BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Awbury Arboretum | Philadelphia, PA - ECPv6.16.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Awbury Arboretum | Philadelphia, PA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://awbury.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Awbury Arboretum | Philadelphia, PA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20251008T174337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T171721Z UID:10001050-1765476000-1765486800@awbury.org SUMMARY:MAAAC at Awbury: Collectors' Talk DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 11th | 6-9 PM | The Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd \nJoin Jasmine D. Malloy in conversation with a prestigious lineup of veteran collectors for a dynamic discussion exploring how African American art collecting enriches culture\, preserves heritage\, and strengthens community. \nAbout MAAAC: The Museum of African American Art Collections (MAAAC) is a forum for the display\, study\, and appreciation of collections of Black art accumulated by African American collectors in a traditional museum setting. \n  \nRegister for this event below:  \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/maaac-at-awbury-collectors-talk-with-adrian-moody/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CALENDAR-ICONS-8-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T153000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20251008T173800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T173800Z UID:10001049-1763818200-1763825400@awbury.org SUMMARY:MAAAC at Awbury: Artist Talk with Danielle Scott DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 22nd  | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | The Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd \nExperience the powerful vision of mixed media assemblage artist Danielle Scott\, whose work vividly explores the intertwined realities of joy and pain in the lives of women of color. Join us for an intimate conversation as she shares her creative process\, inspirations\, and the stories behind her evocative pieces.  \nAbout MAAAC: The Museum of African American Art Collections (MAAAC) is a forum for the display\, study\, and appreciation of collections of Black art accumulated by African American collectors in a traditional museum setting. \n  \nRegister for this event & more below: \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/maaac-at-awbury-artist-talk-with-danielle-scott/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CALENDAR-ICONS-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20251006T223126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T191838Z UID:10001047-1763211600-1763218800@awbury.org SUMMARY:MAAAC at Awbury: Tea Salon with Diana Tyson DESCRIPTION:November 15th | 1:30-3:30 PM | The Francis Cope House\, 1 Awbury Rd \nJoin MAAAC for tea and an engaging conversation that explores the enduring value of family portraits. Discover how these works of art do more than decorate walls: they capture identity\, preserve heritage\, and become powerful chapters in a family’s narrative legacy. You can learn more about the Museum of African American Art Collections here \nAnd you can register for this event and more below: \nAbout MAAAC: The Museum of African American Art Collections (MAAAC) is a forum for the display\, study\, and appreciation of collections of Black art accumulated by African American collectors in a traditional museum setting. \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/maaac-at-awbury-tea-salon-with-diana-tyson/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CALENDAR-ICONS-8-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20251008T163109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T190808Z UID:10001048-1762452000-1762462800@awbury.org SUMMARY:MAAAC Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 6th | 6-9 PM | The Cope House \nJoin us in the Cope House Gallery as Awbury partners with The Museum of African American Art Collectors (MAAAC) for their exhibit: Collector’s Life: Inaugural MAAAC Exhibition on Thursday\, November 6\, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for our opening reception. This milestone event marks the official debut of MAAAC’s first exhibition celebrating the rich legacy and future of African American art collecting. \nGuests are invited to explore this inaugural exhibition\, meet the visionary collectors whose passion and stewardship have shaped its foundation\, and experience an evening of art\, culture\, and community connection. \nFounded to honor and expand the legacy of African American art collectors\, MAAAC serves as a vibrant cultural institution dedicated to preserving\, educating\, and inspiring through the stories of art ownership and legacy building. The opening reception reflects MAAAC’s mission to bring together artists\, collectors\, scholars\, and the public in celebration of creativity and cultural heritage \nEnjoy an evening of art\, community\, and inspiration at this free opening reception. Be sure to explore and register for additional MAAAC programs in partnership with Awbury below. \nFill out my LGL Form!