Events from July 28, 2022 – July 30, 2022 – Page 15 – Grid Magazine

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WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

$10 – $15

Pumpkin Carving

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Join us for a fun, creative evening of making Jack-O-Lanterns for the next evening's Night Hike!Come out and carve a Jack-O-Lantern that will be on display during the Fall Festival. Compete for prizes for a winning pumpkin in both children and adult categories. All ages are welcome and all supplies will be provided. Come anytime during the above window to carve! You may pick up your pumpkin at the end of the Fall Festival which will take place the next day if you wish to take it home.If you are unable to attend the pumpkin carving night and you would like

FRIEDAcommunity Movie Night & Dinner – Warrior Women

FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A documentary detailing the life of Lakota activist and community organizer Madonna Thunder Hawk, whose career fighting for Indigenous and women's rights has now spanned over 50 years. Through a circular Indigenous style of storytelling, this film explores what it means to navigate a movement and motherhood and how activist legacies are passed down and transformed from generation to generation in the context of colonizing government that meets Native resistance with violence. Warrior Women Genre: Documentary Release date: 2018 Country of origin: US Directors: Elizabeth Castle, Christina D. King Stars: Marcella Gilbert, Madonna Thunder Hawk Language: English Running time: 1h

$15 – $35

Material Time – Opening Reception

North, West, and South Tower Galleries Park Towne Place, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join us on October 25 at Park Towne Place for an opening reception and artist remarks in the North, West, and South Tower galleries.We will start in the North Tower gallery and move on to the West and South Tower Galleries as a group. Each gallery will offer an opportunity to hear remarks from the artists and enjoy hors d'oeuvres.About the Show:Inspired by climate systems and the ever-changing landscape, the five artists of Material Time evaluate and deconstruct patterns and forms found in nature. Working with materials and processes that are both natural and human, each artist offers ways

WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

$10 – $15

Nature at Night: Birds of Prey

FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN AGES 8-17 Meet the hunters of the skies. What makes birds of prey unique among birds? Join Briar Bush Nature Center’s Animal Curator as we explore the incredible adaptations hawks and owls possess to be efficient hunters, including lightweight skeletons, sharp beaks and talons, and silent feathers. You’ll get to touch some real bird artifacts and see some live birds of prey up close! About the presenter: Briar Bush Nature Center’s mission is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to explore and protect nature by encouraging curiosity and scientific inquiry. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please check in at the Visitor

Northwest Non-Profit Meet and Greet

Mt Airy Art Garage, Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, USA 7054 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come out to meet other non-profits doing amazing work in Germantown, Mt. Airy, and Chestnut Hill.Northwest Non-Profit Meet and GreetJoin the Patricia Kind Family Foundation for our first neighborhood grantee meet-up. We want you to connect, network, and learn who is doing what down the block from you! If you are a current grantee, past grantee, or another non-profit PKFF doesn't know, if you serve the North West community, come out. There's free parking in the Acme Lot (Germantown and Sedwick), street/neighborhood parking and a lot next to FitLife ( past Mt. Pleasant Ave) that's also free. PKFF will provide

Careers in the Water Industry

Annenberg Public Policy Center 202 S 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Understanding the Value of Water and the Job Opportunities it CreatesSave the date for The Water Center at Penn’s annual Careers in the Water Industry event, hosted on Thursday, October 26th from 1:45pm to 5:00pm at the Annenberg Public Policy Center. This event is presented in partnership with PennClubH2O, Penn Earth and Environmental Sciences Department, the Center for Science, Sustianability, and the Media (CSSM), the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC), Penn Environmental Innovations Initiative, Penn Career Services, and Wharton MBA Career Management. Learn more about our speakers: Maria AndrewsMaria has been teaching at Penn since 2002 and is currently the

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Fall Festival

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Celebrate the season at our family-friendly festival!Enjoy the great outdoors and celebrate the season at our fall festival! This evening will be full of family-friendly activities including but not limited to children's crafts and games, an apparel sale, and a jack-o-lantern lit night hike! The night hike, arts, crafts, and games are free for all. For those wishing to purchase snacks or apparel, we take cash, credit, debit, checks, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. This event will be canceled if inclement weather is predicted. Parking for this event can be found in the South Lot and the festival will take

Sustained Advocacy Policy Update Call – October 2023

LIVE Policy Update CallJoin us for a LIVE Policy call on October 26 at 5pm. This month, we’ll continue our discussion of the DEP’s new environmental justice policy and mapping tool with Abby Jones. Abby is Vice President of Legal and Policy at PennFuture. As Vice President, Abby is responsible for integrating PennFuture's legal, regulatory, and policy activities in furtherance of the organization's mission of protecting Pennsylvania's air, water, and land, as well as empowering citizens to build sustainable communities for future generations.In her role as an attorney based out of PennFuture's Poconos office, Abby's work focuses on water quality

Info Session: Walnut Street Community Garden

345 King St 345 King Street, Pottstown, PA, United States

Let's grow together! Join us to learn more about the Walnut Street Community Garden.Big things are happening at the Walnut Street Community garden and we want you to be a part of it! Join us to connect with neighbors, learn more about what's growing, and how you can get involved in our vibrant community garden.Snacks and refreshments will be provided, along with time for a Q&A Session with fellow community members. Stop by when you can and stay for however long you'd like at this open house style event. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, this info

The Haunting of Hill-Physick House

Hill-Physick House 321 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A Hill-Physick House FundraiserImmerse in the Halloween spirit at the Hill-Physick House Fall Fundraiser on Thursday, October 26th. Fans of Stanley Kubrik's The Shining, come meet Lloyd the Bartender. Look for the Grady Twins, and experience a Gothic art installation Dark Forest by Heather Ujiie. Lastly, come in costume! The most awesome costumes will win a gift. The Haunting of Hill-Physick House is a fundraiser for PhilaLandmarks to continue preservation and interpretation at our historic houses. Tickets are $50 tax deductible. Purchase tickets online here or call 215-925-2251.This event is sponsored byJohn Milner ArchitectsSociety Hill Civic AssociationOcean Tents & Party

