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  • 5th Annual Philly Village Building Convergence (Night 2)

    The Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden 2241 North Philip Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with us for night 2 of VBC with live music, speakers, vendors, food, drinks, and more at Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden!!!Philadelphia City Repair Project is a non-profit organization that works to help community groups and individuals to transform their neighborhoods by reclaiming public space. We believe in creating and supporting environments that foster community, art, and ecology that are made by the people who live in them.Each year we host our largest event, the Philly Village Building Convergence (Philly VBC). Through a city-wide volunteer effort and a wide range of partnerships between community organizations, grassroots groups, and individuals, the

  • Orchestra in the Garden – Summer Serenade

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

    7:00 – 8:00 pm
    Orchestra in the Garden returns with a concert of summer serenades.

  • Free Guided Bird Walk at Glen Foerd

    Glen Foerd on the Delaware 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Riverfront North Partnership and Bird Philly for a Free bird walk at the beautiful Glen Foerd historic property.Join us for a free guided bird walk at the beautiful Glen Foerd historic estate along the Delaware River. We'll have a guide from Bird Philly helping us find and ID our feathered friends. A few pairs of binoculars will be available for participant's to borrow. This event is for all levels of birders, new and old. Participants' will meet on the grass in front of the historic mansion at 8:30am. Expect to walk through some brush and high grass, so long

  • Public Kayak Excursion

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

    Join us for a free guided kayak tour of the Delaware River.Looking for a new adventure? Come join us at Glen Foerd this summer as we explore the beautiful Delaware River by kayak. Kayak excursions will be led by professionally certified guides and are appropriate for all levels of experience. The tour will include an introduction to the basics of paddling and an overview of safety protocols. Our exploration will be in tandem kayaks, so grab a buddy and come join us! Please arrive on time so our staff can deliver the safety talk and get everyone out on the

  • Ecotherapy in the Park: Guided Hike & Meditation

    Shofuso Japanese House and Garden Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate spring with a peaceful hike and meditation! LOCATION Shofuso Japanese House and Garden Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives Philadelphia, PA 19131 Ecotherapist Krista Nelson will lead a guided hike and meditation to help you rekindle your love of nature as we celebrate spring. Find strength and companionship in a community of fellow nature lovers. We’ll start our hike with a tour of the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden where we’ll take in the beauty of the gardens while hearing about the unique architecture of the house. Our journey will then lead us to water, where we will spread out in seated

  • Yoga in the park

    Yoga in the park

    Azalea Garden Azalea Garden, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate spring and find your peaceful place in the greenspace! LOCATION Azalea Garden Kelly Drive and Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 There’s no better way to connect with your practice and with other people than outdoor yoga. Join us for yoga classes held in Fairmount Park’s beautiful Azalea Garden. These all-levels classes take place Sundays from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM and will be led by a rotation of local teachers from Tula Yoga. TICKET PRICES: Pay what you can – $10, $15, or $20 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: This class takes place outdoors on flat grass (or on a

  • Ghost Signs of Old City

    Northeast Corner of 3rd and Chestnut Streets 243 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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

  • Guided Trails Hike

    Learn about Mt. Cuba’s approach to land management and the events that shape our past, current, and future landscapes. Become empowered to take ecologically beneficial actions to support native wildlife and habitats with the effects of climate change in mind. Bring water and be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain throughout our natural lands. Two hours, $3 per person in addition to garden admission. Free for Members. Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. This program takes place in-person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands Sunday, June 11, 2023 Buy Tickets Member Tickets COVID-19 Safety Please click here to view

    Free – $3
  • Grow with the Flow! Community Yoga

    Vivid Belle Lifestyle of the Active Beauty LLC 1543 Dickinson Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A series of no-cost, yoga classes provided in partnership with neighborhood wellness businesses and organizations.Yoga transcends traditional exercise as a total wellness practice, having both spiritual and physical benefits. With historical African and Indian roots, yoga was created by brown and Black people as a tool for growth. Consider trying yoga if you would like enhanced:Sleep Confidence FlexibilityConcentration Grow With the Flow! will also integrate breath work, affirmations, and group meditation into each class.Through August Black Girls With Green Thumbs will host twice monthly yoga classes at Vivid Belle. Participants will leave with take home cards that highlight the health

  • Live at Roots Garden w/ Marquise Lindsey-Bradley & Malinda Lissette

    Fisher Park 571 West Spencer Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come spend a Sunday afternoon with us and enjoy live music unplugged in the Roots Garden at Fisher Park.You are in for a special treat as Olney's own Marquise Lindsey-Bradley teams up with Malinda Lissette to perform a set of duets for clarinet and flute in the vibrant green space of Roots Garden at Fisher Park! This will be a homecoming of sorts as Marquise returns from completing his undergraduate degree at Cleveland Institute of Music this spring. Bring your own lawn chair or picnic blanket, although we will have some folding chairs available. If it's a nice sunny day,

  • Nature Walk & Papermaking Art Experiments

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

    Explore, create, & connect! Join us for an afternoon of papermaking, a nature walk, and artsy play.A walk in the woods to identify plants and then let’s make paper and play with natural materials together. Bring a curiosity for natural materials and your experimental crafty spirit open to explore and see what happens!Come for all or part of the afternoon. Suitable to bring children along. Rain or shine–and if it’s shine, bring a blanket and snacks along to play and enjoy the Wissahickon.This project is supported in part with funding from the Stockton Rush Bartol Foundation and the Marrazzo Family

  • 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.

