Calling all young Nature Campers! Come explore, investigate and enjoy Pennypack Park at this fun-filled week.Calling all young Nature Campers! Come explore, investigate and enjoy Pennypack Park during this fun-filled week. Nature Camp is the perfect setting to discover nature’s wonders in a safe, educational and social environment.Dates: Monday, July 8-Friday, July 12Ages: Children 8-12 yearsTime: 9am-3pm$125.00 per child Cash or Check; Eventbrite fees apply.Location: Pennypack Environmental CenterLunch: Campers should bring their own lunch, and snacks.Registration: For information, call 215-685-0470 or email PEC@phila.gov. Spaces are extremely limited for maximum adventures, so register early.Register on eventbrite (fees will apply), or email

Sing-a-long with Miss Delia on the ukulele and listen to stories read aloud at the Ambler Community Garden.Sing-a-long with Miss Delia on the ukulele and listen to stories read aloud. Those registered may participate in making a craft in the garden afterwards.Accessibility Check-in: please contact us if you would like an accommodation to access this program.

This July join artist Sarah Hunter for a two part introduction to landscape drawing workshop. We will use both graphite and charcoal media.This July, join artist Sarah Hunter for a two part introduction to landscape drawing workshop. We will use both graphite and charcoal media and focus on how value can help develop the mood of our drawings. Bring a picture of a meaningful place to work from or choose one of the inspiration images provided. Two Sessions, July 8th and 15th from 6pm-8pmTacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyAttendance Policy: We understand that traffic and other delays happen, however

Children’s Summer Gardening Series Presented by Camden County Certified Gardener- 3 events that build on each other in a series, attend all.Children’s Summer Gardening SeriesPresented byCamden County Certified GardenersDo you have a curious child age 5-8? Are they excited about nature and have a thirst to learn more? Kids and adults are invited to join the fun in this series of three engaging, nature-inspired sessions. Your registration enrolls you in all three. The central theme is continued throughout each session.Tuesday July 9: Winged Wonders: All about butterfliesTuesday July 16: One Bean, Two Bean: Learn about seed and soilTuesday July 23:

Join Ulises for ESSSSSS #8: “What Good Is Eco-Art Without Community?" at Ulises with Keg De Souza and Alicia Grullon.Building on Grullon’s 2023 Hyperallergic article “What Good Is Eco-Art Without Community?" This night of presentations brings together two artists, Keg De Souza and Alicia Grullon, to share their work and observations about the field. Join us to welcome them to Philadelphia and continue the discussion from past Eco-Social events.Images: Keg de Souza "Not a Drop to Drink" (2021) Arts House, Naarm (Melbourne) Photo credit: Bryony Jackson; Grullon’s 2023 Hyperallergic article “What Good Is Eco-Art Without Community?"Alicia Grullón is a Bronx-based

Join Chris Applegate from the Museum of Indian Culture in Allentown, PA to learn more about how wampum beads were produced and traded.Wondering About Wampum. Presented by the Museum of Indian Culturea Special Program is for Teens and AdultsAlthough shell beads have been around for thousands of years, the cylindrical white and purple beads we recognize as wampum were mainly produced after European contact. Steel tools facilitated drilling the long, small diameter holes. These beads held more value than their beauty. Colonists used them as currency. Native communities used them to commemorate important events or send messages.Join Chris Applegate from

How to save money by cutting your carbon emission on your home & car. This new webinar by David Green includes homes, EVs and IRA subsidiesIn this free, and highly-acclaimed webinar, you will learn how, with MA and IRA subsidies:you can cut your home's carbon emissions and bills by at least 50%, andwhy electric vehicles are now cheaper to buy, cheaper to maintain and cheaper to run than gas-powered cars.All attendees will get a free copy of David Green's book "Zero Carbon, Zero Bills".Presented by David Green who has cut his own home's carbon emissions and bills to zero (making

Sign up: https://nonprofits.club/hires/events/d/nonprofit-community-virtual-career-networking-event-0fitw6kolorysfnCelebrating Diversity, Building Connections: Nonprofit Community Virtual Career Networking EventJoin us for a special event dedicated to honoring the impactful work of nonprofits and fostering meaningful connections within the community. This exclusive networking event is designed to bring together professionals and community members to celebrate and strengthen the nonprofit sector. Whether you're looking to expand your network, find collaboration opportunities, or simply share experiences, this event promises to be an enriching experience.When: July 10, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at your local timezoneHow to Join: Sign Up and RSVP to join our vibrant community at https://nonprofits.club/hires/events/d/nonprofit-community-virtual-career-networking-event-0fitw6kolorysfnIn

Join Leeway Foundation & guest grantee Feini Yin (ACG '23) for an in-person Info Session before the August 1st deadline!Have questions about the application process for the Leeway Art and Change Grant (ACG)?Join Leeway Foundation and guest grantee Feini Yin (ACG '23) for an in-person Art and Change Grant (ACG) Information Session at The Painted Bride. During the session, Leeway staff will walk through best practices for a successful application and Feini will share her experience applying for the grant. Snacks and light refreshments will be available.Access the application and learn more about ACG before the August 1st deadline.Can’t make

Come chat and craft. There is no teacher here. Recycle Read Repeat just wants to create a community of waste aware crafters.We invite you and your in-need-of-mending clothing to sit in our cozy store, chat with strangers or friends and try out some new methods of mending.Bring those moth eaten sweaters, those snagged on the corner skirts and see what a little thread, some patches and creativity can do.And PLEASE bring your knowledge, your wishes, your Pinterest boards and other online inspo so we can all try together.This is an hour of learning, trying new things and meeting new people!$6

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

This program features 2 raptors. Each ambassador is presented individually, during which time you’ll learn about each.This program features 2 raptors. Each ambassador is presented individually, during which time, you’ll learn about the adaptations that make these birds such efficient hunters, their lives in the wild, and the issues facing their species.Accessibility Check-in: please contact us if you would like an accommodation to access this program.

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

Join us along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! Volunteers needed to help with tree care, landscaping, litter and beautification!Volunteers Needed! Join us for a day in the park along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! We'll be cleaning up the park, completing some invasive removal, general landscaping tasks and maybe some tree care for newly planted trees. Meet at the picnic pavilion near the soccer fields!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 participate. Anyone under 16 must have

Join environmental educator, Rebecca Silvey, for a program for young learners (ages 2 - 4) and their caregivers.For young learners ages 2 - 4 years and their favorite caregiver. We will sing songs, dance, and explore nature using our senses. Please bring a picnic blanket, sturdy footwear, sun protection, water, and anything else you need for you and your little one to feel comfortable. Children younger than 2 are welcome to attend for free, but older siblings will need to register for a ticket. The class will occur drizzle or shine but we will cancel/reschedule in the case of inclement

Ready for the weekend? Explore the history and collections of the Wagner with a guided tour!Summer Fridays!Guided Tour of the Wagner - Ocean LifeJoin us on Friday afternoons this summer for guided tours of the Wagner - each week will highlight a different part of the collection!The Wagner Free Institute of Science is a National Historic Landmark natural history museum, with more than 100,000 specimens on display in its historic Exhibition Hall.Every specimen in the collection has its own story to tell. There are smaller stories of how each specimen arrived at the Wagner and larger stories about evolution, religion,

Join the Tacony LAB for an event featuring music themed work from our kids club participants. We will have refreshments and entertainment.Join the Tacony LAB for an event featuring music themed work from our kids club participants. We will have refreshments and a guitarist from settlement music school. Corinne Kite-Dean (she/her) is a guitarist and composer from South Jersey who is currently working in the Philadelphia area after completing her Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Performance in jazz guitar at University of the Arts in 2021. Her style of composition bridges the gaps between improvisational modern fusion, intricately woven “wall

It’s the 30th anniversary of Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival with more than 200 artists showcasing the best of fine art and craft from the region and beyond! This two-day outdoor festival, sponsored by Subaru, will be held Saturday, July 13 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday, July 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit artist tents, restaurants, and shops along Kings Highway between Washington Avenue and Haddon Avenue, along Tanner Street to Euclid Avenue, and the Emerging Artists Area on Kings Court. Learn more at downtownhaddonfield.com.

