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6/13

Finding Edna Lewis: Documentary Screening and Discussion

Ahead of Juneteenth, this program will celebrate renowned chef, teacher, and author Edna Lewis with a documentary screening, discussion, and display of her cookbooks, as well as tastings of some of her recipes.

5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library, 3420 Walnut St.

7/19

Exuberant Blooms Opening Weekend

Returning floral display “Exuberant Blooms” will burst with a riot of colors and fragrances in celebration of the variety and splendor of flowering plants. Hosted at the Hummingbird Hut all weekend long, visitors can partake in crafting, singing, and dancing to mark the fourth year of this Morris Arboretum summer program.

All Day

Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E Northwestern Ave.

7/12

Morris Arboretum: Sculpture Tour

This tour highlights the sculptures that connect human art with the beauty of nature. Visitors will view garden art featured at the Morris Arboretum, which includes sculptures that have become featured in prominent places or tucked in the shade of a special tree. Free with Penn ID.

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E Northwestern Ave.

7/24

Staff Potting and Planting Community Day

Participants will pot new plants for their homes and workplaces, can propagate any plants from home, and build community with fellow plant-lovers. Penn HR will provide miniature terracotta pots, soil, water, and other materials as needed. Lunch will be provided. Register to attend.

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Courtyard at Penn Carey Law, 3501 Sansom St.

7/16

Biddle Philly Fest

Hosted by Penn HR and Biddle Law Library, this festival will feature a day of lightning talks, Philadelphia food favorites, library crafts, contests, and prizes. Register to attend.

2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Biddle Law Library, 3501 Sansom St.

6/27

Travel The World in a Day: Penn Museum

During this year’s Wawa Welcome America Free Museum Day, the Penn Museum invites visitors to explore our shared humanity through 10,000 years of history—from the royalty of ancient Egypt and early cities in the Middle East to the vibrant cultures of Mexico and Central America and the lives of Native American communities today. Advanced registration is required to receive free tickets.

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Penn Museum, 3260 South St.

5/30

ArtTable MeetAT: Arthur Ross Gallery

This networking session, hosted by Emily Zimmerman, Director of Exhibitions and Curatorial Affairs at the Arthur Ross Gallery, will convene current and prospective members of ArtTable—the foremost organization dedicated to advancing gender parity in visual arts leadership—to foster new connections and engaging conversations. Light refreshments will be served.

5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Fisher Fine Arts Library, 220 S. 34th St.

6/14

Rose Garden Celebration Weekend

Rose garden view with ornamental planters.

Visitors will celebrate the Rose Garden with story time, arts and crafts, and science-related fun! Participants will explore human relationships with roses, including their herbal properties, common myths about them, and why they’re important at the Morris Arboretum. The program will also share information about the Arboretum’s new, organic approaches to pest control in the Rose Garden. Free with Penn ID.

All Day

Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E Northwestern Ave.

6/14

The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem

Morris Arboretum plants and stream looking into a field of green.

This tour investigates native plants and trees in the natural lands area near the Wissahickon Creek. The program includes a brief history of the area and describes the importance of wetland ecosystems for plants, trees, and wildlife. Visitors are advised to wear walking or hiking shoes. Free with Penn ID.

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E. Northwestern Ave.

7/25

Open Studio: The Post Office Turns 250

Grey mail slots are full of letters and other post

Participants will celebrate the 250th birthday of the U.S. Post Office by making mail. Visitors can use the letterpress to print a quote from the first postmaster general Benjamin Franklin and pull from the Common Press’s rubber stamp collections to create mail art. Registration is required.

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Fisher Fine Arts Library, 220 S. 34th St.