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The Museum for Art in Wood presents Queering Wood Craft: Erotiscium and Craft, an LGBTQIA+ Woodworkers Roundtable Part 7

Online event

The Museum for Art in Wood has launched a series of conversations with queer woodworkers. Haniel Wides, a student at the North Bennet Street School, will lead the next edition of the roundtable discussion with leading queer woodworkers and artists in wood, sharing the ways their lived experience impacts their craft, process, and aesthetic. Join us for this enlightening and fun afternoon. Haniel Wides is a non-binary artist and fabricator from Baltimore, MD, who is currently enrolled in the Cabinetry and Furniture Making program at North Bennet Street School. They strive to approach woodcraft with a socially and historically conscious

Free

Mural Dedication | The Philly Selfie Project + We Will Write the World

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

Join Germantown ArtHaus & Mural Arts Philadelphia for a fun-filled, family-friendly mural dedication!Youth + Literacy + Art = A Celebration!Mural Arts joins its partners Germantown ArtHaus, Read by 4th, and Mt. Airy CDC to dedicate another mural in the We Will Write the World series as part of Reading Promise Week and Mural Arts Month. We Will Write the World promotes early-childhood literacy through public art pieces across Philadelphia. The Philly Youth Selfie Project + Mural ArtsThis mural brings together a project by Germantown ArtHaus Founder & artist, Keisha Whatley, to showcase over 200 self-portraits created by children and adults

VU PHL & MANNA

Metropolitan Area Neighborhood Nutrition Alliance 420 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

VU PHL is partnering with MANNA for Pie in the Sky on Oct 14th! **Different timing, same second Saturday!****Different timing than usual, same second Saturday!!**MANNA is a non-profit organization that cooks and delivers nutritious, medically-appropriate meals and provides nutrition counseling to neighbors who are battling life-threatening illnesses such as cancer, renal disease, and HIV/AIDS. Through their delivery of 3 meals a day, 7 days a week, MANNA provides hope and nourishment to the Greater Philadelphia area and Southern New Jersey.What we will be doing on Saturday, October 14th, 12 PM - 3 PM: MANNA gearing up for their Pie in

Second Saturdays – Forest Bathing

Stenton 4601 North 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Through outdoor mindfulness, we will bring the practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, to StentonIs it possible to “feel” history? The layers of history at Stenton are many, visible, and profound. They are seen in its natural and human-made features. They are echoed in the sights, sounds, smells, and feel of the place. Through outdoor mindfulness, we will bring the practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, to Stenton. Forest bathing has been shown to provide tremendous health benefits including stress reduction, improved immune function, and a greater ability to concentrate. At Stenton, we hope this embodied experience of history will

Community Print Pop-Up featuring Scott Holford of Golden Key Prints

Park Towne Place The Great Lawn, 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please join us on the East Lawn at Park Towne Place from 1 - 4 PM on Saturday, October 14th, for a Community Print Day featuring Scott Holford of Golden Key Prints! Learn to use silkscreens on paper as well as clothing and accessories! Participants can choose among original designs by Scott Holford to print themselves and take home to keep or share as a gift with friends and family. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own shirt, tote bag, or other clean fabric surface to print an original custom design made just for this event! This event is

Free

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

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Riverbend Environmental Center Shiverfest 2023

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Our super fun celebration of all things fall and Riverbend returns!! Shiverfest is Riverbend’s largest community based-event packed with fun fall activities for the whole family. Delicious food trucks Pony rides    Fall arts and crafts    Trick-or-treat trail    Insect and circus shows And much more!  Join us for this frighteningly fun, family friendly event! Shiverfest is Riverbend's opportunity to raise awareness and funding to further our mission to educate and empower our community through a direct connection with nature. Students around the region benefit from Riverbend’s nature-based STEM programs annually.  Environmental know-how is essential for the next generation to

GOAToberFest

Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

Tickets are now available for Philly Goat Project's biggest fundraiser of the year, GOAToberFest, on Saturday, October 14th from 4-6pm! This fundraiser is in support of the nonprofit and features 13 goats, signature cocktails, snacks, exclusive GOAToberFest swag, raffle for art created by the goats, short Laurel Hill West cemetery tour, 2024 goat calendar launch, fire pits with s’mores, lawn games, and other goat shenanigans. The featured signature cocktail will be a “Hot Teddy” in reference to the goat attending named Teddy whose namesake, Teddy Pendergrass, is laid to rest at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Guests who attend Philly Goat Project’s GOAToberFest

$75

GOAT’OberFest 2023

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

Join Philly's favorite goat squad for our 2023 GOAT'OberFest FUNdraiser at Laurel Hill West Cemetery! 13 Goats, Signature Cocktail, special swag n snack and all kinds of PGP Goat Shenanigans among the changing leaves and spirits of Laurel Hill West! 2024 PGP Goat Calendar Launch AND exclusive swag!

Holistic Health & Healing Expo 2023

The Drexelbrook 4700 Drexelbrook Dr, PA , United States, Drexel Hill, Philadelphia & The Countryside, United States

Join Us For the Holistic Health & Healing Expo We are the go-to resource for natural wellness, organic food, healthy pets, spirituality, sustainability, and green living in South Jersey and Philadelphia’s Mainline. We created The Holistic Health & Healing Expo as an opportunity to bring the community together by connecting, educating, and inspiring our attendees. The Holistic Health & Healing Expo will offer attendees a chance to learn about: Alternative healing Chiropractic medicine Electric automobiles Green Living Handmade products: lotions, candles and personal care products Healthy Kids Holistic coaching Holistic practitioners Homeopathy Integrative medicine Intentional Jewelry and Crystals Intuitive readings

Free

AIDS Walk Philly

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130, Philadelphia, United States

The 37th Annual AIDS Walk Philly continues to serve as the region’s largest HIV/AIDS fundraiser. Philadelphians can be a lifeline for their neighbors and loved ones by participating in the AIDS Walk Philly 5K, raising public awareness and funds for those living with HIV disease in our community. The walk will take place on Sunday, October 15, 2023, along Kelly Drive. Gather at the Art Museum Steps for a morning of fun and meaning for an important cause. Participants can register online and get additional information at www.aidswalkphilly.org or call 215-731-WALK. AIDS Fund provides emergency financial assistance to people living

$50

SWWAG Workshop: Food Fermentation

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

Learn about food fermentation and preservation methods, how to make kimchi at home, and the cultural significance of fermentation. This beginner-level workshop will be held at our annual Harvest Fest down at Sankofa Community Farm. Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!

