The Philadelphia County Penn State Master Gardeners’ annual Garden Day & Plant Sale returns for the 10th year on Sunday, April 27, 2025!

This year, we will be selling a variety of affordable seedlings and native plants with beautiful blooms. Prices range from $4.00 for small vegetable starter plants to $30 for well-established, exotic house plants. Choose from 100s of varieties of unique veggies, herbs, native plants, and pollinators for all kinds of light and moisture conditions. All plants have been carefully cultivated by Penn State Master Gardeners and proceeds support our educational programs in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Master Gardeners will also host garden tours and gardening workshops & demonstrations throughout the day. There’s something for the entire family!

Visit our website for workshop details and the schedule of activities.

This is an outdoor event and will be held rain or shine.

Greener Partners is hosting their first workday of the season at Walnut Hill Community Farm on Sunday, April 27, 1-3 p.m. Volunteers are welcome, no gardening experience is necessary. Sign-ups are encouraged but not required.

Location: Walnut Hill Community Farm (Max Paul Park, 4610 Market St Philadelphia PA 19104) by the SEPTA station.

Sign-up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DADAC28A1FAC61-56357494-april#/.

The Parent Infant Center is holding its seventh annual Day of Play on Saturday, May 3rd.

Outdoor fun begins on the PIC playground at 10AM and continues until 2PM.

Our celebration is a day for families in the West Philadelphia community to enjoy our playground, participate in free activities, and have a fun day together.

Activities include music, arts and activity stations, and playground fun and games for children and their families.

Philadelphia children’s band, City Love, will begin their concert at 10am. There will be a book give-away sponsored by Treehouse Books. Food truck Pink’s Cold Treats will be on-site starting at 11am with water ice, pretzels, all beef hotdogs, and sausages.

Piffaro, the Renaissance Band presents “Now is the Month of Maying.”

Piffaro, the Renaissance Band wraps up its home season with an all-instrumental program, “Now is the Month of Maying.” Tickets start at $29; youth & full-time students attend free of charge.

“There is so much springtime music from the Renaissance,” says artistic director Priscilla Herreid. “Imagine living through a cold, dark winter in a time before electric lighting or central heating. Now it’s May and you’re emerging into warm sunlight. You want to celebrate being alive and being together again! You want to dance, maybe have a little wine, listen to birds sing, and strike up a tune yourself!”

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Honoring the Spiritual Legacy of Fr. John Scott

A Mini Retreat with Cynthia Bourgeault

9.30 AM to 12.30 PM
Saturday, May 10, 2025

St. Mary’s, Hamilton Village
The Episcopal Church at Penn
3916 Locust Walk, Philadelphia

Come be inspired in your faith and action, with modern mystic, writer, speaker, and internationally renowned contemplative leader, the Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault. A Penn and St. Mary’s alumna, Cynthia will address the pressing question of our time. How do we live a life radically obedient to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, loving God and our neighbor?

Cynthia will lead an interactive, practice-based workshop blending mystical and monastic practices with profound social action. Cynthia will draw on insights from mystical activism, Franciscan spirituality, and the life and witness of Fr. John Scott, long-time rector of St. Mary’s in the midst of the tumultuous `60’s and `70’s. All will be inspired to apply this wisdom in the current divided world, with radical courage, gospel compassion, justice, and hospitality.

RSVP requested at adminstrator@stmarysatpenn.org

Suggested donation $20.

Award-winning author Janice Deal brings her new novel, The Blue Door, to West Philly. The novel grapples with the effects of trauma on identity. The protagonist, Flo, has to learn how to relate to her daughter, who has committed a horrific crime that upended both of their lives. Now Flo must find a new way of being in the world, a new spiritual equilibrium. In its “braided” narrative, the novel also incorporates a folktale, passed down through Flo’s family, that intersects with and deepens the real-life story.

“When you step through The Blue Door,” says novelist Julie E. Justicz, “Janice Deal invites you into a world both ordinary and extraordinary, where magic weaves through the fabric of daily life. At its heart is Flo, a wandering spirit and unconventional seeker, whose quest to unravel a shattering family tragedy leaves her estranged, misunderstood, yet fiercely resilient.… Deal masterfully blends the mundane with the mythical, creating a tale that lingers long after the final page.”

Sponsored by the Faithfull Book Club, this event is open to the public, with a reception afterward. Location: Religious of the Assumption Convent, 1001 S. 47th Street, Philadelphia, PA.

Join us at the Kingsessing Library for a fantastic opportunity to explore job openings from various employers. This in-person event is your chance to meet potential employers face-to-face and kickstart your career or find a better job. Don’t miss this chance to connect and learn about exciting job opportunities!

The fair begins at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 2:00 p.m. Jobseekers will be required to sign-in upon arrival. Advance registration is not required.

This Job Fair offers:

– A location central to Southwest Philly—easy to get to by SEPTA or car.

– Access to over 10 employers in one location

– Access to Career Support resources and services

– Access to public computers to apply for jobs online or print resumes

Hosted by the Free Library of Philadelphia Kingsessing Branch and PA CareerLink®

PA CareerLink® Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For program funding details in compliance with the Stevens Amendment, please visit philaworks.org/governance-policy/

Women of Dignity, Inc presents Brothers and Sisters Keeper Day, an event dedicated to uplifting our community and reminding individuals that they are seen, valued, and supported.

In the face of rising costs and inflation, many families are struggling to meet even their most basic needs. As more individuals unexpectedly take on the role of head of household, providing for themselves and their children can become an overwhelming challenge. Through this event, we aim to offer not only tangible resources but also a strong message of solidarity and hope.

Brothers and Sisters Keeper Day will take place on May 24, 2025, at the Lucien Blackwell Community Center from 12 PM to 4 PM. We will offer an array of free services, including haircuts, financial literacy and real estate education, postpartum doula resources, sanitary products, a men’s health circle, spoken word performances, nourishing food, and impactful vendors — all at no cost to our community.

More details and free tickets are available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-of-dignity-inc-presents-brothers-sisters-keeper-day-tickets-1115455590699?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sewing Summer Camp for Kids & Teens at Made Institute!

Looking for a creative and fun summer activity? Made Institute’s Sewing Summer Camp is the perfect place for young designers (ages 10-17) to learn sewing and fashion design skills in an exciting, hands-on environment!

📍 Location: Made Institute, 4719 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143

📅 Sessions:

• Kids Ages 10-13: June 16- June 27, 2025
• Teens Ages 13-17: July 21 – August 1, 2025
• Teens Ages 13-17: August 11 – August 22, 2025

🧵 What They’ll Learn: Sewing, illustration, inspiration boards, and a professional photoshoot at the end. Students create their own garments and accessories, work with other creative kids, and are taught by experienced designers.

Spots fill up fast—register now! Learn more at Made Institute’s website: https://made-institute.com/teen-camp.