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Join us for one of our Winter Animal Workshop. Please choose the correct date and age group for your child.This year we will be providing three separate sessions over the winter break. Please be sure to check the date and age group offered that day before registering.12/27/23 - Ages 5-712/28/23 - Ages 5-712/29/23 - Ages 8-11Children can attend one class during the week and will spend the day learning about Pennsylvania native wildlife and how they deal with winter through related activities, games, crafts, and live animal encounters. Drop-off will be at 9am and pick-up at 3pm. Be sure to

Chef Tonii will prepare South African Sweet Potato Fritters and West African inspired Hot Sauce from the book A Kwanzaa Keepsake.A Kwanzaa Keepsake by Dr. Jessica B. Harris, author of High on the Hog, is more than just a cookbook. It is "a day-by-day guide to celebrating Kwanzaa that honors and affirms African- American culture, food, and family."Enjoy South African Sweet Potato Fritters with West African inspired Homemade Hot Sauce prepared by Philly's Chef Tonii at Widener Library.Together, we consider the symbols of Kwanzaa, their meaning, and how to live Kwanzaa's Seven Principles, the Nguzo Saba, all year long.Umoja →

Join us for one of our Winter Animal Workshop. Please choose the correct date and age group for your child.This year we will be providing three separate sessions over the winter break. Please be sure to check the date and age group offered that day before registering.12/27/23 - Ages 5-712/28/23 - Ages 5-712/29/23 - Ages 8-11Children can attend one class during the week and will spend the day learning about Pennsylvania native wildlife and how they deal with winter through related activities, games, crafts, and live animal encounters. Drop-off will be at 9am and pick-up at 3pm. Be sure to

Come one, come all! Join us on this unique, two-hour tour of Philly. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love!

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

A therapeutic tea experience to help promote mental wellness.

A therapeutic tea experience to help promote mental wellness.

Welcome to the Wagner - a National Historic Landmark natural history museum in Philadelphia!Visit The Wagner!Come see our landmark building and historic museum collections, including rocks, minerals, fossils, taxidermy animals, mounted skeletons, and more! The exhibit hall is self-guided, allowing visitors to explore and learn at their own pace. For first-time visitors and anyone preferring a little more direction, we have scavenger hunts to guide you and knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any questions.We are open: Tuesday through Friday 9:30 to 4:30PM & on the 1st Saturday of the month from 12 to 4PM (September through May). Check our

Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime! The winter is an excellent time for birding, as the Wissahickon is host to many boreal forest species like juncos, sparrows, and spasuckers. If its too cold, we will stay inside and watch the feeders!

Start the new year with mindful meditation with Kara Jo.January brings a time to reflect on the past and look ahead to the future. Practicing mindfulness can help us bring awareness into our minds and bodies, allowing us to enter the new year with purpose & intention. We will be practicing mindful meditation practices including movement, breathing, visualization, and relaxation. No experience necessary. Everyone welcome. This a two part series and will be hosted virtually via Zoom. You will receive a link to join the session after your registration.This series will be held on 1/3/24 and 1/10/24 from 6:30-7:30pm.Kara Lehman,

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. We moved to a new space in BOK! We are now in Unit B05A. Please review the directions below for visiting our new space.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted

Exploring Religion & Environment Series - Session 4: Bahá'íExploring 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 4: Bahá'í Faith & the EnvironmentIn this month’s conversation, we are exploring the Bahá'í tradition. Speakers will include Christine Muller and Helga

A film screening & community conversation on the film "Gaza Mon Amour"Join for an evening film screening and community conversation grounded in the film "Gaza Mon Amour."This event has been made possible with the generous support of Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture.Please consider a sliding scale donation that goes directly towards making events like this possible and to support artists from Gaza who now find themselves here in the US.About the FilmGaza, today. Sixty-year-old fisherman Issa is secretly in love with Siham, a woman who works at the market with her daughter Leila. When he discovers an ancient phallic statue of

Art program for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities at Ambler LibraryLet's get together, let's create some art together!Artist Sharon Pachler will lead this program for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We aim to provide a welcoming and inclusive space for adults to express themselves through art.Questions: Call or text Sharon Pachler at 908-612-3883 or email spachler@comcast.netArt supplies will be provided courtesy of the Friends of the WVPL Ambler Branch Library

Join Maplewood Collective as we open the Mall for an evening of art, small businesses, vendors, live music, and good vibesSupport Germantown Philadelphia is being apart of a vibrant event! Lanterns welcome to walk about the outdoor mall in the evening to share in laughs, wine, art, and checking out the businesses on the Mall! If you are interested in vending please reach out to blew @ 267.428.7471 or maplewoodcollective@gmail.com

Come one, come all! Join us on this unique, two-hour tour of Philly. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love!

