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X-WR-CALNAME:Philadelphia · free · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ohara School of Ikebana Exhibition DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260902T181308Z UID:10011924-1789603200-1789862399@delcoarts.org CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:The Delaware Valley Chapter of the Ohara School of Ikebana wil l present an exhibition in celebration of the changing of the seasons from summer to fall. Ikebana\, also known as the “way of flowers\,” is the art of Japanese flower arrangement and is subtle\, sensitive\, sophistica ted\, and meditative. It utilizes flowers\, leaves\, and branches\, as wel l as unexpected and/or unconventional materials. \nMembers of the Ohara Sc hool of Ikebana will be available to answer questions about the art form a nd arrangements displayed throughout the exhibition. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nSchedule: \nThursday\, September 17\n4:00 – 6: 00 pm: Meet and Greet with the Exhibitors – registration required ($25 fee) \nFriday\, September 18\n12:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Exhibition open to the public\n2:00 – 2:30 pm: Ohara School of Ikebana Demonstration\n5:30 – 6:00 pm: Ohara School of Ikebana Demonstration \nSaturday\, September 19\ n10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Exhibition open to the public\n11:00 am – 12:00 p m: In-Person Highlights Tour of Scott Arboretum & Gardens\n12:00 – 2:00 pm: Ikebana Flower Arranging Make-and-Take for All Ages \nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program. \nOhara School of Ikebana Exhib ition LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181308Z LOCATION:Scott Arboretum\, 500 College Avenue\, Swarthmore\, PA\, 19081\, United States URL:https://delcoarts.org/event/ohara-school-of-ikebana-exhibition/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Delaware County Arts Consortium X-SOURCE-URL:https://delcoarts.org/venue/utility-works-makerspace END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Health Screenings – Cedar Food Market – Jefferson Community He alth Collaborative DTSTART:20260917T140000Z DTEND:20260917T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T061444Z UID:10015761-1789639200-1789646400@healthymindsphilly.org CATEGORIES:film,free DESCRIPTION:Jefferson Health provides FREE A1C\, total cholesterol and blo od pressure screenings within the Philadelphia area. Come out for a free s creening! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T061444Z LOCATION:Food Trust- Cedar Food Market\, 600 S 52nd St\, Philadelphia\, 19 143\, United States URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/health-screenings-cedar-food-mark et-jefferson-community-health-collaborative-2/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Healthy Minds Philly® X-SOURCE-URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/volunteer-opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VAMOS A HACER: Communal Co-Creation Journey — Vámonos Pa’l Mo nte Project Partners in Conversation DTSTART:20260917T213000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T001813Z UID:10000309-1789666200-1789671600@tallerpr.org CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 17\, 2026 | 5:30pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puertorr iqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for E vent\n\n\n\n\nFree Event | RSVP required\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Join the team behind “Vámonos Pa’l Monte” for a conversation with partners Talle r Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \n\n\n\nOn Thurs day\, September 17\, join us for VAMOS A HACER: Communal Co-Creation Jour ney — Vámonos Pa’l Monte Project Partners in Conversation with the p roject team\, the cohort of local artists collaborating on this Mural Arts project\, and representatives from project partners Taller Puertorrique ño and Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \n\n\n\nThe Vámonos Pa’l Monte team and project partners will share the behind-the-scenes collabo rative process of this public art and engagement project\, culminating in October with a four-mile procession through Philadelphia. Together\, they have spent two years in deep community engagement with residents\, artists \, and culture workers of Norris Square\, a neighborhood long at the heart of Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican population. Hear how this shared journey has shaped and informed lead artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz’s creative p rocess. \n\n\n\nOn-site art activations led by teaching artists and partne rs will follow the conversation. Attendees will have the opportunity to c reate art objects that will become part of the Vámonos Pa’l Monte pro cessional. \n\n\n\nThe conversation will be moderated by Marángeli Mejí a-Rabell\, project curator\, director of the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Fi lm Festival\, and co-founder/jefa of AFROTAINO. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T001813Z LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, North 5th Street 2600\, Philadelphia\, P ennsylvania\, 19133\, United States URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/vamos-a-hacer/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm _medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Taller Puertorriqueño X-SOURCE-URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/cookingconomi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VAMOS A HACER: The Communal Co-Creation Journey DTSTART:20260917T213000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T182958Z UID:10041500-1789666200-1789671600@gridphilly.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Join the team behind "Vámonos Pa'l Monte" for a conversation with partners Taller Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neighborhood Projec t.\n\n\nOn Thursday\, September 17\, join us for VAMOS A HACER: Communal C o-Creation Journey — Vámonos Pa’l Monte Project Partners in Conversat ion with the project team\, the cohort of local artists collaborating on t his Mural Arts project\, and representatives from project partners Taller Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \nThe Vámonos Pa ’l Monte team and project partners will share the behind-the-scenes coll aborative process of this public art and engagement project\, culminating in October with a four-mile procession through Philadelphia. Together\, th ey have spent two years in deep community engagement with residents\, arti sts\, and culture workers of Norris Square\, a neighborhood long at the he art of Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican population. Hear how this shared jour ney has shaped and informed lead artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz’s creative process. \nOn-site art activations led by teaching artists and partners wi ll follow the conversation. Attendees will have the opportunity to create art objects that will become part of the Vámonos Pa’l Monte processiona l. \nThe conversation will be moderated by Marángeli Mejía-Rabell\, proj ect curator\, director of the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival\, a nd co-founder/jefa of AFROTAINO. \nEn Español: \nEl jueves 17 de septiemb re\, acompáñenos en VAMOS A HACER: El Trayecto de Co Creación en Comuni dad: Charla con los Colaboradores del Proyecto Vámonos Pa’l Monte\, jun to al equipo creativo\, el grupo de artistas locales colaborando en este p royecto de Mural Arts\, y representantes de los colaboradores del proyecto Taller Puertorriqueño y Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \nEl equipo de Vámonos Pa’l Monte y los colaboradores del proyecto compartirán los detalles del proceso colaborativo de esta iniciativa de arte público y p articipación ciudadana\, que culminará en octubre con una procesión de cuatro millas por Filadelfia. Juntos\, se han sumergido en dos años de pr ofunda participación comunitaria con los residentes\, los artistas y los profesionales de la cultura de Norris Square\, un barrio que durante mucho tiempo ha sido el corazón de la población puertorriqueña de Filadelfia \, y cómo este viaje compartido ha moldeado e influido en el proceso crea tivo de la artista principal\, Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz. \nEste evento\, inclu irá activaciones artísticas en el mismo lugar\, dirigidas por artistas d ocentes y colaboradores.Habrá oportunidades para crear objetos artístico s que formarán parte de la procesión de Vámonos Pa’l Monte. \nLa conv ersación estará moderada por Marángeli Mejía-Rabell\, curadora del pro yecto\, directora del Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival\, y cofunda dora/jefa de AFROTAINO. \nEvent Details | Detalles del Evento: \nThursday\ , September 17 | jueves\, 17 de septiembre5:30–7 pmLas Parcelas Garden22 48 N. Palethorp Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133 \nThis event is free and open to the public.Click to RSVP by Wednesday\, September 16. \nEste event o es gratis y está abierto al público.Haz clic aquí para confirmar tu a sistencia antes del miércoles 16 de septiembre. \nMore About Our Project Partners: \nTaller Puertorriqueño is a community-based cultural organizat ion whose primary purpose is to preserve\, develop\, and promote Puerto Ri can arts and culture\, grounded in the conviction that embracing one’s c ultural heritage is empowering. Taller is committed to the representation and support of other Latino cultural expressions and our common roots\, gu ided by the vision of a Latino community that is engaged\, culturally awar e\, and economically vibrant in a society that values its cultural diversi ty. As an arts and culture destination\, Taller catalyzes community develo pment through its resources and builds bridges between the local community \, the region\, and the Puerto Rican and Latino Diaspora. \nNorris Square Neighborhood Project (NSNP) is a cultural hub committed to uniting and ins piring the surrounding community through programs aimed at the cultivation of young leaders\, the preservation of Puerto Rican cultural heritage\, a nd the stewardship of community land and environmental practices. NSNP uni tes and inspires youth and families using the strengths of our community —shared cultural wisdom\, creative energies\, and environmental spaces a nd experiences—and prepares youth for a future in which art\, agricultur e\, and cultural awareness can be leveraged for individual agency and comm unity prosperity.Más información sobre nuestros colaboradores en el proy ecto: \nTaller Puertorriqueño es una organización cultural de base comun itaria cuyo objetivo principal es preservar\, desarrollar y promover las a rtes y la cultura puertorriqueñas\, partiendo de la convicción de que ab razar el propio patrimonio cultural es una fuente de empoderamiento. Talle r está comprometido con la representación y el apoyo a otras expresiones culturales Latinas y a nuestras raíces comunes\, guiado por la visión d e una comunidad Latina dedicada\, con conciencia cultural y económicament e dinámica\, en una sociedad que valora su diversidad cultural. Como cent ro de referencia en el ámbito de las artes y la cultura\, Taller impulsa el desarrollo comunitario a través de sus recursos y construye puentes en tre la comunidad local\, la región y la Diáspora Puertorriqueña y Latin a. \nNorris Square Neighborhood Project (NSNP) es un centro cultural dedic ado a unir e inspirar a la comunidad de los alrededores a través de progr amas destinados a la formación de jóvenes líderes\, la preservación de l patrimonio cultural Puertorriqueño\, y la administración de los terren os comunitarios y prácticas medioambientales. NSNP une e inspira a los j óvenes y a las familias utilizando los puntos fuertes de nuestra comunida d —la sabiduría cultural compartida\, las energías creativas y los esp acios y experiencias medioambientales— y prepara a los jóvenes para un futuro en el que el arte\, la agricultura y la conciencia cultural puedan aprovecharse para potenciar la autonomía individual y la prosperidad de l a comunidad. \nMore About Vámonos Pa’l Monte: \nVámonos Pa’l Monte i s a living tribute to Puerto Rican culture\, resilience\, and the migratio n stories that shape communities across the diaspora\, conceived by artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz with support from costume designer Kristina Tollefso n and Mural Arts Philadelphia. Major support for Vámonos Pa’l Monte has been provided by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage\, with additional sup port from the William Penn Foundation and Pennsylvania Creative Industries \, powered by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts\, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Ar ts. Project partners include Taller Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neig hborhood Project. \nMás información sobre Vámonos Pa’l Monte: \nVámo nos Pa’l Monte es un homenaje vivo a la cultura puertorriqueña\, la res iliencia y las historias de migración que dan forma a las comunidades de toda la diáspora\, concebido por la renombrada artista Wanda Raimundi-Ort iz con el apoyo de la diseñadora de vestuario Kristina Tollefson y Mural Arts Philadelphia. Vámonos Pa’l Monte cuenta con el apoyo principal de The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage\, así como de la William Penn Foundati on y el Pennsylvania Creative Industries. Entre los colaboradores del proy ecto figuran el Taller Puertorriqueño y el Norris Square Neighborhood Pro ject. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T182958Z LOCATION:Las Parcelas (Norris Square Neighborhood Project)\, 2248 North Pa lethorp Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/vamos-a-hacer-the-communal-co-creation-jo urney/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Grid Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/taproom-yoga END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Writers in Camden: Stacey Waite DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T180618Z UID:626@thesunpapers.com CATEGORIES:free,literary DESCRIPTION:Author Stacey Waite will visit Camden for a free reading as pa rt of Writers in Camden at Rutgers-Camden.\n\nWaite is an associate profes sor of English at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and the author of T eaching Queer: Radical Possibilities for Writing and Knowing. Waite has al so published poetry collections including Butch Geography and the lake has no saint.\n\nWaite has led writing workshops\, lectures\, and diversity t raining at high schools and colleges across the country\, with a focus on gender diversity and support for queer youth. Waite is also the editor of Ways of Reading\, a composition textbook\, and works in composition\, teac hing\, and community writing.\n\nThe newest poetry collection\, A Real Man Would Have a Gun\, explores gender\, sexuality\, masculinity\, and parent hood from a genderqueer point of view. The collection includes serious\, e motional\, angry\, and funny moments as it looks at how gender shapes peop le’s lives.\n\nThe event will be held in the Multipurpose Room at the Ru tgers-Camden Campus Center\, 326 Penn Street\, Camden\, NJ 08102.\n\nAdmis sion is free\, and registration is encouraged. Refreshments will be provid ed\, and books will be available for purchase.\n\nThe in-person event take s place Thursday\, September 17\, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and lasts about 90 m inutes. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T180618Z URL:https://thesunpapers.com/events/writers-in-camden-stacey-waite?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Best Philadelphia Concert Venues for Live Music in 2026 X-SOURCE-URL:https://thesunpapers.com/2026/04/03/c-lifestyle-philadelphia- concert-venues-guide END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ladies' Night Sip & Shop DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T072742Z UID:10078426-1789668000-1789675200@mainlineparent.com CATEGORIES:community,drink,free DESCRIPTION:Join Chapter Two Books for Ladies’ Night Sip & Shop on Thurs day September 17! Browse the shelves\, support local small businesses\, an d enjoy a drink and good company. Admission is free\, but space is limited . RSVP! LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T072742Z LOCATION:Chapter Two Books\, 1418 Manoa Road\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, Un ited States URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/ladies-night-sip-shop/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Main Line Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://mainlineparent.com/festivals-fairs-and-carnivals-for- main-line-family-fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Fossil-Fuel-Free House: A Passive House Tour DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T182958Z UID:10040526-1789668000-1789673400@gridphilly.com CATEGORIES:education,free DESCRIPTION:What Does a Home Without Fossil Fuels Look Like? \nGet a behin d-the-scenes look at Passive George\, an all-electric\, net-zero energy re sidential development taking shape in Philadelphia. \nJoin Green Philly fo r a construction-site tour to see how Passive House strategies\, including a high-performance building envelope\, advanced air sealing and insulatio n\, and rooftop solar\, come together to reduce energy use. \nDesigned to pursue PHIUS certification\, Passive George is projected to produce enough solar energy to offset 100% of its annual energy demand. You’ll learn w hat makes Passive House design different\, how these strategies can create more comfortable and resilient homes\, and what this project could teach us about the future of sustainable housing in Philly. \nHosted by Green Ph illy\, learn from architect Jeremy Avellino of Bright Common and Deborah S olo and Alejandro Franqui of Solo Real Estate\, general contractor Anthony Giacobbe of Red Oak Construction and the project manager and PHIUS verifi er\, Neil Goldman. \nLocation: 1931-1933 W. George St.\, Philadelphia \nSp ace will be limited due to the active construction site. Additional safety and accessibility details will be shared with registered attendees. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T182958Z LOCATION:1931-1933 W. George St.\, Philadelphia URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-fossil-fuel-free-house-a-passive-hous e-tour/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-p a X-SOURCE-NAME:Grid Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/taproom-yoga END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Native Plants Spotlight DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T002825Z UID:10041499-1789671600-1789675200@gridphilly.com CATEGORIES:education,free DESCRIPTION:Give your landscape new purpose with native plants!\n\n\nDisco ver a selection of native all-star perennials (and vines!) to add to your garden\, including ground covers\, pollinator must-haves\, and seed-produc ing standouts. Escape choice paralysis with practical guidance and inspira tion just in time for fall planting. \nPresented by Katie Fisk\, Environme ntal Educator & Native Home Gardener \nFree of charge | Virtual event \nTh is virtual lecture is a part of our Third Thursday Lecture series LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T002825Z URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/native-plants-spotlight/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Grid Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/taproom-yoga END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reception: EN SU SITIO / IN ITS PLACE Antonio Fiol-Silva: architec ture + urbanism DTSTART:20260918T213000Z DTEND:20260919T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T001813Z UID:10000299-1789752600-1789763400@tallerpr.org CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 18\, 5:30pm – 8:30pm\n\n\n\nTaller Puerto rriqueño | 2600 N. 