Events

Join us for a fun morning of Silver Sneakers, where all-ages fitness meets nature and good vibes!Welcome to Silver Sneakers in the Park!Come join us at Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park for a fun-filled morning of fitness and community. Lace up your sneakers and get ready to move!Event Time: 10:30 - 11:30 AMSilver Sneakers is coming to Borski Park! This health and fitness program designed for adults 65+ (though all ages are welcome!) will include a variety of activities including chair yoga, stretches, strength and balance, and more to help older adults stay active and healthy.Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers

Learn about mammals of the Wissahickon, including common and not so common use. Take a walk to look for mammals and their signs.During this family-oriented program, we will use pelts and skulls to learn about the mammals that inhabit the Wissahickon, including some recently and rarely spotted ones. Take a walk to look for some common mammals and their signs. FREE.

Join us for Voter Information!Ahead of the May 19 primary election, we invite you to join us at St. Barnabas Community Resource Center for Voter Information Events on April 21 and 28 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Event attendees will be able to view a sample ballot, find their polling location, learn from a variety of educational resources, and participate in family-friendly activities.

Join us for yoga with instructor Alicia Atkinson, every Tuesday evening at uCity Square!Join instructor Alicia Atkinson every Tuesday for an outdoor yoga session! This class is open and free to all, and is accessible to all levels of yoga practice.When: Tuesdays in April, May and June from 5:15PM to 6:15PMWhere: uCity Square (outside on The Lawn or inside 3675 Market St.)Event location will depend on weather and you will receive location confirmation via email before the event!

Create handmade recycled paper- infused with flower petals and seeds!Learn how to create your own flower and seed-infused recycled paper.STITCH AND DESTROY owners, Haven and Corey, will teach you the basics of "dip mold" paper making in this hands-on workshop. Everyone will create their own unique paper infused with native wild-flower seeds and pretty petals! Please be aware that this process does involve water and is slightly messy. Paper will need a few hours to dry to safely take home- you will need to return to STITCH AND DESTROY to collect your paper.All levels are welcome! This is a beginner

Join us for an Artist Talk with artists from Brownin’ on Tuesday, April 28! The “Brownin’” Artist Talk with Zindzi Harley will feature Marcus Branch (@marcus.branch), Mikel Elam (@mikelartist), Akira Gordon  (@okayakiii) and Yannick Lowery (@severe.paper), in conversation with curator Zindzi Harley. This event offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into the work, creative process, and each artist’s perspective on what defines Black Beauty. From Zindzi Harley (@zindzilohan), the curator: “The exhibition resists singular narratives of Black identity, instead presenting a spectrum of aesthetic positions that challenge reduction, stereotype, and commodification. Collectively, these works affirm Black beauty as expansive, evolving,

Join us for a fun-filled workshop where you'll learn how to create your very own veggie and herb planter!Veggie & Herb PlanterCome join us at The Rhoads Garden for our Veggie & Herb Planter event! Learn how to create your very own container filled with delicious vegetables and aromatic herbs. Our expert gardeners will guide you through the process, from selecting the perfect plants to caring for them throughout the season. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone looking to add some green to their space. Don't miss out on this

Bestselling author, entrepreneur, producer, and pastor, Touré Roberts joins us for a special book signing.We KNOW where you need to be on April 28th!Join us as we welcome bestselling author, entrepreneur and co-pastor of The Potter's House of Dallas, Touré Roberts to celebrate the release of his latest book, Knowing: The Journey to Certainty in an Uncertain World.This is your chance to meet Touré and get your book signed!Each ticket comes with a copy of Knowing.See you in Germantown!--------About the author:Touré Roberts is a globally respected thought leader at the intersection of faith, business, innovation, and impact. As a bestselling

Spring is a season of change. Join us for a weekly walk to see what’s new in the landscape!Spring is a season of change. Join us for a weekly walk to see what’s new in the landscape!Wednesdays 9am – 10am

WHYY’s Studio 2 invites you to a live, in-person debate featuring the leading Democratic candidates in the race for Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District. This special broadcast event offers a front-row seat to one of the region’s most competitive and closely watched primary contests. Moderated by Studio 2 co-hosts Avi Wolfman-Arent and Cherri Gregg, the debate will feature State Rep. Chris Rabb, Dr. Ala Stanford, and State Sen. Sharif Street. Candidates will present their policy objectives and be pressed about their thoughts on the issues most important to voters. As the May 19th primary approaches, the stakes are high in the

Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra Natural Area of the park during lunchtime ! All levels of birders welcome. Enjoy a guided bird walk in the Andorra section of the Park during lunchtime. It is spring migration season, and various species will be arriving throughout the next few months. Walks vary in length from 1.5 hrs to 2 hrs. Wooded trails, Andorra Meadow, Harper's Meadow and Forbidden Drive are the areas we explore.

