Designed to showcase Lansdowne’s ongoing commitment to the arts, the Lansdowne Arts on the Avenue Festival annually features 50+ juried artists, performances, demonstrations, activities for the kids, food trucks and a beer garden. Founded in 2003 by the Lansdowne Economic Development Corporation, the festival now celebrates 21 years of showcasing art and crafts in Delaware County. The 21st anniversary event is scheduled for Sunday, October 20th, 2024, from 12pm-6pm. The festival is free to the public. A special thanks to this year’s funders: The Borough of Lansdowne, SAMA department Store, Astound Broadband, BRE Presents, YMCA, Comcast, Conshohocken Brewing Company, Renewal

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

Join us at the Great Marsh Institute for a guided walk through the forests and roadside wetlands. **This event is free and open to everyone. The PMC is funded entirely through donations. If you are able, please consider giving an amount of your choice at checkout* Meet at in the upper parking lot (we'll put out signage!) After a brief introduction, we'll hit the trails. GMI is a small non-profit aiming to expand programming and stewardship programs. Trails are challenging in elevation and not well marked, so for this event, it will be best to stay with a the group.

Art- and Action-Based Lesson Plans for Climate Justice in LenapehokingThe summer of 2024 has been the hottest on record, and it’s going to get even hotter. Your students know that the planet is heating up, and they deserve to be prepared for our region’s changing climate future. Join Mural Arts Philadelphia for “Getting to the Roots,” a workshop that introduces six art- and action-based lesson plans for 8th graders in alignment with Pennsylvania science and language arts standards.Attend ONE of our fall / winter 2024 sessions to receive print-outs of lesson plan materials, including a copy of the mural and

Help engage the community this election year by writing letters.Join longtime Weavers Way Co-op member and local artist, Mindy Flexer for "Vote Forward’s" letter writing party her art studio. Why participate in a letter writing party? Letter writing is more fun with friends, and in a year we need all community members engaged and ready to vote, this is a fun way to reach a lot of voters. Supplies will be provided but if you wanted to bring along extra paper, envelopes or stamps to share it would be greatly apprecaited. This in person event will be hosted on 10/20

Weekly walking group to promote healthy habitsWalk PHL is a Philadelphia Health Department program focused on getting people walking on a regular basis. Meet at the Tree house. Join our staff for a nature walk to focus on being active and exploring the surrounding natural areas. There a Small parking lot by the center you can park at for easier access. Please register using Eventbrite or by emailing us at [email protected]

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 4-week series: 10/21 – 11/116:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.The location of Monday evening Mindful Yoga classes will be

Join us for Grief Medicine, a healing space to honor our losses and find comfort in community support.

We will do an experiment on leaves to be able to see their pigment, and take a walk to learn to ID trees and their leaves.We will do an experiment on leaves to be able to see their pigment, and take a walk to learn to ID trees and their leaves. We will also make a tree and leaf guide with rubbings that we make from leaves we gather.

Learn about the facets of Just Transition, key challenges, and opportunities, with insights from the Scottish Just Transition Commission.Boxed lunches will be available to go following the talk!There is growing consensus that responses to the climate crisis must be embedded in justice thinking, and that mitigation and adaptation approaches should not create new or entrench old injustices. Just Transitions has emerged in response.According to the International Labour Organization, Just Transition refers to greening the economy in a way that is as fair and inclusive as possible to everyone concerned, creating decent work opportunities and leaving no one behind. Its manifestations

Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – NOVEMBER 13Golf Cart Garden Tours11:00 – 11:45 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffExplore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who are not able to enjoy the beauty of the gardens due to the sloping terrain. This guided tour will feature seasonal garden highlights, a behind-the-scenes visit to the apiary and research nursery, and history of the property, including a drive-by view of the Jenkins and Browning Houses.Tour topics and route will be the same each week. Limited spots available—only

Join SBN for an enlightening training session on voter engagement for businesses on October 23, 2024, from 5:30-7pm via Zoom. This training is being held as part of The Business of Civic Engagement, a partnership between the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, Committee of Seventy, and B Local Philadelphia. In this session, we will share key insights on the November 2024 election and provide businesses with tools to engage their staff and communities in local elections. The Committee of Seventy will lead an educational session on the 2024 General Election ballot, critical election deadlines, and best practices for businesses

Come join Tiernan for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to throw miniature ceramics on the wheel!Miniature Ceramics on the WheelMeets on Wednesday October 23rd and Wednesday October 30th from 5:30 - 8:30 pmUnlock your creativity in our hands-on Miniature Wheel Throwing Ceramics class! Designed for both beginners and seasoned potters, this two-session course focuses on the art of crafting small-scale pottery on a mini wheel. Over the course of two sessions, you’ll learn essential wheel-throwing techniques tailored to working on a miniature scale.In session one you'll learn the basics of wheel operation, clay preparation, and essential techniques for

From Gore-Tex to do-it-yourself kits, hear how synthetic fibers have transformed the outdoor industry.Join us in person or online as historian Rachel Gross, author of Shopping All the Way to the Woods: How the Outdoor Industry Sold Nature to America, examines how our changing ideas about nature, commerce, and self-identity have shaped the outdoor goods market into a booming, multi-billion-dollar industry.Gore-Tex and Do-It-Yourself Kits: How Synthetic Fibers Transformed the Outdoor IndustryOutdoorspeople flipping through the pages of popular magazines such as Backpacker or Field and Stream in the late 1970s would have seen page after page referencing a revolution in materials.

Faith and Civic EngagementCommunity Gatherings serve as a place for our members (and our wider network) to connect with each other, learn about the state of the environment here in Pennsylvania, receive updates on our work, and meet in regional cohorts. Join us from 7PM-8:30PM. We will have an hour of programming followed by 30 minutes for regional breakouts moderated by PA IPL team members.This month, we will discuss how faith calls us to be civically engaged. How can we start to make changes by asking questions about our community? Given our mutual interdependence, how do our faiths call us

Empowerment. Education. Engagement.Join us for an impactful evening at the Engage and Empower Town Hall, hosted by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Pennsylvania Chapter in partnership with Pyramid Temple No. 1. This interactive discussion aims to foster community engagement, promote education, and empower individuals to make informed decisions about the future.Moderated by Thera Martin, an esteemed journalist and communications expert, this town hall will feature a dynamic panel of leaders and changemakers from various sectors, sharing insights on the importance of civic engagement, accountability, and political involvement.Confirmed Panelists Include:Rep. Morgan Cephas – 191st Legislative District, PA House of

Women In Transition's 8th Annual Amplifying Our Voices: Empowerment through Poetry and Community.We are excited to provide a platform to share the talents of four local poets and to provide time at the end of the evening for you, the attendee, to share your talents through the open mic portion of the evening (limited to two minutes per participant). After registering for the event here, please indicate your interest in the open mic portion by registering for the open mic: https://forms.office.com/r/KSHzM5WnEm

Make meaningful connections while helping refugees thrive into their local community!

Our Young Coyote Tracks programs offer 5 -7 year olds the opportunity to engage with Nature Connection practices in fun and meaningful ways.Our Young Coyote Tracks programs are drop-off programs offered to children aged 5 - 7 years old. Participants are then guided into the Natural World in a safe and exciting ways. Through sensory awareness activities, natural movement challenges, and 'survival skill' introductions - particpants are made more aware of, and lead to feel at home with, the Earth and her many children - rocky, rooted, finned, feathered, and furred!

Join Mural Arts Philadelphia in celebrating Tacony's newest mural!Join us on Thursday, October 24 at Russo Park Recreation Center, 7300 Torresdale Avenue as we dedicate Christa’s Mural. Redesigned by artist Cody Stuhltrager, this mural is dedicated to Christa Lewis, a beloved community member who tragically lost her life in 1996. Memorialized in several places in the local neighborhood, Christa’s Mural on the Russo Park Recreation Center is a memorial to her life as a St Hubert’s student, athlete, family member and beloved friend.Artist: Cody StuhltragerProject Manager: Barb BaurFunders: City of PhiladelphiaPartners: City Council Member Mike Driscoll’s officeThis event is free

The Craft Cove and STITCH AND DESTROY are showcasing artists working with reclaimed/reused/refuse materials for a curated show of work.STITCH AND DESTROY & The Craft Coven present: Garbage PatchThis curated show of work highlights local artists working with reclaimed and recyled materials. Come out to show your support of these innovative artists, while also highlighting the necessity to combat issues that contribute to global waste.Thanks to our sponsors at Otto Distilling located in South Philadelphia, and Jackie Nevin our resident cocktail specialist, we will have a complimentary rum mixed drink available. Arrive early to be sure you get one of

Join us for a special community dinner where we will show an ECS produced short film called “Philly Be Heard” about the importance of votingJoin us for a special community dinner where we will show an ECS produced short film called “Philly Be Heard” about the importance of voting, featuring members of our own community. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and informed! This dinner is open to everyone, and is completely free!

In collaboration with Jackson-Cor Media and other providers, we're excited to introduce NAMI Sharing Hope Community ConversationThis event will BE FILMED (Consent form provided upon attendance)In honor of Global Diversity and National Depression and Health Screening MonthThis event in collaboration with Mont Co Mental Health Providers aims to create a space for individuals of diverse communities, across cultures and professional spheres (community member, counselors, peer/recovery specialist, non-profits, etc.) to engage in dialogue surrounding various mental health stigmas and socio-cultural factors that affect the mental health of diverse community.Please join us for an enriching conversation!Will also Include:Round Table DiscussionDepression Screening OpportunitiesReflection

Come out and see a Mad Scientist’s peculiar and chilling science experiments.We will have your audience gasping and laughing at the Mad Scientist’s peculiar and chilling science experiments. All will have an evening of gruesome goodness and fun!

Explore the evolving role of murals in cities nationwide with experts, as they discuss their impact on public spaces and community transformMural Arts Philadelphia has a long history of investigating and realizing diverse facets of muralism while collaborating with Philadelphians to transform public space with works that beautify, inspire, and empower. Today, we see an increasing collection of murals in cities nationwide, some of which have looked to Philadelphia for inspiration, advice, and affirmation. What is the role of murals today? How are we shaping our current understanding of murals and their impact? Join us in a conversation with city

When schools are closed, nature is open! Keep curious young minds and busy bodies active with the Schuylkill Center Day Off Camp. Trained educators lead students grades K-6 on unique nature-themed explorations that take advantage of the science lab, Discovery Center, and 365 acres of beautiful wooded trails, streams, and ponds at the Schuylkill Center.

Attend this walking tour to learn about our collection highlights with Arboretum Director, Claudia Kent.Did you know that we have over 10,000 accessioned trees on campus? Join Arboretum Director, Claudia Kent, for a walking tour exploring our collection. Along the way, Claudia will highlight some of her personal favorites and it should be a great time of year to catch the beginning of our autumnal foliage. Please wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. In case of inclement weather, this class will be canceled.

Join us to hear stories of resilience and hope from Palestinian refugees living in camps, showcasing their strength and determination.

Join us as we celebrate with Halloween around the campfire.Join us as we celebrate with Halloween with home-made cider, marshmallows, and s’mores around the campfire. Small prize for the best child and adult costume. All ages welcome! $5 donation.

Fall is here, and so too is our first poetry night of the season!It’s Fall Y’all! And we’re back with a new season of our monthly open mic offerings. October’s theme will be GROWTH, and we are looking forward to hearing and sharing pieces that align with change, healing, evolution, movement, and everything in between. Afterwards, we have a VERY exciting announcement to share that you don’t want to miss!!Complimentary beverages will be available to attendees, and we are asking all performers to prepare poetry inspired by this month’s theme!Important: Due to the intimate setting of the venue, seating is

Come share your stories of the late Maplewood Nutrition! It was a natural wellness staple for Germantown for 60ish years!A storytelling vigil of Maplewood Nutirition and hear whats next at the location. A Mic will be available for sharing, candles for lighting, warm beverages, and an Alter of photos, stories and other memorbelia for grieving.If you are not able to come but want to contribute, please send us photos, stories, or voice memos to [email protected] dgriot.co to see what is going on at the old Maplewood Nutrition Location. Herbs, Art, and Events! d'griot, named after African Storytellers and Urban slang,

Halloween Campfire & Party. Adults & Families. Ages 6+. Registration Required. No Walk-ins. Costumes are NOT allowed for your safety.Walk through the spooky woods of Pennypack to a campfire with stories and songs, followed by crafts and light snacks & games for the whole family.Suggested for ages 6 & up. This can be a bit scary for the little ones.Costumes are NOT allowed for your safety.The walk through the woods is guided, but on uneven, rocky trails. However, the campfire area and Center are accessible.$5.00 per person. Payment is NOT accepted at the door!Spaces are limited and registration is required.

Support talented artists in the heart of Germantown at this interactive community art show! Join us on 4th Friday for Germantown Art & Sound for the 5-Year Anniversary of our kickback for local creatives with an art show highlighting local artists. Complete with complimentary wine, live music and a playlist that is uniquely curated by our guests, we deliver your Friday night vibes just right.   Event Details Tickets: Suggested donation of $10. Cash, cash app, venmo and card accepted at the door. Food & Drink: Complimentary wine and a food vendor will be available. This event is also BYOB.

Let's come together for a virtual Peace Conference to discuss ways to resolve the Israel and Palestine conflict.Welcome to the Peace Conference for Israel and Palestine Conflict!Join us on Octoner 26, 2024, for a groundbreaking online event dedicated to fostering lasting peace in one of the world's most complex regions. This conference brings together renowned experts, passionate activists, and dedicated peacemakers to explore innovative solutions and strategies for ending the Israel-Palestine conflict. Through open dialogue and collaborative efforts, we aim to build bridges of understanding and create a roadmap to a peaceful coexistence. This is your chance to be part

Learn how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project!With increasing storm intensity, are you discovering more water on your property than you can manage? In this course, you’ll learn how to calculate the rain runoff volume of impervious surfaces (roof, driveway, etc.) and how to transform your stormwater chaos into a creative conservation landscaping project.The Lancaster Conservancy has protected over 10,000 acres of natural lands, which are critically important to supporting biodiversity. Smaller patches of native habitats spread throughout urban landscapes are also essential to creating corridors of habitat – food and refuge – for wildlife.

It's gonna be a chike up the forbidden passage in Wissahickon. However it builds character, historicism, and myocardium IG: ECC_8030

Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club on a walk around the Morris, looking for fungi growing behind the scenes of the main garden display! We will explore the grounds for fungi growing in the garden beds and amongst the trees and discuss how to document and identify them. We'll also discuss the important roles these fungi might be playing in the overall health of the gardens. Leading the tour is Sam Bucciarelli, president of the club. Sam is an educator with a passion for ecology, especially as it pertains to fungi and the role they play in helping our ecosystems thrive.

Along with American history buffs, cycle tourists will enjoy this national treasure chock full of scenic vistas, and great bikeways.

Enjoy time at the farm with 165+ mini pet pigs! Live entertainment, Vegan Food, Piggy Paintings and, of course, Cuddling with Piglets!

Join us for a fall festival at the farm that includes guest speaker Malik Yakini as well as a resource fair with local providers.Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 26th from 11:00AM - 2:00PM at the farm for a FREE Fall Festival & Urban Growers Resource Fair!!There is something for the entire community!*Ruth Bennett Community Farm Tours*Pick pumpkins*Apple tasting & cider-making*Face painting*Bouquet makingFor Urban Food Producers & Beginning Farmers: Hear from local agencies and government official, and fellow growers! Experts will be there to provide information about accessing publicly available resources to expand your growing efforts. Do not our Featured

Come join us at the Black Farmers Market for some hands-on workshops for new growers!Welcome to the Black Farmers | New Grower Workshops! Join us at Freedom Greens + Gardens for a day of learning and networking with fellow black farmers. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your skills, these workshops are designed to help you towards your goal of independence and self sustainablity. Connect with experienced growers, gain valuable insights, and cultivate your passion for growing your own food. Don't miss this opportunity to grow your knowledge and community!

Come join us for a fun day of planting trees and snagging some freebies at our Fall Tree Planting & Giveaway event!Join North American Land Trust staff at our Fall Tree Planting & Giveaway event at Brinton Run Preserve! Join us on Sat, Oct 26, 2024 at 12:00 PM for a fun-filled day of planting trees and taking home your very own tree(s) to care for. This event is a great opportunity to give back to the environment and beautify our community. Don't miss out on this chance to make a positive impact and enjoy the beauty of nature. See

Learn how to transform a photo or drawing into a hand embroidery. All levels welcome and encouraged. All materials provided.Classes take place in studio 16 shd we will take time to stitch by the pier. Enjoy the pier concessions, visit the resident artists, and create your own original work of art.

Explore the differences between seeing and perceiving, as well as compositional strategies for memorable images .SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26Intentional Composition Through Photography1:00–4:00 PMRay Schneider, Freelance Photographer and Author of What the Photographer SeesPhotographers know that creating more interesting images requires perceiving your subject deeply and focusing on what makes it unique. Explore the differences between seeing and perceiving as instructor Ray Schneider shares compositional strategies for memorable images using a broad range of examples from his portfolio. Feedback will be provided on images from participants with ideas for how to possibly make each image stronger and even unforgettable.Some photography experience recommended.

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

Join us for a special screening of Bye Bye Tiberias, followed by a conversation with the film's director, Lina Soualem.Join us for a special screening of an intimate documentary featuring Emmy-nominated actress Hiam Abbass (Succession, Ramy, Blade Runner 2049) as she returns to her Palestinian village with her daughter after years of pursuing her acting career in France. The film explores the powerful legacy of separation across four generations of Palestinian women.Date: Saturday, October 26th, 2024Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMLocation: Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture, 310 W Master St, PhiladelphiaFollowing the screening, there will be a conversation with renowned Egyptian

Grieving Conversations is scheduled for Saturday, October 26, from 4-6 PM at Puentes De Salud.(This event will provide English and Spanish interpretation. Scroll down to read in English)CF: Catherine BirdsallConversaciones sobre el duelo: Exploración de prácticas culturales y espirituales para el cuidado al final de la vidaCon Catherine Birdsall, Johanna Cabrera, Abuela Kunanate, y Nija RiveraLa sesión GRATUITA tiene lugar en Puentes De Salud, 1700 South St, Philadelphia, PA. Hay estacionamiento disponible en el garage de South Street. También hay estacionamiento por parquímetro disponible en South Street y las calles cercanas. Este evento es completamente accesible para sillas de ruedas

Join us for the Closing Reception of Deirdre Murphy's solo exhibition "Gradients of Growth", with a talk by the artist.Join us for the closing reception and artist talk celebrating Gradients of Growth, a solo exhibition by Deirdre Murphy. This body of work explores the effects of the Anthropocene climate on tree cavity-nesting birds and East Coast pollinator species through vibrant paintings and detailed monoprints. Murphy draws inspiration from her residency at the Lower Merion Conservancy, where the natural beauty of nest cavities inspired her unique "portal" views in her paintings. Additionally, her monoprints, informed by the Lehigh University Tremblay Herbarium

Celebrate the ending of the Another Mural Arts Month!This year to conclude Mural Arts Month we’ve decided to lift the curtain, so to speak, to give the public an opportunity to peer deeper into the organization by giving them the opportunity to meet and interact with our board members, directors, artists and employees in a celebratory setting. As we conclude our 40th year, help us close out the 26th Annual Mural Art Month with “Mural Arts Month Closing Party: Wearable Art" at Rec Philly from 8p-12am. Sounds by Mia Maze and friends and Live Band Performance from Rae. Dianz.Wearable art

Join us for fall fun at Jenkins!SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27The Art and Science of Leaves (All Ages)10:00–11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for fall fun at Jenkins! Head outdoors for a nature walk to explore the season. Discover the science behind why leaves turn color and fall off deciduous trees. Bring your outdoor inspiration indoors with an autumn art project. You won’t be-leaf what you’ll create!All ages welcome; most suitable for ages 3+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Registration required for children only.Members: $10/class | Non-Members: $15/class

Through discussion and producing fruit leather from salvaged fallen apples, this workshop ruminates on apples in mythical, cultural, andPomological: Poison Apples and Fallen Fruit presented by Biomaterials Working Group in partnership with The Philadelphia Orchard ProjectWe are eating apples in the end of times. Through discussion and production of fruit leather from salvaged fallen apples, this workshop ruminates on apples in mythical, cultural, and biological contexts. Apple leather is presented in simultaneous processing stages: cooking, dehydrating, and as a bioplastic material within art practices.This workshop explores apples as symbols of knowledge, tickets to (un)paradise, fairy tale poisons and folk remedies,

Join us for an inside look of Shawn Theodore's solo exhibition as he is interviewed by independent Philadelphia curator Ginger RudolphPlease join us for a intimate inside look into Shawn Theodore's long-awaited solo exhibition A Race of Angels. Using collages, both traditional and digital, Theodore crafts layers and intersections of imagined familial ties, traditions, friendships, secrets, and rituals that bind them, something akin to the stories of long-lost relatives one might encounter in faded, blurry photographs.Theodore will be in conversation with local independent curator Ginger Rudolph as he dives into the constructed archetypes and famillial ties that hold the exhibtion

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

Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing.Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome. Directions: Check in to Studio 16 on 2nd floorhttps://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

For the 6th year in a row we'll be getting together to socialize, eat, carve pumpkins, and see who makes the best maitake (or other mushroom) jerky. Everyone is invited! This year we are doing a costume contest, mushroom themed costumes are highly encouraged. Winner will receive a PMC merch bundle and bragging rights. ** IF YOU ARE BRINGING A DISH to share, please make a list of all the ingredients used, to be displayed on the table. We will provide index cards if you need them. If your dish contains wild mushrooms that you foraged, please make sure that

Providing Delaware River Basin leaders with practical information for shaping adaptation projects that reduce exposure to climate impacts.Welcome to the Climate Workshop happening at The Discovery Center on Monday, October 28, 2024 at 10:00 AMJoin the Delaware River Basin Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 3 for a day filled with interactive sessions and expert speakers examining climate change adaptation through the lens of the 3 top climate impacts facing the Delaware River Basin: increased temperature, changes in precipitation patterns, and sea level rise.Attendance at this event is FREE. Box lunches may be available to pre-order and purchase