Volunteer – Fall Gardening
Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United StatesBlossom with the season.
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Join us for 5 weeks of outdoor fun!TUESDAYS, 5-WEEK SERIESJenkins Juniors (Ages 2–4)10/17 – 11/ 14 | 10:00 – 11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensLet’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this fall! Each class will include a story, scenic strolls, and a creative craft. Our activities will encourage children to embrace their sense of wonder, and adults to rekindle theirs. Each week will have a different theme so join us for one or both series!Suitable for ages 2–4. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult. Rain or shine, indoor space
Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Join us for our last 2023 Municipal Task Force Meeting! Topics: The PA Funding Navigator Program The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection will provide updates on the 2024 MS4 program and Site Inspection Update on the West Chester Stormwater fee Grant $$$ opportunities We’ll have plenty of time to hear your stormwater needs and ideas! Please share this invitation with Commissioners, staff, committee members, volunteers, and property owners. When: Tuesday, October 17 from 12pm to 1:30pm on Zoom. Register here. Questions? Call Julie@ttfwatershed.org.
This staff led afterschool program, guides children (ages 6-12) on adventures in Pennypack Park. October 10, 17, 24.Youth will be immersed in a different natural science topic each class utilizing multiple learning tools including hands-on. This staff led afterschool program, guides children on adventures in Pennypack Park. We will meet at the Pennypack Environmental Center, then enjoy new adventures each week. Three Tuesdays in October.October 10: Apple Pressing + AdventuresOctober 17: PawPaws & Pumpkins + AdventuresOctober 24: Campfire + Adventures Children ages 6-12. This is a drop off only program.$5 per child per day Parking is available at the center
Kids are welcome to create their very own Halloween mask!Halloween time is the perfect time to have some super creative fun with Mask Making! Come out to the Play Space and use all kinds of colorful art materials and loads of imagination to design your very own mask! And as usual, we’ll make time to play, play, play!This activity is perfect for kids ages 4 and up!
Taught by Margaret Saylor, Artist; Member, American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA) and the Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators The wonderful natural elements that make up our autumn outdoor world are perfect botanical subjects! We’ll draw or paint new family of specimens each week. You’ll create a sketchbook page based on the week’s topic. Not only will we learn about that week’s botanical theme, but we’ll see how these subjects fit into the broader realm of contemporary botanical art. Themes will include: flowers, fungi, moss, lichens, leaves, seed pods, gourds, and fir trees. Margaret Saylor is the editor/designer of ASBA’s
Sewing intrigues you but you don’t know where to start… Come learn about the basics of sewing in an inspiring and friendly atmosphere.If only you could hem your own pants, mend your torn clothes, and reattach that button that fell off! This upcycling trend seems cool and you want to hop on board, but where do you even start? Thanks to the Reagan administration gutting home economics programs in favor of STEM to compete with Russia during the Cold War, most Millenials and Gen Zer’s never learned how to sew in school.In this 2-hour class, professional tailor and fashion designer
Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome Jessie Reyez for a special live reading of her new book of poetry, "Words of a Goat Princess"We are so excited to welcome Grammy-nominated artist, Jessie Reyez for a special, live reading of her new book of poetry, Words of a Goat Princess.This will be an amazing opportunity to hear the words and the thoughts and motivations behind them. A Q&A will follow so make sure you have your questions ready for Jessie.All tickets will come with a signed copy of Words of a Goat Princess.You don't want to miss this!-----About the author: Jessie
Join us for a morning of field work which could include harvesting, weeding, planting, mulching, seeding, and more!THIS 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 involves kneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to theelements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs,
Reconnect with nature in this exceptional behind-the-scenes trek through the natural areas with Ellen Lake, Mt. Cuba’s director of conservation and research, and Joe Sebastiani, manager at Ashland Nature Center. Along the way, scout for birds, explore old-field meadows and woodland habitats, and learn about several natural lands projects and research experiments. Dress for the weather, bring binoculars, a water bottle, and lunch. Be prepared for a four-mile hike through hilly terrain. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 (Rain Date: Wednesday, October 25). About the Instructor: Ellen Lake, PhD,
Join Bennett Compost to clean Tacony Creek Park and park gateways every Wednesday. Let’s support this local business in improving our environment and neighborhood! Location: Meet at Bennett Compost: 5650 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 Time: 11am All tools and supplies will be provided. No registration required. Questions? Contact Alex Rosario at Alex@ttfwatershed.org or 215-744-1853.
Noontime bird walks.Enjoy an expert guided bird walk during fall migration. If it's raining we will watch the feeders from inside and talk about birds!
