Past Events from July 30, 2022 – July 28, 2022 – Page 34 – Grid Magazine

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Open Saturdays at Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Pack a picnic basket and settle in among the gardens at Andalusia, where families and nature lovers can enjoy the grounds on Open Saturdays. The next Open Saturday is Rose Garden Day! Guests are invited to tour the spectacular Rose Garden at Andalusia and attend a book signing with Jenny Rose Carey, author of The Ultimate Flower Gardener’s Guide, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Self-guided garden tours of the property, and panoramic views of trees and flowers in various stages of bloom are available each Open Saturday. Add-on guided tours of the Historic House are also offered four times

$15

Exploring Our Urban Watershed on Land and Water-Kayak Program !

Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center 640 Waterworks Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Fairmount Water Works and Schuylkill River Development Corporation in exploring the Schuylkill River with activities and kayaking!Join Fairmount Water Works and Schuylkill River Development Corporation in exploring the Schuylkill River - from life in a drop of river water to plants that help keep the river clean.After a brief lunch break (bring your own), we will hike down the Schuylkill River Trail (about 1 mile) to the Walnut Street Dock, where kayaks await. Hidden River Outfitters will give a brief orientation to paddling and then we’ll get into our kayaks and out on the river!This program is geared towards

Getting to Green

4th St & Oregon Av 4th St & Oregon Av, Philadelphia, PA, United States

“Getting to Green: Routes to Roots” is a public art project, encouraging residents to use public transit to access green spaces in Philly.“Getting to Green: Routes to Roots” is a multi disciplinary public art project, encouraging residents to use public transit to access green spaces in Philadelphia. Unique artwork including a bus wrap, posters in bus shelters and print materials will feature hand drawn maps to orient riders and encourage their exploration of new pathways. Short video profiles will feature stories of riders, drivers and routes. A public launch and unveiling of the “Route 7 bus wrap” kicks off June

Rose Softwood Propagation

Wyck Historic House And Garden 6026 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Roses are notoriously difficult to propagate -- learn some tips and techniques from Wyck's Rosarian and help propagate our historic roses!Participants will help the Rosarian propagate antique roses and reblooming climbing roses by preparing softwood rose cuttings for the greenhouse. Participants will receive one softwood cutting of their choosing to take home. All materials will be provided, but if you have leather or rubber rose gloves, we recommend bringing them with you!This workshop will take place at Wyck (6026 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144). We will gather in the education building next to the Walnut Lane entrance.

Badass Women’s History Tour

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come one, come all! Join us on this unique, two-hour tour of Philly. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love!

Curious Histories Fest: A Taste of Water

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

For Families Saturday, June 10, 2023 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 United States Curious Histories Fest is an annual celebration of science, history, exploration, and experimentation. Detail of “Read How to Get Soft Water Right Out of Your Faucet!” Advertisement for Dow Chemical Company, July 11, 1953. Science History Institute The day will feature free hands-on activities and family-friendly fun, as well as exciting talks, tours, and highlights from our special collections. Visit our museum; talk to curators and experts; take part in performances, story times, and special events; and immerse yourself in

Philly VegFest

Head House Square Philadelphia, PA, us

Let's Get Green... Please share, share, share! After a long and unexpected hiatus... We are back! Join us for the 3rd-year revival of Philadelphia's own celebration of vegan and whole-food-plant-based (wfpb) lifestyles. Bring your friends and family, vegan and non-vegan alike, to visit with vegan/wfpb vendors and exhibitors of food, art, culture and organizations supporting the vegan/wfpb lifestyle. Enjoy music, vegan/wfpb speakers, intriguing panel discussions, and fun throughout the day. Philadelphia VegFest is a celebration of life & the vegan lifestyle! Promoting compassionate, sustainable, and healthful living! Fun for all ages! This is a FREE event. More details here: (https://www.phillyvegfest.com/)

Natural Dyeing with Riverside Plants I (BIPOC only)

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

In this workshop with LandLab artist-in-residence Bitter Kalli, participants will learn about spring and summer plants found along the Schuylkill River that can be used to create natural dyes. Participants will learn the fundamentals of natural dyeing and then naturally dye their own fabric. Participants are invited to bring their own items of clothing or fabric to dye, but it’s not required; we will provide dye materials and fabric. This event is specifically for people who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC). If you do not identify as BIPOC, please attend the second installment of this workshop

$10

2023 Block Party & Music Festival

The Rail Park 1150 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Get your early bird tickets to our first ever music festival or enjoy free, family friendly experiences on Phase I!What’s more Philly than a block party? Join us on June 10, 2023 for The Rail Park’s Annual Block Party for a day filled with live music, local vendors, food trucks serving up delicious treats and plenty of activities for all ages. Whether you want to dance the day away, explore the park's beautiful views and greenery, or just soak up the sun with friends, we've got you covered.You won't want to miss our live musical performances featuring some of the

The Clay Studio hosts 8th annual Clay Fest, presented by PNC Arts Alive

The Clay Studio 1425 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Clay Studio welcomes people of all ages for a day of creating art and muddy fun during the 8th annual Clay Fest, presented by PNC Arts Alive. From noon to 5 p.m., guests can participate in a number of free activities for all ages, including hands-on clay projects, wheel throwing demonstrations, a group sculpture extravaganza, picture frame decorating, stop-motion clay animation, an ice cream social, and music. During Clay Fest, Clay Studio artists will lead special ceramic activities, including creating necklaces with teaching artist Nitza Walesca, traditional Ghanaian Pottery techniques with Associate Artist Robin Williams-Turnage, and cup throwing with

Free

Art for the Cash Poor

InLiquid Gallery 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join InLiquid Saturday, June 10th from 12 - 6 pm for our annual affordable art fair, Art for the Cash Poor! Enjoy local art at the 23rd annual installment of this art fair that directly benefits visual artists, designers, and craftspeople. InLiquid invites the public to experience and support an accessible and thriving Philadelphia creative community, on the 1400 + 1500 blocks of N. American St. Enjoy art, crafts, music, and more! With more than 100 artists, all work is priced under $250 and all proceeds from art sales go directly to the artists. For more information please visit https://www.inliquid.org/aftcp/aftcp2023

Free

What’s a Watershed

Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bring the kids and join us for an interactive and fun environmental lesson and demonstration on watersheds.A watershed? What’s a watershed? Is it an H2O home? An Aqua outhouse? Perhaps it is a lean-to for liquids. Let’s figure it out together next to the Delaware River. Did you know you have a watershed address? Come learn how to find yours. Join us at Glen Foerd for a 45-60 min lesson on watersheds. This will include an interactive activity and all participants can also learn how to make a watershed model at home. Program is intended for elementary to middle schoolers.

North Central Philly Lost & Found

North Broad Street & Master Street Freedom Theater, 1346 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

For stunning late Victorian Gothic Revival architecture combined with fascinating social history, it's tough to beat Church of the AdvocateFor stunning late Victorian Gothic Revival architecture combined with fascinating social history, it's tough to beat Church of the Advocate at 18th and Diamond, the final stop on this tour but the first thing we want to tell you about (we didn't want to bury the lede!). The church's progressive social practices began at its founding with the abolition of "pew rents" and reached their height in the 1960s and 70s when it hosted the Conference of Black Power, the Black

CCL Philly Monthly Meeting

Online event

This is our regular monthly meeting of the local Philadelphia chapter of Citizens Climate Lobby as we work to build congressional support and political will for action on climate change. We meet online due to COVID-19. The local meeting follows a national level video call with a guest speaker. You can join remotely with the provided Zoom video conference link from your computer or smart phone, or by phone using a conference line number. All are welcome! Register and we will send you links to the national session (http://cclusa.org/meeting) which starts at 1:00 pm and lasts about 40 minutes, as

Mom’s Market

Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective Rittenhousetown Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

At Balck Lotus, women-run businesses are always in season - come shop with us every two weeks!Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective presents the Mom's Market to support local businesses owned by local moms and women entrepreneurs. This special biweekly marketplace is held in Philadelphia’s historic Rittenhouse Town. Bring the whole family and enjoy a nature walk on the surrounding trails. It's no secret that women-run businesses are important and deserve our support year-round. However, there's no denying the excitement that comes with shopping with them during certain times of the year. Whether it's during the holiday season or when the

Celebrate Philly’s Grassroots Leaders!

Center for Architecture and Design 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet & celebrate Philly's grassroots leaders - people on the frontlines of bringing change in the city! All donations will support them!Join us on Saturday, June 10th at the Center for Design & Architecture for PhillyBOLT's first annual celebration of participants in our School for Grassroots Leadership! Meet and celebrate some of Philly's grassroots leaders in-person and learn more about their work via art installations.Get insight into the critical work they're doing to help make sure every neighborhood in Philly can thrive. Plus, get ready to meet some amazing people over delicious food, refreshments, and live music! Catered by D-Nice

West Park Arts Fest Historic Trolley Tour

Parkside Avenue & East Memorial Hall Drive 4200 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Narrated by Kathy Lee, an excellent opportunity to learn the history of West Fairmount Park going back to the 1876 world's fair.Now in its 15th year, the West Park Arts Fest, presented by West Park Cultural Center and Fairmount Park Conservancy, has become a signature event in West Fairmount Park to bring people together in the park to celebrate the arts, cultural diversity, and talent of Philadelphia while promoting greater awareness of our city park and the area's history and heritage. This free, family-friendly event features live music, dance, and other performances on two stages. The children's zone engages all

Natural Dyeing with Riverside Plants

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19128, United States

In this workshop with LandLab artist-in-residence Bitter Kalli, participants will learn about spring and summer plants found along the Schuylkill River that can be used to create natural dyes. Participants will learn the fundamentals of natural dyeing and will then naturally dye their own fabric. Participants are invited to bring their own items of clothing or fabric to dye, but this is not required; we will provide dye materials and fabric. This event is open to the general public; registration is required as space is limited to 10 participants.

$10

Nurture with Nature: Therapeutic Horticulture

Laurel Hill Cemetery West 225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA

WHEN Saturday, June 10, 2023 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm WHERE Laurel Hill West Nature's Sanctuary Working with the healing power of plants can help to decrease stress and anxiety, process grief, and improve focus, mood, and overall wellbeing. Through nurturing activities that combine plant materials with eco-mindfulness and creative tools, each session is an invitation to relax, reflect, and restore. Join Kate Irvine, a trained horticulturist and mixed media artist with a certificate in Horticultural Therapy, for one, some, or all four sessions of this outdoor workshop series offering therapeutic practices that honor and preserve our connection with nature.

Champagne Garden Tour at Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum

Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum 1237 State Road, Andalusia, Andalusia, PA, United States

Spring is in full bloom at Andalusia! Join Horticulturist Kristin Biddle on a guided tour of the formal gardens along the banks of the scenic Delaware River. The guided tour begins on the grand porch of the Historic House with a glass of champagne and light refreshments. Upon the tour's conclusion, guests are invited to relax or stroll the River Walk. Access to the Historic House is not included with this tour.

$65

LGBTQIA+ Pride Celebration Happy Hour with The Philly Goat Project

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bring your LOVED ones! Visit and cuddle with goats, enjoy s'mores around the PGP fire pit. Win original hoof-made Goat Art! Take the goats for their bedtime walk and then tuck them into their cozy barn. All while supporting our free programming - Win/Win!! Kids ages 14 and up with their guardians. Time & Location Jun 10, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM EDT Philly Goat Project @ The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event LGBTQIA+ Pride Celebration Happy Hour with GOATS!! PGP's  June FUNdraiser!  Bring your favorite people & a beverage and come spend

5th Annual Philly Village Building Convergence (Night 2)

The Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden 2241 North Philip Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate with us for night 2 of VBC with live music, speakers, vendors, food, drinks, and more at Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden!!!Philadelphia City Repair Project is a non-profit organization that works to help community groups and individuals to transform their neighborhoods by reclaiming public space. We believe in creating and supporting environments that foster community, art, and ecology that are made by the people who live in them.Each year we host our largest event, the Philly Village Building Convergence (Philly VBC). Through a city-wide volunteer effort and a wide range of partnerships between community organizations, grassroots groups, and individuals, the

Orchestra in the Garden – Summer Serenade

Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

7:00 – 8:00 pm
Orchestra in the Garden returns with a concert of summer serenades.

