Events

Why Lights Out Each year, tens of million birds pass through Philadelphia during the spring and fall migration. Unfortunately, many are killed when they fly into buildings, confused by artificial lights at night or by reflective or transparent glass surfaces. Artificial lights at night can attract birds migrating at night to buildings and ultimately cause them to collide with other parts of the buildings associated with the lights. What is Lights Out Lights Out is a voluntary program that involves turning off and/or blocking as many external and internal building lights as possible at night, when bird migration is occurring

Are you a Thomas Jefferson University student or faculty member with clothes you never wear taking up space in your closet? If so, join PA Fibershed’s Jefferson Ambassadors for a Clothing Swap on Tuesday, 4/7, at the Gutman Quad! Participants are invited to arrive anytime after 12:15 PM and bring 5–15 clean, gently used clothing items, shoes, or accessories to swap. Please sign up and pay beforehand through the link below. You’ll be provided with table space to display your items and will have the opportunity to browse and select pieces brought by others. Bring a bag for your finds!

This all-ages, activity encourages observation, experimentation, and play with natural forms.Inspired by the renewed season of gathering and the quiet magic of early evening, these relaxed, all-ages workshops celebrate small acts of making, connection, and shared light—like fireflies flickering across the lawn. Participants are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and settle in for gentle, hands-on fiber activities that build across the three evenings. As part of Historic Germantown’s neighborhood Firefly Hours initiative, Allens Lane Art Center invites the community to gather outdoors at dusk for a three-evening spring fiber arts series.As the evening light softens, participants will explore

Join us for yoga with instructor Alicia Atkinson, every Tuesday evening at uCity Square!Join instructor Alicia Atkinson every Tuesday for an outdoor yoga session! This class is open and free to all, and is accessible to all levels of yoga practice.When: Tuesdays in April, May and June from 5:15PM to 6:15PMWhere: uCity Square (outside on The Lawn or inside 3675 Market St.)Event location will depend on weather and you will receive location confirmation via email before the event!

A book talk with Dalia Dassa KayeNearly fifty years after the Iranian Revolution and creation of the Islamic Republic, tensions remain high between the United States and Iran, culminating in a U.S.- and Israeli-led war in Iran. Dalia Dassa Kaye’s timely new book, Enduring Hostilities, examines the roots of hostilities between the two countries and how U.S. policy over the past four decades has been shaped not only by differing ideologies between the two countries, but also by U.S. political perceptions at various points in time. Join Penn’s Middle East Center and Perry World House for an in-depth, thoughtful discussion

Join Friends of the Rail Park for a Community First Plan focus group meeting and help shape the future of the Rail Park and surrounding neighborhoods. These small-group conversations bring residents, stakeholders, and community members together to share experiences, identify priorities, and discuss opportunities related to housing, economic development, arts & culture, and the environment. The Community First Plan centers community voices to guide equitable development, minimize displacement, and ensure future investment reflects the needs of local neighborhoods. Participants will take part in interactive activities and discussions. Food will be provided, and participants will receive gift cards as a thank-you

Join us for Embroidery, a fun hands-on workshop where you’ll stitch your own cool designs live!Join Our Embroidery Event!Hey there! Ready to dive into the world of embroidery? This is an amazing chance to get hands-on and learn some cool stitching tricks in person. Whether you're a total newbie or just looking to brush up on your skills, this event's got you covered.For Neurodiverse MindsBring your creativity and meet fellow craft lovers. Can’t wait to see you there and stitch away together!

Learn to sew a coiled fabric bowl from cotton scraps!It’s Earth Month! Learn how to reuse scrap fabric and sew a one-of-a-kind coiled fabric bowl.STITCH AND DESTROY is celebrating Earth Month with a bunch of fun reuse events and workshops! Join our owners and reuse experts, Haven and Corey, and learn how to repurpose cotton cuttings and scraps from sewing projects into beautiful, functional coiled fabric bowls. Fabric Scrap Bowls is perfect for beginner sewists. Sewing machines, scraps, and all other materials will be provided. We will be sewing on Singer Brilliance machines.While this is a beginner friendly workshop, we

What happened at McGillin’s stayed at McGillin’s...until now! Explore the iconic bar's 165-year history.On National Beer Day, join us for a talk about the new book, Cheers to McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Tavern. Christopher Mullins, Jr., co-owner, & Irene Levy Baker, author, will share colorful tales about the bar’s 165-year history, including its survival through the Civil War, two World Wars, two pandemics, a fire, and even Prohibition. The book includes photos from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, a foreword by former Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell, and food & drink recipes. Each attendee will receive a discount coupon for lunch at

Dive into a night of captivating films! Discover adventure-filled documentaries that inspire audiences through film, art, and ideas.Join us for an evening of inspiring and captivating films handpicked from the Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. Founded in 1979, Mountainfilm is one of America’s longest-running film festivals. The annual festival is held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, CO. Mountainfilm is a dynamic nonprofit organization and festival that celebrate adventure, activism, social justice, environment and indomitable spirit.Mountainfilm on Tour in Malvern, PA will feature a collection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and engaging documentary short films that align with Mountainfilm’s mission to

Join us for a 5-week outdoor Tai Chi seriesWEDNESDAYS SERIESTai Chi9:30–10:30 AM5-week series: 4/8–5/6, 5/20–6/17Aimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiTai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. Learn the Tai Chi form, as well as the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm mind and relaxed body. The beauty of Jenkins will create a peaceful backdrop for your practice.All levels welcome. Classes will be held outdoors with an indoor option for inclement weather.Members: $60/5-week series | Non-Members: $85/5-week series

Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 8–JUNE 24Golf Cart Garden Tours11:00–11:45 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffExplore Jenkins on wheels! 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, behind-the-scenes stops, and history of the property with a drive-by view of the Jenkins and Browning Houses.Tour topics and route will be the same each week. Limited spots available—only 5 people per tour. Guests need to be able to get in and

Sabree elevates her subjects, members of the African diaspora, as spiritual messengers highlighting the whispers of hidden histories.The Spectrum of Resilience reveals moments of strength, tenacity, vigor, and adaptation expressed through the spirits of members across the African Diaspora. This work is developed alongside research into my own African ancestry and genealogy, and the ancestral histories of those that I connect with on the way  and my own research from literature such as: Oxford’s “Archaelogy of the African Diaspora”, the African Union’s “The Diaspora Division”, and “Cultural Resilience and Filiel Responsibility Among the African Diaspora: To Be or To Belong” among other

Learn the basics of small frame weaving using natural fibers and calming, repetitive techniques.Inspired by the renewed season of gathering and the quiet magic of early evening, these relaxed, all-ages workshops celebrate small acts of making, connection, and shared light—like fireflies flickering across the lawn. Participants are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and settle in for gentle, hands-on fiber activities that build across the three evenings. As part of Historic Germantown’s neighborhood Firefly Hours initiative, Allens Lane Art Center invites the community to gather outdoors at dusk for a three-evening spring fiber arts series.As evening settles in, participants

Join Krystle for a two hour poetry workshop that will include reviews, styles, prompts and group activities!Please join Krystle Griffin at Philly Typewriter for her monthly two hour long poetry workshop. Open to all skill levels as it will include a variety of reviews, styles, prompts and group activity. The only thing required to bring is yourself as materials will be provided. However, feel free to bring any personal materials you want from home. The goal of this workshop is to both help understand poetry a little more and to have you leave inspired. Krystle would love for everyone to

Come out and touch some clay!This is an open session clay making workshop. Each person will receive 1-2 pounds of clay per session and access to our basic tools and supplies. Pieces can be glazed with color and will be once fired and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. We will have limited colors available and suggest that you purchase your own Stroke and Coat glaze if you'd like consistent color and control. You're welcome to bring any of your own tools.The instructor leading your session will have a basic project that you can build if you aren't working independantly.

