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SUMMARY:Philly DSA's Official Fundraiser for Chris Rabb for Congress
DESCRIPTION:DSA endorsed Chris Rabb for Congress. Chris is a democratic socialist from a long line of freedom fighters. As a five-term state  representative\, he’s stood with workers and tenants—and in Congress\, he’ll fight for universal healthcare and housing\, resist Trump’s cruel deportation agenda\, and end US complicity in genocide and war abroad. Donate here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/dsaforrabb \nWe must be clear about what we’re up against. AIPAC-backed super PACs and outside groups are already pouring millions into this race\, attempting to buy this election and drown out the will of voters. If we’re going to win\, we have to band together to ensure this grassroots campaign has the resources it needs to compete and prevail—not with corporate checks\, but with people power. This campaign belongs to all of us\, and together we can make sure this seat is decided by communities\, not by the highest bidder. \nPlease join us Saturday\, April 11th\, from 6-8pm @ Nikki Lopez to show that socialists are stronger than Super PACS. \n“I am so proud to stand with DSA at a moment that feels more important than ever. We’re fighting for our survival against an ultra-rich elite that’s hell-bent on destroying everything our multiracial working class has built. For me\, this is personal. My ancestors used words like justice and freedom to transform this country\, and today\, I’m proud to continue that legacy alongside communities of righteous struggle. Following in the footsteps of giants like Paul Robeson and MLK is the honor of a lifetime.” — Chris Rabb \n\n\n\n \nThis event is accessible\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT BY\n\n \nPHILLY DSA ELECTORAL\n\n\n\n\nSPONSORED BY\n\n \n\n\nPHILLY DSA\nPhiladelphia\, PA
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/philly-dsas-official-fundraiser-for-chris-rabb-for-congress/
LOCATION:Nikki Lopez\, 304 South Street\, Philadelphia\, 19104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pints on the Preserve
DESCRIPTION:East Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds at the Lenfest Center pavilion. Enjoy refreshments with a take-your-breath-away view. \n \nPair your pint with a… \n…hike! ChesLen Preserve includes nearly 1\,300 acres and more than 14 miles of trails to explore. \n…picnic! Bring a picnic to enjoy with your favorite pint. \n…fun time with friends! Bring a chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a get together with friends and family on the Lenfest Center’s back deck or the covered pavilion. \n*Small snacks will be available for CASH-ONLY purchase.* \nJoin us on the 2nd Saturday of the month\, from April through November.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/pints-on-the-preserve-5/
LOCATION:ChesLen Preserve\, 1199 Cannery Road\, Coatesville\, Pennsylvania\, 19320
CATEGORIES:general,pints on the preserve
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SUMMARY:Sis Walks & Talks (Reschedule Rain Date)
DESCRIPTION:Sis Walks & Talks is a sacred space for women to walk\, talk\, and heal together. Through intentional movement and meaningful conversation.\n\n\nSis Walks & Talks is a community-centered experience designed for women to connect\, reflect\, and grow together-physically\, mentally\, and spiritually. It’s more than just a walk; it’s a safe space for meaningful conversations\, sisterhood\, and self-care in nature. \nThis beautiful trail offers a peaceful\, scenic setting where we can enjoy nature\, move our bodies\, ano engage in uplifting discussions. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nA refreshing walk through nature’s beauty\nOpen and supportive conversations\nLight nutritional snack & water\nA welcoming space to connect with like-minded women\n\nWhy Join? \nSis Walks & Talks is all about showing up for yourself and each other. Whether you ‘re looking for a mindful break\, new connections\, or simply time to breathe\, this is your space.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sis-walks-talks-13/
LOCATION:FDR Park\, South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19145\, United States
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SUMMARY:ensemble132 with Anjoli Santiago
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Arts Center\nin partnership with\nPhiladelphia Chamber Music Society\n& WRTI FM \npresents \nensemble132\nwith Anjoli Santiago \nTEATRO ESPERANZA\n4/11/26\, 3:00pm \n$15 General Admission\, Free for Students & Seniors (60+) \nensemble132 will be joined by Philadelphia storyteller Anjoli Santiago to perform a reimagined bilingual version of Igor Stravinsky’s Petrushka. Experience a classic tale woven with ancestral stories to explore magic\, love\, belonging\, and purpose – featuring original narration\, written and performed by Santiago to complement the score and a performance of chamber works by Latine composers. \nFood and Beverages are available for sale in the Teatro lobby courtesy of EAC’s official concession partner Helados Chupi Chupi. \nThis program was made possible through the generous support of William Penn Foundation\, with additional support from the Presser Foundation\, and Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. \nTICKETS\nEsperanzaArtsCenter.us \nhttps://www.showclix.com/event/gongora-awvj3rl1knl1dtn1jma0cjlapeujiheruxoyhnnkbjjcxf \nPREVIEW VIDEOS\nEnsemble132 performing Petrushka https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ej4Xk_R7h08\nAnjoli Santiago YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheSantiago2185
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/ensemble132-with-anjoli-santiago/
LOCATION:Teatro Esperanza\, 4261 North 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concert,Family-friendly
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SUMMARY:Forgotten North Broad Street
DESCRIPTION:Walk with us up this vein of architectural and historical gold\, from Spring Garden Street to Temple University.\n\n\nOne hundred years ago\, North Broad was THE signature place to live in Philadelphia. Enormous mansions\, such as the Widener home\, a vibrant Jewish neighborhood\, and great high schools that were the pride of this neighborhood. We’ll uncover secrets in and around Temple U\, and learn about famous auto showrooms and car-related factories which lined this beautiful boulevard.After years of decline following World War II\, investment has brought the reopening of the mind-boggling Metropolitan Opera House and the stately yet strange creation of Willis Hale\, the Divine Lorraine Hotel.We’ll start our journey at Rodeph Shalom\, the former site of the only synagogue designed by the architectural genius Frank Furness.Meet at Broad and Spring Garden\, Southeast Corner: 511 N. Broad St.\, North Philly\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123. We’ll walk straight north up Broad Street about 2 miles\, ending at York Street. We will see hidden sights on nearly every block\, so come and be dazzled.***Please note that this will be a one-way trip*** \n \nHidden City Members\, don’t forget to use promo codes to get discounts on tickets! \nQuestions\, concerns\, conundrums? Contact Hidden City project coordinator Alison Zeidman at azeidman@hiddencityphila.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/forgotten-north-broad-street-4/
LOCATION:Broad and Spring Garden\, Southeast Corner\, 511 N. Broad St.\, North Philly\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Toy Taxidermy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A playful twist on classic taxidermy using thrifted and recycled materials!\n\n\nJoin local artist Juls Cheresko (@juliacheresko) for this fun Toy Taxidermy workshop on April 11th\, 2-3:30pm at the resource exchange!  \nToy Taxidermy is a playful twist on classic taxidermy! Using thrifted and recycled materials like forgotten stuffed animals\, frames\, and fabrics\, everyone will leave the workshop with their very own piece of fuzzy wall art. \nAll materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own for an extra personal touch!• Stuffed animal• Frame• Embelishments *To keep with the r.e.’s mission of creative reuse\, please avoid buying new materials for this workshop! There will be extra materials available\, or you can always explore the shop to find more fun (secondhand!) items to purchase for your creations 😉 \nWith some hot glue and whimsy\, you’re guaranteed to leave the workshop with a one of a kind piece!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/toy-taxidermy-workshop/
LOCATION:The Resource Exchange\, 1800 North American Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Counter-Revolutionary Lives - Prisoners of Congress
DESCRIPTION:A Conversation with Norman E. Donoghue II\, historian and author\, facilitated by\nauthor Mark Bowden
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/counter-revolutionary-lives-prisoners-of-congress/
LOCATION:Kennett Library\, 320 East State Street\, Kennett Square\, PA\, 19348\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chestnut Hill Conservancy's Discovering: Chestnut Hill’s Victorian District
DESCRIPTION:The Discovering series\, one of the Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s signature public programs\, spotlights the area’s rich architecture\, history\, and natural beauty through guided tours and lectures\, offering Conservancy members discounted tickets.\nConservancy members enjoy discounted tickets and exclusive access to special events\, fostering deeper connections throughout the Wissahickon watershed. Join today to receive program discounts and help preserve the stories and spaces that define our community.\n \nDiscovering: Chestnut Hill’s Victorian District\nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026\nIn-Person | 2:00–4:00 PM\nRegistration: $20 for conservancy members | $25 for non-members\nLimited tickets available. Advance registration is required.\nThe exact walking tour meeting location will be emailed to registrants approximately two days prior to the event. \nClick here to register.\nThe Chestnut Hill Conservancy invites you to step back into the Gilded Age with Discovering: Victorian Chestnut Hill\, a guided walking tour led by local architectural historian\, lecturer\, and Our Town columnist George McNeely. This in-person tour will explore the “top of the hill” neighborhood\, which flourished after the arrival of the first railroad terminus in Chestnut Hill in 1854\, kicking off the dramatic transformation of this town.\nThat railroad opened the area to Philadelphia merchants and professionals who sought respite from the congestion and pollution of the city. The next several decades saw an explosion in the planning of new streets across nearby farm fields and the construction of proud suburban “villas” in the Italianate and Gothic Revival styles. Some were designed by Philadelphia’s more important architects\, including Samuel Sloan and Theophilus P. Chandler. Many of those houses have survived mostly unchanged\, offering a wonderful opportunity to explore the prosperous “top of the hill” neighborhood that was the center of Chestnut Hill before Henry H. Houston and his son-in-law\, Dr. George Woodward\, developed the West side.\n“The parade of well-preserved Victorian villas along both sides of Summit Street represents a rare glimpse back into the early decades of the Gilded Age and would make a perfect setting for that television series\,” says McNeely.\nThis walking tour will provide insight into the architectural details\, urban planning\, and historical context that shaped this distinctive neighborhood long before the development of Chestnut Hill’s west side.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/chestnut-hill-conservancys-discovering-chestnut-hills-victorian-district/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Spring Sketching: Flowers and Foliage
DESCRIPTION:Explore how to document spring plants as they emerge\, bud\, and bloom.\n\n\nSATURDAY\, APRIL 11 \nSpring Sketching: Flowers and Foliage \n1:00–4:00 PM \nMargaret Saylor\, Botanical Artist and Illustrator \nDraw inspiration from Jenkins! Explore how to document spring plants as they emerge\, bud\, and bloom. Learning not just to look\, but to see your subject is crucial to drawing. Sharpen your skills during this insightful class. Dive into the spring season in the gardens and in the classroom as you work alongside a botanical artist and share your work. \nExplore graphite\, Micron pen\, and watercolor as mediums with a small\, manageable sketchbook. \nAll levels welcome; some drawing experience helpful but not necessary. \nMembers: $55 | Non-Members: $65
