Explore recent research on the pollination strategy and fly pollinator of pawpaw.THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21Flowers, Flies, and Fermentation: The Pollination Ecology of Pawpaw7:00 – 8:30 PMKate Goodrich, Ph.D., Professor of Biology, Widener UniversityThe pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a fascinating local tree that produces the largest native fruits in North America. Pawpaw was widely known and consumed by indigenous people and early colonists, but it is less well-known today. Biologist Kate Goodrich will share her recent research on the pollination strategy of this tree, and the fly species responsible for pollination—and fruit set—of pawpaw. She’ll also share some of the historical and

Join urban farm educator Ericka Stewart to learn more about urban farm marketing at a food hub to support healthy community food access.(Pre-registration required at least 24 hours in advance to participate in the event)Join urban farm educator Ericka Stewart to learn more about urban farm marketing at the Philly Foodworks food hub to support healthy community food access.

Lancaster Farmland Trust invites you to celebrate the harvest season in Lancaster County!Join us on a preserved farm to learn about the importance of agriculture in Lancaster County. Featuring fall festivities and fun for all ages:Learn more about farmland preservation and conservation with hands-on activitiesListen to live music by Matt WengerHop on a wagon tour of the farmGet cozy around the fire pit with friends and familyPick your own pumpkins and explore a 10-acre corn mazePlay complimentary yard games & more!Elizabeth Farm's kitchen and bar will be vending tasty treats, as well as local beer, wine, and fall-themed cocktails to

50th Anniversary celebration at the Weavers Way Chestnut Hill!Join members, staff and neighbors to celebrate the Coop's Golden anniversary. Have a drink and a delicious bite to eat with your friends from the Coop. We will also have yummy food generously donated by few businesses on the Ave.The Happy Hour is scheduled on 9/22 from 5-7pm.

Bring your own picnic basket and Pick Your Own Flowers from our flower fields & snuggle with our young goats.Bring your own picnic basket and everything you need for a perfect picnic. We have tables and chairs set up next to our horse pasture for you to use. You can enjoy our beautiful white horses while you enjoy your dinner. Flowers are a must for the perfect picnic. You can create your own bouquet to enjoy during dinner and take home afterwards. We have Sunflowers, Zinnias, Dahlias and Snapdragons.You will have the chance to snuggle with our young goats.You can

Join us for Brazilian musical masterpiece—that kicked off the int'l bossa nova craze—as part of cinéSPEAK Under the Stars at Clark Park 2023cinéSPEAK Under the Stars at Clark Park 2023 is produced thanks to generous on-going support from Independence Public Media Foundation. **This event will feature a Be Reel Black Cinema Club meet-up** —Since 2017, The Be Reel Black Cinema Club has been disrupting the myth that Black cinema is rare + inaccessible by supporting Black films and filmmakers, one monthly meet-up at a time. Follow @BeReelBlackCinemaClub **EVENT FLOW**COME EARLY! SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES. Food trucks, community partners and vendors will

Come celebrate with DVAA for our first ever Collective Market, a space for care, craft, and community!Come celebrate with DVAA for our first ever Collective Market, a space for care, craft, and community! Not only will the market be a chance for local businesses and artists to share and sell their work, the Collective Market will provide shared resources to ensure our collective well being. Narcan and first-aid training will be on site and we’ll also have free food and music to nurture both our bodies and our souls! We’re exchanging skills, knowledge, and art for the betterment of our

Get ready for a buzzing night out at the Lancaster Ave Night Market (Pop-Up Shop Edition) on September 22, 2023, SHOP TIL YOU DROP Lancaster Ave Night Market Pop-Up Shop EventThe Lancaster Ave Night Market Pop-Up Shop Event is a vibrant and engaging community gathering that brings together local businesses and entrepreneurs to showcase their products and services. Hosted at four different venues along Lancaster Ave, including SKS Event, Plush Events Venue, Kanvas, and Foundation Events, this event promises a unique shopping experience for attendees.Date: Friday, September 22ndTime: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PMLocation: Lancaster Ave (Between 3800-4300), Philadelphia4 LOCATIONS -The

