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

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.

Arch Enemy Arts invites you to join us in celebration of our 14th Anniversary (!!!) with the launch of a massive new group exhibition featuring 50+ artists whose work defines the technique and imagination of our gallery. This First Friday reception will also mark the debut of four new solo shows by Amelia Rozear, Brad Gray, Casey Weldon, and Maryann Held for a diverse and surreal visual romp through corridors unknown. As always, there’s so much to explore when you walk through our doors. We hope you’ll stop by and say hi! April 3rd, 5 - 9 pm @ Arch

Get ready to unleash your creativity and make some cool art pieces with paper and glue in a chill, fun vibe.Collage Night at Cherry Street PierGet ready for a fun Collage Night at the awesome Cherry Street Pier! Join MS Amy on April 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time) for an evening full of creativity, good vibes, and cool people. Whether you're a pro or just wanna try something new, this event is perfect for anyone who loves art and hanging out. Bring your ideas and let's make some amazing collages together!

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.

Meeting at Valley Green Inn Four leaf clovers are special and a recognized symbol of luck and rarity. Join Trail Ambassadors Lisa Kleiman, Susie Gettes, Debra Brackett, and Margaret Kinnevy for a cloverleaf-shaped hike exploring four quadrants of Wissahickon Valley Park—hike 1, 2 3, or all 4 ‘leaves’—there is a distance for everyone! How many can you complete!? Our hiking adventure will start at Valley Green Inn. We will hike a cloverleaf loop, returning to Valley Green after completing each of the 4 different loops, passing many Wissahickon landmarks along the way. At the end of each loop, you can

Family Art Club, ages 2-18, 10:00am-10:45am.One day workshop!We request that you do not arrive more than 5 minutes early.Family Art Club! For ages 2-18. One adult per family. This class is for families with children who feel more comfortable creating with their grownup. It is a 45 minute session.We'll be making faux stained glass images with tissue paper.Session is from 10:00AM-10:45AMTacony 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

Spend the morning volunteering at our Lundale Farm Location!Join us for a morning of gardening and community at Lundale Farm! Together, we will work to maintain our rows and crops as we grow them out for our first batch of 2026. The work we complete will directly lead to produce that will be donated to local organizations that are committed to increasing food security and expanding access to organic produce. Your participation supports resilient food systems and increases food access in our region.No green thumb required - we provide all materials and training. This event is a great way to

Join us for an exciting 7-mile hike through Philadelphia's beautiful trails.Please note: Registration is required at blackeverywhere.org to get the Zoom link.Join us for a scenic 7-mile hike in Philadelphia.Experience the beauty of nature as we explore hilly and rocky trails.Start at the Paper Trail Bike Cafe and visit the Fingerspan Bridge.Enjoy a loop back to the starting point at the Valley Green Inn.Meet and greet at 9:45 a.m. before we set off at 10:00 a.m.This hike is a great opportunity to connect with fellow members.Prepare for a moderate challenge with a decent pace required.Bring sturdy shoes, water, snacks, and

Join us for pigeon-focused urban birding tours in the Italian Market area of South Philly.On our Italian Market Pigeon Tour, meet the pigeons of the historic market on 9th St and Washington Ave. Your expert pigeon guide will bring you through the historic market and visit nearby established pigeon flocks. You'll also get to see the market pigeons nesting in old buildings and braving traffic with confidence.What is a pigeon tour?Our pigeon tours are 90-minute walking tours, and are great for all ages.Tourists will get to experience Philly from a unique perspective.Locals will get to see their neighborhood in a

Join us in the heart of our West Philly studio for an intimate workshop to learn how to mend your clothing yourself.

Explore the museum, capture bugs in the Wagner's teaching garden, and learn about insect preservation.APRIL FIRST SATURDAY OPEN HOUSEAll About Bugs!The Wagner's Entomology Collection boasts a lot of bugs: iridescent beetles, pinned butterflies, millipedes in ethanol, and more—with a significant selection collected right here in Philadelphia. At this First Saturday Open House visitors will learn about insect behavior and eating habits, learn tricks for capturing bugs in the wild, and discover different techniques for insect preservation. With the help of an entomologist, folks will also get the chance to pin their own insect specimen to take home with them.The Wagner's

The Bodies and Souls tour explores the Kohler Collection’s eclectic and deeply human approach to figurative art, following works collected by Philadelphia‑based collectors Robert and Frances Coulborn Kohler. Focusing on art made primarily in the second half of the twentieth century, the tour examines how artists have used realism and representation as liberating tools to explore embodied experience, including gender, sexuality, interpersonal relationships, psychological states, and connections to home and community. Beginning in the 1980s, the Kohlers committed themselves to collecting works by living artists who employed representational and realist methodologies at a time when figuration was often dismissed as

An interactive workshop where artists learnto identify their audience, and present their work professionally online and in applicationsThis workshop focuses on how artists present themselves visually and strategically to galleries, clients, commissioners, and opportunities. Participants will explore how to choose portfolio pieces, identify their audience, and present their work digitally in ways that feel professional and aligned with their goals.This is an interactive, feedback-based session. Prior to the workshop, participants will submit 5 images that represent their practice. During the session, we’ll print and review them together to discuss:Who is your audience?What opportunities fit your work?What makes a strong portfolio

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

Join us at the Tacony LAB to decorate a flower pot which can then be taken to the Taocny CDC Flower arranging eventJoin the creative folks at the Tacony LAB to decorate a shallow style flower pot for Spring! You can then take your flower pot to the Tacony CDC Flower arranging event!Using paint, notions, ribbon, yarn and fabric, you can create a Spring original flower post for flower arranging, succulents or bonsai. You an register for this class in person as of now and register online as of March 28, 2026.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s

We takes riders on a highly curated, deeply immersive tour of Philadelphia’s food, art, music & culture scene sponsored by Harrietts.Welcome to A DEEPLY ROOTED TROLLEY TOUR by Harriett's Bookshop!A DEEPLY ROOTED Trolley Tour is our three hour, hop on-hop off tour that celebrates local culture, history, music, and deeply rooted tradition by visiting new and seasoned spaces throughout Philadelphia.In 2021, after threats and harassments, Harriett's started trolley tours in a promise to protect and serve ofher local businesses. Four years later the tours continue lifting up hundreds of riders, businesses, and organizations each year.This year, Harriett's honors our very

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

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

Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club for some community oriented land stewardship in Cobbs Creek Park! Meet in the parking lot at Thomas Ave along Cobbs Creek Parkway at 2pm. We will provide everything you need. Everyone is invited! For questions, you can reach out to us at admin@phillymycoclub.com. Join us on the first Sunday of every month at the same time and location for our community volunteer event! By registering for this event you grant the Philadelphia Mycology Club to use photographs and/or video of you taken at the event in publications, online, and in other communications related to the

Come hang out, stitch, crochet, knit some cool stuff, and chat with friends in a chill, crafty vibe.Join Us for Stitch and Bitch!Come hang out at Cherry Street Pier on April 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM (Eastern Time) for a fun and relaxed afternoon of stitching and chatting. Whether you’re into knitting, crocheting, or just want to meet cool people, this is the spot for you. Bring your projects, your stories, and your good vibes. See you there!

Come grab some free groceries and meet your neighbors at the Free Community Food Distribution - everyone is welcome!

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,

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