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

Chairman Omali Yeshitela, Uhuru Movement founder and leader on tour with his latest book "The Verdict Is In: Reparations Now!"An Evening with Chairman Omali Yeshitela, Uhuru Movement and African People's Socialist Party founder and leader, features his latest book "The Verdict is In: Reparations Now!" with testimonials from the historic1982 First World Tribunal on Reparations for African People in the U.S. As the People's Advocate, Chairman led 2 days of testimony and a panel of international judges convicted the U.S. government of genocide and found that African people are owed $4.1 trillion in reparations. This trial kickstarted the reparations movement

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!Every other Tuesday during the active volunteer season (April - October) the Arboretum hosts volunteer workdays open to the community. Each session is led by a staff member and focuses on gardening in a different area of campus. Activities will vary each week and can include but are not limited to planting, weeding, mulching, clearing invasives, and watering. The tasks required in each specific session will be announced monthly via our volunteer eNews email (sign up here). As an Arboretum volunteer, you can learn new skills, gain experience, and become a valued member of our volunteer

Join us for a story, simple craft, short walk & more. Children ages 2-5 years with an adult.This month we will be learning about the pawpaw tree and its fruit. 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

A discussion on climate change's role in biodiversity loss, and what can be done to reverse course.Canadian and Hawaiian wildfires; a bleached Great Barrier Reef; flooding in Pakistan and Nigeria; drought in Somalia; and devastating Cyclones across Malawi and Mozambique are just some of the recent climate driven natural disasters rearranging and challenging the ecosystems on which we all depend. The United Nations calls the confluence of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution a “triple planetary crisis.” A million species are at risk of extinction by 2050. Despite global calls to act, the world is suffering increasingly severe and often irreversible impacts

Partnership with the Chesapeake Bay FoundationHere at PA IPL a big planting effort is underway, and we want you to be part of it!PA IPL received requests for over 25,000 trees this Spring! We are excited to partner with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation once again to deliver as many of these requests as possible. Join us for a virtual session on September 19th at 7pm where we will learnabout the importance of planting native treeshow to plant & maintain trees you receiveand a little more about the mission to plant 10 million trees in PA by 2025We can’t wait to

Join us each month for a new adventure in natural sciences. Older Adults. FREE.Join us each month for a new adventure in natural sciences. This month we will be focusing on our largest native fruit, the pawpaw.Older Adults. FREE. 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 hiking. Photos will be taken of participants during this program for use by the Pennypack Environmental Center and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. If

Our next webinar will feature artist, founder of the Kansas Black Panther Chapter, healer, and community leader... Mama C!A NESAWG Sankofa Series WebinarNESAWG's Sankofa Series is back!In 2023, our online Sankofa Series will be lifting voices of color, focusing on our history and roots, celebrating identities and cultures, and learning from movements of resilience and change. This is part of NESAWG’s Racial Equity Transformation work in the farm & food systems.PresenterCharlotte Hill O’Neal aka Mama C aka Iya Osotunde Fasuyi is an internationally known visual artist, musician, performance artist, ATR priestess, filmmaker, poet/writer, of more than 3 decades of experience.She

Children ages 4-10 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.As the Autumn Equinox approaches, friends are invited to help me in celebrating the International Fairy Tea Party! This is a magical session for all kiddos (not just the girls!), where we will talk about the magical world of fairies & other tiny mythical creatures, design our own wings & fairy doors, search for signs of fairy magic around the grounds, and enjoy some special little treats to celebrate the magic of Play! (ages 4-10)

Join us for a free and public mushroom walkThere are limited spaces for this event so please only register if you are certain you'll attend and cancel your order if you can no longer make it. Meet us at 5pm at the corner of N 66th and Sherwood Rd by Morris Park. After a brief introduction we will head into the woods and look for mushrooms. Collecting is not permitted at this location, however we can observe, photograph, and discuss what we find along the way.Children are welcome to attend. Dogs are also welcome, but we ask you to keep

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

Women's Health and SelfcareYou nurture your partner, lover, children, employer, and community. You focus on everyone else first and let your own health suffers. Are you ready to take charge of your well-being and embrace a life of vitality and strength? Look no further, because the Women's Health Workshop is here to guide you on your journey to optimal health and happiness. Join us for an inspiring and informative event that focuses on YOU! This is an in person workshop lead by Dr. Larisa SharipovaLarisa Sharipova is a women’s lifestyle doctor, a board certified holistic health practitioner, the founder of

Making climate-friendly appropriations a priority in the Federal budgetJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on September 20 at 7:00pm for an informational session on the Appropriations Bill. We will discuss making climate-friendly appropriations a priority in the Federal budget by understanding the budgeting process and what we need to tell our officials about our care and concern for the climate.Speaker: Madison Mayhew, National IPL Federal Policy ManagerSeptember 30th is the deadline for Congress to pass a budget, so Congress will be focused on appropriations throughout the month. The appropriations/budget process is complex and a huge

Evening Crafting... and Cocktails!Open Crafting for All!The Craft Coven and Upstairs at Abyssinia are teaming up to create a monthly making sash! The third Wednesday of every month we will take over the second floor back room at 229 South 50th Street to create a pop up maker studio, with a different planned project every month. Always donation based projects, we encourage you to come out whether you want to participate with the project or just bring out your own WIP to work on with the group.June Craft: Fabric Photo Embroidery with Cassie Jones of @DigThreadsJuly Craft: Poetry Writing with

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of change! Support survivors & engage in meaningful conversation. Join WOAR's Be The Change event.Join us at the Be The Change Symposium, a thought-provoking symposium aimed at inspiring positive action towards supporting survivors and imagining the end of sexual violence in our community. This in-person gathering will take place on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Community College of Philadelphia- Winnet Building, 502 North 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130.Get ready to engage in meaningful conversations, gain valuable insights, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference. The symposium will

It's still possible to hold climate change to relatively safe levels but doing so will require revolutionary changes and global cooperation.Consumer trends and corporate practices over the past 50 years have set our planet on course for catastrophe. We stand at a key moment in the history of our planet, and our species. We have the option to make drastic changes in our lifestyle and society, or we can watch the planet pass the threshold of no return. It's our responsibility to learn what we can do and to implement change. Join Tony Buck to explore paths to a sustainable

As global warming continues to intensify, ecologically sensitive urban places are particularly prone to its consequences.As global warming continues to intensify, ecologically sensitive urban places are particularly prone to its consequences. Focusing on the world-renowned Galapagos Islands, a place experiencing meteoric growth in land- and sea-based tourism (up from 18,000 in 1980 to 271,000 in 2019) as an example, the speakers, a student/professor team engaged in Penn IUR’s Galapagos Goes Green Project, will underscore their efforts to increase public awareness about the conflict between local desires to maximize visitors and resulting induced negative effects (e.g., uncontrolled urban growth, increased use

Learn about insects in the meadow by using nets to catch and identify. Also take pictures of pollinators for citizen science project.By the end of summer, insects are in great abundance in the meadows. Enjoy using nets to catch and identify various species. We will also look for late flowering plants and animals in the meadow. Take pictures of what you find to enter in the PARKS FOR POLLINATORS BIOBLITZ, a citizen science project.

Join us for our next in-person meetup with the Philly Hardware Meetup group! Location: NextFab North Philly 1800 N. American St., Philadelphia Parking lot ——————– Agenda 5:30-6:00 pm: Arrive, mingle, grab some food and a beverage 6:00-6:15 pm: Opening remarks 6:15-7:00 pm: Guest Speakers + Q&A with the audience 7:00-7:30 pm: Open Mic. Anyone in attendance can give a demo or short presentation on their hardware product, startup, or project. 7:30-8:30 pm: Mix, mingle, and close out the night. ——————– Thank you to our partners for helping make this event! NextFab is a membership-based makerspace at the heart of Philly’s hardware

Explore recent research on the pollination strategy and fly pollinator of pawpaw.THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21Flowers, Flies, and Fermentation: The Pollination Ecology of Pawpaw7:00 – 8:30 PMKate Goodrich, Ph.D., Professor of Biology, Widener UniversityThe pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a fascinating local tree that produces the largest native fruits in North America. Pawpaw was widely known and consumed by indigenous people and early colonists, but it is less well-known today. Biologist Kate Goodrich will share her recent research on the pollination strategy of this tree, and the fly species responsible for pollination—and fruit set—of pawpaw. She’ll also share some of the historical and

Join urban farm educator Ericka Stewart to learn more about urban farm marketing at a food hub to support healthy community food access.(Pre-registration required at least 24 hours in advance to participate in the event)Join urban farm educator Ericka Stewart to learn more about urban farm marketing at the Philly Foodworks food hub to support healthy community food access.

