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Movies on the Block: Creed

Awbury Recreation Center 6101 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Philadelphia Film Society Join the Philadelphia Film Society and our community partners for an evening that celebrates the transformative power of film across Philadelphia neighborhoods. This free event features a collaboration with the EMIR Healing Center and NW Action Alliance, offering a variety of activities, experiencing live performances by local talent, and don’t miss out on exciting giveaways throughout the event. This event aims to promote community, unity, and healing in a city affected by gun violence trauma.…

Free

Top of the Block Give Back

Happy Hollow Recreation Center 4800 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Kids day! Bike raffle giveaway, popcorn, water ice, cotton candy & more.

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 Thread: Opening Ceremony

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

Hosted by Salt Trails Philly Description (from host) The Thread is a temporary public activation to hold space for grief and connectivity. Visitors to the installation in Philadelphia are invited to use the disconnected rotary phone to “call” their lost loved ones. The opening ceremony will take place on Sat., July 20th from 10:00 - 11:30 AM at Vernon Park. The event will include live music, community art creation, storytelling, and the opportunity to engage with the phone. This event…

Free

The Business of Photography?

Ubuntu 5423 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Ubuntu Description (from host) Calling all Photographers! What is the business of photography? And how do we intersect with it in our creative journeys? Join us at Ubuntu Fine Art Gallery on August 30th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM for an engaging meet-up to explore these questions. Led by Steven CW Taylor, this free event invites photographers to share insights, exchange ideas, and discuss the many paths within the business of photography.

Free

Imperfect Labor Day Party

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

Description (from host) So the end of this month August 31st me and the playa @angelrafaelmusic hosting and bringing a Labor Day party to the tree garden bought to u by @imperfectgallery location across the street from the gallery DOORS at 8 STARTING 8:30 Music byDj @olwfmBand@paulitomuse @fredgenivs at AntAlso performing@braylynn.nahja @kamalich_ka @jeide8trackBBQ by @smithpoultryYuca by @rennymolenaar

$15

Summer Grief Walk in Nature

Philly Goat Project @ Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Philly Goat Project & This Hallowed Wilderness Description (from host) "Our program will be begin at 12pm at the Barn and include optional goat walks, discussion and reflection. We start right on time, check this website and our social media for weather related changes. All people, all ages and stages of grief are welcome. You do not need to share; you can just be with us. This program is free and takes place quarterly, every season. Loss and…

Free

Free Movie Showing: Lion King

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

Hosted by Friends of Vernon Park Description (from host) Join Friends of Vernon Park for a free showing of The Lion King, Saturday, July 20, at sunset in Vernon Park. All are welcome! Free animal masks for children.

Free

Build an Ecosystem in a Cookie Jar!

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

Hosted by Candice Price Description (from host) Come join us on Mon Jul 22, 2024 at 11:00 AM at 53 Maplewood Mall for a fun and interactive event where you can create your very own TERRARIUM in a 1 gal. cookie jar! Learn about the importance of ecosystems and how to care for them while getting your hands dirty. A great summer activity on a hot day in a beautiful air conditioned art gallery in the heart of Historic Germantown on Historic Maplewood Mall, "d'griot art gallery" soon…

$75
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
Event Series Germantown Zine Workshop

Germantown Zine Workshop

Weaver's Way Germantown Outreach Office 326 West Chelten Avenue #B, 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

Braid Mill Night Market

Braid Mill 441 High Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Braid Mill Description (from host) Join us for a night of fun, food, and shopping! Explore unique vendors offering handmade crafts, delicious eats, and much more. Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable evening. VENDORS: @mountairycandleco - Hand poured candles@houseofstuyvesant - Chic neutral jewelry and home decor@puretruth_culinary - Private event catering, Halal meal prep and private chef services@beelinkedpermanentjewelry - Permanent jewelry@angerandpaper - Apparel inspired by retro gaming@m.caseydesigns - Artistic handmade products@makeupbytoni215 - Skin and body boutique …and many more being announced soon!

Free

Game Night Mixer

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

Hosted by Sophisticated Soldier Description (from host) Inviting all creatives, entrepreneurs, business owners, designers, and artists. Come out for a good time in a great atmosphere with great people for socializing, networking and collaborating. Let's share some ideas, grow and build together, the Sophisticated Way 😊 Serving snacks & sangria.

Free

Germantown Art & Sound

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

Description (from host) Join us on 4th Friday for Germantown Art & Sound, a kickback for local creatives with an art show highlighting local artists. Complete with complimentary wine, live music and a playlist that is uniquely curated by our guests, we deliver your Friday night vibes just right. Event Details Tickets: Suggested donation of $10. Cash, cash app, venmo and card accepted at the door. Food & Drink: Complimentary wine and a food vendor will be available. This event…

$10
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
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

Imperfect Gallery Block Party

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

Hosted by Imperfect Gallery Description (from host) Come one, come all! Let’s celebrate the diversity in our city and in our country, the diversity that makes us strong and resilient, the diversity that shows us our shared humanity. Right on our 5500 block of Germantown Ave (bet Schoolhouse Ln & Armat St), we’ll have a taco truck and maybe others plus vendors galore, a place to celebrate the contributions of our immigrant friends and neighbors so they feel welcomed and…

Free

Garden Volunteer Day

Maplewood Mall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Hosted by Germantown United CDC, Jeantel Landscaping, Germantown Kitchen Garden & Maplewood Mall Description Participate in stewarding your neighborhood gardens at Maplewood Mall and Greene & Chelten Plaza. All ages and skill levels welcome! Learn about plants while helping beautify our neighborhood. Tools provided. Bring your own gloves if you have them. For more info, email info@@germantownunitedcdc.org.

Free

Tone Me Up Yoga

Maplewood Mall Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Description (from host) Let’s get pumped up for our 'Tone Me Up' yoga class! We’ll be focusing on shaping up, boosting energy, and feeling fantastic 🤍 Strengthen your muscles, find your balance, and leave feeling refreshed. Let's tone up 💪🏽and rock those poses together! Please bring a mat.

$20
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

Tree Print + Leaf Collage Workshop

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

Description (from host) Make tree prints to bring home, from stumps of local fallen trees and paint/collage/stitch with sturdy Uva de Mar leaves! About the tree prints: We’ll have white craft paper; feel free to bring your own thicker white paper or smooth fabric. The prints make excellent gifts and home decor. The printers’ ink we use is not water-resistant. About the leaves: Leaves can be amazing catalysts for creativity because they are already so textured and beautiful. Rather than…

$40

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
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