Brass & Wind Project Open House
2026-09-19 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Presser Hall, Boyer College of Music and Dance, 2001 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
Join us for our FREE Open House to learn more about the Brass & Wind Project, a program for students grades 3rd-6th who are interested in learning the musical skills essential to playing a band instrument.
In weekly large and small group classes, fundamental skills will be taught, allowing the student to thrive in a low-pressure and supportive environment. Skills taught include:

Body awareness skills: breathing, blowing, posture and how to properly hold an instrument.

Executive & technical: embouchure formation, finger control & dexterity, and basic tone production.

Musicianship skills: singing, playing, moving, improvising, creating music of all kinds, and reading music notation alone and with others.

The skills learned will prepare them for participation in a traditional Band program and allow them to transition to playing a full-sized band instrument with relative ease.
No prior experience with instrumental music is required. Students are taught by a Master Teacher and supported by Temple University undergraduate music education and performance instrumental interns.

Philadelphia String Project Open House
2026-09-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Presser Hall, Boyer College of Music and Dance, 2001 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
Join us for our FREE Open House to learn more about the Philadelphia String Project, a program for students grades 2nd-7th who are interested in learning the musical skills essential to playing a string instrument.
In weekly large and small group classes, fundamental skills will be taught, allowing the student to thrive in a low-pressure and supportive environment. Students are taught by a Master Teacher and supported by Temple University undergraduate music education and performance string interns.
No audition or previous musical experience required. Student must provide their own instrument.

Fall Festival at Newlin Grist Mill
2026-09-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
History, Archaeology, & Family Fun!
A local favorite, the Fall Festival features a wide variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations, archaeological excavations and activities, displays from local historical organizations, hayrides, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! In addition there will be vendors of handcrafted goods in the Colonial Market, locally-made beer and wine at the Tavern, a Community Corner featuring local businesses and organizations, and food vendors.
Admission to the Fall Festival is free. Parking is $10 per car.
Shuttle buses between the parking area and the festival site will run every 15 minutes throughout the event. Additional costs may apply for certain activities.

Community Yoga Series
2026-09-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Free Library of Philadelphia – Lawncrest Branch, 6098 Rising Sun Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19111, United States
Self-care community yoga series at Lawncrest Library, hosted by Yoga 4 Philly. These free yoga classes are beginner-friendly and open to the public, no registration required. Saturdays 11 am to noon. Yoga series runs 4/18 to 6/13, excluding Memorial Day weekend 5/23.
Free parking on street is available in front of the library.

Intro to Handbag Construction Sewing Class
2026-09-19 11:00 - 13:00 | The Arts League, 4226 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, United States
Master the intersection of relaxed silhouettes and functional design by constructing a custom slouch bag. This hands-on session will dive into the pattern making, construction, and finishing of a boutique-quality accessory.
This workshop is for intermediate sewists who have basic machine and pattern making confidence and are ready to dive into accessory construction and professional-grade assembly.
Participants will learn how to construct a slouch bag, execute professional assembly, and master finishing techniques including inset linings, facings, and hardware closures.
Participants will walk away with a custom, high-fashion slouch bag and the technical expertise to replicate professional accessory designs for their own handmade wardrobe.

The Great Philadelphia Comedy Magic Walking Tour
2026-09-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Philly Magic Tours, 4th and Ranstead Streets, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Looking for fun “things to do”? Check out one of Philly’s most unique attractions. It’s a walking tour of Old City Philadelphia and a walking magic show! There is no other tour like this on the east coast. Award winning magician, Robert Malissa, created a walking tour to historic and offbeat locations, each of which is the basis for a comedic and mind-bending performance. Learn why we are getting 99.9% 5-star reviews like, “Best tour in town!”, Truly a unique and fun experience”, and “The most fun I had during my whole trip to Philly” (Review from TripAdvisor TM). The walking tours are appropriate for ages 12 and up. Tours last approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

Art Battle Philadelphia
2026-09-25 18:00 - 21:30 | SPin Philly, 211 S 15th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
Art Battle Philadelphia is a live painting competition featuring 12 local artists who each have 20 minutes to create a piece of art from start to finish. The audience votes after each round to determine which artists advance and who wins. In between rounds, there are spoken word and poetry performances. The event takes place at SPIN Philadelphia and includes a silent auction where attendees can bid on the artwork created during the night. It’s an event that brings together live art, community, and creativity in one space.

Bird Walks at Newlin Grist Mill
2026-09-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join us for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. We will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology.
2026 Bird Walks:

January 31 (9am)
February 28 (9am)
March 28 (9am)
April 25 (8am)
May 30 (8am)
June 27 (8am)
July 25 (8am)
August 29 (8am)
September 26 (8am)
October 31 (8am)
November 28 (9am)
December 19 – Christmas Bird Count (9am)

Families and beginners are welcome for these free bird walks! A limited number of binoculars are available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have them. Participants should meet by the Log Cabin.

Habitat Stewards at Newlin Grist Mill
2026-09-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
Help us make our park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor classroom care.
2026 Habitat Stewards dates:

January 31
February 28
March 28
April 25
May 30
September 26
October 31
November 28
December 12

1pm to 3pm. Pre-registration is required. Contact Jessica at jshahan@newlingristmill.org or 610-459-2359.

Lobster & Bubbly
2026-09-27 12:00 - 17:00 | Penns Woods Winery, 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford, PA, 19317, United States
Enjoy gourmet lobster rolls paired with crisp bubbly & Live Music on the Lawn!
Catch the Cousins Main Lobster Truck onsite from 12:00-5:00pm
Take $5.00 OFF bottles of bubbly, including Blanc de Blanc, Brut Rose & our sparkling red wine, Ruby Brut! Stackable for Wine Club members.
Live Music on the Lawn from 1:00-4:00pm – View Line Up HERE
Wine by the glass & bottle, wine tastings, local beer, cider & canned cocktails available from our Outdoor Wine Bar.

Vintage Costume Jewelry Show
2026-10-02 09:00 - 13:00 | PA
The Vintage Costume Jewelry Show is Friday, June 7, 2024 from 9 am-1 pm at the Sparta Avenue Stage, 10 Sparta Ave., Sparta, NJ 07871. See authentic hallmarked vintage costume jewelry from 1880-1980 at reasonable prices in mint condition. This 1st. Friday of each month show, will continue throughout 2024. Open to the public, free admission. Appealing to both the collector and buyer. Looking for a specific piece, kindly contact 201-213-2146 or simmonsjo@yahoo.com

Genesis: 1st Fridays House Music Dance Party@ RubaClub - 9PM
2026-10-02 21:00 - 2026-10-03 03:00 | RubaClub, 416 Green Street, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, 19123, United States
GENESIS is bringing authentic 90s and early 2000s nightclub energy back to
Philadelphia’s nightlife scene. Opening Friday, September 5th at the legendary RUBA Club, this monthly event delivers house, techno, and club anthems mixed live by the DJs who lived it – all on a system built for today’s crowd.
Age: 21+ Only | Valid ID Required
Special Venue Notes
* Cash Only Bar – ATM is available in the lobby.
* Free Street Parking in the surrounding blocks (first-come, first-served), plus optional paid lots within a short walk.
* Venue Layout – cabaret-style first floor with the ballroom upstairs (GENESIS will use only the main bar space for this event).
* Safe & Inclusive Space – welcoming to all races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. Harassment-free policy strictly enforced by staff.
* Easy Arrival – enter through RUBA’s gated courtyard just off Green Street
Student Perk – One valid college ID admits the holder plus one guest (both 21+) at a reduced cover before 11:00 PM. ($10 for 2 guests)
Cover $10

St. David's Church Annual Country Fair
2026-10-03 10:00 - 16:00 | St. David’s Episcopal Church, 763 S. Valley Forge Road, Wayne, PA, 19087, United States
Join us on the first Saturday in October at the St. David’s Fairgrounds for a day of fun for the whole family! The St. David’s Church Country Fair is the longest, continuously running church fair in the USA. Held annually on the first Saturday in October, the Fair is full of thrifted deals, games, food, fall activities, and more! Enjoy music by 3RowBack and be sure to stop by St. David’s booth for pet blessings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Each year 100% of the Fair’s proceeds are donated to over 20 deserving Delaware Valley and Philadelphia organizations, as well as our international partners in Cuba, Guatemala, and Uganda. We invite you to join the over 3,500 visitors drawn annually to the St. David’s Church Country Fair and become part of this enjoyable and worthwhile community event. All are welcome!
Our admission fee is $5 per person, maximum of $20 per household. Veterans and volunteers are free. Please purchase your wristband at either of the entrances. Admission fees all go to support our outreach partners! Midway wristbands for the kids are $10 for unlimited activities, or you may pay per ticket.
Free parking is available in the church lots and the large field on the corner of Church Road and South Valley Forge Road. Access to field parking is from the Church Road side. Overflow parking will be available at the Devon Horse Show fairgrounds. Please use the main gravel lot. There will be two buses going back and forth from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to pick up and drop off volunteers and attendees.

Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
2026-10-04 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
A week of open air painting demos and exhibits, with an evening reception and auction on October 8.

International Cheese & Wine Festival
2026-10-10 11:00 - 2026-10-11 18:00 | Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA 19456, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, 19456, United States
International Cheese & Wine Festival
The World’s Largest Cheese & Wine Pairing Event – Ever!
NEW – NA (Non-Alcoholic) Options for All Pairings!
The World’s Largest Cheese and Wine Pairing – Ever! Taste, Sip and Learn – Over 100+ Cheeses and 100+ Wines to Taste – and Yes – All sampling is included in your Ticket Price! Explore decadent artisanal cheeses – from Handmade Cheddars to Creamy Goat “Chevres” – all while sipping a Curated selection of Premium Wines Perfectly Matched – It will be Amazing!
How it Works: When you arrive, you’ll get a mini cheese tray with a wine holder and glass. Inside the venue, explore a series of Curated Cheese Flights at tasting stations throughout the event. Each station features three themed cheese “flights” (like Brie-style, Goat Cheese, or Blue Cheese), color-coded to match perfectly with a wine or non-alcoholic pairing. Just follow the colors, sip, and sample — no experience needed!
Ticket Types:
General Admission (Regular and 2 PM Entry)
Ticket Includes Unlimited Tasting of 100+ artisanal Cheeses and 100+ Premium Wines, Portable Wine & Cheese Tray, Wine Glass – 21+ Only
VIP
Ticket Includes Early Access at 11 am, Private VIP/Reserved Area with Special “Premium Cheese and Reserve Wine Pairing”, Unlimited Tasting of 100+ artisanal Cheeses and 100+ Premium Wines, Portable Wine & Cheese Tray, Wine Glass – 21+ Only
Seminars (For Additional Fee) – Top Speaker/Seminars Listed Soon!
Included in All Tickets:
Unlimited Tasting of Over 100+ Artisanal Cheeses – Both International and Domestic
Unlimited Tasting of Over 100+ Premium Wines – From Dry to Sweet, From Bubbly to Still
NA (Non-Alcoholic) Options at all of our Bars
Wine Glass and Mini-Wine/Cheese Tray – Enjoy More Cheese and Wine with Less Effort!
Curated Cheese and Wine Pairings (Included in Your Ticket Price) – Walk- around and follow a Delicious Cheese and Wine Pairing Indoor/Heated Tour!
Wide Selection of PA Wineries, Cideries & Breweries – Sample and Purchase Bottles/Cans to Go!
Purchase Artisanal Cheeses from Our Local/Domestic U.S. Cheese Producers – Take Some Home!
Seminars (For an additional charge) – We’re curating some of the most talented and knowledgeable speakers in the Mid-Atlantic – detaills soon!
This event is for cheese and wine lovers – never been done before! Expect to have your palate amazed, delighted and satiated – You will be the new wine and cheese expert in your group.

Historic Germantown and Germantown United CDC Launch Second Saturday: G-Town Gatherings Event Series
2026-10-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Historic Germantown, 5501 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
GERMANTOWN, PHILADELPHIA — Historic Germantown, in partnership with Germantown United CDC, is launching Second Saturday: G-Town Gatherings—a vibrant series of pop-up events hosted in some of Germantown’s most unique and historic spaces. Running monthly from May through October, these gatherings will transform the neighborhood’s green spaces and cultural sites into lively hubs of music, food, and local commerce.