Reconnect with nature and yourself on a guided wellness walk. Slow down, breathe deeply, and find calm through mindfulmtime outdoors.

"A Journey Through Expression" showcases the extraordinary talent of students from John Moffet and Louis Farrell Schools.

Interactive classes will offer healthy eating tips, food demonstrations, and guest speakers to provide information on various health topics.Join Jefferson + Einstein and CLC for this 4 Part Series 4-5pm Thursdays April 9-30Making Meals with Fruits and VegetablesMaking Meals with Whole GrainsShopping on a BudgetHack Your SnackCome to as many as you want1-Making Meals with Fruits and Vegetables4/9/26Learn ways to incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your family’s meals. Our guest speaker, John Hoffman, BSN, RN, PHRN, NRAEMT, CEN, TNCC, CHSE, from the Stop the Bleed program, will share vital CPR skills.2-Making Meals with Whole Grains4/16/26Explore ways to add whole

Visit our reCreate gallery's latest exhibition and enjoy after-hours shopping! Join us for a late night at the resource exchange!Every 2nd Thursday of the month The Resource Exchange is open late until 8pm for after-hours access to our shop & gallery, plus rotating events & activities!We invite you this month to:🖼️ SEE SOME ART - Check out our current reCreate gallery exhibition, full of talented artists & makers with a focus on material reuse🛍️ SHOP - Get your reuse-retail-therapy on with after-hours access to our shopFree & open to the public *ticket purchase not necessaryMark your calendars for the 2nd

Join the Academy of Natural Sciences for its third annual Confluence Film Festival. A month-long environmental film series held each April in celebration of Earth Month, with screenings every Thursday evening. Presented in partnership with BlackStar Projects, cinéSPEAK, the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival and the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival, Confluence 2026 showcases films that speak to this year's theme, “Seeding the Future.” With feature-length films, shorts and documentaries appropriate for adults, the festival is both a call to action and a loving reminder that we don’t have to simply react to the climate crisis; we can actively

Landscaping with native plants is one of the most impactful choices we can make to help heal our environment and connect us with nature.Don’t have a half-acre to turn into a native plant meadow? No problem! Whether your landscape is a rooftop deck, sidewalk in front of a row home, strip of grass or yard of any size, you can have a native plant garden in Philadelphia. Landscaping with native plants is one of the most impactful choices we can make to help heal our environment, offset effects of climate change, connect us with nature and inspire us.Come learn the

Get creative in person and make your own cool cyanotype bandana with us!✨ Cyanotype Bandana-Making Workshop ✨Come make something really cool with us 💙Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll design and create your own custom bandana using the magic of cyanotype - an early photographic process that uses UV light to create rich, sun-developed prints.We’ll guide you through the process step-by-step as you arrange shapes, botanicals, or objects to create a one-of-a-kind design. Then watch it come to life as it develops into that signature deep blue.Led by Celia Connaire and hosted by Little Treat, this is the

Spring Volunteer Opportunities!Join us on Fridays for a morning of stewardship along the Riverfront North Greenway! Our Friday volunteer series rotates between Pennypack on the Delaware and Lardner’s Point Park, giving you the chance to support the park nearest you—or discover a new favorite spot. We can’t wait to see you out there!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 a parent or guardian with them during the volunteer event.

Spend the morning volunteering at our garden at Lundale Farm!Seeds are in the ground, but now its time to ensure they make it through the season! Come out to Lundale to help us maintain the next generation of community crops. We'll be doing a variety of tasks to maintain our fields and greenhouse, with snacks and good company besides!Your participation helps us care for the spaces that nurture both our programs and our people, supporting the community that makes our work possible and laying the groundwork for another abundant season ahead.All experience levels welcome. Trellis will provide all tools, water,

Join horticulturist Mitch for an afternoon of watercolor!Join us in the garden and learn the basics of watercolor in this 3-hour seminar. Together, we will experiment with layering colors, creating texture, and building value as you find inspiration around Haverford College Arboretum.This class will be held outside, with an inside space available in the case of inclement weather. All participants will need to bring their own materials for this class, and a materials list will be emailed to all participants in advance of the class.

Join us for our first Volunteer Open House for a casual evening to explore volunteer opportunities at Mt. Cuba, connect with staff and current volunteers, and learn about ways to get involved in upcoming projects across the gardens. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or just curious about getting more involved, this event is a great way to see all of what Mt. Cuba has to offer. Some of the opportunities you’ll learn about include: Moss Masters Trailblazers Greenhouse Events and Programs Trial Garden, Arboriculture This event will take place at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, April 10, 2026. REGISTER NOW

Friday, April 10th for our NE Philly Community Fine Art Show.Join us on Friday, April 10th from 6pm to 9 pm at the Tacony LAB Community Arts Center for our 3rd Annual NE Philly Community Fine Art Show First Friday. We will have light refreshments.Register here if you plan to attend!If you wish to display your work, please fill out the google form linked below.https://forms.gle/dCodZ98iMezC761g6This is an event to showcase works that Northeast Philadelphia Residents have created. You do not need to have taken classes at the LAB to partcipate.Mural Arts Philadelphia Tacony LAB Community Art Center is inviting artists

An Introduction to printing on the Risograph at the Soapbox Community Printshop in Philadelphia!About this eventShow up and get ready to draw! Work together to create a collaborative two-color, 12-page riso zine with the fun theme of Spring!Leave your computer at home, we will have the supplies you need for this analog project! Workshop attendees will learn the basics of risograph printing, and get hands-on experience not only in operating a risograph but also in laying out a zine for print. No prior experience is necessary! Participants will receive five copies of the zine and skills to incorporate risography into

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons meets Piazzolla’s L’Histoire du Tango—from Baroque brilliance to fiery Argentine rhythms.This program presents two great examples of program music. Vivaldi’s musical depiction of the four seasons of the year is one of the first examples of program music in history. On the other hand, L’Histoire du Tango creates an image of the evolution of the Argentinian tango throughout the 20th century, according to Piazzolla. They are both very colorful and dynamic music works.Luigi Mazzocchi will lead a string ensemble in these two works, including his own arrangement of L’Histoire du Tango. He will be joined by his

Bird Walk with the Philly Queer Birders Saturday, April 11 8:30 am - 10:30 am Who’s ready for spring birding!? Join the Philly Queer Birders for a weekend outing at The Woodlands! The walk will move at a slow pace on a paved path with gentle slopes in some areas. No registration is required and there will be binoculars to share. The restrooms at the Stable will be open during our walk, and there is plenty of parking within the cemetery and on the surrounding streets, as well as public transit and bike parking. No Registration Required. KNOW BEFORE YOU

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. Participants will practice the math calculation skills on-site at Tec Centro.Participants will receive the planning tools needed to navigate their stormwater issue with more insight and ease!The Lancaster Conservancy has protected over 11,000 acres of natural lands, which are critically important

Deepen your appreciation for nature with a meditation walk.SATURDAY, APRIL 11Mindfulness Meditation Walk9:15–10:30 AMNadine Kaylor, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher & MentorDeepen your appreciation for nature with meditation classes. Walk mindfully through the gardens, notice changes within the seasons, and connect with the natural world. Each class offers a framework based in mindfulness meditation to reduce stress and anxiety, increase focus and attention, and expand your practice.All levels welcome, no prior meditation experience needed. Classes will be held outdoors with indoor or covered options available for inclement weather. Please dress appropriately with sturdy footwear.Members: $12/class | Non-Members: $18/classMindfulness Meditation Walks will be

Join us for Community Water Testing. This activity is family friendly for ages nine and up. Healthy communities demand clean water!

Have you ever wondered if the “weeds” growing around you might actually be useful—or even delicious?This program dives into the world of the plants formerly known as weeds, revealing their hidden benefits and surprising roles as food and medicine. You’ll learn the basics of foraging, including plant identification, seasonal harvesting, and how to safely recognize and use common edible plants found throughout the Philadelphia area. Perfect for curious beginners eager to see local landscapes in a whole new way—and maybe never look at a sidewalk crack the same again.This program will take place in Room 131 on the First Floor.

Join us for a day of art in the park!Prehistoric humans made their paint from rocks and soil, and we are still creating art with these rich colors today. In this workshop, you will learn how to make pigments from soils gathered in Borski Park, and can try painting with soil watercolors!

Get a chance to see some early spring migrants!Please join the Free Library of Philadelphia and Holger Pflicke for a Spring Migration Bird Walk! We plan to stay out for 1-2 hours, depending on the location, and walk mostly on flat and well-traveled paths.All events are open to everyone and all skill levels. We will go over binocular use, field guides, and apps if needed. Everyone is welcome to stay for as long or as short a time as they like. Restroom access is limited or unavailable. Check the weather and dress for comfort. These events will happen rain or

VU PHL is partnering with Climate Action PA for a block clean up in Brewerytown along with other Earth Day activities!Climate Action PA provides communities with the tools and knowledge to advocate for climate change and environmental justice!What we will be doing on Saturday, April 11th, 10:00AM - 1:00PM:VU in partnership with Climate Action, will complete a block clean up along with information on how to make a larger impact in your community.Notes ahead of the event!Please fill out the waiver prior to attendance, which can be found here. Some copies will also be availble to sign at the event.Parking

Join us as we create yarn lanyards to attach with whistles. They will be distributed to our community with Know Your Rights pamphlets.Fiber Friends CirclePlease join us to gather in community and action. Farren from Whimsical Woollies will be leading a fiber craft to create colorful yarn lanyards. These lanyards will be attached to whistles and distributed to our community with Know Your Rights pamphlets. No experience needed. Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your own crochet hooks and/or yarn. Fiber (knitting) circles have long functioned as spaces for political activism, blending fiber arts with social change.

Explore how to document spring plants as they emerge, bud, and bloom.SATURDAY, APRIL 11Spring Sketching: Flowers and Foliage1:00–4:00 PMMargaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and IllustratorDraw inspiration from Jenkins! Explore how to document spring plants as they emerge, bud, and bloom. Learning not just to look, but to see your subject is crucial to drawing. Sharpen your skills during this insightful class. Dive into the spring season in the gardens and in the classroom as you work alongside a botanical artist and share your work.Explore graphite, Micron pen, and watercolor as mediums with a small, manageable sketchbook.All levels welcome; some drawing experience

A Conversation with Norman E. Donoghue II, historian and author, facilitated by author Mark Bowden

A playful twist on classic taxidermy using thrifted and recycled materials!Join local artist Juls Cheresko (@juliacheresko) for this fun Toy Taxidermy workshop on April 11th, 2-3:30pm at the resource exchange! Toy Taxidermy is a playful twist on classic taxidermy! Using thrifted and recycled materials like forgotten stuffed animals, frames, and fabrics, everyone will leave the workshop with their very own piece of fuzzy wall art.All materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own for an extra personal touch!• Stuffed animal• Frame• Embelishments *To keep with the r.e.'s mission of creative reuse, please avoid buying new materials for

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Get a chance to see some early spring migrants!Please join us for a bird walk at this rarely-visited park in far NE Philly! Spring migration is just starting and we should see plenty of birds stopping in Philly on their way to the breeding grounds.Let’s meet at the end of McNulty Road (14400 McNulty Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154). There is a dead end. Cars can be parked along the road. GPS for Google Maps: 40.107337, -74.972503.Sturdy footwear is recommended as the ground can be wet and muddy. We will walk for 2-3 miles.No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars