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Philly Maker Faire

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

Come see what Philly Makes! 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. Philly Maker Faire is a volunteer-organized, family-friendly celebration featuring local do-it-yourself science, art, robots, crafts, tech, music, hands-on-activities, and more.

Cassies Craft Coven and Cherry Street Pier Present: Eggy

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

Show of art celebrating the many themes of Spring, with a concentration on all things EGGThe Craft Coven is hosting our second annual EGGY art show in the Cherry Street Pier first floor gallery until April 30th 2025. Opening reception will take place on April 4th for First Friday.What is EGGY?The theme eggy can be interpreted in many ways. This show is meant to be a celebration of all that Spring holds for our community. There are images that we connect with this time of year: eggs, rabbits, flowers, raindrops, color palette of pastels, greens and pinks just for example.

Mapping Our Interconnectedness with Cara Judea Alhadeff

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

Join Cara for a dynamic workshop that will combine visual and oral storytelling, interactive activities and discussionJoin Cara for a dynamic workshop that will combine visual and oral storytelling, interactive activities and discussion.She'll highlight her work with her eco-art installation repurposed performance-based school bus tiny home and her book, Zazu Dreams, a cross-cultural, climate-justice book and animation.You can find out more about her work:https://www.carajudea.com/

Intro to Embroidery: Spring Sewing Sampler

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

Using a spectrum of basic to more involved sculptural stitches, practice on an embroidery hoop and a guided sewable pattern book. All ages Experience a portable lesson in a variety of important embroidery stitches. Create a sampler book using sewable tutorials and practice on an embroidery hoop. We will sew in Studio 16, tour the pier, and move outside next to the bridgescape on Cherry Street Pier. All materials included. All ages and abilities. Bonnie MacAllister iis going into her third year a a Resident Artist at Cherry Street Pier. Her studio practice involves interactive collaborative workshops demonstrating her studio

$25

Intro to Embroidery: Spring Sewing Sampler

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

Using a spectrum of basic to more involved sculptural stitches, practice on an embroidery hoop and a guided sewable pattern book. All agesExperience a portable lesson in a variety of important embroidery stitches. Create a sampler book using sewable tutorials and practice on an embroidery hoop. We will sew in Studio 16, tour the pier, and move outside next to the bridgescape on Cherry Street Pier. All materials included. All ages and abilities.Bonnie MacAllister iis going into her third year a a Resident Artist at Cherry Street Pier. Her studio practice involves interactive collaborative workshops demonstrating her studio practice of

Felting Fairies (3D and 2D fibers)

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

Design your own 2D or 3D felted fairy using fiber construction techniques including needle felting and sewing. All materials provided.Irish fairies are traditionally titled Aes Sídhe in gaelic or the Sidhe or Shee, which roughly translates as “the people of the mound.” In the spirit of the March 17 St. Patrick’s Day holiday, visitors are invited to create their own 2D and 3D fairies using needle felting, sewing, and a variety of fiber construction technique: methods including a standing figure or a flat frameable piece.Special guest teaching artist Jamie Campbell will demonstrate and guide participants through original 3D fairie construction.

Introduction to Nuno Felting: Create a Scarf

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

Learn how to transform farm sourced fibers into an original garment. All materials included. All ages and abilities encouraged.Nuno felting is the process of making a new textile by combining a loose weave fabric with a natural fiber such as farm sourced mohair from goats or merino wool from sheep. Visitors will learn how to create textures in layers and create imagery in surface design in this no sew process.Workshop by studio 16 resident artist Bonnie MacAllister, M.Ed. who has studied textiles while on Fulbright-Hays to Ethiopia and on residence in Iceland and Lyon, France.

