Inspired by Philadelphia’s thriving prom culture, the What is West? Facilitators team up with the Teen Art Lab students to create a safe space for creative youth to enjoy prom and explore safety through creativity. Alongside food, performances, and interactive art, an exhibition about the What is West? Project will be shared. This event is on June 7th and is free and open to the public! RSVP is highly encouraged.
Afrvbz invites you to an evening of joy, movement and meditation in community. Join us as we dance to dynamic upbeat rhythms of afrobeats and amapiano followed by a group mediation and post social hang out
West Philadelphia’s favorite welcome to springtime, Spruce Hill May Fair, will return to Clark Park for its 67th year. This family-friendly event for all will be held on Saturday, May 10, 12:00-6:00 p.m.
Come experience all the traditional highlights of this community party! Seventy community organizations and local craft vendors will line the shady paths with helpful information and attractive goods. Live bands will perform during the fair. Children’s activities include art, games, a bouncy parlor and a petting zoo. Food vendors will ply you with lunch and snacks.
The May Fair is the chief annual fundraising activity for Spruce Hill Community Association. Learn about the many public-service projects that SHCA contributes to the community. You can contribute — and have fun doing so! — by buying tickets to win one of its splendid raffle baskets as well as a silent auction.
There will be no rain date. For more information on the May Fair, contact RichGuffanti@gmail.com
Join Monica Fauble, Licensed Acupuncturist and Certified Yoga Teacher, for a special seasonal-alignment restorative yoga workshop exploring the energy of summer according to Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture theory.
Summer is the season of the heart in Chinese Medicine. During this workshop we will explore gentle heart-opening poses to help you connect with your heart and rekindle your inner spark.
Along with a short talk about how to best harmonize with the energy of summer, participants will receive handouts with seasonal health tips and journaling prompts to help them make the most of this season.
Join cineSPEAK to celebrate where the organization is headed this year!
They will be announcing the lineup for our 2025 Under the Stars film festival, debuting a brand new website, and sharing other big updates for our organization.
Gather with neighbors, Team cinéSPEAK, and our partners to get excited for outdoor movie season. Enjoy complimentary beverages (alcoholic and nonalcoholic), snacks, and music and good vibes.
Come dressed in your flowery springy best!
Event Flow: —7 PM: Doors – with music vibes by Ishtar Sr. and live projections by Oluwafemi —8 PM: Special Remarks & Trailers —8:20 – 9PM: Mix & Mingle
**Plus! 9 PM – 2 AM @ Dahlak Paradise (4708 Baltimore Ave): Be sure to join us for the official after party with the Chester Gifted Program DJs as they raise funds for our exciting projects ahead! FREE / Suggested Solidarity Donation: $10 // 21+ cash bar & Food for purchase
The beloved UCHS House Tour returns featuring the delightful and historic neighborhood of Powelton Village! This event provides a special opportunity to look into one of Philadelphia’s most cherished neighborhoods.
The fifteen houses in this Spring’s tour feature everything from artist enclaves and modern interpretations to the eclectic collections of lives well-traveled. Discover the iconic Italianate, Queen Anne, and Second Empire homes of this neighborhood.
Proceeds benefit preservation initiatives in West Philadelphia.
Join Plant and People for their annual Big Ass Plant Sale to grab amazing deals on houseplants, veggies, herbs, fruits, and pots, reconnect with fellow plant lovers, and celebrate our growing community. Plus, they’ve got some fun planty activities planned to make it a great day for the whole family!
The Penn Relays is America’s oldest and largest track and field competition. Since 1895, the University of Pennsylvania has hosted this age-inclusive annual track and field event at Franklin Field, bringing thousands of fans to the neighborhood. Get involved in the fun and come out to cheer on the nearly 15,000 participants competing in categories like the 50 and older 100mm dash, and the College Women’s Hammer Throw Championship.
The Pearlstein Gallery is pleased to announce CONTEMPORARY RUIN future visions as our spring exhibition of 2025. The exhibition, curated by Philadelphia artist Nancy Agati, features local artists, designers, and Drexel University students whose works examine the pervasive presence of ruin alongside strategies for mitigation and resilience in urban contexts.
Featured Artists: Michelle Marcuse, Tim Portlock, Yannick Lowery, Mia Fabrizio, Emily Erb, Terri Saulin, Sophie C. White, Julia Way, Joseph E.B. Elliott, Jennifer Johnson, Kelsey Skaroff, Daniel Van Dyk, and Helen and Newton Harrison
There will be an Artist Reception on April 25th from 5 – 7pm.
A seed bomb workshop, led by associate clinical professor Denise Wolf, will take place on Friday, May 9th from 2 – 4pm.
Philly Track Jawn is excited to return for part 2 of Runnin’ On Business, a Philly Track Jawn designed to bring free and accessible running + walking events to communities throughout Philly.
This event is great for:
Getting people from and in the neighborhood moving
Building bridges to create meaningful connections across communities
Driving support to small businesses in historically underserved communities
Join us for our kickoff event as we get going, connect with the community, and support local businesses.
Event Details:
Start: Plant & People
Distance Options: 10K Run | 5K Jog | 2K Walk | 0K Yoga
Cost: FREE (RSVP required)
After the run/walk, the group will gather to support local businesses and continue building connections in the neighborhood.
How You Can Get Involved:
Sign up to participate, whether you’re running or walking.
Volunteer to help with event logistics.
RSVP now to secure your spot & bring some friends with you!
Philly’s first Yemeni specialty coffee house is almost here! Join Haraz Coffee for the Grand Opening Celebration on April 17th at 11 AM till 8pm at 3421 Chestnut Street, University City.
Enjoy live music, delicious food & drinks, fun activities, and exclusive goodie bags for the first 50 guests! Don’t miss your chance to experience the bold flavors and cultural heritage of Yemen, right in the heart of Philly.
Join Calvary Church the first Thursday of every month (except July & August) for Spirituality on Tap, an informal gathering to discuss – not debate – questions related to spirituality, theology, religion, etc.
While SOT is not explicitly interfaith, and some discussions may be specific to a Christian context, we welcome all faith and religious/non-religious backgrounds and identities. The focus is on learning from each other.
Come out on May 1st to celebrate with the Paul Robeson Annual Birthday Celebration & Fundraiser to honor Paul Robeson’s 127th Birthday!
Paul Robeson was a renowned, multi-talented figure, known for his accomplishments as a singer, actor, scholar, athlete, and political activist. In his time taking center stage, his performances and advocacy for human rights and social justice has been recognized domestically and internationally.
The “Paul Robeson House” housed Paul Robseon, his sister Marian Forsythe and her husband, Dr. James Forsythe, from 1966 until his death in 1976. The house & museum is located at 4951 Walnut St. in West Philadelphia.
is a museum that was the home of the renowned artist, actor, and activist Paul Robeson, located at 4951 Walnut Street in West Philadelphia, where he lived with his sister Marian Forsythe and her husband, Dr. James Forsythe, from 1966 until his death in 1976.
Ultra Silk Gallery is thrilled to announce the grand re-opening of Ultra Silk Gallery & The Silk Tent, now united under one roof at 3859 Lancaster Avenue! Join them on Second Friday, April 11th, 2025, from 5 PM to 8 PM for an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and global treasures.
Experience the best of both worlds—captivating fine art and handcrafted international goods—as they celebrate this exciting new chapter. Enjoy live music from special guest performers, exquisite artwork, a curated selection of rare finds from around the world, and delicious food & drinks in a beautifully reimagined space.
This event is open to all, but RSVP is required for entry. Feel free to share this event with fellow art lovers and cultural enthusiasts. Secure your spot now by clicking the RSVP link below!
Orchestra 2001 presents chamber music by Justinian Tamusuza, a leading voice in contemporary African art music and Uganda’s foremost living composer.
Drumming is at the heart of almost all cultures in Africa. ENGOMA ENTEERA means “drumming without singing and dancing” in the Luganda language. In Tamusuza’s music for harps, string quartet, woodwind quintet, and mixed ensemble, drumming rhythms will be heard without the use of actual drums, played instead on harp, cello, bassoon, French horn, or electric guitar.
“Mbeera Ggwe Wantonda” for two prepared harps “Abaana Bange” for soprano saxophone, marimba, and electric guitar “Mu Kkubo Ery ‘Omusaalaba” for string quartet “Abaafa Luli” for woodwind quintet
This Orchestra 2001 performance is presented with support from The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.
The West Philly Bizarre is an awesome local flea, clothing, health & beauty, and art market with 30 to 60 vendors every Bizarre. It’s a great place to spend a Saturday–outside, meeting people, and supporting local artists and makers. Come say hi!
Other dates to add to the calendar. April 12, 2025 April 19, 2025 May 3, 2025 May 24, 2025 May 31, 2025 June 7, 2025 June 28, 2025 July 5, 2025 July 12, 2025 July 19, 2025 July 26, 2025 August 2, 2025 August 9, 2025 August 16, 2025 September 6, 2025 September 13, 2025 September 27, 2025 October 4, 2025 October 25, 2025 November 1, 2025 November 8, 2025 November 15, 2025 November 22, 2025
University City District’s networking event series University City MIX heads outdoors on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM.
Join University City District at the uCity Square Beer Garden (37th and Cuthbert) for networking and pay-as-you-go drinks from Two Locals Brewing Company at the The Lawn at uCity Square.
The uCity Square Beer Garden is an outdoor venue, so this event will be fair-weather only. In the event of inclement weather, we’ll postpone until Thursday, April 24th. Registered guests will be notified via email in the event of postponement.
About the Lawn: The Lawn at uCity Square is a playful pop-up space where the neighborhood can find shade, feel the grass beneath their feet, and enjoy events like live music, movies, fitness classes, crafts, and more. The uCity Square Beer Garden is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4 PM to 7 PM all season long. See their full calendar of events here.
About Two Locals: Richard and Mengistu Koiler made history when they opened Two Locals Brewing Company, the first Black-owned brewery in Philadelphia, in January of 2024 at 3675 Market Street within uCity Square. Two Locals serves a growing selection of house-brewed beers and food provided by Liberty Kitchen. See the video we produced about their journey from brewing at home to opening up their flagship store in University City.
University City District is grateful to uCity Square for hosting this installment of University City Mix.
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This recurring series – hosted by Calvary Church twice a week (Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesdays, 10-11 am) – covers the basics of yoga. It’s suitable for beginners or those who want to deepen their alignment and understanding of the fundamentals. The practice is gentle and accessible, with plenty of modifications to suit each person’s needs. All levels and bodies welcome!
Bring your own mat if possible (some extras will be available). The series is free, though donations are welcome to help offset expenses.
Please use the 48th Street entrance (an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details).
This Summer, enjoy live art and music with the return of Pop Ups at the Portal!
Denise King is an international jazz musician who is influenced by the greats of music, from Simone to Sinatra. King has performed all over the world, and we are excited to welcome her to the Portal for this special, hometown show!
Presented by local artist Gretchen Elise, we invite all to come out every Thursday between May 8 – June 5, and enjoy 5 weeks of all age music, warm weather, and connecting with your community.
May 8: Denise King: international jazz vocalist
May 15: Joshua Mitchell: electric, soulful vibes & Nelly Yoga Fitness: Line dance party
May 22: Youbakora: 72nd generation kora player
May 29: Ants on a Long: Music for children & child like people
This Summer, enjoy live art and music with the return of Pop Ups at the Portal! Presented by local artist Gretchen Elise, we invite all to come out every Thursday between May 8 – June 5, and enjoy 5 weeks of all age music, warm weather, and connecting with your community.
May 8: Denise King: international jazz vocalist
May 15: Joshua Mitchell: electric, soulful vibes & Nelly Yoga Fitness: Line dance party
May 22: Youbakora: 72nd generation kora player
May 29: Ants on a Long: Music for children & child like people
This Summer, enjoy live art and music with the return of Pop Ups at the Portal!
Youba Cissohko, aka YoubaKora, is a 72nd-generation master kora player from Senegal. The kora, a traditional West African string instrument, is known for its beautiful melodies and rich history.
With decades of experience, Youba Kora brings a unique musical tradition to life. We are honored to have him join us at the Portal for a special performance!
Presented by local artist Gretchen Elise, we invite all to come out every Thursday between May 8 – June 5, and enjoy 5 weeks of all-age music, warm weather, and connecting with your community.
May 8: Denise King: international jazz vocalist
May 15: Joshua Mitchell: electric, soulful vibes & Nelly Yoga Fitness: Line dance party
May 22: Youbakora: 72nd generation kora player
May 29: Ants on a Long: Music for children & child like people
All are welcome to join us for this edition of Pop-Ups at the Portal!
Ants on a Log creates music for children and childlike people. With a focus on positivity, social justice and silliness, this concert will surely be a time to remember.
Pop-Ups at the Portal, presented by local artist Gretchen Elise, is hosted every Thursday between May 8 – June 5. Enjoy 5 weeks of all age music, warm weather, and connecting with your community
May 8: Denise King: international jazz vocalist
May 15: Joshua Mitchell: electric, soulful vibes & Nelly Yoga Fitness: Line dance party
May 22: Youbakora: 72nd generation kora player
May 29: Ants on a Long: Music for children & child like people
This Summer, enjoy live art and music with the return of Pop Ups at the Portal! Presented by local artist Gretchen Elise, we invite all to come out every Thursday between May 8 – June 5, and enjoy 5 weeks of all age music, warm weather, and connecting with your community.
May 8: Denise King: international jazz vocalist
May 15: Joshua Mitchell: electric, soulful vibes & Nelly Yoga Fitness: Line dance party
May 22: Youbakora: 72nd generation kora player
May 29: Ants on a Long: Music for children & child like people
Joe Morris will be joined by former student and philly klezmer/experimental crossover star Dan Blacksberg. The always wily Carlos Santiago rounds out the trio. Their set will be played freely.
Joe Morris- Guitar
Dan Blacksberg- Trombone
Carlos Santiago- Violin
Inverse and Obverse is a quartet rooted in a phenomenological approach to creative music. like the great philosopher Maurice Merleau-Ponty, we are examining the skin of the world, the very nature by which objects and sensations emerge from an interconnected web of being. It is this tenderness to the moment, and each other, which allows us to play poly-idiomatically.
Tickets are $5-20, no one turned away for lack of funds. This concert is sponsored by Philly Music Factory.
Elevate your Empanada Making skills, savoring Northwest Argentine flavors with Chef Jezabel Careaga.
Pre-Event Check-In before your class to confirm details, answer any questions and address any dietary restrictions.
• The experience includes hands-on instruction, all ingredients, and equipment to craft your own empanadas.
• Plenty of empanadas to enjoy and a NW Argentine-inspired dinner featuring seasonal produce, local beef, and our signature flan.
• Parking: free street parking is available on Walnut and 45th streets north of Locust. Ride-sharing is encouraged.
About:
Step into the heart of NW Argentina through an immersive empanada-making experience at Jezabel’s. Guided by our chef, you’ll learn the art of crafting empanadas from scratch, from kneading the perfect dough to mastering traditional folds.
Your journey continues at our communal candlelit table, where you’ll enjoy the empanadas you’ve prepared alongside a multi-course meal inspired by the flavors of Argentina. Expect a thoughtfully curated menu featuring seasonal ingredients, bold Andean spices, and time-honored techniques.
Throughout the evening, we’ll share the stories and traditions that shape our food, weaving together culture, memory, and craftsmanship. Whether you’re here for the love of cooking, the joy of gathering, or the pleasure of discovery, this experience is designed to transport you.
Join us for an evening where food is more than a meal—it’s a story, a connection, and an invitation to savor the moment.
Readers of all ages can read to Huey, our certified therapy dog! Both independent readers and those still learning can practice reading skills to gain confidence in reading and interacting with animals. Yes, you can pet them too! You may wish to call in advance day-of to confirm that Huey will be here today.
Celebrate with us on Saturday, April 19, 2025, as we officially open our expanded space dedicated to plants, wellness, and community. We are excited to share this new space with our community and showcase what we can create and celebrate together as it begins to blossom.
Event Highlights:
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Samplings from Nourish Café:
Free wellness samples (while supplies last)
Chari massages
Hourly raffles
The new Plant and People Shop + Café is a space for connection, creativity, and well-being. Explore a curated selection of lush plants, eco-friendly products, and wellness essentials while enjoying locally sourced, healthy food and beverages. Our space will also host weekly classes, a Pick & Pot Station, community events, and outdoor seating for the summer.
This event is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy all the activities.
The 5th annual BAPS (Big A** Plant Sale) is a day full of everything planty. Demos, plant based food, pots and a lot of plants.
Kick off the growing season at Plant & People’s Annual Spring Plant Sale & Market! Shop an unbeatable selection of houseplants, veggie and herb starts, and garden favorites at special event pricing. Enjoy delicious plant-based food and botanical drinks while you browse, connect with fellow plant lovers, and get everything you need to grow this season. Don’t miss out, come early for the best picks!
The exhibition runs July 18, 2025. Curiouser & Curiouser: Beyond the Glass invites you to explore how personal wonder has influenced public collections.
This exhibition showcases the evolution of collection practices from private cabinets of curiosity to modern public museums. The Drexel Founding Collection was developed through contributions from its founders’ personal collections and public works. See how current researchers inform the collecting practices of cultural and science collections.
Join the West philly Tool Library for their popular series which returns this April! Attendees are welcome to come and learn how to make their own cutting board! This class is open to everyone – no prior experience required! Bring your partner or a friend and walk away with a handmade cutting board that will last for years to come.
Join us before the show for dinner & drinks in The Lounge, our full-service restaurant & bar on the upstairs level which opens at 6pm. View menu & make a reservation.
With the release of her debut album, ‘Hard Won,’ in March 2017, singer-songwriter, harpist, and guitarist Lizzie No established herself as one of the most exciting new voices in indie folk music. Billboard Magazine called the album “simultaneously understated and fervent.” She followed up the album with the release of “Sundown,” a benefit track for Black Lives Matter. Building on the songwriting prowess displayed in her critically acclaimed debut album, Lizzie No is unsparing in the stories she tells on her second album, ‘Vanity,’ released August 2, 2019. The nine songs on ʻVanityʼ are epic tales of ego, featuring narrative shifts within vividly crafted characters. No embodies characters ranging from a handsome egoist in “Narcissus” (which Rolling Stone called a “crisp alt-rock gem”) to a broke songwriter waiting for her big break in “Pity Party,” to a bitter and isolated rocker on “Loyalty” who rants that the crowd has left him behind. Inventive arrangements written in collaboration with co-producer Nick Rapley elevate the record to shimmering heights, alternating between swaggering grooves and intimate clarity.
The art of Wayang Kulit, a traditional form of storytelling originating in Java, is brought to life with the use of expertly crafted shadow puppets. The animal hide puppets are intricately perforated, painted, and attached to rods of buffalo horn, which, when manipulated by an expert puppeteer (or dalang), create movement in articulated limbs. During a Walang performance, the dalang, accompanied by a gamelan ensemble, uses the shadows cast by the backlit puppets to weave narratives that explore contemporary cultural and political themes as well as epic tales like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Designated as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2008, Wayang Kulit showcases the artistry of Javanese culture and preserves its heritage for future generations.
At this Making Workshop, you’ll hear from Professor Deven Patel, view examples of Wayang kulit from the Penn Museum’s collection, make your own shadow puppet, and try your hand at the art of puppeteering.
Making Workshops are Museum-sponsored events that encourage Penn undergraduate and graduate students to become more familiar with the Museum’s collection by getting their hands involved. These events provide a fun and educational setting to promote social interaction and engage students with artifacts and ethnographic objects. Create something related to the objects or theme of the night.
The Penn Museum Conservation Department invites high school students interested in art and science for a day of hands-on activities. Come see what we’re working on in the lab, walk through the galleries to examine objects in the collection, and learn about the conservation techniques that help preserve artwork and cultural heritage for the future.
Hands-on History is a series of free workshops for high school students. Meet professionals, gain experience in STEAM-focused workshops, and engage with resources at the Penn Museum. Lunch is provided, and two-way SEPTA ride cards available for transportation.
Get your monthly dose of wellness Wednesday in Penn Museum galleries with an uplifting array of health- centric happenings including a botanical bar, wellness marketplace, and a monthly rotation of all- levels wellness activities from local practitioners of yoga, meditation, and more.
Drinking together has been a tradition for thousands of years. Take an unconventional (and boozy) journey back in time to discover what people of the past thought about alcohol, from how they made it to its role in society.
View early drinking vessels that reveal secrets of ancient Greek drinking games and the beverage served at a feast hosted by King Midas. We’ll finish by tasting a beer with a flavor profile inspired by an ancient recipe discovered by a Penn biomolecular archaeologist.
21+. Attendees are encouraged to explore the Museum before or after the tour.
Drinking together has been a tradition for thousands of years. Take an unconventional (and boozy) journey back in time to discover what people of the past thought about alcohol, from how they made it to its role in society.
View early drinking vessels that reveal secrets of ancient Greek drinking games and the beverage served at a feast hosted by King Midas. We’ll finish by tasting a beer with a flavor profile inspired by an ancient recipe discovered by a Penn biomolecular archaeologist.
21+. Attendees are encouraged to explore the Museum before or after the tour.
One of the most consequential singer-songwriters of her generation, Patty Griffin takes the Penn Live Arts stage for the first time. Over two decades, the Grammy® Award-winner has crafted a rich body of Americana, folk and gospel music that chronicles the deeply personal moments of her life: love and death, heartache and joy, connection and detachment. Always imbued with compassion, uncanny perception and ever-increasing ingenuity, Griffin’s “songs have independent lives that continue in your head when the music ends.” (The New York Times)
The West Craft Fest features 100 local artists and makers selling their handmade wares, plus live music, food trucks, art and craft activities, and a tiny circus presented by Tangle Movement Arts. Head to The Woodlands Cemetery on Saturday, April 26th to shop, enjoy the beautiful grounds, and support local artisans. In the event of poor weather, the event will move to Sunday, April 27th.
The event is free to attend, but consider making a $1 – $5 donation to The Woodlands to support this favorite West Philadelphia community event.
Please note: there will not be parking available on site, so plan accordingly!
Philly growers, come down and gather energy for the upcoming season with the Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden, Pasa Sustainable Agriculture, and other local growers. The Bartram’s team is excited to work, eat, and learn together to build a stronger, more connected Philly farming and gardening community.
Schedule
9:30am: Arrival
10am–12pm: Welcome and work together on the land
12–1pm: Eat together
1–4pm: Learn together with two workshop blocks for beginner and advanced growers focused on building self and community reliance.
There’ll also be a seed swap, tool share, and community resource table!
The Skillshare is a free event for Philly-area growers, gardeners, farmers, and agriculturalists. In our small but mighty team’s efforts to build community with and hold space for our neighbors, we kindly ask that you refrain from registering for this event if you are not a Philly grower. Be sure to visit their events calendar for other upcoming gardening events at Sankofa Community Farm and Bartram’s Garden.
Join Bartram’s Garden in the Garden for their free annual celebration of spring!
Spring Fest this year will focus on the many stories held in and sustained by our connection to the land. Highlights of the day will include:
The Garden’s annual plant sale, face painting, volunteer-powered tree planting, family fun, and more!
A presentation by Dr. William Woys Weaver about his new translation of Christopher Sauer’s Herbal Cures, which was written in Philadelphia circa 1762-1778. Dr. Weaver is an internationally known food ethnographer, author, and the Director and founder of Roughwood Seeds.
Youth-led block printing activity by Ginger Arts Center from Philadelphia’s Chinatown
Hands-on natural dye activity from Ampersand Textiles
The launch of new visual accessibility tools created by poet Beth Feldman Brandt and Dr. Charmaine Parrish to welcome visitors with low vision to the Garden
Guided tour of the Garden’s 19th-century flower garden focusing on heirloom tulips and tours of the historic Bartram House
Marketplace of local heirloom seed companies featuring Truelove Seeds, Roughwood Seeds, Bartram’s Garden seeds, and a seed swap supported by the youth of Sankofa Community Farm–bring seeds to swap!
Make-and-take kite making and seed planting with Bartram’s youth education staff.
Learn the six-step process that demonstrates the beginning stages of how to make compost, reveals the present condition of the city’s depleted soil, and turns recycled food waste into dark, rich soil that will grow nutritious fruits and vegetables. Led by Nefertari Muhammad (beginner-level workshop).
Join WORC for the Loan and Grant Conference 2025, where we bring together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and financial professionals to explore strategic, intentional investing that drives meaningful change.
This year’s theme, “Investing with Intention: Influence, Impact, Inspire,” focuses on leveraging funding opportunities to create lasting economic empowerment. Attendees will gain insights into securing loans and grants, building sustainable business models, and maximizing financial resources to increase savings and expand impact.
In this Philadelphia premiere, Grammy® Award-winning early music interpreter and master of the viola da gamba, Jordi Savall, returns to our stage alongside his legendary ensemble, Hespèrion XXI, for an eclectic program of glosados, variations and improvisations.
One of the world’s best cirque troupes, Canada’s “The 7 Fingers test the limits of possibility” (The Boston Globe) in the Philadelphia premiere of Duel Reality, anacrobatic tour-de-force that takes the conflict of Romeo and Juliet and sets the scene in competitive sports.
This once-a-year event is UCD’s answer to Restaurant Week! During this popular restaurant promotion, diners can enjoy three-course meal options for lunch or dinner at fixed prices of $20, $30 or $40.
This ten-day promotion includes dozens of participating restaurants and special menus, drawing diners to our eclectic dining scene featuring cuisine from around the globe.
Local businesses and community vendors participate in one of the neighborhood’s most special traditions by offering special one-night-only deals for $1, $3, or $5, while local musicians and artists provide entertainment up and down Baltimore Avenue. From 40th Street to 51st, grab your water bottles and get ready for an afternoon of great music, food and company!
There are two Dollar Stroll dates this year – June 5 and September 4. We hope to see you there!
ome explore gentle movement and deep rest practices designed to help you navigate the excitement of springtime. Led by Licensed Acupuncturist and Certified Yoga Instructor Monica Fauble, you will explore breathing practices, simple yoga shapes, and meditations to help you harness the full potential of spring.
The Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance CUA 9 is introducing a new initiative to provide suit sponsorship for High School students. Their partnership with Suitshop located downtown enables them to support students in need of a suit for prom. The highlight of this program is that the suits are purchased, enabling students to wear them to graduation and employment interviews. All purchases are made directly through Suitshop.
Prom season is right around the corner! High School Juniors and Seniors are invited to a FREE shopping experience for this year’s prom season! Come check out formal dresses, shoes, jewelry and hair accessories.
Renata’s Kitchen is hosting a watch party on 3/9 at 12:30 watching Manchester City face off against Arsenal. Game time food and beverage specials will be offered.
Lace up your skates, because Philadelphia’s most daring cabaret group is putting the ice in climate crisis! The Bearded Ladies are hitting a municipal ice rink near you with a remount of their internationally acclaimed ice-stravaganza Beards on Ice, whichasks the age-old question: What’s more impossible: Solving the climate crisis or teaching drag queens how to ice skate?
Beards on Ice comes in two dazzling varieties: Family Meltdown – A family-friendly afternoon romp for kids and kids-at-heart, and Beards on Ice: Still Edging – A PG-13, late night, no-holds-barred cabaret with a bit more edge!
Lace up your skates, because Philadelphia’s most daring cabaret group is putting the ice in climate crisis! The Bearded Ladies are hitting a municipal ice rink near you with a remount of their internationally acclaimed ice-stravaganza Beards on Ice, whichasks the age-old question: What’s more impossible: Solving the climate crisis or teaching drag queens how to ice skate?
Beards on Ice comes in two dazzling varieties: Family Meltdown – A family-friendly afternoon romp for kids and kids-at-heart, and Beards on Ice: Still Edging – A PG-13, late night, no-holds-barred cabaret with a bit more edge!
Celebrate St. Patricks Day at The Post! Come by for live music with DJ Chris Smith (on from 12 – 5 PM), $5 pints of Guinness, $16 Fools Gold lager pitchers, and $8 pretzel bites.
Who’s ready for spring birding!? Join the Philly Queer Birders for a weekend outing at The Woodlands!
The walk will move at a slow pace on a paved path with gentle slopes in some areas. No registration is required and there will be plenty of binoculars to share. The restrooms at the Stable will be open during our walk and there is plenty of parking within the cemetery and on the surrounding streets in addition to public transit and bike parking.
Join Calvary – in person or virtually – for a simple service of singing, prayer and silent reflection, including imposition of ashes for those joining in person.
For those joining in person, please use the 48th St entrance(an accessible lift is also available upon request – see website for details). See website for details to connect virtually.
All are welcome. For info about other ways to engage the Lenten season with Calvary: allmeansall.org/lent.
Spring Equinox Bird Walk with the Philly Queer Birders
Saturday, March 22 8:30am – 10:30am
Who’s ready for spring birding!? Join the Philly Queer Birders for a weekend outing at The Woodlands!
The walk will move at a slow pace on a paved path with gentle slopes in some areas. No registration is required and there will be plenty of binoculars to share. The restrooms at the Stable will be open during our walk and there is plenty of parking within the cemetery and on the surrounding streets in addition to public transit and bike parking.
No Registration Required.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
Accessibility: Check out The Woodlands’ Accessibility Information for details on entering the cemetery, navigating the landscape, restrooms, building access, and more.
Directions: The Woodlands is located at 4000 Woodland Avenue, directly across from the 40th Street Trolley Portal.
Parking: Please consider walking, biking, or taking public transit. There is parking available on-site throughout the cemetery on the paved roads. Please park along the curb, leaving enough room for another vehicle to pass by.
Rules & Safety: In order for The Woodlands’ gates to continue to be opened daily, the site’s rules and safety guidelines must be followed at all times.
This event is hosted by The Philly Queer Birders. If you have any questions about the event, please contact phillyqueerbirders@gmail.com. All events that take place at The Woodlands must receive written approval.
Since its debut in 2015, the event has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors, bringing family favorites, blockbusters, cult classics, and more to the big screen under the stars. To celebrate 10 incredible years, we asked you to vote on eight movies marking a milestone anniversary this year — and the four you chose are the ones we’ll be showing! Check out the full lineup below.
Friday, August 1st: The Goonies (1985)
Friday, August 8th: Clueless (1995)
Friday, August 15th: Madagascar (2005)
Friday, August 22nd: Creed (2015)
RAIN DATE (if necessary): Saturday, August 23rd
About Creed (2015): In this powerful continuation of the Rocky legacy, Adonis Johnson, the son of boxing legend Apollo Creed, seeks out Rocky Balboa to train him. As Adonis fights to forge his own name in the ring, both men confront their pasts and find strength in unlikely places. A gritty, emotional story about legacy, determination, and heart.
Presented in partnership with Friends of Clark Park, Philadelphia Parks and Rec, and Premiere Outdoor Movies, UCD screens films on select summer Fridays at sundown in the Clark Park Bowl (43rd and Chester) during fair weather.
Since its debut in 2015, the event has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors, bringing family favorites, blockbusters, cult classics, and more to the big screen under the stars. To celebrate 10 incredible years, we asked you to vote on eight movies marking a milestone anniversary this year — and the four you chose are the ones we’ll be showing! Check out the full lineup below.
Friday, August 1st: The Goonies (1985)
Friday, August 8th: Clueless (1995)
Friday, August 15th: Madagascar (2005)
Friday, August 22nd: Creed (2015)
RAIN DATE (if necessary): Saturday, August 23rd
About Clueless (1995): In this beloved ‘90s teen comedy, wealthy and stylish high schooler Cher Horowitz takes it upon herself to play matchmaker for her friends and teachers while navigating the ups and downs of adolescence in Beverly Hills. But as her schemes backfire and friendships are tested, Cher realizes she might be clueless about love — especially her own.
Presented in partnership with Friends of Clark Park, Philadelphia Parks and Rec, and Premiere Outdoor Movies, UCD screens films on select summer Fridays at sundown in the Clark Park Bowl (43rd and Chester) during fair weather.
Since its debut in 2015, the event has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors, bringing family favorites, blockbusters, cult classics, and more to the big screen under the stars. To celebrate 10 incredible years, we asked you to vote on eight movies marking a milestone anniversary this year — and the four you chose are the ones we’ll be showing! Check out the full lineup below.
Friday, August 1st: The Goonies (1985)
Friday, August 8th: Clueless (1995)
Friday, August 15th: Madagascar (2005)
Friday, August 22nd: Creed (2015)
RAIN DATE (if necessary): Saturday, August 23rd
About Madagascar (2005): Goonies is an old-fashioned yarn about a band of adventurous kids who take on the might of a property developing company which plans to destroy their home to build a country club. When the children discover an old pirate map in the attic, they follow it into an underground cavern in search of lost treasure but come up against plenty of dangerous obstacles along the way.
Presented in partnership with Friends of Clark Park, Philadelphia Parks and Rec, and Premiere Outdoor Movies, UCD screens films on select summer Fridays at sundown in the Clark Park Bowl (43rd and Chester) during fair weather.
Since its debut in 2015, the event has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors, bringing family favorites, blockbusters, cult classics, and more to the big screen under the stars. To celebrate 10 incredible years, we asked you to vote on eight movies marking a milestone anniversary this year — and the four you chose are the ones we’ll be showing! Check out the full lineup below.
Friday, August 1st: The Goonies (1985)
Friday, August 8th: Clueless (1995)
Friday, August 15th: Madagascar (2005)
Friday, August 22nd: Creed (2015)
RAIN DATE (if necessary): Saturday, August 23rd
About Goonies (1985): When four pampered animals from New York’s Central Park Zoo unexpectedly find themselves stranded on the wild island of Madagascar, they must learn to survive — and embrace their inner instincts. Packed with laughs, adventure, and unforgettable characters, this animated favorite is a wild ride for all ages.
Presented in partnership with Friends of Clark Park, Philadelphia Parks and Rec, and Premiere Outdoor Movies, UCD screens films on select summer Fridays at sundown in the Clark Park Bowl (43rd and Chester) during fair weather.
Local businesses and community vendors participate in one of the neighborhood’s most special traditions by offering special one-night-only deals for $1, $3, or $5, while local musicians and artists provide entertainment up and down Baltimore Avenue. From 40th Street to 51st, grab your water bottles and get ready for an afternoon of great music, food and company!
There are two Dollar Stroll dates this year – June 5 and September 4. We hope to see you there!
In this introductory course you will learn the basics of western-style papermaking including sheet forming, and how to easily modify moulds to create different shaped sheets, as well as proper studio cleanup. A materials fee covers pre-beaten cotton/abaca pulp, as well as use of moulds, deckles, felts, and drying system. Students will need to pick up dry paper from the studio the following week.
Please note: We require all visitors to the Soapbox wear masks, regardless of their vaccination status. The instructor reserves the right to ask you to leave if you do not comply.
About the Instructor
Olivia Caro works in papermaking and book arts to focus on themes of identity and home. They are a teaching artist fellow with ArtistYear, and have assisted with and taught workshops at the Soapbox, Penland School of Crafts, Atlanta Printmakers Studio, the Dallas GA Public Library, and Grinnell College.
Cost
$40 for Current Members of the Soapbox/$45 for Non-Members
Plus a $15 materials fee that covers pre-beaten cotton/abaca pulp and use of our equipment.
Learn the basics of printing letterpress at The Soapbox, from setting type, to locking up your form on the press, to printing (and cleaning!) using the Vandercook cylinder press. Other methods of image making will be discussed. Explore our type drawers and gain the basic skills you need to work during Open Hours. A materials fee covers paper, ink, other consumables, and studio maintenance.
Please note: Masks are required for this workshop, regardless of vaccination status. The instructor reserves the right to ask you to leave if you do not comply.
Belle Handler is a disabled artist living and practicing on Lenapehoking. Her work and studio practice emerge from the intersection of lived experience with disability, and reproductive print technologies spanning from traditional letterpress printing to contemporary computer-aided design and CNC machining.
She is a letterpress fellow and board member at the Soapbox Community Print studio in Philadelphia, and holds a BA in Environmental Studies from Haverford College. As a studio assistant in the Hurford Center’s Maker Arts Space, Belle expanded her studio practice to include art education and community-building. Her current work focuses on the history and technology of handset type and the idea that artmaking and printmaking are pivotal resources for disabled communities and individuals.
Cost
$40 for Current Members of the Soapbox/$45 for Non-Members
Plus a $15 materials fee that covers ink, paper, and use of our equipment.
In this beginning course you will learn the basics of screenprinting. Participants will bring a prepared image and we will provide all the materials, tools and training. Learn the protocol of our printshop and darkroom, as well as health and safety standards for screenprinting. Turn your image into a screen and print an edition of posters, greeting cards or even t-shirts! With the completion of this beginner course, students will be prepared to take more specialized, intermediate courses. Students may also choose to take this beginner course again with a personalized emphasis on multilayer printing. Our classroom environment is welcoming to all skill levels and we strive to make our shop accessible to new and experienced printers alike. A materials fee covers paper, ink, use of a screen, and other consumables.
Please note: Masking is now encouraged, but optional in the studio space. Individuals who feel uncomfortable using the space with others unmasked, whether for health or any other reason, are welcome to request mask wearing while they are using the studio space.
About the Instructor
Nicole Rodrigues is an artist and educator living in Philadelphia. Their work includes making comics, prints, illustrations, screen printed shirts, and ceramics about the connections we have to nature and our journey to self-actualization. Nicole’s work can provide visual insights on how people could inhabit the world in their physical, mental, and imaginary states while navigating destructive systems. Often describing existential dread and despair within their work, Nicole will sometimes pair that thought with a hopeful avenue of possibilities.
Cost
$40 for Current Members/$45 for Non-Members
Plus a $15 materials fee that covers ink, paper, screen, emulsion, and use of equipment.
Learn all about Alfajores in Argentine culture and make your own alongside Chef Jezabel Careaga!
Discover the indulgent flavors of Argentina with our hands-on Alfajor Class! Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this class is perfect for anyone looking to learn and master the art of making delicious alfajores from scratch.
After class you will get to enjoy your creations in their dining room with tea sandwiches and In Pursuit of Tea infusions.
Join Jezabel’s for a hands-on workshop that celebrates the creativity and connection of the women through this ancestral & timeless craft!
This is more than a cooking class—it’s a celebration of mujeres. Together, we’ll explore the cultural roots of empanadas, share stories, and build a circle of sisterhood through food. Guided by Jezabel, you’ll join a communal table, assemble your own empanadas, learn the secrets for creating delicious fillings and make the perfect dough with tender love & care.
Whether you’re a seasoned cook or new to the kitchen, this is your space to create, connect, and celebrate the powerful bond of mujeres on Int’l Women’s day.
After class you will get to enjoy your creations in our Atelier with with family style sides and a little sweet treat. Complimentary beverages will be served during class. BYOB is optional.
What’s Included:
All necessary ingredients and equipment to make your own empanadas.
University City District’s networking event series University City MIX returns on Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM.
Join us at World Cafe Live (3025 Walnut Street) for networking and pay-as-you-go happy hour drinks and appetizers at West Philly’s iconic music venue.
Make a night out of it by adding dinner and a (free) show! Consider making a dinner reservation in World Cafe Live’s Lounge. Whether you crave a tasty snack or a three course meal, their menu offers everything from creative appetizers to hearty salads to Southern-inspired entrees. Make sure you save room for a house-made dessert! They also serve the best in regional craft beers and spirits to provide the perfect pairings, so there is something for everyone.
After dinner, stay for a FREE SHOW at 8:30 PM! World Cafe Liveʼs long-running Jazz Jam is for musicians and listeners alike. Orrin Evans and his house band will start the evening with a few tunes before they invite a rotating lineup of players to the stage. Instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome to sign up and sit in throughout the evening.
University City District is grateful to World Cafe Live for hosting University City MIX. As a thank you to our attendees, World Cafe Live will be giving out vouchers for 2 free tickets to a future event at World Cafe Live to MIX attendees.
Known as the Festival of Colors, Holi is a Hindu tradition that signals the arrival of spring—representing renewal, rebirth, love, unity, and the triumph of good over evil. It is a time to embrace the positive and release negative energy. Observed in India, Nepal and in communities around the world, this meaningful tradition celebrates the divine love of the Hindu god Krishna and his devotee, Radha.
11:00 am-11:45 am Three Aksha musicians in Harrison Auditorium
12:00 pm-12:20 pm Folk Forms of India: Led by Nruthu Aaloka and Meena Venkat, this dance performance honors Radha and Krishna—plus an interactive talk in Widener Lecture Hall
1:00-1:30 pm Storytelling
2:00 pm-2:20 pm Folk Forms of India, dances of Radha and Krishna
2:30 pm-3:30 pm Three Aksha dance ensemble presents UTSAV, classical Indian dance Bharatanatyam in Harrison Auditorium
3:50 pm-4:00 pm Holi celebration in the courtyard with colorful powder throwing
Cultivate your curiosity about ancient history, exciting excavations, and cultural heritage connected to the Penn Museum’s unparalleled collection and research. This 6 wek series will give access to digital readings, videos, and online archival research. Recordings of the live class will be available if you miss a session. No archaeology or anthropology background required; just bring your love for lifelong learning!
Each week, the group will dive into a unique chapter of Assyrian history, revealing the people and events that shaped this legendary empire.
Week 4: The Fall of Assyria: Lessons from the Past
Examine the final days of the Assyrian Empire under kings like Ashurbanipal, who conquered Egypt but couldn’t prevent the kingdom’s collapse. What caused its sudden downfall? How did later civilizations remember Assyria? Reflect on the enduring legacy of this extraordinary empire and its lessons for the modern world.
Cultivate your curiosity about ancient history, exciting excavations, and cultural heritage connected to the Penn Museum’s unparalleled collection and research. This 6 wek series will give access to digital readings, videos, and online archival research. Recordings of the live class will be available if you miss a session. No archaeology or anthropology background required; just bring your love for lifelong learning!
Each week, the group will dive into a unique chapter of Assyrian history, revealing the people and events that shaped this legendary empire.
Week 3: The Empire Expands: A Tale of Capitals and Kings
From the ambitious rule of Tiglath-Pileser III to the glory days of Sargon II and Sennacherib, discover how Assyria grew into a sprawling empire. We’ll delve into the wonders of Nineveh, a modest town transformed into a fortified metropolis, and the discoveries that reveal its splendor.
Cultivate your curiosity about ancient history, exciting excavations, and cultural heritage connected to the Penn Museum’s unparalleled collection and research. This 6 wek series will give access to digital readings, videos, and online archival research. Recordings of the live class will be available if you miss a session. No archaeology or anthropology background required; just bring your love for lifelong learning!
Each week, the group will dive into a unique chapter of Assyrian history, revealing the people and events that shaped this legendary empire.
Week 2: The Founding of an Empire Meet Ashurnasirpal II, the king who established Assyria’s power, and his successors, including the iconic warrior-queen Shammuramat. Explore the majestic city of Nimrud, its Northwest Palace, and recent restoration efforts by Penn Museum archaeologists that bring this ancient capital back to life.
Cultivate your curiosity about ancient history, exciting excavations, and cultural heritage connected to the Penn Museum’s unparalleled collection and research. This 6 wek series will give access to digital readings, videos, and online archival research. Recordings of the live class will be available if you miss a session. No archaeology or anthropology background required; just bring your love for lifelong learning!
Each week, the group will dive into a unique chapter of Assyrian history, revealing the people and events that shaped this legendary empire.
Week 1: Discovering Assyria, From Legends to Science Take a journey through the origins of Assyriology, the scientific study of Assyria. Starting with the early excavations of daring explorers in the 19th century, we’ll trace the rediscovery of this ancient civilization, its stunning artifacts, and the modern challenges of preserving its legacy amid war and destruction.
In conflict zones like Syria and Ukraine, erasure is a part of systematic genocide and cultural cleansing, but a new exhibition shifts the focus to cultural heritage restoration through community-led excavation— Preserving Assyria showcases archaeology’s role in safeguarding cultural heritage from targeted destruction.
With 16 objects on display from the Penn Museum’s collection, touchable 3D replicas of monumental relief carvings, and interactive multimedia components, this exhibition will be on view in the Merle-Smith Galleries on the Lower Level starting Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Preserving Assyria will illuminate select artifacts from the Penn Museum’s Near East collections, such as a stamp-inscribed brick from Tell Yarah, Iraq (near Mosul) written in the Sumerian language (911-612 BCE); a Sumerian clay tablet that contains ancient spells to ward off witchcraft (1900-1600 BCE); a glazed terracotta wall tile from Hasanlu, Iran (1000–800 BCE), cylinder seals made of quartz and marble; and a protective amulet made of carnelian. Public programs related to the new exhibition include a special Curator’s Lecture on February 8 at 2:00 pm in Rainey Auditorium, as well as an engaging four-week online class, The Deep Dig: The Rise and Fall of Assyria, led by Dr. Michael Danti beginning March 6.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
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 of a Coloropens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum.
Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless pursuit of blue for use in textiles and art has led to the development of ingenious methods in producing this rare, highly prized color that holds significant meaning for diverse cultures around the world throughout history.
Into the Blue spans 4,000 years—displaying 20 objects from across the Penn Museum’s collections, including select artifacts from the Middle East, China, Africa, ancient Egypt, and Central America.
The exhibition examines three themes: Obtaining Blue, Making Blue, and Synthesizing Blue.
Obtaining Blue highlights the mining and transportation of lapis lazuli, a semi-precious gemstone used in decorative and ceremonial objects in the Middle East—along with the trapping of kingfishers, brightly colored birds whose feathers were used to decorate articles of adornment in China.
Into the Blue will be on view through spring 2026 and is included with Penn Museum admission.
Hold on til Dawn, a dedicated organization committed to raising awareness and funds for mental health and suicide prevention, is thrilled to announce its fourth benefit concert.
Building on the success of previous concerts in Wilmington, DE; Somerville, MA; and Orlando, FL, this year’s event promises an unforgettable evening of live music and community engagement. The lineup features returning artists Drew Seeley, MKTO, and Johnny, all of whom have been integral to past Hold on til Dawn events!
Visit Bebashi – Transition to Hope’s New Location at 4101 Woodland Ave Starting April 1! Bebashi provides culturally sensitive health and social services, empowering individuals and families to achieve better health outcomes.
In 2025, the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show exhibits will take you into a new world of imaginative designs and boundless inspiration. The theme, Gardens of Tomorrow, invites you to explore the future through the eyes of visionary designers, expert gardeners, and passionate green enthusiasts as they merge nature’s brilliance with human ingenuity. Alongside all the Flower Show elements you know and love, like the world’s biggest plant competition, unique shopping experiences, and activities for all ages, you’ll see and hear what the most innovative plant experts from around world think the future of gardening will be through their exhibits at our Know to Grow speaker series.
From above, I am a golden apple bobbing in a five gallon bucket.
Kathryn Lien is an artist and sculptor living and working in Philadelphia. Pulling from traditional and historic craft objects, mythologies, and narrative techniques, her installation work points at magnifying lens at our interior worlds. Kate works as the Associate Director of Undergraduate Fine Arts and Design at University of Pennsylvania and serves on the Board of Directors of The Arts League. She received her MFA from the VCU Sculpture + Extended Media Program in 2018 and a BFA from the University of Washington 3D4M Program in 2012. Her work can be found at www.kathrynlien.com or on instagram @katekatekatekatekatelien.
Join the Walnut Street West Library every Tuesday in February from 4:30 – 6:30pm for a powerful lineup of films that honors the richness of Black stories, from historical struggles to visionary futures.
Week 1 (02/04/2025): “Recorder: The Marion Anderson Story” (2019) Directed by Craig Dudnick Discover the inspiring story of Marian Anderson, a trailblazing Black opera singer from Philadelphia whose career challenged racial barriers and whose voice became a symbol of the fight for equality.
Week 2 (02/11/2025): “Pariah” (2011) Directed by Dee Rees Follow the poignant journey of a young Black woman as she navigates her identity, sexuality, and familial expectations in this critically acclaimed coming-of-age story. Run time: 1h 26m.
Week 3 (02/18/2025): “Get Out” (2017) Directed by Jordan Peele Dive into this suspenseful and thought-provoking thriller that examines the complexities of race relations in America through a groundbreaking lens. Run time: 1h 44m
Week 4 (02/25/2025): “Black Panther” (2018) Directed by Ryan Coogler
Celebrate African heritage and futuristic vision with this groundbreaking film that redefines superhero cinema. Run time: 2h 14m
Join the Walnut Street West Library every Tuesday in February from 4:30 – 6:30pm for a powerful lineup of films that honors the richness of Black stories, from historical struggles to visionary futures.
Week 1 (02/04/2025): “Recorder: The Marion Anderson Story” (2019) Directed by Craig Dudnick
Discover the inspiring story of Marian Anderson, a trailblazing Black opera singer from Philadelphia whose career challenged racial barriers and whose voice became a symbol of the fight for equality.
Week 2 (02/11/2025): “Pariah” (2011) Directed by Dee Rees Follow the poignant journey of a young Black woman as she navigates her identity, sexuality, and familial expectations in this critically acclaimed coming-of-age story. Run time: 1h 26m.
Week 3 (02/18/2025): “Get Out” (2017) Directed by Jordan Peele Dive into this suspenseful and thought-provoking thriller that examines the complexities of race relations in America through a groundbreaking lens. Run time: 1h 44m
Week 4 (02/25/2025): “Black Panther” (2018) Directed by Ryan Coogler
Celebrate African heritage and futuristic vision with this groundbreaking film that redefines superhero cinema. Run time: 2h 14m
Rennie Harris, “the most brilliant hip-hop choreographer in America” (The New Yorker) and our 24/25 season artist-in-residence, returns with the world premiere of a commissioned work, American Street Dancer, honoring the impact of street dance on the arts world. From the father of street dance, Master Juba, to the influence of this style on tap legends like Savion Glover, hip hop has contributed to theatre, film and culture globally, cementing its place in our history. Backed by a hip-hop orchestra of bucket and hand bone players, beat boxers and DJs, American Street Dancer will feature street and tap dancers celebrating styles from across the U.S. – jitting (Detroit), footwork (Chicago) and GQ (Philadelphia).
Featuring: Rennie Harris Puremovement Ayodele Casel Michael Manson and House of Jit King Charles and Creation Global
Called a wunderkind by blues legend Taj Mahal, Grammy®-nominated guitarist and singer Jontavious Willis makes his Penn Live Arts debut. Performing music from West Georgia Blues, his new album and a testament to his love of songwriting, Willis’ toe-tapping tunes are a synthesis of his Georgia heritage and reverence for blues traditions. “Willis deserves to be celebrated as one of the brilliant new voices” as he is “the real deal, a player and singer whose got it all: deep roots feeling, instrumental prowess and a voice that carries the heart and soul of the blues.” (Living Blues Magazine)
A mother discovers the worst of truths. A father innocent until proven guilty. Waves of doctors, social workers and other “helpers” who don’t really want to know, furthering the secret’s concealment. In the U.S. premiere of Dentro, Giuliana Musso, one of Italy’s most interesting voices in contemporary theatre, explores the traumatic effects of silence when abuse occurs at home. Dentro is not documentary theatre but an investigation of a current happening; it’s not a work about violence but one exploring the concealment of truth and lost innocence of children.
Content advisory: Dentro explores topics that may be difficult for some audience members. Please use discretion and note that this play is not suitable for children.
With “a wonderfully full yet transparent sound” and “expressive detail that [is] wholly absorbing,” (Gramophone) Belgium’s Ricercar Consort performs in Philadelphia for the very first time. The ensemble is known for its profound and rigorous exploration of Baroque repertoire in both its significant catalog of recordings and enthralling performances around the world. Joined by the Grammy®-nominated soprano Céline Scheen, the program, entitled The Virgin’s Teares, features works by Vivaldi, Monteverdi, Purcell, Handel and more that were inspired by the Virgin Mary and themes of joy, anger, doubt and despair.
Soprano Céline Scheen, Violin Josef Zak & Augustin Lusson Violone Benoît Vanden Bemden Theorbo Daniel Zapico Organ Paul Goussot, Bass Viol and Musical Direction Philippe Pierlot
Join us for a transformative two-hour workshop that combines the power of yoga, breathwork, and the soothing vibrations of a sound bath. We will begin with mindful breathing exercises and a calming meditation to center your mind and body. We will then transition into a yoga flow designed to release tension and restore balance.
The journey culminates in a deeply relaxing sound bath, where the harmonious tones will wash over you, easing stress and promoting deep relaxation. Optional hands assist during the workshop will be available to create more presence and release in your body. This workshop is perfect for those seeking relaxation, mental clarity, and soulful rejuvenation.
No prior yoga experience is necessary—just bring an open heart and mind.
Join Monica Fauble, Licensed Acupuncturist and Certified Yoga Teacher, for a special seasonal alignment restorative yoga session. Restorative yoga is a style of yoga that encourages rest and relaxation.
In this seasonal alignment workshop, we will explore the energy of spring according to Chinese Medicine. Just as nature springs forth with new growth, we will explore how to uncover more energetic engagement during this season of rebirth and growth.
Along with a short talk about how to best harmonize with the energy of spring, participants will receive handouts with seasonal health tips and journaling prompts to help them make the most of this season.
The majority of our time together during this workshop will be spent practicing seasonally-inspired restorative yoga postures that will help you explore the energy of this season.
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers (KYL/D) is excited to present LUNA (月)/Dance, Myth, and Nature at the Mandell Theater on March 28-29! This luminous program explores the moon’s symbolism through a series of world premieres and iconic works by Kun-Yang Lin, Weiwei Ma, and Evalina Carbonell, featuring original compositions and breathtaking movement.
* Purchase a VIP Reception Ticket to enjoy food & drink, plus mingle with the artists!
To purchase tickets for the Friday, March 28th 7:30pm show CLICK HERE To purchase tickets for the Saturday, March 29th 2:30pm show CLICK HERE
Learn to love the spontaneous, the unplanned, and the surprising… Musical Improv!
Through improv exercises and songful games, you’ll create musical theater songs and scenes, learn common song structures, and practice the art of spontaneity within a supportive community. This class will focus on self-expression and authenticity over perfect performances.
Led by Julie Lipson and Miles Crabtree – music therapists, performers in Ants on a Log, and long-time creators of community-music shenanigans.
MONDAYS Jan 6 – Feb 10 6-7:30 pm @ The Arts League
6-week course plus community performance.
No previous training in improv or music is required! Limited to 12 participants, ages 18+.
The first Thursday of the month, join Calvary Church from 8 to 9 PM for Spirituality on Tap at Carbon Copy (701 S. 50th Street).
Spirituality on Tap is an informal and inclusive monthly gathering to discuss – not debate – topics related to spirituality, theology, religion, etc. Welcoming all faith and religious/non-religious backgrounds and identities, and related questions and curiosities.
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December 9, 2024
LA21 presents Scale Up Your Small Business, a 12 Week Virtual Class that provides quality business training, coaching and technical assistance to enable participants to scale up their businesses.
Qualifications
Clear ability to state the need for your service or product, your ideal client and how to acquire them.
Made enough sales to cover costs and prove customer demand.
Can be part-time for now but want to make it a full-time endeavor.
May have completed legal registration requirements or will commit to doing so as part of their Action Plan.
Can commit to attending weekly classes and 2-4 hours per week for outside of class work.
If you need help with accessibility, call the office 215.243.0555 Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm.To submit events to the Community Calendar, please email marketing@universitycity.org.
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Getting people from and in the neighborhood moving
Start: Plant & People
Distance Options: 10K Run | 5K Jog | 2K Walk | 0K Yoga
Cost: FREE (RSVP required)
Sign up to participate, whether you’re running or walking.
Join Haraz Coffee for the Grand Opening Celebration on April 17th at 11 AM till 8pm at 3421 Chestnut Street, University City.
Community CalendarEvents including restaurants promotions, concerts, live theater, community meetings, art galleries & public spaces
Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll$1, $3, and $5 deals from local businesses & vendors
University City Dining DaysUniversity City’s version of “restaurant week”
University City Summer SeriesFamily-friendly free outdoor summer concerts
Movies in Clark ParkFamily-friendly free outdoor screenings every August
University City MixNetworking happy hour series
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