Second Sunday Guided Tour

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

Don't miss an interesting guided tour blending the history, art, and nature of Glen Foerd's Main House and grounds.Join us for a glimpse into the past, present, and future of Glen Foerd on the second Sunday of the month with a guided tour of the Main House and grounds. This engaging and relaxing walk will provide you with insight into local history while connecting you to the natural space of the Delaware River watershed.

¡CineMÁS!: Movie + Mercado en FDR Park

FDR Park Boathouse South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for the first-ever Spanish-language film series in the park!SCHEDULE:9/24: Maya and the Three6:00–8:00 PM: Mercado – food trucks/vendors at the boathouse lawn 7:00 PM: Movie starts on the main lawn 10/8: Maya and the Three + Vivo11:00 AM–7:00 PM: Mercado de Latinas – food and craft vendors at the boathouse (inside/front lawn) and cooking demonstrations from Eugenio Salas + Communal Griddle**6:00-6:25 PM: Aztec dancing from Kalpulli Kamaxtle Xiuhcoatl6:30-7:00 PM: Maya and the Three, Episode 1 on the main lawn7:00 PM: Vivo starts on the main lawn10/15: Coco 11:00 AM–7:00 PM: Mercado de Latinas – food and craft vendors

Sankofa Harvest Fest

Come celebrate, bring in the season’s harvest, and uplift Sankofa Community Farm! This will be a day of community joy and healing with music and dance, wellness workshops, and seasonal plantings.

Urban Tree Connection’s Fall Farm Party

Neighborhood Foods Farm 608 N. 53rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

UPDATE: FALL FARM PARTY WILL BE SUNDAY OCTOBER 15 (10/15) DUE TO RAINCome out to Urban Tree Connection's Fall Farm Party for a day of fun, community, and big announcements! The Fall Farm Party will feature food, a make-and-take-tea workshop, and the reveal of UTC's new organizational name!

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.

Plant Medicines:Healing with CBD/Cannabis for Optimal Health

Holistic Health & Healing Expo The Drexelbrook, Drexel Hill, PA, United States

Discover the healing properties of hemp/cannabis to alleviate common health conditions and restore homeostasis and holistic healthHave you heard about the medicinal properties of cannabis but curious about how this plant can alleviate so many disparate health conditions like, chronic pain, depression, sleep disorders and anxiety? Join us and learn how this incredible plant works naturally with our biology but without harsh side effects. We dive into the science and and expose the truth and how CBD might be the missing link to your natural health journey. *No products will be sold during this event

SWWAG Workshop: Potted Perennial Fruits and Herbs

Sankofa Community Farm

Pots and containers can be a simple way to increase our growing space. For many of us in urban spaces, growing perennial plants in pots can provide a source of fresh culinary essentials in small outdoor spaces. They add beauty and life to the spaces we spend our time. We’ll discuss plant selections, soil mixes, maintenance, and seasonal care for potted perennial fruits and herbs. Led by Corrie and Caro from the Philly Orchard Project. (beginner-level), as part of our annual HarvestFest programming. We hope you’ll stay for the rest of the free festivities. Click here to see more upcoming

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tour 2023

Brandywine Valley Tourist and Information Center 300 Greenwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Join us as we tell stories of abolitionists and freedom seekers and visit locations of the Underground Railroad in and around Kennett SquareOur popular, family-friendly tours are led by a knowledgeable guide in a comfortable, climate-controlled bus.  You will visit documented Underground Railroad sites, historic homes and Quaker Meetinghouses while learning about local abolitionists and anti-slavery activity including the contributions of local African Americans and their faith communities.

United We Create

Philadelphia Distilling 25 E Allen St, Philadelphia, United States

Philadelphia Distilling will be holding ‘United We Create’ on Sunday, October 15th from 1PM to 7PM. United We Create is a yearly event at Philadelphia Distilling showcasing local artisans, both artists we work with and we admire. Some of the makers will be demonstrating their skills, such as glass blowing by Jim Loewer and screen printing by Paul Carpenter. While others will be giving out samples of their products, such as Pizza Freak Co. Products will also be available to purchase directly from the vendors. At the end of the evening we will be raffling products featured from every vendor.

Free

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Paint with Wine Pigments

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

Learn to paint using carefully crafted wine pigments instead of paint.SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15Paint with Wine Pigments3:00 – 5:00 PMNicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-ActionExplore the wonderful things you can do with wine! Learn to paint using carefully crafted wine pigments instead of paint. Discover how to blend, create washes, and build techniques in this unique art workshop. Working on cold pressed watercolor paper, create a selection of contemporary art pieces using wine pigments with the guidance of a professional artist.All art materials and a complimentary glass of wine (for ages 21+) are included. Suitable for beginning and experienced artists. No

New Moon Hike

FOR ADULTS 18+ ONLY Experience the Arboretum after dark! Nighttime offers a different perspective of the Arboretum. Join guides Dick Cloud and John Bunting as we traverse the Arboretum under a moonless sky. We will depend on our flashlights and use our senses of hearing, smell, and touch to navigate the North Woods. Our guides will share points of special interest and seasonal highlights. If the skies are clear, we will observe the stars as we walk through meadows and more open areas. We also hope to see and hear some of the nocturnal wildlife that make a home at the Arboretum! This moderately-paced

Bird Walk

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

Come birding with Bonnie!MONDAY, OCTOBER 16 Bird Walk 8:00 – 9:00 AM Bonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Go birding with Bonnie! Enjoy early access to Jenkins during fall migration. Explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Rain or shine.

Free – Kid’s Nature Story Time with the Tacony Library and Riverfront North

Lardner's Point Park 5202 Levick St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for an outdoor nature story time with the Tacony Free Library, along the river at Lardner's Point Park.Join Riverfront North Partnership and the Tacony Free Library for an outdoor nature story time, along the river at Lardner's Point Park. Every Third Monday at 11am from July through October we will host a free kid's story time event focused around nature. Except stories, singing, dancing and laughing!We suggest you bring blankets or small chairs for yourself and the children as there are limited benches available. Event will be canceled if there is a high likliehood of rain and participant's

Israel and Hamas at War

Perry World House 3803 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Perry World House for an expert discussion on the unfolding events in the Middle East.Fifty years after the Yom Kippur War redefined boundaries in the Middle East and solidified Israel as a regional power, the world awoke to the news that Hamas launched a bloody surprise attack from Gaza into Israel. The ongoing attacks have left hundreds of Israeli and Palestinian civilians dead and thousands more injured, and have prompted Israeli leadership to declare that the country is at war with Hamas. What led to this attack? How has and will the international community respond? And what might we

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Volunteer – Fall Gardening

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

Blossom with the season.

Jenkins Juniors (10/17 – 11/14)

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

Join us for 5 weeks of outdoor fun!TUESDAYS, 5-WEEK SERIESJenkins Juniors (Ages 2–4)10/17 – 11/ 14 | 10:00 – 11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensLet’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this fall! Each class will include a story, scenic strolls, and a creative craft. Our activities will encourage children to embrace their sense of wonder, and adults to rekindle theirs. Each week will have a different theme so join us for one or both series!Suitable for ages 2–4. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult. Rain or shine, indoor space

Arboretum Volunteer Session

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

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Municipal Task Force Meeting

Join us for our last 2023 Municipal Task Force Meeting! Topics: The PA Funding Navigator Program The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection will provide updates on the 2024 MS4 program and Site Inspection Update on the West Chester Stormwater fee Grant $$$ opportunities We’ll have plenty of time to hear your stormwater needs and ideas! Please share this invitation with Commissioners, staff, committee members, volunteers, and property owners. When: Tuesday, October 17 from 12pm to 1:30pm on Zoom. Register here. Questions? Call [email protected].

AFTER SCHOOL ADVENTURES

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

This staff led afterschool program, guides children (ages 6-12) on adventures in Pennypack Park. October 10, 17, 24.Youth will be immersed in a different natural science topic each class utilizing multiple learning tools including hands-on. This staff led afterschool program, guides children on adventures in Pennypack Park. We will meet at the Pennypack Environmental Center, then enjoy new adventures each week. Three Tuesdays in October.October 10: Apple Pressing + AdventuresOctober 17: PawPaws & Pumpkins + AdventuresOctober 24: Campfire + Adventures Children ages 6-12. This is a drop off only program.$5 per child per day Parking is available at the center

Lily P.A.D.S

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

Kids are welcome to create their very own Halloween mask!Halloween time is the perfect time to have some super creative fun with Mask Making! Come out to the Play Space and use all kinds of colorful art materials and loads of imagination to design your very own mask! And as usual, we’ll make time to play, play, play!This activity is perfect for kids ages 4 and up!

Botanical Illustration: Creating a Botanical Sketchbook

Online

Taught by Margaret Saylor, Artist; Member, American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA) and the Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators The wonderful natural elements that make up our autumn outdoor world are perfect botanical subjects! We’ll draw or paint new family of specimens each week. You’ll create a sketchbook page based on the week’s topic. Not only will we learn about that week’s botanical theme, but we’ll see how these subjects fit into the broader realm of contemporary botanical art. Themes will include: flowers, fungi, moss, lichens, leaves, seed pods, gourds, and fir trees. Margaret Saylor is the editor/designer of ASBA’s

$180 – $210

Sew Basic: For People Who Know Absolutely Nothing About Sewing

Firehouse Arts Germantown, B06 5231 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Sewing intrigues you but you don’t know where to start… Come learn about the basics of sewing in an inspiring and friendly atmosphere.If only you could hem your own pants, mend your torn clothes, and reattach that button that fell off! This upcycling trend seems cool and you want to hop on board, but where do you even start? Thanks to the Reagan administration gutting home economics programs in favor of STEM to compete with Russia during the Cold War, most Millenials and Gen Zer’s never learned how to sew in school.In this 2-hour class, professional tailor and fashion designer

Uncle Bobbie’s X Jessie Reyez – Live Reading

Greene Street Friends School 20 W. Armat Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome Jessie Reyez for a special live reading of her new book of poetry, "Words of a Goat Princess"We are so excited to welcome Grammy-nominated artist, Jessie Reyez for a special, live reading of her new book of poetry, Words of a Goat Princess.This will be an amazing opportunity to hear the words and the thoughts and motivations behind them. A Q&A will follow so make sure you have your questions ready for Jessie.All tickets will come with a signed copy of Words of a Goat Princess.You don't want to miss this!-----About the author: Jessie

Volunteer Wednesdays at The Farm at Awbury (Mort Brooks Memorial Farm)

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

Join us for a morning of field work which could include harvesting, weeding, planting, mulching, seeding, and more!THIS WORK SHIFT IS FOR NON-MEMBERS ONLY! IF YOU ARE A MEMBER, PLEASE REGISTER FOR YOUR SHIFT THROUGH THE MEMBER PORTAL. What to expect: You will be working with Alessandro (he/him), who goes by Ali, and Nicole(she/they), the farmers at Awbury, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-opmembers completing working member shifts, and other volunteers. Field work generally involves kneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to theelements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs,

