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Memory Bear Making Workshop with THE COLORG at EcoFair

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

THECOLORG's Memory Bear Making Workshop is a soft experience where participants will learn how to hand sew a simple special teddy bear.Join THECOLORG at EcoFair for a Memory Bear Making Workshop! This is a soft experience where participants will learn how to hand sew a simple special teddy bear using clothes, garments, or scraps that hold sentimental value to them.The goal for this workshop to to create a welcoming and inclusive space where individuals of all ages can come together to share their stories and memories through this hands-on activity. By repurposing cherished clothing items into a cuddly handmade teddy

Green Philly EcoFair

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Embark on an immersive journey into sustainability at EcoFair, Green Philly's inaugural family-friendly event showcasing the region's eco-resources and initiatives driving positive change in our region. From captivating storytelling sessions to thought-provoking flash talks and panel discussions, EcoFair promises a day packed with eye-opening insights and actionable ideas. Enjoy: -Inspiring and educational programming featuring panels, storytelling and speakers -Art activations by Walls for Justice -Sustainable Marketplace: Shop eco-alternatives for your home and life from local makers and businesses. Also, discover how to take action and get involved with local nonprofits. -Meet and network with other sustainably-minded friends. -Enjoy the Delaware

Free

Philadelphia Maker Faire

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects.

$6 – $24

Craft Coven Open Studio Time

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Intro to Sheet Casting and Pulp Painting with Paper Think Tank

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The goal of this skill-share is to learn and connect through the process of papermaking.As a skill-share rooted in the healing power of papermaking, this program will be an extension of the work that we do at Paper Think Tank, a handmade papermaking studio housed at Brandywine Workshop and Archive (BWA). Through the transformative process of papermaking, we can facilitate an experience that will build community and resilience by sharing our knowledge about the endless possibilities of natural materials in an accessible way through the exploration of paper made from invasive plants, old clothing and repurposed material. The goal of

Craft Coven Open Studio Time

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Open Studio: Office Hours Edition!

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come, sit, write, talk and meet some new people!Krystle Griffin, who runs the Craft Coven’s monthly poetry workshops every second Wednesday of the month at Starr Garden, will be holding in person Office Hours at Cherry Street Pier. This will be a sort of sit and write where people can come and work on whatever they’re writing currently. Only this one won’t be silent. General discussion and workshopping pieces is highly encouraged. As well as Krystle will have guided prompt writing for anyone who would like. She is also open to help with editing, feedback, whatever you may need. All

Open Studio: Office Hours Edition!

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come, sit, write, talk and meet some new people!Krystle Griffin, who runs the Craft Coven’s monthly poetry workshops every second Wednesday of the month at Starr Garden, will be holding in person Office Hours at Cherry Street Pier. This will be a sort of sit and write where people can come and work on whatever they’re writing currently. Only this one won’t be silent. General discussion and workshopping pieces is highly encouraged. As well as Krystle will have guided prompt writing for anyone who would like. She is also open to help with editing, feedback, whatever you may need. All

Craft Coven Open Studio Time

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Stitch In! Drop by for Custom Chain Stitching On the Spot!

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come by Studio 14 this Friday and I'll be in the studio with my chainstitch machine ready to add some special additions to your wardrobe!In studio 14 Cassie's Craft Coven is also the home of Cassie's patch design center. Using an old school chainstitch machine designed in 1904 you can have one of these images stitched direct to any basic woven garment. The specifics:-Can only stitch on single layer woven fabrics and denim(For knits you may have the option to leave your garment with me to stitch later if interfacing is necessary)-We will have a handful of button downs available

Zero-waste Weaving: Wall Hangings

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for an afternoon of up-cycling yarn, scraps, and nontraditional materials into a beautiful woven wall hanging!Do you have lots of yarn and fabric scraps lying around that you don’t want to toss but are not sure what to do with? Curious about weaving but not sure where to start? Join us for an afternoon of upcycling those scraps into a beautiful woven wall hanging! In this 3-hour workshop you will learn the basics of hand weaving and will get to create a unique wall hanging to take home. We will explore different options for loom weaving, and you

Upcycled Handmade Books at Cherry Street Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Using old books and specialty paper we'll sew our own handmade books!Join us for an evening up taking apart and putting back together! We will repurpose old books, cereal boxes, and cardboard combined with specialty binding techniques. You can bring your own paper if you'd like to customize your book into a lined notebook, or if you have pieces that you want to incorperate into your book. Our finished books will act more as sketchbooks or artist books (unless you want to add the lines yourself?!)The logistics: Everyone signing up will have the opportunity to make their own book and

Mixed Media Mayem

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Collage Artist and Craft Coven Lead Witch Jamie DeAngelis showing her work!Jamie DeAngelis presents Mixed Media Mayhem: a 2-day art show and sale at Studio 15 in Cherry Street Pier on January 20-21 from Noon-7pm.. Explore mixed media pieces created by Jamie while streaming as TheTealAppeal on Twitch.Tv and hosting open studio workshops at Cassie’s Craft Coven. Find original works, prints, stickers, and other exciting items at prices that fit your budget.Cassie Jones will host a workshop on Sunday, January 21 at Cassie’s Craft Coven in Studio 14 inspired by Jamie’s subject matter and techniques. Stay tuned on The Craft

Craft Coven Open Studio Time

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come out and use our crafty space to make some stuff. Use our tools or your own and come craft with other creatives.The Craft Coven is now offering Open Studio time at our Cherry Street Pier studio space. We have this space, so we want to see it getting used! Through workshop sales, donations and volunteer artists we are able to occupy a space on the second floor of The Cherry Street Pier in studio 14. We'd love to see you come out and use our space and/or supplies to get your creative juices flowing :-D Some sessions will be

Open Studio: Office Hours Edition!

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come, sit, write, talk and meet some new people!Krystle Griffin, who runs the Craft Coven’s monthly poetry workshops every second Wednesday of the month at Starr Garden, will be holding in person Office Hours at Cherry Street Pier. This will be a sort of sit and write where people can come and work on whatever they’re writing currently. Only this one won’t be silent. General discussion and workshopping pieces is highly encouraged. As well as Krystle will have guided prompt writing for anyone who would like. She is also open to help with editing, feedback, whatever you may need. All

20/20 Photo Festival

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This year’s 20/20 Photo Festival explores how The Natural World influences a photographer’s vision through exhibitions, artist talks, a photo book fair, workshops, and more.  Guests can enjoy a full day of free events sponsored by Unique Photo, featuring programming by partners at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Amie Potsic Art Advisory, Gravy Studio, Inliquid, Second State Press, The Halide Project, The Print Center and TILT Institute for the Contemporary Image. Learn more about the festival by visiting www.2020photofestival.org. Know Before You Go Review our parking and directions information before your next visit. Review the hours and menus

Walk Around Philadelphia Exhibit Happy Hours

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join walk organizer JJ Tiziou for happy hour at Cherry Street Pier to check out the 2023 Walk Around Philadelphia installation and learn more about the walk. This exhibit features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s border on foot. Libations and refreshments will be available for sale via the Cherry Street Pier vendors. For itineraries and registration for actual walk segments visit https://www.jjtiziou.net/project/walk-around-philadelphia/

Free

Walk Around Philadelphia Exhibit Happy Hours

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join walk organizer JJ Tiziou for happy hour at Cherry Street Pier to check out the 2023 Walk Around Philadelphia installation and learn more about the walk. This exhibit features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s border on foot. Libations and refreshments will be available for sale via the Cherry Street Pier vendors. For itineraries and registration for actual walk segments visit https://www.jjtiziou.net/project/walk-around-philadelphia/

Free

Walk Around Philadelphia Exhibit Happy Hours

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join walk organizer JJ Tiziou for happy hour at Cherry Street Pier to check out the 2023 Walk Around Philadelphia installation and learn more about the walk. This exhibit features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s border on foot. Libations and refreshments will be available for sale via the Cherry Street Pier vendors. For itineraries and registration for actual walk segments visit https://www.jjtiziou.net/project/walk-around-philadelphia/

Free

Made In PHL

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Discover Philly's Best Music, ArtIsan, and Small Business Shopping at Made In PHL.Calling all enthusiasts of local vendors, artists, vintage goods, food trucks, music, and more! Join us at Made In PHL.12pm-7pm Live More Marketplace Shop for handmade crafts, wellness products, vintage clothing and goods, unique art pieces, and one-of-a-kind products. Savor delicious eats from food trucks, and sip on a wide range of drink options in our inviting beer garden. 4pm-7pm Fresh Vibes Open MicGroove to the sounds of feel good music during the Fresh Vibes Open Mic. Listen to Philly's top DJs, singers, poets, and performers. If you

Walk Around Philadelphia Exhibit Happy Hours

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join walk organizer JJ Tiziou for happy hour at Cherry Street Pier to check out the 2023 Walk Around Philadelphia installation and learn more about the walk. This exhibit features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s border on foot. Libations and refreshments will be available for sale via the Cherry Street Pier vendors. For itineraries and registration for actual walk segments visit https://www.jjtiziou.net/project/walk-around-philadelphia/

Free

Lapidary Info Sesh

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Look at some rocks and learn about how you can utilize them in your own creative practices.I hope to establish the Philadelphia Lapidary society, because I love cutting rocks, but I don’t know anybody else who does this, and I desperately need to share the joy that this art form brings me. At the initial meeting, I hope to talk with folks about what they feel the group should look like, lay some ground rules for equipment sharing and general courtesy, and do some hands-on instruction with folks about cutting and polishing minerals! My hope is that the org will

Walk Around Philadelphia Exhibit Happy Hours

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join walk organizer JJ Tiziou for happy hour at Cherry Street Pier to check out the 2023 Walk Around Philadelphia installation and learn more about the walk. This exhibit features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s border on foot. Libations and refreshments will be available for sale via the Cherry Street Pier vendors. For itineraries and registration for actual walk segments visit https://www.jjtiziou.net/project/walk-around-philadelphia/

Free

Block Printing Workshop

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come learn the tradition of block printing in honor of the Fashion Revolution movement!Join Fair Trade Philadelphia for a fun-filled afternoon to learn about the history of block printing and to try your hand at it! The workshop will take place at Cherry Street Pier and will be led by Ritu Jadwani, fair trade educator and founder of Namaste NYC, and facilitated by the Fair Trade Philadelphia Steering Committee.Bring your own garment, bag, fabric and/or paper to print on, and we will supply the ink and blocks! A limited supply of jute reusable bags will be available and stock cards

Live More Marketplace

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Discover Philly's Best Food, Music, Art, and Shopping at the Live More Marketplace happening at Cherry Street Pier.Calling all enthusiasts of local vendors, artists, vintage goods, food trucks, and more! Join us at Live More Marketplace.Shop for handmade crafts, wellness products, vintage clothing and goods, unique art pieces, and one-of-a-kind products.Groove to the beats of Philly's top DJs, savor delicious eats from food trucks, and sip on a wide range of drink options in our inviting beer garden. This family and dog-friendly event with fun for everyone.Mark your calendar and get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of

Walk Around Philadelphia : 2023 Exhibit @ Cherry St Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This exhibit features images from the city’s edge created by artists who’ve set out to explore the city’s border on foot. Since 2016, Walk Around Philadelphia has evolved into a citywide public program that has facilitated the exploration of the city’s furthest (and wildest) margins for hundreds of Philadelphians. Walk Around Philadelphia creates cultural events that bring people together in shared experiences that connect them to their own bodies, their neighbors, and the landscape of Philadelphia. Through facilitated walks, exhibitions and narrative storytelling, the project uses the structure of exploring the city’s perimeter to engage with themes of borders and

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Live More Marketplace

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Discover Philly's Best Food, Music, Art, and Shopping at Live More Marketplace.Live More Marketplace invites you to shop with makers and artists at our monthly marketplace in Philadelphia's landmark venue, Cherry Street Pier. View works on display by resident artists and enjoy food and drinks from the Cherry Street Pier Beer Garden.Share with your friends and family and let's celebrate Philly together.Hosted by Walls For Justice and Live24HRSFor partnership and sponsorship information email us at livemoreusa@gmail.comIf you would like to be a vendor, fill out this vendor application today.

Liberty Flea at Cherry Street Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Liberty Flea is a collection of the top Vintage and Artisan vendors in the Philadelphia area. This is the place to shop for antiques, home decor, furniture, vintage clothing, and hand made artisan goods! Come out Saturday and Sunday May 27th and 28th at the Cherry Street Pier from 10AM to 5PM. Shop for your back to school wardrobe with our vintage clothing vendors, discover new and unusual decor for your home and shop for artisan goods made here in Philly you can't find anywhere else! Happens on the following Dates: May 27, 2023, 10:00am to 5:00pm EDT May 28,

Free

Live More Marketplace: Earth Day & Community Edition

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A day filled with music, food, and art exhibits alongside small businesses and community organizations at the Live More Marketplace.Join us as we bring together small businesses, artisans, and community organizations to celebrate and promote sustainable living during Earth Day weekend. Learn about ways to support local non-profit organizations that are working towards uplifting our community. Discover a diverse range of handmade and locally sourced goods, from jewelry and accessories to home decor and artwork. Meet the talented artisans and makers behind these products, and learn more about their stories and inspirations.If you would like to be a vendor, fill

Freshwater Talks: How Cultural Behaviors Endanger Mussel Species

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Hear from artists, scientists, historians for perspectives on the Freshwater exhibition.In the 19th century the pearl button industry obliterated freshwater mussel populations in the midwest, while in the northeast industrial pollution poisoned the Delaware River for a generation. Drawing on material histories and conservation science, Freshwater is a reflection on the compounding effects of industrial waste and overconsumption. This talk takes a look at how industrial waste and cultural behaviors such as overconsumption endanger the health of the Delaware River watershed. Speakers include Paul Callomon, Collection Manager at The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and Billy Dufala, co-founder