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Family Fun Day

Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 100 W. Schoolhouse Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

PSD is excited to host Family Fun Day on May 3, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM! Join us for a free, fun-filled day for all ages. Kids can enjoy activities like a bounce house, games, and a live performance by magician Sam Sandler. Families can attend a special family panel moderated by Deaf author Sara Nović and check out two mini workshops: – ASL Lesson – Interpreter 101 Register now at psd.org/familyday Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to…

Free

Free Birth Certificate Clinics

Face to Face Germantown 123 E Price St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Do you need a birth certificate? Attend this free, in-person clinic. Clinics are first come, first serve for the first 40 participants. Identification NOT required.

Free

Timeless Beauty: Uncovering the Hidden History of Wyck’s Garden

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

The house and landscape of Wyck are among the only living examples of a type of gardening—and life—that has otherwise disappeared with time. Join Nicole Juday, landscape historian and author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, in an exploration of what Wyck’s garden can tell us about the people who gardened there for centuries, and how this property connects to the great Philadelphia legacy of horticulture. Proceeds from this event's ticket sales will support the ongoing care and maintenance of Wyck's…

Free

Keep Seniors Safe!

The Streets Department must act now on the Walnut Lane Complete Streets project to prevent more accidents & injuries!

Free

Nutritious & Delicious Community Lunch

St. Luke's Episcopal Church Germantown 5421 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

The Baynton Neighborhood Association & St. Luke's of Germantown invite you to this community lunch! All are welcome.

Free

Line Dancing

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

Hosted by Lonnie Young Advisory Council Description (from host) The Lonnie Young Advisory Council invites you to an afternoon of line dancing! Every Saturday from 12-2pm. Free & fun fitness!

Free

Cinco de Mayo Festival

Maplewood Mall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

🌮🎉 Join Us for Germantown’s First Cinco de Mayo Festival!🎉🌮 Mark your calendars for a vibrant celebration on May 3rd from 2 PM to 6 PM at Maplewood Mall, located with easy access at the corner of Armat and Greene st. Get ready to indulge in a delightful array of traditional Mexican cuisine! Enjoy mouth-watering tacos filled with your choice of savory meats, fresh vegetables, and zesty toppings. Savor the flavors of enchiladas, sizzling fajitas, and authentic guacamole made from…

Free

Germantown Growers Panel

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

Join us for a day of storytelling, featuring growers from Germantown's local agriculture scene--as they share their stories and their connection to their local food system. Featuring growers Grumblethorpe, Desiree Thompson, Mort Brook Memorial Farm, Rachel Popik, Old Tennis Court & Bakari Clark

Free

Rebel Potters Open House

Rebel Potters 6139 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

We are opening the doors to the community for another OPEN HOUSE! Come tour our space, watch teacher demos, shop the pottery sale, eat, drink, and bond with fellow potters. This event is fundraiser to help us purchase a new kiln and two pottery wheels, so bring a friend or two or more.

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

John King – Teacher By Teacher Book Tour

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

Greene Street Friends School, The Center for Black Educator Development and Uncle Bobbie's proudly bring to you a critical conversation on education in our current times. Join us as we welcome the former Secretary of Education, John B. King Jr. for the release of his new book, Teacher By Teacher. John will be in conversation with the CEO of The Center for Black Educator Development, Sharif El-Mekki. They will be discussing the book, John's journey and career and the current…

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 Think Tank

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

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. Pizza & Drinks will be provided!

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

Floating / Young American Music

Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room 6350 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
$10 – $20

St. Luke’s Friday Food Bank

St. Luke's Episcopal Church Germantown 5421 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Every Friday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am, St. Luke's Church opens its doors for our Food Pantry. Come and collect groceries to support you and your family. Let’s build a stronger community together! 🍞❤️

Free

Friday Night Rumba

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

Hosted by Imperfect Gallery Description (from host) Rumbas are Afro-Cuban percussion jam sessions held on Second Fridays. Rumbas are NOT performances, they’re an immersive experience. Pass the word! See y’all soon! Rocio & Renny

Free

Grumblethorpe’s 5th Annual Spring Plant Sale

Grumblethorpe 5267 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Pick up some vegetable, herb and flower starter plants for your home garden! Proceeds support Philalandmarks, Grumblethorpe Historic House & Gardens & their youth programs.

Free

Friday Night Clay Dates

Rebel Potters 6139 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Make a date with CLAY! Join us for a Friday evening of creativity and fun. Bring Friends, Family, or Yourself! April 11 – Garden PlantersMay 9 – Garden Wall PocketsJune 13 – Potter’s WheelJuly 11 – Fabulous VasesAugust 8 – Pitcher Perfect

$55

Germantown Kitchen Garden Plant Nursery

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

The plant nursery opens in just over a month! The greenhouse is filling up with veggie seedlings, and I'm starting to organize overwintered perennials and shrubs to see what we need this year. Please reach out - soon - if there's a tree or shrub or other ornamental you need for your garden, so I can try to find it and include it in my spring orders.We open in person on April 5th, but will be open for online orders…

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