BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Philadelphia: education\, tonight (Thu Sep 17 from 5:00 PM\, A merica/New_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscri be rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https: //caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains in formation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/philadelphia-pa/tonight-education.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Philadelphia: education\, tonight (Thu Sep 17 from 5:00 PM\, America/New_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscr ibe rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https ://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains i nformation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Philadelphia · education · tonight · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Robotics Zone DTSTART:20260917T203000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062223Z UID:10033597-1789662600-1789673400@kleinlife.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This program is designed for students ages 4-16. \nEncourage C reative Thinking\nBy applying scientific concepts in a real-world setting\ , students brainstorm solutions\, use their imaginations to design models\ , and see the tangible output of their creativity. \nBuild Teamwork Skills \nStudents work together to bring their concepts to life. This encourages kids to voice their opinions\, ask others for input\, and utilize their st rengths and of others. \nEnhance Problem-Solving Skills\nWe encourage stud ents to think outside the box and apply creativity while learning how to p rogram the models they’re building\; a skill of recognizing and solving problems. \nTeaches Computer Programming\nOur staff gives students the opp ortunity to practice and complete the workshop with a better understanding of and ability to use computer programming. \nRegister here LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062223Z LOCATION:KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia URL:https://kleinlife.org/event/robotics-zone/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:KleinLife X-SOURCE-URL:https://kleinlife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Carnot Prize: Honoring John Kerry DTSTART:20260917T213000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T183203Z UID:10037402-1789666200-1789671600@greenphl.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:This year marks the tenth Carnot Prize\, awarding substantial contributions to energy policy. Our 2026 recipient is John Kerry\, former U.S. senator\, secretary of state\, and presidential climate envoy.\n\nKer ry\, a long-time advocate for climate crisis diplomacy and solutions that achieve a just and sustainable energy transition\, is currently a Visiting Distinguished Statesman for global climate and oceans affairs at the Car negie Endowment for International Peace. Prior to this role\, he served as the 68th secretary of state under President Obama and as Special Preside ntial Envoy for Climate under President Biden. For nearly thirty years\, h e served as a U.S. senator\, representing Massachusetts.\n\nThroughout dec ades of public service\, Kerry has been instrumental in forging domestic a nd international cooperation to address the defining energy and environmen tal challenges of our lifetime. His leadership as secretary of state helpe d secure the landmark Paris Agreement\, and he continues to mobilize gover nments\, businesses\, investors\, and communities to pursue ambitious clim ate and clean energy solutions.\n\nIncluded in the ceremony will be a lect ure in his honor by Cary Coglianese\, Edward B. Shils Professor of Law at Penn Carey Law.\n\nA reception will immediately follow the program. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T183203Z LOCATION:Penn Museum\, Penn Museum\, 3260 South St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 1 9104 URL:https://greenphl.com/event/2026-carnot-prize-honoring-john-kerry/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:Green Philly X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.greenphl.com/events-calendar/community/add 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:Plantology on Tap: Foraging Fundamentals DTSTART:20260917T223000Z DTEND:20260917T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182530Z UID:10037756-1789669800-1789673400@gridphilly.com CATEGORIES:drink,education,food DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to foraging\, wil d edible plants\, and simple ways to enjoy nature’s flavors.\n\n\nCuriou s about foraging but not sure where to start? Join us for a beginner-frien dly introduction to finding and using wild edible plants. This talk will c over the basics of plant identification\, safety\, and responsible harvest ing\, along with simple ways to enjoy what you gather. Discover how foragi ng can deepen your connection to the natural world and bring new flavors t o your table. Enjoy a delicious small bite and signature cocktail to round out the fun. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182530Z LOCATION:The Creamery of Kennett Square\, 401 Birch Street\, Kennett Squar e\, PA\, 19348\, United States URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/plantology-on-tap-foraging-fundamentals/? 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: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:Smart Speaking to the Smart Speaker: Effective Use of the Reading History and the Streaming History and What’s the Difference DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T181241Z UID:31662-1789671600-1789675200@mylamp.org CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T181241Z LOCATION:Virtual URL:https://mylamp.org/smart-speaking-to-the-smart-speaker-effective-use-o f-the-reading-history-and-the-streaming-history-and-whats-the-difference/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=philadelphia-pa X-SOURCE-NAME:LAMP X-SOURCE-URL:https://mylamp.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR