fbpx
Our offices will be closed from 12/24 - 1/1 for winter break.

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.

 

 

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Filters

Changing any of the form inputs will cause the list of events to refresh with the filtered results.

Today

PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance

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

Hosted by PA CareerLink® Philadelphia Description (from host) Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink® Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Free

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

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

Jumpstart Germantown Think Tank

Jumpstart Germantown 4701 Germantown Ave, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Jumpstart Germantown Description (from host) Join us for an open Q&A + networking event where Jumpstarters take the stage to present real estate challenges in a supportive environment. Audience members will be encouraged to offer support and solutions. After the presentations there will be plenty of time for everyone to strategize & network. Location: 4701 Germantown Ave, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19144 Date: February 5th, 2025 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM Doors at 6:30. Program starts promptly at…

Free

Wellness Walks

The Farm @ Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Awbury Arboretum Description (from host) Awbury’s 56-acre landscape tucked away in Germantown is a serene escape from the fast pace of the city of Philadelphia. Join us on our Wellness Walks and immerse yourself in nature as we take a moderately paced stroll through gardens, woodlands, roam around the farm, and our ponds and meadows. Join us Monday’s & Thursday’s from 7:00 am – 8:00 am at The Farm at Awbury for our Wellness Walks led by wellness…

Free

The Music Studio @ Lonnie Young

Lonnie Young Recreation Center 1100 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024.  **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…

Free

Jerry Tanenbaum Jazz Jam Party

The Treasure's Cove 5547 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Jerry Tanenbaum Description (from host) Dinner at 6; music 7-10. BYOB but free spiked punch with dinner 5547 Germantown Ave The Treasure’s Cove

Free

Preschool Storytime

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

Hosted by Coleman Library Description (from host) Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and more! For children ages 2 to 5, along with an adult caregiver. Siblings are always welcome. Daycares and other groups should call the library to arrange their own special appointment.

Free

Scrapbooking: Collage Your Family Story

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

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.

Free

ADHD & Executive Functioning Workshop for Parents and Teens

Natural Creativity 5534-46 Pulaski Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Natural Creativity Description (from host) Are you or someone in your life struggling with executive functioning ? Join us to learn more! 🌟 Join Us for an ADHD & Executive Functioning Workshop! 🌟📅 When: Saturday, February 8, 2025⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM📍 Where: Natural Creativity Parents, teens, and families, this one’s for you! Whether you're navigating ADHD or simply curious about executive functioning, this workshop is packed with research-backed strategies to support self-regulation and skill development.…

$10

Twerk and Flow

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

Hosted by Rikki D. Description (from host) Twerk and Flow is a twerk yoga class that relies on intuitive movement led by Rikki D. In this new 4 part series offered at Black Bird Rising we're offering 4 different opportunities to twerk 4 different ways. You'll learn to know breath, meditation and yoga postures as tools to find your twerk. The rhythmic movement of the PELVIS known as twerking helps release trapped and stagnant energy in our bodies. You will…

$30

Black Men of Germantown Conference

First United Methodist Church of Germantown (FUMCOG) 6001 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) A powerful gathering celebrating community, resilience, and empowerment. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired! At 3pm there will be a Black Men only meditation. To register, email Dwight Woolford at dwightww@yahoo.com

Free

Compositions of Black Joy Book Launch Party

Germantown Historical Society 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Germantown Historical Society Description (from host) Join us for a FREE community event to commemorate the significance of Tieshka K. Smith's exhibit, Documenting the Philadelphia Juneteenth Festival In Germantown: A Visual Chronicle of Community, Resilience and Freedom. Artist & photographer Tieshka K. Smith has published a book to accompany the exhibit. Compositions of Black Joy: A Visual Chronicle of the Philadelphia Juneteenth Festival (2015-2022) will be a celebration of the stories, culture, and community that make the Philadelphia Juneteenth…

Free

Deep Rivers: How African Americans Waded Through the Waters of Oppression to Achieve Greatness in the Nineteenth Century

Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion 200 W Tulpehocken Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion Description (from host) Follow the journey of African Americans in the era after Emancipation, where they rose to prominence in business, the arts, cooking, and other fields. This guided program uses the rooms of the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion to tell their stories.   Space is limited. Reservations are required.

$14.10

Alters, Ancestors, Antiques

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

Hosted by BEACOUP HOODOO & BLK MKT Vintage Description (from host) We are thrilled to present "Altars, Ancestors & Antiques”, a two-hour dialogue and experience centered on our relationship to our elders and ancestors, as well as our connections to vintage and antique objects. Please join BEACOUP HOODOO’s very own Shantrelle Lewis as she hosts BLK MKT Vintage co-founders Jannah and Kiyanna Handy and Mama Koko (Kokahvah Zauditu-Selassie, Ph.D) for an intergenerational dialogue about ways to honor our ancestors in these times and how Black material culture…

$20 – $60

Headshot Photos

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

Hosted by Aaron Stallworth Photography Description (from host) Get a free headshot photo taken at the library! Headshots are great for enhancing your professional portfolio or LinkdIn profile. No appointments are needed. The last person will be taken 10 minutes before the program's end. Photographs by Aaron Stallworth of Aaron Stallworth Photography.

Free

Black Men’s Healing Circle

First United Methodist Church of Germantown (FUMCOG) 6001 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Heal Your Love Description (from host) Join us for the Black Men's Healing Circle on Saturday, February 8, 2025 in Germantown, Philadelphia. This in-person event aims to create a safe and nurturing space for the Black men of our community to come together and heal. Through breath work and sound healing, we facilitate a transformative healing experience that helps release anxiety, stress, and trauma from the body while helping you focus on gratitude, peace and love. We do this all in the safety…

$15

Philadelphia Fellowship for Black Artists Annual Exhibition

Ubuntu 5423 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Mural Arts Philadelphia Description (from host) A new exhibition is coming to Ubuntu! Join us for the Opening Reception of the Philadelphia Fellowship for Black Artists Annual Exhibition, Curated by Chelsey Luster, on Saturday, February 8, from 5–8 PM. This year’s show highlights the work of 15 emerging Black artists, celebrating creativity and community in Philly. The fellowship, launched in 2020, uplifts and supports Black artists through funding, resources, and opportunities. Be part of this meaningful moment—free entry,…

Free

Chocolate Love Note

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

Hosted by d'griot & Xoxoa Chocolates Description (from host) Come join blew + Ebo as they offer a fun experience and support gifting to your lover (friends + family included) for the Valentines season. All participants will leave with a card of their love poem and a locally made / ethically sourced bar of chocolate. Event will be hosted at d'griot gallery (soon to be cafe!) visit dgriot.co / Follow @dgriot.philly - Rent the gallery for your event! About Ebo…

$25

Super Bowl Watch Party

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

Hosted by Attic Brewing Co. Description (from host) Super Bowl Watch Party! Yes, we will have The Birds on the big screen! Thank you to everyone who has come out all season to watch the Eagles!!! Let’s Go!!!

Free

‘Takes A Village Storyhour

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

Hosted by Koku-Roko Description (from host) Bring the whole family to enjoy tales representing black and brown peoples, play, and foster community. Led by Koku-Roko Learning Co-op, in we gather like-minded families; easing the load of parenting and offering a curious space to explore. More about Koku-Roko Koku-Roko is a Black and brown-led co-operative space for cultural enrichment and liberated learning. We curate child-centered and family-encouraged educational experiences to support the development of creative continuous learners and conscious critical thinkers.

Free

Wellness Walks

The Farm @ Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Awbury Arboretum Description (from host) Awbury’s 56-acre landscape tucked away in Germantown is a serene escape from the fast pace of the city of Philadelphia. Join us on our Wellness Walks and immerse yourself in nature as we take a moderately paced stroll through gardens, woodlands, roam around the farm, and our ponds and meadows. Join us Monday’s & Thursday’s from 7:00 am – 8:00 am at The Farm at Awbury for our Wellness Walks led by wellness…

Free

The Music Studio @ Lonnie Young

Lonnie Young Recreation Center 1100 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by BuildaBridge Description (from host) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 1/15/2024.  **WE'LL OPEN UP REGISTRATION AGAIN IN 2-3 WEEKS. **THE NEXT PROGRAM SHOULD BE BEGINNING IN MARCH **FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAIT LIST **WE'LL BE IN TOUCH IF SPACE OPENS UP Build A Bridge is sponsoring The Music Studio @ The Lonnie Young Recreation Center from 4:00 PM to 5:30PM, Monday and Thursday, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138. The program is free. In…

Free

GREAT Garden Visioning

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

Hosted by GREAT Description (from host) It is time to get our garden plans together. Why not create a garden vision board with like members of @greatgtown We will have cardboard for you. Please R.S.V.P. to let us know you are coming. See you all this upcoming Monday February 10, 2025 at 5pm at the @jeclibrary Bring some extra magazines if you can! ✍️💚🌻✨🪶 @greengrocercee @sewsophisticatedpoet

Free
Stay Updated

© 2024 Germantown United CDC. All Rights Reserved.