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 6 – NOVEMBER 15Fall Wednesday Walkabouts1:00 – 2:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this fall for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, fall foliage, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Join TTF from 3-5pm at the River Alive Learning Trail for FREE information and materials: Seek and Find maps, coloring pages, reusable bags, and water bottles. Learn about the Learning Trail’s 2023 FREE summer programs! Seek & Find, free tickets to the Independence Seaport Museum, and free field trips to Independence Seaport Museum one Sunday each month. Next trips are October 22 and December 17. Register here. Questions? Contact ralt@ttfwatershed.org.
Reflecting the range of culinary traditions, foods, and flavors of Latin America that are richly flavorful, affordable, and easy-to-prepare.A Taste of Latin American Heritage features recipes that blend the food traditions of four cultures: the indigenous people (Aztecs, Incas, Mayans, and other Native Americans), continental Africans, the Spanish, and the Portuguese.Join us at South Philadelphia Library for a bite of delicious vegetarian food inspired by the culinary traditions of Latin America's people. Check out the menu!Cannellini Bean and Pumpkin Seed Salad, Boniatillo (Sweet Potato Pudding) on 10/3Wild Veggie Tostadas, Panama’s Tropical Bounty Smoothie on 10/17Menestra de Lentejas (Ecuadorian Lentil Stew),
A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making.A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making. With each panel, we’ll learn how the artists took on this new challenge, what they choose to create, and why painting in the public space is important to them and valuable to our communities.Painting The Party–Artist PanelWHEN: 10/4, 5-8pm HOSTS: Conrad Benner and Darnell SchoolfieldPANELISTS: Tykira Mitchell, Tai Corrienté Baucom, Keshida Layone, Corinne Dodenhoff, Nasir Young, and Rushawn Videl-Gevonte StanleyPANELISTS BIOS:Tykira MitchellMeet Tykira, a portrait painter based in Philadelphia
Amber Art & Design shares their recipe for collaboration and approach to community engagement in Philadelphia and beyond.Join Amber Art and Design and Mural Arts Philadelphia for a workshop and guided tour of "Common Space / Espacio Común 10 years of practice with Amber Art & Design", an exhibition celebrating 10 years of collaboration and community engagement. We will share how we started, what's kept us going and welcome any questions or ideas for the future.About the exhibit:Amber Art & Design, known for producing murals, public art installations, community engagement processes, educational programming, and arts and culture consultancies in Philadelphia
The essential relationships between democracy, voting, and climate change solutionsJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on October 18 at 7:00pm for a discussion about the essential relationships between democracy, voting, and climate change solutions. Voting for positions at all levels strengthens democracy and has the potential to implement strong climate friendly policies. The reverse is also true, when people fail to vote, democracy can be threatened and harmful policies or no policies can be enforced.Speaker: Maegan Ramirez, Climate Justice Outreach Coordinator at the Union of Concerned Scientists
Join SEI for a “look behind the curtain” as we explore the true impacts of Renewables, CHP and EV Charging projects on your utility bill.Regardless of if you have alternative energy in mind right now, you can learn more about your utility bill and how everyone will be charged for electricity and utilities in the future. Who should attend:Facilities Managers, Building Owners, CFOs, Energy Professionals, Sustainability Managers Procurement Professionals, Project & Property Developers, Municipal Developers, Job Seekers. Event Agenda: 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. - Check-in, networking and light breakfast.8:30 to 10:00 a.m. - Program followed by Q & A moderated
The challenges of climate change and resource shortages require innovative approaches to advance resiliency and mitigation in WaSH (water, sanitation, and hygiene). This 1-day conference will address the urgent need for new technologies and new data analytics in water management throughout the world in order to adapt to the future realities of more extreme weather patterns and events, sea-level rising, glacier melting and drought. Innovative thinking is needed. Successful implementation of new and modern (water) management tools will be highlighted; innovative approaches for community involvement and commercial buy-in will be debated; and practical solutions as brokered by governing bodies, market
Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and ResilienceGlobal Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference: Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and ResilienceThe challenges of climate change and resource shortages require innovative approaches to advance resiliency and mitigation in WaSH (water, sanitation, and hygiene). Co-hosted by Science History Institute This 1-day conference will address the urgent need for new technologies and new data analytics in water management throughout the world in order to adapt to the future realities of more extreme weather patterns and events, sea-level rising, glacier melting and drought. Innovative thinking is needed. Successful
