The Green City Teachers training program is designed to provide Philadelphia educators with the skills necessary to integrate horticultural and environmental education into curricula, after-school programs, and service-learning projects—and to help students appreciate the role of nature in their lives. The next session, “Green City Teachers: Create a School Garden,” will be held Wednesday, June… [Read more…]
Are you a bird lover? From warblers to chickens to hawks, the wide world of birds is much-discussed in this month’s compilation of gardening and greening events in the Philadelphia region. You can even tour the home of bird-enthusiast John James Audubon on a trip sponsored by the Morris Arboretum. Click here to learn about… [Read more…]
Get ready for Love Your Park Week, eight days dedicated to cleaning, greening, and celebrating Philadelphia parks from May 12 – 19, 2012. Whether you’re interested in service projects, fun events, educational programs, family activities, or tours, there is something for everyone. And with 100-plus participating locations, you won’t have to travel too far either.… [Read more…]
Heads up, parents! The next few weeks offer several opportunities to celebrate Earth Day and discover Plant One Million with your family. First off, make like a tree and “leaf” for the library! Children and their families are encouraged to join a “tree-mendous” program featuring story, song, and more at branches of the Free Library… [Read more…]
In the year 2012, Earth Day simply doesn’t cut it. And Earth Week isn’t nearly ambitious enough. That’s right, it’s Earth Month, and it’s underway! PHS and the region are celebrating with classes, festivals, workshops, tours, and more. To see what PHS has up its sleeve, click here for the PHS online calendar. We’ve also… [Read more…]
Calling all educators! Here’s a great opportunity for your students to celebrate Earth Day with activities and exhibits related to environmental awareness. The Junior Flower Show (once called Kids Grow Expo) is a horticultural exhibition by and for school-age children (kindergarten through high school) in the greater Philadelphia region. Produced by PHS, the Junior Show… [Read more…]
May 10, 2012 by Barb
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