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Register Join the Fall 2024 Walk Around Philadelphia! We’ll be setting out to explore the city’s edge counterclockwise over four weekends in September. PLEASE REGISTER INDIVIDUALLY for EACH segment that you plan to attend. More info: Walk Guidelines & Frequently Asked Questions Register for this segment: Walk on Sunday Sept 29th, 12pm, from the Navy Yard towards Penn's Landing. Meet outside of the Gatehouse Café (4503 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19112), but they'll be closed Sundays so make sure you've had or brought lunch! This segment includes a finish line celebration at Cherry Street Pier – invite your friends

Restoration ecologist, Scott Quitel, will lead you on a walk tracing the birth of a river from burbling spring to running creek. This sunset walk through Fairmount Park is an opportunity to meditate on the birth and health of the mighty watershed Philadelphia was founded upon. Come prepared to walk on uneven ground with all the creature comforts you'd like for a hike: water, bug spray, sun screen, a hat.

Join us for our monthly Adult Art Club Meet-Up, where we'll get creative, socialize, and enjoy great food and drinks together!Come join us for our Adult Art Club Monthly Meet-Up, on August 29th from 7- 9 PM at Attic Brewing Company.Whether you're a seasoned artist or a hobbyist, this is the perfect place to unwind, sip on some delicious drinks, and socialize with fellow creatives! Don't worry about skill level - this club is all about having fun and expressing yourself. Bring your favorite art supplies from home, or use some of the ones provided and get ready for a

Moths and fireflies and bats, oh my!Learn about the importance of these nocturnal insects that do so much but are appreciated so little. We will take a brief walk to observe Duke Farms landscapes in the evening and do some "mothing" to observe and identify a variety of moths.Program GuidelinesRegistration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event

Join us for a presentation of a participatory art piece that combines art and science."Tä"Harmonious Dynamics: Exploring Emergent Cooperation through Participatory Art and Brain Activity"Tä" is an art participatory piece that emerged from joint research between Goni Shifron (artist) and Uri Hershberg (scientist). A collaboration of art and science aiming to identify the moment when individual actions merge into adaptive group dynamics. In "Tä", we invite the audience to be part of an immersive experience of art and have unique access and contribution to scientific research.Tä is for 12 participants. Following simple rules, each individual will move pebbles between piles

Collectively, we will explore some of the myths surrounding grief, obstacles to our grieving, and opportunities to honor our losses“Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion.”- bell hooksOur grief needs community to be witnessed, to be affirmed, to help us connect to our shared humanity. In our dominate culture, grieving is meant to be private; something we do behind closed doors and never talk about. We're encouraged to be strong, keep going, and move on as if our hearts aren't broken and our worlds aren't rearranged.On Friday, August 30th National Grief

Join us for a night of fun and trivia about our neighborhood on Friday, August 30, from 6-9 p.m at Our House Culture Center.Bring your friends (RSVP them please), your favorite brew (beer, cider, etc.) and test your knowledge on various Germantown-specific topics while enjoying some refreshments.Our event is perfect for anyone who loves to socialize and have a good time. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to win prizes and show off your Germantown trivia skills. Tickets are free, but donations are welcome to support the quarterly Germantown Art & Sound showcase.See you there!W anna study ahead of

Join us for our final summer open mic nightWe’re BACK with an end of summer shindig for the 4th installment of our open mic series! Hosted by @mayaisangelique at Blk Ivy Thrift on Friday, August 30th at 6:30pm!You DON’T wanna miss this one!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. For those performing, please prepare pieces surrounding FREEDOM, as this will be our theme for the evening!Important: Due to the intimate setting of the venue, seating is first come, first serve. We are encouraging all to register in advance, as we have been privileged to enjoy completely sold out experiences

Help us sort donated fabrics, textiles, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!Volunteer to help our team divert a wide range of creative materials away from the landfill and back into the hands of our creative community where they can be reused in countless creative projects!✓ Water bottle refill station and restrooms are available on-site✓ Wheelchair Accessible*Please Note* Although volunteer activities will be conducted indoors, our building at 1800 N American St. is a large warehouse space where the air conditioning cannot always keep at pace with the elements. Please stay hydrated, and if you are especially sensitive to heat, we'd

Want to learn how to use a Glowforge? Then this class is for you! This class is a requirement for UW members wanting to use the Glowforge.COURSE DESCRIPTIONBy now you’ve probably seen the commercials floating around about the Glowforge cutter / engraver machine and the amazing things it can do and create; and if you haven’t, then go check out their website https://glowforge.com to get an idea of just how awesome this thing really is! In this certification class you will be sitting down with MakerSpace Manager Evan Ludwig to make a custom keychain. He will teach you the basics