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Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Extending gratitude to our own selves Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no prior registration and welcomes participants of all abilities! Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. We’ll have extra water and a limited supply of mats on hand as well. While the class begins at 3:15, participants are encouraged to gather and ground themselves in the space from 3-3:15pm. Classes will move to the
Join barefoot bella of journeying barefoot for a six-week sound healing, nature meditation, and reflection series. We will gather weekly on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm. Please bring a towel, blanket, or mat to sit on as well as a journal/notebook for reflections. We’ll have extra yoga mats and journals to share too. These events will take place either out in the Garden or indoors, depending on the weather. We’ll meet at the Welcome Center before heading to the day’s location. All events will be rain or shine. “at journeying barefoot we commune together with Black, Native, and Indigenous women and
A discussion with BENJAMIN SOVACOOL (Boston University), moderated by SANYA CARLEY (Penn Kleinman Center for Energy Policy).Hybrid Event: In-person and online. Zoom link sent to registered attendees.CLEAN AND RENEWABLE ENERGY, like that from dirty sources, requires significant technological infrastructure, with potentially deep impacts on the wellbeing of surrounding communities and ecosystems. In this conversation, leading energy justice thinker BENJAMIN SOVACOOL (Boston University) grapples with the economics, politics, and environmental tradeoffs of energy production. He considers how and why any energy transition must account for social and multispecies justice. How can we conceptualize energy justice? What does it look like on
Join WHYY, N.I.C.E. partner FunTimes Magazine, and Africom for a community screening and talk about PBS' newest documentary.The new PBS documentary We Hold These Truths explores the influence of America’s Declaration of Independence. This one document inspired over 100 nations around the world to seek their own independence.Join WHYY News’ Community & Engagement team, N.I.C.E. (News & Information Community Exchange) partner FunTimes Magazine, Africom Philly and our host, Bartram's Garden, for a screening and community discussion with residents who have immigrated to the U.S. from African and Caribbean countries about their lived experiences, their search for freedom, and whether the
The Philadelphia Lantern Slide Salon is back!Philadelphia Lantern Slide SalonThursday, October 19, 2023, 6 to 7:30 pm - in the Wagner's lecture hallCelebrate Archives Month Philly at the Wagner Free Institute of Science as we showcase glass lantern slides from the special collections of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the American Philosophical Society, The Historical Society of Frankford, the Penn Museum, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, and the Wagner Free Institute of Science during the annual Philadelphia Lantern Slide Salon.In the spirit of lantern exhibition culture, this salon will bring together unique and rarely-seen images presented in the
Learn the what, why, and how of science-based mindfulness meditation in this beginner friendly presentation.About the ProgramScientific 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. About the PresenterMaceo 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
Look at how cider was historically made, its presence and importance in Pennsylvania, and where it’s heading today.THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 Cider: Pennsylvania’s Once (& Future?) Favorite 7:00 – 8:30 PM Mark A. Turdo, Cidermaker, Cider Historian, and Author of the Pommel Cyder blog Cider was once the most important beverage in America, but our relationship to it has been interrupted. Touching on everything from William Penn to Prohibition, this overview by Mark A. Turdo looks at how cider was historically made, its presence and importance in Pennsylvania, and where it’s heading today. Explore early horticulture, economics, foodways, and politics through
Dr. Aisha Mershani’s work documents nearly 20 years of the Israeli Apartheid Wall, Israeli violence, and Palestinian resistance. This exhibit is a gateway to bearing witness to what the news ignores – the people directly affected by the Wall. This multimedia experience includes photography of and audio storytelling by numerous Palestinian people living behind the Wall. This exhibit aims to educate the wider public, all while using the gallery space to build a broader solidarity community. Weekly events will be organized by the La La Lil Jidar Collective to engage audiences towards the realities on the ground through artistic expression.
Join us on October 19th, from 7-9 PM, for a panel discussion with the La La Lil Jidar Collective Please join us on Thursday October 19th from 7 - 9 pm for a panel discussion featuring the La La Lil Jidar collective. Hear how they built the project collaboratively and their hopes and goals. Panelists: Aisha Mershani, Nora Elmarzouky, Tracy Chahwan, Qais Assali (virtual), Ahmed Ahmed, Tara Taraneh, Yaqeen YemeniThis discussion is in conjunction with the solo exhibitoin La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in Palestine, currently on view at the InLiquid Gallery. Aisha Mershani’s (they/them)
Meet Philadelphia's sustainability community at the annual "Green Oscars"! Be inspired by local heroes. Support sustainability in Philly. Attend the SustaInPHL Awards, an annual celebration for sustainability visionaries to unsung heroes making a difference in Philadelphia. Sample local fare and drinks. Hear inspirational stories from Philly changemakers. See the winners announced live on stage and receive reclaimed wooden awards.
The Mural Arts Institute is proud to announce "Created, Together: A National Assembly for Artists Working with Communities"Created, Together. is a national assembly for artists and creatives working with communities brought to Philadelphia by Mural Arts Institute. This two-day event includes site visits to public art projects throughout the city of Philadelphia, a film screening, and a full day of networking with fellow creatives from across the country. The gathering is open to all who identify as contributors to the creative intersection of art in public spaces. Artists, administrators, community members, policy makers, students and more are welcome. The goal
Black Urban Growers (BUGs) and our partners are pleased to present the 11th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGS) Conference.Black Urban Growers (BUGs) and our partners are pleased to present the 11th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGS) Conference, convening urban and rural farmers, chefs, food product makers, students, herbalists, nutritionists, consumers, policymakers, educators, activists and organizations from across the country! Family Harvest: Seeding Land, Legacy and Liberation is the theme of this year’s conference. Come join us to connect with our Black agrarian family from across the nation in the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Through
A Deep Dig will walk visitors through what 22 years of community building has created in West Philadelphia's One Art Community CenterA Deep Dig will walk visitors through what 22 years of community building has created in West Philadelphia. Visitors will walk away with invaluable insight to bring back to their own communities to stimulate growth and healing. ABOUT USOur mission is to cultivate a space that encourages holistic healing in Philadelphia through art, education, cultural, and community engagement.Our programs are intentionally curated to foster deeper connection to Self, the Earth, and the community. We serve over 10,000 individuals annually.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Macrobiotic Global Institute, The Agrarian Group, and Student Farmers Corp. Presents “We have to make sure that organic products are more readily available to all Pennsylvanians, not just some. We need to make sure that we're sensitive to pricing and we need to make sure that folks understand this is not a niche market, this is the market." - Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaking at Rodale Institute on July 21, 2023. Devon, Pennsylvania – Macrobiotic Global Institute (MGI), The Agrarian Group (TAG), and Student Farmers Corp. (SFC) are hosting the first annual FUTURE FOOD Right Now conference
Join us for a fun-filled, in-person ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour, where we'll explore sustainable practices.Join us for the ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour! Get ready to explore the world of sustainability at Garey Hall, Villanova, PA, USA. This in-person event will take you on an exciting journey to discover innovative solutions for a greener future. During the tour, you'll have the chance to witness cutting-edge technologies, meet passionate experts, and learn about sustainable practices that are shaping our world. From renewable energy to eco-friendly architecture, this event has it all! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to expand
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Learn why bats are vital to our ecosystem.A representative from the PA Bat Rescue Organization is coming to our store! Join us to learn about the mysterious and wondrous world of bats. Explore their natural history, environmental impacts, why bats are vital to our ecosystem and how you can help bats in your neighborhood. You will also have the opportunity to meet some of our non-releasable ambassador bats. Seating is limited to 20 guests.
Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for these monthly small group sessions. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning various compositional and technical options on the spot.Participants will need to bring a camera, a fully charged battery, and a camera card with space to shoot freely. Photographers with any kind of camera can benefit, but DSLRs are recommended.Rain date: Sunday, 10/22Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, and Nov
Northwestern Avenue Kiosk Join Debbie, Jim, and Stan on a 2 1/2 mile exploration of the anatomy of one of the Philadelphia Region’s vital waterways. We will see why the flow of the Wissahickon is unlike almost all other waterways in the Northeastern US; understand the different parts of a stream or river, including where different insects and fish might be found and why; and what you can do to help conserve this regional treasure. And we will even show you where people bring their love letters to the Wissahickon. Participants are welcome to bring letters, poems, pictures, and other
Volunteers will be weeding, organizing pots, and potting up plants in the greenhouse complex. Registered volunteers will meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited; participants MUST be pre-registered (using link below) in order to partake. Each adult must register individually in order to complete the required waivers. Registration full but would like to still participate? Please contact Kimani Keaton at kimani@bartramsgarden to be added to our
Celebrate National Estuary Week by helping PDE bag oyster shells so that they can used in restoration projects and support clean waters!Partnership for the Delaware Estuary has been collecting oyster shell from Philadelphia restaurants since 2022. Generally, spent oyster shells go to landfills, but with our recycling program shells are going back to the Delaware Bay.Oyster shells are important for baby oysters and the entire aquatic ecosystem. Oysters are ecosystem engineers and a keystone species in the Delaware Bay. These awesome shellfish not only filter our water but oyster reefs are important habitat for lots of local wildlife. By returning
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 Saturday, October 21st 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
Connect with nature and make new friends while we work together to improve the health and biodiversity of our 365-acre forest through invasive plant removals, native species plantings, and trail maintenance projects. We recommend participants come prepared wearing long pants and sturdy boots. Please bring your water bottle and a pair of gloves if you have them. No experience necessary – we provide tools, instructions, and gloves if needed. Registration required.
Join Friends of the Rail Park for a walking tour covering the Three Mile Vision for the Rail Park.On this tour, you’ll learn about the history and ecology of the Rail Park, and its potential to become a greenway connecting 10+ Philly neighborhoods and thousands of residents. Each tour begins at 10 AM and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note that this is a linear walking tour, extending 2 miles.We will begin at the corner of 27th and Pennsylvania Streets, and end at Phase One around 12th and Callowhill Streets. We do not loop back to the starting point
Saturdays in the Park is a safe, welcoming space for community members to engage in activities that promote physical and mental wellness.Saturdays In The Park is a program of regular pop-ups in the community green space to provide community members with opportunities to reduce stress, increase connection, build skills and connect with community resources. By offering these pop-ups in coordination with Southside Clean Up events, we can continue to build community connections, nurture relationships, and streamline access to services, all of which are shown to be effective mitigators of stress, anxiety, depression and trauma.We will have snacks, water, art supplies
Connect to the Holistic Community by attending the WOW EXPO in the Greater Philadelphia Area! Pre Register Today for EARLY BIRD $5 TicketsEnjoy a Day of Wellness Saturday, Oct 21 10am -6pmAt The WOW EXPOExplore the World Of Wellness Natural Health Expo in Plymouth Meeting, PA. This community Expo will be held in Plymouth Meeting Mall. Our all-day event includes:The WoWellness PavilionEnjoy Holistic Demos or speak with one our 30+ local and regional Holistic Healthcare and Functional Medicine Practitioners including Chiropractic, Nutrition, Essential Oils, Homeopathy, Wellness Services, Herbal & Many Other Wellness Supplements. Mother Earth Marketplace Connect to the Community
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Come join us at Alternative Media and the Solidarity Economy, where we'll explore new ways to empower communities and challenge the status qAlternative Media and the Solidarity Economy Join us for an exciting event at PhillyCAM in Philadelphia, PA, USA! We're diving deep into the world of alternative media and its role in the solidarity economy. Discover how independent media platforms are shaping narratives and empowering communities. From grassroots journalism to community radio, we'll explore the diverse ways alternative media is challenging the status quo. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn how you can contribute
Swing by and check out our newly refurbished meadow loom! Our friend Enrica Fererro will be in the Meadow to guide you with gathering plants and interworking them into woven panels to be displayed. The meeting spot is in the Meadow between the Parking Loop and the Boathouse. This outdoor event is subject to weather-related cancelations.
Take a tasty tour of the Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park! DATE Saturday, October 21, 2023 TIME 10:45am - 12:30pm LOCATION FDR Park Boathouse 1500 Pattison Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and the Vendors Association of FDR Park for a tasty tour of the Southeast Asian Market on October 21 from 10:45 AM–12:30 PM. South Philly is home to a vibrant Southeast Asian community, with many Khmer, Lao, Vietnamese, and Thai residents who have enjoyed FDR Park for decades! During the warmer months, vendors set up outdoor stalls selling street food, bubble teas and iced
Tour Historic RittenhouseTown and participate in papermaking at America's first paper millOn this HC Field Trip, we visit Historic RittenhouseTown for a tour of the grounds, including the 1707 Homestead, 1753 Bake House, and a papermaking workshop.Established in 1690 along Paper Mill Run, a tributary of the Wissahickon Creek, the Rittenhouse Mill was the first paper mill in British North America. Around it, bloomed the early industrial community known as Rittenhouse Town. Working with rags from Germantown residents, the Rittenhouse Mill made paper that was sold to printers in nearby Germantown, Philadelphia and New York for use in Bibles and
Come one, come all! Join us on this unique, two-hour tour of Philly. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love!
Learn natural dye methods including bundle dyeing, shibori techniques, indigo vat use, and other creative dye printing!Learn natural dye methods including bundle dyeing, shibori techniques, indigo vat use, and other creative dye printing! The workshop will begin with tutorials on indigo dyeing, bundle dyeing, and tying techniques, followed by guided open studio time for participants to explore their creative vision. We call this a 'sampler' because we will do short basic demos on several dye techniques and facilitate the application of these techniques on your garments, fabric or yarn. This includes up to 5 pound of personal items to dye.
Join KAPWA’s Filipino artists at Palumbo Park for an afternoon of food, performance, and community care!From contemporary aesthetics to traditional expressions, Neill Catangay's exhibition "KAPWA" offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of perspectives that make up our shared human experience.Celebrate those shared human experiences with KAPWA’s Community Day Saturday, October 21 from 12pm-4pm! Join KAPWA’s Filipino artists at Palumbo Park (723 Catharine St) for an afternoon of food, performance, and community care.
Kick off Philly Cider Week with CiderFest at Woodford Mansion
Join for tricks, treats and adventures with our education animals.Explore the Witch’s haunted house, make your own spooky slime, meet our resident owls, and much more! We have two events scheduled. Please choose the appropriate ticket for your desired time to attend and bring your ticket for easy entrance.Costumes are welcomed and encouraged.Tickets must be purchased in advance of the event as we have to limit the number of tickets to 100 for each time.Tickets are non-refundable.
October 21st 2-9pm Philly Makers Syndicate returns to Ukie Club on Franklin for The Spooky Ukie Market! Over seventy vendors from near and far, food, and live music will fill the field at 847 N Franklin St.! Featuring: Zorn Hex Head (BOS) On the Water Ugli Diuretic Stick around for live nighttime programming from local video ghouls @luthersmidfrightsnack. All ages, outdoor event with indoor bar. 🙀🕯️ 🎃
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Saturday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 3pm between September 2 and October 28, 2023. We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks. Launched as a pilot program in 2017, We Walk
FarmerJawn's "Black Harvest Dinner Series" series celebrates black foodways in all their facets!FarmerJawn presents The "Black Harvest" Dinner SeriesThe "Black Harvest" Dinner Series is a remarkable exploration of American farming history, highlighting the often silenced narratives of black farmers whose land was unjustly taken. Over the past century, the number of Black-owned farms has significantly declined, from approximately one million in the early 1900s to only about 30,000 in 2023. This series celebrates black foodways in all their facets, from dedicated growers to ingenious product makers, showcasing the incredible creations brought to life by Black creators. FarmerJawn is committed to
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.
The Day of the Dead is coming to South Philly with sugar skulls and shining cycles!Fairmount Park Conservancy and Cesar Viveros invite you to “Huey Mikailhuitl – La Gran Fiesta De Los Muertos” – Day of the Dead art workshop and festivities!Participants will learn about the traditions and artistic practices of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos, including a performance from an Aztec dance group, a special sugar skull-making workshop, and an altar-building demonstration using architectural elements of the historic FDR Boathouse. This event will also break the mold of tradition with some exciting new elements never before seen in Philadelphia,
Join us for an inclusive birding event that celebrates diversity and birdability! DATE Sunday, October 22, 2023 TIME 8:00am - 11:00am LOCATION Fairmount Park Horticulture Center 100 N. Horticulture Dr. Philadelphia, PA 19131 Fairmount Park Conservancy is thrilled to partner with In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club Philly, Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports (PCAS), and Philly Queer Birders for a special morning of birding on October 22 from 8:00–11:00 AM. This event is intentionally accessible to BIPOC, the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities. Birders seek out diversity in birds, looking for an array of colors, sizes, ages, origins,
Montgomery County, PA drive thru event to drop off Household Hazardous Waste. (NO TVs, electronics, or appliances will be accepted.)• If you need your gas can or container returned, please tape a note to it stating that you want to keep it.• You must stay in your car while in the event site.• You may arrive any time within your registered appointment window.• Please print out your ticket if possible or write your name and appointment time on a piece of paper. • If you cannot attend the event, please cancel your appointment through your Eventbrite ticket or by emailing
Learn about the past, present and future of Strawberry Mansion and nearby East Park. DATE Sunday, October 22, 2023 TIME 10:00am - 12:30pm LOCATION Boxers’ Trail Gateway 3336 W. Dauphin Drive Philadelphia, 19132 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Judith Robinson on October 22 from 10:00 AM–12:30 PM for a 2.5-mile walking tour to learn about the past, present, and future of Strawberry Mansion and nearby East Park. Strawberry Mansion has always had a close connection to the park. In fact, the neighborhood is named after a prominent place in the park, Historic Strawberry Mansion. Similar to Parkside on the
Stop by our Education Station in Lucille’s Garden to sample the seasonal bounty from our edible garden! No registration is necessary, and it’s free with admission. Just stop by any time during the hours of 10 am to 1 pm. See you there!
Locally Sourced, Farm Fresh Produce at Awbury. The Farm is always free and open to walk and explore, but on Sunday afternoons from spring through fall, you can enjoy fresh local foods, buy fresh produce, and shop for artisan goods. In addition, we have Awbury staff and partner organizations on site to answer your questions, plus fun, family-friendly activities, wellness events, workshops, and demonstrations on the first Sunday of every month.
Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for free public mushroom hunt!**This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider choosing the Donation Ticket option at checkout to give an amount of your choice**Meet at the Weisel Farm House - High Bridge Trailhead at 1pm. After a brief introduction we will break apart to look for mushrooms. If it is your first time and/or you feel like you need guidance you will be able to follow more experienced members. At 3pm we will all meet back at the starting point
Kick off Philly Cider Week with CiderFest at Woodford Mansion
TTF is excited to provide FREE monthly field trips to the Independence Seaport Museum (ISM) on the following Sundays: September 24, October 22, and December 17. Trip schedule below: 1:30pm – Meet at Ferko Playground – 1101 E Cayuga St, Philadelphia, PA 19124 5:00pm – Arrive back at Ferko Playground *This trip is valued at $60 per person. Please notify with 48hrs notice from departure if you are no longer able to attend. Questions? Call us at 215.744.1853 or email doryan@ttfwatershed.org Register here. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Español~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ TTF proveerá excursiones mensuales GRATIS al museo del Independence Seaport Museum (ISM) en los siguientes
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Get ready to sow seeds of abundance and visualize a fruitful harvest in your journal! Enjoy premium, fresh-squeezed fruit juice by Kalina!Join Kalina, a FarmerJawn Agripreneur Cohort member, as she leads a journaling workshop allowing you to intentionally write your goals. The workshop will also include a gardening exercise, where everyone will plant a seed in a mini pot. Your ticket includes:🧃Fresh-squeezed, homemade fruit juice with Kalina's original recipes. Juices are specially made to support the alleviation of anxiety, rejuvenate your spirit, and give your body the minerals it needs to thrive. All the fruit is seeded and sourced from
Led by Tiny Farm Wagon / part of Teaching at the End of TimesDivine Seeds led by Tiny Farm WagonIn her essay, “Rootedness: The Ancestors as Foundation”, Writer Toni Morrison argued that because Black people were disregarded, our ways of knowing were disregarded. Because Black life is often depicted as pathological, we create rituals to honor the wellness practices inherent in Black culture. Join Tiny Farm Wagon for seed planting and collage activities. We’ll put our hands in the soil, set intentions, and create art with quotes from Black self-help/wellness gurus, and images from Black culture, Black history, and nature.
Regal UA Regal Parking Lot (3720 Main St, Manayunk, PA 19127) Join us for a late summer bike ride along three waterways that link trails in the Wissahickon Valley Park to the Schuylkill River Trail, all part of the vast Circuit Trail Network. We will meet in Manayunk at the Regal Cinema Lot on Main Street and will head toward Wissahickon Valley Park. We will hook onto the Wissahickon Bike Path and ride along Wissahickon Creek up to Historic Rittenhouse Town, and will then head to Forbidden Drive, where we will ride for a short period of time to view
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Learn how to Sew! Taught by Derek Bakal you will learn how to make a pillowcase and a tote bag over 2 classesLearn the basics of how to use a sewing machine. With teacher Derek Bakal you will be making a pillowcase and a tote bag.Two Sessions from 6:00pm-8:00pm, October 23rd and 30th.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not charge tuition or any sort of fees for any of our classes. Our classes are popular and often have wait-lists. If you enroll in a class, please commit to attending it!How to
Explore the Nature Sanctuary in search of sights, sounds & signs of wildlife. Adults Only. Free.Explore the Nature Sanctuary in search of sights, sounds & signs of wildlife. Adults Only. Free. Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. This is an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress for the weather and hiking. Photos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out, please let us
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
A discussion about Michael Mann's new book, Our Fragile Moment: How Lesson's from Earth's Past Can Help Us Survive the Climate CrisisA rapidly warming climate is driving natural catastrophes. Drought, fire, sea level rise, heatwaves, flooding, and storms threaten the wellbeing of people all around the world. As the dangers unfold, global warming becomes a lived experience, and it feels too late to act. In his new book, Our Fragile Moment, Michael Mann turns this climate doomism on its head by looking to Earth’s history for inspiration. Humanity’s inception, and some of its greatest innovations, are the result of large-scale
Join us for a story, simple craft, short walk & more. Children ages 2-5 years with an adult.Children ages 2-5 years with an adult can join us for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. This month we will be making cider. Kids can dress up in their favorite costume to parade around the meadow as we follow a storybook trail. $5.00 per child. Each participant is asked to bring 4 apples as well. Adults are FREE. Eventbrite fees apply if paying by card. If you'd like to pay by cash or check, those options can be found
Kids can learn about different types of creepy crawlers and then make their own Bug Hotel.Come out for a session filled with creepy crawly coolness, as we Investigate Insects! We’ll hear about some of our local bug life from our GF Environmental Staff friends, dig & search for some interesting little critters, and then make our very own Bug Hotels!
Bringing your sewing questions to Maryann Evans and get help finishing or starting projects.Join Artist Maryann Evans for a night of help with your sewing questions. Feel free to bring a project in progress, or start a project with guidance. Come get your sewing questions answered and you could learn how to read a pattern, sew a zipper and more. Basic sewing skills needed - this is a more advanced workshop. 6:00pm-8:00pmIf you have any questions as to what this workshop entails, please call or email us for clarification. Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are
Taught by Margaret Saylor, Artist; Member, American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA) and the Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators The wonderful natural elements that make up our autumn outdoor world are perfect botanical subjects! We’ll draw or paint new family of specimens each week. You’ll create a sketchbook page based on the week’s topic. Not only will we learn about that week’s botanical theme, but we’ll see how these subjects fit into the broader realm of contemporary botanical art. Themes will include: flowers, fungi, moss, lichens, leaves, seed pods, gourds, and fir trees. Margaret Saylor is the editor/designer of ASBA’s
FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted with us beforeNote: If you choose to donate, please make sure that you also choose a sorter ticket. FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Moviehouse Productions presents Philadelphia A-Z: A fascinating lost Philly tale for each letter of the alphabet.Do you like nostalgia? We've got a program for you!Local historian "Radio Rick" Spector presents little known tales about Philadelphia. Learn about Philly's connections to Marian Anderson, the Three Stooges Larry Fine, Anna Jarvis, JFK and more!
Puzzles, games, challenges and other fun activities will be our way to engage with a wide variety of math topics.Puzzles, games, challenges and other fun activities will be our way to engage with a wide variety of math topics. The natural environment will be our laboratory for exploring mathematical principles in the real world. We will develop logical reasoning and skills in areas outlined in the Pennsylvania Core Standards for Mathematics: numbers and operations, measurement, probability, geometry, basic algebraic concepts and more. Students with up to an 8th grade math ability may find some challenges but each session will be
The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A
Join us for a fun, creative evening of making Jack-O-Lanterns for the next evening's Night Hike!Come out and carve a Jack-O-Lantern that will be on display during the Fall Festival. Compete for prizes for a winning pumpkin in both children and adult categories. All ages are welcome and all supplies will be provided. Come anytime during the above window to carve! You may pick up your pumpkin at the end of the Fall Festival which will take place the next day if you wish to take it home.If you are unable to attend the pumpkin carving night and you would like
A documentary detailing the life of Lakota activist and community organizer Madonna Thunder Hawk, whose career fighting for Indigenous and women's rights has now spanned over 50 years. Through a circular Indigenous style of storytelling, this film explores what it means to navigate a movement and motherhood and how activist legacies are passed down and transformed from generation to generation in the context of colonizing government that meets Native resistance with violence. Warrior Women Genre: Documentary Release date: 2018 Country of origin: US Directors: Elizabeth Castle, Christina D. King Stars: Marcella Gilbert, Madonna Thunder Hawk Language: English Running time: 1h
Please join us on October 25 at Park Towne Place for an opening reception and artist remarks in the North, West, and South Tower galleries.We will start in the North Tower gallery and move on to the West and South Tower Galleries as a group. Each gallery will offer an opportunity to hear remarks from the artists and enjoy hors d'oeuvres.About the Show:Inspired by climate systems and the ever-changing landscape, the five artists of Material Time evaluate and deconstruct patterns and forms found in nature. Working with materials and processes that are both natural and human, each artist offers ways
The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A
FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN AGES 8-17 Meet the hunters of the skies. What makes birds of prey unique among birds? Join Briar Bush Nature Center’s Animal Curator as we explore the incredible adaptations hawks and owls possess to be efficient hunters, including lightweight skeletons, sharp beaks and talons, and silent feathers. You’ll get to touch some real bird artifacts and see some live birds of prey up close! About the presenter: Briar Bush Nature Center’s mission is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to explore and protect nature by encouraging curiosity and scientific inquiry. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please check in at the Visitor
Come out to meet other non-profits doing amazing work in Germantown, Mt. Airy, and Chestnut Hill.Northwest Non-Profit Meet and GreetJoin the Patricia Kind Family Foundation for our first neighborhood grantee meet-up. We want you to connect, network, and learn who is doing what down the block from you! If you are a current grantee, past grantee, or another non-profit PKFF doesn't know, if you serve the North West community, come out. There's free parking in the Acme Lot (Germantown and Sedwick), street/neighborhood parking and a lot next to FitLife ( past Mt. Pleasant Ave) that's also free. PKFF will provide
Understanding the Value of Water and the Job Opportunities it CreatesSave the date for The Water Center at Penn’s annual Careers in the Water Industry event, hosted on Thursday, October 26th from 1:45pm to 5:00pm at the Annenberg Public Policy Center. This event is presented in partnership with PennClubH2O, Penn Earth and Environmental Sciences Department, the Center for Science, Sustianability, and the Media (CSSM), the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC), Penn Environmental Innovations Initiative, Penn Career Services, and Wharton MBA Career Management. Learn more about our speakers: Maria AndrewsMaria has been teaching at Penn since 2002 and is currently the
Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!
Celebrate the season at our family-friendly festival!Enjoy the great outdoors and celebrate the season at our fall festival! This evening will be full of family-friendly activities including but not limited to children's crafts and games, an apparel sale, and a jack-o-lantern lit night hike! The night hike, arts, crafts, and games are free for all. For those wishing to purchase snacks or apparel, we take cash, credit, debit, checks, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. This event will be canceled if inclement weather is predicted. Parking for this event can be found in the South Lot and the festival will take