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/spring-sketching-flowers-and-foliage/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:For Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17 \nExplore the Arboretum with wildflower expert Dick Cloud. Slow down and look closely at what’s growing along meadows\, wooded paths\, and occasional streamside spots. Enjoy the simple pleasure of seeing the landscape in detail and notice the Arboretum with fresh eyes. In April\, notice the newness of spring as green carpets the Arboretum.\nAll levels of experience are welcome.\nCheck in at the Visitor Center and then meet your guide.\nGroup departs from the Visitor Center at 1 pm\, please be on time\nAll youth must be accompanied by an adult.\nWhat to expect:\nModerate\, 2–3 mile walk\nChanges in grade and walking surfaces\, including pavement\, grass\, gravel\, and rocky trails\nInformal discussion of wildflowers and other natural observations\nRestrooms are available at the beginning and end of the walk\nWhat to wear & carry:\nDress in layers for the weather\nHiking boots or shoes with good tread\nWater and snacks\nHand lens or magnifying glass (optional)\nHiking poles (optional)\nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nMembers (Sign in for your discount!): FREE\nNon-members: $18 per adult; $10 per teen (ages 12-17). The non-member fee includes admission.\nGuest Pass Registrants (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest passes to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in\, or inform them that you are accompanying a Family or higher-level member as their guest. This program is free with your guest pass admission\, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program!\nLibrary Pass Holders: FREE. Please present your Library Pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in for the program. This program is free with your library pass admission\, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program!\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/saturday-wildflower-walk-13/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Tours and Explorations
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SUMMARY:Managing Spring Weeds
DESCRIPTION:Think of what gardening would be like without the world of weeds. Learn to identify the most common annual and perennial lawn and garden weeds using leaves\, flowers\, stems\, and seeds. Focuses on early season weeds and ecologically friendly methods of managing weed infestations. Join the instructor on a walk through the gardens. Class is rain or shine. \nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday\, April 11\, 2026. \n About the Instructor: \nIn his role as an educator at Mt. Cuba Center\, Michael draws from a diverse background in environmental planning\, ecological design\, resource interpretation\, horticulture\, and conservation social science. His education includes a bachelor’s degree in Community and Environmental Planning\, a master’s in Ecological Landscape Design\, and a doctorate in Parks\, Recreation\, and Tourism Management. Also a Delaware Master Gardener\, Michael’s interests are rooted in the exploration of human-environment transactions across spatial\, temporal\, biological\, and social scales; he enjoys discussing these phenomena with others through mutual interests in organic gardening\, restoration ecology\, outdoor recreation\, and scientific research. \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/managing-spring-weeds/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day Weekend Botanical Dye
DESCRIPTION:Learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants. Create an organic textile. All plant based materials included. This unique botanical experience was chosen as an Airbnb original. \nBundle dye with wildflowers and natural botanicals. All plant based and food safe materials included. Organic cotton fabric makes this vegan friendly. Size 16″ v 16″. \nAll ages and abilities are encouraged. Previous years have included expectant mothers\, three generations creating together\, and a memorable group of mothers and sons enjoying printing with flowers using light wooden tools to create percussion as they worked. \nThis workshop takes place on the second floor in studio 16 of Cherry St Pier. Visit the other artist studios and enjoy the pier view. Food and drink trucks available on the pier. \nRegister for six possible time slots on Mother’s Day weekend. Registration ensures materials will be available for you and your group. \nThis is offered Saturday and Sunday 5/9-5/10.  Hour and a half slots are open between 12 and 5/30. It’s a great weekend to be on the pier! \nRegister through Airbnb:\nCraft your own nature-inspired fabric art\nhttps://www.airbnb.com/experiences/6326557?viralityEntryPoint=2&s=76 \nhttps://www.cherrystreetpier.com/artist/bonnie-macallister/
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/mothers-day-weekend-botanical-dye/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Cherry Street Pier\, North Christopher Columbus Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, USA\, 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops
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SUMMARY:Photo Weaving workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever looked at two images and wondered what they might say to each other? In this hands-on workshop\, artist and educator Kara Mshinda will guide participants through the art of photo weaving — a simple\, tactile technique that layers two photographs together using a classic basket weave pattern to create an entirely new image. \nWorking with pre-cut image sets featuring the birds\, flowers\, trees\, and waterways of Bartram’s Garden\, you’ll weave together photographs to create new compositions that blur the boundaries between species\, seasons\, and moments in time. No previous experience needed — just use your hands\, your images\, and your instincts.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/photo-weaving-workshop/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Performance,Classes & Workshops,Family Activities
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T133000
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SUMMARY:Fiber Friends Circle with Whimical Woolies
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we create yarn lanyards to attach with whistles. They will be distributed to our community with Know Your Rights pamphlets.\n\n\nFiber Friends Circle\n \nPlease join us to gather in community and action. Farren from Whimsical Woollies will be leading a fiber craft to create colorful yarn lanyards. These lanyards will be attached to whistles and distributed to our community with Know Your Rights pamphlets. No experience needed. Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your own crochet hooks and/or yarn. Fiber (knitting) circles have long functioned as spaces for political activism\, blending fiber arts with social change. We look forward to meeting you!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fiber-friends-circle-with-whimical-woolies/