The inaugural event is set for Saturday, May 9th, in Vernon Park, running from 12–4pm. The day will begin at 11am with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Germantown Bell outside Coleman Library, in partnership with Philadelphia250.
Each Second Saturday event runs from 12-4pm and will feature:

Live music from local performers
A rotating lineup of small business vendors
Food trucks offering a variety of cuisines
Free, family-friendly activities in welcoming outdoor settings

Featured Vendors for the May 9th Kick-Off Event: The first event will proudly host many exciting local businesses, food trucks, and artists! Guests can enjoy a diverse food court featuring Liege waffles, fusion tacos, and gourmet BBQ alongside a curated market of jewelry, upcycled fashion, and handmade crochet accessories. The lineup highlights holistic wellness through herbal rituals and skincare services, complemented by live caricatures, tarot readings, and local art. From a mobile bookshop featuring diverse authors to innovative family tools and spiritual essentials, this event offers a vibrant mix of community-rooted art, healing, and flavor.
Upcoming Second Saturday Dates:
The series continues on the second Saturday of each month through the fall at different historic locations throughout Germantown!

June 13 at Market Square
July 11 at Wyck
August 8 at Johnson House
September 12 at Grumblethorpe
October 10 at Hood Cemetery

These events are free and open to the public, designed to bring neighbors together, celebrate Germantown’s rich history, and support the local business community.

Public Archaeology Days at Newlin Grist Mill
2026-10-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Newlin Grist Mill, 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
Join us as we dig into history with archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill and learn more about the site through the evidence under our feet!
The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers seek to gain a deeper understanding of the site’s history through careful excavation using scientific techniques and thorough documentation. Depending on the day, visitors might be invited to help screen excavated soil to look for small artifacts or assist with cleaning artifacts that have already been excavated.
Scheduled 2026 Public Archaeology Days:

March 21
April 18
May 16
June 20
July 18
October 17 – International Archaeology Day

10am-3pm. Free and open to all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). No reservations are required. If you would like to help out with the dig, be sure to wear clothes that can get dirty and close-toed footwear. Bring work gloves if you have them; the site has a limited number of pairs to lend. For safety, hands-on participation is limited to those ages 5+.

Cadence in the Clouds
2026-11-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Level 28, AKA University City, Cira Centre South, 2929 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, United States
Cadence in the Clouds is a new kind of industry night here in the City of Brotherly Love! This unique concert experience is made to celebrate the dreamers and creatives of Philadelphia. Cadence in the Clouds is not just a show; it showcases multiple avenues of the arts while putting multiple tools and resources for Philly artists in one room where they can connect through music, art, and new memories to foster collaboration and helping one another further their careers. We want to show artists that they don’t need to go to New York or Los Angeles to thrive in their artistic endeavors, they can do it right here with the right resources.
The night begins at 6 PM, at the Level 28 in University City. We have tapped in with local artists and entrepreneurs of all types to create the event, encouraging collaboration and partnership to help make dreams happen. DJ Bear-One will be setting the tone for the night, spinning all of Hip-Hop’s finest. Kuf Knots and Christine Elise, a dynamic harpist and rapper/producer duo will be performing an electric set, and will be followed up by Every Ave, a soulful rapper ready to rep his city. You will also be able to enjoy an incredible bar with specialty cocktails for purchase, as well as complementary bites. Tickets are limited so make sure to purchase them soon!
What tickets include:
DJ Bear-One, responsible for some of Hip-Hop’s greatest staples, from Bahamadia to Freeway.
A performance from Kuf Knots and Christine Elise, as well as Every Ave.
$5 artist bios through Spice on the Beat
1 song submission per artist for the opportunity to hear their song spun throughout the night
1 submission for the chance to win a 2 hour recording session with an engineer OR a 2 hour live DIY rehearsal at The Boom Room
Art from snapkrackart
Exclusive specialty cocktails created by award-winning bartender Tony Jimenez
Complimentary bites from Dream Catering Philly
Complimentary sweets from Piped Dreams Vintage & Specialty Cakes
A live auction featuring local art, studio sessions, Hip-Hop memorabilia, and other surprises
and so much more!
To stay updated about the event, make sure to follow us on Instagram @cadenceintheclouds