Come out for a day of camp craft fun for the whole family!Sponsored by Cherry Street Pier, and hosted by Cassie of The Craft Coven, we will be offering a chance to dye your very own cotton t shirt! We will have shirts while supplies last so show up early if you know you want something to dye. Or come prepared with your own white cotton shirt and we'll provide everything else! Dyes can get a little messy so I suggest wearing clothes that you don't mind if they get some stray color.We will have some gloves available but may

Get a taste of the night life at the Great Marsh. Insects such as moths and caddisflies wake up when the sun sets. And where there are insects, other critters like bats show up to eat them. We will lure nocturnal insects in to observe and document them while we also keep track of and learn about bats flying above us. Bring a flashlight. Dress for buggy conditions and uneven natural surfaces. Please RSVP to lori@greatmarshinstitute.org. This will help us to organize and keep groups small. This event is free but donations are always welcome via our Paypal, Venmo, or

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 task

Join JJ Tiziou & Philadelphia perimeter-walkers for a Tuesday Fringe Festival happy hour on the city's edge w/ FREE LIVE MUSIC by West Philadelphia Orchestra (@WPObrass) ! Learn about the 100+ mile Walk Around Philadelphia adventure of circumnavigating the entire city perimeter while enjoying the beer garden at Cherry Street Pier. Sept 3, 5-7pm // 121 N Columbus Blvd. // Free

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 6:00pm. Yoga will be located on the paved pavilion area of the park so thick mats or a blanket are recommended. Time on the knees will be minimal.*Bring your own mat, some available if neededFree, but donations are welcome.

Our Young Coyote Tracks programs offer 5 -7 year olds the opportunity to engage with Nature Connection practices in fun and meaningful ways.Our Young Coyote Tracks programs are drop-off programs offered to children aged 5 - 7 years old. Participants are then guided into the Natural World in a safe and exciting ways. Through sensory awareness activities, natural movement challenges, and 'survival skill' introductions - particpants are made more aware of, and lead to feel at home with, the Earth and her many children - rocky, rooted, finned, feathered, and furred!

Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to native habitats!Join other curious conservation peers for this introduction to designing, building, and stewarding native habitats! This is the introductory class for the series and is required for a majority of the other classes as well as for those wishing to complete a Habitat Advocate Certification. Gain baseline awareness of why conservation landscaping is a multifaceted approach in solving our water, climate, and habitat crises. The scope of the Lancaster Conservancy Habitat Advocate Certificate program will also be shared.Students will receive a binder of compiled native habitat resources ($30 value).The Lancaster

Nicole Schillinger, a registered dietician and a long time coop member will share tips and tricks to pack a nutritious and tasty lunch boxAre you looking for tips and tricks to help make back to school transition easier? Nicole will share her secrets to make lunchboxes tasty and nutritious. She will share delicious products that are on the shelves of the coop and different ways to use them. This is an inperson demo that will be hosted at our Ambler store on 9/5 at 6:30pm.Nicole Schillinger RD, LDN will be leading the session. She has been a Registered Dietitian for

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.

Every Friday and Saturday, a group of revolving vendors from the tri-state area will set up their shops at sunny Dilworth Park.Support a revolving list of small businesses from the Philly area and beyond at the Philadelphia Marketplace 2024! Makers and crafters from the tri-state area will bring their handmade artwork, home goods, plants and more to the outdoor market every weekend. This pop-up market is brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in Philadelphia and the Center City District.Every Friday and Saturday, a group of revolving vendors will set up their shops at sunny Dilworth Park. Don’t

The inaugural cohort of Climate Justice Field School interns will share their work with Philly-area organizations to advance justice.The Climate Justice Field School is a 4-month-long program that placed Temple undergrads in internship positions with local organizations to advance climate justice in the Philadelphia region. We have a stellar cohort of 5 students who have been working with grassroots non-profits, the City of Philadelphia, and federal agencies on a range of projects to address environmental vulnerabilities and inequities. The Community Showcase event features the important work they accomplished together. After a series of brief presentations, there will be a reception

Join us for a 1.5 hour drop in space for creative expression and community sharing.Drop into a creative space among community to share in support for the Palestinian people. Let’s explore how art can be an impactful outlet for activism. This 1.5 hours will be an open opportunity for individual and collective processing through creative expression. Together we will discuss the importance of symbolism, the use of words and variety of materials we can use in expressing our emotions on the war in Gaza. Show support and be supported. All are invited to share or sell finished artwork to help

