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Germantown Community Events Calendar

For Germantown businesses + organizations: Do you have an upcoming event? Fill out our events form to be included in the calendar.

 

 

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

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

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

Hand-Made Holidays: Collaged Bowl Workshop

Hosted by Artifact Studio 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. Please note: Ceramics is a slow 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. Artifacts can be shipped for an additional charge. Please send an email to margery@iamartifact.com for any questions.…

$60

Poetry as Pleasure

Blackbird Rising 5838 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Black Bird Rising Description (from host) Poetry as Pleasure blends creative writing with sex education to explore how pleasure, both sexual and non-sexual, can be a pathway to personal and collective liberation. Grounded in the teachings of Audre Lorde and bell hooks, as well as the theories and ideas within Pleasure Activism by adrienne maree brown, this workshop emphasizes that marginalized individuals—especially those who are Black, queer, and non-binary—are often denied access to their own bodies and the full…

$15

Healing Verse Germantown Poetry Workshop

Johnson House Historic Site 6306 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Creative Philadelphia Description (from host) Germantown community members of all ages are invited to attend this free poetry workshop as part of Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Talking, a poetry and public art project cultivating peace and resistance against gun violence in Germantown and throughout Philadelphia. Light bites and refreshments will be served. Participants will receive stipends. Stewarded by lead artists/curators Trapeta B. Mayson and Yolanda Wisher and a licensed social worker/trauma specialist team, the workshops offer a…

Free

Hand-Made Holidays: Candle Holder Workshop

Hosted by Artifact Studio 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. Please note: Ceramics is a slow 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. Please send an email to margery@iamartifact.com for any questions. Address provided 48 hours before the event.

$60

Embroidery Workshop

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

Hosted by Young Friends of Wyck Description (from host) Join instructor Ritchie Metzger-Lopez of Duende Textiles for an evening of embroidery in the Wyck conservatory. Follow along and create designs based on objects from the Wyck collection. Bring your own textile & embroidery thread of choice. Light refreshment will be provided in the Ed Shed- no food or drinks will be allowed in the house. Email info@wyck.org with questions or to be put on a waitlist.

$10

Hand-Made Holidays: Sgraffito Tile Workshop

Hosted by Artifact Studio 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. Please note: Ceramics is a slow 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. Please send an email to margery@iamartifact.com for any questions. Address provided 48 hours before the event.

$60
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