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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.
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…
Do you have student loan debt? If so, we want to hear your story and help answer your questions. The City of Philadelphia’s Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity (CEO) will be hosting this listening session on Monday, May 12th from 6-7:30pm, and will be joined by student debt experts from the Student Borrower Protection Center. This has been an challenging time for student loan borrowers, many borrowers struggle to afford monthly payments, and have difficulty navigating constantly changing circumstances.…
Let’s talk about our bodies, our health, and our power to access care. Join Resolve Philly for a community conversation about: Understanding anatomy Navigating menstrual health and hygiene Accessing local health services and resources through the Equally Informed Philly text line This event is open to anyone who identifies as a girl, woman, or femme—including trans and gender-expansive folks. Our goal is to create a supportive, inclusive space where everyone feels welcome to ask questions and share. 
Bring a…
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 an intimate and poignatnt conversation between professors and writers Joshua Myers and Bedour Alagraa that considers the role of study and thought amid the current crisis. Drawing from Myers’s Of Black Study and Alagraa’s forthcoming The Interminable Catastrophe the conversation explores the ways that Blackness can more than respond to antagonism but reshape how we understand the terms. An indepth Q&A and book signing will follow the conversation. Attendees will get an exclusive in-store discount. -------- About…
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.…
“Thank god the revolution has begun, honey.”Marsha P. Johnson was a trailblazer, a revolutionary and an absolute force of nature. Her impact is woven into the fabric of Uncle Bobbie's so we are excited and honored to host an event dedicated to telling her story. Join us as we welcome, activist, writer and filmaker Tourmaline for the release of Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson. Conversation partner to be named soon. This will be an amazing night…
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 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…
Join us for a discussion around tangled titles, property assessments, and resources for homeowners. Dinner provided. Need a ride? Free Uber ride & from the workshop. For additional information, email our Resident Services manager: swhite@germantownunitedcdc.org
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…
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…
