Join us at Gifts From The Garden for a day of exploring and celebrating all things nature-inspired and handcrafted!Gifts From The GardenCome join us at Life Do Grow Farm with Lady Danni for a fundraiser supporting Urban Creators on May 11th! Together we’ll take a foraging tour around Life Do Grow Farm followed by a DIY take home native seed bomb making workshop - all led by Lady Danni! Tickets are based on a sliding scale - any and all support is appreciated and will directly benefit with work we do for our community at Urban Creators, Life Do Grow Farm.Learn more

We paint a picture of the past, contextualize the present, and envision the future of public space in our city! #PastPresentPossibleWe are the only historic walking tour in Philadelphia that paints a picture of the past, contextualizes the present, and envisions the future of public space in our city!The Three Mile Vision Tour explores the past, present, and future of the Rail Park, highlighting the potential for this project to connect thousands of Philadelphia residents and visitors to green space and each other.This linear, street-level tour is approximately 3 miles in length, beginning at 2700 Pennsylvania Avenue and ending at

Gather at The Watershed Institute for a hike, nature activities, and a picnic lunch!Calling all nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, and wildlife aficionados! Join us for a morning of hiking, shelter building (no prior experience required!), and learning about local wildlife at The Watershed Institute, a 950-acre nature preserve in neighboring Hopewell.The Watershed Institute has a beautiful LEED-platinum-certified nature center, a charming butterfly house, and miles of hiking trails. It also hosts one of the most popular summer camps in the area (selling out registration within a matter of minutes)! A picnic lunch will be served. Please wear sturdy shoes and

Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you can learn how to make your own basic top or dress from scratch!Must bring your own sewing machine!This is a series of how to make your own clothes taught by Tiara Orange. It is recommended you take her "for beginners" classes first before attending these more advance classes. Keep a look out for those classes held on the 3rd thursday every month from 6-8.Anyone participating in the classes will need to bring the required supplies to do the class. Pattern name and number is listed along a with link to

Join FOW and WEC for fun activities and hikes outside of Cedar's HouseAt Cedars House, Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) will have a variety of fun activities related to the “Leave-no-Trace” concept after the morning restoration event at Wissahickon Environmental Center (WEC). WEC staff lead a 1pm nature hike; FOW staff at 2pm. Cedars House will be open for food and drink.

On Saturday, May 11 the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Educator is opening the greenhouse so you can browse through their native plant collection. While their plant sale is typically online, this event gives visitors the chance to shop for Mother’s Day gifts with advice from native plant experts.

The Tacony LAB free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Draw from the beauty of Glen Foerd, such as the fireplaces or stained glass, or be inspired on the grounds of the mansion by the various plant life and other surroundingsGuided by artist Bob Dix, students will create a still life drawing using pencil and paper.Please register so we have an accurate count of supplies. This project may take the full 2 hours, so please arrive at 11 and plan to stay until 1.This event will take place on location at Glen Foerd, a hidden treasure in Northeast Philadelphia on the Delaware

Kids Club 6 years old and upKids Club art class is a 1.5 hour art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:30 to 1:00.Make a greeting card for May! We will be using pipecleaners to create neat designs on the cards.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with their child through this class.Please submit age of child.

In this workshop, participants will create their own sculptures of saproxylic organisms to take home and learn about dead wood advocacy!The term “saproxylic” refers to creatures who depend on dead trees for their survival. These critters are mostly hidden from view inside logs and hollow trunks, but they form a large and diverse multispecies assemblage that is critical to forest health.Saproxylic creatures are under threat worldwide because dead wood is so often removed and destroyed out of a lack of understanding about its role in the environment. This issue is especially pressing in urban areas like Philadelphia, but fortunately we

A roundtable discussion about race, economic status, and where people can live.Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Levittown, Folcroft, Whitman Park, Mt. Airy.A roundtable conversation about race, economic status, and where people can live.Alex Baker, whose parents were the first black family to move to Folcroft, Delaware County will be our guest speaker. Others directly connected or witness to events depicted in the exhibition may also share their experiences, to be followed by time for questions and comments.Each of the communities highlighted in the Rosalind Bloom's "Won't You Be My Neighbor" exhibition experienced attempts at housing integration during the Civil Rights

Cedars House Café Directly following our Love Your Park volunteer service day, we’re ready to celebrate all things Wissahickon! Stop by to learn more about the park and ways you can help keep it clean and beautiful; we’ll have games, a community art project, mini Trail Ambassador talks, prizes, and much more! This is a free event and perfect for families. No need to register – just stop by!

Learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants. Create an organic textile . All plant based materials included.Bundle dye with wildflowers and natural botanicals. All materials included. Organic cotton fabric makes this vegan friendly. Size 16" v 16". Workshop is on second floor in studio 16 of Cherry St Pier. Visit the other artist studios. Food and drink trucks available on the pier.This is drop in so please budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12-4. You do not have to stay 12-4 , but these are the times available fot you to drop in. Registratiion ensures

Visit the Schuylkill Center for a 101 Guide to Gardening with Native Plants, led by Land Stewardship Coordinator, Victoria Holderer. A graduate of Temple University in Horticulture, she has worked in the landscape design and restoration field with a focus on native plants and ecological gardening practices. This class will cover garden design, how to choose your plants, and the benefits of planting native species.

Please join InLiquid, Philadelphia Collage Works, and Collage Philadelphia on Saturday, May 11th for a day of collage at Park Towne Place.5/11, 1 - 4 pmLower Level of Towne Center, Park Towne PlaceInLiquid + Philadelphia Collage Works + Collage Philadelphia + PTP + AIRPlease join us in the Lower Level of Towne Center from 1 - 4 PM on Saturday, May 11th, for a celebration of all things collage! In honor of World Collage Day, InLiquid is partnering with Philadelphia CollageWorks and Collage Philadelphia to celebrate the imaginative, fun, and carefree World of Collage.Choose among four collage activities and create

Get ready to showcase your talent and express yourself at our "An Open Mic Experience" event on May 11, 2024!Calling all poets and poetry lovers! We’re officially back live and better than ever with the third installment of our open mic series, hosted by @mayaisangelique on Saturday, May 11th at 6:30pm!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served, so come join us for a drink and a vibe, on the house!No theme for this event! Just bring your heart and your art! You don’t wanna miss this one!Tickets Online - $10.Tickets at the Door - $15.Important: Due to the intimate

Create Memories This Mother’s Day: Design Jewelry Together in this Mother’s Day workshop! Sun, May 12th, 2024 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Instructed by Newell Catania Class Length: 2 hours Workshop Price: $99.00 per person OR Mother’s Day Special: Buy One, Get One 50% off! Try your hand at jewelry-making at NextFab’s open-to-the-public workshop. This beginner-friendly session provides a hands-on introduction to the exciting world of jewelry design and creation. In this workshop, you’ll: Design and create your piece: Craft a unique pendant, pair of earrings, or keychain to take home and cherish. Learn jewelry-making basics: Gain a fundamental understanding of essential

Learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants. Create an organic textile . All plant based materials included.Bundle dye with wildflowers and natural botanicals. All materials included. Organic cotton fabric makes this vegan friendly. Size 16" v 16". Workshop is on second floor in studio 16 of Cherry St Pier. Visit the other artist studios. Food and drink trucks available on the pier.This is drop in so please budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12-4. You do not have to stay 12-4 , but these are the times available fot you to drop in. Registratiion ensures

Spend a lovely morning on Share's Nice Roots Farm with your fellow School Food Directors!Here's what to expect at our School Food Directors open house:Welcome by Share Food Program Executive Director George MatysikAn introduction to Nice Roots Farm, our quarter-acre urban farm that grows nearly 5,000 pounds of organic produce a yearMeet & greet with Share and Nice Roots staffRefreshments, music and games!Group tour of the Share Food Program warehouse

Join us for 4 weeks of outdoor fun!TUESDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIESJenkins Juniors (Ages 2–5)5/14 – 6/4 | 10:00 – 11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensLet’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this spring! Each class will include a story, scenic strolls, and a creative craft. Our activities will encourage children to embrace their sense of wonder, and adults to rekindle theirs. Each week will have a different theme so join us for one or both series.Suitable for ages 2–5. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult.Registration required for children only. Rain or

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

Join us for an exclusive virtual shopping experience hosted by our Online Store Team!Mendables: Virtual Shopping with FABSCRAP!Join us for an exciting online event where you can celebrate Mendables Week with a fresh collection of mendables and fabrics! Our Mendables are pre-consumer clothing recovered from our clients in the fashion industry.On Tuesday, April 16th at 2pm (EST), you'll have the opportunity to shop a wide range of never-before-seen high quality and designer mendable garments and fabrics from the comfort of your own home. We will be showcasing a selection of mendables, as well as fun fabrics you can utilize for

Join us as we plant out summer crops at the Don Coppedge Village Community GardenJoin us as we plant summer crops like tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumber, eggplants and more in the Don Coppedge Village Community Garden! This garden will be maintained with the help of our SEED Skills participants - young people ages 12-18 who will be learning to garden over the course of the summer. Trellis for Tomorrow will provide everything you need - seedlings, gloves and trowels. If you live in Don Coppedge Village and are interested in receiving produce over the summer, feel free to stop by

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

Learn how to thin your fruit and prevent pest and disease problems later in the summer and support healthy organic fruit productionJose Spellman-Lopez will lead this hands-on workshop on fruit thinning and pest and disease prevention. Support healthy organic fruit production with tips and tricks for spacing your fruits through thinning, without damaging your trees in the process. Other basic tips for spring orchard maintenance will be discussed

Join us as we plant out summer crops at the Walnut Street Community GardenJoin us as we plant summer crops like tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumber, eggplants and more in the Walnut Street Community Garden! This garden will be maintained with the help of our SEED Skills participants - young people ages 12-18 who will be learning to garden over the course of the summer.Trellis for Tomorrow will provide everything you need - seedlings, gloves and trowels.If you live nearby and are interested in receiving produce over the summer, feel free to stop by and say hi! We'd love to chat.

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

Learn how native plantings help protect our water sources in our Gardening for Clean Water Workshop!Gardening for Clean Water WorkshopCome join us at the Imani Village Phase II Meeting Room for workshop to learn about native plants and water.Learn how gardening with native plants can benefit your property, the connection between native plant gardening and clean water, and the potential to decrease the impact of flooding during and after rainfall.Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to make a positive impact on our environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity

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

2024 Champions of Literacy: Get Your Tickets TODAY! We’ll see you on May 16th at 5:30PM form below! More details and photos at the bottom of this page! If you would like to support this event check out our Sponsorship Page! Tree House Books names Lynn Washington, owner of Books & Stuff, the 2024 Champion of Literacy at upcoming event This annual event celebrates literacy and the work of Tree House Books in North Philadelphia PHILADELPHIA, May 2, 2024 – Nonprofit literacy center and giving library Tree House Books is planning their annual Champions of Literacy event on May 19th, 2024

Session on legal considerations for lawyers in supporting the two main forms of worker co-ops: LLCs and Cooperative Corporations. (1.5 CLEs)Calling all co-op curious lawyers! Join PACA and Villanova Law Clinic on Thursday, May 16th, from 6-7:30pm ET for a workshop on legal considerations for lawyers in supporting the two main forms of worker co-ops: LLCs and Cooperative Corporations. This workshop is free and lawyers can now receive 1.5 CLE credits, for attending. The session will be led by co-op experienced lawyer: Komal Vaidya, with short introduction to what cooperatives are: how they are run and their principles, led by

Join us at The Creamery to celebrate the short—but extraordinary—blooming season of peonies and explore the world of flower farming.Join us at The Creamery to celebrate the short—but extraordinary—blooming season of peonies and explore the world of flower farming. Hear from peony expert and owner of Styer’s Peonies Richard Currie about the history of his perennial flower farms, operating for well over 100 years. Learn about what it takes to run a flower farm—from growing peonies, to the equipment and techniques used, to what varieties are best for display. Attendees will receive a voucher to visit Styer’s Peonies at a

Join the People's Budget for a workshop about the City Budget! The workshop is an opportunity to learn more about the budget and create art!Join the People's Budget for a workshop about the City Budget! The workshop is an opportunity to learn more about the budget process and create art about what you want to see funded. Phoebe Bachman from the People's Budget will do a short presentation on how the budget works and answer any questions. Then, you will be invited to create art about your funding priorities.All are welcome.

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

Meet some of the region’s featured creatures and the places you can go to see the diversity of wildlifeTHURSDAY, MAY 16Wild Philly: The Extraordinary Nature of Our Backyard7:00 – 8:30 PMMike Weilbacher, Naturalist, Environmental Educator, and Author of Wild PhillyAmerica’s sixth largest city is home to an amazing abundance of surprising wildlife: the peregrine falcon, the fastest animal on earth; the coyote, a recent immigrant to Wild Philly; the beaver, once vanished and now making an astonishing comeback; and more. Meet some of the region’s featured creatures and the places you can go to see the diversity of wildlife. Learn

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse. We moved to a new space in BOK! We are now in Unit B05A. Please review the directions below for visiting our new space.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted

In celebration of Philadelphia’s Love Your Park Week learn the science of plant identification and some tipsJoin us for a May Tree ID Hike! In celebration of Philadelphia’s Love Your Park Week. Learn the science of plant identification and some tips on identifying native and invasive trees in the Andorra Natural Area of the Wissahickon. Susannah Beckett has worked in forest restoration and native plant gardening for many years. Slow paced, approx 1 mile hike. Moderately difficult.

Join us on Friday May 17th for a Community Paint DayJoin us on Friday May 17th from 5:00-pm-7:00pm for a Community Paint Day. Be a part of the exciting new Mural going up at Russo Park, on the Code Court Building.All are welcome. Be prepared to get messy - as we will be working with paint. Aprons will be provided upon request.Light refreshments and a small make and take activity will be included. Registration is not required, though appreciated for planning.

The Powel House Garden Party – This year’s “talk of the town”! Join us for an elegant evening in the Powel House Garden on May 17th from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Whether you enjoy basking in a beautiful garden, learning about eighteenth-century history, or are a fan of Bridgerton, you’ll find something to love at this event. Enjoy a live violinist (playing everything from Vivaldi to Taylor Swift!), delicious hors d'oeuvres, a signature cocktail or mocktail, and good company on this spring evening. Tickets are $125

This year’s “talk of the town”!Join us for an elegant evening in the Powel House Garden. Whether you enjoy basking in a beautiful garden, learning about eighteenth-century history, or are a fan of Bridgerton, you’ll find something to love at this event. Enjoy a live violinist (playing everything from Vivaldi to Taylor Swift!), delicious hor d'oeuvres, a signature cocktail or mocktail, and good company on this spring evening.Tickets $125

Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, MAY 18Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season while learning about photography! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for a small group session. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot.Participants can use any kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs. Be sure to have a fully charged battery and storage space to shoot freely.Rain date: Sunday, May 19Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, April 20, May 18, and June 15

Tyler Case from Mycopolitan will share tips on growing wood-loving mushrooms at home.Integrating fungi into the garden goes beyond growing mushrooms. Mycelium in the soil mines minerals, distributes water, structures soil, scavenges organic matter, and feeds communities of invertebrates and beneficial microbes. We still have much to learn about how they do it! In today's workshop,Tyler Case from Mycopolitan will share tips on growing wood-loving mushrooms at home, how to use leftover material in the garden, worm bins, and some cutting-edge research into fungal-dominant compost.

Join us Saturday, May 18 for a tour of several local Biodynamic farms.2024 marks 100 years since Rudolf Steiner gave his Agriculture Lectures and launched Biodynamic farming. Kimberton PA is the site of several biodynamic farm operations, and has had an important role in the development of biodynamic farming in America! Come on the tour and learn more about biodynamic farming: see the farms, taste the food, and feel the spirit of these places.We will meet in the parking lot of the Kimberton Waldorf Scool Garden Center410 W SEVEN STARS RD follow road with GARDEN CENTER signBuses will leave at

Kids Club 6 years old and upKids Club art class is a 1.5 hour art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:30 to 1:00.Make yarn art to display.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with their child through this class.Please submit age of child. when filling the form out. If you do not wish your child to

Hosted by TB Wildlife Photography LLCWorkshop DescriptionJoin this introductory photography workshop and unlock the secrets of digital photography! This hands-on course delves into the essentials of Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO, empowering participants with a solid foundation. Explore Exposure Compensation, Auto-Focus, Metering, and more, while mastering important terminology and troubleshooting techniques. Perfect for beginners and seasoned photographers alike, this workshop cultivates the skills needed to capture images with your unique artistic flair. By the end, you’ll confidently use manual settings to photograph wildlife and diverse subjects, applicable across various camera types – DSLR, mirrorless, bridge, and superzoom. Elevate your photography