The members at Black Hound Clay have been hard at work and want to share what they've been busy making. Come out to look, support, and buy!Spring has sprung in the city and we're celebrating with an upcoming Spring Market for Black Hound Clay West members. This event is fully organized by members and we can't wait to show you what we've all been hard at work making!Look forward to work from:Cassie JonesCorinna CowlesFrankie IadarolaLauren DelkMarria NakhodaMeghann altomareAndrew LeeJosh LandowRoosterBridget KollerSarah GordonClaire EngelhardtRebecca Del RossiCaroline CharukNari kimBecky haviviSarah KelloggBetsy WeissJocelyn PettitSeraweat ArefaineMargot FieldSarah JamesLaura MecklenburgerLaura Blumenthal BeardMarket will take place

Kids Club 6 years old and upKids Club art class is a 1.5 hour art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:30 to 1:00.Animal and portrait collages.Cut paper and magazines, and add some mod podge to create animals or a portrait or a scene, creativity can be found in every day objects.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on

Explore the Wagner museum and the collections, and learn all about things that are out of this world!MAY FIRST SATURDAY OPEN HOUSESpace Rocks!May the Fourth be the day you visit the Wagner! Inspired by a certain legendary franchise, we’re looking to the stars for May’s First Saturday to celebrate the ways space can be even more fascinating than in science fiction. At 1:00 and 3:00, hear from Dr. Alexandra Krull Davatzes from Temple University’s Earth & Environmental Science department about on her work as a part of the HiRISE Camera Team. HiRISE is taking photos of the surface of Mars

Tour a range of ghost signs from Washington Square West through Center City, exploring the commercial history behind them.Join Hidden City as we tour a range of ghost signs from Washington Square West through Center City. We'll discuss the history of the businesses and buildings behind the faded ads, exploring signage as a window to the neighborhoods' commercial past: Piano Row on Chestnut Street, a concentration of print and publishing houses, Horn & Hardart Automat, and so much more."Ghost Signs" are faded and often forgotten business and advertisement signs, usually found on the front or sides of buildings. The effects

Help reforest 2 acres in Neshaminy State Park, PA. Just north of Philadelphia. Remove invasive plants,tend,or plant native trees and shrubsNeshaminy State Park ReforestationWe have ongoing volunteer opportunities tending this 2.2 acre area in Neshaminy State Park along the (River Trail).Dates of volunteer events:(Spring/Fall 2024 Tree Tending) First Saturdays of each month 1 - 4pm3-2-24 Saturday (1 pm - 4 pm)4-6-24 Saturday (1 pm - 4 pm)5-4-24 Saturday (1 pm - 4 pm)6-1-24 Saturday (1 pm - 4 pm)7-6-24 Saturday (1 pm - 4 pm)7-7-24 Sunday (9 am - 12) and (1pm -4 pm)8-3-24 Saturday (1 pm - 4 pm)9-7-24

Location TBD 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! 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 footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with you. Detailed information and the specific meeting location will be sent by email

Receive a 1-2 hour in-person consultation in Philadelphia, PA at your growing space to support ag business planning. This is step one.Sign-up to receive an hour of ag business planning technical assistance in-person at your growing space in Philadelphia, PA supporting crop planning, harvest & post-harvest handling, food safety, small space field cropping, and sales to food hubs. This is the first step in the sign-up process. You will receive a follow-up email to figure out a meeting spot and your TA time and date from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com and you will need to confirm the plan for TA. You must cancel

Come learn how to crochet and make your own hat! Participants will be led by resident artist Celeste PrestonCeleste Preston, one of d'griot gallery's Spring resident artists, will be leading attendees on how to start projects with a crochet needle and yarn using the “slip stitch”. The supplies that are needed are a crochet needle (aluminum may be easier to work with, smaller needles will take longer FYI) yarn and a positive mindset.​Learn from the best and bring all your questions and supplies!**Community Sponsored Tickets are NOT gauranteed. We will notify you if tickets were able to be sponsored by

B Local Spring Info SocialB Local Friends!We are excited to invite the B Local Philly Community to our Spring Info Social hosted by recently Certfied B Corp Seer at The Piazza 1033 N 2nd St 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA 19123. Our Info Social will be a time to report on our experiences at the Annual Champions Retreat and hear from others' experiences, the impact the retreat had on the Philadelphia Impact Ecosystem, and what this all means for B Local Philly. We will also use this time to gather input on programming and share the Q2 B Lab updates. There

Group Yoga On The Pier with Roots2Rise YogaJoin Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome.** Find us on the grass pier within the Park (Park access road at 7801 State Rd, just south of Rhawn St.)This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will help sustain more free and low-cost yoga programming throughout the city.Please bring your own mat :)Pre-registration encouraged!*Classes will be released at the beginning of each month for registration.

with Doug TallamyRecent 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 current standard of living on Planet Earth. The good news is that none of this is inevitable. Tallamy will discuss simple steps that each of us can- and must- take to reverse declining biodiversity and will explain why we, ourselves, are

Location TBD 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

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! This week celebrate with the person who raised you or the child you raised by bringing them to support a sustainable mission! You are encouraged to bring a plus one to tag team processing textiles!Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse. We moved to a new space in BOK! We

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on Thursdays mornings for a variety of stewardship projects! 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 footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with

Celebrate the season at our annual plant sale!Registration is not required for this event, but we wanted to share the following details with everyone! If you would like to register to receive festival updates you are more than welcome to do so. Please feel free to arrive anytime between the 3:00 - 6:00 window even though tickets have timeslots.Enjoy the great outdoors and celebrate the season by attending Haverford College Arboretum's spring plant sale. We will have a variety of sun and shade pollinator perennials available. Below are some of the plants we plan on having available:Adiantum pedatum (northern maidenhair

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Ayurveda. The Science of Life, is a holistic approach to understanding how various foods, routines and personal habits influence your healthAyurveda. The science of life is a holistic approach to understanding how various foods, routines, and personal habits influence health based on an individual's unique constitution. Delving into the concept of the six tastes of food and refining your palate to discern them can impact your everyday food choices.In this class Matthew will teach you about the six tastes, their basic therapeutic benefits and offer samples of food for you to experience. Limited space available. Only 20 spots available.

ADULT ONLY nature programs in the Wissahickon! Expect naturalist studies, awareness games, movement activities, and more! Designed for fun!ADULT ONLY nature programs in the Wissahickon! Expect naturalist studies, awareness games, movement activities, and more! Designed for fun!These offerings are designed to get folks out of the work day and into the woods! Expect to play nature based 'awareness' games, be challenged with nature based sensory development challenges, and learn about local flora and fauna and their wild and wonderful lives- all while winding down, meeting neighbors, and having some FUN in the beautiful Wissahickon Valley Park!When : Thursday Evenings, 6:30

This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.Speak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com.

Join us along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! Volunteers needed to help with tree care, landscaping, litter and beautification!Volunteers Needed! Join us for a day in the park along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! We'll be cleaning up the park, completing some invasive removal, general landscaping tasks and maybe some tree care for newly planted trees. Meet at the picnic pavilion near the soccer fields!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have

Fridays at 10 am April 26 to May 31 We will meet at different locations in the Park and search for warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and otherMigration Madness Bird WalksDifferent Locations in Wissahickon ParkFridays at 10 am April 26 to May 31We will meet at different locations in the Park and search for warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and other birds during the peak of spring migration. Date and locationsApril 26- Harper’s Meadow, meet at Cedar’s HouseMay 3- Valley Green InnMay 10- Tree House, 300 W Northwestern AveMay 17- Houston Meadow, meet at Houston PlaygroundMay 24- Saul Agricultural Fields, meet at Scout House, Wigard

Tour of Philly FoodWorks warehouse with CEO and Supply Chain Coordinator(Pre-registration required at least 24 hours in advance to participate in the event)Join Dylan Baird CEO of Philly Food Works and Loren Pola, Supply Chain Coordinator for a conversation about selling to urban food hubs and take a tour.

Every Friday and Saturday, a group of revolving vendors from the tri-state area will set up their shops at sunny Dilworth Park.Support a revolving list of small businesses from the Philly area and beyond at the Philadelphia Marketplace 2024! Makers and crafters from the tri-state area will bring their handmade artwork, home goods, plants and more to the outdoor market every weekend. This pop-up market is brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in Philadelphia and the Center City District.Every Friday and Saturday, a group of revolving vendors will set up their shops at sunny Dilworth Park. Don’t

Conversation about farming business basics with Philly FoodWorks CEO and Supply Chain Coordinator(Pre-registration required at least 24 hours in advance to participate in the event)Join Dylan Baird CEO of Philly Food Works and Loren Pola, Supply Chain Coordinator for a conversation about farm business planning basics, business operations planning for small plot farming and to learn about some upcoming technical assistance support for farm business planning.

Unlock your creativity and green thumb in our unique workshop where we combine the art of upcycling with the beauty of spring bulbs!Unlock your creativity and green thumb in our unique workshop where we combine the art of upcycling with the beauty of spring bulbs! Bring new life to thrift store baskets as you learn the art of transforming them into charming planters. Our expert instructors will guide you through the process of planting spring bulbs, teaching you how to nurture them into vibrant blooms. Join us for a sustainable and hands-on experience that not only beautifies your space but

Have you ever wondered how everyday “weeds” might help balance the mind, body, and spirit? You’ll never look at your lawn the same again!** Free to reserve your spot, $15/admission paid onsite to facilitator **Come out to Brinton Run Preserve and learn the names and medicinal values of the plants growing all around you.Be guided through the mindfulness practice of forest bathing to bring ease and vitality to your mind.Learn how to harvest safely and ethically as we wildcraft together and integrate through a tea ceremony.About your facilitator:Kellie Lynch is a trauma-informed menstrual cycle coach, herbalist, nurse, and equine -

An Interactive Q&A with Director Dr. Harsha AtmakuriAs we approach Mother’s Day, consider: India is the largest producer of Milk.  It is also one of the largest exporters of Beef. This is Not an accident. Join World Vegan Vision and American Vegan Society in welcoming  Dr. Harsha Atmakuri  Director of Mother’s Milk (Maa Ka Doodh), Uncovering a Nation’s Dairy Disaster. Please watch the movie on YouTube prior to the Q&A event. Sign up at WorldVeganVision.org/MKD510  

Meeting at Wissahickon Environmental Center Love Your Park is an annual week-long celebration of the amazing parks we have in Philadelphia! On this Saturday, we’ll be working on a variety of improvement and beautification projects around the lovely Wissahickon Environmental Center (AKA The Tree House). Directly following the service day, be sure to join us for our 2nd annual Love Your Wissahickon fest at the Cedars House Café! 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

Join Friends of the Wissahickon and Tree House staff as we tackle land restoration projects on the grounds of the Tree House.Join Friends of the Wissahickon and Tree House staff as we tackle land restoration projects on the grounds of the Tree House. We have plenty of invasive vines and bushes to tackle! Gloves and tools will be provided. Please wear old, closed toed shoes or boots. Let's help improve our beloved forest!

Join us at Gifts From The Garden for a day of exploring and celebrating all things nature-inspired and handcrafted!Gifts From The GardenCome join us at Life Do Grow Farm with Lady Danni for a fundraiser supporting Urban Creators on May 11th! Together we’ll take a foraging tour around Life Do Grow Farm followed by a DIY take home native seed bomb making workshop - all led by Lady Danni! Tickets are based on a sliding scale - any and all support is appreciated and will directly benefit with work we do for our community at Urban Creators, Life Do Grow Farm.Learn more

We paint a picture of the past, contextualize the present, and envision the future of public space in our city! #PastPresentPossibleWe are the only historic walking tour in Philadelphia that paints a picture of the past, contextualizes the present, and envisions the future of public space in our city!The Three Mile Vision Tour explores the past, present, and future of the Rail Park, highlighting the potential for this project to connect thousands of Philadelphia residents and visitors to green space and each other.This linear, street-level tour is approximately 3 miles in length, beginning at 2700 Pennsylvania Avenue and ending at

Gather at The Watershed Institute for a hike, nature activities, and a picnic lunch!Calling all nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, and wildlife aficionados! Join us for a morning of hiking, shelter building (no prior experience required!), and learning about local wildlife at The Watershed Institute, a 950-acre nature preserve in neighboring Hopewell.The Watershed Institute has a beautiful LEED-platinum-certified nature center, a charming butterfly house, and miles of hiking trails. It also hosts one of the most popular summer camps in the area (selling out registration within a matter of minutes)! A picnic lunch will be served. Please wear sturdy shoes and

Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you can learn how to make your own basic top or dress from scratch!Must bring your own sewing machine!This is a series of how to make your own clothes taught by Tiara Orange. It is recommended you take her "for beginners" classes first before attending these more advance classes. Keep a look out for those classes held on the 3rd thursday every month from 6-8.Anyone participating in the classes will need to bring the required supplies to do the class. Pattern name and number is listed along a with link to

Join FOW and WEC for fun activities and hikes outside of Cedar's HouseAt Cedars House, Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) will have a variety of fun activities related to the “Leave-no-Trace” concept after the morning restoration event at Wissahickon Environmental Center (WEC). WEC staff lead a 1pm nature hike; FOW staff at 2pm. Cedars House will be open for food and drink.

On Saturday, May 11 the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Educator is opening the greenhouse so you can browse through their native plant collection. While their plant sale is typically online, this event gives visitors the chance to shop for Mother’s Day gifts with advice from native plant experts.

The Tacony LAB free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Draw from the beauty of Glen Foerd, such as the fireplaces or stained glass, or be inspired on the grounds of the mansion by the various plant life and other surroundingsGuided by artist Bob Dix, students will create a still life drawing using pencil and paper.Please register so we have an accurate count of supplies. This project may take the full 2 hours, so please arrive at 11 and plan to stay until 1.This event will take place on location at Glen Foerd, a hidden treasure in Northeast Philadelphia on the Delaware

Kids Club 6 years old and upKids Club art class is a 1.5 hour art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 11:30 to 1:00.Make a greeting card for May! We will be using pipecleaners to create neat designs on the cards.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with their child through this class.Please submit age of child.

In this workshop, participants will create their own sculptures of saproxylic organisms to take home and learn about dead wood advocacy!The term “saproxylic” refers to creatures who depend on dead trees for their survival. These critters are mostly hidden from view inside logs and hollow trunks, but they form a large and diverse multispecies assemblage that is critical to forest health.Saproxylic creatures are under threat worldwide because dead wood is so often removed and destroyed out of a lack of understanding about its role in the environment. This issue is especially pressing in urban areas like Philadelphia, but fortunately we

A roundtable discussion about race, economic status, and where people can live.Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Levittown, Folcroft, Whitman Park, Mt. Airy.A roundtable conversation about race, economic status, and where people can live.Alex Baker, whose parents were the first black family to move to Folcroft, Delaware County will be our guest speaker. Others directly connected or witness to events depicted in the exhibition may also share their experiences, to be followed by time for questions and comments.Each of the communities highlighted in the Rosalind Bloom's "Won't You Be My Neighbor" exhibition experienced attempts at housing integration during the Civil Rights

Cedars House Café Directly following our Love Your Park volunteer service day, we’re ready to celebrate all things Wissahickon! Stop by to learn more about the park and ways you can help keep it clean and beautiful; we’ll have games, a community art project, mini Trail Ambassador talks, prizes, and much more! This is a free event and perfect for families. No need to register – just stop by!

Learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants. Create an organic textile . All plant based materials included.Bundle dye with wildflowers and natural botanicals. All materials included. Organic cotton fabric makes this vegan friendly. Size 16" v 16". Workshop is on second floor in studio 16 of Cherry St Pier. Visit the other artist studios. Food and drink trucks available on the pier.This is drop in so please budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12-4. You do not have to stay 12-4 , but these are the times available fot you to drop in. Registratiion ensures

Visit the Schuylkill Center for a 101 Guide to Gardening with Native Plants, led by Land Stewardship Coordinator, Victoria Holderer. A graduate of Temple University in Horticulture, she has worked in the landscape design and restoration field with a focus on native plants and ecological gardening practices. This class will cover garden design, how to choose your plants, and the benefits of planting native species.

Please join InLiquid, Philadelphia Collage Works, and Collage Philadelphia on Saturday, May 11th for a day of collage at Park Towne Place.5/11, 1 - 4 pmLower Level of Towne Center, Park Towne PlaceInLiquid + Philadelphia Collage Works + Collage Philadelphia + PTP + AIRPlease join us in the Lower Level of Towne Center from 1 - 4 PM on Saturday, May 11th, for a celebration of all things collage! In honor of World Collage Day, InLiquid is partnering with Philadelphia CollageWorks and Collage Philadelphia to celebrate the imaginative, fun, and carefree World of Collage.Choose among four collage activities and create

Get ready to showcase your talent and express yourself at our "An Open Mic Experience" event on May 11, 2024!Calling all poets and poetry lovers! We’re officially back live and better than ever with the third installment of our open mic series, hosted by @mayaisangelique on Saturday, May 11th at 6:30pm!Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served, so come join us for a drink and a vibe, on the house!No theme for this event! Just bring your heart and your art! You don’t wanna miss this one!Tickets Online - $10.Tickets at the Door - $15.Important: Due to the intimate

Create Memories This Mother’s Day: Design Jewelry Together in this Mother’s Day workshop! Sun, May 12th, 2024 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Instructed by Newell Catania Class Length: 2 hours Workshop Price: $99.00 per person OR Mother’s Day Special: Buy One, Get One 50% off! Try your hand at jewelry-making at NextFab’s open-to-the-public workshop. This beginner-friendly session provides a hands-on introduction to the exciting world of jewelry design and creation. In this workshop, you’ll: Design and create your piece: Craft a unique pendant, pair of earrings, or keychain to take home and cherish. Learn jewelry-making basics: Gain a fundamental understanding of essential

Learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants. Create an organic textile . All plant based materials included.Bundle dye with wildflowers and natural botanicals. All materials included. Organic cotton fabric makes this vegan friendly. Size 16" v 16". Workshop is on second floor in studio 16 of Cherry St Pier. Visit the other artist studios. Food and drink trucks available on the pier.This is drop in so please budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12-4. You do not have to stay 12-4 , but these are the times available fot you to drop in. Registratiion ensures

Spend a lovely morning on Share's Nice Roots Farm with your fellow School Food Directors!Here's what to expect at our School Food Directors open house:Welcome by Share Food Program Executive Director George MatysikAn introduction to Nice Roots Farm, our quarter-acre urban farm that grows nearly 5,000 pounds of organic produce a yearMeet & greet with Share and Nice Roots staffRefreshments, music and games!Group tour of the Share Food Program warehouse

Join us for 4 weeks of outdoor fun!TUESDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIESJenkins Juniors (Ages 2–5)5/14 – 6/4 | 10:00 – 11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensLet’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this spring! Each class will include a story, scenic strolls, and a creative craft. Our activities will encourage children to embrace their sense of wonder, and adults to rekindle theirs. Each week will have a different theme so join us for one or both series.Suitable for ages 2–5. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult.Registration required for children only. Rain or

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

Join us for an exclusive virtual shopping experience hosted by our Online Store Team!Mendables: Virtual Shopping with FABSCRAP!Join us for an exciting online event where you can celebrate Mendables Week with a fresh collection of mendables and fabrics! Our Mendables are pre-consumer clothing recovered from our clients in the fashion industry.On Tuesday, April 16th at 2pm (EST), you'll have the opportunity to shop a wide range of never-before-seen high quality and designer mendable garments and fabrics from the comfort of your own home. We will be showcasing a selection of mendables, as well as fun fabrics you can utilize for

Join us as we plant out summer crops at the Don Coppedge Village Community GardenJoin us as we plant summer crops like tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumber, eggplants and more in the Don Coppedge Village Community Garden! This garden will be maintained with the help of our SEED Skills participants - young people ages 12-18 who will be learning to garden over the course of the summer. Trellis for Tomorrow will provide everything you need - seedlings, gloves and trowels. If you live in Don Coppedge Village and are interested in receiving produce over the summer, feel free to stop by