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Tree House Community Book Fair

1300 Noble St 1300 Noble Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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,

Final Friday at the Rail Park: Plant Swap

The Rail Park 1300 Noble Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

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Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

Farm Volunteer Day at Awbury Arboretum: Sweet Potato Harvest

6336 Ardleigh St 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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,

Learn Your Plants! (Ages 5+)

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

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

Seed Saving Workshop

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

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

Felt Nature Maps with Jihan Thomas

Christy Rec Center 728 South 55th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

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Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm 5501 Germantown AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144 The Germantown Farmers Market invites local food producers and artisan makers to sell their wares in the heart of Historic Germantown!

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MQFactory Marketplace

MQFactory - Ricky Codio Studio 126 Leverington Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia, PA – The MQFactory -Ricky Codio Studio, a dynamic and innovative creative space for photography, art, and events, is proud to announce the launch of the MQFactory Marketplace. This exciting monthly event is specifically designed to showcase and support local vendors and entrepreneurs in our vibrant community. Over the course of three months, July, August & September, the MQFactory Marketplace will bring together a diverse array of small businesses, creating a unique shopping experience filled with high-quality products and personalized services. With a strong emphasis on supporting local talent and fostering entrepreneurship, this marketplace promises to be a catalyst

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Open Bike Hub

Bike Container

Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; as well as simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Please register in advance.  

Discovery Fest

The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic, Philadelphia Outward Bound School, and community partners in the celebration of the 5th Anniversary of The Discovery Center. Come enjoy scavenger hunts, challenge course elements, community resource tables, goats from the Philly Goat Project, and our freshwater mussel citizen science program. Some activities require advance registration. Admission and activities are free of charge! Don't miss it!

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Meadow Weaving with Enrica Ferrero

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.    

23rd Annual Peace Fair

Buckingham Friends Meeting 5684 York Road, Lahaska, PA, United States

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.

Badass Women’s History Tour

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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!

SBN’s 2nd Annual Sustainable & Local Tour: East Passyunk

East Passyunk East Passyunk Ave., Phila, PA, United States

Join SBN for its 2nd Annual Sustainable & Local Tour, this time in Philly’s East Passyunk neighborhood! The day will consist of guided and self-guided walking tours and a scavenger hunt for the whole family to enjoy! Guided walking tours will be at 11 am, 12 pm, and 1 pm, lasting up to 90 mins. Self-guided tour options are also available for attendees who want to go at their own pace. New this year, tourgoers can be part of a scavenger hunt! Hunt for items or questions to scout sustainable businesses along E. Passyunk. Along the way, guests will be

$25 – $35

Fall Festival and Arts & Crafts Show

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Save the date for our annual Fall Festival and Arts & Crafts Show. Local artists, apple pressing, kids' activities, and more!Save the date for our annual Fall Festival and Arts & Crafts Show. Local artists, apple pressing, kids' activities, and more!This is just a save the date. Please go to https://www.facebook.com/ExplorePECfor more information and updates. $ Local ArtistsFREE Kids' activities, apple pressing, campfire, and more. No registration. Just come by! By registering here, you will be added to our mailing list and receive a reminder closer to the festival. You do not need to register to attend. Questions? 215.685.0470 or

Fall 2023 West Craft Fest

The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

West Craft Fest at The Woodlands Saturday, September 30, 2023 Rain Date: Sunday, October 1, 2023 West Craft Fest is open to all and free to attend. For over a decade, The Woodlands has served as the venue for the twice-annual West Craft Fest, featuring 130+ local makers, vendors, and performers. The Woodlands welcomes thousands of visitors through the historic gates at West Craft Fest. For many folks, it’s their first time visiting the cemetery. West Craft Fest requires ample staff time, resources, and wear and tear on the site. Whether you’re a long-time attendee or a first-time visitor, please

POWER OF COLOR MARKET 2023 – Philly Vegan Pop Flea

Friends Center 1501 Cherry St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate the contributions of VEGANS OF COLOR in Philadelphia and beyond!After a 4-year hiatus, the POWER OF COLOR MARKET returns to Philadelphia, PA, stronger and bolder than ever! A celebration of VEGANS OF COLORS, this event will feature goods & services by those who represent Black, Latinx, Asian & attached cultures & communities!The goal is to demonstrate our strength and contributions to both the vegan community and the local economy!There will be food, shopping, music & more!ALL ARE WELCOME!POWER OF COLOR MARKET is part of the Philly Vegan Pop Flea/Philly Vegan Events series by V Marks the Shop!INTERESTED IN VENDING?

reFlea Market Fall ’23

The Resource Exchange 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A vendor market showcasing local remakers, vintage & secondhand refurbishers, and DIY creatives.What is reFlea?The Resource Exchange's reFlea is a vendor market for local remakers, vintage & secondhand refurbishers, upcyclers and DIY creatives. So if you are interested in sustainability, creative reuse, and contributing to Philly’s circular economy, then reFlea may be the perfect event for you!What is The Resource Exchange?The Resource Exchange provides inspiration and reclaimed materials for creative and environmentally resourceful making, teaching & living. Our nonprofit shop, gallery, and workshop space promotes creative reuse, recycling, and resource conservation by diverting valuable materials from the waste stream and

Death & Life at Mt. Moriah Cemetery

Mt. Moriah main gate, where Kingsessing dead-ends at 62nd St. 6191 Kingsessing Avenue, Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

Uncle Bobbie’s Presents: 2nd Annual bell hooks Symposium

Greene Street Friends School 20 W. Armat Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for an amazing panel discussion about the legacy and work of bell hooks.Join us for the 2nd Annual bell hooks Symposium at Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books. On Saturday September 30, a panel of leading intellectual, cultural, and political voices will discuss bell hooks’ unparalleled impact as a scholar, writer, teacher, mentor, comrade, sister, and friend. Powered by thoughtful critique and deep love, the wide-ranging discussion will include topics such as Black feminism, radical politics, critical education, spirituality, masculinity, and love. The event will be held at Greene Street Friends School and live-streamed on the Uncle Bobbie’s YouTube

Public Kayak Excursion

Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a free guided kayak tour of the Delaware River.Looking for a new adventure? Come join us at Glen Foerd this summer as we explore the beautiful Delaware River by kayak. Kayak excursions will be led by professionally certified guides and are appropriate for all levels of experience. The tour will include an introduction to the basics of paddling and an overview of safety protocols. Our exploration will be in tandem kayaks, so grab a buddy and come join us! Please arrive on time so our staff can deliver the safety talk and get everyone out on the

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Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

2023 Makers Market

Calvary Church 820 Rt. 113, Souderton, Souderton, PA, United States

Calvary Church is pleased to announce our second annual Maker's Market - Join us in celebrating our local maker economy! October 1, 2023 Why a Makers Market? It’s simple: things made by hand are meant to be experienced by hand. No technology can replace the one-to-one contact with the artist behind the masterpiece or replicate a tactile encounter with a macramé plant hanger or handmade piece of jewelry. The value for both the maker and the customer is obvious…we make connections with the maker and with each other to share ideas, provide support, and hang out with friends. We’re inviting

Boston Typewriter Orchestra plays Mt Airy–free!

The 7-person percussion band makes the most of the Royal, Remington and Underwood's at hand. Percussive fun-- first in the spacious, award-winning garden adjacent to WPM Typewriter Shop (11:30 am), then street side at 1:30 pm Sunday, Oct.1. All free and part of the animated Mt.Airy Village Fair -- straddling Greene St at Carpenter Lane. Also -- the real cow, fake foliage, climbable fire trucks, Rocking Horse Rodeo, Willy Nilly's Carshare...and more. Food and Performance! Look for the shopping cart show too! Media contact: Pam WPM Typewriter Shop 267-974-0792

Awbury Farm Market

6336 Ardleigh St 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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.

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Sunday Funday at Awbury

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Sunday Fundays Free and family-friendly activities every first Sunday of the month.  See the goats and chickens, take wellness classes, go on farm tours, get your hands dirty in gardening workshops, and stop by Awbury’s Farm Market for fresh, local produce. The Farm is always free and open to walk and explore, but on Sunday afternoons we host special activities and Awbury staff and partner organizations at The Farm to welcome you. Concert and Barn Dance with Wissahickon Bridge! (a.k.a the Mohr Family Band) At 2:00 enjoy funny and uplifting songs for all ages, then at 2:30 it’s the Barn

Cobbs Creek Park Cleanup–October Edition

Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Avenue Cobbs Creek Parkway & Thomas Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the PMC for some community oriented land stewardship in Cobbs Creek Park!Meet in the parking lot at Thomas Ave along Cobbs Creek Parkway at 2pm. We will provide everything you need. Everyone is invited! For questions, you can reach out to us at info@phillymycoclub.com.Join us on the first Sunday of every month at the same time and location for our community volunteer event!

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Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

Music is My Nature: Fall Jams (Ages 3-6)

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Taught by Melissa Lisbão-Underwood, Certified Suzuki Method teacher at Settlement Music School; Environmental Educator Learning music is great for children’s growth and well-being—it increases brain activity, helps develop physical coordination, and is a healthy way for kids to process and express their emotions. In this weekly outdoor circle, little ones will get to sing, clap and dance together and to use simple instruments that will let them practice basic musical concepts like beat, rhythm, pitch, and dynamics. Melissa has a BA in violin performance and has taught violin to kids of all ages. She learned music through the Suzuki method,

$135 – $155

Botanical Observations: Designing a Sketchbook of Autumn Subjects (10/2-30)

Learn to design a sketchbook spread and fill it with beautiful observations and botanically correct drawings.MONDAYS, OCTOBER 2 – 30 Botanical Observations: Designing a Sketchbook of Autumn Subjects 6:30 – 8:30 PM 5-week virtual series Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator Let’s take a closer look at some of the wonderful natural elements that make up our autumn outdoor world! Join Margaret Saylor virtually to draw (or paint) a new family of specimens each week as you create your sketchbook pages. Not only will you learn about that week’s botanical theme, but you’ll see how these subjects fit into the

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Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park Groundbreaking

Orthodox Street & Delaware Avenue 3150 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate the groundbreaking of a new 10-acre river park in Bridesburg!Join Riverfront North Partnership and the City of Philadelphia groundbreaking for the Robert A. Borski Jr. Park in Bridesburg. The much-anticipated park will transform a former concrete factory into a 10-acre public park with river views, a multi-use lawn, and an upland meadow, restroom, and parking. It is the last of the eight planned parks on the North Delaware River Greenway. The park is owned and managed by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and is expected to be open in 2025.Joining the celebration will be Mayor Jim Kenney; Interim Parks and

Arboretum Volunteer Session

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!

Eco Energy

4099 S Christopher Columbus Blvd 4099 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join YPE as we tour Eco-Energy's biofuels distribution terminal located in South Philadelphia!YPE Philly is teaming up with Eco-Energy to invite you to tour Eco's biofuels distribution terminal in South Philly on Tues, Oct 3rd at 4 PM EST. Come learn about Eco's distribution site, network, and enjoy light refreshments.More about Eco-Energy: https://www.eco-energy.com/ "With three decades of customer-focused solutions, Eco-Energy is driving the energy transition with our low-carbon solutions in the U.S., Canada, and abroad."More about YPE Philly: https://ypenergy.org/philadelphia/ "YPE aims to facilitate the advancement of young professionals in the energy industry around the world through social, educational and civic

Botanical Illustration: Creating a Botanical Sketchbook

Online

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

$180 – $210

The Water’s Edge Gala and Presentation of the 2023 Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE, 19735

The Water’s Edge gala brings together business leaders, supporters of Stroud™ Water Research Center, and experts in the world of fresh water. During this event, the Stroud Center recognizes an individual or organization that has made invaluable contributions to the world of fresh water and presents them with the Stroud Award for Freshwater Excellence. The 2023 SAFE Award will be presented to Laura Turner Seydel, environmental advocate, eco-living expert, and chair of the Captain Planet Foundation. Date and time: Tuesday, October 3, 2023. 6:30 p.m. Registration and cocktails. 7:15 p.m. Lecture and award presentation. 8 p.m. Dinner. Location: Winterthur Museum,

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Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

Little Explorers: The Color of Leaves!

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Why do some trees change colors? Let’s see how many colors we can collect! We’ll also learn how animals start to prepare for the cold weather.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-4. One adult chaperone is required for every two children. For more information, email Leslie Gale, lgale@bartramsgarden.org.  

Curatorial talk: Black Founders and Archives

Join Matthew Skic, curator of Museum of the American Revolution’s Black Founders, to learn how archives help shape a museum exhibition.The documents held in archives like HSP not only provide valuable information for researchers, the objects themselves often become valuable storytelling tools in museum exhibitions. Matthew Skic, Curator of Exhibitions at the Museum of the American Revolution, will share the research and discoveries behind the Museum’s special exhibit Black Founders: The Forten Family of Philadelphia. The exhibition brings together - for the first time - more than 100 historical artifacts and documents to tell the inspiring story of free Black

Beginning Embroidery with Michelle Gibbs

The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn basic embroidery with artist Michelle GibbsJoin artist Michelle Gibbs for a class in basic embroidery techniques. All materials will be provided for the duration of the class, however students are encouraged to bring a hoop or embroidery floss that they'd like to work with.Two part class, October 4th and 11th from 6:00pm-8:00pmTacony 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! Do How

Hail the Mighty Insects! (Fall Course)

Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FALL COURSE: ZOOLOGY SERIES with Professor Greg Cowper at the Parkway Central LibraryWAGNER FREE INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE – FALL 2023 COURSE: ZOOLOGY SERIESHail the Mighty Insects! with Professor Greg Cowper6 Wednesdays from October 4 - November 8, 6:30 - 8:00pmLocation: at the Parkway Central Library, Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine Street (between 19th and 20th streets), Philadelphia. This course meets in the Science and Wellness department (room 202).This course requires pre-registration. Separate registration is required for each student. Sign up here or call 215-763-6529 x14 for assistance. Course DescriptionThis course is an introduction to general Entomology, the study of insects. Insects

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Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

Volunteer – Care for Nature

Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Get hands dirty. Give back to a great cause.

Lunch+Learn Prisoners of Congress: Philadelphia’s Quakers in Exile, 1777-78

Stenton 4601 North 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Author Norman E. Donoghue II will discuss his new book, “Prisoners of Congress: Philadelphia’s Quakers in Exile, 1777-1778.”Bring your lunch to Stenton for a special 'Lunch + Learn' program where author Norman E. Donoghue II will discuss his new book, “Prisoners of Congress: Philadelphia’s Quakers in Exile, 1777-1778.” In 1777, Congress labeled Quakers who would not take up arms in support of the War of Independence as “the most Dangerous Enemies America knows” and ordered Pennsylvania and Delaware to apprehend them. In response, Keystone State officials sent twenty men—seventeen of whom were Quakers—into exile, banishing them to Virginia, where they

Mindfulness in the Garden Fall Meditation Workshop: Internal Weather Check

Practice to check in with our emotional weather mindfully 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

Garden Tenders: How to Start and Sustain a Community Garden

PHS McLean Library 100 North 20th Street, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, United States

Are you involved in a new community garden or looking to start one? Join us to learn what it takes to get a community garden started, and how to keep it going. This is not a gardening class -- we will cover recruiting and keeping volunteers; assessing and finding resources in your neighborhood; garden management; land ownership/security; forming partnerships, and How to Get Stuff Done!  Philadelphia groups who complete the course and meet additional requirements are invited to apply for project support. This class takes place on six Thursday evenings: September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 from 6 - 8

Film Screening: Walled Citizen

InLiquid Gallery in the Crane Building 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us on October 5th, from 6-9 pm, for the fil screening of "Walled Citizen" by Sameer QumsiyehAs a part of the La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall programming, InLiquid invites you to join us on Thursday, October 5th, in the InLiquid Gallery for a screening of Walled Citizen, directed and produced by Palestinian filmmaker Sameer Qumsiyeh.Walled Citizen documents Sameer Qumsiyeh as he attempts to explore the planet as a backpacker defying the restrictions of movement imposed on him as a holder of one of the world's weakest ranking passports. Over the period of 3 years,

Philly Story Fest

BOK 1901 S Ninth St., Unit 601A, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The best stories from our city told live on one stage.What:Philly Story Fest brings journalists and locals together for a night of art, entertainment and storytelling by and for the people of Philadelphia. Think of it as a podcast, but live and on stage at the historic BOK building.Storytellers:Journalists, writers, editors and radio producers from Al Día, Billy Penn, The Philadelphia Citizen, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Magazine, Spotlight PA, Root Quarterly, WHYY News and WURD go behind the scenes of their reporting, inviting readers into a world they’ve only observed from the outside. Plus surprise performances, live music, art, drinks

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Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

First Friday Stakeholder Tour

Cheltenham Avenue & Tookany Creek Parkway Tookany Creek Pkwy & E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour of Tacony Creek Park. Our First Friday tour series is intended to introduce community stakeholders and partner organizations to the park, trail and creek, demonstrating the natural beauty of this under appreciated community green space, noting the challenges of this urban watershed park and talking through strategies for rallying support for this incredible community asset. We will meet at the northernmost end of the trail. We will walk south to the end of the trail and have vehicles staged to return our guests to our starting point. Please dress for the weather and wear

Hansberry Garden & Nature Center Collective work hours

The Hansberry Garden & Nature Center 5150 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

One of two weekly work sessions (the other is Sunday from 3-5 p.m.) for Hansberry Garden & Nature Center's Garden Collective. The Hansberry Garden and Nature Center builds community by offering organic gardening, educational programs, and fresh, wholesome produce to an underserved neighborhood.

Twilight in the Garden: A Benefit for Bartram’s Garden

Twilight in the Garden is the annual gala to benefit Bartram’s Garden and the year’s largest fundraiser. Join us to celebrate this beloved public space and ensure its continued growth. Join us for a festive night of great company, an unparalleled setting, and deep gratitude as we gather in honor of this legendary landscape. You and your guests will enjoy: A magical choose-your-own adventure evening, with options for everything from sunset garden tours to cozy riverfront fire pits Silent auction featuring travel, artwork, private experiences, and more! Autumnal cocktails and seasonal treats

A closer look: Manuel Hernandez – Opening reception

FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FRIEDAcommunity is proud to announce Manuel Hernandez first solo show and first exhibition in Philadelphia. FRIEDAcommunity will host an opening reception on Friday 6 October, the first Friday in October, from 6pm to 8pm. The artist was born in Iztapalapa, Mexico City, before migrating as a child to the USA.  Hernandez paints large-scale works that integrate Aztec mythology, indigenous traditions, and symbolism, with contemporary life.  The resulting paintings are shaped like hide paintings and scaled the size of fresco murals, anchoring his work in Native American graphic art traditions, and breaking away from European practices.     100% of the sale proceeds of any artwork during the exhibition

Event Series Night of Lights

Night of Lights

Germantown Avenue

Chestnut Hill Conservancy, the educational center and advocate organization for the appreciation and preservation of the architecture, open space, and history of Chestnut Hill and the surrounding communities, is thrilled to announce that it's much-loved Night of Lights returns to Chestnut Hill on Friday, October 6, for a nine-evening run—this year's event will spotlight Germantown Avenue between Willow Grove Avenue and Bethlehem Pike. Night of Lights will again transform Chestnut Hill's main street into a vibrant nightly streetscape exhibition of local histories and illuminated architecture, projecting archival images from the Conservancy's and other archives through eight storefront windows. Colorful lights

Free
Event Series Artisan Series- Reserve Tasting

Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Oct. 7, 2023 West Chester, PA

Government Services Building 601 Westtown Road, West Chester, PA, United States

Household Hazardous Waste collection from residents in Chester County and partner counties. AN APPOINTMENT TIME IS REQUIRED!ONE APPOINTMENT PER HOUSEHOLD! No duplicate appointments!NO LATEX PAINT, ALKALINE BATTERIES, ELECTRONICS OR APPLIANCES!You will print your "ticket" at the end of this registration. PLACE TICKET ON DASHBOARD OF CAR DURING THE EVENT. Materials will only be collected from trunk of car or bed of truck. STAY IN YOUR CAR. This is a NO CONTACT event.For more information on acceptable and non acceptable materials, packing your materials, and traffic flow, please visit our website page: https://www.chestercountyswa.org/121/Upcoming-Household-Hazardous-Waste-EventIF YOU NEED TO CANCEL, PLEASE CANCEL THROUGH THIS

A closer look: Manuel Hernandez – Exhibition

FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FRIEDAcommunity is proud to announce Manuel Hernandez first solo show and first exhibition in Philadelphia. The artist was born in Iztapalapa, Mexico City, before migrating as a child to the USA.  Hernandez paints large-scale works that integrate Aztec mythology, indigenous traditions, and symbolism, with contemporary life.  The resulting paintings are shaped like hide paintings and scaled the size of fresco murals, anchoring his work in Native American graphic art traditions, and breaking away from European practices.     100% of the sale proceeds of any artwork during the exhibition go to the artist. In return, we have asked that selected artists schedule time to engage with

Event Series Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm 5501 Germantown AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144 The Germantown Farmers Market invites local food producers and artisan makers to sell their wares in the heart of Historic Germantown!

Fall Sustainability Festival – Community Partner/Vendor Registration

Farnham Park 1648 Baird Boulevard, Camden, NJ, United States

Join us at the Fall Sustainability Festival for a day of fun where families and local partners come together.Fall Sustainability Festival - Community Partner/Vendor RegistrationJoin us for the Fall Sustainability Festival, a vibrant community event celebrating sustainable practices and eco-friendly initiatives. Taking place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at 1648 Baird Boulevard, Camden, NJ 08103, this in-person gathering promises a day filled with fun, education, and collaboration.As a community partner or vendor, this is your chance to showcase your products, services, or initiatives to a diverse audience. Whether you're passionate about renewable energy, fashion, health & wellness, education or families,

Banned Books Brunch Benefit!

Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice 12 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, United States

The BRCSJ Defenders of the Right to Read invite you to our BANNED BOOKS BRUNCH to honor Harmonica Sunbeam & Senator Andrew Zwicker!Our BRCSJ Defenders of the Right to Read invite you to a very specialBANNED BOOKS BRUNCH to honor our dear friends & stalwart alliesHarmonica Sunbeam & Senator Andrew Zwicker!This extraordinary event will directly support our new impactful initiative, the BRCSJ Defenders of the Right To Read which under the strong leadership of our Center's award-winnin' Librarian-in-Residence Martha Hickson & the equally inspirational Andrea Caporale combats censorship, battles book-banning, keeps free people readin' freely in these difficult times for

Badass Women’s History Tour

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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!

Art for the Cash Poor

1400 - 1500 N American Street 1400 -1500 North American Street, Philadelphia, United States

The 23rd annual installment of InLiquid’s Art for the Cash Poor is a Philly-centric affordable art fair – a free and public art sale directly benefiting local artists and craftspeople. All artwork is sold for $250 or less. The festival on North American Street is a featured event of the robust arts corridor that is taking shape along the street. Local arts and community organizations will provide free programming for visitors that day including art and craft-making demonstrations, workshops, and more. Art for the Cash Poor brings together a wide array of artists from diverse backgrounds and voices. Celebrating the

Free

Tacony Creek Park Music & Arts Festival

559 East Olney Avenue & Clarkson Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120 559 East Olney Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

 Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership and Olney Culture Lab of CultureTrust Greater Philadelphia are happy to present the 3rd edition of the freshly dubbed Tacony Creek Park Music & Arts Festival! We are bringing the FREE Festival back on Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 1 pm – 5 pm at the Big Field in Tacony Creek Park. The Big Field is located on East Olney Avenue between Rising Sun Avenue and Tabor Road. Enjoy musical performances from DJ Gully Ranks, City Love, Will Ellsworth, Sumchai, Zaire Best, Precious & Elle Gyandoh. Arts & crafts, nature games, bike rides, books and plants, giveaways, and

Event Series Night of Lights

Night of Lights

Germantown Avenue

Chestnut Hill Conservancy, the educational center and advocate organization for the appreciation and preservation of the architecture, open space, and history of Chestnut Hill and the surrounding communities, is thrilled to announce that it's much-loved Night of Lights returns to Chestnut Hill on Friday, October 6, for a nine-evening run—this year's event will spotlight Germantown Avenue between Willow Grove Avenue and Bethlehem Pike. Night of Lights will again transform Chestnut Hill's main street into a vibrant nightly streetscape exhibition of local histories and illuminated architecture, projecting archival images from the Conservancy's and other archives through eight storefront windows. Colorful lights

Free
Event Series Artisan Series- Reserve Tasting

Delco Arts Week

A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Over nine inspiring, thought-provoking and memorable days, Delaware County will host more than 60 events—including many free to the public—during the fifth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 30 – Sunday October 8, presented by the Delaware County Arts Consortium. Delco Arts Week includes: • Concerts • Dance performances • Festivals • Films • Gallery exhibitions • Kid-centric activities to educate and entertain • Workshops Enjoy events throughout the county, with something for all ages, as Delco artists and performers share their talent, love of

Primex Fall Fest

Primex Garden Center 435 W. Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

The fall season is a great time to celebrate the beauty of nature and spend time with loved ones. And what better way to do that than by attending a fall festival at your local garden center? There will be a wide variety of activities for children of all ages, including pumpkin painting, face painting, and a guess the weight of the pumpkin contest. In addition to the activities, there will also be delicious fall treats available. From hot apple cider to fresh popcorn, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!

Free

Chestnut Hill presents the Fall for the Arts Festival

Chestnut Hill 8000-8600 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The 38th annual Fall for the Arts Festival returns to Chestnut Hill, transforming Germantown Avenue into an outdoor arts and craft marketplace. The popular family-friendly, pet-friendly event features live demonstrations, children's activities, live music, culinary delights, and boutique shopping. The streets between the 8000 and 8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic to provide ample space for visitors and vendors. An urban village, Chestnut Hill is well-known for its lush gardens and trees lining the cobblestone streets of Germantown Avenue, as well as architecture spanning three centuries. “The Fall for the Arts Festival” offers the perfect

Free

Awbury Farm Market

6336 Ardleigh St 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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.

Music is My Nature: Fall Jams (Ages 3-6)

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Taught by Melissa Lisbão-Underwood, Certified Suzuki Method teacher at Settlement Music School; Environmental Educator Learning music is great for children’s growth and well-being—it increases brain activity, helps develop physical coordination, and is a healthy way for kids to process and express their emotions. In this weekly outdoor circle, little ones will get to sing, clap and dance together and to use simple instruments that will let them practice basic musical concepts like beat, rhythm, pitch, and dynamics. Melissa has a BA in violin performance and has taught violin to kids of all ages. She learned music through the Suzuki method,

$135 – $155

Botanical Illustration: Creating a Botanical Sketchbook

Online

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

$180 – $210

Craft Fair & Market Display Workshop with Anne Cecil

North Philly 1800 N. American St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

This hands-on workshop invites participants to bring a small amount of display setup, including products, stands, and collateral to practice effective setups in a learning environment. Each participant will be given a small area to stage their craft fair and market setups. They will be expected to give a brief brand statement to the group and will receive live critique to improve the quality of their displays. At the end of the workshop, participants will walk away with tangible feedback on display setup improvements, strategies for pricing and products, and how to maximize customer interactions at in-person tabling events. Workshop

$45

Craft Fair & Market Display Workshop with Anne Cecil at NextFab

NextFab, 1800 N. American St. 1800 N American St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This hands-on workshop invites participants to bring a small amount of display setup, including products, stands, and collateral to practice effective setups in a learning environment. Each participant will be given a small area to stage their craft fair and market setups. They will be expected to give a brief brand statement to the group and will receive live critique to improve the quality of their displays. At the end of the workshop, participants will walk away with tangible feedback on display setup improvements, strategies for pricing and products, and how to maximize customer interactions at in-person tabling events.

$30

2023 Experience the Estuary Celebration

Switch House at the Battery 1325 Beach Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary at the 2023 Experience the Estuary CelebrationThis year's celebration will take place at the Switch House at the Battery in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, October 12 from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m.Join PDE for an incredible evening featuring cocktail hour, open bar, dinner, silent auction, and the famous raw oyster bar featuring local Delaware Bay oysters.Sponsorship: Please contact Elizabeth for information on how to sponsor the celebration! Click here for the sponsorship form. Schedule:5:00 Reception - Cocktails, Hors d'Oeuvres, and Oyster Raw Bar Open5:00 Bidding Opens - Silent Auction and Wine Pull5:00 Special Demonstrations

Mindful Nature Photography

Canal Towpath 483 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ, United States

This relaxed class combines mindfulness with casual nature photography...Limited space. This class is IN-PERSON.This relaxed class combines mindfulness with basic nature photography so you can focus less on the “perfect picture” and more on capturing your surroundings in a mindful way. No experience necessary; all you need is yourself and your cell phone.Held weather permitting. --Event Type: Mind & Body

Garden Tenders: How to Start and Sustain a Community Garden

PHS McLean Library 100 North 20th Street, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, United States

Are you involved in a new community garden or looking to start one? Join us to learn what it takes to get a community garden started, and how to keep it going. This is not a gardening class -- we will cover recruiting and keeping volunteers; assessing and finding resources in your neighborhood; garden management; land ownership/security; forming partnerships, and How to Get Stuff Done!  Philadelphia groups who complete the course and meet additional requirements are invited to apply for project support. This class takes place on six Thursday evenings: September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 from 6 - 8

Second Thursday at NextFab: Repair Fair

North Philly 1800 N. American St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

We will be welcoming the Philly Fixers Guild’s Repair Fair back to our spaces to help you fix and repair, fix, and assemble your tricky items. Why replace it when you can repair it? This urban volunteer repair outfit will help you fix your stuff, free of charge, and they’re ready for the challenge. Got tangled jewelry, IKEA furniture that needs assembling, or a vacuum cleaner that’s on the fritz? Sit down with one of their volunteers and they’ll help you hands-on with fixing it. While they do have some limits, they encourage a read of their ground rules before bringing in

Free

Philadelphia Birding Weekend

The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The 2nd annual Philly Birding Weekend will be hosted Oct. 13 - 15, 2023! We are bringing back some favorite field trips from last year, such as The Woodlands and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge. We are also adding new field trips, including excursions to the Navy Yard and Belmont Plateau. We hope that you'll consider joining us for another fun weekend of birding in Philadelphia. Registration for Audubon Mid-Atlantic's 2nd annual Philly Birding Weekend will open on Monday, August 21. The registration link will go live at www.phillybirding.com

Hansberry Garden & Nature Center Collective work hours

The Hansberry Garden & Nature Center 5150 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

One of two weekly work sessions (the other is Sunday from 3-5 p.m.) for Hansberry Garden & Nature Center's Garden Collective. The Hansberry Garden and Nature Center builds community by offering organic gardening, educational programs, and fresh, wholesome produce to an underserved neighborhood.

Animals in our Backyard –

FOR ALL AGES Meet the animals! Bring the whole family for our daytime version of our popular Nature at Night program. You don’t have to go to another country or a zoo to see exciting animals; we have them right here in our backyards! In this program, you’ll meet animals from Pennsylvania and learn why they are worthy of some hometown pride. Live animals and taxidermy mounts highlight this exciting experience. Participants learn what behaviors and adaptations are unique to each species and then see the critters up close. About the presenter: Briar Bush Nature Center’s mission is to inspire people of all ages

Event Series Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm 5501 Germantown AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144 The Germantown Farmers Market invites local food producers and artisan makers to sell their wares in the heart of Historic Germantown!

Badass Women’s History Tour

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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!

The Museum for Art in Wood presents Queering Wood Craft: Erotiscium and Craft, an LGBTQIA+ Woodworkers Roundtable Part 7

Online event

The Museum for Art in Wood has launched a series of conversations with queer woodworkers. Haniel Wides, a student at the North Bennet Street School, will lead the next edition of the roundtable discussion with leading queer woodworkers and artists in wood, sharing the ways their lived experience impacts their craft, process, and aesthetic. Join us for this enlightening and fun afternoon. Haniel Wides is a non-binary artist and fabricator from Baltimore, MD, who is currently enrolled in the Cabinetry and Furniture Making program at North Bennet Street School. They strive to approach woodcraft with a socially and historically conscious

Free

GOAT’OberFest 2023

West Laurel Hill Cemetery 225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA

Join Philly's favorite goat squad for our 2023 GOAT'OberFest FUNdraiser at Laurel Hill West Cemetery! 13 Goats, Signature Cocktail, special swag n snack and all kinds of PGP Goat Shenanigans among the changing leaves and spirits of Laurel Hill West! 2024 PGP Goat Calendar Launch AND exclusive swag!

AIDS Walk Philly

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130, Philadelphia, United States

The 37th Annual AIDS Walk Philly continues to serve as the region’s largest HIV/AIDS fundraiser. Philadelphians can be a lifeline for their neighbors and loved ones by participating in the AIDS Walk Philly 5K, raising public awareness and funds for those living with HIV disease in our community. The walk will take place on Sunday, October 15, 2023, along Kelly Drive. Gather at the Art Museum Steps for a morning of fun and meaning for an important cause. Participants can register online and get additional information at www.aidswalkphilly.org or call 215-731-WALK. AIDS Fund provides emergency financial assistance to people living

$50

Awbury Farm Market

6336 Ardleigh St 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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.

Plant Medicines:Healing with CBD/Cannabis for Optimal Health

Holistic Health & Healing Expo The Drexelbrook, Drexel Hill, PA, United States

Discover the healing properties of hemp/cannabis to alleviate common health conditions and restore homeostasis and holistic healthHave you heard about the medicinal properties of cannabis but curious about how this plant can alleviate so many disparate health conditions like, chronic pain, depression, sleep disorders and anxiety? Join us and learn how this incredible plant works naturally with our biology but without harsh side effects. We dive into the science and and expose the truth and how CBD might be the missing link to your natural health journey. *No products will be sold during this event

Music is My Nature: Fall Jams (Ages 3-6)

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Taught by Melissa Lisbão-Underwood, Certified Suzuki Method teacher at Settlement Music School; Environmental Educator Learning music is great for children’s growth and well-being—it increases brain activity, helps develop physical coordination, and is a healthy way for kids to process and express their emotions. In this weekly outdoor circle, little ones will get to sing, clap and dance together and to use simple instruments that will let them practice basic musical concepts like beat, rhythm, pitch, and dynamics. Melissa has a BA in violin performance and has taught violin to kids of all ages. She learned music through the Suzuki method,

$135 – $155

Arboretum Volunteer Session

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!

Botanical Illustration: Creating a Botanical Sketchbook

Online

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

$180 – $210

Global Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference: Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and Resilience

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

Global Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

2023 Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners National Conference

Temple University Student Center 1755 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

Hansberry Garden & Nature Center Collective work hours

The Hansberry Garden & Nature Center 5150 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

One of two weekly work sessions (the other is Sunday from 3-5 p.m.) for Hansberry Garden & Nature Center's Garden Collective. The Hansberry Garden and Nature Center builds community by offering organic gardening, educational programs, and fresh, wholesome produce to an underserved neighborhood.

Bats: The Mysterious Creatures of the Night

Wild Birds Unlimited 100 Evergreen Drive, Glen Mills, PA, United States

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.

Event Series Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm 5501 Germantown AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144 The Germantown Farmers Market invites local food producers and artisan makers to sell their wares in the heart of Historic Germantown!

Badass Women’s History Tour

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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!

Botanical Printing and Indigo Dyeing- Sampling Plant Based Dyes

Green Matters Natural Dye Company 5541 Old Philadelphia Pike, Unit 3, Gap, PA, United States

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.

CiderFest at Woodford Mansion

Woodford Mansion 2300 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Kick off Philly Cider Week with CiderFest at Woodford MansionPhilly’s favorite fall activity returns this weekend with the sixth annual CiderFest at Woodford Mansion. Enjoy a picnic lunch and charcuterie board from Charming Charcuterie (available for purchase at the event) while sipping Philly’s finest ciders, wine and cocktails. Bring a blanket and sprawl out on the lawn and listen to live music with a backdrop of the best leaf peeping Pennsylvania has to offer. Learn how local beekeepers are using the onsite beehive to restore the local bee population. Stroll through the famous mansion during the event to see why

10-22-2023 Penn Valley, PA Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Lower Merion Transfer Station 1300 N Woodbine Ave, Penn Valley, PA, United States

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

Awbury Farm Market

6336 Ardleigh St 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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.

Ladybug Vegan Deli presents Bingo, Beer & Vegan Cheese!

4500 Worth St 4500 Worth Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Our 1st event in our new building! We'll be playing bingo, winning vegan prizes & eating vegan cheese with Love City beer! Tix are limited!!Contact the organizer to request a refund. Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.Join us in the beautiful event space at Globe Dye Works in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia for a fun night of bingo, beer and vegan cheese! Bingo with our fave host Erica Pfluger starts at 8:00pm, and features amazing vegan prizes from local businesses. Enjoy our tasting menu of some extra special limited edition vegan Ladybug cheese & accompaniments, paired with beer from the local