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  • La La Lil Jidar Collective Panel Discussion

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

    Join us on October 19th, from 7-9 PM, for a panel discussion with the La La Lil Jidar Collective Please join us on Thursday October 19th from 7 - 9 pm for a panel discussion featuring the La La Lil Jidar collective. Hear how they built the project collaboratively and their hopes and goals. Panelists: Aisha Mershani, Nora Elmarzouky, Tracy Chahwan, Qais Assali (virtual), Ahmed Ahmed, Tara Taraneh, Yaqeen YemeniThis discussion is in conjunction with the solo exhibitoin La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in Palestine, currently on view at the InLiquid Gallery. Aisha Mershani’s (they/them)

  • DANIEL VILLARREAL

    SustainPHL

    The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meet Philadelphia's sustainability community at the annual "Green Oscars"! Be inspired by local heroes. Support sustainability in Philly. Attend the SustaInPHL Awards, an annual celebration for sustainability visionaries to unsung heroes making a difference in Philadelphia. Sample local fare and drinks. Hear inspirational stories from Philly changemakers. See the winners announced live on stage and receive reclaimed wooden awards.

    $30
  • Created, Together.

    Philadelphia Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Mural Arts Institute is proud to announce "Created, Together: A National Assembly for Artists Working with Communities"Created, Together. is a national assembly for artists and creatives working with communities brought to Philadelphia by Mural Arts Institute. This two-day event includes site visits to public art projects throughout the city of Philadelphia, a film screening, and a full day of networking with fellow creatives from across the country. The gathering is open to all who identify as contributors to the creative intersection of art in public spaces. Artists, administrators, community members, policy makers, students and more are welcome. The goal

  • 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

  • A Deep Dig Into Philly’s Eco Arts Village: One Art Community Center

    One Art Community Center 1431-39 North 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A Deep Dig will walk visitors through what 22 years of community building has created in West Philadelphia's One Art Community CenterA Deep Dig will walk visitors through what 22 years of community building has created in West Philadelphia. Visitors will walk away with invaluable insight to bring back to their own communities to stimulate growth and healing. ABOUT USOur mission is to cultivate a space that encourages holistic healing in Philadelphia through art, education, cultural, and community engagement.Our programs are intentionally curated to foster deeper connection to Self, the Earth, and the community. We serve over 10,000 individuals annually.

  • Future Food Right Now

    Cyto Cira Center 2929 Arch Street, Philadelphia, United States

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Macrobiotic Global Institute, The Agrarian Group, and Student Farmers Corp. Presents “We have to make sure that organic products are more readily available to all Pennsylvanians, not just some. We need to make sure that we're sensitive to pricing and we need to make sure that folks understand this is not a niche market, this is the​ market." - Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaking at Rodale Institute on July 21, 2023. Devon, Pennsylvania – Macrobiotic Global Institute (MGI), The Agrarian Group (TAG), and Student Farmers Corp. (SFC) are hosting the first annual FUTURE FOOD Right Now conference

    Free
  • ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour

    Garey Hall, Villanova, PA, USA Garey Hall, Villanova, PA, USA, Villanova, PA, United States

    Join us for a fun-filled, in-person ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour, where we'll explore sustainable practices.Join us for the ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour! Get ready to explore the world of sustainability at Garey Hall, Villanova, PA, USA. This in-person event will take you on an exciting journey to discover innovative solutions for a greener future. During the tour, you'll have the chance to witness cutting-edge technologies, meet passionate experts, and learn about sustainable practices that are shaping our world. From renewable energy to eco-friendly architecture, this event has it all! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to expand

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Bats: The Mysterious Creatures of the Night

    Wild Birds Unlimited 100 Evergreen Drive, Concordville, 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.

  • Photo Walk

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

    Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for these monthly small group sessions. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning various compositional and technical options on the spot.Participants will need to bring a camera, a fully charged battery, and a camera card with space to shoot freely. Photographers with any kind of camera can benefit, but DSLRs are recommended.Rain date: Sunday, 10/22Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, and Nov

  • The Wissahickon as a Watershed: The Anatomy of a Vital Waterway with Stan Kozakowski, Debbie Hoellein & Jim McClory

    Northwestern Avenue Kiosk

    Northwestern Avenue Kiosk Join Debbie, Jim, and Stan on a 2 1/2 mile exploration of the anatomy of one of the Philadelphia Region’s vital waterways. We will see why the flow of the Wissahickon is unlike almost all other waterways in the Northeastern US; understand the different parts of a stream or river, including where different insects and fish might be found and why; and what you can do to help conserve this regional treasure. And we will even show you where people bring their love letters to the Wissahickon. Participants are welcome to bring letters, poems, pictures, and other

  • Nursery Volunteer Day

    Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Volunteers will be weeding, organizing pots, and potting up plants in the greenhouse complex. Registered volunteers will meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited; participants MUST be pre-registered (using link below) in order to partake. Each adult must register individually in order to complete the required waivers. Registration full but would like to still participate? Please contact Kimani Keaton at kimani@bartramsgarden to be added to our

  • Volunteer Shell Bagging Event-October 21st-Philadelphia

    PDE Philadelphia Shell Recycling Area at Philadelphia Renewable Bio-Fuels Facility Penrose Ferry Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate National Estuary Week by helping PDE bag oyster shells so that they can used in restoration projects and support clean waters!Partnership for the Delaware Estuary has been collecting oyster shell from Philadelphia restaurants since 2022. Generally, spent oyster shells go to landfills, but with our recycling program shells are going back to the Delaware Bay.Oyster shells are important for baby oysters and the entire aquatic ecosystem. Oysters are ecosystem engineers and a keystone species in the Delaware Bay. These awesome shellfish not only filter our water but oyster reefs are important habitat for lots of local wildlife. By returning

  • They Didn’t Know We Were Seeds – Family Wellness Retreat (rain date)

    Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Mothers, gather your family and meet us beneath the trees for our 3rd Annual family wellness retreat.Black Girls With Green Thumbs calls mothers from across the Philadelphia region to gather together to release and unwind. On Saturday, October 21st we invite you and your children to immerse yourself in nature for the 3rd Annual They Didn't Know We Were Seeds: Family Wellness Retreat. At the retreat you and your family will: be free to let go nurture curiositybreak through loneliness Together with other women and their children, you will enjoy a beautiful day of restoration and exploration in the woodlands

  • Restoration Volunteer Work Day

    Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Connect with nature and make new friends while we work together to improve the health and biodiversity of our 365-acre forest through invasive plant removals, native species plantings, and trail maintenance projects. We recommend participants come prepared wearing long pants and sturdy boots. Please bring your water bottle and a pair of gloves if you have them. No experience necessary – we provide tools, instructions, and gloves if needed. Registration required.

  • The Rail Park – Three Mile Vision Tour

    2700 Pennsylvania Ave 2700 Pennsylvania Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Friends of the Rail Park for a walking tour covering the Three Mile Vision for the Rail Park.On this tour, you’ll learn about the history and ecology of the Rail Park, and its potential to become a greenway connecting 10+ Philly neighborhoods and thousands of residents. Each tour begins at 10 AM and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note that this is a linear walking tour, extending 2 miles.We will begin at the corner of 27th and Pennsylvania Streets, and end at Phase One around 12th and Callowhill Streets. We do not loop back to the starting point

  • Saturdays In The Park

    Martin Luther King Park / Yosko Park / Donegan Elementary School / Madison Park / McNamara Park 433 Carlton Avenue, Bethlehem, PA, United States

    Saturdays in the Park is a safe, welcoming space for community members to engage in activities that promote physical and mental wellness.Saturdays In The Park is a program of regular pop-ups in the community green space to provide community members with opportunities to reduce stress, increase connection, build skills and connect with community resources. By offering these pop-ups in coordination with Southside Clean Up events, we can continue to build community connections, nurture relationships, and streamline access to services, all of which are shown to be effective mitigators of stress, anxiety, depression and trauma.We will have snacks, water, art supplies

  • WOW EXPO

    Plymouth Meeting Mall 500 West Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

    Connect to the Holistic Community by attending the WOW EXPO in the Greater Philadelphia Area! Pre Register Today for EARLY BIRD $5 TicketsEnjoy a Day of Wellness Saturday, Oct 21 10am -6pmAt The WOW EXPOExplore the World Of Wellness Natural Health Expo in Plymouth Meeting, PA. This community Expo will be held in Plymouth Meeting Mall. Our all-day event includes:The WoWellness PavilionEnjoy Holistic Demos or speak with one our 30+ local and regional Holistic Healthcare and Functional Medicine Practitioners including Chiropractic, Nutrition, Essential Oils, Homeopathy, Wellness Services, Herbal & Many Other Wellness Supplements. Mother Earth Marketplace Connect to the Community

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Alternative Media and the Solidarity Economy

    PhillyCAM, Ranstead Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA 699 Ranstead Street, #1, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come join us at Alternative Media and the Solidarity Economy, where we'll explore new ways to empower communities and challenge the status qAlternative Media and the Solidarity Economy Join us for an exciting event at PhillyCAM in Philadelphia, PA, USA! We're diving deep into the world of alternative media and its role in the solidarity economy. Discover how independent media platforms are shaping narratives and empowering communities. From grassroots journalism to community radio, we'll explore the diverse ways alternative media is challenging the status quo. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn how you can contribute

  • 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.    

  • Flavors of FDR: Food Market Tasting Tour

    FDR Park Boathouse South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Take a tasty tour of the Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park! DATE Saturday, October 21, 2023 TIME 10:45am - 12:30pm LOCATION FDR Park Boathouse 1500 Pattison Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and the Vendors Association of FDR Park for a tasty tour of the Southeast Asian Market on October 21 from 10:45 AM–12:30 PM. South Philly is home to a vibrant Southeast Asian community, with many Khmer, Lao, Vietnamese, and Thai residents who have enjoyed FDR Park for decades! During the warmer months, vendors set up outdoor stalls selling street food, bubble teas and iced

  • Rittenhouse Town: Making Paper, Making History

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Tour Historic RittenhouseTown and participate in papermaking at America's first paper millOn this HC Field Trip, we visit Historic RittenhouseTown for a tour of the grounds, including the 1707 Homestead, 1753 Bake House, and a papermaking workshop.Established in 1690 along Paper Mill Run, a tributary of the Wissahickon Creek, the Rittenhouse Mill was the first paper mill in British North America. Around it, bloomed the early industrial community known as Rittenhouse Town. Working with rags from Germantown residents, the Rittenhouse Mill made paper that was sold to printers in nearby Germantown, Philadelphia and New York for use in Bibles and

  • 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.

  • KAPWA Community Day

    Palumbo Park 723 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join KAPWA’s Filipino artists at Palumbo Park for an afternoon of food, performance, and community care!From contemporary aesthetics to traditional expressions, Neill Catangay's exhibition "KAPWA" offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of perspectives that make up our shared human experience.Celebrate those shared human experiences with KAPWA’s Community Day Saturday, October 21 from 12pm-4pm! Join KAPWA’s Filipino artists at Palumbo Park (723 Catharine St) for an afternoon of food, performance, and community care.

  • CiderFest at Woodford Mansion

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

    Kick off Philly Cider Week with CiderFest at Woodford Mansion

  • Aark in the Dark 2023

    Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center 1531 Upper Stump Road, Chalfont, PA, United States

    Join for tricks, treats and adventures with our education animals.Explore the Witch’s haunted house, make your own spooky slime, meet our resident owls, and much more! We have two events scheduled. Please choose the appropriate ticket for your desired time to attend and bring your ticket for easy entrance.Costumes are welcomed and encouraged.Tickets must be purchased in advance of the event as we have to limit the number of tickets to 100 for each time.Tickets are non-refundable.

  • PMS Presents: The Spooky Ukie Market

    Ukie Club on Franklin 847 N. Franklin St, Philadelphia, United States

    October 21st 2-9pm Philly Makers Syndicate returns to Ukie Club on Franklin for The Spooky Ukie Market! Over seventy vendors from near and far, food, and live music will fill the field at 847 N Franklin St.! Featuring: Zorn Hex Head (BOS) On the Water Ugli Diuretic Stick around for live nighttime programming from local video ghouls @luthersmidfrightsnack. All ages, outdoor event with indoor bar. 🙀🕯️ 🎃

    $2 – $8
  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • WeWalk PHL Saturday Walking Group

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Saturday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 3pm between September 2 and October 28, 2023.   We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks. Launched as a pilot program in 2017, We Walk

  • Black Harvest Dinner

    1225 East Street Road, West Chester, PA, USA 1225 East Street Road, FarmerJawn, West Chester, PA, United States

    FarmerJawn's "Black Harvest Dinner Series" series celebrates black foodways in all their facets!FarmerJawn presents The "Black Harvest" Dinner SeriesThe "Black Harvest" Dinner Series is a remarkable exploration of American farming history, highlighting the often silenced narratives of black farmers whose land was unjustly taken. Over the past century, the number of Black-owned farms has significantly declined, from approximately one million in the early 1900s to only about 30,000 in 2023. This series celebrates black foodways in all their facets, from dedicated growers to ingenious product makers, showcasing the incredible creations brought to life by Black creators. FarmerJawn is committed to

  • Lavender Workshop

    Organic Heirlooms Farm 1537 Dillon Road, Ambler, PA, United States

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

  • Gran Fiesta de los Muertos: Day of the Dead Celebration & Workshop

    FDR Park Boathouse South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Day of the Dead is coming to South Philly with sugar skulls and shining cycles!Fairmount Park Conservancy and Cesar Viveros invite you to “Huey Mikailhuitl – La Gran Fiesta De Los Muertos” – Day of the Dead art workshop and festivities!Participants will learn about the traditions and artistic practices of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos, including a performance from an Aztec dance group, a special sugar skull-making workshop, and an altar-building demonstration using architectural elements of the historic FDR Boathouse. This event will also break the mold of tradition with some exciting new elements never before seen in Philadelphia,

  • Little Sit: Accessible for All Birdwatching

    Fairmount Park Hortucultural Center 100 N. Horticulture Dr., Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for an inclusive birding event that celebrates diversity and birdability! DATE Sunday, October 22, 2023 TIME 8:00am - 11:00am LOCATION Fairmount Park Horticulture Center 100 N. Horticulture Dr. Philadelphia, PA 19131 Fairmount Park Conservancy is thrilled to partner with In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club Philly, Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports (PCAS), and Philly Queer Birders for a special morning of birding on October 22 from 8:00–11:00 AM. This event is intentionally accessible to BIPOC, the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities. Birders seek out diversity in birds, looking for an array of colors, sizes, ages, origins,

  • 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

  • Discover Strawberry Mansion: Neighborhood and East Park

    Boxers’ Trail Gateway 3336 W. Dauphin Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Learn about the past, present and future of Strawberry Mansion and nearby East Park. DATE Sunday, October 22, 2023 TIME 10:00am - 12:30pm LOCATION Boxers’ Trail Gateway 3336 W. Dauphin Drive Philadelphia, 19132 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Judith Robinson on October 22 from 10:00 AM–12:30 PM for a 2.5-mile walking tour to learn about the past, present, and future of Strawberry Mansion and nearby East Park. Strawberry Mansion has always had a close connection to the park. In fact, the neighborhood is named after a prominent place in the park, Historic Strawberry Mansion. Similar to Parkside on the

  • Education Station: Tasting Station in Lucille’s Garden

    Stop by our Education Station in Lucille’s Garden to sample the seasonal bounty from our edible garden! No registration is necessary, and it’s free with admission. Just stop by any time during the hours of 10 am to 1 pm. See you there!

  • Awbury Farm Market

    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.

  • Mushroom Foray at Nockamixon State Park

    7347 Richlandtown Rd 7347 Richlandtown Road, Quakertown, PA, United States

    Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for free public mushroom hunt!**This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider choosing the Donation Ticket option at checkout to give an amount of your choice**Meet at the Weisel Farm House - High Bridge Trailhead at 1pm. After a brief introduction we will break apart to look for mushrooms. If it is your first time and/or you feel like you need guidance you will be able to follow more experienced members. At 3pm we will all meet back at the starting point

  • CiderFest at Woodford Mansion

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

    Kick off Philly Cider Week with CiderFest at Woodford Mansion

  • Field Trips to Independence Seaport Museum

    Ferko Playground 1101 E Cayuga St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    TTF is excited to provide FREE monthly field trips to the Independence Seaport Museum (ISM) on the following Sundays: September 24, October 22, and December 17. Trip schedule below: 1:30pm – Meet at Ferko Playground – 1101 E Cayuga St, Philadelphia, PA 19124   5:00pm – Arrive back at Ferko Playground *This trip is valued at $60 per person. Please notify with 48hrs notice from departure if you are no longer able to attend.   Questions? Call us at 215.744.1853 or email doryan@ttfwatershed.org Register here.  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Español~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ TTF proveerá excursiones mensuales GRATIS al museo del Independence Seaport Museum (ISM) en los siguientes

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • “Sow a Seed, Write a Harvest” Journaling & Gardening Workshop

    1813 Beech Ave 1813 Beech Avenue, Elkins Park, PA, United States

    Get ready to sow seeds of abundance and visualize a fruitful harvest in your journal! Enjoy premium, fresh-squeezed fruit juice by Kalina!Join Kalina, a FarmerJawn Agripreneur Cohort member, as she leads a journaling workshop allowing you to intentionally write your goals. The workshop will also include a gardening exercise, where everyone will plant a seed in a mini pot. Your ticket includes:🧃Fresh-squeezed, homemade fruit juice with Kalina's original recipes. Juices are specially made to support the alleviation of anxiety, rejuvenate your spirit, and give your body the minerals it needs to thrive. All the fruit is seeded and sourced from

  • Divine Seeds

    Atelier Art Gallery 1301 North 31st Street, Suite 2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Led by Tiny Farm Wagon / part of Teaching at the End of TimesDivine Seeds led by Tiny Farm WagonIn her essay, “Rootedness: The Ancestors as Foundation”, Writer Toni Morrison argued that because Black people were disregarded, our ways of knowing were disregarded. Because Black life is often depicted as pathological, we create rituals to honor the wellness practices inherent in Black culture. Join Tiny Farm Wagon for seed planting and collage activities. We’ll put our hands in the soil, set intentions, and create art with quotes from Black self-help/wellness gurus, and images from Black culture, Black history, and nature.

  • Biking the Circuit Trail Waterways in September with Lisa Kleiman & Jean McWilliams

    Regal United Artists Parking Lot 3720 Main St, Manayunk, United States

    Regal UA Regal Parking Lot (3720 Main St, Manayunk, PA 19127) Join us for a late summer bike ride along three waterways that link trails in the Wissahickon Valley Park to the Schuylkill River Trail, all part of the vast Circuit Trail Network. We will meet in Manayunk at the Regal Cinema Lot on Main Street and will head toward Wissahickon Valley Park. We will hook onto the Wissahickon Bike Path and ride along Wissahickon Creek up to Historic Rittenhouse Town, and will then head to Forbidden Drive, where we will ride for a short period of time to view

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Beginning Sewing IN PERSON

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

    Learn how to Sew! Taught by Derek Bakal you will learn how to make a pillowcase and a tote bag over 2 classesLearn the basics of how to use a sewing machine. With teacher Derek Bakal you will be making a pillowcase and a tote bag.Two Sessions from 6:00pm-8:00pm, October 23rd and 30th.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not charge tuition or any sort of fees for any of our classes. Our classes are popular and often have wait-lists. If you enroll in a class, please commit to attending it!How to

  • WILDLIFE WALK

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

    Explore the Nature Sanctuary in search of sights, sounds & signs of wildlife. Adults Only. Free.Explore the Nature Sanctuary in search of sights, sounds & signs of wildlife. Adults Only. Free. Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. This is an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress for the weather and hiking. Photos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If you wish to opt out, please let us

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Book Talk: Our Fragile Moment by Michael Mann

    Perry World House 3803 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A discussion about Michael Mann's new book, Our Fragile Moment: How Lesson's from Earth's Past Can Help Us Survive the Climate CrisisA rapidly warming climate is driving natural catastrophes. Drought, fire, sea level rise, heatwaves, flooding, and storms threaten the wellbeing of people all around the world. As the dangers unfold, global warming becomes a lived experience, and it feels too late to act. In his new book, Our Fragile Moment, Michael Mann turns this climate doomism on its head by looking to Earth’s history for inspiration. Humanity’s inception, and some of its greatest innovations, are the result of large-scale

  • NATURE TOTS: APPLE YUM & HALLOWEEN FUN

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

    Join us for a story, simple craft, short walk & more. Children ages 2-5 years with an adult.Children ages 2-5 years with an adult can join us for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. This month we will be making cider. Kids can dress up in their favorite costume to parade around the meadow as we follow a storybook trail. $5.00 per child. Each participant is asked to bring 4 apples as well. Adults are FREE. Eventbrite fees apply if paying by card. If you'd like to pay by cash or check, those options can be found

  • Lily P.A.D.S

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

    Kids can learn about different types of creepy crawlers and then make their own Bug Hotel.Come out for a session filled with creepy crawly coolness, as we Investigate Insects! We’ll hear about some of our local bug life from our GF Environmental Staff friends, dig & search for some interesting little critters, and then make our very own Bug Hotels!

  • Sewing Q&A with Maryann Evans

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

    Bringing your sewing questions to Maryann Evans and get help finishing or starting projects.Join Artist Maryann Evans for a night of help with your sewing questions. Feel free to bring a project in progress, or start a project with guidance. Come get your sewing questions answered and you could learn how to read a pattern, sew a zipper and more. Basic sewing skills needed - this is a more advanced workshop. 6:00pm-8:00pmIf you have any questions as to what this workshop entails, please call or email us for clarification. Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are

  • 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
  • FABSCRAP PHL Volunteer Session: Wednesday, October 25th, AM session

    Bok 1901 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted with us beforeNote: If you choose to donate, please make sure that you also choose a sorter ticket. FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Philadelphia A to Z

    Wissahickon Valley Public Library Ambler Branch 209 Race Street, Ambler, PA, United States

    Moviehouse Productions presents Philadelphia A-Z: A fascinating lost Philly tale for each letter of the alphabet.Do you like nostalgia? We've got a program for you!Local historian "Radio Rick" Spector presents little known tales about Philadelphia. Learn about Philly's connections to Marian Anderson, the Three Stooges Larry Fine, Anna Jarvis, JFK and more!

  • Nature Flavored Math Home School Program

    Wissahickon Environmental Center 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Puzzles, games, challenges and other fun activities will be our way to engage with a wide variety of math topics.Puzzles, games, challenges and other fun activities will be our way to engage with a wide variety of math topics. The natural environment will be our laboratory for exploring mathematical principles in the real world. We will develop logical reasoning and skills in areas outlined in the Pennsylvania Core Standards for Mathematics: numbers and operations, measurement, probability, geometry, basic algebraic concepts and more. Students with up to an 8th grade math ability may find some challenges but each session will be

  • WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

    WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

    Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

    $10 – $15
  • Pumpkin Carving

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

    Join us for a fun, creative evening of making Jack-O-Lanterns for the next evening's Night Hike!Come out and carve a Jack-O-Lantern that will be on display during the Fall Festival. Compete for prizes for a winning pumpkin in both children and adult categories. All ages are welcome and all supplies will be provided. Come anytime during the above window to carve! You may pick up your pumpkin at the end of the Fall Festival which will take place the next day if you wish to take it home.If you are unable to attend the pumpkin carving night and you would like

  • FRIEDAcommunity Movie Night & Dinner – Warrior Women

    FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A documentary detailing the life of Lakota activist and community organizer Madonna Thunder Hawk, whose career fighting for Indigenous and women's rights has now spanned over 50 years. Through a circular Indigenous style of storytelling, this film explores what it means to navigate a movement and motherhood and how activist legacies are passed down and transformed from generation to generation in the context of colonizing government that meets Native resistance with violence. Warrior Women Genre: Documentary Release date: 2018 Country of origin: US Directors: Elizabeth Castle, Christina D. King Stars: Marcella Gilbert, Madonna Thunder Hawk Language: English Running time: 1h

    $15 – $35
  • Material Time – Opening Reception

    North, West, and South Tower Galleries Park Towne Place, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please join us on October 25 at Park Towne Place for an opening reception and artist remarks in the North, West, and South Tower galleries.We will start in the North Tower gallery and move on to the West and South Tower Galleries as a group. Each gallery will offer an opportunity to hear remarks from the artists and enjoy hors d'oeuvres.About the Show:Inspired by climate systems and the ever-changing landscape, the five artists of Material Time evaluate and deconstruct patterns and forms found in nature. Working with materials and processes that are both natural and human, each artist offers ways

  • WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

    Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

    $10 – $15
  • Nature at Night: Birds of Prey

    FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN AGES 8-17 Meet the hunters of the skies. What makes birds of prey unique among birds? Join Briar Bush Nature Center’s Animal Curator as we explore the incredible adaptations hawks and owls possess to be efficient hunters, including lightweight skeletons, sharp beaks and talons, and silent feathers. You’ll get to touch some real bird artifacts and see some live birds of prey up close! About the presenter: Briar Bush Nature Center’s mission is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to explore and protect nature by encouraging curiosity and scientific inquiry. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please check in at the Visitor

  • Northwest Non-Profit Meet and Greet

    Mt Airy Art Garage, Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, USA 7054 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come out to meet other non-profits doing amazing work in Germantown, Mt. Airy, and Chestnut Hill.Northwest Non-Profit Meet and GreetJoin the Patricia Kind Family Foundation for our first neighborhood grantee meet-up. We want you to connect, network, and learn who is doing what down the block from you! If you are a current grantee, past grantee, or another non-profit PKFF doesn't know, if you serve the North West community, come out. There's free parking in the Acme Lot (Germantown and Sedwick), street/neighborhood parking and a lot next to FitLife ( past Mt. Pleasant Ave) that's also free. PKFF will provide

  • Careers in the Water Industry

    Annenberg Public Policy Center 202 S 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Understanding the Value of Water and the Job Opportunities it CreatesSave the date for The Water Center at Penn’s annual Careers in the Water Industry event, hosted on Thursday, October 26th from 1:45pm to 5:00pm at the Annenberg Public Policy Center. This event is presented in partnership with PennClubH2O, Penn Earth and Environmental Sciences Department, the Center for Science, Sustianability, and the Media (CSSM), the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC), Penn Environmental Innovations Initiative, Penn Career Services, and Wharton MBA Career Management. Learn more about our speakers: Maria AndrewsMaria has been teaching at Penn since 2002 and is currently the

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Fall Festival

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

    Celebrate the season at our family-friendly festival!Enjoy the great outdoors and celebrate the season at our fall festival! This evening will be full of family-friendly activities including but not limited to children's crafts and games, an apparel sale, and a jack-o-lantern lit night hike! The night hike, arts, crafts, and games are free for all. For those wishing to purchase snacks or apparel, we take cash, credit, debit, checks, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. This event will be canceled if inclement weather is predicted. Parking for this event can be found in the South Lot and the festival will take

  • Sustained Advocacy Policy Update Call – October 2023

    LIVE Policy Update CallJoin us for a LIVE Policy call on October 26 at 5pm. This month, we’ll continue our discussion of the DEP’s new environmental justice policy and mapping tool with Abby Jones. Abby is Vice President of Legal and Policy at PennFuture. As Vice President, Abby is responsible for integrating PennFuture's legal, regulatory, and policy activities in furtherance of the organization's mission of protecting Pennsylvania's air, water, and land, as well as empowering citizens to build sustainable communities for future generations.In her role as an attorney based out of PennFuture's Poconos office, Abby's work focuses on water quality

  • Info Session: Walnut Street Community Garden

    345 King St 345 King Street, Pottstown, PA, United States

    Let's grow together! Join us to learn more about the Walnut Street Community Garden.Big things are happening at the Walnut Street Community garden and we want you to be a part of it! Join us to connect with neighbors, learn more about what's growing, and how you can get involved in our vibrant community garden.Snacks and refreshments will be provided, along with time for a Q&A Session with fellow community members. Stop by when you can and stay for however long you'd like at this open house style event. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, this info

  • The Haunting of Hill-Physick House

    Hill-Physick House 321 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A Hill-Physick House FundraiserImmerse in the Halloween spirit at the Hill-Physick House Fall Fundraiser on Thursday, October 26th. Fans of Stanley Kubrik's The Shining, come meet Lloyd the Bartender. Look for the Grady Twins, and experience a Gothic art installation Dark Forest by Heather Ujiie. Lastly, come in costume! The most awesome costumes will win a gift. The Haunting of Hill-Physick House is a fundraiser for PhilaLandmarks to continue preservation and interpretation at our historic houses. Tickets are $50 tax deductible. Purchase tickets online here or call 215-925-2251.This event is sponsored byJohn Milner ArchitectsSociety Hill Civic AssociationOcean Tents & Party

  • Teen Advisory Council – Orientation

    Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center 1531 Upper Stump Road, Chalfont, PA, United States

    Orientation for high school students interested in participating in Aark's Teen Advisory Council program. Read below for more details.Introducing Aark's newest initiative, the Teen Advisory Council. This program is a volunteer opportunity for high school students that allows them to get involved with Aark in a fun and engaging club-like setting. Students will have the opportunity to plan and participate in different volunteering events at Aark, monthly club meetings, fundraising, and wildlife and nature themed outings in and around Bucks County, including the chance to get involved in and learn about local wildlife conservation efforts.This orientation is an introduction to

  • Ghosts in the Garden

    This event is specifically for the families of Bartram Village and the surrounding Southwest Philadelphia. If you are not a resident of this neighborhood, please help us ensure that we have enough candy for the children of our community by choosing a different Halloween event for your family! Late October has long been a time of not only all things spooky, but also honoring loved ones who have passed on in many cultural traditions. Come to the Garden for music, dancing and stilts, goodies, storytime, and crafts, as well as an ancestral veneration aspect. Costumes not necessary but highly encouraged!

  • Cobbs Creek Art Club

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

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

  • Co-operative Business Talk w/ blew & nyambi

    d'griot gallery 51 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come to re-imagine what our future looks like & explore co-operative economics & collective workNyambi & blew kind are joining forces to bring Philly based business folk and other inspired individuals around the co-operative idea table. This is our second gathering, hoping to connect to more dreamers that would be interested before we close the group. Nyambi is a farmer, educator, and business woman of natural body care products. Running shop out of the Cherry St. Pier and having a strong voice in the co-operative movement in Philadelphia.blew kind is a cultivator of community and sustainability through entrepreneurship. She has

  • Opening Reception: The Arts as a Vehicle for Social Change

    The Henry Gallery at Penn State Great Valley 30 East Swedesford Road, Conference Center Building, Malvern, PA, United States

    Celebrate the opening of Camphill Kimberton Village's exhibit at Penn State Great Valley: The Arts as a Vehicle for Social Change.Join us for a dessert reception to celebrate the opening of our latest exhibit with work by individuals from The Camphill School, Camphill Soltane, Camphill Village Kimberton Hills and Frog Hollow Farm.The exhibit will feature artwork from local non-profit organizations who work alongside those with special needs (The Camphill School, Camphill Soltane, Camphill Village Kimberton Hills and Frog Hollow Farm). Come and see a variety of artwork including mosaics, textiles, ceramics, and woodworking. Hear the stories of the artists who

  • WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

    Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

    $10 – $15
  • La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in Palestine

    InLiquid Gallery 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Dr. Aisha Mershani’s work documents nearly 20 years of the Israeli Apartheid Wall, Israeli violence, and Palestinian resistance. This exhibit is a gateway to bearing witness to what the news ignores – the people directly affected by the Wall. This multimedia experience includes photography of and audio storytelling by numerous Palestinian people living behind the Wall. This exhibit aims to educate the wider public, all while using the gallery space to build a broader solidarity community. Weekly events will be organized by the La La Lil Jidar Collective to engage audiences towards the realities on the ground through artistic expression.

    Free
  • Meet Mural Arts Closing Celebration

    Fringe Bar 140 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate the ending of the 25th Annual Mural Month at Fringe Bar !This year to conclude Mural Arts Month we’ve decided to lift the curtain, so to speak, to give the public an opportunity to peer deeper into the organization but giving them the opportunity to meet and interact with our board members, directors, artists and employees in a celebratory setting. As we approach our 40th year, and mayoral election, it’s important we allow the community we serve to address how they feel we can serve them better, and this is a first step. Help us close out the 25th

  • Beach Cleanup, Neshaminy State Park

    Neshaminy State Park, in Bucks County, PA 3401 State Road, Bensalem, PA, United States

    Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem, PA Beach Cleanup Just North of Philadelphia walk the beach cleaning up trash from the tidal Delaware RiverNeshaminy State Park is along the Delaware river. At low tide the beach is exposed and it is pretty nice but their is usually some interesting trash that washes up . On a sunny day you feel like it is the ocean shore but with Philadelphia in the background.Come out to Neshaminy State Parksign a liability waiverget gloves and trash bagswalk the beach cleaning up trashExcel Events now partners with KeepPABeautiful.org, who has provided gloves and bags to

  • Reading Terminal Market Tour

    Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

  • Youth Bike Fridays

    Bike Container

    Come by for free bike rentals, simple repairs, tips, and snacks! Please register in advance.    

  • Final Friday at the Rail Park: A Crafty Halloween

    The Rail Park 1150 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join your neighbors and community members for a crafty, spooky, and family-friendly October Final Friday!Join Friends of the Rail Park for a crafty, spooky, and family-friendly October Final Friday!Just in time for Spooky Season, we'll be hosting an arts and crafts session for our costumed "young" friends of the Rail Park. There will be several interactive stations for getting creative and creepy! We invite families to come in a festive mood and to stay for music and treats (and a few tricks)! Come in a costume and bring a friend!You won't want to miss the last event of the year

  • Halloween Hikes and Hayrides – Friday, October 27

    Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    🌙🎃 Moonlit Forest Halloween Adventure: A Spooktacular Night to Remember! 🎃🌙 Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the heart of the enchanted forest as our annual holiday favorite, the Moonlit Forest Halloween Adventure, returns for another year of thrilling mystique and Halloween delights! Join us on Friday at the enchanting Schuylkill Center for an unforgettable night of spooktacular fun under the moonlit sky. Event Highlights: 🌟 Mystery-Filled Hikes and Hayrides: Embark on an eerie adventure as you wander through our moonlit forest. Keep your wits about you, for the forest is alive with secrets waiting to be unveiled. 🔥

    $13 – $26
  • Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

    Halloween Hikes & Hayrides

    Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education for spooktacular mystery filled hikes and hayrides through a moonlit forest. There will also be an opportunity to enjoy s’mores by the campfire, food trucks, an outdoor movie screening, games and other activities. The event also features an up-close look at some native nocturnal animals to celebrate the spirit of the season! NOTE: Due to limited space, registration is required. Please bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. In the case of inclement weather, we will postpone the event until the following weekend. (Also, members’ tickets are half-price with the PROMO CODE

    $13 – $26
  • Spooktacular Fundraising Party

    Hilltop Books 84 Bethlehem Pike, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a night of wholesome Halloween fun while supporting our Library.With raffles, pumpkin decorating, a costume contest (favorite literary characters?), some wicked treats from Matines, and a cauldron brew, this is a party you don't want to miss. Come in costume or come as you are. Bring the kids, friends/family, or join solo. $25/adult and kids enter for free - each at their own peril, but to the great benefit of our Library branch.Suggested donation of $25.

  • GAD October Fourth Friday: Autumn Night

    5400 Germantown Ave 5400 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    As the days grow shorter and the autumn settles over the city, Philadelphia transforms, bringing in the exciting spirit of the fall festivities season. Amid this seasonal shift, families in Philadelphia are eagerly looking for fun and safe activities for the entire family to enjoy. Germantown organizations are joining forces this October to provide a safe space for children, their families, and the community to come together and enjoy various Halloween festivities. The Germantown Arts District, in partnership with St. Luke's Episcopal Church of Germantown, will be hosting the GAD October Fourth Friday Autumn Nights on October 27, 2023, from

    Free
  • WORLD PREMIERE: Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle

    Community Education Center 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    The Strides Collective Presents: A World Premiere production of Sister of Mine by Kate McGunagle Directed by Jonathan V. Edmondson Assistant Directed by Caitlin Alvarez Honorary Producer: Lauren Hughes Featuring: A - Eliza Waterman Z - MJ Santry Wednesday, October 25 - Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the Community Education Center (3500 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104). Sister of Mine runs approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. About the Play: A and Z, former childhood friends recovering from compulsory heterosexuality, imagine a series of encounters in which they unexpectedly reunite after substantial time apart, exposing longings, secrets, and betrayals. A

    $10 – $15
  • Germantown Art & Sound

    Our House Culture Center 6380 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Support talented artists in the heart of Germantown at this interactive community art show!

  • Lands That Release/Terras Que Libertam- Special Screening

    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Visiting form Brazil, filmmaker Diosmar Filho will be in-person at Scribe Video Center to screen and discuss Terras Que LibertamJoin us for a screening of the documentary film "Lands That Release: Stories of the Cupertinos" co-sponsored by the Ubuntu Center on Racism, Global Movements & Population Health Equity at Drexel University. The screening will be followed by a conversation about land-based resistance struggles in Brazil with Diosmar Filho, co-director and producer of the film, and Dr. Ashley Gripper, faculty at the Ubuntu Center.About the FilmLands That Release/Terras Que Libertam documents the trajectory of the Black Quilombola population living in Chapada

  • HALLOWEEN CAMPFIRE & FULL MOON PARTY

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

    Halloween Campfire and Party for ages 6 &upWalk through the spooky woods to a campfire with stories and songs. Followed by crafts, light snacks & games for the whole family. Suggested for ages 6 & up. This can be a bit scary for the little ones. Costumes are NOT allowed for your safety. Walk through the woods is guided, but on uneven trails. However, the campfire area is accessible for anyone in your group unable to take the walk. (Please let us know in advance) $5.00 per person. Payment is NOT accepted at the door! Spaces are limited and registration

  • Arts on Tap

    Triple Bottom Brewing 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    an evening where the craft brews and art will be on tap ;) featured artists include a musician, singer/songwriter & poet.Artsi partners with Triple Bottom Brewing to bring back our “Arts on Tap” series. On Friday Oct 27th at 7:30pm, join us for an evening where the craft brews and art will be on tap ;) Evening will feature performances by three local artists:Jordan Brown, Singer/SongwriterKeegan Tawa, Musician (Sax & Duduk)MissSpokenPoet, Poet  Each artist set will be paired with a featured libation you can purchase, hand-selected by the brewery and inspired by the performance you will experience. — ABOUT TRIPLE BOTTOM BREWING

  • FREE Tacony Creek Park Bird Walk | Paseo de Aves GRATIS

    Tacony Creek Park, Ramona Avenue & I Street 4528 I St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join TTF for a FREE Bird Walk in Tacony Creek Park, led by Keith Russell of Audubon Mid-Atlantic. Binoculars are provided! Reserve your space here | Reservar su espacio aquí TTF has Bird Guides in English and Spanish, which include a map, a list of bird species found in and around Tacony Creek Park, courtesy of Keith Russell of Audubon Mid-Atlantic, and helpful tips for spotting and identifying birds in the park. The woodlands and meadows that make up Tacony Creek Park provide year-round habitat for over 100 species of birds and other wildlife. The 3.2-mile paved trail that runs

  • Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Each adult must register individually in order to complete the waiver. Parents/guardians must complete registration for individuals 18 and under. Registration full but would like to still participate? Please contact Kimani Keaton at kimani@bartramsgarden to be added to our waitlist.

  • Revival Walks with Mama Carla Wiley

    Tacony Creek Park Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

  • Bike Tour of Bartram’s Mile with Urban Riding Basics

    Bike Container

    Join us for a slow-paced ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail.  The ride will make a few stops, including a short info session about how to properly wear a helmet, use basic hand signals, and an overview of the trail. You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class. Various levels of experience are welcome on the tour and no one will be left behind, but participants should have some basic riding knowledge. For those with no biking experience who are seeking to learn how to ride, check out the Learn-to-Ride

  • Goat Walk and Photography Talk w/Dalanie Franklin

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

    Dalanie Franklin created Photography is Medicine to support veterans and others coping with PTSD. Join us in a special nature focused event.Goat walk and photography talk will start at the Goat Barn promptly at 10 a.m. Please leave 15 minutes to park on Ardleigh Street and find you way to the barn. This area is moderately wheelchair accessible with mostly dirt roads and some small hills. This event is FREE and everyone takes turns walking the goats. There are port o pottys on site and a water filling station but no other food. Any questions please text or call the

  • Parkside Past, Parkside Present: Walking Tour of Neighborhood & Centennial

    School of the Future 4021 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a special walking tour of the Parkside neighborhood! DATE Saturday, October 28, 2023 TIME 10:00am - 12:30pm LOCATION School of the Future 4021 Parkside Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Michael Burch (science educator, community organizer, and founder of the Parkside Journal) for a special walking tour of the Parkside neighborhood on October 28 from 10:00 AM—12:30 PM. Parkside. The name says it all — it’s the neighborhood beside West Fairmount Park. Similarly to Strawberry Mansion on the other side of the Schuylkill, Parkside is where the city grid meets the greenspace, buffered

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Saturday, October 28, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view

    Free – $3
  • Pumpkin Carving Party

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

    Come along to our workshop and learn how to carve amazing pumpkins! We will supply the pumpkin along with all the specialized equipment you need for carving, as well as patterns and ideas to help you make a spectacular pumpkin. This program is for adults and children (8+) as we’ll be using sharp tools. Wear clothes that can get messy!

    $30 – $35
  • 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!

  • Legacy Reclaimed | Guided Tour

    Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church 419 South 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us on Saturdays at 11am for a guided tour throughout the historic 7th Ward.