Events

Meet, Mingle + Play with fellow Circular Philadelphia Members for a fun-cilled Spring Happy Hour at Rutabaga Toy Library!🌱🌼 Spring is springing! Come out of hibernation to join Circular Philadelphia and Rutabaga Toy Library for a fun-filled Spring Happy Hour!🌸🍹🧸This event is the perfect opportunity to:🤝 Connect with fellow members: Network and build relationships with like-minded individuals passionate about a circular economy while enjoying FREE snacks and drinks 😋!🔄 Discover Rutabaga Toy Library: Explore this member organization and learn about their mission to promote sustainable play experiences for children. 🪀😄 Unwind and have fun: Enjoy good conversation and refreshments, and

Join staff from Pennsylvania Bat Rescue and Wissahickon Environmental for a presentation on bats and then a release of several rescued bats.Join staff from Pennsylvania Bat Rescue and Wissahickon Environmental Center for an evening about bats. Learn about bats from our region, how they benefit us, our ecosystems, and the current threats to their existence. Learn about the important efforts of the Pennsylvania Bat Rescue nonprofit as they work to conserve bats through education, treating injured bats, and rehabilitating bats suffering from White Nose Fungus.Meet a few species of bats!! Then join us in Houston Meadow as several rehabilitated bats

Join FABSCRAP in our Earth Month SORT-A-THON! We will be open for 12-HOURS OF CONTINUOUS SORTING! Sign up for up to 6 hours of sorting!WHAT'S SORT-A-THON?Sort-A-Thon is FABSCRAP’s 12-hour fabric sorting marathon event, and we’re recruiting all our FAB friends to come and help sort fabric! Our goal is to sort 5,000 pounds of textiles across both locations! FABSCRAP will provide meals, and entertainment - creating an experience similar to a productive party and fundraiser.HOW DOES IT WORK?Participants can register for 2-hour sorting blocks and take home 3 pounds of fabric for each 2-hr block they complete. For example, 4

VU PHL is partnering with Friends of the Wissahickon for Earth Day!Friends of the Wissahickon take care and support 1,800 acres of the Wissahickon Valley Park for both people and wildlife!We'll be meeting at the Ridge Ave Trailhead!What we will be doing on Saturday, April 20, 9AM - 12 PM:VU will help FOW with litter removal, trail corridor cleaning, trail mud clearing, and tree plantingRAIN DATE: APRIL 27THNotes ahead of the event!You will need to register to volunteer here and with FOW's portal at the link below:https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3abaeeaa-4338-4049-a280-7bde021d2ae3&envId=p-A3qQZqEDIEaS3rSwgeP0wQ&zone=usaParking & TransportationParking: We highly suggest carpooling! You can park in the nearby movie

Volunteer with UC Green to plant trees in West Philly on April 20!Join us for our annual Spring Tree Planting on April 20 @10 AMVolunteers please meet at 10AM to sign in and form groups, then disperse throughout West Philly to plant trees.Never planted a tree before? UC Green leaders will join each group for assistance.H elp us create a greener, healthier, happier West Philadelphia together!

Celebrate Earth Day at the Schuylkill Center at the annual Naturepalooza festival! Enjoy a variety of activity tables, guided hikes, arts and crafts, and food trucks. Immerse yourself in our 365-acre forest while learning how we can all help our planet become greener, happier and healthier.

Let's come together for A Broader Green: An Earth Day Service Project to clean up our community and make a positive impact on our planet!A Broader Green: An Earth Day Service Project Come join us for a day of giving back to our planet at broad hall on North Broad Street in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Let's celebrate Earth Day by getting our hands dirty and making a positive impact on the environment together. This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a difference in our community. Don't miss out on this chance to show

Join us for a cob experience ... learn what it is, how to mix it, and help refinish the cob oven near Sankofa Farm.Cob Experience with Tiny Farm WagonJoin us for hands-on cob building at Bartram's Garden! Learn the ancient art of cob construction with artist Misty Sol while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the garden. Don't miss out on this opportunity to get your hands dirty and connect with nature!

Join us for a Revival Walk (Philly Celebrates Jazz Edition) through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney where we will honor the sun and nature.Join us on Saturday, April 20 from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm for a Revival Walk (Philly Celebrates Jazz Edition) through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia where we will honor the sun, wind, trees, birds and nature. Mama Carla will share stories illuminating the history of jazz as well as our place in community with one another and with our natural environment.Originally created by dance artist / activist Lela Aisha Jones during

Help us sort donated fabrics, textiles, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!Volunteer to help our team divert hundreds of pounds of creative materials away from the landfill and back into the hands of our creative community where they can be reused in countless creative projects! Water bottle refill station and restrooms are available on-site.

See ghost signs and learn of the businesses behind them, from lettered signs on building facades to those embedded in the sidewalks"Ghost Signs" are faded and often forgotten business and advertisement signs, usually found on the front or sides of buildings. The effects of decades of weather, neglect, and cover-up attempts have diminished their eye-catching glow, but they still provide a window into the past, revealing generations of a building's history and uncovering fascinating stories of our city. These signs can be found all over Philadelphia, but a large concentration of them are in the Old City neighborhood.Join Hidden City

Haitian Sos Pwa (Black Bean Sauce), rice, sautéed mushrooms, and fried plantains with stories inspired by Haitian author, Edwidge Danticat.Haiti is lauded as the First Black Republic for taking its independence in 1804.Whitney Frederic of It's Seasoned is making us a classic Haitian dish, vegan-style, with fried plantains on the side. She lovingly follows in the footsteps of her foremothers.We will pair this delicious food with the writing of Haitian author, Edwidge Danticat. Danticat writes beautifully about what it means to be "obliged to bear witness when countries of origin are suffering from violence, oppression, poverty, and tragedy."Enjoy food, music,

The workshop will provide guidance on how to make cyanotypes and chemigrams.Under the guidance of Lauren Fiasconaro, using alternative materials to traditional darkroom chemistry represent a way to continue the photographic tradition without the toxicity and problematic waste that comes with it. By improvising with materials that can be easily obtained and disposed of, the artist/creator is able to achieve self sufficiency and minimize environmental impact.If possible, bring a small, flat object with an interesting shape to use during the workshop!When registering, if it's within your means, please consider a donation when registering through Eventbrite to help us cover the

Attendees should expect to learn practical skills about farming and resilient food systems.2ish-3pm farm tour and introduction to our business and the space3pm-4:30pm farm work, volunteer tasks – we will provide a range of activities for various abilities ranging from, bed preparation to turning compost to rebuilding and repairing fencing.4:30pm-5:30pm lesson with Amalia about “how to grow your relationship to food ways”We all hold deep connections to food. Memories. Stories. How can we radically imagine ways of building a deeper connection to the land through food, growing, cooking, and health. This workshop will begin with a presentation followed by a

Join us for an evening celebrating the book launch of "The Mother Artist: Portraits of Ambition, Limitation, and Creativity".“The only reason you’ll want to put down Ricketts’s lyrical tour de force is to make more art.”—Sarah Sentilles, author of Stranger Care: A Memoir of Loving What Isn’t OursJoin us for an evening celebrating the launch of The Mother Artist: Portraits of Ambition, Limitaiton, and Creativity as well as the many luminous contributions that mother artists make to the Philadelphia arts community on the 3rd floor of the Paradigm Arts Building. Light food and beverages will be served, and the author

Join us at One Art for our annual 4/20 event!Peace Family! We are so excited to see you for our first event of the season: One Art's Annual 4/20!Live performances, local vendors and good vibes!$20 tickets online or $25 tickets doorFOODFood will be farm-to-table from the One Art CafeMUSIC/ARTISTSLineup will be announced soonVENDOR VILLAGEPurchase a VENDORS admission ticket to be considered for vending. There will be NO NEW vendor signups on 4/20.

Join us as we watch, listen, and enjoy birds along the Delaware River! Walks led by Bird Philly member Holger Pflicke.Join us for a nice stroll along the river while birding. A Bird Philly member will be leading the walk along the river and helping us ID birds. All ages and abilities are welcome. Some binoculars will be available to borrow/share, but please feel free to bring your own.

Meet at Historic Rittenhouse Town Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects! No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with you. Detailed information and the specific meeting location will be

Celebrate Earth Week by touring the Arboretum before the Network for New Music's performance - A Murmur in the TreesJoin us for the first event in our Earth Week programming lineup! In honor of the eminent bassist Robert Black, Network for New Music will gather 24 bassists to give an encore performance of Eve Beglarian's A Murmur in the Trees on Sunday, April 21st at 2:00 p.m. To register to attend the musical performance please use this link. Before the event, the Arboretum welcomes all to attend a campus tour with Arboretum Program Coordinator, Jennie Kelly. Tours will be offered

Barn expert Jeff Marshall will teach about the history of the variety of colonial barns that still dot the rural Pennsylvania landscape.

Join us along 7th and Catharine St on April 23rd for an arts and sustainability centered day of fun! Registering ahead not required!!REGSITERING AHEAD NOT REQUIRED. This is to help spread the word!An afternoon of fun for all ages! The Everyday Futures Fest Block Party will take place on 7th and Catharine St in South Philly. Our whole block, Da Vinci Art Alliance, and Palumbo Park will feature temporary installations, music, dance, and storytelling performances, sustainable vendors, interactive workshops, and more! With more than 40 local cultural partners, community groups, and creators confirmed, there’s something for everyone at The Block

Mount Moriah is the largest cemetery in Pennsylvania, and home to some of our city’s finest grave architecture.Mount Moriah is the largest cemetery in Pennsylvania, and home to some of our city’s finest grave architecture. Trees and vines have engulfed the gravestones in some areas, giving the place the atmosphere of a lost city in the jungle. Almost every style of tomb can be found here, from Egyptian Revival to Art Nouveau. Guests will learn about the role of cemeteries as a place for leisure in the Victorian era, as well as the influence of the Freemasons. Part wilderness and

Azaleas, cherries, and dogwoods, oh my! Enjoy the splendor of Laurel Hill’s certified arboretum in all of its spring glory. Aaron Greenberg, Board Certified Master Arborist and Arboretum Manager, will lead guests on a tour of spectacular flowering trees and shrubs of Laurel Hill East. COST $17/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $15/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $12/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $8.50/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card Holders (can purchase up to 4 tickets) ** SOLD OUT  Free/Ages 5 and under ** Access Card + Valid Photo I.D. must be presented at check-in. Please note –

Sunday in the park - acoustic music in the vibrant lush community garden settingOlney Culture Lab is proud to bring back the performance series at Roots Garden in Fisher Park. This new series of outdoor performances held in the lush green space of the Roots Community Garden in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia was a breath of fresh air for attendees and performers alike.Opening the series for this season is Dija. She is a local, independent, intentional musician, poet, and sound healer who transmutes pain into power through the creation and expression of art in order to assist in the

Come birding with Bonnie!MONDAY, APRIL 22Bird Walk7:45 – 8:45 AMBonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensSearch for spring migratory birds, and explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife.Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Rain or shine.Free of charge

Raised beds and raised awareness!All ages are invited to help prepare the West Oak Lane Library garden for the 2024 growing season!E arly Spring is an ideal time to prepare the garden for a season of successful growing. In celebration of Earth Day demonstrate your support for the environment and help build a community garden! An event for all-ages! Volunteers will help rebuild the raised garden beds at the West Oak Lane Library by replacing the wood ones with high quality metal ones - a generous donation from Vego Garden. Also remove weeds, replenish soil nutrients, loosen the soil and

Families of all ages are invited to transform reusable resources into wild robots!This Earth Day celebration is taking place on April 22nd between 4:00pm-6:30pm. The last participants should aim to arrive no later than 5:45pm to ensure ample time for project completion.

Join us for an exciting book talk of "A Wild Promise" by Allen Crawford, followed by a free guided nature walk at Pennypack on the Delaware!Join us for a book talk of A Wild Promise with illustrator, Allen Crawford! After the event, Allen will guide us on a free nature walk through the woods at Pennypack on the Delaware.More about the book:In A Wild Promise, acclaimed artist Allen Crawford beautifully illustrates over eighty animals that embody the spirit, legacy, and commitment of the Endangered Species Act. In his trademark inventive style, Crawford’s full-color illustrations and illuminated text create a vibrant

Join us for a fun and crafty workshop where you'll learn how to crochet an adorable bunny - perfect for spring time!Crochet Intermediate: Making a BunnyCome join us at Pennypack Environmental Center for a fun and creative crochet workshop! In this intermediate-level class, you will learn how to crochet your very own adorable bunny using Mahum's pattern. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just looking to expand your skills, this workshop is perfect for everyone with a understanding of basic stiches. Pattern provided, hooks to borrow, bring a non wool yarn that you would like your bunny to be made

Join us as we welcome NYT bestselling author, Eddie S. Glaude Jr. for his latest book, "We Are The Leaders We Have Been Looking For"We are excited to welcome, Princeton University professor and New York Times bestselling author, Eddie S. Glaude Jr. to discuss her newest book, We Are The Leaders We Have Been Looking For.Eddie will be in conversation with author, activist and the owner of Uncle Bobbie's Marc Lamont Hill. Q&A to follow.All copies of We Are The Leaders available will be signed.You don't want to miss this!******About the Book:From the author of the New York Times bestseller Begin

Welcome to the Wagner - a National Historic Landmark natural history museum in Philadelphia!

