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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 BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024. **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…
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!
Philly Free School and Natural Creativity are excited to announce their annual Self-Directed Education Forum with guest speaker, M. This engaging event brings together parents and young people who are eager to explore the world of self-directed education. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about various educational spaces in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas, participate in insightful discussions, and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about alternative learning methods. Join us for a day filled with inspiration, exploration, and community…
Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024. **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…
Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024. **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…
Are you a Black resident of Germantown (zip codes 19138 & 19144) looking for help with estate planning? We invite you to this free estate planning educational presentation by CLS (Community Legal Services) and Philadelphia VIP (pro bono legal volunteers). Why estate planning? Make sure your assets go to the people you want, expedite probate, wills, power of attorney, and advance health directives, protect your assets and your family. Light lunch following the presentation.
Hosted by Natural Creativity Description (from host) Join us at Natural Creativity on the last Sunday of each month for Open Play! Starting this Sunday (January 26, 2025), from 12 to 2 PM, young people can experience self-directed exploration in our community space. Who: Young people aged 4-12 are welcome to come and play from 12-2.-> Ages 4-6 must be accompanied by an adult.-> Ages 6-12 can play while parents run errands (or have some alone time…we won't tell!) Cost:…
Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024. **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…
Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024. **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…
Learning Our Community Power Teach-In Series ::: March - May 2025 A knowledge & skill-building series of presentations and workshops for neighbors who want to support low-income affordable housing and Beloved Community in Germantown There have been some changes to the schedule for this series. The info posted here is updated. Due to political factors outside of our control we needed to postpone the start date for the series, find a few new presenters, and flip the order of topics.…
Birdwatching at 8am sharp 
Goat walk at 10am sharp 
Join the Philly Goats at the Farm at @awburyarboretum as we share a goat walk with our friends at @incolorbirdingclub and learn all about our amazing BIRDS!! (and that’s not the ones with helmets!) Meet at the goat barn, bird talk starts at 8am sharp, and goat walk departs at 10am sharp. We start right on time, but feel free to jump in if you arrive a little late…
PSD is excited to host Family Fun Day on May 3, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM! Join us for a free, fun-filled day for all ages. Kids can enjoy activities like a bounce house, games, and a live performance by magician Sam Sandler. Families can attend a special family panel moderated by Deaf author Sara Nović and check out two mini workshops: – ASL Lesson – Interpreter 101 Register now at psd.org/familyday Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to…
The house and landscape of Wyck are among the only living examples of a type of gardening—and life—that has otherwise disappeared with time. Join Nicole Juday, landscape historian and author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, in an exploration of what Wyck’s garden can tell us about the people who gardened there for centuries, and how this property connects to the great Philadelphia legacy of horticulture. Proceeds from this event's ticket sales will support the ongoing care and maintenance of Wyck's…
Join us for a day of storytelling, featuring growers from Germantown's local agriculture scene--as they share their stories and their connection to their local food system. Featuring growers Grumblethorpe, Desiree Thompson, Mort Brook Memorial Farm, Rachel Popik, Old Tennis Court & Bakari Clark
Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024. **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…
Greene Street Friends School, The Center for Black Educator Development and Uncle Bobbie's proudly bring to you a critical conversation on education in our current times. Join us as we welcome the former Secretary of Education, John B. King Jr. for the release of his new book, Teacher By Teacher. John will be in conversation with the CEO of The Center for Black Educator Development, Sharif El-Mekki. They will be discussing the book, John's journey and career and the current…
Join us for an open Q&A + networking event where Jumpstarters take the stage to present real estate challenges in a supportive environment. Audience members will be encouraged to offer support and solutions. After the presentations there will be plenty of time for everyone to strategize & network. Pizza & Drinks will be provided!
Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024. **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…
Second Saturdays in Historic Germantown are monthly events held from May through October, where numerous historic sites and museums in Northwest Philadelphia open their doors to the public. These events offer a variety of activities, including guided tours, family-friendly programs, and cultural experiences, providing an opportunity to explore the rich history of the Germantown neighborhood. The events typically run from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on the second Saturday of each month. Explore what's happening this month!
Welcome to the Germantown Food & Seeds CommUNITY Expo! Join us at the Wyck Historic House And Garden for a day filled with live demonstrations in relation to our theme "Food Is Medicine". Look out for free seeds and seedlings, foraging and a chance to build commUNITY. Hosted by Germantown Residents for Economic Alternatives. @greatgtown on Instagram facebook.com/greatgtownwww.greatgtown.org 215-839-9508
New York Times Bestselling author and National Book Award winner Ibram X. Kendi is here in Philly for the release of his new book, Malcolm Lives!. As we approach the 100th anniversary of his birth, we want to invite you to join us for an important discussion celebrating the life and legacy of the one and only, Malcolm X. At a time when Black history is under attack, having books that preserve and honor that history have never been more…
Hosted by Koku-Roko Description (from host) Bring the whole family to enjoy tales representing black and brown peoples, play, and foster community. Led by Koku-Roko Learning Co-op, in we gather like-minded families; easing the load of parenting and offering a curious space to explore. More about Koku-Roko Koku-Roko is a Black and brown-led co-operative space for cultural enrichment and liberated learning. We curate child-centered and family-encouraged educational experiences to support the development of creative continuous learners and conscious critical thinkers.