Lancaster Farmland Trust invites you to celebrate the harvest season in Lancaster County!Join us on a preserved farm to learn about the importance of agriculture in Lancaster County. Featuring fall festivities and fun for all ages:Learn more about farmland preservation and conservation with hands-on activitiesListen to live music by Matt WengerHop on a wagon tour of the farmGet cozy around the fire pit with friends and familyPick your own pumpkins and explore a 10-acre corn mazePlay complimentary yard games & more!Elizabeth Farm's kitchen and bar will be vending tasty treats, as well as local beer, wine, and fall-themed cocktails to

50th Anniversary celebration at the Weavers Way Chestnut Hill!Join members, staff and neighbors to celebrate the Coop's Golden anniversary. Have a drink and a delicious bite to eat with your friends from the Coop. We will also have yummy food generously donated by few businesses on the Ave.The Happy Hour is scheduled on 9/22 from 5-7pm.

Bring your own picnic basket and Pick Your Own Flowers from our flower fields & snuggle with our young goats.Bring your own picnic basket and everything you need for a perfect picnic. We have tables and chairs set up next to our horse pasture for you to use. You can enjoy our beautiful white horses while you enjoy your dinner. Flowers are a must for the perfect picnic. You can create your own bouquet to enjoy during dinner and take home afterwards. We have Sunflowers, Zinnias, Dahlias and Snapdragons.You will have the chance to snuggle with our young goats.You can

Join us for Brazilian musical masterpiece—that kicked off the int'l bossa nova craze—as part of cinéSPEAK Under the Stars at Clark Park 2023cinéSPEAK Under the Stars at Clark Park 2023 is produced thanks to generous on-going support from Independence Public Media Foundation. **This event will feature a Be Reel Black Cinema Club meet-up** —Since 2017, The Be Reel Black Cinema Club has been disrupting the myth that Black cinema is rare + inaccessible by supporting Black films and filmmakers, one monthly meet-up at a time. Follow @BeReelBlackCinemaClub **EVENT FLOW**COME EARLY! SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES. Food trucks, community partners and vendors will

Come celebrate with DVAA for our first ever Collective Market, a space for care, craft, and community!Come celebrate with DVAA for our first ever Collective Market, a space for care, craft, and community! Not only will the market be a chance for local businesses and artists to share and sell their work, the Collective Market will provide shared resources to ensure our collective well being. Narcan and first-aid training will be on site and we’ll also have free food and music to nurture both our bodies and our souls! We’re exchanging skills, knowledge, and art for the betterment of our

Get ready for a buzzing night out at the Lancaster Ave Night Market (Pop-Up Shop Edition) on September 22, 2023, SHOP TIL YOU DROP Lancaster Ave Night Market Pop-Up Shop EventThe Lancaster Ave Night Market Pop-Up Shop Event is a vibrant and engaging community gathering that brings together local businesses and entrepreneurs to showcase their products and services. Hosted at four different venues along Lancaster Ave, including SKS Event, Plush Events Venue, Kanvas, and Foundation Events, this event promises a unique shopping experience for attendees.Date: Friday, September 22ndTime: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PMLocation: Lancaster Ave (Between 3800-4300), Philadelphia4 LOCATIONS -The

What could be better than enjoying a glass (or two) with your furry best friend by your side? We're celebrating our beloved companions all weekend long with local vendors, live music, and specials! Come camera ready for a weekend full of treats including a photographer, charcuterie for you and barkcuterie for your pup from Whattaboard, local pet boutique, and pup cups from Ritas! We're keeping your glass full with Puppy Wine Flights and Packs and Puppy Wine Packs ($55 for all 3 bottles) with 10% of purchases going back to Dachshund Rescue of Bucks County & NJ! Things To Know

Join Bob Thomas, Chair of the Philadelphia Historical Commission for a walk along Darby Creek and through the Heinz Refuge.By Train to the 1654 Morton Homestead and the John Heinz National Wildlife RefugeDid you know you can reach both ends of the Heinz Wildlife Refuge by train? Join Bob Thomas, Chair of the Philadelphia Historical Commission, on a walk to the 1654 Morton Homestead along Darby Creek and through the adjacent wildlife refuge. Our tour begins with coffee and snacks at 30th Street Station, then a train ride to Prospect Park where we begin our walk past several fascinating and

Mothers, gather your family and meet us beneath the trees for our 3rd Annual family wellness retreat.Black Girls With Green Thumbs calls mothers from across the Philadelphia region to gather together to release and unwind. On Sunday, September 23rd we invite you and your children to immerse yourself in nature for the 3rd Annual They Didn't Know We Were Seeds: Family Wellness Retreat. At the retreat you and your family will: be free to let go nurture curiositybreak through loneliness Together with other women and their children, you will enjoy a beautiful day of restoration and exploration in the woodlands

Learn about the public art and historic properties in Rittenhouse Square, then see the original documents at the Historical Society of PA.Rittenhouse Square, established in William Penn’s original plan for the city but developed 200 years later in the 19th century, has long been a gathering place for city dwellers of all ages and interests. Featuring public art sculptures set amid designed spaces by architect Paul Cret, the paths and grassy areas attract artists, photographers, families and vendors. Join education staff from the Association for Public Art and the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to learn about the early development of

We're celebrating the opening of a new trail segment with an all ages 4-mile bike ride out and back along the K&T TrailBring your bike and join Riverfront North, Philadelphia Police 15th District, Bicycle Coalition and Rep. Joe Hohenstein for an all-ages community bike ride along the K&T Trail to celebrate the recent opening of a key segment. This will be a 4 mile out and back ride that will start and end at the Frankford Boat Launch. After the ride, light refreshments will be served as you take in the beautiful riverfront views.

Enjoy a walk around the meadow and take photos of bees, hummingbirds, flies, and other insects that you see pollinating late summer flowers.To draw attention to the importance of pollinators and native plants, the National Recreation and Parks Association has created a BioBlitz for the month of September. This BioBlitz is a time to record as many sightings of pollinator species and the plants they visit as possible. If you are competitive, our Park can compete with other parks!Enjoy a walk around the meadow and take photos of bees, hummingbirds, flies, and other insects that you see pollinating late summer

Create botanical art in guided steps with Margaret Saylor.SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 From Drawing to Painting: Botanical Art as a Process 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator Create botanical art in guided steps with Margaret Saylor. Capture a botanical subject in a simple line drawing; then transfer it to watercolor paper and create a painting. Learn how to correct a drawing and select watercolors to build a palette, and explore painting techniques that suit your style and subject. All levels welcome; some drawing experience helpful but not necessary. A recommended materials list is available for review

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!

Yoga themed story time while learning poses and participating in activities inspired by World Peace Day.Join us for story time and activities inspired by World Peace Day. We will be practicing poses, singing, and playing games to celebrate the day. Everyone will be encouraged to pose along with our songs and stories, so don't forget to bring your own yoga mat or towel.

New Ridge Brewing Co. is hosting Roxborough's first beer fest this fall! 20+ Local breweries! Live music! Pig roast from Green Meadow Farm!Join New Ridge Brewing Co. for an afternoon of beers & cheers at TAPS UNDER THE TOWERS, on Saturday, September 23, 2023! We will be announcing the list of 20+ breweries soon! Every ticket comes with a 5oz tasting glass for UNLIMITED pours from 1-5pm! **Portion of proceeds will benefit Friends of the Wissahickon! We love our neighborhood, and this organization conserves, improves, and promotes wellbeing for over 1,800 acres of Wissahickon Valley Park. We've all spent quality

Learn about honey bees up close in this open hive talkHave you been curious about the colorful boxes around the perimeter of Stenton? They are the home of our bee colony that makes quite delicious honey! Learn all about honeybees, urban beekeeping, and the benefits of local honey with Stenton’s Caretaker and Beekeeper Jeff Eckel.

Nature’s vivid palette is in the autumn transition at Andalusia! Toast the occasion with Horticulturist Kristin Biddle on a guided tour of the formal gardens along the banks of the scenic Delaware River for the final Champagne Garden Tour of the 2023 season. The tour begins on the grand porch of the Historic House with a glass of champagne and light refreshments. Upon conclusion, guests are invited to relax or stroll the lush acreage at Andalusia.

Please join us for a very special literary event celebrating ANYBODY HOME? (Blue Edge, 2023), the poetry debut from Kay Cosgrove. This event is made possible thanks to donations from our annual fundraiser. The poems in Kay Cosgrove’s first collection are driven by curiosity – about herself, the world, and her place in it. Witty and elegantly restrained, they ask the question: how do we live the lives we’ve made for ourselves? Cosgrove roams from barrooms to checkout lines to the enigma of motherhood; she is a teenager responsible for a sack-of-flour-as-a-baby, and then an adult driving a teenage babysitter home.

Join our Spa Essentials DIY Workshop, where you'll learn the art of crafting luxurious bath salts, bath scrubs, and ambiance-setting candlesJoin our Spa Essentials DIY Workshop, where you'll learn the art of crafting luxurious bath salts, bath scrubs, and ambiance-setting candles for your home.In our workshop, we use a blend of salts, dried flowers and greens, and essential oils to create personalized spa products. These ingredients offer relaxation, visual appeal, and delightful scents for your bath salts, scrubs, and candles.At the end of the Spa Essentials DIY Workshop, you'll have a collection of handcrafted bath salts, scrubs, and candles. These

Join us for a morning of field work on the farm! Get your hands in the dirt & help with planting, weeding, mulching, harvesting, and/or moreYou will be working with Akiva (he/him), the Farm Manager at Henry Got Crops, as well as potentially other Weavers Way farmers, co-op members completing working member shifts, and other volunteers. Field work generally involves kneeling, squatting, or bending over for extended periods of time and being exposed to the elements and the outdoors, i.e. sun, rain, bugs, mud, etc. We encourage taking breaks, drinking lots of water, and doing only what feels right for

Join us at Triple Bottom Brewery for yoga hosted by Tula yoga and a pint after, because it's all about balance!Join us for an all levels yoga class in our tap room and enjoy a complimentary beer or mocktail after. Bring your own mat, class from 11-12, please arrive 10-15 minutes prior for check in.$25 per Class or $60 for Three of the Summer Series Package - 4/16, 5/7, 6/11, 7/16, 8/20 & 9/17.

Participate in a hands on workshop processing our flax crop from retted straw into golden spinnable fiber destined to become fine linenMake and take home a braided flax fiber piece and learn all about flax in Pennsylvania.This hands on workshop is a great chance to learn about how flax becomes linen from seed to cloth. Meet the founders of Pa Flax Project, ask all the questions, enjoy an autumn afternoon at the farm and share light snacks. Great for all ages.

Connect with a cosmic collection of all-natural gemstones that encourage release, relaxation, and so much more!SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24Gemstone Bracelets for Release & Relaxation1:00 – 2:30 PMJessica O’Connell, Owner, Beads of a FeatherWith the changing of seasons, we are reminded of the importance of transition and the restoration that can be found in all phases. Together we will take time to soak into the present, aiding to release what is no longer needed in order to grow and move forward. After brief education and guided meditation, connect with a cosmic collection of all-natural gemstones that encourage release, relaxation, and so much

Support local artists and enjoy a day of live music, food, and floral crowns.Join us for a day of celebrating local Philadelphia artists. Learn more about what our 2022 Artists in Residence have been up to. Chat with our visual artist, Sarah Peoples as she leads groups through her interactive outdoor art pieces. Our teaching artists Marvin Hickman and Marcellus Armstrong are bringing back their famous floral crowns for a drop-in workshop. Watch highlights of Gnome Core created by our performance artist, Alex Tatarsky. Shop wares of local artists and don’t miss live music by folk rock band, Stella Ruze.

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

Join us for the first-ever Spanish-language film series in the park!SCHEDULE: 9/24: Maya and the Three 6–8 PM: Mercado – food trucks/vendors at the boathouse lawn 7 PM: Movie starts on the main lawn 10/8: Vivo 11 AM–7 PM: Mercado de Latinas – food and craft vendors at the boathouse (inside/front lawn) 6:30 PM: Movie starts on the main lawn 10/15: Coco 11 AM–7 PM: Mercado de Latinas – food and craft vendors at the boathouse (inside/front lawn) 6:30 PM: Movie starts on the main lawn HORARIO: 24 de septiembre: Maya y los Tres 6–8 PM: Mercado – camiones de

Learn how to ride safely in a city!Learn how to ride safely in a city! Led by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, Indego, the Better Bike Share Partnership and The City of Philadelphia, this workshop will cover:• Bike laws and rules of the road • Bicycling etiquette • How to use Indego • Riding in traffic safely • Proper helmet usage • Choosing a route Enter the Parkway Central Library through the Wood Street Entrance. The event will be held in the Heim Center, Room 131/132.

hands-on creative event, in which the participants will craft a floral arrangements using pumpkins as unique and seasonal containersThe Pumpkin Floral Arrangement is a hands-on and creative event, in which the participants will craft a floral arrangements using pumpkins as unique and seasonal containers. You will pick fresh flowers from our own flower garden.We are providing all necessary materials for you to create a personalized fall-themed floral pumpkin arrangements.Join us for a cozy and comforting fall activities and enjoy this beautiful season.*** Photography: Robert Ban: https://unsplash.com/de/@rgb26

Join writer Drew Philp and artist John Jarboe for a conversation about the role of individuals in community preservation and revitalization.Presented in partnership with MGA Partners, an award-winning, women-owned architectural firm located near Carpenters' Hall, "Arriving, Staying, Leaving: the Idea of Home" will feature two nationally acclaimed figures, writer Drew Philp and performer and artist John Jarboe. Together they will explore the themes of "arriving," staying," and "leaving" a place as personal decisions that collectively affect a place's history and trajectory. Drew Philp is the author of A $500 House in Detroit: Rebuilding an Abandoned Home and an American City.

Celebrate Center City’s newest public space and its signature mural, Cradle, by Lisbon-based artist Diogo Machado.Help celebrate Center City’s newest public space and its signature mural, Cradle, by Lisbon-based artist Diogo Machado! Cradle is an awe-inspiring artwork that embodies the essence of Philadelphia’s unique character. The mural, made of imported ceramic tilework, features playful references to Philadelphia’s storied history as a city of many firsts, while drawing on centuries of tile-making tradition from the artist’s native country, Portugal, as re-inspired by the nearby Moravian Pottery and Tile Works. Mural Arts and East Market for a happy hour event dedicated to

Join an Aquamation Tour followed by a cozy conversation at Laurel Hill - an engaging networking event you don't want to miss!Aquamation & Conversation at Laurel HillJoin us for an evening of networking and learning as Green Philly embarks on a remarkable journey to the Aquamation Center at Laurel Hill West. The Tour will be followed by conversation and wine and cheese.Aquamation, also known as Alkaline Hydrolysis, is a gentle, eco-friendly, and water-based (flameless) process. Laurel Hill's Aquamation Center uses a combination of water flow, temperature, and alkalinity to accelerate nature’s process. It releases no greenhouse gases and has only

Join YPE Philly for a networking happy hour and panel discussion on the challenges, innovations, and policies shaping Philadelphia's GridJoin YPE Philly for a discussion on the future of Philadelphia’s transforming electrical grid. We will explore the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to a clean energy future, and discuss how Philadelphia can lead the way. The panelists will cover the benefits of electrifying the utility grid, the obstacles that lie ahead, and the policy of how Philadelphia is making electrification a reality.Panelist Lineup:1) Dave Smith, Director of Energy Services | Burns Engineering2) Anne Tyska, Sustainability Manager | SEPTA3) Dom McGraw,

As fall comes rolling in, it's important to check in with yourself! We are inviting young adults (ages 18-30) to join us for a peaceful hikeAs fall comes rolling in, it's important to check in with yourself! We are inviting young adults (ages 18-30) to join us for a peaceful hike on the trails and a meditation session with a discussion about tips & tricks on handling stress and anxiety. Note: this is not a therapy session, and we are NOT licensed physicians. FREE.Parking is available at the center with additional street parking. The center, bathrooms, and picnic areas are

Learn how to maintain and restore wooden windows at our hands-on workshop with the Fairmount Park Conservancy building conservation teamSenior staff from the building conservation team at the Fairmount Park Conservancy will share best practices for restoring and maintaining traditional wood windows. Anatomy of old window components, weatherization, product recommendations, lead paint capture, and how-to demonstrations will be shared from the viewpoint of preservation trades professionals. This workshop is meant to add clarity to common wood window issues and the process and materials needed for each type of repair.

In Their Own Words: Letters from the Valley Forge Encampment Continental Army soldiers wrote lots of letters during the long winter in Valley Forge in 1777-78. Many of those letters survive, and they tell a valuable story about love, hardship and perseverance during a time of war. Come hear scholar and author Nancy Loane talk about that and more at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 26, at Historic Waynesborough in Paoli. A former ranger at Valley Forge National Historical Park and the author of Following the Drum: Women at the Valley Forge Encampment, Loane will highlight some of the fascinating and

A discussion with experts on the possibility of the de-escalation of nuclear threats amid growing geopolitical tensions.The Doomsday Clock, a measure of how close humanity is to destroying itself, implies that we are closer to apocalypse than ever before. Russian nuclear threats continue in Ukraine, with a nuclear power plant trapped in the war zone. The suspension of New START and growing civilian stockpiles of plutonium are additional stressors. Meanwhile, great powers continue to expand and modernize their nuclear arsenals, further raising the stakes. The impacts of a nuclear accident, meltdown, or attack will reverberate around the world, undermining our

Children ages 7-12 are welcome to discover our newly redesigned outdoor play space and participate in nature and arts-based activities.Just for the older kiddos, ages 7-12, this session will provide an opportunity to explore a variety of art materials, to create their own self-portraits on canvas, using different techniques & mediums! Take a break from the usual back to school & sports routines, and join me for lots of experimenting, and loads of creative self-expression & discovery! Bring 1 black and white photo of yourself to the session & paint/draw/collage yourself into a world of your own design, real or

Przemek Walczak will lead a walk that studies native herbaceous and woody plants: their identification, habit, and culture.Approach gardening with a focus on adding ecological value and beauty to your landscape. Chanticleer Horticulturist Przemek Walczak will lead a walk that studies native herbaceous and woody plants: their identification, habit, and culture. Przemek will give insight on how to incorporate native plants into a designed area and will discuss plant selection and placement. Instructor BioPrzemek Walczak has been a Chanticleer Horticulturist since 1996. Over the course of 20 years, he has developed a native woodland garden along Bell’s Run Creek. The garden

Get ahead of this cold and flu season! Learn from Pam Gilly natural ways to boost your immune system!Get ahead of cold season using homeopathy! Classical homeopath, Pam Gilly will once again give consumers some “Go To” tips to head off the sniffles and teach people how to choose which homeopathic remedies to try to help the body help itself through the flu and achoos! Homeopathy, a wellness modality that assists the body’s own ability of self-healing, is a great holistic choice to try along with natural health strengthening supplements like vitamin c, d3, elderberry and zinc. Ms. Gilly’s talk

Archives offer endless inspiration for artists’ work. Hear from two who have collaborated on a new print based in HSP’s collection.Artist Mel Edwards has drawn inspiration from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania’s collections. In collaboration with Raven Fine Art Editions, Edwards has created Vision and Purpose I, II, III, and IV, a serigraph art print. In creating the work, Edwards made use of HSP’s collections related to Father Divine (1877-1965), a religious leader and founder of the International Peace Mission. Join us as Raven founder and artist Curlee R. Holton discusses the project with Edwards, sharing insights on how contemporary

Please join Circular Philadelphia, Affexco Global and Vicinity Energy for a seminar on change management and tour of Vicinity's facility.Circular Philadelphia has established an exciting partnership with AFFEXCO Global—an international team of coaches that work with start-ups, small and midsize enterprises, and larger businesses worldwide to become stronger and more attractive for investors while supporting them towards more sustainable performance.Join us on Thursday, September 28, 2023, for a seminar on change management for growing organizations led by AFFEXCO coaches Alan Scholnick and Steve Stave and hosted by Vicinity Energy at their Philadelphia facility. Attendees will learn:What makes a leader.The difference