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SUMMARY:Songwriting Workshop with Amanda Ekery
DESCRIPTION:Join vocalist\, multi-instrumentalist\, and composer Amanda Ekery and her band for a songwriting workshop! This songwriting workshop will focus on using research and personal history to write music using techniques Ekery used to write Árabe\, her new album. Árabe is about Syrian and Mexican shared culture and history\, and covers everything from food\, gambling\, and evil eyes\, to immigration law\, biracial identity\, and the fraught relationship between immigrant entrepreneurship and workers’ rights. Participants will leave the workshop with a short song they have created\, along with tools and tips to continue songwriting. \nTickets are $30 and include complimentary admission to Amanda Ekery’s concert the following day. \nFAQs \nI have never written a song before\, can I come?\nYes! No previous musical experience is required. We will be focusing on lyric writing\, learning song forms\, and pairing your words to music together. \nI have musical experience\, is this for me?\nYes\, please bring your expertise to share with the group. If you play an instrument\, you are welcome to bring it to serve as your accompaniment and can play for others if interested as well. \nAge requirement?\nThis is for people of all ages! \nWhat do I need to bring?\nPlease bring something to write with and on\, this could be a journal or spiral notebook or loose paper to keep track of your ideas. Being willing to experiment\, to be vulnerable\, and to be respectful of the creative process for yourself and others is also needed.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/songwriting-workshop-with-amanda-ekery/
LOCATION:Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture\, 310 Master Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tacony LAB 8th Birthday Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 8th Birthday Celebration!\n\n\nJoin us for the Tacony LAB’s 8th Birthday Celebration! \nWe will have cake and other refreshments – along with a make and take activity. \nFirst Fridays at the Tacony LAB are about celebrating art & community. Join us for refreshments and art activities that change each month. \nRegistration is encouraged but not required in order to help us plan! \nWhat is the Tacony LAB Community Arts Center? We are a community art center funded by the City of Philadelphia located in the Northeast section of Philadelphia. We are a program of Mural Arts Philadelphia. \nAt the Tacony LAB\, providing accessible and free art is a priority. We offer free classes for adults and children. Our classes range from fiber arts\, drawing and painting\, to crafting and more. We provide a safe and inclusive space to work on your projects while receiving support from our attending artists and staff. We encourage you to visit during our open studio hours for a tour of all that our incredible art center packs in. We are excited to invite you to be a part of the developing artist community that we have here!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tacony-lab-8th-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center\, 6918 Torresdale Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19135\, United States
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SUMMARY:Halloween Planting at Hermitage Mansion
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Hermitage Mansion (see map here)\nWe recommend parking on Barnes Street and walking over\, as Hermit Lane has been known to experience car break-ins.\nPlease note that there will not be restroom access during the service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then celebrate Halloween in your spooooookiest outfits with a native planting at Hermitage Mansion! This year’s theme is: Wissahickon Flora! We’ll have a costume contest with prizes\, candy\, and pizza\, and we’ll be joined by a very special guest\, Andrew Conboy of Andrew the Arborist!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\, using long handled tools for digging\n• Litter clean-up\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister Below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/halloween-planting-at-hermitage-mansion/
LOCATION:Hermitage Mansion\, 700 Hermit Ln\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Halloween Parade
DESCRIPTION:Goblins\, gourds\, and goodies—wear a costume and march through the market!\n\n\nHalloween Parade at the Lansdowne Farmers Market🎃 Costumes\, Candy & a Community Dance Party! 🕺👻 \nGet spooky at the Lansdowne Farmers Market Halloween Parade! Dress up in your best costume—kids\, grown-ups\, and pets welcome—and strut your stuff through the market with music by a live DJ spinning fun and festive tunes. \n🎭 Costume Parade for all ages🎶 Live DJ bringing the Halloween vibes🍬 Treats\, market goodies & photo ops galore \n📍 The Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave)Saturday\, October 25 | 9 AM – 1 PM🎃 Parade kicks off mid-morning \nCome for the costumes\, stay for the fun! Let’s make it a frightfully fabulous Friday at the market!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/halloween-parade/
LOCATION:30 N Lansdowne Ave\, 30 North Lansdowne Avenue\, Lansdowne\, PA\, 19050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lansdowne Halloween Parade / Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:Goblins\, gourds\, and goodies—wear a costume and march through the market!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/lansdowne-halloween-parade-farmers-market/
LOCATION:30 N Lansdowne Ave\, Lansdowne\, PA 19050\, 30 N Lansdowne Ave\, Lansdowne\, PA\, 19050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family and Kids
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SUMMARY:Gentle Flow Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Christina Teofilak and experience a slower flow class incorporating simple sequences suitable for beginners and intermediate levels. Poses will be guided with modifications focused on alignment and gentle movements\, along with breath. Please bring a yoga mat.\nClasses will be held on-site\, outdoors\, or under cover. Single classes sold separately.\nMEMBERS (sign in for your discount!): $17.00 per adult\nNON-MEMBERS: $20.00 per adult\nEACH PARTICIPANT IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A WAIVER (CLICK HERE). PRINT\, COMPLETE\, AND BRING THIS WAIVER WITH YOU TO YOUR FIRST CLASS.  \nUpon arrival\, please check in at the Visitor Center\, where you’ll then be directed to the location of your class.\nDrop-ins without pre-registration are welcome as space allows\, but to ensure a spot\, sign up beforehand! Please allow some time to register and pay at the Visitor Center before heading to class. First-time drop-in participants are asked to arrive 15 minutes early to class to sign a waiver. Out of consideration for other participants\, we cannot admit drop-ins once a class has started. The drop-in fee includes admission to the Arboretum.\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/gentle-flow-yoga-33/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Health in Nature
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SUMMARY:Family Explorers: What Lives at the Arboretum?
DESCRIPTION:FOR ALL AGES\nLooking to spark your child’s curiosity about the outdoors? Join us for Family Explorers: What Lives at the Arboretum? This program invites families to explore nature using their senses to uncover its secrets. Each month\, we’ll head outdoors to discover a different seasonal theme\, searching for plants\, animals\, and other natural wonders that bring the Arboretum to life. Using simple tools like magnifying glasses or binoculars\, we’ll take a closer look at our discoveries.\nEach child will receive a Tyler journal to document discoveries\, with time at the end to reflect\, draw\, or write about what we’ve found. Bring your journal to future Family Explorers tours to capture all the amazing moments of the season. Let’s see what we can discover together!\nAbout your guide: Barbara Frank is a PA Master Naturalist\, a Tyler-trained docent\, a yoga teacher\, an artist\, and a true lover of nature in all of its manifestations. She leads tours for children and adults.\nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nThis program is best suited for elementary school children accompanied by adults; however\, families and siblings of all ages are welcome. Check in at the Visitor Center\, where you’ll meet your guide. As with any walk on the Tyler trails\, sturdy shoes are suggested. PLEASE NOTE: Strollers may not be ideal on some of our trails. If you plan to bring an infant or young child\, we recommend a carrier. Weather or other factors may adjust the day’s topic\, but nature will always shine through! In the event of inclement weather\, the tour will be held indoors.\nMEMBERS: FREE (Remember to sign into your member account before continuing for your discounts)\nNON-MEMBERS: $18 per adult\, $10 per child ages 3-17; children ages two and under are free and do not need to register. The non-member fee includes admission\, so please feel free to stay for the day!\nGUEST PASS HOLDERS: For non-members only. FREE. Please submit your guest pass to the Visitor Center at check-in. If you are a guest accompanying a family-level or higher member\, please inform the Visitor Center Associate.\nA registered adult must accompany any child ages 17 and under.\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/family-explorers-what-lives-at-the-arboretum-3/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Tours and Explorations
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SUMMARY:Saturday Free Boating
DESCRIPTION:Please note: to avoid the peak heat index\, Saturday Free Boating will take place from 3-7pm July through August. \nJoin us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! \n\nNo pre-registration or experience is necessary.\nSuitable for all ages and skill levels.\nEquipment\, life jackets\, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first come\, first served.\nMinors must be accompanied by an adult.\nThe program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/saturday-free-boating-26/
LOCATION:Dock & Community Boathouse\, Bartram's Garden\, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143-6128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boating,Family Activities,Free Community Events,River,Series
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Germantown Literacy Fair
DESCRIPTION:2nd Annual Germantown Literacy Fair (Oct 25): hands-on activities\, stories\, book giveaways. Sat 10AM–2PM.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/2nd-annual-germantown-literacy-fair/
LOCATION:Natural Creativity\, 5534-46 Pulaski Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
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SUMMARY:People Power Media Fest 2025
DESCRIPTION:People Power Media Fest (PPMFest) is an annual convening for independent media creators seeking inspiration. We gather diverse media makers to participate in workshops\, panel discussions\, and networking opportunities in the spirit of community media. \nThe theme for 2025 – Free Speech\, Real Talk – focuses on the crucial need for alternative sources of media that express a diversity of opinions\, ideas\, and perspectives. PhillyCAM will host a day of hands-on workshops and thought-provoking discussions featuring recognized leaders in the field and new voices\, where we’ll explore how freedom of speech makes way for creativity and transformative dialogue. With the rapid rise of digital platforms\, AI-driven content\, and shifting audience engagement\, this year’s event will dive deep into strategies for sustaining impactful media production\, building engaged audiences\, and advocating for media equity. \nWho Should Attend? \nPPMFest is designed for: \n– Independent filmmakers\, podcasters\, and radio producers\n– Community media practitioners and public access advocates\n– Activists and organizers using media for advocacy\n– Journalists and digital content creators\n– Educators and students interested in media literacy\n– Anyone passionate about the power of storytelling to drive change
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/people-power-media-fest-2025/
LOCATION:PhillyCAM\, Ranstead Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, USA\, 699 Ranstead Street\, #1\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Community Events,Festival,Workshops & Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T113000
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SUMMARY:Library of Life
DESCRIPTION:The Library of Life Book Tour is designed to highlight both books and life resources as tools for healing and growth.\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. It will be held in Rooms 131/132 in the Heim Center. Registration is not required yet seating is limited. There will be an opportunity to purchase Ciara’s book after the presentation. \nRooted in my book Cliché Your Way Through Life REMIX\, each event blends storytelling\, therapy-inspired reflection\, and practical life tools. By connecting the metaphor of the library with real-life resources\, the program encourages participants to see both literature and community as guides for navigating challenges\, building resilience\, and creating lives they don’t want to escape. \nCiara Ward – Bio \nCiara Ward is a licensed clinical therapist\, conflict resolution specialist\, author\, and founder of Ci Notes\, a platform that provides tools for emotional healing\, life skills\, and authentic living. With over eight years of experience in hospitals\, courts\, schools\, and private practice\, she supports individuals and families through some of life’s toughest moments. \nKnown as the Librarian of Life\, Ciara blends her personal story with clinical expertise to help people heal the parts of themselves they were taught to hide. Her journey from trauma survivor to therapist\, mentor\, doula\, and educator is living proof that everything she needed\, she became. Ciara works with people of all ages\, cultures\, and backgrounds\, reminding us that therapy is not just for the couch. It is for the world.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/library-of-life/
LOCATION:Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Riverbend Fall Adopt-A-Tree
DESCRIPTION:Come join Riverbend on October 25th or November 1st to welcome some new trees to our nature preserve! Bring your friends and family along to help plant native trees and provide homes for animals that live in our forests. These are pay what you wish events\, and you can join us for one or both days! \nSign up link for the 25th: https://tinyurl.com/RiverbendAdopt \nSign up link for the 1st: https://tinyurl.com/RiverbendAdopt2
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/riverbend-fall-adopt-a-tree/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Riverbend Environmental Education Center\, 1950 Spring Mill Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Community Service,family and kid friendly,Free,Outdoor Event,Plantings
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SUMMARY:Schuylkill Saturdays: Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Explore the natural marvels of our 365-acre nature preserve on a guided hike led by an inspiring environmental educator. This free event is open to all ages. Walk-ins are welcome!\nThis hike is about an hour long. Weather conditions can impact trail conditions\, which are sometimes narrow or rocky.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/schuylkill-saturdays-guided-hike-21/
LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagys Mill Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Hike
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SUMMARY:Save + Sort Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Help us sort donated fabrics\, textiles\, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!\n\n\nVolunteer to help our team divert a wide range 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! \n \n✓ Water bottle refill station and restrooms are available on-site \n✓ Wheelchair Accessible \n \n*Please Note* Although volunteer activities will be conducted indoors\, our building at 1800 N American St. is a large warehouse space where the cooling/heating systems cannot always keep at pace with the elements. Please stay hydrated\, dress accordingly\, and if you are especially sensitive to heat/cold\, we’d love to see you at a future volunteer date when it’s more temperate!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/save-sort-volunteer-day-7/
LOCATION:The Resource Exchange\, 1800 North American Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Valley Forge National Historical Park Bikeways - Smart-guided Selfie Tour
DESCRIPTION:Along with American history buffs\, cyclists will enjoy touring this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas\, and great bikeways.\n\n\nValley Forge National Historical Park Bikeways\n– Smart-guided Selfie Tour\n \nAlong with American history buffs\, all cyclists will enjoy touring this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas\, and great bikeways. \n \nThe 3\,500-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park is amazing to explore\, especially on a bike tour! Visitors can peek into American history with General George Washington’s headquarters and an encampment of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. \n \nThis is also home to the National Memorial Arch\, modeled after Rome’s Arch of Titus. Dedicated in 1917\, this grand structure memorializes the triumphant arrival of General Washington and the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-78. \n \nNatural beauty also adorns the tour route. Along with the scenic park grounds the Schuylkill River and Perkiomen Creek provide ample waterside vistas to take in along the way. The tour also visits Lower Perkiomen Valley Park\, a popular 107-acre area for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. \n \nA tasty spot towards the end of the tour is included\, which is friendly to furry friends if you happen to be touring with yours (found on Bring Fido). Details are included with the tour links. \n \nThe route follows the lay of the land which is mostly flat with only 400′ of climbing over 15 miles on the Short tour and 885′ of climbing over 31 miles on the Long tour. Both tours are an 83% bikeway loop mostly on paved bikeways with some crushed stone segments\, and about 50% shaded. In some short segments the route shares the road with motor vehicles. As usual\, the tour comes with the CycleNuts 50% downhill guarantee. There are a few segments where you might use your bike gears\, but nothing to work up too much of a sweat about. Speaking of sweating – it’s optional. You set your pace\, starting time\, and touring agenda with CycleNuts’ smart-guided tour. \n \nPoints of Interest: \n\nArtillery Park – a historical field where Brigadier General Henry Knox commanded and dispatched Continental Army cannons.\nSchuylkill River – The 135-mile river is one of the Delaware River’s largest tributaries.\nPerkiomen Creek – A 38-mile tributary of the Schuylkill River voted one of Pennsylvania’s best swimming holes in 2024.\nMuhlenberg Brigade – 9 reconstructed Continental Army huts are the center of historical reenactment living history events and 18th century costumed volunteers and park rangers.\nNational Memorial Arch – Impressive monument honoring the return of General George Washington and the Continental Army to Valley Forge.\nValley Forge Train Station – opened in 1911 by the Reading Railroad as an elegant stop for the thousands visiting Valley Forge State Park\, is now used as a museum and information space.\nJohn James Audubon Center – 175-acre estate managed by the National Audubon Society where visitors can explore the 18th-century life and art of John James Audubon\, in a historic\, three-story stone farmhouse museum surrounded by a world of birds.\nLower Perkiomen Valley Park – 107-acre Montgomery County park popular with outdoor activity seekers.\nVisitor Center at Valley Forge – opened in 1976 provides a central stop for Valley Forge touring information complete with a store and museum.\nValley Forge National Historical Park – 3\,500 acres of natural beauty and history. Pennsylvania’s first state park opened in 1893 and was given to the National Park Service in 1976.\nGeneral Washington’s Headquarters – tour the historic building used as General Washington’s war room.\n\n \nBikeways: \n\nChapel Trail\nChester Valley Trail\nAudubon Loop Trail\nSchuylkill River Trail\nSullivan’s Bridge Trail\nPerkiomen Creek Trail\nSchuylkill River Oak Trail\nJoseph Plumb Martin Trail\nJoseph Plumb Martin Loop Trail\n\n \n*Why choose a Smart-guided Selfie Cycle Tour? \nYou get all the benefits of a guided tour without the drawbacks of a tour guide\, other tourists\, time restrictions\, and a rigid tour agenda. With this smart-guided tour\, you can go when you want\, at your speed\, and hang out at a spot as long as you wish. You can even wander off the planned route and the smart guide will get you back on track when you are ready. \n \nHERE’S THE PLAN: You bring a bike and a smartphone. CycleNuts provides the smart-tour guide! Via an email\, you receive an expertly designed tour route. Click the emailed link and follow the Selfie Tour route using your smartphone as your smart-tour guide for the Voice and Map guided turn-by-turn instructions. \nFrom your location click on link 1 provided by CycleNuts (using your cell phone) and follow the Google Maps directions to the starting spot. Unload your bike (if you transported it to the starting spot)\, or if you rode to the starting spot\, you are good to go. Click on link 2 provided by CycleNuts and begin the tour (for more complex tours there may also be a link 3 or 4 to click on along the way and additional instructions). \nARE YOU READY TO ROLL? GREAT… LET’S HIT THE TRAILS! \n \nGET YOUR TICKET TODAY! – the tour starting and ending times on the ticket are only a general guideline to give you an idea of how much time the tour may take at the minimum. Your time in the saddle\, on the trail\, and starting times are your call – it’s your tour. One ticket equals fun for all! Bring as many people as you wish on your tour. Ticket purchase is for the CycleNuts Selfie Smart-guided route only. Attractions\, lodgings\, food\, bike rental\, etc. are not included in the ticket purchase. \n \nCycleNuts Selfie Cycle Tours\nCycleNuts Selfie Tours tie together fun\, interesting\, scenic\, historic\, tasty\, and refreshing points of interest along a bikeway-focused tour route where you ride at your pace and pleasure. You are the tour boss. You pick the date and time – the ticket is good for any day or time – dates/times listed only as a guideline to give you an idea of how long the tour normally takes. \nWith these smart-guided bikeway cycling adventures\, you bring the bike and smartphone\, and CycleNuts provides the Smart Guide. The Smart Guide gives voice and visual turn-by-turn instructions along an expertly designed and tested tour route. \nDo the tour solo or bring along your crew. 1 ticket = fun for all! Easily stop anywhere along the way to visit attractions or refreshments and the Smart Guide will continue the route from wherever you are when you are ready to roll. \n \nGot questions? – Get answers! – http://CycleNuts.link FAQS \n \n\n\n\nGet your CycleNuts Tours T on! \n buy it here\n\n\n\nCycleNuts NEWS Destination Tours T-Shirt\nby CycleNuts Stuf\nWhere you want to go? Let’s go together! \nOr just wear this cool t-shirt and send me a selfie picture. \nGet yours here! Several different styles and colors are available. \n\n\n\n\nCycleNuts Meetup Group Rides\nAre you interested in riding with a CycleNuts Meetup group?\nJoin up here.\nFree tickets may be available for this tour in the Meetup group.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/valley-forge-national-historical-park-bikeways-smart-guided-selfie-tour-4/
LOCATION:CycleNuts Selfie Tours – Valley Forge National Historical Park Bikeways\, 101 New Mill Rd\, Norristown\, PA\, 19403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spooky Science Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spooky season with a day full of fall-inspired activities and Halloween fun for all ages. From hands-on programming to festive photo opportunities\, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy. \nFeatured Programming: \nThat’s Gross! Live Science Show: Get ready to laugh\, learn\, and squirm as we uncover the grossest secrets hiding inside (and outside) of us. \nHow NOT to Carve a Pumpkin Show: Watch as simple carving turns into a wild\, messy\, and totally unforgettable science experiment. \nSlime\, Dough or Putty Demonstration: Come get hands-on with these squishy\, stretchy\, sometimes-oozy materials! Discover the science behind what makes them bounce\, drip\, and stretch in this lively tabletop demonstration. \nMembers Only: See our Youth Ambassadors in action! Join our next generation of science leaders for hands-on fun in Pepper Hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. \nCostumes encouraged!\nFree with general museum admission
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/spooky-science-day/
LOCATION:The Franklin Institute\, 222 North 20th Street\, Philadelphia\, Pa\, 19103\, United States Minor Outlying Islands
ORGANIZER;CN="The Franklin Institute":MAILTO:ssanto@fi.edu
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SUMMARY:Get Fresh Daily's Black Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:More than a market\, GFDs Black Farmers Market is a catalyst for community connection\, holistic wellness\, empowerment and healthy living.\n\n\nThe village is alive at Get Fresh Daily’s Black Farmers Market! \nMore 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. \n \nOur family-friendly market is located within Freedom Greens + Gardens\, Get Fresh Daily’s healing garden and community wellness hub situated at the bustling intersection of 52nd and Pine Streets\, directly across from Malcolm X Park\, anchoring the famous 52nd Street Corridor in West Philadelphia. \n \nTHIS IS NOT A VENDOR REGISTRATION FORM! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN VENDING\, PLEASE CONTACT US AT HELLO@GETFRESHDAILY.ORG AND REQUEST AN APPLICATION. SPOTS ARE LIMITED! \n \nThe Black Farmers Market | 5200 Pine Street \nIn front of the school\, across from the park \nMarket Dates for 2025: \n\nMay 31\nJune 14\nJune 22*\nJuly 12\nJuly 26\nAugust 9\nAugust 23\nSeptember 13\nSeptember 27\nOctober 11\nOctober 25\nNovember 8\n\n*part of the official Juneteenth celebration and parade \nThe Black Farmers Market is a one-stop shop for attendees to stock up on high-quality produce\, foods\, hand-crafted body and wellness products and others needs\, twice-per-month. \n \nMarket Offerings include: \n\nLocally Grown Produce: Fresh fruits\, vegetables\, herbs and flowers grown in our garden and from local and regional Black farmers and growers\nEmpowering Education: Workshops on plant-based eating\, food preparation\, and the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle\, tailored to the community’s needs. Check back before each market for offerings!\nCommunity Connection: A space for residents to gather\, build relationships\, and enjoy engaging activities focused on health and wellness.\n\nOur markets are FREE to attend and family-friendly. \nFollow us on Instagram and Facebook for vendor sneak peaks the week prior to the Market.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/get-fresh-dailys-black-farmers-market-11/
LOCATION:Freedom Greens + Gardens\, 5200 Pine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143\, United States
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SUMMARY:Riverfront North Art & History Tour - Borski Park
DESCRIPTION:Guided by Local Artist\, Bob Dix. Enjoy the autumn colors\, along with the history of the space that is now the new Borski Park.\n\n\nRiverfront North Art & History Tour Fall Edition – Explore The Philadelphia North River Trail \n \nGuided by Local Philadelphia Artist\, Bob Dix! \nEnjoy the autumn colors\, along with some history of the Riverfront North Trail of \nPhiladelphia. A peaceful Fall stroll becomes an enjoyable time of sketching\, painting\, and \ninformative history. \n \nThe northern part of the river front of Philadelphia has a long story of industrial \ngrowth and expansion. Now with the addition of riverfront trail\, nature has \nreclaimed many parts\, to give us scenic views and beautiful walks. The colors come \nalive in the autumn months. \n \nWith just a few art supplies\, participants will learn about not only about the plants \nand animals and history of the area\, they will also learn to capture the beauty of the \nsurroundings. Part nature walk\, part artistic escape and part history talk\, this \nunique experience is a great way to spend a few hours of a colorful day. \nCome explore and appreciate RiverFront North in an unusual and creative way!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/riverfront-north-art-history-tour-borski-park-2/
LOCATION:Robert A. Borski\, Jr. Park\, 3150 Orthodox Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19137\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Concert with Amanda Ekery
DESCRIPTION:Join Al-Bustan for a community gathering of live music and togetherness. The Árabe Mahrajan is built around the album release and live performance of Amanda Ekery and her touring musicians. Ekery is a vocalist\, multi-instrumentalist\, and composer with roots in Syria and Mexico\, her work explores the shared history and culture of her heritage. Árabe contains original songs and accompanying essays written by Amanda with the stories and history behind each track\, covering everything from food\, gambling\, and evil eyes to immigration law\, biracial identity\, and the fraught relationship between immigrant entrepreneurship and workers’ rights. \nJoining us for the Songwriting Workshop with Amanda on 10/24 will come with free admission to the concert. Tickets are pay-as-you-wish with a suggested donation of $30. \nAbout the Artist\nMulti-instrumentalist\, vocalist\, and composer Amanda Ekery creates music filled with imagery and strong narratives. Her work has earned support from the Jerome Foundation\, Chamber Music America\, and New Music USA\, has been featured at the Portland Jazz Festival\, Panama Jazz Festival\, and The Kennedy Center\, and spans Off-Broadway theater\, film\, and multiple studio recordings. Árabe is Amanda’s latest release about Syrian and Mexican shared history and culture featuring 12 original songs and accompanying essays in an art book with the history and stories behind each track. She is on faculty at The New School and Fordham University\, and was awarded the 2022 Jazz Hero Award from the Jazz Journalist Association for her dedication to gender equity work with El Paso Jazz Girls\, a nonprofit organization Amanda founded and runs in her hometown. Learn more at aekerymusic.com.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/afternoon-concert-with-amanda-ekery/
LOCATION:Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture\, 310 Master Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture":MAILTO:veronica@albustanseeds.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
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CREATED:20251023T145435Z
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SUMMARY:Amanda Ekery Live in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join Al-Bustan for a community gathering of live music and togetherness with a live performance from Amanda Ekery.\n\n\nAfternoon Concert with Amanda Ekery \nLive Performance by Amanda Ekery\nJoin Al-Bustan for a community gathering of live music and togetherness. The Árabe Mahrajan is built around the album release and live performance of Amanda Ekery and her touring musicians. Ekery is a vocalist\, multi-instrumentalist\, and composer with roots in Syria and Mexico\, her work explores the shared history and culture of her heritage. Árabe contains original songs and accompanying essays written by Amanda with the stories and history behind each track\, covering everything from food\, gambling\, and evil eyes to immigration law\, biracial identity\, and the fraught relationship between immigrant entrepreneurship and workers’ rights. \nAbout the ArtistMulti-instrumentalist\, vocalist\, and composer Amanda Ekery creates music filled with imagery and strong narratives. Her work has earned support from the Jerome Foundation\, Chamber Music America\, and New Music USA\, has been featured at the Portland Jazz Festival\, Panama Jazz Festival\, and The Kennedy Center\, and spans Off-Broadway theater\, film\, and multiple studio recordings. Árabe is Amanda’s latest release about Syrian and Mexican shared history and culture featuring 12 original songs and accompanying essays in an art book with the history and stories behind each track. She is on faculty at The New School and Fordham University\, and was awarded the 2022 Jazz Hero Award from the Jazz Journalist Association for her dedication to gender equity work with El Paso Jazz Girls\, a nonprofit organization Amanda founded and runs in her hometown. Learn more at aekerymusic.com. \nTickets are pay-as-you-wish\, with a suggested donation of $30.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/amanda-ekery-live-in-concert/
LOCATION:Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture\, 310 Master Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Educational Equity Summit
DESCRIPTION:Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia presents the Educational Equity & Diversity Summit\, a powerful community gathering focused on advancing equity and diversity in education. The event will feature leading voices in policy\, law\, and education\, including Dr. Khalid Mumin (Former Pennsylvania Secretary of Education)\, Councilmember Isaiah Thomas\, and Cara McClellan (University of Pennsylvania)\, with moderation by Dr. James Peterson of WURD Radio. \nThe Summit will bring together educators\, policymakers\, families\, and advocates to explore innovative approaches\, discuss systemic challenges\, and highlight actionable solutions to create more inclusive schools and communities. This is a unique opportunity to connect\, exchange ideas\, and be part of shaping the future of education in Philadelphia.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/educational-equity-summit/
LOCATION:Taulane Auditorium\, Germantown Friends School\, 31 W Coulter St\, Philadelphia\, P\, 19144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bicycling Events,Community Events,Discussion,Education/Lecture,Free Community Events,Germantown,Meeting,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia":MAILTO:edelhowlin@untaptcomms.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
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CREATED:20251023T145522Z
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SUMMARY:PA Flax's Hand Processing Event at Tyler Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:The PA Flax Project will lead a hand-processing event at Tyler Arboretum\, accompanied by a dye component with Meg MacCurtain!\n\n\nCome to Tyler Arboretum to learn how linen is made! The Pennsylvania Flax Project will lead a workshop demonstrating how fiber flax can be hand processed in a matter of minutes\, and Meg MacCurtain will join us to walk participants through a natural dye component. \nIf you are a participant of the Square Yard Project\, this is a great opportunity to turn your crop into spinnable fiber.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/pa-flaxs-hand-processing-event-at-tyler-arboretum/
LOCATION:515 Painter Rd\, 515 Painter Road\, Media\, PA\, 19063\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142249
CREATED:20251006T174813Z
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SUMMARY:SWWAG Workshop: Seed Keeping
DESCRIPTION:Join Owen Taylor of Truelove Seeds and Chris Bolden-Newsome of Sankofa Community Farm in an evening of seed keeping and story weaving\, and have a deep-rooted conversation about our collective past and evolving futures. \n  \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/swwag-workshop-seed-keeping-2/
LOCATION:Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden\, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Free Community Events,Gardening,History,Sankofa Community Farm,Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
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CREATED:20251023T145738Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Journey: African-American History Walking Tour of Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:Beyond comparison the most exciting and fact filled 2 hour adventure offered in Philly. Learn about the history of Black Philadelphia.\n\n\nTour Description \nMeet your guide (holding “The Black Journey” sign) in front of the Independence Visitor Center\, 6th and Market Street\, Philadelphia (North East corner of Market Street). \nEvery Saturday and public holidays during the spring\, summer\, and autumn at 2:00pm. RSVP in advance required. \nCall 267.702.3479 for more information. \nBeyond comparison the most exciting and fact filled 2 hour adventure offered in Philly. Learn about the history of Black Philadelphia while soaking in the fullest array of our nation’s most important and historical monuments and sights. With a focus on the city’s early history\, Black Philadelphia Walking Tour will bring to light every detail of Philly’s Black past. Hear about Black American’s role in the history of the nation’s foundation. \nTake a journey to Congo Square\, visit the unmarked graves of free and enslaved victims of the yellow fever epidemic\, and other locations you will visit first hand. See where the Fugitive Slave Act was passed in 1793. Hear about Martha Washington’s enslaved handmaiden who emancipated herself and others who traveled along the underground railroad. Learn about the Old London Coffee Shop where humans were inspected and sold into slavery. \nWalk in the footsteps of enslaved people\, abolitionists\, slaveholders and founding fathers. Hear about prominent early African-Americans. Beyond question the most in-depth\, authentic\, and entertaining tour offered on the eastern sea board! A must see in Philadelphia. \nTour includes the following on-site location visits: \nIndependence Hall\, The President’s House\, Congress Hall\, Old City Hall\, First U.S. Supreme Court Building\, American Philosophical Society Museum\, Independence Square\, Washington Square\, Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier\, the former location the Philadelphia Prison Site & the oldest continuous piece of land owned by people of African descent. \nPlease wear comfortable sturdy shoes\, we will be walking on uneven surfaces. Masks are required. Please be aware that you need to be reasonably fit for the walk\, and are responsible for your own safety. Taking part in the tour means you are participating at your own risk. You are also responsible for looking after your own belongings. \nVisit our website \nLike us on Facebook 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-black-journey-african-american-history-walking-tour-of-philadelphia-43/
LOCATION:Independence Visitor Center\, 599 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T210000
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SUMMARY:Save The West Philly Tool Library
DESCRIPTION:On October 25th\, 2025\, we will be holding our Save the Tool Library Fundraiser from 3-9pm. Join us starting at 3pm for a family-friendly event including pumpkin carving\, games\, candy\, snacks\, and beverages. Our presentation from the board\, librarians\, teachers\, members\, students\, partners\, and local businesses will start at 5pm along with food and drinks\, and the start of our silent auction. We still have lots of details to finalize\, but we will be updating this page and our Instagram account over the next few weeks. \nJoin us for some family-friendly fun while we raise money for our upcoming (and unexpected) move. We encourage everyone to bring your friends\, family\, and neighbors to this event as we celebrate our history and impact to the community. Our last hurrah on 47th Street is going to be a blast!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/save-the-west-philly-tool-library/
LOCATION:West Philly Tool Library – WPTL\, 1223 S Harmony St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19146\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T180000
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CREATED:20251006T182056Z
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SUMMARY:Philly Asian Futures
DESCRIPTION:Philly Asian Futures (PAF) is a community-engaged multi-disciplinary theatrical project that seeks to bring together local Pan-Asian artists and elders to dream about our community’s future in Philadelphia. Join us October 22nd – 26th for the theatrical presentation styled as a “Living Museum” at Asian Arts Initiative 3rd Floor\, featuring eight installation-style performances. These pieces were crafted through engaging with story circles with different Asian Diasporic Communities within Philadelphia\, including SEAMAAC\, Al-Bustan\, and the Chinatown Friends Senior Care Center; by attending and engaging these story circles\, our musicians\, writers\, dancers\, and actors seek to connect their own artistic and cultural backgrounds to the stories and experiences shared by our community elders. \nPlease note: our performance on Wednesday the 22nd will be a Preview performance!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/philly-asian-futures/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Asian Arts Initiative\, 1219 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142249
CREATED:20251023T145634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T145634Z
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SUMMARY:Madmen\, Medicine\, Death\, & Disease
DESCRIPTION:Learn about prevalent diseases that swept the city and the often-primitive medical practices used to combat them.\n\n\nThis guided tour through the historic Christ Church Burial Ground explores into the realities of life\, death\, and health in Colonial and Early America\, exploring the interconnected themes of Madmen\, Medicine\, Death\, and Disease. You will explore the resting places of multiple citizens and discover the stories of renowned medical pioneers who radically shaped early treatments for mulitple dieases and mental illness. The tour illuminates the era’s burial customs\, the prevalent diseases that decimated city populations\, and the often primitive\, but foundational practices of medicine that defined life in 18th-century Philadelphia. It’s an immersive look at mortality and the dawn of modern medical science.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/madmen-medicine-death-disease-2/
LOCATION:Christ Church Burial Ground\, 340 North 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T203000
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CREATED:20251006T133939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T140944Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Hikes and Hayrides
DESCRIPTION:Philly’s favorite fall family festival is back! Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is an evening of exploration\, education\, and fun. Craft magical creations with the Witches of the Woods\, make s’mores by the fire\, take a hayride and search for nocturnal creatures\, chat with our woodland friends on an evening hike\, watch Halloween classics outside on the big screen\, and so much more! Support the Schuylkill Center during our largest annual fundraising event and experience the woods in a whole new light.\nCan’t make it on Saturday? Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is also open on Friday\, October 24. Tickets for both dates can be purchased at the ticket link below.\nTickets\nOnline Tickets: Members: $20    Non-Members: $28\nWalk-In Tickets: $33\nChildren 3 and under: free!\nOnline sales end on Thursday\, October 23 at 5:00pm.\nAs a 501(c)(3) non-profit\, the Schuylkill Center relies on the revenue of ticket sales to create vibrant\, educational\, fun events. In order to support our programs\, we do not offer refunds on ticket purchases. Thank you for understanding.\nInterested in volunteering for Halloween Hikes and Hayrides? Sign up for a volunteer shift on October 24 and 25 or decorate with us on October 21 and receive a complimentary ticket when you support this fun fall event. Questions about volunteering? Contact volunteer@schuylkillcenter.org\nTHE PUMPKIN PATH\nHelp us light up the night when you bring your jack-o-lantern to Halloween Hikes and Hayrides! This year\, we’re transforming the Widener Trail into a living gallery of glowing jack-o-lanterns.  Show off your carving skills and give your creative creatures the audience they deserve on the Pumpkin Path. If you’d like to join the Pumpkin Path\, sign-up while registering and save $5 on your purchase!\nPhoto: Jerome Eno\nAll submissions must adhere to the following guidelines:\nPumpkins should be carved\, not painted. No additional materials may be added.\nPumpkins should be washed prior to carving in order to ensure there are no chemicals on the surface. Do not add any chemicals to preserve your jack-o-lantern.\nDo not place any candles in your pumpkin. We will provide electric tealights for pumpkins. If you’d prefer to add your own light\, please make it battery powered\, with no flames.\nPlease keep the contents of the carving family friendly! We reserve the right to remove any pumpkins that we feel are inappropriate for Halloween Hikes & Hayrides.\nYou are welcome to pick up your pumpkin at the end of the evening or leave it with us for composting\nFOREST FRIENDS HIKE\nHave you ever wanted to ask a possum why they play dead? Or perhaps you’re wondering what a fox really has to say? Join our environmental educators on a guided hike along the trail to meet some of our favorite nocturnal friends and get your questions answered\, straight from the fox’s mouth! Flashlights encouraged.\nHALLOWEEN HAYRIDES\nJoin our Land & Facilities team for a ride around the Schuylkill Center and get a unique angle of the forest on the back of our tractor for this classic family hayride. Keep an eye out for nighttime creatures! They are extra curious this time of year.\nCRAFTS FOR KIDS\nGet ready for Halloween with some special nature crafts. Craft your very own magic wand or make a custom trick-or-treating bag with decorations from the forest and fields of the Schuylkill Center.\nFOOD AND DRINK\nIf you’re hungry or thirsty\, we’ll have plenty of options. Each ticket purchased comes with a s’mores kit for roasting by the fire. Concessions include popcorn\, hot chocolate\, drinks from Yard’s Beer Garden\, and exciting options from local food truck vendors:  \nPHOTO GALLERY \n				Photo: Oliver Economidis \n				Photo: Bastiaan Slabbers \n				Photo: Oliver Economidis \n				Photo: Bastiaan Slabbers \n				Photo: Oliver Economidis \n				Photo: Bastiaan Slabbers \n				Photo: Oliver Economidis \n				Photo: Oliver Economidis \n				Photo: Oliver Economidis
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LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagys Mill Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Hike
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SUMMARY:10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate
DESCRIPTION:Join Philly PR Girl and The O’Hara Home Team for the 10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate on Sunday\, October 26\, 2025\, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at FDR Park before the Eagles take on the Giants. Guests can enjoy a Thanksgiving-inspired feast\, private luxury trailer access\, seasonal drinks\, games\, and raffles\, all while supporting the HEADstrong Foundation’s Donate A Turkey Dinner initiative.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/10th-annual-turkey-day-tailgate/
LOCATION:FDR Park\, 1500 Pattison Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19145\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Event,Special Event
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SUMMARY:All You Can Carry Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to show your strength in a fun pumpkin challenge on Sunday\, October 26\, 2025! Choose your pumpkins and try to carry as many as you can twenty feet to the finish line. If you succeed\, you can take all your pumpkins home for just $29.99! Remember\, you can’t use bags\, backpacks\, carts\, or devices to help. Challenge your friends and family and make it a cool tradition. \nOur pumpkins are not just for carving—they’re also great for cooking. You can make easy pumpkin cinnamon rolls or enjoy a tasty pumpkin pecan cobbler. If you like savory food\, try dishes like Thai pumpkin Laksa with crunchy fried chickpeas\, pumpkin ricotta gnocchi\, pumpkin pizza\, and more. Let your cooking ideas flow! For more information\, visit www.linvilla.com.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/all-you-can-carry-pumpkins/
LOCATION:Linvilla Orchards\, 137 Knowlton Road\, Media\, PA\, 19063\, United States
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