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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.

 

 

The Gateway Mosaic Astral Celebration

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

Hosted by Description (from host) The Colored Girls Museum turns 9 in September and we have many fun and special events in store for you. Our new public art piece, The Gateway Mosaic Astral by Martha Jarvis is the culmination of a two year journey which includes the Garden, curated by Syd Carpenter. We celebrate these accomplishments with a naming dedication, special performances and more on Sunday September 22nd 1-4pm. @vashtidubois @mclemmons_art @ianfriday

Free

Golden Hour Concert

Germantown Kitchen Garden 215 E. Penn St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Description (from host) Our next concert in the garden is on September 22nd, with @birdiebusch and @braylynn.nahja07 . Tickets are on sale below.

$15
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
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

Hidden Works: The Life of Philadelphia Clockmaker Edward Duffield

Friends Free Library at Germantown Friends School 5418 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Join us next Wednesday, September 25 for an exciting conversation about the lives & work of early Philadelphia artisans! Author Bob Frishman will speak about his new book on influential clockmaker Edward Duffield at the Friends Free Library at 6:30 PM. Doors open at 6:00 for a small reception before the talk. There will be copies of "Edward Duffield" available for purchase. This program is free, but please register in advance below.

Free

Healing Verse Germantown Project Launch

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

Description (from host) Join Creative Philadelphia, Mayor Parker, City officials and community leaders on Thursday, September 26 at 4:00 p.m. for the project launch celebration of Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Talking (HVG), an impactful new poetry and temporary public art project cultivating peace and resistance against gun violence in Germantown and throughout Philadelphia. Led by artists/co-curators Trapeta Mayson and Yolanda Wisher, and public art coordinator Rob Blackson, HVG is supported by the City of Philadelphia through Creative Philadelphia, and a…

Free

Outdoor Movement

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

Description (from host) Featuring one of our gorgeous Greenspaces! Join movement instructor Megan Do Nascimento this Friday September 27th at 11am at Wyck, for a yoga session good for all ages and activity levels!

$5

Germantown 250 Meet Up

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

Hosted by Germantown 250 Description (from host) Join us to kick off Germantown 250 and learn how our neighborhood will be part of Philly’s 250th anniversary celebration. We’ll talk about Germantown’s history, culture, and creativity, plus enjoy food from a mystery local chef, complimentary wine, games, trivia with Rasheed Ajamu, and music by DJ Matigeo. When: Friday, Sept 27, 2024 | 6:30pm - 9:00pmWhere: Our House Culture Center - 6380 Germantown Ave.THIS IS A FREE EVENT! Let’s gather, share ideas,…

Free
Event Series Fernhill Tennis

Fernhill Tennis

Fernhill Park 4600 Morris St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Meet instructor & neighbor Coach Brandon McElwee on the tennis courts for all-levels beginners lesson surrounded by the lush landscape of Fernhill Park. Please bring water, warm fitness gear. Weather permitting. Pay what you wish, $5-$15 suggested

Free

Germantown Kitchen Garden Farm Stand & Plant Nursery

Germantown Kitchen Garden 215 E. Penn St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Germantown Kitchen Garden Description (from host) Germantown Kitchen Garden is a half-acre farm and nursery selling organically grown vegetables, herbs, fruit, flowers, perennials, and shrubs to neighbors, chefs, and local farm enthusiasts. On Saturdays from early May to October, we host a farm stand where you can shop fresh and delicious veggies, fruits, herbs, local honey, maple syrup, fermented foods, and flowers. Dead King Bread joins each weekend with warm, fresh from the brick oven sourdough bread. We…

Free

Germantown Community Fridge Turns 4!

Germantown Community Fridge 20 W Armat St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) It's that time of the year again 🎂🥳 We're turning 4 🎉🎊 thank you to everyone that have contributed into our community fridges the past 4 years. Our community fridges are just that, our community. Our fridges wouldn't stay clean, get filled or get the other forms of support that they get without our community. Please join us Saturday September 28th from 11pm-1pm to celebrate community. Per usual we will be giving out food, toiletries and other…

Free

Community of Joy Festival

Maplewood Mall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Gtown Radio, Germantown Info Hub + Maplewood Mall Collective Description (from host) The 5th Annual 92.9 DAY/COMMUNITY OF JOY FESTIVAL is scheduled for Saturday, Sept 24 in the heart of Germantown from 11am to 4pm at Maplewood Mall (Germantown Ave. and Armat St.) Live music, awesome vendors, live spoken word, fun activities, and more!

Free

Affirmations Paint Party

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

Hosted by Maplewood Collective, The Art is in the Hat, and Margo Creative Designs

Free

Funktoberfest IV

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

Hosted by Attic Brewing Description (from host) Our 4th Annual Funktoberfest! Join us for an all-day music and beer festival! Food trucks, activities, and fun! FREE to attend with registration. The Attic Brewing Co. beer garden is transformed into an amazing event space! Huge professional stage, 10 bands, 14 beers, food trucks, vendors, activities and fun for the whole family! Best part is the event is FREE with registration!!! Don't miss Philadelphia's best alternative Oktoberfest!

Free

Music Alive: Odean Pope Quartet

Historic Germantown Courtyard 5501 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Historic Germantown Description (from host) Original Arrangements and an Oral History of the John Coltrane era of Philadelphia Jazz The performance will take place in the Historic Germantown courtyard, located at 5501 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA  19144.  Show will begin at 4PM. Bring Your Own Picnic. There is limited seating, so please bring a blanket or chair. ABOUT ODEAN POPE Odean was an associate of John Coltrane and will perform and give his historical perspective on the period…

$20

Ketanji Brown Jackson

Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church (East) 2800 West Cheltenham Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Uncle Bobbie's Description (from host) We are making history with this one... literally! Join us as we welcome Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson - the first Black woman ever appointed to the United States Supreme Court - and celebrate the release of her new memoir, “Lovely One”. Be there for an incredible discussion covering the incredible, life and change-making career of Ketanji Brown Jackson. The first 500 admission + book ticket holders will be guaranteed a signed copy of…

$9.50

The Art of Alignment

Space & Grace Yoga and Wellness 6120 Greene Street B, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Space & Grace Yoga Description (from host) Dive deeper into your personal yoga practice as we study the anatomy and integrity of the physical body in asana. We will discuss: Alignment - spine, hips, jawline, feet - true north alignment Bandas - mula bandha - uddiyana bandha - jalandhara bandha - The meaning of duality in our bodies (strengthening vs surrendering, strengthening and surrendering) - Personal-agency/self-agency (does the teacher goals/class style align with your own goals or your…

$44

Book signing with adrienne maree brown

Uncle Bobbie's 5445 Germantown Ave,, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Uncle Bobbie's Description (from host) We are thrilled to welcome New York Times best-selling author, activist and facilitator, adrienne maree brown for an intimate, in-store book signing and meet & greet. SEPT 29TH | 6PM | UBs Each ticket comes with a copy of adrienne’s latest book, Loving Corrections. Events like this don’t happen often... you do not want to miss this!

$20

Community Engagement Meeting

Seventh Day Adventist Church 200 East Cliveden St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Men Who Care of Germantown

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

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

Cupcake Tasting at Lily of the Valley

Lily of the Valley Cupcakery 26 W. Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Lily of the Valley Cupcakery Description (from host) 🎃 Calling all pumpkin lovers! Join us at @lilyofthevalleycupcakery for a delicious pumpkin tasting event! Indulge in a variety of tasty pumpkin-inspired desserts and celebrate fall with us. 🍂 Don’t miss out on this sweet treat! See you there!

Free
Event Series Fernhill Tennis

Fernhill Tennis

Fernhill Park 4600 Morris St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Meet instructor & neighbor Coach Brandon McElwee on the tennis courts for all-levels beginners lesson surrounded by the lush landscape of Fernhill Park. Please bring water, warm fitness gear. Weather permitting. Pay what you wish, $5-$15 suggested

Free
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