Green Philly

Closet Factory’s ‘Holiday Wonderland’ to Benefit Bethanna
2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Closet Factory Mt. Laurel Township, 3001 Irwin Rd E., Mt. Laurel Township, NJ, 08054, United States
Closet Factory Philadelphia invites families to celebrate the season at Holiday Wonderland, a free, family-friendly shopping and fundraising event benefiting Bethanna, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 am – 3 pm at 3001 Irwin Rd E, Mt. Laurel Township, NJ 08054. Guests can shop for holiday gifts from an array of local artisans, including Melange Boutique, Eternal Jewelry, EKT Designs, Simply Nestled, Busy Hand Dough Co., The Honest Crumb, VIIX Paradise, JG Artistry, and Sophie’s Stitching.

The festive day also includes photos with Santa, letter-writing to the North Pole, a holiday craft area, a toy drive supporting Bethanna families, and opportunities to win raffle prizes—including themed gift baskets for women, men, and kids. Food trucks such as KinderSips, Dominic’s Tavern, Not Your Mama’s Tacos, and Good Karma will be onsite with delicious seasonal offerings. All proceeds and toy donations directly support Bethanna’s mission to strengthen and uplift local children and foster families. To contribute to the toy drive, visit bit.ly/holidaywonderlandwishlist. RSVP for the event at bit.ly/ClosetCaresHolidayWonderland.

The Tapcracker
2025-12-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Suzanne Roberts Theatre, 480 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19146, United States
This holiday season, join The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, Philadelphia’s own all-women tap company, for The Tapcracker!
?Hailed as a “real delight” (ThINKing Dance), this all-tap version of the holiday favorite has “taken its rightful place among the Philadelphia holiday traditions on the Avenue of the Arts” (Broad Street Review). With a cast of over 40 dancers from PA, NJ, and DE, The Tapcracker transports audiences to Paris, where an infestation of rats has thrown the city into chaos: toy soldiers guard the Eiffel Tower, mice wreak havoc in the Metro, and Duke Ellington’s swinging rendition of the beloved Tchaikovsky score will leave you dancing in your seat.

Discover Microplastics in the TTF Watershed
2025-12-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Friends Hospital, 4641 E Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, 19124, United States
ighborhoods? Want to take part in meaningful community science right here in the TTF Watershed?

Join TTF Watershed Partnership and The Academy of Natural Sciences to learn about the new Philadelphia Marine Debris Action Coalition (PMAC)—a NOAA and Pennsylvania Sea Grant–funded initiative spanning six watersheds across the Greater Philadelphia region. TTF is proud to serve as one of the coalition’s partners, helping engage local residents in hands-on microplastics research and education.

When: Wednesday, December 17 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM

Location: Friends Hospital, Main Building, 4641 E Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19124

During this presentation, you will:

? Learn what microplastics are and where they show up in our waterways and natural areas
? Hear about the coalition’s goals to better understand how plastic pollution moves through our aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems
? Explore opportunities to get involved—from litter cleanups to sampling days and community science projects
? Bring your questions about microplastics, pollution, and local environmental impacts

Together, we can better understand the threats facing our creeks and take action to protect the health of the Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed.

Contemporary West Dance Theatre "A Cool Yule Christmas Spectacular"
2025-12-19 20:00 - 22:00 | FringeArts, 140 N Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Let your heart soar as Contemporary West Dance Theatre heralds in the holidays with our annual performance of “A Cool Yule!” Christmas Spectacular! Gather your family and friends to celebrate the season with a mix of timeless classics, audience sing-alongs and the thrilling sounds of popular Christmas songs. The evening promises surprises and warm cheer for all!

Free Victorian Ornament & Holiday Card Workshop (bonus: meet Santa!)
2025-12-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Historic St. George’s Museum & Archives, 326 New St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Create Victorian ornaments & holiday cards for FREE at HSG Museum! Seal your cards at our wax seal station. PLUS, meet Santa from 2-3PM. This event is for ALL ages. Please consider bringing a book to donate to Tree House Books in North Philly! Sign up: https://www.hsgmuseum.org/events/dropincrafts.

Seed Stewards: Seed Packing Party
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | The Discovery Center, 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, United States
Unleash a wave of local biodiversity and bring our ecosystem to life! Join us at The Discovery Center for an engaging seed-packing party.
Get hands-on and become a vital link in supporting the buzzing native pollinators and beautiful local native birds. By preparing seed packets full of thriving native plants, you’re directly engineering backyard buffets and critical habitats that ensure their survival.
Come plant the future with us and make a tangible impact on your local environment!
This is the first event in our Seed Stewards series. You can attend just one or come back for future events to trace the seed all the way through its life cycle.
REGSITER HERE

Philly Goat Project Christmas Tree-Cycle Festivals
2026-01-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Awbury Arboretum, One Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19138, United States
Philly Goat Project’s 8th annual Christmas Tree-Cycle Festivals!
Three events for you to attend:
Sat, Jan 10th 12-3pm (rain date Jan 11th) – The Farm at Awbury Arboretum
Sat, Jan 17th 12-3pm (no rain date) – Laurel Hill West Cemetery Conservatory
Sat, Jan 24th 12-3pm (rain date Jan 25th) – The Farm at Awbury Arboretum
These family-friendly events bring together sustainability, community, and plenty of fun all in support of our nonprofit.
There is a $20 donation requested per Christmas tree. These donations support Philly Goat Project’s free year-round programming, including community goat walks, children’s literacy events in libraries & schools, environmental education events throughout city parks, youth job training programs, animal-assisted therapy events, and bereavement programming.

Donated Christmas trees provide delicious snacks for the goats and what they don’t eat is turned into wood chips for trails in city parks and community gardens thanks to a partnership with the Philadelphia Sanitation Department.
New this year, Philly Goat Project is partnering with Solar States, a certified B-Corp with a dual mission to expand access to solar energy and educate the next generation of clean-energy workers. Through this partnership, Solar States will cover the $20 donation of anyone who completes a solar consultation before the Tree-Cycle event they wish to attend. Interested participants can request a free solar quote at https://go.solar-states.com/goats/. Once the consultation is completed, they will receive a voucher to present at the time of the tree donation. If they choose to move forward with Solar States services, they’ll receive $400 off their installation and Solar States will donate an additional $400 to Philly Goat Project. Solar States and Philly Goat Project first connected as fellow recipients of the Community Capacity Grant, bonding over their shared commitment to sustainability and job skills training programs.
Enjoy an afternoon packed with activities:
Explore the farm
Free s’mores + hot cocoa
Games for all ages
Goat petting zone
Quiet visiting area: a calm space for guests with special needs
Goat photobooth
Visit PGP’s Grief Garden and Storybook Walk (at Awbury)
Philly Goat Project swag table featuring our famous 2026 goat calendar, 250 Years of History…with GOATS!
Everyone is welcome to join the festivities even without a tree!
Decorations should be removed from trees before donating
Tree Drop-Off Options for the Awbury Arboretum:
1. Express Curbside Drop-Off: Quick tree drop at 6336 Ardleigh St entrance.
2. “G.O.A.T. Safari:” Drive through the farm to drop off your tree. Enter at 6336 Ardleigh St entrance
Weather changes will be announced on social media
Locations:
1. The Farm at Awbury Arboretum: 6336 Ardleigh St, 19138 | Street parking is available near Washington Ln + Ardleigh St
2. Laurel Hill West Cemetery: 215 Belmont Avenue, 19004 | Follow signs to Conservatory

Winter Gulls at Glen Foerd
2026-01-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19114, United States
Glen Foerd mansion sits along the Delaware River in the northeastern-most corner of Philly and is one of the best places in the city to study gulls during the winter. While there is no guarantee, we are hoping to see a rare gull such as Iceland or Glaucous Gull. There should also be a good amount of waterfowl out on the river and we can discuss how to distinguish Double-crested Cormorants from the Great Cormorants that visit the area in winter.

We plan this as a stationary event overlooking the river, but if folks want, we can also explore the parkland surrounding the mansion.
Please dress according to the expected weather.

We will meet at 1 pm at the flagpole along the river. Folks can join at any point during the event. There is limited parking on-site and along the surrounding roads so please share a ride if you can. The location is also reachable by bus lines 19 and 84. The Torresdale regional rail station is a 15 min walk away.

No binoculars? No worries! Birding backpacks with binoculars and field guides are on loan at the following local Philly libraries: Andorra, Cobbs Creek, Cecil B. Moore, Chestnut Hill, Eastwick, Falls of Schuylkill, Fishtown, Fox Chase, Greater Olney, Independence Library, Logan, Lovett Memorial, Northeast Regional, Oak Lane, Parkway Central, Richmond, South Philly, Torresdale, West Philadelphia Regional, and Widener.

For questions, please reach out to birdphillywalks@gmail.com.

Trip Leader: Holger Pflicke

Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead
2026-01-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Old Academy Players, 3544 Indian Queen Lane, Philadelphia, PA, 19129, United States
Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead

Our 550th Production

By Bert V. Royal
Directed by Norman Burnosky
January 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 2026
Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m.

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When CB’s dog dies from rabies, CB begins to question the existence of an afterlife. His best friend is too burnt out to provide any coherent speculation; his sister has gone goth; his ex-girlfriend has recently been institutionalized; and his other friends are too inebriated to give him any sort of solace. But a chance meeting with an artistic kid, the target of this group’s bullying, offers CB peace of mind and sets in motion a friendship that will push teen angst to the very limits.
Warning: Contains adult themes and adult language, it is not suitable for young children. Viewer discretion is advised.

Connect for Change: Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer
2026-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Temple University – Science and Education Research Center, 1925 N 12th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19122
Want to stop doomscrolling and get more involved in your local community for good in the new year? Community is the key to finding purpose and feeling better – and we’re here to help you plug in.
Join Green Philly’s 3rd annual Volunteer Matchmaking Mixer — a fun, low-pressure way to connect with local organizations making a real impact. Come for a night of meaningful connections, inspiration, and ways to take action close to home. We’ll make it easy for you to meet new friends while you’re at it.
What to expect:
Networking: Meet local nonprofits with real volunteer opportunities that match your passions
Learning: Hear quick flash talks from sustainability leaders making change right here in Philly
Connect: with Registered Community Organizations (RCOs) to learn what’s happening in neighborhoods across the city
Participating Organizations:

Resource Exchange
Sharing Excess
The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE)
The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
and more!

Wine Tasting Event - Big, Bold Reds
2026-01-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Sakartvelo Restaurant, 705 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Join me on a journey of tasting some big, bold and delicious red wines.

I will take you through the stories of each one: the country, the grapes, the history and most importantly, why I chose the wine(s).

Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Valpolicella Ripasso, Alentejo Red Blend – indigenous red grapes of Portugal, New world Bordeaux style blend, Bordeaux.

Various hors d’oeuvres from our friend David at Sakartvelo Restaurant will be served at the event.

Details can be found below:

Big, Bold Reds!

Drunk Black History
2026-02-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Punch Line Philly, Punch Line Philly 33 East Laurel Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123, United States
The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show has finally made it to “the city of brotherly love”!

Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians, writers, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved.

The upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Marquise Richards (Keepin’ It a Bean), Monique Bonney (Well Crafted), Eric Cole (Hung Up Podcast), and more!

