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4th Annual Winter Coat Drive

40 E High Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Shanks Cleaning Service, LLC Description (from host) Our 4th Annual Winter Coat Drive Presented By Shanks Cleaning Service, LLC Date: December 14, 2024 Time: 10am - Until All Coats Are Gone! Location: 40 E High Street Philadelphia Pa 19144 (Germantown High Main Entrance) If You Would Like To Volunteer For This Event Let Me Know, Also We Are Accepting New And Gently Worn Coats As Donations And Also Monetary Donations…. They Can Be Made Via Cash App, Venmo,…

Free

CIP’s Annual Winter Festival

Center in the Park 5818 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Puerto Rico

Hosted by Center in the Park Description (from host) Come to Center in the Park for our Annual Winter Festival! Food, music, GREAT shopping, and $5 pictures with the Big Guy himself...SANTA🎅🏿🎅🏿🎅🏿🎅🏿!

Free

Holiday Bazaar & Community Fair

New Journey Christian Center 5728 ARDLEIGH STREET, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by New Journey Christian Center Description (from host) LOOKING FOR VENDORS, CRAFTERS AND ARTISTS TO JOIN OUR HOLIDAY BAZAAR ON SAT DEC 14 AT NEW JOURNEY CHRISTIAN CENTER 5728 ARDLEIGH STREETPHILA PA 19138 11 TO 4 FREE SHOPPER LUNCH BUFFET, RAFFLE , AND SO MUCH MORE $80 INCLUDES 6 FT TABLE & CHAIR APPLY: https://www.form.church/gijnURVR. Only 1 representative per MLM Company (spaces 1st come basis)

Free

Grief & the Holidays

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

Hosted by Black.Bird.Rising Description (from host) Come join us at BBR for a workshop on dealing with grief during the holidays through somatic practices. Do you struggle with knowing what to do with your grief during the holiday season? Is it challenging to create tender and responsive rituals and rhythms to tend to your wellbeing? This in-person event will be held at 5838 Germantown Ave. Through somatic practices like breathwork, body+memory mapping and embodying compassion, we will delve into ways…

Free

Peace & Love in Germantown

Vernon Park 5800 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Friends of Vernon Park Description (from host) 🌿💚✨🕊☮️ Sat., December 14, 1-3 pm: Children, families and neighbors of all faith traditions/seasonal spirits are invited to come by enjoy some hot cocoa and help decorate Vernon Park’s blue spruce by the peace pole (aka Carrie’s tree) to celebrate our community spirit at this special time of year. Be sure to visit the wonderful Center in the Park Winter Market, happening 11 am-3pm.

Free

Caroling at Wesley Retirement Community

Germantown Mennonite Church 21 Washington Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Aaron Bigeleisen Description (from host) Hi all, I am organizing a caroling event for the residents at Wesley Retirement community here in Germantown. I'm a professional musician, and I'm looking to start organizing these kinds of events here as a Germantown resident. I also thought it would be nice to bring some holiday cheer to those who may not have many visitors this season. Come join me at the Germantown Mennonite Church for a warm-up and a quick…

Free

Ugly Sweater Party

54 Maplewood Mall 54 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Art is in the Hat Description (from host) Trim the tree!

Free

Toy Drive

Attic Brewing Co. 137 Berkley St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Attic Brewing Co. & 23 Drese Description (from host) Saturday 12/14 Holiday Toy Drive 6pm hosted by @23drese Music by @_djchopps Bring in new, unwrapped toys for your chance to win great prizes! @moltobeneraviolico Food Truck

Free

The Time Is Always Now Detours

The Colored Girls Museum 4613 Newhall Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by The Colored Girls Museum Description (from host) Explore the themes of The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure—Double Consciousness, Past and Presence, Our Aliveness—with guest speakers. Experts lead visitors in a “detour” that brings their unique voice to this already multiphonic exhibition. The speakers will reprise their detours for the culminating event of the exhibition, the Black History Month Celebration on February 7, 2025. Detour on Our Aliveness:
Speakers: Vashti Dubois and Michael Clemmons 
 December…

Free

Wild Indigo Poetry: Ursula Rucker & Miller Oberman

Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room 6350 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Wild Indigo Poetry Description (from host) We are so excited to close out this fall season with Wild Indigo with @urucker and Miller Oberman at @youngamericancider on December 15 (@sarahbrowningpoet birthday!) with @reclaimphiladelphia Hosted by Sarah Browning and @rainaleon Check out these bios! MILLER OBERMAN is the author of Impossible Things (Duke University Press) and The Unstill Ones (Princeton Series of Contemporary Poets). He has received a number of awards for his poetry, including a Ruth Lilly Fellowship,…

$5

Last Supper

Imperfect Gallery 5539 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by iMPeRFeCT Gallery Description (from host) The Last Suppers are back and this one falls on the Full Moon again!! Our monthly dinners for rent are magical gatherings around a long table to feast in support of our work. Details and menu will be available soon.

$30

Braid Mill Art Open House

Braid Mill 441 High Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Braid Mill Description (from host) Join us for a night of creativity and community at the Braid Mill Art Center Open House. This special event offers a unique opportunity to explore the vibrant artistic scene of Philadelphia. Immerse yourself in a world of color, texture, and imagination as you witness live art demonstrations, participate in interactive workshops, and connect with talented artists.

Free

Christmas Toy Drive

Holsey Temple CME Church 5305 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Covenant House Inc. Description (from host) Join us on December 17 at Holsey Church (5305 Germantown Ave) from 11am-3pm for a holiday celebration. Take pictures with Santa and his helpers, enjoy pizza, hot cocoa, music, and dancing. Toys will be given out while supplies last (first come, first served; children must be present). Donations are requested. For more information, contact Carmen Batista at 267-761-3775 or cbatista-mejia@covenanthousehealth.org.

Free

Holiday Toy Giveaway

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

Hosted by Joseph E. Coleman Library Description (from host) Make a child smile this holiday season! Our Library is accepting donations of new toys, children's books, and gift cards for teens from December 2nd-16th. We will also be accepting toys for pets that will be donated to a local animal shelter! You may drop off your gift(s) in-person during regular library hours or ship them directly to Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library. The Toy Giveaway will take place on…

Free

Handmade Holidays: Upcycled Earrings Workshop

Artifact Studio Philadelphia

Hosted by Artifact Studio Description (from host) Join Elaine Hardman at Artifact Studio for an evening of creativity and community. Date: December 17 from 6:30-8pm Participate in a guided workshop to create your own upcycled earrings made from recycled plastic. All materials will be provided for you. We have a responsibility to tend to the land we live on. Upcycling reduces landfill waste, decreases pollution from making new materials, and encourages us to explore creative ways to practice environmental sustainability.…

$25

Tangled Title Workshop

Crossroads Women's Center 5011 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Germantown United CDC (us!) Description (from host) Join us for our next Tangled Title Workshop on December 17 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Crossroads Women’s Center! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable insights into important housing issues such as tangled titles, property taxes, estate planning, and much more. Enjoy a delicious dinner while you learn and engage with our knowledgeable speakers. To make it even easier for you to join us, we’re providing Uber…

Free
Event Series Be Free Wednesdays

Be Free Wednesdays

d'griot 51 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by d'griot Description (from host) Come to this free weekly virtual healing session in group format for folks needing support in their story. Transforming the old to the new. blew will support next steps to get unstuck and free toward your goals personally and professionally. Bring your tea, share if you will, listen and learn from community conversation. More about blew: blew is a black woman, mother, artist, entrepruner, and alligned-being advocate. From orphaned to owning multiple community based businesses…

Free
Event Series Fiber Friends

Fiber Friends

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

Description (from host) Fiber artists are invited to join us for an afternoon of crafting and conversation with fellow artists. All skill levels are welcome. Assistance with knitting and sewing will be provided, and we have a sewing machine to use. Some supplies will be available. We'll be meeting from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., most Wednesdays.

Free

Kwanza Celebration & Toy Giveaway

Roosevelt Middle School 430 Washington Ln, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Description (from host) Join us Dec. 18th for a toy giveaway and Kwanza celebration. From 3pm-6pm at Roosevelt Middle School🧸🕎🧸

Free

Handmade Holidays: Crochet Creations Workshop

Artifact Studio Philadelphia

Hosted by Artifact Studio Description (from host) Join Zola Blue and 400 Shares of Beauty for an evening of creativity and community. Date: December 18 from 6:30-8pm Participate in a guided workshop to create your own crocheted ornaments or coasters. Both knitting and crochet can challenge and strengthen our brains through the repetition of complex stitches and patterns. This can help build new neural pathways to improve memory and reduce cognitive decline. The rhythmic motion of yarn crafts can also…

$30

Handmade Holidays: Ice Dyeing Workshop

Artifact Studio Philadelphia

Hosted by Artifact Studio Description (from host) Join Crystal Lamar of Nocturne Notions at Artifact Studio for an evening of creativity and community. Date: December 19 from 6:30-8pm Learn the basics of ice dyeing on sumptuous silk fabrics to create three one-of-a-kind handkerchiefs, plus receive a PDF with all the information covered so you can make more at home! All materials will be provided for you. If you have additional silk or cotton items, feel free to bring them, and…

$25

WINTERBLOOM: A Soulstice Gathering

Imperfect Gallery 5539 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Imperfect Gallery Description (from host) WINTERBLOOM: A Soulstice Gathering Thursday, Dec 19 8pm -Midnight $15-$20 donation Our friend @paulitomuse and friends have put together a beautiful evening to welcome Winter with soulful performances * global grooves * poetry * artisan vendors and community vibes. Come warm up with us! Performances by @braylynn_nahja & @paulitomuse, The E &J Dynamic Duo, @musethepoetess plus special guests. Global sounds by DJ @ren.ascends. It will be a night to remember, don’t miss it!

$15 – $20

Adult Art Club

Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room 6350 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Golden Key Prints & Young American Cider Description (from host) Join us for Adult Art Club; a recurring, monthly meet-up on the patio at Young American Tasting Room (Germantown-Philadelphia). This month, we'll be meeting Friday, December 20th from 7-9 PM! Whether you're a seasoned artist or a hobbyist, this is the perfect place to unwind, sip on some delicious drinks, and socialize with fellow creatives! Don't worry about skill level - this club is all about having fun and…

$13 – $18

Jazz Age Party

Attic Brewing Co. 137 Berkley St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Attic Brewing Co. Description (from host) On Friday, December 20th, we are partying like it's 1924! Break out your best Roaring Twenties outfits and join us for a night of Jazz Age music with @parlournoirjazz starting at 7pm. Dress to the nines and get drink specials all night including $5 Illiado Cream Ale drafts and themed cocktails!

Free
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