BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grid Magazine - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gridphilly.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grid Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20230501T161416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T161416Z UID:10004374-1708167600-1708174800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Badass Women's History Tour DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/badass-womens-history-tour-43/ LOCATION:Independence Visitor Center\, 599 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/1dc2b985e8f3694f9a9156f099d6aee2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20231027T153856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T224922Z UID:10008021-1708167600-1708174800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Legacy Reclaimed | Guided Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturdays at 11am for a guided tour throughout the historic 7th Ward. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/legacy-reclaimed-guided-tour-15/ LOCATION:Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church\, 419 South 6th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/26c023a0f5f2b5f81bae6f0144c42516.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T180719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T180719Z UID:10010685-1708169400-1708174800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:February 17 Kids Art Club class with Jackie Lehrian Ages 6-18 DESCRIPTION:Kids Club 6 years old and up\n\n\nKids 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. \nMake a Birdhouse for Spring! Aprons will be provided but please dress accordingly to get messy. \nWhen 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. \nPlease submit age of child. when filling the form out. If you do not wish your child to be photographed\, please tell the teacher directly. \nKids Club drop off and pick up: If your child is dropped off by a parent guardian\, we expect that they will be picked up by the same person when the class ends unless you explicitly tell us otherwise\, for example: being picked up by another person or if the child/children is permitted to walk home. It is very important to pick up your child on time. \nTacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance Policy \nAttendance Policy: We understand that traffic and other delays happen\, however we request you to be on time to our events. We have a 15 minute grace period. If we are not notified and you are more than 15 minutes late\, you may not be permitted to join the class. This class is only 1.5 hours long and it is difficult to catch up students when they are late. \nThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not charge tuition or any sort of fees for any of our classes. \nOur classes are popular and often have wait-lists. If you enroll in a class\, please commit to attending it! \nHow to enroll in a Tacony LAB class: \n• You may enroll IN PERSON at the LAB beginning 3 weeks before a class first meets. Please check the “About” section of the LAB’s Facebook page for open hours or call the LAB at 267-686-7420 to hear the hours. \n• You may enroll online using Eventbrite beginning one week before a class first meets (provided there are still spaces) by visiting our Eventbrite page: www.eventbrite.com/o/the-tacony-lab-community-arts-center-1… \nIf you enroll ahead of time and do not attend the first class\, you will be removed from the roster and your place will be offered to another student. \nIf you need to miss subsequent classes or decide you no longer wish to attend\, please notify the LAB by phone call or email ahead of time. \nIf you do not notify the LAB of absence or withdrawal\, you will not be able to enroll in another class until 3 months have passed. \nAll current COVID-19 policies required by the City\, State and CDC must be followed by all attendees. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/february-17-kids-art-club-class-with-jackie-lehrian-ages-6-18/ LOCATION:The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center\, 6918 Torresdale Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19135\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/a4dab0efa5e0cb4f3c1f42acc91f31c6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T150000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240129T191512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T191512Z UID:10010715-1708171200-1708182000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Aluminum Flower Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn to make a wreath-sized flower out of repurposed aluminum cans!\n\n\nOh\, the possibilities of reuse! In this workshop\, you’ll learn to take aluminum cans from your favorite drinks and turn them into a wreath-sized flower to put in your garden\, on your door\, or anywhere inside or out! \n \nWho may participate? \n• Adults \n• Ages 14-17 with adult partner \nThis workshop is fun for family members to do together\, but keep in mind that some hand strength is needed to cut & staple the aluminum. \nWhat to bring? \n• 12-20 empty & clean aluminum cans. More cans = “fluffier” flower! \nRecommended to bring but not required – \n• A pair of pointed utility scissors or jewelers shears (not something you hope to cut fabric with later!) *** we will have some to share\, but may not have enough for everyone depending on attendance \n• Close-fitting work/garden gloves for protection against sharp edges (big & clunky gloves will be harder to work