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Freshwater Talks: Mussel Restoration along the Delaware River Watershed

The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Efforts to restore mussel beds and the health of the Delaware River watershed with scientists, educators and culture workersThis talk shares and celebrates efforts to restore mussel beds and the health of the Delaware River watershed with scientists, educators and culture workers guiding this work in the city of Philadelphia. This event features a talk from 6-7pm followed by a live biology demonstration.Speakers include: Lance Butler, Senior Scientist-Office of Watersheds Planning & Research Division Philadelphia Water Department, Danielle Kreeger, Ph.D. Senior Science Director for the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE), Maitreyi Roy, Executive Director, Bartram’s Garden and Bria Wimberly,

HOT•BED presents: WAITING ROOM/Immersive Art for Wellbeing

HOT•BED presents: WAITING ROOM/Immersive Art for Wellbeing

HOT•BED 723 Chestnut Street, Floor 2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

HOT•BED is pleased to present WAITING ROOM, a six person show featuring works by Aidan Fowler, Alyson Denny, Lyn Godley, Jessica Judith Beckwith, Philip Hart, Yael Erel, and the winners of the 2022 Immersive Arts for Health Student Design Competition (IAHSDC). Research shows that art can have a positive impact on healthcare environments. Most existing research in this field focuses on painting, prints, and sculpture. More recent studies examine the use of virtual reality in pain management and anxiety reduction. One of the methods in this process is the use of immersive experiences. Artists and interactive designers have long used

Free

This is Lenapehoking: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This is Lenapehoking: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow Adam Waterbear DePaul Tribal Council Member; Storykeeper of the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania Chuck GentleMoon DeMund Chief of Ceremonies of the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania The Morris Arboretum and Woodmere Art Museum sit side by side in Northwest Philadelphia, and both share a strong interest in the history of our shared landscape, our institutions’ role as stewards of the land, and a desire to acknowledge and honor the past as we plan for the future. Our shared location in Northwest Philadelphia is on the traditional land of the Lenape people, and still holds

$20 – $25

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Early Morning Owl Prowl

For Adults 18+ and Youth ages 15-17 We will be hiking out with guide David Eberly to see owls in the Pinetum, as well as some areas outside the deer exclusion fence. We’ll be on the lookout for Great Horned, Screech, and Barred Owls. Less likely but always possible are Saw-whet and Long-eared owls. If the sky cooperates, we will be treated to a nearly full moon when we start the walk. Listening to owls calling under a full moon is an experience not to be missed. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration closes by 8 pm the night before the event, so be sure to

Big Rocks and Big Trees Part 1 with Lisa Myers

Hermit’s Lane, Hermit's Lane and Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, 19128, United States

Meet at Hermit Lane Trailhead (Hermit Lane and Henry Avenue) Some of the biggest trees in the Wissahickon await you on this 2.5 mile hike using a lesser traveled footpath in the Lower Wissahickon. On the way we will see other Wissahickon iconic landmarks such as Kelpius Cave and the 100 Steps. Along the paved bike path, we will observe large gneiss exposures and different tree species. There is an option for a slightly longer hike (3.5 miles) if the Ten Box Connector Bridge is finished. This hike is attended for adults and please leave pets at home (except service

Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event

  Help keep household hazardous waste out of our rivers and streams by scheduling a drop-off appointment at one of the City’s upcoming collection events on October 22 and November 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.! Learn more here.

For the Love of Bluebirds

The Willows Park 490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova, PA, United States

For the Love of BluebirdsWhen: Thursday, November 3rd from 6pm to 7pmWhere: Willows Mansion in the Willows Park - Villanova, PAFree program! Bluebird numbers were once in decline but thanks to the efforts of conservation minded individuals and organizations their numbers have increased. Unfortunately, some Bluebird lovers think they are doing a good deed by simply putting up a nest box in their back yard. That is not the case and often can do more harm than good. Join us for this informative session if you are interested in being a responsible Bluebird ‘landlord’ or just want to learn more

Cobbs Creek Community Water Testing Program

Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

We're inviting you to join our efforts to monitor the quality of water in the Cobbs Creek. Hello Friends,   We cordially invite you to join us in our mission to monitor water quality in Cobbs Creek. On the 1st Saturday of every month we collect water samples from the Cobbs Creek, conduct a series of water quality tests, and record the data. We then share the data with the Philadelphia Water Department and the Parks and Rec. We're looking forward to meeting you.

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

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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 course!   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 children under 16, check out our Kids’ Learn to Ride Classes!   Registration in

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Germantown Spring Bulb Planting Project

Maplewood Mall, Corner of Germantown Ave & Armat St 5600 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Help to beautify Germantown! Volunteer to plant spring bulbs in two key public spaces, Saturday, Nov 5 from 11am - 3pm.Help to beautify Germantown! Volunteer to plant spring bulbs in two key public spaces, Saturday, Nov 5 from 11am - 3pm. Join the Germantown Garden Guild and Germantown United CDC as we prepare the gardens at Maplewood Mall & The Chelten Greene for the new year. We will be planting hundreds of spring bulbs with neighbors and friends! Volunteers at all skill levels are welcome! Instructions will be provided. Come out to help plant a meadow of flowers to greet

Community Paint Day for new Tacony Mural

The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come and be part of a new mural to beautify Tacony! No experience necessary!Come out to participate in the painting of a collaborative mural that will be installed at 4823 Longshore Avenue! The mural is the second iteration of a unique design concept developed by Lead Artist and Kensington Color Me Back Studio Manager, Mat Tomezsko that incorporates working from stencils and templates and encourages individual interpretation of the imagery. No experience is necessary! This event will be free and open to the public. This mural is part of Mural Arts Philadelphia's same day work and pay program which hires

Uncle Bobbie’s x Alex Elle: How We Heal

First United Methodist Church of Germantown (FUMCOG) 6001 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Author, certified breathwork coach, and Restorative Writing teacher, Alex Elle joins us to discuss and sign her new book How We Heal.***JUST ANNOUNCED***Alex Elle will be joined in conversation with author and scholar Yaba Blay!We're also moving the venue to First United Methodist Church of Germantown (6001 Germantown Ave) and the event will start at 3pm. After the conversation, you will still have your chance to meet Alex and have your book signed!_________“When we heal ourselves, we heal each other.Healing is an act of community care” – Alex ElleLearning to heal has never been more essential. When we choose to

Sunday Stewardship with David Bower

Thomas Mansion, 6245 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, 19104

Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects at Thomas Mansion! At this very special part of The Wissahickon Valley, we’ll be sustaining recent FOW plantings of native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers, and we’ll be caring for some of the beautiful and historic gardens that have been cared for by generations of other volunteers. We’ll also remove invasive vegetation and windfall tree limbs, and we’ll occasionally do some maintenance on nearby trails.

Plastic Fusion Flag Workshop & Beer Tasting with Michael Konrad

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

Stop by Glen Foerd on November 6 for a free plastic fusion workshop & beer tasting with artist, Michael Konrad, in the basement Rathskellar.What do time, temperature, and pressure have in common? They are the three elements needed to fuse plastic bags into a single fabric, as well as the conditions needed for sweet barley wort to ferment into carbonated beer. Stop by Glen Foerd on November 6 for a free plastic fusion workshop & beer tasting with artist, Michael Konrad, in the basement Rathskellar. During this 3-hour drop-in workshop, Michael will teach visitors how to fuse plastic bags into

Learn How To Spin Yarn with Emily Hitchner IN PERSON

The Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 6918 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn how to make your own yarn.Learn how to spin your own yarn! We will start with the stages of processing wool, then start spinning our own yarn. We will be using a drop spindle and you will go home with some yarn. You will learn about some of the different types of wool, what kinds of yarn can be spun, and a basic understanding of processing wool.Two Sessions from 6:00pm-8:00pm, November 7th and 14th.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not charge tuition or any sort of fees for any

Tuesday Stewardship

Do you love Wissahickon Valley Park? Would you like to play a direct role in keeping this special place clean and accessible for generations to come? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects on Tuesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Afternoon Activities/Home School Programs

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.

Nature’s Best Hope

morris arboretum 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Nature’s Best Hope Doug Tallamy Professor of Entomology at the University of Delaware; Author, Bringing Nature Home (2007), The Living Landscape (2014), Nature’s Best Hope (2020), and The Nature of Oaks (2021). Recent headlines about global insect declines, the impending extinction of one million species worldwide, and three billion fewer birds in North America are a bleak reality check about how ineffective our current landscape designs have been at sustaining the plants and animals that sustain us. Such losses are not an option if we wish to continue our present-day standard of living. The good news is that none of

$25

Wednesday Stewardship with David Bower

Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you

Coffee with the Birds

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

We will brew a pot of hot or iced coffee to enjoy as well see what birds are around the grounds.

Homeschooler Day: Winter Weathering

Bartram’s Garden Barn

As temperatures cool and the soil dries, the creatures that don’t migrate are preparing for winter! This month will focus on the lives of winter flora & fauna, under the soil.   ABOUT HOMESCHOOLER DAYS: For homeschoolers ages 5 -11 and their adult. All lessons are outdoors. Space is limited. In case of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. Questions? Please email lgale@bartramsgarden.org.

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Protecting & Restoring the Environment at MOM’s Organic Market

MOM's Organic Market is on a mission to protect and restore the environment. Learn more about their efforts and impacts!MOM's Organic Market takes sustainability seriously. MOM's was founded in 1987 by 22-year-old Scott Nash as a home delivery business. Today, MOM’s has stores in five states and DC, employs 1,300+ people, and their Purpose is to protect and restore the environment.Sean Lynch, Environmental Research and Partnerships Manager, will share what MOM's is doing to help the planet. MOM's sustainability initiatives range from collecting oyster shells to restore oyster reefs to advocating against animal cosmetics testing. Join Sean and the Penn

Lenape Life- Homeschool Program

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

For Homeschoolers grades 2nd & up!Geared towards Homeschoolers grades 2nd and up. Join us as we discover a new theme each month. $5.00 per student. Younger Siblings and parents are FREE.

Watermelon & Red Birds: Talk & Taste with Author Nicole A. Taylor

Fourth Floor Skyline Room at Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Black folks, food, and celebration!Join us for conversation and tasting with Nicole A. Taylor, author of Watermelon & Red Birds: A Cookbook for Juneteenth and Black Celebrations. We’ve already had the pleasure of sharing some of these exciting dishes and discussions with the community since the book debuted in May. Now, we’re thrilled to have THE Nicole A. Taylor with us to share insights into all that brought this beautiful book to fruition. We’ll talk a bit about history, culinary tradition, culinary innovation, and the culture. Copies of the book are available for pre-purchase with ticket price for pick-up at

Thursday Stewardship

Do you love Wissahickon Valley Park? Would you like to play a direct role in keeping this special place clean and accessible for generations to come? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects on Thursday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Afternoon Activities/Home School Programs

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.

Native Pollinators of Pennsylvania

morris arboretum 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Native Pollinators of Pennsylvania Samantha Nestory Horticulturist, Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden “Pollinators” is a term that has gained massive popularity over the past couple of decades as our knowledge and understanding of their importance has grown. Unfortunately, many people only associate this term with popular pollinators, such as European honeybees and butterflies—but there’s so much more to the world of pollinators! Join us as we learn about our native pollinators that don’t get the spotlight—mining bees, moths, beetles, birds, and more! Thursday, November 10 1:30–3:00 pm Morris Arboretum Members: $30 Non-members: $35

$35

Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Bartram’s Village, 54th & Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, 19143

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 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!  

FABSCRAP PHL Workshop: Textile Holiday Card Making with Juicebox Workshop!

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

Join Julie Woodard, founder of juicebox workshop in creating your own set of holiday “gift” cards!Using textile scraps and yarn, Julie will demonstrate several variations of a simple, hand sewn card design that is a perfect holiday greeting, however you celebrate the season. Participants are encouraged to bring colorful scraps that are meaningful to them and can choose to further embellish their projects using paper scraps, markers, colored pencils, or paint. Each participant will come away with 5 handmade cards they can mail off to their loved ones.Special Note: A big part of Julie’s textile practice centers around repurposing items

Maker Mingle at NextFab

NextFab 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet the makers behind the NextFab Gift Guide and be the first to check out our Holiday Gift Guide!Join us for a special Second Thursday event for our Maker Mingle! As a pre-launch to our NextFab Holiday Gift Guide and Miracle on American Street Gift Market, get a chance to meet the makers behind the products you'll see, and network with other creative professionals about your business and products. In the NextFab Gallery, we will be showcasing our most recent graduates of the Artisan Accelerator and welcoming a special Ray's Reusables Pop-Up in our spaces! Ray's Reusables owner Ray Daly

HOT•BED presents: WAITING ROOM/Immersive Art for Wellbeing

HOT•BED presents: WAITING ROOM/Immersive Art for Wellbeing

HOT•BED 723 Chestnut Street, Floor 2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

HOT•BED is pleased to present WAITING ROOM, a six person show featuring works by Aidan Fowler, Alyson Denny, Lyn Godley, Jessica Judith Beckwith, Philip Hart, Yael Erel, and the winners of the 2022 Immersive Arts for Health Student Design Competition (IAHSDC). Research shows that art can have a positive impact on healthcare environments. Most existing research in this field focuses on painting, prints, and sculpture. More recent studies examine the use of virtual reality in pain management and anxiety reduction. One of the methods in this process is the use of immersive experiences. Artists and interactive designers have long used

Free

Fire Cider Workshop

Haverfarm 370 Lancaster Ave, Ardmore, PA, United States

Curious about herbal remedies? Join us for Haverfarm's Fire Cider Workshop!Fire cider is an apple cider vinegar tonic and one of the oldest immune-boosting herbal remedies around. We will discuss the health benefits and how to make it, and you'll take home a jar of your own! This workshop will occur in the Haverfarm greenhouse and is limited to 15 participants.

2022 Wharton Energy & Climate Conference

The Union League of Philadelphia 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Welcome to the 2022 Wharton Energy & Climate Conference! For any questions about ticket purchases, please email dohmj@wharton.upenn.edu.Established in 2007, the Wharton Energy and Climate Conference is now one of the largest energy conferences in the Northeast, building on Wharton’s strong focus on energy and the active alumni members of the Wharton Energy Network. The conference promotes dialogue and creates connections between current and future leaders across the energy landscape.

