Get ready to unleash your creativity and dive into the fascinating world of art history while sipping on your favorite drinks at the pierArt History, Create, and SipJoin us for an exciting evening of art, creativity, and relaxation at Art History, Create, and Sip! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and explore your artistic side.On Sun Nov 05 2023, starting at 6pm we will gather at 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106 to Learn about the life and art of Yayoi Kusama. We will make art based on her work, enjoy 25% off of

Observe Saw Whet Owl BandingSave the Date for this fun family experience! (This is the new date due to postponing 10/27/23)Observe Northern Saw-whet Owl banding at Rushton Farm and experience nature at night. These tiny owls (no bigger than a soda can) travel through Pennsylvania in the fall in search of ideal overwintering habitat.Learn all about their ecology and conservation from our field scientists, and (hopefully) see an owl up-close. Limit 25 guests.Very Important Things to Remember:We are in a place with heat, running water, etc. BUT, if you want to see owls or go on a night hike, bring

Come join us for a captivating screening of The Oil Machine, followed by an insightful conversation with the director behind it all.“Powerful documentary - essential viewing” Brian Ferguson - Scotsman“A beautiful piece of work, hypnotic & mesmerising and incredibly emotional - I learned so much from watching this” Janice Forsyth, BBC Radio Scotland - Afternoon Show.“…the sheer depth of explanation – from the role played by financial markets, to the real efficacy of certain techniques like carbon capture, to who really owns North Sea oil … – made for a calm, informative, eye- opening experience. To know why COP26 is

A panel featuring Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston of Amber Art and Jane Golden of Mural Arts, Moderated by Li Sumpter.Join us for a special panel discussion moderated by Li Sumpter featuring Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston, of Amber Art and Design and Jane Golden, of Mural Arts. About the exhibition:Amber Art & Design, known for producing murals, public art installations, community engagement processes, educational programming, and arts and culture consultancies in Philadelphia and nationwide, believes in art's capacity to serve as an inclusive platform for critical conversations led by and for community voices. The exhibition will explore themes of

Kids don’t have school on Election Day, so what better way for them to spend a day off than enjoying a day at camp? On Election Day 2023, Awbury Arboretum will be hosting a day of camp from 8:30am-3:30pm, with a full day’s activities: games, hiking, lunch over a campfire (hot dog lunch provided, or you can send your own), s’mores, scavenger hunts, crafts, and time spent exploring nature. Camp will take place rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather. Election Day Camp will be staffed by counselors from Awbury Adventures Summer Camp. Date: Tuesday, November 7Time: 8:30am-3:30pmLocation:

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

Join us for a morning of field work which could include harvesting, weeding, planting, mulching, seeding, and more!THIS WORK SHIFT IS FOR NON-MEMBERS ONLY! IF YOU ARE A MEMBER, PLEASE REGISTER FOR YOUR SHIFT THROUGH THE MEMBER PORTAL. What to expect: You will be working with Alessandro (he/him), who goes by Ali, and Nicole(she/they), the farmers at Awbury, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-opmembers completing working member shifts, and other volunteers. Field work generally involves kneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to theelements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs,

Understand how LEED, Zero Energy Ready Homes, and ENERGY STAR can earn multifamily projects Inflation Reduction Act incentives.Multifamily projects have new resources to help them go green! Join us on November 8 to learn how multifamily projects that meet ENERGY STAR, Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH), and LEED requirements can earn financial incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The webinar will feature the new Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidance on the Section 45L tax credit for energy-efficient new homes. Speakers include: Liz Beardsley, U.S. Green Building Council Jaime Van Mourik, U.S. Department of Energy Rebecca Hudson, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Noontime bird walks.Enjoy an expert guided bird walk during fall migration. If it's raining we will watch the feeders from inside and talk about birds!

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 6 – NOVEMBER 15Fall Wednesday Walkabouts1:00 – 2:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this fall for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, fall foliage, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

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

Take your homeschooling experience to the outdoors with Riverbend Environmental Education Center.Visit Riverbend’s 30 acres to explore animal adaptations, ecosystems, life cycles, and more using hands-on science skills.  During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.Time: Every Wednesday, 2:00 pm -3:30 pmAge: 5-10Cost: $25/person/program, $20/sibling/programMax: 20 participants Minimum: 10 participants for the program to runLesson Overview:Nov 8 - Tour The Aquaponics GreenhouseLearn how Riverbend is using fish waste to grow food, then do some scientific

Tour the unique Gothic & Romanesque Bryn Athyn CathedralJoin us in touring the Gothic and Romanesque Bryn Athyn Cathedral. Built by over 300 local artisans during the height of the American Arts & Crafts Movement using old world craftsmanship, the cathedral is a monument to the Swedenborgian faith and a unique masterpiece. Learn of the details that make this nontraditional mix of architectural styles and materials such a wondrous sight to behold.This private group tour of the cathedral is available through special arrangement, so don't snoose on the opportunity. Meet at 900 Cathedral Rd, Bryn Athyn, PA 19009.Questions, concerns, conundrums?

This staff led afterschool program, guides children (ages 6-12) on adventures in Pennypack Park. Nov. 8, 14, 21, 28 & Dec 5, 12, 19.Youth will be immersed in a different natural science topic each class utilizing multiple learning tools including hands-on. This staff led afterschool program, guides children on adventures in Pennypack Park. We will meet at the Pennypack Environmental Center, then enjoy new adventures each week. Kids can join for one, some or all adventures.Children ages 6-12. This is a drop off only program.$5 per child per day Tentative Adventure ThemesW November 8: Geology Rocks T November 14: CampfireT

Discover the joy of candle making in this workshop with Latoya from Natural Body Essentials, LLC.Discover the joy of candle making in this workshop! Learn to choose scents, blend the wax, and create your own unique candle. It's a creative and aromatic adventure into the world of candle crafting.This is an in person workshop that will be held at our Germantown Outreach Office, located at 326B W Chelten Ave on Wednesday, November 8th from 6:30-8:00pmIntroducing our instructor, Latoya from Natural Body Essentials, a dedicated skincare brand that focuses on providing gentle and chemical-free solutions. Their products are carefully designed to

Don't miss this opportunity to learn innovative ways to cut costs, reduce waste, and promote sustainability from industry leaders!Reusable containers effectively reduce costs and increase sustainability for businesses selling prepared or bulk food. After working to ensure that reusable container use is fully allowed in the Philadelphia health code for food establishments, Circular Philadelphia is now advocating for more reusable container use in food businesses throughout Philadelphia.Join Circular Philadelphia and our partners Tiffin Indian Cuisine, The Rounds and Re:Dish for a seminar to hear from these businesses that have already switched to reusables. Agenda:10 am-10:15 am: Registration and networking10:15 am-10:30

Explore tree identification by key guides and a leaf pigmentation experiment.Learn how to use a simple guide to identify trees by leaf patterns. Collect leaves and make rubbings or drawings of at least 5 species. Learn about the different pigments in leaves and help with a simple experiment to see them.

Explore your relationship to environmental justice and learn concrete ways to include Lenape and other Indigenous people in your work!In this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to meet Native members of the Climate Justice Initiative and dive deeper into the Indigenous mural imagery. Then we will explore our own relationship to environmental justice and ways to include Lenape and other Indigenous people in our work. Participants will leave with direct connections to local Lenape tribes and Native organizations to deepen their own justice work. Featuring Felicia Teter (Natives in Philly), Priscilla Bell Lamberty (Natives in Philly), and Denise Bright

Join us for a Community Workshop for a new mural in the Northeast related to Accessible JusticeJoin us for a Community Workshop for a new mural in the Northeast related to Accessible JusticeJamee Grisby the artist in charge of the mural will be leading this workshop.Participants will be using squeegee art to create a piece based on color, emotion and rhythm. then we will be transforming the piece using paint markers and text to create a message about accessible justice and have a discussion throughout the process. Community Input will be used to create a mural in the Northeast in

A mural dedication celebrating the new Finally on 13th mural that highlights the 30th anniversary of Philadelphia ballroom culture.A dreamchild of applicant Jacen Bowman and the many members of Philly’s Ballroom scene, Finally on 13th celebrates the 30th anniversary of Philadelphia ballroom culture. This mural, designed by Nile Livingston, will stand alone as the Gayborhood’s first mural, honoring this rich practice of Ballroom that has recently become mainstream. The mural is the first in Philadelphia to celebrate black queer culture in a neighborhood steeped with that history which is fast impacted by gentrification. The mural will be dedicated on November

Drawing on the strengths of global engagement in the liberal arts and community-based global learning, identifying next steps together.With particular attention to the intersection of expansive, liberal arts and humanistic academic curricula with experiential global and civic learning, this gathering will focus on the ways in which institutional innovations can intentionally upset historic patterns of exclusion and marginalization. Vitally, our attention is not only on disruption, but also on building forward. Building in favor of robust, critically-informed experiential learning that challenges students to live into their roles as next generation resource stewards and facilitative leaders, co-creating more just, inclusive, and

Join Jonathan Wilson (Associate Professor of Environmental Studies) for a look into his cutting-edge research!450 Million Years of Novelty and Convergence: A Brief History of Plant EvolutionThe evolution of land plants transformed the planet: from providing the basis of complex terrestrial ecosystems, reshaping the physical environment of the Earth's surface, to transforming the chemistry of the ocean and atmosphere. The history of plant evolution—preserved in the fossil record—contains a record of these changes and the plants that drove them, with their surprising morphologies and novel vegetative and reproductive features. In this presentation, Jonathan will explore the evolutionary history of plants,

Come celebrate 20 years of WURD Radio!!The party’s about to be on! Join us on Friday, November 10 for WURD Radio’s 20th-anniversary celebration – an evening of Black excellence and elegance. Hosted at the beautiful Fitler Club in downtown Philadelphia, we’ll get things started at 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception. Grab a bite, share a toast or just come hang out with your favorite WURD hosts. In recognition of this milestone birthday, we’re bringing together the owners of the nation’s three remaining Black talk radio stations – Melody Spann Cooper, owner of WVON in Chicago, Tavis Smiley, owner of

Families are invited to Smith Memorial Playground for an afternoon of free hands-on craft activities at the annual CraftNOW Create! Hosted by CraftNOW Philadelphia, children receive step-by-step instructions and demonstrations on how to create eight unique and delightful craft projects ideal for elementary-age students. This year’s CraftNOW Create features projects from the Asian Arts Initiative, The Clay Studio, Da Vinci Art Alliance, the Museum for Art in Wood, The Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. CraftNOW Create is a rain-or-shine event sponsored by the Joseph Robert Foundation.

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!

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

The Tacony LAB free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Join the crew from the Tacony LAB Community Art Center for a pop up card making workshop/make and take, featuring designs based on the fireplaces of Glen Foerd. Stroll the many rooms and make observations to decorate your personal viewpoint of the fireplaces. This event will take place on location at Glen Foerd, a hidden treasure in Northeast Philadelphia on the Delaware River about 10 minutes drive from the Tacony LAB. Registration is recommended, but not required for this workshop. This is not an instructional work shop but more like a make

Kids Club 6 years old and upLeaf luminaries Paper leaves and glue will be attached to a small vessel, creating a glowing votive for this time of year. Kids Club art class is a two hour art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:30 to 1:30. When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with their child through

Join us in the garden for a community Ginkgo Roast!Join us for the 5th Annual Grumblethorpe Ginkgo Roast on 11/11 from 1-3pm! This year, we will try ginkgo bean curd soup alongside fresh roasted ginkgo seeds and beats from local partners S(tree)tworks, who is even bringing their see saw printing press!

“Rooted in Me” by Yolanda Ward   Using the wonderfully simplistic medium of paper, Yolanda Ward seeks to explore personal stories and watershed moments. Exhibit on display from November 2 through December 19 in the Cope House Gallery. ”I’ve come to this work through many twists and turns. Creating with “All Paper” has become a challenge and the driving factor in my work. The words “What If” are a big part of my creative process. My intent is to see what I can create and what stories I can tell using the wonderfully simplistic elements of paper. On my journey

Pot Profits for Pennsylvanians (P3) invites you to attend a free gathering at Green Meadow Farm on Saturday, November 11, 3-5pm, to learn how state legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis can curtail the power of multi-state corporations and benefit local farms and small businesses. Speakers will include cannabis entrepreneurs and farmers, plant educators, a law enforcement officer, and legislative representatives. Sarah Minder, a P3 Cannabis Ambassador from Pittsburgh, will be offering a sampling of CBD infused appetizers made with organic produce from Green Meadow Farm. Pot Profits for Pennsylvanians (P3) is a program of All Together Now PA to champion

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome Tariq Trotter a.k.a. Black Thought of The Roots as he launches his memoir "The Upcycled Self"UPDATE: Tariq Trotter will be in conversation with Uncle Bobbie's very own, Marc Lamont Hill. In addition, each ticket will come with a SIGNED COPY of The Upcycled Self!!This event will be taking place at Greene Street Friends School.------------From one of our generation’s most powerful artists and incisive storytellers comes a brilliantly crafted work about the art—and war—of becoming who we are.upcycle verbup·cy·cle ˈəp-ˌsī-kəl: to recycle (something) in such a way that the resulting product is of a higher

A gentle immersion into the infinite offerings of one of South Philly's only wild spaces.What will we do?Spend two hours in the company of a certified forest therapy guide who will lead you through a gentle outdoor immersion. Forest Therapy, also known as “Shinrin-Yoku,” refers to the practice of spending time in forested areas for the purpose of enhancing health, happiness, and a sense of awe. The Japanese words translate into English as “Forest Bathing” and refers to bathing in the beneficial compounds which trees emit, such as oxygen and phytoncides. Though the city's Master Plan has caused us to

Join us for a fun and interactive guided tour every second Sunday, starting on November 12, 2023 at 4:00 PM!Back by popular demand: monthly tours of Glen Foerd’s Main House and grounds!Join us for a glimpse into the past, present, and future of Glen Foerd on the second Sunday of the month with a guided tour of the Main House and grounds. This engaging and relaxing walk will provide you with insight into local history while connecting you to the natural space of the Delaware River watershed.

This one-day workshop is perfect for students who want to create something unique and personal that is also functional for everyday use.This one-day workshop is perfect for students who want to create something unique and personal that is also functional for everyday use. Students will learn basic hand building and surface decoration techniques to create a handmade mug. No experience with clay needed! Advanced beginner and intermediate potters are welcome.Sunday November 12th, 12-2pm

Get ready for a day of fall themed fun with food and cocktails, live music, and activities for the whole family at the Philly Flannel FestGrab your coziest flannel and FALL into the fun at The Philly Flannel Fest! 🍂Join us for a day filled with fall delights that'll leave you feeling cozy and warm inside. 🍻Experience tastings from local wineries, distilleries, and breweries. Sip on the best brews, savor tasty wines, and discover the warmth of well-crafted spirits. 🍎Feast on your favorite fare from local food trucks, with flavors that celebrate fall in every bite.All guests are encouraged to

Explore the neighborhood just blocks away from PAFA that so electrified Lynch's imaginationWhen David Lynch moved to Philadelphia in the late 1960, he discovered a city that was both terrifying and inspiring. Explore Callowhill, the neighborhood that so electrified Lynch's imagination, with two guides: Hidden City's Peter Woodall + Lynch/Eraserhood aficionado, Bob Bruhin. During this one-and-a-half hour walking tour, we'll delve into the area's industrial history, as well as the sights and sounds that inspired Lynch's movies, particularly Eraserhead.Questions, concerns, conundrums? Contact Hidden City project coordinator Alyssa Shea at ashea@hiddencityphila.org.

All ages are welcome to join us for a reading about Lenape history and changing seasons!Join us in the sunroom of the Main House for a reading of When The Shadbush Blooms, by Carla Messinger and Susan Katz. This story is told from the point of view of a modern Lenni Lenape girl as she connects with her history by watching the seasons change. There are many plants and animals pictured in this wonderful story that you may recognize on the grounds of Glen Foerd today...including the shadbush itself, also known as the serviceberry!

Enjoy a concert featuring mandolin and domra at Jenkins!SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music2:30 – 3:30 PMMusicians: Alexey Alexandrov and Ekaterina SkliarThis unusual duo of mandolin and domra will perform an eclectic program of their transcriptions and arrangements. Explore folk, classical, and contemporary repertoire with the visual delight of the forest. This concert is a collaboration between Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens and Allegro Music Consultants.Members: $25 | Non-Members: $30

Join us as Ed Zwicker, III & Ed Zwicker, IV regale us with the history and grandeur of the famous "White City"/Chestnut Hill Amusement Park.Springfield Township Historical Society's Fall FundraiserHISTORY IN MOTIONAn Evening at Chestnut Hill Park, presented by Ed Zwicker, III and Ed Zwicker, IV

How can we work together to reinvent Philadelphia’s news ecosystem so that all of its residents feel seen, heard, and represented?Join the The Lenfest Institute for Journalism for our 3rd annual two-day gathering, the Reimagining Journalism Summit, where we will engage and galvanize the journalism community to have candid, transparent conversations about goals, accountability, and tangible plans for a more equitable and reimagined future for journalism. We invite you to SAVE THE DATE to your calendar by registering TODAY.Additional details will be provided over the next few weeks. We look forward to having you join us!

Connect with the Historical Society of Pennsylvania's education team to discuss the return of on-site field trips for grades 4-12.On-site field trips for students in grades 4-12 are once again being offered at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania! This meet-up is the chance for previous and newly interested volunteers to connect with the HSP education team to discuss how we can continuously work to improve the experiences of students at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. Our team of dedicated volunteers have been integral to field trips in the past, and we are excited to welcome back those individuals who have

Interfaith Spiritual Care 2023 – Session 4: “Water”Welcome to PA IPL's 2023 Interfaith Spiritual Care zoom series, Journeying Through Active Hope With The Four Elements: Air, Soil, Fire, and Water. Join us on Monday, November 13th at 7:00pm for the next session, which will focus on Water. This is the 4th of 4 online sessions taking place throughout the year.Our 2023 series explores each of the four elements through the lens of Joanna Macy's Active Hope: Gratitude, Honoring Our Pain, Seeing With New Eyes, and Going Forth.This Spiritual Care series provides space for our interfaith work and expressions of our

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

Learn all about composting, while mingling with fellow foodies and veg-heads.It's easy to look at kitchen scraps and yard waste as useless. But these organic materials are waiting to be turned into a valuable resource for your garden.Join us for this special garden social with fellow gardeners across the T4T network. During this meet and greet, you'll learn how and when to apply organic compost to maximize the health of your own garden.You'll even leave your own organic compost to take home. Note: Not a current T4T gardener? No problem! We're always looking for new members in our gardens. Join

Join us online for a fundraiser celebrating and supporting three decades of relentless struggle in Philadelphia and beyond.30 Years of Struggle: Building a Poor People’s ArmyCome join us online for a special evening with the Poor People’s Army (AKA Poor People’s Economic Human Rights Campaign and formerly Kensington Welfare Rights Union), a nonviolent army dedicated to keeping people alive and building a cooperative economy and society. Through movement-generated films and a Q&A, they will share their three decades long history of organizing in Philadelphia and across the country. More on their website: https://www.poorpeoplesarmy.org.

Join us for a morning of field work which could include harvesting, weeding, planting, mulching, seeding, and more!THIS WORK SHIFT IS FOR NON-MEMBERS ONLY! IF YOU ARE A MEMBER, PLEASE REGISTER FOR YOUR SHIFT THROUGH THE MEMBER PORTAL. What to expect: You will be working with Alessandro (he/him), who goes by Ali, and Nicole(she/they), the farmers at Awbury, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-opmembers completing working member shifts, and other volunteers. Field work generally involves kneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to theelements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs,

Noontime bird walks.Enjoy an expert guided bird walk during fall migration. If it's raining we will watch the feeders from inside and talk about birds!

Join us each month for a new adventure in natural sciences. Older Adults. FREE.Join us each month for a new adventure in natural sciences. This month we will take a short hike to learn more about historic Verreeville and it remnants in the Nature Sanctuary. Older Adults. FREE. Registration appreciated at PEC@Phila.gov or 215.685.0470Older Adults. 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

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

Join us at the lab for an easy to learn beginners melt and pour soap making class. This is a one part class.Join us at the lab for an easy to learn beginners melt and pour soap making class. This is a one part class. We will be using cosmetic safe coloring and scents, but please be mindful of any sensitivities you may have to aromas We will be making our soap bars using shea butter and goats milk soap basesThis is a class for adults only, as we will be pouring hot melted soap.One Session from 6:00pm-8:00pm on Wednesday

Join us for Legacy Reclaimed's first Salon Discussion!Wednesday, November 15 | 6PM-8PMBlack Futures is a discussion with our Legacy Reclaimed artists about how art, design, and creative expression serve as powerful tools for reconnecting with cultural heritage, fostering a sense of identity, and inspiring future generations.Speakers: Amelia Carter, Beth Lewis, Li SumpterModerated by Vashti DuBois, The Colered Girls Museum

Bulk Shopping 101 - Tips and Tricks from a Pro!Did you know that you can buy avocado oil in bulk from The Co-op? This workshop will be run by our Mount Airy bulk department manager Juli Cardamone. Attendees will learn the ways to save money when buying in bulk, the benefits, and maybe even a tea recipe or two!This workshop will be hosted at our Germantown Outreach Office located at 326B West Chelten Ave from 6:30-7:30pm.Juli has been a staffer at the co-op for 3.5 years and bulk manager for 1.5 years. Before that she worked as the pet department

A DiscussionJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on November 15 at 7:00pm for a discussion about our society's connection to fossil fuels. Many of our traditional ideas and practices need to be reconsidered to facilitate the swift transition away from fossil fuels to clean energy. We will consider the impact of our built environment, transportation, the natural environment, food, our stuff, disinformation, and individual actions on carbon pollution. We will rethink more sustainable practices that are more consistent with our values.Speaker: Phyllis Blumberg, PhD – Lead PA organizer and Steering Committee for the JEA, Board

LEED subject matter experts will provide an overview of LEED v5, the draft of the rating system and key updates to the LEED program.USGBC members: Attend a webinar on LEED v5 featuring subject matter experts who will provide an overview of LEED v5, the draft of the rating system and key updates to the LEED program. This will be a thought-provoking conversation about how the industry can work together to achieve a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable future.This event is free for all current USGBC members.LEED v5 is part of a global movement towards sustainable building practices, supporting the transition

Learn all about composting, while mingling with fellow foodies and veg-heads.It's easy to look at kitchen scraps and yard waste as useless. But these organic materials are waiting to be turned into a valuable resource for your garden.Join us for this special garden social with fellow gardeners across the T4T network. During this meet and greet, you'll learn how and when to apply organic compost to maximize the health of your own garden.You'll even leave your own organic compost to take home. Note: Not a current T4T gardener? No problem! We're always looking for new members in our gardens. Join

A panel discussion with MAX BERGMANN (Center for Strategic and International Studies), moderated by MITCHELL ORENSTEIN (Penn).Hybrid Event: In-person and online. Zoom link sent to registered attendees.THE PRODUCTION OF FOSSIL FUELS is deeply intertwined not only with the economic interests of large global corporations, but also with the political regimes of powerful autocrats. In this conversation, security expert MAX BERGMANN (Center for Strategic and International Studies) focuses on the case of Vladimir Putin and his attempts to wield fossil fuels as a strategic weapon to undermine opposition to the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. As Europe actively seeks to

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.

Workshop for co-op curious visual designers! How to create rapid response work for our social movements/projects.***Zoom link will be sent to everyone close to the event time.***Join us on Thursday, November 16th, from 6:30-8pm ET, for our next Community of Practice session. It will be tailored for co-op curious visual/graphic designers, as well as other visual artists who do similar work. The topic will be on: Creating rapid response work for our social movements/projects! Definitely a topic with practical skill-sharing, as well, of course, as discussion of our value-based orientation to the work.As per usual, at the start of the

The ecological implications of placemaking, food systems & localismOriginally from Gettysburg PA, architect and chef, Ben Walmer, comes from a family of five generations of fruit growers. It is from this agrarian background that he traces his connections to food and design and the motivation to launch Highlands Dinner Club (HDC) in New York City in 2009. Ben currently lives in central New Jersey and is founding architect and creative director of the NJ/NYC-based interdisciplinary design practice, Broadloom, whose diverse capabilities include design strategy, hospitality design, regenerative food systems design and agricultural master planning. HDC is a mobile social and

Birds in WinterEver wonder what birds visit your feeders in the winter, or if you can attract different species? Learn all about who comes to the feeders and what attracts them to your backyard. Chris, co-owner of WBU Glen Mills, will present a fun quiz at the end of the presentation. All successful responses will be awarded a gift for their birds! Free tickets are available through Eventbrite!

Join us in taking your creation care and advocacy to the next level through community building, civic engagement, and faithful action.The Evangelical Environmental Network's Thriving Creation, Thriving Congregations partners program (co-hosted by The Bywood Community Association and Climate Witness Project) seeks to educate participants on the scriptural basis for environmental care, as well as the relevant science and policy, in order to drive cultural and behavioral change in their congregations and policy change on the local, state, and national level.We are looking for Christ followers in the Philadelphia area who are ready to take their activism to the next level

Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18Photo 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, 11/19Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, and Nov

Kids Club ToddlersClay Pinch Pots made with air dry clayKids Club Toddlers class is a one hour art class for kids from 2 years old to 5 years old. Parents must attend with their child.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 enroll in a Tacony LAB kids class:• You may enroll IN PERSON at the LAB beginning 2 weeks

Bring beautiful blooms indoors this fall!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Autumn Harvest Centerpiece 10:00 – 11:30 AM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Add some autumnal flair to your table just in time for Thanksgiving! Join us for a hands-on workshop to create your own seasonal masterpiece. Play with the colors and textures of autumn as you arrange your centerpiece with flowers, foliage, and dried elements. All materials included. You will go home with one beautiful arrangement for your Thanksgiving table. Members: $45 | Non-Members: $55