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SUMMARY:Uncle Bobbie's X Joshua Myers & Bedour Alagraa - Of Black Study
DESCRIPTION:Join Uncle Bobbie’s as we welcome professors\, Joshua Myers and Bedour Alagraa for a critical discussion  on the role of study and thought.\n\n\nJoin us for an intimate and poignatnt conversation between professors and writers Joshua Myers and Bedour Alagraa that considers the role of study and thought amid the current crisis. \nDrawing from Myers’s Of Black Study and Alagraa’s forthcoming The Interminable Catastrophe the conversation explores the ways that Blackness can more than respond to antagonism but reshape how we understand the terms. \nAn indepth Q&A and book signing will follow the conversation. \nAttendees will get an exclusive in-store discount. \n——– \nAbout the book: \nOf Black Study explores how the ideas of Black intellectuals created different ways of thinking and knowing in their pursuit of conceptual and epistemological freedom. \nJoshua Myers explores the work of thinkers who broke with the racial and colonial logics of academic disciplinarity. Bookended by meditations with June Jordan and Toni Cade Bambara\, the book focuses on how W.E.B. Du Bois\, Sylvia Wynter\, Jacob Carruthers and Cedric Robinson contributed to Black Studies approaches to knowledge production within and beyond Western structures of knowledge. \nEspecially geared toward understanding the contemporary evolution of Black Studies in the neoliberal university\, Of Black Study allows us to consider the stakes of intellectual freedom and the path toward a new world. \n \nBios: \nJoshua Myers is an Associate Professor of Africana Studies in the Department of Afro-American Studies at Howard University. He is the author of Holy Ghost Key\, the winner of the 2023 Naomi Long Madgett Poetry Prize (Broadside Lotus Press\, 2024)\, Of Black Study (Pluto\, 2023)\, Cedric Robinson: The Time of the Black Radical Tradition (Polity\, 2021)\, and We Are Worth Fighting For: A History of the Howard University Student Protest of 1989 (NYU Press\, 2019)\, as well as the editor of A Gathering Together: Literary Journal. \nBedour Alagraa is an Assistant Professor of Black Political and Social Theory in the department of African and African Diaspora Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. Currently she’s working on a manuscript entitled The Interminable Catastrophe: Fatal Liberalisms\, Plantation Logics\, and Black Political Life in the Wake of Disaster. \n \n—— \nDoors open at 6pm \nAll sales are final. \nSeating is General Admission. \nChildren older than 5-years old need a ticket for entry.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/uncle-bobbies-x-joshua-myers-bedour-alagraa-of-black-study/
LOCATION:Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books\, 5445 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Microscopic Life of Pennsylvania Waters
DESCRIPTION:Discover fascinating microscopic creatures\, including some found in water samples taken at Jenkins!\n\n\nTHURSDAY\, MAY 15 \nThe Microscopic Life of Pennsylvania Waters \n7:00–8:30 PM \nJohn Lisowski\, PA Master Naturalist and Avid Microscopist \nThe ponds\, lakes\, and streams of Pennsylvania are alive with creatures too small to be seen by the naked eye. Enjoy a brief introductory presentation on light microscopy and highlights\, followed by real-world examples of footage taken through the microscope.  \nDiscover fascinating microscopic creatures\, including some found in water samples taken at Jenkins! Learn why these tiny organisms are important to us and how you can begin your own exploration of the microscopic world. \nFree of charge | Virtual event (a Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to lecture date) \nNOTE – this lecture WILL NOT be recorded; live Zoom option on 5/15 only \nThis virtual lecture is a part of our Third Thursday Lecture series
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-microscopic-life-of-pennsylvania-waters/
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SUMMARY:Growing the Next Generation of Land Stewards: Purple Martin Nesting Colony
DESCRIPTION:This program series will encourage and enable diverse communities to get more involved in local conservation efforts\n\n\nHere is an opportunity for adults in our community to learn how to bring people and nature together.  \nWe’re excited to welcome Dr. Todd Klawinski from the Delaware Nature Society for the first in a three-part speaker series focused on community conservation! \nTodd will share how adults can get more involved in local environmental efforts and make a real difference for the next generation. “With guidance from professional land stewards and environmental educators\, this program series will encourage and enable diverse communities to get more involved in local conservation efforts right in our own neighborhoods.” \nCome be inspired\, get connected\, and take that first step toward helping to ensure a lasting legacy of community-based conservation!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/growing-the-next-generation-of-land-stewards-purple-martin-nesting-colony-2/
LOCATION:Wild Birds Unlimited\, 100 Evergreen Drive\, Glen Mills\, PA\, 19342\, United States
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SUMMARY:Intro to Zine-making and Bookbinding
DESCRIPTION:Make your own zine at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library in West Philadelphia.\n\n\nAbout this event \nDo you have a story to tell\, information to share\, or art/poems to display? Join this Zine-Making and Bookbinding Workshop\, no experience is required! Zines are a great way of sharing your ideas with your community\, and we’ll work together to craft your zine! \nThis class will focus on creating a zine out of your idea\, covering how to make zines and bind small books. We’ll learn how to make 3 styles of zines. and 2 bookbinding styles. You can decide what matches your project best and by the end of class\, you’ll have a finished zine\, several blank zines and small books\, and knowledge of how to produce more copies! \nPlease note: We require all visitors to the Soapbox to wear masks\, regardless of their vaccination status. The instructor reserves the right to ask you to leave if you do not comply. \nAbout the instructor \nBread Tarleton is an award-winning cartoonist and zine-maker based in Philadelphia. They are a graduate of The Center for Cartoon Studies\, where they taught classes in Zine-making and Comics Publication\, and received an MFA in Cartooning. They are currently a fellow at The Soapbox Community Print Shop and the book editor at A.B.O. Comix\, a publisher that puts out the work of Incarcerated LGBTQ+ people. Their next book Soften the Blow is coming out with Fieldmouse Press in 2024. \nCost \n$40 for Current Soapbox Members/$45 for Non-Members \nPlus a $15 materials fee that covers paper\, thread\, and use of all tools and equipment.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/intro-to-zine-making-and-bookbinding-4/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, United States
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SUMMARY:15 Year Celebration: Powered Up + Charged
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor the creativity\, generosity\, and deep community spirit that have fueled a decade and a half of impact!\n\n\n15 Year Celebration: Powered Up + Charged \nJoin us on May 15\, 2025\, for a high-energy celebration of CultureWorks’ 15th anniversary—15 years on the 15th! We’re coming together to honor the creativity\, generosity\, and deep community spirit that have fueled a decade and a half of impact. \nThis event also marks the final day of our Lightning Round Campaign\, a fundraiser supporting 90+ nonprofit leading transformative work across the region. \nCelebrate with us through: \n\nLocal eats\nMeeting member projects who are part of the Lightning Round campaign\nGiveaways and swag\nAnd more!\n\nHelp us celebrate 15 years by donating to one – or several – of the 90+ nonprofit projects who call CultureWorks home TODAY!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/15-year-celebration-powered-up-charged/
LOCATION:CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia\, 1315 Walnut Street\, Suite 300\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T150000
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SUMMARY:OPEN GYM Hours @ Design Gym
DESCRIPTION:EXPLORE DESIGN to exercise your curiosity\, creativity\, and continuous learning through a self-guided experience. Walk-ins welcome.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/open-gym-hours-design-gym-24/
LOCATION:Design Gym LLC\, 1714 N. Mascher Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Raise a Glass: Iron Hill Celebrates American Craft Beer Week  with $5 Signature Pints on May 15
DESCRIPTION:Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is celebrating American Craft Beer Week in the best way possible\, with $5 Signature Pints all day long on Thursday\, May 15! This is the perfect opportunity to explore the most award-winning craft beer lineup on the East Coast.\nGuests can enjoy $5 pours of Iron Hill’s acclaimed Signature Draft Beers\, including:\n• Brambleberry\n• Iron Hill Light Lager\n• Philly Phavorite IPA\n• Philly Phresh\n• Pig Iron Porter\n• Vienna Red Lager\n• Hometown Tap
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/raise-a-glass-iron-hill-celebrates-american-craft-beer-week-with-5-signature-pints-on-may-15/
LOCATION:iron hill brewery & restaurant
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T143000
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SUMMARY:Managing Invasives: Section A
DESCRIPTION:Is your landscape being invaded by overly aggressive plants? Examine the problems caused by invasive plants and discover management strategies for controlling them. Learn how to identify common invasive weeds and how to distinguish them from similar-looking native species. See invasive-plant management techniques and restoration strategies in practice in Mt. Cuba’s natural lands. Outdoor learning may include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. These classes are rain or shine.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Three Thursdays: 5/1 through 5/15.\nAbout the Instructors:\nEllen Lake\, PhD\, is the Director of Conservation and Research at Mt. Cuba Center. She taught environmental education and was the Education Director at the Brandywine and Red Clay Valley Associations. Ellen has a master’s degree in Entomology and Ph.D. in Entomology and Wildlife Ecology from the University of Delaware\, where she researched biological control of mile-a-minute weed and how to integrate weed management techniques to restore plant communities. Ellen has extensive experience researching insect-plant interactions\, including work for the USDA in the Greater Everglades ecosystem.\nNate Shampine\, CERP\, is Mt. Cuba Center’s Natural Lands Manager responsible for implementing land conservation practices through the creation and maintenance of healthy\, functional ecosystems. He is a graduate of SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry\, and he is also a Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner through the Society for Ecological Restoration.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/managing-invasives-section-a/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
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SUMMARY:Spring Ephemeral Wildflower Wander
DESCRIPTION:Wander with us through the ever-changing array of blooms along the wooded trails and open meadows of Saunders Woods and the Bridlewild Trails. Preserve Manager Luke Hamilton will lead this spring stroll\, pointing out ephemeral wildflowers growing at Saunders Woods and nearby public trails and highlighting the beauty of this charming Main Line preserve.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/spring-ephemeral-wildflower-wander/
LOCATION:Saunders Woods Preserve\, 1020 Waverly Road\, Gladwyne\, PA\, 19035
CATEGORIES:general,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
DTSTAMP:20250428T132625Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T132625Z
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SUMMARY:Native Planters
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a rewarding journey as a Volunteer Native Planter\, where you’ll connect with like-minded individuals\, refine your gardening expertise\, and delve into the world of native plants. By tending to the Courtyard Garden and Front Entrance Garden at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, you’ll enhance beauty and biodiversity of this important landscape.\nTools are provided\, but feel free to bring your own. Remember your water bottle\, to wear sturdy shoes\, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!Volunteer Native Planters meet every Thursday\, April 17 to October 30\, from 10am-12pm.\nRegistration recommended to stay connected with weather updates. Walk-ins welcome!\nSign Up
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/native-planters-7/
LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T093000
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SUMMARY:Richard's Rambles: Woodland Splendor
DESCRIPTION:FOR ADULTS (18+) AND TEENS AGES 15-17\nThe stunning backbone of the Native Woodland Walk and North Woods was established over 75 years ago when Dr. Wister planted rhododendrons among the deciduous trees—many of which still thrive today. Later additions include flowering shrubs and trees\, while spring ephemerals and perennials carpet the ground. We’ve timed this Ramble to coincide with the flowering of our pawpaw trees\, the nesting of spring birds\, and bursts of color you will see at every turn.\nThere’s more to discover in Tyler’s 650 acres. Join Dr. Richard Brenner for a walk through the various eco-communities at Tyler. From seasonal wonders\, living fossils\, meadows\, watery locations\, geological treasures\, conservation areas\, and unexpected wildlife\, Richard will expertly guide you to prime areas for an experience you will remember. Expertise from others will often be on hand for a more in-depth exploration. These rambles are for those who have a love for nature\, exploring\, and learning. While a description of each Ramble is posted in advance\, we reserve the right to make last-minute changes\, including adjustments for weather and trail conditions. Bring your reusable water bottle and dress for the weather\, including sturdy shoes. Long pants and bug spray for tick prevention are recommended. \nUpon arrival\, please check in first at the Visitor Center\, where you’ll then meet your guide.\nPRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED \nMEMBERS (sign in for your discount!): FREE\nNON-MEMBERS: $18 per Adult; $10 per Teen (ages 15-17). The fee includes admission\, so feel free to stay the day!\nGUEST PASS HOLDERS (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in or let them know you are arriving with a Family or higher-level member as their guest.\nA registered adult must accompany teens. The fee is for each adult and each teen.\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/richards-rambles-woodland-splendor/
CATEGORIES:Tours and Explorations
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SUMMARY:Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Together with a favorite grown-up\, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks\, art\, music and stories as part of the hands-on\, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning.\n$20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership.\nRegister Now
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sprouts-54/
LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Volunteer Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Meeting location TBD\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Trail work: using long-handled tools\, moving heavy objects\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Drain-clearing: carrying and using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/thursday-volunteer-service-day-18/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Art & Connect: Open Call for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:What inspires you in nature\, and how do you connect with and express this inspiration?  \nNatural Lands’ NextGen Council invites artists (18+) of all backgrounds and mediums to submit their work for Art & Connect\, a juried exhibition to be held this November with our partners at the Da Vinci Art Alliance gallery in Philadelphia. We are seeking creative expressions inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey—with a special interest in pieces that reflect your connection to Natural Lands’ preserved properties.  \nFrom painting to poetry\, sculpture to spoken word\, all forms of original artwork are welcome. Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned creator\, we want to see how nature moves you.  \nInterested in the exhibit and want to stay in the loop? Sign up to receive event alerts and more.   \nDeadline to Submit: Friday\, August 1\, 2025   \nThis event is hosted by Natural Lands’ NextGen Council\, a group of passionate advocates in their 20s–40s working to help Natural Lands reach younger and more diverse communities. The exhibit is a celebration of creativity\, conservation\, and the power of connection.   \nQuestions? Contact Martha Moore at Natural Lands. Scroll down for a link to submit and more guidelines/details. \nLet nature inspire your art—and share it with the world.   \nInterested in seeing the art show? Save the date and stay tuned to join us at the Opening Reception at DaVinci Art Alliance on Thursday\, November 13.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/art-connect-open-call-for-submissions/
CATEGORIES:general,NextGen
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T203000
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SUMMARY:Engaging Our Empathy\, Developing Our Confidence: a Workshop for Palestine
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this critical workshop as we struggle together to heed the cries of humanity.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/engaging-our-empathy-developing-our-confidence-a-workshop-for-palestine/
LOCATION:525 E Gay St\, 525 East Gay Street\, West Chester\, PA\, 19380\, United States
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SUMMARY:UnOrthodox Yoga  at Lardner's Point Park - ALL AGES
DESCRIPTION:UnOrthodox Yoga is back on the riverfront at Lardner’s Point Park.  All ages\, gentle flow class led by an experienced local instructor.\n\n\nGet your zen on with some local yoga! Hosted by instructor Violet Vine Yoga along the riverfront at Lardner’s Point Park (5202 Levick Street). One all-ages class will be offered this session at 6:30pm. Yoga will be located on the paved pavilion area of the park so thick mats or a blanket are recommended. Time on the knees will be minimal. \n*Bring your own mat\, some available if needed \nFree\, but donations are welcome.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/unorthodox-yoga-at-lardners-point-park-all-ages-5/
LOCATION:Lardners Point Park\, 5202 Levick Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19135\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bats and Your Backyard Habitat (Online)
DESCRIPTION:These little flying mammals are great hunters of insects\, eating more than 600 mosquitoes per hour! Learn about the eight species of bats native to Delaware\, where they live\, and how to include suitable shelters and landscape elements for bats in your yard. \nThis program takes place online Wednesday\, May 14\, 2025. \n About the Instructor: \nKesha Braunskill is a licensed wildlife rehabilitator and founder of the nonprofit organization\, Delaware Bat Rehabilitation and Conservation (DBRC). Kesha has a professional background in wildlife\, ecology and urban forestry. DBRC’s mission is to rehabilitate injured and orphaned bats in Delaware. Every year the organization fields over 100 calls from the public and rescues and rehabilitates dozens of bats around the state providing them with veterinary care with the goal to release then back to the wild. Jointly with rehabilitation\, DBRC aims to increase public awareness around the importance of conservation and stewardship of our natural lands which is key to healthy habitats for wildlife. DBRC is committed to connecting with the public through community engagement and education programing \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/bats-and-your-backyard-habitat-online/
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SUMMARY:Valley Talk - Fingerspan Bridge: A Community Story with Jody Pinto
DESCRIPTION:Photo courtesy of Wayne Cozzolino 1987 for the Association of Public Art\nJoin Friends of the Wissahickon and the iconic Philadelphia artist behind the Wissahickon’s own Fingerspan Bridge\, Jody Pinto\, to close FOW’s spring Valley Talk series. If you’ve walked along the Orange Trail south of Livezey Dam\, you’ve been transported by the wonder of form and function of Fingerspan\, a landmark structure in the park since 1987 which was commissioned by the Association for Public Art. Discover its inspiration\, design\, and the passionate community members who collaborated to build and install this steel bridge.\nJody Pinto lives and works in New York City\, but she was born into a family of Philadelphia artists. After receiving a BFA from Philadelphia College of Art\, she studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Arts (PAFA)\, where she was a critic in its graduate program\, started the first visiting artist program to bring contemporary artists to speak at the school\, and taught for 40 years. In 1983\, Jody was among the recipients of the Thomas Hazlett Memorial Awards for Excellence in the Arts in Pennsylvania. In the years since Fingerspan’s installation in 1987\, Jody has made public works in Japan\, Israel\, and across the United States. Her work is represented in many collections\, including PAFA\, the Philadelphia Museum of Art\, the Locks Gallery\, Woodmere\, the Guggenheim Museum\, the Whitney Museum of American Art\, the Museum of Modern Art\, and the National Gallery of Art. Today\, Jody\, 83\, is working on an upcoming museum show. She recently completed a video archive project with the Smithsonian.\nThis lecture is generously sponsored by Doug Schaller and David Barquist.\nRegister to attend in person at the Valley Green Inn\nRegister to attend virtually on Zoom
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/valley-talk-fingerspan-bridge-a-community-story-with-jody-pinto/
LOCATION:Valley Green Inn\, Valley Green Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T173000
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SUMMARY:The Redesign of Westpark: High Rise Public Housing in West Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:Join DAG on May 14th as Councilmember Gauthier moderates a discussion with Westpark’s redevelopment team.\n\n\nWestpark Towers is a vacant\, 12-acre public housing campus that is currently being redeveloped into a 1\,000 unit\, mixed-income community. This large project on a critical transit-adjacent site in West Powelton will create 330 public housing replacement units\, 250 units of additional Affordable Housing\, 420 workforce units\, community-oriented retail\, social services\, and four acres of new public open space. \n \nThe redevelopment of Westpark Towers\, located in District 3\, is the result of a public-private partnership between the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) and LMXD Development. With the support of Councilmember Jamie Gauthier and the new affordable housing legislation\, Westpark Towers is a significant step toward addressing the critical need for affordable housing and social infrastructure in West Philadelphia. Councilmember Gauthier of West and Southwest Philadelphia (District 3) chairs the Committee on Housing\, Neighborhood Development\, and the Homeless. \n \nJoin DAG on May 14th as Councilmember Gauthier moderates a discussion with Laura Rog of LMXD Development\, Ian Lundy\, Director of MSquared\, Drew Kmetz\, Associate of Erdy McHenry Architecture\, and Marni Burns\, Partner at OLIN. The team will share their plans\, thoughts and ideas about Westpark’s redevelopment through preservation and densification. \n \nThis event will be held at the Center for DesignPhiladelphia\, 1218 Arch Street\, Philadelphia PA 19107. \n \nRegistration is not required for in-person events\, however it is helpful for our planning. Light refreshments will be served. \nFor more information\, please CLICK HERE!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-redesign-of-westpark-high-rise-public-housing-in-west-philadelphia/
LOCATION:Center for DesignPhiladelphia\, 1218 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T190000
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SUMMARY:PHS x Chanticleer Learning Series: Dry Gardening and Xeric Planting Schemes with Lisa Roper
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to create stunning\, resilient gardens that thrive in dry conditions. Taught by horticulturist and master gardener Lisa Roper\, this class explores innovative dry gardening techniques and xeric planting schemes\, offering inspiration and practical strategies for designing beautiful\, water-wise landscapes. \nPHS members receive a $5 discount for this class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough engaging discussions and real-world examples\, you’ll explore a variety of dry garden settings\, including steep slopes\, gravel-amended sites\, and container-based trough gardens. Lisa will highlight standout plants that are blooming or texturally striking in May\, demonstrating successful plant combinations that enhance both aesthetics and ecological resilience. \nWhether you’re designing a full xeric garden or looking to incorporate drought-tolerant plants into your existing landscape\, this class will provide expert insights\, plant recommendations\, and design principles to help you create a thriving\, sustainable garden. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is ideal for gardeners\, landscape designers\, and plant enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of dry gardening techniques and plant selection. \n\n\nDATE\nMay 14\, 2025 \n\n\nTIME\n5:30 pm – 7:00 pm\n\n\nCOST\n\n$45 \n\n\n\nLOCATION\n\nChanticleer Garden\n786 Church Road\, Wayne PA\, 19087 \n(View on Google Maps) \n\n\n\nACCESSIBILITY\n\nClick Here for more information about accessibility at our partner location\, Chanticleer Garden.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/phs-x-chanticleer-learning-series-dry-gardening-and-xeric-planting-schemes-with-lisa-roper/
LOCATION:Chanticleer\, 786 Church Road\, Wayne\, PA\, 19087\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T150000
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SUMMARY:OPEN GYM Hours @ Design Gym
DESCRIPTION:EXPLORE DESIGN to exercise your curiosity\, creativity\, and continuous learning through a self-guided experience. Walk-ins welcome.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/open-gym-hours-design-gym-23/
LOCATION:Design Gym LLC\, 1714 N. Mascher Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T130000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walkabouts
DESCRIPTION:Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!\n\n\nWEDNESDAYS\, APRIL 9–JUNE 25 \nWednesday Walkabouts \n1:00–2:00 PM \nJenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff \nJoin us on Wednesday afternoons this spring for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week’s tour will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and seasonal landscape. Topics may include spring wildflowers\, flowering trees\, our Rhododendron collection\, native plants\, Jenkins’ history\, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us! \nGroups of five or more are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact: tours@jenkinsarboretum.org). \nFree of charge
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wednesday-walkabouts-7/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T093000
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SUMMARY:Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Together with a favorite grown-up\, Sprouts discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks\, art\, music and stories as part of the hands-on\, emergent learning approach beloved in our Nature Preschool. It is a great way for your child to grow their roots in nature-based learning.\n$20 for Schuylkill Center Members / $25  for non-members. Not a member yet? Become a member and enjoy discounts to most events at the Schuylkill Center along with many other benefits. Learn more about membership.\nRegister Now
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sprouts-53/
LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T090000
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SUMMARY:Love Your Park Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown\nThere is plenty of nearby parking\, although parking in the paved lot along Lincoln Drive is not recommended\, as it is the site of frequent car break-ins.\nPlease note that there will be bathrooms available for use during the service day.\nLove Your Park is an annual week-long celebration of the amazing parks we have in Philadelphia. Show your park you care and join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Trail work: using long-handled tools\, moving heavy objects\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/love-your-park-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower/
LOCATION:Historic Rittenhouse Town\, 6035-6049 Wissahickon Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T100000
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SUMMARY:Weekday Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS! Pre-registration is required.\nJoin birders Sara Boucas-Neto\, Chuck Root\, and Dave Eberly on Wednesday morning walks at Tyler. With acres of unbroken forest interior and extensive meadows\, Tyler is recognized by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society as an Important Bird Area. Bring your binoculars and be prepared to walk on all types of surfaces. Walks are rain or shine. GATES OPEN AT 7:45 am. Please be on time as the group leaves promptly from the parking lot at 8:10 am\, and the gate will close at 8:10 am.\nMembers: FREE\nNon-Members: $18 (includes admission to Tyler for the day)\nNon-Member Senior: $15 (includes admission to Tyler for the day)\nGuest Pass Registrants: FREE (for non-members only) Please give your guest pass to the person taking attendance.\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/weekday-bird-walk-36/
CATEGORIES:Tours and Explorations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T190000
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SUMMARY:Transcending Suffering: The Buddhist View of Emptiness
DESCRIPTION:Transcending Suffering: The Buddhist View of Emptiness\nApril 22: What is Emptiness?\nApril 29: Ultimate Relaxation\nMay 6: Profound Peace\nMay 13: Letting Go of the Limited Self\nMay 20: Living Lightly: Emptiness in Daily Life \nClasses are taught by Meditation Teacher Julie Francisco. Julie is a senior teacher and practitioner who has studied Kadampa Buddhism for over 12 years and she has engaged in extensive meditation retreat. She is a close disciple of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso and a student on the the Teacher Training Program. An executive assistant at an international consulting firm by profession\, Julie shows a clear example of how to be a modern\, lay Buddhist practitioner in a busy city and presents Buddha’s teachings in an eloquent and inspiring manner. \nClasses take place on Tuesdays from 7:00-8:00pm.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/transcending-suffering-the-buddhist-view-of-emptiness/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Common Space County Line Road\, 301 E County Line Road\, Ardmore\, 19003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes and Workshops,Wellness,Yoga & Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T210000
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SUMMARY:Basket Weaving: 3 Weeks
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to hand-weaving baskets at the Soapbox Community Print Shop & Zine Library.\n\n\nThis is 3 consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. \nWorkshop dates are May 13\, 20\, and 27. \nWeave your very own decorative and functional baskets! This basketry course will meet for 3 hours once a week for three weeks. Over this time\, students will learn basic and intermediate twining techniques with round reed. We will cover how to start and finish off baskets\, including closed and open bases\, as well as shaping techniques to create volume. Students will leave with several small completed baskets and the skills to incorporate basketry into their own art practice. \nPlease note: Masking is now encouraged\, but optional in the studio space. Individuals who feel uncomfortable using the space with others unmasked\, whether for health or any other reason\, are welcome to request mask wearing while they are using the studio space. \nAbout the Instructor \nOlivia Caro is a current Member at the Soapbox\, whose work in papermaking and book arts focuses on themes of identity and home. They are a teaching artist fellow with ArtistYear\, and have assisted with and taught workshops at the Soapbox\, Penland School of Crafts\, Atlanta Printmakers Studio\, the Dallas GA Public Library\, and Grinnell College. \nCost \n$120 for Current Members of the Soapbox/$135 for Non-Members \nPlus a $45 materials fee that covers the reed used for twining
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/basket-weaving-3-weeks/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T190000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Light in Watercolor: A Plein Air Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the magic of watercolor en plein air and the beauty of natural light!\n\n\nNEW DATE: TUESDAY\, MAY 13 \n(rescheduled from Tue\, Apr 29) \nExploring Light in Watercolor: A Plein Air Experience \n4:00–7:00 PM \nRadhika Srinivas\, Watercolor Artist and Instructor \nThis immersive 3-hour plein air workshop will focus on the dynamic interplay of light in watercolor. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to observe and capture the subtleties of natural light in your watercolor paintings. \nWorkshop Highlights: \n\nIntroduction to Light in Watercolor: Begin with a brief overview of how light interacts with color and form in watercolor. Learn about key concepts such as light source\, shadow\, and reflection\, and how to apply these principles to your plein air work.\nOutdoor Painting Session: Learn how to focus on a scene and find an effective composition with the help of a view finder or your phone and start sketching and painting. Focus on capturing the effects of natural light on your subject will be emphasized to come up with a dynamic painting.\nPersonalized Guidance: Receive individualized feedback and tips from the instructor as you paint.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned watercolorist or just starting out\, this workshop will deepen your understanding of light and enhance your plein air painting skills\, regardless of experience. \nClick here to review suggested materials list. \nMembers: $55 | Non-Members: $65
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/exploring-light-in-watercolor-a-plein-air-experience/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T130000
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SUMMARY:Fantastic Fungi
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the important identifying features of our local fungi and discover some of the crucial roles they play in our ecosystems. Discuss what you can do to preserve fungal diversity in your area through community science and land stewardship. The lecture and discussion will be followed by a guided exploration of Mt. Cuba’s natural areas. Scout and learn about the fungal diversity in the area. Be prepared for a lengthy hike through hilly (sometimes steep) and uneven terrain. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. \nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Tuesday\, May 13\, 2025. \n About the Instructor: \nSam Bucciarelli is a tour guide and environmental educator with a passion for ecology\, especially as it pertains to fungi and the role they play in helping our ecosystems thrive. She grew up in the NJ Pinelands\, but brought her passion for all things wild to Philadelphia in 2017 and has been sharing that passion with others ever since. She is the current president of the Philadelphia Mycology Club and an outspoken advocate for community science. \nREGISTER NOW: \nGeneral Public \nIndividual+ & Dual+ Members \nSupporter\, Advocate & Conservator Members \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fantastic-fungi/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!\n\n\nEvery 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). \nAs an Arboretum volunteer\, you can learn new skills\, gain experience\, and become a valued member of our volunteer task force. We are always looking for new team members and hope you will consider lending a hand!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/arboretum-volunteer-session-31/
LOCATION:Haverford College Arboretum\, 370 Lancaster Avenue\, Haverford\, PA\, 19041\, United States
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