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SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at the Woodlands Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:For this one-hour outing\, we will meet at noon at the Woodlands Cemetery just inside the entrance located at 4000 Woodland Ave.\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.948841\, -75.203056). \nAccess Features\nSurface/Terrain: The site landscape is made up of two miles of paved roads\, as well as brick paths\, and grass.\nPublic Bathroom: One ADA restroom is located at the Northeast corner of the Stable. The door is unmarked\, and there is a black wedge ramp at the entrance.\nThe area is partly shady with ample tree coverage and open canopy areas.\nParking: Parking is available along the paved roads throughout the cemetery and near the Meadow.\nPublic Transportation: The Woodlands is directly across the street from the 40th Street Trolley Portal serving the T2\, T3\, T4\, T5 trolleys and Route 30 bus.\nWeather: If it is actively raining or snowing\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-the-woodlands-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:The Woodlands\, 4000 Woodland Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:21+,Adults,Arts & Performance,Bird Walks,Community Events,family and kid friendly,Food & Drink,Nature & Community Science
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SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at Bartram's Garden
DESCRIPTION:For this one-hour outing\, we will meet at the parking lot of Bartram’s Garden at 5400 Lindbergh Blvd.\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.93331984947214\, -75.21147517369884). This location features an annual painted bunting that has visited the park the past three Januarys. Dress warm – we will aim to stick to the paved paths of the meadow where the bird(s) have been frequently seen in previous years. \nAccess Features \nSurface/Terrain: Paved trail from Upper Meadow parking loop. Some grass mowed paths that cut through the meadow\, but we will aim to stick to the paved paths of the meadow.\nPublic Bathrooms: Wheelchair-accessible (no automated doors); Divided by gender; Multiple stalls.\nParking: Use the entrance at 51st St.\, the parking lot has two van accessible parking spots.\nPublic Transportation: The #36 SEPTA trolley stops at the Bartram’s Garden main entrance at 54th Street and Lindbergh Boulevard.\nWeather: If it is actively raining\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-bartrams-garden/
LOCATION:Bartram’s Garden\, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Bird Walks,Birding,Family-friendly,Health in Nature,Nature & Community Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T120000
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SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at The Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:For this one-hour outing\, we will meet at the parking lot of the Discovery Center at 3401 Reservoir Dr.\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.98197397151752\, -75.1915637320782). This location features an indoor space excellent for viewing ducks and other waterfowl on the reservoir. \nAccess Features:\nSurface/Terrain: The paved walkway up to the entrance is ADA accessible. The trail is wide and grass covered\, with a section of mulch at the beginning of the trail and a somewhat steep entrance. The trail is flat otherwise\, but there may be tree roots and other natural items on the path. The water walk has a lip of 1 to 2 inches from the ground to the dock ramp and one step.\nPublic Bathrooms and water fountains located inside the center.\nThe area features an indoor heated space and trail that hugs the reservoir.\nParking: The parking lot is gravel\, with two van accessible parking spots.\nPublic Transportation: Route 32 Bus: 33rd St. and Oxford St. (4 minute walk; 0.2 miles); Route 3 Bus: 33rd St. and Cecil B. Moore Ave. (5 minute walk; 0.3 miles)\nWeather: If it is actively raining\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-the-discovery-center/
LOCATION:The Discovery Center\, 3401 Reservoir Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Birding,Family-friendly,Nature & Community Science
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SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at the Woodlands Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon\, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. \nNature at Noon is designed to bring joy\, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility\, biodiversity\, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science\, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club\, Feminist Bird Club\, Philly Queer Birders\, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series\, Nature at Noon is for everyone — no experience needed\, just curiosity and a desire to step outside. \nFor this one-hour outing\, we will meet at noon at the Woodlands Cemetery just inside the entrance located at 4000 Woodland Ave.\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.948841\, -75.203056). \nRegister here: https://28261.blackbaudhosting.com/28261/Nature-At-Noon-Woodlands-Cemetary-1030 \nAccess Features:\nSurface/Terrain: The site landscape is made up of two miles of paved roads\, as well as brick paths\, and grass.\nPublic Bathroom: One ADA restroom is located at the Northeast corner of the Stable. The door is unmarked\, and there is a black wedge ramp at the entrance.\nThe area is partly shady with ample tree coverage and open canopy areas.\nParking: Parking is available along the paved roads throughout the cemetery and near the Meadow.\nPublic Transportation: The Woodlands is directly across the street from the 40th Street Trolley Portal serving the T2\, T3\, T4\, T5 trolleys and Route 30 bus.\nWeather: If it is actively raining\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm. \nEveryone is welcome — come as you are! We invite people of all backgrounds and abilities to join us\, including disabled and neurodivergent nature-lovers and their support people. We will move at a pace that honors the needs of the group and invite you to share any access needs in advance so we can make your experience as enjoyable as possible. \nWe’ll use apps like iNaturalist and Merlin Bird ID to help identify the park’s biodiversity\, and we encourage you to download the apps prior to the event\, but it is not required. We will help you to navigate these tools if they are new for you. While we won’t explore every corner of the park or encounter every species\, we will focus on some standout wildlife sure to spark your curiosity and wonder. Free Library birding backpacks and binoculars will be made available to everyone as supplies allow.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-the-woodlands-cemetery/
LOCATION:The Woodlands\, 4000 Woodland Ave\, Philadelphia
CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Bird Walks,Birding,Family-friendly,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at Rittenhouse Square
