Activist Networking EventPhilly, come make friends, empower, recharge, and activate for animals!Join the fun with hosts: American Vegan Society, Revolution Philadelphia, and The Humane League.Learn more about local campaigns that are vegan with ahimsa. Network with like-minded individuals. Eat. Chat. Volunteer.There is no charge to attend this event, but donations are always welcome. This event will be sponsored by Fat Badger Bakery. They will be donating cookies for the event! Other foods will also be available for purchase.

Join us for a fun Fall Festival on our charming farm, bursting with seasonal joy and family fun!Guests can explore a variety of engaging craft stations where they can create autumn-themed decorations such as Pumpkin Succulent Arrangements, Pumpkin Flower Arrangement (you will cut your own fresh flowers from our organic flower garden), Pumpkin painting and decorating (decoupage, pressed flowers, acrylic paint)Throughout the festival, visitors can meet and cuddle adorable baby animals like goats, lambs, piglets, cows, kittens and more. We will also have a decorated photo booth for all your selfie and portrait needs. With yard games, fire pit and

guided walk in the nearby woods in search of owl sights or soundsGuided walk in search of sights and sounds of owls. Learn about owls that inhabit thw Wissahickon. All are welcome to attent children must be able to walk in silence .

See Mt. Cuba Center in a new light – no light, that is! Embark on a guided Night Hike to experience the stars and sounds of our natural lands after dark. Listen as the night comes alive with the chatter of owls, frogs, crickets, and maybe even a fox or two. Learn about the nocturnal animals that call our natural areas home and how to spot and listen for them once the sun goes down. Guests should be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Friday,

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Enjoy a day filled with fun, family-friendly activities that promote literacy, creativity, and community connection. Free books!Event Description:Celebrate Literacy & Creativity in Germantown!Natural Creativity is thrilled to host the first-ever Germantown Literacy Fair, a day dedicated to promoting literacy and community engagement through fun, family-friendly activities.Join us for a range of exciting outdoor activities, hands-on experiences, and interactive vendor booths, all while learning more about how to support literacy in your home. Whether you're a family looking for a day of fun or a community member wanting to connect with local resources, this event has something for everyone!Event Highlights:Interactive Literacy-Based

Liberty Flea Vinyl & Vintage is a market for people who love vinyl records, tapes, cds but also like to shop for vintage clothing and antiques all together! This event is indoors at 1301 S Columbus Blvd from 10am to 5pm on Oct 19th. Free Parking for all attendees and vendors! Earlybird admission from 10am to 11am is $10, General admission is 11am to 5pm and costs $5 in advance, $7 day of show. Shop amazing vinyl record and vintage vendors together, under one roof!

Along with American history buffs, cycle tourists will enjoy this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.

October workshop will focus on building a Community Emergency Plan. This plan will be built by the community for the community!The goal of READYCommunity is to help residents across Philadelphia prepare for emergencies. OEM is working to help the public better prepare for and persevere through a crisis, whether within one home or a whole city block. The goal is to empower and connect people in a community through workshops, educate them on emergency preparedness, and help residents build emergency plans that are relevant and specific to their community.

Forum and block party to celebrate three We Here installations in Kensington.We Here Community Forum: Clay Heals MindsSaturday, October 1912-2 p.m.: Forum program and lunch (registration required)2-4 p.m.: Family-friendly clay activities, food and musicFree and open to the publicJoin us to celebrate the artists and community members behind We Here, a Mural Arts public art project in Kensington with a focus on youth, creativity and pottery. Featuring lead artist Roberto Lugo in conversation with Tony Award-winning playwright and poet Lemon Andersen, followed by a roundtable on the arts, behavioral health and community wellbeing with speakers including Brenda Mosley, Executive Director,

One PA is joining InLiquid Gallery for one final push to get Philadelphians registered to vote!About the event: One PA is joining InLiquid Gallery for one final push to get Philadelphians registered to vote! Join us on Saturday October 19th from 12p – 6p to register to vote, enjoy light refreshments, and get a first look at InLiquid’s newest exhibition The Voice of The People. This exhibition highlights work by InLiquid Member Artists that are creating pieces about the current political landscape in our country. All participating artists have unique voices and perspectives on how this landscape affects them, their lives, and

