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

Come listen to stories with guest storytellers, crafts, activities, and space for the whole family to gather. led by KokuRoko Learning Co-opBring the whole family to enjoy tales representing black and brown peoples, play, and foster community. Led by Koku-Roko Learning Co-op, in we gather like-minded families; easing the load of parenting and offering a curious space to explore.More about Koku-RokoKoku-Roko is a Black and brown-led co-operative space for cultural enrichment and liberated learning. We curate child-centered and family-encouraged educational experiences to support the development of creative continuous learners and conscious critical thinkers.

Immerse yourself in classical music with the forest as a visual inspirationSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music2:30–3:30 PMMusicians: Haerim Oh and Jonathan OkseniukViolinists from the Studio of Midori will perform with the forest as visual inspiration. A musician meet-and-greet will follow. This concert is a collaboration between Allegro Music Consultants and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens.Members: $30 | Non-Members: $35

Join Uncle Bobbie's as we welcome activist and writer, Mike Africa Jr. to discuss his book, "On A Move"May 13, 1985 - a city bombed it's own people.Join us for an important discussion with with activist and writer whose family was targeted in the MOVE bombings, Mike Africa Jr. Mike is the author of, On A Move: Philadelphia's Notorious Bombing and a Native Son's Lifelong Battle for Justice.He will be in conversation with our own Marc Lamont Hill to discuss the book, and his incredible journey since the bombing almost 40 years ago. You do not want to miss this

Join Trellis for Tomorrow for an afternoon of volunteering at Lundale Farm in Pottstown!Join Trellis for Tomorrow for an afternoon of volunteering at Lundale Farm! With the growing season waning, it's time for us to prepare our greenhouse, garden space, and educational zone for the winter. Together, we will take down our seasonal canopy and complete any final harvesting before putting the garden to rest.Please wear seasonally appropriate clothing and close-toed shoes. Snacks and drinks provided. There is a portable toilet on site.

Join us for a hands-on class with Haverfarm Manager, Cassandra Brown.Mulching is an essential part of winter garden preparation. Mulching protects the soil from erosion and compaction due to winter weather and weed growth. Learn about different mulching methods and other winter preparation tips by attending this Haverfarm class. There will be an active mulching component, so please come dressed to dive into the mulch!

Join us for a cozy four-week poetry class inspired by the nature of the season of the sticks led by Courtney Hunter Stangler.

Join NextFab member and expert Matt Blackburn in North Philly as he shares insights from Blackburn Furniture where everything is made using traditional woodworking techniques including woodturning and carving. He specializes in built-to-order furniture from museum-quality reproductions to custom designs. Matt will be sharing some of his techniques through exciting demos to demystify the process – save your seat here! Preregistration is not required, but encouraged! 

Come hang out at our Open Studio event with The Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia - let's create some awesome art together!"Open Studio," with The Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia Come join us at Tacony LAB Community Arts Center for an exciting event hosted by The Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia. Our "Open Studio" event welcomes individuals of all abilities to come together and celebrate creativity. Whether you're an artist, art enthusiast, or just looking for a fun time, this event is for you! Connect with fellow artists, explore different art mediums, and unleash your imagination in a supportive environment.

Join us for a deep dive into how our bodies interact with food, exploring the concept of Koshas through yoga and nutrition.Yoga of Nutrition and Food - in a welcoming, supportive group webinar, learn how Yoga movement, breathing, and mental patterns intersect with nutrition and health. With Yoga philosophy lessons, practice exercises, and option at home self study assessments, there's something for everyone here.In the introductory session to this series Dan will offer a Yoga philosophy concept as a new way to look at the human body. Dan will lead the group in discussion around diets vs whole nutrition and

What is the Indigenous tribe's connection to the Continental Army's encampment at Valley Forge? A Oneida historian explains.Heather Bruegl is an Oneida Nation of Wisconsin citizen and first-line descendent Stockbridge Munsee. She is a graduate of Madonna University in Michigan and holds a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in U.S. History. Her research comprises numerous topics related to American history, legacies of colonization and Indigeneity, the history of American Boarding Schools, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Heather has presented her work at academic institutions, including the University of Michigan, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Bard College, Vassar College,

Join us for a networking breakfast and circular economy conversation.Sustainability professionals, TRUE Advisors, LEED professionals, TRUE Advisors in training, and zero waste enthusiasts are invited to join TRUE staff for a networking breakfast and circular economy conversation. The TRUE team will share a few milestones of the program and a glimpse of the future of TRUE certification.Join us at 7:30 AM EDT in Room 113C on Wednesday, November 13th to meet other sustainability professionals and enjoy a light breakfast prior to the keynote. All are welcome to attend.We look forward to meeting you in Philadephia!Inquiries or questions should be directed

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This grad workshop brings together scholars examining the complex relationship between media, digital platforms, and political expression.Join us for another graduate student workshop, Paradoxical Media: Freedom of Speech and Electoral Politics. This workshop brings together scholars examining the complex relationship between media, digital platforms, and political expression. It delves into how modern media technologies affect freedom of expression, public discourse, and electoral processes. The presentations provide critical insights into the paradoxes of media-driven democratization, particularly through social media and artificial intelligence, which both expand and limit the public's engagement with democratic ideals.**Papers will be sent immediately after registration.Presenter Bios:B. Tyler

Join us for the unveiling of SDG 12, where we'll discuss sustainable consumption and production in a fun and interactive way!SDG 12 UnveilingWelcome to the SDG 12 Unveiling event! Join us at the Connelly Center for an exciting unveiling of initiatives related to Sustainable Development Goal 12. Be a part of this impactful event where we will reveal innovative solutions to promote responsible consumption and production. Let's come together to create a more sustainable future for all. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired and make a difference! See you there!Villanova’s main campus access is located at Lancaster

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Our third annual Countdown to the 250th, showcasing seven diverse Philadelphia neighborhoods.The excitement is building, with this year’s 2024 Countdown to the 250th ‒ “Neighborhood Edition,” featuring a selection of 7 Philadelphia neighborhood hubs, each with their distinctive cultural and business amenities representing our city’s diversity of attributes and momentum towards the future. The featured neighborhoods include Northeast Philly, Northwest Philly, North Philly, Center City, West Philly, Southwest Philly, and South Philly.Countdown guests will enjoy a festive evening “touring” these selected neighborhoods while enjoying local culinary and pastry delights, and musical entertainment. The evening will include our annual VIP networking

Historian Nayan Shah explores the visceral ways that hunger strikes communicate through media and political movements.Wolf Humanities Center • University of Pennsylvania2024–2025 FORUM ON KEYWORDSThe Paradox of Hunger StrikesThe talk considers the keyword "hunger strike" and the historical, social, and political conditions that motivate the rise and transformations of this puzzling and persistent bodily defiance in the 20th and 21st centuries. Investigating contexts from South Africa, India, Ireland, the United States, and Iran, historian Nayan Shah explores the visceral ways that hunger striking communicates through media and political movements, and how it can turn a personal agony into a call

Join us for a chill event where small business owners share their stories and showcase their products - it's gonna be lit!Welcome to the Small Business Panel and Showcase event! Join us at Crafty Soul for an exciting day filled with networking, learning, and inspiration. Our panel of successful small business owners will share their insights and experiences to help you grow your own business. Don't miss the opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, discover new products and services at the showcase, and gain valuable knowledge to take your business to the next level. Get ready to be inspired and

Join USGBC California for a California Happy Hour at Greenbuild that will be one for the books!Last year, you joined our overflowing USGBC-LA event...now we're just that much better as a statewide organization, USGBC California! Represent that the West Coast is the best coast as you mix with both new and old friends from all the California green building communities.What have you learned so far? Who have you met? Where is the best after-party? Bring all your questions, insights, and friends!Greenbuild hosts the largest annual event for green building professionals worldwide where attendees learn and source solutions to improve resilience,

Join Sunghee Kim of Hundred Fruit Farm for a kimchi workshop! We will use local produce to create this delicious Korean dish.Using the freshest local produce (included in ticket price), Sunghee Kim will teach us how to make kimchi at the Plumsteadville Grange! All produce will be provide.Please bring:A large bowlCutting boardSharp knifeQuart jar with lid

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ELA Regenerative Solutions for Resilient Landscapes ConferenceThursday, November 14, 8:00am-4:00pm easternDelaware Center for Horticulture1810 N Dupont StreetWilmington, DE 19806This will be a hybrid event with a virtual option for participationCEU's: This program has been approved for 3 LA CES credits and 4 AOLCP credits. Additional credits will be posted here.Delving into the meaning of our conference title, this conference features expert speakers on the subjects of designing, installing, maintaining, researching, and experiencing regenerative and/or resilient landscapes in the context of ecological functionality in the age of climate change.Speakers include:Kesha Braunskill – USDA Forest ServiceKesha Braunskill serves as an Urban and

The Independence Historical Trust has developed a blueprint presenting a shift within Philly from vehicular to pedestrian centricity.With its project partners, the Independence Historical Trust has developed a physical blueprint for the City’s historical area. This Vision Framework was intended to be a starting point from which additional stakeholders, new perspectives, and revolutionary ideas can contribute to connecting and further activating historical Philadelphia. With an appetite for incorporating new strategies, the Vision Framework presumes one set of constant foundational elements to include collaboration amongst two or more historically oriented organizations, a shift within the area from vehicular to pedestrian centricity

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!

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

This annual public lecture celebrates the positive role that the chemical and molecular sciences play in our lives.The 2024 Ullyot Public Affairs Lecture will be presented by Omar Yaghi, James and Neeltje Tretter Chair Professor of Chemistry, University of California, Berkeley.Endowed in 1990 by chemist Glenn Edgar Ullyot, this annual lecture seeks to emphasize to the general public the positive role the chemical and molecular sciences play in our daily lives. It is organized jointly with the Department of Chemistry and the Department of History and Sociology of Science at the University of Pennsylvania; the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Join us for a special Women’s Jewelry Association Open House in the Jewelry Studio at NextFab! What is the WJA? The Women’s Jewelry Association offers membership to a diverse group of working professionals in the jewelry industry including business owners, jewelry designers, retail associates, merchant buyers, watchmakers, and more! Their mission is to create and maintain a local forum to help peers develop personally and professionally by hosting networking and educational events throughout the year. If you are looking to make business connections, network about the jewelry industry, or get more details about what being a WJA member can bring to you,

Join us for the Reception for 'The Voice of The People' at InLiquid Gallery in conjunction with the Crane Arts Building's 2nd Thursday! The Voice of the People is a juried open-call exhibition featuring 12 InLiquid Member Artists. This exhibition invited current InLiquid artist members to submit works that explore American Politics. Each artist brings a unique artistic perspective on the political choices we make, the systems we exist within, and portrayed security within our political environment.

This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.Speak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from [email protected].

Use a telescope to see into space, then listen for owlsWe will set up a telescope to view the moon, stars and planets. Then take a quite walk to listen for owls.

A solo exhibition by Roberta Tucci, inviting viewers into a vibrant world where the natural and celestial collide.Chimaera Gallery presents EARTH&SKY, a solo exhibition by Roberta Tucci, inviting viewers into a vibrant world where the natural and celestial collide in a consonance of color and form. Known for her abstract interpretations of the world around her, Tucci’s acrylic paintings draw inspiration from her deep, meditative connection to the outdoors. This collection captures the dualities of nature — the solidity of the earth and the expansiveness of the sky — through a body of work that spans large and small canvases,

Attend this virtual session to discuss The Arbornaut by Meg Lowman with the Arboretum supporters.Join us to discuss The Arbornaut: A Life Discovering the Eighth Continent in the Trees Above Us by Meg Lowman. Meg Lowman is a planet advocate and one of the world's first tree-top scientists. Her book discusses her story and launches readers into the world of the tree canopy. In this book club session, we will discuss our perspectives on the book, and reading it prior is suggested.The event link will be emailed to participants in the confirmation email generated from program registration.

Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16Photo Walk9:00–11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season while learning about photography. An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for a small group session. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot.Participants can use any kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs. Be sure to have a fully charged battery and storage space to shoot freely.Rain date: Sunday, 11/17Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, Sep 21, Oct 19, and Nov 16

Learn how to observe nature through the lens of a habitat steward, and learn how to ID invasive species.What native species are supporting wildlife, and which introduced plant species require human action to restore the land for optimal ecological function? What methods does a habitat steward use to remove introduced plants? Students will receive the latest edition Invasive Plants of the Mid-Atlantic Field Guide.All stewarding tools provided. Participants are responsible to provide their own sturdy shoes, attire for mildly strenuous outdoor work, sun/bug protection, and refillable water bottle. You are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the

Enjoy a walk around Andorra Meadow to enjoy the ripening Crabapples and the birds that feast on them.Enjoy a walk around Andorra Meadow to enjoy the ripening Crabapples and the birds that feast on them. Binoculars are available. Afterwards, join us for fresh apple cider at the Tree House. Please register on Eventbrite.

Join us at Kimberton Waldorf School and discover the magic of our Early Childhood program, which preserves the important elements of childhood while meeting children's physical, social, and emotional needs. Our campus sits on over 400 acres of rolling pasture, meadows, and woodlands in northern Chester County. Utilizing the surrounding natural resources, including a forest classroom and garden, the curriculum lays the foundations for inquiry, literacy, critical thinking, and traditional academics in the elementary grades. Register and learn more at kimberton.org/admission-events/ We'll see you there!

Learn how to gather free medicine and food from many of Philly's wild plants with the wise and wonderful Lady Danni. Lady Danni (she/her/crone) calls herself a good lady forager. She is a crafter of herbals helping people reconnect with the healing power of nature and explores the edible and medicinal qualities of the "plants formerly known as weeds." She hosts urban foraging tours in Philadelphia, often as part of Wild Foodies of Philly, and she is an advocate for urban green spaces, community gardens and land sovereignty. She, along with seven other farmers and urban gardeners comprise the Painted

Death through the camera lens. Take our photo process quiz & win a prize! Plus, a tintype demo by award-winning photographer Vanity Tintype!Photography and overgrown cemeteries go together like peanut butter and jelly! Our Photography and Memory tour focuses on the various ways photography has been used to memorialize the dead and to a degree hault the passage of time. If you're a photographer or photo enthusiast this is the tour for you!!Shutterbugs of all ages and skill sets are welcome to attend this event. We'll be moving at a slower pace than usual so you will see - and

Join Moments Yoga and KC Personal Stylist for a morning of relaxation and style!Join Moments Yoga and KC Personal Stylist for a morning of relaxation and style!Begin with a 50-minute yoga flow that welcomes all levels. Focus on mindful movement and relaxation to help you unwind and cultivate openness. Simply give yourself a moment to breathe, move and simply be.Then, sip a mimosa as you enjoy a sustainable and preloved shopping experience. Shop a specially curated selection of quality, name-brand clothing and accessories. If you’re unsure how to style your finds or need some inspiration, our in-house secondhand stylist, Katie

Volunteer with UC Green to plant trees in West Philly on November 16!Join us for our annual Fall Tree Planting on November 16 @10 AMVolunteers please meet at 10AM to sign in and form groups, then disperse throughout West Philly to plant trees.Never planted a tree before? UC Green leaders will join each group for assistance.H elp us create a greener, healthier, happier West Philadelphia together!

This tour introduces concepts surrounding the value of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Explore the gardens and discuss the evolutionary and environmental phenomena behind concepts like forest bathing, mindfulness, stress recovery, and the biophilia hypothesis. Learn how elements of landscape design shape our emotional and behavioral experiences in nature. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

Along with American history buffs, cycle tourists will enjoy this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.LoST in Philadelphia National Historical Park- a Smart-guided Cycle TourAlong with American history buffs, cycle tourists will enjoy this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.The 3,500-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park is amazing to explore, especially on a bike tour! Visitors can peek into American history with General George Washington's headquarters and an encampment of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.This is also home to the National Memorial Arch, modeled after Rome's Arch of Titus.

Help us make homemade apple cider and enjoy cold or mulled cider! Join us around the campfire or in the building for our open house.Help us make homemade apple cider and enjoy cold or mulled cider! Join us around the campfire or in the building for our open house. FREE

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Turn your discarded plastic containers, bottles & more into upcycled earrings!Think twice before you trash! Extend the life of your discarded/found plastics by making them into fun & funky upcycled earrings!Join our host Elaine Hardman – local artist and longtime creative reuser – as she teaches this eco-conscious make & take, perfect for holiday gifts or an addition to your jewelry collection ✨What to bring (optional):Flexible plastic that can be cut with scissorsScissorsJeweler's pliersBeads***we will have some materials available, but can't guarantee enough for everyone

Join us for our first Knitathon! This 24 hour event focuses on fiber arts. We will have demos and giveaways. More details to come!Join us for our first ever Knitathon!Set your watch and knit a swatch and get ready for Knitathon! and more!Knitathon is a 24 hour fiber fest, from noon to noon November 16th and 17th focusing on knitting and crocheting, along with spinning and weaving demos, and round the clock hands-on knit and crochet help. Open to fiber artists of all levels and backgrounds!We’ll be giving away knit and crochet kits for walk-ins and participants. We will also

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

Join local naturalist and historian, Steve Jones, for a guided hike through the Wissahickon forest.Join local naturalist and historian, Steve Jones, for a guided hike through the Wissahickon forest. Explore the remnants of the old roads through the valley, visiting sites connected to Historic Rittenhousetown. The route is on several former roadways through the west side of the village, along Paper Mill Run and the Wissahickon Creek. The starting point is the Historic Rittenhousetown office, 208 Lincoln Drive.

Visit the We Here vessels on a tour led by Kensington residents.Join Kensington residents and We Here Community Advisory Committee members on a walk to visit two of Roberto Lugo’s vessel installations and other sites in the Kensington neighborhood. This 90-minute Walk and Talk will start at the Kensington Storefront (3208 Kensington Ave) and feature the Kensington Corridor Trust Garden (3236 Kensington Ave.) and the Free Church of St. John (3076 Emerald Street), as well as other local Kensington spots along the way. Please wear comfortable, close-toed walking shoes.

Learn how to trust your gut and rely on your already-learned experiences to make spontaneous, weird, and surprising art.Join us in the Art Studio located in the Towne Center from 2 - 4 PM on Saturday, November 16th, for an exclusive workshop with PTP artist-in-residence shane lowder. Drawing on his background as an artist and a poet, shane will share insights into his creative process and techniques, and guide you through the process of making intuitive-based art with the use of chalk. “I have spent the last three years developing an art practice based on instinct and experience. Learning how

Harvest Dinner Celebration! Join us for a delicious fall inspired multi-course plant-based dinner from Chef Hilary Mace!Join us for a special Lancaster Farm Sanctuary fall event- Harvest Dinner Celebration!Enjoy a one-of-a-kind culinary experience at Lancaster Farm Sanctuary! On November 16th from 4-7pm we will be hosting a delicious fall holiday inspired dinner on the sanctuary's serene grounds! Prepare to be delighted by the culinary genius of Chef Hilary Mace of The Art of Ceremonial Cooking (and formerly of Scarlet Runner fame) as you enjoy a multicourse whole-food, plant-based dinner plus hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine.This is a seated, family style

It's a party! Join The Soapbox for IMPRESS, our annual fundraising party. Printmaking stations, food, drinks, silent auction, and prizes!The Soapbox Community Print Shop and Zine Library is thrilled to welcome you to our annual fundraiser. Explore our studio and make keepsakes at our printmaking stations, enjoy food and drinks, browse art and goodies in our silent auction, and win prizes!Tickets will be $45 at the door.Can't make it? You can still support The Soapbox by making a donation today!Note: We have sliding scale tickets with three ticket tiers, artist, community and general. If you’re unfamiliar with how sliding scale

Please join us for an evening of community celebration! Showing begins at 7PM.About the ProjectIn 2008, Founder and Executive Director Dave Kratz approached the Borough, asking how he could help the community. They pointed him toward the town's skatepark, citing a growing group of "parentless and directionless teens."From there, an interesting story began to unfold: the trials and tribulations of forming a community, grassroots fundraising, and operating a community center, all while being personally invested in positively shaping the community.In this documentary, you’ll hear it from the people themselves: those who stuck around for the 10 years it took to

Book Launch and Conversation about the new book "Visualizing Palestine: A Chronicle of Colonialism and the Struggle for Liberation"Please join La La Lil Jidar at Studio34 with Visualizing Palestine deputy director Jessica Anderson and Professor Huda Fakhreddine in conversation, moderated by Aisha Mershani from La La Lil Jidar, for the book launch of Visualizing Palestine: A Chronicle of Colonialism and the Struggle for Liberation. In addition to discussing the book, Jessica and Huda will explore where the movement for Palestine is today, solidarity with other movements, and the importance of narrative, in all its forms, to fight colonial oppression. The

Participants will create a personal gratitude jar to capture moments of thankfulness and positivity.This hands-on session encourages mindfulness and helps cultivate an attitude of gratitude in everyday life. A Gratitude Jar is a simple, yet powerful tool for practicing gratitude. It's a jar (or other container) where individuals regularly place notes, each containing something they feel thankful for. The idea is to focus on the positive aspects of life, big or small, by writing them down and collecting them over time. Whether it's at the end of year, certain day you celebrate or around a holiday, Gratitude jars can be

One Hour Fiber WorkshopThis 1 hour workshop is for kids ages 8 and up. We will have a basic demo of weaving on a little cardboard loom. Your child will be able to make a piece of fabric! This is not a drop off class - we request that you stay with your child. There are 3 sessions, please only sign up for 1 session.- this is a part of our 24 hour Knitathon. Our details for the knitathon are below. The main Knitathon event is for ages 18 and up.Join us for our first ever Knitathon!Set your watch and

Each participant will create a three-dimensional bird. No experience necessary. All materials will be provided.Just in time for holiday decorating or give it as a gift!The craft of needle felting is rapidly growing in popularity. Under the guidance of fiber artist/teacher Sara Setzer, each participant will create a three-dimensional bird in a predetermined or freehand design, depending on your skill level, using wool and special felting needles. You will be amazed at how quickly you feel like a veteran needle felter! No experience is needed!Sara Setzer is a fiber artist concentrating on felt work, hand dyeing, and botanical printing. Felting

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Hear from this month's artists and our current resident artist for their open studio before it all closes!Hear from this month's artists and our current resident artist for their open studio before it all closes!Learn more about our current exhibtions at: davinciartalliance.orgThis event and free and open to all. Suggested donation to attend is $10 per person.DVAA is a historic row home in the Bella Vista neighborhood. We are not yet wheelchair accessible; Da Vinci is a three floor gallery with narrow staircases. (We are working towards becoming ADA accessible by 2027!) It is 5 steps up to the first

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

Hands-on wellness workshops for those wanting to start or deepen their wellness journey; taught by community healers.Come to this weekly wellness series on Sundays 2-3pm. Different dates to come. We will explore herbs, essential oils, and other wellness products. How to use, prepare, and the medicinal qualities of these products. We will also be exlploring healthy habits and tips on honoring your wellness journey. More about d'griot.d'griot (pronounced “duh-gree-o”) is named in honor of African storytellers and urban slang. A space of story; stories of our ancestors, the magic in the present, and our intent for the future. We will

Join Sara Burns from Kiss My Soul to learn the skill of candle making.Join Sara Burns from Kiss My Soul to learn the skill of candle making. Make three scented soy candles of your own, which you can customize and decorate. Choose Cranberry, Egg Nog, and/or Bayberry scents. Keep them all or give them as holiday gifts! You can also design your own label; we provide labels, stickers, bling, markers, and more, so you can personalize each candle's label.Attendees will also have a chance at winning other Kiss My Soul handmade products as prizes.Minimum age 11, accompanied by an adult.+++++++++++At

Start or deepen your yoga practice in community with other queer and trans people of color! Classes include both movement and meditation.

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 [email protected]

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 4-week series: 11/18 - 12/16 (no series class on 11/25)6:00 – 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

Asian Arts Initiative's Artist Town Hall invites artists to come together to share their latest projects, make a pitch, and exchange resources. This iteration of the Town Hall invites BIPOC, Palestinian, and SWANA artists whose practice or current projects engage restorative justice and anti-oppression efforts. Artists that join the Town Hall will share their work alongside two invited presenters, including the Memory Workers’ Guild (MWG) and theater director Zaina Yasmin Dana. We hope to spark conversation and collaboration of artists and culture workers across anti-apartheid, abolition, and restorative justice movements. Tafari Diop (@tafaridiop) of Memory Workers’ Guild is a decentralized