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Corridor Contemporary Presents New Exhibition Titled “No Middle Cla$$” By King Saladeen

Corridor Contemporary 1315 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Corridor Contemporary presents the anticipated solo exhibition of King Saladeen on Friday, November 11. The exhibition revolves around Saladeen’s experience growing up in Philadelphia and pays honor to his childhood in the city. His multi-media approach pulls the viewer into the art and makes the viewer feel like they are walking down the streets of Philadelphia with Saladeen.

2022 Workshops: Say goodnight to the bees

Awbury Agricultural Village 901 Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Sayonara bees. See you in the spring.If we've done everything right, there's nothing to do now. Oxalic dribbleHow to inspect the hive in cold weather.What can you do now? Because we haven't done everything right.Also because weather sometimes requires changing plansTickets for this event will be $35 for members and $50 dollars for non-members. This workshop is included in the apiary mentorship program.Rain/Snow date TBD.Please dress for the weather.

Myths, Legends, Hermits, and Bridges of the Wissahickon with Stan Kozakowski, Michael Bridges and Gordon Henderson

Historic Rittenhouse Town, 6035-6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, 19144, United States

Meet at Historic Rittenhouse Town – at the Kiosk adjacent to the Monoshone (Papermill) Creek Back by popular demand! We will explore some of the mysticism, mythology, religion, legends, history, art, music, and architecture found within the Wissahickon. We will have ample time to examine these from the three different perspectives of history, theology, and psychology. Along the way, we will visit Lover’s Leap, the Henry Avenue Bridge, the Hermitage, and Kelpius’ Cave. At each of these sites, we will consider topics that range from hidden subway stations, apocalyptic movements, and the Wissahickon’s most famous hermit. Difficulty Level: Moderate (some inclines

Love Your Park Planting at Houston Meadow

Houston Playground, 900 Grakyn Lane, Philadelphia, PA, 19128, United States

Meeting at the Houston Playgound Love Your Park is an annual week-long celebration of the amazing parks we have in Philadelphia! On this Saturday, we’ll be planting about 100 trees and shrubs in the wooded ravine at Houston Meadow.  This is adding to a planting site we started last year with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation to fill in a canopy gap and help with erosion control. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be

Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

Health reminders: We are in accordance with Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia’s current COVID-19 response levels. Please follow the link to stay up-to-date on our city’s protocols. If you are sick or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, please do not volunteer. Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE:

Horticulture Volunteer Day

Bartram’s Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, 19143, United States

Health reminders: We are in accordance with Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia’s current COVID-19 response levels. Please follow the link to stay up-to-date on our city’s protocols. If you are sick or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, please do not volunteer. Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, invasive species removal, and support greenhouse maintenance. Registered volunteers will meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 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. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited; participants MUST be pre-registered in order to partake.

SWWAG Workshop: Supreme Compost 101

Sankofa Community Farm

A six-step process that demonstrates the beginning stages of how to make compost, reveals the present condition of the city’s depleted soil and turns recycled food waste into a dark rich soil that will grow nutrition and healthy fruits and vegetables which will enable one to regain optimal health.

Bike Tour of Bartram’s Mile with Urban Riding Basics

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Join us for a slow-paced ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail.  The ride will make a few stops, including a short info session about how to properly wear a helmet, use basic hand signals, and an overview of the trail. You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.   Various levels of experience are welcome on the tour and no one will be left behind, but participants should have some basic riding knowledge. For those with no biking experience who are seeking to learn how to ride, check out the

Bike Tour of Bartram’s Mile with Urban Riding Basics

Bike Container

Join us for a slow-paced ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail.  The ride will make a few stops, including a short info session about how to properly wear a helmet, use basic hand signals, and an overview of the trail. You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.   Various levels of experience are welcome on the tour and no one will be left behind, but participants should have some basic riding knowledge. For those with no biking experience who are seeking to learn how to ride, check out the

Homesteading 101: Fermenting Sauerkraut at Home

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

Participants will learn about modern and traditional methods for turning cabbage into the wonderful product we call sour cabbage.Saturday, November 12 Time TBD Homesteading 101: Fermenting Sauerkraut at Home Join us as we discuss the tradition of making sauerkraut within Pennsylvania German society. Participants will learn about modern and traditional methods for turning cabbage into the wonderful product we call sour cabbage. The process will be demonstrated from start to finish. Adults only, $5 materials fee. Limited space, pre-registration required.

VU PHL & FABSCRAP

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

FABSCRAP needs our 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 our 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.What to expect:Welcome: Intros and overview of FABSCRAP (10 minutes)Training: Learn how FABSCRAP sorts fabric for recycling (15 minutes)Sort: Sort through fabric samples and large pieces, pulling out usable fabrics for reuse and removing hardware and paper from fabric swatches for recycling (~2.5 hours)***Sorting

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Embroidered Floral Wreath Making Workshop

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

Join us at Glen Foerd to celebrate the season of harvest and good tidings with textile artist Richie Wilde Lopez.Join us at Glen Foerd to celebrate the season of harvest and good tidings! Textile artist Richie Wilde Lopez will teach foundational stitches for embroidering on tulle. Utilizing dried flowers together, we will create a beautiful floating floral wreath to add a little seasonal magic to your home. This is a two-day workshop from 10 am-1 pm on both days.

Grumblethorpe Ginkgo Roast

Grumblethorpe Historic House & Gardens 5267 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Free community event in the Grumblethorpe garden to harvest and roast ginkgo berriesEver wondered what to do about fallen ginkgo berries? Come to our Ginkgo Roast to find out!This free event opens the Grumblethorpe garden to the community to learn about the ginkgo tree and participate in urban harvesting. The ginkgo tree at Grumblethorpe is one of the oldest female ginkgoes in the United States, planted by Charles Wister Sr. in about 1830. Join Operations Manager Michael Muehlbauer to learn about the ginkgo tree, harvest the berries, and roast the ginkgo nuts to eat. Ginkgo nuts have been consumed as

Fiesta de Los Vecinos

Las Parcelas 2248 Palethorp Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Fundraising Event to benefit Norris Square Neighborhood ProjectJoin us in a fundraising event and become a friend of NSNP. Learn about who we are as an organization and why donations to our neighborhood project are important to our work. Tickets include a traditional Puerto Rican meal, 2 drinks, and an entry into one our raffles. Enjoy music and dancing. Learn more about Norris Square Neighborhood Project and why we are important to our neighborhood. We have a rain date scheduled for November 19th 2022.

An Afternoon with Author and Master Falconer Rodney Stotts

The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic for an afternoon with Falconer Rodney Stotts, one of the country's leading Black master falconers and committed conservationists. The evening begins with a screening of “The Falconer”, a moving documentary that “…follows master falconer Rodney Stotts on his mission to build a bird sanctuary and provide access to nature for his stressed community". The film will be followed by an interview with Mr. Stotts and a book signing opportunity.

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Sunday Stewardship with David Bower

Thomas Mansion, 6245 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, 19104

Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects at Thomas Mansion! At this very special part of The Wissahickon Valley, we’ll be sustaining recent FOW plantings of native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers, and we’ll be caring for some of the beautiful and historic gardens that have been cared for by generations of other volunteers. We’ll also remove invasive vegetation and windfall tree limbs, and we’ll occasionally do some maintenance on nearby trails.

Plan and Plant

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

Discover the parts of a garden and how to design yoursPlan and Plant Sunday, November 13, 1:00 – 3:00 pm Presented by Karen Flick, Head Horticulturist, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Are you a home gardener with questions? Join Karen Flick to gain a deeper understanding of your landscape in order to have a healthy, successful garden. Key aspects which influence a landscape include sunlight, soil types, moisture, space considerations and more. These all aid in selecting the right plants for the right location. Explore the various parts of a garden and learn tips for how you can determine this in

Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution Film Screening with Panel discussion hosted by Judy Wicks

The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, PA, United States

This one-time screening of Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution is presented by the Phoenixville Area Transition Team and features a panel discussion hosted by Judy Wicks (All Together Now PA, Circle of Aunts & Uncles, Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, White Dog Cafe). This is a 'Pay What You Wish' or free event. ABOUT THE FILM This 50-minute film gives voice to a growing number of people building a more beautiful world. From restoring topsoil, to sharing traditional knowledge, to opposing free trade treaties and innovating new ways of supporting local businesses, their actions are forging a new path

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The Wissahickon in November with Andi Wingert, Debbie Hoellein and Jim McClory

Crefeld Street Trailhead, Lavender Trail and Crefeld Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19118, United States

Meet at Crefeld trailhead- Crefeld St. near Norman Lane. Park on Crefeld. Please join Andi, Debbie, and Jim as we hike the Wissahickon in November. They will show how the flora and fauna differs from when they last did this hike in May, as you walk on the Lavender, Orange, and Yellow Trails. The hike also includes visits to some sites of historical interest. Expect a hilly and rocky terrain and one steep climb on this hike. Children 12 years and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult, but please no dogs other than service animals. Distance: 3 miles

Tuesday Stewardship

Do you love Wissahickon Valley Park? Would you like to play a direct role in keeping this special place clean and accessible for generations to come? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects on Tuesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Afternoon Activities/Home School Programs

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.

FABSCRAP PHILIVERSARY Sip & Sort: Tuesday, November 15, PM

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

Join FABSCRAP Philly in celebrating our one-year anniversary! This volunteering session includes hard seltzers, snacks, and a year in reviewCome join FABSCRAP PHL for our One-Year Anniversary Sip & Sort Celebration!Join FABSCRAP for a Sip and Sort! Enjoy adult beverages, while volunteering your Tuesday evening to sort fabric scraps for recycling and to shop reclaimed fabrics afterward.As a thank you for PHAB first year in Philadelphia, FABSCRAP will be giving away a surprise bundle of saved-from-landfill materials! Volunteers will have the opportunity to search for a Gold, Silver, or Bronze ticket within their station’s sorting bag. The winner of the

Keeping Seeds and the Stories They Tell

morris 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Keeping Seeds and the Stories They Tell Amirah Mitchell Founder, Sistah Seeds Join us to learn from Amirah Mitchell, a Philadelphia-based farmer and the founder of Sistah Seeds, a small seed-production farm that focuses on seed production of West African, Afro-Caribbean and African American heirloom vegetables and grains. Seed saving, says Amirah, is taking seeds from a plant that you’ve grown and storing them, saving them to plant the following year. Seed keeping, however, is more intentional in that you are saving seed varieties that are culturally important and that have powerful cultural resonance for people. In this program, Amirah

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Wednesday Stewardship with David Bower

Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you

Coffee with the Birds

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

We will brew a pot of hot or iced coffee to enjoy as well see what birds are around the grounds.

Winter Interest Gardening: Grasses, Seeds, Bark & Greens

The Willows Park 490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova, PA, United States

Join Master Gardener Anita Ann Murphy to hear about gardening in the winter!What many see as a dark and inhospitable season of drab dormancy can also be viewed as a chilly continuation of the gardening season. There are many reliable plants that will not only tolerate but look their best during the frosty days of winter. Come learn how to make your winter brighter!This is a Free program. This program will be inside at the Willows Mansion given by Master Gardener, Anita Ann Murphy. Questions? Please email us at: info@willowsparkpreserve.org

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Grad Workshop – Targeting the Monumental: Race and Memory Activism

Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics 133 South 36th Street, 250, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This workshop features a paper by Matt Frierdich on the broader meanings of the monument decommemoration movement.**Hybrid In-person/Virtual Event: Zoom Link and paper links sent to registered attendees.**Papers:Targeting the Monumental: Race and the Democratic Aesthetics of Memory Activism / Matt Frierdich (Politics, UVA)THE RECENT WAVE OF DECOMMEMORATIONS OF PUBLIC FIGURES connected with slavery, colonialism, and otherwise “difficult pasts,” such as Richmond’s Monument Avenue or New York’s American Museum of Natural History, raises questions about how contemporary challenges to “forgotten pasts” might dislodge long-standing impediments to democratic inclusion. But this does not give an adequate account of an essential set of

Philadelphia’s Psychedelic Summit

The Liberty View at Independence Visitor Center 599 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

We’re excited to bring you a day of knowledge, discovery and connection! Meet other like-minded changemakers who have had their own personal experiences with psychedelics and are excited about their potential for healing or expanding our consciousness. Our first gathering of this community will take place on November 16th at the Liberty View. Where better to start such a movement than at the Liberty View. The Liberty Bell commemorates Pennsylvania's original Constitution. It speaks of the rights and freedoms valued by people the world over. Join us as we reclaim the spirit of what the bell means to our individual and

Thursday Stewardship

Do you love Wissahickon Valley Park? Would you like to play a direct role in keeping this special place clean and accessible for generations to come? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects on Thursday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Afternoon Activities/Home School Programs

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.

Fireside Chat: A Stance Against Gun Violence In Philadelphia

Venture Cafe 3675 Market Street, 3rd Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Discussion on how violent crimes impact Philadelphia’s social economy and how we can take immediate action to source systemic solutionsPlease join us for panels and a fireside chat titled “Addressing Systemic Problems: Taking A Stance Against Gun Violence Philadelphia.”Speakers from SEPTA, Temple University, the City of Philadelphia and other local leaders (to be announced) will share their insight and existing case studies on accessible methods to solve systemic community disparity including gun violence. These discussions will seek to identify root causes and potential solutions that could be activated immediately to solve some of Philadelphia’s most pressing issues. Immediately following the

HOT•BED presents: WAITING ROOM/Immersive Art for Wellbeing

HOT•BED presents: WAITING ROOM/Immersive Art for Wellbeing

HOT•BED 723 Chestnut Street, Floor 2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

HOT•BED is pleased to present WAITING ROOM, a six person show featuring works by Aidan Fowler, Alyson Denny, Lyn Godley, Jessica Judith Beckwith, Philip Hart, Yael Erel, and the winners of the 2022 Immersive Arts for Health Student Design Competition (IAHSDC). Research shows that art can have a positive impact on healthcare environments. Most existing research in this field focuses on painting, prints, and sculpture. More recent studies examine the use of virtual reality in pain management and anxiety reduction. One of the methods in this process is the use of immersive experiences. Artists and interactive designers have long used

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Owls of the Mid-Atlantic States

Explore the habits and habitats of eight species of owls Owls of the Mid-Atlantic States Thursday, November 17, 7:00 – 8:30 PM Presented by Jim White, Senior Fellow for Land and Biodiversity Management, Delaware Nature Society From early human cultures to modern birders, owls have always held our fascination. Join naturalist and photographer Jim White to explore the fascinating natural history of the owls of the Mid-Atlantic. Explore the habits and habitats of eight species of owls that can be found in our area. Learn how to identify them by sight and sound and where to observe our common and

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Embedding Design Justice: Tools for Community Centered Processes

Center for Architecture and Design 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Community Design Collaborative for an inspiring workshop on Design Justice led by renowned educator and advocate, Bryan C. Lee Jr.Join the Community Design Collaborative for an inspiring workshop on Design Justice led by renowned educator, organizer, and advocate, Bryan C. Lee Jr., Design Principal, Colloqate.This interactive workshop will highlight the Collaborative’s four guiding principles:Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, otherwise known as JEDI. It will focus on implementing these principles into the architecture and design fields to transform communities into healthier, more accommodating living environments for all people.We’re thrilled to welcome Bryan Lee Jr. from Colloqate, a New Orleans-based

Photo Walk

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

Join us to capture seasonal beauty at Jenkins! Photo Walk Saturday, November 19, 8:30 – 10:30 AM (new time!) Rain date: Sunday, November 20 Presented by Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer Join us to shoot the season! Award-winning photographer Laura Ducceschi 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

Bare Root Tree Planting Demonstration at the Raymond Farm Center

Raymond Farm Center for Living Arts & Design 6355 Pidcock Creek Road, New Hope, PA, United States

Meet Scott Guiser, former Penn State Extension Educator and Penn State Master Gardeners of Bucks County for a Bare Root Tree Planting Demo! Bare Root Trees Meet Scott Guiser, former Penn State Extension Educator and Penn State Master Gardeners of Bucks County at the Raymond Farm Center for Living Arts and Design for a Bare Root Tree Planting Demonstration. As their abundant, fibrous roots aren't confined by a container, bare-root trees get off to a more vigorous start compared to containerized roots which typically need more time to adjust to transplanting. Bare-root trees typically surpass the size of larger containerized

The Magic of Nature: The Wonder of Trees

FOR CHILDREN AGES 6-11 Take a walk with your child through the ‘Old Arboretum’ to explore a variety of different trees. As we touch the different bark, smell the sap and listen to the leaves, we will talk about how vital trees are for all life. Are you looking for ways to increase your child’s awareness of the natural world? Then, join us as we begin a new adventure at Tyler for youth ages 6-11: The Magic of Nature! Barbara Frank, one of our experienced Docents and a PA Master Naturalist, will guide you. Seeing our youth fall in love with nature

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Miracle on American Street Art & Gift Market

NextFab 1800 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

NextFab and Olde Kensington Boutique have once again partnered to bring you the second annual Miracle on North American Street Holiday Gift Market! Explore the work of over 70 local artists and makers while enjoying delicious food from local vendors. Tour the beautiful NextFab facilities and meet the makers in the actual studio spaces they use to produce the fantastic work available for purchase and watch live demonstrations. Stop by our make-your-own ornament booth for a chance a chance to create your own unique and one-of-a-kind Christmas ornament! There will be live music featuring OKB First Friday favorite, Gypsymother as

NEXTFAB & OKB present Miracle on American Street

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

NextFab and Olde Kensington Boutique have partnered to bring you the second annual Miracle on North American Street Gift Market! Explore the work of over 40 local artists and makers, enjoy delicious food and drinks from Sor Ynez, and make your own ornaments! Free entry for ALL AGES!

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Christmas Village in Philadelphia

Love Park Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Christmas Village in Philadelphia will transform LOVE Park and City Halls Courtyard and North Broad section into an authentic German Christmas market. Returning for its 15th season, 110+ vendors will offer their unique Christmas giftware and delicious European food specialties from November 19th – December 24th, 2022! Our local and international vendors will await you in their traditional wooden booths, offering Holiday gifts, ornaments, jewelry, high-quality arts and crafts. Everybody is sure to find unique gifts for their beloved ones that cannot be found in a shopping mall! Come hungry and enjoy European foods, sweets, and drinks, such as Bratwurst,

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The Salvation Army Greater Philadelphia’s Annual Red Kettle Kick-Off Festival

Love Park Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join The Salvation Army Greater Philadelphia for its annual Red Kettle Kick-Off Festival on Saturday, Nov. 19, which will launch another crucial holiday season of fundraising to benefit thousands of Philadelphians in need. The Salvation Army’s classic large Red Kettle will be set up at Love Park during the festival, where passersby can put in a donation. Attendees can enjoy food and beverages from The Christmas Village in Love Park, live music from the Salvation Army Brass Band and other musical groups, as well as meet and take photos with Gritty, the mascot of The Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia TV news

Draft- Resilient Communities Stormwater Initiative – Fall 2022

Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Your registration is your application to attend this event. Only approved applicants will be invited to attend the roundtable event.

Sunday Stewardship with David Bower

Thomas Mansion, 6245 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, 19104

Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects at Thomas Mansion! At this very special part of The Wissahickon Valley, we’ll be sustaining recent FOW plantings of native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers, and we’ll be caring for some of the beautiful and historic gardens that have been cared for by generations of other volunteers. We’ll also remove invasive vegetation and windfall tree limbs, and we’ll occasionally do some maintenance on nearby trails.

Introduction to Home Herbalism

Norristown Farm Park, Lot # 5 Norristown Farm Park, Lot #5, East Norriton, PA, United States

Enjoy an introduction to medicinal herbal preparations you can do easily at home!Interested in learning more about using herbs at home? In this introduction to home herbalism, explore traditional uses of herbs and the many ways you can make and use herbal preparations at home. Participants will also harvest herbs from the medicinal herb garden and make a tasty herbal infusion. For questions about the event or getting to the event location, please contact adavid@pennhort.org. Lynn Roberts is a Clinical Herbalist, walking the line where traditional use of herbs meets modern science. Her practice is evidence-based while honoring the wisdom

Mushroom Walk with the Philadelphia Mycology Club

FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 15-17 Join us to search for fungi with Philadelphia Mycology Club founder Bethany Teigen.  During this walk, we will explore Tyler’s natural areas in search of mushrooms and identify the specimens we find.  In addition, we will learn about mushrooms and mushroom hunting, where to look for mushrooms and methods of mushroom identification.  All levels of fungi enthusiasts are welcome. About your guide: Bethany Teigen founded the Philadelphia Mycology Club in 2018 after finding some mushrooms coming up between the Philly cobblestones.  Since then, the community of novice and experienced mycologists have grown to thrive in Greater

Silent Sunset Cruise with Amy Yuter and Kate Charles

Cedars House Café, Forbidden Drive just below Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet at Cedar’s House Café Join us on a mindful and silent, moderate paced saunter – we’ll have moments to connect and share with other participants throughout our contemplative journey. Enjoy a full sensory experience as the sun sets on these beautiful trails. This walk is most appropriate for adults and youth 16 and older. Pace will be set by the group. Distance: ~2.5 Miles Level: Moderate Registration is required for all hikes so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations. If you or anyone in your household are exhibiting COVID-19 systems, please stay home. More information

IN PERSON & VIRTUAL: Cloth Diaper Workshop

The Nesting House 542 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

FREE Cloth Diaper Workshop!This cloth diaper class is intended to demystify and simplify cloth diapering for parents and caregivers interested in investigating them as an option for their child.Join Jen, owner of The Nesting House, to find out why it can be an environmentally-sound and cost-effective option for families. The workshop will include information about how to get started with cloth diapering, the range of products that are available, and how to choose and care for these products. Product samples will be demonstrated so that participants can make an informed decision.A link will be sent for those that want to

A Fall Bike Ride in the Wissahickon with Lisa Kleiman and Jean McWilliams

Valley Green Inn 701 Valley Green Ct, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meet at Valley Green Inn Experience the change of seasons along Forbidden Drive with a beautiful bike ride! We will come together in front of the historic Valley Green Inn to begin our bike tour along Forbidden Drive, first heading toward Monoshone Creek. We can celebrate the re-opening of the Lincoln Drive/Ten Box bridge by continuing along the paved Wissahickon Bike path. We will return to Valley Green following the same path and those interested can continue the ride toward the Northwestern Stables end of Forbidden Drive. Ride will conclude back at Valley Green. While this is primarily a fitness

Langhorne Free TV & Electronic Recycling

Habitat for Humanity ReStore 539 Jacksonville Road, Suite 100, Warminster, PA, United States

Schedule your FREE Drop off of your working and/or Non-Working TV's & Tech for FREE recycling through Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County.

Afternoon Activities/Home School Programs

Wissahickon Environmental Center (Tree House) 300 West Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This is a series of nature themed mostly outdoor activities and lessons aimed at elementary school aged children. Topic changes weekly.

Using the Miyawaki Method to Rewild Our Communities

morris arboretum 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Using the Miyawaki Method to Rewild Our Communities Hannah Lewis and Maya Dutta Biodiversity for a Livable Climate Join Hannah Lewis and Maya Dutta in a discussion of Lewis' new book, Mini-Forest Revolution: Using the Miyawaki Method to Rapidly Rewild the World (Chelsea Green, 2022). The Miyawaki Method is a unique approach to tree-planting conceived by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki. In the book, Lewis explains how densely planted forests the size of a tennis court grow quickly and are much more biodiverse than those planted by conventional methods. She explores the science behind why mini-forests work and the myriad environmental

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