how they can enhance your well-being. Led by local clinical herbalist, April Coburn of Nettlejuice Herbals, this interactive workshop will provide you with practical knowledge and insights into the principles of herval remedies.  At the end of the class, everyone will get to make a simple herbal remedy to take home.

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 Environmental Program Coordinator Colleen Winslow in learning how to make elderberry syrup, a wonderful tool for supporting the immuneJoin Environmental Program Coordinator Colleen Winslow in learning how to make elderberry syrup, a wonderful tool for supporting the immune system. We will discuss identification, sourcing, medicinal properties, and the step-by-step process of making elderberry syrup. Participants will go home with a recipe card and a sample of the finished product.Participants should bring their own chairs and/or picnic blankets! Please park in the public lot and meet behind the Carriage House.

Join Us for an Evening of Release with Yoga, Sound Therapy, Fire Ceremony & Tribal Ecstatic DanceThis is the 2nd installment of The Release Oasis, an event in the dome at Life Do Grow Farm (Urban Creators). Come release anything that is no longer serving you through the modalities of movement & sound. This will be a 4-hour experience that will include a yoga flow by Adonis, a multiple player sound bath experience featuring James & Kuan, a journaling/fire release ceremony, and a tribal themed ecstatic dance party by DJ Pierre Paloma to enhance the energy of releasing through movement.Adonis

Join us for a morning of field work on the farm! Get your hands in the dirt & help with planting, weeding, mulching, harvesting, and/or moreYou will be working with Akiva (he/him), the Farm Manager at Henry Got Crops, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-op members 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 the elements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs, mud, etc. We encourage taking breaks, drinking lots of water, and doing only what feels right for

Join us for an outdoor Sunday Brunch pop-up by F.U.N. kitchen and enjoy mouthwatering vegan food, smoothies and good vibes.Enjoy fresh fruit smoothies, and an assortment of flavored vegan pancakes from celebrity vegan chef Rai Lewis. This is an outdoor seated pop-up brunch available at Black Lotus every Sunday until Oct 1. Food available for purchase on site. Menu available below.Website - eatfunkitchen.com Instagram - @eatfunkitchen, @railewisRai Lewis BiographyLover of all artsy things and the great outdoors, Vegan Culinary Artist Rai Lewis, has a passion for displaying the creativity and satisfaction of vegetable cuisine. Rai believes in healthy living in

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

Join Riverfront North Partnership and Art Xpressionz for this month's Art in the Park. We will be doing a texture painting activity.Join Riverfront North Partnership and Art Xpressionz for this month's Art in the Park. We will be making a textured painting.This program will be a great opportunity for children to connect with nature and art. Children will need a parent/guardian there to assist.This program is free for the first 25 participants that register. Please get a ticket for each child participating. Parents/Guardians not creating art will not need a ticket. If you register and cannot attend and do not

Let’s get down and dirty and look at what types of animals we can find living under logs and in dead leaf piles.Let’s get down and dirty and look at what types of animals we can find living under logs and in dead leaf piles. We will learn more about decomposition and what other organisms help recycle nature’s dead back to the nutrients of the soil.

Our mission is to celebrate urban green space, uniting community members, leaders, and gardeners together over food.Hosted by People’s Kitchen, SEAMAAC, Neighborhood Gardens Trust, and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, we are planning a Unity Dinner to celebrate urban green space, unite community members, leaders, and gardeners together over food. This dinner will spark conversation around policy to protect the gardens from development. The plan is to repeat these "sideyard stories" events across the city to bring together advocates and growers toward realizing the goals outlined in Philadelphia's Urban Agriculture Plan.