DESCRIPTION:Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon\, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. \nNature at Noon is designed to bring joy\, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility\, biodiversity\, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science\, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club\, Feminist Bird Club\, Philly Queer Birders\, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series\, Nature at Noon is for everyone — no experience needed\, just curiosity and a desire to step outside. \nFor this one-hour outing\, we will meet at noon at the Rittenhouse Square entrance located at 19th and Walnut St\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.9501253\, -75.1723100). \nAccess Features:\nSurface/Terrain: The park surface is composed of sidewalk\, brick pathways\, looser brick sections near the center of the square and grassy areas. The area is level with no elevations or slopes.\nPublic Bathroom: As there are no public bathrooms in the park\, it is recommended that you use the bathroom before arrival.\nThe area is shady and offers ample benches.\nParking: 1845 Walnut St. (Philadelphia Parking Lot). Street parking is available.\nPublic Transportation: Bus Routes 9\, 12\, 21\, and 42\nWeather: If it is actively raining\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm. \nEveryone is welcome — come as you are! We invite people of all backgrounds and abilities to join us\, including disabled and neurodivergent nature-lovers and their support people. We will move at a pace that honors the needs of the group and invite you to share any access needs in advance so we can make your experience as enjoyable as possible. \nWe’ll use apps like iNaturalist and Merlin Bird ID to help identify the park’s biodiversity\, and we encourage you to download the apps prior to the event\, but it is not required. We will help you to navigate these tools if they are new for you. While we won’t explore every corner of the park or encounter every species\, we will focus on some standout wildlife sure to spark your curiosity and wonder. Free Library birding backpacks and binoculars will be made available to everyone as supplies allow.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-rittenhouse-square/
LOCATION:Rittenhouse Square\, 1800 Walnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Bird Walks,Birding,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walk,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T120000
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SUMMARY:Nature at Noon at Independence Square Park
DESCRIPTION:Take a break from your desk and reconnect with the natural world — right in the middle of your workday. Join us for Nature at Noon\, a new series of accessible lunchtime nature outings in and around Center City Philadelphia. \nNature at Noon is designed to bring joy\, inclusion and curiosity to your lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility\, biodiversity\, safety and connection — with programming that bridges science\, art and community. Inspired by the work of In Color Birding Club\, Feminist Bird Club\, Philly Queer Birders\, PCAS Adaptive Birders and Disability Pride PA’s Outdoors for Everyone series\, Nature at Noon is for everyone — no experience needed\, just curiosity and a desire to step outside. \nRegister here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/2d4ce6fb535d4755b2b6420c7a5761f3 \nMore About Nature at Noon \nFor this one-hour outing\, we will meet at noon at the Independence Square entrance located at 6th and Walnut St\, or you can plug this location into your map (39.94784288648425\, -75.15093314380759). \nAccess Features:\nSurface/Terrain: The park surface is composed of sidewalk\, brick pathways\, looser brick sections and grassy areas. The area is level with no elevations or slopes.\nPublic Bathroom: As there are no public bathrooms in the park\, it is recommended that you use the bathroom before arrival\, or use the bathroom at Independence Branch Free Library at 18 S 7th St.\nThe area is shady and offers ample benches.\nParking: Street parking is available.\nPublic Transportation: Bus Routes 21\, 42\nWeather: If it is actively raining\, we will postpone or cancel the event. Please check our Facebook event listing by 11 a.m. on event day to confirm.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/nature-at-noon-at-independence-square-park/
LOCATION:Independence Square Park\, 6th St. and Walnut St. NE Corner\, Philadelphia\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Event,Bird Walks,Birding,Nature & Community Science,Nature Walk,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T193000
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CREATED:20250528T195135Z
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SUMMARY:Stemming the Tide: How Philly Is Preparing for Floods in a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 25\, 2025 \n6:00 PM-7:30 PM \nJoin us for the next Academy Town Square\, as WHYY’s Maiken Scott moderates a powerful conversation with city officials and community organizers working together to build neighborhood-level resilience plans to tackle urban flash flooding. \nLearn how grassroots and institutional efforts are converging to protect communities like Germantown — now among the most vulnerable in the nation to urban flash flooding — from the growing impacts of climate change. The conversation will invite audiences into Philadelphia’s historic watersheds to explore how the city’s past informs its future and how stakeholders like you can help address a climate challenge over 150 years in the making. \nRegister for Stemming the Tide \nSchedule of Events: \n6 p.m. Learn more about Flooding at Science Live \n6:30 p.m. Panel discussion moderated by WHYY’s Maiken Scott\, featuring Abby Sullivan from the City of Philadelphia\, Maura Jarvis from the US Water Alliance\, and Marie-Monique Marthol of Germantown Residents for Economic Alternatives Together \nThis program is presented in conjunction with Living Within the Watershed: Enduring Floods in Germantown\, currently on view in the Academy’s Spotlight Gallery. \nLearn more about Academy Town Square
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/stemming-the-tide-how-philly-is-preparing-for-floods-in-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University\, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T220000
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SUMMARY:Black Excellence In Birding
DESCRIPTION:Join the Academy of Natural Sciences for Black Excellence in Birding: An Evening With Christian Cooper\, the culminating event of Black Birders Week 2024! At this annual black-tie gala\, and fledgling sneaker ball\, meet science writer and editor Christian Cooper\, hear stories of his experiences as a birdwatcher and author\, and find out how the Central Park Birdwatching incident of 2020 changed the landscape for Black birders throughout the country. Find your Flock as we spotlight members of local birdwatching groups\,  explore specimens from our world-class Ornithology Collection and traipse through the rainforest in the Under the Canopy exhibit. Fluff up your plumage for a feathery date night or get your flyest sneakers (see what we did there) and pair them with fancy threads to show out that evening at what is becoming Philadelphia’s newest sneaker ball. Simply sip cocktails and savor delicious appetizers as you enjoy good conversation with fellow Black birders.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/black-excellence-in-birding/
LOCATION:The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University\, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding
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