Hike the Mt. Cuba Trails and Ashland Hawk Watch Hill

Reconnect with nature in this exceptional behind-the-scenes trek through the natural areas with Ellen Lake, Mt. Cuba’s director of conservation and research, and Joe Sebastiani, manager at Ashland Nature Center. Along the way, scout for birds, explore old-field meadows and woodland habitats, and learn about several natural lands projects and research experiments. Dress for the weather, bring binoculars, a water bottle, and lunch. Be prepared for a four-mile hike through hilly terrain. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 (Rain Date: Wednesday, October 25). About the Instructor: Ellen Lake, PhD,

$35

Bennett Compost Cleanup in Tacony Creek Park

5650 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 5650 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Bennett Compost to clean Tacony Creek Park and park gateways every Wednesday. Let’s support this local business in improving our environment and neighborhood! Location: Meet at Bennett Compost: 5650 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 Time: 11am All tools and supplies will be provided. No registration required. Questions? Contact Alex Rosario at [email protected] or 215-744-1853.

Noon Bird Walks at Wissahickon Environmental Center

Wissahickon Environmental Center 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Noontime bird walks.Enjoy an expert guided bird walk during fall migration. If it's raining we will watch the feeders from inside and talk about birds!

Fall Wednesday Walkabouts (9/6 – 11/15)

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

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 6 – NOVEMBER 15Fall Wednesday Walkabouts1:00 – 2:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this fall for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, fall foliage, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact [email protected]).Free of charge

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

River Alive! Learning Trail Drop-In Hours

Ferko Playground 1101 E Cayuga St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join TTF from 3-5pm at the River Alive Learning Trail for FREE information and materials: Seek and Find maps, coloring pages, reusable bags, and water bottles. Learn about the Learning Trail’s 2023 FREE summer programs! Seek & Find, free tickets to the Independence Seaport Museum, and free field trips to Independence Seaport Museum one Sunday each month. Next trips are October 22 and December 17. Register here. Questions? Contact [email protected].

A Taste of Latin American Heritage Pop-up

South Philadelphia Library 1700 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Reflecting the range of culinary traditions, foods, and flavors of Latin America that are richly flavorful, affordable, and easy-to-prepare.A Taste of Latin American Heritage features recipes that blend the food traditions of four cultures: the indigenous people (Aztecs, Incas, Mayans, and other Native Americans), continental Africans, the Spanish, and the Portuguese.Join us at South Philadelphia Library for a bite of delicious vegetarian food inspired by the culinary traditions of Latin America's people. Check out the menu!Cannellini Bean and Pumpkin Seed Salad, Boniatillo (Sweet Potato Pudding) on 10/3Wild Veggie Tostadas, Panama’s Tropical Bounty Smoothie on 10/17Menestra de Lentejas (Ecuadorian Lentil Stew),

New Muralists: A Philly Artist Talk Series

Paradigm Gallery + Studio, North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA 12 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making.A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making. With each panel, we’ll learn how the artists took on this new challenge, what they choose to create, and why painting in the public space is important to them and valuable to our communities.Painting The Party–Artist PanelWHEN: 10/4, 5-8pm HOSTS: Conrad Benner and Darnell SchoolfieldPANELISTS: Tykira Mitchell, Tai Corrienté Baucom, Keshida Layone, Corinne Dodenhoff, Nasir Young, and Rushawn Videl-Gevonte StanleyPANELISTS BIOS:Tykira MitchellMeet Tykira, a portrait painter based in Philadelphia

Community Engagement & Collaboration with Amber Art

Icebox Project Space 1400 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Amber Art & Design shares their recipe for collaboration and approach to community engagement in Philadelphia and beyond.Join Amber Art and Design and Mural Arts Philadelphia for a workshop and guided tour of "Common Space / Espacio Común 10 years of practice with Amber Art & Design", an exhibition celebrating 10 years of collaboration and community engagement. We will share how we started, what's kept us going and welcome any questions or ideas for the future.About the exhibit:Amber Art & Design, known for producing murals, public art installations, community engagement processes, educational programming, and arts and culture consultancies in Philadelphia

Democracy, Voting, & Climate Solutions with PA IPL & JEA – October 18, 2023

The essential relationships between democracy, voting, and climate change solutionsJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on October 18 at 7:00pm for a discussion about the essential relationships between democracy, voting, and climate change solutions. Voting for positions at all levels strengthens democracy and has the potential to implement strong climate friendly policies. The reverse is also true, when people fail to vote, democracy can be threatened and harmful policies or no policies can be enforced.Speaker: Maegan Ramirez, Climate Justice Outreach Coordinator at the Union of Concerned Scientists

The True Impacts of Alternative Energy Solutions on your Utility Bill

Chester County Economic Development Council 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, United States

Join SEI for a “look behind the curtain” as we explore the true impacts of Renewables, CHP and EV Charging projects on your utility bill.Regardless of if you have alternative energy in mind right now, you can learn more about your utility bill and how everyone will be charged for electricity and utilities in the future. Who should attend:Facilities Managers, Building Owners, CFOs, Energy Professionals, Sustainability Managers Procurement Professionals, Project & Property Developers, Municipal Developers, Job Seekers. Event Agenda:  8:00 to 8:30 a.m. - Check-in, networking and light breakfast.8:30 to 10:00 a.m. - Program followed by Q & A moderated

Global Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference: Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and Resilience

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

The challenges of climate change and resource shortages require innovative approaches to advance resiliency and mitigation in WaSH (water, sanitation, and hygiene). This 1-day conference will address the urgent need for new technologies and new data analytics in water management throughout the world in order to adapt to the future realities of more extreme weather patterns and events, sea-level rising, glacier melting and drought. Innovative thinking is needed. Successful implementation of new and modern (water) management tools will be highlighted; innovative approaches for community involvement and commercial buy-in will be debated; and practical solutions as brokered by governing bodies, market

Global Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference

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

Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and ResilienceGlobal Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference: Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and ResilienceThe challenges of climate change and resource shortages require innovative approaches to advance resiliency and mitigation in WaSH (water, sanitation, and hygiene). Co-hosted by Science History Institute This 1-day conference will address the urgent need for new technologies and new data analytics in water management throughout the world in order to adapt to the future realities of more extreme weather patterns and events, sea-level rising, glacier melting and drought. Innovative thinking is needed. Successful

Volunteer – Care for Nature

Saunders Woods Preserve 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Get hands dirty. Give back to a great cause.