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! This month, volunteers will participate in our Header Research Project! Participants will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse. Volunteers will do this while also completing a survey. The survey will be used to record different header/packaging types that will help us rank companies by least to most sustainable packaging.When registering, choose:First

Sugar Don't Go on Grits: An Archival Look at The Great Migration's Effect on How We EatHow Black is sweet cornbread? Do WE put marshmallows on sweet potato casserole? "Sugar Don't Go On Grits: An Archival Look at The Great Migration's Effect on How We Eat" will be a conversational space dedicated to retracing the divergent pathways of the African American culinary tradition. Leaning on archival materials, we'll highlight how Black people altered recipes in different areas of the United States due to the availability of ingredients and to match local tastes while reflecting on how these changes have led

WOMEN’S EQUALITY HIKE & CAMPFIREWOMEN’S EQUALITY HIKE & CAMPFIRE In celebration of Women’s Equality Day on August 26th, the Pennypack Environmental Center is welcoming all those who identify as a woman for a hike and campfire with discussions about women’s equality. Individuals ages 18 and older are welcome, only those who identify as a female, no males!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

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

Look at some rocks and learn about how you can utilize them in your own creative practices.I hope to establish the Philadelphia Lapidary society, because I love cutting rocks, but I don’t know anybody else who does this, and I desperately need to share the joy that this art form brings me. At the initial meeting, I hope to talk with folks about what they feel the group should look like, lay some ground rules for equipment sharing and general courtesy, and do some hands-on instruction with folks about cutting and polishing minerals! My hope is that the org will

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,

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 5 – AUGUST 30Summer Wednesday Walkabouts10:00 – 11:00 AM (NEW - earlier time for summer!)Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this summer for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, summer wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

Join us each month for a new adventure in natural sciences. Older Adults. FREE.Join entomologist Zachary Glass for an adventure in insects. (Christina may not be teaching, but she might leave everyone a little snack.)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 you wish to opt out,

Children ages 4-10 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.Friends are invited to wrap up our Summer with a Tie Dye Party! Bring your own shirts, socks, leggings, pillowcases, headbands, or anything else you can think of, for some colorful Tie Dye fun! We’ll be rolling, wrapping, rubberbanding, & creating some cool new looks! Each child can bring 2 items! (ages 4-10)

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

See butterfly specimens up close, then hike to explore the wonders of the butterfly life.See butterfly specimens up close, then hike to explore the wonders of the butterfly life.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 you wish to opt out, please let us know before the

Walking tour of downtown West Chester and stories of the people who helped freedom seekers on their northward journeys.The Underground Railroad was a network of people offering shelter and aid to enslaved men, women and children on their journeys to freedom. This small-group walking tour will visit eight locations around downtown West Chester that served as a backdrop for the people involved in this clandestine operation. The tour covers approximately 1.25 miles, lasts 90 minutes, and is entirely outdoors; sidewalks and terrain may be uneven. Event is rain or shine, so please dress for the weather.Once purchased, tickets are NONREFUNDABLE.

Our studio sessions are informal sessions where you can learn and share new skills used to transform flax into linen, design and constructJoin us every other Friday to make our our "Square Yard Quilt". This inclusive art and education project is open to all. Our studio sessions are informal sessions where you can learn and share new skills used to transform flax into linen, design and construct a large textile made of many parts to tell a story.Together we'll envision and create the pieces of our "square yard quilt". An abstract art quilt made up of flax grown here and

Celebrate summer's last hoorah! Join us for a proper send-off with live music, Quizzo, and more. Spend the last long weekend of the summer in the company of friends. We're saying our goodbyes with live entertainment, cornhole tournaments, cocktails, and complimentary tastings of a bordeaux-style blend, '19 Timing is Everything. Come early and try our 40th Anniversary blend with complimentary samples to the first 100 guests. Kick back and take in the last moments of the summer with us with our refreshing offerings including a Frosé Slushie or '20 Sparkling Sémillon. Since it's release, this traditional method bubbly has earned

Celebrate IRA Investments in Pittsburgh CommunitiesJoin PA IPL and Rep. Summer Lee at Garfield Community Farm (509 Wicklow St.) on Friday, September 1st at 12:30pm to celebrate IRA investments in Pittsburgh communities and the urban gardens in our city working to advance food justice.If you're in SWPA, we hope to see you there!Download Event Flyer Here

90-minute walking tour in North Philly dedicated to locals, resistance, and larger than life murals.Welcome to Black Philadelphia!If you want to connect to local Black culture, art, hidden gems, and stories untold on traditional Philly tours...you are in the right place! This Black Be Beautiful Mural Tour is your one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience local Black community with Chrissy, a passionate native, hood advocate, mom, photographer and storyteller. Find yourself in community while gaining authentic insights into a local neighborhood's history and significance that shape this city of Brotherly Love + Sisterly Affection. Gain A Deeper UnderstandingExperience more than just a tour -

In celebration of 55 years, House of Umoja adds to Philly's palate of historical, cultural, FUN-THINGS-TO-DO for Made In America weekend...In celebration of 55 years of service, The House of Umoja produces the Philadelphia COLLARD GREEN CULTURAL FEST on Friday and Saturday, September 1st and 2nd 2023 during Made In America Weekend. With the theme: A RETURN TO CULTURE, PEACE, LOVE & COLLARD GREENS, this celebration of African American culture and food promises to be FUN! So many ways for you to participate. Bring your family, friends, associates, your BAE, your BOO and you-know-who...FREE ADMISSION • ZUUMBA and the CULTURE

Join the Museum for Art in Wood for Object Lesson, a captivating monthly First Friday speaker series that unveils the Museum's Collection from an array of perspectives – from art and design to performance, community activism, education, and more. Led by individuals who bring diverse expertise, the series is an up-close and personal experience in an informal setting that encourages exploration of the many treasures the Collection offers. On September 1, hear from our distinguished guest speaker Tom Martin, an Oxford University PhD, who researched perception and understanding among wooden boat builders on the American East Coast. Don't miss this

Please join us for the opening reception for 3 exhibitions by Danielle Clough, Han Cao, and "Motley Multiples", Curated by Dennis McNett."Some Strings Attached" by Danielle Clough//"Silhouettes" by Han Cao//"Motley Multiples" group print exhibition curated by Dennis McNettOPENING RECEPTION: Friday, September 1 • 6:00pm - 8:00pmLocation: 12 N. 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106Read the press release for "Motley Multiples" here:https://www.paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/motley-multiples-curated-by-dennis-mcnettRead the press release for "Some Strings Attached" here:https://www.paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/danielle-clough-some-strings-attachedRead the press release for "Silhouettes" here:https://www.paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/han-cao-silhouettes*Please email info@paradigm-gallery.com to submit your request to receive the Collector Preview for the above exhibitions.*

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!

Discover Philly's Best Music, ArtIsan, and Small Business Shopping at Made In PHL.Calling all enthusiasts of local vendors, artists, vintage goods, food trucks, music, and more! Join us at Made In PHL.12pm-7pm Live More Marketplace Shop for handmade crafts, wellness products, vintage clothing and goods, unique art pieces, and one-of-a-kind products. Savor delicious eats from food trucks, and sip on a wide range of drink options in our inviting beer garden. 4pm-7pm Fresh Vibes Open MicGroove to the sounds of feel good music during the Fresh Vibes Open Mic. Listen to Philly's top DJs, singers, poets, and performers. If you

Join us for a free and public mushroom hunt**This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider giving an amount of your choice at checkout**Meet us SATURDAY September 2nd at 1pm at Scotts Run Boat Launch. 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 meet back at the starting point to identify and talk about what we found

At Balck Lotus, women-run businesses are always in season - come shop with us every two weeks!Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective presents the Mom's Market to support local businesses owned by local moms and women entrepreneurs. This special biweekly marketplace is held in Philadelphia’s historic Rittenhouse Town. Bring the whole family and enjoy a nature walk on the surrounding trails. It's no secret that women-run businesses are important and deserve our support year-round. However, there's no denying the excitement that comes with shopping with them during certain times of the year. Whether it's during the holiday season or when the

Blk Ivy Thrift and Philadelphia Printworks Presents to you: The Preservation Project!In commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington we've teamed up with the phenomenal Philadelphia Printworks to create this special capsule collection. The Preservation Project will feature special edition commemorative tee-shirts available in store to purchase at Blk Ivy Thrift. All proceeds will be split evenly between Philadelphia Printworks and Blk Ivy Thrift as we are equal partners in creating The Preservation Project. As we gear up for the collection going live, we're hosting a collection launch party on Saturday, September 2nd from 2pm-6pm at 3605

Enjoy nature-focused sensory-seeking activities on the beautiful Glen Foerd grounds.It’s officially back-to-school season! Join our environmental science educator and Lily P.A.D.S leads, Sara and Ms. Heidi for sensory-seeking activities all about natural spaces for growing environmentalists to explore.This program is geared towards K-8 but is open to all. The museum's 18 acres will be open for quiet moments and active play. This activity will take place in the play area across from the parking lot.

Please join us for an introductory workshop to making handmade embroidered pieces hosted by Danielle Clough.Discover how you enjoy this medium by spending the day exploring colours and thread. In a non-traditional way, you will learn the fundamental stitches and colour-blending. You will learn how to prepare fabric and all the tips and tricks from an accidental professional. With your full take-home kits, you can carry on with your sewing journey. No experience needed.This is an introductory workshop to embroidery. We will gear your design and ideas to your skill level. Whether you need to learn to thread a needle

This walking tour will explore the origins of Historic Oaklands Cemetery and the famous (and infamous) people buried there.As you walk the streets of West Chester, you'll see names like Darlington, Butler, and Everhart. But do you know the history behind the names?Many of West Chester's leading citizens are buried at Oaklands Cemetery (founded 1854), but there are many stories that remain untold. Join the education staff of the Chester County History Center to learn true tales of the soldiers, statesmen, lawyers, doctors, musicians, athletes, artists and more that found their final rest at this garden cemetery outside of West

Join the PMC for some community oriented land stewardship in Cobbs Creek Park!Meet in the parking lot at Thomas Ave along Cobbs Creek Parkway at 2pm. We will provide everything you need. Everyone is invited! For questions, you can reach out to us at info@phillymycoclub.com.Join us on the first Sunday of every month at the same time and location!

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!

Bring your camera (Cell Phone, Digital, Film) on a hike through picture-perfect Pennypack to capture its beauty before the PEC Photo ContestBring your camera (Cell Phone, Digital, Film) on a hike through picture-perfect Pennypack to capture its beauty before the PEC Photo Contest closes September 15. While we are photographing the natural beauty of the park, we will also collect litter as we go, ensuring all that we pass is picture perfect for the next photographer. Adults & Young Photographers. Free. Please note this is not a photography class, just a photo walk and clean-up. Parking is available at the

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 6 – NOVEMBER 15Fall Wednesday Walkabouts1:00 – 2:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this fall for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, fall foliage, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

UnOrthodox Yoga is back on the riverfront at Lardner's Point Park. All ages, gentle flow class led by an experienced local instructor.Get your zen on with some local yoga! Hosted by instructor Violet Vine Yoga along the riverfront at Lardners Point Park (5202 Levick Street). One all-ages class will be offered this session at 6pm. Yoga will be located on the paved pavillion area of the park so thick mats or a blanket are recommended. Time on knees will be minimized.*Bring your own mat, some available if needed Free, but donations welcome.

Join the Young Friends of Wyck to learn about bee boxes and make some for Wyck's native bee population!This is a small event hosted by the Young Friends of Wyck where participants will learn about native bees, bee boxes, and their impact on the environment! Using all-natural, recyclable materials, we'll create bee boxes to support the native bee populations that frequent Wyck. The bee boxes will be kept at Wyck, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials (empty tissue boxes, paper towel tubes, or small shipping boxes) to create their own bee boxes to take home!This is a

Along Mill Creek in Bristol Township, PA we are installing a riparian buffer to help lessen storm water. Planting native trees and shrubs.Along Black Ditch, a tributary of Mill Creek in Levittown, Bristol Township PA we are installing a riparian buffer to help lessen storm water. We will be removing invasive shrubs then planting native trees and native berrying shrubs to spread the good native plants by feeding birds.Photo Gallery History of this Mill Creek Project Dates of volunteer events:(Spring 2023 Site Prep and Tree Planting) 3 acres , 200 trees, 50 shrubsTree source: Keystone 10 Million Trees2-25-2023 Saturday (9

This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.Speak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com.

Join Friends of the Rail Park for a meet-up amongst local furry friends and their people!Friends of the Rail Park welcomes park goers and their dogs for a puppy playdate, complete with treats, a photo booth, giveaways, exclusive merchandise, and special guests. It will be a paws-itively good time!! This meet-up is the final event in our Dog Days of Summer Fundraising Campaign- an effort to engage pet owners and enhance park stewardship through fundraising and spreading awareness of regulations and best practices for people whose furry friends enjoy the Rail Park.Donate to the Campaign:Now through September 12, the Dog

Attend a foraging walk with Philadelphia Mycology Club's founder Bethany Teigen.Join us for a casual stroll around campus hunting for mushrooms! Bethany Teigen, founder of the Philadelphia Mycology Club, will lead the way teaching participants how to properly forage for mushrooms. This class is intended for beginners and will include a general introduction to the fungal kingdom and identification information on each specimen found. Please remember to wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.

Attend this virtual session to discuss Finding the Mother Tree by Suzanne Simard with the Arboretum staff.Join us to discuss Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest. This New York Times Bestseller was written by the world's leading forest ecologist, Suzanne Simard. In this book club session, we will discuss our perspectives on the book, and reading it prior is suggested. The event link will be emailed to participants in the confirmation email generated from program registration.

Get ready for a funk-fusion extravaganza as The Chronicles, a dynamic group hailing from Philadelphia, take the outdoor stage at St. Luke's.The Chronicles are a multifaceted Funk-Fusion group based in Philadelphia, PA. The group made their debut in March of 2020 and have been steadily growing their fan base since. They've had the pleasure of performing for audiences all over the greater Philadelphia region and have had the opportunity to share the stage with outstanding artist such as the great John Swana. You can see them perform in-house or via livestream regularly as part of their yearly residency at the

Join us for the second in a series of hikes focused on the scientific observational method of phenology.Phenology is the study of changes in the natural environment through the seasons and years. Today phenology is a valuable scientific observational method that helps us manage our natural landscapes, but the practice has been around for hundreds of years! Anyone who loves to spend time observing nature over the seasons can help contribute important information to this new community science project by visiting a local trail regularly and making observations of specific plants, insects, and animals we encounter through the year. Welsh

We loved it so much, we're doing it again! Sorting and packing nutritious food for the community!For Volunteering Untapped's September event, we're back with Share Food Program.  Share Food Program leads the fight against food insecurity in the Philadelphia region, by serving an expansive, quality partner network of community-based organizations and school districts engaged in food distribution, education and advocacy. SFP distributes food to hundreds of thousands neighbors in need each month, over 50% of whom are children and seniors or people with disabilities.We will be helping assemble boxes, pack boxes with food, and load boxes of food onto trucks

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

Join NJ organic farmer and veteran Jose Spellman Lopez for a hands-on hot sauce workshop, incorporating habaneros and paw-paws(Pre-registration required at least 24 hours in advance to participate in the event)Join NJ organic farmer and veteran Jose Spellman Lopez for a hands-on workshop about paw-paws a native perennial fruit treasure and learn how to make paw-paw habanero hot sauce and think about value-added production.

Join us for an exciting nature walk with Mike Weilbacher as we learn about different plants and animals on the river's edge.Glen Foerd is so much more than its magnificent buildings: there is abundant nature here too, as many different plants and animals live here on the river's edge. On a lively nature walk, naturalist Mike Weilbacher introduces you to massive oaks and magnolias, trees that are living fossils, and fall-blooming wildflowers important for migrating birds. We’ll also search the river for geese, diving ducks, ospreys, bald eagles, and maybe even muskrats and beavers. Come meet the many natural neighbors

Whether starting a new garden or looking to optimize your garden, come learn about the principles and techniques that will lead to success!Join us to learn how you can best manage your garden for year after year success and improvement. With a focus on backyard vegetable gardens, we will discuss the principles and practices that you can implement to achieve a wildly successful and sustainable organic living soil ecosystem. From defining the location and size of your garden to managing the plants and soil system, this comprehensive session will coverChoosing the best location for your garden involves taking into consideration

Join Friends of the Rail Park for a walking tour covering the Three Mile Vision for the Rail Park. On this tour, you’ll learn about the history and ecology of the Rail Park, and its potential to become a greenway connecting 10+ Philly neighborhoods and thousands of residents. Each tour begins at 10 AM and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note that this is a linear walking tour, extending 2 miles.We will begin at the corner of 27th and Pennsylvania Streets, and end at Phase One around 12th and Callowhill Streets. We do not loop back to the starting