Events

Enjoy an easy hike along the Houston Meadow Trail ending at Houston Recreation Center’s awesome playground!

Butterfly season may have passed, though we're keeping hope alive to potentially see one, even though it's Fall season.  If we don't see any butterflies, we're likely to see a number of birds. We'll go on an easy nature walk loop within the Wissahickon while keeping our eyes open for birds and butterflies and/or other […]

Join us for this treat of a session, since we'll be checking out bugs and going on a basic bug find - nothing icky or that kids can't handle.  So, don't freak out, since we know bugs may not be everyone's favorite creatures to love. Our knowledgeable, fun, and friendly Educator will be guiding this […]

Join Heartwell Yoga for Storytime Yoga in Vernon Park! We’ll use songs, stories, breath, yoga poses and relaxation to move through all of those after school feelings, along with the calming power of the natural world. This class is perfect for kids of any age and a grownup. Please bring a towel or yoga mat. […]

🍂 Trick or Treat on the Trail! 🍂 Come join us for a fun, fall-themed hike at Community Center Park as we explore the trail and search for some hidden surprises along the way!🎃 We’ll make our way along the trail, stopping to discover silly jokes, enjoy the fall scenery, and have some fun together […]

This event has been canceled. It's the FALL season, so the leaves are changing color and drifting to the ground!  ALSO, it may seem like wildlife is starting to hide, but wait, maybe we'll spot animals that enjoy the Fall season, as we travel along the scenic Boardwalk Trail Loop at John Heinz National Wildlife […]

IT'S BACK! Join us at The Farm at Awbury Arboretum to celebrate the season with food trucks, games, music, vendors, and more! We'll be celebrating the one year anniversary of the PA Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights with a GIANT banner that we'll need YOUR help to color in! Please note: this event will be […]

Join us for a fun and family-friendly evening at Books & Cooks! This free, all-ages event brings stories and food together with an engaging storytime, free books for children, and a live cooking demo followed by a shared meal. Held monthly at The Garden at CHOP Karabots Pediatric Primary Care Center, it’s a welcoming space […]

Come out for The Discovery Center's Community Wellness Day! Browse wellness items and workshops with curated vendors from The Collective for Community Wellness in the event space. Enjoy the peaceful reservoir with free canoe sessions hosted by Philadelphia Outward Bound School (first come, first served) and hourly tour tours with Audubon Mid-Atlantic. Environmental and Community […]

Join members from Prescribe Outside for a brief check-in moment before having some fishing fun at Grays Ferry Crescent.  During this "Pre-Fun" we will share some quick info, get to know you, facilitate a quick outdoor game, and provide registered attendees with a basic Prescribe Outside or other organizations (or random) giveaway item (ex: pen, […]

Join the Sierra Club for a kid-friendly fall nature walk and journaling on Saturday, October 24th! We will meet at Blue Bell Park, get out into nature, and work on some journaling art. This walk will be family friendly, but not good for strollers or pets. Please check the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes. […]

Join us for this treat of a session, since we’ll be checking out bugs and going on a basic bug find – nothing icky or that kids can’t handle.  So, don’t freak out, since we know bugs may not be everyone’s favorite creatures to love. Our knowledgeable, fun, and friendly Educator will be guiding this […]