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter Printmaking: First Friday at Cherry Street Pier

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

Stop by Cherry Street Pier anytime 5-7pm to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. The First Friday Artist & Artisan Market at Cherry Street Pier will feature other artists work & studios to visit, with food & drink available from CSP's vendors (JJ will actually be there from 4-9pm; come by anytime!). Register here to let us know to expect you! https://www.jjtiziou.net/events/event/copy-of-perimeter-printmaking-first-friday-at-cherry-street-pier-3/

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter Printmaking: First Friday at Cherry Street Pier

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

Stop by Cherry Street Pier anytime 5-7pm to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. The First Friday Artist & Artisan Market at Cherry Street Pier will feature other artists work & studios to visit, with food & drink available from CSP's vendors (JJ will actually be there from 4-9pm; come by anytime!). Register here to let us know to expect you! https://www.jjtiziou.net/events/event/copy-of-perimeter-printmaking-first-friday-at-cherry-street-pier-3/

Botanical Wall Hanging

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

Create an original wall hanging using botanical materials (wool and fibers optional). All materials provided and locally sourced.

Learn Botanical Dye Techniques: Create a Kerchief

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

Learn bundle dye and flower pounding surface techniques to create an original organic cotton kerchief headband (one size)Using fresh and dried flowers, create an original surface design using a variety of botanical printing technique.Flower pounding, also known as tataki zome, isan ancient Japanese technique that uses flowers and plants to create prints on fabric or paper. The process involves pounding flowers with a hammer to release their natural dyes onto the material.Workshop takes place on the second floor in Studio 16. Directions to Cherry Street Pier:: https://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

Walk Around Philadelphia Winter Walk Happy Hour & New Walker Orientation

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

Join us at Cherry St. Pier on Valentine's Day to join Walk Around Philadelphia in showing some love for the city! Enjoy a festive beverage, learn about the walk, and meet some of your fellow walkers. A brief orientation for new walkers will take place at 6pm. Food and drink should be available from Cherry St. Pier vendors. Walk Around Philadelphia t-shirts will be available for purchase as well (while sizes last). We'll be halfway through our circumnavigation of the city! Day 7 starts the next morning. You can sign up here for whatever segment fits your schedule.

Making Felted Soap

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

Using farm sourced wools, organic almond soap, and dried wildflowers, create original designs. All materials provided, all ages & abilities.Workshop participants will learn wet felting techniques using farm sourced wool, organic almond soap, and dried wildflower. Taught by Resident Artist Bonnie MacAllister in her heated studio on Cherry Street Pier.

Introduction to Nuno Felting: Create a Scarf

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

Workshop participants will learn wet felting techniques using farm sourced wool, organic almond soap, and dried wildflowers. Taught by Resident Artist Bonnie MacAllister in her studio on Cherry Street Pier. Bonnie promotes community fiber arts through year long workshops and encourages all ages and abilities to try a new fiber skill.

$35

Walk Around Philadelphia Winter Walk Kick-Off & New Walker Orientation

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

Join us at Cherry St. Pier to kick off the winter 2025 Walk Around Philadelphia season! Enjoy a festive beverage, learn about the walk, and meet some of your fellow walkers. A brief orientation for new walkers will take place at 6pm. Food and drink should be available from Cherry St. Pier vendors. Walk Around Philadelphia t-shirts will be available for purchase as well (while sizes last). Optional after-party across the street at Fringe Bar. The first segment of the walk season kicks off the next morning, as we set out to circumnavigate the entire city. You can sign up here

Botanical Printing: Design Cotton Kerchief Headband using Flowers

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

Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size. A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing. Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome. Directions: Check in to Studio 16 on 2nd floor https://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

$25

Botanical Printing: Design Cotton Kerchief Headband using Flowers

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

Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing.Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome. Directions: Check in to Studio 16 on 2nd floorhttps://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

Introduction to Nuno Felting: Create a Scarf

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

Learn how to transform farm sourced fibers into an original garment. All materials included. All ages and abilities encouraged.Nuno felting is the process of making a new textile by combining a loose weave fabric with a natural fiber such as farm sourced mohair from goats or merino wool from sheep. Visitors will learn how to create textures in layers and create imagery in surface design in this no sew process. Workshop by studio 16 resident artist Bonnie MacAllister, M.Ed. who has studied textiles while on Fulbright-Hays to Ethiopia and on residence in Iceland and Lyon, France.

Make Felted Soap

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

Using organic almond soap, participants will learn wet felting surface techniques using farm sourced fibers and wildflowers.Check in at Studio 16

Embroidery Portrait Workshop

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

Bring a reference photo from your phone or freehand drawing and learn how to transfer it into an original embroidery. All materials providedThis workshop takes place in Studio 16 at Cherry Street Pier. We will take time to embroider on the pier and enjoy the view. All ages and abilities encouraged.

Gab And Glue

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

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Amplifying the Undercurrent: Poetry & Essence-Making

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

A guided experimentation workshop on the process of essence-making utilizing flowers and the natural environment -- and poetry.A flower essence is an energetic medicine intended to replicate a portion of the essential nature of a plant in a clear bowl of water. What is the essence of a fire pit? What is the essence of a view of the bridge or the breeze over the water?A guided experimentation workshop on the process of essence-making utilizing flowers and the natural environment -- and poetry. The result will be physical essences that participants can both keep & share, and poetry on the

Gab And Glue

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

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Botanical Printing: Design Cotton Kerchief Headband using Flowers

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

Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.Learn fabric design using fresh and dried flowers to create your own wearable bandanna/kerchief/headband. One size.A bandana & headband hybrid! Keeps the sun off of the top of your head & keeps the hair out of your face. Enclosed elastic back. 100% cotton Jersey & sewn with cotton thread for perfect dyeing.Use fresh and dried flowers to create an original design. All abilities welcome. Directions: Check in to Studio 16 on 2nd floorhttps://www.cherrystreetpier.com/getting-here/

Embroidery Drop In

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

Learn how to transform a photo or drawing into a hand embroidery. All levels welcome and encouraged. All materials provided.Classes take place in studio 16 shd we will take time to stitch by the pier. Enjoy the pier concessions, visit the resident artists, and create your own original work of art.

A Night for Asheville

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

Come out to Cherry Street Pier on the night of Thursday, October 17th to help raise money for Cerfplus.org. Enjo happy hour specials and artI’m excited to invite you to A Night for Asheville, a special event to benefit CERF+ (The Crafters Emergency Fund) on Thursday, October 17, from 6-9 PM at Cherry Street Pier.Philadelphia’s local artists will be auctioning their work to provide crucial grant funding for artists in Asheville, NC, who lost their studios and artwork in the recent catastrophic flooding. As a fellow artist, I can’t imagine such a loss, and I’m proud to see the Philadelphia

Make Your Own LED Light Up Jellyfish

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

Participants will be guided through various techniques and unique materials to make their own LED light up 3-d jellyfish. The resulting applique is powered by a tiny battery pack and is perfect for tote bags, jacket backs, or wall hanging. Visiting Artist Jamie Campbell returns to Studio 16 at Cherry Street Pier. In July she exhibited. a giant remote controlled jellyfish made from recycled materials In the July exhibition Phantastic Phibers. She also created large scale goldfish puppets a the iconic paper mache and craft fur tuxedo cat that greeted visitors at the exhibition entrance and a collaborative display of

$35

Walk Around Philadelphia Find us at the Finish Line!

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

Join us at Cherry Street Pier to celebrate the completion of the 14th Walk Around Philadelphia! We'll have been walking all day completing the final segment of our 100+ mile circumnavigation of the entire city border, and we'll be delighted to see you at the finish line. Food & drink are available from CSP vendors NOTE: the actual arrival time of the day's walkers will be somewhat unpredictable; that's how it goes with this wild walking experience. We'll do our best to keep folks apprised of our ETA! Keep an eye out for folks in red Walk Around Philadelphia t-shirts and enjoy all that

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter map printmaking workshop @ Cherry Street Pier

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

Stop by Cherry Street Pier to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. It's free, quick and easy! While you're at it, you can visit some of the Cherry Street Pier's artist studios and enjoy concessions from the vendors in the beautiful riverside garden under the Ben Franklin Bridge.

The Purple Tour – Daybreaker

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

This election year, we’re bringing dance parties to polling places around the country for our biggest tour in Daybreaker history: 50 events in 15 states. When we return to Philly for the second time on this tour, we’re bringing the only party that matters. Uniting Red, Blue, and everything in between at Cherry St. Pier, a gorgeous reflection of Philadelphia today — creative, diverse, historic, adaptable, and inspired, for a celebration of unity and joyful remembrance that we have the power here. This is how we get the future we’re dreaming of — hand-in-hand, eye-to-eye. Let’s work together to get

$10 – $30

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter map printmaking workshop @ Cherry Street Pier

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

Stop by Cherry Street Pier to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. It's free, quick and easy! While you're at it, you can visit some of the Cherry Street Pier's artist studios and enjoy concessions from the vendors in the beautiful riverside garden under the Ben Franklin Bridge.

Gab And Glue

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

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter map printmaking workshop @ Cherry Street Pier

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

Stop by Cherry Street Pier to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. It's free, quick and easy! While you're at it, you can visit some of the Cherry Street Pier's artist studios and enjoy concessions from the vendors in the beautiful riverside garden under the Ben Franklin Bridge.

Walk Around Philadelphia Perimeter map printmaking workshop @ Cherry Street Pier

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

Stop by Cherry Street Pier to make your own unique hand-printed map of the Delaware River watershed & Philadelphia border. It's free, quick and easy! While you're at it, you can visit some of the Cherry Street Pier's artist studios and enjoy concessions from the vendors in the beautiful riverside garden under the Ben Franklin Bridge.

WALK AROUND PHILADELPHIA HAPPY HOUR @ CHERRY STREET PIER, TUESDAY 9/3

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

Join JJ Tiziou & Philadelphia perimeter-walkers for a Tuesday Fringe Festival happy hour on the city's edge w/ FREE LIVE MUSIC by West Philadelphia Orchestra (@WPObrass) ! Learn about the 100+ mile Walk Around Philadelphia adventure of circumnavigating the entire city perimeter while enjoying the beer garden at Cherry Street Pier. Sept 3, 5-7pm // 121 N Columbus Blvd. // Free

Free

FREE Tie Dyeing At Cherry Street Pier

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

Come out for a day of camp craft fun for the whole family!Sponsored by Cherry Street Pier, and hosted by Cassie of The Craft Coven, we will be offering a chance to dye your very own cotton t shirt! We will have shirts while supplies last so show up early if you know you want something to dye. Or come prepared with your own white cotton shirt and we'll provide everything else! Dyes can get a little messy so I suggest wearing clothes that you don't mind if they get some stray color.We will have some gloves available but may

Gab And Glue

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

Open Studio Collaging!Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host:Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio Art from Rosemont College (2008), where she unlocked her love of iconography, papermaking, bookmaking, and the pop art vibes of printmaking. Since receiving a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Drexel University, she has been inspired by Philly’s arts & culture scene

Gab n’ Glue: Collage Studio Time

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

This is open studio time to explore the craft of collage. You will have access to the Coven’s collage supplies or bring your own project!::This should be a description of what people can expect for the event, and a blurb about you as the host:::Here are the supplies we have at the Coven:Glue sticksMod Podge*BladesScissorsCutting MatsClippings & MagazinesMixed media paper & other background bases*you will need to supply cups and brushes for Mod PodgeAbout your Host: Jamie DeAngelis is an official SoulCollage® Facilitator and Philadelphia-based mixed-media artist who creates vibrant works with second-hand materials. She received a Bachelor of Studio

Craft Circle

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

Bring a craft and meet some new people!Come hang out in the shade with your fellow crafters! Bring whatever you're working on these days, whether it's knitting, sewing, crochet, jewelry, drawing, sketching, or some fun new craft we've never heard of. Message me if you're interested in learning any particular craft! I can bring some supplies. I'll also have some yarn and hooks for anyone who wants to learn to crochet. In case of rain, we'll meet indoors either on the first floor open space or on the second floor in studio 14. About your Host:Rosie is on a mission

Drop in and Dye: Plant Based Natural Dye

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

Register to drop in during the open hours to work with both plant based immersion dyeing and bundle dyeing. Materials included. $25Register to drop in during the open hours to work with both plant based immersion dyeing and bundle dyeing. All dye materials and 16 x 16 cotton textile provided. $25You should budget 1-2 hours during the open hours depending upon your dye goals. Additional textile surfaces and dye kits available a la carte. Bring your own jars to take home dye liquids.Studio 16 at Cherry Street PierSecond floor Questions: phantasticphibers@gmail.com

Weave Your Very Own Reed Basket

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

Using nothing but reeds, cane and wood handles we will construct our own baskets.With instructor Cassie Jones we will be construction baskets using nothing but lengths of dry reeds and wooden handles. Meet up at Cassie's studio 14 on the second floor of Cherry Street Studio and we will pick out our materials and discuss the process of weaving three dimensionally. Depending on the weather we can take our basket materials and buckets of water to assemble our projects outside in the garden area, or across the way at Race Street Pier.The Location: This event is held at The Craft

Craft Coven Yard Sale

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

This is how crafty people do a yard saleCome out to shop, support and keep valuable items out of landfills! The Craft Coven is hosting it's very first Crafty Yard Sale. We will have tables filled to the brim with fabrics, yarns, stamps, tools and books etc. priced to sell and ready for your next big project. All coven sales will go towards offering low cost events available to the public. Our goal of this event is to raise enough funds to purchase the aprons and easels we need to start offering painting classes at the pier. If we raise

Phantastic Phibers Opening Reception

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

Opening reception for exhibition running July 5-28. Cherry Street Pier Resident Bonnie MacAllister (Studio 16) juried an open call to find fellow Philly artists working in non-traditional fibers. Phantastic Phibers creates an atmosphere of industrial, fiber optic, hyperbolic, puppetry, soft sculpture, no waste weaving, and non traditional textiles. The exhibition transports the pier into a nautilus full of suspended materials including recycled electronics and bicycle parts, a nine foot tunnel, a series of birds, a cursed sweater, a quilt poem, enormous weavings, a tower of electrical cord baskets, giant fish, deconstructed silks, and sea monsters. Two and three dimensional work

Free

Make Your Own Watercolors

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

Using soil and natural materials we will make our own watercolor paints!I was shocked when I learned that acrylic and oil paints are made out of plastics. I knew there had to be a way to create paints that were conducive to my health and belief systems. I mean, people did it before there were plastics, right? So ten years ago, I embarked on a journey to learn everything I could about pigments and dyes. And, I want to share it with you.Join me for the Make Your Own Watercolors workshop, where we will learn how to make every color

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

WALK THE CITY’S EDGE: CHERRY STREET PIER TOWARDS GRAFFITI PIER

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

Join artist & Walk Around Philadelphia organizer JJ Tiziou to walk a short segment of the city’s perimeter from Cherry Street Pier past Penn Treaty Park and towards Graffiti Pier. This is a 2-3 hour / 5-6 mile out & back experience and will proceed in any weather. After the walk we can continue the conversation at Cherry Street Pier’s beer garden if you’d like! Learn more & RSVP at http://www.WalkAroundPhiladelphia.org

Free

Weave Your Very Own Reed Basket

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

Using nothing but reeds, cane and wood handles we will construct our own baskets. We'll even have the opportunity to use dyed materials!With instructor Cassie Jones we will be construction baskets using nothing but lengths of dry reeds and wooden handles. You may even get the opportunity to use hand dyed reeds to incorperate into your personal basket. Meet up at Cassie's studio 14 on the second floor of Cherry Street Studio and we will pick out our materials and discuss the process of weaving three dimensionally. Depending on the weather we will take our basket materials and buckets of

Natural Botanical Dye with Wildflowers (Mothers Day Weekend)

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

Learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants. Create an organic textile . All plant based materials included.Bundle dye with wildflowers and natural botanicals. All materials included. Organic cotton fabric makes this vegan friendly. Size 16" v 16". Workshop is on second floor in studio 16 of Cherry St Pier. Visit the other artist studios. Food and drink trucks available on the pier.This is drop in so please budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12-4. You do not have to stay 12-4 , but these are the times available fot you to drop in. Registratiion ensures

Natural Botanical Dye with Wildflowers (Mothers Day Weekend)

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

Learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants. Create an organic textile . All plant based materials included.Bundle dye with wildflowers and natural botanicals. All materials included. Organic cotton fabric makes this vegan friendly. Size 16" v 16". Workshop is on second floor in studio 16 of Cherry St Pier. Visit the other artist studios. Food and drink trucks available on the pier.This is drop in so please budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12-4. You do not have to stay 12-4 , but these are the times available fot you to drop in. Registratiion ensures

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

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