\n \nAbout MAAAC: The Museum of African American Art Collections (MAAAC) is a forum for the display\, study\, and appreciation of collections of Black art accumulated by African American collectors in a traditional museum setting. URL:https://awbury.org/event/maaac-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CALENDAR-ICONS-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250903T201801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T201801Z UID:10001045-1762430400-1762444800@awbury.org SUMMARY:Fall Planting Day at Awbury DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 6\, 2025 | 12:00–4:00 PM | 1 Awbury Rd. Philadelphia\, PA \nJoin us as we add up to 50 new trees to Awbury’s collection in just one afternoon! Tree Tenders from across Northwest Philly will be on hand to guide the planting\, and volunteers of all ages are invited to help root these future giants into our landscape. November is the perfect time to plant\, and your hands-on help will make a lasting impact for generations to come. \nFor more information\, contact: volunteer@awbury.org URL:https://awbury.org/event/fall-planting-day-at-awbury/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CALENDAR-ICONS-11.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20251006T203411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T220421Z UID:10001046-1761156000-1761161400@awbury.org SUMMARY:Artist Lecture with Bonnie Levinthal DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 22nd | 6-7:30 PM | The Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd. \nRepresenting Place with Suminagashi\nPlease join us for an artist lecture by Bonnie Levinthal\, who will discuss how she has used suminagashi (Japanese marbling) to respond to the remote places she travels to make her work. This lecture coincides with her exhibition The Far Side of the Sea at the Cope House Gallery. The exhibition features a body of work developed through Levinthal’s responses to place\, completed both at home and during time spent in Greenland\, Svalbard\, and Ireland. Her paintings and works on paper explore light\, weather\, color\, and atmosphere\, using watercolor and acrylic\, as well as processes that involve direct interaction with water\, such as cyanotype and suminagashi. \nYou can register for Representing Place with Suminagashi below: \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/artist-lecture-with-bonnie-levinthal/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CALENDAR-ICONS-8-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250902T214403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T214403Z UID:10001044-1760637600-1760644800@awbury.org SUMMARY:Black Women Are Scary Live! DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 16th | 6-8 PM | The Cope House\, 1 Awbury Rd. \nFace the monsters with us as we bring the award winning podcast Black Women Are Scary to life with storytelling\, live sound design\, campfires\, ‘smores\, cider\, and hot chocolate. The festivities will start at 6:30pm with cozy nooks to journal\, read\, and enjoy Awbury Arboretum’s natural landscapes. Then… when night falls\, we’ll gather around the fire and begin our scary stories. This event is BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket) and stay afterwards for a guided conversation about unruly children\, saving trees\, and more! You can register for this live reading and community gathering here! URL:https://awbury.org/event/black-women-are-scary-live/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-02-173634.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250902T214055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T214055Z UID:10001043-1758304800-1758315600@awbury.org SUMMARY:Landbased Jawn Shape Change Gala DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 19th | 6-9 PM | The Cope House\, 1 Awbury Rd. \nHelp us welcome back Landbased Jawn for their upcoming gala! This Spirit-led affair will feature live music\, poetry\, and dance. Attendees will journey through sensory and elemental experiences and rituals involving fire\, earth\, air\, and water. Come adorned in outfits or costumes that embody what you believe it means to Shape Change. We especially appreciate earthy\, floral\, cosmic\, and ethereal elements. You can purchase your tickets for Shape Change here! \n  URL:https://awbury.org/event/landbased-jawn-shape-change-gala/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-02-173547.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250826T212948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T154105Z UID:10001042-1758218400-1758225600@awbury.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Bonnie Levinthal DESCRIPTION:September 18th | 6-8 PM | Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \nJoin us at the Cope House Gallery for the opening reception of Bonnie Levinthal’s show\, The Far Side of the Sea. Levinthal’s work is rooted in the exploration and re-presentation of landscape. Through methods and materials that connect process with content\, she creates a visual record of her experiences in response to place. This event is free and open to the public! \nAbout the artist: Bonnie Levinthal (Philadelphia\, PA) received her MFA from Pennsylvania State University and her BFA from the Philadelphia College of Art. She has exhibited her work both nationally and internationally and has been the recipient of numerous grants and fellowships\, including a Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Grant. She has been a fellow at Yaddo and The Millay Colony in the United States\, and internationally at Lumen in Atina\, Italy\, Nes in Skagaströnd\, Iceland\, the Arctic Circle Residency in Svalbard\, Norway\, and the Ballinglen Arts Foundation in Ballycastle\, Ireland. Her work is held in numerous