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MO RE ABOUT THE SHOW\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTen years after c ompleting Taller’s permanent home\, El Corazón Cultural Center\, Taller ’s building lead architect\, Antonio Fiol-Silva (Founding Principal\, SI TIO architecture + urbanism) presents an exhibition that reflects on the s ocial role of architecture. EN SU SITIO (IN ITS PLACE)  conveys how bui lt environments influence collective life\, identity\, and storytelling th rough models\, drawings\, and narrative explorations. The show also honors the 10th anniversary of Taller’s award-winning building project\, an en during gathering place for culture and resilience. \n\n\n\nFull Name *Emai l Address *How many people are attending with you?Just me1 more person2 mo re people3 or more peopleRegister LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T001813Z LOCATION:Pennsylvania URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/reception-ensusitio/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Taller Puertorriqueño X-SOURCE-URL:https://tallerpr.org/events/cookingconomi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dance Party in Love Park DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T061444Z UID:10015989-1789758000-1789768800@healthymindsphilly.org CATEGORIES:dance,free DESCRIPTION:Philly’s most diverse outdoor Latin dance party returns ever y Friday this summer (through September) at Love Park in Center City\, Phi ladelphia. The evening kicks off with a fun and accessible salsa and bacha ta lesson at 7 PM\, led by the talented instructors of Dance Republic. No partner or prior experience is needed—just come ready to move! \nAfter t he lesson\, the plaza transforms into an open-air dance floor\, with DJ Ke vin Ngo spinning the hottest salsa\, bachata\, and merengue tracks all nig ht long. Expect a vibrant crowd of dancers from all levels\, from absolute beginners to seasoned social dancers\, creating a welcoming and festive a tmosphere. \nLove Park\, officially known as John F. Kennedy Plaza\, is on e of Philadelphia’s most iconic spots\, famous for its LOVE sculpture an d lively city energy. Dancing under the skyline with the fountain as your backdrop makes this event a truly unique Philly experience. \nThis weekly summer social is free and open to the public. Bring friends\, grab some co mfortable shoes\, and enjoy an unforgettable night of music\, dance\, and community right in the heart of the city! \nLearn more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T061444Z LOCATION:Love Park\, 1501 JFK Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, 19102\, United St ates URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dance-party-in-love-park/2026-09- 18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Healthy Minds Philly® X-SOURCE-URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/volunteer-opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Philadelphia String Project Open House DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T003942Z UID:10035890-1789808400-1789815600@phillyfamily.com CATEGORIES:education,free,music DESCRIPTION:Join us for our FREE Open House to learn more about the Philad elphia String Project\, a program for students grades 2nd-7th who are inte rested in learning the musical skills essential to playing a string instru ment. \nIn weekly large and small group classes\, fundamental skills will be taught\, allowing the student to thrive in a low-pressure and supportiv e environment. Students are taught by a Master Teacher and supported by Te mple University undergraduate music education and performance string inter ns. \nNo audition or previous musical experience required. Student must pr ovide their own instrument. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T003942Z LOCATION:Presser Hall at Temple University\, 2001 North 13th Street\, Phil adelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/philadelphia-string-project-open-house/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Philadelphia Family Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://phillyfamily.com/philly-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cherry Hill Autumn Craft & Vendor Market DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T163115Z UID:591@thesunpapers.com CATEGORIES:family,food,free,market DESCRIPTION:The Cherry Hill Mall is getting ready for a full weekend of fa ll shopping and local vendors during the Cherry Hill Autumn Craft & Vendor Market. The family-friendly event will bring together local businesses\, handmade products\, seasonal decorations\, gifts\, clothing\, candles\, sw eet treats\, self-care items\, and other fall favorites as shoppers begin preparing for the autumn season and early holiday shopping.\n\nVisitors ca n expect a relaxed weekend atmosphere with plenty of local vendors offerin g unique and handmade items\, along with fall home décor and one-of-a-kin d finds. Organizers say the market is expected to attract families\, weeke nd shoppers\, and people looking to support local businesses while enjoyin g the start of the fall season.\n\nThe event takes place at Cherry Hill Ma ll\, located at 2000 New Jersey 38 in Cherry Hill Township\, New Jersey. V endor registration is still open\, but spaces are limited and filling quic kly. Businesses interested in joining the event can register through Homet own Vendor Market.\n\nAdmission is free for all visitors.\n\nThe Cherry Hi ll Autumn Craft & Vendor Market will be held Saturday\, September 19\, 202 6\, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.\, and Sunday\, September 20\, 2026\, from 11 a. m. to 6 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T163115Z LOCATION:Cherry Hill Mall\, 2000 New Jersey Route 38\, Cherry Hill\, NJ\, 08002\, United States URL:https://thesunpapers.com/events/cherry-hill-autumn-craft-vendor-market ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Best Philadelphia Concert Venues for Live Music in 2026 X-SOURCE-URL:https://thesunpapers.com/2026/04/03/c-lifestyle-philadelphia- concert-venues-guide END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Finding Friends: Outreach and Faithful Sharing DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T191500Z DTSTAMP:20260731T181452Z UID:112939-1789812000-1789830900@www.pym.org CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Friends will gather over Zoom for Philadelphia Yearly Meeting ’s Finding Friends: Outreach and Faithful Sharing\, September 19\, 2026\ , 10:00 am – 3:15 pm. \nThis event is especially for Friends who already feel a spark for outreach in their meeting and are looking for direction and practical tools to act on it\, including Friends who are not part of a formal committee. \nThis free event is open to outreach committee members \, clerks\, and any Friend involved in welcoming newcomers who wants to bu ild skills\, learn about resources\, and connect with others around Quaker outreach and inreach. \nWhether your meeting has been doing outreach for years or is just getting started\, this is an opportunity to consider how we welcome newcomers and help current attenders and members feel part of t he meeting community. \nFriends will share outreach ideas\, marketing stra tegies\, and ways they have connected with their local communities. \nRegi ster for Event \nSchedule \n10:00 – 10:15 AM | Opening WorshipWe begin w ith a period of gathered silence to center ourselves before the day’s wo rk. \n10:15 – 11:15 AM | Session: Proselytizing vs. Faithful Sharing –  Early Friends shared their faith with a directness and authenticity that changed lives. How did we get from there to here — and what might it lo ok like to find our way back? In this opening session\, we’ll explore th e distinction between proselytizing and faithful sharing\, drawing on Quak er history and our own experience\, and asking together what it means to s peak of our faith without coercion or apology. \n11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | C onversation: A Meeting Thriving in Outreach – Monthly Meeting of Friend s of Philadelphia (Arch Street Friends) shares what a living outreach prac tice looks like — how they built it\, what has worked\, and what other m eetings might learn from their experience. In conversation with Friend Ale c Unkovic\, Clerk of the Outreach Committee. \n12:15 – 1:00 PM | Lunch B reak \n1:00 – 2:00 PM | Outreach Tools 101 – A practical introduction to three free tools — Canva\, Mailchimp\, and Wix — that any meeting can use to begin or strengthen its outreach presence. Facilitated by membe rs of PYM’s Communications Team. \n2:00 – 3:00 PM | Queries & Sharing – Open\, Spirit-led discussion. Queries will be offered to prompt refle ction\, and participants are invited to share from their own experience of outreach and faithful sharing. \n3:00 – 3:15 PM | Closing Worship \nFri ends can contact Simone Small Gellizeau\, director of Programs and Religio us Life at sgellizeau@pym.org with any questions. \n\nRegister at https:// secure.qgiv.com/for/PYMEvents/event/findingfriends26/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T181452Z URL:https://www.pym.org/event/finding-friends-outreach-and-faithful-sharin g/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Philadelphia Yearly Meeting X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.pym.org/youth-programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:K-12 Philly School Fair DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061428Z UID:10016203-1789812000-1789833600@healthymindsphilly.org CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:The K-12 Philly School Fair is a free event that supports fami lies citywide in exploring their school choices and navigating Philadelphi a’s complex school selection process. The Fair is Philadelphia’s only opportunity for families to connect with over 150 schools of all grade lev els and types in one place\, including district\, charter\, and faith-base d schools. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061428Z LOCATION:PA Convention Center\, 1201 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, 19107\, United States URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/k-12-philly-school-fair/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Healthy Minds Philly® X-SOURCE-URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/volunteer-opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Boating DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T004920Z UID:10013172-1789812000-1789826400@www.bartramsgarden.org CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us for free kayaking and rowing on the Tidal Schuylkill R iver! \n\nNo pre-registration or experience is necessary.\nSuitable for al l ages and skill levels.\nEquipment\, life jackets\, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided–first-come\, first-served.\nMinor s must be accompanied by an adult.\nMay be canceled in the event of inclem ent weather or unsafe river conditions.\nThis program will be offered week ly\, with the exception of some closures\, from 10am—2pm from May throug h September.\nFor more information about boating at Bartram’s Garden\, s ee our Boating FAQ. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T004920Z LOCATION:Dock & Community Boathouse\, Bartram's Garden\, 5400 Lindbergh Bo ulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143-6128\, United States URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org/event/free-boating26/2026-09-19/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bartram's Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:British Revolutionary War Encampment & Reenactment DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T192408Z UID:10078584-1789812000-1789833600@mainlineparent.com CATEGORIES:community,festival,free DESCRIPTION:Colonial history will come to life in Tredyffrin Township this September when His Majesty’s 40th Regiment\, 2nd Battalion Light Infant ry – the “Bloodhounds” – establishes an authentic Revolutionary Wa r encampment at Teegarden Park in Tredyffrin Township as part of Chester C ounty’s 250th anniversary celebration. \nThe encampment and re-enactment will take place Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 from 10 AM to 4 PM\, and Sunday\, September 20\, 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM. This free event will off er visitors an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds of a Britis h 18th-century military camp and learn about the soldiers\, strategies and battlefield conditions of the American Revolution. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T192408Z LOCATION:Teegarden Park\, 440 Old State Road\, Berwyn\, PA URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/british-revolutionary-war-encampment- reenactment/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Main Line Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://mainlineparent.com/festivals-fairs-and-carnivals-for- main-line-family-fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stories of Science at Science History Institute DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T003917Z UID:10033804-1789812000-1789837200@phillyfamily.com CATEGORIES:education,family,free DESCRIPTION:At Science History Institute\, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science his tory. Saturday’s fun\, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. \nStories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays\, with each story varying every week. Admission is free and reservations ar e not required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T003917Z LOCATION:Science History Institute\, 315 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/stories-of-science-at-science-history-i nstitute/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=p hiladelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Philadelphia Family Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://phillyfamily.com/philly-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Bike Rentals DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T184827Z UID:10013654-1789819200-1789826400@www.bartramsgarden.org CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram’s Mile Trail! \ nFree\, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bi kes are first-come\, first-served\, but register in advance to receive inf o on weather-related cancellations. \nHave your own bike? We also provide  simple repairs (flats\, chains\, brake adjustments)\, diagnostics\, and bike safety brochures. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T184827Z LOCATION:Bike Container URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org/event/fbr091926/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bartram's Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:British Revolutionary War Encampment & Reenactment DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T192408Z UID:10078585-1789898400-1789916400@mainlineparent.com CATEGORIES:community,festival,free DESCRIPTION:Colonial history will come to life in Tredyffrin Township this September when His Majesty’s 40th Regiment\, 2nd Battalion Light Infant ry – the “Bloodhounds” – establishes an authentic Revolutionary Wa r encampment at Teegarden Park in Tredyffrin Township as part of Chester C ounty’s 250th anniversary celebration. \nThe encampment and re-enactment will take place Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 from 10 AM to 4 PM\, and Sunday\, September 20\, 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM. This free event will off er visitors an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds of a Britis h 18th-century military camp and learn about the soldiers\, strategies and battlefield conditions of the American Revolution. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T192408Z LOCATION:Teegarden Park\, 440 Old State Road\, Berwyn\, PA URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/british-revolutionary-war-encampment- reenactment/2026-09-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Main Line Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://mainlineparent.com/festivals-fairs-and-carnivals-for- main-line-family-fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:From Trees: Art\, Craft and Creativity DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060649Z UID:113190-1789905600-1789912800@www.pym.org CATEGORIES:arts,community,free DESCRIPTION:Join London Grove Friends Meeting for a community celebration of the creativity inspired by trees and the legacy of its historic Penn Oa k\, which fell in 2023 after standing on the Meetinghouse grounds for more than 350 years. \nWe invite anyone who has crafted an item from Penn Oak wood to bring their creation for display during the event. Photos of large r pieces are also welcome. Some handcrafted items will be available for sa le directly from the makers. \nThe afternoon will also feature the Faces i n Quaker Trees photography exhibition\, nature-related games and activitie s for children and light refreshments. \nAdmission is free and all are wel come. To let us know you have a Penn Oak piece to exhibit\, please contact LondonGroveOak@gmail.com. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060649Z LOCATION:London Grove Monthly Meeting\, 500 E Street Road\, Kennett Square \, 19348 URL:https://www.pym.org/event/from-trees-art-craft-and-creativity/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Philadelphia Yearly Meeting X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.pym.org/youth-programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Bike Rentals DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T184827Z UID:10013655-1789905600-1789912800@www.bartramsgarden.org CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram’s Mile Trail! \ nFree\, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bi kes are first-come\, first-served\, but register in advance to receive inf o on weather-related cancellations. \nHave your own bike? We also provide  simple repairs (flats\, chains\, brake adjustments)\, diagnostics\, and bike safety brochures. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T184827Z LOCATION:Bike Container URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org/event/fbr092026/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bartram's Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Virtual Info Session for Job Seeking Adults 55+ DTSTART:20260923T140000Z DTEND:20260923T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T182458Z UID:10002825-1790157600-1790161200@www.jevshumanservices.org CATEGORIES:education,free DESCRIPTION:Are you a Philadelphia resident age 55+ and looking for employ ment? Your experience is valuable\, and we’re here to help! \nJEVS Caree r Solutions for 55+ invites you to a free virtual information session. It ’s led by our Career Coach Counselor. You can expect a supportive conver sation\, and you can ask questions\, or simply listen. This session is not a hidden sales pitch. Our nonprofit program offers personalized career co unseling and job placement assistance for older adults who are looking for their next step. \n“You gave me hope and a new\, positive outlook on my job search.”\n-M.T.\, JEVS Career Solutions for 55+ client \nPhiladelph ia-area employers are hiring\, and we’re here to support you. Join us to learn more about our free employment counseling services for adults who a re 55 and over. \nComplete this form to receive a link to the Info Session . LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T182458Z URL:https://www.jevshumanservices.org/event/free-virtual-info-session-for- job-seeking-adults-55-5/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campai gn=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:JEVS Human Services X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.jevshumanservices.org/jevs-design-lab-northeast-p hiladelphia-makerspace END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Fishing DTSTART:20260923T210000Z DTEND:20260923T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T184854Z UID:10013613-1790182800-1790190000@www.bartramsgarden.org CATEGORIES:free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays are for fishing! \n\nAll ages are welcome\, no expe rience is necessary.\nFree rods\, tackle\, bait\, and basic instruction fo r catch-and-release fishing on a first-come\, first-served basis\, while s upplies last.\nCatch and release only.\nNo fishing license or pre-registra tion is required.\nProgram runs weekly on Wednesdays and Thursdays from Ma y 6—August 27\, and then on Wednesdays 5-7 from September 2–September 23. Fishing may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe ri ver conditions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T184854Z LOCATION:Bartram’s Garden Community Boathouse\, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd.\, P hiladelphia\, PA\, 19143\, United States URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org/event/free-fishing26-2-2-17/2026-09-23/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bartram's Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bartramsgarden.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR