August 25, 2019 | Artists' Workshop Series, Arts & Culture, Gallery, Performance
Ofrenda: A Fundraiser for the Philadelphia Indigenous Community
Ofrenda is a fundraiser for the Philadelphia indigenous community featuring readings by Deadname. Poets, an outdoor bazaar + raffle, a body modification pop-up, storytime, and face-painting. Entry to the indoor event is on a sliding scale $7 – $10 or $2 for ACCESS card holders or SW Philly Residents. The outdoor bazaar portion of the event is free and open to the public. Please take time to donate to the fundraiser page if you’re able, for the Indigenous Peoples’ celebration…
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August 27, 2019 | Classes & Workshops, Free Community Events, Health & Recreation, Series, Yoga & Meditation
Tuesday Free Yoga & Meditation (2019)
Join us for free indoor/outdoor yoga and meditation classes in the garden this summer, open to the public free of charge on Tuesday mornings thanks to a partnership with the Southwest Philadelphia’s Family Practice and Counseling Network Health Annex. Classes are conducted rain or shine on the porch of Bartram’s Garden’s Eastwick Pavilion. If you’re joining us for the first time, just follow the signs! Please wear comfortable clothes and show up early enough to allow yourself time to walk…
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August 27, 2019 | Member Benefits, On the River
Tuesday Member Paddle (2019)
A special benefit for members of Bartram’s Garden, this 90-minute flatwater, small-group paddle is from the Bartram’s Garden to Center City and back. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, headlamps, and basic instruction are provided. Volunteers paddle with the group as safety boaters. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. Kayaking experience is not necessary but expect moderate physical exertion. To get to the Boathouse, you can park at 51st and Botanic and walk along the…
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August 28, 2019 | Artists' Workshop Series, Arts & Culture, Classes & Workshops, Eligible for SW/ACCESS Discount, Member Benefits
Paint and Sip: Newkirk Monument (2019)
NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to disruptions related to the construction of a pedestrian and bicycle bridge. At the northern end of the Bartram Mile sits a nearly-forgotten piece of history. Built in 1838 and all but abandoned years ago, the Newkirk Monument was moved to Bartram’s Garden in 2016. Today, it can be seen and enjoyed by passersby and explorers on the Bartram Mile. Join us for a Paint & Sip event in this unique…
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August 28, 2019 | Family, Free Community Events, Health & Recreation, On the River
Last Wednesday Free Fishing (2019)
Learn how to catch one of the 42 fish species found in the tidal Schuylkill from Bartram’s Garden’s Community Boathouse. We provide rods, tackle, bait and basic instruction. Rods are available on a first come first served basis. No fishing license necessary, state license requirements are waived for these events. No registration required. Great for youth & adults who are new or intermediate anglers. Fishing is done from a dock, the riverbank or rowboats. This program is run in partnership…
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August 29, 2019 | Arts & Culture, Eligible for SW/ACCESS Discount, Food & Drink, Performance, Series
Vibrations: August (2019)
Get ready to DANCE. VIBRATIONS continues in a quest to unite talented artists from Philly & beyond. DJ Osagie’s bringing in new, rising, and established artists from New York City, Atlanta, and elsewhere to share their art with Philadelphia’s own artists and audience. Build connections; meet the scene; get inspired. Dance! experience artist expressing rare luxury sounds of soul, jazz,house,& more on an open green field Delicious and refreshing beverages will be available throughout the evening. PERFORMERS: Sylo – soundcloud.com/deejaysylo…
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August 30, 2019 | Free Community Events
Family Outdoor Movie Night: Aquaman (2019)
Movie 7:30-10:00pm with Sunset Bike ride from 6:30-7:30pm Join us on the Ginkgo Lawn after sundown for a free screening of a family friendly film. Visit our free refreshment stand to grab some popcorn and lemonade to enjoy while you watch the movie or bring a picnic. Our all-ages bike fleet will be available one hour prior to the screening to explore the Bartram’s Mile trail. Safety equipment and basic instruction provided by the Bicycle Coalition of Philadelphia. Feel free…
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August 31, 2019 | Family, Free Community Events, Health & Recreation, On the River
Saturday Free Boating (2019)
Kayak or rowboat on this quiet stretch of the Schuylkill River. No registration or boating experience necessary! All ages are welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult. We provide the boats, life jackets and basic instruction. There are trained rowers available if you would prefer to not row or paddle yourself. Kayak excursions limited to 30 minutes, rowboat excursions limited to 45 minutes. The last boat goes out at 3pm. We cancel in the event of rain, lightning, outfall…
Event DetailsSeptember 3, 2019 | Classes & Workshops, Free Community Events, Health & Recreation, Series, Yoga & Meditation
Tuesday Free Yoga & Meditation (2019)
Join us for free indoor/outdoor yoga and meditation classes in the garden this summer, open to the public free of charge on Tuesday mornings thanks to a partnership with the Southwest Philadelphia’s Family Practice and Counseling Network Health Annex. Classes are conducted rain or shine on the porch of Bartram’s Garden’s Eastwick Pavilion. If you’re joining us for the first time, just follow the signs! Please wear comfortable clothes and show up early enough to allow yourself time to walk…
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