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Hosted by Jumpstart Philly Description (from host) H&H Settlement Services returns for another educational JUMPinar to help you understand the process of obtaining clear title and title insurance for your investment property!
Hosted by Blackbird Rising & Black Honey Apothecary Description (from host) 
Rooted in Justice: Radical Herbalism Workshop Series Join us for a transformative workshop series, where we explore the healing power of herbalism as resistance and solidarity. Dates: Fri. Mar 7th, 14th, 21stTime: 4-6 PMLocation: Black Bird Rising @black.bird_risingAdmission: Sliding Scale (Suggested donation: $15-$60)
Limited to 15 slots per workshop Explore herbal medicine through hands-on practice, deepen your connection to ancestral plant knowledge, and empower your community through…
Hosted by Artifact Studio & 400 Shades Description (from host) The love of a woman has birthed lives. The love of a woman has saved lives. The love of a woman has touched us all at some point in our lives. Join @400shades and @iamartifact for a unique crafting experience where we will use the power of the pen and the gift of the earth to honor the women in our lives, who have come before us, and who will…
Hosted by d'griot Description (from host) Come disconnect, rest, and connect at this creative experience at d'griot community gallery. Everyone will bring home a piece to remember Participants will Receive: More about artist Jasmine Benns A painter and overall creative that has been practicing live painting, face painting, and gallery exhibits throughout Philadelphia for the past 15 years. Follow her on Instagram More about d'griot. d'griot (pronounced “duh-gree-o”) is named in honor of African storytellers and urban slang. A space of story; stories of our…
On Thursday, April 3rd from 2 to 4 p.m., Face to Face (123 E Price Street) will host a free clinic to assist individuals with social security that have either cut off or reduced their check due to an overpayment. Legal experts will be present to help attendees with information on overpayments, and people seeking help should bring all recent Social Security notices and proof of income. Contact aschoenburg@clsphila.org with any questions.
Join us in the Airy Kitchens showroom as we arrange bouquets of seasonal blooms with award-winning florist Kaitlin Orner. A refreshing wine tasting will be led by local winemaker Nicholas Ducos from Mural City Cellars.Tickets include a bouquet to take home, wine tasting, non-alcoholic mocktails, and light snacks served family style.
Hosted by Coleman Library Description (from host) Drop in for an afternoon of fun, visual storytelling. Put your memories on the page with scissors, glue, photos, and imagery. Collage and scrapbook materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own photos, drawings or paper. This program is part of our Let's Make Histories! season of programming. We will be meeting on the first Friday of the month, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
This Saturday, April 5, please join us for the first meeting of our themed Poetry Book Club, from 1:00-2:00 p.m.! Check out and read a book of poetry from your local library relating to each month's theme. Then, we'll meet with others to discuss what we've read. April's theme is contemporary Black poetry.
Please join us on Saturday, April 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for Tools for Tracing Your Family Tree! Documentary filmmaker Eboni Zamani shares how she uncovered family histories using genealogy tools available to anyone. Learn how to find family records and write a family story using the many resources available at the library, and beyond.
Enjoy an afternoon of clay play! Children will have a great time creating marvelous, magical, wondrous, animated, objects of art! Ages 5-8: April 6: Coil Creations May 18: Animal Wall Pockets June 8: Sun Medallions Ages 9-12: April 27: Fun Face Mugs June 1: Garden Inspired Tiles June 22: Creative Wall Pockets
You don't want to miss the next 10th Anniversary Event! President and Founder, Ken Weinstein will be joined by Jumpstart Germantown Mentors for a panel discussion. These experienced developers will share lessons they've learned along the way, what inspires them and how mentorship played a role in their journey. RSVP using the link below.
Make a date with CLAY! Join us for a Friday evening of creativity and fun. Bring Friends, Family, or Yourself! April 11 – Garden PlantersMay 9 – Garden Wall PocketsJune 13 – Potter’s WheelJuly 11 – Fabulous VasesAugust 8 – Pitcher Perfect
Learn life saving skills! Training includes adult & pediatric CPR, how to use an AED, choking relief, and basic first aid. This is a free event for ages 14-18.
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,…
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…
FLOW20 Across many cultures, cannabis has been used for healing and spiritual connection in ceremonial practices for thousands of years. @ntruhealing will be selling pre-rolled blends, @jaznextlevel will be facilitating energetic healing and guided journaling, and I’ll walk us through making your own ceramic ashtray. This will be a beautiful opportunity to cultivate a deeper relationship with the plant and Mother Earth as a whole. Tickets available at www.iamartifact.com/events
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.
Enjoy an afternoon of clay play! Children will have a great time creating marvelous, magical, wondrous, animated, objects of art! Ages 5-8: April 6: Coil Creations May 18: Animal Wall Pockets June 8: Sun Medallions Ages 9-12: April 27: Fun Face Mugs June 1: Garden Inspired Tiles June 22: Creative Wall Pockets
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.…
Hosted by Coleman Library Description (from host) Drop in for an afternoon of fun, visual storytelling. Put your memories on the page with scissors, glue, photos, and imagery. Collage and scrapbook materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own photos, drawings or paper. This program is part of our Let's Make Histories! season of programming. We will be meeting on the first Friday of the month, from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
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…
Make a date with CLAY! Join us for a Friday evening of creativity and fun. Bring Friends, Family, or Yourself! April 11 – Garden PlantersMay 9 – Garden Wall PocketsJune 13 – Potter’s WheelJuly 11 – Fabulous VasesAugust 8 – Pitcher Perfect