  • Bluebird Nesting Box Tour

    FOR ALL AGES For more than fifty years, volunteers at Tyler Arboretum have been monitoring the nesting activities of the Eastern Bluebird.  Please join us on this family-friendly tour to share this tradition.  We will walk the succession field and check on quite a few bluebird boxes.  We expect to see bluebirds, active nests of bluebirds and other cavity-nesting birds, eggs, and young nestlings!  We will be walking on grassy fields, so bug spray is recommended. Please check in first at the Visitor Center patio window by 1 pm, where you’ll then meet your tour guide. Members: Adults: $5 each; Youth ages

  • Mushroom Foray at Nockamixon State Park

    Weisel Farm House - High Bridge Trailhead 7347 Richlandtown Road, Quakertown, PA, United States

    Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for free public mushroom hunt!Meet at 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 to identify and talk about what we found. Please note, cell phone service may be limited in this part of the park. Sign up for carpooling here: https://carpoolorganiser.com/event/foray-at-nockamixonChildren are welcome to attend. Dogs are also

  • Tree Planting in Neshaminy State Park,PA-1000 native trees spring/fall 2023

    Neshaminy State Park, in Bucks County, PA 3401 State Road, Bensalem, PA, United States

    Help reforest 2 acres in Neshaminy State Park, PA. Just north of Philadelphia. Remove invasive plants,tend,or plant native trees and shrubsNeshaminy State Park ReforestationWe have ongoing volunteer opportunities tending this 2.2 acre area in Neshaminy State Park. * Photo Gallery / HistoryDates of volunteer events:(Spring 2023 Tree Tending and Watering)2-24-23 Friday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)3-24-23 Friday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)3-26-23 Sunday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)5-7-23 Sunday (9 am - 12 ) and (1 pm - 4 pm)6-11-23 Sunday (9

  • A Pilgrimage to Freedom: Tracing the Steps of Harriet Tubman from Maryland

    Kennett Friends meetinghouse 125 West Sickle Street, Kennett Square, PA, United States

    A Pilgrimage to Freedom: Tracing the Steps of Harriet Tubman from Maryland to Canada. At Kennett Friends meetingWalking Artist, Ken Johnston, will share stories of the places he passed through and the inspiring people he met on his journey tracing Harriet Tubman's journey to freedom. The second in Kennett Heritage Center's Speaking of History series, sponsored by Hadley Fund of the Chester County Community Foundation.

  • For Earth’s Sake

    The Salvation Army Kroc Center of Philadelphia 4200 Wissahickon Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Love our Earth. Stand up for our planet.PhilHarmonia is proud to close our ninth season with the world premiere of Adam Silverman’s Elegy for the Earth - a powerful setting of poems by Susan Gubernat that bemoan the harmful effects of negligent human activity on the environment and the direness of climate change. We will also sing additional works by Marvin Gaye, Bob Dylan, Saro Lynch-Thomason as well as original compositions by PhilHarmonia members, Dana K. Fiero and L. Gnadinger. Free and open to the public. Donations accepted in advance and at the door. 20% of donations received for this

  • East Park Excursión: Boxer’s Trail Hike and BBQ Party

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

    Join us for a guided hike and BBQ party for the Latino community! Ven con nosotros para la caminata guiada y fiesta para la comunidad latina! DATE Sunday, June 11, 2023 TIME 3:00pm - 6:00pm LOCATION Woodford Mansion 2300 N. 33rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 Latino Outdoors and Fairmount Park Conservancy invite Philadelphia’s Latino community to a free afternoon hike along Fairmount Park’s beautiful Boxers’ Trail. The trail got its name because for many years Philadelphia boxers, including Smokin’ Joe Frazier, have used it as part of their training regimen. Latino Outdoors y Fairmount Park Conservancy invitan a la comunidad latina de Filadelfia a una caminata

  • Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

    Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Join us for a presentation in Tyler’s Barn Loft, followed by a twilight walk to find fireflies! Fireflies light up our yards on warm summer nights, but their glow is starting to dim as populations decline. Join native planting designer Michelle Detwiler to learn about these uniquely bioluminescent creatures and their challenges. Learn how to create healthy habitat to make your space as inviting as possible for these charismatic insects. After the presentation, we will join entomologist Sam Nestory for an exciting twilight walk to observe and identify local firefly species in the meadow at Tyler. FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN

    $8 – $20
  • FABSCRAP PHL Volunteer Session: Monday, June 12, AM session

    Bok 1901 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted with us beforeNote: If you choose to donate, please make sure that you also choose a sorter ticket. FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping

  • Celebrating Women in Agriculture at Crow’s Nest Preserve

    Natural Lands' Crow's Nest Preserve 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, PA, United States

    Please join us for lunch and fellowship while celebrating woman farmers and the women that support our regional agriculture industry.Join CCEDC's AgConnect for lunch, catered by local food enthusiast Christie Keith, formerly of Glenmoore Deli fame, as we celebrate women farmers and the women in agriculture that keep our food system moving. Our guest speaker, Judi Radel of Yeehaw Farm in Duncannon, will enlighten us with plenty of belly-laugh-inducing stories about how life in agriculture is unpredictable, constantly keeping us pivoting, and we just have to laugh and move on to the next plan.

  • Urban Creators Orchard Workday

    Life Do Grow Farm 2316-50 North 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Help out the Philadelphia Orchard Project with care and maintenance of the newly planted orchard at Urban Creators and Life Do Grow Farm. 

  • Your Art & Social Justice

    The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Workshop for artists looking to incorporate social justice efforts into their artwork."As long as communities face injustice and inequity, the arts will remain a platform to create social changes we desperately need.” - Asad Ali Jafri, Independent Cultural ProducerLocal artists, poets, and musicians have driven social justice impact within communities for decades, increasing social justice awareness through their creative mediums.

  • Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!:

    Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Join us for a presentation in Tyler’s Barn Loft, followed by a twilight walk to find fireflies! Fireflies light up our yards on warm summer nights, but their glow is starting to dim as populations decline. Join native planting designer Michelle Detwiler to learn about these uniquely bioluminescent creatures and their challenges. Learn how to create healthy habitat to make your space as inviting as possible for these charismatic insects. After the presentation, we will join entomologist Sam Nestory for an exciting twilight walk to observe and identify local firefly species in the meadow at Tyler. FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN

    $8 – $20
  • TTF Watershed Partnership: 2023 Photo Contest

    Details & Rules TTF and the Olney Culture Lab are happy to announce our third biannual photo contest, made possible by the Philadelphia Water Department, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, The Circuit Trails, and the William Penn Foundation. For the second time, we’ve expanded the eligible coverage area to the whole TTF Watershed. We welcome your creativity and point of view on our watershed! Five photo entries are allowed per person; however, any individual is eligible for only one winning entry. Who Can Enter: Professional and enthusiast photographers of all ages are encouraged to participate! Current and former TTF staff are

  • Volunteer – Summer Gardening

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

    8:30 – 11:30 am
    Blossom with the season.

