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  • Yoga for a Cause at The Grange Estate

    The Grange Estate 143 Murtle Ave., Havertown, Pennsylvania

    What if taking a day for yourself could also help preserve a piece of local history? This month, The Grange Estate will once again become the setting for Yoga for a Cause, a four-hour mini wellness retreat presented by Radiant Heart Yoga & Wellness. The donation-based event invites the community to step away from the everyday and spend time moving, relaxing, exploring and simply enjoying the historic grounds of The Grange. The day will offer something for everyone, whether guests stop by for an hour or stay for the entire experience. Attendees can choose from yoga classes led by Radiant

    Pay what you can

  • Artist Talk: Cavin Jones

    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 2 PM in the Art Department for a talk by Philadelphia artist Cavin Jones. Cavin Jones is a painter, muralist, and collagist whose figurative work is inspired by American history, particularly the African American experience. Jones has said that his work is "a catalyst to stimulate thought and promote discussion about various issues prevalent in society." His dynamic compositions often feature contrasting elements that as he says, "infuse the paintings with layers of meaning and associations." Cavin will talk about his art journey, including his public mural work. After the talk in

    Free

  • Image Par Image Collage Workshop

    Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join artist Natasha Guy for a workshop that will use collage as a way to explore historical images. 2026 marks not just the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, but also the 200th anniversary of photography. In honor of these celebrations, participants will use historical images from the Print and Picture Collection to compose a collage and discuss what they've made as a group, exploring topics like how a city pictures itself, how photographs build collective memory, and the ways that history can be reopened through collage. The workshop will be held in the Art Department at Parkway Central

    Free

  • HistoricalSociety of Frankford October Monthly Meeting and Lecture

    Frankford Historical Society 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia, United States

    Sam Katz, president of History Making Productions, will make a video presentation at the Historical Society of Frankford’s monthly meeting and lecture on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at7:30 PM. He will present episode 7, "Renewal", of his series Philadelphia and the Making of America. The film explores Philadelphia from 1925 to 1963, a period shaped by the Great Depression, World War II, political transformation, and ambitious efforts to remake the city. Through stories of Albert M. Greenfield, shifting political power, racial discrimination in housing and employment, and the rise of urban renewal, the episode examines who benefited from Philadelphia’s reinvention

    Free

  • Tavern Night 2026

    Tavern Night 2026
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, United States

    Tavern Night is a one-of-a-kind evening of 18th-century-inspired food, drink, music, and live auction. Participants will enjoy the warmth of the fire as they delight in a selection of flavors and aromas representative of those found in a colonial tavern. This is a fundraising event to benefit historic preservation projects at Newlin Grist Mill. Cost: $95/Person Must be 21 or older to attend.

    $95

  • Tavern Night 2026

    Tavern Night 2026
    Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, United States

    Tavern Night is a one-of-a-kind evening of 18th-century-inspired food, drink, music, and live auction. Participants will enjoy the warmth of the fire as they delight in a selection of flavors and aromas representative of those found in a colonial tavern. This is a fundraising event to benefit historic preservation projects at Newlin Grist Mill. Cost: $95/Person Must be 21 or older to attend.

    $95