Amsonia, or bluestars, are a rugged, versatile, and endlessly garden-worthy genus that deserve a place in any home garden. Without exception, bluestars are long -lived and provide multiple seasons of interest from their blue flowers in April and May, to their beautiful foliar textures in the summer, and striking golden color in the autumn. In addition to being exemplary garden plants, Amsonia support a variety of early season pollinators, including bumble bees and hummingbirds, and are even host plants for several butterflies and moths. Sam Hoadley, Mt. Cuba’s manager of horticultural research, will be your guide through the trials, sharing

Designed to showcase Lansdowne’s ongoing commitment to the arts, the Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 50+ juried artists, performances, demonstrations, activities for the kids, food trucks and a beer garden. Founded in 2003 by the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, the festival now celebrates 21 years of showcasing art and crafts in Delaware County. The 21st anniversary event is scheduled for Sunday, October 20th, 2024, from 12pm-6pm. The festival is free to the public. A special thanks to this year’s funders: The Borough of Lansdowne, SAMA department Store, Astound Broadband, BRE Presents, YMCA, Comcast, Conshohocken Brewing Company, Renewal

Come join our fun knitting class for adults who are just starting out - we'll have a blast learning together!

Join us at the Great Marsh Institute for a guided walk through the forests and roadside wetlands. **This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider giving an amount of your choice at checkout* Meet at in the upper parking lot (we'll put out signage!) After a brief introduction, we'll hit the trails. GMI is a small non-profit aiming to expand programming and stewardship programs. Trails are challenging in elevation and not well marked, so for this event, it will be best to stay with a the group.

Art- and Action-Based Lesson Plans for Climate Justice in LenapehokingThe summer of 2024 has been the hottest on record, and it’s going to get even hotter. Your students know that the planet is heating up, and they deserve to be prepared for our region’s changing climate future. Join Mural Arts Philadelphia for “Getting to the Roots,” a workshop that introduces six art- and action-based lesson plans for 8th graders in alignment with Pennsylvania science and language arts standards.Attend ONE of our fall / winter 2024 sessions to receive print-outs of lesson plan materials, including a copy of the mural and

Help engage the community this election year by writing letters.Join longtime Weavers Way Co-op member and local artist, Mindy Flexer for "Vote Forward’s" letter writing party her art studio. Why participate in a letter writing party? Letter writing is more fun with friends, and in a year we need all community members engaged and ready to vote, this is a fun way to reach a lot of voters. Supplies will be provided but if you wanted to bring along extra paper, envelopes or stamps to share it would be greatly apprecaited. This in person event will be hosted on 10/20

Weekly walking group to promote healthy habitsWalk PHL is a Philadelphia Health Department program focused on getting people walking on a regular basis. Meet at the Tree house. Join our staff for a nature walk to focus on being active and exploring the surrounding natural areas. There a Small parking lot by the center you can park at for easier access. Please register using Eventbrite or by emailing us at WEC@Phila.gov

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 4-week series: 10/21 – 11/116:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.The location of Monday evening Mindful Yoga classes will be

Join us for Grief Medicine, a healing space to honor our losses and find comfort in community support.

We will do an experiment on leaves to be able to see their pigment, and take a walk to learn to ID trees and their leaves.We will do an experiment on leaves to be able to see their pigment, and take a walk to learn to ID trees and their leaves. We will also make a tree and leaf guide with rubbings that we make from leaves we gather.

Learn about the facets of Just Transition, key challenges, and opportunities, with insights from the Scottish Just Transition Commission.Boxed lunches will be available to go following the talk!There is growing consensus that responses to the climate crisis must be embedded in justice thinking, and that mitigation and adaptation approaches should not create new or entrench old injustices. Just Transitions has emerged in response.According to the International Labour Organization, Just Transition refers to greening the economy in a way that is as fair and inclusive as possible to everyone concerned, creating decent work opportunities and leaving no one behind. Its manifestations

Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – NOVEMBER 13Golf Cart Garden Tours11:00 – 11:45 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffExplore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who are not able to enjoy the beauty of the gardens due to the sloping terrain. This guided tour will feature seasonal garden highlights, a behind-the-scenes visit to the apiary and research nursery, and history of the property, including a drive-by view of the Jenkins and Browning Houses.Tour topics and route will be the same each week. Limited spots available—only

Join SBN for an enlightening training session on voter engagement for businesses on October 23, 2024, from 5:30-7pm via Zoom. This training is being held as part of The Business of Civic Engagement, a partnership between the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, Committee of Seventy, and B Local Philadelphia. In this session, we will share key insights on the November 2024 election and provide businesses with tools to engage their staff and communities in local elections. The Committee of Seventy will lead an educational session on the 2024 General Election ballot, critical election deadlines, and best practices for businesses

