Please be sure to check the event organizer’s website for any last-minute changes or cancellations prior to attending.

 

Have an event that will fit well on our calendar?

Submit it here!

Events

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

  • Autumn Gold: The Goldenrods (Online)

    Come fall, fields are painted gold with goldenrods. In spite of their beauty, goldenrods all too often get a bad rap as weedy – certainly not desirable garden plants! But there is great diversity among goldenrods, with over 70 species in the eastern U.S. Many are stunningly beautiful, and it is possible to select species that will bloom from early July through the first frosts. Goldenrods are also critical nectar sources for a staggering array of insects and serve a vital role in ecological webs. Many interesting insects specialize on goldenrods, and the nutrient-rich seeds provide ample fodder for seed-eating

    $25

  • What is a Watershed? Interactive Workshop with Artist Rebecca Schultz

    Elkins Park Free Library 563 Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA, United States

    The Tookany/Tacony Frankford Watershed is partnering with local artist Rebecca Schultz for a multi-part educational program using arts and community science to learn about our watershed! During this first workshop, participants will learn what a watershed is and how our watershed is connected to all of the other watersheds in the Delaware Basin–and the global water cycle. We will then work together to create a community watershed map! Families and all ages are welcome to join us for this exciting intersection of art and science. The PA Department of Environmental Protection generously funds this project. REGISTRATION REQUIRED

  • Night Hike: Beaver Moon

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us on the trails of the Schuylkill Center for an evening hike to see the Beaver Moon, learning a bit about the humble beaver along the way. Meet fellow lunar enthusiasts as we chat astronomy, astrology, and nature in the glow of the autumn moon. Tickets: $5 for Schuylkill Center members, 10$ for non-members. Pre-registration is required for this popular event. Sign Up

  • Supermoon Hike

    SUITABLE FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Don’t miss the chance to experience Tyler by the light of a supermoon! When the moon swings closest to Earth, it appears bigger and brighter than usual. On this guided hike, we’ll explore Tyler’s trails under the brilliance of the supermoon, using our senses to take in the sights, sounds, and mysteries of the night. Along the way, your guide will share points of special interest and seasonal highlights. We hope to see and hear some of the nocturnal wildlife that make a home in Tyler’s natural areas! This moderately paced hike is

  • Thursday Volunteer Service

    PA

    Meeting location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Plantings: bending over, crouching/squatting, carrying up to 20 lbs, using long handled tools for digging

  • Sprouts

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones 18 months to 3 years old and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning. Due to limited space, pre-registration is required. $20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other

  • Richard’s Rambles

    FOR ADULTS (18+) AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Join naturalist Dr. Richard Brenner for Richard’s Rambles, a series of immersive walks through Tyler Arboretum’s 650 acres. Each Ramble explores a different corner of the Arboretum—from towering trees and seasonal blooms to rocky outcrops, streams, and unique landscapes—highlighting seasonal changes, wildlife, geology, and history. Whether it’s spotting wildlife or learning about the land’s rich past, Richard will help you experience nature with new eyes. These outdoor adventures are perfect for curious nature lovers who enjoy being outside, learning something new, and paying close attention to the world around them. Each Ramble is shaped by the

  • Migration Madness Bird Walks

    Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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

  • After-School Enrichment: Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival and Intermediate Wilderness Survival

    After-School Enrichment: Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival and Intermediate Wilderness Survival
    Awbury Arboretum 2 Awbury Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This fall, Awbury’s AdventureWoods is the place to be for hands-on outdoor fun! Children ages 8–11 can join Intro to Archery & Wilderness Survival on Thursdays, Sept 25–Oct 30, 2025, from 4–6 PM, where they’ll learn the basics of archery, try their hand at carving, cook over a campfire, and practice core survival skills like foraging, knot-tying, shelter-building, and first aid. For older adventurers ages 11–15, the Intermediate Wilderness Survival program runs Tuesdays, Sept 23–Oct 28, 2025, from 4–6 PM, taking things to the next level with advanced archery drills, tool carving, matchless fire-starting, cooking, and more complex survival challenges.

  • ATC Closing Hike 15: Valley Green Run with Lisa Kleiman, Andrea DeSabato, and Debra Brackett

    Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at the Valley Green Inn (see map here) The northern parking lot can be accessed by Wises Mill Road, and the southern by Valley Green Road. Overflow parking is in the Upper Lot. There will be restrooms available at the Inn. This hike is a part of our All Trails Challenge (ATC) hike series, presented by Newrez LLC, geared for Challengers to rack up miles and explore different areas of the park on each hike. Join us for all 15 parts and you’re well on your way to hitting all 50+ miles of trails in Wissahickon Valley Park. Not a Challenger?

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym
    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, United States

    FALL HOURS ARE HERE! If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, we’ll be open Wednesdays through Fridays, 2:00PM-6:00PM at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM: ✍🏽 Bring a project 💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi) 🖊️ Try our design exercises 🧩 Play our design games, toys + puzzles 📚 Look through our design library 🧊 Creative reset ALL ARE WELCOME; including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary, free/pay what you wish, walk-in during

    Free/Pay as you wish

  • Sankofa Farm Stand at 54th & Lindbergh

    Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited locally grown produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at our 54th & Lindbergh Boulevard 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 on First & Third Saturdays, 10am–1pm at the Clark Park Farmer’s Market  (4300 Baltimore Ave) Second Saturdays, 11am–3pm at the Black Farmer’s Market at Freedom Garden (5200 Pine Street)

  • Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show Preview Party

    Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show is hosting a preview party for its 49th year on November 6, 2025, from 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Guests receive early access to view and shop all work that will be on display from 195 incredible artists from across the country. The night will feature an awards ceremony where artists are awarded prizes for excellence, as well as a cocktail buffet of food and drinks. Preview party ticket holders may also attend every day of the craft show, complimentary. Dress code for the evening is cocktail attire.

    $125

  • Philadelphia Hour of Action

    Philadelphia Hour of Action
    Triple Bottom Brewing 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Hi! 👋 Live in Philadelphia, care about climate, and ready to do something meaningful? Join us! We meet for Hours of Action to advocate for bold policy change. No experience required. Join fellow climate-concerned denizens of Philadelphia at Triple Bottom Brewing for the most productive hour of your day! In 60 minutes, we get up to speed on a timely climate policy issue, learn how we can impact it this week, and then actually take action.

  • Artist Talk with Nazanin Noroozi

    The Print Center 1614 Latimer St, Philadelphia, P, United States

    Join The Print Center for an Artist Talk with the New York-based Iranian artist Nazanin Noroozi, presented both in-person and on Zoom. Noroozi will discuss her career, the works in the exhibition, her artistic inspirations and her unique papermaking process. This program is presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Nazanin Noroozi: False Dawn,” on view at The Print Center through November 22. This event is free and open to the public. Visit The Print Center’s website for more details and to register for Zoom. Registration not required for in-person attendance.

    Free

  • The Community Leaders Collaborative (CLC)

    3500 Lancaster Ave 3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Get ready to connect, collaborate, and create change with other community leaders at The Community Leaders Collaborative (CLC) event!The Community Leaders Collaborative (CLC) is reorganizing. We need you at the table. Let’s bring our voices back and plan for 2026. There is a lot happening in our community and we want to be proactive with a progressive agenda!LA 21 is hosting the meeting. We will need you to RSVP so we can plan for refreshments. We are looking forward to getting together again! And accomplishing purpose.

  • Weekend Warm-up Hike

    The Weekend Warm-up Hike returns to Tyler’s hiking trails! Start your Friday off right with a brisk, one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. This hike is intended as a moderate cardio workout, and we typically cover 2 1/2 to 3 miles in an hour. However, we reserve the right to pause and enjoy whatever surprises nature offers. Please come prepared to walk on a mix of asphalt, gravel, and natural surfaces. Solid hiking shoes are a must, and hiking poles are recommended. Hikes are not suitable for those with limited mobility. Please make sure to

  • First Friday Frolic – waitlisted

    Fulshaw Craeg Preserve 124 King Road, Green Lane, Pennsylvania

    This event is full. Please join our waitlist for a chance to attend.  Take a hike with Natural Lands. Together, we’ll get to know other outdoor-loving friends during one of the best seasons at the preserve. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner, the trails offer a mix of challenges and rewards for all levels.  We’ll make a few stops along the way to point out preserve highlights and the land management strategies we use to enhance wildlife habitat and facilitate public use.  At the end, bring out your hammers as we visit the diabase “ringing rocks,” locally called

  • STORYTIME + DESIGN

    STORYTIME + DESIGN
    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.

    Pay as you wish

  • African Market Day Mural Dedication

    5521 Chester Ave 5521 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us to celebrate a new mural created in collaboration with the African Cultural Alliance of North America (ACANA).Join us to celebrate a new mural created in collaboration with the African Cultural Alliance of North America (ACANA). Mural Arts Philadelphia partnered with ACANA to strengthen connections among long-time residents and members of African diaspora communities in Southwest Philadelphia.African Market Day, designed by Liberian artist Abu Fofana and painted by Philadelphia native Parris Stancell, celebrates the neighborhood’s identity as part of Africatown—a place shaped by migration, tradition, and community pride. The mural honors the spirit of home that links Southwest Philadelphia

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym
    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, United States

    FALL HOURS ARE HERE! If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, we’ll be open Wednesdays through Fridays, 2:00PM-6:00PM at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM: ✍🏽 Bring a project 💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi) 🖊️ Try our design exercises 🧩 Play our design games, toys + puzzles 📚 Look through our design library 🧊 Creative reset ALL ARE WELCOME; including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary, free/pay what you wish, walk-in during

    Free/Pay as you wish

  • Introduction to Cooperatives 101

    Welcome to Introduction to Cooperatives 101! Join us for our most requested workshop: Introduction to Cooperatives 101. (We have to offer it publicly at least once before Year of the Cooperative comes to a close!) This time we'll be in-person at the Kingsessing Library on Friday, November 7 from 3:00-4:30pm. Whether you're new to the concept of cooperative businesses or looking to deepen your understanding, this is the perfect opportunity to dive in and learn about this community ownership structure which works to build democratic community control, participation, and wealth. Join us for an informative session that will cover the

    Free

  • Free First Friday: Paint with Plants

    Cherry Street Pier, North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, USA 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    All materials included: small canvas and easel, and plant based paints made on the Delaware River Waterfront from local plants. Bonnie MacAllister is a third year Resident Artist at Cherry Street Pier. Her studio practice involves interactive collaborative workshops demonstrating her studio practice of embroidery, felting, natural dyeing, and recycled textiles. Her embroidery has been exhibited at the New York Public Library, McLean Project for the Arts, the New School / Parsons, the State Museum of Pennsylvania. the Woodmere Museum, Yellowstone Art Museum, Trenton City Museum, and Sandy Spring Museum. Bonnie is the recipient of a Fulbright-Hays to Ethiopia (2009)

    Free

  • First Friday November 7th at Arch Enemy Arts

    Arch Enemy Arts 109 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Arch Enemy Arts as we celebrate the opening of SMALL WONDERS 14, our annual small works exhibition featuring nearly 200 new pieces all priced $300 or less that ship in time for the holidays! We'll also be featuring new solos by Horrible Adorables, Juliet Schreckinger, Katie Gamb, Kit Curry, and S.V. Williams. Hope you can make it for a spooky good time! 109 Arch Street | Philadelphia | 11/7/25 | 5pm - 9 pm | info@archenemyarts.com

    Free

  • Uplift Voices: Art That Speaks

    The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Free and Open to All. Enjoy art, light refreshments, and a celebration of healing through creativity. For many young people in Uplift’s grief services, a picture truly says a thousand words. Since our founding in 2000, Uplift’s clinicians have invited youth and caregivers to engage in creative expression of their grief through art and storytelling. These art-making activities help attendees explore their grief, reflect on the legacies of the people they grieve, and find community together. Uplifting Voices: Art That Speaks is a one-night art show that proudly displays art made by young people and caregivers during Uplift’s Family Art

    Free

  • First Friday Fiber Arts Fest

    The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for our First Friday Celebration of Fibers!Join us for our First Friday celebrating the fiber arts! We will have several demos of various fiber arts and some make and take activities. We will also have more info about our knitathon happening November 15th into 16th!Registration is appreciated but not required to help us plan.Tacony LAB Community Arts Center, a program of Mural Arts Philadelphia, is a community art center funded by the City of Philadelphia located in the Northeast section of Philadelphia. At the Tacony LAB, providing accessible and free art is a priority. It offers free classes

  • Philly Homegrown First Fridays

    Plant and People 3952 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at First Friday Homegrown a recurring series dedicated to spotlighting Philly’s very own!We created the Philly Homegrown section to uplift Philly’s creative community providing a platform for local talent to shine and a space for neighbors to discover, support, and celebrate the artistry rooted in our city. Each month, we open our doors for an evening of local love: shop unique, handcrafted goods, meet the makers, and connect with your neighbors. Enjoy complimentary wine, light refreshments, and a vibrant atmosphere where art, plants, and people come together.

  • FRIEDAcommunity 10th Anniversary Art Exhibition Opening Cocktail Reception- Friday, November 7

    FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for the opening cocktail reception of our 10th Anniversary exhibition! FRIEDAcommunity has commissioned Madrid-based artist Mariano Martín to create 294 illustrations each capturing a special moment in FRIEDA / FRIEDAcommunity’s 10-year history of cultivating meaningful and memorable connections. Visitors will be able to scan QR codes to discover the inspiration for these works. All artwork is available for purchase and all proceeds support FRIEDAcommunity. Mariano Martín is a Spanish artist, designer, and architect whose work blurs the line between disciplines. Mariano captures the poetry of everyday life through lines and color. For him, art is a way of

    $20 – $50

  • Celebration of solar installation at Weavers Way Mercantile store (Mt. Airy)

    Celebration of solar installation at Weavers Way Mercantile store (Mt. Airy)
    Weavers Way Mercantile Store 542 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, United States

    Join Weavers Way Co-op and the Clean Energy Co-op as we celebrate how grassroots investment is growing renewable energy at the Clean Energy Co-op’s latest solar project at the Weavers Way Mercantile. The solar array at Weavers Way Mercantile is the eighth installation of the Clean Ener­gy Co-op, and the second with Weavers Way Co-op. The Clean Energy Co-op uses an award-winning method of developing solar projects using pooled investments by its members. This pooled investment structure allows individuals to directly in­crease the amount of renewable energy in­stalled in Pennsylvania. Kids can run a solar powered shoebox size car and

    Free

  • Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum

    Guided Bird Walk with Troy Bynum
    548 Flourtown Rd 548 Flourtown Road, Lafayette Hill, PA, United States

    Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation. Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special. Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

  • Bells Mill Road Clean-Up

    Forbidden Drive and Bells Mill Rd. Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Bells Mill Road and Forbidden Drive (see map here) Bell’s Mill Road will be closed starting at 7:00 am, so please plan where you’ll park ahead of time! There is plenty of neighborhood street parking near the Manatawna Trailhead, which is about a half mile hike from our meeting location. There will be porta potty access during the service day. Would you like take part in keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us this Saturday as we close down Bells Mill Road for a large scale litter clean-up! All are welcome to attend, and no

  • Habitat Advocate: Green Mulch – Using Native Plants as Groundcovers

    102 Chester St 102 Chester Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

    Kick the mulch habit! Learn how to integrate native groundcovers (“green" or "living" mulch) into your garden.Do you find yourself in a seasonal habit of spreading wood mulch in your garden beds to suppress weeds? In this interactive workshop, learn how to kick that habit to the curb and instead nurture a new land ethic of cultivating a layered landscape by integrating native groundcovers (“green or living mulch”) in your garden. Through mimicking natural landscapes in your home garden, you truly can experience the joys of stewarding your own mini nature preserve (don’t let anyone stop you from making your

  • Horticulture Volunteer Day

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

    Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, invasive species removal, and support greenhouse maintenance. Registered volunteers will meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 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. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited; participants MUST be pre-registered (using link below) in order to partake. Each adult must register individually in order to complete the required waivers. Registration full but would like to still participate? Please contact Kimani Keaton at kimani@bartramsgarden.org to be added to our waitlist.

  • Philly River Flow – Yoga at Trinity – Saturdays

    Trinity Memorial Church 2212 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Community based yoga at Trinity Church, 22nd and Spruce. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat and water.Welcome to Philly River Flow - Yoga at Trinity - Saturdays! Join us at Trinity Memorial Church for a rejuvenating yoga sessions each Saturday at 10am. Let's flow together and find peace in the heart of the city in this unique space. All levels are welcome to stretch, breathe, and connect. See you on the mat!

  • Family Explorers: Secrets of the Arboretum

    FOR ALL AGES Connect your family with the outdoors on this fun and interactive nature walk, designed to spark curiosity and wonder. Seek out the day’s wonders at the Arboretum, uncovering plants, animals, and other seasonal highlights that bring the landscape to life. Led by knowledgeable guides, your adventure may take you to the pond, through shady woodland trails, or into sunny meadows — each offering its own unique discoveries. Using simple tools like magnifying glasses, you’ll take a closer look at the natural world and learn more about its hidden connections. Children will receive a Tyler journal to document

  • Community Water Testing

    700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for Community Water Testing. This activity is family friendly for ages nine and up. Healthy communities demand clean water!

  • VU @ Love Your Park Day – Glendinning Rock Garden

    Brewery Hill Drive Brewery Hill Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us Nov. 8th! Working with Love Your Park to do some cleaning around the Glendinning Rock GardenJoin the Volunteering Untapped Team on Saturday,Nov 8th, for our event!Our partner this month is Love Your Park. They are a collaboration between Fairmount Park Conservancy, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and Philadelphia's Park Friends Network. They work together to support communities in activating Philly's neighborhood parks and watershed natural areas, with a special focus on inviting Philadelphians to get involved by volunteering. Their mission is to change the culture of littering, building connections, and restoring trust and beauty to our city, one block

  • Understanding the Misunderstood: Ecology of Fungi

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

    Learn about the important identifying features of our local fungi. Discover some of the crucial roles they play in our ecosystems. Discuss what you can do to preserve fungal diversity in your area through community science and land stewardship. The lecture and discussion will be followed by a guided exploration of Mt. Cuba’s natural areas. Scout and learn about the fungal diversity in the area. Be prepared for a lengthy hike through hilly (sometimes steep) and uneven terrain. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, November 8, 2025 (Rain Date:

    $49

  • Intro to Relief Printing: Block Printing a Collaborative Poster

    An introduction to carving and printing linoleum by hand and printing on a Vandercook press.This workshop is designed to give you introductory hands-on relief printing experience, from block carving to printing a final poster. Through this workshop, you will learn fundamental block carving techniques, and carve your own linoleum block based on a pre-designed image. Then, we will combine all participants’ blocks to create a larger combined image, and learn how to use a Vandercook printing press to print posters of the combined image. All participants will take home up to 5 copies of the collaborative print and their carved

  • Home and Garden Tour

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Enjoy dazzling displays of native plants, stately trees, and historical landscapes by the Olmsted Brothers that have been thoughtfully reimagined into a beautiful and biodiverse haven for people and wildlife. The spectacular Tudor Revival Main House—which is usually only open for special events—is also included in the tour, so don’t miss this opportunity for a peek inside the former home of three prominent Main Line families.

  • Sis Walks & Talks @ Barre3 Rittenhouse

    barre3 1500 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Sis Walks is on the move! Explore a Barre workout in Rittenhouse. Try something new while building sisterhood.Sis Walks & Talks: On the Move!Sis Walks & Talks is all about movement, connection, and sisterhood. This experience gives you the chance to explore different forms of exercise while building meaningful relationships with like-minded women.Whether it's a gentle stroll, a mindful walk, or an energizing activity, each session is designed to leave you feeling balanced in body and mind-and connected to your community.Barre3 Rittenhouse is located in the heart of Philadelphia at 1500 Sansom street and has been women-owned and locally run

  • Schuylkill Saturdays: Guided Hike

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Explore the natural marvels of our 365-acre nature preserve on a guided hike led by an inspiring environmental educator. This free event is open to all ages. Walk-ins are welcome! This hike is about an hour long. Weather conditions can impact trail conditions, which are sometimes narrow or rocky.

  • Junk Journal Basics

    Get ready to cut, collage, and create! Join us for a relaxing and inspiring mornign of junk journaling—a creative art form that blends journaling, scrapbooking, and mixed media into one beautifully personal project. In this beginner-friendly workshop, Gillian Lancaster will guide you through the basics of designing and assembling your own junk journal using recycled materials, found objects, and bits of paper ephemera. You’ll learn techniques for layering, layout, and embellishment, while exploring how to turn everyday “junk” into meaningful art. ✨ What to Expect: All materials provided (but feel free to bring your own scraps, photos, or keepsakes!) A

    $20

  • Native Trees & Shrubs

    Primex Garden Center 435 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    This session will provide an in-depth look at the unique characteristics, benefits, and ecological roles of these native plants.This event will take place in our barn.

  • Needlefelting at Glen Foerd

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

    The Tacony LAB free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Needle felting, the method of creating a form using wool is a fun easy to learn process. This single session workshop gives you the opportunity to play with wool and make a small object to put on a pin. No experience is necessary and all materials are supplied.Please register so we have an accurate count of supplies. This project may take the full 2 hours, so please arrive at 11 and plan to stay until 1.This event will take place on location at Glen Foerd, a hidden treasure in Northeast Philadelphia on

  • Get Fresh Daily’s Black Farmers Market

    Freedom Greens + Gardens 5200 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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

  • Wissahickon Environmental Center’s Fall Festival

    Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please join us as we make fresh apple cider, cold and mulled for tasting, taste apple varieties, and more. FREE!Please join us for our Fall Festival this Saturday. The day includes:Apple cider making...help us make it!Fresh cold cider tastingMulled hot ciderApple variety tastingCrab Apples and Birds bird walk at 11:30 AM Marshmallow toasting at the campfireStory readingTommy the Cat Memorial Tree Planting at 2 PM

  • Fall Food Truck Frenzy

    Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Truckloads of food are coming to Linvilla Orchards for a Fall Food Truck Frenzy! We are partnering with a variety of food trucks to bring this exciting event to Linvilla. We’ll have a variety of delicious trucks including: 22BBQ, Bacon-on-a-Stick, Barkely BBQ, Cousins Maine Lobster, Munchy Machine, Albie’s Burgers, On the Roll, Dominic’s Tavern, Have a Ball, Humpty Dumplings, Little Sicilian, Korea Taqueia, Napolatano Bros, Anthony’s Hot Dogs, Bruster’s Ice Cream, Calaveras Taco’s, Carmona Mobile Foods, Dan’s Waffles, Deli Street Bakery, Dos Hermanos, Fire Hot Chicken, Krys Soul, Mojo Loco, NY Mac Cheese, Ranyas Thai Kitchen, Roasty Toasty, Tazza di

  • FREE Holiday Season Grief Walk in Nature w/ GOATS

    Philly Goat Project 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Saturday 11/8, 12-2PM FREE 2-hour grief walk guided by Grief Coach Naila Francis. All welcome, no reservation needed!

  • NExT Hike @ Cobbs Creek Hiking Trail

    700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meet us at the Cobbs Creek Hiking Trail for some fresh air and scenic views on our last NExT hike of the year! (forreal this time)Step out for a fall hike with NExT at Cobbs Creek. We’ll keep an easy, conversational pace, take in the colors along the creek, and make space to connect with people doing real work across the city. Come for some good company and fresh air. If you’ve been meaning to reset, network, or simply get outside, this is the move.Quick detailsMeet: Cobbs Creek Trailhead (700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy)Pace/Distance: Easy–moderate, ~2–3 milesBring: Comfortable shoes, water, light

  • Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions

    Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions
    world cafe live 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Up Next! is a free monthly open jam session providing a platform for Philly’s creative youth to learn, perform, collaborate, and grow. Every second Saturday, The Lounge at World Cafe Live offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment, showcasing our city’s up-and-coming talent while building community across the local music scene. A rotating youth ensemble will serve as the house band, kicking off the afternoon with a featured set including hand-selected guest artists before opening up the jam. Produced in collaboration between World Cafe Live and The School District of Philadelphia’s MIC’d Up initiative, Up Next! aims to engage students in music

    Free

  • Olney Youth Arts Festival (+ A Taste of Olney)

    Thurgood Marshall Elementary School 5120 North 6th St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A multicultural celebration of youth creativity in dance and movement that highlights different cultural expressions all on one stage!Olney Culture Lab of CultureTrust Greater Philadelphia is excited to announce the Olney Youth Arts Festival will be back again in 2025! This multicultural celebration of youth creativity continues to focus on dance and movement by our young people. The event is designed to highlight different ethnic expressions towards cross-cultural awareness and to showcase the strength of various arts programs serving the children and youth in Philadelphia’s neighborhoods.The vast array of dance featured will include: breaking, hip hop, salsa, tap, ballet, modern,

  • Intro to the Roland BN-20: Turn Your Art into Stickers!

    Ever wanted to see your art, logo, or lettering turned into a professional-quality sticker? In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to use the Roland BN-20, a powerful desktop printer and vinyl cutter perfect for making custom designs come to life. You’ll learn: 🖥️ How to prep your artwork for print and cut 🎨 Design tips for logos, illustrations, or text 🖨️ How to print, cut, and peel your own sticker using the BN-20 Bring your own digital design or sketch something during the session—we’ll walk you through every step of the process. All materials will be provided. No prior

    $20

  • Saturday Wildflower Walk: Late Fall Edition

    Rain or shine Appropriate for Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17  Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike that takes you through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. These walks are designed for individuals with a passion for plants, their role in ecology, or those looking to learn more. Although the focus is on plants, we will talk about whatever we might see while we are out! In the late fall, we will focus on identification through seeds, berries, foliage, and branches. All levels of knowledge are welcome. There may be some periods of moderately paced hiking, so wear comfortable hiking

  • Ghost Signs of Washington Sq West

    Saint James Street & West Washington Square Saint James Street & West Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Tour a range of ghost signs from Washington Square West through Center City, exploring the commercial history behind them.Join Hidden City as we tour a range of ghost signs from Washington Square West through Center City. We'll discuss the history of the businesses and buildings behind the faded ads, exploring signage as a window to the neighborhoods' commercial past: Piano Row on Chestnut Street, a concentration of print and publishing houses, Horn & Hardart Automat, and so much more."Ghost Signs" are faded and often forgotten business and advertisement signs, usually found on the front or sides of buildings. The effects

  • Celebration of solar installation at Weavers Way Mercantile store (Mt. Airy)

    Celebration of solar installation at Weavers Way Mercantile store (Mt. Airy)
    Weavers Way Mercantile Store 542 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, United States

    Join Weavers Way Co-op and the Clean Energy Co-op as we celebrate how grassroots investment is growing renewable energy at the Clean Energy Co-op’s latest solar project at the Weavers Way Mercantile. The solar array at Weavers Way Mercantile is the eighth installation of the Clean Ener­gy Co-op, and the second with Weavers Way Co-op. The Clean Energy Co-op uses an award-winning method of developing solar projects using pooled investments by its members. This pooled investment structure allows individuals to directly in­crease the amount of renewable energy in­stalled in Pennsylvania. Kids can run a solar powered shoebox size car and

    Free

  • The Black Journey: African-American History Walking Tour of Philadelphia

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

    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

  • Down to Clown Workshop with Park Towne Artist-in-Residence AYGZ

    Artist Studio, Lower Level of Towne Center Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia PA, 19130 Artist Studio, Lower Level of Towne Center Park Towne Place 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia PA, 19130, Philidelphia, United States

    Explore intuitive mark making & make your own artwork! Please join us outside the Artist Studio Gallery in the lower level of Towne Center at Park Towne Place on November 8th from 2-4 pm for a hands-on art workshop with Park Towne Place’s current Artist-in-Residence, AYGZ. Attendees will learn methods of intuitive mark making, letting their feelings, interests, and curiosity drive their artistic expression.

    $7.18

  • Family Edition – Pints on the Preserve

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    3:00 – 5:00 pm: Natural Lands’ Next Gen Council invites families to meet up for a few hours of fun and exploration. All activities are free, but registration is requested. Activities at the pavilion Make crafts to take home. Enjoy lounging, lawn games, and outdoor fun. Small snacks will be available for CASH-ONLY purchase. Pints for the grown-ups (cash or credit card). Activities in Ollie Owl’s NaturePlayGround Search for clues for the Ollie Owl Scavenger Hunt. Climb logs, build stick teepees, hunt for bugs, explore small streams, and get a little dirty, tired, and inspired. Free play is encouraged and is a great

  • Evening of Hope: A Night In Venice

    Vie by Cescaphe 600 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    On Saturday, Nov. 8, Devereux Pennsylvania will host its annual “Evening of Hope” event at Vie by Cescaphe in Philadelphia. The theme of this year’s event, “A Night in Venice,” celebrates Devereux’s commitment to guiding children, adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences on a journey of connection, growth and belonging. Each year, Devereux’s highly anticipated fall event generates hundreds of thousands of dollars to support the more than 4,000 individuals served by the organization in Pennsylvania. This year’s event, which is expected to draw more than 400 guests, will feature cocktails and hors d’oeuvres; a sumptuous three-course

    $400

  • Bird Walk with Jason Hall at the FDR Meadows!

    Pickleball Courts at FDR Park (enter "Pickleball Courts at FDR Park" in google maps) Delaware Expressway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Explore the diversity of birds in the wilds of the FDR Meadows, wetlands and woodlands.Join us for a guided Bird Walk at the FDR Meadows led by expert birder Jason Hall! Jason is an accomplished bird guide who has traveled the world in search of incredible birding experiences, and we’re thrilled to have him lead this walk through the south Philly's FDR Meadows. It going to be a great time! The FDR Meadows feature a rich mix of meadows, woodlands, and wetlands, attracting a diverse range of bird species. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started, this event

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Gen Z Hike: Unplug & Explore

    A chill hike for college students and twenty-somethings Need a break from scrolling, studying, or stressing? Grab your crew—or come solo—and join us for a low-pressure, high-vibe nature walk designed with Gen Z in mind. Explore forest paths, open meadows, and Insta-worthy views while checking out cool plants and all the stuff you miss when life moves too fast. Whether you’re a plant lover, nature nerd, or just looking for some fresh air and chill conversation, this one-hour hike is your chance to reset. Move at a relaxed pace, stop to notice what’s weird and wonderful, and maybe even spot

  • Houseplant Repotting Demo

    Primex Garden Center 435 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Join us to learn the basics of houseplant care such as lighting, watering techniques, repotting, and fertilizing.This event will take place in our barn.

  • Self Care Sundays

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

    Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective presents Self Care Sundays with meditation and yoga classes.Welcome to Self Care Sundays! Join us on Sundays at 11:00 AM for some time dedicated to self-care and relaxation. This event will take place at Black Lotus HHC at 206 Rittenhousetown Lane, where you can unwind and focus on yourself.Take part in yoga sessions, meditation exercises, and mindfulness activities to rejuvenate your mind and body. Treat yourself to healthy snacks and refreshments while connecting with like-minded individuals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your well-being and practice self-love. See you there!More about Black Lotus

  • Sis Walks & Talks

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

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

  • Historic Waynesborough Speaker Series: Paul Kahan

    Historic Waynesborough 2049 Waynesborough Road, Paoli, PA, United States

    Philadelphia. The home of the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and of course Ben Franklin, who once invented things and coined pithy sayings while stoking the flames of revolution. But Philadelphia—the Athens of America, the City of Brotherly Love—is so much more than what you learned in school. Join author and historian Paul Kahan at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, at Historic Waynesborough in Paoli to hear about the fabric of culture and history that has always been Philadelphia. Kahan will discuss not just the city’s roots—the Lenape people who once lived along the Delaware River and the European settlers

    $15

  • Felting Fall to Winter Fairies Workshop (with Jamie Campbell)

    Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Design your own 3D felted fairy using fiber construction techniques including needle felting and sewing. All materials provided. All ages.Fairies, or their equivalents,exist in various forms and with different roles in numerous cultures worldwide, from Europe to Asia and beyond. Visitors are invited to create their own 3D fairies using needle felting and fiber construction techniques and methods to create a moveable standing figure . We will finish with a fairy photo shoot in the pier garden.Special guest teaching artist Jamie Campbell will demonstrate and guide participants through original 3D fairie construction. Jamie created large scale sculptures and instablation work

  • Sustainability Ambassadors Monthly Meeting

    Join the Sustainability Ambassadors Monthly Meetings to discuss sustainability initiatives and make a positive impact in our community!Are you interested in what the Township is doing to implement its Sustainability Plan?Do you want to meet other Sustainability Ambassadors and learn how you can be an ambassador for sustainability in the community?Would you like to hear from a community partner about their efforts to advance sustainability in the Township?Then join the monthly Sustainability Ambassadors meetings!All participants will be entered for a chance to win a FREE Energy Assessment Plus+ from PECO!

  • Overbuilt: Book Talk and Conversation with Erick Guerra

    Meyerson Hall - Upper Gallery 210 South 34th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The book explores how outdated policies, flawed funding systems, and misguided metrics led to the overbuilding of the U.S. roadway networkJoin the Department of City & Regional Planning and the Penn Institute for Urban Research for this talk on Professor Erick Guerra's new book, Overbuilt. The book explores how outdated policies, flawed funding systems, and misguided metrics led to the overbuilding of the U.S. roadway network. Guerra examines the lasting consequences of this overbuilding and outlines how policymakers can "unbuild" to create a more sustainable and effective transportation future.About the BookOf the approximately inflation-adjusted $2.5 trillion spent on highways from

  • Intro to crochet

    Cherry Street Pier, North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, USA 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Get ready to loop and twist some yarn at our chill crochet session – no experience needed, just bring your creativity!Welcome to the Intro to crochet event! Join us at Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia on November 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM (Eastern Time). Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this event is perfect for you! Learn new techniques, meet fellow crafters, and have a relaxing time creating beautiful pieces. Don't forget to bring your favorite yarn and hooks. See you there!

  • “TWELVE” [aka 12 Angry Men] by Reginald Rose

    20*20 Gallery 20 Lansdowne Court, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    Join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, November 10 for a script-in-hand reading of “TWELVE” by Reginald Rose.Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, November 10, at 6 pm for a script-in-hand reading of “Cadillac Crew” by Tori Sampson.Location: 20*20 House, 20 Lansdowne Court. Admission: $5 donation suggested. Space is limited; RSVPs are highly recommended. Light refreshments will be served. Follow along for more information Black Magic Woman ProductionsFollowing closing arguments, a 12 member jury begins deliberations in a capital murder case. A guilty verdict means the death penalty for a teenager accused of stabbing his father to death.

  • WBU Book Club: Nature’s Best Hope by Douglas Tallamy

    Wild Birds Unlimited 100 Evergreen Drive, Glen Mills, PA, United States

    Let's gather and chat about nature!📚 Looking Ahead: Our Next Book Club Takes Flight in November! 🐦The October kickoff of our Wild Birds Unlimited Book Club is just the beginning! We’re already planning our second gathering for November, so mark your calendars and stay tuned. Whether you’re a lifelong birder or just discovering the joy of feathered friends, this is your place to connect, reflect, and get inspired. One good book leads to another!Our featured book for November is "Nature's Best Hope" by Douglas Tallamy. Join us for some Penns Woods wine, friendship, and discussion of this informative book.

  • Meditation Monday: Community Sit Circle

    One Art Community Center, North 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA 1431-39 North 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us each Monday in collective practice — arriving in our bodies, grounding in the present moment, and meeting ourselves with curiosity,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

  • Bad Art for Good

    INDY HALL CLUBHOUSE 709 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    It's been a tough year to be a person with a conscience, huh? ​At Bad Art for Good, we're gonna get together and make some art to make things better. ​How can art make things better? Creating makes us feel good! Art moves people! And we need a LOT of people to move right now! ​We're going to use art and community to spread messages worth spreading, on climate change, biodiversity, and whatever issue is most important to you. ​Hosted by Philly squid biologist Sarah McAnulty, we'll get some inspiration on some ideas worth spreading, and even have some (super

    Free

  • Day-Off Camp

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    When schools are closed, we are open! Keep curious young minds and busy bodies active with the Schuylkill Center Day-Off Camp. Trained educators lead students grades K-6 on unique nature-themed explorations that take advantage of our science lab, Discovery Center, and 365 acres of beautiful wooded trails, streams, and ponds. Please bring a packed lunch, water bottle and an extra set of clothes. Wear weather-appropriate clothing that can get dirty. Space is limited to 30 campers. Sign up early to guarantee your spot. Hours: Day Off Camp Hours: 8:00 am–3:00 pm Aftercare Hours: 3:00pm -6:00pm Daily Fee: Schuylkill Center Members:

  • Beer Garden at Linvilla Orchards (open on Friday, Saturdays & Sundays)

    Beer Garden at Linvilla Orchards (open on Friday, Saturdays & Sundays)
    Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Join Linvilla Orchards for a brew-tiful experience at the barn, where we've teamed up with Ship Bottom Brewery! Handcrafted with care, the beer boasts the freshest ingredients for maximum flavor. Sip on a pint or grab some to go while enjoying prepared foods from our Farm Market or Linvilla Grill. Cozy up by the fire pits or patio heaters, weather permitting. Seating is limited and first-come, first-served, so come early! Don't forget your ID, and please leave your furry friends at home. With a rotating selection featuring releases crafted with Linvilla's own farm-grown products, the Beer Garden promises a day

    Free

  • Sprouts

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones 18 months to 3 years and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning. $20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership. Register Now

  • Visit the Wagner Museum 2025

    Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 West Montgomery Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Welcome to the Wagner!Visit The Wagner!Come see our landmark building and historic museum collections, including rocks, minerals, fossils, taxidermy animals, mounted skeletons, and more! The exhibit hall is self-guided, allowing visitors to explore and learn at their own pace. For first-time visitors and anyone preferring a little more direction, we have scavenger hunts to guide you and knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any questions.We are open: Tuesday through Friday 9:30 to 4:30PM & on the First Saturday of the month from 12 to 4PM (September - December & February - June). First Saturday programs have their own EventBrite listings

  • Veteran’s Day Family Hike with Hike+Heal and FOW

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Photo courtesy of Stacey Gray Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown (see map here) Join Friends of the Wissahickon and Hike+Heal for a special Family Hike on Veterans Day! Together, we’ll honor those who have served while reflecting on connection, resilience, and gratitude in nature. Led by Brandi Aulston and her organization, Hike+Heal, this stroller-friendly trek invites veterans, their loved ones, and all community members to share in a mindful afternoon outdoors. We’ll move at a relaxed pace, practice grounding exercises, and celebrate the beauty of the Wissahickon during this reflective day of remembrance and renewal. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors,

  • Wild About Learning: Creative Outdoor Teaching with Journals and Foldables

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Discover how nature journaling and foldables can turn any lesson into an outdoor adventure.In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use nature journals and foldables to get your students excited about learning. These versatile teaching tools can be used for a wide variety of subjects including science, art, math, language arts, natural history and more. Whether you’re teaching elementary, middle or high school, we’ll show you how to activate your students’ natural curiosity with creative and low-tech activities. Find fresh ideas, ready to use, for K–12 classrooms. The Schuylkill Center is an approved Act 48 provider, so educators can earn

  • FRIEDAcommunity 10th Anniversary Artist Talk & Dinner with A Closer Look: Mariano Martín

    FRIEDAcommunity 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a conversation with Mariano Martín in an intimate and relaxed setting. Mariano will share insights into his work and process, as well as his decision to collaborate with FRIEDAcommunity. Following the talk, dinner will be served allowing for more discussion with the artist and among guests. Mariano’s work moves freely across disciplines and spaces. His pieces have been exhibited in museums, galleries, NGOs, and nightclubs, reflecting a refusal to be confined by genre or convention. Guided by the belief that everything is easier with beauty, his art is an ongoing search for something just out of reach—and

    $20 – $50

  • The Translingual Remix: A Practical Literary Translation Workshop

    H&H Books 2230 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, NY, United States

    An in-person workshop with Transversal, co-sponsored by Blue Stoop and The Head & The Hand. Translating literature into another language builds bridges and amplifies voices through shared stories. It's also a challenging but highly rewarding creative practice that draws on skills like knowledge of multiple languages and cultures, close reading and research, and problem solving. In this workshop, Emily Hunsberger (Mount Airy-based literary translator and member of Transversal, Philadelphia’s literary translation collective) will help pull back the curtain on different approaches to the translation process, guide participants through a practical exercise with literary texts, facilitate an affirming conversation to reflect

    $15

  • Intermediate Wheel Throwing

    Intermediate Wheel Throwing
    Utility Works 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    This class is perfect for intermediate to advanced students who are interested in fine tuning their wheel throwing skills. We will practice throwing more complicated forms including lidded jars, vases, closed forms, and more. We will also discuss techniques related to trimming, carving, glazing and surface decoration. If you have some wheel throwing experience and you are looking to grow and explore within the wonderful world of ceramics, this is the perfect class for you! Class will run Tuesday nights October 28th - December 2nd 6-9pm ------ Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which

    $250

  • Historical Society of Frankford November Meeting and Lecture

    Historical Society of Frankford 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia,, PA, United States

    Philadelphia author Joe Lex will speak about his newly published book All Bones Considered: 52 Laurel Women at the HSF library/museum. Not all "hidden Figures" are mathematicians or engineers. Some are political figures. Others chose medicine, while still others went into the arts. This book tells the amazing stories of more than 50 women whose final resting place is two cemeteries in Philadelphia, gathered by Dr. Joe Lex, who volunteers as a docent at the Laurel Hill cemeteries. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be

    Free

  • Weekday Bird Walk

    FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required. Join birders Sara Boucas-Neto, Chuck Root, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Important Bird Area. Bring your binoculars and be prepared to walk on all types of surfaces. Walks are rain or shine. GATES OPEN AT 7:45 am. Please be on time as the group leaves promptly from the parking lot at 8:10 am, and the gate will close at 8:10 am. Members: FREE Non-Members: $18 (includes admission to Tyler for the day) Non-Member Senior: $15

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving heavy objects • Planting

  • Forest Neighbors

    700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Use your senses, mind, and imagination to learn about forest neighbors! Take a walk into the woods and discover nature. Pre-K to 1st Grade.

  • Birds Walks at Noon

    Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the Treehouse staff as they lead a bird walk every Wednesday at noon.Join Treehouse staff for this all summer and fall noon bird walk to identify birds by looks, and calls. Teens and Adults welcome. Perfect for beginner birders as well as advanced birders.

  • Healthy Homes Workshop

    ECS St Barnabas Community Resource Center 6006 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a discussion on the significance of Wills and Generational Wealth. Affordable Housing of Pennsylvania will be present to provide

  • Fall Wednesday Walkabouts

    Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 3 – NOVEMBER 12Fall Wednesday Walkabouts1:00 – 2:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffGet outside and discover Jenkins with us! Each walking tour will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, native trees, seeds & fruits, fall foliage, and much more.Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

  • Autumn Ramble in Wissahickon Valley Park with Stan Kozakowski and Michael Bridges

    Wigard Avenue Trailhead 726 Wigard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Photo courtesy of Stan Kozakowski Meeting at Wigard Avenue Trailhead (see map here) There is plenty of free parking along near the trailhead. There will not be bathrooms available along our route. Step into the golden hush of early November on a 3-hour guided hike through Philadelphia’s breathtaking Wissahickon Valley Park. As crisp leaves crunch underfoot and amber light filters through bare-branched trees, this seasonal stroll winds along scenic trails, beside whispering creeks and moss-covered stone bridges. Connect with both nature and kindred spirits—whether old friends or new companions—as you share stories and silences alike beneath a canopy of fading

  • Open Gym

    Open Gym
    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, United States

    FALL HOURS ARE HERE! If you’ve been curious about OPEN GYM, we’ll be open Wednesdays through Fridays, 2:00PM-6:00PM at our community design studio and third space in Norris Square/Olde Kensington. OPEN GYM is free, drop-in hours to explore design and exercise your creativity. Some ways to enjoy OPEN GYM: ✍🏽 Bring a project 💻 Co-work (we’ve got wifi) 🖊️ Try our design exercises 🧩 Play our design games, toys + puzzles 📚 Look through our design library 🧊 Creative reset ALL ARE WELCOME; including outside food + drink, all ages, no design experience necessary, free/pay what you wish, walk-in during

    Free/Pay as you wish

  • Drawing from Nature

    700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Try your hand at drawing animals, plants, stones, shells, and objects from the natural world around Cobbs Creek. Supplies provided.

  • Know to Grow: Meet the Pawpaw: A Native Fruit Tree with a Tropical Twist with Andra Nus

    Online

    Did you know North America has its very own “tropical” fruit tree? Meet the pawpaw! With custard-like fruit that tastes like mango, banana, and melon all in one bite, this native North American tree is a hidden gem grown across USDA Zones 5–8. Join pawpaw grower and expert Andra Nus to learn how to grow, care for, and enjoy this unique fruit tree. You’ll get practical tips on everything from planting to harvesting. Unveiling the Wonders of Gardening: The Know to Grow Webinar Series PHS is delighted to present the Know to Grow Webinar Series, a vibrant and inclusive program

  • Teen Art Class

    Cherry Street Pier, North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, USA 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Get ready to unleash your inner Frida at the Teen Art Class - where creativity knows no bounds!Hey there, art enthusiasts!Come join us for a Teen Art Class at Cherry Street Pier every Wednesday 5-6:30pm. This class is for teens ages 13-17.No experience is necessary, just bring your passion for art and a willingness to learn. This is a great opportunity to meet other teens who share your love for creativity.See you there!

  • Owl Howl: Section A

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

    Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen to their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (Rain Date:

    $39

  • Conversation with Dr. Jason Karlawish and Curator Lauren Rosenblum

    The Print Center 1614 Latimer St, Philadelphia, P, United States

    Join The Print Center for a Conversation between Dr. Jason Karlawish, co-director at Penn Memory Center, and Lauren Rosenblum, Jensen Bryan Curator at The Print Center. Karlawish, a specialist in aging and neuroscience, and Rosenblum will explore the intersections between science and art in this walk through of the exhibition. They will discuss how the artworks reveal the artists’ experiences as caregivers, as well as insights from current research on dementia. This program is presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Memory, Loss,” on view at The Print Center through November 22. This event is free and open to the public,

    Free

  • Activism and Design in the Creation of the President’s House Memorial

    Center for DesignPhiladelphia 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join DAG and members of the ATAC and Kelly Maiello as we explore the story of the impetus in the creation of the President's House.Join DAG with Michael Coard, founding member of ATAC, Avenging The Ancestors Coalition and Troy Leonard of Kelly Maiello Architects as we explore the creation and future of the President’s House/Slavery Memorial Site. The memorial is a testament to uncompromising, unadulterated, and strategic cultural grassroots activism, but recently, the site was flagged by the Trump administration as a threat to the promotion of America's “greatness” or “progress.”. Michael Coard and Troy Leonard will explore the impetus

  • Toast to the Circuit Trails

    Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us at Cherry St. Pier for food, drinks, and group trail outings #OnTheCircuitCelebrating the Circuit TrailsJoin us at Cherry St. Pier as we mark a monumental milestone for the Circuit Trails network! This isn’t just a celebration; it’s a chance to honor the communities, stories, and moments that make the Circuit Trails so special.Enjoy light bites, mingle with fellow trail users, and raise a toast to the trails with (2) complimentary drink tickets when you register.Leading up to and following the celebration, join us #OnTheCircuit for group walks, runs, and rides on the Delaware River Trail. If you'd like

  • The Woman’s Film; Inside Women Inside

    Public Trust 4017 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Screening two classic feminist documentaries produced at bookends of the 1970sThe Woman's Film: Dir. Jennifer Gauthier, 1971, 40 min.Inside Women Inside: Dir. Christine Choy and Cynthia Maurizio, 1978, 21 min.As a mode of action and as a way of thinking, feminism constantly interrogates truth. Whose actions, language, and experience constitute truth? How would/could a feminist truth be gathered, recorded, presented, and claimed? These questions erupt in two classic feminist documentaries produced at bookends of the 1970s: The Woman’s Film (1971) and Inside Women Inside (1978). Screened together, we hope these films will facilitate a conversation about the relationship between feminism,

  • Wildlife Education: The Raptory (LIVE BIRDS)

    Wissahickon Valley Public Library Blue Bell Main Library 650 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA, United States

    Ages 6 and upAges 6 and upAges 6 and upAges 6 and upThis program features live raptors!Children will learn about their lives in the wild, issues facing their species, and adaptations that make these birds such efficicient hunters.Ages 6 and upAges 6 and upAges 6 and upQuestions? Email: emazzoni@wvpl.org