Yappy Hour might be a thinly veiled attempt to get you to bring us all the neighborhood dogs to fawn over, but we also think your pup will love to meet new friends, get pets and treats, and enjoy the park! Furry Friend Membership is not required to attend, but we will have a free gift for any active members that swing by.

Big thank you to our friends over at Love City Vet for sponsoring this event!

Reminder: You know your pets best. If you think your pup might get overwhelmed or doesn't love making friends, we'll settle for photos on your phone.

Registration is not required, but highly encouraged, so we can communicate around any weather issues or change-of-plans that might arise.

Register under the event landing page link!!

https://www.therailpark.org/event/july-yappy-hour/

Join us at the historic Fairmount Water Works (640 Waterworks Dr.) for an evening of local craft beer, community, and impact. Pints for a Purpose brings people together to support Global Water Alliance's mission to expand access to clean, safe drinking water through education, advocacy, and community-driven projects.

Your ticket helps fund real solutions for communities facing unsafe or unreliable water while giving you the chance to enjoy a fun and meaningful night in one of Philadelphia's most iconic landmarks.

Event Highlights:
Sample local craft beer in a historic setting
Learn about the history of Fairmount Water Works and the importance of protecting our water resources
Enter exciting raffles and bid in our silent auction (more details coming soon)
Play games, win prizes, and connect with others who care about making a difference

All ages are welcome

Ticket Link

Demystify the home buying process and learn how to get ready for a preapproval, build equity, and more.

Event Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-time-home-buyer-workshop-tickets-1993152130677

On Jewish Valentine’s Day, meet other single young professionals for outdoor semiquin-themed field games like liberate the flag, British vs. America sharks and minnows, and tug of Revolutionary war!

Through hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to operate Scribe’s video cameras and lights. Participants will learn how to utilize available and practical light in addition to how to set up a simple lighting scheme using professional lights. Emphasis will be on strategizing how to shoot different situations, including multi-subject interviews using various backdrops. Participants will also learn how to set up and light for multi-camera shoots while learning advanced camera functions.

http://scribe.org/lighting

Filming with a camera-equipped quadcopter drone isn’t difficult. Participants will learn basic drone safety, operations, and how best to use drone video for storytelling. The workshop will culminate in a group share of short films created by participants and their drone footage. Scribe’s DJI Mini 2 quadcopter is available for use throughout the workshop; participants are welcome to bring their own drone.

http://scribe.org/drone

Ready to hit the dance floor like your favorite idol? SunMi Ballet is bringing the high-energy fun to the Rail Park for an afternoon of K-Pop dance.

This is your chance to learn classic K-Pop moves, no experience or dance crew required. SunMi Ballet's K-Pop Dance Workshop is designed for anyone who wants to move, connect, and learn the kind of choreography that lights up your favorite movies, music videos, and concert stages. Whether you already know every song by heart or you’re completely new to K-Pop, you’ll feel welcome jumping in.

Join us from 4–5 PM on Saturday, July 25th, to come dance with us!

Let Us Know You're Coming! Register under the event landing page link!!

https://www.therailpark.org/event/dance-on-the-park-k-pop-with-sunmi-ballet/

This exhibit brings together the work of artists Jihan Thomas, Efi Green, and Linda Fernandez in an exhibition exploring healing, identity, and self-possession through deeply personal visual language. Across painting, mixed media, abstraction, and symbolism, the artists transform experiences of grief, motherhood, migration, mental health, and cultural memory into spaces of reflection and resilience. Rooted in vivid color, expressive gesture, and layered storytelling, Possession considers home not only as a physical place, but as something carried within the body, memory, and spirit. Together, these works affirm art’s power to hold vulnerability, transformation, and collective care in times of uncertainty.

FREE

The exhibition will be on view at Scribe Video Center Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM, from July 24 to September 12.

The Gary Smalls Gallery Project at Scribe is curated by Tamara Mason.

Date: July 24, 2026

Start Time: 4:00 PM

End Time: 6:30 PM

Event Landing Page: http://www.phillytrib.com/users/login/?referer_url=https://www.phillytrib.com/users/admin/calendar/event/

Join us to demand PennDOT implement the safety improvements outlined in Philly Bike Actions West Market St. petition. State and city elected officials alongside community stakeholders will speak to the press highlighting the need for immediate action. Bring your safe streets signs for the media to see!

RSVP

Thursday, July 23rd 5:30 - 8 PM

Location: Philadelphia Ethical Society

5:30 to 6:30 - Panel discussion

6:30 to 8:00 - Dinner (no charge for dinner or this event)

Description

Join us at the Philadelphia Ethical Society on Rittenhouse Square for a face-to-face dinner conversation on how we can defend and rejuvenate democracy, from the local to the global. Three activists from Mexico, Guatemala and Colombia will join us to share their stories and lessons learned: Mynor Alonzo, Guatemalan political analyst, strategist; Dayana Mosquera, Global Exchange consultant in Colombia; and Alberto Solís Castro, Mexican peacebuilder and human rights specialist. 

After an initial panel discussion moderated by Aurora Muñoz from Domestic Workers Alliance and Philip Lindsay from the Ethical Society, we will have small-group conversations over dinner, with guests from multiple local organizations at each table. There will be translation between English and Spanish.

RSVP Link

Join Philly born-n-bred, world-renowned poet and recording artist Ursula Rucker for Poetry for the Camera, a workshop on writing and performing poetry for the camera. Through guided exercises, participants will explore storytelling, rhythm, and emotional expression while merging words with sound. The session fosters a culture of care, encouraging open and candid sharing. Participants will leave with a recorded, edited piece. All experience levels are welcome!

http://scribe.org/poetry

Got a plant that’s outgrown your windowsill? Pothos clipping multiplying faster than you can keep up with? Or maybe you're looking for a new leafy friend to bring home and attract lots of pollinators?

Join us on July 22nd for a community plant swap where neighbors can trade houseplants, cuttings, and propagations while connecting with fellow plant people.

There’s always a wide variety of plants looking for new homes.

Pollinator Week took place from June 22 to June 28. This global celebration highlights the critical role of bees, butterflies, bats, and other pollinators. You do not have to bring pollinator plants, but we will have some of the park-favorite seeds onsite for those interested!

Registration is not required, but highly encouraged, so we can communicate around any weather issues or change-of-plans that might arise.

https://www.therailpark.org/event/plant-swap-june-2026/

Celebrate America's 250th by making your own poster of Independence Hall! Stop by the lobby of Parkway Central Library between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. for a free hands-on screen printing workshop. All ages welcome and no experience required.

A teaching artist from Posters for the People will guide you in making your own print based on the Independence Hall W.P.A. poster from the Print and Picture Collection.

Date: July 16, 2026

Start Time: 1:00 PM

End Time: 3:00 PM

Event Landing Page: http://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/170829

Unwind with an evening of outdoor yoga at the Rail Park. Join certified instructor Kate Clark for a relaxing 60-minute all-levels yoga class from 7–8 p.m. and enjoy movement, fresh air, and great vibes in one of Philadelphia’s most unique outdoor spaces.

Heyday Athletic will provide the water, music, and instruction, bring your mat and get ready to flow.

Event Details
When: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: $25 paid to Heyday Athletic

Keep the good vibes going at City Tap Logan Square for an after class happy hour!

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Spots are limited and registration is first come, first served, so sign up early to secure your spot.

Register: https://www.therailpark.org/event/july14-yoga-with-heyday-athletic/

In this Special Learning Session, Natasha will discuss how documentary filmmaking can be used as a catalyst to mobilize communities, counter misleading narratives, and achieve social impact.

Event info: http://scribe.org/florentino

From local filmmakers, these two film projects focus on time, place, and living black and queer histories from North Philadelphia to Detroit.

Talking Walls by Marcellus (USA, 2024, 27 min) - In this audio-visual project, multiple voices reflect on the language, sounds, touch, history, and choice of public and private, Black and queer spaces.

it be your own people by muthi reed (USA, 2025, 21 min) is a cinematic assembly of reference materials contextualizing the love needed to thrive particular to people in a city called Philadelphia, and even more particular to Black North Philadelphians.

Welcoming everyone, especially those not (yet!) working in a sustainability-related role. Spend your evening learning with Net Impact Philadelphia and tune in for an informative panel to hear from folks working in corporate sustainability across different industries, from construction to hospitality. We'd love to see you at Philly Ethical on the 10th. Bring a friend!

Register here: https://luma.com/k4goyehk?tk=3DgN3s

​We’ll hear from the following people on how sustainability shows up across very different industries.

​Amanda Schmidt (Sustainability Analyst, TRC Companies, Inc.)

​Kim Quick (Director of Sustainability, Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group),

​Joe Pelusi (Financial Advisor, Green Investment Strategies, Inc.)

​6–7:30 PM.

Explore the first 100 days of judicial service where some of our newly elected judges discuss the challenges and responsibilities faced in their first months – from courtroom management to public trust to balancing independent decision making based on interpretation of laws, statutes, and ethical considerations.
Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts ("PMC"), a nonpartisan nonprofit, envisions a Pennsylvania judicial system in which everyone who participates is assured impartiality, fairness, accessibility and respect.

Event Landing Page: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/164718

United Way of Greater Philadelphia's signature annual event featuring inspiring speakers exploring ways to fight poverty and expand opportunity in Greater Philadelphia.

Register here

The Festival of Many Colors is a free outdoor festival showcasing three festive Philadelphia traditions - the Mummers, Philly Caribbean Carnival and Carnaval de Puebla en Philadelphia. It features craft vendors, food truck and performances including Quaker City String Band, Philly Pan Starts Steel Orchestra, Banda La Poblanita and other acts from the three traditions.

https://www.mummersmuseum.org/fomc/fomc-spring/

BARRIO TELEVISION (work in progress) by Christina DiPasquale (USA, 2026, TBD) uncovers the story of Puerto Rican activists who produced the first bilingual Latino television series to air nationwide called “Realidades.” After tracing U.S. complicity in the 1973 coup in Chile, “Realidades” received backlash and the Nixon administration moved to cut public-media funding, knocking the show off the air. Undeterred, the creators mounted a comeback—training media makers in Philadelphia, organizing a media coalition, and sparking a fight for media power that continues to this day.

Christina DiPasquale is a Colombian-American storyteller based in Philadelphia dedicated to advancing participatory media practices rooted in collective memory and movement-building.

Event Info: http://scribe.org/barriotv

In this course, Rashid Zakat, video artist and filmmaker, will share various techniques on pushing the practice of DJ’ing into the visual realm. Participants will use a range of editing programs to create haptic audiovisual content and be introduced to non-linear editing styles for the purpose of creating their own video remixes. Experience in DJing is not required; beginner experience with editing programs such as Premiere Pro is suggested.

Event Info: http://scribe.org/djing

This course will discuss the reasons why a contract is a legally enforceable promise and how to enforce or defend it if it is broken, and who is responsible for harm and damages. What actions can be taken and what elements need to be proven in order to sue in PA.

Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts ("PMC"), a nonpartisan nonprofit, envisions a Pennsylvania judicial system in which everyone who participates is assured impartiality, fairness, accessibility and respect.

Parkway Central Library | Heim Center, Room 130

https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/164715

Contemporary West Dance Theatre, (CWDT) one of the country’s leading Contemporary Modern, ballet dance company, is excited to announce its 19 YEAR ANNIVERSARY and its relocation to the city of brotherly love Philadelphia, effective June 05, 2025 This strategic move aims to enhance our mission of fostering creative and artistic Expression while expanding our reach within one of America’s most vibrant cultural city’s.

To celebrate this exciting new chapter CWDT will present “Have a Spring Fling with CWDT” taking place May 1-2, 2026 at the esteemed Fringe Arts Theatre in old city Philadelphia. CWDT will present three performances with works by celebrated Founder and Artistic Director Bernard H. Gaddis. The program will include “Starburst” A world premiere celebrating the USA and Philadelphia’s 250th Anniversary. “l’amore l’amore l’amore”. and excerpts from various ballet, “Sacrifus”, “Steel & Bones”, and “Liaison”, all created by Founder and Director Bernard H. Gaddis.

For more information about the relocation, upcoming events and how to get involved, please visit us at www.CWDanceTheatre.org

Celebrating 19 years, Contemporary West Dance Theatre (CWDT), is a multicultural nonprofit organization founded in March 2007. Making historic strides as the first professional Contemporary Dance Theatre, and the first to be founded by two people of color in the city of Las Vegas, and the state of Nevada. Bernard H. Gaddis and Charmaine Hunter. These former principal dancers from the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Dance Theatre of Harlem (respectively) created Las Vegas’ first premiere contemporary modern dance company, named by the Las Vegas Review Journal as one of the “Fab Four” Arts organizations in Nevada. Gaddis continues to lead the company and states. “CWDT has a dance methodology that integrates classical and modern paradigms with an athleticism that gives audiences a more profound dance experience”. CWDT dancers are passionate, relatable, and highly skilled, and have been bringing virtuoso performances to the stage that have excited and inspired audiences around the world for over a decade. CWDT was voted “Best Dance Company to Represent Las Vegas” two years in a row, and its Founder and Artistic Director, Bernard H. Gaddis was recently Awarded Best Choreographer in Las Vegas.

GenPhilly mission:
GenPhilly is a vibrant network of emerging professionals from the Philly area who work in the field of aging or are passionate about aging. Together, GenPhilly connects and educates professionals and the public about aging through creative programs and meaningful professional development. Check out our website at pcacares.org/genphilly

Application Process:
You MUST register via the survey by April 24th: GenPhilly Meet-a-Mentor 2026 Event Registration – Fill out form

Program Overview:
The GenPhilly Mentorship Program is designed to connect emerging professionals with experienced mentors in the field of aging services and whose work reaches aging populations and beyond. The program aims to enhance professional development, facilitate knowledge exchange, and strengthen the network of individuals committed to creating an age-friendly Philadelphia.

Objectives:
Professional Development: Provide mentees with guidance and support to advance their careers in aging services.
Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate the sharing of expertise, experiences, and best practices between mentors and mentees.
Networking: Expand professional networks to include a diverse group of individuals dedicated to positive aging initiatives.

Program Structure:
Mentor-Mentee Matching: Participants are paired based on shared interests, goals, and areas of expertise.
Regular Meetings: Mentor-mentee pairs are encouraged to meet regularly, either in person or virtually, to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities.
Workshops and Events: The program offers workshops and events focused on professional development, skill-building, and current topics in aging services.
Evaluation and Feedback: Regular assessments ensure that the program meets the needs of participants and provides opportunities for continuous improvement.

Eligibility:
Mentees: GenPhilly members who are emerging professionals who work, or aspire to work, with older adults in some capacity, and are located in Philadelphia or the surrounding counties (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery).
Mentors: Experienced professionals in the field of aging services willing to share their knowledge and support the development of emerging leaders.
Both mentor and mentees need to complete the GenPhilly Mentorship Application Form to be considered, and assigned a mentorship opportunity.

Benefits:
For Mentees: Access to experienced professionals, personalized guidance, and opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in aging services.
For Mentors: The chance to give back to the community, influence the next generation of leaders, and gain fresh perspectives from emerging professionals.

How to Join GenPhilly:
Interested individuals can join GenPhilly by completing the questionnaire available on the GenPhilly webpage. Once accepted, members will receive information about participation and upcoming events.
By participating in the GenPhilly Mentorship Program, both mentors and mentees contribute to advancing the mission of fostering meaningful connections, raising awareness about aging issues, and celebrating positive aging in Philadelphia.

Content & Program Timeline:
Review this handbook for an overview on the process and expectations for the mentoring relationship: https://www.togetherplatform.com/handbook/mentee-user

Either at the event or at your first mentoring meeting, you must define the year-long commitment with your mentor/mentee. You will also outline expectations together using our form (handed out on the day of the event).

Commitment:
The GenPhilly Mentorship Program encourages a one-year time commitment as detailed in the timeline above. During this time, we suggest Mentors and Mentees commit to a minimum of meeting for a half-hour each month (or every other month, depending on schedules). We also suggest Mentors and mentees attend at least one in-person event together; these can be either GenPhilly-led events or other career advancement opportunities that the pair feels are essential to the Mentee’s professional development goals.

Bring your business cards!
Coffee and donuts will be served

This month, Skål Philadelphia is hosting a leadership discussion to support our Young Skål members and other up-and-coming professionals as they build their careers in tourism and hospitality.

RSVP: https://skalphiladelphia.com/events

Join us for Souletri Sunday: the best of Philly artistry at Two Locals Brewing Co.

Whether it’s your first time on the mic or a resident artist sharing their work, Souletri Sunday is your stage! Come join the hundreds of artists gathering to celebrate the artistry of their neighbors.
Hosted every month by local artists in the heart of West Philly, this open mic is rooted in joy, creativity, and community. Singers, poets, comedians, storytellers, and creatives of every kind are welcome here. A slot at Souletri Sunday is more than just a performance–it’s a space to tap in, build with other creatives, and be part of something real.
People come from all over to share in the experience, and once you’re in the room, you’ll understand why.

Don’t hear about it later. Be there now.

Location: Two Locals Brewing Co.
Date: April 26th 2026
Time: 2 pm - 5 pm

What to expect: Live poetry, music, storytelling, and everything in between.
️ This month’s featured artist: ANGELCONCEPCION

https://www.powerstreettheatre.com/what-is-souletri