public and private collections across the United States. Levinthal is Professor Emerita at Penn State Abington. URL:https://awbury.org/event/opening-reception-bonnie-levinthal/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CALENDAR-ICONS-3-Cope-House-Gallery-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250826T190909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T173843Z UID:10001041-1757066400-1761667200@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery Presents: The Far Side of the Sea DESCRIPTION:September 5 – October 28\, 2025 | Mon–Thur 10 AM – 4 PM & Fri – Sun by appointment | Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \nVisit the Cope House Gallery from September 5 – October 28\, 2025 for The Far Side of the Sea\, an exhibition by Bonnie Levinthal. This exhibition presents a body of work developed through her responses to place\, completed both at home and during time spent in Greenland\, Svalbard\, and Ireland. The paintings and works on paper explore light\, weather\, color\, and atmosphere\, using watercolor and acrylic\, as well as\nprocesses that involve direct interaction with water\, such as cyanotype and suminagashi. The dominant presence of ultramarine blue speaks to distance\, depth\, and the pigment’s history as a material carried across great distances\, mirroring\nLevinthal’s own travels to remote landscapes. \nFor additional information about the artist\, visit www.bonnielevinthal.com \nAnd don’t forget to join us for the opening reception on September 18th from 6-8 PM! This event is free and open to the public URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-presents-the-far-side-of-the-sea/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CALENDAR-ICONS-2-Cope-House-Gallery-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250814T201017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T201126Z UID:10001040-1755801000-1755806400@awbury.org SUMMARY:The Art of Patience in Photography DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s waiting 40 years for the chance at one perfect photo or standing still for an hour in freezing temperatures\, patience is one of the most overlooked skills in photography. Join photographers Steve Weinik and Troy Bynum for a thoughtful discussion on patience—as a creative tool\, a personal virtue\, and a key to their work behind the lens. This evening program includes a presentation\, artist dialogue\, and open conversation with the audience. Space is limited—register today!\n📅 August 21 | 6:30–8 PM\n📍The Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd. \nAbout the Artist: \nSteve Weinik is the Associate Director of Photography and Digital Media at Monument Lab. He also maintains a robust freelance practice\, including more than a decade as Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Senior Staff Photographer. Steve’s professional work focuses on artwork in public space and the artists that create it. His personal projects center on wildlife and the natural world. Go Birds: Portraits of Patience is his first exhibition highlighting this side of his work. \nTroy Bynum\, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC\, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia\, PA. Troy’s work focuses on capturing and showcasing the remarkable colors\, intricate patterns\, and rich textures that are abundant throughout the natural world. In his work\, Troy draws attention to the oftentimes overlooked naturally occurring beauty found in the wild. Troy is on a mission to accentuate and celebrate the inherent magnificence of nature. \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/the-art-of-patience-in-photography/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-Awbury-small-16-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250714T142429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T184635Z UID:10001037-1753207200-1753214400@awbury.org SUMMARY:PMC: Intro to Mushroom Hunting: An Evening Talk DESCRIPTION:Intro to Mushroom Hunting: An Evening Talk\n📅 Tuesday\, July 22nd🕕 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM📍 The Cope House1 Awbury Rd.\, Philadelphia\, PA 19138 \nCurious about mushroom foraging but don’t know where to start? Join the Philadelphia Mycology Club at Awbury Arboretum for an evening introduction to mushroom hunting. This beginner-friendly talk will cover key safety tips\, common local species\, and basic tools of the trade—perfect for anyone looking to dip their toes into the fungal world. \nPlenty of free street parking is available.Please note: masks are not required but strongly encouraged. \nThis event is hosted in partnership with the Philadelphia Mycology Club. Bring your questions and your mushroom curiosity! Register below: \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/philadelphia-mycology-program/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Foraging and Herbal Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-01-174726.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250617T203020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T203020Z UID:10001020-1752170400-1752177600@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery Opening Reception: Steve Weinik DESCRIPTION:July 10th | 6PM – 8PM | Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \nPhoto by Steve Weinik. \nJoin us at the Cope House Gallery for the opening reception of Steve Weinik’s show\, Go Birds: Portraits of Patience. This event is free and open to the public—donations to support the Cope House Gallery are welcome! Learn more about giving\, donations\, and membership at Awbury here. URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-opening-reception-steve-weinik/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CALENDAR-ICONS-2-Cope-House-Gallery-Template-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250617T194001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T194001Z UID:10001019-1751328000-1756684799@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery Presents: Go Birds: Portraits of Patience DESCRIPTION:July 1st – August 31st | Mon–Thur 10AM – 4PM & Fri – Sun by appointment | Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \nPhoto by Steve Weinik. \nVisit the Cope House Gallery from July 1st – August 31 for Go Birds: Portraits of Patience; an exhibition of photographs by Steve Weinik highlighting the the wonders of ornithology. \nAnd don’t forget to join us for the opening reception on July 10th\, 6–8 PM! This event is free and open to the public—donations to support the Cope House Gallery are welcome! Learn more about giving\, donations\, and membership at Awbury here. URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-presents-go-birds-portraits-of-patience/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CALENDAR-ICONS-2-Cope-House-Gallery-Template-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250505T174518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T145253Z UID:10001017-1750962600-1750968000@awbury.org SUMMARY:Black History in the Philadelphia Landscape: An Evening with Amy Cohen DESCRIPTION:June 26 | 6:30–8:00 PM | Awbury Arboretum\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \nJoin author\, educator\, and historian Amy Cohen and Germantown Infohub’s Editor & Founder Rasheed Ajamu for an engaging discussion on her book Black History in the Philadelphia Landscape. Spanning from the late 1600s to the 1960s\, Cohen explores how the Black experience has shaped Philadelphia—and how that history is remembered in today’s cityscape. \nThis is a ticketed event with limited capacity—don’t wait to reserve your spot! Register here or below.  \n  \n  \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/an-evening-with-amy-cohen/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CALENDAR-ICONS-8-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250307T183522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T183522Z UID:10000988-1747332000-1747342800@awbury.org SUMMARY:Awbury al Fresco 2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://awbury.org/event/awbury-al-fresco-2025/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Square-Ad.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250505T165547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T165547Z UID:10001012-1746727200-1746734400@awbury.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Celebrate The Everyday\, Every Day DESCRIPTION: May 8 | 6–8 PM | Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \nJoin us for the opening night of Marie Bender’s Celebrate The Everyday\, Every Day—a vibrant collection of oil paintings that honor the beauty of everyday form. Mingle with fellow art lovers\, explore the exhibit\, and enjoy a free evening in the historic Cope House Gallery. Free and open to all—donations to support the gallery are appreciated! URL:https://awbury.org/event/opening-reception-celebrate-the-everyday-every-day/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Flowers-and-Skull-Low-res-Bender.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250505T165228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T165228Z UID:10001011-1746144000-1751241599@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery Presents: Celebrate The Everyday\, Every Day DESCRIPTION:May 2nd – June 29th | Mon–Thur 10AM – 4PM & Fri – Sun by appointment | Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \nVisit the Cope House Gallery from May 2–June 29 for Celebrate The Everyday\, Every Day\, an exhibition of oil paintings by Marie Bender that spotlight the beauty of form. And don’t forget to join us for the opening reception on May 8\, 6–8 PM! This event is free and open to the public—donations to support the Cope House Gallery are welcome. Learn more about giving\, donations\, and membership at Awbury here. \n  URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-presents-celebrate-the-everyday-every-day/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CALENDAR-ICONS-2-Cope-House-Gallery-Template-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250418T045149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T045149Z UID:10000989-1745429400-1745436600@awbury.org SUMMARY:Artist Dialogue with Wendy Osterweil DESCRIPTION:Step into the story with artist Wendy Osterweil on April 23\, 5:30PM – 7:30PM at the Cope House Gallery (1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA) for an engaging\, interactive look at her print exhibition\, Among Worlds. Explore layered\, narrative-rich works while Wendy guides you with fun writing and sketching prompts. Ask questions\, spark conversation\, and get a behind-the-scenes peek at her creative process—including a chance to see the carved woodblocks she used to make the prints. \nFree to attend\, but space is limited—register now! \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://awbury.org/event/artist-dialogue-with-wendy-osterweil/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/March_Osterweil-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250219T221214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T221214Z UID:10000984-1741284000-1741291200@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery: Among Worlds Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us at CHG for the opening reception of Among Worlds from artist Wendy Osterweil. Opening reception is a free and public event at The Francis Cope House from 6pm – 8pm. URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-among-worlds-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CALENDAR-ICONS-20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250219T220828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T220828Z UID:10000983-1741082400-1745942400@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery Presents: Among Worlds DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Cope House Gallery for Among Worlds\, the latest exhibit at CHG from artist Wendy Osterweil. You can also join us on March 6th from 6pm – 8pm for the opening reception of Among Worlds. This is a free event. URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-presents-among-worlds/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CALENDAR-ICONS-19.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20250131T205024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T205024Z UID:10000980-1740074400-1740081600@awbury.org SUMMARY:Artist Talk & Book Signing with Ron Tarver DESCRIPTION:Join us on February 20th from 6pm – 8pm at the Cope House Galleries for an evening with artist and photographer Ron Tarver as he discusses his latest work\, The Long Ride Home\, the story of the Black cowboy experience in contemporary America. \nStay tuned for more details and updates! URL:https://awbury.org/event/artist-talk-book-signing-with-ron-tarver/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot-2025-01-31-132943.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T190000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20241212T204526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T204526Z UID:10000974-1738085400-1738090800@awbury.org SUMMARY:Inside Your Naturalist's Studio: Collect\, Observe\, Create DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Mount Airy Learning Tree (MALT)\, join us at The Cope House from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm from January 14th – January 28th for the Inside Your Naturalist Studio: Collect\, Observe\, Create! \nYou can register for this class through MALT by visiting their website HERE! URL:https://awbury.org/event/inside-your-naturalists-studio-collect-observe-create/2025-01-28/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Foraging and Herbal Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/LGL-Website-Graphics-22.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20241212T210319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T183835Z UID:10000976-1736532000-1736539200@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us January 10th from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Cope House gallery for the artist opening reception of our latest exhibit! \nThere will also be a book signing by Richard Metz. Richard will be signing copies of his new book\,’ A Murder of Crows’ at the opening reception. The 8″ x 8″ book contains poems\, drawings and paintings\, and a short introductory essay. It focuses on the lives of these corvids and the landscape of southeastern Pennsylvania from a crow’s viewpoint. The book draws on ideas and views from my personal observations\, and scientific and mythological readings about crows and ravens. Signed copies are available for purchase at $22. \nThis is a free and open to the public event! We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/LGL-Website-Graphics-20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20241212T205539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T205539Z UID:10000975-1736071200-1740758400@awbury.org SUMMARY:Cope House Gallery Exhibit DESCRIPTION:See the latest art exhibit to come to The Cope House Gallery! The Cope House Gallery is open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm\, weekends 10am – 2pm\, or by appointment by contacting artcommittee@awbury.org. \nTo learn more about our present and previous artist\, visit our website HERE! URL:https://awbury.org/event/cope-house-gallery-exhibit/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/LGL-Website-Graphics-19-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20240808T223415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241208T161646Z UID:10000444-1733659200-1733673600@awbury.org SUMMARY:Holiday Open House & Greens Sale DESCRIPTION:Holiday Open House & Greens Sale\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at the Cope House Sunday\, December 8th for our annual Holiday Open House & Greens Sale! \nWe’ll be celebrating the closing of another year at Awbury Arboretum from 12pm – 4pm. Come hangout\, purchase some greens\, particpate in some festive arts and crafts fun for the whole family! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Days Activities & Events \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Physical Fun with Prescribe OutsideWho doesn’t like starting off their day with some physical movement? Join Prescribe Outside for Body Bingo! Fun for all ages \nTime: 12:00pm – 2pm \nLocation: The Cope House\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Morning Wellness Walk with Philly Goat ProjectJoin PGP and a surprise special guest for a morning walk with the goats from The Farm at Awbury to the Cope House! This is a free walk and open to all! \nTime: 12:30pm – 1pm \nLocation: The Farm at Awbury\, 6336 Ardleigh St\, Philadelphia \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wreath Designing WorkshopLooking to bring some festive decor to your home? You can purchase your ticket for our wreath design workshop in person today to make\, decorate\, and take home a festive work of art! \nTime: 12pm – 2pm \nLocation: The Cope House\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \n \n \n https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/nyqhUtEL7ZE7E6cKZB6O_w\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Storybook SessionJoin local children’s book author Felicia Crisden inside the cozy Cope House for an hour of reading and imaginging! This is a family friendly event\, free and open to all! \nTime: 1:30pm – 2:30pm \nLocation: The Cope House 3rd Floor\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Centerpiece MakingBack by popular demand\, join us inside the Cope House for a fun\, family friendly centerpiece making activity. Register HERE! \nTime: 2pm – 4pm \nLocation: The Cope House\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia PA \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Crafting with The Waldorf SchoolMake some festive arts and crafts with the Waldorf school! \nLocation: The Cope House\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia PA \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lite Bites & Drinks! URL:https://awbury.org/event/holiday-open-house-green-sale-2/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Greens-Sale-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T120000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20240614T160316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T160417Z UID:10000434-1727776800-1727784000@awbury.org SUMMARY:Paul DuSold Gallery Talk DESCRIPTION:Join Paul DuSold as he discusses his working methods in creating the paintings for his exhibition of recent works in the Cope House. \nTime: Tuesday\, October 1st. 10AM – 12PM \nLocation: Cope House Gallery \nQuestions about the event can be directed to Paul DuSold: pddusold@gmail.com URL:https://awbury.org/event/paul-dusold-gallery-talk/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/LGL-Website-Graphics-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T213000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20240711T165434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T174359Z UID:10000439-1724698800-1724707800@awbury.org SUMMARY:Music for Plants and People DESCRIPTION:Vivian Lehrer’s exhibition Rhythm is Nature / It is Our Nature invites us to listen to the songs of trees. In the warm environment of the tree-based artworks\, we turn our ears to music that reflects reverence for the rest of the natural world… culminating in a singalong\, from the silly to the sublime. \nWith performances by: Singer/Songwriter Joshua Chase Miller\, Gorgeous Porch (original indie folk with Chris Wood + Vivian Lehrer)\, Opera singer Molly Dunn\, Songwriter/percussionist Sam Weisenberg\, and Pianist + songwriter Ilan Isakov \nTickets: $30 (email Vivian Lehrer at vlehrer@gmail.com for tickets!) or $35 at the door! \nCapacity: 45 people \nLocation: Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA 19138 \nTime: August 26th\, 7:00pm – 9:30pm URL:https://awbury.org/event/music-for-plants-and-people/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/LGL-Website-Graphics-8-Music-for-Plants-and-People.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T220000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20240711T172547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T175255Z UID:10000440-1723230000-1723240800@awbury.org SUMMARY:Dende Percussion Ensemble concert + Walk to Honor the Trees DESCRIPTION:Join for a very danceable musical performance by the Dendê percussion ensemble – the vital rhythms of Brazilian carnaval! We will begin with an activation of the art piece on display in the Cope House Gallery\, “Flags for Other Nations”: a 20-minute meditative walk/march with colorful tree flags around an Awbury trail\, to honor the trees as their own nations. \nTickets: $25 (email Vivian Lehrer at vlehrer@gmail.com for tickets!) or $30 at the door! \nCapacity: 45 people \nLocation: Cope House Gallery\, 1 Awbury Rd\, Philadelphia\, PA 19138 \nTime: August 9\, 7:00pm – 10:00pm URL:https://awbury.org/event/dende-percussion-ensemble-concert-walk-to-honor-the-trees/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/LGL-Website-Graphics-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T231430 CREATED:20240808T222451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T222451Z UID:10000443-1723114800-1723132800@awbury.org SUMMARY:Holiday Open House & Green Sale DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Holiday Open House & Green Sale at The Francis Cope house! \nCheck back here and make sure to subscribe to our newsletter & follow us on social media for more details as we near the event! URL:https://awbury.org/event/holiday-open-house-green-sale/ LOCATION:The Francis Cope House\, One Awbury Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19138 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Awbury-Arboretum-Holiday-Open-House.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR