Our Queer Community Hikes are a safe space intended to foster a sense of community, while promoting time spent outdoors & self-care.Our Queer Community Series is designed for: anyone who self-identifies as a member or ally of the Queer Community.This is a monthly group outing designed to increase your general sense of well-being while combining gentle exercise and time spent in nature.Our mindful hikes begin and end with a personal check in using our THRIVE Compass tool. We then hike to our halfway point and the group is led through a mindfulness exercise before we head back.Our events are a

Allow the vibrancy and charisma of the monarch to inspire your time painting and collaging a work of art with artist, Monica Lopez. Learn paintbrush usage, color mixing, and color application on canvas while finding your unique painting style. Monica will guide you through finding artistic expression with personalized instructions. Open to all levels of experience. All materials will be provided. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesday, June 19, 2024. About the Instructor: I am Monica Lopez. I am a proud Mexican visual artist. Ever since I was little, textures and colors of all sorts were

Juneteenth Freedom DayFreedom dance party with Pop up Performances by some of Philly's BEST Black performers!Sounds: Dj El InternationalPerformances by:Cupid Bowe Ashantidoll Mz.Peaches Honey Bomb & Queen Nzinga

Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books ideal for kids ages five and under. Meet on the Upper Lawn in Bluey’s Woods. We recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. No reservations required. Included with garden admission. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursdays, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Buy Tickets Member Tickets  

Learn how to secure funding for your business by tapping into grants and crowdfunding opportunities to help your business grow online!Welcome to Fuel Your Growth: Leveraging Grants and Crowdfunding to Scale Your Business! Learn about a $10k GRANT with VSBDR and more! This online event is designed to help you take your business to the next level by tapping into grants and crowdfunding opportunities. Join LA21-CDC and Widener University for insightful sessions, expert advice, and practical tips on how to secure funding for your growth. Don't miss this chance to learn from industry leaders and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs. Let's

Learn how to access funding for high tunnels for your farm or garden during this workshop with USDA staff from NRCS .Join our latest webinar to learn how to access funding for high tunnels for your farm or garden during this workshop with USDA staff from NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) and FSA (Farm Service Agency). You will also hear firsthand from a Ben Miller, an urban grower in SouthWest Philly who received a high tunnel through NRCS’s EQIP program (Environmental Quality Incentives Program). Learn how to apply for this program in preparation for the 2025 application deadline this coming

Come join us for a fun day of painting and potting with your community - let's get creative together!Community Painting & Potting Event Come join us at the Tacony Library for a fun-filled day of creativity! Grab a paintbrush or a pot and get ready to unleash your inner artist. This in-person event will be held at Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, USA. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a first-time potter, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Let's come together as a community to create something beautiful!

Come find your writing people every third Thursday at Norristown's favorite bookstore, Recycle Read Repeat.

Living your values in your private or shared community landscape can be done with respect to your neighbors. Learn to work with entities like HOAs and neighborhood ordinances that present barriers to your ideas for lawn transition to habitat gardens. Join Julie Snell and Lisa McDonald Hanes from Redbud Native Plant Nursery and TEND landscape architects to discuss strategies to influence decision-makers regarding local landscapes. If weather permits, enjoy an after-hours garden walk with Julie and Lisa to conclude the class. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Thursday, June 20, 2024. About the Instructor: Julie

Join SBN on June 20, the summer solstice, for an evening of community and appreciation on the longest night of the year! This evening will be a celebration of the start to summer with great company, food, and music! This event will be in the NKCDC Garden from 6 to 8pm. We will have local snacks, and Mural City Cellar's pop up bar will open. This is a pay-what-you-wish event. Suggested donations are $10 for members, and $20 for non-members. Please pay what you are comfortable with contributing.

Grab your friends and family and join the MakerSpace for a basic lesson in sewing. The starting class for the sewing series.A beginner class to our sewing series taught by Tiara orange. These classes are recommended before taking her more advance classes, "Make You Own Clothes" series.In this class you will:Learn how to thread your machineMake some basic stitchesCreate a simple sewing project.Students must bring a sewing machine, all other sewing supplies will be provided.Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

Join us on June 20th for our Summer Solstice Potluck! Celebrate the longest day of the year with friends and Ecotherapy enthusiasts!Bring a friend, bring a dish, bring yourself! Gather with us as we celebrate the longest day of the year. This event will run from 6pm to 9pm.

Discover the amazing natural history and biology of native waspsTHURSDAY, JUNE 20Native Predatory Wasps: Their Role as Pollinators and Beneficial Insects7:00 – 8:30 PMHeather Holm, Pollinator Conservationist and AuthorDiverse, flower-rich landscapes provide critical habitat for predatory wasps to consume flower nectar and hunt for insects (and spiders) to feed their offspring. Discover the amazing natural history and biology of native wasps. Learn about their nesting habitat, prey specificity, and the ecosystem services—including pest insect population control and pollination—they provide.Free of charge | Virtual event (a Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to lecture date)NOTE - this lecture WILL

This is a fundraiser for Gazan Families. This will be a family-friendly event w meditation, yoga & other activities for adults & childrenIf you purchase a ticket for $25+ (per person), you will receive a t-shirt (See here for t-shirt samples). Please register to receive the order form so you can select the style/size for your shirt! Please look at FAQs to know how to buy multiple tickets.On this International Day of Yoga (IDY) (June 21st, 2024), Yogis for Palestine, La La Lil Jidar, & Philly Families for Ceasefire invite you to embody yoga in the service of Palestinian liberation

The first and only conference for women of color navigating the healing plant and wellness industry! Higher Conference Welcome to the Higher Conference! Join us at Billy Penn Studios on North 5th Street in Philadelphia, PA, USA for an event like no other. Get ready for inspiring speakers, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities that will take your knowledge to the next level. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to learn, grow, and connect with like-minded individuals. See you there!

Come out and listen to stories about Juneteenth, make a craft, and do a sing-a-long.

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission. Music lineup: Genesis Z & Atlantis This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, June 21, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Buy Tickets Member Tickets  

Join us for an extraordinary array of fun from Longwood Gardens to Lincoln University as we honor and celebrate the history of Juneteenth.Our vision for these Juneteenth efforts is to create a vibrant and inclusive celebration that honors the legacy of freedom and resilience. Following the theme for this year’s celebration which is The Frederick Douglass Chronicles. We envision a gathering where people from all different backgrounds come together. Through engaging educational activities, uplifting cultural performances like a fashion show, and meaningful discussions during dinner.**This is a Multi-site event. Please note the time and location of the ticket purchased. Due

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Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Two hours, $7 per person in addition to garden admission, free for members. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Saturdays & Sundays, May – June & September – November. Buy Tickets Member Tickets

Help us sort donated fabrics, textiles, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!Volunteer to help our team divert a wide range 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✓ Wheelchair Accessible

June 22nd the Kennett Heritage Center will present a 3-part historical program as part of Kennett Square’s month-long Juneteenth Celebration

Attracting butterflies to your yard is a wonderful way to increase the ecological value of your property and connect with the natural world. Discuss plants that provide food for adult butterflies and their caterpillars and how to create suitable habitats for these ephemeral beauties. Take home five floriferous native pants and easy-to-use instructions for making a butterfly garden of your own. The class will go outside to see the plants in the gardens. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, June 22, 2024. About the Instructor: Melissa Starkey, PhD, is the Marketing and Communications Manager at Mt.

Come join us for a festive Juneteenth Celebration filled with music,food,and community as we honor and commemorate African American freedom.Welcome to the Juneteenth Celebration!Come join us for a day filled with music, food, and fun at 30 N Lansdowne Ave. Let's commemorate the end of slavery in the United States with live performances, delicious food vendors, and activities for the whole family. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate freedom and unity with your community. The day will start with a flag-raising, singing, and keynote speakers at Borough Greene, in front of Borough Hall, at 1:30PM. There will be

Join Bria from Audubon Mid-Atlantic and Stacey from Fairmount Water Works for our monthly freshwater mussel measuring event! Sign up to measure mussels, water chemistry of the reservoir, and connect with other water conservation enthusiasts. This community science data will be used to help guide our mussel propagation program: growing freshwater mussels and placing them within the Delaware River watershed for filtration and cleaner water for all. Registration is required in advance, please fill out the form to sign up. This program is also designed for adult volunteers. Children age 12 and up can participate with an adult. For more

Working with the healing power of plants can help to decrease stress and anxiety, process grief, and improve overall well-being. Through activities that combine plant materials with eco-mindfulness and creative tools, the workshops in this therapeutic horticulture series explore the five senses to support connection with ourselves, one another, and the natural environment of Nature’s Sanctuary, Laurel Hill’s native plant garden and green burial area. Sessions are led by Kate Irvine, a trained horticulturist and mixed media artist with a certificate in Horticultural Therapy, joined by guest speakers. Participants are invited to attend one, some, or all of the sessions.

Local photographer and naturalist, Hank Davis, will present his  photos of all the hummingbird species he has 'captured' over the years.June 15th is Nature Photography Day! The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) along with millions of photographers and photography lovers across the nation observe Nature Photography Day on this day. Our presentation will be one week later but that's ok! Join us for this fun evening with everyone's favorite bird!Hank Davis is originally from New York City, but has lived in the Delaware Valley for 50 years. Upon his move to the area, he gained an appreciation for nature

Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon David Bower and his dedicated corps of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors 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

Join us for a day of hiking to spread hope and positivity in our community at Hiking For Hope Flagship event!Join us for a day of rejuvenation, connection, and empowerment at our Hiking for Hope event! This is more than just a hike – it's a mini retreat designed to help you reset, reconnect, and find your community.Event Highlights:African Dancing with Mastah Tee Fitness: Kickstart your day with vibrant, energizing African dance moves that will uplift your spirit and get your body moving!Silent Hike with Yogi Den: Experience the peace and tranquility of nature with a guided silent hike, allowing

Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Two hours, $7 per person in addition to garden admission, free for members. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Saturdays & Sundays, May – June & September – November. Buy Tickets Member Tickets

Celebrate Juneteenth with NBMBAA & NExT Philadelphia - a fun event to honor Black culture, achievements, and community in person!NBMBAA Philly & NExT Philadelphia (Network of Extraordinary Talent) Juneteenth CelebrationCome join us at the Beach Bar at Cavanaugh's River Deck on North Christopher Columbus Boulevard in Philadelphia, PA, USA for a day of celebration and community. We're excited to commemorate Juneteenth with music, food, and good vibes. This in person event promises to be a memorable experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and celebrate freedom together. Be sure to where your afro centric colors,

2024 Summer Camp RegistrationThis camp is directed at children who aspire to one day work in the animal field, whether it be as a zookeeper, veterinarian, a future rehabber, or even just someone who loves animals! The activities in this camp will revolve around learning the basics of what it is like to work with and keep animals healthy and happy in captivity, with each day revolving around a certain aspect of animal husbandry. Throughout the week there will be different lessons, games, and activities following the theme of that day, covering topics such as diets, veterinary care, enrichment, training,

Sing-a-long with Miss Delia on the ukulele and listen to stories read aloud at the Ambler Community Garden.Sing-a-long with Miss Delia on the ukulele and listen to stories read aloud. Those registered may participate in making a craft in the garden afterwards.Accessibility Check-in: please contact us if you would like an accommodation to access this program.

Review the history and principles of CBPR, and learn practical approaches to equitable and authentic community-researcher collaboration.

On Pride month, NESAWG invites you to this important conversation. You don't want to miss it!Black and Brown Queerness in Agriculture: A roundtable conversation with Queer Farmers of Color and the intersectionalities in the overall food system. An online event hosted by NESAWG - Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Working Group.Monday, June 24, 2024 from 6pm-8pm (Online)Learn more about the event at https://nesawg.org/events-2024Learn more about us at: https://nesawg.org/Questions? Feel free to e-mail us at [email protected] welcome any and all contributions to help pay the amazing Speakers.https://nesawg.org/donate$10$20$50$100OtherOur conversation with open audience participation will spotlight the experiences and perspectives of Farmers of Color and

Explorers ages 5-7 years old can join us for this mini nature camp. This is a great way to prepare your camper for longer day adventures.Explorers ages 5-7 years old can join us for this mini nature camp. This is a great way to prepare your camper for longer day adventures in the park.We will make a themed craft each day, read stories, play games and see live animals!Dates: Tuesday, June 25-Thur, June 27Ages: Children 5-7 yearsTime: 9:00am- 12:00pm (This is a drop off program)Registration Required: $50.00 per child per day; Eventbrite fees apply. Payment is Non-refundable.Space is extremely limited.Campers

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!Every other Tuesday during the active volunteer season (April - October) the Arboretum hosts volunteer workdays open to the community. Each session is led by a staff member and focuses on gardening in a different area of campus. Activities will vary each week and can include but are not limited to planting, weeding, mulching, clearing invasives, and watering. The tasks required in each specific session will be announced monthly via our volunteer eNews email (sign up here).As an Arboretum volunteer, you can learn new skills, gain experience, and become a valued member of our volunteer task

The City Archives & Legacy Reclaimed presents this insightful event to explore the history, challenges & resilience of Black land ownership.Gaining Ground | The Fight For Black LandTuesday, June 25 | 5:30PM - 8PMPA Convention Center (13th & Arch Entrance) | Michael A. Nutter TheatreJoin us for a special event featuring a screening of the documentary "Gaining Ground: The Fight For Black Land," followed by a panel discussion. The evening will begin with welcome remarks by Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker. The film, with a 90-minute runtime, delves into the significant issue of Black land loss and the efforts to reclaim

Join us after work for an ice cream happy hour, welcoming all current and interested volunteers!Date: Wednesday 26th 2024Time: 5pm - 7pmLocation: Industrious - 230 South Broad Street 17th Floor, Philadelphia PA 19102Center City near the Intersection of Broad & Locust / Estia RestaurantNear Public Transit: Broad Street Line & Patco & SEPTA BusesJoin us after work for an ice cream happy hour, welcoming all current and interested volunteers. As the summer heats up, we have some sweet volunteer opportunities in store, and fun ways to get involved with PHILADELPHIA250.Bring a friend, a coworker, a classmate or neighbor and find

This event will be held as part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Printmaking by the People project.In this workshop, Liberty, Freedom, and Social Justice, we will discuss the words "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness" to create a dialogue of what Freedom and Social Justice mean in relation to the Declaration of Independence.We will then take our ideas and express them visually through a relief print made using EZ Cut Linoleum and Gelli plate printing for the background. This event will be held as part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Printmaking by the People project.This class is for ages 16 and

Understanding Governor Shapiro's new proposed climate policies of PRESS and PACERJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on June 26 at 7:00pm for a discussion about how to understand Governor Shapiro's new proposed climate policies of Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS) and Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Act (PACER).Speaker: Rob Altenburg – Senior Director for Energy and Climate, PennFutureRob brings a career’s worth of environmental, climate, and energy expertise to advance clean energy solutions for Pennsylvania. As Senior Director for Energy and Climate, he analyzes legislation and regulations and helps craft policy recommendations to address the

Design a shape, word, or line drawing and we'll knit a tube to colorfully wrap it into a wall hanging.This is an ultra crafty project run by your's truly craft coven CEO Cassie Jones. We'll each design a drawing, shape, or word to wrap out of thick metal wire. Using a small knitting machine we'll make knit wrappings to cover our pieces, protecting the metal and instantly adding kitche. Hang it on your wall, give it to your dad, it's gon' be real cute! About the Location:The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly

Join us at the FABSCRAP warehouse to sort recovered fabrics, network, and sip on a summery cocktail provided by Good Vodka!Join FABSCRAP for our Summer Sip and Sort series! Enjoy summer cocktails, while spending your Thursday evening sorting fabric scraps for recycling and shopping for reclaimed fabrics afterward. Come ready to enjoy snacks and mixed drinks provided by Good Vodka!This event is sponsored by Good Vodka, a sustainably distilled spirit created from discarded coffee fruit, generating carbon offset. Good Vodka was founded in 2015 and its mission is to develop new, climate-positive spirits from overlooked agricultural byproducts and novel ingredients.

Come join us for a start of Summer Social at GrantBLVD, a sustainable and ethically focused fashion company, that also is a B Corp!Join us for a Summer Kickoff Social at GrantBLVD!Net Impact Philadelphia invites you to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about sustainability and social impact through our events and programs.We Welcome In-Kind Donations!Register on EventBriteSupport GrantBLVD by purchasing an item!GrantBLVD is a Philadelphia-based manufacturing startup dedicated to creating stylish, sustainably sourced fashion. Their mission goes beyond fashion; they aim to reduce recidivism and support formerly incarcerated women or those who have experienced homelessness. By partnering with local non-profits

Summer is Here! Celebrate the solstice with us in our garden with art, spoken word, vendors, and more.Summer Is Here.Thursday, June 26 | 6:30PM- 9PMEmbrace the magic of the Summer Solstice at our sunset celebration, featuring a blissful blend of art and spoken word by Misty Sol, vibrant vendors, beautiful music, and insightful tarot card readings. Stay tuned for information about our food offerings.As the sun dips below the horizon, join us in this enchanting gathering that harmonizes relaxation, wellness, and community connection, creating a memorable experience to welcome the longest day of the year with joy and vitality.Our Garden

Informational and Volunteer Orientation SessionJoin us Thursday, June 27th at 7:00pm as we launch a brand NEW resource called “Faith in Public Life”. This resource has been compiled by our Spring Fellows who have done a wonderful job of building a container for reflection and conversation at the nexus of faith and engagement in the civic process. We can’t wait to share it with our network!We are looking for volunteers to help us out with this campaign as we move into the Summer and Fall. We are specifically looking to recruit at least 10 volunteer leaders across the state who

Get hands-on help with funding opportunities for environmental justice projects at our Community information & engagement meeting!Environmental Justice Grants for Community OrganizationsNeed funding for your community-based EJ project? Need Capacity Building Resources?Want to learn about the resources to advance work in Justice 40 communities? Join us in Philadelphia on Friday, June 28 for information about new grant opportunities! Does your organization work on environmental concerns related to air or water quality, stormwater issues, improving food access, local cleanup projects, illegal dumping activities, healthy housing, toxin remediation, or other efforts to address environmental injustices in your community?Are you looking for ways to fund

Every Friday and Saturday, a group of revolving vendors from the tri-state area will set up their shops at sunny Dilworth Park.Support a revolving list of small businesses from the Philly area and beyond at the Philadelphia Marketplace 2024! Makers and crafters from the tri-state area will bring their handmade artwork, home goods, plants and more to the outdoor market every weekend. This pop-up market is brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in Philadelphia and the Center City District.Every Friday and Saturday, a group of revolving vendors will set up their shops at sunny Dilworth Park. Don’t