Free Guided Bird Walk at Glen Foerd

Glen Foerd on the Delaware 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Riverfront North Partnership and Bird Philly for a Free bird walk at the beautiful Glen Foerd historic property.Join us for a free guided bird walk at the beautiful Glen Foerd historic estate along the Delaware River. We'll have a guide from Bird Philly helping us find and ID our feathered friends. A few pairs of binoculars will be available for participant's to borrow. This event is for all levels of birders, new and old. Participants' will meet on the grass in front of the historic mansion at 8:30am. Expect to walk through some brush and high grass, so long

Public Kayak Excursion

Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a free guided kayak tour of the Delaware River.Looking for a new adventure? Come join us at Glen Foerd this summer as we explore the beautiful Delaware River by kayak. Kayak excursions will be led by professionally certified guides and are appropriate for all levels of experience. The tour will include an introduction to the basics of paddling and an overview of safety protocols. Our exploration will be in tandem kayaks, so grab a buddy and come join us! Please arrive on time so our staff can deliver the safety talk and get everyone out on the

Ecotherapy in the Park: Guided Hike & Meditation

Shofuso Japanese House and Garden Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate spring with a peaceful hike and meditation! LOCATION Shofuso Japanese House and Garden Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives Philadelphia, PA 19131 Ecotherapist Krista Nelson will lead a guided hike and meditation to help you rekindle your love of nature as we celebrate spring. Find strength and companionship in a community of fellow nature lovers. We’ll start our hike with a tour of the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden where we’ll take in the beauty of the gardens while hearing about the unique architecture of the house. Our journey will then lead us to water, where we will spread out in seated

Event Series Yoga in the park

Yoga in the park

Azalea Garden Azalea Garden, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate spring and find your peaceful place in the greenspace! LOCATION Azalea Garden Kelly Drive and Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 There’s no better way to connect with your practice and with other people than outdoor yoga. Join us for yoga classes held in Fairmount Park’s beautiful Azalea Garden. These all-levels classes take place Sundays from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM and will be led by a rotation of local teachers from Tula Yoga. TICKET PRICES: Pay what you can – $10, $15, or $20 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: This class takes place outdoors on flat grass (or on a

Ghost Signs of Old City

Northeast Corner of 3rd and Chestnut Streets 243 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

See ghost signs and learn of the businesses behind them, from lettered signs on building facades to those embedded in the sidewalks."Ghost Signs" are faded and often forgotten business and advertisement signs, usually found on the front or sides of buildings. The effects of decades of weather, neglect, and cover-up attempts have diminished their eye-catching glow, but they still provide a window into the past, revealing generations of a building's history and uncovering fascinating stories of our city. These signs can be found all over Philadelphia, but a large concentration of them are in the Old City neighborhood. Join Hidden

Guided Trails Hike

Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Sunday, June 11, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view

Free – $3

Grow with the Flow! Community Yoga

Vivid Belle Lifestyle of the Active Beauty LLC 1543 Dickinson Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A series of no-cost, yoga classes provided in partnership with neighborhood wellness businesses and organizations.Yoga transcends traditional exercise as a total wellness practice, having both spiritual and physical benefits. With historical African and Indian roots, yoga was created by brown and Black people as a tool for growth. Consider trying yoga if you would like enhanced:Sleep Confidence FlexibilityConcentration Grow With the Flow! will also integrate breath work, affirmations, and group meditation into each class.Through August Black Girls With Green Thumbs will host twice monthly yoga classes at Vivid Belle. Participants will leave with take home cards that highlight the health

Live at Roots Garden w/ Marquise Lindsey-Bradley & Malinda Lissette

Fisher Park 571 West Spencer Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come spend a Sunday afternoon with us and enjoy live music unplugged in the Roots Garden at Fisher Park.You are in for a special treat as Olney's own Marquise Lindsey-Bradley teams up with Malinda Lissette to perform a set of duets for clarinet and flute in the vibrant green space of Roots Garden at Fisher Park! This will be a homecoming of sorts as Marquise returns from completing his undergraduate degree at Cleveland Institute of Music this spring. Bring your own lawn chair or picnic blanket, although we will have some folding chairs available. If it's a nice sunny day,

Nature Walk & Papermaking Art Experiments

Historic Rittenhouse Town 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Explore, create, & connect! Join us for an afternoon of papermaking, a nature walk, and artsy play.A walk in the woods to identify plants and then let’s make paper and play with natural materials together. Bring a curiosity for natural materials and your experimental crafty spirit open to explore and see what happens!Come for all or part of the afternoon. Suitable to bring children along. Rain or shine–and if it’s shine, bring a blanket and snacks along to play and enjoy the Wissahickon.This project is supported in part with funding from the Stockton Rush Bartol Foundation and the Marrazzo Family

Event Series Awbury Farm Market

Awbury Farm Market

6336 Ardleigh St 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Locally Sourced, Farm Fresh Produce at Awbury. The Farm is always free and open to walk and explore, but on Sunday afternoons from spring through fall, you can enjoy fresh local foods, buy fresh produce, and shop for artisan goods. In addition, we have Awbury staff and partner organizations on site to answer your questions, plus fun, family-friendly activities, wellness events, workshops, and demonstrations on the first Sunday of every month.

Bluebird Nesting Box Tour

FOR ALL AGES For more than fifty years, volunteers at Tyler Arboretum have been monitoring the nesting activities of the Eastern Bluebird.  Please join us on this family-friendly tour to share this tradition.  We will walk the succession field and check on quite a few bluebird boxes.  We expect to see bluebirds, active nests of bluebirds and other cavity-nesting birds, eggs, and young nestlings!  We will be walking on grassy fields, so bug spray is recommended. Please check in first at the Visitor Center patio window by 1 pm, where you’ll then meet your tour guide. Members: Adults: $5 each; Youth ages

Mushroom Foray at Nockamixon State Park

Weisel Farm House - High Bridge Trailhead 7347 Richlandtown Road, Quakertown, PA, United States

Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for free public mushroom hunt!Meet at Weisel Farm House - High Bridge Trailhead at 1pm. After a brief introduction we will break apart to look for mushrooms. If it is your first time and/or you feel like you need guidance you will be able to follow more experienced members. At 3pm we will all meet back at the starting point to identify and talk about what we found. Please note, cell phone service may be limited in this part of the park. Sign up for carpooling here: https://carpoolorganiser.com/event/foray-at-nockamixonChildren are welcome to attend. Dogs are also

Tree Planting in Neshaminy State Park,PA-1000 native trees spring/fall 2023

Neshaminy State Park, in Bucks County, PA 3401 State Road, Bensalem, PA, United States

Help reforest 2 acres in Neshaminy State Park, PA. Just north of Philadelphia. Remove invasive plants,tend,or plant native trees and shrubsNeshaminy State Park ReforestationWe have ongoing volunteer opportunities tending this 2.2 acre area in Neshaminy State Park. * Photo Gallery / HistoryDates of volunteer events:(Spring 2023 Tree Tending and Watering)2-24-23 Friday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)3-24-23 Friday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)3-26-23 Sunday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)5-7-23 Sunday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)6-11-23 Sunday (9

A Pilgrimage to Freedom: Tracing the Steps of Harriet Tubman from Maryland

Kennett Friends meetinghouse 125 West Sickle Street, Kennett Square, PA, United States

A Pilgrimage to Freedom: Tracing the Steps of Harriet Tubman from Maryland to Canada. At Kennett Friends meetingWalking Artist, Ken Johnston, will share stories of the places he passed through and the inspiring people he met on his journey tracing Harriet Tubman's journey to freedom. The second in Kennett Heritage Center's Speaking of History series, sponsored by Hadley Fund of the Chester County Community Foundation.

For Earth’s Sake

The Salvation Army Kroc Center of Philadelphia 4200 Wissahickon Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Love our Earth. Stand up for our planet.PhilHarmonia is proud to close our ninth season with the world premiere of Adam Silverman’s Elegy for the Earth - a powerful setting of poems by Susan Gubernat that bemoan the harmful effects of negligent human activity on the environment and the direness of climate change. We will also sing additional works by Marvin Gaye, Bob Dylan, Saro Lynch-Thomason as well as original compositions by PhilHarmonia members, Dana K. Fiero and L. Gnadinger. Free and open to the public. Donations accepted in advance and at the door. 20% of donations received for this

East Park Excursión: Boxer’s Trail Hike and BBQ Party

Woodford Mansion 2300 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a guided hike and BBQ party for the Latino community! Ven con nosotros para la caminata guiada y fiesta para la comunidad latina! DATE Sunday, June 11, 2023 TIME 3:00pm - 6:00pm LOCATION Woodford Mansion 2300 N. 33rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 Latino Outdoors and Fairmount Park Conservancy invite Philadelphia’s Latino community to a free afternoon hike along Fairmount Park’s beautiful Boxers’ Trail. The trail got its name because for many years Philadelphia boxers, including Smokin’ Joe Frazier, have used it as part of their training regimen. Latino Outdoors y Fairmount Park Conservancy invitan a la comunidad latina de Filadelfia a una caminata

Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Join us for a presentation in Tyler’s Barn Loft, followed by a twilight walk to find fireflies! Fireflies light up our yards on warm summer nights, but their glow is starting to dim as populations decline. Join native planting designer Michelle Detwiler to learn about these uniquely bioluminescent creatures and their challenges. Learn how to create healthy habitat to make your space as inviting as possible for these charismatic insects. After the presentation, we will join entomologist Sam Nestory for an exciting twilight walk to observe and identify local firefly species in the meadow at Tyler. FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN

$8 – $20

FABSCRAP PHL Volunteer Session: Monday, June 12, AM session

Bok 1901 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted with us beforeNote: If you choose to donate, please make sure that you also choose a sorter ticket. FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping

Celebrating Women in Agriculture at Crow’s Nest Preserve

Natural Lands' Crow's Nest Preserve 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, PA, United States

Please join us for lunch and fellowship while celebrating woman farmers and the women that support our regional agriculture industry.Join CCEDC's AgConnect for lunch, catered by local food enthusiast Christie Keith, formerly of Glenmoore Deli fame, as we celebrate women farmers and the women in agriculture that keep our food system moving. Our guest speaker, Judi Radel of Yeehaw Farm in Duncannon, will enlighten us with plenty of belly-laugh-inducing stories about how life in agriculture is unpredictable, constantly keeping us pivoting, and we just have to laugh and move on to the next plan.

Urban Creators Orchard Workday

Life Do Grow Farm 2316-50 North 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Help out the Philadelphia Orchard Project with care and maintenance of the newly planted orchard at Urban Creators and Life Do Grow Farm. 

Your Art & Social Justice

The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Workshop for artists looking to incorporate social justice efforts into their artwork."As long as communities face injustice and inequity, the arts will remain a platform to create social changes we desperately need.” - Asad Ali Jafri, Independent Cultural ProducerLocal artists, poets, and musicians have driven social justice impact within communities for decades, increasing social justice awareness through their creative mediums.

Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

Join us for a presentation in Tyler’s Barn Loft, followed by a twilight walk to find fireflies! Fireflies light up our yards on warm summer nights, but their glow is starting to dim as populations decline. Join native planting designer Michelle Detwiler to learn about these uniquely bioluminescent creatures and their challenges. Learn how to create healthy habitat to make your space as inviting as possible for these charismatic insects. After the presentation, we will join entomologist Sam Nestory for an exciting twilight walk to observe and identify local firefly species in the meadow at Tyler. FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN

$8 – $20

TTF Watershed Partnership: 2023 Photo Contest

Details & Rules TTF and the Olney Culture Lab are happy to announce our third biannual photo contest, made possible by the Philadelphia Water Department, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, The Circuit Trails, and the William Penn Foundation. For the second time, we’ve expanded the eligible coverage area to the whole TTF Watershed. We welcome your creativity and point of view on our watershed! Five photo entries are allowed per person; however, any individual is eligible for only one winning entry. Who Can Enter: Professional and enthusiast photographers of all ages are encouraged to participate! Current and former TTF staff are

Volunteer – Summer Gardening

Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, PA, United States

8:30 – 11:30 am
Blossom with the season.

Pest and Disease Walk

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Join us for a guided tour highlighting key pest and disease issues in Southeastern PA.We will walk a pre-scouted route of the Arboretum to showcase some key pest and disease issues common to Southeastern PA. Insect and mite issues will include hemlock woolly adelgid, spruce spider mite, white pine sheath mite, boxwood leafminer, boxwood mite, and various scales. We will also discuss the protection of pollinators and other beneficial insects through the proper use of registered products. This walk is cosponsored and led by Chris Ward of John B. Ward & Co. Arborists. Attendance provides 3 CEUs for ISA Certified

Haverford College Climbing Tree Storytime

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Join us for storytime led by Haverford Township Free Library!Join us for a delightful time of books and songs! This outdoor, in-person storytime will be held once a month during the summer at the Haverford College campus in front of the climbing tree (N 40° 00.534 W 075° 18.482) from 10:30 am-11:00 am. This storytime will be in lieu of Babies & Books and is tailored to children ages 0 to 5.Children need to be accompanied by a guardian while attending this program. This event will be canceled in the case of inclement weather. Registration is not required but by

Nature Tots: It’s Summer!

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a story, simple craft, short walk & more. Children ages 2-5 years with an adult.Children ages 2-5 years with an adult can join us for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. $5.00 per child. Adults are FREE. Eventbrite fees apply if paying by card. If you'd like to pay by cash or check, those options can be found at checkout. Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. This is an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress

Mulberry POPHarvest @ The Woodlands

The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia

Join us in harvesting this abundant and underappreciated city fruit at The Woodlands in West Philadelphia! Did you know that mulberries are actually the sweetest of all fruit? They pop up everywhere in the city and the more we can pick and eat the fewer new weed trees will result. Bring your own harvest bag or container and join us in Mulberry Magic!  Take home half of what you harvest and donate half to POP!

Kids Explore: School’s Out!

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

celebrate the start of summer by hiking the forest, meadow, creek, pond and wherever else the kids' adventurous souls take us.Drop off your child to explore nature freely outdoors in all weather with staff. We will celebrate the start of summer by hiking the forest, meadow, creek, pond and wherever else the kids' adventurous souls take us. Ages 6-10. Drop-off. $5 per child.Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. This is an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress for the weather and

Celebrate Your Park! Discover Your Creek! Summer Block Party

Tacony Creek Park, Ramona Avenue & I Street 4528 I St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us in Tacony Creek Park to Celebrate Your Park & Discover Your Creek! Take a walk through a Story Trail, play games at the Creekmobile, learn about other organizations and community resources, arts and crafts, and more! This event is FREE and all ages are welcome. Rain Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 For questions, call 215-744-1853 or email info@ttfwatershed.org _________________________________Español________________________________ ¡Ven a celebrar su parque & descubrir su quebrada en Tacony Creek Park! Dé un paseo por un Story Trail, juegue con las actividades en el Creekmobile, aprenda sobre otras organizaciones y recursos comunitarios, arte y manualidades, ¡y más!

SWWAG Workshop: Natural Pest Management

CHOP Karabots 4865 Market St., Philadelphia, PA

Learn about different natural pest management methods for your garden! Please note that this intermediate-level workshop takes place at Chop Karabots Garden at 48th and Market Streets. Instructor: Carly Freedman, Program Coordinator for Community Garden and Food Sustainability at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!  

Strawberry Mansion Community Dialogue Series, Session 2 (In-Person)

Joseph E. Mander Playground 2140 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join your neighbors in a discussion around environmental injustices and envision what an environmentally just neighborhood could look like.The Philadelphia Office of Sustainability, Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Philadelphia Environmental Justice Advisory Commission, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and Environmental Protection Agency Region 3 will hold in-person and virtual community listening and visioning sessions for Strawberry Mansion community members to share experiences with environmental injustice in their communities.In Session 2, participants will:Envision what a thriving community looks like and present challenges to achieving that vision.Learn about funding resources available for environmental justice efforts.Identify barriers to accessing funding and opportunities to

Museum for Art in Wood presents How it Started and How it’s Going: Collector talk with Suzanne Perrault

Zoom, Online Only

Join us for How it Started and How it’s Going, a speaker series with collectors. For this session, we’ll get a different perspective on collecting by speaking with Suzanne Perrault a partner at Rago/Wright Auctions. We’ll learn about how she got started in the industry and why; we’ll hear what attracts them to certain pieces and see some of their favorite works along with pieces for an upcoming auction. We will also discuss what makes someone a collector of art, how to start your own collection, and how to become more knowledgeable about the auction world.

Free

Bat Walk with the Bio Team

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come learn about different bat species found on the refuge on this special twilight walk! Join the Biology Team for an after-dark walk. Free and kid-friendly!

Homeschooler Days: Mapping the Garden

Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Calling on art for inspiration, we’ll put our knowledge of the garden into practice.   ABOUT HOMESCHOOLER DAYS: Every second Wednesday, March through June and September through November, 10am-noon. For homeschoolers ages 5 -11 and their adult. For more information, email lgale@bartramsgarden.org

Museum for Art in Wood presents Seeing Through Space Artist Talk with Nadia Kaabi-Linke

Zoom, Online Only

Join the Museum for Art in Wood for an engaging artist talk with artist Nadia Kaabi-Linke, whose work is included in the current exhibition The Mashrabiya Project – Seeing Through Space. Kaabi-Linke is the fourth featured artist to speak in the exhibition’s ongoing lecture series. In this virtual talk, Kaabi-Linke will share her artistic journey and her connection to mashrabiya in the context of architecture, art, craft, and community. Nadia Kaabi-Linke was born Tunis, Tunisia, and raised in Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates. She graduated from the University of Fine Arts, Tunis, in 1999, and earned a Ph.D. at

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June 2023 Yard Talk: Pollinator Habitats Contained!

Redbud Native Plant Nursery 904 North Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

Join us as for a demonstration using native plants for container gardening.Interested in attracting birds, butterflies and beneficial insects to your garden but short on space or time? In this workshop you’ll learn easy, take-home tips to assemble pollinator friendly containers using low maintenance native plants for sun or shade.Join us in the nursery yard as Marcia Tate demonstrates using native plants to make show stopping container displays. Marcia Tate is a garden designer, coach, photographer, teacher & writer specializing in native plants and regenerative gardening.Marcia is vice-president of the board of directors and active member of Friends of Glen

Grays Ferry Community Dialogue Series, Session 2 (In-Person)

New Temple Baptist Church 2633 Wharton St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join your neighbors in a discussion around environmental injustices and envision what an environmentally just neighborhood could look like.The Philadelphia Office of Sustainability, Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Philadelphia Environmental Justice Advisory Commission, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and Environmental Protection Agency Region 3 will hold in-person and virtual community listening and visioning sessions for Grays Ferry residents to share experiences with environmental injustice in their communities.In Session 2, participants will:Envision what a thriving community looks like and present challenges to achieving that vision.Learn about funding resources available for environmental justice efforts.Identify barriers to accessing funding and opportunities to collaborate

Richard’s Rambles: East Woods & Marsh Ramble

FOR ADULTS (18+) AND YOUTH AGES 15+ This Ramble will explore the trails and the large variety of trees of the secluded and little-visited East Woods of Tyler Arboretum. The landscape includes a lush lowland area with three springs enveloped in lovely ferns and mosses. An area of serpentine rock is readily observed, this being an extension of the outcropping that is Pink Hill. The East Woods of Tyler was also once a dense forest and the site of a land management project which took place in the late ’70s. Crossing Barren Road on the Minshall Trail (white blazes), we

En Plein Air, Come make art on the grounds of historic Laurel Hill Mansion

Laurel Hill Mansion 3487 Edgley Drive, East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia

We invite you to spend a day painting, drawing or sketching en plein air on the grounds of Laurel Hill Mansion. Nestled along the scenic Schuylkill River in East Fairmount Park, Laurel Hill Mansion has a prominent location on a high bluff overlooking the Schuylkill River. Garden, historic house, river view, Strawberry Mansion Bridge there is much here to intrigue the eye so no matter what your medium is pack your supplies and join us for a day of painting and sketching, under the shade trees of Laurel Hill Mansion. Bring a picnic too. This is a free event with

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Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers are not accepted). You can also catch the Sankofa Farm Stand at Clark Park Farmer’s Market in West Philadelphia every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 10am-1pm!

Mindfulness in the Garden Summer Meditation Workshop: Love and Kindness Pride Meditation (LBGTQIA)

Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no prior registration and welcomes participants of all abilities! Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. We’ll have extra water and a limited supply of mats on hand as well. While the class begins at 3:15, participants are encouraged to gather and ground themselves in the space from 3-3:15pm. Classes will move to the chosen area for the day from

June 2023 Yard Talk: Bug Walk and Talk – Aphids

Redbud Native Plant Nursery 904 North Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

Join us as we learn about aphids, their unusual lives, and their many cool predators in this walk and talk with naturalist Sam Nestory.Despite their small size, aphids rarely go unnoticed in the garden because where there's one aphid, there's likely hundreds! But despite their vast numbers, aphids rarely pose a significant threat to our native plant gardens, because they are one part of a larger, fascinating ecosystem. Join us as we learn about aphids, their unusual lives, and their many cool predators in this walk and talk with naturalist Sam Nestory. Samantha Nestory is the engagement manager and naturalist

6/15 Art & Change Grant (ACG) Information Session

Camden FireWorks 1813 Broadway, Camden, NJ, United States

Join the Leeway Foundation & a guest grantee for an in-person Art & Change Info Session before the August 1st deadline!Have questions about the application process for the Leeway Art and Change Grant?Join Leeway Foundation and guest grantee Misty Sol (ACG ‘11, ‘16, ‘20; LTA ‘16; WOO ‘19, ‘20, ‘21, ‘22) for an in-person Art and Change Grant Information Session. During the session, the guest grantee will share their experience applying to the Leeway Art & Change Grant. Access the application and learn more about the ACG here before the August 1st deadline.Can't make the Information Session?You may also be

Ultimate Guide to Vegetable Garden Success Masterclass

346 E Washington St 346 East Washington Street, Norristown, PA, United States

Whether starting a new garden or looking to optimize your garden, come learn about the principles and techniques that will lead to success!Join us to learn how you can best manage your garden for year after year success and improvement. With a focus on backyard vegetable gardens, we will discuss the principles and practices that you can implement to achieve a wildly successful and sustainable organic living soil ecosystem. From defining the location and size of your garden to managing the plants and soil system, this comprehensive session will coverChoosing the best location for your garden involves taking into consideration

Summer Social & Celebration

PHS Pop Up Garden at South Street 1438 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join The Spruce Foundation for a night celebrating this year's grantees, with music, food, and drinks.Join The Spruce Foundation for an evening at PHS Pop-Up Garden on South Street to celebrate this year's grant recipients. Grantees to be announced in early May!In addition to the chance to honor youth-serving nonprofits making a difference in our city, you'll have a prime opportunity to make new friends or connect with old ones by networking with other emerging professionals, leaders, and philanthropists.Tickets includes access to an open bar of craft beer and soft drinks, as well as light bites. This event is open

Philadelphia: Protest Animal Abuse at Garden Bros. Circus Opening Day

Philadelphia Mills 1455 Franklin Mills Cir, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Garden Bros. Circus is back in Philly and we'll be there for opening to protest the abuse and exploitation of horse, ponies, dogs and other animals for its two shows on opening day. Like all circuses that force animals to perform, Garden Bros. Circus has a long history of violations of the Animal Welfare Act, including failing to provide two elephants with adequate care and shelter. They were forced to stand on asphalt in direct sunlight in 89-degree weather without access to shade. Camel and pony exhibitor Joel Faulk and horse exhibitor Kambarov Raiychbek Kozugulovich were similarly charged. Faulk and

City-Dwelling Bees: Urban Ecology and Urban Theory

Explore the current understanding of bees in cities and the future of urban bee research.City-Dwelling Bees: Urban Ecology and Urban Theory Thursday, June 15, 7 – 8:30 PM Austin Martin, PhD student, Geography and Urban Studies, Temple University Although it may seem counterintuitive, cities can serve as effective havens for bees in a national landscape replete with intensive agriculture and toxic lawns. Explore the current understanding of bees in cities, including Austin Martin’s research on native bees in Detroit and its neighboring suburbs. This lecture will also illuminate existing shortcomings in urban ecological research and discuss how urban political ecology

1,000th Tree Planting

Haverford College Arboretum 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA, United States

Join us for a celebratory tree planting!In 2017 the Arboretum underwent a tree risk assessment that resulted in us having to remove approximately 500 trees from campus. We set a goal that within ten years we would plant two trees for each tree removed meaning that we would add an additional 1,000 trees to campus by 2027. We are happy to report that we have met that goal early and will be planting our 1,000th tree on Friday, June 16, 2023! Please join us in celebrating our accomplishment as we plant a Styrax obassia, fragrant snowbell, on Lloyd Green.

Bog Container

Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

Construct your own colorful and captivating bog garden in a container. Learn how to create the conditions necessary for growing these exceptional sun-loving plants and proper long-term maintenance techniques. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Friday, June 16, 2023. About the Instructor: Susan Dixon is the perennial plant buyer and department manager at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin, DE. She has attended classes ornamental horticulture at New York Botanical Garden and is currently earning her certificate of merit at Longwood. She has a passion for wildlife and the native plants that support them. Register Now Member

$89

Education Station in the Pollinator Preserve

FOR ALL AGES Stop by our Education Station in the Pollinator Preserve, where we have something for everyone – whether you are a gardener, insect lover, or just like to get close to nature. We love sharing the relationships between plants, insects, and birds with you and even have something for the youngest visitors. No registration is necessary, and it’s free with admission. So just stop by anytime from 10 am to 1 pm. See you there! NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY

Photo Walk

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, United States

Join us to capture the season!Photo WalkSaturday, June 17, 9 – 11 AM(rain date: Sunday, 6/18)Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for these monthly small group sessions. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning various compositional and technical options on the spot.Participants will need to bring a camera, a fully charged battery, and a camera card with space to shoot freely. Photographers with any kind of camera can benefit, but DSLRs are recommended.Members: $20 | Non-Members: $30Photo Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, April 15, May 20, and

