October 2024

  • Boo Bash

    This event is reserved for our Southwest Philadelphia neighbors. If you are not a Southwest Philadelphia resident, please check out other activities in the city. Join us for a spooktacular (and family-friendly!) celebration. We’ll have a creepy dance party with DJ AfrVbz, crafts, goodie bags, snacks, and a few other spooky surprises. Free, no registration...


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  • November 2024

  • Adults’ Learn to Ride Biking Class (ages 16+)

    Bike Container

    This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling techniques ·        Starting and stopping ·        Steering and shifting gears You...


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  • Free Bike Rentals at Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub

    Bike Container

    Come by for free walk-up bike rentals; simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments),  diagnostics, and bike safety brochures! Register in advance to receive email updates in case of cancellations. Bikes are available on a first come first serve basis. Registration for free bike rentals does not guarantee availability. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is...


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  • Biking Level 1.5: Beginner Group Ride & Urban Riding Basics

    Bike Container

    A slow-paced, all levels, little to no experience needed, beginner ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail. Bike Ride Leader highlights how to properly wear a helmet, ABC quick check (Air, Breaks, Chain), basic hand signals, trail etiquette related to signaling, passing on the left, overview of the Circuit Trails, Swing Bridge Project, and future connection to...


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  • SWWAG Workshop: Soil with Supreme Compost

    Coach House
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    A six-step process that demonstrates the beginning stages of how to make compost, revealing the condition of the city's depleted soil, and turn recycled food waste into a dark, rich soil that will grow nutritious fruits and vegetables. Located in the Bartram’s Garden Coach House. Led by Nefertari Muhammad(BEGINNER). Click here to see more upcoming...


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  • CANCELED Little Explorers: Seed Collectors

    Bartram’s Garden Courtyard, Coach House and Barn
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia

    The November 6 class has been canceled. How do seeds travel? Collect seeds from all over the garden and make a mosaic.   ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join us for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel free to bring a snack. Designed for toddlers...


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  • Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

    Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

    Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers are not accepted). You can also catch the Sankofa...


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  • CANCELED Meditations in the Garden: Thankful for Me

    Update on 10/29: All remaining Meditations in the Garden sessions in 2024 have been canceled. Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no prior...


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  • Sankofa Community Farm Volunteer Day

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram's Garden
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Volunteers will work alongside Farm staff to support seasonal plantings, harvesting, weeding, invasive species removal, and orchard support. Volunteers will meet at the Sankofa Community Farm at 9:30 AM and be separated into groups and provided with instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please...


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