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Mindfulness in the Garden Fall Meditation Workshop: Thankful for Me

Extending gratitude to our own selves 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

RESCHEDULED FROM 9/14 journeying barefoot

Join barefoot bella of journeying barefoot for a six-week sound healing, nature meditation, and reflection series. We will gather weekly on Thursdays from 4-5:30 pm. Please bring a towel, blanket, or mat to sit on as well as a journal/notebook for reflections. We’ll have extra yoga mats and journals to share too. These events will take place either out in the Garden or indoors, depending on the weather. We’ll meet at the Welcome Center before heading to the day’s location. All events will be rain or shine.   “at journeying barefoot we commune together with Black, Native, and Indigenous women and

Energy Justice in a Climate-Changing World (Climate & Democracy)

Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics 133 South 36th Street, Suite 335, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A discussion with BENJAMIN SOVACOOL (Boston University), moderated by SANYA CARLEY (Penn Kleinman Center for Energy Policy).Hybrid Event: In-person and online. Zoom link sent to registered attendees.CLEAN AND RENEWABLE ENERGY, like that from dirty sources, requires significant technological infrastructure, with potentially deep impacts on the wellbeing of surrounding communities and ecosystems. In this conversation, leading energy justice thinker BENJAMIN SOVACOOL (Boston University) grapples with the economics, politics, and environmental tradeoffs of energy production. He considers how and why any energy transition must account for social and multispecies justice. How can we conceptualize energy justice? What does it look like on

We Hold These Truths: Screening and Talkback

Bartram's Garden (Barn) 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join WHYY, N.I.C.E. partner FunTimes Magazine, and Africom for a community screening and talk about PBS' newest documentary.The new PBS documentary We Hold These Truths explores the influence of America’s Declaration of Independence. This one document inspired over 100 nations around the world to seek their own independence.Join WHYY News’ Community & Engagement team, N.I.C.E. (News & Information Community Exchange) partner FunTimes Magazine, Africom Philly and our host, Bartram's Garden, for a screening and community discussion with residents who have immigrated to the U.S. from African and Caribbean countries about their lived experiences, their search for freedom, and whether the

2023 Philadelphia Lantern Slide Salon

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

The Philadelphia Lantern Slide Salon is back!Philadelphia Lantern Slide SalonThursday, October 19, 2023, 6 to 7:30 pm - in the Wagner's lecture hallCelebrate Archives Month Philly at the Wagner Free Institute of Science as we showcase glass lantern slides from the special collections of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, the American Philosophical Society, The Historical Society of Frankford, the Penn Museum, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, and the Wagner Free Institute of Science during the annual Philadelphia Lantern Slide Salon.In the spirit of lantern exhibition culture, this salon will bring together unique and rarely-seen images presented in the

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation (Free)

Free Library of Philadelphia 1901 Vine St, Fourth Floor, Room 405, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn the what, why, and how of science-based mindfulness meditation in this beginner friendly presentation.About the ProgramScientific research shows mindful meditation can relieve stress, pain, and other negative thoughts. Join Maceo Hood, a certified Mindfulness Facilitator from the Institute for Organizational Science and Mindfulness, to learn about the science of mindful meditation. A brief practice session will follow. Sign-up is not required but appreciated all the same. About the PresenterMaceo Hood began practicing Transcendental Meditation in the 70’s while a student at Lincoln University, PA. In the years since, he earned his Master degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from

Cider: Pennsylvania’s Once (& Future?) Favorite

Look at how cider was historically made, its presence and importance in Pennsylvania, and where it’s heading today.THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 Cider: Pennsylvania’s Once (& Future?) Favorite 7:00 – 8:30 PM Mark A. Turdo, Cidermaker, Cider Historian, and Author of the Pommel Cyder blog Cider was once the most important beverage in America, but our relationship to it has been interrupted. Touching on everything from William Penn to Prohibition, this overview by Mark A. Turdo looks at how cider was historically made, its presence and importance in Pennsylvania, and where it’s heading today. Explore early horticulture, economics, foodways, and politics through

La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in Palestine

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

Dr. Aisha Mershani’s work documents nearly 20 years of the Israeli Apartheid Wall, Israeli violence, and Palestinian resistance. This exhibit is a gateway to bearing witness to what the news ignores – the people directly affected by the Wall. This multimedia experience includes photography of and audio storytelling by numerous Palestinian people living behind the Wall. This exhibit aims to educate the wider public, all while using the gallery space to build a broader solidarity community. Weekly events will be organized by the La La Lil Jidar Collective to engage audiences towards the realities on the ground through artistic expression.

Free

La La Lil Jidar Collective Panel Discussion

InLiquid Gallery in the Crane Building 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us on October 19th, from 7-9 PM, for a panel discussion with the La La Lil Jidar Collective Please join us on Thursday October 19th from 7 - 9 pm for a panel discussion featuring the La La Lil Jidar collective. Hear how they built the project collaboratively and their hopes and goals. Panelists: Aisha Mershani, Nora Elmarzouky, Tracy Chahwan, Qais Assali (virtual), Ahmed Ahmed, Tara Taraneh, Yaqeen YemeniThis discussion is in conjunction with the solo exhibitoin La La Lil Jidar: 20 Years Behind the Apartheid Wall in Palestine, currently on view at the InLiquid Gallery. Aisha Mershani’s (they/them)

Event Series DANIEL VILLARREAL

SustainPHL

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet Philadelphia's sustainability community at the annual "Green Oscars"! Be inspired by local heroes. Support sustainability in Philly. Attend the SustaInPHL Awards, an annual celebration for sustainability visionaries to unsung heroes making a difference in Philadelphia. Sample local fare and drinks. Hear inspirational stories from Philly changemakers. See the winners announced live on stage and receive reclaimed wooden awards.

$30

Created, Together.

Philadelphia Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Mural Arts Institute is proud to announce "Created, Together: A National Assembly for Artists Working with Communities"Created, Together. is a national assembly for artists and creatives working with communities brought to Philadelphia by Mural Arts Institute. This two-day event includes site visits to public art projects throughout the city of Philadelphia, a film screening, and a full day of networking with fellow creatives from across the country. The gathering is open to all who identify as contributors to the creative intersection of art in public spaces. Artists, administrators, community members, policy makers, students and more are welcome. The goal

2023 Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners National Conference

Temple University Student Center 1755 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Black Urban Growers (BUGs) and our partners are pleased to present the 11th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGS) Conference.Black Urban Growers (BUGs) and our partners are pleased to present the 11th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGS) Conference, convening urban and rural farmers, chefs, food product makers, students, herbalists, nutritionists, consumers, policymakers, educators, activists and organizations from across the country! Family Harvest: Seeding Land, Legacy and Liberation is the theme of this year’s conference. Come join us to connect with our Black agrarian family from across the nation in the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Through

A Deep Dig Into Philly’s Eco Arts Village: One Art Community Center

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

A Deep Dig will walk visitors through what 22 years of community building has created in West Philadelphia's One Art Community CenterA Deep Dig will walk visitors through what 22 years of community building has created in West Philadelphia. Visitors will walk away with invaluable insight to bring back to their own communities to stimulate growth and healing. ABOUT USOur mission is to cultivate a space that encourages holistic healing in Philadelphia through art, education, cultural, and community engagement.Our programs are intentionally curated to foster deeper connection to Self, the Earth, and the community. We serve over 10,000 individuals annually.

Future Food Right Now

Cyto Cira Center 2929 Arch Street, Philadelphia, United States

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Macrobiotic Global Institute, The Agrarian Group, and Student Farmers Corp. Presents “We have to make sure that organic products are more readily available to all Pennsylvanians, not just some. We need to make sure that we're sensitive to pricing and we need to make sure that folks understand this is not a niche market, this is the​ market." - Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaking at Rodale Institute on July 21, 2023. Devon, Pennsylvania – Macrobiotic Global Institute (MGI), The Agrarian Group (TAG), and Student Farmers Corp. (SFC) are hosting the first annual FUTURE FOOD Right Now conference

Free

ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour

Garey Hall, Villanova, PA, USA Garey Hall, Villanova, PA, USA, Villanova, PA, United States

Join us for a fun-filled, in-person ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour, where we'll explore sustainable practices.Join us for the ASME Philadelphia Villanova Sustainability tour! Get ready to explore the world of sustainability at Garey Hall, Villanova, PA, USA. This in-person event will take you on an exciting journey to discover innovative solutions for a greener future. During the tour, you'll have the chance to witness cutting-edge technologies, meet passionate experts, and learn about sustainable practices that are shaping our world. From renewable energy to eco-friendly architecture, this event has it all! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to expand

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Hansberry Garden & Nature Center Collective work hours

The Hansberry Garden & Nature Center 5150 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

One of two weekly work sessions (the other is Sunday from 3-5 p.m.) for Hansberry Garden & Nature Center's Garden Collective. The Hansberry Garden and Nature Center builds community by offering organic gardening, educational programs, and fresh, wholesome produce to an underserved neighborhood.

Bats: The Mysterious Creatures of the Night

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

Learn why bats are vital to our ecosystem.A representative from the PA Bat Rescue Organization is coming to our store! Join us to learn about the mysterious and wondrous world of bats. Explore their natural history, environmental impacts, why bats are vital to our ecosystem and how you can help bats in your neighborhood. You will also have the opportunity to meet some of our non-releasable ambassador bats. Seating is limited to 20 guests.

Photo Walk

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

Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura 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.Rain date: Sunday, 10/22Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, and Nov

The Wissahickon as a Watershed: The Anatomy of a Vital Waterway with Stan Kozakowski, Debbie Hoellein & Jim McClory

Northwestern Avenue Kiosk

Northwestern Avenue Kiosk Join Debbie, Jim, and Stan on a 2 1/2 mile exploration of the anatomy of one of the Philadelphia Region’s vital waterways. We will see why the flow of the Wissahickon is unlike almost all other waterways in the Northeastern US; understand the different parts of a stream or river, including where different insects and fish might be found and why; and what you can do to help conserve this regional treasure. And we will even show you where people bring their love letters to the Wissahickon. Participants are welcome to bring letters, poems, pictures, and other

Nursery Volunteer Day

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

Volunteers will be weeding, organizing pots, and potting up plants in the greenhouse complex. 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 to be added to our

Volunteer Shell Bagging Event-October 21st-Philadelphia

PDE Philadelphia Shell Recycling Area at Philadelphia Renewable Bio-Fuels Facility Penrose Ferry Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate National Estuary Week by helping PDE bag oyster shells so that they can used in restoration projects and support clean waters!Partnership for the Delaware Estuary has been collecting oyster shell from Philadelphia restaurants since 2022. Generally, spent oyster shells go to landfills, but with our recycling program shells are going back to the Delaware Bay.Oyster shells are important for baby oysters and the entire aquatic ecosystem. Oysters are ecosystem engineers and a keystone species in the Delaware Bay. These awesome shellfish not only filter our water but oyster reefs are important habitat for lots of local wildlife. By returning

They Didn’t Know We Were Seeds – Family Wellness Retreat (rain date)

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

Mothers, gather your family and meet us beneath the trees for our 3rd Annual family wellness retreat.Black Girls With Green Thumbs calls mothers from across the Philadelphia region to gather together to release and unwind. On Saturday, October 21st we invite you and your children to immerse yourself in nature for the 3rd Annual They Didn't Know We Were Seeds: Family Wellness Retreat. At the retreat you and your family will: be free to let go nurture curiositybreak through loneliness Together with other women and their children, you will enjoy a beautiful day of restoration and exploration in the woodlands

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 365-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.

The Rail Park – Three Mile Vision Tour

2700 Pennsylvania Ave 2700 Pennsylvania Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Friends of the Rail Park for a walking tour covering the Three Mile Vision for the Rail Park.On this tour, you’ll learn about the history and ecology of the Rail Park, and its potential to become a greenway connecting 10+ Philly neighborhoods and thousands of residents. Each tour begins at 10 AM and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note that this is a linear walking tour, extending 2 miles.We will begin at the corner of 27th and Pennsylvania Streets, and end at Phase One around 12th and Callowhill Streets. We do not loop back to the starting point

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

WOW EXPO

Plymouth Meeting Mall 500 West Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

Connect to the Holistic Community by attending the WOW EXPO in the Greater Philadelphia Area! Pre Register Today for EARLY BIRD $5 TicketsEnjoy a Day of Wellness Saturday, Oct 21 10am -6pmAt The WOW EXPOExplore the World Of Wellness Natural Health Expo in Plymouth Meeting, PA. This community Expo will be held in Plymouth Meeting Mall. Our all-day event includes:The WoWellness PavilionEnjoy Holistic Demos or speak with one our 30+ local and regional Holistic Healthcare and Functional Medicine Practitioners including Chiropractic, Nutrition, Essential Oils, Homeopathy, Wellness Services, Herbal & Many Other Wellness Supplements. Mother Earth Marketplace Connect to the Community

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

Alternative Media and the Solidarity Economy

PhillyCAM, Ranstead Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA 699 Ranstead Street, #1, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come join us at Alternative Media and the Solidarity Economy, where we'll explore new ways to empower communities and challenge the status qAlternative Media and the Solidarity Economy Join us for an exciting event at PhillyCAM in Philadelphia, PA, USA! We're diving deep into the world of alternative media and its role in the solidarity economy. Discover how independent media platforms are shaping narratives and empowering communities. From grassroots journalism to community radio, we'll explore the diverse ways alternative media is challenging the status quo. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn how you can contribute

Meadow Weaving with Enrica Ferrero

Swing by and check out our newly refurbished meadow loom! Our friend Enrica Fererro will be in the Meadow to guide you with gathering plants and interworking them into woven panels to be displayed. The meeting spot is in the Meadow between the Parking Loop and the Boathouse.  This outdoor event is subject to weather-related cancelations.    

Flavors of FDR: Food Market Tasting Tour

FDR Park Boathouse South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Take a tasty tour of the Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park! DATE Saturday, October 21, 2023 TIME 10:45am - 12:30pm LOCATION FDR Park Boathouse 1500 Pattison Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and the Vendors Association of FDR Park for a tasty tour of the Southeast Asian Market on October 21 from 10:45 AM–12:30 PM. South Philly is home to a vibrant Southeast Asian community, with many Khmer, Lao, Vietnamese, and Thai residents who have enjoyed FDR Park for decades! During the warmer months, vendors set up outdoor stalls selling street food, bubble teas and iced

Rittenhouse Town: Making Paper, Making History

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

Tour Historic RittenhouseTown and participate in papermaking at America's first paper millOn this HC Field Trip, we visit Historic RittenhouseTown for a tour of the grounds, including the 1707 Homestead, 1753 Bake House, and a papermaking workshop.Established in 1690 along Paper Mill Run, a tributary of the Wissahickon Creek, the Rittenhouse Mill was the first paper mill in British North America. Around it, bloomed the early industrial community known as Rittenhouse Town. Working with rags from Germantown residents, the Rittenhouse Mill made paper that was sold to printers in nearby Germantown, Philadelphia and New York for use in Bibles and

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!

Botanical Printing and Indigo Dyeing- Sampling Plant Based Dyes

Green Matters Natural Dye Company 5541 Old Philadelphia Pike, Unit 3, Gap, PA, United States

Learn natural dye methods including bundle dyeing, shibori techniques, indigo vat use, and other creative dye printing!Learn natural dye methods including bundle dyeing, shibori techniques, indigo vat use, and other creative dye printing! The workshop will begin with tutorials on indigo dyeing, bundle dyeing, and tying techniques, followed by guided open studio time for participants to explore their creative vision. We call this a 'sampler' because we will do short basic demos on several dye techniques and facilitate the application of these techniques on your garments, fabric or yarn. This includes up to 5 pound of personal items to dye.

KAPWA Community Day

Palumbo Park 723 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join KAPWA’s Filipino artists at Palumbo Park for an afternoon of food, performance, and community care!From contemporary aesthetics to traditional expressions, Neill Catangay's exhibition "KAPWA" offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of perspectives that make up our shared human experience.Celebrate those shared human experiences with KAPWA’s Community Day Saturday, October 21 from 12pm-4pm! Join KAPWA’s Filipino artists at Palumbo Park (723 Catharine St) for an afternoon of food, performance, and community care.

CiderFest at Woodford Mansion

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

Kick off Philly Cider Week with CiderFest at Woodford Mansion

Aark in the Dark 2023

Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center 1531 Upper Stump Road, Chalfont, PA, United States

Join for tricks, treats and adventures with our education animals.Explore the Witch’s haunted house, make your own spooky slime, meet our resident owls, and much more! We have two events scheduled. Please choose the appropriate ticket for your desired time to attend and bring your ticket for easy entrance.Costumes are welcomed and encouraged.Tickets must be purchased in advance of the event as we have to limit the number of tickets to 100 for each time.Tickets are non-refundable.

PMS Presents: The Spooky Ukie Market

Ukie Club on Franklin 847 N. Franklin St, Philadelphia, United States

October 21st 2-9pm Philly Makers Syndicate returns to Ukie Club on Franklin for The Spooky Ukie Market! Over seventy vendors from near and far, food, and live music will fill the field at 847 N Franklin St.! Featuring: Zorn Hex Head (BOS) On the Water Ugli Diuretic Stick around for live nighttime programming from local video ghouls @luthersmidfrightsnack. All ages, outdoor event with indoor bar. 🙀🕯️ 🎃

$2 – $8

Reading Terminal Market Tour

Reading Terminal Market 1136 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come taste the Market's history and hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses in the iconic Reading Terminal Market!

WeWalk PHL Saturday Walking Group

Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Saturday walks in the Garden will be held weekly at 3pm between September 2 and October 28, 2023.   We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks. Launched as a pilot program in 2017, We Walk

Black Harvest Dinner

1225 East Street Road, West Chester, PA, USA 1225 East Street Road, FarmerJawn, West Chester, PA, United States

FarmerJawn's "Black Harvest Dinner Series" series celebrates black foodways in all their facets!FarmerJawn presents The "Black Harvest" Dinner SeriesThe "Black Harvest" Dinner Series is a remarkable exploration of American farming history, highlighting the often silenced narratives of black farmers whose land was unjustly taken. Over the past century, the number of Black-owned farms has significantly declined, from approximately one million in the early 1900s to only about 30,000 in 2023. This series celebrates black foodways in all their facets, from dedicated growers to ingenious product makers, showcasing the incredible creations brought to life by Black creators. FarmerJawn is committed to

Lavender Workshop

Organic Heirlooms Farm 1537 Dillon Road, Ambler, PA, United States

Join us for a hands-on Lavender Workshop where will make five products that you can take home. This class will soothe your soul.We grow our own organic lavender on the farm, harvest it, then you make and take products with it to take home! Snuggle the cutest and sweetest baby goats before and after the workshop. You will make an organic perfume roller, car diffuser, room or linen spray and summertime luminary candle all with the organic lavender you picked! This class will soothe your soul.

Gran Fiesta de los Muertos: Day of the Dead Celebration & Workshop

FDR Park Boathouse South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Day of the Dead is coming to South Philly with sugar skulls and shining cycles!Fairmount Park Conservancy and Cesar Viveros invite you to “Huey Mikailhuitl – La Gran Fiesta De Los Muertos” – Day of the Dead art workshop and festivities!Participants will learn about the traditions and artistic practices of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos, including a performance from an Aztec dance group, a special sugar skull-making workshop, and an altar-building demonstration using architectural elements of the historic FDR Boathouse. This event will also break the mold of tradition with some exciting new elements never before seen in Philadelphia,

Little Sit: Accessible for All Birdwatching

Fairmount Park Hortucultural Center 100 N. Horticulture Dr., Philadelphia, United States

Join us for an inclusive birding event that celebrates diversity and birdability! DATE Sunday, October 22, 2023 TIME 8:00am - 11:00am LOCATION Fairmount Park Horticulture Center 100 N. Horticulture Dr. Philadelphia, PA 19131 Fairmount Park Conservancy is thrilled to partner with In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club Philly, Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports (PCAS), and Philly Queer Birders for a special morning of birding on October 22 from 8:00–11:00 AM. This event is intentionally accessible to BIPOC, the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities. Birders seek out diversity in birds, looking for an array of colors, sizes, ages, origins,

10-22-2023 Penn Valley, PA Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Lower Merion Transfer Station 1300 N Woodbine Ave, Penn Valley, PA, United States

Montgomery County, PA drive thru event to drop off Household Hazardous Waste. (NO TVs, electronics, or appliances will be accepted.)• If you need your gas can or container returned, please tape a note to it stating that you want to keep it.• You must stay in your car while in the event site.• You may arrive any time within your registered appointment window.• Please print out your ticket if possible or write your name and appointment time on a piece of paper. • If you cannot attend the event, please cancel your appointment through your Eventbrite ticket or by emailing

Discover Strawberry Mansion: Neighborhood and East Park

Boxers’ Trail Gateway 3336 W. Dauphin Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn about the past, present and future of Strawberry Mansion and nearby East Park. DATE Sunday, October 22, 2023 TIME 10:00am - 12:30pm LOCATION Boxers’ Trail Gateway 3336 W. Dauphin Drive Philadelphia, 19132 Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Judith Robinson on October 22 from 10:00 AM–12:30 PM for a 2.5-mile walking tour to learn about the past, present, and future of Strawberry Mansion and nearby East Park. Strawberry Mansion has always had a close connection to the park. In fact, the neighborhood is named after a prominent place in the park, Historic Strawberry Mansion. Similar to Parkside on the

Education Station: Tasting Station in Lucille’s Garden

Stop by our Education Station in Lucille’s Garden to sample the seasonal bounty from our edible garden! No registration is necessary, and it’s free with admission. Just stop by any time during the hours of 10 am to 1 pm. See you there!

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.

Mushroom Foray at Nockamixon State Park

7347 Richlandtown Rd 7347 Richlandtown Road, Quakertown, PA, United States

Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for free public mushroom hunt!**This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider choosing the Donation Ticket option at checkout to give an amount of your choice**Meet at the 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