with) \n• Utility stapler to attach petals to wood base *** we will have some to share\, but these staplers can be hard on the hands\, so feel free to bring any easy-squeeze staplers you may have \n \nPlease email info@theresourceexchange.org with any questions URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/aluminum-flower-workshop/ LOCATION:The Resource Exchange\, 1800 North American Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/45b95fd675d5a2c5f1406d9140f516d0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T140000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T180620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T180620Z UID:10010683-1708173000-1708178400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Greens: A Taste of African Heritage DESCRIPTION:“The ancestors of African Americans brought wonderful food traditions to parts of the Caribbean\, South America\, and the southern states.”\n\n\n“A Taste of African Heritage is a way of eating based on the healthy food traditions of people with African roots. This healthy way of eating is powerfully nutritious and delicious\, and naturally meets the guidelines experts recommend for supporting good health.“ \n– Oldways \nJoin us for a delicious vegetarian dish inspired by the African diaspora. \nIngredient list coming soon! We hope you’ll cook along with us. \nRegistered participants must sign in to Zoom to access the program. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/greens-a-taste-of-african-heritage/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2e959ab53ef5b6613c9531fb452dc405.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20231218T202529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T202529Z UID:10010282-1708174800-1708174800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nature Journaling: Winter Workshop DESCRIPTION:Capture a moment in time to revisit later through nature journaling. Observe and document the surroundings at Mt. Cuba with Kathy leading participants through workshop activities. Dress for the weather as a unique opportunity to experience the gardens in the winter will be included in the workshop. Select a journal that suits your tastes and bring it to class along with a #2 pencil.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, February 17\, 2024 (Rain Date: Saturday\, February 24).\nAbout the Instructor:\nKathy Elliot works as an Educator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has bachelor’s degrees in Plant Science and English from the University of Delaware and earned a Certificate of Merit in Landscape Design from Longwood Gardens. She worked for fifteen years at a family-owned\, plant-focused garden center in south-central Pennsylvania\, where she multi-tasked between landscape design and garden center management. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-journaling-winter-workshop/ LOCATION:Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd.\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Native Plants,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Nature-Journaling-One-Page-960x700-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T203000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T180603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T180603Z UID:10010682-1708194600-1708201800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Sips and Suet - Saturday Feb 17th\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:Spend the evening making bird feeder crafts at Aark’s Sips and Suet workshop! This event is 21+ and BYOB and Snacks.\n\n\nThis event will be held on: \nSaturday\, Feb 17th\, 2024 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. You must be 21 years or older to attend! BYOB and SNACKS\nYou will spend the evening learning about common winter bird feeder species here in Pennsylvania\, learning how to make your own DIY suet and building and designing your very own wine bottle bird feeder. \nWe highly recommend bringing your own empty wine or liquor bottle\, with a screw on cap and the label removed and cleaned. While we do have spare bottles\, we cannot guarantee we will have enough for everyone. \nThis event is 21+ and cards will be checked at the door. The event is also BYOB\, no food or drinks will be provided by Aark. \nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please contact: \nNick Brewster\, Director of Education \nAark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center \nnick.brewster@aark.org \n(215) 249–1938 Ext: 103 \nWe look forward to your family joining us this winter season! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sips-and-suet-saturday-feb-17th-2024/ LOCATION:Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center\, 1531 Upper Stump Road\, Chalfont\, PA\, 18914\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/9ab206d281366a0cb3fdae0ad9a135d0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T110000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T180805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T180805Z UID:10010687-1708250400-1708254000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Delightful Dish Gardens (Ages 4+) DESCRIPTION:Brighten up your winter with your very own dish garden\n\n\nSUNDAY\, FEBRUARY 18 \nDelightful Dish Gardens (Ages 4+) \n10:00 – 11:00 AM \nAmy Mawby\, Education Manager\, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens \nBrighten up your winter with your very own dish garden. Create a whimsical mini garden with fun accents and learn how to care for your new plants. Don’t forget to bring your imagination! All materials included. \nSuitable for ages 4+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required for children only. \nMembers: $25 | Non-Members: $35 URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/delightful-dish-gardens-ages-4/ LOCATION:Philadelphia\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/aa690d00812e3fddcc69d73ff7d177d8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240129T191539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T191539Z UID:10010716-1708261200-1708272000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Craft Coven 8 Year Anniversary Pizza and Printing DESCRIPTION:Make a pizza\, print a tote\, and get an inside look at the Craft Den: Home of the craft night.