Learn more about the health and environmental benefits of biking and trail use, and the latest updates on the Chester Valley Trail system!Bike riding is not only a fantastic way to improve your physical and mental health, but also the health of the planet! Unlike cars, bikes do not release harmful emissions, nor do they require harmful chemicals (like antifreeze). Moreover, the development of roads requires the destruction of green space, and creates water runoff that contributes to ground and water pollution. Riding a bike reduces traffic and noise pollution, improving mental health and communities. Philadelphia is the top bicycle

WPP Speaker Series: The Willows and its Neighbors presented by Jeff GroffJoin Jeff Groff at the Willows Mansion for a fun and engaging look at the Willows and its Neighbors on Tuesday, August 30th. This illustrated talk tells the story of The Willows (originally called Rose Garland when built), the families who owned it over the years, and its architect Charles Barton Keen. This area really was the gold coast for great Main Line country places and the talk will highlight neighboring estates such as Dunminning, Ravenscliff, Happy Creek Farm, Hothorpe, and Inver House.There will be a wine and cheese

Join our FABSCRAP QUIZZO sessions for a chance to win a limited upcycled FABSCRAP hoodie!FABSCRAP Philly needs your 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. During our last summer game of the season, volunteers will play FABSCRAP Trivia, and prove their knowledge of FABSCRAP's operations and sorting process! The trivia winner(s) of each session will be entered into a raffle to win a limited supply upcycled FABSCRAP hoodie!FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping our volunteers, community, and

Intro to Solar Printing at Cira GreenCelebrate fall by learning to produce beautiful, one-of-a-kind solar prints. Display your work of art at home or give as a gift to your nature loving friends.This craft is good for ages 12+ and will last approximately one hour.Admission includes:-snacks and refreshments-instruction-all supplies required to make and take home your very own solar print-supplies to make more, so you can develop your cyanotyping skills at home or share the joy with friends and familyEach print is unique! Date: August 31st, 2022Location: Cira Green Park - 129 S 30th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104Time: 2-3 PMNotes:

Join our FABSCRAP QUIZZO sessions for a chance to win a limited upcycled FABSCRAP hoodie!FABSCRAP Philly needs your 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. During our last summer game of the season, volunteers will play FABSCRAP Trivia, and prove their knowledge of FABSCRAP's operations and sorting process! The trivia winner(s) of each session will be entered into a raffle to win a limited supply upcycled FABSCRAP hoodie!FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping our volunteers, community, and

Help pick up litter along a sand beach of the Delaware River in Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem PA, there is nice view of Philadelphia here

Help pick up litter along a sand beach of the Delaware River in Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem PA, there is nice view of Philadelphia here

LOCATION Belmont Plateau Parking Lot 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive Philadelphia, PA 19131 Join us on Tuesdays this fall for a guided hike and restorative yoga series led by Cole Hooley. We’ll begin with a short peaceful hike on the Belmont and Trolley Trails, stopping at several points to meditate and reflect on nature under the guidance of Cole Hooley, an experienced mindfulness instructor. Cole will help hone your ears to nature’s sounds and connect your heart to the earth’s healing energy. Next, we’ll find a comfortable spot near the trail for 45 minutes of yoga practice with an emphasis on

Join us for an 8-week virtual botanical illustration seriesBotanical Observations: Autumn Objects of Field and Forest8-Week Virtual Series on Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pmSeptember 6 – November 1 (no class 10/18)Presented by Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator Let’s take a closer look at some of the wonderful natural elements that make up our autumn outdoor world! Join Margaret Saylor virtually to draw (or paint) a new specimen each week. Not only will we learn about that week’s botanical theme, but we’ll see how these subjects fit into the broader realm of contemporary botanical art. Themes will include: flowers, fungi,

For Children 2-5 years with an adult.Children ages 2-5 years with an adult can join us for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. $5.00 per child. Adults are FREE. Formally known as Mommy, Me and Nature. Eventbrite fees apply. Email PEC@phila.gov if you'd like to pay by cash or check.

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! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse.FABSCRAP Philly is committed to keeping our volunteers, community, and team safe:Masks are required to enter the FABSCRAP warehouse.Volunteer stations are spaced at least 6 feet apartCleaning and sanitizing of volunteer stations and frequently touched surfaces will take place between all volunteer sessionsThe FABSCRAP

Join us for an evening of activities focused on our favorite pollinator, the honey bee!Join us for an evening of activities focused on our favorite pollinator, the honey bee! This year's HoneyFest will feature food from the Clean Plate Club food truck and the Haagen-Dazs ice cream truck. Various vendors will sell their wares. Craft special art projects with members of our staff or enjoy some lawn games. The Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild will host multiple activities like open hive talks and honey extractions. Donate what you wish! Please RSVP in advance.Festivities will continue at Wyck House on September 10th and

You are cordially invited to celebrate AIC's 10th Anniversary and unique partnership with Pinelands Preservation Alliance.You are cordially invited to celebrate our 10th Anniversary and the partnership between Allies in Caring and the Pinelands Preservation Alliance at the beautiful Bishop Farmstead Southampton, NJ, on September 9, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Join us for a joyful evening of giving and community connection to celebrate Allies in Caring (AIC) and the Pinelands Preservation Alliance’s (PPA) collaboration to benefit health, wellness, and nature. We have been working together to expand our reach beyond what people typically think of as an “environmental”

Attend this campus tour with Philadelphia Mycology Club's founder Bethany Teigen.Join us for a casual stroll around campus hunting for mushrooms! Bethany Teigen, founder of the Philadelphia Mycology Club, will lead the way teaching participants how to properly forage for mushrooms. This class is intended for beginners and will include a general introduction to the fungal kingdom and identification information on each specimen found. Please remember to wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.

Join Us!Dr. Mia Charlene White will outline the relationship between cultural production and Earth Justice using specific resistance projects practiced by historically marginalized communities. By connecting these cultural practices to a broader conceptual framework called “blues epistemologies,” Dr. White will use her positionality as a radical geographer to provide generative ideas for linking embodied, place-based organizing to theoretical ways-of-knowing. Participants will come away with concrete examples of community resistance as well as introduction to a theoretical model that links social ecologies/community-based resistance and concepts rooted in the Black radical tradition.The Mural Arts Institute is hosting a two-week long series of

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

Join us to collectively launch the process towards a digital catalog of the collections at WPCA/Paul Robeson House & MuseumJoin Paul Robeson House & Museum with Leeway x IPMF Media Artist-Activist in Residence Malkia Okech to collectively launch the process towards a digital catalog of the collections at Paul Robeson House & Museum/West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance. This introductory event is an information session regarding opportunities and needs of building a digital archive at PRHM/WPCA. Together we will brainstorm the following: How do we remember the history of our community? What can we do to preserve these memories? What can we

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

For full event descriptions, please visit the MAI Arts and Environmental Justice Symposium webpageMural Arts Institute is hosting a two-week long series of events exploring the intersection of environmental justice and art. While most events during the two weeks are virtual and free, September 14th will bring people together for a full day of in-person and hybrid programming at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Pre-registration is required, and sliding scale admission (Solidarity through Redistribution) ensures admission to the full Symposium, lunch, and admission to rooftop beer garden and networking event. For full event descriptions, please visit the MAI Arts and

Support Citizen stewards of the public right-of-way for the equitable distribution of plazas and parklets across the city of Philadelphia.Take the Lane, StreetBox’s inaugural Symposium is intended to elevate the need to center and support citizen stewards of the right-of-way in legislation and policy pursued by environmentalists, urbanists, and good government advocates. The event will serve the wider design and advocacy communities.*if cost is a factor for your participation, please email ariel@streetboxphl.com for scholarship informationAgenda:12:00 pm | Arrival, registration, and light lunch will be served12:30 pm | Rubber, Meet Road: Philadelphia PlaceMakers on finding challenges and opportunities in the ROW

Lady Danni leads a walk along between Piers 68 and 70 to discuss the trees and plants that line the trail.Behind Columbus Blvd (Delaware Ave) there is 1.64 miles of trail from Pier 68 & 70 lined with trees and wild plants that have edible and medicinal value. We’ll start at Pier 70 that begins at Walmart, and walk towards pier 68 and Washington Avenue Green. We’ll discuss the trees and other plants that line the route. This is a collaboration between Wild Foodies and Landed Gentress.To prepare for the tour you can visit wildfoodies.org and familiarize yourself with the

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.

Learn about the Philadelphia connection to Southern Food from colonial times to the Great Migration and beyond.Valerie Erwin is a Philadelphia chef and social justice activist and a long time resident of Germantown. For 12 years she owned the critically acclaimed Geechee Girl Rice Cafe. Geechee Girl featured the food of the Low Country of South Carolina and Georgia where her grandparents were born. She now manages a food access program for a small local foundation. Valerie does programs and presentations on both Philadelphia and Low Country foodways, on the importance of local food and on the intersection of food

Join us!Rolling on the River is an overview of the critical importance of water and air quality in the Central California Valley. This conversation offers an in-depth look into the theory, process, and outcome of a collaborative project centralizing the need to translate hard scientific data related to environmental justice, public health, and safety into a user-friendly format. Rolling on the River brings together artists, activists, scientists, and scholars shaping the conversation around more just futures in the Central Valley. Speakers:Dr. Rosanna Esparza, Retired Gerontologist and Community OrganizerMichelle Glass, MFA, Artist and ActivistDr. Vivian Underhill, Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Social

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

The abundance of nature is nuts!Join local perennial agriculture enthusiast Michael Muehlbauer to learn about foraging and processing native nut trees. This workshop will include home-scale hacks, a tour of trees, and a discussion of foraging ethics.

An exploration of Ukrainian culture through foodWe welcome you to the Culinary Literacy Center stolovaya—a cafeteria-style buffet—featuring classic dishes prepared the Ukrainian way. We celebrate the country's culture and food with the opportunity to taste items you'd find at a traditional Ukrainian table: potato pierogies (varenyky), borscht with pampushky (Ukrainian garlic bread), crepes (blini) with sweet cottage cheese and berries, and beet kvass. In addition to sampling these dishes, participants will receive recipes, discuss how these preparations are unique, and learn about their significance in Ukrainian culture.All dishes served are vegetarian; please notify us of any food restrictions in advance

Come join us IN-PERSON at the Wagner for an evening talk with Dr. Kate Goodrich to learn about the pollination ecology of the native Pawpaw!WEEKNIGHTS AT THE WAGNER: Flowers, Flies and Fermentation: the Pollination Ecology of Pawpaw With Dr. Kate GoodrichThe pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a fascinating local tree that produces the largest native fruits in North America. It was widely known and consumed by indigenous people and early colonists, but it is less well-known today. Pawpaws bloom in early spring with small, maroon, yeasty-smelling flowers. The oddly-scented flowers attract a collection of flies normally associated with fermenting fruits or

Prepare your Garden for WinterMaster Gardener Rich Kedanis will discuss preparation of your residential garden for wintertime. Vegetable gardens as well as ornamental gardens will be addressed. In-ground, container and raised bed gardens will also be considered. Fall is for planting! Learn to make use of this optimal seasonal window to enhance your gardens year round.When: Wednesday, September 21st at 6pmWhere: Willows Park Preserve in Villanova, PA

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

Help pick up litter along a sand beach of the Delaware River in Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem PA, there is nice view of Philadelphia here

Learn how to brew beer at Glen Foerd with artist, Michael Konrad.Learn how to brew beer at Glen Foerd with artist, Michael Konrad. During this 4-hour hands-on workshop, you will learn about all of the ingredients and process of homemade beer making* in Michael’s DIYvek Mobile Brewcamp.** Inspired by the history and flora of Glen Foerd, and incorporating local ingredients and ancient “magical” traditions, we will brew a site-responsive ale designed by Michael. Be sure to return to Glen Foerd’s Basement Rathskeller in 6 weeks for Michael’s second artmaking workshop during which the completed beer will be available to sample.

Moms, gather your family and retreat beneath the trees for a few hours of re-energizing and centering self-care activities.Black Girls With Green Thumbs calls mothers from across the Philadelphia area to reflect on their resilience and commit to nurturing their spirit by connecting with the ultimate feminine energy: Mother Nature. On Sunday, September 25th we invite you and your children to immerse yourself in nature for the second annual They Didn't Know We Were Seeds: Family Wellness Retreat. At the retreat you and your family will: claim your right to rest be free to let go break the routine of

Learn all about fascinating bog plants and how to care for them. Participants will get to take home three plants of their own! Did you know that there are only certain species of plant that will survive in wetlands and bogs....and some of them are carniverous!! Come learn about these fantastic plants and their care, and take home some new bog-plant friends. Taught by Penn State Master Watershed Steward John Bernick, this workshop will be held outdoors at Pavillion 3 at Wayne Grube Park as part of the Bertsch Hokendauqua Catasauqua Watershed Association's Community Day. The class will be preceeded

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

A confluence of events threatens food security around the world.The risk of severe famine in some developing countries is growing ever greater. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has disrupted crucial supplies of grain and fertilizer, and while a deal to allow grain exports is now in place, its future is unclear. Extreme heat in India, Europe, and the US has stunted crops, with India banning wheat exports to assure its own needs are met. Oil prices have shot up, increasing costs for the global agricultural complex. Meanwhile, pandemic-related supply chain disruptions have roiled the global economy, making key staples harder

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

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.

15-20mile FTQ Gravel RideCome out and join us in the woods for a beginner/intermediate ride on Boxer's Trail into Belmont! This is a no-drop ride that is around 15-20miles long. If trails are not rideable, we'll take to the road for some hills. Bring your 35mm (&up!) tires, Boxer's can be surprisingly loose gravel and Belmont is nice and twisty with some fun logs. We can show you how to take a picture of your bike in the beautiful morning light and giggle our way over to some coffee. We'll aim to end around 9:30, but you're always welcome to

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.

A convening of leading researchers to understand the scope, impact, and future policy implications of pandemic emergency rental assistance.The Housing Initiative at Penn, in partnership with the Housing Crisis Research Collaborative, is pleased to invite you to participate in an closed-door convening to consider the lessons of Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) programs on Friday, September 30th at the Kleinman Center on the University of Pennsylvania's West Philadelphia campus.This event will provide an opportunity for leading ERA researchers to assess the state of our knowledge about pandemic-era rental assistance and to consider how these findings should inform future housing policy.The convening

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.

Friday, September 30 (10am-5pm): Timed entry tickets for viewing the exhibition, "Becoming Weatherwise" at the APS Museum.Becoming Weatherwise: A History of Climate Science in America, an APS Museum exhibition, is open! The American Philosophical Society is delighted to have visitors back in the historic Philosophical Hall to explore the exhibition. TIMED ENTRYTimed entry tickets required for visitation. The time of your ticket notes the time frame in which you must arrive at the Museum. Visitors typically spend between 15-45 minutes in the exhibition. Only 20 visitors will be allowed in the exhibition at a time. Visitors are welcome to explore

Join CRC Watersheds Association, Newtown Township EAC & the Garrett Williamson Foundation for a hike during peak fall bird migration.Back by popular demand, accomplished birders Mike McGraw and Bonnie Witmer will guide us through the beautiful 240-acre Garrett Williamson property during the peak of fall bird migration. We anticipate seeing flocks of warblers, vireos, and thrushes streaming through the woods and fields on their way to their winter homes in Central and South America and the Caribbean islands. As an added bonus, there will be a hands-on demonstration of the revolutionary new bird identification tool added to the Merlin App