
The Arthur Ross Gallery at the University of Pennsylvania is delighted to announce Hung Liu: Happy and Gay, on view August 15–October 26, 2025. This timely traveling exhibition celebrates the […]
Find things to do in University City and West Philadelphia with our calendar of events including restaurants promotions, concerts, live theater, community meetings, art galleries, and public spaces. Scroll to the bottom to submit an event for our consideration.
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Hung Liu: Happy and Gay Exhibit Opening Reception
![]() The Arthur Ross Gallery at the University of Pennsylvania is delighted to announce Hung Liu: Happy and Gay, on view August 15–October 26, 2025. This timely traveling exhibition celebrates the […]
2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration
![]() 🌸 Sharanya Inc. presents the 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration! 🌸 All are welcome on September 26–28, 2025 at Penn Alexander School, University City, Philadelphia for three days of joy, […]
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![]() Join Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, author of Plátanos Are Love, for an interactive workshop on how to write and publish picture books. Discussion topics include pathways to becoming an author, creativity, publishing, […] |
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Adjunctions, the platform dedicated to connecting and supporting adjunct and non-tenured faculty, is hosting a happy hour to celebrate and connect educators. Attendees can register for the platform on-site to […] |
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![]() A new exhibition curated by undergraduate students from the University of Pennsylvania explores the deep human history associated with a popular hue that has stood the test of time—Into the Blue: The Pursuit […] ![]() Calvary Church hosts Spirituality on Tap, an informal monthly gathering to discuss - not debate - questions related to spirituality, theology, religion, etc. While SOT is not explicitly an interfaith […] |
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![]() We are excited to invite community members to a volunteer day at the Walnut Hill Playground! These efforts will kick off phase 2 of the playground renovations. After installing a […]
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![]() Welcome to our repair fair at WPTL! Bring one item that need to be repaired. This item should be a handheld power tool or small appliance. We have limited experience/equipment […]
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![]() The West Philly Artist Yard Sale is back! Join Black Hound Clay West on Saturday October 4 from 12-4 for the best art yard sale out there! supplies, discounted art, […] |
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![]() All are welcome to the HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy for the Fourth Annual HMS Community Day at its campus at 4400 Baltimore Ave! This free community event […] |
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![]() In this class, we'll be making matcha bowls, also known as chawans, which are the traditional ceramic bowls used for making and drinking matcha. Each student will learn about the […] |
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![]() Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when […] |
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![]() Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, invasive species removal, and support greenhouse maintenance. Registered volunteers will meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide […] |
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![]() Celebrating Indigenous culture, history, and resilience with co-host Ollin Yoliztli Calmecac. Enjoy live performances, vendors, workshops, and more. More details TBA. |
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![]() University City District is hosting a laid back, family-friendly fall event at Trolley Portal Gardens (40th and Baltimore) on Thursday, October 16th from 4 to 6 PM. Come by and get […] |
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![]() A parent café is a place where parents of all types can gather and share their stories, their experiences, their worries, their fears, their wisdom, and find community and strength […] ![]() Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when […] |
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![]() In this class, we'll be making mugs, perfect for coffee, tea, soup, or anything really! Choose to make a larger soup mug or a set of two mugs. This class […]
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![]() Learn about the history of this medicinal cider and its health benefits, as well as how to prepare and store it. This workshop takes place at Mill Creek Farm (4901 […]
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![]() In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to design and build your own custom wooden bookshelf using basic woodworking tools and techniques. Perfect for beginners and intermediate DIYers alike, this […]
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![]() Mark your calendars! Parktoberfest is happening Saturday, October 18, from 2–8 PM at Clark Park. A family-friendly fundraiser with live music from local bands, craft beers from neighborhood breweries, and […] |
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![]() Your expert tour guide will share scholarly insights and rich interpretation beyond the object labels—with a spooky twist. Ask questions, explore complex themes, and unlock surprising connections across cultures as […]
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![]() Spooky Season is here! Help us ring in Halloween this year by singing your favorite tunes, hosted by Pirate Pebbs from Dr. Thunder Karaoke. All ages are welcome, so everyone […]
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![]() In this class, we'll be learning about Nerikomi, a traditional Japanese technique of layering different colored clay bodies to create agate or marbled surfaces. This technique can be seen in […]
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![]() Join Penn Museum for journaling in the garden lead by mindfulness specialist Dr. Hava Rose. Connect with the garden surroundings through a 30-minute intentional journaling exercise, then mingle and enjoy a […] |
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![]() A parent café is a place where parents of all types can gather and share their stories, their experiences, their worries, their fears, their wisdom, and find community and strength […] ![]() Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when […] |
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![]() Join us for a fun hands-on cyanotype workshop featuring your photos! Participants will learn how to create striking blue-and-white prints using one of the oldest photographic processes. You'll coat paper, […] ![]() Your expert tour guide will share scholarly insights and rich interpretation beyond the object labels—with a spooky twist. Ask questions, explore complex themes, and unlock surprising connections across cultures as […]
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![]() Join Bethanna CUA 10 and Caring People Alliance CUA 6 for an evening of creativity. They’ll have pumpkins ready to paint, plenty of colors to choose from, and lots of […] |
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![]() Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when […]
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![]() Learn why you should consider saving your historic windows and how you can restore them —no experience needed! In this hands-on workshop at the West Philly Tool Library, you'll practice […] |
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![]() A new exhibition curated by undergraduate students from the University of Pennsylvania explores the deep human history associated with a popular hue that has stood the test of time—Into the Blue: The Pursuit […]
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![]() Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a lively holiday blending of Indigenous Mexican beliefs and traditions with the Catholic celebrations of All Saints’ Day and All […]
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![]() Join us for the final installment of the West Philly Skill Share! Did you customize your Myspace to perfection back in the day but forgotten HTML? Are you interested in […] |
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