Past Events from July 30, 2022 – July 28, 2022 – Page 2 – Grid Magazine

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A Sketchbook of Fungi

September is a great month for foraging for fungi. Starting a sketchbook of mushrooms can be a wonderful way to document your finds, enhance your observational skills, and refine your drawing technique. We’ll discuss how to begin a fall fungi sketchbook. Graphite, archival pens, or watercolor – or all three…it’s up to you. Basic mushroom drawing skills will be shared along with demonstrations of how to create your very own tribute to your mycological finds. A detailed list of required materials can be found here. This program takes place in-person (at Mt. Cuba Center) Friday, September 23 About the Instructor:

$75

Spiral Q’s 22nd Annual Peoplehood Parade

Paul Robeson House 4951 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us as we march in celebration of the People - especially those who live and work at the forefront of fighting against oppression and discrimination. Peoplehood is handmade and people powered, bringing the community together with giant puppets, drum lines, banners, performances, and art. The parade begins at 1pm at the Paul Robeson House 4951 Walnut St Performances start around 2:30 at Clark Park at 45th and Chester and end by 3:30pm.

Free

Elegant Winter Container Workshop

Give entryways a festive, elegant look from now until the new year with a classic outdoor urn arrangement. This hands-on class includes an introduction to design principles and all the elements needed to create a long-lasting display of native winterberry, magnolia, and evergreen branches. Bring hand pruners and a large box to transport your finished container home. This program takes place in-person (at Mt. Cuba Center) Friday, December 9, 2022 About the Instructor: Susan Dixon is the perennial plant buyer and department manager at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin, DE. She has attended classes ornamental horticulture at New York Botanical

$79

Feminist Flea Mini Market

Bok 1901 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

“Feminist Flea Mini Market” is an evening market curated by Zissel of Feminist Flea Market & Craft Fair and designer Bokeum Jeon to highlight local artists and makers for the holiday season. Featuring 10 unique vendors, 50+ local artists currently selling at Baby Tooth, and the 1ST-floor shops of BOK, the market makes shopping from local small businesses for the holiday season easy! The market will be on December 9, 2022 from 6:00-10:00 PM at Building Bok, 821 Dudley Street. Masks recommended. For vendor list and more info, visit: www.babytooth.xyz and follow them on Instagram @feminist_flea @babytooth.xyz

Natural Holiday Arrangement

Plants collected for their winter interest provide an abundant palette for creating uniquely beautiful holiday arrangements. Combine fragrant evergreens, pinecones, berries, decorative branches, and other natural delights into an elegant seasonal display for your home or to give as a gift. Bring hand pruners and a medium-to-large box to transport your finished arrangement home. This program takes place in-person (at Mt. Cuba Center) Friday, December 16, 2022 (Snow Date: Saturday, December 17) About the Instructor: Serah Pesce is the Education Specialist at Mt Cuba Center. She holds a BS in Landscape Contracting, Design/Build from Pennsylvania State University and is a

$79