Visiting Scholar Severin Borenstein delves into the costs driving up bills, equitable solutions, and the debate overburdening "energy hogs".This is a hybrid event. For those attending virtually, a Zoom link will be sent out the day of the event.Boxed lunches will be available to go following the talk!Rapidly rising electricity bills in a few states foreshadow the impact of climate change on utility customers everywhere. What costs are driving those bills and what are the options for covering them? Some alternatives focus on distributing these costs according to wealth or income, while others would allocate a greater share to the

Deliciously fun!  Create a beautiful combination planter of veggies and herbs in a pot at this hands-on class.Our expert gardeners will help you design and create your planter using a combination of veggies and herbs. Choose either a tomato or pepper and a selection of herbs. We'll also teach you how to care for it.After class, enjoy some exclusive after hours shopping in the greenhouse using your class coupon

Community Gatherings & Regional BreakoutsCommunity Gatherings serve as a place for our members (and our wider network) to connect with each other, learn about the state of the environment here in Pennsylvania, receive updates on our work, and meet in regional cohorts. Join us from 7PM-8:30PM. We will have an hour of programming followed by 30 minutes for regional breakouts moderated by PA IPL team members. For April’s gathering, we will watch a short film “Is Your Power Company Funding Climate Denial?” followed by a time for discussion. We will also provide updates on current campaigns and upcoming events.Attendance for

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

In this program we will tell community how Hilco has been in violation of environmental justice principles, and what that means for you.Philly Thrive organizes for Environmental and Social Justice since our start in 2015 organizing to shut down the PES oil refinery. Our organizing efforts won its closure in 2020. Since our beginning, we’ve been dedicated to community investment and health for residents of Grays Ferry, and in turn Philadelphia as a whole, not only in receiving the Right to Breathe, but the Right to Thrive! We do this by holding the developer who purchased the refinery land, Hilco,

Join us virtually for the opportunity to debrief and process the experience that was the 2024 US & Canada B Corp Champions Retreat.We invite all of the B Local Philly community to gather virtually to report out on our experiences from the event, and hear the experiences of others. We will discuss what the retreat meant for the Philadelphia Impact Ecosystem, what the retreat means for B Local Philly, and our takeaways as B Corp team members. If you were unable to attend the Champions Retreat, your input is also needed as we discuss the future of B Local Philly.

TIMBER CONECTIONS: 3-hour event to explore timber's role in sustainable construction with top experts. Join us for talks and networking!Timber Connections is a 3 hour event for anyone passionate about the future of timber in sustainable building.We will bring together experts of mass timber sector to share their knowledge and insights on latest trends and innovation. This event is a must-attend for professionals of the area!After the talks, attendees will have the opportunity to expand their professional networks while enjoying a selection of drinks and snacks.Connect, learn and be inspired!

Eat more delicious sweet potato and considering how "any task becomes sacred when we do it mindfully and with care."Chef Tonii is preparing more delicious sweet potatoes! We've had Sweet Potato Stew. Then there was the salad with sweet potato, pistachios, and mint inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine. Come see what's next!Inspired by Sisters of the Yam: Black Women and Self-Recovery by bell hooks. hooks encourages us to interrogate and transform every aspect of our lives in the pursuit of self-actualization and collective liberation.We will focus on Chapter 3, Work Makes Life Sweet, where we consider whether our work is

Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on Thursdays mornings for a variety of stewardship projects! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with you. Detailed

Dispose of your electronic waste sustainably during Earth WeekHelp us celebrate Earth Week by participating in an electronics recycling drive. This event is a collaboration between Haverford's Committee for Environmental Responsibility (CER), the Arboretum, and PAR-Recycleworks. Large appliances, light bulbs, and batteries will not be accepted. All data on devices is wiped and destroyed.This event will take place in the South Lot. The drive will then be open to the entire community from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. Most items are able to be recycled free of cost, but some items have a cost in order to ensure they are

In partnership with Kendra Brooks’ Office and the Philadelphia Revenue Project.The People's Budget Roundtable is a performance that mimics a budget hearing with residents, business owners, advocates, and city workers, speaking to issues that matter in the proposed budget. City departments and council will be invited to witness and engage as performers ask questions, propose line items, and reflect on the positive work the city has been doing. The Caucus room in City Hall will be transformed to represent the many community conversations that led up to the event, with printed tablecloths and backdrops.Caucus Room, City Hall, 1400 John F

Participants will learn fiber arts skills such as sewing, weaving, crocheting, knitting, and mendingParticipants will learn fiber arts skills such as sewing, weaving, crocheting, knitting, and mending throughout this workshop. These basic life skills can be applied to create functional items and wearables, as well as repairing existing garments and household items to extend their lives! We will have ongoing conversations about sustainability and the life cycles of different fiber materials, fast fashion vs slow fashion, and the impact of crafting and handwork on mental health. When registering, if it's within your means, please consider a donation when registering through

A provocative conversation and mixer with the creators and select guests of the podcast On Being Biracial held at Temple UniversityOn Being Biracial is a podcast hosted by journalists Daralyse Lyons and Malcolm Burnley exploring the complexities of biracial experiences and identities in the U.S. over the course of 10 episodes. Having interviewed guests in a range of fields and areas of expertise, Burnley and Lyons sought to amplify the depth and variety of biracial experiences while also identifying overlapping patterns.Now, Burnley and Lyons take these insightful conversations live for an in-person event to discuss themes in the podcast and

ADULT ONLY nature programs in the Wissahickon! Expect naturalist studies, awareness games, movement activities, and more! Designed for fun!

Join us as we convene BIPOC developers with building designers and contractors to discuss energy efficiency and sustainability in projects.Philadelphia's Black Development Community Goes GreenThe purpose of this event is twofold: firstly, to raise awareness within the energy efficiency and renewable energy industries, including architects, designers, engineers, financiers, brokers, and contractors, about the crucial support needed for BIPOC developers and other commercial real estate professionals in Philadelphia. By highlighting ongoing initiatives and the obstacles to overcome, our aim is to inspire action and foster new relationships between the groups. Secondly, we seek to educate BIPOC developers about energy efficiency and

Welcome to the Wagner - a National Historic Landmark natural history museum in Philadelphia!

Fridays at 10 am April 26 to May 31 We will meet at different locations in the Park and search for warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and otherMigration Madness Bird WalksDifferent Locations in Wissahickon ParkFridays at 10 am April 26 to May 31We will meet at different locations in the Park and search for warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and other birds during the peak of spring migration. Date and locationsApril 26- Harper’s Meadow, meet at Cedar’s HouseMay 3- Valley Green InnMay 10- Tree House, 300 W Northwestern AveMay 17- Houston Meadow, meet at Houston PlaygroundMay 24- Saul Agricultural Fields, meet at Scout House, Wigard

Join the Torresdale Free Library and Riverfront North for stories, songs, finger plays and more at Pleasant Hill Park!Join us for stories, songs, finger plays and a take home coloring page. Themes: April - "Pete the Cat."May - "Summer"Event will be canceled if there is a high likliehood of rain and participants that register will be notified via email. You can always check Riverfront North's social media channels for any cancelation postings.Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Celebrate Arbor Day with the Arboretum!The Arboretum has a longstanding tradition of planting trees on Arbor Day. First observed at Haverford on April 4, 1902, representatives of the Pennsylvania Forestry Association came out to the campus to celebrate the holiday. It became such a popular celebration that in the early 1900s a song was arranged by J. H. Redfield, Class of 1899, and published by Hums and Noble. Over the years, the Arboretum has planted hundreds of trees in honor of this special day.This year Aaron Greenberg will be our guest speaker. Aaron is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

Attendees will learn about Appalachian string quilting and how to incorporate and reuse scrap fabrics into their practice.Attendees will learn about Appalachian string quilting and how to incorporate and reuse scrap fabrics into their practice. Each attendee will be instructed on how to create a mini quilt comprised of four 8"x8" squares, batting, and backing. Appalachian String Quilting is a traditional approach to quilt making that makes use found materials and provides beginners with the necessary skills to go on and create their own quilts. The act of sewing and creating our own textiles is necessary to build self sufficiency

Spring at Jenkins is the perfect time to photograph blooms - join us for a two-day workshop!Peak Bloom Photography2-day Workshop:FRIDAY, APRIL 26 | 6:00 – 8:00 PMSATURDAY, APRIL 27 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerSpring at Jenkins is the perfect time to photograph blooms with azaleas, rhododendrons, and flowering trees galore! Award-winning photographer Laura Ducceschi will illustrate some of the challenges and solutions to creating impactful floral photographs, including equipment, camera settings, lighting, and composition.Friday evening’s indoor instruction will prepare you for photographing out in the gardens on Saturday morning. After spending time in the gardens,