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In this 2 part class you will learn basic embroidery stitches and create a cute fall decorationFor Ages 13 and upIn Person registration opens Oct 12th. Online registration opens Oct 26th.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyAttendance Policy: We understand that traffic and other delays happen, however we request you to be on time to our events. We have a 15 minute grace period. If we are not notified and you are more than 15 minutes late, you may not be permitted to join the class. Our classes are only 2 hours long and it is difficult to catch up

Every first Friday of the month we invite the community out to spend the day tending to the land, learning and growing with us

Meeting at Crefeld Street Trailhead (Crefeld Street & Lavender Trail) Please join Marv Schwartz, Patty Davis, and Anne Silvers Lee for a slower paced Mindfulness hike where we will stop to look at plants, rocks, the creek, mushrooms, moss, and trees. During the walk, we will try some optional mindful practices like meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, creative visualization and guided imagery. The walk will begin at the Lavender Trail on Crefield Street in Chestnut Hill. We will hike about 2 1/2-3 miles mostly on the Orange and Lavender trails with a short portion on Forbidden Drive. We will have a

Be part of a collaborative exhibition Phantastic Phibers created in the studio at Cherry Street PierIn conjunction with our paint with plant based pigments workshop, create embroidery, fabric collage, on organic cotton including some dyed and painted in October in the studi,o. No experience necessary. Collaborative pieces will be exhibited in the August 2027 fiber exhibition, Phibers Phibers. The event is free and drop in, and there are pay it forward donation tickets to support the exhibition and to aid in materia costs for future free workshops. Priority is given to ticketed rsvp but we will try to involve as

Kick off your weekend vibes at In Diaspora... First Fridays Exhibit—art, culture, and good times live!In Diaspora... First Fridays Exhibit OpeningJoin us in person for the vibrant First Fridays Exhibit Opening of "In Diaspora..."! Dive into an engaging evening filled with inspiring art, great vibes, and amazing company. It's the perfect chance to connect with artists and fellow art lovers while exploring diverse stories and creative expressions. Don't miss out on this awesome cultural experience—see you there!

Since the gallery's inception in 2012, Arch Enemy Arts has hosted Small Wonders every year. It has become our longest-running annual exhibition and a beloved tradition for our collectors, who kick off their holiday shopping with small, original works of art. Featuring artwork priced at or below $300 and measuring no larger than twelve inches, Small Wonders offers artists an opportunity to reach new audiences and makes collecting original art accessible to a wider range of budgets. Over the years, the exhibition has showcased hundreds of artists and well over 1,000 original works, serving as a welcoming—and addictive—introduction for first-time

Join us for a screening where we learn what it takes to plant something that outlives you, and the courage it takes to keep it alive!Two films. One question: what do we carry forward, and what does it take to keep the fight going?For the next installment in our Impact Speaker Series comes our screening: Seeding Change — an indie film double feature that puts grassroots stories on the big screen. When we say "seeding change," we mean it literally and metaphorically: the work of planting something that will outlive us, and the people who show up season after season

Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at First Friday Homegrown a recurring series dedicated to spotlighting Philly’s very own!We created the Philly Homegrown section to uplift Philly’s creative community providing a platform for local talent to shine and a space for neighbors to discover, support, and celebrate the artistry rooted in our city. Each month, we open our doors for an evening of local love: shop unique, handcrafted goods, meet the makers, and connect with your neighbors. Enjoy complimentary wine, light refreshments, and a vibrant atmosphere where art, plants, and people come together.

Register now to attend this collaborative event with Lavender Panzies!Join Lavender Panzies and Latino Outdoors on Saturday, November 7th, for a scenic fall biking adventure through the beautiful Lehigh Gorge in the Poconos*!Enjoy a 25-mile downhill group ride surrounded by stunning fall scenery, fresh air, and good company. This is a BIPOC-only event.This is a FREE community event. Latino Outdoors will cover bike rentals, and Lavender Panzies will provide each participant with a $20 stipend for gas and/or lunch.*Meeting locations will be sent in future confirmation emails.

Our most diverse and scenic walk of the year. A FreeWalkers favorite.Our most diverse and scenic walk of the year. A FreeWalkers favorite!Start: Porch at 30th St StationFinish: Chestnut Hill West StationDistance: 13-26miWhere to find us: Outside south side of stationOptional endpoints:- East Falls Station, Highland Station and numerous other mass transit optionsTerrain: paved, gravel, grassTransit: Amtrak, Megabus, NJTransit AC and NJTransit/Septa connections to 30th Street StationReturn: SEPTA trainParking: Many nearby garages and lots. Try 3101 Market St or Cira South GarageDifficulty: Average / AdvancedCategory: nature, history, urban, scenicCoordinator: Charles Updike, 916-225-0569An Autumn Walk in the Park26.2 miles (or 13.1

Meeting at Wayne Avenue Trailhead (W Sedgwick Street & Wayne Avenue) Parking: If you’re driving, there is street parking available all along W Sedgwick Street. If taking public transit, our meeting location is serviced by the 53 bus (Sedgwick St & Wayne Ave) and CHW Regional Rail (Carpenter Station). See map for details. Bathrooms: There will not be restrooms available. Would you like to take part in keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then volunteer with us on this Saturday in partnership with the Friends of Carpenter’s Woods! This relatively small section of the Wissahickon, while frequented amongst West

Join us for Community Water Testing. This activity is family friendly for ages nine and up. Healthy communities demand clean water!For questions, more information, and to register, contact George Ambrose at Gamb370294@Aol.comAges 9+Every second Saturday at 10amMeet at Cobbs Creek Community Environmental CenterFREE

Meeting at Wigard Avenue Trailhead (726 Wigard Avenue) The 7-mile Yellow Trail on the west side of the Wissahickon Creek meanders through a variety of terrain. The trek from Wigard Ave to Summit Ave brings us to some of the most serene sections of the park. Along the way, we’ll see some points of natural and historic interest, as well as ongoing conservation projects. The route includes some steep and rocky ascents and descents and is about 3.5-4 miles long. Children 12 years of age and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult; no dogs except for service animals,

More than a market. It's a movement. Rooted in community. Built for all of us to thrive.

Join us to meet and learn about three Pennsylvania animals brought to us by our friends at Briar Bush Nature CenterJoin us to meet and learn about three Pennsylvania animals brought to us by our friends at Briar Bush Nature Center in Montgomery County! This special presentation is part of our Fall Festival. Which animals are coming is a surprise!! Presentation maybe outside to accommodate the most people. Bring a blanket or small chair to sit. Free.Please register on Evenbrite so we have an idea of the number of people attending.

This lecture will cover the fundamentals of soil composition, the importance of proper drainage, and techniques to enhance soil fertility.

Enjoy fall in the garden at our last two markets of the season! Join us for workshops rooted in plants, memory & community connection.Black Farmers Market Workshop SeriesGet Fresh Daily presents workshops at the Black Farmers Market, rooted in plants, memory, and community connection.These are the last two markets of the season:Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, November 7, 10am-2pm at Freedom Greens + Gardens, 5200 Pine Street.Join us for the market, then stay for a workshop at 11am.Both workshops are donation-based, with a recommended donation of $10 to help cover workshops costs. No one will be turned away. Please contact

Learn how to sketch your own bird or creature from nature.Toni will share her step-by-step approach to capturing the details that bring birds to life on paper, from soft, fluffy feathers to a bright, expressive eye. Watch her work, learn simple techniques for shape, texture, and color, and then try them yourself with her guidance. No experience is needed, just a love of birds and a willingness to have fun. Every participant will head home with their own finished bird drawing and the skills to keep sketching the feathered friends at their feeders. Space is limited, so reserve your spot

Beginner-friendly workshop using rubber blocks to carve and print original art!A beginner-friendly workshop using rubber blocks to carve and print original art! All materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own paper, cards, or wrapping paper to print on. You'll be able to take home your finished prints and stamp!

Join us for apple cider making and tasting, apple tasting, bird walks, a live animal show, and more!Join us for apple cider making and tasting, apple tasting, bird walks, a live animal show, a campfire and marshmallows, and more! The live animal show is at 11am to noon. Briar Bush Nature Center will be bringing three animals from their PA Native Animal collection. Bring a blanket or small chair.

Come listen to stories with guest storytellers, crafts, activities, and space for the whole family to gather. led by KokuRoko Learning Co-opBring the whole family to enjoy tales representing Black and Brown peoples, play, and foster community. We invite elders and griots to share stories. This is led by Koku-Roko Learning Co-op, where we gather like-minded families; easing the load of parenting and offering a curious space to explore.Check out our last Story HourMore about Koku-RokoKoku-Roko is a Black and brown-led co-operative space for cultural enrichment and liberated learning. We curate child-centered and family-encouraged educational experiences to support the development

Learn about cryptids—Bigfoot, the Yeti, the Loch Ness monster—and the real-world animals they're inspired by!NOVEMBER FIRST SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE: MONSTER MASH!—Cryptozoology at the WagnerSpooky stories, like an abominable snowman lurking in the mountain range, a sea monster hidden in Loch Ness, or a hairy humanoid leaving giant footprints in the forest, raise the hairs on our necks and excite our imaginations.While some cryptids can be described as fanciful folk stories, or even misinterpreted/misidentified animal remains, others are real animals thought to be long-extinct. Join us for this First Saturday Open House as we highlight the real-world animals that inspire many

WHEN Saturday, November 7, 2026 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm WHERE Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia, PA   Peruse all things magical and morbidly curious at the annual Market of the Macabre, featuring handmade wares and ceramics, assorted oddities and taxidermy, antiques, jewelry, spiritual goods, clothing, original artwork and more. Follow us on social @marketofthemacabre and @friendsoflaurelhillfor vendor updates! ENTRANCE FEE $5 in advance*; $10 at the door *advance ticket sales close at 12pm the day before *If you didn’t receive your tickets or confirmation email, please check your spam folder! If you still need help, please reach

This guided tour will showcase the collection of trees within the grounds.This guided tour will showcase the collection of trees within the grounds. Mature sycamores, oaks, American Chestnuts, Viburnum, Linden, and Black Locusts. Participants will learn about the cultural history, ecological roles, and stories behind these trees. Rain date November 14th.

A live, community-driven gathering where guests and friends can share true, personal stories from the storyteller’s life.The stories we carry tell others of our history, our upbringing, our memories, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. For centuries, oral history has existed as a way to pass down stories throughout generations before the written word. It is a way of preserving truths from firsthand accounts and explaining the origins of cultural traditions.The 20*20 House Gallery will host a live, community-driven gathering where guests and friends can share true, personal stories from the storyteller’s life.Guests can sign up on our

Join us for a sensory walk rooted in the practice of Shinrin-yoku (“Forest Bathing”).This special forest bathing experience will be nourishing to the soul, offering a safe space to wander, reflect, and restore. Begin with a guided mindfulness meditation, then experience the Jenkins woodlands through a series of exploratory invitations that encourage grounding and playfulness with nature. Walks will conclude with herbal tea and shared reflections.Program will be held outdoors with indoor or covered options available for inclement weather. Please dress appropriately with sturdy footwear.Led by Stacey Vinci, Certified Forest Therapy GuideMembers: $35 | Non-Members: $40

WHEN Sunday, November 8, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm WHERE Laurel Hill West Join our Arboretum Manager, Aaron Greenberg, on a brisk autumn walk through the peak fall colors of some of the great trees of Laurel Hill West. From the dazzling reds of our sugar maple allée to the yellows and orange of sweet gum and hickory, fall is a beautiful time to explore our tree collection! We will discuss how trees change throughout the seasons and prepare for winter and enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the fall color display. Bring your walking shoes! Generously sponsored by

Come build a 6" bamboo and wood native pollinator bee hotel to install in your home garden (or gift to a relative or friend!).Participants will enjoy a brief lecture on native pollinator bees -- who they are and what they do -- and their nesting habits. You will learn about bee hotels; the role these man-made structures play in supporting native bee populations; and the ways in which they may benefit your garden.Our experts will provide tips on how to choose the perfect spot for your bee hotel once you’ve returned home.All tools and materials will be provided.

Join this intimate tour to explore life after the Revolution through getting up close and personal with household artifacts.Join this intimate tour to get hands-on with history. As we celebrate the US 250th, Daily Life in the New Nation highlights decorative arts used in Stephen Girard's Philadelphia home in the years after the American Revolution. Visitors will be able to invited to look closely and even to handle selected items of ceramic and silver, along with archival documents, as the tour explores life in the Early Republic through household goods--how they were made, acquired, and used and what they can

Bring the whole family for a fun, creative afternoon at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA). Family Art Day is a completely free, all-ages event designed to get everyone making art together. Enjoy our monthly make & take art activity—perfect for budding artists of all ages. Explore the Museum, try out new materials, and take home your very own creation. ✂️ Artmaking starts at 1 PM 🎟️ Pre-registration is required 🖼️ Free Museum admission included Come make something special with us! Admission to the museum is included with this free program; advance registration is required.

Sis Walks & Talks is a sacred space for women to walk, talk, and heal together. Through intentional movement and meaningful conversation.Sis Walks & Talks is a community-centered experience designed for women to connect, reflect, and grow together-physically, mentally, and spiritually. It's more than just a walk; it's a safe space for meaningful conversations, sisterhood, and self-care in nature.This beautiful trail offers a peaceful, scenic setting where we can enjoy nature, move our bodies, ano engage in uplifting discussions.What to Expect:A refreshing walk through nature's beautyOpen and supportive conversationsLight nutritional snack & waterA welcoming space to connect with like-minded womenWhy

An herbal workshop series rooted in ritual. Experience the medicine that is not only in the plants but also in collective healing.LEARN MORE & REGISTER www.bit.ly/LRGatherOverview: Join this 4-part herbal circle and learning series rooted in nature based ritual. Experience the medicine that is not only in the plants but also in the act of gathering to heal in community.This series is a Black women's circle for those who are looking to find healing in community through working with and learning about herbs, and engaging in healing practices including circle discussion, gentle movement, nature walks, guided writing and more. Come

Registration & Information **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 us near the picnic tables/restrooms at 1pm. After a brief introduction we will break into groups to look for mushrooms. If it is your first time and/or you feel like you need guidance you will be able to follow more experienced members/volunteers. If comfortable hiking alone or with your party, feel free to do so, the more we split up, the more mushrooms we’ll find! At 3pm we will all

This is a meet up group for crafty people (not a class). Bring your craft and make some friends!Join Us for Stitch and Bitch!Come hang out at Cherry Street Pier on May 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Eastern Time) for a fun and relaxed stitching session. Whether you knit, crochet, or just want to chat with fellow craft lovers, this is the perfect spot to unwind and share your passion. Bring your projects, snacks, and good vibes — we can't wait to see you there!There is a bar on site for beverage.

Join us for a concert of violin and cello with a beautiful botanical backdrop!Musicians: Hankyoung Linda Chang (violin) and Elijah de la Motte (cello)A musician meet-and-greet will follow.Presented in collaboration with Allegro Music Consultants.Members: $30 | Non-Members: $35

Crimes Against Reality, a film program presented in tandem with New Red Order’s installation on view in An Endless Meeting.Presented as part of An Endless Meeting: Collective Process, Artistic Labor, and the Politics of Working TogetherJoin us at Vox for New Red Order Presents: Crimes Against Reality, a film program presented in tandem with New Red Order’s installation on view in An Endless Meeting. New Red Order, a public secret society, takes seriously the proposition that decolonization means the return of all Indigenous land and life. This program gathers a land acknowledgment that refuses to end, a 19th-century grave robber’s panorama

Historian Sam Katz’s documentary traverses years of startling upheaval and profound struggle in America’s birthplace.Please join The Philadelphia Citizen for a screening of In Pursuit Episode 9: Liberation (1968-1990)Happy Hour, 5:30-6pm | Program, 6-7:30pmSam Katz is a lifelong Philadelphian who has experienced a diverse and unique career in public and project finance, venture capital, civic affairs, development, politics and documentary filmmaking.Katz’s new docuseries, In Pursuit, is a new American history for our time, told in ten hour-long episodes releasing throughout 2026. In Pursuit reviews the urgent questions posed by the story of the nation over four centuries. From America’s birthplace

Tuesday, November 10 9 am – 1:30 pm Cost: Free USDA Urban Service Center-Philadelphia 1415 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19122 About the event Join us for a half-day skills-based event designed to equip small-scale farmers with practical financial tools to manage a successful operation in the city.  We’ll discuss business plan development, reviewing key financial statements, and interpreting financial performance. Our presenters include representatives from the Pennsylvania Small Business Development Center, Penn State Extension, Philadelphia Farm Service Agency, Horizon Farm Credit, and Pasa Sustainable Agriculture. A panel of Philly and Delaware-based farmers will share their best practices for managing

Description FRIEDAcommunity - Dinner & Film - Ascension - November 10 An Academy Award nominee for Best Documentary Feature, Jessica Kingdon's "Ascension" explores the paradoxical pursuit of wealth and progress in China. Loosely structured around the distinct social and economic classes that divide the nation, the film follows factory workers, middle class consumers and elites as they chase the elusive "Chinese Dream.” “An enthralling documentary that spellbindingly heads into myriad corners of China’s increasingly stratified economic classes… Everything we use every day is the product of someone else’s labor. Cellphones and computers, water bottles and plastic cutlery, soap dispensers and blankets are

  Engaging diverse communities in building healthier habitats and neighborhoods Learn about installing wildlife habitats at these institutions & engage the broader community in the process Sacred Grounds Sacred Grounds™ is a National Wildlife Federation program that recognizes congregations, houses of worship, and faith communities who both create wildlife habitat and actively link faith practices and caring for the environment. Healthy habitats and healthy communities When communities are healthy, wildlife flourish too. We work alongside local partners to assist houses of worship and their communities with project planning and technical expertise to increase native plant gardens. The Sacred Grounds program

Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown (208 Lincoln Drive) Come and enjoy an informative historic walk and talk on this 250th Veterans Day with Desert Shield/Desert Storm Veteran & Trail Ambassador Kevin Eikov and Trail Ambassador Kathy Conklin. We will walk from Historic RittenhouseTown to Forbidden Drive to the Toleration Statue in a loop. Learn about the History of our nation and the Battle of Germantown, which occurred in the Wissahickon and led to our eventual freedom from the British, as well as bar keeper & spy Molly Rinker and Mom Rinker’s Rock. We’ll also hike to the Toleration statue and see

Meeting at Wigard Avenue Trailhead (726 Wigard Avenue) Join Trail Ambassadors Stan Kozakowski and Michael Bridges for a 3-hour guided hike through Philadelphia’s breathtaking Wissahickon Valley Park. As crisp leaves crunch underfoot and amber light filters through bare-branched trees, this seasonal stroll winds along scenic trails, beside whispering creeks and moss-covered stone bridges. Connect with both nature and kindred spirits—whether old friends or new companions—as you share stories and silences alike beneath a canopy of fading fall color. With pauses to admire hidden vistas, ancient trees, and perhaps even a deer in the distance, this ramble is as much about

Pennsylvania’s trifecta is just the beginning! After nearly 10 years of petitions, phone calls, and trips to Harrisburg by hundreds of advocates, we are ready to make parking-protected bike lanes (PPBL) a reality. Passing PPBL legislation is our first legislative priority for 2027. Building on that momentum, we will also work with partners to advance a three-class e-bike legislation. We will secure sustainable, dedicated transit funding alongside Transit Forward Philadelphia. In partnership with Families for Safe Streets Greater Philadelphia, we will push to make red-light camera authorization permanent, expand automated speed enforcement, and advance Intelligent Speed Assistance. We support proposals

In person at the Valley Green Inn or online on Zoom As cities expand and urban populations grow, understanding how wildlife adapts to urban environments is increasingly important. Philadelphia is home to a surprising diversity of wildlife, but how do animals use the city’s green spaces, and how might their activity be influenced by habitat, development, and urban heat? In this talk, Julie Ellis will introduce the Accessing Urban Nature Initiative (AUNI), a new Penn Vet project using a network of motion-activated trail cameras across Philadelphia to explore the city’s urban wildlife. In partnership with the Urban Wildlife Information Network (UWIN), AUNI

Raise a glass and help us stock The Community Grocer's shelves, building West Philly's food sovereignty one item at a time!Sip & shop with a purpose! Gather with us for a special evening with the Community Grocer in preparation for their opening day in Cobbs Creek! This evening we aim to support their mission of bringing fresh, nourishing food close to home for West Philly families. In advance of their grand opening, they need help stocking their shelves and who are we if not helpful?! Enjoy drinks, conversation, and community as we help complete their very first shopping list together. Every item

This gathering is a call across faiths and traditions to continue the work of tree equity, not as a single act, but as an ongoing commitment. We will answer the ways our individual faiths call us to be stewards of the Earth, honor the wisdom of the Indigenous people of this land, and learn to be good neighbors in the way the trees have always been to us. We need partners like you to make this vision real. Specifically, we ask that you commit to attending the webinar yourself and sharing the event widely within your networks, congregations, and community.

Join Schuylkill River Development Corporation, the City of Philadelphia, and its partners to celebrate the opening of the newest section of Schuylkill Banks at the Schuylkill Crossing swing bridge! Schedule of Events: 2pm Hear remarks from elected officials and city partners 3pm Ribbon cutting and bridge opens Fall treats and free opening day Schuylkill Crossing sweatshirts available while supplies last. Location and Transportation Options The official remarks will take place at the Grays Ferry Crescent Esplanade, near the trail entrance at Wharton Street and Schuylkill Avenue. Bicycle parking is available along the Grays Ferry Crescent near 34th Street. Multiple SEPTA