Teen Advisory Council – Orientation

Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center 1531 Upper Stump Road, Chalfont, PA, United States

Orientation for high school students interested in participating in Aark's Teen Advisory Council program. Read below for more details.Introducing Aark's newest initiative, the Teen Advisory Council. This program is a volunteer opportunity for high school students that allows them to get involved with Aark in a fun and engaging club-like setting. Students will have the opportunity to plan and participate in different volunteering events at Aark, monthly club meetings, fundraising, and wildlife and nature themed outings in and around Bucks County, including the chance to get involved in and learn about local wildlife conservation efforts.This orientation is an introduction to

Ghosts in the Garden

This event is specifically for the families of Bartram Village and the surrounding Southwest Philadelphia. If you are not a resident of this neighborhood, please help us ensure that we have enough candy for the children of our community by choosing a different Halloween event for your family! Late October has long been a time of not only all things spooky, but also honoring loved ones who have passed on in many cultural traditions. Come to the Garden for music, dancing and stilts, goodies, storytime, and crafts, as well as an ancestral veneration aspect. Costumes not necessary but highly encouraged!

Cobbs Creek Art Club

Christy Rec Center 728 South 55th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us each month from June - Nov 2023 to experience various forms of art making, connect with neighbors and make new friends.Cobbs Creek Art club is a FREE monthly art workshop designed to express creativity and learn about nature with a focus on community building, meditation and mindfulness! The monthly workshops create space to spend time exploring the natural environment and expressing yourself through art. We’ll explore different art forms led by local artists and inspired by nature. No experience necessary, only a willingness to explore and create with neighbors and local artists in Cobbs Creek.

Co-operative Business Talk w/ blew & nyambi

d'griot gallery 51 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come to re-imagine what our future looks like & explore co-operative economics & collective workNyambi & blew kind are joining forces to bring Philly based business folk and other inspired individuals around the co-operative idea table. This is our second gathering, hoping to connect to more dreamers that would be interested before we close the group. Nyambi is a farmer, educator, and business woman of natural body care products. Running shop out of the Cherry St. Pier and having a strong voice in the co-operative movement in Philadelphia.blew kind is a cultivator of community and sustainability through entrepreneurship. She has

Opening Reception: The Arts as a Vehicle for Social Change

The Henry Gallery at Penn State Great Valley 30 East Swedesford Road, Conference Center Building, Malvern, PA, United States

Celebrate the opening of Camphill Kimberton Village's exhibit at Penn State Great Valley: The Arts as a Vehicle for Social Change.Join us for a dessert reception to celebrate the opening of our latest exhibit with work by individuals from The Camphill School, Camphill Soltane, Camphill Village Kimberton Hills and Frog Hollow Farm.The exhibit will feature artwork from local non-profit organizations who work alongside those with special needs (The Camphill School, Camphill Soltane, Camphill Village Kimberton Hills and Frog Hollow Farm). Come and see a variety of artwork including mosaics, textiles, ceramics, and woodworking. Hear the stories of the artists who

WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

$10 – $15

La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in Palestine

InLiquid Gallery 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Dr. Aisha Mershani’s work documents nearly 20 years of the Israeli Apartheid Wall, Israeli violence, and Palestinian resistance. This exhibit is a gateway to bearing witness to what the news ignores – the people directly affected by the Wall. This multimedia experience includes photography of and audio storytelling by numerous Palestinian people living behind the Wall. This exhibit aims to educate the wider public, all while using the gallery space to build a broader solidarity community. Weekly events will be organized by the La La Lil Jidar Collective to engage audiences towards the realities on the ground through artistic expression.

Free

Meet Mural Arts Closing Celebration

Fringe Bar 140 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate the ending of the 25th Annual Mural Month at Fringe Bar !This year to conclude Mural Arts Month we’ve decided to lift the curtain, so to speak, to give the public an opportunity to peer deeper into the organization but giving them the opportunity to meet and interact with our board members, directors, artists and employees in a celebratory setting. As we approach our 40th year, and mayoral election, it’s important we allow the community we serve to address how they feel we can serve them better, and this is a first step. Help us close out the 25th

Beach Cleanup, Neshaminy State Park

Neshaminy State Park, in Bucks County, PA 3401 State Road, Bensalem, PA, United States

Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem, PA Beach Cleanup Just North of Philadelphia walk the beach cleaning up trash from the tidal Delaware RiverNeshaminy State Park is along the Delaware river. At low tide the beach is exposed and it is pretty nice but their is usually some interesting trash that washes up . On a sunny day you feel like it is the ocean shore but with Philadelphia in the background.Come out to Neshaminy State Parksign a liability waiverget gloves and trash bagswalk the beach cleaning up trashExcel Events now partners with KeepPABeautiful.org, who has provided gloves and bags to

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Youth Bike Fridays

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Come by for free bike rentals, simple repairs, tips, and snacks! Please register in advance.    

Final Friday at the Rail Park: A Crafty Halloween

The Rail Park 1150 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join your neighbors and community members for a crafty, spooky, and family-friendly October Final Friday!Join Friends of the Rail Park for a crafty, spooky, and family-friendly October Final Friday!Just in time for Spooky Season, we'll be hosting an arts and crafts session for our costumed "young" friends of the Rail Park. There will be several interactive stations for getting creative and creepy! We invite families to come in a festive mood and to stay for music and treats (and a few tricks)! Come in a costume and bring a friend!You won't want to miss the last event of the year

Halloween Hikes and Hayrides – Friday, October 27

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

🌙🎃 Moonlit Forest Halloween Adventure: A Spooktacular Night to Remember! 🎃🌙 Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the heart of the enchanted forest as our annual holiday favorite, the Moonlit Forest Halloween Adventure, returns for another year of thrilling mystique and Halloween delights! Join us on Friday at the enchanting Schuylkill Center for an unforgettable night of spooktacular fun under the moonlit sky. Event Highlights: 🌟 Mystery-Filled Hikes and Hayrides: Embark on an eerie adventure as you wander through our moonlit forest. Keep your wits about you, for the forest is alive with secrets waiting to be unveiled. 🔥

$13 – $26
Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education for spooktacular mystery filled hikes and hayrides through a moonlit forest. There will also be an opportunity to enjoy s’mores by the campfire, food trucks, an outdoor movie screening, games and other activities. The event also features an up-close look at some native nocturnal animals to celebrate the spirit of the season! NOTE: Due to limited space, registration is required. Please bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. In the case of inclement weather, we will postpone the event until the following weekend. (Also, members’ tickets are half-price with the PROMO CODE

$13 – $26

Spooktacular Fundraising Party

Hilltop Books 84 Bethlehem Pike, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a night of wholesome Halloween fun while supporting our Library.With raffles, pumpkin decorating, a costume contest (favorite literary characters?), some wicked treats from Matines, and a cauldron brew, this is a party you don't want to miss. Come in costume or come as you are. Bring the kids, friends/family, or join solo. $25/adult and kids enter for free - each at their own peril, but to the great benefit of our Library branch.Suggested donation of $25.

GAD October Fourth Friday: Autumn Night

5400 Germantown Ave 5400 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, United States

As the days grow shorter and the autumn settles over the city, Philadelphia transforms, bringing in the exciting spirit of the fall festivities season. Amid this seasonal shift, families in Philadelphia are eagerly looking for fun and safe activities for the entire family to enjoy. Germantown organizations are joining forces this October to provide a safe space for children, their families, and the community to come together and enjoy various Halloween festivities. The Germantown Arts District, in partnership with St. Luke's Episcopal Church of Germantown, will be hosting the GAD October Fourth Friday Autumn Nights on October 27, 2023, from

Free

WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

$10 – $15

Germantown Art & Sound

Our House Culture Center 6380 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support talented artists in the heart of Germantown at this interactive community art show!

Lands That Release/Terras Que Libertam- Special Screening

Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Visiting form Brazil, filmmaker Diosmar Filho will be in-person at Scribe Video Center to screen and discuss Terras Que LibertamJoin us for a screening of the documentary film "Lands That Release: Stories of the Cupertinos" co-sponsored by the Ubuntu Center on Racism, Global Movements & Population Health Equity at Drexel University. The screening will be followed by a conversation about land-based resistance struggles in Brazil with Diosmar Filho, co-director and producer of the film, and Dr. Ashley Gripper, faculty at the Ubuntu Center.About the FilmLands That Release/Terras Que Libertam documents the trajectory of the Black Quilombola population living in Chapada

HALLOWEEN CAMPFIRE & FULL MOON PARTY

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Halloween Campfire and Party for ages 6 &upWalk through the spooky woods to a campfire with stories and songs. Followed by crafts, light snacks & games for the whole family. Suggested for ages 6 & up. This can be a bit scary for the little ones. Costumes are NOT allowed for your safety. Walk through the woods is guided, but on uneven trails. However, the campfire area is accessible for anyone in your group unable to take the walk. (Please let us know in advance) $5.00 per person. Payment is NOT accepted at the door! Spaces are limited and registration

Arts on Tap

Triple Bottom Brewing 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

an evening where the craft brews and art will be on tap ;) featured artists include a musician, singer/songwriter & poet.Artsi partners with Triple Bottom Brewing to bring back our “Arts on Tap” series. On Friday Oct 27th at 7:30pm, join us for an evening where the craft brews and art will be on tap ;) Evening will feature performances by three local artists:Jordan Brown, Singer/SongwriterKeegan Tawa, Musician (Sax & Duduk)MissSpokenPoet, Poet  Each artist set will be paired with a featured libation you can purchase, hand-selected by the brewery and inspired by the performance you will experience. — ABOUT TRIPLE BOTTOM BREWING

FREE Tacony Creek Park Bird Walk | Paseo de Aves GRATIS

Tacony Creek Park, Ramona Avenue & I Street 4528 I St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join TTF for a FREE Bird Walk in Tacony Creek Park, led by Keith Russell of Audubon Mid-Atlantic. Binoculars are provided! Reserve your space here | Reservar su espacio aquí TTF has Bird Guides in English and Spanish, which include a map, a list of bird species found in and around Tacony Creek Park, courtesy of Keith Russell of Audubon Mid-Atlantic, and helpful tips for spotting and identifying birds in the park. The woodlands and meadows that make up Tacony Creek Park provide year-round habitat for over 100 species of birds and other wildlife. The 3.2-mile paved trail that runs

Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Each adult must register individually in order to complete the waiver. Parents/guardians must complete registration for individuals 18 and under. Registration full but would like to still participate? Please contact Kimani Keaton at kimani@bartramsgarden to be added to our waitlist.

Revival Walks with Mama Carla Wiley

Tacony Creek Park Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

Bike Tour of Bartram’s Mile with Urban Riding Basics

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Join us for a slow-paced ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail.  The ride will make a few stops, including a short info session about how to properly wear a helmet, use basic hand signals, and an overview of the trail. You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class. Various levels of experience are welcome on the tour and no one will be left behind, but participants should have some basic riding knowledge. For those with no biking experience who are seeking to learn how to ride, check out the Learn-to-Ride

Goat Walk and Photography Talk w/Dalanie Franklin

The Farm at Awbury 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Dalanie Franklin created Photography is Medicine to support veterans and others coping with PTSD. Join us in a special nature focused event.Goat walk and photography talk will start at the Goat Barn promptly at 10 a.m. Please leave 15 minutes to park on Ardleigh Street and find you way to the barn. This area is moderately wheelchair accessible with mostly dirt roads and some small hills. This event is FREE and everyone takes turns walking the goats. There are port o pottys on site and a water filling station but no other food. Any questions please text or call the

