Seed-Saving Series
Hosted by Germantown Residents for Economic Alternatives Together (G.R.E.A.T.) Description (from host)
Free
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Uncle Bobbie’s X Mike Africa Jr. – On A Move
First United Methodist Church of Germantown (FUMCOG) 6001 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Uncle Bobbie's Description (from host) Join us for an important discussion with with activist and writer whose family was targeted in the MOVE bombings, Mike Africa Jr. Mike is the author of, On A Move: Philadelphia's Notorious Bombing and a Native Son's Lifelong Battle for Justice. He will be in conversation with our own Marc Lamont Hill to discuss the book, and his incredible journey since the bombing almost 40 years ago. You do not want to miss…
$7 – $35
Healing Verse Germantown Poetry Workshop
Johnson House Historic Site 6306 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted 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
Be Free Wednesdays
d'griot 51 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted 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
Fiber Friends
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library 68 West Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesDescription (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
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
Nourishing Our Neighborhood!
John B. Kelly School 5116 Pulaski Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by John B. Kelly School Description (from host) 📣 KELLY FAMILIES!! Come out to Report Card Conferences on Nov. 15th for Nourishing our Neighborhood! There will be light refreshments and 🌽🥦🍊🍎🍗 FOOD GIVEAWAY! Spread the word! Sponsored by State Rep. Parker @repdarishaparker! Join us!
Free
Germantown Info Hub Open Office Hours
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library 68 West Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Germantown Info Hub Description (from host) Chat with the Germantown Info Hub to connect, learn more about our work, and tell us more about what you want to see when we host our Open Office Hours at the Joseph E. Coleman Library this Friday, November 15, from 12-3 p.m. 📅 You can also learn more about the @equalinfo215 text line and @phldocumenters, as we’ll have those teams with us! 📲
Free
Last Supper
Imperfect Gallery 5539 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by iMPeRFeCT Gallery Description (from host) The Last Suppers are back and this one falls on the Full Moon! Our monthly dinners for rent are magical gatherings around a long table to feast in support of our work. We (Renny and Rocio) will open up our home and cook up a storm for our guests.
$30
Fernhill Tennis
Fernhill Park 4600 Morris St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesDescription (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
PoeTree Nomad
Hosted by d'griot Description (from host) offering a time of pause to deepen or activate your writing practice. opening up spaces of insight to re-connect to your own magic of being human a series of poetry workshops, meeting outside at secret locations across the Philadelphia area...under trees or inside spaces accompanied by natural elements. influenced by afro-diasporic + indigenous voices Inclement weather, classes take place at d'griot gallery + herbshoppe (51 Maplewood Mall 19144) Taught by blew kind: afro-indigenous artist, poet, momma,…
$15 – $30
Germantown Farmers Market
Market Square 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Description (from host) Vendors:
Free
Grief Walk in Nature
The Farm @ Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Philly Goat Project + Naila Francis Description (from host) Philly Goat Project is proud to partner with Grief Coach, Naila Francis, and offer the community Free Grief Walks in Nature alongside our herd of 13 goats. We welcome anyone to join us, regardless of loss and regardless of time since the loss. Our 2-hour program starts right at 12pm with a brief guided meditation. Then we will embark on a quiet 30-minute walk (goat walking optional) through the…
Free
Community Conversation
Belfield Recreation Center 2109 W Chew Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by the School District of Philadelphia Description (from host) Join the conversation in person to discuss our facilities in the School District of Philadelphia.
Free
Wild Wisdom & Potluck
The Farm @ Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Awbury Arboretum & Many Hands Apothecary Description (from host) The Wild Wisdom course is designed to introduce common and underutilized wild edible, medicinal, and craft plants of the Philadelphia bio-region, ancestral homeland of the Lenape/Wingohocking people. Wild Wisdom will teach you to find, harvest, prepare, and cook wild foraged plants! The course is offered as a 4-part 3-hour workshop series covering each season’s bountiful harvest: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Classes can be taken as a stand-alone class,…
$40
Germantown Night Market
Maplewood Mall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Maplewood Mall Collective Description (from host) ✨ Get ready for Germantown’s FIRST ANNUAL NIGHT MARKET! Join us on November 16th from 4 PM to 9 PM on Maplewood Mall for an unforgettable evening of local vendors, delicious food, live music, and community fun! Interested in bringing out your food truck? Send us an email or DM! Bring your friends and family to celebrate our vibrant community! Don’t miss out!
Free
Wild Indigo with Niki Herd and M. Nzadi Keita
Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room 6350 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Wild Indigo Poetry Description (from host) Following two spectacular poetry and social justice events this fall, Wild Indigo is thrilled to present Germantown's own M. Nzadi Keita and Copper Canyon poet Niki Herd! Full bios and info on their NEW BOOKS are below.The reading will be back indoors in November and the open mic is back! Bring your poem to share - sign up is first come, first served. $5 suggested donation - more if you can! Note…
$5
Be Free Wednesdays
d'griot 51 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted 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
Fiber Friends
Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library 68 West Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesDescription (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
Embroidery Workshop
Wyck House 6026 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted 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
Adult Art Club
Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room 6350 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Adult Art Club & Young American Hard Cider Description (from host) Come join us for the soft launch of a new Adult Art Club Recurring Monthly Meet-Up at Young American Hard Cider called “Cider & Crafts Creative”, beginning Wednesday, November 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…
$13 – $18
Coffee Chat
Face to Face Germantown 123 E Price St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by Face to Face Germantown Description (from host) Enjoy a cup of coffee while you learn more about Face to Face from our Executive Director, MaryKay Meeks-Hank. This informal gathering is an ideal way to hear about the growth of Face to Face and the exciting new things happening today. An optional facility tour is included at the end. Coffee Chats are offered 5 times a year. Our next Coffee Chat is Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:30am. RSVP…
Free
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
Third Thursday Jam Session
d'griot 51 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesHosted by d'griot Description (from host) Jam + open mic + food + vendors + bonfire
$10