Sunday, February 1st
Punch Line Philly
33 E Laurel St, Philadelphia, PA 19123

Doors open at 6pm
Show at 7pm

Advance tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/ycyas9d9

???? “One of our favorite comedy shows out there” —TimeOut NY
???? “Drink some cocktails while you get an education… at this popular show!” —The Infatuation
???? “Keeping our food and drinks down was hard because of all the laughing…” —1202 Magazine
???? “A hilariously high history lesson!” —AMNY

Drunk Black History
2026-02-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Punch Line Philly, Punch Line Philly 33 East Laurel Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123, United States
brotherly love”!

Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians, writers, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved.

The upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Marquise Richards (Keepin’ It a Bean), Monique Bonney (Well Crafted), Eric Cole (Hung Up Podcast), and more!

2026 SBN Annual Meeting
2026-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Science History Institute, 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Join The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia at our Annual Members Meeting as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary! We will discuss our roots, legacy, and future plans with extra special guests from our past, such as founder Judy Wicks and previous Executive Directors. Mark your calendar for Thursday, February 5, 2026, and join us at the historic Science History Institute in Old City, Philadelphia for an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration with the Greater Philadelphia sustainable business community.

Get ready to reflect on SBN’s achievements from the past year and explore exciting plans for the year ahead and cast your vote in the election of new Board Members, shaping the future of our impactful network! Guests will also celebrate the announcement of this year’s Triple Bottom Champion Award, honoring a business that exemplifies the harmony of people, planet, and profit.As always, there will be time for networking and building meaningful relationships with fellow business owners and changemakers over light bites and refreshments

Event Details:

? Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026

? Location: Science History Institute, 315 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106

? Time: 6 – 8 PM

?? Tickets: $65 for members | $85 for non-members

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, collaborate, and chart a course for a brighter future. Secure your spot today!

Aquatic Saturday at the Discovery Center - Freshwater Mussels!
2026-02-07 13:00 - 15:00 | The Discovery Center, 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, United States
The Strawberry Mansion Lake has been here for decades, let’s see what’s inside! Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic in observing and documenting this aquatic ecosystem as the seasons change. For February 7th, we are joined by Fairmount Water Works and will take a look at our freshwater mussels that are nursing in the lake. We will learn how to measure them for data, and conclude with sampling the water to view and identify our microscopic organisms. We’ll also have materials for optional watercolor painting with lake water. RSVP down below to secure your spot.

Throughout the year, you can try our rotating activities of exploring microorganisms and macroinvertebrate sampling during warmer weather. This community science data will be collected and utilized for future management. Kid-friendly activities are available like using children binoculars, scavenger hunts, arts and crafts (adult supervision is needed). Lastly, take a walk on our trail and waterwalk to learn more about our conservation projects! Reach out to audubon@discoveryphila.org if you have any questions.

Click this link to register your spot! https://tickets.audubon.org/events/37890d8b-579c-f7fa-6c53-f691f0bab1fa

Philly Unwrapped Community Waste Reduction Toolkit Launch Event
2026-02-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Esperanza Core, 3222 H St, Philadelphia, PA, 19134, United States
Join SBN, ECHO Systems, Rethink Disposable/Clean Water Fund, and Trash Academy for the Philly Unwrapped Community Waste Reduction Toolkit Launch Event!
Registration is required. Click here to register for free.

? Esperanza Health Core Center — 3222 H St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
? February 9, 3:00–5:00 PM
?? Food + beverages served
?? Parking available onsite
? ADA-compliant location
? Interpretation will be available
? Free — registration required

If you’re in the food, beverage, event, or hospitality sector—or you support these industries through a CDC, neighborhood association, or community-based organization—this session is built for you.
About the Toolkit
The Community Waste Reduction Toolkit is a practical, easy-to-use resource created specifically for local food-sector businesses. It helps operators:

understand how packaging choices impact costs, health, and the environment,
identify simple ways to reduce waste without disrupting operations,
access real-world case studies from Philadelphia businesses, and learn proven strategies that save thousands of dollars while improving customer experience.

Whether you’re trying to cut monthly costs, comply with emerging policies, reduce clutter and trash volume, or strengthen your sustainability practices, this Toolkit gives you the roadmap.
What you’ll get out of attending

Cost savings: Learn how businesses are saving $3,000–$22,000 annually using strategies from our free Toolkit.
A like-minded network: Connect with other business owners and operators committed to creating a cleaner, safer Philadelphia while improving their bottom line.
Access to advocates + opportunities: Meet leaders working on future grant pathways and citywide waste-reduction initiatives.
A voice in local strategy: Share your insights and help shape the policies and systems that impact your business, neighborhood, and customers.
Community engagement: Participate in a powerful listening session led by Trash Academy, centering real experiences and community perspectives.

Event flow

30 minutes: How to get the most out of the Toolkit
10 minutes: Q&A
55 minutes: Public engagement + listening session with Trash Academy

This event is designed to help businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and build relationships with others working toward a cleaner and more efficient city.
We’re excited to bring people together who care about public health, local resilience, and practical solutions that work for the communities we serve.

This event is funded by a grant from EPA Region 3’s Thriving Communities – Green & Healthy Homes Initiative.

Event Location: Esperanza Health Core Center

Cerveau Valentine's Day Weekend Extravaganza
2026-02-12 16:00 - 21:00 | cerveau, 990 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA, 19123, United States
Thursday- Galentine’s/Gallontine’s Prix Fix menu with optional Prosecco bottle service or 1/2 gallons of Coors.
Friday- Lonely Hearts: same menu but for the singles to mingle and enjoy games and photo booth.
Saturday- Lover’s Rock. Same menu but for couples!
Each night will Feature:
3 Course Dinner with suggested pairings (not included)
Starter Course
Scallop Crudo
w/ Gooseberry, Red Veined Sorrel & Long Hot Peppers
or
Beet Salad
w/ Candied Oranges, Robiola & Chicory
Main Course
Hanger Steak Marsala
w/ Whipped Potato & Braised Carrots
or
Lobster Risotto
w/ Charred Tomato & Cherry Gastrique
Dessert Course
Tiramisu
or
Gateau Basque
w/ Lemon Posset & Creme Diplomat

Weeknights at the Wagner: Growing Old in the Jungle
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Wagner Free Institute of Science, 1700 W Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, United States
Overview

Primatologist Ben Finkel explores what elderhood means for chimpanzees and other animals in the wild.

WEEKNIGHTS AT THE WAGNER
Growing Old in the Jungle: The Challenges of Aging for Wild Chimpanzees
with Dr. Ben Finkel

It was once thought that wild animals rarely lived long enough to experience age-related declines. However, substantial evidence has since emerged that senescence does occur in natural populations, and these deteriorations in vitality are nearly universal across the animal kingdom—shaping survival and reproduction in many species. During this talk, Dr. Finkel will use chimpanzees as a window into aging in the wild.

Like humans, our closest living relatives are exceptionally long-lived and, at first glance, appear to age gracefully: maintaining body condition and social integration well into old age. Drawing on data from wild male chimpanzees at Ngogo in Kibale National Park, Uganda, Dr. Finkel explores growing old in the wild, challenges of foraging, travel, and mating, and whether chimpanzee’s seemingly graceful aging reflects the adoption of new strategies to compensate for these age-related changes.

By identifying the mechanisms that link senescence to behavior in a long-lived wild species, this research offers a lens into how aging has evolved in natural environments and offers a comparative perspective on the evolutionary foundations of longevity, including in humans.

An evening lecture series, Weeknights at the Wagner, invites experts into our Victorian lecture hall to speak on a range of science and history of science related subjects. Each talk includes a Q&A with the speaker.
About the Speaker
Ben Finkel is a biological anthropologist and primatologist whose research focuses on the evolution of senescence and life-history theory. He is currently a Lecturer at Dartmouth College. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in 2024, where his dissertation examined the functional challenges of aging in wild chimpanzees at Ngogo, Uganda. Ben’s broader research interests include foraging behavior, dental wear, fecal particle size, the social function of testosterone, and conservation psychology, with particular attention to the media portrayal of primates.

Now + Then Marketplace Make Love Market
2026-02-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Love Park Building 1600 JFK, Love Park Building 1600 JFK, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, United States
Now + Then is a curated market that happens ‘now and then’ featuring local artists, artisans, makers, and resellers in Philly. The markets are always free to the public, dog, and kid friendly. Local event producer, Steph Irwin, started N+T Marketplace in 2021 after her time helping start Philly vintage institution Thunderbird Salvage.

The community of vendors & shoppers has grown exponentially in the last 5 years, with monthly markets popping up everywhere from Fishtown to Love Park to Eakins Oval. Irwin sees the market as a way to stimulate local economy while informing the public about ecological impact of shopping within your community.

Last year’s Make Love Market brought over 700 people out to the old Visitor Center at Love Park, soon projected to be a restaurant, but now home to Irwin’s light install. This is the third Make Love Market along with weddings on Valentine’s Day at Love Park. Vendors include a local caricature artist who will be onsite to paint couples, sweet treats from NiniBsweets, self-love gifts from Not a Bad Life and Tinder profile reviews from Free Dating Advice Philly.

Green Investing 101: How to get your money out of fossil fuels
2026-02-19 13:00 - 14:00 | https://greenphl.com/event/sustainable-investing-with-green-century-webinar/
Did you know your 401(k), Roth IRA or regular investment accounts could be supporting fossil fuels, weapons, or other industries that don’t align with your values?
Join experts from Green Century Funds, PennEnvironment, and Livelihood for a practical, judgment-free conversation on how your money may be impacting the planet, and what you can do about it. We’ll break down why it matters, and how to think about your financial portfolio.
Whether you’re brand new to investing or thinking ahead to retirement, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to take action and ensure that your money is in alignment with your environmental values.
Webinar Speakers:

Carey Morgan: Carey Morgan, CFP®, ChFC®, CSRIC® is a Partner and Financial Advisor at Livelihood, a Philadelphia-based, fee-only firm that helps people redirect their dollars toward joy, security, and social impact. She brings three decades of experience across investing, nonprofits, and local government—including leading Philadelphia’s citywide financial empowerment work and directing mission-driven organizations focused on poverty alleviation and women’s empowerment. She holds an MA in Sustainable Development.
Flora Cardoni: Flora Cardoni is the Deputy Director of PennEnvironment. In that role, she oversees much of PennEnvironment’s climate and grassroots organizing work, directing staff and mobilizing volunteers around the state to fight climate change and promote good clean energy policy in Pennsylvania. Flora was also appointed by the Governor to the Pennsylvania Climate Change Advisory Committee.Before joining PennEnvironment, Flora was a member of Green Corps where she led campaigns to register youth to vote in Arizona and oppose the Dakota Access Pipeline in Iowa. She’s also directed several door to door canvass offices around the state on behalf of PennEnvironment and Work For Progress.
Julie Hancher: Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, a digital news organization that has made sustainability accessible since 2008. She also launched SustainPHL, Philadelphia’s premier sustainability awards, and EcoFair, a community-driven event highlighting real-world climate solutions. Under her leadership, Green Philly has evolved to a media platform reaching over 120K people monthly and is part of the Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative and LION Publishers. When not advocating for the planet, she’s hiking, biking, or exploring the outdoors.
Gigi Norcross: Gigi Norcross leads Green Century Capital Management’s marketing and business development efforts with a concentration to supporting financial advisors in the Midwest, South and East Coast. Ms. Norcross has more than 30 years of experience in environmental advocacy with a concentration to direct marketing efforts to individual supporters. Prior to joining Green Century in 2019, Ms. Norcross led a fundraising company serving some of the leading nonprofit organizations in the U.S. She earned her BA from Bethany College. Ms. Norcross is a registered representative of Distribution Services, LLC, an ACA-affiliated broker-dealer. Access FINRA BrokerCheck.

Nature Journaling: Starting Seeds for Birds
2026-02-21 10:00 - 12:00 | The Discovery Center, 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, United States
Interested in exploring the birds who call our backyards home? Did you know that adding more native plants to our environment is one of the best ways to support them? We’ll use our nature journals to explore and document the birds and plants they rely on at the Discovery Center this Winter, and make sure they have plenty of food come Spring by starting our very own native wildflower seedlings.
This is the second event in our Seed Stewards series. You can attend just one, or come back for future events to trace the seed all the way through its life cycle.

Open House with Kensington PowerLifting & Lakeside Leadership Services
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Kensingtown Powerlifting, 1833 N Howard Street, #300, Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
Whether you’re new to SBN, a long-term member, or someone looking to learn more about triple-bottom-line businesses in the region, SBN’s Member Open Houses are the most engaging way to maximize your SBN experience. At our Member Open Houses, you’ll learn business practices from participating members and deepen your connections within our local impact economy.

Join us Thursday, February 26, from 6:00–8:00 pm for a special SBN Open House with Kensington Powerlifting and Lakeside Leadership Services. This event brings together two SBN members who help individuals and organizations build strength—both physical and mental.

Enjoy an evening of community, conversation, drinks, and light refreshments while learning from our hosts about how physical training, leadership development, and mindset all play a role in resilience and long-term success. Guests will hear from Kensington Powerlifting and Lakeside Leadership Services, tour the space, and connect with both longtime and new SBN members.

This event is open to SBN members and the greater community.

Daylily Documentary Screening
2026-02-28 15:00 - 16:30 | Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
Daylily is a feature length documentary that explores the devotion surrounding a plant that blooms for only one day. Through the personal stories of gardeners from different backgrounds, the film reflects on the fleeting beauty of life and the quiet meaning found in moments that often pass unnoticed. By observing these flowers, which appear briefly and are found everywhere, the film invites viewers to recognize the same fragility, value, and presence within themselves.

During the making of the film, I traveled to nine U.S. states and two countries, interviewing gardeners along the way, and ultimately finished the project with a deeper appreciation for the small, often overlooked moments we pass by every day. One of the most meaningful moments in the film centers on what many people casually call “ditch lilies.” Flowers that are easy to ignore slowly become something an entire community learns to truly see and celebrate.

Another powerful story comes from the history of daylily hybridizers and the ongoing efforts of today’s growers who are shaping the future of the plant.

Working on this project changed my perspective on life, and I hope it can offer the same inspiration to those who watch it as it did for me while creating it. This film brings warmth to winter and allows audiences to experience the peace and unexpected gifts that flowers bring to us all.

March First Saturday: The Natural History Road Show
2026-03-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Wagner Free Institute of Science, 1700 W Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, United States
Have your found rocks, minerals, shells, bones, insects, fossils and other specimen identified by science experts!

Are you a 21st century naturalist? Do you have natural materials collected on a personal expedition but can’t figure out the scientific classification for your findings? Come have your specimens identified by a panel of experts at the Wagner’s Natural History Road Show! Visitors can meet and chat with scientists who specialize in insects, fossils, bones, shells, rocks, and minerals. If you don’t have a specimen to bring, see if you can stump the panelists with one of ours.

Our panelists include professor of biology Dr. Jason Downs, entomologist Greg Cowper, and others to be announced soon!

Additional activities throughout the day include exploring our natural history collection, completing a scavenger hunt, drawing in the museum, and digging up and identifying different types of shark teeth! Visitors may even take their found shark tooth home with them.

Philly Unwrapped Virtual Community Engagement Session
2026-03-10 14:00 - 15:30 | PA
We want to hear from you. Philly Unwrapped is a growing coalition of 40 NGO’s, government agencies, CDC’s Neighborhood Associations, food and beverage sector businesses committed to addressing single use packaging waste and the impact on our local environment and public health. These sessions will provide insights into the free Philly Unwrapped Waste Reduction Toolkit, which helps communities and businesses adopt a circular economy and waste reduction approach while saving money. It also includes a listening and community engagement session where we want to hear your insights on this issue. Please join us.

Seeking Participants for Focus Group on Earth's Future - $150
2026-03-14 09:00 - 15:00 | PA
Interested in shaping Earth’s Future? We are seeking focus group participants for a facilitated group dialogue conducted by researchers from Drexel University and Arizona State University on Saturday, March 14th from 9-3PM in Philadelphia, PA. Participants will watch a film, engage in discussion, and share their perspectives about how new technology, scientific research, and environmental interventions should be governed. No prior experience is necessary, and all selected participants who complete the focus group will receive a $150 gift card and lunch. You must be 18 years or older. Apply now at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/earthsfuture-pa

Nature Journaling: Seed Starting Workshop
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | The Discovery Center, 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, United States
Celebrate the oncoming Spring by using nature journals to explore and document the plants that are soon to bloom at the Discovery Center. Add to the biodiversity of your neighborhood by starting your very own native wildflower seedlings and helping us transfer last month’s seedlings to pots for Spring planting.
This is the Third event in our Seed Stewards series. You can attend just one, or come back for future events to trace the seed all the way through its life cycle.
REGISTER HERE

Block Printing Workshop
2026-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 | The Resource Exchange, 1701 N. 2nd St., Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
A beginner-friendly workshop using erasers and rubber blocks to carve and print original art! All materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own paper, cards, or wrapping paper to print on!

Pi Day at The Franklin Institute
2026-03-14 11:00 - 15:14 | The Franklin Institute, 271 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
There’s no stopping brainy fun on Pi Day!
Don’t be irrational and join us for Brain Awareness Day with a Pi Day twist! Let’s get rolling into the world of neuroscience with hands-on activities, engaging demonstrations, and expert dissections. On this day, you can have your Pi and eat it too!

The Philadelphia Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience (pcSFN) is proud to host Brain Awareness Day at The Franklin Institute in partnership with Temple University’s Psychology and Neuroscience Program and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Faculty and students will help guide attendees through engaging neuroscience activities, including holding real, preserved animal brains.

Brain Awareness Week (March 16-22) is a global campaign celebrated annually in March to promote brain science, made possible through generous funding from the International Brain Research Organization.
Programming Round-Up:

Pi Reciting Challenge: Transcend our science performers! Find a roving performer with the Pi Day cart who will hand out stickers for you to proudly display your Pi knowledge.
Federal Donuts & Chicken: The first 314 who find the Pi Day cart and recite the digits of Pi will receive an exclusive Spiced Apple Pie donut, in partnership with Federal Donuts & Chicken, to celebrate Pi Day.
Pi in the Sky Tonight Show: Journey a(round) the universe and uncover the mysteries of curves and spheres in space. This interactive show explains the math and physics behind planets, orbits and other celestial bodies.
Brain Awareness Stations: 15 hands-on science stations around the museum offering additional programming around Brain Awareness. Highlights include:

Use Play-Doh to learn about the main cells of the neurons, and model your own neurons.
See real human brains and the brain of many species such as snakes and dolphins to learn more about how brains differ based on function. Hosted by Mr. Brain Dude.
Learn all about the importance of art in studying neuroscience by doing a scavenger hunt and drawing your own brain-inspired creations.
Model the importance of your skull (and wearing helmets) by dropping a plastic egg filled with candy and then trying to create your own “skulls” to protect the egg.
Visualize DNA by using candy to make your own DNA strands.
