Events

Create a hand stitched picture collage using fabric scraps and hand stitching found objects.Found objects such as beads, single earrings, pins, broken jewelry and more. This sustainable art practice is about being mindful in our creativity through locally sourced and upcycled materials. Basic embroidery or hand stitching experience is encouraged but not required. Comfortable using fabric scissors.This is a 2 part class. By registering you are comitting to attending all sessions.June 9th and 16th from 6:00pm-8:00pmTacony 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

Meeting at Valley Green Inn (Forbidden Drive and Valley Green Road) Parking and Transit: There are three lots near the Inn. The northern parking lot on Forbidden Drive can be accessed by Wises Mill Road, and the southern by Valley Green Road. Overflow parking is in the Upper Valley Green Road Lot. The only nearby transit is the 27 bus stop at Henry Ave and Wigard Ave, a 15-minute hike from the Inn. See map for details. Bathrooms: There will be bathroom access at the Valley Green Inn before we walk over to Devil’s Pool. Would you like to be part of keeping the

Join us at Share Food Program! Sorting and packing nutritious food for the community!For Volunteering Untapped's September event, we're back with Share Food Program.Share Food Program leads the fight against food insecurity in the Philadelphia region, by serving an expansive, quality partner network of community-based organizations and school districts engaged in food distribution, education and advocacy. SFP distributes food to hundreds of thousands neighbors in need each month, over 50% of whom are children and seniors or people with disabilities.We will be helping assemble boxes, pack boxes with food, and load boxes of food onto trucks or into a prep

“Touch, Taste & Play at the Market.”School’s out, curiosity is in, and the Lansdowne Farmers Market is turning into a hands-on adventure for kids of all ages!Join us for Market for the Senses, a family-focused market day filled with interactive activities designed to spark creativity, movement, curiosity, and connection through all five senses. Young visitors will be invited to touch, smell, taste, listen, and explore their way through the market with playful experiences inspired by nature, food, art, and community.Families can enjoy:🌈 Hands-on sensory activities🎨 Creative play and discovery stations🍓 Fresh seasonal foods and tasty treats🎶 Live music and community

Join us to shop among vendors providing handmade rugs, natural body products, Handmade jewelry, home decor, art, vintage clothing and goods, great food--all while learning about the Uhuru Movement, its revolutionary work to bring revolution in our lifetime--and how you can get involved!

Please join us at the Wyck Historic House & Gardens for a workshop exploring the use of traditional linseed oil paint systems.Please join us at the Wyck Historic House and Garden on Saturday, June 13th in Germantown, Philadelphia for a workshop exploring the use of traditional linseed oil paint systems and related window glazing techniques. A tour of the house will follow highlighting the use of linseed oil paint as part of a recent conservation project by Heritage Conservation Collective.Key details:Registration closes June 1, 2026This workshop will be hands-on and outdoors, please dress accordinglyMorning refreshments will be provided by Fairmount

Sunday in the park - acoustic music in the vibrant lush community garden settingOlney Culture Lab is proud to bring announce the line-up for the 2026 performance series at Roots Garden in Fisher Park. This series of outdoor performances held in the lush green space of the Roots Community Garden in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia was a breath of fresh air for attendees and performers alike.May 17 - Daud El-Bakara Trio - (jazz)June 13 - Mama Carla Wiley (storytime for families & children) - special Saturday morning event - (A Spanish language interpreter will be on hand.)*June 28 -

Nature walk exploring native plants in shaping the American landscape environmentally, culturally, and historically.Meets at Banning Regional Park Playground. This guided nature walk honors the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by exploring the enduring role of native plants in shaping the American landscape environmentally, culturally, and historically. Highlights include the area’s native plant species; how Indigenous peoples, such as the Lenape, used and continue to use these plants for food and medicine; and how early colonists relied on these same native species for survival and independence. Participants will receive a seed packet of native species. Walk led by

Guided educational tree walk focused on species identification, ecological history, native trees, and the environmental significance of HFH

Join us for a day of art in the park!Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic processes, and doesn’t require a camera! These prints are made by laying objects on paper coated with a solution of iron salts before exposing it to sunlight. In this workshop, you will make your own cyanotype using natural materials found in Borski Park.

Spend the morning volunteering at our garden at Lundale Farm!Tomatoes, Zucchini, Peppers, oh my! Summer crops are in the ground, and they need our help 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

Join the Free Library and Neighborhood Gardens Trust for a walking tour of three West Philly community gardens!Tour schedule:10:00 am Meet at Summer Winter Garden (3225 Race Street)10:30 am Walk to Wiota Street Garden (4020 Powelton Avenue)11:20 am Walk to Holly Street Neighbors Garden (323 N. Holly Street)Rain date: Sunday June 14 at 10:00 amComfortable footwear, water bottles, and sun protection advised!

More than a market. It's a movement. Rooted in community. Built for all of us to thrive.More Than a Market. It's a Movement.Get Fresh Daily's Black Farmers Markets is one of Philadelphia's most vibrant gathering spaces — and one of the only ones built by and for Black and Brown growers.Every market features 15+ vendors: chemical-free seasonal produce, herbs, flowers, handcrafted goods, prepared foods, fresh juices. Black and Brown farmers from across the region bringing the harvest directly to you.This is also where a larger economy gets built — growers finding customers, small businesses growing, food dollars staying in the

Accessible to all ages and experience levels. A relaxing, restorative yoga flow focused on mindfulness. Bilingual (Spanish & English).

Discover the Delaware River waterfront as a site for innovative public art and an archive of Black histories.Stops on this tour include the Association for Public Art's 250th anniversary-themed Let Freedom Ring installation by Paul Ramírez Jonas at Cherry Street Pier, as well as Indira Allegra's Sail Through This To That at Spruce Street Harbor (part of ArtPhilly), among other temporary and permanent artworks along the waterfront. The tour will be led by the Association for Public Art and feature Sarah Eberle, Vice President of Arts and Programming for the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, and Michiko Quinones, cofounder of 1838

Join us for the 6th Annual Book Fair—loads of genres, cool vibes, and tons of great reads all in one spot!6th Annual Book Fair (Open to All Genres) Get ready for our in-person 6th Annual Book Fair! Whether you're into mystery, romance, sci-fi, or non-fiction, there's something here for every book lover. Come explore a wide variety of genres, meet fellow readers, and discover your next favorite read. Bring your friends, share your passion, and enjoy a day full of stories and fun!

LITERACY MOMENTS MAGAZINE BOOKS & COMMUNITY FEST6th Annual LMM Books & Community Resource Fair📍 Miles Mack Playground, 732 N. 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PMJoin Literacy Moments Magazine and the Just For Us Girls Foundation for an exciting day celebrating books, literacy, culture, education, and community connection at the 6th Annual LMM Books & Community Resource Fair!This family-friendly outdoor experience brings together authors, readers, educators, small businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders for a powerful day designed to inspire learning and create access to books and resources throughout Philadelphia.Meet nationally recognized and local authors,

Experience the São Paulo – Philly Connection, a jazz concert celebrating the vibrant musical dialogue and history between Brazil and the US.The São Paulo - Philly Connection celebrates the history of musical exchange between the United States and Brazil. Drawing on the repertoire of American jazz and folk songs, Brazilian popular music, and original compositions, the group pays tribute to the cultural contributions and musical dialogue between both countries.

Celebrate National Public Garden Week with a planting workshop in the Feast of Justice Community Garden!It’s almost National Garden Week and we’re celebrating in style 🌷😎 Join Feast of Justice and Novick Urban Farm for our Planting Party on Saturday, June 13th at 12:00 pm.🌱 Share & learn planting strategies during our workshop!🥰 Celebrate with like-minded people!🌻 Beautify your community!🥬 Bring home a taste of the spring harvest!💝 Seed giveaway!😋 Enjoy free snacks!Do all that and more at 3101 Tyson Ave. and be sure to RSVP at tinyurl.com/fojplantingparty or via email at ctebow@feastofjustice.org.We’re so excited to see you! 🐌

Please join us to celebrate a new mural honoring the Sun Ra Arkestra, created by artists Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston.This new large-scale mural at 6353 Greene Street in East Germantown recognizes the Sun Ra Arkestra’s nearly 30-year home in the neighborhood and its continuing presence nearby. Artists Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston created In the Orbit of Ra with contributions from Arkestra band members and scholars. You are invited to the mural dedication, which will include food, a DJ set by music writer Marcus J. Moore, and a performance by the Sun Ra Arkestra.From 1969 through 1993, Sun Ra

Vendors will be lining the streets and performances in the garden. Families and dancing are welcome!Join us to welcome in the new year with jams, words, and community.Starting in May 2026-November 2026 we will be having our space open for vendors, dj's, performers, and lovely humans. We feature black, brown, and local poets, musicians, and vendors.If you are intersted in being involved please email rad.love.philly@gmail.com to get the deets. Every Second Saturday we will have a feature bless the stage!June 2026: boabab grove July 2026: janet mac and her sekere ensembleAbout d'griot cafemission:d'griot cafe (“duh-gree-o”) amplifies more light in the

Participants will learn how artists use color within their work while challenging themselves to play and investigate new applications.During “Color as Collage,” we invite participants from our community to handle color through a set of exercises to develop a deeper understanding of color theory and application. We will use pre-painted gouache swatches to build compositions that deal with specific palettes, color contrasts, patterns, and spatial relations. Participants will complete several collages using simple tools that can hopefully expand their own artistic practice at home.This workshop is in association with the artists' duo exhibition at DVAA, "How to Map an Echo."No

This is a warm, welcoming, and creative session designed to foster healing, connection, and self-expression within the immigrant community.

Free Philly arts festival! Live music, dance, spoken word & family fun in West Fairmount Park. All ages welcome, rain or shine!West Park Arts Fest 2026 – A Free Philadelphia Arts Festival Celebrating Creativity, Culture & Community.Join us for one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant free outdoor arts festivals as the 18th Annual West Park Arts Fest returns to West Fairmount Park on Saturday, June 13, 2026!Hosted by West Park Cultural Center, this beloved, family-friendly event brings together a diverse lineup of artists, performers, and community organizations for an afternoon filled with creativity, culture, and connection.Experience the FestivalEnjoy an exciting mix

Free Lecture in Lansdale StoreJoin Mike Amico from OM System for an informative and fun session exploring the benefits of OM System gear for bird photography.Mike will discuss camera bodies, lenses, and key features designed to help photographers capture better wildlife and bird images. He’ll also share practical shooting tips and techniques to help beginners get started and experienced photographers improve their results in the field.Don’t own an OM System camera? No problem! Many of the techniques and tips covered will apply to all camera systems and skill levels.Grab a cup of coffee and join Mike for an enjoyable conversation

Join VU PHL as we help Books Through Bars sort/process books to send to incarcerated people for freeBooks Through Bars has been sending free books to incarcerated people in six mid-Atlantic states (Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia) for over 30 years.They do their best to send the books people ask them for, whatever those may be. By fulfilling all requests to the best of their ability, they work to support self-determination, self-education, and healing behind bars.By donating books, you can help ensure that incarcerated people receive the books they need!What we will be doing on Saturday,

Hop on the trolley tour and discover West Fairmount Park and area history going back to the 1876 World's Fair. Sponsored by Brown's.Board the trolley at 2:00 p.m. for a 1-hour tour of the Fairmount Park Centennial District, discovering the area’s history going back to the 1876 World’s Fair. The tour begins and ends at Arts Fest, with stops along the way including the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden. You can enjoy the Arts Fest performances and activities before and after the Trolley Tour. Sponsored by Brown's in the Community.

Get creative and cut loose with fun collage projects in this chill, hands-on art session.Collage ClassJoin us for a fun and creative Collage Class at the iconic Cherry Street Pier. This in-person event is the perfect chance to explore your artistic side and craft unique collages in a welcoming environment.Date & Time: June 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)Don’t miss out on this hands-on experience to mix, match, and make art that’s all your own!Collage ClassJoin us for a fun and creative Collage Class at the iconic Cherry Street Pier. This in-person event is the perfect chance to

Join us for a fun and informative walking tour of Ambler's Downtown and its historical sites and stories!

Join us for an ECSTATIC DANCE at The Schuylkill Center - the largest privately owned nature preserve in Philadelphia spanning 365 acres!Love Portal Presents.... Ecstatic Dance @ Schuylkill Center ! 🌀♥️Come dance, move, and shake it out at the SCHUYLKILL CENTER for an ECSTATIC DANCE and community gathering on June, 13th featuring 2 DJs - Ghost Pipe & Nah Mean?!.:: About the Event ::.For this gathering we will be heading to the Roxbourough area of Philadelphia to dance at the Schuylkill Center - the largest privately preserved property in Philadelphia spanning 365 acres of fields, forests, ponds, and streams including

Group show of local artists with a focus on sustainability & circularity!Join us for our next opening reception at the reCreate Gallery!Our exhibitions rotate seasonally and feature a diverse range of locally made works & wares with a focus on sustainability & circularity! Don't miss your chance to check out the show, support the artists, and maybe even be a part of the next one ;)When: Saturday, June 13th 5-8pmWhere: The Resource Exchange 1800 N American StFREE & open to the publicNo tickets required!Follow us on our socials for open call news, reception dates & more!Facebook & Instagram: @theresourceexchange

Let's talk about our country's founding, their ideals and how they are playing out todayJoin us at the BookstoreHistory of the Constitution: Is the balance of powers in jeopardy? With Jayden SampsonTime: 6PM-7:30pmJayden HC Sampson has dedicated his entire career to social justice. Before joining Montgomery County Community College as a Criminal Justice professor—where he has taught for 25 years—he served as a public defender in Philadelphia County. For more than two decades, he has been a planner for the Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference, now the Charlene Arcila Trans Wellness Collective. He is an active member of the Norristown Society

Free live music in the park!Not Just Jazz is back for its 5th season at The Lakes! Grab a chair or a blanket and come on out for evenings filled with live music. Every concert has 1-2 food trucks for your snacking needs.Curated by Lorraine Yarborough of Jazz & Other Soulful Sounds (JOTSS).

Troy Bynum from TB Wildlife Photography LLC will be hosting a guided bird walk in partnership with the Whitemarsh Foundation.Join us at Dixon Meadow Preserve, located on the corner of Thomas and Flourtown Roads in Whitemarsh Township. With its 14 acres repurposed in 2014 and its boardwalk measuring nearly two-thirds of a mile, the Preserve is a haven for birders, walkers, and those who enjoy the area’s natural flora and fauna. With over 190 species reported on eBird, we’re bound to find something special.Attendees will meet at the parking lot before walking down to the preserve.

1-hour Learn to Ride clinic for youth/adults. Bikes & helmets provided. Bring water, dress for weather. Closed-toe shoes required.Learn to Ride ClinicThis 1-hour Learn to Ride clinic is designed for youth riders who are ready to build confidence, balance, and the basic skills needed to ride independently.YJR Outdoors provides bikes and helmets for participants, or riders may bring their own bike if preferred. Our instructors use a calm, step-by-step approach that breaks learning to ride into small, manageable skills. The goal is to help each rider feel safe, supported, and successful — whether they are brand new to biking or

Mount Moriah is the largest cemetery in Pennsylvania, and home to some of our city’s finest grave architecture.Trees and vines have engulfed the gravestones in some areas, giving the place the atmosphere of a lost city in the jungle. Almost every style of tomb can be found here, from Egyptian Revival to Art Nouveau. The cemetery is also a window into the lost world of the Victorian middle class. Guests will learn how cemeteries met the need for leisure and respectability in 19th century Philadelphia. We will also learn how the Freemasons and disease shaped middle-class life. Part wilderness and

Join us for a free community walk in the Wissahickon with Sacred Seeds. Parents, caregivers and little ones welcomed!Wellness Nature WalkDate: Sunday June 14thTime: 10:30 - 12:30 pmLocation: Valley Green Park, Henry Avenue EntranceLet us dedicate Sunday morning to something simple, nourishing, and free. 🌿 We'll walk the Valley Green Trail, a stroller-friendly path perfect for our tiniest explorers, while offering plenty of beauty, wonder, and natural stimulation for the bigger ones too. Give yourself (and your family) this moment to breath in fresh air, move our bodies in ways that feel good, let the children be free to explore,

Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective presents Self Care Sundays with meditation and yoga classes.Welcome to Self Care Sundays! Join us on Sundays at 11:00 AM for some time dedicated to self-care and relaxation. This event will take place at Black Lotus HHC at 206 Rittenhousetown Lane, where you can unwind and focus on yourself.Take part in yoga sessions, meditation exercises, and mindfulness activities to rejuvenate your mind and body. Treat yourself to healthy snacks and refreshments while connecting with like-minded individuals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your well-being and practice self-love. See you there!More about Black Lotus

The Tacony LAB will be at Borski Park for Flag Day as part of our Threads of History Event SeriesThis project, part of the City's Semiquincentennial celebrations, shines a spotlight on the history of Northeast Philadelphia and the many small organizations that keep that history alive. Artmaking activities at each event will engage communities with the idea of individual expression in flags and and also have an opportunity to create a project to keep.Visit our website for the complete list of events:https://taconylab.org/northeast-250-threads-of-history-event-series/

Celebrating the LGBTQIA+ world with a night of drag and burlesque performancesThis show is gonna be hot, tempting, and queer AF. After the Pride market event at Prism, stay for a night of saucy burlesque and drag performances.Featuring:Chachi DivinePapi JaviSara WithoutanH (the birthday babe!)and HoneyTree EvilEyeVendors beforehand, show starts promptly at 7 pm

North Mt. Pleasant Place Trailhead (7100 N Mt Pleasant Place) Distance: 3.5-4 miles Difficulty Level: Difficult (many inclines and declines, uneven surfaces) Audience: Ages 12+ Parking: There is street parking along N Mt Pleasant Place and a stop for Bus 53 on Sedgwick Street & Wayne Ave. See map for details. Restrooms: None Join Debbie Hoellein, Jim McClory, Brenda Rich, and Paul Neumann as we hike the Wissahickon during the last days of spring. We’ll be visiting the Frog Pond again. In April we only saw a couple of frogs, but we’ll see what they’re doing and saying in the middle

Join us for a guided tour highlighting key pest and disease issues in Southeastern PA.We will walk a pre-scouted route of the Arboretum to showcase some key pest and disease issues common to Southeastern PA. Insect and mite issues will include hemlock woolly adelgid, spruce spider mite, white pine sheath mite, boxwood leafminer, boxwood mite, and various scales. We will also discuss the protection of pollinators and other beneficial insects through the proper use of registered products.This walk is cosponsored and led by Chris Ward of John B. Ward & Co. Arborists. Attendance provides 3 CEUs for ISA Certified Arborists.

Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, June 15 at 6 pm for “FINALLY FREEDOM: A Commemoration of Juneteenth.”Location: 2020 House, 20 Lansdowne Court.Admission: $5 donation suggested.Seating is limited for this special event. RSVPs are highly recommended.A quarter of a million black people were still enslaved in the state of Texas after “the peculiar institution” was abolished by the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863. We invite you to discover why Texas wassuch a hotbed of slavery after its legal end, dive into the importance of General Orders, No. 3, and delve into the real cultural significance of an African American

Join us for knitting down by the river at Borski Park!Join us for an evening of relaxation and socialization guided by local knitting expert, Cathie. Some yarns, notions, and patterns will be provided. Beginners welcome!We will see you there on Mondays from June 15th to June 29th from 6pm - 8 PM.

Join a community of makers and artists to to work on your work in progress or learn a new skill from a variety of skill sets.Event Title: Makers MondayLocation: Utility Works - 32 east Baltimore Ave. Lansdowne, PAJoin a vibrant community of makers and artists to bring your creative projects to life or learn something new! Whether you're working on a personal project or looking to explore fresh skills, this is the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create, and grow.All are welcome to show up without an RSVPEvent Highlights:Work on Your Current Project: Bring your in-progress creations and receive feedback, support,

Learn how to balance purpose and profit using ethical models, sustainability strategies, and impact-driven business practices.

UnOrthodox Yoga has landed at it's final location at Borski Park. All ages, gentle flow class led by local instructor, Violet Vines.