Germantown Community Events Calendar

Hosted by Awbury Arboretum Description (from host) Awbury’s 56-acre landscape tucked away in Germantown is a serene escape from the fast pace of the city of Philadelphia. Join us on our Wellness Walks and immerse yourself in nature as we take a moderately paced stroll through gardens, woodlands, roam around the farm, and our ponds and meadows. Join us Monday’s & Thursday’s from 7:00 am – 8:00 am at The Farm at Awbury for our Wellness Walks led by wellness…

Join the School District of Philadelphia!Come learn about exciting job opportunities at our upcoming Information Session hosted by PA CareerLink® Philadelphia. Wednesday, April 16 10 AM – 2 PM (Digital intake begins at 9 AM) PA CareerLink® Northwest, 5847 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144 Starting at $17/hr + great benefits PFT union positions availableMinimum: HS diploma, solid communication & computer skills Learn how you can make a difference in education. For more info: bturner@pacareerlinkphl.org

Hosted by d'griot Description (from host) Come to this free weekly virtual healing session in group format for folks needing support in their story. Transforming the old to the new. blew will support next steps to get unstuck and free toward your goals personally and professionally. Bring your tea, share if you will, listen and learn from community conversation. More about blew: blew is a black woman, mother, artist, entrepruner, and alligned-being advocate. From orphaned to owning multiple community based businesses…

Description (from host) Fiber artists are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting and conversation with fellow artists. All skill levels are welcome. Assistance with knitting and sewing will be provided, and we have a sewing machine to use. Some supplies will be available. We'll be meeting from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., most Wednesdays.

A knowledge & skill-building series of presentations and workshops for neighbors who want to support low-income affordable housing and Beloved Community in Germantown.

2026 PRE-GAME #3: FOR THE RESIDENTS Germantown 250 is built by the people, for the people—and this next session is for you, the residents. Your voice, your insight, and your lived experience are critical to how we shape what Germantown becomes in 2026 and beyond. At this Pre-Game, we’ll: Break down how Germantown 250 directly impacts residents Create space to voice concerns, ideas, and hopes Share tools for community organizing, resource-building, and long-term power Whether you’re a homeowner, renter,…

Hosted by Awbury Arboretum Description (from host) Awbury’s 56-acre landscape tucked away in Germantown is a serene escape from the fast pace of the city of Philadelphia. Join us on our Wellness Walks and immerse yourself in nature as we take a moderately paced stroll through gardens, woodlands, roam around the farm, and our ponds and meadows. Join us Monday’s & Thursday’s from 7:00 am – 8:00 am at The Farm at Awbury for our Wellness Walks led by wellness…

Poetry reading fundraiser featuring original poetry from Ariel Monroe’s first book, Liminal Illumination: A Short Book of Intentional Poetry. The evening will include powerful readings by inspirational women from Ariel’s world, interwoven with live electric violin music by Melinda Rice. The event also features a brief artist talk, a Q&A session, a small bite potluck, and soda can stomping with vibrant violin music to release and transform energy. The space will foster community, processing, and creative transmutation. This…

You are invited to Collective Vernal ReclamationThursday, April 17th 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Poetry reading fundraiser featuring original poetry from Ariel Monroe’s first book, Liminal Illumination: A Short Book of Intentional Poetry. The evening will include powerful readings by inspirational women from Ariel’s world, interwoven with live electric violin music by Melinda Rice. The event also features a brief artist talk, a Q&A session, a small bite potluck, and soda can stomping with vibrant violin music to…

Every Friday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am, St. Luke's Church opens its doors for our Food Pantry. Come and collect groceries to support you and your family. Let’s build a stronger community together!

Get ready for some springtime fun at the Maplewood Community Easter Egg Hunt on April 19th, from 10 AM to 3 PM! Enjoy a day filled with exciting activities for the kids, delicious food vendors, a thrilling egg hunt, and a chance to win big in our raffle. Don’t miss out on this egg-cellent community event!*Non food vendors are welcome to register! We are no longer accepting food vendors.*

Free event for kids as part of our "Coffee with Neighbors" series to kick off the Historic Germantown Garden Season and Passports. Registration requested.

Hosted by Lonnie Young Advisory Council Description (from host) The Lonnie Young Advisory Council invites you to an afternoon of line dancing! Every Saturday from 12-2pm. Free & fun fitness!

Join us at The Farm at Awbury on April 19th from 12pm – 4pm to celebrate Earth Day! We’re inviting our friends, neighbors, and the entire Philadelphia community to come out for a fun day of volunteering, fun with The Philly Goat Project, live demos, and so much more!This is a free event! So bring your family and friends and join in the fun! Learn more about the day and find updates on our website and social media! Stay tuned…

Join us for our Earth Day Celebration on the farm where Awbury Food Forest lead volunteer Jeannie Gerth will lead a spring forage walk where attendees will harvest and remove garlic mustard from the food forest. Attendees will then be invited to make a tasty garlic mustard side and a spicy condiment with the harvest!