Events

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk.In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer. Mr. Whitmer will lead participants on a leisurely walk around Riverbend's preserve to check out the many species of birds that call it their home.We are offering separate start times for adults and families.Adult Bird Walk: 9:00am - 10:30amFamily Bird Walk: 10:30am - 11:30amThe Adult Bird Walk is for participants ages 12 and over. Limit of 20 participants for the Adult Bird Walk. This is a free

Explore nature through the lens of an ecological designer!For habitat advocates, nature is our inspiration. Before we design native gardens in our home landscapes, we first must observe the natural spaces that inspire us to action. Nature knows best!In this class we will learn how to mimic the natural growing patterns of native Carex (sedges) and other native species.Leave fueled to build back biodiversity in your home landscape, inspired by the native plants that we met on our gentle hiking adventure.The cost of the Habitat Advocate classes covers instructor fees. If the cost of this class is prohibitive, please reach

Join us for a day of networking, learning, and conversations at the Mid Atlantic Food Cooperative Alliance Conference in PhiladelphiaPlease join the Mid Atlantic Food Cooperative Alliance (MAFCA!) for a day-long conference being held on Saturday, October 11th, at the Waldorf School of Philadelphia, easily accessible by car and public transit, and just a few blocks from Weavers Way Co-op's Germantown store.Whether you're part of a long-established Co-op or one that's just getting started, this conference will have something for you. There will be breakout sessions just for folks working in co-op management, or for those working on co-op boards,

Deepen your appreciation for nature with seasonal meditation classes.SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11Mindfulness Meditation Walk9:15 – 10:30 AMNadine Kaylor, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher & MentorDeepen your appreciation for nature with seasonal 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. All 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.Members: $12/class | Non-Members: $18/classMindfulness Meditation

Come join us every Saturday for movement and flow by the river, enjoying good vibes while we move our bodies! Bring your SPF and yoga mat!Community & donation based yoga at the Schuylkill River banks, 25th & Locust. Same teachers, same hearts!Donation based class. Your donations support our teachers, this program and your friends at the SRDC (Schuylkill River Development Corporation).Please bring your own mat or anything to lay and practice on the grass. Also bring your own water and sunscreen. We suggest a hat and sunglasses as there's not much shade on the grassy area.This is an all levels

Join us October 11th! Working with Block by Block to do some cleaning at the train tracks!Join the Volunteering Untapped Team on Saturday, Oct 11th, for our event!Our partner this month is Block by Block. Their mission is to change the culture of littering, building connections, and restoring trust and beauty to our city, one block at a time.What will we be doing on Saturday, Oct 11th?Helping them clean and shape up the train tracks.Beautifying the blockNotes ahead of the event!Wear clothes that are comfortable and suitable for the weather, since this event takes place outside and insidePlease wear closed

Cait Nolan will host a hand processing workshop at her Dye Studio and Garden - Location provided after registration.Cait Nolan is an artist, educator, and gardener who makes quilts using fabrics that she dyes with plants she foraged. The Pennsylvania Flax Project is collaborating with her to show the full experience of natural fabrics and natural dyes, including (but not limited to) hand-processing fiber flax from crop to spinnable fiber!

A seed gathering & packet making workshop!Embrace the fall season at Nemours Estate by celebrating our historic English-style garden, much beloved by Alicia Bradford duPont. While most of the blooms in our Four Borders Garden have faded, we will spend this workshop collecting their seeds and carefully saving them in handmade packets. Artist and naturalist Amanda B. Kimball will guide you through the process of gathering seeds, making packets, and illustrating the cover in this special workshop. Program price includes all materials.Registration is required and space is limited. Program ticket includes cost of admission to Nemours Estate for date of

The Tacony LAB free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Join us for indigo dyeing with a pre-reduced indigo crystal vat! We will discuss the possibilities of indigo dyeing and the difference between fresh indigo vats and “instant” indigo vats. This workshop will take place outside on the grounds of Glen FoerdParticipants will learn several basic fabric folding techniques and will walk away with a garment/fabric piece that they can cherish forever!Please register so we have an accurate count of supplies. This project may take the full 2 hours, so please arrive at 11 and plan to stay until 1.This event will

More than a market, GFDs Black Farmers Market is a catalyst for community connection, holistic wellness, empowerment and healthy living.The village is alive at Get Fresh Daily’s Black Farmers Market!More than just a market, Get Fresh Daily’s Black Farmers Market is an expereince. It's a catalyst for connection and healthy living, inspiring people to become part of a vibrant community thriving to live well. Our holistic approach features plant-based foods, wellness vendors and artisans, empowering workshops, and farm-fresh, local, and organic/chemical-free produce grown by Black farmers and growers from across the region at affordable price points.Our family-friendly market is located

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the artists of NextFab during the Philadelphia Open Studio Tours (POST), organized by the Center for Emerging Visual Artists. Meet and chat with some of our talented member artists—including Kevin Huang, Shelly Rabuse, Maria Schneider, Kirk Fromm, and Alan Levine—as they open their studios and demonstrate their creative process. This is your chance to see unique work and explore the dynamic energy. Join Shelly on Saturday to create your own repurposed bead stretch bracelet craft. She’ll supply some colorful bounty of beads—many of them repurposed and vintage—so you can design and create your very own

Join Mural Arts for an interactive paint day along the scenic Manayunk TowpathMural Arts invites community members to come out and restore Paul Santoleri's Concrete Tree mural along the Manayunk Towpath at Fountain Street and Umbria Street. Mural Arts will set up a paint-by-numbers activation with premixed colors for people to paint directly on the wall and bring color back to the mural. This event is open to the public and people of all ages. Please RSVP using the Eventbrite link so we know how many people to accommodate for painting. There is no rain date for this event.Bring a

Mini bioblitz walk using iNaturalist to record sightings. Bring your smartphone or camera to take picturesHelp us document nature in the Park! This is a mini-bioblitz walk using iNaturalist to record sightings. A bioblitz is when you try and identify as many species of plants and animals in a given place at a given time. Bring your smartphone or camera to take pictures and enjoy this nature hunt!

If you have not been to one of our art shows, you don't know what you are missing!Swing by to see some amazing local artists are various mediums:PhotographyAcrylic paintTextilesThis art show is filled with affordable and high quality art. Great for holiday shopping, building your art collection or browsing whilst experiencing great vibes.NO TIX required! But if you'd like a ticket to include a cute bookstore cup (and we will fill it for you with something delicious) you can purchase one here!We will have snacks and Dirty Sodas and so much more!Parking is free in Norristown on Saturdays. There is

Join the Friends of Cliveden Park for our third annual Paws and Pumpkins costumed dog walk and social hour!Join the Friends of Cliveden Park for our third annual Paws and Pumpkins costumed dog walk and social hour! Meet your two- and four-legged neighbors, get a photo of you and your furry friend taken at our seasonal photo booth, join the pack for a walk around the park, and then mingle with some autumn treats and raffle.🎶 Continue the fun at 5:30 with a special performance by the Philadelphia Civic Symphony (event page here).🐶 EVENT SCHEDULE 🍂3:30-4:00 PM - Snoot Sniffing

Save date for this annual member event!Join your fellow members and show your Co-op love at Weavers Way Fall 2025 General Membership Meeting on October 11th at Waldorf School.! Enjoy live music and tasty eats before General Manager Jon Roesser updates us on the state of the co-op, and hear mural artist Eurhi Jones give an update on the Germantown store mural!

Ecstatic dance on 365 acres of preserved land including a beautiful amphitheater, pavilion, & large open green space perfect for dancing!Love Portal Presents.... Ecstatic Dance @ Schuylkill Center ! 🌀♥️Come dance, move, and shake it out at the SCHUYLKILL CENTER for an ECSTATIC DANCE and community gathering on October, 11th featuring DJ NAH MEAN?About the Event:For this gathering we will be heading to the Roxbourough area of Philadelphia to dance at the Schuylkill Center - the largest privately preserved property in Philadelphia spanning 365 acres of fields, forests, ponds, and streams including a beautiful amphitheater, pavilion, & large open green

The Philly Civic Symphony presents "Ellington with Strings" at Cliveden Park - an evening of music awaits!🎶 Welcome to Music in the Park with Philadelphia Civic Symphony at Cliveden Park! Join us on October 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM for an autumn evening filled with beautiful melodies as the Philadelphia Civic Symphony presents "Ellington with Strings". Grab your picnic blanket or chair and immerse yourself in the enchanting tunes. Music will begin at 5:30 PM. See you there!🐶 Join us ealier in the afternoon for our third annual Paws & Pumpkins event, a festive dog walk and social hour.The Friends

Intimate concert in the historic garden. Monthly artists. BYOB. Also, a short pre-show historical tour.Enjoy an evening with intimate,  chamber music. Each month features a different group of artists to complement the subtle changes in foliages. Audiences are invited to BYOB for refreshments in the garden. Enhance your experience with a short pre-show tour with one of Educators that brings the historic and musical stories of Christ Church to life.Performances: October 11th- Dancing Spirits, Jon Levis and CoJohn Levis (Synthesizers), Julius Masri (Keyboards/Percussion), Tom Kraines (Cello), Andy Theirauf (Percussion)John Levis is a master of music which moves the body and

Come join us every Sunday for movement and flow by the river, enjoying good vibes while we move our bodies! Bring your SPF and yoga mat!Community & donation based yoga at the Schuylkill River banks, 25th & Locust. Same teachers, same hearts!Donation based class. Your donations support our teachers, this program and your friends at the SRDC (Schuylkill River Development Corporation).Please bring your own mat or anything to lay and practice on the grass. Also bring your own water and sunscreen. We suggest a hat and sunglasses as there's not much shade on the grassy area.This is an all levels

Intro to Plaster Work $60.00 Curious about the old walls in your Philly rowhome? This hands-on class introduces the tools, techniques, and materials used to repair and restore traditional plaster and lath walls. Learn how to patch holes, stabilize loose plaster, and blend repairs for a smooth finish—all using accessible DIY methods. This class will also include some time for Q&A's regarding students' individual home projects. If you are interested in the installation of drywall or the specific techniques associated with a Level 5 finish - we encourage you to check out our other classes that focus on these topics.

Join us for a Free Family Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum inspired by ships and shipbuilding! Explore And Let Victory Tell the Rest: 250 Years of Shipbuilding in Greater Philadelphia, and try out engineering and nautical-themed activities in the Museum galleries including designing and building your own boat that floats and US Navy LEGO shipbuilding with the Kalmar Nyckel! This event is supported by SWEA New Jersey. Walk-ins are welcome, but help us plan with your RSVP. link to sign up Click Here to Register

We will provide admission as well as a 2-quart bag for apple picking. We then welcome everyone to explore other activities at the orchard.Join latino outdoors on Sunday October 12th at Linvilla Orchards. This Orchard is located in Media, PA about 30 minutes south of Philadelphia. After apple picking everyone is welcome to stick around and explore the many activites available at the orchard.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the artists of NextFab during the Philadelphia Open Studio Tours (POST), organized by the Center for Emerging Visual Artists. Meet and chat with some of our talented member artists—including Kevin Huang, Shelly Rabuse, Maria Schneider, Kirk Fromm, and Alan Levine—as they open their studios and demonstrate their creative process. This is your chance to see unique work and explore the dynamic energy. Date(s): Saturday & Sunday, Oct. 11th & 12th from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Location: NextFab North Philly, 1800 North American St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Check out the full list of participating studios

Sis Walks & Talks is a sacred space for women to walk, talk, and heal together. Through intentional movement and meaningful conversation.Sis Walks & Talks: A Community-Centered Wellness Experience Sis Walks & Talks is more than just a walk—it’s a sacred space for women to connect, reflect, and grow together physically, mentally, and spiritually. Designed with community and wellness at its heart, each walk invites you to slow down, step into nature, and step into yourself.✨ What to Expect:A refreshing guided walk surrounded by nature’s beauty 🌳Open, supportive, and empowering conversations 💬Light nutritional snacks + water to nourish your body

FREE and open to the public; celebrate National Write Out 2025 at Philly Goat Project on Sunday, October 12, 1-3PMJoin the Philadelphia Writing Project and Philly Goat Project as we celebrate National Write Out 2025 and step outside our homes, offices and classrooms and write and create.  The theme is "Awaken the Senses" and we will provide writing prompts and opportunities to do just that. Or just come and write.  There will also be plenty of opportunities to meet the Philly Goat Project Goats.This event is free and open to the public and we hope to see you there!  Please

All materials included: small canvas and easel, and plant based paints made on the Delaware River Waterfront from local plants.Join Resident Artist Bonnie MacAllister during Philadelphia Open Studio Tours (POST) for a special plein air painting xperience on Cherry Street Pier. All paints are made in the studio 16 where Bonnie is a third year resident. Learn how to make handmade pigmenta from plants and flowers and create an original small painting In the outdoor setting in the garden at the Delaware Waterfront enjoying spectacular views.More about Bonnie at POST: https://www.cfeva.org/post-directory-2025#!biz/id/67ddb568895622461d0ba616All ages and abilities are encouraged.Directions: https://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

Special bird walk during fall migration!MONDAY, OCTOBER 13Bird Walk8:00–9:00 AMBonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensEnjoy early morning access to Jenkins during fall migration. Explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife.Bring binoculars if you have them (we have a few pairs to borrow). Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Rain or shine.Free of

Join WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitJoin WEC’s supervisor and avid birders for hands-on invasive plant removal and other ecological restoration projects that benefit bird habitat near the Center. We'd love your help cutting vines, pulling invasive plants, and more!

Cohort Three of the Future of Service Apprenticeship is ready to run the show! Come cheer them on and help them practice their skill at TBB!

Experience restoration through deep care, stillness and sound in a supportive environment. ALL are welcomed here. Every Monday!Meditation Monday at One Art - Community Sit CircleDate: Every Monday, Starting October 13thTime: 6:30 - 7:30 pmLocation: One Art - 4139 N 52nd St. PhiladelphiaBeloved Community, we're bringing back this series with the intention of prioritizing peace, during a time where distraction strikes us all in big and small ways. Our hope is that though this communal practice, we are able to walk away feeling just a bit lighter and poured into.Please bring your own yoga mat or blanket, journal, water, and

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!Every other Tuesday during the active volunteer season (April - October) the Arboretum hosts volunteer workdays open to the community. Each session is led by a staff member and focuses on gardening in a different area of campus. Activities will vary each week and can include but are not limited to planting, weeding, mulching, clearing invasives, and watering. The tasks required in each specific session will be announced monthly via our volunteer eNews email (sign up here).As an Arboretum volunteer, you can learn new skills, gain experience, and become a valued member of our volunteer task

Civic Views made its temporary debut in the City Hall courtyard and will now move to the Municipal Services Building for a long-term exhibitCivic Views made its temporary debut in the City Hall courtyard and will now move to the Municipal Services Building for a long-term exhibition of five years. This event celebrates the opening reception for the installation, featuring a performance by the Municipal Employees Choral Ensemble. Civic Views is a public art project celebrating the city’s municipal employees and their diverse perspectives on Philadelphia through poetic documentation of their office windows. The project represents the culmination of two

Share your experiences, feelings, hopes, and ideas in a welcoming space!Are you interested in talking with others about what it’s like to live, learn, and work in this uncertain time of human-caused climate change?The café is a welcoming space to share your experiences, feelings, hopes, and ideas. Connect with others in the community and benefit from the opportunity to give and receive support. This climate café will be lead by Dr. Kate Staley, Senior Fellow at PCSSM, and Dr. Beth Mark, retired staff psychiatrist at the Counseling and Psychological Services. Open to students, faculty, and staff. This event is part

Join us in the garden for a special storytime series where we'll reconnect with nature and reimagine new worlds with abundant possibilities.Seeding Freedom Storytime CirclesJoin us for a special storytime series where we'll reconnect with nature and reimagine new worlds with abundant possibilities.Attendees will enjoy engaging, interactive storytelling experiences that incorporate music, movement, and learning through play, inspiring a time of exploration and discovery in our healing garden, while witnessing springtime bloom into summer. Every session includes sensory garden tours, simple nature-themed mindfulness practices, quiet time with family, and child-friendly tastings featuring fresh and local foods from our garden.Seeding Freedom

Join us for a chill Tuesday evening by the Philly River, flowing with good vibes and great company!

Considering the historical, cultural, ethical and medical implications of the use of psychedelics. Join us for a moderated conversation with UPenn Associate Professor of Medical Ethics and Health PolicyPenn Dominic Sisti, PhD, as we explore questions about the current and historical use of psychedelics in medical, spiritual, and recreational settings. Our discussion will be followed by a dinner featuring creative culinary exploration into foods known for their psychoactive ingredients (though not in the amounts used in our recipes.) Dominic Sisti, PhD, is an associate professor in the Department of Medical Ethics & Health Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. He

Please drop in anytime during our Weeding Wednesdays and help our native plants flourish!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian with them during the volunteer event.

Enjoy the Buzz as Bruce Cooper Gill Beekeeper, explains the rewarding and important art of Beekeeping.Enjoy the buzz as local beekeeper Bruce Cooper Gill shares the rewarding and important art of beekeeping! Learn how a hive is built with frames and wax, explore the tools and gear beekeepers use—including the apiary suit—and discover why bees are so vital to our world. Don’t miss this fascinating and hands-on look into the life of the hive!

Join Perry World House for this special event with award-winning National Geographic photographer Jason Edwards.For decades, renowned National Geographic photographer Jason Edwards has documented both the breathtaking beauty of the natural world and the urgent threats it faces. His photography illustrates the unique power of still imagery to shape narratives, inspire communities, and even influence policy. In this special event, Edwards will explain how visual storytelling from the frontlines of the climate crisis can spark action. He will also discuss the future of his craft given the rise and reach of artificial intelligence.Beyond the images themselves, Edwards will share the

Explore various regions of the Park with knowledgeable birders Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley for migrating species.Come join us to search for migrating bird species in various regions of the Wissahickon Valley Park and nearby natural areas! Your guides are the knowledgeable staff members of WEC, Tony Croasdale and Sean Bradley. Each week meet at a different location as listed below. Thursdays, 10 am - Noon. FREE.¨September 25—Pastorius Park (W. Hartwell Lane and Roanoke St.)October 2—Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)¨October 9—Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)¨¨October 16—Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and

Come enjoy a day in the open, meet fellow art enthusiasts, and get creative on these idyllic grounds above the scenic Schuylkill RiverEn plein air, Come make art on the grounds of Laurel Hill MansionJoin us for a fun-filled day of creativity at Laurel Hill Mansion! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this event is perfect for all skill levels. **Bring your paints, easels, or sketchbooks** and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you create. Meet fellow art enthusiasts, get inspired by the surroundings, and enjoy a day of artistic expression **outdoors**. Don't miss this

We will hike the trails of Andorra Natural Area enjoying the fall colors while we learn about some of the tree species that grow in our ParkWe will hike the trails of Andorra Natural Area enjoying the fall colors while we learn about some of the tree species that grow in our Park. Some basic tree ID will be covered, as well as some fun facts about various species. Families welcome!

Meeting at Upper Andorra Parking Lot (see map here) There should be plenty of parking in the lot. There will be bathrooms at Wissahickon Environmental Center available for use. Fall invites us to step outside! What do you notice—changing colors, the scent of rain, the feel of earth underfoot? Want to become more intentional with your observations? This program encourages you to slow down and connect with nature, awakening your senses and deepening your bond with Mother Earth. We’ll have fun noticing small, delightful natural details. Whether you’re an experienced artist, a beginner, or simply love nature, this program helps

Topics will range from medieval medicine to modern climate science.The Science History Institute is pleased to cohost the Fall 2025 meeting of the Society for the History of Alchemy and Chemistry (SHAC). Invited speakers will present papers for discussion on topics ranging from medieval medicine to modern climate science.The Society for the History of Alchemy and Chemistry (SHAC), founded in 1935, has a long-standing tradition in the fields of alchemy and chemistry, organizing colloquia, publications and promoting the interdisciplinary study of the field from its early beginnings to the present. It brings together members interested in the history of chemistry

Join Perry World House for this special event with German Vice Chancellor and PWH Distinguished Global Leader Robert Habeck.As the climate crisis intensifies, governments must navigate an increasingly difficult trade-off: how to advance ambitious climate and energy goals while safeguarding national security and economic prosperity. Globally, the calculus behind these policy choices is shifting. Defense budgets are swelling. Economies are strained. Meanwhile global energy demand continues to rise, and climate impacts are accelerating. Against this backdrop, global climate policy must chart a new path or risk being sidelined, despite rising urgency for action. At this event, former German Vice Chancellor

Come celebrate the launch of R-TRIP at Penn with drinks, networking, and leaders from the future of transportation.BackgroundJoin us for a celebratory Networking Happy Hour to kick off the launch of the Richards Transportation Initiative at Penn (R-TRIP)—a new interdisciplinary initiative focused on advancing innovative, real-world transportation solutions.Meet and mingle with faculty, students, transportation professionals, and the founding members of R-TRIP’s Public Sector Advisory Committee, which includes CEOs representing transit, highways, airports, tolling, and city systems from public agencies across the country.The evening will feature brief remarks from faculty and representatives of our founding sponsors. Refreshments will be served.Open to

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Come nerd out with us as Dr. Jaroff shares short stories from 19th century women authors who rebelled against the patriarchyRebels With a Cause: 19th-Century American Women Writers Protest Against PatriarchyJoin us for a discussion about how these stories help us to rethink the role of women both then and now, while they encourage us to keep pushing back against those who forget that, in America, it is “freedom and justice for all.”While the image of the “True Woman” in Victorian-age America—angelic, passive, and born to serve men—remains a powerful literary trope, women authors offered opposing images of strong, assertive,

Dive into the lessons learned in transitioning Weatherwood Ridge Reserve from a suburban property to a lush oasis teeming with wildlife.THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16Weatherwood Ridge Reserve: From Suburb to Ecological Oasis7:00–8:30 PMDavid Hughes, RLA, Owner of Weatherwood Design, LLCIn 2024, landscape architect David Hughes bought a 4.3-acre property with the dream of turning the severely degraded landscape into a protected haven he could share with native plants, insects, and animals. Dive into the lessons learned in transitioning Weatherwood Ridge Reserve from a suburban property, with mostly wet lawn and significantly pest-denuded woodland, to a lush oasis teeming with wildlife. Featured topics

This special Mural Arts Month event features a panel of artists, curated by Mural Arts’ Executive Director and Founder, Jane GoldenThis special Mural Arts Month event features a panel of artists, curated by Mural Arts’ Executive Director and Founder, Jane Golden, who have inspired and influenced the work of Mural Arts Philadelphia over the course of 40+ years of public artmaking. Learn more about how Mural Arts has collaborated with some of the greatest public artists in our city over four decades to make tangible impacts on neighborhoods, systems, and people, and hear what’s next for this exciting group of

A day of panels, innovation, and dialogue at the intersection of research and real-world transportation solutions.BackgroundCelebrate the official launch of the Richards Transportation Initiative at Penn (R-TRIP)—a new, university-wide center that connects academic research with the practical challenges facing transportation systems across the country.Hosted in the beautiful Nubian Gallery at the Penn Museum, this event brings together top minds from across disciplines and sectors for an engaging morning of panels, student showcases, and interactive discussions.We’ll explore themes like innovation in transportation culture, the growing role of AI in infrastructure, and public-private partnerships driving change.The event culminates with a fireside chat