Outdoor Programming

Sound Bowl Session | Tuesday, April 14th | 5:30–6:00PM

at The Farm at Awbury | Enter at 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, 19138

Qi Gong in the Garden | Wednesday, April 15th | 5:30–6:30PM

at The Farm at Awbury | Enter at 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, 19138
Decompress from a long day with qi gong at Awbury Arboretum with practitioner Eileen Kelsall. Qi gong is a longstanding Chinese tradition that combines soft movement, deep breathing, and meditation. All levels are welcome.

Birding | Saturday, April 18th | 4:00-7:00 PM

at The Meadows at Awbury | Enter at the Washington Lane Regional Rail Station, 812-822 Washington Lane, Philadelphia PA, 19138

Sound Bowl Session | Tuesday, April 14th | 5:30–6:00PM

at The Farm at Awbury | Enter at 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, 19138

Qi Gong in the Garden | Wednesday, April 15th | 5:30–6:30PM

at The Farm at Awbury | Enter at 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, 19138
Decompress from a long day with qi gong at Awbury Arboretum with practitioner Eileen Kelsall. Qi gong is a longstanding Chinese tradition that combines soft movement, deep breathing, and meditation. All levels are welcome.

Birding | Saturday, April 18th | 4:00-7:00 PM

at The Meadows at Awbury | Enter at the Washington Lane Regional Rail Station, 812-822 Washington Lane, Philadelphia PA, 19138

Sound Bowl Session | Tuesday, April 14th | 5:30–6:00PM

at The Farm at Awbury | Enter at 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, 19138

Qi Gong in the Garden | Wednesday, April 15th | 5:30–6:30PM

at The Farm at Awbury | Enter at 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA, 19138
Decompress from a long day with qi gong at Awbury Arboretum with practitioner Eileen Kelsall. Qi gong is a longstanding Chinese tradition that combines soft movement, deep breathing, and meditation. All levels are welcome.

Birding | Saturday, April 18th | 4:00-7:00 PM

at The Meadows at Awbury | Enter at the Washington Lane Regional Rail Station, 812-822 Washington Lane, Philadelphia PA, 19138

Are you ready for the City Nature Challenge? Join TB Wildlife Photography LLC as he shows community scientists like yourself how to observe, record, and share wildlife observations in iNaturalist as part of the 2026 City Nature Challenge. After the brief presentation, attendees will go on a guided bird tour of the beautiful Vernon Park (5800 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144). Restrooms are available inside the Black Writers Museum.

Attendees should wear comfortable walking footwear and be prepared to walk on cement and grassy terrain.

Binoculars provided by Nocs Provisions will be available for use at a first-come-first-served basis.

Tuesday, 5/19

Spend a summer evening on the farm during extended Firefly Hours! Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your friends and neighbors and learn more about joining Wyck's Home Farm Club during a Tuesday evening session.

Wednesday, 5/20

Join the Young Friends of Wyck in the historic garden at peak bloom for Bob Ross Night! Create landscape masterpieces while mingling with neighbors and friends amongst the roses.

Thursday, 5/21

Join Germantown writer, Lori Litchman, for a relaxing, informal garden journaling workshop in the early evening hours during Wyck’s peak rose season. We’ll wander the gardens for inspiration and then spend some quiet time journaling. Lori will provide participants each with a small journal.

Tuesday, 5/19

Spend a summer evening on the farm during extended Firefly Hours! Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your friends and neighbors and learn more about joining Wyck's Home Farm Club during a Tuesday evening session.

Wednesday, 5/20

Join the Young Friends of Wyck in the historic garden at peak bloom for Bob Ross Night! Create landscape masterpieces while mingling with neighbors and friends amongst the roses.

Thursday, 5/21

Join Germantown writer, Lori Litchman, for a relaxing, informal garden journaling workshop in the early evening hours during Wyck’s peak rose season. We’ll wander the gardens for inspiration and then spend some quiet time journaling. Lori will provide participants each with a small journal.

Tuesday, 5/19

Spend a summer evening on the farm during extended Firefly Hours! Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy with your friends and neighbors and learn more about joining Wyck's Home Farm Club during a Tuesday evening session.

Wednesday, 5/20

Join the Young Friends of Wyck in the historic garden at peak bloom for Bob Ross Night! Create landscape masterpieces while mingling with neighbors and friends amongst the roses.

Thursday, 5/21

Join Germantown writer, Lori Litchman, for a relaxing, informal garden journaling workshop in the early evening hours during Wyck’s peak rose season. We’ll wander the gardens for inspiration and then spend some quiet time journaling. Lori will provide participants each with a small journal.

Enjoy outdoor activities in the Greenspace of the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion.

Evening garden Tour | Wednesday, May 27th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Enjoy an evening garden tour and plant identification with horticulturalist Scott Travaline.

Move With Nature | Thursday, May 28th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Listen and look at the beauty around you to create a piece of art. Whether through movement or craftmaking, let the garden be your muse in this workshop lead by Kera Gibbs.

Qi Gong in the Garden | Friday, May 29th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Decompress from a long day with qi gong at Awbury Arboretum with practitioner Eileen Kelsall. Qi gong is a longstanding Chinese tradition that combines soft movement, deep breathing, and meditation. All levels are welcome.

Enjoy outdoor activities in the Greenspace of the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion.

Evening garden Tour | Wednesday, May 27th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Enjoy an evening garden tour and plant identification with horticulturalist Scott Travaline.

Move With Nature | Thursday, May 28th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Listen and look at the beauty around you to create a piece of art. Whether through movement or craftmaking, let the garden be your muse in this workshop lead by Kera Gibbs.

Qi Gong in the Garden | Friday, May 29th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Decompress from a long day with qi gong at Awbury Arboretum with practitioner Eileen Kelsall. Qi gong is a longstanding Chinese tradition that combines soft movement, deep breathing, and meditation. All levels are welcome.

Enjoy outdoor activities in the Greenspace of the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion.

Evening garden Tour | Wednesday, May 27th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Enjoy an evening garden tour and plant identification with horticulturalist Scott Travaline.

Move With Nature | Thursday, May 28th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Listen and look at the beauty around you to create a piece of art. Whether through movement or craftmaking, let the garden be your muse in this workshop lead by Kera Gibbs.

Qi Gong in the Garden | Friday, May 29th | 5:00–7:00 PM

Decompress from a long day with qi gong at Awbury Arboretum with practitioner Eileen Kelsall. Qi gong is a longstanding Chinese tradition that combines soft movement, deep breathing, and meditation. All levels are welcome.

All events are FREE, but please RSVP using the link below each event description to register for the specific event/s you wish to attend.

Insect Investigators is limited to 20 participants, so be sure to RSVP early.

PAINT | Wednesday, June 24th | 4:00–7:00 PM

Slow down and paint at your own pace during this self-guided plein air painting experience at historic Stenton Museum with Black Hippie Art. Set among old trees, open lawns, and historic architecture, participants are invited to explore the grounds and create directly from observation. This open-format workshop is designed for artists and art lovers of all levels who want to connect with nature, experiment freely, and enjoy the shared energy of making art alongside others. Bring your own materials, find a spot that inspires you, and take part in a relaxed, welcoming gathering that celebrates creativity, place, and community.

• RSVP for PAINT here

QUILT | Thursday, June 25th | 4:00–7:00 PM

Join quilter and storyteller Mama Carla in the garden at Stenton for guided quilting and embroidery for all skill levels or bring your own project to work on alongside your neighbors.

• RSVP for QUILT here

EXPLORE | Friday, June 26th | 5:30-6:30 PM

(Stenton Grounds open from 4:00-7:00PM)

Insect Investigators - Insects may be small, but they are hugely important to our ecosystems! From bees to flies to beetles, get ready to learn all about the insects that call Stenton home and why they matter during this guided outdoor exploration with Samantha Nestory, engagement manager and naturalist at Stoneleigh.

• RSVP for INSECT INVESTIGATORS here

Not interested in programming? No problem! Stenton’s grounds will be open to all on these evenings. Come relax, unwind, and enjoy the greenspace.

All events are FREE, but please RSVP using the link below each event description to register for the specific event/s you wish to attend.

Insect Investigators is limited to 20 participants, so be sure to RSVP early.

PAINT | Wednesday, June 24th | 4:00–7:00 PM

Slow down and paint at your own pace during this self-guided plein air painting experience at historic Stenton Museum with Black Hippie Art. Set among old trees, open lawns, and historic architecture, participants are invited to explore the grounds and create directly from observation. This open-format workshop is designed for artists and art lovers of all levels who want to connect with nature, experiment freely, and enjoy the shared energy of making art alongside others. Bring your own materials, find a spot that inspires you, and take part in a relaxed, welcoming gathering that celebrates creativity, place, and community.

• RSVP for PAINT here

QUILT | Thursday, June 25th | 4:00–7:00 PM

Join quilter and storyteller Mama Carla in the garden at Stenton for guided quilting and embroidery for all skill levels or bring your own project to work on alongside your neighbors.

• RSVP for QUILT here

EXPLORE | Friday, June 26th | 5:30-6:30 PM

(Stenton Grounds open from 4:00-7:00PM)

Insect Investigators - Insects may be small, but they are hugely important to our ecosystems! From bees to flies to beetles, get ready to learn all about the insects that call Stenton home and why they matter during this guided outdoor exploration with Samantha Nestory, engagement manager and naturalist at Stoneleigh.

• RSVP for INSECT INVESTIGATORS here

Not interested in programming? No problem! Stenton’s grounds will be open to all on these evenings. Come relax, unwind, and enjoy the greenspace.

All events are FREE, but please RSVP using the link below each event description to register for the specific event/s you wish to attend.

Insect Investigators is limited to 20 participants, so be sure to RSVP early.

PAINT | Wednesday, June 24th | 4:00–7:00 PM

Slow down and paint at your own pace during this self-guided plein air painting experience at historic Stenton Museum with Black Hippie Art. Set among old trees, open lawns, and historic architecture, participants are invited to explore the grounds and create directly from observation. This open-format workshop is designed for artists and art lovers of all levels who want to connect with nature, experiment freely, and enjoy the shared energy of making art alongside others. Bring your own materials, find a spot that inspires you, and take part in a relaxed, welcoming gathering that celebrates creativity, place, and community.

• RSVP for PAINT here

QUILT | Thursday, June 25th | 4:00–7:00 PM

Join quilter and storyteller Mama Carla in the garden at Stenton for guided quilting and embroidery for all skill levels or bring your own project to work on alongside your neighbors.

• RSVP for QUILT here

EXPLORE | Friday, June 26th | 5:30-6:30 PM

(Stenton Grounds open from 4:00-7:00PM)

Insect Investigators - Insects may be small, but they are hugely important to our ecosystems! From bees to flies to beetles, get ready to learn all about the insects that call Stenton home and why they matter during this guided outdoor exploration with Samantha Nestory, engagement manager and naturalist at Stoneleigh.

• RSVP for INSECT INVESTIGATORS here

Not interested in programming? No problem! Stenton’s grounds will be open to all on these evenings. Come relax, unwind, and enjoy the greenspace.

Ecologist and author Doug Tallamy says insects are “the little things that run the world.”

While society tells us that bugs and insects are creepy crawly things to smoosh and avoid, these tiny creatures are the reason we have food to eat. Insects keep our world humming, so it’s vital to protect them and help them thrive.

Bring the family along for an evening retreat where we’ll explore outside and meet some of these backyard bugs — like fireflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects — in a safe way. We’ll start out with a scavenger hunt and then play a bug-themed BINGO game with some buggy swag as prizes. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a newfound love of these tiny creatures and some ideas about how to help them keep doing their very important jobs.

Ecologist and author Doug Tallamy says insects are “the little things that run the world.”

While society tells us that bugs and insects are creepy crawly things to smoosh and avoid, these tiny creatures are the reason we have food to eat. Insects keep our world humming, so it’s vital to protect them and help them thrive.

Bring the family along for an evening retreat where we’ll explore outside and meet some of these backyard bugs — like fireflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects — in a safe way. We’ll start out with a scavenger hunt and then play a bug-themed BINGO game with some buggy swag as prizes. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a newfound love of these tiny creatures and some ideas about how to help them keep doing their very important jobs.

Ecologist and author Doug Tallamy says insects are “the little things that run the world.”

While society tells us that bugs and insects are creepy crawly things to smoosh and avoid, these tiny creatures are the reason we have food to eat. Insects keep our world humming, so it’s vital to protect them and help them thrive.

Bring the family along for an evening retreat where we’ll explore outside and meet some of these backyard bugs — like fireflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects — in a safe way. We’ll start out with a scavenger hunt and then play a bug-themed BINGO game with some buggy swag as prizes. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a newfound love of these tiny creatures and some ideas about how to help them keep doing their very important jobs.

Ecologist and author Doug Tallamy says insects are “the little things that run the world.”

While society tells us that bugs and insects are creepy crawly things to smoosh and avoid, these tiny creatures are the reason we have food to eat. Insects keep our world humming, so it’s vital to protect them and help them thrive.

Bring the family along for an evening retreat where we’ll explore outside and meet some of these backyard bugs — like fireflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects — in a safe way. We’ll start out with a scavenger hunt and then play a bug-themed BINGO game with some buggy swag as prizes. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a newfound love of these tiny creatures and some ideas about how to help them keep doing their very important jobs.

Ecologist and author Doug Tallamy says insects are “the little things that run the world.”

While society tells us that bugs and insects are creepy crawly things to smoosh and avoid, these tiny creatures are the reason we have food to eat. Insects keep our world humming, so it’s vital to protect them and help them thrive.

Bring the family along for an evening retreat where we’ll explore outside and meet some of these backyard bugs — like fireflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects — in a safe way. We’ll start out with a scavenger hunt and then play a bug-themed BINGO game with some buggy swag as prizes. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a newfound love of these tiny creatures and some ideas about how to help them keep doing their very important jobs.

Ecologist and author Doug Tallamy says insects are “the little things that run the world.”

While society tells us that bugs and insects are creepy crawly things to smoosh and avoid, these tiny creatures are the reason we have food to eat. Insects keep our world humming, so it’s vital to protect them and help them thrive.

Bring the family along for an evening retreat where we’ll explore outside and meet some of these backyard bugs — like fireflies, butterflies, and other beneficial insects — in a safe way. We’ll start out with a scavenger hunt and then play a bug-themed BINGO game with some buggy swag as prizes. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a newfound love of these tiny creatures and some ideas about how to help them keep doing their very important jobs.