Come join Tiernan for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to throw miniature ceramics on the wheel!Miniature Ceramics on the WheelMeets on Wednesday October 23rd and Wednesday October 30th from 5:30 - 8:30 pmUnlock your creativity in our hands-on Miniature Wheel Throwing Ceramics class! Designed for both beginners and seasoned potters, this two-session course focuses on the art of crafting small-scale pottery on a mini wheel. Over the course of two sessions, you’ll learn essential wheel-throwing techniques tailored to working on a miniature scale.In session one you'll learn the basics of wheel operation, clay preparation, and essential techniques for

From Gore-Tex to do-it-yourself kits, hear how synthetic fibers have transformed the outdoor industry.Join us in person or online as historian Rachel Gross, author of Shopping All the Way to the Woods: How the Outdoor Industry Sold Nature to America, examines how our changing ideas about nature, commerce, and self-identity have shaped the outdoor goods market into a booming, multi-billion-dollar industry.Gore-Tex and Do-It-Yourself Kits: How Synthetic Fibers Transformed the Outdoor IndustryOutdoorspeople flipping through the pages of popular magazines such as Backpacker or Field and Stream in the late 1970s would have seen page after page referencing a revolution in materials.

Faith and Civic EngagementCommunity Gatherings serve as a place for our members (and our wider network) to connect with each other, learn about the state of the environment here in Pennsylvania, receive updates on our work, and meet in regional cohorts. Join us from 7PM-8:30PM. We will have an hour of programming followed by 30 minutes for regional breakouts moderated by PA IPL team members.This month, we will discuss how faith calls us to be civically engaged. How can we start to make changes by asking questions about our community? Given our mutual interdependence, how do our faiths call us

Empowerment. Education. Engagement.Join us for an impactful evening at the Engage and Empower Town Hall, hosted by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Pennsylvania Chapter in partnership with Pyramid Temple No. 1. This interactive discussion aims to foster community engagement, promote education, and empower individuals to make informed decisions about the future.Moderated by Thera Martin, an esteemed journalist and communications expert, this town hall will feature a dynamic panel of leaders and changemakers from various sectors, sharing insights on the importance of civic engagement, accountability, and political involvement.Confirmed Panelists Include:Rep. Morgan Cephas – 191st Legislative District, PA House of

Women In Transition's 8th Annual Amplifying Our Voices: Empowerment through Poetry and Community.We are excited to provide a platform to share the talents of four local poets and to provide time at the end of the evening for you, the attendee, to share your talents through the open mic portion of the evening (limited to two minutes per participant). After registering for the event here, please indicate your interest in the open mic portion by registering for the open mic: https://forms.office.com/r/KSHzM5WnEm

Make meaningful connections while helping refugees thrive into their local community!

Our Young Coyote Tracks programs offer 5 -7 year olds the opportunity to engage with Nature Connection practices in fun and meaningful ways.Our Young Coyote Tracks programs are drop-off programs offered to children aged 5 - 7 years old. Participants are then guided into the Natural World in a safe and exciting ways. Through sensory awareness activities, natural movement challenges, and 'survival skill' introductions - particpants are made more aware of, and lead to feel at home with, the Earth and her many children - rocky, rooted, finned, feathered, and furred!

Join Mural Arts Philadelphia in celebrating Tacony's newest mural!Join us on Thursday, October 24 at Russo Park Recreation Center, 7300 Torresdale Avenue as we dedicate Christa’s Mural. Redesigned by artist Cody Stuhltrager, this mural is dedicated to Christa Lewis, a beloved community member who tragically lost her life in 1996. Memorialized in several places in the local neighborhood, Christa’s Mural on the Russo Park Recreation Center is a memorial to her life as a St Hubert’s student, athlete, family member and beloved friend.Artist: Cody StuhltragerProject Manager: Barb BaurFunders: City of PhiladelphiaPartners: City Council Member Mike Driscoll’s officeThis event is free

The Craft Cove and STITCH AND DESTROY are showcasing artists working with reclaimed/reused/refuse materials for a curated show of work.STITCH AND DESTROY & The Craft Coven present: Garbage PatchThis curated show of work highlights local artists working with reclaimed and recyled materials. Come out to show your support of these innovative artists, while also highlighting the necessity to combat issues that contribute to global waste.Thanks to our sponsors at Otto Distilling located in South Philadelphia, and Jackie Nevin our resident cocktail specialist, we will have a complimentary rum mixed drink available. Arrive early to be sure you get one of

Join us for a special community dinner where we will show an ECS produced short film called “Philly Be Heard” about the importance of votingJoin us for a special community dinner where we will show an ECS produced short film called “Philly Be Heard” about the importance of voting, featuring members of our own community. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and informed! This dinner is open to everyone, and is completely free!