LOCATION:525 E Gay St\, 525 East Gay Street\, West Chester\, PA\, 19380\, United States
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SUMMARY:A DEEPLY ROOTED TROLLEY TOUR BY HARRIETTS BOOKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:We takes riders on a highly curated\, deeply immersive tour of Philadelphia’s food\, art\, music & culture scene sponsored by Harrietts.\n\n\nWelcome to A DEEPLY ROOTED TROLLEY TOUR by Harriett’s Bookshop! \n \nA DEEPLY ROOTED Trolley Tour is our three hour\, hop on-hop off tour that celebrates local culture\, history\, music\, and deeply rooted tradition by visiting new and seasoned spaces throughout Philadelphia. \n \nIn 2021\, after threats and harassments\, Harriett’s started trolley tours in a promise to protect and serve ofher local businesses. Four years later the tours continue lifting up hundreds of riders\, businesses\, and organizations each year. \n \nThis year\, Harriett’s honors our very own Shopkeeper\, Jeannine A. Cook who has recently published her debut memoir\, SHUT UP AND READ and novel\, ITS ME THEY FOLLOW\, both books reminds us to stay present to the power that lives in our personal and collective roots. \n \nHosted by the one and only STARFIRE–each tour promises laughter\, reflection\, food\, fun\, connection\, undeniable memories\, and books in support of locally owned businesses. \n \nFEATURED BUSINESSES: \n \nVault + Vine is a beloved Philadelphia gem that seamlessly blends lush greenery\, curated home goods\, and a cozy café experience into one vibrant space. Known for its thoughtfully designed plant shop and welcoming atmosphere\, Vault + Vine invites guests to linger\, whether you’re browsing unique gifts\, tending to your plant collection\, or enjoying a cup of coffee or light bite. With its emphasis on sustainability\, creativity\, and neighborhood connection\, Vault + Vine offers a refreshing\, grounding experience that feels equal parts sanctuary and social hub. \nLocation: 3507 Midvale Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA 19129. \n \nLaser Philly is a neighborhood favorite offering a curated selection of locally made gifts\, home goods\, stationery\, and Philly-inspired apparel. The shop also provides custom laser cutting and engraving services\, making it a go-to spot for thoughtful\, personalized items. With its creative spirit and welcoming vibe\, Laser Philly celebrates local artistry and everyday joy. \nLocation: 829 N 2nd St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19123. \n \nTrunc is a thoughtfully curated gift shop in the Northern Liberties neighborhood of Philadelphia. Founded in 2018 by Dorothea Gamble and Dagmar Mitchell\, Trunc offers a diverse selection of handcrafted\, eco-friendly\, and sustainable goods for home and body from dozens of local artisans. With a focus on quality\, care\, and conscious living\, the shop highlights products designed to support both everyday rituals and a more sustainable lifestyle.. Riders will receive an additional 10% off. \nLocation: 929 N. 2nd Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19123. \n \nUltra Silk Gallery + The Silk Tent is a vibrant contemporary art space on Lancaster Avenue that celebrates global and local voices through richly curated exhibitions\, cultural artifacts\, and visual storytelling. The gallery showcases rotating art installations that reflect ancestral beauty\, identity\, and creative dialogue\, offering visitors a soulful place to explore\, connect\, and be inspired. Ultra Silk Gallery brings thoughtful expression and cultural pulse to West Philadelphia. \nLocation:  3859 Lancaster Ave.  \n \nPlant and People is a mother-daughter owned plant shop and community wellness space rooted in care\, ritual\, and everyday joy. It blends houseplants\, plant education\, and a slow-living ethos—inviting folks to reconnect with nature\, breathe deeper\, and tend to themselves as thoughtfully as they tend their plants. The space often hosts workshops and gatherings centered on growth\, healing\, and community. \nLocation: 4501 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia\, PA 19131 \n \nLove and Liberty Style Boutique is a beloved Black-owned lifestyle boutique in Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties that celebrates culture\, expression\, and craftsmanship. Inspired by global travels and rich heritage\, the shop curates waist beads\, crystals\, custom grillz\, apparel\, and accessories that feel personal\, bold\, and rooted in joy and identity. With a warm\, inviting vibe and pieces that tell a story\, Love & Liberty is a place to discover meaningful adornments that uplift spirit and style. \nLocation: 1009 N Marshall St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19123. \n \nDope Botanicals is a soulful herbal apothecary and plant-based wellness shop in the heart of Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square. Created by sisters Nakia and Taahirah Stith\, this intentional a’plant’ecary blends ancestral herbal wisdom with modern care\, offering handcrafted tonics\, tinctures\, teas\, and elixirs made from organic and wildcrafted herbs. It’s a place to slow down\, connect with plant medicine\, and support your mind\, body\, and spirit the way nature intended! \nLocation: 257 S 20th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19103 \n \nSweet 45 is a unique dessert bar in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood that combines creative ice cream\, water ice\, and pastries with a DJ-powered listening room\, featuring vinyl records and a vibrant atmosphere. It offers unique flavors\, house-made toppings\, and serves as a cultural hub for DJs\, blending indulgence with music and community \nLocation: 2000 N. Front Street Philadelphia\, Pa 19122 \n \nHarriett’s Bookshop is an avant-garde\, community-centered bookshop honoring the legacy of Harriett Tubman by uplifting women authors\, artists\, and activists. The shop offers a curated selection of new\, used\, and rare books for both adults and children\, creating space for reflection\, learning\, and liberation. Riders receive a complimentary journal. \nLocation: 258 E. Girard Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA 19125. \n \nSTARFIRE is an immersive\, joy-forward host known for a vibrant and deep commitment to community-centered events\, Starfire partners with cultural organizations\, artists\, and educators to create experiences that feel rooted\, intentional\, and unforgettable. Whether for shows\, festivals\, or storytelling on wheels\, Starfire helps move