What could be better than enjoying a glass (or two) with your furry best friend by your side? We're celebrating our beloved companions all weekend long with local vendors, live music, and specials! Come camera ready for a weekend full of treats including a photographer, charcuterie for you and barkcuterie for your pup from Whattaboard, local pet boutique, and pup cups from Ritas! We're keeping your glass full with Puppy Wine Flights and Packs and Puppy Wine Packs ($55 for all 3 bottles) with 10% of purchases going back to Dachshund Rescue of Bucks County & NJ! Things To Know

Join Bob Thomas, Chair of the Philadelphia Historical Commission for a walk along Darby Creek and through the Heinz Refuge.By Train to the 1654 Morton Homestead and the John Heinz National Wildlife RefugeDid you know you can reach both ends of the Heinz Wildlife Refuge by train? Join Bob Thomas, Chair of the Philadelphia Historical Commission, on a walk to the 1654 Morton Homestead along Darby Creek and through the adjacent wildlife refuge. Our tour begins with coffee and snacks at 30th Street Station, then a train ride to Prospect Park where we begin our walk past several fascinating and

Mothers, gather your family and meet us beneath the trees for our 3rd Annual family wellness retreat.Black Girls With Green Thumbs calls mothers from across the Philadelphia region to gather together to release and unwind. On Sunday, September 23rd we invite you and your children to immerse yourself in nature for the 3rd Annual They Didn't Know We Were Seeds: Family Wellness Retreat. At the retreat you and your family will: be free to let go nurture curiositybreak through loneliness Together with other women and their children, you will enjoy a beautiful day of restoration and exploration in the woodlands

Learn about the public art and historic properties in Rittenhouse Square, then see the original documents at the Historical Society of PA.Rittenhouse Square, established in William Penn’s original plan for the city but developed 200 years later in the 19th century, has long been a gathering place for city dwellers of all ages and interests. Featuring public art sculptures set amid designed spaces by architect Paul Cret, the paths and grassy areas attract artists, photographers, families and vendors. Join education staff from the Association for Public Art and the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to learn about the early development of

We're celebrating the opening of a new trail segment with an all ages 4-mile bike ride out and back along the K&T TrailBring your bike and join Riverfront North, Philadelphia Police 15th District, Bicycle Coalition and Rep. Joe Hohenstein for an all-ages community bike ride along the K&T Trail to celebrate the recent opening of a key segment. This will be a 4 mile out and back ride that will start and end at the Frankford Boat Launch. After the ride, light refreshments will be served as you take in the beautiful riverfront views.

Enjoy a walk around the meadow and take photos of bees, hummingbirds, flies, and other insects that you see pollinating late summer flowers.To draw attention to the importance of pollinators and native plants, the National Recreation and Parks Association has created a BioBlitz for the month of September. This BioBlitz is a time to record as many sightings of pollinator species and the plants they visit as possible. If you are competitive, our Park can compete with other parks!Enjoy a walk around the meadow and take photos of bees, hummingbirds, flies, and other insects that you see pollinating late summer

Create botanical art in guided steps with Margaret Saylor.SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 From Drawing to Painting: Botanical Art as a Process 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator Create botanical art in guided steps with Margaret Saylor. Capture a botanical subject in a simple line drawing; then transfer it to watercolor paper and create a painting. Learn how to correct a drawing and select watercolors to build a palette, and explore painting techniques that suit your style and subject. All levels welcome; some drawing experience helpful but not necessary. A recommended materials list is available for review

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!

Yoga themed story time while learning poses and participating in activities inspired by World Peace Day.Join us for story time and activities inspired by World Peace Day. We will be practicing poses, singing, and playing games to celebrate the day. Everyone will be encouraged to pose along with our songs and stories, so don't forget to bring your own yoga mat or towel.

New Ridge Brewing Co. is hosting Roxborough's first beer fest this fall! 20+ Local breweries! Live music! Pig roast from Green Meadow Farm!Join New Ridge Brewing Co. for an afternoon of beers & cheers at TAPS UNDER THE TOWERS, on Saturday, September 23, 2023! We will be announcing the list of 20+ breweries soon! Every ticket comes with a 5oz tasting glass for UNLIMITED pours from 1-5pm! **Portion of proceeds will benefit Friends of the Wissahickon! We love our neighborhood, and this organization conserves, improves, and promotes wellbeing for over 1,800 acres of Wissahickon Valley Park. We've all spent quality

Learn about honey bees up close in this open hive talkHave you been curious about the colorful boxes around the perimeter of Stenton? They are the home of our bee colony that makes quite delicious honey! Learn all about honeybees, urban beekeeping, and the benefits of local honey with Stenton’s Caretaker and Beekeeper Jeff Eckel.

Nature’s vivid palette is in the autumn transition at Andalusia! Toast the occasion with Horticulturist Kristin Biddle on a guided tour of the formal gardens along the banks of the scenic Delaware River for the final Champagne Garden Tour of the 2023 season. The tour begins on the grand porch of the Historic House with a glass of champagne and light refreshments. Upon conclusion, guests are invited to relax or stroll the lush acreage at Andalusia.

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

Join our Spa Essentials DIY Workshop, where you'll learn the art of crafting luxurious bath salts, bath scrubs, and ambiance-setting candlesJoin our Spa Essentials DIY Workshop, where you'll learn the art of crafting luxurious bath salts, bath scrubs, and ambiance-setting candles for your home.In our workshop, we use a blend of salts, dried flowers and greens, and essential oils to create personalized spa products. These ingredients offer relaxation, visual appeal, and delightful scents for your bath salts, scrubs, and candles.At the end of the Spa Essentials DIY Workshop, you'll have a collection of handcrafted bath salts, scrubs, and candles. These

Join us for a morning of field work on the farm! Get your hands in the dirt & help with planting, weeding, mulching, harvesting, and/or moreYou will be working with Akiva (he/him), the Farm Manager at Henry Got Crops, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-op members completing working member shifts, and other volunteers. Field work generally involves kneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to the elements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs, mud, etc. We encourage taking breaks, drinking lots of water, and doing only what feels right for

Join us at Triple Bottom Brewery for yoga hosted by Tula yoga and a pint after, because it's all about balance!Join us for an all levels yoga class in our tap room and enjoy a complimentary beer or mocktail after. Bring your own mat, class from 11-12, please arrive 10-15 minutes prior for check in.$25 per Class or $60 for Three of the Summer Series Package - 4/16, 5/7, 6/11, 7/16, 8/20 & 9/17.

Participate in a hands on workshop processing our flax crop from retted straw into golden spinnable fiber destined to become fine linenMake and take home a braided flax fiber piece and learn all about flax in Pennsylvania.This hands on workshop is a great chance to learn about how flax becomes linen from seed to cloth. Meet the founders of Pa Flax Project, ask all the questions, enjoy an autumn afternoon at the farm and share light snacks. Great for all ages.

Connect with a cosmic collection of all-natural gemstones that encourage release, relaxation, and so much more!SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24Gemstone Bracelets for Release & Relaxation1:00 – 2:30 PMJessica O’Connell, Owner, Beads of a FeatherWith the changing of seasons, we are reminded of the importance of transition and the restoration that can be found in all phases. Together we will take time to soak into the present, aiding to release what is no longer needed in order to grow and move forward. After brief education and guided meditation, connect with a cosmic collection of all-natural gemstones that encourage release, relaxation, and so much

Support local artists and enjoy a day of live music, food, and floral crowns.Join us for a day of celebrating local Philadelphia artists. Learn more about what our 2022 Artists in Residence have been up to. Chat with our visual artist, Sarah Peoples as she leads groups through her interactive outdoor art pieces. Our teaching artists Marvin Hickman and Marcellus Armstrong are bringing back their famous floral crowns for a drop-in workshop. Watch highlights of Gnome Core created by our performance artist, Alex Tatarsky. Shop wares of local artists and don’t miss live music by folk rock band, Stella Ruze.

Join us for a hands-on Lavender Workshop where will make five products that you can take home. This class will soothe your soul.We grow our own organic lavender on the farm, harvest it, then you make and take products with it to take home! Snuggle the cutest and sweetest baby goats before and after the workshop. You will make an organic perfume roller, car diffuser, room or linen spray and summertime luminary candle all with the organic lavender you picked! This class will soothe your soul.

Join us for the first-ever Spanish-language film series in the park!SCHEDULE: 9/24: Maya and the Three 6–8 PM: Mercado – food trucks/vendors at the boathouse lawn 7 PM: Movie starts on the main lawn 10/8: Vivo 11 AM–7 PM: Mercado de Latinas – food and craft vendors at the boathouse (inside/front lawn) 6:30 PM: Movie starts on the main lawn 10/15: Coco 11 AM–7 PM: Mercado de Latinas – food and craft vendors at the boathouse (inside/front lawn) 6:30 PM: Movie starts on the main lawn HORARIO: 24 de septiembre: Maya y los Tres 6–8 PM: Mercado – camiones de

Learn how to ride safely in a city!Learn how to ride safely in a city! Led by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, Indego, the Better Bike Share Partnership and The City of Philadelphia, this workshop will cover:• Bike laws and rules of the road • Bicycling etiquette • How to use Indego • Riding in traffic safely • Proper helmet usage • Choosing a route Enter the Parkway Central Library through the Wood Street Entrance. The event will be held in the Heim Center, Room 131/132.

hands-on creative event, in which the participants will craft a floral arrangements using pumpkins as unique and seasonal containersThe Pumpkin Floral Arrangement is a hands-on and creative event, in which the participants will craft a floral arrangements using pumpkins as unique and seasonal containers. You will pick fresh flowers from our own flower garden.We are providing all necessary materials for you to create a personalized fall-themed floral pumpkin arrangements.Join us for a cozy and comforting fall activities and enjoy this beautiful season.*** Photography: Robert Ban: https://unsplash.com/de/@rgb26

Join writer Drew Philp and artist John Jarboe for a conversation about the role of individuals in community preservation and revitalization.Presented in partnership with MGA Partners, an award-winning, women-owned architectural firm located near Carpenters' Hall, "Arriving, Staying, Leaving: the Idea of Home" will feature two nationally acclaimed figures, writer Drew Philp and performer and artist John Jarboe. Together they will explore the themes of "arriving," staying," and "leaving" a place as personal decisions that collectively affect a place's history and trajectory. Drew Philp is the author of A $500 House in Detroit: Rebuilding an Abandoned Home and an American City.

Celebrate Center City’s newest public space and its signature mural, Cradle, by Lisbon-based artist Diogo Machado.Help celebrate Center City’s newest public space and its signature mural, Cradle, by Lisbon-based artist Diogo Machado! Cradle is an awe-inspiring artwork that embodies the essence of Philadelphia’s unique character. The mural, made of imported ceramic tilework, features playful references to Philadelphia’s storied history as a city of many firsts, while drawing on centuries of tile-making tradition from the artist’s native country, Portugal, as re-inspired by the nearby Moravian Pottery and Tile Works. Mural Arts and East Market for a happy hour event dedicated to

Join an Aquamation Tour followed by a cozy conversation at Laurel Hill - an engaging networking event you don't want to miss!Aquamation & Conversation at Laurel HillJoin us for an evening of networking and learning as Green Philly embarks on a remarkable journey to the Aquamation Center at Laurel Hill West. The Tour will be followed by conversation and wine and cheese.Aquamation, also known as Alkaline Hydrolysis, is a gentle, eco-friendly, and water-based (flameless) process. Laurel Hill's Aquamation Center uses a combination of water flow, temperature, and alkalinity to accelerate nature’s process. It releases no greenhouse gases and has only

Join YPE Philly for a networking happy hour and panel discussion on the challenges, innovations, and policies shaping Philadelphia's GridJoin YPE Philly for a discussion on the future of Philadelphia’s transforming electrical grid. We will explore the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to a clean energy future, and discuss how Philadelphia can lead the way. The panelists will cover the benefits of electrifying the utility grid, the obstacles that lie ahead, and the policy of how Philadelphia is making electrification a reality.Panelist Lineup:1) Dave Smith, Director of Energy Services | Burns Engineering2) Anne Tyska, Sustainability Manager | SEPTA3) Dom McGraw,

As fall comes rolling in, it's important to check in with yourself! We are inviting young adults (ages 18-30) to join us for a peaceful hikeAs fall comes rolling in, it's important to check in with yourself! We are inviting young adults (ages 18-30) to join us for a peaceful hike on the trails and a meditation session with a discussion about tips & tricks on handling stress and anxiety. Note: this is not a therapy session, and we are NOT licensed physicians. FREE.Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are

Learn how to maintain and restore wooden windows at our hands-on workshop with the Fairmount Park Conservancy building conservation teamSenior staff from the building conservation team at the Fairmount Park Conservancy will share best practices for restoring and maintaining traditional wood windows. Anatomy of old window components, weatherization, product recommendations, lead paint capture, and how-to demonstrations will be shared from the viewpoint of preservation trades professionals. This workshop is meant to add clarity to common wood window issues and the process and materials needed for each type of repair.

In Their Own Words: Letters from the Valley Forge Encampment Continental Army soldiers wrote lots of letters during the long winter in Valley Forge in 1777-78. Many of those letters survive, and they tell a valuable story about love, hardship and perseverance during a time of war. Come hear scholar and author Nancy Loane talk about that and more at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 26, at Historic Waynesborough in Paoli. A former ranger at Valley Forge National Historical Park and the author of Following the Drum: Women at the Valley Forge Encampment, Loane will highlight some of the fascinating and

A discussion with experts on the possibility of the de-escalation of nuclear threats amid growing geopolitical tensions.The Doomsday Clock, a measure of how close humanity is to destroying itself, implies that we are closer to apocalypse than ever before. Russian nuclear threats continue in Ukraine, with a nuclear power plant trapped in the war zone. The suspension of New START and growing civilian stockpiles of plutonium are additional stressors. Meanwhile, great powers continue to expand and modernize their nuclear arsenals, further raising the stakes. The impacts of a nuclear accident, meltdown, or attack will reverberate around the world, undermining our

Children ages 7-12 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.Just for the older kiddos, ages 7-12, this session will provide an opportunity to explore a variety of art materials, to create their own self-portraits on canvas, using different techniques & mediums! Take a break from the usual back to school & sports routines, and join me for lots of experimenting, and loads of creative self-expression & discovery! Bring 1 black and white photo of yourself to the session & paint/draw/collage yourself into a world of your own design, real or

Przemek Walczak will lead a walk that studies native herbaceous and woody plants: their identification, habit, and culture.Approach gardening with a focus on adding ecological value and beauty to your landscape. Chanticleer Horticulturist Przemek Walczak will lead a walk that studies native herbaceous and woody plants: their identification, habit, and culture. Przemek will give insight on how to incorporate native plants into a designed area and will discuss plant selection and placement. Instructor BioPrzemek Walczak has been a Chanticleer Horticulturist since 1996. Over the course of 20 years, he has developed a native woodland garden along Bell’s Run Creek. The garden

Get ahead of this cold and flu season! Learn from Pam Gilly natural ways to boost your immune system!Get ahead of cold season using homeopathy! Classical homeopath, Pam Gilly will once again give consumers some “Go To” tips to head off the sniffles and teach people how to choose which homeopathic remedies to try to help the body help itself through the flu and achoos! Homeopathy, a wellness modality that assists the body’s own ability of self-healing, is a great holistic choice to try along with natural health strengthening supplements like vitamin c, d3, elderberry and zinc. Ms. Gilly’s talk

Archives offer endless inspiration for artists’ work. Hear from two who have collaborated on a new print based in HSP’s collection.Artist Mel Edwards has drawn inspiration from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania’s collections. In collaboration with Raven Fine Art Editions, Edwards has created Vision and Purpose I, II, III, and IV, a serigraph art print. In creating the work, Edwards made use of HSP’s collections related to Father Divine (1877-1965), a religious leader and founder of the International Peace Mission. Join us as Raven founder and artist Curlee R. Holton discusses the project with Edwards, sharing insights on how contemporary

Please join Circular Philadelphia, Affexco Global and Vicinity Energy for a seminar on change management and tour of Vicinity's facility.Circular Philadelphia has established an exciting partnership with AFFEXCO Global—an international team of coaches that work with start-ups, small and midsize enterprises, and larger businesses worldwide to become stronger and more attractive for investors while supporting them towards more sustainable performance.Join us on Thursday, September 28, 2023, for a seminar on change management for growing organizations led by AFFEXCO coaches Alan Scholnick and Steve Stave and hosted by Vicinity Energy at their Philadelphia facility. Attendees will learn:What makes a leader.The difference

Meet us in the greenhouse, every Thursday starting 9/28 through 11/9. Dig in any time between 1-3 PM at this “Just Show Up” volunteer day.Meet us in the greenhouse, every Thursday from September 28 through November 9. Trellis for Tomorrow hosts a “Just Show Up” volunteer day between 1 PM and 3 PM for farm and greenhouse activities. You can show up whenever you’re able, and stay for however long you would like. Our team will be ready to welcome you. Good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! No experience necessary. Trellis for Tomorrow will provide guidance and tools. Grab gloves

A discussion on the goals of the Treaty to Ban Nuclear Weapons, and if it is possible to eradicate nuclear weapons from our world.Can countries around the globe band together to ban nuclear weapons? That is the goal of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, an international treaty that outlaws nuclear armaments. Since its entry into force in 2021, 65 states have ratified the agreement, and it has become a touchpoint around which countries without nuclear arsenals are working to drive new norms. No nuclear powers have agreed to sign onto the treaty and destroy their nuclear arsenals

Kickoff Social EventAre you excited about the relaunch of Net Impact Philadelphia? Are you passionate about sustainability and supporting environmental causes, or interested in connecting with like-minded professionals looking to make a positive impact in the world? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then we encourage you to join us for our first social gathering on September 28th at Cira Green from 6 pm to 7:30 pm! This is the kick off of our return. Interested in becoming a member? Chat with a Board member at the event! All are welcome. Cira Green is located at 129

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

Join us for a hands-on session with Justin Keller and dive into the world of Monotype Printmaking, where creativity meets ink and paper!Monotype Printmaking with Justin KellerJoin us for an exciting hands-on workshop on monotype printmaking with the talented artist, Justin Keller! This in-person event will be held at the Christy Rec Center. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop is perfect for anyone interested in exploring the world of printmaking.During the workshop, Justin will guide you through the fascinating process of creating unique monotype prints. Experiment with found materials to bring your creative ideas to life!Don't

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

Our studio sessions are informal sessions where you can learn and share new skills used to transform flax into linen, design and constructJoin us every other Friday to make our our "Square Yard Quilt". This inclusive art and education project is open to all. Our studio sessions are informal sessions where you can learn and share new skills used to transform flax into linen, design and construct a large textile made of many parts to tell a story.Together we'll envision and create the pieces of our "square yard quilt". An abstract art quilt made up of flax grown here and

Samantha Newstory will lead the way with a workshop and garden stroll. With their stunning yellow flowers, goldenrods are one of the hallmark plants of autumn. But they do more than delight the eye. From bees and wasps to caterpillars and butterflies, goldenrods support hundreds of insects and deserve a place in your garden. Join us to learn how goldenrod can add beauty and biodiversity to any landscape!This class will feature both a workshop and a walk-around to visit some goldenrod on campus. Please dress for the weather for the outdoor portion. Parking can be found in our visitor parking

Bring your own picnic basket and Pick Your Own Flowers from our flower fields & snuggle with our young goats.Bring your own picnic basket and everything you need for a perfect picnic. We have tables and chairs set up next to our horse pasture for you to use. You can enjoy our beautiful white horses while you enjoy your dinner. Flowers are a must for the perfect picnic. You can create your own bouquet to enjoy during dinner and take home afterwards. We have Sunflowers, Zinnias, Dahlias and Snapdragons.You will have the chance to snuggle with our young goats.You can

The Garden Godfather Presents The Tree House Community Book Fair A carnival Themed Book Fair to provide Access to LiteracyThe Garden Godfather Presents The Tree House Community Book Fair A carnival Themed Book Fair to provide Access to Literacy & to Protect every Childs Right to Read The mission of the Tree House Community Book Fair is to make learning enjoyable and accessible. Come enjoy outdoor as we transform classic carnival games into literacy enrichment games. Your child will dive head first into learning with out even giving it a second thought there will be hundreds of prizes, free concessions,

Join your neighbors and community members to swap plants, pots and garden materials at the Rail Park for our September Final Friday!This is a rescheduled event. The July 28 Final Friday has been rescheduled to September 29.Join Friends of the Rail Park for a plant swap and evening social for our September Final Friday! Whether you're a seasoned plant lover or new to the world of plant care, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow plant enthusiasts in our community. Feel free to bring your own cuttings, potted plants, seeds, pots, soil, tools, and other materials for

Earth Day is Every Day at Get Fresh Daily! Join us for a fun, fall movie night in our garden, in community. All are welcome!Join Get Fresh Daily & cinéSPEAK as we celebrate Earth Day, Everyday with an AfroFuturist family movie night in our lush Freedom Greens + Gardens — featuring Black Panther (2018).WHERE TO FIND US:Freedom Greens + Gardens: 52nd and Pine Streets, Phila. PA 19143, directly across fromMalcolm X Park.WHAT TO EXPECT:7-10PM @ Freedom Greens + Gardens:Doors Open at 6:30pmOpen Garden, Curated Playlists & a Plant-Centered Concession Stand (Pay-As-You-Go)Blankets, Pillows and & Chairs Available for the 1st 50

The Upper Roxborough Reservoir has a little bit of everything: woods, meadows, wetlands, and open water.The Upper Roxborough Reservoir is a Philadelphia Parks and Recreation facility. The mostly drained reservoir has a little bit of everything: woods, meadows, wetlands, and open water. We can observe canopy-feeding birds at eye level in the trees growing on the steep slope of the old reservoir. The reservoir's north rim is a great vantage point for scanning the open sky for migrating raptors.

Join us for the sweet potato harvest as well as other field tasks such as planting, weeding, and mulchingTHIS WORK SHIFT IS FOR NON-MEMBERS ONLY! IF YOU ARE A MEMBER, PLEASE REGISTER FOR YOUR SHIFT THROUGH THE MEMBER PORTAL. What to expect: You will be working with Alessandro (he/him), who goes by Ali, and Nicole(she/they), the farmers at Awbury, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-opmembers completing working member shifts, and other volunteers. Field work generally involveskneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to theelements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs,

Come be a nature detective and notice the natural world around us!SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30Learn Your Plants! (Ages 5+)10:00 – 11:00 AMOlivia Kirkpatrick, Landscape Designer, GreenWeaver LandscapesHave you ever wondered what types of plants grow in your backyard or at Jenkins? Come be a nature detective and notice similarities, differences, shapes, and colors in the natural world around us. Learn tips and tricks to identify common native plants. Bring your curiosity and observation skills!Suitable for ages 5 and up. Classes will take place outdoors. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required for children only. Members: $10/class | Non-Members: $15/class

Learn how to tell when seed is viable, mature, and ready to be collected.SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Seed Saving Workshop 10:00 – 11:30 AM Helen Standen, Nursery & Greenhouse Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Have you always wanted to save seeds from your own garden, but you’re not sure where to start? Join us to learn how to tell when seed is viable, mature, and ready to be collected. With an indoor presentation followed by hands-on practice, put your new knowledge to the test by cleaning a variety of seeds and preparing them for storage. Techniques taught will focus mainly on

Join us for a Revival Walk through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney where we will honor the sun and nature.The Revival Walks bring healing, solace and joy to participants, as facilitators lift up Afro-centric practices in order to rebalance our relationship to the natural world. Join us once a month on a Saturday (except August) for a journey through Tacony Creek Park in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia where we will honor the sun, wind, trees, birds and nature. Mama Carla will share stories illuminating our place in community with one another and with our natural environment. Additional artists

Join us for an awesome family workshop where we'll create tactile maps of our favorite places.Felt Nature Maps with Jihan ThomasJoin us for an exciting event where you can explore your creativity and connect with nature! Cobbs Creek Art Club for kids presents: Felt Nature Maps with Jihan Thomas. You'll have the opportunity to learn the art of creating beautiful nature-inspired maps using felt materials. This in-person event will be held at the Christy Rec Center.During this hands-on workshop, Jihan Thomas, a renowned artist and nature enthusiast, will guide you through the process of making your very own felt nature

Local crafts, artwork, great food, kids games, a dunking tank and Bucks area non-profits. For families, kids, seniors!The 23rd annual Peace Fair features local crafts, artwork, traditional and vegetarian food, kids games, a dunking tank and Bucks area non-profits whose focus is peace, community service, healthy living and the environment. Browse the gently-used book sale and listen to entertainers bluegrass band Tookany Creek, singer/songwriter Mindy Murray, Latin band Eco Del Sur, kids’ songster Ecoman, and others. Hear Bucks area poets at the Poetry Reading (open mike at the end) and tour the 250 year old Quaker Meetinghouse, a National Landmark.