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Tree Print + Leaf Collage Workshop

Awbury Arboretum – Francis Cope House 1 Awbury Rd, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Make tree prints to bring home, from stumps of local fallen trees and paint/collage/stitch with sturdy Uva de Mar leaves! About the tree prints: We’ll have white craft paper; feel free to bring your own thicker white paper or smooth fabric. The prints make excellent gifts and home decor. The printers’ ink we use is not water-resistant. About the leaves: Leaves can be amazing catalysts for creativity because they are already so textured and beautiful. Rather than…

$40

Printmaking by the People

Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library 68 West Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Mural Arts Philadelphia Description (from host) This is a drop-in style workshop with Mural Arts Philadelphia. With printmaking artist Monika Lin, participants will engage with questions of visibility, representation, self-authorship, and agency by considering their relationship to the Declaration of Independence. Participants will make mixed-method relief prints in response to the question “If you were writing the Declaration today, what rights would you include?” Ages 12 and up on the 3rd floor between the hours of 1-4. Funded…

Free
Event Series Germantown Zine Workshop @ Natural Creativity

Germantown Zine Workshop @ Natural Creativity

Natural Creativity 5534-46 Pulaski Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Germantown Info Hub Description (from host) Germantown Info Hub is happy to partner with Resolve Philly’s Associate Editor of Community Narratives, Dio Roberson, to host zine-making workshops where neighbors can learn a simple but powerful form of storytelling with ordinary materials that you may have lying around your home. These workshops will blend art, memory, journalism, and narrative to explore community history, create visions for the future, and explore our personal utopias. We will do this by examining…

Free

Profit & Prosper Networking Mixer

Weaver's Way Germantown Outreach Office 326 West Chelten Avenue #B, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Weaver's Way Description (from host) If you need tips on how to make your current business more profitable, or are looking for ways to make extra money, this mixer is for you! Attendees will learn about starting a small business, money management, profitable side hustles and more. Knowledgeable keynote speakers on our panel will offer valuable advice to apply on their path to prosperity. Join us!

Free
Event Series Germantown Zine Workshop @ Natural Creativity

Germantown Zine Workshop @ Natural Creativity

Natural Creativity 5534-46 Pulaski Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Germantown Info Hub Description (from host) Germantown Info Hub is happy to partner with Resolve Philly’s Associate Editor of Community Narratives, Dio Roberson, to host zine-making workshops where neighbors can learn a simple but powerful form of storytelling with ordinary materials that you may have lying around your home. These workshops will blend art, memory, journalism, and narrative to explore community history, create visions for the future, and explore our personal utopias. We will do this by examining…

Free

Wild Wisdom & Potluck

The Farm @ Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Awbury Arboretum Description (from host) The Wild Wisdom course is designed to introduce common and underutilized wild edible, medicinal, and craft plants of the Philadelphia bio-region, ancestral homeland of the Lenape/Wingohocking people. Wild Wisdom will teach you to find, harvest, prepare, and cook wild foraged plants! The course is offered as a 4-part 3-hour workshop series covering each season’s bountiful harvest: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Classes can be taken as a stand-alone class, or as a discounted…

$40

Democracy is an Action Word

Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library 68 West Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Free Library of Philadelphia Description (from host) SESSION 2. Explore the inner workings of political empowerment. Learn how to get involved and become an active change-agent in local, state, and federal government. Part 2 of the Power Up! Civics & Citizenship Month Programming. All programs are free and open to the public. Also, you may attend in person or virtually via webinar. Pre-register for either virtual or in person program. *Save the date for the 2024 Civics Fair…

Free
Event Series Tangled Title Workshop Series

Tangled Title Workshop Series

The Braid Mill 441 High St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Hosted by Germantown United CDC Description (from host) Get free legal and financial assistance and guidance on clearing a home's title. Join us for a discussion about the new property tax increase and your options as a homeowner.

Free

All About Sweet Potatoes : Second Saturday at Wyck

Wyck House 6026 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Wyck Description (from host) Join us for a Second Saturday workshop at Wyck, led by Philadelphia chef & educator April McGreger Follow along with Chef McGreger as she explores the possibilities of sweet potatoes.  This free event will take place at Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm (6026 Germantown Avenue, Germantown PA 19144) in the Ed Shed.  Parking is available on the street or in Wyck's parking lot (entrance on Walnut Ln- space limited).  This program is held…

Free
Event Series Concord School House: Remember the Children Memorial Workshop / Second Saturday

Concord School House: Remember the Children Memorial Workshop / Second Saturday

Concord School House 6309 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) May through October 2024, Cassandra Gunkel will be working with children to create a Remember the Children Memorial. Through numerous workshops, held in the Upper Burying Ground, the project will engage children around gun violence. Using various art processes, such as screen printing and book making, children will create signs, posters, and small books, expressing themselves through artmaking, sharing, and exhibiting. The project entails connecting with schools and churches in the area to access the children and…

Free

Family Write Night

Mighty Writers Germantown 12 E. Church Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Mighty Writers Germantown Description (from host) Join us at MW Germantown for an evening of story time and creative writing with children's book author Cousin John! For kids ages 8-14 and their guardians.

Free

Construction Basics

Jumpstart Germantown 4701 Germantown Ave, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Jumpstart Germantown Description (from host) Mark your calendars for our upcoming JUMPinar about construction basics with Robin Tasco, master electrician, license electrical inspector and general construction expert! This free event will be held from 7:00-8:00pm at our office at 4701 Germantown Ave, 1st Floor. Doors open at 6:30pm for networking. See you there!

Free

Antiracist Teach-In 2024

Greene Street Friends School 20 West Armat Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Greene Street Friends School + Uncle Bobbie's Books Description (from host) Join us for a morning of learning focused on antiracist instruction led by Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul (author of Stamped (for Kids) and Antiracist Re ading Revolution ), Tricia Ebarvia (author of Get Free: Antibias Literacy Instruction for Stronger Readers, Writers, and Thinkers ), and Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow (author of Your Name is a Song, Sister Friend , Grounded , and many others).  The morning will consist of a…

$10 – $25

Seed. Sow. Swap.

Wyck House 6026 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Black + Planted Description (from host) Join Black + Planted to sow, grow, & create for your plants & garden! Enjoy interactive moments, educational & informative segments, & learning sustainable ways to grow green and harvest meals. Vibe with growers of all levels in this fun, informative class! **FREE event for all. All attendees must be registered The Beautiful Bounty Series lineup drops this week with our segments & facilitators! • "Farm to Feast": Harvesting from Plot to…

Free
Event Series Tangled Title Workshop Series

Tangled Title Workshop Series

The Braid Mill 441 High St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Hosted by Germantown United CDC Description (from host) Get free legal and financial assistance and guidance on clearing a home's title. Join us for a discussion about the new property tax increase and your options as a homeowner.

Free

The Business of Photography

Ubuntu 5423 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Ubuntu Fine Art Gallery Description (from host) Calling all photographers! Join us on October 3rd for part two of “The Business of Photography” at Ubuntu Fine Art Gallery. This month, we’re focusing on what it takes to grow your business, expand your network, and increase your capacity. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your photography business, this meetup will provide valuable insights and connections to help you succeed. 🗓 Date: October 3, 2024 🕕 Time:…

Free

Episcopal Legal Aid

St. Luke's Episcopal Church Germantown 5421 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by St. Luke's Episcopal Description (from host) Join us Friday, October the 4th for Legal Aid Services! If you're facing legal concerns but can't afford a lawyer, worry no more. Our team of attorneys is here to provide FREE legal advice on non-criminal matters. Come meet us in person and receive the support you need. 5421 Germantown Ave Philadelphia PA 19144

Free

Healing Verse Germantown: Poetry Workshop

Our House Culture Center 6380 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Taking (HVG) is a new poetry and public art initiative addressing the mental health impacts of gun violence on the Germantown community. The project begins with a series of 10 community poetry workshops in Germantown between October 2024 to February 2025. Stewarded by lead artists/curators Trapeta B. Mayson and Yolanda Wisher and a licensed social worker/trauma specialist team, the workshops offer a safe and creative place for participants to translate their…

Free

Back in the Black Summit

P4 Hub 4537 Wayne Ave Ste 202, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by MOM Your Business Description (from host) Level Up Your Business at the Back in the Black Summit: Get Expert Insights, Real Solutions, and Direct Access to Industry Leaders! Join keynote speaker Jessica Norwood and top experts in marketing, finance, and business strategy for a day of hands-on workshops designed to put your business back in the black! Bring your laptops, tablets, notepads for a one day intensive with leaders to help you start and grow your business. Lunch…

$50

Crocktoberfest

Wyck House 6026 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Wyck House Description (from host) Join us for the final Second Saturday workshop of the year at Wyck, led by Philadelphia chef & educator April McGreger. Follow along with Chef McGreger as she explores the nuances of fermentation, including why fall is so strongly associated with fermentation. This free event will take place at Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm (6026 Germantown Avenue, Germantown PA 19144) in the Ed Shed.  Parking is available on the street or in…

Free
Event Series Concord School House: Remember the Children Memorial Workshop / Second Saturday

Concord School House: Remember the Children Memorial Workshop / Second Saturday

Concord School House 6309 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) May through October 2024, Cassandra Gunkel will be working with children to create a Remember the Children Memorial. Through numerous workshops, held in the Upper Burying Ground, the project will engage children around gun violence. Using various art processes, such as screen printing and book making, children will create signs, posters, and small books, expressing themselves through artmaking, sharing, and exhibiting. The project entails connecting with schools and churches in the area to access the children and…

Free

Jumpstart Think Tank

Jumpstart Germantown 4701 Germantown Ave, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Jumpstart Germantown Description (from host) Join us for our next Jumpstart Think Tank on October 16th! This will be a town hall style networking event where Jumpstarters take the stage to present real estate challenges in a supportive environment. Audience members will be encouraged to indicate how they can offer support or solutions. After the presentations there will be plenty of time for everyone to strategize & network. Pizza and soda will be provided! Bring your appetite 🍕…

Free

How to Talk to Kids about Consent

Natural Creativity 5534-46 Pulaski Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Natural Creativity Description (from host) *Parent Workshop, open to the public* How to Talk to Kids about Consent w/ @yestoconsent It's never too early to start building consent culture with your kids! This workshop is designed for parents of all ages and will feature discussion, self-reflection, and practical tips. Free for @naturalcreativitycenter and @philly_alc families $10/household for the public - cash, Venmo, or Eventbrite (link in bio) Limited childcare available for 5+ year olds

$10

House Lantern Workshop

Hosted by Artifact Description (from host) Join me for an afternoon of ease and creativity. Participate in a guided hand building experience to create your own ceramic artifact. All materials will be provided for you. Please note: ceramics is a sloooow and multi-step process. Your artifacts will remain at the studio for drying, glazing, and firing but will be ready for pickup before the holidays.

$60
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