\n\n\nWOW 8 Years and counting! The Craft Coven started out as a way to meet new people and share creative skills. Now 8 years later it’s still about the same things but with such a larger reach. And as much as I love the Coven events being all over the city\, I know a lot of yous have missed out of the classic craft night\, hosted in the Craft den cozy basement studio. So we’re bringing it back! \nJoin us at the home of Craft Coven CEO: Cassie Jones as she hosts an afternoon of personal pizzas\, printing on shirts and totes\, and some extra special 420 surprises for those who partake. The specifics:Where: Cassie’s house is in West Philly. You will get an email with the address closer to the event date-watch your emails and spam.What: Each person will get their own personal pizza and basic toppings. More toppings to share with the group are much appreciated.When: We will start making pizzas right at 2pm. Printing will start at 2:30 and switch colors every 30 minutes or so. You will have the opportunity to pull your own print on 2 fabric items you bring. Each person will get a free printed tote to take home as well.Then what: This is a social event. The printing process will be pretty quick but we’ll be pulling them individually. Then you’ll want to wait until your item is fully dry\, make a pizza and chat with some other crafty folk. We will have limited drinks and non alcoholic beverages so feel free to byo (beverages and toppings). \nAny questions please email Info@TheCraftCoven.org URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/craft-coven-8-year-anniversary-pizza-and-printing/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/9346e65260334b4f9f0deede8c82e8ac.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T153000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T180739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T180739Z UID:10010686-1708266600-1708270200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music Concert (2/18) DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in classical music with the forest as a visual inspiration\n\n\nSUNDAY\, FEBRUARY 18 \nViews of the Forest Through the Lens of Music \n2:30 – 3:30 PM \nBeomjae Kim (flute) and Jordan Dodson (guitar) \nJoin us for a concert that will immerse you in classical music with the forest as a visual inspiration. A musician meet-and-greet will follow. This concert is a collaboration between Allegro Music Consultants and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. Click here to view the three-part chamber music series. \nMembers: $30 | Non-Members: $35 \n \nPhoto credit (Beomjae Kim): William Oh URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/views-of-the-forest-through-the-lens-of-music-concert-2-18/ LOCATION:Philadelphia\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/e690cc4196a89f0c7ea580a663fe5d1f.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T103000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T174602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T174602Z UID:10010667-1708331400-1708338600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Explore – Bird Count on the Preserve DESCRIPTION:Join people from all over the world and head outdoors to count birds. The annual Great Backyard Bird Count depends on everyone—from beginners to experts—to tally up the birds they spot\, then scientists use the data to track the health of bird populations. Join Natural Lands staffer\, Debbie Beer for a morning walk around Hildacy. \nConnect and explore with Natural Lands. This is our ‘onsite’ program for the Great Backyard Bird Count; learn more about the Great Backyard Bird Count with our ‘online’ program. If you can’t make the online program\, don’t worry; we will send you the recording before this walk. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/explore-bird-count-on-the-preserve-2/ LOCATION:Hildacy Preserve\, 1031 Palmers Mill Road\, Media\, Pennsylvania\, 19063 CATEGORIES:Birding,General Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DSC_2551-02-white-throated-sparrow-at-sunset-bryn-coed-02-16-22-bill-moses-medium-pU7yZt.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T113000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240205T190305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T190305Z UID:10010799-1708336800-1708342200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count in Tacony Creek Park DESCRIPTION:Great Backyard Bird Count in Tacony Creek Park\nMonday\, February 19\, 2024 ⋅ 10:00 – 11:30am\nBingham St and E Ashdale St\, 19120\n\nThe Great Back Yard Bird Count is an international community science event where participants search for birds in their communities each year over Presidents Weekend. \nYou can be part of this community science program this year. Join the Tookany/Tacony Watershed Partnership and the Wyncote Audubon Society for this GBBC Bird Walk in Tacony Creek Park\, FREE! \nWe will meet by the deer painting on the trail located near the park entrance at the intersection of Bingham St and E Ashdale St. \nOpen to all families and individuals. Binoculars will be on loan for participants. \nLearn about some of our common winter birds that frequent the park. Help us with this event on the final day of Presidents’ Weekend and the GBBC! Please Register Here \nQuestions? doryan@ttfwatershed.org | 215-744-1853 URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/great-backyard-bird-count-in-tacony-creek-park/ LOCATION:Bingham St & E Ashdale St\, 5180 Bingham St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19120\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Featured,Partner Events,Tacony Creek Park Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/45863712045_c03b311c10_c-TmQO9h.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T123000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20231219T192506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T192506Z UID:10010320-1708342200-1708345800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Wellness Walks at the Ambler Arboretum DESCRIPTION:Join us for Wellness Walks at the Ambler Arboretum and take a leisurely stroll through nature to rejuvenate your mind\, body\, and soul! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wellness-walks-at-the-ambler-arboretum-7/ LOCATION:Temple University Ambler Campus\, Meetinghouse Road\, Ambler\, PA\, USA\, 580 Meetinghouse Road\, Ambler\, PA\, 19002\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/402aeacb8c2d33ca4e7021e02929d52d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T180000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240214T150733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T150733Z UID:10010894-1708354800-1708365600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-In-Person Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:Receive a 1-2 hour in-person consultation in Philadelphia\, PA at your growing space to support ag business planning. This is step one.\n\n\nSign-up to receive an hour of ag business planning technical assistance in-person at your growing space in Philadelphia\, PA supporting crop planning\, harvest & post-harvest handling\, food safety\, small space field cropping\, and sales to food hubs. This is the first step in the sign-up process. You will receive a follow-up email to figure out a meeting spot and your TA time and date from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com and you will need to confirm the plan for TA. You must cancel at least 72 hours in advance. If you cancel without this notice\, you will be removed from future opportunities. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-in-person-support-2024-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/4f6bce701bfb713a0bbfb4c8691c0d2e.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T191500 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T180843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T180843Z UID:10010689-1708365600-1708370100@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Mindful Yoga (2/19 – 3/25) DESCRIPTION:Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga\n\n\nMindful Yoga \nMONDAYS | 6-week series: 2/19 – 3/25 \n6:00 – 7:15 PM \nJanet Muti\, Yoga Instructor \nIn 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. \nAll levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications. \nThe location of Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes will be determined before the start of each series—virtual and/or indoor in-person options. \nMembers: $72/6-week series \nNon-Members: $102/6-week series URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/mindful-yoga-2-19-3-25/ LOCATION:Philadelphia\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d21773145f6fc9878b9bb3c6edfe7a46.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T193000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240219T201019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T201019Z UID:10010978-1708365600-1708371000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:College Money Workshop DESCRIPTION:High school seniors and their caregivers who reside in North Philadelphia are invited to take part in the upcoming free College Money Workshop featuring Dana Martin from Get My Kid To College. Participants will learn about scholarships\, the new FAFSA\, and important considerations before selecting a school. There will also be opportunities to ask any college prep related questions that families may have. Virtual Zoom workshop. Register today at linktr.ee/bluesbabefdn URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/college-money-workshop/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Community Events,Free,Free Community Events,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screen-Shot-2024-02-15-at-3.03.04-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Blues Babe Foundation":MAILTO:info@bluesbabefoundation.org GEO:-8.521147;179.1962 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T163000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240201T172222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T172222Z UID:10010749-1708421400-1708446600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Visit the Wagner Museum 2024 DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Wagner – a National Historic Landmark natural history museum in Philadelphia! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/visit-the-wagner-museum-2024-6/ LOCATION:Wagner Free Institute of Science\, 1700 West Montgomery Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19121\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/a61dc832a18f2a6837a2703c426b35e3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240205T191022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T191022Z UID:10010803-1708423200-1708434000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Tiny Tracks Tuesdays DESCRIPTION:Nature program for the Adventurous Playful Child!\n\n\nOur Tiny Tracks programs provide a time and space for young people (ages 3 – 7) to be guided through sensory awareness activities\, natural movement challenges\, and nature literacy expeditions – all designed to allow for young people to be more aware of\, and connected to\, the Earth and her many children – rooted\, feathered\, and furred!​ URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tiny-tracks-tuesdays-6/ LOCATION:Wissahickon Environmental Education Center\, 300 Northwestern Ave.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19128\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/23570e735d7a55c3cc8f4e851679ade2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T111500 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240201T172228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T172228Z UID:10010769-1708425000-1708427700@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Reading Terminal Market Tour DESCRIPTION:Come taste the Market’s history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small\, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/reading-terminal-market-tour-77/ LOCATION:Reading Terminal Market\, 1136 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2adbd1a9cdff1e4a3b96915debea6fb7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T173000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T180825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T180825Z UID:10010688-1708446600-1708450200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation (Free) DESCRIPTION:Learn the what\, why\, and how of science-based mindfulness meditation in this beginner friendly presentation.\n\n\nAbout the Program\nScientific research shows mindful meditation can relieve stress\, pain\, and other negative thoughts. Join Maceo Hood\, a certified Mindfulness Facilitator from the Institute for Organizational Science and Mindfulness\, to learn about the science of mindful meditation. A brief practice session will follow. Sign-up is not required but appreciated all the same. \nAbout the Presenter\nMaceo Hood began practicing Transcendental Meditation in the 70’s while a student at Lincoln University\, PA. In the years since\, he earned his Master degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from the Indiana University of PA and his certification as a Senior Human Resources Professional (SPHR) from the Human Resources Certification Institute. Maceo’s experiences as a senior HR practitioner for the last 25 years primarily in organizations that were experiencing change and restructuring led to his interest in employee psychological safety and wellness. Most recently Maceo earned his certifications in Mindfulness Leadership as well as Mindfulness Facilitation from the Institute for Organizational Science and Mindfulness (IOSM). URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-free-2/ LOCATION:Free Library of Philadelphia\, 1901 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/5452b3388b5db8c0369a3e3b3ab7ab42.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240201T170113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T170113Z UID:10010731-1708452000-1708459200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Matchmaking For The Planet: Volunteer Mixer DESCRIPTION:Looking for “the one?” Don’t miss the chance to make Philadelphia’s sustainability scene your Valentine. Fall head-over-heels for local orgs making a difference at Green Philly’s “Matchmaking For The Planet” Networking Mixer. Here’s why you should RSVP ‘Yes’ to this green love affair: \n-Eco-Speed Dating: Match your passion with perfect volunteer roles\, paving the way for a lasting impact and to discover your next big green collaboration. \n-Flirt with Sustainability: Join lively discussions with environmental leaders\, blending innovative ideas with the sweet allure of making a difference. \n-Find Your Local “Love”: Explore your local RCO scene and get charmed by the impactful work they do in our community. \n-Green Living Romance: Fall in love with easy\, sustainable living tips\, from eco-friendly home upgrades to supporting businesses with a green heart. \nAt the “Love Your Planet” Networking Mixer\, it’s not just about finding love in the air; it’s about creating a cleaner\, greener\, and more lovable city and sparking romance between you and our beautiful planet! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/matchmaking-for-the-planet-volunteer-mixer/ LOCATION:INDY HALL CLUBHOUSE\, 709 N 2nd St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/firefly_a_picture_of_earth_in_the_shape_of_a_heart_63015.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240209T203213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T203213Z UID:10010813-1708452000-1708459200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Drift- Reception/ Meet and Greet with Richard King DESCRIPTION:During his 2024 residency at Park Towne Place\, Philadelphia-based artist Richard King\nbuilt on his fascination with the ignored and invisible aspects of the world around us.\nHe’s explored Park Towne Place and its surrounding urban environments\, in terms of their\nhistory\, spatial character\, textures\, and form. Using this research\, and his engagement with\nthe surrounding communities\, King is creating a new series during his residency.\nCome see some of his finished work and works in process\, and hear more\nabout his thoughts\, techniques\, and inspiration. Light refreshments will be\nprovided. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/drift-reception-meet-and-greet-with-richard-king/ LOCATION:Park Towne Place\, Oar Pub\, Towne Center\, 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/King-Reception-IG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T193000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240125T174651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T174651Z UID:10010668-1708453800-1708457400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Outdoors Online: Beetle Bonanza DESCRIPTION:Beetles are the most diverse group of living things on the planet\, making up nearly one quarter of all described species! Such diversity means that beetles provide a wide range of services for humans and our ecosystems\, from nature’s clean-up crew to pollination to pest control and everything in between.   \nJoin Stoneleigh Engagement Manager Sam Nestory for a virtual program to learn about the beauty\, benefits\, and biodiversity of our spectacular native beetles.  \nSign up below to receive the link to the Zoom invite. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/outdoors-online-beetle-bonanza/ LOCATION:Virtual Event\, your home CATEGORIES:General Events,Stoneleigh Natural Garden,Stoneleigh Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Fox-sRGB-77-medium-fnRiXq.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T203000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240214T145515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T151944Z UID:10010909-1708498800-1708547400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:LadySitting - Now Extended to March 10th DESCRIPTION:This world premiere play\, by acclaimed Philadelphia writer Lorene Cary\, explores the life and last year of Lorene’s Nana – a fiercely strong and independent woman\, who now needs the care of others. Ladysitting captures the ruptures\, love\, and forgiveness that can occur in family as she journeys through stories of five generations of their African American ancestors and bears witness to her grandmother’s 101 vibrant years of life. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/ladysitting-now-extended-to-march-10th/2024-02-21/ LOCATION:Ardem Theatre Company\, 40 N 2nd St\, Philadelphia\, 19106\, United States CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ArdenTheater_M.Kennedy_2200vp-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Arden Theatre Company":MAILTO:boxofficer@ardentheatre.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T133000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240219T205916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T205916Z UID:10010994-1708516800-1708522200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunctime Bird Walks DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area during lunchtime!\n\n\nEnjoy 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! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wednesday-lunctime-bird-walks-5/ LOCATION:Wissahickon Environmental Center\, 298 W Northwestern Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2d064ec133d8398a986828a076da45a3.jpg GEO:40.083618;-75.232951 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wissahickon Environmental Center 298 W Northwestern Ave Philadelphia PA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=298 W Northwestern Ave:geo:-75.232951,40.083618 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T140000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240214T150941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T150941Z UID:10010897-1708520400-1708524000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Nature Flavored Math Home School Program DESCRIPTION:Puzzles\, games\, challenges\, and other fun activities will help home schoolers explore a wide variety of math topics.\n\n\nPuzzles\, games\, challenges\, and other fun activities will help us explore a wide variety of math topics. The natural environment is our laboratory for exploring mathematical principles in the real world. Taught by Brian Rudnick\, a math\, language\, and nature educator who dabbles in theater. He delivers interactive “show and tell” programs for many organizations. Recommended ages: 8 to 12. $5 per child. Note: The registration link is for the first date. other registration links will be added soon URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-flavored-math-home-school-program-6/ LOCATION:Wissahickon Environmental Center\, 298 W Northwestern Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cf0ce97c9eb64df6e2973e4f654afc3d.jpg GEO:40.083618;-75.232951 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wissahickon Environmental Center 298 W Northwestern Ave Philadelphia PA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=298 W Northwestern Ave:geo:-75.232951,40.083618 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T163000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240129T191624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T191624Z UID:10010718-1708527600-1708533000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Plantains and Our Becoming DESCRIPTION:Eat plantains and revel in the poetry of Melania Luisa Marte. How do we learn to love ourselves\, survive\, and honor the ancestor?\n\n\nIn the book Plantains and Our Becoming\, Marte\, an Afro-Latina Dominicana from New York\, writes to us in English and Spanish. \n“Through the exploration of themes like self-love\, nationalism\, displacement\, generational trauma\, and ancestral knowledge\, this collection uproots stereotypes while creating a new joyous vision for Black identity and personhood.“ \nJoin us at Lillian Marrero Library where artist Yannick Lowery is drawing on his culinary background to prepare both sweet and savory plantains while we consider what is meaningful about living our lives and eating our foods in the diaspora. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/plantains-and-our-becoming/ LOCATION:Lillian Marrero Library\, 601 West Lehigh Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/a3002bfae6d5050469a089033c719321.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240214T150928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T150928Z UID:10010896-1708531200-1708534800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Financing Opportunities for Beginning Farmers with Horizon Farm Credit DESCRIPTION:Part of our webinar series presenting resources for urban food producers from a variety of speakers in city\, state and federal positions.\n\n\nJoin us for a moderated webinar featuring Ag Relationship Manager\, Justene McCauley\, and Member Education & Young\, Beginning and Small Farmer Program Manager\, Joanne Rohrer\, who will be sharing more about the Farmers on the Rise and GrowAhead award programs through Horizon Farm Credit. Additionally\, hear a first-hand experience from a previous urban agriculture loan program recipient. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/financing-opportunities-for-beginning-farmers-with-horizon-farm-credit/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/27ec770ec13ca71720b6b5f0683d2191.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T190000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240129T191602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T191602Z UID:10010717-1708536600-1708542000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Voter Engagement @ Work DESCRIPTION:Voter Engagement @ Work\n\n\nJoin us for an insightful event featuring speakers from US B Corps\, the ACLU\, B Lab US & Canada\, highlighting how companies are encouraging employees to participate in civic engagement. We’ll hear from B Corps and their initiatives such as formalized paid time off for civic duties like voter protection opportunities\, while delving into ACLU’s model policies and electoral functionalities. This event aims to provide actionable strategies to align company values with advocacy\, serving as a valuable resource for businesses of all sizes. Expect informative discussions on voter readiness\, down-ballot office information\, and tailored advice for smaller enterprises. Be part of this engaging conversation aimed at driving meaningful change within businesses and the wider community! \n \nOur confirmed Panel Includes: \nDevi Ramkissoon – Moderator – Executive Director – Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia. Here is her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devi-ramkissoon/ \nKate Ogen – Head of Advocacy & Movement Building at Seventh Generation. Here is her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kogden/ \nMicah Gold-Markel – Founder of Solar-States. Here is his LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-gold-markel-156a9a13/ \nDanielle Silber – Director of Strategic Partnerships at the ACLU. Here is her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-silber-b231ba6/ URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/voter-engagement-work/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/aee2c4e2246378125357c9f8feaec77c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T193000 DTSTAMP:20260412T063730 CREATED:20240205T191247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T191247Z UID:10010805-1708536600-1708543800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:B Corps & Brews at Triple Bottom Brewing DESCRIPTION:Hear from a panel of local certified B Corp founders. B Corp certification verfies a business’ positive social & environmental impact.\n\n\nCome hear from a panel of local certified B Corporation leaders\, pioneering the global movement for an inclusive\, equitable\, and regenerative economy\, right here in Philadelphia. They will share their organizations’ story\, what it’s like operating a B Corp\, and what the certification process is like. Attendees will then have a chance to ask the panel questions. Enjoy a delicious brew from Triple Bottom Brewing – each entry ticket includes 1 free drink ticket! \nB Corp Speakers (possibly others to join): \nTess Hart\, Triple Bottom Brewing \nRuss Wilkin\, Saxbys \nKimberly McGlonn\, Grant Blvd \n \nEntry ticket: $10\, includes 1 drink ticket. Please RSVP here on eventbrite and send $10 payment to Net Impact Philadelphia via the Paypal link or QR code below. \nhttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ESYFSAC4CCHV4 URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/b-corps-brews-at-triple-bottom-brewing/ LOCATION:Triple Bottom Brewing\, 915 Spring Garden Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/07b49970755cab4863b19768ce2a9b65.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR