Events
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Nature's Narratives: New and Selected Poems, Vol. 2
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College February 13, 2012 Join fellow garden enthusiasts and book lovers as they discuss books about plants, nature, and the environment. “Nature’s Narratives” is a book discussion group sponsored by the Scott Arboretum where readers come together to discuss a book once a month and share in the reading experience. This month the group will discuss Mary Oliver's New and Selected Poems, Vol. 2, poetry and prose from a renowned American nature writer. Participants will need to read each... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
02/13/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Travels at Twelve: The Garden Creators and Nurserymen of the Netherlands and Flanders
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College February 16, 2012 Visit public and private gardens of The Netherlands and Belgian Flanders with Jeff Jabco as he tours on his own and with the International Clematis Society. See interesting places such as the Tulip Museum in Amsterdam; the estate De Wiersse in the east of Holland that has been in the same family since 1678; the home garden of Piet and Anja Oudolf; and the unique nurseries of Boskoop—at 7 feet below sea level. The gardens were at their peak bloom time of mid-June!
Free... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
02/16/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Introduction to Black Genealogy: A Beginner's Workshop
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia February 19, 2012 Always been interested in tracing your roots and discovering your family tree? Take this opportunity to learn the basics! Covering everything from what forms to use to organize your info to what resources (and types of resources) are available online and off for discovering the details of your family history. Presented in partnership with the African American Genealogy Group of Philadelphia. Part 1 in a 2-part Genealogy Series. |
African American Museum of Philadelphia |
02/19/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Saving the Revolution - Lafayette's Escape at Barren Hill
Presented by Historical Society of Montgomery County at Historical Society of Montgomery County February 19, 2012 Was there a cover up by the British at Barren Hill? How did Lafayette escape? Join retired teacher and historian Rudolph Cusumano to explore these questions and learn about the life of this patriotic son of the American Revolution. Learn the new information Mr. Cusumano has discovered about the British cover up, and how an American failure that would have doomed Washington's Army at Valley Forge was prevented.
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Historical Society of Montgomery County |
02/19/12 |
Historical Society of Montgomery County, Norristown |
Tropical Botany and Ecology - Free Evening Course
Presented by Wagner Free Institute of Science at Pennsylvania Horticultural Society January 17-February 20, 2012 Lectures will be taught by Professor Karen Snetselaar and held at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society at 100 North 20th Street, 5th floor.
Tuesday, January 17th: Types of tropical ecosystems
Monday, January 23rd: Plants of the tropical rainforest
Monday, January 30th: Interactions between plants and animals in the tropics
Monday, February 6th: Mangrove swamps and coral reefs
Monday, February 13th: Agriculture and the tropical forest
Monday,... |
Wagner Free Institute of Science |
01/17/12 -
02/20/12 |
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Philadelphia |
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Kids Join the Continental Army
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Valley Forge National Historical Park |
02/20/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
Washington's Birthday Weekend
Presented by Valley Forge National Historical Park at Valley Forge National Historical Park February 19-February 20, 2012 George Washington was 46 years old before he ever partied on his birthday. And what a grand event it was (for those days), including being serenaded by his wife and Continental Army soldiers in the midst of their storied winter encampment at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania in 1778. This year, the party’s even bigger as Valley Forge National Historical Park continues the tradition during Presidents Day weekend, February 17 - 20.
Think birthday cake, made from Martha... |
Valley Forge National Historical Park |
02/19/12 -
02/20/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
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A Sweet Taste of History
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The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
02/20/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
Philadelphia, the Place that Loves You Back
Presented by The Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia at Independence Visitor Center February 22, 2012 Tourism has become increasingly important to Greater Philadelphia’s economy, generating in one year 36 million visitors and $8 billion in economic impact, while supporting 83,000 jobs. In this discussion, take a look behind the campaigns that promote Philadelphia to the region, the nation, and the world. Hosted at the Independence Visitor Center.
The discussion will be moderated by Charlene Mires of the Mid-Atlantic Regional Center for the Humanities at Rutgers-Camden,... |
The Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia |
02/22/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Philadelphia, the Place that Loves You Back
Presented by Historical Society of Pennsylvania at Independence Visitor Center February 22, 2012 Tourism has become increasingly important to Greater Philadelphia’s economy, generating in one year 36 million visitors and $8 billion in economic impact, while supporting 83,000 jobs. In this discussion, take a look behind the campaigns that promote Philadelphia to the region, the nation, and the world.
The discussion will be moderated by Charlene Mires of the Mid-Atlantic Regional Center for the Humanities at Rutgers-Camden with panelists including Richardson Dilworth of... |
Historical Society of Pennsylvania |
02/22/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
One Book, One Philadelphia: Running the Road to ABC
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia February 25, 2012 Presented by the Free Library of Philadelphia, the goal of One Book, One Philadelphia is to promote reading, literacy and libraries, and to encourage the entire greater Philadelphia area to come together through reading and discussing a single book.
Join multi-talented storyteller, artist, and historical re-enactor Carla Wiley for an engaging presentation of the young children’s book Running the Road to ABC by Denizé Lauture.
Book supply is... |
African American Museum of Philadelphia |
02/25/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Preserving Your Family Heirlooms: A Family History Class
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia February 26, 2012 Join AAMP’s Conservator and Curator of Collections Leslie Guy as she teaches you practical methods for making sure your family heirlooms can continue to be shared with future generations. She’ll answer your questions about photographs, letters, clothing and other objects and provide a few cautionary tales of what not to do, as well! Part 2 in a 2-part Genealogy Series. |
African American Museum of Philadelphia |
02/26/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Cross-Country Ski Clinic
Presented by Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services at Lorimer Park February 26, 2012 This program is a "go", even without snow! Learn about ski technique, equipment, clubs you can join, and places you can ski. On snow instruction is available if conditions permit. Bring your own skis. Pre-registration is required. Ski rentals are available at Buckman's. Popular boot sizes go quickly! For adults and kids 10+ or younger, if they have skis. |
Montgomery County Department of Parks and Heritage Services |
02/26/12 |
Lorimer Park, Huntingdon Valley |
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Peddler's Village Cupcake Decorating Contest
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Peddler's Village |
02/26/12 |
Giggleberry Fair at Peddler's Village, Lahaska |
Meridee Winters 6th Annual Songwriters Showcase
Presented by Meridee Winters School of Music at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore February 26, 2012 The Meridee Winters School of Music will hold its Sixth Annual Songwriters Showcase at Milkboy Coffee in Ardmore. The Songwriters Showcase is Meridee Winters’ most exclusive show, featuring some of the area’s most promising young songwriters. What makes this show so unique is that every piece being performed was composed by its performer. Student singers accompany themselves on piano or guitar, budding classical composers perform their newest works, and teenage bands play their... |
Meridee Winters School of Music |
02/26/12 |
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore, Ardmore |
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Guided Tour: Witchhazels and Early Spring Blooms
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Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
03/03/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
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Kids Join the Continental Army
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Valley Forge National Historical Park |
03/03/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
Travels at Twelve: Gardens of Chicago: World-Class Wonders
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College March 8, 2012 Julie Jenney, educational programs coordinator, and Laura Stiebitz, education intern, will share photos from their recent scouting trip, providing a glimpse into the city's Millennium Park, Lurie Garden, and impressive suburban private gardens. Chicago's combination of grand history and vision for the future makes this a world-class city full of horticultural gems.
Free and open to the public, Travels at Twelve is an informal way to share what has been seen and discovered in... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
03/08/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
One Book, One Philadelphia - Create Dangerously: The Immigrant Artist at Work
Presented by African American Museum of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia March 10, 2012 Presented by the Free Library of Philadelphia, the goal of One Book, One Philadelphia is to promote reading, literacy and libraries, and to encourage the entire greater Philadelphia area to come together through reading and discussing a single book.
Create Dangerously: The Immigrant Artist at Work is Haitian American writer and MacArthur Genius Grant winner Edwidge Danticat's collection of essays which takes its name from Albert Camus's last published lecture in which he... |
African American Museum of Philadelphia |
03/10/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Remember the Ladies: Tea with Abigail Adams
Presented by Historical Society of Montgomery County at Historical Society of Montgomery County March 11, 2012 In her many letters to her husband and friends, Abigail Adams (Kim Hanley) expressed the concerns and accomplishments of an early American patriotic woman. Her most famous request was for Congress to "remember the ladies" in the creation of the Constitution of the United States. It was her clear understanding that women's influences in the domestic sphere were as integral to the development of a new nation as the more public efforts of the founding fathers. |
Historical Society of Montgomery County |
03/11/12 |
Historical Society of Montgomery County, Norristown |
Guided Tour: A Walk with the Curator
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College March 14, 2012 Join Andrew Bunting, Curator of the Scott Arboretum, for a series of free tours at the Scott Arboretum. The A Walk with the Curator program provides an in-depth look at the collections, gardens, and plant selections through the eyes of the man responsible for curating the collection. Andrew Bunting will discuss the most recent accessions acquired for the collection, why plants were removed from the collection (and maybe should be removed from your garden), and the latest garden designs at... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
03/14/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Botany of Desire Screening
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College March 16, 2012 Join Scott Arboretum for a free screening of Michael Pollan’s documentary The Botany of Desire in the Wister Center. Flowers. Trees. Plants. Humans have always thought that they controlled them. But what if, in fact, they have been shaping humans? Using this provocative question as a jumping off point, The Botany of Desire, a two-hour PBS documentary based on the best-selling book by Michael Pollan, takes you on an eye-opening exploration of our relationship with the... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
03/16/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Green Roof Tour
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College March 17, 2012 Learn about the inner workings, benefits and beauty of green roofs while exploring the three at the Arboretum. Please note the level of difficulty on these tours is higher than others offered; a brisk walk and several steps are required to reach the final roof. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the roofs. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
03/17/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Real Philly Tour
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center September 19, 2011-March 31, 2012 Philadelphia is proud to present the new All-in-One Philadelphia Tour, a 4-hour tour that takes you beyond historic Independence Mall and introduces you to some of the lesser known sites of this great city. This tour takes place every Saturday and includes the sites and smells of Chinatown, the funkiness of South Street and the Italian Market, and the wonderful artwork of mural mile. It's a combination history, food, culture and mural tour all wrapped into one!
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Free Tours by Foot |
09/19/11 -
03/31/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Freedom Rings Tour - Winter Schedule
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center January 5-March 31, 2012 Freedom Rings in Philly is a two-hour tour that takes you through the cradle of American Democracy, entertaining you and revealing hidden secrets, fun trivia and light hearted anecdotes. The tour focuses on interesting and fun stories of the men and women who defined Philadelphia so many years ago. |
Free Tours by Foot |
01/05/12 -
03/31/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
9th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Presented by Byers Choice, Ltd. at Byers Choice, Ltd. March 31, 2012 Come meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy free face painting and crafts. Admission is free. Please check the web site www.byerschoice.com if the weather is inclement. Hunt begins at 11am and ends at 1pm with alternating age groups. Don't forget to bring your camera! |
Byers Choice, Ltd. |
03/31/12 |
Byers Choice, Ltd., Chalfont |
Free Chinatown Food Tour
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center February 4-April 1, 2012 Meet at the Independence Visitor Center south entrance on the northeast corner of 6th and Market Streets. Look for your guide with Free Tours by Foot logo. Take a tour of mainland China, Hong Kong, Korea and Vietnam with frequent food stops to refuel as we explore this small but might and uniquely Philly Chinatown. With a densely packed wealth of delicious food and rich culture. As journey from "gim sa" or Golden Mountain, Bachelor Society, to the birth... |
Free Tours by Foot |
02/04/12 -
04/01/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
A Walk with the Curator
Presented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College April 11, 2012 Join Andrew Bunting, curator of the Scott Arboretum, for a free tours at the Scott Arboretum. "A Walk with the Curator" program provides an in-depth look at the collections, gardens, and plant selections through the eyes of the man responsible for curating the collection. Andrew Bunting will discuss the most recent accessions acquired for the collection, why plants were removed from the collection and maybe should be removed from your garden, as well as the latest garden designs at... |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College |
04/11/12 |
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Swarthmore |
Design Zone
Presented by The Franklin Institute at The Franklin Institute January 28-April 12, 2012 What does it take to create a great videogame? How many beats per second does a DJ need to get bodies moving on the dance floor? How do designers create a roller coaster to produce the biggest thrills? Design Zone is organized into three thematic zones, all highlighting the importance of science and mathematical thinking in areas critical to building creativity and innovation: art, music, and engineering. Discover the secrets behind how videogame developers, music producers, roller coaster... |
The Franklin Institute |
01/28/12 -
04/12/12 |
The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia |
Sheep Shearing Day
Presented by Peter Wentz Farmstead at Peter Wentz Farmstead April 14, 2012 Watch as farmers shear the sheep, and stay to learn more about many other typical spring activities on a colonial farm. For the children there will be colonial toys and games, scarecrow building, storytelling, and a puppet theatre. Highlights include open-hearth cooking, farm tours, spinning, weaving, colonial music, and many other historical craft activities. |
Peter Wentz Farmstead |
04/14/12 |
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester |
