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Uncle Bobbie’s X Jay Ellis – Book Tour

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

Hosted by Uncle Bobbie's Description (from host) NAACP Image Award winning actor, Jay Ellis joins us to discuss his first book, Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?. He will talk about his life, and his journey from being a kid in South Carolina to starring in one of the biggest and most culturally impactful shows on TV. Jay will be joined in conversation with Uncle Bobbie's owner, Marc Lamont Hill. A Q&A will follow the conversation because…

$7.50 – $32

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 Afro-Garden Party

Afro-Garden Party

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

Description (from host) We're hosting a Garden Party every First Friday at d'griot gallery (soon to be holistic cafe!) Wholistic Vendors + Artists + Food + Teas n' Juices + Afrobeat + Homegrown Abundance share table from local/backyard gardens. We are looking to partner with vendors centered in health and wellness and artists to collaborate with our mission as a healing community space. We are also growing our medicinal herb garden in the back of the gallery!

Free
Event Series Germantown Kitchen Garden Farm Stand & Plant Nursery

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
Event Series Grumblethorpe Youth Farmstand

Grumblethorpe Youth Farmstand

Grumblethorpe 5267 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Grumblethorpe Description (from host) The Grumblethorpe youth farmers are at it again! Come by to see us Saturdays from 9:30 AM until 1:30 PM June-August. We are located directly in front of the Grumblethorpe Historic Museum. SNAP/EBT, Cash, Card, Philly Food Bucks and other forms of assistance accepted

Free

Fitness + Flowers

Maplewood Mall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Yard Out Fit Club + Jeantel Landscaping Description (from host) Maplewood Mall’s business & garden tour. FREE Workout and fitness tips with local gym owner; Ron Johnson. We’re networking and getting active with our community. Dress comfortably & bring a neighbor!

Free

Summer Cookout at Perflectly Flawless

Perfectly Flawless 5312 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Description (from host) A celebration of 10 years in business! Join us for a day of food, fun, and fashion. BYOB.

Free

Indivisible Closing Reception

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

Hosted by Imperfect Gallery Description (from host) The countdown is on!! INDIVISIBLE closes this Saturday, Aug 3, we’re NOT done celebrating this phenomenal exhibition by 19 immigrant artists, YOU are invited to the closing reception from 3-5pm. Come see what the @chestnuthilllocal, @metrophilly and @whyy were writing and talking about!! Friday & Saturday (Noon-5pm) are the last two viewing days, come thru and get ready for the feels.

Free

Sound Off: East Germantown x PHL250

Why Not Prosper 717 E. Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Resolve + PHL250 + Why Not Prosper + Germantown Info Hub Description (from host) 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection. What does this semiquincentennial anniversary mean to you as a Philadelphian? Join Resolve and the folks behind PHL250 in a SOUND OFF about this important milestone. Light meal provided. Join us for community conversation!

Free
Event Series Oldies in the Park

Oldies in the Park

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

Hosted by Councilmember Cindy Bass Description (from host) An evening of family fun & classic jams. Enjoy music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s with free food, raffles, giveaways, kids activities, and community resources. Every Wednesday starting July 10.

Free

Das Good Grand Opening

Das Good Cafe 322 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Next week Thursday Aug 8th is our grand opening. We completed our soft opening for the last week or so and now it’s time to PARTY!! On Aug 8th ribbon cutting will be at 10am and samples all day long with 10% off your check all day long to try us out!! We are blessed to be in the historic Germantown area and are ready to serve. Remember we are a BYOB but we have special crafted…

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

Lion’s Gate Sound Bath

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

Hosted by Space & Grace Yoga Description (from host) We invite you to an extraordinary Lions Gate Soundbath—a fusion of sound healing and cosmic alignment to elevate your spiritual practices. The Significance of the Lions Gate The Lions Gate Portal opens when the star Sirius aligns with the Sun in Leo, peaking on August 8th. This period is recognized for its potent energetic potential, bringing clarity, empowerment, and increased spiritual awareness. What is a Sound Bath? A sound bath is…

$30
Event Series Under the Shady Old Tree

Under the Shady Old Tree

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

Hosted by JEC Kids Description (from host) Storytime, arts and games, bring a blanket and come join the fun! This year’s featured story will be Bright April, a Germantown classic, along with additional books each week uplifting and celebrating what makes you, YOU! Please invite friends and neighbors and join us, under the shady old tree (Greene St. side along the path by the ballfield).

Free

Grown Class Friday

Hosted by Kinesics Dance Dynamics Description (from host) Modern with Ellie X Become fully immersed through the majestic and powerful movement inspired by Lester Horton's technique with Ellie X! Join in the research of basic modern technique, fortifications and combinations to discover your artistic voice while experiencing the nuanaced process of Ellie X's choreography. Open to all levels! 18+ only. Doors open at 6:30PM Class starts at 7:00PM Class duration is 90 minutes

$15

Dende Percussion Ensemble Concert + Walk to Honor the Trees

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

Description (from host) Join for a very danceable musical performance by the Dendê percussion ensemble – the vital rhythms of Brazilian carnival! We will begin with an activation of the art piece on display in the Cope House Gallery, “Flags for Other Nations”: a 20-minute meditative walk/march with colorful tree flags around an Awbury trail, to honor the trees as their own nations. Capacity: 45 people

$25 – $30
Event Series Germantown Kitchen Garden Farm Stand & Plant Nursery

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
Event Series Grumblethorpe Youth Farmstand

Grumblethorpe Youth Farmstand

Grumblethorpe 5267 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Grumblethorpe Description (from host) The Grumblethorpe youth farmers are at it again! Come by to see us Saturdays from 9:30 AM until 1:30 PM June-August. We are located directly in front of the Grumblethorpe Historic Museum. SNAP/EBT, Cash, Card, Philly Food Bucks and other forms of assistance accepted

Free

The Garden MMA Grand Opening

The Garden MMA 4537 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) You’re Invited to Our Grand Opening! 🪴🎈 Join us for a day of celebration and camaraderie at The Garden MMA Academy! This event is open to the public, including non-members and prospective students! Please register for FREE so we can plan for food and drinks. Family and friends are encouraged to join us. If they’re not training, they can relax and celebrate with us in the main area and loading dock, which will be set up for…

Free
Event Series Uptown Soul Food Tours

Uptown Soul Food Tours

Hosted by Philly Experiences Description (from host) Eat your way through Uptown/Germantown with us at Philly Experiences! We host the ONLY SOUL FOOD TOUR IN PHILLY! This kid-free walking tour was curated to give adults a fun half day tour enjoying murals, soul food, shopping at Black businesses, dessert and making new friends. Enjoy food from: Art from: & shop Black with: Your ticket supports local Black businesses/creatives. Led by a local foodie and storyteller, you will hear the stories…

$75

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

Music Alive: Bobby Zankel and the Wonderful Sound Six

Market Square 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Description (from host) Modern Music for Keyboards, Synthesizers and more. Cosmic Ambience Jazz and Blues, Rooted in the Past and Future. Philadelphia History with “A Change of Destiny,” Zankel’s Music Examines the Lives of Slaves Kept by George Washington at the President’s House in Philadelphia.  The performance will take place in Market Square, located on Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA  19144 between Schoolhouse Lane and Church Lane.  Show will begin at 4PM. Bring Your Own Picnic & Seating. In 1980,…

Free

Acupuncture Open House

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

Hosted by Description (from host) It’s really happening! This August after 3 YEARS in the making, I’ll be earning my masters in acupuncture studies!! Yer boi is finally an acupuncturist! (I still need to take my licensing exams but coursework is complete!) Please celebrate with me August 11th at the Blackbird Rising in Germantown! • DJ set by @djdesireisfire • Info on Acupuncture • Raffle for prizes • Donations are always welcome! Funds will go toward board exam & licensing…

Free
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