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SUMMARY:Elkins Park Library Winter Seed Sowing
DESCRIPTION:Join Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership and Penn State Extension Master Gardeners to learn about the importance of native plants and how to grow them ourselves. Attendees will learn how to start seeds outside in containers\, protected from wildlife\, while also benefiting from the cold temperatures. This indoor workshop will include all supplies and you will be able to take home containers with seeds. \nRegistration Required. \nYou can register here.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/elkins-park-library-winter-seed-sowing/
LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County
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SUMMARY:Elkins Park Library Backyard Birding 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Ryan from Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed (TTF) for this bird-acious program! We’ll learn how to attract birds to your yard\, the basic things that birds need and how to provide them\, the best time of year to see different birds\, and how to identify some of the birds you may come across in your yard. Stay cozy this winter and watch nature from the comfort of your home! \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \nYou can register here.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/elkins-park-library-backyard-birding-101/
LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:What is a Watershed? Interactive Workshop with Artist Rebecca Schultz
DESCRIPTION:The Tookany/Tacony Frankford Watershed is partnering with local artist Rebecca Schultz for a multi-part educational program using arts and community science to learn about our watershed! During this first workshop\, participants will learn what a watershed is and how our watershed is connected to all of the other watersheds in the Delaware Basin–and the global water cycle. We will then work together to create a community watershed map! Families and all ages are welcome to join us for this exciting intersection of art and science. The PA Department of Environmental Protection generously funds this project. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/what-is-a-watershed-interactive-workshop-with-artist-rebecca-schultz/
LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Winter Seed Sowing at Elkins Park Free Library
DESCRIPTION:Learn about growing native perennials in this easy way to start seeds.  The native seeds are started outside in containers so they are protected from wildlife and benefit from the cold temperatures of winter. This free indoor workshop will include all supplies and instruction by a Penn State Extension Master Gardener. You will also take home containers with seeds! \nDo you know\, we’re using Bennett Compost’s eco-friendly soil\, which replaces harmful peat moss and mined minerals like vermiculite with sustainable rice hulls and coconut coir. These ingredients improve drainage\, create a light\, airy soil structure\, and support healthy root growth—all while being better for the planet! \nDon’t miss this opportunity to grow native plants and learn sustainable gardening practices. 🌿♻️ \nSpace is limited. Please Register Here \n~~~Español~~~\nAprenda a cultivar plantas perennes nativas de esta manera fácil de comenzar a sembrar. Las semillas nativas se siembran afuera en contenedores para que estén protegidas de la vida silvestre y se beneficien de las bajas temperaturas del invierno. ¡Este taller gratis incluirá todos los suministros e instrucciones de un maestro jardinero de Penn State. ¡Usted también se llevará a casa un contenedor con semillas! \nEspacio es limitado\, favor regístrese aquí
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/winter-seed-sowing-at-elkins-park-free-library/
LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Montgomery County,Nature Talks,Plantings
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SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Workshop at Elkins Park Free Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this FREE workshop on rain barrels\, and find out what you can do to better manage stormwater at home! \nRain barrels store rain to be released in drier weather\, helping our creeks by decreasing the impact of pollution and reducing demand on our stormwater system. Barrels also save you money because you’ll use less tap water. Use stored water for gardens and lawns\, or to wash your patio furniture and cars. \nLearn more about rain barrels at this workshop\, including installation tips. Please register here. \nQuestions? Contact Ryan at ryan@ttfwatershed.org or 215-744-1853.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/rain-barrel-workshop-at-elkins-park-free-library/
LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rain Check & Rain Barrel Workshops
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SUMMARY:BioBlitz in Elkins Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Ryan from TTF walks us through how we can use the iNaturalist app to learn more about the wildlife all around us. \nParticipate in a watershedwide effort to document wildlife. Bring your smart device as there will be a guided nature exploration where you can practice using the app. \nFirst we’ll meet at the library for a quick rundown of the project requirements\, then it’s off to High School Park! Learn how to document wildlife observations across the TTF Watershed. \nPlease register here. 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/bioblitz-in-elkins-park/
LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:BioBlitz
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are partnering with Penn State Extension Master Gardeners and Elkins Park Library to offer a free workshop on native plants and seed starting during the winter. Learn about growing native perennials in this easy way to start seeds. The native seeds are started outside in containers so they are protected from wildlife and benefit from the cold temperatures of winter. This indoor workshop will include all supplies and instruction by a Montgomery County Master Gardener. You will also take home containers with seeds! \nSpace is limited\, so please register here.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/seed-starting-workshop/
LOCATION:Elkins Park Free Library\, 563 Church Rd\, Elkins Park\, PA\, 19027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Partner Events
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