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

Work on your mending pile in a supportive and social environment. Tedious chores can be fun when done in community. Pizza provided!We all have a pile of clothes to-be-mended sitting in our closet. While it might not be our first choice of sewing project, it can feel great to go through the pile and put those pieces back into your wardrobe rotation!This workshop is open to sewists of all levels, from beginners to pros. Tailor Ruby Gertz will provide guidance and support as needed, and demonstrate different mending techniques like how to sew patches and buttons, as well as basic

Exploring Lenapehoking: The Land of the Lenape – A talk with Archaeologist Matt BieleckiJoin Matt Bielecki for an exploration of the precontact and early colonial Lenape (now referred to as the Delaware) through an examination of their material culture. The Lenape tribe lived in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Archeological evidence indicates that the Lenape inhabited this region centuries before the Europeans arrived. They hunted and were skilled agriculturalists who preferred to establish villages at the confluence of streams and tributaries.Matthew Bielecki is an archaeologist, historian, and researcher, with archaeological experience in all stages of fieldwork, laboratory work, and

Join us for Wellness Walks at the Ambler Arboretum and take a leisurely stroll through nature to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul!

Come, sit, write, talk and meet some new people!Krystle Griffin, who runs the Craft Coven’s monthly poetry workshops every second Wednesday of the month at Starr Garden, will be holding in person Office Hours at Cherry Street Pier. This will be a sort of sit and write where people can come and work on whatever they’re writing currently. Only this one won’t be silent. General discussion and workshopping pieces is highly encouraged. As well as Krystle will have guided prompt writing for anyone who would like. She is also open to help with editing, feedback, whatever you may need. All

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 6-week series: 1/8 – 2/126:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.The location of Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes will be

Learn how to Sew! Taught by Maryann Evans you will learn how to make a pillowcase and a tote bag over 2 classesL earn the basics of how to use a sewing machine. With teacher Maryann Evans, you will be making a pillowcase and a tote bag.Two Sessions from 6:00pm-8:00pm, January 8th and 15th. 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

Tiny Tracks programs are designed to introduction young people, 3 - 7 years old, to the Earth and all of Her magic!

Join us at the Ambler Arboretum of Temple University for storytime and an activity in the garden!Storytime for Little Listeners at the Ambler ArboretumJoin us at the Ambler Arboretum of Temple University for storytime and an activity in the garden!Each Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., December 5 through February 27, we will read a different book and do a related, nature-based activity.All are welcome! Storytime for Little Listeners is low-intensity and duration will vary slightly depending on the morning's story and planned activity. Paved pathways lead up to the Hilda Justice Building, which is where storytime will be located

Learn how to make a natural tonic to support your immune system and take care of yourself this winter season from Dorothy BauerThe Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine states, “Fire cider helps clear out the sinuses and wakes up the immune and circulatory systems. It can be taken to ward off a cold or other respiratory infection or to lessen sinus congestion by thinning mucus and stimulating its excretion.”Join us for an in-person demonstration of Fire Cider/Tonic from Dorothy Bauer, a Co-op member who brings decades of nutrition experience. Attendees will get a bit of fire tonic to take home.

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. We moved to a new space in BOK! We are now in Unit B05A. Please review the directions below for visiting our new space.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted

Understand shaping your brand identity before launching new ideas!In the current art world and market, the medium is the message and for that purpose, a strong brand foundation is key in the creative field In this workshop, Corinne Dodenhoff will guide participants through the basics of crafting a solid brand identity to support their practice. Workshop participants will develop the tools necessary to use their unique voices as marketing tools in order to procure job opportunities, get clients’ attention, and further their creative careers. Topics discussed include the basic 101 of Brand Identity (what is it, how it’s used, etc.)

Learn the history, present, and future of the Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address, and how it informs Indigenous worldviews & movementsComposed in about 1050 CE, the Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address, or “Words Before All Else”, united five warring American Indian tribes, and served as the inspiration for both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. For Americans, it as a new orientation to being human, as it describes the Haudenosaunee relationship to the natural world, whose principles are generally accepted and shared by all North American Native people. Reflected in the mural, this ancient document is still aspirational and deeply moving for us

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

A collage workshop focused on Philadelphia's shifting landscapes led by Yannick Lowery DVAA x NextFab's 2024 ResidentThis workshop is now sold out. Yannick will be hosting another one at NextFab on February 8th. The registration link will be available in January. If anyone who is registered for this event is unable to attend, please let us know ASAP so we can release your ticket to other people who want to come! As part of his current residency with Davinci Art Alliance and Nextfab, visual artist Yannick lowery will be leading workshops with a focus of visualizing the future of Philadelphia

Get ready for HikWorking, where you can hit the trails, make connections, and enjoy the best of both worlds when hiking & networking collideHikWorking: When Hiking & Networking CollideYOU need to exercise more.YOU need to attend better events to expand your professional network.Why not do both?Get ready to explore the beautiful trails of Philadelphia's Wissahickon Park while connecting with like-minded individuals. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or a business professional looking to expand your network, this event is perfect for you.We will hike around 6 miles with 500' of elevation gain at a brisk pace. Expect about 2 solid hours

A local group art exhibition featuring a captivating collection of paintings and sculptures, live music, and more.A Community Art Gallery Event: Cascade Of Colors Part IIJoin us for a vibrant group art exhibition at A Community Art Gallery in the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown!This event showcases the incredible diversity and talent of local artists, from stunning paintings to intricate sculptures. Plus a special MLK Tribute featuring a display by Chuck Styles and spoken word performance by Emerson Ruffin.Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply curious, don't miss this opportunity to support local artists and celebrate the power of art in our

Bigga Dre Presents: Education Over Incarceration Featuring: Dr. Umar Johnson MLK WEEKEND Guest Speakers,Music, Vegan Food, VENDORS & MoreJOIN US Friday January 12, 2024 from 5pm-9pm at CLARION HOTEL (Philadelphia International Airport) Essington P.a. 19029 Bigga Dre Presents...Education Over Incarceration Featuring: Dr. Umar Johnson MLK WEEKEND Human Trafficking Awareness Month ! JOIN Us for this very important Community Event! ENJOY a night of Guest Speakers, Cultural Vendors, Conscious Music, Vegan Food! LEARN MORE about The "School To Prison Pipeline" and the Social, Psychological and Physical Effects of The MAAFAVENDING OPPORTUNITIES and Other InquiriesEmail: trueandfaithful1@hotmail.comESCHATOLOGY (Bring Our Girls Back/Bring Our Boys

Come join us at Open Studio, where artists and creators gather to showcase their work, share ideas, and inspire each other in a fun and relaOpen StudioJoin us for our Open Studio event at the Tacony LAB Community Arts Center! This is your chance to get creative and explore your artistic side. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this event is open to everyone. Come and enjoy a day of painting, drawing, sculpting, and more. Our talented instructors will be on hand to provide guidance and inspiration. So grab your brushes, pencils, or clay and let your imagination

Landscape paintings of the Delaware Water Gap by Charles SchmidtImagine you're on a plane, looking out the window at the breathtaking scenery below. The landscape unfolds beneath you, blurring the lines between human-made structures and the beauty of nature. It's like entering a whole new world, where the noise and chaos of everyday life fades away. The Persistence of Geography features landscape paintings of the Delaware Water Gap by Charles Schmidt, which not only capture the beauty of the site, but also offer a profound reflection upon the intricate interplay between humanity, temporality, and the grandeur of the natural world.Charles

Attend this virtual session to discuss Diary of a Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty with the Arboretum staff.Join us to discuss Diary of a Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty. In this memoir, Dara chronicles the world from the perspective of a 16-year-old climate activist. In this book club session, we will discuss our perspectives on the book, and reading it prior is suggested.The event link will be emailed to participants in the confirmation email generated from program registration.

January 13th, 2024 9AM-11AM GRANAHAN PLAYGROUND 6500 CALLOWHILL ST. PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151 Join us for a DAY OF SERVICE. #MLKDAYJanuary 13th, 20249AM-11AMGRANAHAN PLAYGROUND6500 CALLOWHILL ST.PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151Join us for a DAY OF SERVICE. #MLKDAYLIGHT REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED!

VU PHL is partnering with Sisters Interacting Through Stitches for their 16th Annual MLK Day of Service - join us!Sisters Interacting Through Stitches is a diverse group of women who crochet and knit items, that are donated to local, national and international programs.What we will be doing on Saturday, January 13th, 10AM - 1 PM:Sisters Interacting Through Stitches and the Wynnefield Library will host their 16th Annual MLK Day of Service Event on January 13, 2024. During the event, we will crochet and knit caps for infants, scarves, and bonding squares, which will be donated to local and national organizations.

Join us for a natural gathering called For The Love Of Bluebirds, where we celebrate these beautiful creatures with hiking & more!Join us at the Riverbend Environmental Education Center for an event that celebrates our love for bluebirds! If you're a fan of these beautiful creatures, this is the event for you. Come and learn all about bluebirds, their habitats, and how you can help protect them. This in-person event will be filled with exciting activities, informative talks, and the chance to meet fellow bluebird enthusiasts.Bluebird numbers were once in decline, but thanks to the efforts of conservation-minded individuals and

Come one, come all! Join us on this unique, two-hour tour of Philly. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love!

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

The Tacony LAB Second Saturday free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Using inspiration from the Glen Foerd Mansion we'll show you the basics of simple hand embroidery with assistance from the Tacony LAB Staff. You will be provided with all supplies and we'll take a short walk though the mansion to look at patterns and textiles . Please register so we have an accurate count of supplies. This project may take the full 2 hours, so please arrive at 11 and plan to stay until 1.T his event will take place on location at Glen Foerd, a hidden treasure in Northeast

Join PAEA Region 12 for a tour of RECRAFT at The Delaware Contemporary.We will tour the exhibit and discuss how these concepts and processes can be applied to the art room. Intending to put a twist on this centuries-old debate, RECRAFT looks specifically into how recycled, repurposed or craft-associated materials might physically intersect with traditional mediums, subject matters, genres and processes to reveal a new visual language.For more information about RECRAFT, check out The Delaware Contemporary website here.Participants will receive 2 hours of Act 48 credit.

Collaborate with other Germantown Block Captains, RCO, and Community leaders to make an action plan for your neighbors group.Hosted by GREAT - Germantown Residents for Economic Alternatives Togetherwww.greatgtown.orgLUNCH, COFFEE, & PASTRIES PROVIDEDFree professional childcare available (have clearances: child abuse / FBI / criminal background checks approved)Location is wheelchair accessible at building rearRSVP now (we've extended the date, but the sooner the better please because this helps us with planning)Seating is limited!There is no formal definition here for community "leader." However rather than personal or household level fire safety, the focus of this workshop is on collective leadership / responsibility and

Pining to spruce up your evergreen knowledge? This is the class fir yew!When the bare branches of winter start to get you down, turn to the conifers for a breath of fresh, pine-scented air. More ancient and more steadfast than the deciduous divas of autumn, our native coniferous trees like red cedar and black spruce deserve a spotlight too. On this walk, we'll acquaint ourselves with several common species, learn what to look for to tell a spruce from a cedar or a hemlock from a pine, and discuss the fascinating ecology and evolutionary history that sets these trees apart.Please

Kids Club 6 years old and upKids Club art class is a 1.5 hour art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:30 to 1:00.Creating shapes in 3-d, with cut and torn paper, creativity will flow as your artist will make their own mini sculptural environment.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with their child through this class.Please

Jerry Silverman will lead us on a tour of the Broad Street and Ridge Avenue Subway lines, as well as the PATCO line to Camden.The theme is WHAT IS NO LONGER, AND WHAT NEVER WAS.Jerry Silverman leads us on a tour of the Broad Street and Ridge Avenue Subway lines, as well as the PATCO line to Camden. Travel the subway south to the stadiums and north to Fern Rock, where the subway actually exits the tunnel. From there, we take the Broad-Ridge Express Spur to 8th and Market Streets and then board PATCO for a ride to Camden and

Calling ALL Animal-Loving Kids! Make dog chew toys by repurposing donated stuffed animals.Get CRAFTY and join us on Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 2-4pm for a stitching event at Weavers Way Outrecah Office in Germantown located at 326 W Chelten Ave # B, Philadelphia, PA 19144 to support the non-profit Glad Dogs Nation. Have fun with a simple sewing project to add squeakers to donated & repurposed stuffed toys lovingly donated by kids like you! Dogs living in shelters and rescues across the country will THANK YOU as they enjoy snuggling and playing with their "new" toys!Recommended for Ages 4

Vibrations from Gaza and Spaces of Exception will be screening at 12G on Saturday, January 13th from 2-4pmAfter Spaces of Exception’s sold-out North American Theatrical Premiere run at Anthology Film Archives last month, as well as other screenings, the film is scheduled to be shown at 12G in Philadelphia this January! The film, co-directed by Matt Peterson and Malek Rasamny, investigates and juxtaposes the struggles, communities, and spaces of the Palestinian refugee camp and the American Indian reservation. Space of Exception was shot over the course of three years in the West Bank and Lebanon, as well as in Arizona,

Join us to participate in our Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service clean up in Germantown, Sunday, January 14th from 10 AM - 1 PM.Join us to participate in our Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service clean up in Germantown on Sunday, January 15th from 10 AM - 1 PM (rain date: January 21st). Meet at the corner of 5700 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA 19144. Some cleaning supplies will be available but we ask that you bring your own broom, pale and gloves if you can. Please wear a mask and practice physical distancing during the event to

A community reading w/ excerpts from the book "Inheritance of Exile:" Stories from South PhillyJoin us in a conversation about belonging, home, and navigating old and new cultures, stories, and histories of immigrants growing up in South Philadelphia.We will read together passages from Susan Muadi Darraj's book "Inheritance of Exile" which tells the stories of multi-generational Palestinian and Palestinian-American familities in Philadelphia.We invite you to bring your story, your feelings, and your experience navigating unfamiliar spaces and pasts. This is a collective reading event, with opportunities to create and tell your own stories and responses to the stories in the

Learn three shibori methods and design original textiles using three plant based natural dyes (three different dyes used in each workshopDye a 12” by 50” silk scarf or 16” x 16” cotton scarves using three shibori techniques and natural dyes which will include several of the following: Himalayan rhubarb, chlorophyll, cochineal, quebracho rojo, logwood, lac, and others. Three shibori stations and three different colors are offered. All materials provided.Classes take place in studio 16 at Cherry Street Pier. Register for one on one, as a gift, or bring a group for an occasion. Additional workshops will be offered monthly with

Begin this new year with Ash and Krystle as they both guide you through letting go of what no longer serves you.Please join Ash Brightwell and Krystle Griffin on Sunday, January 14, 2024, from 1pm - 4pm, for a 3-hour Yoga Meditation and Writing Workshop. This guided experience will take place in The Rotunda. Staying in tune with the New Year beginnings and the energy it brings, this workshop will focus on releasing. Begin this new year with Ash and Krystle as they both guide you through letting go of what no longer serves you.The event will begin with a

Get hands on in the greenhouse and learn all about starting seedlings.In honor of MLK Day, help the Trellis for Tomorrow construct garden communication boards which will go a long ways to making the gardens more accessible for anyone that would like to participate or learn more. Something to feel good about? All of the communication boards will go to our youth-led gardens where everything that is grown is delivered directly back to the surrounding community.If you love getting outside and meeting new people or would like to give back to a great cause, this event is for you. No

Join Dann on MLK jr. Day at Eastern State Penitentiary's Readings & Discussions on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Join Dann on MLK jr. Day at Eastern State Penitentiary's Readings & Discussions on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Letter from Birmingham Jail” and texts by other civil rights movement leaders directly impacted by incarceration will be discussed.Catch Dann at the opening 11 am discussions and then writing postcards to folks currently incarcerated.While registering here lets us know you will be joining Dann, it does not buy a ticket with Eastern State. So please make sure that you purchase tickets at the

Join us for Wellness Walks at the Ambler Arboretum and take a leisurely stroll through nature to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul!