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 8–JUNE 24Wednesday Walkabouts1:00–2:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesday afternoons this spring for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week’s tour will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and seasonal landscape. Topics may include spring wildflowers, flowering trees, our Rhododendron collection, native plants, Jenkins’ history, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Groups of five or more are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

UnOrthodox Yoga has landed at it's final location at Borski Park. All ages, gentle flow class led by local instructor, Violet Vines.

Get the buzz on why bees swarm and what that crazy cloud really means for your backyard hive!Follow the Buzz - Where Honeybees Go and Why It Matters? Join Sarah Humes, owner of a local bee keeping company, to learn more about honey bees and their colonies. Swarms are colonies of bees looking for a new home. Without a beekeeper, fewer than 1 in 4 bee colonies survive. She will talk about honeybee swarming and what does that mean? What if honeybees get into your home? What you can do for the bees in your yard? She will also have

Meeting at Harper’s Meadow Spring inspires us to step outdoors! What do you notice? The budding of the spring wildflowers, the scent of fresh rain, the feel of the earth beneath your feet? Do you want to learn how to become more intentional about your observations? This program invites you to tune into the richness of the natural world, igniting your senses in ways that foster a deeper connection to Mother Earth. Bring a chair and a tool of choice—a camera; a writing pen; or drawing pencils and a kneaded eraser. Whether you’re a beginner or someone who’s always enjoyed

Raised beds and raised awareness! Volunteer to build the new learning and market garden at the new county park in Southeast DelCo.Volunteer to build DelCo's newest garden.Join us for a hands-on volunteer day as we build a new garden at the county park in support of our two emerging programs, Grow and Walk Delco and Gardeners Without Borders. Together, we will construct raised garden beds that will serve as both an educational learning garden for community members and a youth-supported market garden producing fresh, locally grown food for the farmers market.Volunteers will help assemble garden beds and prepare them for

Join us as we kick off the Hill-Physick House Spring Plant Sale!Enjoy drinks and nibbles with first access to the handpicked herbs, house plants, annuals, perennials, and hanging baskets.If you are unable to make it to the kick off party, be sure to come to the plant sale on Friday, May 1st (10AM-5PM) and Saturday, May 2nd (10AM-4PM) at the Hill-Physick House.

Join us for an evening of education, connection, and holistic wellness centered around the power of natural healing.n this session, we’ll explore the benefits of black seed oil, gut health, and simple ways to support your body through nutrition and lifestyle.Led by David Stouder, National Natural Health Educator, this interactive experience is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of plant-based wellness and natural remedies. What to expect:Insight into black seed oil and its health benefitsGut health education and practical wellness tipsLive Q&A with a wellness expertHealthy food samplingRaffles + giveawaysOpportunities for wholesale connections (for businesses)Whether you're just beginning

Got unwanted jeweler’s stones or deadstock? Looking for stones, tools, or displays? Or do you want to meet other jewelry makers in Philadelphia? Join us on Thursday, April 30th, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm in this open-to-the-public Jeweler to Jeweler event at NextFab! This is an opportunity to meet new friends, see the NextFab jewelry studio, and buy, sell, and trade stones, tools, and/or displays. Come as you are with or without goodies – you may leave with some new treasures! Light refreshments will be served.  Bring what you have, swap for new to you goodies, or just shop! Meet

Attend this virtual session to discuss container gardening with horticulturist Mitch Roberge!Container gardening is an easy, versatile way to exercise your green thumb, even if you don’t have much space. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just getting started, horticulturist and artist Mitch Roberge will let you in on the secrets to help your containers flourish and provide visual beauty. In this class, Mitch will provide information on container selection – soil options, and of course, plant suggestions that will look great in spring. Consider grouping pots and then change them as they continue to bloom or go out

Fix your fave knits with style at our fun, hands-on visible mending workshop.Darn it! Visible Mending for Knitwear WorkshopJoin us for a hands-on visible mending workshop with textile artist Siena Faughnan. You will learn the simple and satisfying art of darning to repair holes and reinforce worn areas in your favorite socks, scarves, and sweaters. In this cozy, beginner-friendly class, we’ll cover the basic stitching and weaving techniques using simple tools like needles, thread, and yarn, empowering you to extend the life of your clothes while adding a personal touch. By the end of the workshop you'll have the skills

Spring Volunteer Opportunities!Join us on Fridays for a morning of stewardship along the Riverfront North Greenway! Our Friday volunteer series rotates between Pennypack on the Delaware and Lardner’s Point Park, giving you the chance to support the park nearest you—or discover a new favorite spot. We can’t wait to see you out there!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian with them during the volunteer event.

Practice observation and nature identification in the Wagner's Teaching Garden!The Wagner's Teaching Garden is our most valuable classroom. Not only is our green space full of pollinator gardens, but it is also a certified Wildlife Habitat, Bird Habitat, and Monarch Waystation—our milkweed plants provide valuable nutrients for Monarch butterflies during their cross continental migration.Beginning Friday, April 10th, the Wagner Teaching Garden will be open for independent educational exploration every Friday from 1 - 3:00pm.Visitors of all ages may borrow hand lenses for close observation of our urban ecosystem, use nature guides to help identify the different animals, trees, and rocks

Want to bike safely around Philly? Curious about how to use an Indego bike? Join the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia to learn how!

Join your neighborhood service providers for a springtime celebration of our community! Free groceries, books, and resources for all ages!APM, HACE, Impact Services, and NKCDC welcome you to May and our Community Resource Fair at Fairhill Square Park! We are bringing service providers from across the city to share resources and giveaways with you. There will be folks out from city departments, community groups, youth programs, and many more! We will also have free refreshments and DJ music for everyone to enjoy. We hope you will join us for this celebration. Let's build a strong community together!

Curious about birding but not sure where to start? Join us for an engaging introduction focused on the birds and habitats of Roxborough andCurious about birding but not sure where to start? Join us for an engaging introduction focused on the birds and habitats of Roxborough and nearby areas. Presented by birding expert, Wissahickon Environmental Center supervisor, and Roxborough resident, Tony Croasdale.We’ll cover the basics of bird identification, where to go locally, and what to look for during the peak of spring migration.What You’ll Learn:How to get started with birdingCommon local birds and habitatsTips for identifying birds during migration

Attend a foraging walk with Philadelphia Mycology Club's founder Bethany Teigen.Join us for a casual stroll around campus hunting for mushrooms! Bethany Teigen, founder of the Philadelphia Mycology Club, will lead the way teaching participants how to properly forage for mushrooms. This class is intended for beginners and will include a general introduction to the fungal kingdom and identification information on each specimen found. Please remember to wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.

Buy, design, and make silk flowers from recycled textiles and leave with your own fascinator, floral brooch, flower crown, bouquet, and moreSpecial guest teaching artist Jamie Campbell will demonstrate and guide participants through original construction using recycled textiles, beading, and deconstructed jewely. Jamie created large scale sculptures and instablation work in the gallery at Cherry Street Pier during Phantastic Phibers. She has taught several workshops in Studio 16 including creating bats, light up jellyfish, felting fairiies,, and Delaware River Monsters. She exhibited a participatory installation in "Weaving on the Waterfront" in 2025 on the Terrace Gallery on Cherry Street Pier.

Join Getting to Green artists on First Friday to see photos, videos and project documentation from the project's last few years.Getting to Green: Routes to Roots is a multi-disciplinary public art project in Philadelphia that encourages residents to explore the city’s green spaces through public transit, promoting the discovery and rediscovery of these areas along how to access them.Join Getting to Green artists on First Friday to see photos, videos and project documentation from the project's last few years. Learn about some favorite routes and park highlights! There will be a map giveaway and some new swag to pick up!Learn

Get ready to sip, create, and dive into the stories of The Philadelphia Ten in this fun art history session!Art History, Create, and Sip: The Philadelphia TenJoin us at Cherry Street Pier on May 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time) for a fun evening exploring the amazing story of The Philadelphia Ten, an all female artist group from the early 1900's. Sip a drink while getting creative and diving into art history with fellow art lovers. Whether you're an artist or just curious, this chill event is perfect for mixing inspiration and good vibes. Don’t miss out on this

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

The 2026 season is here!Join us for the Opening day of our Farmer's Market Season! Enjoy your usual market favorites with amazing vendors and a welcoming community atmosphere!

Join us every Saturday at 10:30am for flow by the river, enjoy good vibes while we move our bodies! Bring your SPF and yoga mat!Community & donation based yoga at the Schuylkill River banks, 25th & Locust. Same teachers, same hearts!Donation based class. Your donations support our teachers, this program and your friends at the SRDC (Schuylkill River Development Corporation).Please bring your own mat or anything to lay and practice on the grass. Also bring your own water and sunscreen. We suggest a hat and sunglasses as there's not much shade on the grassy area.This is an all levels practice

A special guided interpretation of the 1815 engineering marvel that so impressed Lafayette on his Philadelphia visit in 1824 and 1825.Marquis de Lafayette was a French aristocrat who traveled to America and defied his own king to fight in the American Revolution against Great Britain. Lafayette was 19 when he first came to America in 1777 to fight for its freedom. When he returned in August 1824 for his farewell tour he was 67. The tour, originally intended to last four months, triggered such intense public enthusiasm that Lafayette stayed for thirteen months and traveled to all 24 states. At

Ariel Monroe with Delta E.M. Wellness will lead a relaxing and renewing Guided Meditation and Sound Bath at d'griot.Ariel Monroe with Delta E.M. Wellness will lead a Guided Meditation and Sound Bath at d'griot. Guests are invited to bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket, eye mask, journal for a relaxing Collective Spring Deep RESET.Sound Bath benefits include: Reduced tension, pain, anxiety, distress, decreased cortisol.More calm, peace and relaxed, better sleep, greater sense of connection inside and interpersonally, practice slowness, gentle resistance and listening, increased peristalsis, better digestion, improved intuition.

Meeting at Mt. Airy Trailhead Kiosk (see map here) *This hike was originally scheduled for March 14* Join Trail Ambassadors Doug Gibson, Courtney Malley, Jill Curatolo, and Peter Curatolo for a leisurely, family-friendly loop hike in the Wissahickon, paced to the age and abilities of participants. Starting at the Mt. Airy Trailhead, we’ll head toward Frog Pond to talk about stormwater management and how frogs survive the winter through brumation. We’ll continue along the White Trail to Kitchen’s Lane, with stops to share the history of the mill, bridge, and surrounding landscape. The hike will also pass through the Monastery

Get ready to shake off the winter blues and welcome the sunny vibes with good friends and fresh fun!

The Germantown Residents For Economic Alternatives will demonstrate various ways to grow food, prepare meals at home and more!!!

Join us in the heart of our West Philly studio for an intimate workshop to learn how to mend your clothing yourself.

Join TCDC’s Corridor Manager, Amarynth for a Walking History Tour focused on “The Town Before the Company: Pre-Disston Family Tacony.”Join TCDC’s Corridor Manager, Amarynth for a Walking History Tour focused on “The Town Before the Company: Pre-Disston Family Tacony.” The group will meet at the parking lot at the K&T Trailhead along Princeton Ave. The rain date for this event is Saturday, May 9 from 12-2PM.

Learn skills for bird identification at this First Saturday Open House!MAY FIRST SATURDAY OPEN HOUSEGo Birds!Birdwatching requires a combination of skills: a watchful eye, a patient demeanor, and a working knowledge on what local birds look like, sound like, and where you might best find them. At this First Saturday Open House, be an ornithologist by practicing your bird watching skills in the Wagner’s Teaching Garden. Visitors can imitate bird calls and learn tips on how to accurately identify our flying friends. This is a perfect opportunity for folks to freshen up on their ornithology knowledge in preparation for Global

Kids Club 6 years old and up. Please only sign your child up for 1 session.Please arrive no more than 5 minutes early.Kids Club art class is a 1 hour and 15 minute art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 12:30pm-1:45pmWe'll be making metallic drawings, using markers, foil, and glue.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with

A walking tour through our historic neighborhoodPhiladelphia is a city of neighborhoods and as we celebrate the US 250 come find out more about North Fairmount.In the decades after the American Revolution, Philadelphia was at the forefront of the creation of new institutions such as schools, charities, and reform societies to address social problems and promote civic virtue in the young nation. Many of these would ultimately find a home in Fairmount. On this walking tour from Girard College to Eastern State Penitentiary, we will explore some of many institutions that are part of our neighborhood's history.In 1821, when what

Welcome back to the reopening season of Borski Park! Enjoy a fun filled day on the waterfront for the whole family. Food Trucks, Vendors!Welcome back to the park, folks! Join us for the BORSKI BASH- WELCOME BACK TO THE PARK event at Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park on May 2, 2026 at 1:00 PM (Eastern Time). Let's celebrate together with music, food, and games. Don't miss out on the fun!

A panel discussion exploring the growing impact of flooding in our region and beyondJoin us at Newlin Grist Mill for a panel discussion moderated by Washington Post Associate Editor Frances Stead Sellers, exploring the growing impact of flooding in our region and beyond. Climate and water experts will examine the causes, consequences, and solutions using Newlin Grist Mill as a case study of what is happening in backyards, basements, and community spaces nationwide.The event will be held in the Log Cabin at Newlin Grist Mill. Light refreshments and reception to follow.