  • Pest and Disease Walk

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

    Join us for a guided tour highlighting key pest and disease issues in Southeastern PA.We will walk a pre-scouted route of the Arboretum to showcase some key pest and disease issues common to Southeastern PA. Insect and mite issues will include hemlock woolly adelgid, spruce spider mite, white pine sheath mite, boxwood leafminer, boxwood mite, and various scales. We will also discuss the protection of pollinators and other beneficial insects through the proper use of registered products. This walk is cosponsored and led by Chris Ward of John B. Ward & Co. Arborists. Attendance provides 3 CEUs for ISA Certified

  • Haverford College Climbing Tree Storytime

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

    Join us for storytime led by Haverford Township Free Library!Join us for a delightful time of books and songs! This outdoor, in-person storytime will be held once a month during the summer at the Haverford College campus in front of the climbing tree (N 40° 00.534 W 075° 18.482) from 10:30 am-11:00 am. This storytime will be in lieu of Babies & Books and is tailored to children ages 0 to 5.Children need to be accompanied by a guardian while attending this program. This event will be canceled in the case of inclement weather. Registration is not required but by

  • Nature Tots: It’s Summer!

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

    Join us for a story, simple craft, short walk & more. Children ages 2-5 years with an adult.Children ages 2-5 years with an adult can join us for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. $5.00 per child. Adults are FREE. Eventbrite fees apply if paying by card. If you'd like to pay by cash or check, those options can be found at checkout. Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. This is an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress

  • Mulberry POPHarvest @ The Woodlands

    The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia

    Join us in harvesting this abundant and underappreciated city fruit at The Woodlands in West Philadelphia! Did you know that mulberries are actually the sweetest of all fruit? They pop up everywhere in the city and the more we can pick and eat the fewer new weed trees will result. Bring your own harvest bag or container and join us in Mulberry Magic!  Take home half of what you harvest and donate half to POP!

  • Kids Explore: School’s Out!

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

    celebrate the start of summer by hiking the forest, meadow, creek, pond and wherever else the kids' adventurous souls take us.Drop off your child to explore nature freely outdoors in all weather with staff. We will celebrate the start of summer by hiking the forest, meadow, creek, pond and wherever else the kids' adventurous souls take us. Ages 6-10. Drop-off. $5 per child.Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. This is an all-weather, outdoor program. Please dress for the weather and

  • Celebrate Your Park! Discover Your Creek! Summer Block Party

    Tacony Creek Park, Ramona Avenue & I Street 4528 I St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us in Tacony Creek Park to Celebrate Your Park & Discover Your Creek! Take a walk through a Story Trail, play games at the Creekmobile, learn about other organizations and community resources, arts and crafts, and more! This event is FREE and all ages are welcome. Rain Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 For questions, call 215-744-1853 or email info@ttfwatershed.org _________________________________Español________________________________ ¡Ven a celebrar su parque & descubrir su quebrada en Tacony Creek Park! Dé un paseo por un Story Trail, juegue con las actividades en el Creekmobile, aprenda sobre otras organizaciones y recursos comunitarios, arte y manualidades, ¡y más!

  • SWWAG Workshop: Natural Pest Management

    CHOP Karabots 4865 Market St., Philadelphia, PA

    Learn about different natural pest management methods for your garden! Please note that this intermediate-level workshop takes place at Chop Karabots Garden at 48th and Market Streets. Instructor: Carly Freedman, Program Coordinator for Community Garden and Food Sustainability at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Click here to see more upcoming workshops in the free SWWAG (Southwest and West Agriculture Network) workshop series!  

  • Strawberry Mansion Community Dialogue Series, Session 2 (In-Person)

    Joseph E. Mander Playground 2140 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join your neighbors in a discussion around environmental injustices and envision what an environmentally just neighborhood could look like.The Philadelphia Office of Sustainability, Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Philadelphia Environmental Justice Advisory Commission, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and Environmental Protection Agency Region 3 will hold in-person and virtual community listening and visioning sessions for Strawberry Mansion community members to share experiences with environmental injustice in their communities.In Session 2, participants will:Envision what a thriving community looks like and present challenges to achieving that vision.Learn about funding resources available for environmental justice efforts.Identify barriers to accessing funding and opportunities to

  • Museum for Art in Wood presents How it Started and How it’s Going: Collector talk with Suzanne Perrault

    Zoom, Online Only

    Join us for How it Started and How it’s Going, a speaker series with collectors. For this session, we’ll get a different perspective on collecting by speaking with Suzanne Perrault a partner at Rago/Wright Auctions. We’ll learn about how she got started in the industry and why; we’ll hear what attracts them to certain pieces and see some of their favorite works along with pieces for an upcoming auction. We will also discuss what makes someone a collector of art, how to start your own collection, and how to become more knowledgeable about the auction world.

    Free
  • Bat Walk with the Bio Team

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

    Come learn about different bat species found on the refuge on this special twilight walk! Join the Biology Team for an after-dark walk. Free and kid-friendly!

  • Homeschooler Days: Mapping the Garden

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Calling on art for inspiration, we’ll put our knowledge of the garden into practice.   ABOUT HOMESCHOOLER DAYS: Every second Wednesday, March through June and September through November, 10am-noon. For homeschoolers ages 5 -11 and their adult. For more information, email lgale@bartramsgarden.org

  • Museum for Art in Wood presents Seeing Through Space Artist Talk with Nadia Kaabi-Linke

    Zoom, Online Only

    Join the Museum for Art in Wood for an engaging artist talk with artist Nadia Kaabi-Linke, whose work is included in the current exhibition The Mashrabiya Project – Seeing Through Space. Kaabi-Linke is the fourth featured artist to speak in the exhibition’s ongoing lecture series. In this virtual talk, Kaabi-Linke will share her artistic journey and her connection to mashrabiya in the context of architecture, art, craft, and community. Nadia Kaabi-Linke was born Tunis, Tunisia, and raised in Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates. She graduated from the University of Fine Arts, Tunis, in 1999, and earned a Ph.D. at

    Free
  • June 2023 Yard Talk: Pollinator Habitats Contained!

    Redbud Native Plant Nursery 904 North Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

    Join us as for a demonstration using native plants for container gardening.Interested in attracting birds, butterflies and beneficial insects to your garden but short on space or time? In this workshop you’ll learn easy, take-home tips to assemble pollinator friendly containers using low maintenance native plants for sun or shade.Join us in the nursery yard as Marcia Tate demonstrates using native plants to make show stopping container displays. Marcia Tate is a garden designer, coach, photographer, teacher & writer specializing in native plants and regenerative gardening.Marcia is vice-president of the board of directors and active member of Friends of Glen

  • Grays Ferry Community Dialogue Series, Session 2 (In-Person)

    New Temple Baptist Church 2633 Wharton St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join your neighbors in a discussion around environmental injustices and envision what an environmentally just neighborhood could look like.The Philadelphia Office of Sustainability, Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Philadelphia Environmental Justice Advisory Commission, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and Environmental Protection Agency Region 3 will hold in-person and virtual community listening and visioning sessions for Grays Ferry residents to share experiences with environmental injustice in their communities.In Session 2, participants will:Envision what a thriving community looks like and present challenges to achieving that vision.Learn about funding resources available for environmental justice efforts.Identify barriers to accessing funding and opportunities to collaborate

  • Richard’s Rambles: East Woods & Marsh Ramble

    FOR ADULTS (18+) AND YOUTH AGES 15+ This Ramble will explore the trails and the large variety of trees of the secluded and little-visited East Woods of Tyler Arboretum. The landscape includes a lush lowland area with three springs enveloped in lovely ferns and mosses. An area of serpentine rock is readily observed, this being an extension of the outcropping that is Pink Hill. The East Woods of Tyler was also once a dense forest and the site of a land management project which took place in the late ’70s. Crossing Barren Road on the Minshall Trail (white blazes), we

  • En Plein Air, Come make art on the grounds of historic Laurel Hill Mansion

    Laurel Hill Mansion 3487 Edgley Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    We invite you to spend a day painting, drawing or sketching en plein air on the grounds of Laurel Hill Mansion. Nestled along the scenic Schuylkill River in East Fairmount Park, Laurel Hill Mansion has a prominent location on a high bluff overlooking the Schuylkill River. Garden, historic house, river view, Strawberry Mansion Bridge there is much here to intrigue the eye so no matter what your medium is pack your supplies and join us for a day of painting and sketching, under the shade trees of Laurel Hill Mansion. Bring a picnic too. This is a free event with

    Free
  • Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

    Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers are not accepted). You can also catch the Sankofa Farm Stand at Clark Park Farmer’s Market in West Philadelphia every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 10am-1pm!

  • Mindfulness in the Garden Summer Meditation Workshop: Love and Kindness Pride Meditation (LBGTQIA)

    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 chosen area for the day from

  • June 2023 Yard Talk: Bug Walk and Talk – Aphids

    Redbud Native Plant Nursery 904 North Providence Road, Media, PA, United States

    Join us as we learn about aphids, their unusual lives, and their many cool predators in this walk and talk with naturalist Sam Nestory.Despite their small size, aphids rarely go unnoticed in the garden because where there's one aphid, there's likely hundreds! But despite their vast numbers, aphids rarely pose a significant threat to our native plant gardens, because they are one part of a larger, fascinating ecosystem. Join us as we learn about aphids, their unusual lives, and their many cool predators in this walk and talk with naturalist Sam Nestory. Samantha Nestory is the engagement manager and naturalist

  • 6/15 Art & Change Grant (ACG) Information Session

    Camden FireWorks 1813 Broadway, Camden, NJ, United States

    Join the Leeway Foundation & a guest grantee for an in-person Art & Change Info Session before the August 1st deadline!Have questions about the application process for the Leeway Art and Change Grant?Join Leeway Foundation and guest grantee Misty Sol (ACG ‘11, ‘16, ‘20; LTA ‘16; WOO ‘19, ‘20, ‘21, ‘22) for an in-person Art and Change Grant Information Session. During the session, the guest grantee will share their experience applying to the Leeway Art & Change Grant. Access the application and learn more about the ACG here before the August 1st deadline.Can't make the Information Session?You may also be

  • Ultimate Guide to Vegetable Garden Success Masterclass

    346 E Washington St 346 East Washington Street, Norristown, PA, United States

    Whether starting a new garden or looking to optimize your garden, come learn about the principles and techniques that will lead to success!Join us to learn how you can best manage your garden for year after year success and improvement. With a focus on backyard vegetable gardens, we will discuss the principles and practices that you can implement to achieve a wildly successful and sustainable organic living soil ecosystem. From defining the location and size of your garden to managing the plants and soil system, this comprehensive session will coverChoosing the best location for your garden involves taking into consideration

  • Summer Social & Celebration

    PHS Pop Up Garden at South Street 1438 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join The Spruce Foundation for a night celebrating this year's grantees, with music, food, and drinks.Join The Spruce Foundation for an evening at PHS Pop-Up Garden on South Street to celebrate this year's grant recipients. Grantees to be announced in early May!In addition to the chance to honor youth-serving nonprofits making a difference in our city, you'll have a prime opportunity to make new friends or connect with old ones by networking with other emerging professionals, leaders, and philanthropists.Tickets includes access to an open bar of craft beer and soft drinks, as well as light bites. This event is open

  • Philadelphia: Protest Animal Abuse at Garden Bros. Circus Opening Day

    Philadelphia Mills 1455 Franklin Mills Cir, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Garden Bros. Circus is back in Philly and we'll be there for opening to protest the abuse and exploitation of horse, ponies, dogs and other animals for its two shows on opening day. Like all circuses that force animals to perform, Garden Bros. Circus has a long history of violations of the Animal Welfare Act, including failing to provide two elephants with adequate care and shelter. They were forced to stand on asphalt in direct sunlight in 89-degree weather without access to shade. Camel and pony exhibitor Joel Faulk and horse exhibitor Kambarov Raiychbek Kozugulovich were similarly charged. Faulk and

  • City-Dwelling Bees: Urban Ecology and Urban Theory

    Explore the current understanding of bees in cities and the future of urban bee research.City-Dwelling Bees: Urban Ecology and Urban Theory Thursday, June 15, 7 – 8:30 PM Austin Martin, PhD student, Geography and Urban Studies, Temple University Although it may seem counterintuitive, cities can serve as effective havens for bees in a national landscape replete with intensive agriculture and toxic lawns. Explore the current understanding of bees in cities, including Austin Martin’s research on native bees in Detroit and its neighboring suburbs. This lecture will also illuminate existing shortcomings in urban ecological research and discuss how urban political ecology

  • 1,000th Tree Planting

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

    Join us for a celebratory tree planting!In 2017 the Arboretum underwent a tree risk assessment that resulted in us having to remove approximately 500 trees from campus. We set a goal that within ten years we would plant two trees for each tree removed meaning that we would add an additional 1,000 trees to campus by 2027. We are happy to report that we have met that goal early and will be planting our 1,000th tree on Friday, June 16, 2023! Please join us in celebrating our accomplishment as we plant a Styrax obassia, fragrant snowbell, on Lloyd Green.

  • Bog Container

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

    Construct your own colorful and captivating bog garden in a container. Learn how to create the conditions necessary for growing these exceptional sun-loving plants and proper long-term maintenance techniques. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center Friday, June 16, 2023. About the Instructor: Susan Dixon is the perennial plant buyer and department manager at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin, DE. She has attended classes ornamental horticulture at New York Botanical Garden and is currently earning her certificate of merit at Longwood. She has a passion for wildlife and the native plants that support them. Register Now Member

    $89
  • Education Station in the Pollinator Preserve

    FOR ALL AGES Stop by our Education Station in the Pollinator Preserve, where we have something for everyone – whether you are a gardener, insect lover, or just like to get close to nature. We love sharing the relationships between plants, insects, and birds with you and even have something for the youngest visitors. No registration is necessary, and it’s free with admission. So just stop by anytime from 10 am to 1 pm. See you there! NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY

  • Photo Walk

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

    Join us to capture the season!Photo WalkSaturday, June 17, 9 – 11 AM(rain date: Sunday, 6/18)Laura 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.Members: $20 | Non-Members: $30Photo Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, April 15, May 20, and

  • Parkside Past, Parkside Present: Walking Tour of Neighborhood & Centennial

    School of the Future 4021 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a special walking tour of Parkside!Join us for a special walking tour of Parkside with Michael Burch (science educator, community organizer, and founder of the Parkside Journal) and John Sigmund (Public Programs Manager and passionate park history buff). Parkside. The name says it all — it’s the neighborhood beside West Fairmount Park. Similarly to Strawberry Mansion on the other side of the Schuylkill, Parkside is where the city grid meets the greenspace, buffered by a boulevard of grand homes facing the park. Much of the Parkside neighborhood was built during the 1876 Centennial Exhibition. Originally populated by

  • Black Farmers & Artisan Market (OPENING DATE JUNE 17th)

    The Cultural Collective Cafe & BrickNKulture Event Space 65 North Broad Street, Woodbury, NJ, United States

    We would love for you to come on down to the Market and meet the Makers & growers and see what they have to offer.BrickNKulture Black Farmers' & Artisan Market Provides a community that supports & values the opportunity for individuals that are creators, makers, and for those that eat the food that they grow.This space supports Black local Growers, Makers and Entrepreneurs!The Black Farmers & Artisan Market is Rain or Shine from JUNE-SEPT Every 3rd Sat from 9am-1pm.We would love for you to come on down to the Market and meet the Makers & growers and see what they

  • POP Share Food Program Workday

    POP Share Food Program Workday

    Nice Roots Farm 2901 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Get Involved on Nice Roots Farm! Thanks so much for your help in the fight against food insecurity in Philadelphia!  Nice Roots Farm and Orchard hosts Community Farming days, a series of monthly work days taking place monthly from March – to December 2023. Volunteering At Nice Roots Farm (no experience necessary! all tasks will be taught & demonstrated) Participants will learn about growing food in an urban environment, make an impact with hands-on help, and get to know others looking to do the same. No green thumb necessary! Our Farming Days are being hosted in partnership with Philadelphia Orchard Project. The

  • Volunteer Shell Bagging Event-June 17th-Delaware

    PDE Shell Recycling Area North Church St.,, Wilmington, DE, United States

    Help PDE bag oyster shells so that they can used in restoration projects and support clean waters!PDE has been collecting oyster shell from Wilmington area restaurants since early 2016. Generally, spent oyster shells go to landfills, but with our recycling program, shells are going back to the bay! Oyster shells are important for baby oysters and the entire aquatic ecosystem. Juvenile oysters need hard structures to attach to...which in turn leads to more oysters! We need to put our recycled oyster shells into bags so that they are easier to transport and easier to use on restoration projects.Who: Anyone age 12

  • Germantown Farmers Market

    Germantown Farmers Market

    Germantown Farmers Market 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm 5501 Germantown AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144 The Germantown Farmers Market invites local food producers and artisan makers to sell their wares in the heart of Historic Germantown!

  • Kennett Square’s First Free Black Community: A walk with Ken Johnston

    State Street State Street, Kennett Square, PA, United States

    Follow Ken along the streets and trails to learn the history of slavery in Pennsylvania and Kennett Square's first free Black community.Walking Artist, Ken Johnston, has traced Harriet Tubman's steps from Maryland to Canada. He recently embarked on a research journey of the history of slavery and freedom in southeastern Pennsylvania and the settlement of free Blacks in Kennett Square. Caution: hilly terrain.

  • Plant Pests, Diseases & Nutrient Deficiencies

    Pleasant Playground Community Garden 6720 Boyer Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Plant Pests, Diseases& Nutrient DeficienciesThis hands-on workshop will cover common plant diseases and nutritional deficiencies found among vegetable and fruit plants grown in small scale urban agricultural production systems. We will also discuss the prevention of common plant pests to include identifying of crop beneficials, helpful insects and prevention techniques for your summer and fall crops.

  • 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

  • Workshop: Tree ID from the Trail – Spring Section

    Take a hike through the woods with the Mt. Cuba Arboriculture Team and learn to recognize common native trees. Tree identification becomes quick and rewarding when using easy and practical identification tricks such as leaf shape, bark texture, silhouettes, and fruit and nuts found on the ground. Class will be held entirely outdoors, so dress for the weather and hiking on steep paths and uneven terrain. This program takes place in person in Mt. Cuba Center natural lands on Saturday, June 17, 2023. (Rain Date: Saturday, June 24) About the Instructors: Nicole DeLizzio is the Arborist Assistant at the Mt.

    $35
  • Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 16+)

    Bike Container

    This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for individuals ages 16 and up. For those younger, check out our Learn to Ride class for kids (ages 4-16)! Registration in advance is

  • Restoration Volunteer Work Day

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

    Connect with nature and make new friends while we work together to improve the health and biodiversity of our 340-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.

  • Community Clean-Up

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

    Registered volunteers will meet at the entrance of Bartram’s Garden, at 54th and Lindbergh, promptly at 10 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. In collaboration with Bartram’s Garden, the Southwest Tree Coalition, and the Roots Tree Crew, Southwest neighbors are invited to revitalize and help maintain the health of Southwest’s public spaces. Volunteers will clear trash and debris, participate in planting, and help maintain young trees. Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn about soil health, proper tree

  • Saturday Free Boating

    Dock & Community Boathouse Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience necessary. Suitable for all ages and beginners. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

    Free
  • Now + Then Marketplace x Philly Flea Mega Market

    Thunderbird Salvage 2441 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A curated marketplace that happens now and then highlighting artists, artisans, makers, and resellers in Philly.60 vendors around the blocks next to Thunderbird Salvage & in the Philly Brewing Company Parking lot at the same time Philly Flea is happening on the next block around Hackett Elementary School. Outdoor, free and open to public, dog and kid friendly. Spots are relatively 8x6 and cost $60 each!

  • Juneteenth Tours at Peter Wentz Farmstead

    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday, June 18, 2023 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Juneteenth Tours Join the Peter Wentz Farmstead in observation of Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the emancipation of Black enslaved people in America. UGR3DAY Conductor Dee Patterson will be here at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 17th leading an early-morning story walk for both kids and adults. Learn about the journeys of enslaved people seeking their freedom through this interactive experience. All ages; Free. Registration is not required for the UGR3DAY Story Walk. We will also be offering special tours

    Free
  • American Chestnut Orchard Tour

    FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 In the first half of the 20th century, the American chestnut tree was all but eliminated from the forests of eastern North America by an imported fungal disease, commonly known as chestnut blight. In cooperation with the American Chestnut Foundation, Tyler Arboretum is host to a preservation orchard where surviving examples of this tree are raised and bred as part of the conservation effort to restore this iconic tree to eastern forests. Join expert Dan O’Keefe for a tour of the orchard to learn about the American chestnut tree, its significance, and efforts to achieve resistance

  • 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!

  • Wild Wisdom: a multi-season, hands-on foraging series

    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Wild Wisdom is a program designed to introduce participants to some of the most common, under-utilized, wild edible, medicinal, and craft plants of the Philadelphia bio-region, the ancestral homeland of the Lenape / Wingohocking. In 2023, Wild Wisdom is being offered in a new model of as 4, 3-hour workshops representing each season’s bountiful harvest: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Each class can be taken as an independent one-off class or discounted as a 4-part series. Each monthly 3-hour class will include in-class and in-field time to botanically I.D., gather, and harvest useful plants with in-depth sharing on plants’ ecological, nutritional,

  • Juneteenth Celebration in the Park

    Fairmount Park Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A free Juneteenth Celebration for all! Come enjoy a family friendly event full of music, culture, fun and live entertainment!

  • A Taste of African Heritage: Beans and Rice

    "The ancestors of African Americans brought wonderful food traditions to parts of the Caribbean, South America, and the southern states.""A Taste of African Heritage is a way of eating based on the healthy food traditions of people with African roots. This healthy way of eating is powerfully nutritious and delicious, and naturally meets the guidelines experts recommend for supporting good health." - OldwaysJoin us for a delicious vegetarian dish inspired by the African diaspora.Led by instructor, Chef Shayla Felton-Dorsey. Shayla is a passionate Philadelphia chef whose focus includes community, culture and food.Here is the list of ingredients. We hope you'll

  • Community Clothing Swap

    Kensington Corridor Trust Community Garden 3236-56 Kensington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Community Clothing Swap - open to all!Join us, Climate Action, and Kensington Corridor Trust for a fun and sustainable clothing swap at the Kensington Corridor Trust Community Garden on June 17th! This event is open to everyone, so gather your friends and family and come swap clothes with us.To help us prepare for the event, we kindly ask that you register your attendance. Registration is quick and easy, and it will ensure that we have enough space and resources to accommodate everyone.At the clothing swap, you'll have the chance to exchange your gently used clothes with others, giving new life

  • Beyond Juneteenth

    Drop Squad Kitchen 928 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE, United States

    Beyond Juneteenth is an annual holistic, community based cultural, spiritual, and educational event dedicated to moving beyond the symbolismBeyond Juneteenth is an annual holistic, community based cultural, spiritual, and educational event dedicated to moving beyond the symbolism of Juneteenth. This year our festivities are 2 days!Saturday, June 17th commences at Drop Squad Kitchen with a Communal Remembrance Procession to the river at 12 Noon to venerate our ancestors and the living community of ancestors (Egbe).There will be vendors, face painting, good food, good vibes, 6 DJS, Musical Performances, and this will be hosted by King Simon!The festivities will conclude at

  • Poems of the Pennypack

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

    Join us for a reading of Poems of the Pennypack by Poets G. Emil reutter and Diane Sahms, and bring your poems for open mic.Join us for a reading of Poems of the Pennypack by Poets g emil reutter and Diane Sahms. Bring your poems or antidotes to read in the open segment of this event!Adults & Teens. Free. g emil reutter and Diane Sahms will have books available for purchase.Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are all accessible, however, the trails are rocky and uneven. Photos will be taken

  • Juneteenth Celebration at the Hatfield House

    Hatfield House North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a free Juneteeth celebration at historic Hatfield – the big white house at 33rd and Girard!Join us for a free Juneteeth celebration at historic Hatfield – the big white house at 33rd and Girard! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy live jazz music, a DJ, kid-friendly activities and games, and prize giveaways. Enjoy refreshments including pretzels and water ice. Plus, step inside the house to see a new photo exhibit from We Walk PHL and GirlTrek: “Healing Through the Land: Black Faces in Green Spaces.”June 19th is Juneteenth, which commemorates and honors the end

  • Celebrate Philly’s 1st Juneteenth Mural! | Unveiling + Dedication

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

    Philadelphia's FIRST Juneteenth Mural Dedication! MAKE HISTORY in Germantown on Saturday, June 17th at 2pm!Philly's 1st Juneteenth Mural | A Celebration!The history-making mural dedication will include:An opportunity to meet the Muralist & their TeamThe festival's Colored Troop Re-enactors African drum performances An interactive MURAL art stationSOUL FOOD Martinis & Cupcakes by Tiny Cakes BakeryCapital One Caf´e Swag!& More!You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from the artist, ask questions and GET INSPIRED! This new Mural marking ‘Freedom Day,’ the first of its kind in Philadelphia, will be unveiled and dedicated at The Germantown ArtHaus during Philadelphia’s Juneteenth Festival on Saturday,

  • 2nd Annual WRV 25th Anniversary!

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

    Honoring a quarter century of community-based ecological restoration in Philadelphia’s Wissahickon Valley Park for the second year in a row!Join us for a festive day of celebration in commemoration of 25+1 years of Wissahickon Restoration Volunteers!!!We got rained on last year, so we are doing it again!Join us for LIVE MUSIC, locally catered food, tasty beers, and lots of other treats!One dinner ticket gets you a yummy meal (vegan/vegetarian options available) and includes one adult beverage. Additional beverage tickets are available, and discount tickets are provided for couples and families. The more tickets you buy, the more fun you'll have,

  • Contemplative Nature Photography

    The Barn at Historic RittenhouseTown 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a contemplative approach to photographing nature using smartphones. The emphasis will be on the process, not the product. Walking meditation, mindful breathing, and contemplative appreciation of nature will be the doorways into a reflection on our relationship to nature. What images do we see? What stories do we create about what we observe? Can we learn to see familiar sights with new eyes?

    $27
  • West Park Bird Hike with Holger

    Belmont Plateau Cross Country Course Montgomery Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join experienced bird watcher and trip leader Holger Pflicke for a brisk bird hike on the Trolley Trail!West Fairmount Park is an excellent location to connect with nature and its large woods provide a great opportunity to get one closer to the 10,000-steps-a-day goal. This time of year, Philly’s green spaces are once again bustling with returning breeding birds and stopover migrants. The park will be no different, with woodpeckers, sparrows, thrushes and warblers abound. Our goal will be to walk about 3 miles on various terrain with up- and downhills while watching and talking about birds. We will utilize

  • Vigil & Food Giveaway with Revolution Philadelphia

    Join us to protest Q&Q Live Market at 1120 Spring Garden St from 12-2. We will be bearing witness to the animals, educating the public about the realities of urban slaughterhouses, and giving out free vegan food, provided by the amazing Greyhound Cafe. **We will be having a second event to protest Garden Bros Circus after this event. Please plan to stick around and join us! Details to come soon.

  • VU PHL & Everybody Eats Juneteenth Event!

    Malcolm X Park 5100 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This month we are switching to the THIRD SUNDAY & partnering with Everybody Eats for a Juneteenth event! Join us on Sunday, 6/18!We're switching things up this month, and for good reason. We are honored and excited to partner with the incredible organization Everybody Eats as they host their 4th annual Juneteenth cookout at Malcolm X Park on SUNDAY, 6/18 giving away food & essentials. Everybody Eats Is planning to serve 5,000 meals In one day! Now, about that switch-up. This month, we are volunteering on the THIRD SUNDAY instead of the second Saturday. Additionally, this month's event time is

  • Yoga in the park

    Yoga in the park

    Azalea Garden Azalea Garden, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate spring and find your peaceful place in the greenspace! LOCATION Azalea Garden Kelly Drive and Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 There’s no better way to connect with your practice and with other people than outdoor yoga. Join us for yoga classes held in Fairmount Park’s beautiful Azalea Garden. These all-levels classes take place Sundays from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM and will be led by a rotation of local teachers from Tula Yoga. TICKET PRICES: Pay what you can – $10, $15, or $20 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: This class takes place outdoors on flat grass (or on a

  • Life Beneath our Feet: Learning About Soil

    Harry Renninger Park 180 East Waverly Road, Glenside, PA, United States

    A hands-on workshop where we'll learn all about the beauty and function of soil in watershed health!Soil is the skin of the earth. We move across it every day, but rarely stop to notice it or understand its importance to all living things. The composition of soil plays a big role in watershed health, and it’s also more complex–and beautiful to look at–than most of us can imagine! Join ecological artist (and TTF Streamkeeper) Rebecca Schultz and Dr. Alain Plante, Soil Scientist and Professor in the Department of Earth & Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania, for a closer

  • Juneteenth Celebration

    Join us for our 3rd annual Juneteenth Celebration, hosted in partnership with VinylTap215.   A word from VinylTap215: Our programming this year is rooted in the heart of the historical day that took place in 1865. It was when the message reached the last of Enslaved Africans that chattel slavery had ended and they were free to choose to exist on their own terms. The essence of freedom is choice. This year, our programming reflects this ideal. We are creating a space for people to come and engage in a variety of experiences as they choose. The following experiences will

  • Open Gallery: Three of a Kind Part 2: Abstractions | artwork by DuiJi Mshinda, Kara Mshinda, and Dahra Mshinda

    Stop by the Barn during the Garden’s Juneteenth Celebration for a viewing of Three of a Kind Part 2: Abstractions. Three of a Kind Part 2: Abstractions is an exhibition that highlights the creative practices and artworks of family members DuiJi, Kara, and Dahra Mshinda. In this second family exhibition, the Mshindas share a collection of abstract artworks produced between 2015 and 2023. This body of artwork, which ranges from digital photo collages to paintings and mixed-media works,  celebrates the unnamable, kinetic, and emotive immediacy of creative imagination.  By focusing on abstraction rather than representational or figurative subject matter, the

  • Juneteenth Freedom Market

    1800 N American St 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for the Juneteenth Freedom Market! Shop from vendors, enjoy live music, delicious food, and fun activities. Come celebrate with us!**We still have vendor spaces available, please click the link to fill out the application"Vendor Application Join us for a day of celebration and community at our Juneteenth vending event on June 18th, 2023! Hosted by M Casey Designs and sponsored by Nextfab, this event promises to be a family fun-filled day of music, food, and shopping.Discover unique and handmade products from local vendors while enjoying live music performances and delicious food from local food trucks. This event is

  • Juneteenth Freedom Market

    NextFab North 1800 N. American St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    An exciting Juneteenth celebration filled with joy, community, and support for a great cause. This family-friendly event is packed with engaging activities for everyone to enjoy. Explore our diverse array of vendors offering unique products and delicious food options. Children will have a blast with games, face painting, and interactive entertainment tailored just for them. Don't miss your chance to participate in our raffle and win exciting prizes while contributing to a meaningful initiative. As the rhythmic beats fill the air, groove to the soulful tunes of live music performances. This Juneteenth event is a perfect opportunity to come together,

    Free
  • Juneteenth Celebration and Freedom Market

    North Philly 1800 N. American St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Free Family Community Event with, DJ, Activities, Food, Raffles, and Local Vendors! NextFab and M Casey Designs have partnered to bring you the Juneteenth Celebration and Freedom Market on Sunday, June 18th, 2023 from 12:00-5:00 pm at NextFab North Philly, 1800 N. American Street. Juneteenth Freedom Market is a public indoor/outdoor event to celebrate culture, family, and community. This family-friendly celebration will include a free photo booth, DJ, raffles, games, food, vendors, and much more! Shop local and handmade from over 30+ local artists and makers while enjoying delicious food and drinks. Tour the beautiful NextFab facilities and meet the

  • Live More Marketplace

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

    Discover Philly's Best Food, Music, Art, and Shopping at Live More Marketplace.Live More Marketplace invites you to shop with makers and artists at our monthly marketplace in Philadelphia's landmark venue, Cherry Street Pier. View works on display by resident artists and enjoy food and drinks from the Cherry Street Pier Beer Garden.Share with your friends and family and let's celebrate Philly together.Hosted by Walls For Justice and Live24HRSFor partnership and sponsorship information email us at livemoreusa@gmail.comIf you would like to be a vendor, fill out this vendor application today.

  • 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.

  • Art in the Park – Abstract Floral Painting for Kids

    Pleasant Hill Park 8900 N. Delaware Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Riverfront North Partnership and Art Xpressionz for this month's Art in the Park. We will be making an Abstract Floral Painting!Join Riverfront North Partnership and Art Xpressionz for this month's Art in the Park. We will be making abstract floral paintings. This program will be a great opportunity for children to connect with nature and art. Children will need a parent/guardian there to assist. This program is free for the first 20 participants that register. Please get a ticket for each child participating. Parents/Guardians not creating art will not need a ticket. If you register and cannot attend and

  • Flower Crowns & Community

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

    Dynamic DIY flower crown workshop includes all materials, guided meditation & reflections for your crowning glory!Join us for our 1st DIY flower crown workshop led by artist/organizer Taylor Street. This special workshop has been added to Self-Care Sunday offerings for June 18, 2023 from 1-3p. The $44.44 fee includes the cost of all materials, assistance, guided meditation and reflection. There is no better way to spend a beautiful Sunday afternoon in Historic Rittenhouse Town at the Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective. Class size is limited to 10 people so get your ticket soon. Registration must close by the 17th in

  • 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.

  • Herb’an Dad: Companion Planter

    FarmerJawn Greenery 6730 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Time & Location Jun 18, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM FarmerJawn Greenery, 6730 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119, USA About the Event Happy Father's Day! Create an awesome Companion Planter for the awesome guy in your life! Just like Dad's, Companion Plants work together to feed, support, and protect our gardens! Join us at The Greenery this weekend for a hands-on Father's Day celebration!

  • Wildlife Camp – Ages 5-7

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

    2023 Summer Camp Registration***For the safety of our animals, staff, and fellow campers, proof of covid-19 vaccination is required to attend camp. ***This camp is for your budding naturalist who is wild about wildlife. An introductory course to the world of animals and the variety of species we have around us, each day will focus on a particular topic with that day’s activities revolving around it. Children will be learning about mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates, and the ecosystems those animals live in through a variety of games, activities, crafts, live animal presentations, and even hands-on work outdoors with

  • DA COOKOUT x Dream Space

    The Sculpture Courtyard 1717 Hancock Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    It’s that time again! Turn up with us for a Juneteenth celebration at DA COOKOUT x Dream Space.We are taking over the Sculpture Courtyard for a day of Black Joy and resilience. A family reunion-style cookout like no other, with traditional BBQ food, refreshing drinks, and music provided by DJ Twin Llamas and DJ Bria G.Da Cookout x Dream Space "Da Cookout" 4th Annual Celebration" continues the tradition of creating spaces of Black Joy and celebration in Philadelphia for a one of a kind finale to Juneteenth weekend! Dream Space brings our community together to envision the future we deserve

  • Re-Member-ing Germantown Time Bank

    18 Church Ln 18 Church Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Help us kick off our upcoming relaunch!GREAT's time bank has about 100 members. In 2019, members were meeting at monthly potluck gatherings, and a website called Hourworld helped track and facilitate the exchanges.At this time we are not pushing members to "do time banking." Our dear time bank was just getting started before COVID began, which really threw off momentum. The project became quite dormant, but it still has serious potential. Through the Spring and Summer of 2023, we are breathing life back into the time bank, looking for new leaders, and will Re-Launch in the Fall of 2023. The

  • Soul Line Dancing on the River

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

    R & B Soul Line Dancing for Beginner/Intermediate Levels. You will learn dances from some oldies greatest hits to todays R&B!Join Riverfront North Partnership and Mo'Smooth this summer for R & B Soul Line Dancing along the river. These classes are for Beginner/Intermediate Levels. You will learn dances from some of oldies greatest hits to todays R&B. Line Dance Instructor: Monique aka Mo' Smooth (because every line dancer is given a name on the dance floor ☺️) Instructional dance from 6:30 - 8pm - Mondays (6 six-week session) beginning Monday, June 19th (no class on Monday, July 3rd) What you

  • Volunteer – Summer Gardening

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

    8:30 – 11:30 am
    Blossom with the season.