5th Annual...We invite Germantown neighbors to come explore themes of Beloved Community, mutuality, and neighborhood organizing, with a focus on housing and gentrification. This is an interactive workshop and discussion-style event.Sign up by January 12thChildcare, snacks, and refreshments providedLots of free parking is available in Center in the Park's parking lot, located where West Rittenhouse Street meets McCallum Street. The main door facing Vernon Park will also be open. www.greatgtown.orgPrior year MLK Day event photos

Come join us to clean up our Kensington Community and collect camera supplies for our 2024 Free Youth Photography Programs.FOCUSED ON CHANGECJ Wolfe Foundation MLK Jr Day of Service Community Clean Up + Camera Equipment DriveJoin us on January 15th, to honor Martin Luther King Jr Day giving back to our Kensington Community. We will be gathering at Immortal Vision Studio at 426 E Allegheny to make a postive impact safely cleaning and disposing of trash around the studio. Got some old cameras and film collecting dust in the basement? Drop off you new or gently used photography equipment, such

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. We moved to a new space in BOK! We are now in Unit B05A. Please review the directions below for visiting our new space.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted

Join Brice Dorwart for an informational walk on campus. ISA CEUs are available for certified arborists!Join Brice Dorwart and arborist professionals as they explore the winter landscape and learn how to identify deciduous tree species without their leaves. Brice is an ISA-certified, local teaching arborist. This walk will be attended by Arboretum members and Davey Resource Group employees who work with PECO's vegetation management department. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. If the weather is particularly bad the class will be rescheduled for Thursday, January 18th (same time). Participation in this class will count as 2 CEUs

Tiny Tracks programs are designed to introduction young people, 3 - 7 years old, to the Earth and all of Her magic!

What is a mineral, other than a pretty, shiny object? Learn through a few experiments and then see how minerals form local rocks.What is a mineral, other than a pretty, shiny object? Learn some of the scientific properties of minerals by conducting a few simple experiments. Then see some of the minerals found in rocks of the Wissahickon and hike to examine them outdoors. We will be joined by FOW Trail Ambassador and amateur geologist, Hallam Harper. Best for ages 8 and above. Suggested donation is $5 per child.

Discover a Greener Network in the City of Brotherly Love Green Drinks Philly is your gateway to a vibrant community of climate action.

Come together virtually for our next planning session as we continue shaping the collective vision for the future of B Local Philly.We want to hear your voice! You are cordially invited to a virtual gathering to shape the exciting landscape of B Local Philly's upcoming year! Join us for an engaging discussion as we map out our 2024 priorities and events.As we look ahead to the promising opportunities of 2024, your voice and perspective are invaluable. Together, we will explore ideas, brainstorm initiatives, and work together to make this year a resounding success for our community and beyond.Agenda Highlights:Reflecting on

WINTER COURSE: BOTANY SERIES - Free course with Professor Karen Snetselaar at the Philadelphia Horticultural SocietyWAGNER FREE INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE – WINTER 2024 COURSE: BOTANY SERIESAll About Trees with Professor Karen Snetselaar6 Tuesdays from January 16 - February 20, 6:30 - 7:30 PMLocation: This course meets at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, located at 100 N. 20th Street in Philadelphia.This course requires pre-registration. Separate registration is required for each student. Sign up here or call 215-763-6529 x14 for assistance.Course DescriptionThis course will explore several fundamental properties of trees and their importance in our world. Each week the class will consider what

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome award-winning author, Cole Arthur RileyWe are excited to welcome, New York Times bestselling author, Cole Arthur Riley as she launches her latest book, Black Liturgies. She will be joined in conversation with author and professor Brittney Cooper. A Q&A will follow the discussion. You do not want to miss this!******A collection of prayer, poetry, and spiritual practice centering the Black interior world, from the New York Times bestselling author of This Here Flesh and creator of Black Liturgies“A true spiritual balm for our troubled times.”—Michael Eric Dyson, author of What Truth Sounds LikeFor years,

Join us for a 3-week indoor Tai Chi seriesTai ChiWEDNESDAYS | 3-week series: 1/17 – 1/319:30 – 10:30 AMAimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiTai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. Learn the Tai Chi form, as well as the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm mind and relaxed body. The beauty of Jenkins will create a peaceful backdrop for your practice.All levels welcome. Classes will be held INDOORS.Members: $36/3-week series | Non-Members: $52/3-week series

We believe that joy comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists aims to foster a connection with nature for our youngest learners.Join Riverbend educators every Wednesday for a fun, preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun. Program Details: This program is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The Winter 2024 session will run Wednesday mornings from 10:30am to 11:30am beginning on January 17th. The final

Join Circular Philadelphia for a tour of The Philadelphia Union's zero waste + circularity practices followed by a networking happy hour.The Philadelphia Union has instituted many zero-waste and circular economy practices to reduce waste and sort waste into composting and recycling streams to provide sustainable waste solutions for the almost 18,500-capacity stadium.Come hear from their operations team on how they are reducing waste and striving for more circular operations to serve their fans better. The tour will be followed by a happy hour in their Stadium Club, where attendees will enjoy an open bar and catered appetizers. The Circular Philadelphia

Are you a minority owner of a small or micro business with legal questions?Camden-based Volunteer UP Legal Clinic is offering business law workshops with the possiblilty of follow-up pro bono legal services.On Wednesday, January 17, from 4 to 6 pm, volunteer attorneys who are experts in the field will be presenting and answering questions at Subaru Headquarters in Camden.Topics to be covered in two one-hour sessions will be determined by the legal needs of participants. We often see labor & employment issues; basic formation, including choice of entity & registration; protecting the business; contract management, drafting, and/or disputes; negotiation; intellectual

THE FIGHT FOR A LAND REVOLUTION workshop and community gathering that will bring land justice organizations together in Philly.THE FIGHT FOR A LAND REVOLUTION workshop and community gather is back! Join us on Wed Jan 17th at 5:00pm for an in-person event at 4014 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 at the Rotunda. This event is all about advocating for a land revolution, and we're excited to continue the conversation from our last event. Our goal is to raise awareness about the importance of land reform and to empower individuals to take action. We'll have engaging speakers, interactive activities, and plenty

Learn how to practice mindful breathwork to alleviate stress from long time Coop member Sophie Simpson.Join us for an enlightening wellness lecture with Sophie Simpson, owner of Blue Banyan Yoga Studio in Mt Airy, This lecture will equip you with simple, essential tools that can be used anytime and anywhere to help combat negative stress and balance your nervous system. Discover effective stress management techniques, mindfulness practices, and expert insights to enhance your well-being. Don't miss this opportunity to prioritize your health and find inner peace – secure your seat today! This is a virtual workshop that will be offered

Join us for Legacy Reclaimed's second installment of the Salon Discussion!Wednesday, January 17 | 6PM-8PMCollective Courage's speakers will discuss their roles in creating meaningful and accessible educational experiences that promote a deeper understanding of Philadelphia's Black history and impact. They will also explore the broader implications of community engagement and empowerment through educational initiatives.Speakers: TBA

Evening Crafting... and Cocktails!Open Crafting for All (Adults, that is)!The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly making sash! The third Wednesday of every month (except September) we will take over the second floor back room at 229 South 50th Street to create a pop up maker studio, with a different planned project every month. Always donation based projects, we encourage you to come out whether you want to participate with the project or just bring out your own WIP to work on with the group.September Craft: Resin Pins $10/person suggested donationOctober Craft: Witches

Using old books and specialty paper we'll sew our own handmade books!Join us for an evening up taking apart and putting back together! We will repurpose old books, cereal boxes, and cardboard combined with specialty dyed papers to create our own books. You can bring your own paper if you'd like to customize your book into a lined notebook, or if you have pieces that you want to incorperate into your book. Our finished books will act more as sketchbooks or artist books (unless you want to add the lines yourself?!)The logistics: This is a low cost workshop that will

Artist talk with Aisha Mershani in conjunction with their exhibition La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in PalestinePlease join us on Wednesday, January 17, 7-9pm pm for an artist talk with Aisha Mershani in conjunction with their exhibition La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in Palestine, currently on view at Studio 34.Aisha Mershani’s (they/them) photography focuses on the Israel Apartheid Wall, visually exposing the realities on the ground in Palestine, reframing the source of violence. For nearly 20 years Mershani has photographed military checkpoints, popular demonstrations, house demolitions, destroyed villages, and the