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‘Rewilding Philadelphia’ greening project brings pocket forest to Kensington (WHYY, June 30, 2026)

Urban trees aren’t just nice, scientists say — they’re mandatory (Grist, July 1, 2026)

New Power Plants for Data Centers Would Significantly Increase Pennsylvania’s Climate Pollution (Inside Climate News, July 2, 2026)

Philadelphia Water Department released the 2025 Water Quality Report. Scroll through for information about where water comes from, how PWD is addressing specific concerns like PFAS and lead pipes, and other frequently asked questions.

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July Plant Swap
Tuesday, July 7 from 6 – 7 p.m.
South Street Pop Up Garden, 1438 South Street
Bring plants, plant cuttings, or any garden-related items (i.e., books, tools, vegetables from your garden, etc.), meet fellow garden enthusiasts, and go home as a new plant parent!

José Ortiz-Pagán’s Verde mas Profundo (Even Deeper Green)
Saturday, July 11 from 6 – 8 p.m.
ESSSSS, 2309 Emerald Street
Join us for a meal and a performance by José Ortiz-Pagán developed in response to the mural Forest Green (1996) by Ras Malik at The Emerald Wildflower Garden.

Nature and Poetry
Saturday, July 11 from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Discovery Center, 3401 Reservoir Drive
This is a free event with live music, free refreshments and gifts – hosted by Amani! Staff from Audubon Mid-Atlantic is also available to talk about the history of the site and provide a brief tour of the conservation efforts taking place in this natural site. Open Mic sign ups start at 6:30pm and are on a first come first serve basis.

Second Saturday Guided Hike: Birdwatching with Troy Bynum
Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. – noon
Ohio House, 4700 States Drive
We’ll hike around multiple spots in West Fairmount Park that serve as sanctuaries and feeding grounds for different bird species. Troy will guide our eyes and ears as we look and listen for birds in both the open and forested areas of the park.

RiverFest
Sunday, July 12 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Avenue
Join us for our annual Riverfest event! There will be open boating on the Poquessing Creek and Delaware River. On land, enjoy hands-on environmental and arts activities.

Moth Night at Norris Square Park
Monday, July 13 at 8 p.m.
Norris Square Park, 2100 N Howard Street
Come explore the nocturnal biodiversity of West Kensington at Moth night! We’ll gather and set up a sheet with UV lights that will attract insects. 

Plan ahead 

Community Level Disaster Response
Thursday, July 16 at 2 p.m.

Outdoors Online: Curious Caterpillars
Thursday, July 16 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Printing with Plants Art Workshop
Saturday, July 18 from 10 a.m. – noon