people through the city with care\, rhythm\, and purpose. \n \nALSO EXPECT TO MEET A BEVY OF SURPRISE LOCAL MUSICIANS\, POETS\, MIXOLOGISTS\, & ARTISTS ON ANY GIVEN WEEKEND! \n \nAM RIDE: \n– Start: Harriett’s \n– Trunc (929 N 2nd St) \n– Laser Philly (829 N 2nd St) \n– Love & Liberty Lifestyle Boutique (1009 N Marshall St) \n– Vault + Vine (3507 Midvale Ave) \n– Return to Harriett’s \n \nPM RIDE: \n \n– Start: Harriett’s \n– Dope Botanicals (257 S 20th St) \n– Plant & People (3952 Lancaster Ave) \n– The Silk Tent (3860 Lancaster Ave) \n– Sweet 45 (2000 N Front St) \n– Return to Harriett’s \n \nTour stops are subject to changes at conductors discretion. \n \nHarriett’s Trolley Tour Liability Waiver \n \nBy purchasing a ticket and participating in Harriett’s Trolley Tour\, you acknowledge and agree to the following: \n \nHarriett’s Bookshop and its affiliates are not responsible for any personal injury\, loss\, or damage to personal property incurred during the tour. Participants assume all risks associated with travel\, walking\, and participation in tour activities. Harriett’s Bookshop reserves the right to modify\, reschedule\, or cancel the tour as needed. \n \nBy attending\, you grant permission for photography and video recording\, which may be used for promotional purposes. \n \nParticipation in the tour constitutes acceptance of these terms. \n \nENJOY YOUR RIDE!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/a-deeply-rooted-trolley-tour-by-harrietts-bookshop-7/
LOCATION:Harriett’s Bookshop\, 258 East Girard Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19125\, United States
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SUMMARY:Philly Pigeon Tour - Italian Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for pigeon-focused urban birding tours in the Italian Market area of South Philly.\n\n\nOn our Italian Market Pigeon Tour\, meet the pigeons of the historic market on 9th St and Washington Ave. Your expert pigeon guide will bring you through the historic market and visit nearby established pigeon flocks. You’ll also get to see the market pigeons nesting in old buildings and braving traffic with confidence. \n \nWhat is a pigeon tour?\nOur pigeon tours are 90-minute walking tours\, and are great for all ages. \nTourists will get to experience Philly from a unique perspective. \nLocals will get to see their neighborhood in a new way. \nOn your Philly Pigeon Tour\, your pigeon expert guide will tell you all about the dramatic relationship between pigeons and humans\, including how pigeons have been maligned and redeemed throughout history. \nWe’ll visit a few established pigeon flocks in the neighborhood\, and our guide will teach the basics of birdwatching\, including how to use binoculars. \nYou’ll come away understanding pigeon behavior — and you might even see the elusive baby pigeon! \n \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nbirdwatching technique\, including how to use binoculars like a pro\nthe story of the pigeon-human relationship\, including how pigeons have been valued\, maligned and redeemed throughout history\nhow to interpret pigeon behaviors like cooing and wing clapping\npigeon biology and genetics\, including different varieties\, colors\, and markings\nhow we’re connected to the wider ecosystem\nwhy you never see baby pigeons (you actually do\, you just don’t realize it yet!)\n\n \nAccessibility\nMost tours involve about a mile of movement throughout the neighborhood. We choose routes that are easy to travel\, but construction work may require some detouring. Please email us if you or someone in your party have accessibility needs you’d like to touch base about. We do our very best to accomodate all requests! \n \nParking\nOur tours held in locations near paid parking or near 2-hour street parking. When you register\, location-specific parking advice will be sent to you. \n \nWhat to bring\nPigeon tours are rain-or-shine\, so please bring weather-appropriate clothes\, sun protection\, and a raincoat or umbrella. Bring some water to stay hydrated\, and you may consider bringing cash or Venmo to tip your tour guide. \nIf you have your own binoculars\, we recommend bringing them. If you don’t have binoculars\, we will have a few loaner pairs to share among the group. \n\nNot seeing a tour on the date you want?\nIf you’re looking for a tour on a specific day\, but there’s no tour scheduled\, please email us at hello@phillypigeontours.com to request that we add a tour. If we think we can fill a tour on your requested date\, we’ll add it to the public tour schedule — and we’ll notify you so you can be the first to snag tickets.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/philly-pigeon-tour-italian-market-11/
LOCATION:Get A Gato\, 638 Christian Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19147\, United States
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Guided Hike: Birding and Fair Amount Food Forest Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Fairmount Park Conservancy\, Fair Amount Food Forest\, and birding instructor Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife LLC for a guided bird walk and garden tour in East Fairmount Park.\n\nDate\nSaturday\, April 11 \n\n\n\nTime\n10:30 am – 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nBoxers’ Trail Gateway \n33rd and West Dauphin Street\nPhiladelphia PA 19132 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy\, Fair Amount Food Forest\, and birding instructor Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife LLC for a guided bird walk and garden tour in East Fairmount Park on Saturday\, April 11 from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM. \nWe’ll start out by turning our eyes and ears to the sky as we look and listen for different birds near the Food Forest and along the park edge. This time of year\, Philly’s green spaces are bustling with migrants as well as year-round species. Then we’ll take a tour of the Fair Amount Food Forest\, a community-based\, publicly-accessible\, and educational food forest garden located outside of Woodford Mansion in Fairmount Park. \nABOUT FAIR AMOUNT FOOD FOREST: Fair Amount Food Forest is a community farm and educational garden on roughly two acres in East Fairmount Park\, whose landscape is diversely planted with fruits\, nuts\, berries\, herbs\, and vegetables. The landscape is intentionally planted to mimic a natural ecosystem\, provide healthy produce to residents and volunteers\, and serve as an educational public garden that benefits and engages its local community. \nThis hike is part of our Second Saturday Guided Hike Series. These hikes occur on the second Saturday of every month (April–November). Second Saturday hikes are at various locations. \nABOUT BIRDING INSTRUCTOR: Troy Bynum\, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC\, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia\, PA. Troy’s work focuses on capturing and showcasing the remarkable colors\, intricate patterns\, and rich textures that are abundant throughout the natural world.Troy’s work has been published by Discovery Warner Bros.\, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Grid Magazine\, Northern Virginia Bird Alliance\, The Chestnut Hill Local\, and other regional publications. \nTroy is also an avid birder and experienced guide\, leading regional and international birding tours with Hillstar Nature\, Delmarva Birding Weekends\, DC Bird Alliance\, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay\, and TB Wildlife Photography LLC to name a few organizations. Troy also volunteers as Field Trip Chair for Liberty Bird Alliance where he coordinates and often leads domestic and international birding trips for the members. \nTroy currently lives in Montgomery County with his wife and daughter and loves spending his free time with them birding\, hiking\, biking\, or playing bird-themed board games. \nTICKETS: Free**\, donations appreciated. Registration is required. \n**We are proud to be able to offer these programs for free. However\, there is limited capacity for many programs. Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can take away tickets from others. We ask that you be mindful of this and please only register if you plan to attend. \n\nSPRING 2026 SECOND SATURDAY GUIDED HIKE SERIES SCHEDULE \nPlease continue to check back as additional topics will be added soon. \nApril 11: Birding + Fair Amount Food Forest Tour \nMay 9: Family Hike + BioBlitz with the Philadelphia Zoo \nJune 13: Tree Tour with Andrew Kirkpatrick \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nWe will meet at the Boxers’ Trail Gateway\, located at the corner of 33rd Street and West Dauphin Drive.\nUnlike other birding walks where we hike along trails\, most of the birding at this program will be done near the Food Forest’s garden\, with minimal walking (roughly one mile) to nearby locations to see more if needed.\nProgram is appropriate for adults and mature adolescents.\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good walking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nBring water (drinking water is not available in the park) and a snack.\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms along the hike route so please plan accordingly.\nPlease bring your own binoculars if you have them. If you do not have a pair\, please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org as we do have a limited number available to borrow.\nThis event is part of our Second Saturday Guided Hike Series. The hikes are not dependent on one another so feel free to sign up for one or for more than one!\nSpace is limited in this program and registration is required. If you cannot attend an event\, please show courtesy to fellow parkgoers and try to cancel your registration with advance notice so that someone else can participate.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: We will meet at the Boxers’ Trail Gateway\, located at the corner of 33rd Street and West Dauphin Drive. There is plenty of free parking along West Dauphin Drive. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at 33rd and Dauphin Street – a 2-3 minute walk from the start. The nearest Indego bike station is also at 33rd and Dauphin. \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org \nEnjoy our programs? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org \n\n\n\nThis event will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the event will be canceled\, and attendees will be notified and eligible for a full refund.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/second-saturday-guided-hike-birding-and-fair-amount-food-forest-tour/
LOCATION:Boxers’ Trail Gateway\, 3336 W. Dauphin Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Birding,Hike
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SUMMARY:Family Explorers
DESCRIPTION:FOR ALL AGES\nConnect your family with the outdoors on this fun\, interactive nature exploration designed to spark curiosity and wonder. Using simple tools like magnifying glasses\, you will uncover the Arboretum’s plants\, animals\, and other seasonal highlights that bring the woodland trails to life.\nAbout your guides: \nForest Knight is one of Tyler’s Lead Educators. They help run Tyler’s field trips and summer camp programs. They have a love of nature and have worked in the outdoor education field for 4+ years. \nBarbara Frank is a PA Master Naturalist\, a Tyler-trained docent\, a yoga teacher\, an artist\, and a true lover of nature in all of its manifestations. She leads tours for children and adults. \nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nThis program is best suited for elementary school-aged children accompanied by an adult. Family and siblings of any age are welcome. All children must be accompanied by a registered adult.\nCheck in at the Visitor Center\, where you’ll meet your guide. As with any walk at Tyler\, sturdy shoes are suggested. PLEASE NOTE: Strollers may not be ideal on some of our trails. We recommend a carrier if you plan to bring an infant or young child. Weather or other factors may adjust the day’s topic\, but nature will always shine through! In case of inclement weather\, the tour will move indoors.\nMEMBERS:  FREE\nNON-MEMBERS: $18 per adult; $10 per child ages 3-17; children two and under are free and do not need to be registered. Admission is included in your price\, so feel free to stay the day!\nGUEST PASS HOLDERS: (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest passes to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in\, or inform them that you are accompanying a Family or higher-level member as their guest. This program is free with your guest pass admission\, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program!\nLIBRARY PASS HOLDERS: FREE. Please present your Library Pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in for the program. This program is free with your library pass admission\, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program!\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/family-explorers-14/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Tours and Explorations
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SUMMARY:Transdisciplinary Climate Exchange: MACH Design Research Network Convening
DESCRIPTION:A day of exchange centered around the necessary “mess” of interdisciplinary meeting required to understand and address climate risks.\n\n\nA lively\, celebratory day of exchange centered around the necessary “mess” of interdisciplinary meeting required to understand and address coastal transformation in the face of climate risks. The day will bring practitioners across disciplines together alongside students to meet\, entangle perspectives and approaches\, ask questions\, and hopefully emerge with fresh information and perspectives to support them in the continuation of their work. Students will gain insights into how their design and planning studies might translate into real-world practices after graduation.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/transdisciplinary-climate-exchange-mach-design-research-network-convening/
LOCATION:Meyerson Hall\, 210 South 34th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rabb for Congress PA-3 Coordinated Canvasses (City-Wide)
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRabb for Congress is coordinating with endorsing organizations across the the district to host multiple canvassing events* each weekend leading up to May 19th. \nJoin your neighborhood canvass or come to a new part of the city and talk to voters about why you support Rep. Chris Rabb and why they should too! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n4/11 Saturday with Reclaim in West & Southwest | 12:00am – 3:00pm | TBA\n4/11 Saturday with Reclaim in Roxborough | 10:30am – 1:30pm | Gorgas Park\, 6300 Ridge Ave\n4/11 Saturday with DSA & 2nd Ward Dems in South East of Broad | 11:00am – 2:00pm | 1026 S 6th St\n4/11 Saturday with DSA in West Philly | 11:00am – 2:00pm | Location TBA\n4/12 Sunday with DSA in South West of Broad | 11:00am – 2:00pm | DiSilvestro Rec Center\n4/12 Saturday with Vote the Ridge in Roxborough | 10:30am – 12:30pm | 510 Acorn St\n4/18 Saturday with DSA & 2nd Ward Dems in South East of Broad | 11:00am – 2:00pm | 1026 S 6th St\n4/19 Sunday with Reclaim in South East of Broad | 11:00am – 2:00pm | Mifflin Square Park\, 500 Wolf St\n4/19 Sunday with Vote the Ridge in Manayunk | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | TBA
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/rabb-for-congress-pa-3-coordinated-canvasses-city-wide/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:VU PHL & Climate Action PA
DESCRIPTION:VU PHL is partnering with Climate Action PA for a block clean up in Brewerytown along with other Earth Day activities!\n\n\nClimate Action PA provides communities with the tools and knowledge to advocate for climate change and environmental justice! \n \nWhat we will be doing on Saturday\, April 11th\, 10:00AM – 1:00PM: \nVU in partnership with Climate Action\, will complete a block clean up along with information on how to make a larger impact in your community. \nNotes ahead of the event! \nPlease fill out the waiver prior to attendance\, which can be found here. Some copies will also be availble to sign at the event. \n \nParking & Transportation \n\nParking: Street parking is available on 27th\, 26th\, and W Thompson Streets.\n\n\nSEPTA: Route 15 Trolley/Bus\, bus routes 48\, 32 to 27th and Poplar\, then a 5 minute walk; 7 bus to 27th and Girard then walk to Thompson Street\n\n \nA note about cancellations: \nI f your schedule changes and you can no longer make it\, please email volunteeringuntappedphl@gmail.com ASAP to let us know. This way your spot can be given to someone else on the waitlist. THANK YOU!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/vu-phl-climate-action-pa/
LOCATION:Together Skateboarding & Cafe\, 1301 North 27th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19121\, United States
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SUMMARY:Creating Paper Botanicals: Trillium
DESCRIPTION:Mt. Cuba’s premier collection of native trilliums provides a spectacular floral display each spring. Capture the ephemeral nature of trillium in this unique paper botanical workshop. Learn basic botanical components of trilliums while creating a realistic paper replica of two pedicellate trillium species – one erect and one nodding\, Trillium grandiflorum and Trillium erectum. Join instructor Cynthia Woodsong\, a North Carolina Master Naturalist whose work focuses on making paper replicas of US native flowering plants as botanically accurate as possible. \nNo previous experience is needed but good finger dexterity and steady hands are helpful. All materials will be provided for a pot with two plants. \nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday\, April 11\, 2026. \n🥬 Gift or take home\n🥬 New class  \n About the Instructor: \nCynthia Woodsong holds a certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration from the North Carolina Botanical Garden\, UNC Chapel Hill and is a member of the North Carolina Guild of Natural Science Illustrators. Her work focuses primarily on making paper replicas of flowering plants native to the eastern United States\, as botanically accurate as possible. The paper botanicals may be placed in clay pots or other containers or added to her botanical plates rendered in watercolor or colored pencil. Cynthia’s work can be seen at woodsongbotanicals.org. \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/creating-paper-botanicals-trillium/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Birds at Rittenhouse Square with BirdPhilly
DESCRIPTION:Get a chance to see some early spring migrants!\n\n\nPlease join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Spring Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours\, depending on the location\, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths. \nAll events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular use\, field guides\, and apps if needed. Everyone is welcome to stay for as long or as short a time as they like. Restroom access is limited or unavailable. Check the weather and dress for comfort. These events will happen rain or shine; cancel for downpours and storms. \nToday’s walk will begin at the main entrance of the Philadelphia City Institute on Locust Street at 10:00 am. \nThe Free Library loans out Birding Backpacks\, containing binoculars\, field guides and trail maps at ALL locations! A limited number of Birding Backpacks will be available at each walk. \nFor questions\, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/birds-at-rittenhouse-square-with-birdphilly/
LOCATION:Philadelphia City Institute\, 1905 Locust Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Soil Watercolor Painting Workshop - Borski Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of art in the park!\n\n\nPrehistoric humans made their paint from rocks and soil\, and we are still creating art with these rich colors today. In this workshop\, you will learn how to make pigments from soils gathered in Borski Park\, and can try painting with soil watercolors!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/soil-watercolor-painting-workshop-borski-park/
LOCATION:Robert A. Borski\, Jr. Park\, 3150 Orthodox Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19137\, United States
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SUMMARY:Creek Cleanup Day: Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:All tools and supplies will be provided\, including work gloves (though you’re welcome to bring your own). Please note that restrooms are not available. No plastic water bottles – please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one. \nWhen: Saturday\, April 11th\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere:  Ethel Jordan Park\, 347 Cadwalader Ave #301\, Elkins Park\, PA 19027 \nPlease RSVP: ryan@ttfwatershed.org 215-744-1853
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/creek-cleanup-day-montgomery-county-6/
LOCATION:Ethel Jordan Park\, 347 Cadwalader Ave\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean-ups,Featured,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Nature Photography
DESCRIPTION:Learn techniques using different lighting to your advantage to express emotion in your photos\, tell stories through your photos using varying angles\, and more tips to further develop your skills in the art of capturing nature with a lens. Students should bring a smartphone or other camera they are comfortable using to practice the techniques learned. If you have a tripod and are interested in learning how to better utilize it\, bring it along. Please dress for the weather. \nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday\, April 11\, 2026 (Rain Date: Sunday 4/12). \n About the Instructor: \nDavid Greaves is a biologist at the EPA\, wildlife photographer\, and founder of the Nature Under Your Nose (NUYN) brand. His love for nature and the outdoors was discovered while growing up in the Washington\, D.C. area. He uses his photography and his NUYN brand to encourage people of all ages\, colors\, and backgrounds to explore and enjoy the nature they can find all around them. \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-photography/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Native Plants of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Discover the garden appeal of native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest\, which are not only beautiful and inspiring\, but also critically important for maintaining healthy landscapes. You’ll discover a wide variety of native plants that can fulfill your gardening needs and support wildlife throughout the seasons. In Mt. Cuba’s stunning gardens\, you will have the opportunity to learn how to identify 60 trees\, shrubs\, and herbaceous perennials in each seasonal Native Plants course. You will examine their key identifying characteristics\, preferred growing conditions\, overall size\, and ecological significance. Students who are pursuing the certificate must pass the onsite exam. View the prerecorded lectures at your own pace prior to joining Mt. Cuba staff for scheduled onsite 2-hour garden tours. Tours include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. Dress for the weather. Classes are rain or shine. Six prerecorded online lectures available Monday 3/30. \nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Three garden tours Saturdays: 4/11\, 4/25\, & 5/9; Optional exam: Saturday 5/16. \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/hybrid-native-plants-of-spring-2/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wild & Weedy
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered if the “weeds” growing around you might actually be useful—or even delicious?\n\n\nThis program dives into the world of the plants formerly known as weeds\, revealing their hidden benefits and surprising roles as food and medicine. You’ll learn the basics of foraging\, including plant identification\, seasonal harvesting\, and how to safely recognize and use common edible plants found throughout the Philadelphia area. Perfect for curious beginners eager to see local landscapes in a whole new way—and maybe never look at a sidewalk crack the same again. \nThis program will take place in Room 131 on the First Floor. The final session will take place in the Culinary Literacy Center on the Fourth Floor. \nVisit freelibrary.org/events and search ‘Gardening’ for more information on upcoming programs!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wild-weedy/
LOCATION:Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Water Testing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Community Water Testing. This activity is family friendly for ages nine and up. Healthy communities demand clean water!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/community-water-testing-6/
LOCATION:700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy\, 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T103000
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UID:10030597-1775898900-1775903400@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Walk (4/11)
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your appreciation for nature with a meditation walk.\n\n\nSATURDAY\, APRIL 11 \nMindfulness Meditation Walk \n9:15–10:30 AM \nNadine Kaylor\, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher & Mentor \nDeepen your appreciation for nature with meditation classes. Walk mindfully through the gardens\, notice changes within the seasons\, and connect with the natural world. Each class offers a framework based in mindfulness meditation to reduce stress and anxiety\, increase focus and attention\, and expand your practice. \nAll levels welcome\, no prior meditation experience needed. Classes will be held outdoors with indoor or covered options available for inclement weather. Please dress appropriately with sturdy footwear. \nMembers: $12/class | Non-Members: $18/class \nMindfulness Meditation Walks will be held on Feb 14\, Mar 14\, and Apr 11.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/mindfulness-meditation-walk-4-11/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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