Participants will learn the history of the African Liberation flag and how the flag and its colors have been used to symbolize liberation.Join us for this all-ages workshop to learn the history of the African Liberation flag and how the flag and its colors of red, black and green have been used to symbolize liberation and resistance. We will also look at how these colors have a connection with other countries such as Palestine and other African nations that have incorporated these colors in their flags and what they represent as they gained independence from their colonizers.Participants will be able to

Relish the last few days of summer at Weavers Way Co-op! Join Weavers Way in the backyard of their Chestnut Hill location on Friday, September 6 for hot dogs, live music, beer, and plenty of kid’s activities. Bring your family to celebrate the end of summer with free Dietz & Watson hot dogs and beer from Chestnut Hill Brewery. Not only will there be fun activities for the little ones, but Weavers Way will also have plenty of specials in store to get the kids ready for Back to School!

Please join us for First Friday to enjoy and collect from 3 floors of artwork at Paradigm Gallery.Paradigm Gallery + Studio is pleased to present three floors of artwork for First Friday. Please join us for the first in-person look of our newest exhibition:Dennis McNett & Ben Venom: IF NOT NOW, WHEN?(1st Floor)Along with the curated viewing experiences from:NDA: All Parts(2nd Floor)+Megan Rea: Nightshades (3rd Floor)All artwork will be available for purchase. Please email info@paradigm-gallery for any inquiries. OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, September 6 • 6:00pm - 8:00pmLocation: 12 N. 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106Read the press release for IF NOT

S'mores over the campfire, games to play, and explore the tree houseCome up to the tree house for s'mores over the campfire, boardgames to play, and explore the treehouse.

Scribe Video Center and Jewish Currents present a 20th-anniversary screening of Young Jewish And LeftTwenty years ago, ​​Michael Chameides and Irit Reinheimer traveled across the U.S. and interviewed over 50 Jews who identify as anarchists, leftists, radicals, communists, or socialists. They were looking for a Jewish culture that coincided with their values. Scribe Video Center and Jewish Currents present a 20th-anniversary screening of Young Jewish And Left, a 55-minute documentary that weaves interviews and experimental filmmaking to build a conversation about queer culture, Jewish Arab history, secular Yiddishkeit, anti-racist analysis, and religious/spiritual traditions into a multi-layered portrait of Leftist Jewish

Join us along the river at Pleasant Hill Park! Volunteers needed to help with general landscaping, litter removal and park beautification!Volunteers Needed! Join us for a morning along the river at Pleasant Hill Park! We'll be cleaning up the park, conducting some invasive removal and completing other park beautification projects as needed! Meet at the picnic table in front of the rec building! There will be Riverfornt North signs pointing you in the right direction!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to

In this workshop learn to weave your own basket with natural materials. No prior knowledge of basket weaving necessary.In this workshop learn to weave your own basket with natural materials. No prior knowledge of basket weaving necessary. Those new to basket weaving are encouraged to attend. A suggested donation of $20 will be collected at the start of the event. Venmo or cash is preferred.About Steven R. CartySteven R. Carty is a second generation basket weaver from South Jersey who has taught basket weaving for many years. He has taught multiple forms of basket weaving; however the utilization of wild

This family friendly 2-hour walking tour is packed with beautiful larger than life Black murals, history, community, and audacity. Join us!NO TICKET FEES ON ADULT OR TEEN TICKETS!BOOK TODAY! FREE CANCELLATION!GREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!Check out our recent promo video for all tours HERE!Black Be Beautiful Mural Tour is an intimate and transformative tour perfect for first time visitors, introverts, locals, celebrations, students, and more! Hear courageous stories of Black audacity while enjoy over a dozen larger than life murals less than 15 minutes from all popular Center City attractions.Hosted by Chrissy, a Philly native passionate about community healing, building,

Join us for the Philadelphia Mycology Club's first annual festival, FUNGADELPHIA, a free event to celebrate our community through our shared love of fungi! There are many things to love about mushrooms and we're bringing them all to you in one amazing day! Guided walks Table Talks Mushroom ID Culinary Workshops Mushroom focused Food Trucks Yoga Tincture Making Mushroom Log Making Speakers Live Music Mushroom Crafts Local makers vending mushroom goods Community Partners with fun nature activities

Join us for Wild Wisdom & Potluck! The Wild Wisdom course is designed to introduce common and underutilized wild edible, medicinal, and craft plants of the Philadelphia bio-region, ancestral homeland of the Lenape/Wingohocking people. Wild Wisdom will teach you to find, harvest, prepare, and cook wild foraged plants! The course is offered as a 4-part 3-hour workshop series covering each season’s bountiful harvest: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Classes can be taken as a stand-alone class, or as a discounted 4-part series with an optional wild-food potluck to follow from 2:30 – 4:30PM! Enjoy learning and developing new friendships with

