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A Walking Workshop on Mobile Photography & Local HistoryLansdowne Photo Walk: Capture Your Town at Golden Hour📸 A Walking Workshop on Mobile Photography & Local HistoryThe above image was taken at St. Philomena's by Michael LobisJoin us for a golden hour stroll through Lansdowne and learn how to take beautiful, professional-looking photos using just your phone!We’ll meet at Utility Works and head out on a guided tour of the neighborhood, where you’ll learn:How to use your phone’s camera settings to their fullestTips for composition, lighting, and capturing dynamic anglesEasy editing techniques to enhance your imagesA few fun pieces of Lansdowne

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,

August 8 - Lenapé - “Turtle Island” A look at Lenapé Creation mythology and our vital connection to the land.Join Golden-Thread Labyrinths co-founders, Dr. Dylan Odhner (Mythological Studies) and Rev. Alan Cowley (Artist and Labyrinth Designer) for a workshop series exploring the power of labyrinth meditation and applied mythology—create & take home your very own finger-labyrinth(s)!The human story is not new! Our modern experiences, while clothed with the fabric of our time, are fundamentally the same experiences that have always been happening. The stories (mythology) and symbols (like the labyrinth) that we hold on to and pass down through the

Come and learn the joys of making art you can use!Handbuilding allows us to create almost anything we can imagine! Students will use handbuilding techniques to make unique functional and decorative items that hang on a wall. Instruction will cover foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are looking to establish fundamental techniques or explore the bounds of your creativity and imagination, this class is

Personal Mythology — What stories make up your personal mythology? Where do you see your journey going, and how do you hope to get there?Join Golden-Thread Labyrinths co-founders, Dr. Dylan Odhner (Mythological Studies) and Rev. Alan Cowley (Artist and Labyrinth Designer) for a workshop series exploring the power of labyrinth meditation and applied mythology—create & take home your very own finger-labyrinth(s)!The human story is not new! Our modern experiences, while clothed with the fabric of our time, are fundamentally the same experiences that have always been happening. The stories (mythology) and symbols (like the labyrinth) that we hold on to

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,

Kick off the school year with a school supply donation drive, a community children's clothing swap, and one last summer hurrah!Back to School Day at the Lansdowne Farmers Market🎒 School Supplies • Clothing Swap • One Last Summer Hurrah! ☀️Kick off the new school year with us at Veterans Landing for a fun Back to School Day at the Lansdowne Farmers Market!We’re celebrating with: A school supply donation drive to support local students A community children’s clothing swap—bring what your kids have outgrown and take what they need!Plus, games, treats, and a little extra fun to savor the last days

Join us for the public reception of Stomping Ground at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne!The Lansdowne Art Committee invites you to join us on August 30th for the opening reception of Stomping Ground at the 20*20 House.STOMPING GROUNDOn view at 20*20 House from August 30 – October 19, 2025What does it mean to live in a city, to move through it, shape it, and be shaped by it?In Stomping Ground, contemporary artists Eustace Mamba, Kara Mshinda, Sophie C. White, and Nasir Young celebrate the everyday rhythms of Philadelphia. Their practices explore layered connections between personal memory, urban space, and cultural

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,

Roll up hungry. Food trucks are taking over for a flavor-packed Saturday.Food Truck Day at the Lansdowne Farmers Market🚚 Roll Up Hungry 🍔🌮🍦Get ready for a flavor-packed Saturday—Food Truck Day is rolling into The Landing with all your favorite eats!Come hungry and treat yourself to a delicious lineup of local food trucks, plus all the fresh produce, handmade goods, and community vibes the Lansdowne Farmers Market is known for.📍 Veterans Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave) Saturday, September 6 | 9 AM – 1 PMGrab a bite, bring a friend, and savor every second!

Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, September 8, at 6 pm for a script-in-hand reading of “Cadillac Crew” by Tori Sampson.Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, September 8, at 6 pm for a script-in-hand reading of “Cadillac Crew” by Tori Sampson.Location: 20*20 House, 20 Lansdowne Court. Admission: $5 donation suggested. Space is limited, RSVPs are highly recommended. Light refreshments will be served. Follow along for more information Black Magic Woman ProductionsInspired by real events, Tori Sampson’s “Cadillac Crew” dares to examine the under-recognized contribution of women in the Civil Rights Movement. Set in 1963, the play

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,

Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll transform urban experiences into mixed-media art.Creative Collage: City FragmentsSaturday, September 27th, 2025 • 2 Hours • 3-5pmAt 20*20 House GalleryEver walked through your neighborhood and wondered about all the visual stories surrounding you? Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll transform urban experiences into mixed-media art.Using photographs from city life—neighborhood shots, street scenes, architectural details—discover how fragmentation and layering can tell deeper stories about urban living. You'll learn essential collage techniques while creating both a personal piece and contributing to a collaborative artwork with fellow participants.What You'll Do:Create an individual collage

Join us in celebrating the grand opening of JSM Cuisine’s Lansdowne location!This new full-service restaurant brings the vibrant flavors of West Africa to 55 East Baltimore Avenue. Founded by Josephine Larmena, Sam Glaweah, and Chef Musu Kun, JSM Cuisine will be a gathering place rooted in tradition, community, and love.Come meet the owners, take part in the ribbon cutting, and experience the warmth of Lansdowne’s newest dining destination.Free and open to the public. RSVP today!Details:📍 JSM Cuisine – 55 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA📅 October 4 | 1:00 PMSneak Peek at the Menu:Appetizers Roasted meat/kebab Skewers (Beef or Chicken) –

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,

Come and learn the joys of making art you can use!Handbuilding allows us to create almost anything we can imagine! Students will use the coil building technique to make unique and functional ceramic planters. Instruction will cover foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are looking to establish fundamental techniques or explore the bounds of your creativity and imagination, this class is for you!------Please note

Get into the spooky spirit with a Ceramic Pumpkin carve!Get into the spooky spirit with a Ceramic Pumpkin carve! This one day workshop will encourage you to get weird and make a Jack-o-Lantern by using beginner friendly handbuilding and surface decoration techniques on a slipcasted pumpkin.------Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible via stairs. The class requires participants to be able to sit and/or stand for at least three hours and use their hands for two hours. You mustbe able to lift 25lbs. There are two gender-neutral bathrooms available for students,

Rooted in local love, meet your neighbors, makers, movers, and shakers.🏘️💼 Saturday, October 18th at the Lansdowne Farmers Market – Community Day! 💼🏘️Come celebrate the heart of Lansdowne—our amazing community! Local businesses, organizations, and service groups will be on hand to share what they’re doing to make our town thrive. It’s a great chance to connect, learn about local initiatives, and support the people who make Lansdowne special. Stop by, say hello, and discover something new!🗓️Saturday, October 18th⏰ 9 AM – 1 PM📍 Veterans Landing, 30 N Lansdowne Ave

Join us for the public reception of Stomping Ground at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne!Stomping Ground: Closing Reception Sunday, October 19th, 2pm-5pm@ 20*20 House Exhibition on view from August 30 – October 19, 2025Join us for the closing public reception of Stomping Ground at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne! The Lansdowne Art Committee invites you to join us on October 19th for the closing reception of Stomping Ground at the 20*20 House. Enjoy the exhibition before it concludes and meet the featured artists.STOMPING GROUNDOn view at 20*20 House from August 30 – October 19, 2025What does it mean to live

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,

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,

Join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, November 10 for a script-in-hand reading of “TWELVE” by Reginald Rose.Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, November 10, at 6 pm for a script-in-hand reading of “Cadillac Crew” by Tori Sampson.Location: 20*20 House, 20 Lansdowne Court. Admission: $5 donation suggested. Space is limited; RSVPs are highly recommended. Light refreshments will be served. Follow along for more information Black Magic Woman ProductionsFollowing closing arguments, a 12 member jury begins deliberations in a capital murder case. A guilty verdict means the death penalty for a teenager accused of stabbing his father to death.

Come get cozy with us!Join the Makers Monday crew for a cozy evening of creativity and community at Utility Works! Stop in anytime between 6.30 - 9.30 that works for you!Whether you celebrate the season or simply enjoy making something beautiful, our wreath-making night is the perfect way to welcome winter’s spirit. This is a non-denominational, all-welcome event. Make a wreath for your door, a friend, or even one to help decorate for A Bit of the Arts.A selection of materials will be provided for communal use, including frames, greenery, ribbon, and ornaments, but you’re encouraged to bring your own

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,

Everything you need for the feast—shop local and give thanks together.Thanksgiving Market at the Lansdowne Farmers Market🦃 Shop Local. Give Thanks. Gather Together. 🍁Find everything you need for your holiday table at our special Thanksgiving Market! From fresh produce and baked goods to handmade gifts and seasonal treats, it’s the perfect place to stock up—and support local.🥧 Fresh, local ingredients for your feast🍯 Artisan goods & host-ready gifts🍂 Warm community vibes before the holiday📍 The Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave)🗓️ Saturday, November 22 | 9 AM – 1 PMCome shop, connect, and celebrate the season of gratitude with your community.

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,

Come and learn the joys of making art you can use!Handbuilding allows us to create almost anything we can imagine! Students will use handbuilding techniques to make unique and functional ceramic tableware such as mugs, plates and bowls. Instruction will cover foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are looking to establish fundamental techniques or explore the bounds of your creativity and imagination, this class

Bring pen and paper, a laptop, or a tablet and a favorite poem by an author other than yourself to share.Writing Workshopwith artist Ona GritzSaturday December 12th, 6pm - 8pmAdmission: FREEAges: 10+ (*ages 10-17 must be registered with an accompanying adult)Join us at 20*20 House@ 20 Lansdowne CtLansdowne, PA 19050Joan Didion famously said, “I write entirely to find out what I'm thinking, what I'm looking at, what I see and what it means.” Join local author Ona Gritz and other creative women of Lansdowne for an afternoon of writing and gentle excavation in a supportive and encouraging environment. Bring pen

with Karen Heenan🎄 Sewing Workshop: Stuffed Christmas Tree Ornament📅 December 13 | 🕓 11am - 12pm📍 Utility Works - MakerSpaceGet into the holiday spirit with a cozy, hands-on sewing workshop! In this class, you’ll learn how to create your very own stuffed Christmas tree ornament—perfect for decorating your tree, gifting to a friend, or adding a handmade touch to your holiday décor.Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll explore basic sewing techniques, including cutting, stitching, and stuffing, while adding your own personal flair with colors, patterns, and embellishments.✨ What to Expect:Step-by-step instruction—great for beginners!Make a sheet of random, Scrappy patchwork and

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,

Once a month, all winter long—stay cozy, connected, and stocked with local Goodness.❄️✨ Winter Holiday Market at the Lansdowne Farmers Market ✨❄️ Shop Local. Spread Joy. Celebrate Together. Find everything you need for your winter celebrations at our special Holiday Market! From festive treats and seasonal produce to handmade gifts and cozy artisan goods, it’s the perfect place to shop small—and share the holiday spirit.🍪 Winter treats & locally made goodies🎁 Artisan gifts perfect for last-minute giving🌲 Cheerful community vibes to brighten the season📍 The Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave)🗓️ Saturday, December 20 | 10 AM – 12 PMBundle up,

Rewrite your favorite stories, songs, or poems—or share them as they are at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne!🎤✨ Join the LEDC’s Art Committee for a night of holiday reimaginings at the 20*20 House on December 20th from 6 - 8 pm! Rewrite your favorite stories, songs, or poems—or share them as they are—with flair, theatrics, and a dash of holiday magic. 📖🎶Readings must be registered in advance and be under 5 minutes. Register your reading here: https://airtable.com/appNtOdCfiIHomVVX/pagrQW9XWbwxictcN/form🎤✨ T’was the Night of Rewriting ✨🎤T'was the night of Rewriting, and all through the air,Storytellers gathered with tales to share.From Christmas to Kwanzaa,

Join us for the opening reception of Home 2033 at the Kiosk GalleryOpening Reception: Friday January 2nd 6pm - 9pm Lee showcases his ceramic and fiber art in Lansdowne's Kiosk Gallery at UtilityWorks. His show "home 2,033" is inspired by his own obtainable future with artwork that is derived from his sensual pleasures. Hope to see you at the OPENING RECEPTION: January 2, 2026 - 6pm! Artwork will remain there between January 2nd and February 28th, contact lee@monsterarts.media to schedule a private walkthrough of his show.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Accessibility Statement:The LEDC are committed to provide a welcoming and accessible environment for all individuals,

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,

Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions for a script-in-hand reading of “While The Gettin’s Good,” a romantic comedy by Renee Lucas WayneLocation: 20*20 House, 20 Lansdowne Court. Admission: $5 donation suggested. Space is limited; RSVPs are highly recommended. Light refreshments will be served. Follow along for more information Black Magic Woman ProductionsKenyatta, the founder of a small alternative school, wakes to find her life in its usual disarray. She’s late for a meeting, unprepared for an impending state inspection, and to top it all off, her car insurance has lapsed. After her roommate Vaness promises to hand-deliver the payment, but

Once a month, all winter long—stay cozy, connected, and stocked with local Goodness.❄️✨ New Year New Market at the Lansdowne Farmers Market ✨❄️Once a month, all winter long—stay cozy, connected, and stocked with local goodness.Make your crafting or community goals for the year. Let us know how we can support you at the LEDC! Stop by, say hello, and discover something new!🗓️📍 The Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave)🗓️ Saturday, January 17 | 10 AM – 12 PMBundle up, bring a friend, and come celebrate the magic of the season with your community. ✨

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,

A Training Course on the Glowforge and the Roland BN 20🧩 Make Your Own Puzzle: Turn Your Art or Photos into Play📅 January 24th | 🕓 11am - 12pm📍 Utility Works MakerSpaceCreate something playful, personal, and totally one-of-a-kind! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll turn your own drawing, design, or photograph into a custom jigsaw puzzle.Whether you sketch something new during class or bring a favorite photo or digital image, we’ll guide you through the process of preparing your design and using makerspace tools to transform it into a finished puzzle you can take home.✨ What to Expect:Learn how to prep

with Rashida Osbourne🧵🍷 Sip & Sew: Make Your Own Tote Bag📅 January 30th | 🕓 6pm - 8pm 📍 Utility Works MakerSpaceGrab a drink, take a seat, and stitch something stylish! Sip & Sew is a laid-back sewing workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own custom tote bag.This beginner-friendly class will cover sewing basics like cutting fabric, stitching seams, and adding handles, all in a relaxed, social setting. Enjoy a beverage as you sew, chat, and create alongside fellow makers.Bring your own sewing machine or message madi@lansdownesfuture.org for to request one provided for you. ✨ What to Expect:Step-by-step

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,

For the whole family!Kids Intro to Ceramics: Pinch PotsFebruary 7th | 🕓12pm - 1pm Utility Works | 32 E Baltimore Ave, Lansdowne, PAJoin us at Utility Works Creative Community, and get hands-on with clay in this fun, kid-focused introduction to ceramics! In this single-session class, young artists will learn the basics of handbuilding with clay using a simple and classic technique called pinch pots.Pinch pots are an easy, approachable way to explore clay. Kids will start by shaping a basic form and, as their confidence grows, can choose to turn it into something more imaginative, like a bowl, cup, animal,

with Rashida Osbourne💖🧵 Sip & Sew: Galentine’s Edition — Make a Heart Pillow📅 February 12th | 🕓 6pm - 8pm📍 Utility Works MakerSpaceGrab your besties, pour a sip, and get crafty! Celebrate Galentine’s Day with a fun, relaxed sewing workshop where you’ll make your own stuffed heart pillow—the perfect cozy keepsake or gift for someone you love (including yourself!).This beginner-friendly class will walk you through sewing basics like cutting fabric, stitching seams, and stuffing your pillow, all in a social, feel-good atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned sewer or totally new, this is all about creativity, connection, and a little self-love.✨

A special Valentine EveningFriday February 13 th 20265:45 pm arrival, mingle and sip6-7 pm Class$45 plus eventbrite's fee (adults only)Join Sara from Kiss My Soul for a special Valentine evening making decadent Valentine themed Body Scrubs! Learn about salt versus sugar, nourishing base oils for your skin and choose your scrub scent, theme and additives. Himalayan Pink Salt Rose Scrub or Delicious Buttercream Sugar Scrub are a couple of the creative options that will be offered. Sip some bubbly and snack on charcuterie and chocolates while making a gift for someone special (or to spoil yourself: self love!). Decorating your

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,

Once a month, all winter long—stay cozy, connected, and stocked with local Goodness.🌿❤️ We Love Lansdowne at the Farmers Market ❤️🌿Celebrate local connections and community this February!Once a month, all winter long—stay cozy, connected, and stocked with local goodness.Stop by the craft table to create personalized valentines for your favorite local vendors and businesses, then leave them with our team or deliver them yourself to spread love and art throughout the community📍 The Landing (30 N. Lansdowne Ave)🗓️ Saturday, Februrary 21st | 10 AM – 12 PMBundle up, bring a friend, and come have fun! ✨

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,

A hands-on writing workshop where artists develop their artist statement, professional bio, and CV.Many artists struggle not with making the work—but with explaining it.This workshop is designed for artists and creatives who want to clearly articulate who they are, what they do, and how to speak about their work in professional settings. Participants will spend the evening writing, editing, and refining the core documents every working artist needs: an artist statement, professional bio, and artist CV.This is a hands-on writing workshop focused on language, clarity, and confidence. You will leave with strong drafts and clear direction on how to finalize

Join us for the opening reception of Lansdowne Roots at the Kiosk GalleryLansdowne Roots is an exhibition by local artists Rob Cuff and Alexandra Langendorfer, whose work reflects a shared history rooted in the Lansdowne, PA community.Both artists grew up just a few blocks apart, attended Lansdowne public schools, and began their creative journeys here. Their representational work responds to a lifetime of living in and around this place, playing with how streets, homes, people, and quiet moments shape a sense of belonging. Both are still living in the tristate area with their families and pets and reconnect with Landowne’s

A one-day introductory art workshop designed to help students ages 12–16 explore the fundamentals of realistic figure drawingFigure Foundations: Realistic Drawing for Youth is a one-day introductory art workshop designed to help students ages 12–16 explore the fundamentals of realistic figure drawing in a supportive, pressure-free environment. The workshop emphasizes observation, proportion, and creative confidence rather than technical perfection.Students will be guided through foundational drawing exercises that help them better understand the human form while building comfort with sketching from reference. No prior drawing experience is required. The workshop is designed to be accessible, encouraging, andappropriate for youth at varying

Feel confident using a sewing machine from start to finish.New to sewing machines or feeling a little unsure around one? This beginner-friendly class is designed to help you feel confident using a sewing machine from start to finish.In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of machine sewing, including how to thread your machine, wind a bobbin, adjust tension, select stitches, and sew safely. We’ll also cover common troubleshooting tips so you can avoid frustration and keep sewing smoothly.✨ What You’ll Learn:Parts of a sewing machine and what they doThreading the machine and bobbinStitch selection and basic settingsSewing straight seams

Join us for the opening reception of Here and Gone at the 20*20 House Gallery!Please join us on March 14th from 1 - 4 PM for the opening reception and curator walkthrough of Here & Gone: Artists in Connection with Lansdowne. Here & Gone: Artists in Connection with Lansdowne is an interdisciplinary exhibition exploring the creative spirit of a community in motion. Featuring a diverse group of 5 contemporary artists who have called Lansdowne home—past and present—the exhibition examines how their time as residents unwittingly influenced their artistic practice.Join Here & Gone curator and exhibiting artist Joseph Iacona at 2pm,

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,

Come and enjoy your favorite Winter Market but with a Egg-celent Scavenger hunt!Join us for a joyful spring celebration at the Lansdowne Winter Market on Saturday, March 21 from 10 AM–12 PM for our community favorite: the Egg-Nostic Egg Hunt!Designed to be welcoming to everyone, this playful event combines a traditional candy egg hunt with a market-wide puzzle scavenger hunt. Families, kids, and curious grown-ups alike can explore the market while searching for clues, collecting eggs, and connecting with neighbors.What to Expect🥚 Candy Egg HuntColorful eggs filled with chocolate will be hidden around the market for participants to find.🧩 Puzzle

Oil Painting on Mineral Paper opens up new possibilities for mark-making, layering, lifting and experimentation.Bring your favorite oil paints and brushes (Mineral Paper provided) and come create a small representational or abstract work on Mineral Paper.In this class, we’ll focus on painting with oils on mineral paper, a lightweight and more affordable alternative to Yupo that responds similarly to oil paint. Working on a nontraditional surface opens up new possibilities for mark-making, layering, lifting, and experimentation that differ from canvas or panel.Rather than step-by-step instruction, this workshop emphasizes exploration and process, offering guidance on how oil behaves on mineral paper

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

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,

Please join BLACK MAGIC WOMAN Productions on Monday, April 13, at 6 pm for a script-in-hand reading of “SEEDZ” a new play by Joseph P. BlakeLocation: 20*20 House, 20 Lansdowne Court. Admission: $5 donation suggested. Space is limited; RSVPs are highly recommended. Light refreshments will be served. Follow along for more information Black Magic Woman ProductionsMore than 35 years ago, longtime residents Solomon and Matthews transformed a weed and trash-filled vacant lot into a neighborhood oasis. With each harvest, their vision of self-sufficiency was affirmed and grew stronger.Now the garden’s very existence is being threatened by the combined forces of wealth,

Develop your own texture roller and use a library of provided texture rollers to hand build a plant pot.🌸 Texture Rollers + Plant Pots 🌿Celebrate the season in the Ceramic Studio with a hands-on handbuilding workshop inspired by spring growth and fresh starts!In this class, you will learn how to create ceramic tiles using slab-building techniques and then transform them with decorative surface methods. Create your own texture rollers, try your hand at sgraffito carving, and experiment with underglaze painting to add color and personality to your work.Once you’ve practiced these techniques, you’ll use your decorated slabs to construct a

A Training Course on the Glowforge, Sewing Machine, and Public Art🧚✨ Fairy House Workshop & Woodland Walk 🌿Step into a world of imagination, creativity, and a little bit of magic! In this hands-on workshop, participants will design and build their own miniature fairy furniture, doors, and tiny details—then bring their creations to life outdoors.We’ll begin in the makerspace, where you’ll have the opportunity to use tools like the laser cutter and other machines to create detailed, custom pieces for your fairy builds. You’ll learn how to safely and creatively translate simple designs into tiny furniture, doors, and decorative elements using

Join us for the opening reception of An Adoptees Artistic Journey with wine and hors d'eouvres at the Kiosk GalleryFeaturing: Emma SarrShow Dates: April 17, 2026 - May 23, 2026Reception: April 25, 3pm - 5pmKiosk Gallery @ Utility Works32 E. Baltimore Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, noon - 6pmThis exhibit displays Emma Sarr’s first step of her artistic journey. In this project, Emma deeply considered her past and how her adoption has impacted her. Depictions of discovery, awe, Chinese American culture, and self-understanding are displayed throughout the artwork. The core feelings and phases of this work include

The 2026 season is here!Join us for the Opening day of our Farmer's Market Season! Enjoy your usual market favorites with amazing vendors and a welcoming community atmosphere!

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,

Turn the Farmers Market into a canvas at our Public Art day!Join us for a vibrant day of creativity, community, and color at the Farmers Market for Public Art Day! We’re transforming our space into a collaborative fiber art installation—and everyone is invited to be part of it.Bring your unfinished fiber projects, extra yarn, knitting or crochet work, and especially any granny squares you’ve been working on (or always meant to start!). Together, we’ll be assembling a community yarn bombing that will bring texture, color, and joy to the market.New to crochet? No problem! We’ll also be offering hands-on guidance

Grow your garden and your community at our Outdoor Plant Swap at the Farmers Market.Join us for a community-centered summer market featuring plants, local makers, music, and hands-on learning outdoors.This week highlights everything green and growing with a free plant swap—bring cuttings, seedlings, or plants of outdoor parennials, preferably native, to share and exchange with fellow plant lovers. Do not bring anything invasive, as we do not want to be spreading them around Lansdowne. Please make sure everything you bring is potted (no loose roots or plants in bags). Whether you’re expanding your collection or just getting started, it’s a

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,

You will produce a set of ice cream bowls, which will act as an invitation to an ice cream party the following week.🍨🏺 Wheel-Thrown Ice Cream Bowls + Ice Cream Social📅 Week 1: Friday, May 22nd | 🕓 5pm - 9pm📅 Week 2: Friday, May 29th | 🕓 6pm - 7pm📍 Utility Works Ceramic StudioMake it, glaze it, then celebrate with ice cream! 🍦In this two-part ceramics experience, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing while creating your own set of handmade ice cream bowls—then come back the following week to enjoy them in the sweetest way possible.Week One:Get hands-on

Start your Memorial Day with local produce, handmade goods, and hometown pride at the Farmers Market.Join us for a special Memorial Day weekend edition of the summer farmers market, bringing together local food, art, music, and community activities outdoors.This week features live music from Laura Feigin, setting a warm and welcoming soundtrack for the afternoon as you explore the market.We’re also excited to highlight featured artist Annaliese Berkenstock, showcasing her work alongside a diverse lineup of local vendors.🇺🇸 In partnership with Women Creating Community, Lansdowne, we’ll be hosting a hands-on button-making activity—a creative and family-friendly way to engage with the

Turn community spirit into action at the Farmers Market’s Volunteer Day.Join us for a community-focused edition of the summer farmers market centered on service, connection, and local impact.This week highlights Volunteer Day, featuring local nonprofit organizations sharing ways you can get involved in supporting your community. Stop by to learn about volunteer opportunities, ask questions, and discover causes you can connect with year-round.We’ll also have hands-on volunteer-inspired mini projects and activities designed to spark ideas for how small actions can make a meaningful difference locally.🎶 Enjoy live music from G3 Soul, bringing soulful blues sounds to the market throughout the

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,

Love grows here — celebrate Pride with your Farmers Market family.Join us for a vibrant Pride celebration at the summer farmers market, highlighting creativity, community, and joyful self-expression.This week’s market brings together local art, live performance, and hands-on activities in a welcoming outdoor space for all ages.🎨 Featured artist Katie Mizak will be showcasing her work alongside a full market of local vendors.🎶 Enjoy live music from Jean Louise, in collaboration with Henn House Productions, setting the tone for a celebratory afternoon.We’re also excited to feature a special performance by Tangle Arts, presenting an aerialist show that brings movement and

“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

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 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,

Pages of Pride: Junk Journal Workshop with Kyra PopeIn this activity, led by mixed media artist Kyra Pope, participants are invited to decorate the cover of their own handmade junk journal using a wide range of recycled and collage materials. These journals serve as a personal space to explore joy, identity, and self-expression!This activity celebrates Black creativity, hair empowerment, and affirmation, encouraging everyone to experiment with layering, color, words, and texture.The goal isn’t perfection—it’s expression.No experience is needed! If you can tear paper and place a sticker, you can create something beautiful.Participants can take home their journal to continue exploring

Meet Your Community at the Market.Come celebrate the people, organizations, and connections that make Lansdowne such a vibrant place to call home at our annual Community Day at the Lansdowne Farmers Market!This special market day highlights the power of local connection, walkable neighborhoods, and community care with interactive activities, family fun, and opportunities to meet some of the incredible groups serving our area.Families can enjoy:🤸 Kid-friendly movement and gymnastics play with My Gym🎨 DIY suncatcher making🫧 Colorful bubble painting activities🎶 Live music and market atmosphere🛍 Fresh food, local makers, and community vendorsWhether you’re discovering a new organization, meeting neighbors, or

Ready… Set… Market!Get ready to run, hop, race, laugh, and maybe even unleash your competitive side at Field Day at the Market!This high-energy market day brings all the nostalgic fun of a classic school field day right to the Lansdowne Farmers Market with playful activities and friendly competitions for kids, families, and grown-ups who still take sack races seriously.Throughout the morning, enjoy:🏁 Three-legged races🥔 Sack races🪢 Jump rope challenges🎯 Cornhole competitions🟨 Hopscotch and sidewalk games🏃 Relay races and surprise mini challenges💦 Cool-down summer fun throughout the marketWhether you're competing for glory, cheering from the sidelines, or just here for the

This workshop seeks to demystify the techniques to maintaining a healthy artist practice and making way for a thriving and consistent career A healthy practice relies on several self-driven components working symbiotically. Each one of these steps are interchangeable, and influence each other. But where to start? In this workshop, we will be going over three components of a professional artist practice: A guide on showing your work and maintaining a consistent exhibition schedule A light overview of Career Support: Sales, Residencies, Grants, and Funding strategies Building and maintaining your art community. About the Instructor: Patricia Renee' Thomas is a

Red, White & Boom at the MarketThe Lansdowne Farmers Market is thrilled to welcome neighbors and visitors alike as we celebrate a monumental milestone: America’s 250th birthday! Alongside our wonderful regular lineup of fresh local produce, artisan goods, and delicious treats, we are hosting two special community events to mark the occasion.Whether you are looking to tap into your creative energy or dive into local history, there is something for everyone to look forward to:Community Drum Circle: Find your rhythm and celebrate the collective heartbeat of our neighborhood. This interactive drum circle is open to everyone. Bring your family, bring

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,

Tunnels of darkness illuminate vessels with light in Shatter the dark: a light at the end of the tunnel.Reception: July 10th 6pm - 8pmOn View: July 10th, 2026 - August 15th, 2026Artist (s): Joe GrubbLocation: Kiosk Gallery at Utility Works (32 E Baltimore Ave)Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, noon - 6pmI started making lamps with black sculpture clay and quickly realized black clay does not transfer or reflect light. A friend suggested white porcelain, which catches light and transfers it wonderfully. I hung a black lamp over a porcelain vessel and found emotional resonance with the combination.I am a shining

Explore the wonders of nocturnal animals and the importance of protecting dark skies through hands-on crafts and family activities.The sun may be shining, but this week at the Lansdowne Farmers Market we’re celebrating the mysteries of the night!Join us for Save the Night, a family-friendly market day focused on nocturnal animals, nighttime ecosystems, and the importance of reducing light pollution to help protect wildlife and our night skies.This special event will feature:🦉 Activities all about nocturnal creatures🎨 Nature-inspired crafts and hands-on learning🎭 A special puppet show presented by the EAC🌙 Interactive opportunities to explore dark skies and nighttime habitats🛍 Fresh

For the whole family!Clay for Kids: To-go CupsJuly 11th | 🕓 10am - 11am Utility Works | 32 E Baltimore Ave, Lansdowne, PAJoin us at Utility Works Creative Community, and get hands-on with clay in this fun, kid-focused introduction to ceramics! In this single-session class, young artists will learn the basics of handbuilding with clay making to go cups!Pinch pots are an easy, approachable way to explore clay. Kids will start by shaping a basic form and, as their confidence grows, can choose to turn it into something more imaginative, like a bowl, cup, animal, or small sculpture.No prior experience

Spend the morning connecting with local organizations, and enjoying hands-on family fun including a vegetable-themed scavenger hunt.Join us at the Lansdowne Farmers Market for another joyful Community Day celebrating the people, organizations, and connections that make our neighborhood thrive!This family-friendly market day is all about community engagement, outdoor fun, and exploring the market together. Meet local groups, discover community resources, and enjoy interactive activities designed to keep kids curious, creative, and moving.This month’s featured activities include:🥕 A Vegetable Kids Scavenger Hunt throughout the market🎨 Hands-on crafts and creative activities🎶 Live music and community atmosphere🛍 Fresh produce, local makers, artists, and

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,

Over four weeks, young makers will learn sewing machine basics, pattern reading, fabric construction, and garment assembly.Ready to learn how to sew? This beginner-friendly workshop is designed for young makers who want to build confidence with a sewing machine while creating fun, wearable projects.Throughout this four-week course, students will be introduced to essential sewing skills, including machine setup and safety, stitching techniques, pattern tracing, fabric cutting, and garment construction. Participants will practice sewing fundamentals through guided exercises before applying their new skills to real projects.What Students Will LearnSewing machine parts, functions, and proper setupStraight stitching, curves, and sewing techniquesPattern tracing