Parkside Past, Parkside Present: Walking Tour of Neighborhood & Centennial

School of the Future 4021 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a special walking tour of Parkside!Join us for a special walking tour of Parkside with Michael Burch (science educator, community organizer, and founder of the Parkside Journal) and John Sigmund (Public Programs Manager and passionate park history buff). Parkside. The name says it all — it’s the neighborhood beside West Fairmount Park. Similarly to Strawberry Mansion on the other side of the Schuylkill, Parkside is where the city grid meets the greenspace, buffered by a boulevard of grand homes facing the park. Much of the Parkside neighborhood was built during the 1876 Centennial Exhibition. Originally populated by

Black Farmers & Artisan Market (OPENING DATE JUNE 17th)

The Cultural Collective Cafe & BrickNKulture Event Space 65 North Broad Street, Woodbury, NJ, United States

We would love for you to come on down to the Market and meet the Makers & growers and see what they have to offer.BrickNKulture Black Farmers' & Artisan Market Provides a community that supports & values the opportunity for individuals that are creators, makers, and for those that eat the food that they grow.This space supports Black local Growers, Makers and Entrepreneurs!The Black Farmers & Artisan Market is Rain or Shine from JUNE-SEPT Every 3rd Sat from 9am-1pm.We would love for you to come on down to the Market and meet the Makers & growers and see what they

Event Series POP Share Food Program Workday

POP Share Food Program Workday

Nice Roots Farm 2901 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Get Involved on Nice Roots Farm! Thanks so much for your help in the fight against food insecurity in Philadelphia!  Nice Roots Farm and Orchard hosts Community Farming days, a series of monthly work days taking place monthly from March – to December 2023. Volunteering At Nice Roots Farm (no experience necessary! all tasks will be taught & demonstrated) Participants will learn about growing food in an urban environment, make an impact with hands-on help, and get to know others looking to do the same. No green thumb necessary! Our Farming Days are being hosted in partnership with Philadelphia Orchard Project. The

Volunteer Shell Bagging Event-June 17th-Delaware

PDE Shell Recycling Area North Church St.,, Wilmington, DE, United States

Help PDE bag oyster shells so that they can used in restoration projects and support clean waters!PDE has been collecting oyster shell from Wilmington area restaurants since early 2016. Generally, spent oyster shells go to landfills, but with our recycling program, shells are going back to the bay! Oyster shells are important for baby oysters and the entire aquatic ecosystem. Juvenile oysters need hard structures to attach to...which in turn leads to more oysters! We need to put our recycled oyster shells into bags so that they are easier to transport and easier to use on restoration projects.Who: Anyone age 12

Germantown Farmers Market

Germantown Farmers Market 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm 5501 Germantown AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144 The Germantown Farmers Market invites local food producers and artisan makers to sell their wares in the heart of Historic Germantown!

Kennett Square’s First Free Black Community: A walk with Ken Johnston

State Street State Street, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Follow Ken along the streets and trails to learn the history of slavery in Pennsylvania and Kennett Square's first free Black community.Walking Artist, Ken Johnston, has traced Harriet Tubman's steps from Maryland to Canada. He recently embarked on a research journey of the history of slavery and freedom in southeastern Pennsylvania and the settlement of free Blacks in Kennett Square. Caution: hilly terrain.

Plant Pests, Diseases & Nutrient Deficiencies

Pleasant Playground Community Garden 6720 Boyer Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Plant Pests, Diseases& Nutrient DeficienciesThis hands-on workshop will cover common plant diseases and nutritional deficiencies found among vegetable and fruit plants grown in small scale urban agricultural production systems. We will also discuss the prevention of common plant pests to include identifying of crop beneficials, helpful insects and prevention techniques for your summer and fall crops.

Saturdays In The Park

Martin Luther King Park / Yosko Park / Donegan Elementary School / Madison Park / McNamara Park 433 Carlton Avenue, Bethlehem, PA, United States

Saturdays in the Park is a safe, welcoming space for community members to engage in activities that promote physical and mental wellness.Saturdays In The Park is a program of regular pop-ups in the community green space to provide community members with opportunities to reduce stress, increase connection, build skills and connect with community resources. By offering these pop-ups in coordination with Southside Clean Up events, we can continue to build community connections, nurture relationships, and streamline access to services, all of which are shown to be effective mitigators of stress, anxiety, depression and trauma.We will have snacks, water, art supplies

Workshop: Tree ID from the Trail – Spring Section

Take a hike through the woods with the Mt. Cuba Arboriculture Team and learn to recognize common native trees. Tree identification becomes quick and rewarding when using easy and practical identification tricks such as leaf shape, bark texture, silhouettes, and fruit and nuts found on the ground. Class will be held entirely outdoors, so dress for the weather and hiking on steep paths and uneven terrain. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Saturday, June 17, 2023. (Rain Date: Saturday, June 24) About the Instructors: Nicole DeLizzio is the Arborist Assistant at the Mt.

$35

Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

Bike Container

This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

Restoration Volunteer Work Day

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Connect with nature and make new friends while we work together to improve the health and biodiversity of our 340-acre forest through invasive plant removals, native species plantings, and trail maintenance projects. We recommend participants come prepared wearing long pants and sturdy boots. Please bring your water bottle and a pair of gloves if you have them. No experience necessary – we provide tools, instructions, and gloves if needed. Registration required.

Community Clean-Up

Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

Registered volunteers will meet at the entrance of Bartram’s Garden, at 54th and Lindbergh, promptly at 10 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. In collaboration with Bartram’s Garden, the Southwest Tree Coalition, and the Roots Tree Crew, Southwest neighbors are invited to revitalize and help maintain the health of Southwest’s public spaces. Volunteers will clear trash and debris, participate in planting, and help maintain young trees. Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn about soil health, proper tree

Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience necessary. Suitable for all ages and beginners. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Free

Now + Then Marketplace x Philly Flea Mega Market

Thunderbird Salvage 2441 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A curated marketplace that happens now and then highlighting artists, artisans, makers, and resellers in Philly.60 vendors around the blocks next to Thunderbird Salvage & in the Philly Brewing Company Parking lot at the same time Philly Flea is happening on the next block around Hackett Elementary School. Outdoor, free and open to public, dog and kid friendly. Spots are relatively 8x6 and cost $60 each!

Juneteenth Tours at Peter Wentz Farmstead

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday, June 18, 2023 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Juneteenth Tours Join the Peter Wentz Farmstead in observation of Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the emancipation of Black enslaved people in America. UGR3DAY Conductor Dee Patterson will be here at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 17th leading an early-morning story walk for both kids and adults. Learn about the journeys of enslaved people seeking their freedom through this interactive experience. All ages; Free. Registration is not required for the UGR3DAY Story Walk. We will also be offering special tours

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American Chestnut Orchard Tour

FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 In the first half of the 20th century, the American chestnut tree was all but eliminated from the forests of eastern North America by an imported fungal disease, commonly known as chestnut blight. In cooperation with the American Chestnut Foundation, Tyler Arboretum is host to a preservation orchard where surviving examples of this tree are raised and bred as part of the conservation effort to restore this iconic tree to eastern forests. Join expert Dan O’Keefe for a tour of the orchard to learn about the American chestnut tree, its significance, and efforts to achieve resistance

Badass Women’s History Tour

Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come one, come all! Join us on this unique, two-hour tour of Philly. Walk alongside the Badass women who formed this city of sisterly love!

Wild Wisdom: a multi-season, hands-on foraging series

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Wild Wisdom is a program designed to introduce participants to some of the most common, under-utilized, wild edible, medicinal, and craft plants of the Philadelphia bio-region, the ancestral homeland of the Lenape / Wingohocking. In 2023, Wild Wisdom is being offered in a new model of as 4, 3-hour workshops representing each season’s bountiful harvest: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Each class can be taken as an independent one-off class or discounted as a 4-part series. Each monthly 3-hour class will include in-class and in-field time to botanically I.D., gather, and harvest useful plants with in-depth sharing on plants’ ecological, nutritional,

Juneteenth Celebration in the Park

Fairmount Park Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A free Juneteenth Celebration for all! Come enjoy a family friendly event full of music, culture, fun and live entertainment!

A Taste of African Heritage: Beans and Rice

"The ancestors of African Americans brought wonderful food traditions to parts of the Caribbean, South America, and the southern states.""A Taste of African Heritage is a way of eating based on the healthy food traditions of people with African roots. This healthy way of eating is powerfully nutritious and delicious, and naturally meets the guidelines experts recommend for supporting good health." - OldwaysJoin us for a delicious vegetarian dish inspired by the African diaspora.Led by instructor, Chef Shayla Felton-Dorsey. Shayla is a passionate Philadelphia chef whose focus includes community, culture and food.Here is the list of ingredients. We hope you'll

Community Clothing Swap

Kensington Corridor Trust Community Garden 3236-56 Kensington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Community Clothing Swap - open to all!Join us, Climate Action, and Kensington Corridor Trust for a fun and sustainable clothing swap at the Kensington Corridor Trust Community Garden on June 17th! This event is open to everyone, so gather your friends and family and come swap clothes with us.To help us prepare for the event, we kindly ask that you register your attendance. Registration is quick and easy, and it will ensure that we have enough space and resources to accommodate everyone.At the clothing swap, you'll have the chance to exchange your gently used clothes with others, giving new life

Beyond Juneteenth

Drop Squad Kitchen 928 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE, United States

Beyond Juneteenth is an annual holistic, community based cultural, spiritual, and educational event dedicated to moving beyond the symbolismBeyond Juneteenth is an annual holistic, community based cultural, spiritual, and educational event dedicated to moving beyond the symbolism of Juneteenth. This year our festivities are 2 days!Saturday, June 17th commences at Drop Squad Kitchen with a Communal Remembrance Procession to the river at 12 Noon to venerate our ancestors and the living community of ancestors (Egbe).There will be vendors, face painting, good food, good vibes, 6 DJS, Musical Performances, and this will be hosted by King Simon!The festivities will conclude at

Poems of the Pennypack

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a reading of Poems of the Pennypack by Poets G. Emil reutter and Diane Sahms, and bring your poems for open mic.Join us for a reading of Poems of the Pennypack by Poets g emil reutter and Diane Sahms. Bring your poems or antidotes to read in the open segment of this event!Adults & Teens. Free. g emil reutter and Diane Sahms will have books available for purchase.Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. Photos will be taken

Juneteenth Celebration at the Hatfield House

Hatfield House North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a free Juneteeth celebration at historic Hatfield – the big white house at 33rd and Girard!Join us for a free Juneteeth celebration at historic Hatfield – the big white house at 33rd and Girard! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy live jazz music, a DJ, kid-friendly activities and games, and prize giveaways. Enjoy refreshments including pretzels and water ice. Plus, step inside the house to see a new photo exhibit from We Walk PHL and GirlTrek: “Healing Through the Land: Black Faces in Green Spaces.”June 19th is Juneteenth, which commemorates and honors the end

Celebrate Philly’s 1st Juneteenth Mural! | Unveiling + Dedication

Germantown ArtHaus 6228 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia's FIRST Juneteenth Mural Dedication! MAKE HISTORY in Germantown on Saturday, June 17th at 2pm!Philly's 1st Juneteenth Mural | A Celebration!The history-making mural dedication will include:An opportunity to meet the Muralist & their TeamThe festival's Colored Troop Re-enactors African drum performances An interactive MURAL art stationSOUL FOOD Martinis & Cupcakes by Tiny Cakes BakeryCapital One Caf´e Swag!& More!You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from the artist, ask questions and GET INSPIRED! This new Mural marking ‘Freedom Day,’ the first of its kind in Philadelphia, will be unveiled and dedicated at The Germantown ArtHaus during Philadelphia’s Juneteenth Festival on Saturday,

2nd Annual WRV 25th Anniversary!

Historic Rittenhouse Town 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Honoring a quarter century of community-based ecological restoration in Philadelphia’s Wissahickon Valley Park for the second year in a row!Join us for a festive day of celebration in commemoration of 25+1 years of Wissahickon Restoration Volunteers!!!We got rained on last year, so we are doing it again!Join us for LIVE MUSIC, locally catered food, tasty beers, and lots of other treats!One dinner ticket gets you a yummy meal (vegan/vegetarian options available) and includes one adult beverage. Additional beverage tickets are available, and discount tickets are provided for couples and families. The more tickets you buy, the more fun you'll have,

Contemplative Nature Photography

The Barn at Historic RittenhouseTown 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a contemplative approach to photographing nature using smartphones. The emphasis will be on the process, not the product. Walking meditation, mindful breathing, and contemplative appreciation of nature will be the doorways into a reflection on our relationship to nature. What images do we see? What stories do we create about what we observe? Can we learn to see familiar sights with new eyes?

$27