Dr. Jenny Yang delivers the 2023 VIEST Annual Lecture: Inspired by Nature: Understanding the Chemistry that Powers Our Planet.This event is a part of Energy Week at Penn, a week of energy-focused events across Penn’s campus. Browse and register for other Energy Week events: energyweek.penn.edu Please join us for a reception at the Kleinman Center following the talk!Title: Inspired by Nature: Understanding the Chemistry that Powers Our PlanetAbstract: Our planet is powered by the sun. Through photosynthesis, plants use solar energy along with carbon dioxide from the air and water to form chemical bonds to grow and flourish. We use

W Philadelphia is hosting a Golden Hour event with Luna Maye on Monday, March 20th at 6pm in celebration of the Spring Equinox. Guests will be welcomed to W Philadelphia's WET Deck by a scene and shop floral experience from Wilde & Lovely, while sounds from DJ SYLO will prime the nervous system for the cellular sound bath massage from Luna Maye. Around 7pm, guests will bloom with the Spring Equinox via a sound meditation concert experience. Spatial audio headphones will guide individuals through an immersive, sonic journey by Luna Maye. Soft seating, yoga mats, and chairs will be provided

Join Master Gardener's for a presentation on Spring Ephemerals at the Willows MansionSpringtime brings warm sunshine, beneficial rain, and a bit of color on the forest floor...if you know where to look! Join Master Gardeners Anita Ann Murphy & Debbie Ziegler on Tuesday March 21 at the Willows Mansion in Villanova, PA to learn about the benefits of spring ephemerals and ways to include them into your garden.Questions? Please email us at: info@willowsparkpreserve.org

Explore the role of higher education institutions in advancing decarbonization efforts in the context of their communities.This event is a part of Energy Week at Penn, a week of energy-focused events across Penn’s campus. Browse and register for other Energy Week events: energyweek.penn.edu Boxed lunches will be available to go following the talk!Over half of the world’s population lives in cities and account for roughly 60% of the world’s ghg emissions, presenting both great opportunities and unique challenges for cities and the higher education institutions therein to address climate change. In this panel, we will explore the role of higher

Join our EE staff for a nature hike on the local trails. This program is oriented towards adults and families with older children

Plant and Cutting Swap

Kick off your spring by connecting with Philadelphians who want to make our City clean, green and circular!Celebrate the arrival of spring with us at a happy hour at South Philly Tap Room on March 21st! Get to know more about Circular Philadelphia and CP member Glitter and hang out with others who want to make Philly cleaner, greener, and more equitable. Glitter’s founder and CEO will be on hand to share how their split-it-with-your-neighbors block cleaning service works for neighbors, businesses, and communities. They’ll be buying a first drink for all attendees, so enjoy a round on Glitter while

Join us monthly for an evening of care, support and gentle wisdom to companion you on your grief journey.

As our planet grows ever warmer, cities are especially vulnerable to the growing threat of extreme heat.In urban centers across the globe, congestion, the built environment, and intensive energy use can drive temperatures to dangerous highs. With cities housing over 50 percent of the world’s population and producing around 70 percent of greenhouse gas emissions, urban leaders have a major role to play in addressing this climate driven challenge. They have to keep cities cool while using energy sustainably, and change built environments that trap heat. Disadvantaged communities are at the most risk, with limited access to green spaces, basic

Plant and Cutting Swap

A conversation about how extreme heat impacts our lives with Jeff Goodell, author of the forthcoming book "The Heat Will Kill You First."Heatwaves – often referred to as “silent killers”– are among the deadliest of all natural disasters worldwide. Extreme heat also threatens the systems we rely on every day, from agricultural production to energy provision. 2022 saw India – the world’s second largest wheat producer – ban grain exports as a heatwave stunted crops, while parts of China’s longest river dried up, affecting hydropower and shipping. Europe alone reported over 15,000 heat related deaths. In his forthcoming book, The

Learn in an indoor farm that actually produces a variety of products, some you can make at home.

Accomplished alumni working in the field of energy share insights for preparing for a successful entrance into the energy sector.This event is a part of Energy Week at Penn, a week of energy-focused events across Penn’s campus. Browse and register for other Energy Week events: energyweek.penn.edu Please join us for a reception at the Kleinman Center following the talk!The Kleinman Center will host a panel discussion between accomplished alumni working in the field of energy which will focus on preparing students for a successful entrance into the energy sector. Panelists will discuss their career trajectories, the lessons they have learned,

Make Your Own Wooden Frame and Photo in this two-day, hands-on workshop at NextFab!

Our second annual Tools of the Trades hybrid conference focuses on connecting artisans and makers to business resources in Philadelphia and beyond. This four-day event provides a concentrated period for creative learning to help craft-focused businesses accelerate growth and find success however they choose to define them. This conference delivers a variety of programming and materials – lectures, resource directories, and a collaborative event – to address the needs voiced by our creatives running small businesses. The conference strives to emphasize approachability, affordability, and a supportive environment where everyone can come together and no question goes unanswered. Tickets to the four-day interactive

Plant and Cutting Swap

Join us for the first Philly-wide Solidarity Economy Assembly, hosted by Making Worlds Bookstore. 5pm social mixer & 6pm event startThe Solidarity Economy Principles Project defines SE as, “an organizing framework for those who wish to create a systemic commitment to and practice of interdependence and collective liberation in the economic activities that meet our material needs. Solidarity economy rests on our shared values: cooperation, democracy, social and racial justice, environmental sustainability, and mutualism… Solidarity economies emerge from movements and integrate the three common strategies for social change: personal transformation, building alternative institutions, and challenging dominant institutions. Building solidarity economy

Our second annual Tools of the Trades hybrid conference focuses on connecting artisans and makers to business resources in Philadelphia and beyond. This four-day event provides a concentrated period for creative learning to help craft-focused businesses accelerate growth and find success however they choose to define them. This conference delivers a variety of programming and materials – lectures, resource directories, and a collaborative event – to address the needs voiced by our creatives running small businesses. The conference strives to emphasize approachability, affordability, and a supportive environment where everyone can come together and no question goes unanswered. Tickets to the four-day interactive

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

Plant and Cutting Swap

Young Adults are welcome to join us for a beautiful Saturday event that will promote physical health on the trails.Young adults are welcome to join us for a beautiful Saturday event that will promote physical health and introduce skills to utilize the Pennypack trails. You will be guided through the paved trails on a bicycle and on the bridle and footpaths on a hike. We look forward to sharing our tips and tricks about staying healthy and utilizing Pennypack Park with you!Be aware of all of your surroundings. Space is limited. No walk-ins. Registration is required so we can communicate

Are you BOOKED on March 25th? Join us for a book drive to benefit CUTLOOSE CARES & The Norristown Public Library!Join us at vonC Brewing for a book drive to benefit CUTLOOSE CARES and The Norristown Public Library!We will be accepting donations of gently used books of all genres as we partner with Recycle, Read, Repeat to add new books to their monthly subscription-based service. For each book donated, Recycle, Read, Repeat will be donating .25 to CUTLOOSE CARES and .25 to The Norristown Public Library to encourage more literary awareness in our community! You are able to donate starting

Introduction to Grounding. Are you curious to learn more?A long-time Co-op member Elizabeth Corea will host a workshop to share introductory techniques and tools to Grounding. In this workshop, attendees will learn grounding techniques that help them heal, detox, focus, and destress. This is an in person workshop. It will be held on Saturday, March 25th from 1:00pm-2:00pm at Weavers Way Germantown Outreach Office located at 326B West Chelten Ave , Philadelphia PA 19144.Elizabeth took a 2-year certificate program with Donna Eden, author of 2 books on energy medicine and took a dozen of on-line classes with Prune Harris. Both

Beyond comparison the most exciting and fact filled 2 hour adventure offered in Philly. Learn about the history of Black Philadelphia.

Free Book Swap event brought to you by Tree House Books and OURchive to promote literacy in our communities.Please join us for our first Book Swap of the year. Bring up to 5 of your own titles and a bag to take home as many as you'd like. Music will be curated by DJ Jamz and hosted by Tree House's own, Kai. We will have the Traveling Tree House present and filled with books as well, be sure to stop in and take a few pictures. This event is free but both organizations are Non-Profit and accepting donations year round

Join us at NextFab’s makerspace at 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on March 25, 2023, to conclude the Tools of the Trades conference! Meet the speakers you saw during the week of digital programming and network with fellow attendees. Amongst those attending will be gallerists, curators, artists, makers, local business owners, collectors, and more. Enjoy food, drinks, live music, and a trunk show of local artists! Saturday, March 25, 2023: Workshops and Networking Happy Hour Workshops 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM – In-Person: How to Approach Galleries, Whole Sellers, and Store Owners Workshop This workshop

Join us for a hands on plant workshop with the art of Kokedama where we will make moss ball planters!At this class you will learn hands on about the art of Kokedama or moss balls. Participants will get their own plant and practice making the Kokedama planters and hangers while learning about the history of Kokedama and the therapeutic benefits of plants. Participants will be provided with a plant and supples to make Kokedama ball.

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Join us for a tour of the Mycopolitan Mushroom Company. You’ll see first-hand the basics of mushroom farming and ask the crew any questions.Registration is limited for this event. Please only register if you feel sure you will come and please cancel your ticket if you are no longer coming.Join Mycopolitan Mushroom Farmers for a tour of their facilities. You’ll see first-hand the basics of mushroom farming: substrate prep, sterilization, inoculation, incubation, and harvest. Have your burning mushroom questions answered! After the tour there will be an opportunity to purchase grow kits, plug spawn, lions mane and reishi tinctures, and

A stop on the east coast Principled Unity Book Tour: A discussion of the past and future of multiracial alliances for revolutionary change.The purpose of the Principled Unity Book Tour is to bring individuals, groups, and street organizations together to discuss the commonalities and to provide future actions in the legacy of the First Rainbow Coalition through the Second Rainbow Coalition. The West Coast Tour brought many groups together that are now working in solidarity. The East Coast Tour will do the same.Kwame Shakur, author of My Search for Answers, Truth and Meaning will discuss how he became a revolutionary

Bird and nature walks Mondays at 9am at different Parks & Recreation locations in NW Philly.

In the face of unending economic crises and climate catastrophe, a reading group that considers what a dignified life looks like?

Save Soil volunteers will have a booth at LA Fitness Bala Cynwyd to raise awareness for soil health.Let us come together to raise awareness to address soil health concerns. Join us as we raise awareness and urge for policy changes to protect our soil.Unless we raise our voices for soil, solutions will not come forth. This is our critical generational endeavor.Let's be part of the solution. Let's make it happen !Save Soil community event detailsJoin us for the Save soil Booth at the LA Fitness Bala CynwydWhen?5:00 PM - 7:00 PM ESTWhere?Address: 25 E City Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004We

Pysanky, also known as the art of Ukrainian Easter Eggs, is a method of creating colorful intricate patterns on eggs by drawing with waxPysanky, also known as the art of Ukrainian Easter Eggs, is a method of creating colorful intricate patterns on eggs by drawing with a wax pen and using sequential dyeing. Because we will work with candles and raw eggs, this class is not appropriate for children. All supplies are included.Tuesday March 28th from 6:00pm-8:00pmTacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not charge tuition or any sort of fees

Holy Family University will host a Distinguished Writers Series featuring Sara Nović, author of The New York Times Bestseller TRUE BIZ. The event is FREE and open to the public. The event will also be livestreamed via Zoom.

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

Symposium on Design and Construction Issues at Hazardous Waste SitesDCHWS East Spring 2023 Symposium is planned to be an in-person event!We launched the DCHWS website (dchws.org) to include information about the East, West, and Virtual Symposiums, and the Webinar Series. Ongoing updates will be posted on the DCHWS website. If you have questions, please email east@dchws.org.Summary of EventThe applications of engineering and science associated with cleaning up hazardous waste sites continue to evolve rapidly. Our goal is to facilitate an interactive engagement between professionals from the government and the private sector related to relevant and topical issues affecting our field.

Learn in an indoor farm that actually produces a variety of products, some you can make at home.

The Green Living Plan underscores the connection between greening and environmental justice, and racial, health, and neighborhood equity.With a field of more than ten candidates vying to serve as Philadelphia’s next Mayor, the organizations and neighborhoods represented by The Green Living Plan (GLP) seek to gain the field’s pledge to expand city investment in underserved communities and address top environmental and quality of life concerns, using a citizen-driven lens that differs in focus from the fiscal models currently in place.GLP’s Executive Committee is comprised of 13 local environmental and neighborhood organizations, in partnership with academia, who have joined forces to

Celebrate Women's History Month with Temple Intern Rosalee with a short hike then a campfire discussion.Celebrate Women's History Month with Temple Intern Rosalee with a short hike then a campfire discussion.Space is limited. No walk-ins. Registration is required so we can communicate changes, if any. 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

Transforming Justice: The Juxtaposition of Criminal Justice Reform and Public SafetyIn its fourth year, the Transforming Justice Conference will focus on the Juxtaposition of Criminal Justice Reform and Public Safety. The city of Philadelphia is facing a crisis of extraordinary proportions with the rise in violent crime, particularly gun violence; while it wrestles with reforming a systemically flawed criminal justice system. In our third year, we will explore how we reconcile these coexisting conditions.

Join your fellow SRG staff and your fellow members for this meaningful tour.Join your fellow SRG staff and your fellow members for this informative and meaningful tour of the Historic Fairmount Waterworks and their POOL exhibit-A Social History of Segregation. POOL helps to illuminate a little-known history of segregated swimming in America and its connection to present-day drowning issues affecting Black communities. Weaving together history, art, storytelling, scholarship and place-based learning, this multi-disciplinary work explores the role of public pools in our communities with the goal of deepening understanding of the connection between water, social justice and public health.

Join Making Worlds and The Autonomous South Philly Cinema Association for a benefit screening of Riotsville, USA for #StopCopCItyThe fight in Atlanta against “Cop City” is heating up. The Autonomous South Philly Cinema Association is hosting a benefit screening of Riotsville, USA (2022, 91 mins) to raise funds for mounting legal expenses. Riotsville, USA takes its name from the mock cities built by the U.S. government in the late 1960s to train police and military in repressive techniques to throttle uprisings, much as Cop City hopes to do — unless the struggle against it is victorious.

Children ages 10 + with a chaperone are welcome to join us in an afterschool activity that will promote physical health on the trails.Children ages 10 + with a chaperone are welcome to join us in an afterschool activity that will promote physical health and introduce skills to utilize the Pennypack trails. Space is limited. Registration is required. No walk-ins. $5 per family. Helmets are required for all children under the age of 18. Chaperones should supervise the child to ensure safety; the Pennypack Environmental Center cannot be held responsible for any bodily injuries or lost or stolen personal properties.

Join Friends of the Rail Park for a walking tour covering the Three Mile Vision for the Rail Park.

Become an official certified Save Our Streams water quality monitor to see how healthy your local streams are.About this eventSave Our Streams (SOS) is a great way to test water quality by collecting and identifying underwater insects, called macroinvertebrates. The Izaak Walton League is partnering with the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust to provide a workshop for those who wish to become a certified SOS Monitor and have their data entered into a nationwide water quality database.In order to become a certified SOS Monitor, volunteers must;1. Complete online portion, including watching 2 webinars and passing a macroinvertebrate identification quiz.2. Attend a

Help us sort donated fabrics, textiles, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!Volunteer to help our team divert hundreds of pounds of creative materials away from the landfill and back into the hands of our creative community where they can be reused in countless creative projects! Water bottle refill station and restrooms are available on-site. Masks required

NSNP is inaugurating Las Veredas, a children's garden with Las Parcelas.We are inviting all of our neighbors to bring their kids for an afternoon of fun! Face painting, gardening activities, crafts, music, and more will be there. This is a day for families and young people to enjoy the gardens and be together. We will serve pizza! This event is free and open to the public.

Local Seed swap!A local farm-based seed company, Truelove Seeds is offering culturally important and open pollinated vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Bring your seeds to share and trade with others. The seed swap will take place on April 1st from 1:00pm-3:00pm at Weavers Way Outreach Office in Germantown located at 326B West Chelten Ave, Philadelphia PA 19144.Truelove Seeds is a farm-based seed company offering culturally important and open pollinated vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Our seeds are grown by more than 50 small-scale urban and rural farmers committed to community food sovereignty, cultural preservation, and sustainable agriculture. This collaboration is

Beyond comparison the most exciting and fact filled 2 hour adventure offered in Philly. Learn about the history of Black Philadelphia.

Pop Up Shop Feathering Local Vendors

This is a weekly program except for holidays. Join a knowledgeable naturalist for guided walks at various locations in NW Philadelphia.Northwest Philly Bird and Nature Walks Various Parks & Recreation Sites in Northwest PhillyMondays at 9amThis is a weekly program except for holidays. Join a knowledgeable naturalist and expert birder for a guided walk. We will have binoculars with us, but will look at much more than birds! Pre-registration is requested. All ages. FREE. Message WEC@Phila.gov for more information. March 6 Wissahickon, Bells Mills Road East Parking LotMarch 13 Schuylkill River Trail (Shawmont Ave entrance)March 20 Wissahickon, Valley Green (meet

Meet at the Kiosk at Forbidden Drive and Northwestern Ave. Join us for our fourth seasonal walk through Andorra’s forest, meadow, and hillside trails. The meadow and surrounding forest are bursting with activity, from the blossoming trees to the increased presence of birds. We’ll observe the changes from our fall and winter walks, and welcome the new season! As we walk up to the meadow, we will pass the Treehouse, food forest, and frog pond and will enjoy the extended sunlight with this late afternoon hike. This briskly paced walk will loop back to our starting point for those who

Monthly Plant Swap with where you can share your plants and bring home some new ones!PHS Plant Swaps are a free, family-friendly event. Bring plants, plant cuttings, or any garden-related items (i.e., books, tools, vegetables from your garden, etc.), then come to our garden to swap and meet new plant enthusiasts. It’s a one-for-one exchange; if you bring five items, you'll go home with five new items! We will have plant experts on hand to help identify unknown plants and special plant society guests with demonstration specimens. Please register before the swap and check in with us when you arrive.

"Cooking Up Change: Sustainability, Seafood, and Substitution in Japan" with Dr. Anne ClausA large-scale and consequential game of substitution is playing out in kitchens worldwide as sustainable seafood advocates try to replace over-harvested fish like salmon and tuna with more abundant species. Such substitutions depend not only on the fishers and eaters who are often deemed responsible for turning the tide of overconsumption, but also on the creation of “conscious” cooks adept at navigating these seafood substitutions. This talk, based on recent ethnographic research in Tokyo Japan, seeks to understand the diverse ways that chefs and home cooks interpret, negotiate,

Monthly Plant Swap with where you can share your plants and bring home some new ones!PHS Plant Swaps are a free, family-friendly event. Bring plants, plant cuttings, or any garden-related items (i.e., books, tools, vegetables from your garden, etc.), then come to our garden to swap and meet new plant enthusiasts. It’s a one-for-one exchange; if you bring five items, you'll go home with five new items! We will have plant experts on hand to help identify unknown plants, plant society guests with demonstration specimens, and seasonal plant favorites from our sponsor, Solo Real Estate.Please register before the swap and

What do Philadelphia mayoral candidates for office think about climate and waste? Find out in this mayoral forum.Green Philly Climate & Environment Candidate ForumWhat do Philadelphia mayoral candidates for office think about climate and the environment? How will they prioritize environmental issues during their time as mayor? How will it affect your vote for the primary in May and in November? To aid citizens in their democratic deliberations, Green Philly is proud to host the candidate forum on the topic of 'Climate and Waste' for Mayoral candidates seeking to represent Philadelphia. Confirmed Candidates:Rebecca RhynhartRev. Warren Bloom Sr. Climate & Waste

Learn in an indoor farm that actually produces a variety of products, some you can make at home.

FREE Cloth Diaper Workshop!This cloth diaper class is intended to demystify and simplify cloth diapering for parents and caregivers interested in investigating them as an option for their child.Join Jen, owner of The Nesting House, to find out why it can be an environmentally-sound and cost-effective option for families. The workshop will include information about how to get started with cloth diapering, the range of products that are available, and how to choose and care for these products. Product samples will be demonstrated so that participants can make an informed decision.Cloth curious? Join us to find out more!

Learn about the Lenni Lenape history on the Delaware RiverfrontLenape Perspectives and art activityJoin Adam DePaul of the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania and resident artist Lisa Kelley at Tacony Lab for a talk about the history of the Lenape in this area. This event is part of the programming for the Riverfront North Partnership Greenway artist residency and Mural Arts Philadelphia's Tacony LAB Community Art Center both located within the Tacony neighborhood, a name is derived from Lenape origins meaning "forest," "wilderness," or "uninhabited land."Participants will be invited to weave a small bowl during the talk. All materials will be

Join us for an evening hike under the full Sugar Moon. Adults & Teens. Free.Join us for an evening hike under the full moon. Outdoors, almost all weather. ~1.5 mile hike on uneven, rocky trails in the dark. No flashlights will be used on the hike. Adults & Teens. Free. *We cannot predict nature's display of light or clouds, so we cannot guarantee a clear view, or any view of the full moon. You can however expect a beautiful evening in nature.*Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible,

Stokas undertakes a critical and decolonial analysis of DEI work, linking contemporary practices of diversity to longer colonial histories.In Reparative Universities, Ariana González Stokas undertakes a critical and decolonial analysis of DEI work, linking contemporary practices of diversity to longer colonial histories. González Stokas argues that diversity is an insufficient concept for efforts concerned with anti-oppression, anti-racism, equity, and decolonization. Given its historical ties to colonialism, can higher education be locations for unraveling, repair and redistribution?About the author: Ariana González Stokas has spent the last two decades working in institutions as a faculty member and senior-level DEI administrator committed to

We will take a hike to look and listen for creatures of the night: owls, toads, flying squirrels, fireflies, racoons etcNocturnal Wildlife Walks We will take a hike to look and listen for creatures of the night: owls, toads, flying squirrels, fireflies, racoons etcWed April 5 7:30pmWed May 3 7:30pmFri June 23 8:30pm

1-1.5 hournature activities and lessons on most Thursdays.Weekly Afternoon Activities/ Homeschool LessonsThursdays at 1:00pmJoin us for weekly themed, 1-1.5 hour activities and lessons on most Thursdays. We can accommodate requests for other times and dates by appointment for your group. Equipment and materials are provided. These programs are geared for elementary and middle school aged children with caregivers. We can adapt programs to the needs of your group. $5 per child.Frogs & ToadsApril 6 One of the wonders of spring is frogs and toads emerging from their winter dormancy. Learn about what type of frogs live in Philadelphia and take