Get ready for a berry good time as blueberries make their return to Linvilla Orchards! Join us on Saturday, July 13, 2024, for our annual Blueberry Festival. Whether you're picking your own or grabbing some from our farm market, there's plenty to enjoy. Tickets for pick-your-own are available for purchase at Linvilla.com. Indulge your sweet tooth with a variety of blueberry-licious treats from Linvilla’s bakery. Love blueberry pie? Join our pie eating contest! Two rounds will crown Linvilla Champions, with ages 13-17 and ages 18 and up competing in a timed Blueberry Pie eating challenge. Winners in each category will

Join us for an in-person Pennsylvania Flax Project Event Series this spring and summer to foster organic fiber flax production and supply chains! Expect to… Meet existing and prospective organic buyers and growers Get connected to the emerging organic flax-to-linen industry in Pennsylvania Learn about: How fiber flax fits into organic rotations How fiber flax is processed from field to spinnable fiber Opportunities through PA Flax Project's cooperative business model Organic certification requirements Technical assistance opportunities during organic transition This event will take place in both Spanish and English with simultaneous interpretation. Spanish-only, English-only, and bilingual speakers are all invited

It's gonna be a chike up the forbidden passage in Wissahickon. However it builds character, historicism, and myocardium IG: ECC_8030

Join us at Gifts From The Garden for a day of exploring and celebrating all things nature-inspired and handcrafted!Gifts From The GardenCome join us at Life Do Grow Farm with Lady Danni for a fundraiser supporting Urban Creators on July 13th!Together we’ll take a foraging tour around Life Do Grow Farm followed by a DIY take home native seed bomb making workshop - all led by Lady Danni!Tickets are based on a sliding scale - any and all support is appreciated and will directly benefit with work we do for our community at Urban Creators, Life Do Grow Farm.Learn more

Learn the essentials of Canva in our fun and interactive workshop!Canva BasicsHey there! Are you ready to unleash your creativity with Canva? Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you'll learn all the basics of this amazing design tool. Whether you're a beginner or just looking to brush up on your skills, this event is perfect for you!Our event will be held at Utility Works MakerSpace, - the end product of a 2 hr class will be a summer journal for kids to color in and record memories. We will also review how to order the journal for

Come celebrate our birthday with us at Liberty Lands!!Happy MF Birthday VU!!!!Volunteering Untapped is a non profit organization dedicated to connecting Philadelphia to the nonprofits all across the area. We host events on the 2nd Saturday of almost every month, and we love to see everyone having fun and serving the community around them!!VU on its birthday will be:WeedingCleaningPruningGraffiti cleaningFixing park furnitureDate: Saturday, July 13th, 2024*Time: 10A-1PParking & TransportationParking: there is ample parking around the park!Nearby buses routes: https://plan.septa.org/#/*Rain Date: July 20th 2024

Come join us for a relaxing yoga and sound bath session where we stretch, breathe, pose, and repeat to find our inner zen!Stretch. Breathe. Pose. Repeat!Date: Sat Jul 13 2024Time: 11:00 AMLocation: John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at TinicumCome join us for a rejuvenating yoga and sound bath session surrounded by nature. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and focus on your mind, body, and soul. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned yogi, this event is perfect for anyone looking to unwind and recharge. Yoga mats and light refreshments will be provided. The event

The Tacony LAB free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Join Barb Baur for a special Glen Foerd workshop featuring designs from her own work. Using colored sheet aluminum from recycled cans, we will create a small piece of jewelry ie. a pendant or a pin using beading techniques and expanded metals forms in a technique developed by Barb Baur. Stay after the workshop for a special artist talk with Barb Baur to coincide with the current exhibit- Home Waters at Glen Foerd. Barb will take us on a journey through her wearable art inspired by her time living on a boat

Learn about the history of mushroom farming in Kennett Square and how they are cultivated. Taste a variety of period mushroom recipes.Tina Ellor, Mycologist/Technical Director at Phillips Mushroom Farms in Kennett Square will discuss the history of how Kennett Square became the mushroom capital of the world. She will also talk about how they are cultivated and the vast array of varitials. Also taste a number of period receipts for mushrooms.

As part of the Phantastic Phibers exhibition, exhibitors and teaching artists Jamie Campbell and Bonnie MacAllister are showing felted and fabric sea monsters. Learn pattern design and construction and create your own Delaware River Monster. All ages. Tour the exhibition while on Cherry Street Pier.. Phantastic Phibers creates an atmosphere of industrial, fiber optic, hyperbolic, puppetry and non traditional textiles transporting the pier into a nautilus full of suspended materials including recycled electronics and bicycle parts, a nine foot tunnel,, a cursed sweater,, enormous weaving, giant fish, deconstructed silks, and sea monsters. Two and three dimensional work fills the gallery

Come see art by 9 AMAZING local artists in a cute bookstore while LIVE local musicians set the mood!Stay cool and be cool!We have nine artists of various mediums showing their artwork here at Recycle Read Repeat, Norristown's favorite indie bookstore!It's free to attend (or you can make a small donation to our nonprofit kickstarter).You'll be able to meet the artists and buy art directly from them!Recycle Read Repeat is a used bookstore with a cozy and artsy vibe whose mission is to bring affordable books to all!

This is how crafty people do a yard saleCome out to shop, support and keep valuable items out of landfills! The Craft Coven is hosting it's very first Crafty Yard Sale. We will have tables filled to the brim with fabrics, yarns, stamps, tools and books etc. priced to sell and ready for your next big project. All coven sales will go towards offering low cost events available to the public. Our goal of this event is to raise enough funds to purchase the aprons and easels we need to start offering painting classes at the pier. If we raise

Led by POWER Interfaith -- hear about current campaigns in Philadelphia to hold public utilities to account!Led by POWER Interfaith in conjuction with Bill Brookover exhibition "The Earth Has A Fever"Impacts of climate change and global warming are happening yet we don't know where to start. POWER Interfaith, a grass roots organization of Pennsylvania congregations and individuals committed to racial and economic justice on a livable planet is working on Climate Justice and Jobs.We'll hear about current campaigns in Philadelphia to hold public utilities to account to reduce their use of fossil fuels and about the Whole Home Repair Program,

Ever wonder what people are talking about when they talk about “regeneration”? Currently applied to fields as diverse as ecology, spirituality, health, and economics, regeneration has become a bit of a buzzword lately. Defined by Mirriam-Webster as the “renewal or restoration of a body, bodily part, or biological system,” Don Hall, author of The Regeneration Handbook: Transform Yourself to Transform the World, argues that we might come to understand regeneration more broadly as the “act of helping to bring something back to life – ourselves, our communities, and, ultimately, the Earth.” In the face of mounting environmental, economic, and social

Join us on the Great Lawn for a Drink and Draw class! All skill levels are welcome!We hope you'll join us on the Great Lawn at Park Towne Place Museum District Residences on Wednesday, July 17th, from 6-7.30 for a Drink and Draw. All skill levels are welcome to come socialize, have some drinks, and light snacks, and make art inspired by our mid-century modern campus!Draw inspiration from the greenery and the architecture of Park Towne Place’s campus itself. A professional, local artist, Tyler Klein, will guide guests through the nuts and bolts of Plein air sketching.This event takes place

How can Philadelphia think beyond rec centers in our neighborhoods, to build a larger culture of sports and recreation in Philly?With two stadium districts in the works, the FDR Park redesign, and a proposed $60 million waterfront pool park along the Schuylkill River, Philadelphia has a newly heightened focus on sports and recreation. How can Philadelphia leverage these projects, and think beyond rec centers in our neighborhoods, to build a larger culture of sport, recreation, and physical activity in the city?Light refreshments will be served.The event is free to attend and we ask you to RSVP so that we can get

Come find your writing people every third Thursday at Norristown's favorite bookstore, Recycle Read Repeat.

Tour our on-campus farm with Haverfarm Manager, Cassandra Brown.Come explore the Haverfarm in the height of the summer season! The Haverfarm is a year-round farming and educational space designed to integrate sustainable food and agriculture into the academic and extracurricular lives of Haverford students, faculty, staff, and community members. Cassandra will lead a tour exploring the abundance of summer and sharing all the new developments in progress.P lease dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes.

Join Dr. Strassmann in getting to know the most common birds, not just by sight, but by behavior.THURSDAY, JULY 18Slow Birding7:00–8:30 PMJoan E. Strassmann, Ph.D., Professor of Biology, Washington University in St. Louis and Author of Slow BirdingSponsored by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens + Tredyffrin Public Library's Arbo-READ-um partnershipIn the heart of migration, it is easy to jump from one bird to the next, tallying counts of warblers, vireos, tanagers, and thrushes with increasing speed. But there is another way to approach birding—through slow, quiet observation. Join Dr. Strassmann in getting to know the most common birds, not just by

Ready for the weekend? Explore the history and collections of the Wagner with a guided tour!Summer Fridays!Guided Tour of the Wagner - Rocks & MineralsJoin us on Friday afternoons this summer for guided tours of the Wagner - each week will highlight a different part of the collection!The Wagner Free Institute of Science is a National Historic Landmark natural history museum, with more than 100,000 specimens on display in its historic Exhibition Hall.Every specimen in the collection has its own story to tell. There are smaller stories of how each specimen arrived at the Wagner and larger stories about evolution,