Kids Club 6 years old and up. Please only sign your child up for 1 session.Kids Club art class is a 1 hour and 15 minute art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 12:30pm-1:45pmMake your own Scratch Art! You will be drawing a picture and then painting over it to create a cool scratch art piece. When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio,

Join us as we take time to rest and embrace compassion and healing.Join us as we take time to rest and embrace compassion and healing.Reiki is a universal life force energy which creates harmony + assists us in embracing our true selves. Reiki sessions are detoxifying and typically very calming and relaxing. During this session you'll be laying down and embracing the beautiful power of this holistic healing practice.Bring your own yoga mat. A suggested donation of $20 will be collected at the start of the event. Venmo or cash is preferred.

All-Philly Big Sing Sunday, September 8th, 3pm Rodeph Shalom 615 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 Pay What You Can. Mendelssohn Chorus of Philadelphia is proud to announce its first-ever "All-Philly Big Sing," a groundbreaking event that will unite diverse voices from across the city in a joyous celebration of music and community. Joining us as song leaders are some of Philadelphia's most esteemed choral directors and conductors, representing the city's diverse musical landscape. This event will feature Moira Smiley, as our headlining songleader and we're thrilled to welcome Miriam Davidson (ANNA Crusis Feminist Choir), Rollo Dilworth (Singing City and

Weekly walking group to promote healthy habitsWalk PHL is a Philadelphia Health Department program focused on getting people walking on a regular basis. Meet at the Tree house. Join our staff for a nature walk to focus on being active and exploring the surrounding natural areas. There a Small parking lot by the center you can park at for easier access. Please register using Eventbrite or by emailing us at WEC@Phila.gov

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 6-week series: 9/9 –10/146:00 – 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 Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes will be determined

Join us for 4 weeks of outdoor fun in nature!TUESDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIESJenkins Juniors (Ages 2–5)9/10 – 10/1| 10:00 – 11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensLet’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this fall! Each class will include a story, scenic strolls, and a creative craft. Our activities will encourage children to embrace their sense of wonder, and adults to rekindle theirs. Each week will have a different theme.Suitable for ages 2–5. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult.Registration required for children only. Rain or shine; indoor space for inclement weather.Members: $50/series

Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing. Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome. Drink of your choice included (alcoholic or nonalcoholi.)The Lazy Hammock is a new community-driven public space featuring a covered bar, a new 20-foot stage, and a performance venue, including a 16-foot video wall that will

Botanical Design : Cotton headband (includes drink ticket) Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size. A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing. Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome. Drink of your choice included (alcoholic or nonalcoholi.) The Lazy Hammock is a new community-driven public space featuring a covered bar, a new 20-foot stage, and

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 5:30 PM 7:00 PM Glen Foerd 5001 Grant AvenuePhiladelphia, PA, 19114United States (map) Join Colleen, our Environmental Program Coordinator, on a walk around the grounds of Glen Foerd to take a closer look at the magnificent trees! The tour will focus on observation and basic identification skills. We will discuss conifers vs. deciduous trees (and some that are both), leaf shape, leaf arrangement, and other characteristics that will help you recognize trees in our area. Guests are welcome to bring a journal. *We will meet by the public parking lot. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water,

Create vibrant and abstracted self portraits through story telling and story sharingIn this workshop, students will be guided in creating vibrant and abstracted self portraits. We will have discussion about how creating art can support the process of identity-building, memory and storytelling. Before drawing, I will lead students through an interviewing/ storytelling exercise with each other, and they will have the opportunity to discover which parts of themselves they are interested in sharing in their portrait. In their art piece, they have the option to portray their face or full body, their cultural background, life stories, family. They will also

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 6:00pm. Yoga will be located on the paved pavilion area of the park so thick mats or a blanket are recommended. Time on the knees will be minimal.*Bring your own mat, some available if neededFree, but donations are welcome.

Join us for a fun and informative event where you'll learn how to fight food waste and create a thriving garden, all from your kitchen scrapJoin us for a fun and informative event where you'll learn how to fight food waste and create a thriving garden, all from your own kitchen scraps What to expect:· Interactive presentation: Our presenter will break down the science of composting in a way that's engaging and easy to understand.· Unlock the benefits: Discover how composting reduces landfill waste, improves soil health, and helps you grow vibrant plants!· Hands-on demo: Get your hands dirty (in