Events

Join Dr. Bethany Johnson to hear about her recent research into the aftermath of the 1918 flu pandemic in PhilaldelphiaWhen thousands of Philadelphian families lost members in the October 1918 influenza wave, Philadelphian organizations, volunteers, college students, and even children pitched in to help survivors recuperate and rebuild their lives. Nevertheless, influenza left medical, economic, and social scars in neighborhoods around the city.Join Dr. Bethany Johnson to hear about her recent Ph.D. research into the aftermath of the 1918 flu pandemic, research which drew heavily on Girard College student records, as well as those in other local repositories, including the

Celebrate National Reuse Day at STITCH AND DESTROY! A FREE screening of Alex Eaves' documentary REUSE! Because You Can't Recycle The PlanetCelebrate National Reuse Day with STITCH AND DESTROY! We are hosting a FREE screening of REUSE! , a documentary that inspired STITCH AND DESTROY's beginnings as a business dedicated to reusing textile waste.Reuse! Because You Can't Recycle the Planet by Alex EavesReuse! follows Reuse Pro Alex Eaves' cross-country adventure to the 48 contiguous US states. He finds endless reuse solutions for our waste problem that are sustainable, easy, and fun. And he learns how reuse benefits people, planet, and

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Learn to use basic woodworking hand tools and skills to make a platform birdfeeder. Ages 9 and up. Workshop is 3 to 4 weeks long.Learn to use basic woodworking hand tools and skills to make a platform birdfeeder. You will learn to use a hand saw and an old-fashioned drill called a brace and bit. Other skills include measuring, hammering nails, and sanding. An estimated 3-to-4-week commitment is needed for project completion (Tuesdays, Oct 21-Nov.11). We will work outside on our back porch. Ages: 9 and up. $15 material fee. Parental safety agreement must be signed.

Join us in celebrating the power of art to inspire environmental action and advocate for a greener, healthier future!Artists are often inspired by nature and create art out of the outstanding natural beauty all around us. We are now at a critical juncture where we need to advocate for harnessing our imagination, wealth, and technology to make our communities and our country greener and healthier places for everyone to live. Recently the Supreme Court curtailed the powers of the EPA to protect the environment, no longer requiring the reductions in emissions that are urgently needed to limit global warming. What

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

This Wellness Wednesday, Laurel house will present on how to help a loved one in an abusive relationship and their servicesOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we know that one in three women and one in four men will experience domestic violence in their lifetimes. However, prevention is possible, and it starts with recognizing warning signs and learning how to support a loved one in an abusive relationship. In this session, we will discuss ways that you can help a friend or loved on in an abusive relationship and how Laurel House supports survivors.

Join 5 local woman-owned Philadelphia brands under one roof for an intimate evening of style, creativity, and connection.An Evening of ART + FASHION + DESIGNOn October 22, 2025, five visionary women are coming together once again to celebrate creativity, community, and style in the heart of Philadelphia. This special gathering will take place at Paradigm Gallery, the contemporary art space founded by Sara McCorriston, and will feature a curated mix of art, fashion, jewelry, and design.The evening brings together:• Bela Shehu, founder and designer of NINObrand• Parisa Abdollahi of Parisa Rugs & Décor• Rosa Agliata of My Italian Lifestyle• Angela

All aboard for Philly’s favorite sustainability celebration! The 8th annual SustainPHL, hosted by Green Philly, returns on Thursday, October 23 at the Independence Seaport Museum. Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of connection and celebration as we honor the changemakers steering our city toward a greener future. 💚 Connect with sustainability leaders and network over food & drinks, explore engaging sustainable exhibits, and become inspired during the live awards reception. Get your tickets today: bit.ly/sustainphl2025

Come join us for Glass Lanterns - Design Your Own, where you can unleash your creativity and make a unique lantern to light up your space!Join us at Glass Lanterns - Design Your Own!The Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia will be Hosting this Event, inside of 112 N. 8th Street for ALL. Get ready to unleash your creativity at this hands-on event where you can design your very own unique glass lantern. This in-person event will be held at LIBERTY RESOURCES, so mark your calendars and come ready to craft a beautiful lantern to light up your space. Whether you're

Join us for a laid-back evening of sculpting pinch pots while sharing drinks and snacks - it's the perfect happy hour activity!Pinch Pot Happy HourUnwind, get your hands dirty, and connect with your community at Pinch Pot Happy Hour! This relaxed, drop-in ceramic session is the perfect way to de-stress after work. Whether you stay for the whole evening or just pop in for a bit, you’re invited to hang out, snack, sip, and make something with clay.No experience? No problem. We’ll guide you through fun, beginner-friendly projects like toys, shakers, boxes, or simple cups. We’ll have great music, good

Practice how to observe and record the baseline aspects of a landscape before diving into designing a habitat garden.Building observation skills is essential in building biodiversity in our landscapes. In this class, we will learn about the 5 E’s of Ecological Gardening and will conduct a site analysis. Expand your reach by applying these newly acquired observation skills of hydrology, sun/shade analysis, circulation, and more in your home landscape or in community project space!The Lancaster Conservancy has protected over 10,000 acres of natural lands, which are critically important to supporting biodiversity. Smaller patches of native habitats spread throughout urban landscapes

Come nerd out with us!Get cozy and get literary! We got the popcorn.This month we are watching Mary Shelly. Mary Shelley is a 2017 romantic period-drama film directed by Haifaa al-Mansour and written by Emma Jensen. The plot follows Mary Shelley's first love and her romantic relationship with the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, which inspired her to write her 1818 novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. An international co-production, the film stars Elle Fanning as Shelley, with Maisie Williams, Douglas Booth, Bel Powley, and Ben Hardy in supporting roles.The film had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival

Meeting at Blue Bell Field Parking Lot There should be plenty of parking available in the lot. There are porta potties available for use at Blue Bell Park. Join Debbie, Jim, Jill, and Peter as we hike the Wissahickon in October. Our route will take us through areas of historical and natural points of interest, including Historic RittenhouseTown, Saylor Grove, and the site of McKinney Quarry. We hope to see some beautiful fall foliage as we wonder—why do leaves change color? We’ll be walking over some steep and rocky trails on our approximately 4 mile route, so be prepared. Children

Artistic storefront enhancements along North 5th Street’s “El Bloque de Oro,” a key commercial corridor for Philadelphia’s Latino community.Mural Arts, in partnership with HACE, developed artistic storefront enhancements along North 5th Street’s “El Bloque de Oro,” a key commercial corridor for Philadelphia’s Latino community. Artist Henry Morales designed three custom murals and other enhancements at three different properties along the block. The artist engaged with two senior living facilities in the area and six different business owners along the 2700 block of N. 5th Street to gather input, which included conversations about the neighborhood's history, personal immigration stories, and each

Join us to watch fiber flax transform right before your eyes!Come to the Wyck Historic House and Garden 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.If you are a participant of the Square Yard Project, this is a great opportunity to turn your crop into spinnable fiber.

Join us for conversation and s’mores at the campfire circle. The building will be open for board games and activities.Join us for conversation and s’mores at the campfire circle. The building will be open for board games and activities.

Philly’s favorite fall family festival is back! Halloween Hikes and Hayrides is an evening of exploration, education, and fun on October 24 and 25. Craft magical creations, 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!

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. Tickets are $30 and include complimentary admission to

Join us for our 8th Birthday Celebration!Join us for the Tacony LAB's 8th Birthday Celebration!We will have cake and other refreshments - along with a make and take activity.First Fridays at the Tacony LAB are about celebrating art & community. Join us for refreshments and art activities that change each month.Registration is encouraged but not required in order to help us plan!What 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.At the Tacony LAB, providing

2nd Annual Germantown Literacy Fair (Oct 25): hands-on activities, stories, book giveaways. Sat 10AM–2PM.

The Library of Life Book Tour is designed to highlight both books and life resources as tools for healing and growth.This 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.Rooted 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

Help us sort donated fabrics, textiles, and reclaimed materials for creative reuse!Volunteer 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!✓ Water bottle refill station and restrooms are available on-site✓ Wheelchair Accessible*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

Along with American history buffs, cyclists will enjoy touring this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.Valley Forge National Historical Park Bikeways- Smart-guided Selfie TourAlong with American history buffs, all cyclists will enjoy touring this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.The 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.This is also home to the National Memorial Arch, modeled after Rome's Arch of Titus.

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

Guided by Local Artist, Bob Dix. Enjoy the autumn colors, along with the history of the space that is now the new Borski Park.Riverfront North Art & History Tour Fall Edition - Explore The Philadelphia North River TrailGuided by Local Philadelphia Artist, Bob Dix!Enjoy the autumn colors, along with some history of the Riverfront North Trail ofPhiladelphia. A peaceful Fall stroll becomes an enjoyable time of sketching, painting, andinformative history.The northern part of the river front of Philadelphia has a long story of industrialgrowth and expansion. Now with the addition of riverfront trail, nature hasreclaimed many parts, to give us

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. Joining us for the Songwriting

Join Al-Bustan for a community gathering of live music and togetherness with a live performance from Amanda Ekery.Afternoon Concert with Amanda EkeryLive Performance by Amanda EkeryJoin 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

The PA Flax Project will lead a hand-processing event at Tyler Arboretum, accompanied by a dye component with Meg MacCurtain!Come 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.If you are a participant of the Square Yard Project, this is a great opportunity to turn your crop into spinnable fiber.

Beyond comparison the most exciting and fact filled 2 hour adventure offered in Philly. Learn about the history of Black Philadelphia.Tour DescriptionMeet 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).Every Saturday and public holidays during the spring, summer, and autumn at 2:00pm. RSVP in advance required.Call 267.702.3479 for more information.Beyond 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

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. Join us for some family-friendly fun while we raise money for our upcoming (and

Learn about prevalent diseases that swept the city and the often-primitive medical practices used to combat them.This 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

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. Our 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

Join us for Sunday mornings at Borski Park with kid-friendly sing-alongs, dance parties and more!Local educator Ms. Rudy will entertain the little ones (and their grown-up!) with music, sing-alongs, dance parties, story times, arts and crafts and more! Grab your coffee from I Knead Coffee's cart (at the park from 10am-1pm) and have some fun in the park! We'll have some sitting mats, but feel free to bring a blanket too!

Explore the dense history of Philadelphia's historically Jewish neighborhood - 2 miles, 2 hours.Event lasts 2 hours. Meet at the Southwest corner of 6th and Lombard, outside Starr Garden playground. Tour ends at 5th and Spruce.From the 1880s through the 1920s the area between Spruce and Christian Street and 2nd and 6th was the Philadelphia equivalent of New York's famous Lower East Side. Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe created a vibrant community with its own Yiddish Theater, literary societies and newspapers, along with synagogues and banks, bath houses and delicatessens.This walk begins with an introduction to early Jewish life in

The PA Flax Project will lead a hand-processing event at the One Art Community Center to turn flax from crop to spinnable fiber!Come to One Art Community Center 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.If you are a participant of the Square Yard Project, this is a great opportunity to turn your crop into spinnable fiber.

Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. Four styles available. One size.Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing.Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome.Directions: Check in to Studio 16 on 2nd floorhttps://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

Meeting at Hermitage Mansion We recommend parking on Barnes Street and walking over, as Hermit Lane has been known to experience car break-ins. Please note that there will not be restroom access during the service day. Join the Wild Women of the Wissahickon on this twilight adventure to the Hermit’s Cave and learn the lore and legend of “America’s first doomsday cult”. As Halloween approaches, the veil thins as spirits cross over to roam abroad in the land. Will the Wizard Kelpius return to continue his vigil preparing for the End of Days? Costumes, which will serve as disguises to confuse

Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects.Join accomplished Philadelphia artist Chris Windle for a 6-week watercolor/mixed media workshop focusing on botanical objects. Interpretative and realistic styles are supported. Recommended supplies: 9x12 sketchpad and watercolor pad, watercolors or gouache paint, and drawing materials. Cost: per session $10. Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Make a fall decoration with Zoey Storck. In this class you will sew a stuffed pumpkin decoration. Previous sewing experience required.You can sign up for this class in person beginning October 6 . We strongly recommend coming in person as online registration opens on October 20 and many times the class is already full.Make a fall decoration with Zoey Storck In this class you will sew a stuffed pumpkin decoration. Previous machine sewing experience required.One Session - October 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pmTacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyAttendance Policy: We understand that traffic and other delays happen, however we request you

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. PhiladelphiaWith over twenty-five years of shared meditation and mindfulness practice, Malaika Gilpin and Noelle Warford invite you to gather in stillness at One Art Community Center in West Philly.Each week, our community sit becomes a gentle return—to posture, to silence, to the steady rhythm of breath. Together, we practice arriving in our bodies and in the present moment,

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

Explore the park and learn to identify plants!

Comfort food in times of grief. Join us as we explore what is served at funerals, wakes, and memorials as loved ones gather together.Dishes served to those in mourning need to sustain a crowd while being delicious, reliable and traditional. This is not the time to try a new recipe or cook up the latest trend. Foods that comfort the bereaved need to be familiar. Chef Valerie Erwin shows how to make two staples perfect for a funeral spread: Red Rice with Turkey Sausage and Tea Cakes.Chef Valerie Erwin cares about social justice in general, and food justice in particular.