Homeschool/ Out-of-School Teen Birding Bring your teens for a guided bird walk by birding expert Tony Croasdale during spring migration.Homeschool/ Out-of-School Teen BirdingBring your teens for a guided bird walk by birding expert Tony Croasdale during spring migration. This birding program is intended for 13-—to 17-year-olds. If parents or caregivers must bring younger siblings, we can have concurrent activities for them. Binoculars and field guides are provided.

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse. We moved to a new space in BOK! We are now in Unit B05A. Please review the directions below for visiting our new space.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted

Learning about your ancestral origins can be rewarding, but perhaps also a little overwhelming. What is the best way to approach the questions you have? How do you have confidence you're "doing it right”? This virtual course will assist entry-level and early intermediate genealogists in developing research skills, finding and evaluating historical records, and placing your people into the broader story of history. Successful case studies will walk you through how it’s done and what to expect, while breakout sessions will facilitate discussion and collaboration. Walk away rooted in correct principles and practical strategies for tracing your family history!

Join me in Germantown for an intimate walking group curated for a safe space to heal in nature as a Black woman, man or non-binary person.

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction

Join PHS on an hour-long tour of the green roof at PECO’s downtown Philadelphia headquarters. At 45,000 square feet, the PECO green roof offers stunning views of the city. It includes an observation deck and an “intensive” area featuring large planters filled with native grasses and perennials such as switchgrass, little bluestem grass, Agastache, and Amsonia. DATE May 22, 2024 TIME 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm COST $10 for PHS Members $15 for Non-Members LOCATION PECO Building 2301 Market St Philadelphia, PA 19103 ACCESSIBILITY The PECO main building is fully ADA-compliant. For more questions on accessibility during the tour please

Learn how to Sew! Taught by Emily Hitchner you will learn how to make a pillowcase and a tote bag over 2 classesLearn the basics of how to use a sewing machine. With teacher Emily Hitchner, you will be making a pillowcase and a tote bag.Two Sessions from 6:00pm-8:00pm, May 22nd and 29th.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

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.

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on Thursdays mornings for a variety of stewardship projects! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with

Join us as we watch, listen, and enjoy birds along the Delaware River! Walks led by Bird Philly member Holger Pflicke.Join us for a nice stroll along the river while birding. A Bird Philly member will be leading the walk along the river and helping us ID birds. All ages and abilities are welcome. Some binoculars will be available to borrow/share, but please feel free to bring your own.

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the art of book binding from start to finish!Welcome to the world of Book Binding! Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll learn the art of creating beautiful books from scratch. This in-person event will be held at 211 Lincoln Dr, a cozy venue perfect for getting crafty. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this event is perfect for anyone who loves books and wants to learn a new skill. Get ready to unleash your creativity and make your own unique masterpieces. Don't miss out on this opportunity

Enjoy a slow-paced history-rich guided exploration of America's most walkable downtown.Enjoy a slow-paced history-rich guided exploration of America's most walkable downtown.Start: Porch at 30th St StationFinish: Center City or 30th StDistance: 11-15miWhere to find us: Outside the south side of the stationOptional endpoints: ManyTerrain: pavedTransit: Septa, Amtrak or MegabusReturn: on foot or via SeptaParking: Many lots and garages. Try 3101 Market St or Cira South Garage.Difficulty: BeginnerCategory: history, urbanCoordinator: Charles UpdikeWalk with us through the city of Brotherly Love and explore the scenery and oft-forgotten historic facets of a city that has shaped our modern world as much as any

Connect with neighbors and your neighborhood during this fun community greening and walking program.For a few weeks this Spring, meetup at the West Oak Lane Library, walk with Black Girls With Green Thumbs, and let us kick off your 2024 outdoor wellness routine!Back for the 4th year, Grow & Walk Philly connects community members to each other and the green community assets within their neighborhood.Grow & Walk Philly is a FREE, all-ages multi-week wellness challenge to get Philly residents outside - gardening, walking, and moving!Having a consistent walking habit increases your heart health, muscle strength, and even promotes better mood!Open

Match wits with friends and neighbors in a night of fun, friends, facts and food snacks!Come out to the second Vegan Trivia Night at the American Vegan Center! Test your knowledge of food, animals, the environment, and veg history!The initial questions will be easy but will increase in difficulty over the course of four rounds of play. In addition to several smaller prizes, one winning team will take home the grand prize for the evening: Dinner for four at one of Philadelphia’s best vegan restaurants, Primary Plant Based!We will be joined by legendary food pioneer Seth Tibbot! This is a

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects! No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with you. Detailed information and the specific meeting location will be sent by email

Sunday in the park - acoustic music in the vibrant lush community garden settingOlney Culture Lab is proud to bring back the performance series at Roots Garden in Fisher Park. This new 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.April 21 - Dija (Sound Healing) with IncitetheMindfulRapper and Poet B. HeavenlyMay 26 - Second Line Philly (Brass Band)June 23 - Youba Cissokho (on West African kora)July 21 - URIOL우리얼 Korean Percussion EnsembleAugust 18 - Zami Inez

Join me in Germantown for an intimate walking group curated for a safe space to heal in nature as a Black woman, man or non-binary person.

This field training teaches participants to participate in the PA Breeding Bird Atlas. It will demonstrate how to identify signs of bird breThis field training teaches participants to participate in the PA Breeding Bird Atlas. It will demonstrate how to identify signs of bird breeding and how to code those observations in eBird.Please have an eBird account and download it on your smartphone if you have one

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!Every other Tuesday during the active volunteer season (April - October) the Arboretum hosts volunteer workdays open to the community. Each session is led by a staff member and focuses on gardening in a different area of campus. Activities will vary each week and can include but are not limited to planting, weeding, mulching, clearing invasives, and watering. The tasks required in each specific session will be announced monthly via our volunteer eNews email (sign up here).As an Arboretum volunteer, you can learn new skills, gain experience, and become a valued member of our volunteer task

FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfills! It's easy to learn, fun to do, and a safe way to help out.FABSCRAP Philly needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! Volunteers will sort through fabric samples and swatches, separating fabric from paper headers and folding large, usable fabric to be saved for reuse. We moved to a new space in BOK! We are now in Unit B05A. Please review the directions below for visiting our new space.When registering, choose:First Time Volunteer Sorter if this is your first time volunteering with usReturn Volunteer Sorter if you’ve sorted

Learning about your ancestral origins can be rewarding, but perhaps also a little overwhelming. What is the best way to approach the questions you have? How do you have confidence you're "doing it right”? This virtual course will assist entry-level and early intermediate genealogists in developing research skills, finding and evaluating historical records, and placing your people into the broader story of history. Successful case studies will walk you through how it’s done and what to expect, while breakout sessions will facilitate discussion and collaboration. Walk away rooted in correct principles and practical strategies for tracing your family history!

Join Share Food Program as we honor the legacy of Steveanna Wynn with a special dedication ceremony.

Join me in Germantown for an intimate walking group curated for a safe space to heal in nature as a Black woman, man or non-binary person.

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction

Join us for an evening exploring art and cheese! Whether you’re new to SBN, a long-term member, or someone looking to learn more about triple-bottom-line businesses in the region, SBN’s Member Open Houses are the most engaging way to maximize your SBN experience. At our Member Open Houses, you’ll learn business practices from participating members and deepen your connections within our local impact economy. Join us Wednesday, May 29, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm for SBN’s next Member Open House with Perrystead Dairy and InLiquid! Learn about InLiquid and Perrystead Dairy’s sustainable business practices and overall business operations. Guests can

Understanding Governor Shapiro's new proposed climate policies of PRESS and PACERJoin Pennsylvania Interfaith Power & Light and the Jewish Earth Alliance on May 29 at 7:00pm for a discussion about how to understand Governor Shapiro's new proposed climate policies of Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS) and Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Act (PACER).Speaker: Rob Altenburg – Senior Director for Energy and Climate, PennFutureRob brings a career’s worth of environmental, climate, and energy expertise to advance clean energy solutions for Pennsylvania. As Senior Director for Energy and Climate, he analyzes legislation and regulations and helps craft policy recommendations to address the

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on Thursdays mornings for a variety of stewardship projects! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with

Continue to refine botanical drawing and composition skills using color theory and exercises that reinforce botanical accuracy. Explore painterly techniques such as dry brush or watercolor washes that enhance individual style while remaining true to the tenets of botanical drawing. Sketch, compose, and execute a finished piece, applying the skills learned in all three sections of the Spring Botanical Art Series. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Four Thursdays: May 30, June 13, June 20, and June 27 (no class June 6). About the Instructor: Margaret Saylor is the editor/designer of ASBA’s The Botanical Artist

Join us for a walk through our sustainable campus landscape.Over the past few years, Haverford has been working hard to become a more sustainable campus and we have been ranked among the top ten zero-waste college campuses (created by the Post-Landfill Action Network - PLAN) since 2021. From green roofs to aerobic digestion, learn the many ways Haverford's physical campus reflects the work of students, staff, and faculty in fighting climate change. This tour will be led by Jesse Lytle, Claudia Kent, and Jennie Kelly who all work on sustainable aspects of campus. The tour is a part of our

Schuylkill Center interim executive director Erin Mooney and certified LL Bean casting instructor will give a 1.5 hour casting lesson to five women on Saturday, June 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Participants will learn the basics of fly fishing, from basis casts, to rods and flies and other gear. Registration required.

Join us at our Spring Community Fair in Mt Airy for a fun-filled day of local vendors, food, and family entertainment!SPRING COMMUNITY FAIRCome join us for an informative and fun-filled day at our Spring Community Fair, hosted by the Bethlehem Church of God Holiness in Mt. Airy! The event will be held at 7516 Williams Ave and promises to be a great time for all. Enjoy local vendors, delicious food, music, health & wellness checks/information, and family entertainment for all. Don't miss out on this exciting community event!VENDORS WELCOMED! Community Resources, Entrepreneurs and Businesses, CALL 215-224-3421 For Table Information. Community

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 info@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

Join me in Germantown for an intimate walking group curated for a safe space to heal in nature as a Black woman, man or non-binary person.

Join me in Germantown for an intimate walking group curated for a safe space to heal in nature as a Black woman, man or non-binary person.

What can local journalism learn from the ways community groups come together? Three Philadelphia AAPI leaders share their experiencesHow does inter-community solidarity work in practice? What can local journalism learn from the ways community groups come together, and how can journalists use solidarity reporting to improve the accuracy of their stories?In this inaugural Perspectives Local event, three Philadelphia AAPI leaders will share their experiences in cross-community organizing, particularly around neighborhood redevelopment projects. Neighborhood change is something every local newsroom covers, and we hope the conversation will help journalists reflect on solidarity relationships in their own reporting, and better understand anti-displacement

What is the history of your neighborhood?Precious Places Community History Project Premiere Since 2003, Scribe Video Center’s Precious Places Community History project has facilitated the production of 118 short documentaries about the public spaces, buildings, parks in the greater Philadelphia area that reveal the untold story of our region. Produced collaboratively with members of local communities, these carefully crafted films draw from the memories of neighbors to tell the story and the contemporary struggles of the places where we live.Please join Scribe in celebrating the premiere of 7 new films in the Precious Places Community History project including documentaries on ACES

Stardust: It’s literal. It’s metaphorical. And when it touches us, it’s magical! Soaring trees. Expansive vistas. Native plant gardens full of life. Let the magic of Stoneleigh: a natural garden awe and inspire you as we celebrate the natural world. The magic of Stardust—Natural Lands’ annual summer celebration and fundraiser—emanates from the experience of being wrapped in a stunning, conserved landscape. Don’t miss this evening of cocktails, roving supper, and merriment under the stars! Natural Lands’ regional mission to provide land for life and nature for all is vital. Your ticket purchase will advance our highest priorities for saving open

Join Leeway x NextFab 2023 Artist in Residence Khaliah D. Pitts for a community hike and workshop on Saturday, June 8 in the WissahickonJoin Khaliah D. Pitts, Leeway x NextFab 2023 Artist in Residence for a community workshop. Please bring journaling materials (pen + paper) and something to take pictures with. Light snacks will be provided.For Black folks, a recent history wrought with systemic violence against both the natural world and our land stewarding ancestors, can make being present in nature difficult. And even so, we is here, present in those spaces.Come play, explore and adventure in forest bathing, journaling

Parallel examines, through dance, the differences that bring joy and strife to our shared human existence. The works featured in this show express the intricate relationships between and amog our identites, and encourage audiences to consider their own place within the web of humanity. Happens on the following Dates: Jun 8, 2024, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: EDT Jun 8, 2024, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EDT

Plays & Players invites you to their third annual gala: Fancy On Delancey, on Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 6-9pm. This enchanting evening of elegance and entertainment celebrates the rich history and exciting future of Philadelphia's cultural gem, Plays & Players Theatre. Set against the backdrop of this historic venue, steeped in over a century of theatrical legacy, this fundraising event promises to be an unforgettable experience. Live entertainment from Drew Nugent & The Midnight Society, immersive performances from Envoûté entertainment, food from Hart of Catering, and BAHA whiskey included with admission. Attendees will even be permitted to explore the