In collaboration with Jackson-Cor Media and other providers, we're excited to introduce NAMI Sharing Hope Community ConversationThis event will BE FILMED (Consent form provided upon attendance)In honor of Global Diversity and National Depression and Health Screening MonthThis event in collaboration with Mont Co Mental Health Providers aims to create a space for individuals of diverse communities, across cultures and professional spheres (community member, counselors, peer/recovery specialist, non-profits, etc.) to engage in dialogue surrounding various mental health stigmas and socio-cultural factors that affect the mental health of diverse community.Please join us for an enriching conversation!Will also Include:Round Table DiscussionDepression Screening OpportunitiesReflection

Come out and see a Mad Scientist’s peculiar and chilling science experiments.We will have your audience gasping and laughing at the Mad Scientist’s peculiar and chilling science experiments. All will have an evening of gruesome goodness and fun!

Explore the evolving role of murals in cities nationwide with experts, as they discuss their impact on public spaces and community transformMural Arts Philadelphia has a long history of investigating and realizing diverse facets of muralism while collaborating with Philadelphians to transform public space with works that beautify, inspire, and empower. Today, we see an increasing collection of murals in cities nationwide, some of which have looked to Philadelphia for inspiration, advice, and affirmation. What is the role of murals today? How are we shaping our current understanding of murals and their impact? Join us in a conversation with city

When schools are closed, nature is 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 the science lab, Discovery Center, and 365 acres of beautiful wooded trails, streams, and ponds at the Schuylkill Center.

Attend this walking tour to learn about our collection highlights with Arboretum Director, Claudia Kent.Did you know that we have over 10,000 accessioned trees on campus? Join Arboretum Director, Claudia Kent, for a walking tour exploring our collection. Along the way, Claudia will highlight some of her personal favorites and it should be a great time of year to catch the beginning of our autumnal foliage. Please wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. In case of inclement weather, this class will be canceled.

Join us to hear stories of resilience and hope from Palestinian refugees living in camps, showcasing their strength and determination.

Join us as we celebrate with Halloween around the campfire.Join us as we celebrate with Halloween with home-made cider, marshmallows, and s’mores around the campfire. Small prize for the best child and adult costume. All ages welcome! $5 donation.

Fall is here, and so too is our first poetry night of the season!It’s Fall Y’all! And we’re back with a new season of our monthly open mic offerings. October’s theme will be GROWTH, and we are looking forward to hearing and sharing pieces that align with change, healing, evolution, movement, and everything in between. Afterwards, we have a VERY exciting announcement to share that you don’t want to miss!!Complimentary beverages will be available to attendees, and we are asking all performers to prepare poetry inspired by this month’s theme!Important: Due to the intimate setting of the venue, seating is

Come share your stories of the late Maplewood Nutrition! It was a natural wellness staple for Germantown for 60ish years!A storytelling vigil of Maplewood Nutirition and hear whats next at the location. A Mic will be available for sharing, candles for lighting, warm beverages, and an Alter of photos, stories and other memorbelia for grieving.If you are not able to come but want to contribute, please send us photos, stories, or voice memos to connect@dgriot.coVisit dgriot.co to see what is going on at the old Maplewood Nutrition Location. Herbs, Art, and Events! d'griot, named after African Storytellers and Urban slang,

Halloween Campfire & Party. Adults & Families. Ages 6+. Registration Required. No Walk-ins. Costumes are NOT allowed for your safety.Walk through the spooky woods of Pennypack to a campfire with stories and songs, followed by crafts and light snacks & games for the whole family.Suggested for ages 6 & up. This can be a bit scary for the little ones.Costumes are NOT allowed for your safety.The walk through the woods is guided, but on uneven, rocky trails. However, the campfire area and Center are accessible.$5.00 per person. Payment is NOT accepted at the door!Spaces are limited and registration is required.

Support talented artists in the heart of Germantown at this interactive community art show! Join us on 4th Friday for Germantown Art & Sound for the 5-Year Anniversary of our kickback for local creatives with an art show highlighting local artists. Complete with complimentary wine, live music and a playlist that is uniquely curated by our guests, we deliver your Friday night vibes just right.   Event Details Tickets: Suggested donation of $10. Cash, cash app, venmo and card accepted at the door. Food & Drink: Complimentary wine and a food vendor will be available. This event is also BYOB.

Let's come together for a virtual Peace Conference to discuss ways to resolve the Israel and Palestine conflict.Welcome to the Peace Conference for Israel and Palestine Conflict!Join us on Octoner 26, 2024, for a groundbreaking online event dedicated to fostering lasting peace in one of the world's most complex regions. This conference brings together renowned experts, passionate activists, and dedicated peacemakers to explore innovative solutions and strategies for ending the Israel-Palestine conflict. Through open dialogue and collaborative efforts, we aim to build bridges of understanding and create a roadmap to a peaceful coexistence. This is your chance to be part

Learn how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project!With increasing storm intensity, are you discovering more water on your property than you can manage? In this course, you’ll learn how to calculate the rain runoff volume of impervious surfaces (roof, driveway, etc.) and how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project.The Lancaster Conservancy has protected over 10,000 acres of natural lands, which are critically important to supporting biodiversity. Smaller patches of native habitats spread throughout urban landscapes are also essential to creating corridors of habitat – food and refuge – for wildlife.

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Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club on a walk around the Morris, looking for fungi growing behind the scenes of the main garden display! We will explore the grounds for fungi growing in the garden beds and amongst the trees and discuss how to document and identify them. We'll also discuss the important roles these fungi might be playing in the overall health of the gardens. Leading the tour is Sam Bucciarelli, president of the club. Sam is an educator with a passion for ecology, especially as it pertains to fungi and the role they play in helping our ecosystems thrive.

Along with American history buffs, cycle tourists will enjoy this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.

Enjoy time at the farm with 165+ mini pet pigs! Live entertainment, Vegan Food, Piggy Paintings and, of course, Cuddling with Piglets!

Join us for a fall festival at the farm that includes guest speaker Malik Yakini as well as a resource fair with local providers.Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 26th from 11:00AM - 2:00PM at the farm for a FREE Fall Festival & Urban Growers Resource Fair!!There is something for the entire community!*Ruth Bennett Community Farm Tours*Pick pumpkins*Apple tasting & cider-making*Face painting*Bouquet makingFor Urban Food Producers & Beginning Farmers: Hear from local agencies and government official, and fellow growers! Experts will be there to provide information about accessing publicly available resources to expand your growing efforts. Do not our Featured

Come join us at the Black Farmers Market for some hands-on workshops for new growers!Welcome to the Black Farmers | New Grower Workshops! Join us at Freedom Greens + Gardens for a day of learning and networking with fellow black farmers. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your skills, these workshops are designed to help you towards your goal of independence and self sustainablity. Connect with experienced growers, gain valuable insights, and cultivate your passion for growing your own food. Don't miss this opportunity to grow your knowledge and community!

Come join us for a fun day of planting trees and snagging some freebies at our Fall Tree Planting & Giveaway event!Join North American Land Trust staff at our Fall Tree Planting & Giveaway event at Brinton Run Preserve! Join us on Sat, Oct 26, 2024 at 12:00 PM for a fun-filled day of planting trees and taking home your very own tree(s) to care for. This event is a great opportunity to give back to the environment and beautify our community. Don't miss out on this chance to make a positive impact and enjoy the beauty of nature. See

Learn how to transform a photo or drawing into a hand embroidery. All levels welcome and encouraged. All materials provided.Classes take place in studio 16 shd we will take time to stitch by the pier. Enjoy the pier concessions, visit the resident artists, and create your own original work of art.

Explore the differences between seeing and perceiving, as well as compositional strategies for memorable images .SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26Intentional Composition Through Photography1:00–4:00 PMRay Schneider, Freelance Photographer and Author of What the Photographer SeesPhotographers know that creating more interesting images requires perceiving your subject deeply and focusing on what makes it unique. Explore the differences between seeing and perceiving as instructor Ray Schneider shares compositional strategies for memorable images using a broad range of examples from his portfolio. Feedback will be provided on images from participants with ideas for how to possibly make each image stronger and even unforgettable.Some photography experience recommended.