Parkside Past, Parkside Present: Walking Tour of Neighborhood & Centennial

School of the Future 4021 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a special walking tour of the Parkside neighborhood! DATE Saturday, October 28, 2023 TIME 10:00am - 12:30pm LOCATION School of the Future 4021 Parkside Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Michael Burch (science educator, community organizer, and founder of the Parkside Journal) for a special walking tour of the Parkside neighborhood on October 28 from 10:00 AM—12:30 PM. Parkside. The name says it all — it’s the neighborhood beside West Fairmount Park. Similarly to Strawberry Mansion on the other side of the Schuylkill, Parkside is where the city grid meets the greenspace, buffered

Guided Trails Hike

Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Saturday, October 28, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view

Free – $3

Pumpkin Carving Party

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Come along to our workshop and learn how to carve amazing pumpkins! We will supply the pumpkin along with all the specialized equipment you need for carving, as well as patterns and ideas to help you make a spectacular pumpkin. This program is for adults and children (8+) as we’ll be using sharp tools. Wear clothes that can get messy!

$30 – $35

Badass Women’s History Tour

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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!

Legacy Reclaimed | Guided Tour

Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church 419 South 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us on Saturdays at 11am for a guided tour throughout the historic 7th Ward.

Hidden Geology Biking Tour

American Philosophical Society 105 South Fifth Street, Philadelphia, PA

Our once-a-season, bicycle-based field trip exploring Philadelphia's 500 million years of geologic history!Hidden Geology Bike Tour Meet in the garden of the American Philosophical Society, southeast corner of 5th and Chestnut across the street from the Monaco Hotel It's back! Our once-a-season, bicycle-based field trip exploring Philadelphia's 500 million years of geologic history, which is all around us yet rarely seen. We'll start in Old City near Independence Hall, ride to the beautiful and scenic banks of the Schuylkill River, and then on to Manayunk where we will have a tasty snack before returning to Center City. We'll stop at

Frankford CDC Fall Festival

Frankford Pause Park 4673 Paul Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for the Frankford CDC Fall Festival, a lively in-person event filled with autumn festivities, food, and fun for the whole community!Frankford CDC Fall FestivalCome join us for the Frankford CDC Fall Festival at Frankford Pause Park! Get ready for a day filled with fun, food, and festivities. Whether you're a local resident or just visiting, this in-person event is perfect for everyone.Experience the vibrant atmosphere as you explore the park and enjoy a variety of activities. From live music performances to interactive games, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't forget to bring your appetite, as local food

Direct from Palestine: a Conversation with Bard and Al Quds University

InLiquid Gallery in the Crane Building 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us on October 14th, from noon - 2 pm, for a community conversation with faculty and students living and studying near the Wall.Join us on October 14th, from noon - 2 pm, for a community conversation with faculty and students living and studying near the Wall.Direct from Palestine, from Abu Dis to Philly, a community conversation with the Philadelphia area and Bard and Al Quds University faculty and students. These two universities are located in Abu Dis, the Wall sits directly in front of them. This is an opportunity to hear first hand accounts about what life is like

Stenton’s Halloween Harvest Festival

4601 N 18th St 4601 North 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for family friendly fall fun! Games, crafts, face-painting, pumpkin painting, & a spooky cellar tour!Join us for an afternoon of family friendly fall fun! All ages are welcome to enjoy games, crafts, face-painting, pumpkin painting, spooky storytime with Logan Library, and a spooky cellar tour! Light refreshments and cider will be served. Event is free.

Mom’s Market

Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective Rittenhousetown Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

Fiber Repair Clinic with Megan Pollin Hernandez

20*20 Gallery 20 Lansdowne Court, Lansdowne, PA, United States

Is your favorite sweater holding on by a thread? Beloved jeans a little off-color? Fear not!**OUR EVENTBRITE ACCOUNT LIMITS US TO 20 TICKETS PER EVENT. WE HAVE MUCH MORE SPACE AVAILABLE. IF YOU'RE UNABLE TO RESERVE A TICKET, PLEASE STILL ATTEND. WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU JOIN US!**Is your favorite sweater holding on by a thread? Beloved jeans a little off-color? Fear not, because The Lansdowne Fiber Repair Clinic is open and can help you heal your wardrobe and head home with a wardrobe that’s revitalized!Join us on October 28th from 1 - 4 pm at the 20*20 House

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

FRIEDAcommunity – Reading + Poetry debut from Kay Cosgrove

FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join us for a very special literary event celebrating ANYBODY HOME? (Blue Edge, 2023), the poetry debut from Kay Cosgrove. This event is made possible thanks to donations from our annual fundraiser. The poems in Kay Cosgrove’s first collection are driven by curiosity – about herself, the world, and her place in it. Witty and elegantly restrained, they ask the question: how do we live the lives we’ve made for ourselves? Cosgrove roams from barrooms to checkout lines to the enigma of motherhood; she is a teenager responsible for a sack-of-flour-as-a-baby, and then an adult driving a teenage babysitter

Free

Halloween Hikes and Hayrides – Saturday, October 28

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

🌙🎃 Moonlit Forest Halloween Adventure: A Spooktacular Night to Remember! 🎃🌙 Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the heart of the enchanted forest as our annual holiday favorite, the Moonlit Forest Halloween Adventure, returns for another year of thrilling mystique and Halloween delights! Join us on Saturday at the enchanting Schuylkill Center for an unforgettable night of spooktacular fun under the moonlit sky. Event Highlights: 🌟 Mystery-Filled Hikes and Hayrides: Embark on an eerie adventure as you wander through our moonlit forest. Keep your wits about you, for the forest is alive with secrets waiting to be unveiled. 🔥

$13 – $26
Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education for spooktacular mystery filled hikes and hayrides through a moonlit forest. There will also be an opportunity to enjoy s’mores by the campfire, food trucks, an outdoor movie screening, games and other activities. The event also features an up-close look at some native nocturnal animals to celebrate the spirit of the season! NOTE: Due to limited space, registration is required. Please bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. In the case of inclement weather, we will postpone the event until the following weekend. (Also, members’ tickets are half-price with the PROMO CODE

$13 – $26

Mobilizing and Creating Coalitions Through Story Circles

Atelier Gallery 1301 N 31st St Suite 2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Led by Lizania Cruz / part of Teaching at the End of TimesMobilizing & Building Coalitions led by artist Lizania CruzIn this workshop participants will learn how to use story circles as a way of uniting, mobilizing, and honoring the histories of immigrant communities. And as a framework for creating coalitions based on different expressions of power: power within, power with, and power to. The goals of this workshop are to understand the framework of story circles and how to put it into praxis, to draw connections between the stories shared and how these could become tools of organizing by

WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

$10 – $15

Full Moon Hike

SUITABLE FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Experience the magic of Tyler’s natural areas at night! Join guides Dick Cloud and John Bunting as we head into the forest under the full moon’s light. Hiking at night is a unique sensory experience. We will use our senses of hearing, smell and touch to navigate the forest. Our guides will share points of special interest and seasonal highlights. In addition, we hope to see and hear some of the nocturnal wildlife that makes a home in Tyler’s natural areas! This moderately-paced hike is for adults and teens comfortable walking 2+ miles on uneven terrain that may include

Mister John’s Halloween Block Party

South 8th and Fulton Street 761 S. 8th St., Philadelphia, United States

You're Invited To Mister John's Halloween Block Party! We're excited to open the doors of our brand-new building in South Philly, and to celebrate, we're throwing a giant Halloween Block Party, Mister John's style! Please join us in costume on Sunday, October 29th from 10am - 4pm at South 8th & Fulton Street for a day of fun for the whole family. There will be nonstop live music, raffle prizes, arts & crafts, drag storytime, a costume parade, student performances, a giant dance party and SO MUCH more. We will have light refreshments but feel free to BYOB!

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Philly Cider Week Finale Fall Street Fest

outdoors on 7th Street between South St & Fitzwater 7th Street, South St to Fitzwater St, Philadelphia, United States

Philly Cider Week is an annual weeklong series of events celebrating orchard-driven cider, with a focus on cideries based out of Pennsylvania and highlighting PA-grown apples. PCW’s goals are to continue to expose the Philadelphia region to the ever-growing world of cider. To raise industry and consumer awareness of the diversity of this historical beverage. We strive to cultivate an appreciation of the sense of place tied to agriculturally-driven beverages, specifically ciders, that share an honest connection to the land on which the fruit is grown, and the importance that such products hold for the future of the planet. This

The 1793 Yellow Fever Plague in Philadelphia: Walking Tour

Hill-Physick House 321 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

What was it like in 1793 when Philadelphia was overcome with the Yellow Fever plague?Please join PhilaLandmarks and Christ Church Burial Ground for an educational walking tour highlighting the horrors of the devastating Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793.We will explore the medical realities and social impacts of the fever in Philadelphia by visiting the Hill-Physick House, Powel House, Dr. Rush's House, Christ Church Burial Ground and more!

Pumpkin Succulent Planter Workshop at Glen Foerd

Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a fun fall event creating this beautiful Pumpkin Succulent Planter.In this workshop, you will learn how to create a beautiful, long-lasting pumpkin succulent planter. Your experience will include a (real) 6-7lb or 3-5lb "Cinderella" or "Ghost" pumpkin, a variety of succulents, soil, preserved moss, mini bundle of dried florals and step-by-step instruction. We will discuss best practices for succulent care and maintenance; soil, sun requirements, grooming, watering, and propagation for healthy plants.Please note these pumpkins are not carved so your centerpiece will last for many months! We also will not be using glue on the succulents so

5th Annual Mushroom Jerky-Off and Halloween Fungi Social

Rolling Hill Park 1301 Rose Glen Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join the PMC for our fall social!For the 5th year in a row we'll be getting together to socialize, eat, carve pumpkins, and see who makes the best maitake (or other mushroom) jerky. Everyone is invited! This year we are also doing a costume contest, mushroom themed costumes are highly encouraged. Winner will receive a PMC merch bundle and bragging rights. ** IF YOU ARE BRINGING A DISH to share please make a list of all the ingredients used, to be displayed on the table. We will provide index cards if you need them. If your dish contains wild mushrooms

Grumblethorpe Halloween

Grumblethorpe Historic House & Gardens 5267 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Halloween crafts and candy hunt at Grumblethorpe!Bring the kids to Grumblethorpe for Halloween! Grumblethorpe Youth Volunteers will host a spooky garden and candy hunt with pumpkin painting, crafts and games from 4-6pm on Sunday, October 29th. $5 suggested donation per kid. Free entry available, no questions asked. Don't be shy and come on by! Costumes encouraged.

How to Decide to Act on Climate

Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

An interactive workshop exploring useful strategies for acting on climate.The climate is in crisis; it's time to act; but it's hard to find time, energy, emotional resources, and people to act with. This interactive workshop explores useful strategies for getting started and for helping other people get started. Speaker: Eugene Chislenko teaches ethics at Temple University, has worked with the Sunrise Movement and 350.org, and is a co-founder of Philosophers for Sustainability.This event will take place in the Heim Center, Room 131 at the Parkway Central branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia. Because this event takes place after the

YOUNG ADULT HIKE: Spooky Stroll

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a spooky stroll in Halloween costumes followed by a costume contest, spooky stories, campfire & s’mores (while supplies last).Halloween is a very fun time of year for all and we would like to celebrate that! Join us for a spooky stroll in Halloween costumes followed by a costume contest, spooky stories, campfire & s’mores (while supplies last). Open to the public for young adults ages 18-30. 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

FABSCRAP PHL Volunteer Session: Tuesday, October 31st, AM session

Bok 1901 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 beforeNote: If you choose to donate, please make sure that you also choose a sorter ticket. FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping

Volunteer Wednesdays at The Farm at Awbury (Mort Brooks Memorial Farm)

6336 Ardleigh St 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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,

Wednesday Stewardship with David Bower

Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you

Little Explorers: Seed Collectors

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

How do seeds travel? (And why do they travel?) How do squirrels play a role to help trees in the fall? Collect seeds from all over the garden and make your own collection.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Ecological Arboriculture: Section B

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Develop a deeper connection to trees by understanding their outsized role in our natural ecosystems. Trees provide habitat and food. They support nutrient cycling in forest systems through leaf-drop and decomposition, mediate temperatures, mitigate storm water, and soil erosion, and are culturally significant to the mid-Atlantic region. Examine the ecological features of trees while learning about their anatomy and care. Find out how trees contribute, in both life and death, to forest ecology. Learn why large, mature trees need to be conserved and how climate change could impact forests in the future. These classes are rain or shine. Dress for

$229

Bennett Compost Cleanup in Tacony Creek Park

5650 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 5650 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Bennett Compost to clean Tacony Creek Park and park gateways every Wednesday. Let’s support this local business in improving our environment and neighborhood! Location: Meet at Bennett Compost: 5650 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 Time: 11am All tools and supplies will be provided. No registration required. Questions? Contact Alex Rosario at Alex@ttfwatershed.org or 215-744-1853.

A Jewish Approach to Activism and Accompaniment Through the Climate Crisis

Exploring Religion & Environment Series - Session 2: JudaismExploring Religion & Environment SeriesJoin us for a series of lunchtime conversations this Fall and Winter focused on exploring religion and the environment. We will be joined by experts, theologians, activists, and thinkers for deep dives into different religious traditions. By blending informative education with ground-breaking discourse, we hope that wherever you are on your own journey exploring faith and our changing world, you will find value in this foray.Session 2: A Jewish Approach to Activism and Accompaniment Through the Climate CrisisIn this month’s conversation, are taking a deep dive into the

Green Burial: The Solution Is Here

Celebrate the Day of the Death with a conversation about death and dying!On multiple levels, green burial solves the problems of modern death care - the environmental, financial, and psychological ones. Join Friends of Green Burial PA co-founder, Carin Bonifacino, as she explains how green burial addresses each one of these aspects. In addition, participants will learn what green burial is, see photos of green burial grounds currently in use, and tap into resources for further learning and for finding green cemeteries where they live. This event will be hosted via Zoom.Carin Bonifacino is a co-founder of Friends of Green

Noon Bird Walks at Wissahickon Environmental Center

Wissahickon Environmental Center 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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!

Putting Your Orchard to bed for winter: leaf management, fertility & fruit

Ruth Bennett Community Farm 1202-1498 Carla's Lane, Chester, PA, United States

Mid-Atlantic region orchard preparations for winter including leaf management, fig care and fertility considerations.Jose Spellman-Lopez will lead a hands on workshop at Ruth Bennett Community Farm highlighting preparation of orchard plants in the Mid-Atlantic region for winter including leaf management, fig care, and fertility management. Learn how to set your orchard up for success next year by closing down the season thoughtfully.

Fall Wednesday Walkabouts (9/6 – 11/15)

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

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

River Alive! Learning Trail Drop-In Hours

Ferko Playground 1101 E Cayuga St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join TTF from 3-5pm at the River Alive Learning Trail for FREE information and materials: Seek and Find maps, coloring pages, reusable bags, and water bottles. Learn about the Learning Trail’s 2023 FREE summer programs! Seek & Find, free tickets to the Independence Seaport Museum, and free field trips to Independence Seaport Museum one Sunday each month. Next trips are October 22 and December 17. Register here. Questions? Contact ralt@ttfwatershed.org.

PHILADELPHIA250 SOCIAL – Peoples Programs for the 250th

Cira Centre 2929 Arch Street, 18th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Planning a program for the 250th in 2026? Connect with other program organizers and producers from all around the city of Philadelphia.PHILADELPHIA250 invites you to connect with other program organizers to spark collaborations and event ideas for the 250th. We're bringing our IDEAS WALL, so come share what your organization/collective is thinking or planning! #GetInspiredHow will activities, events, and programs in 2026 reflect what the 250th means to Philadelphians - the celebratory, challenging, and inspiring? PHILADELPHIA250 will amplify and promote diverse types of places, people, heritage and stories with an emphasis on including new, underrepresented and diverse voices. Our People’s

Owl Howl: Section A

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head out into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, November 1st,

$29

FRIEDAcommunity – Artist talk : Manuel Hernandez

FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

Join us for a conversation with Manuel Hernandez in a more intimate and relaxed setting. Following the talk, dinner will be served allowing for more discussion with the artist and among guests. Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 Talk 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm Dinner 7:00pm Price Talk & Dinner: Members: $25 (service and tax included) Guests: $35 (service and tax included) Guests “30 or under”: $15 (service and tax included) *RESERVATIONS REQUIRED at least 2 days prior to the event. For detailed information and to sign up, please check: https://frieda.community/programs/manuel-hernandez-artist-talk/

$15 – $35

Reclaiming Our Vote – The Stakes of the 2023 Municipal Election

Online event

Reclaiming Our Vote - The Stakes of the 2023 Municipal Election Join NExT Philadelphia (The Urban League of Philadelphia Young Professionals) for an exciting online event on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 8:00 PM EDT. The stakes have never been higher as we come together to discuss and strategize for the upcoming municipal election. This event is your opportunity to make your voice heard and be a part of the movement to reclaim our vote. During this event, we will delve into the key issues at hand, what's on the ballot, and the impact this election will have on our

Free

Thursday Morning Swim Foundations: Coming Home to Water (Three Week Cohort)

FITNESS ALIVE CENTER CITY 1425 Arch Street B level, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Led by Chandrika Francis of Oshun Swim School. Bartram’s Garden is partnering with Oshun Swim School this fall to offer a series of swimming and water-related workshops for Southwest Philadelphia residents.   This class/workshop centers Black womxn and non-binary people, but all identities are welcome.  Friday morning classes are for elders specifically, all other cohorts welcome ages 13-99+. This foundational swim course will run once weekly for three weeks (three classes total).  It is a step towards empowered, liberated, and skilled swimming for Southwest Philadelphia community members. We will build skills around breathing, understanding your body in relationship with water, floating,

Nature Walk at Brinton Run Preserve

Brinton Run Preserve 6 Oakland Rd, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

Come explore the trails at Brinton Run Preserve and learn about the plants and animals that call the Preserve home!Join North American Land Trust staff for a leisurely hike through fields and forest and engage in an open non-formal discussion about the plants and animals that call Brinton Run Preserve home. NALT Conservation Biologist and Environmental Scientist will lead a hike and discuss recent project initiatives and efforts across the Preserve. Some topics to be discussed during this informal hike might include the native plants, birds and wildlife that exists at BRP and how to identify them, pollinator and native

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

CraftNOW presents Craft Works Symposium

Moore College of Art & Design 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join CraftNOW Philadelphia for its free annual symposium, a signature CraftMONTH event where scholars, curators, and artists highlight current topics in contemporary craft. Under the theme of Craft Works, the symposium examines the work of making things, craft practice as labor, craft’s relationship to the needs of working people, and the power of craft to enact transformative work through communities. Hear lectures discussing craft’s role in building community, participate in a presentation highlighting three major Korean art shows in Philadelphia, and shorter talks from emerging scholars. The Craft Works Symposium pays tribute to gallerists Ruth and Rick Snyderman for their

Free

Friday Morning Swim Foundations: Coming Home to Water (Three Week Cohort) ELDERS ONLY

FITNESS ALIVE CENTER CITY 1425 Arch Street B level, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Led by Chandrika Francis of Oshun Swim School. Bartram’s Garden is partnering with Oshun Swim School this fall to offer a series of swimming and water-related workshops for Southwest Philadelphia residents.   This class/workshop centers Black womxn and non-binary people, but all identities are welcome.  Friday morning classes are for elders specifically.  All other ages may join the Thursday morning or Friday afternoon cohorts. This foundational swim course will run once weekly for three weeks (three classes total).  It is a step towards empowered, liberated, and skilled swimming for Southwest Philadelphia community members. We will build skills around breathing, understanding your

Homeschool Geocaching at Ryerss Museum

Ryerss Museum & Library 7370 Central Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us at Ryerss Museum and Library to learn what geocaching is and how a GPS unit works.Join us at Ryerss Museum and Library to learn what geocaching is and how a GPS unit works. Then head out and discover hidden treasures (caches) around Burholme Park. Join us for this program geared towards families with Homeschoolers, 2nd grade and up! Adults must stay with the children. This session will be held from 10:30pm until 12:30pm. $5.00 per person per school aged child. Pre-registration is required on Eventbrite or call 215-685-0470 or email pec@phila.gov.Program Location: 7370 Central Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111Best

Opening Reception: Earth, Sky, Water

The National Old City Apartments 121 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us on Friday, November 3, 6 - 8pm, for the opening reception of "Earth, Sky, Water," featuring Mindy Flexer and Michael Williamson.Join us on First Friday, November 3, 6 - 8pm, for the opening reception of "Earth, Sky, Water," featuring the luminous work of Mindy Flexer and Michael Williamson.In Earth, Sky, Water, artists Mindy Flexer and Michael Williamson reflect on their individual identities and family histories, and a hope for personal and cultural transformation offered by contemplation of our current moment. These collected paintings parse questions of belonging, inheritance, and survival. A sense of interconnectedness between past and present,

Opening Reception for CraftNOW Exhibitions

Paradigm Gallery + Studio 12 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for the opening reception for 3 solo exhibitions by Kate VanVliet, Alexis Nutini, and Lucha Rodríguez during CraftNOW.Paradigm Gallery presents three exhibitions opening during CraftNOW, featuring collections by Alexis Nutini, Kate VanVliet, and Lucha Rodríguez. All three artists will be In attendence.OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, November 3 • 6:00pm - 8:00pmLocation: 12 N. 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106Read the press releases here:Learn about Kate VanVliet's "Heirloom Machine": https://www.paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/kate-vanvliet-heirloom-machineLearn about Lucha Rodríguez's "Proximity Spectacle": https://www.paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/lucha-rodriguez-proximity-spectacleLearn about Alexis Nutini's "Close Reading" here: https://www.paradigmarts.org/blogs/news/alexis-nutini-close-readingWe will also be hosting an artist talk where all 3 artists will dive deeper Into their collections:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/artist-talk-craftnow-exhibitions-at-paradigm-tickets-738946417627

OPEN MIC CAMPFIRE NIGHT (Spectators)

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for open mic campfire night! Adults & Families. Free.Join us for open mic campfire night! Gather with us by the campfire to enjoy performances by our talented neighbors. Poets, singers, musicians, comedians, etc. are all welcome to join. Adults & Families. Free.Suggested for ages 6 & up. Spaces are limited and registration is required here or pec@phila.gov. If you are interested in sharing a performance, please register at openmicperformer113.eventbrite.com or email pec@phila.gov. 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.

Fall Bird Walk

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk.In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer. Mr. Whitmer will lead families on a leisurely walk around Riverbend's preserve to check out the many species of birds that call it their home.Phil Witmer is an avid birder and conservationist with over 30 years birding experience. He is a past board member of Bucks County Audubon Society, past president of the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club, one of the oldest birding clubs in the country, and

Bird Walk with In Color Birding

FOR ALL AGES Please join In Color Birding Club as they explore Tyler Arboretum. The outing is on Saturday, November 4, from 8-11 am. In Color Birding Club encourages the accessibility and welcoming of Black and brown folks into birding. We ask that all guests, including allies, ensure that the experiences of BIPOC folks are centered throughout this outing. We expect to see many birds and enjoy the Arboretum with joy and inclusiveness! FREE for everyone! RSVP at www.incolorbirding.org/RSVP

FreeWalkers Marathon — Philadelphia (Fairmount Park)

The Porch at 30th St Station 2949 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Our most diverse and scenic walk of the year.  Bring your camera!Our most diverse and scenic walk of the year.  Bring your camera!Start: Porch at 30th St StationFinish: Chestnut Hill West StationDistance: 13-26miWhere to find us: Outside south side of stationOptional endpoints:- East Falls Station, Highland Station and numerous other mass transit optionsTerrain: paved, gravel, grassTransit: Amtrak, Megabus, NJTransit AC and NJTransit/Septa connections to 30th Street StationReturn: SEPTA trainParking: Many nearby garages and lots. Try 3101 Market St or Cira South GarageDifficulty: Average / Advanced Category: nature, history, urban, scenicCoordinator: Charles UpdikeAn Autumn Walk in the Park26.2 miles (or 13.1 miles) from

Clean Water Action Pennsylvania: Environmental Justice Bike-a-Thon

Nicetown Combined Heat & Power plant 4606 Morris St, Philadelphia

Please support us in a cause that truly matters. Clean Water Action’s 50-mile combined bike ride and fundraising event will raise awareness of environmental justice issues in Pennsylvania. This event also supports our work to embrace and empower residents in underserved communities of color who are disproportionately burdened with adverse environmental impacts to foster a healthy environment where they live. The Pennsylvania Bike-a-Thon for Environmental Justice will be a two-day event. On Saturday, October 28, bikers will travel a loop on the Harrisburg Capital Area Greenbelt, beginning and ending at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. The ride will offer

Free

Fall Adopt-A-Tree Treeplanting At Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us for a fun-filled day with your family to adopt and plant trees at Riverbend.Fall is a wonderful time to plant trees just before it turns colder in the winter months. Planting trees at the preserve helps to combat climate change and helps to maintain our local water supply as the trees we plant keep runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed.This event is open to ALL ages! Registration is required as spaces are limited.Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event.

Trail Off Storywalk

Tacony Creek Park, Ramona Avenue & I Street 4528 I St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience TrailOff’s story by Denise Valentine and walk with the TTF Saturday Walk With Me Group  Part 1: Saturday, Nov. 4th 9:30-11am  Begin at I St. and Ramona Ave. Gateway. The first part of the story extends for 45 minutes to Tabor Rd. and then we will walk back together. Part 2: Saturday, Nov. 11th 9:30-11am  Begin at Tabor Rd. and Olney Ave. Gateway. The next part of the story extends for 45 minutes to almost Crescentville Rd. and Tookany Creek Pkwy and then we will walk back together. The flow of human history, like the water rushing to the

November 4 Toddler Kids club Ages 2-5 with Jackie Lehrian

The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Kids Club ToddlersExperience cutting and tearing fall color paper to make a glowing suncatcher! Kids Club Toddlers class is a one hour art class for kids from 2 years old to 5 years old. Parents must attend with their child.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not charge tuition or any sort of fees for any of our classes. Our classes are popular and often have wait-lists. If you enroll in a class, please commit to attending it! How to enroll in a Tacony LAB kids class:• You may enroll IN PERSON at

Compact Composting

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Turn your trash to treasure with home-scale composting. Transform everyday kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich treasure (compost) that makes plants flourish. Learn the key elements of creating compost at home, what materials can be safely composted, and how to keep the compost bin from smelling. Storage bin options will be discussed and demonstrated. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, November 4th, 2023. About the Instructor: Eileen Boyle is the former Director of Conservation and Research at Mt. Cuba Center. She loves teaching, especially about plants and their relationships with birds and butterflies. Previously, she was

$29

Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

Bike Container

This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Harvest Festival

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

November 4th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Harvest Festival For a colonial farm family like the Wentzes, the fall harvest was the most important time of the year. Join us as we prepare for the cold 18th century winter during our Harvest Festival! Watch demonstrations of traditional farming practices like cider pressing, corn shelling, and cultivating a field. Visit our group of talented craftspeople from basket makers to tape weavers to woodworkers and more. Step into the shoes of a colonial farmer with a variety of hands-on activities. Featuring a special magic show from The Colonial Conjurer. It’s fall

Free

Paper Marbling

Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Make your one-of-a-kind marbled paper!Developed by the Persians in the 15th century, marbling is the art of floating and designing watercolors on a base fluid then permanently transferring the design to paper. You will learn how to prepare the paper to accept the paint, mix the colors for marbling, create the base fluid, float the colors on the base and create your design. You'll then transfer the design to paper you can take home with you.Includes half-hour lunch break$120 per person14 years & up.

Nature Play Day

Discover the wild side of Mt. Cuba with a day of outdoor fun in our natural lands. Take to the open skies by flying a kite; touch-a-truck and tractor; navigate a nature obstacle course; and more! Embrace your inner explorer on a guided hike through rolling terrain. A variety of food and beverage selections available for purchase. Free parking for this event is at 1003 Old Wilmington Road, just east of Brackenville Road. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Saturday, November 4th, 2023 (Rain Date: Sunday, November 5). Buy Tickets Member Tickets  

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Start Patternmaking: Draft your own Personal Sloper (Plus-Size Exclusive)

Firehouse Arts Germantown, B06 5231 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Drape and draft a basic bodice, skirt, sleeve, and pant pattern block to fit your own body. This class is exclusively for plus-size sewists.*PLEASE NOTE: This workshop section is being offered exclusively for members of the plus-size community, because patternmaking is a body-conscious process and it has been my dream (as a petite-plus person myself) to offer a space where other plus-size sewists can work together to make patterns for our bodies without judgment. If you typically wear a size XL or above, this is for you! If not, please register for the other section for all bodies. The course