August 23rd, 2013
Second Thursday of Each Month
Thursday, September 12 – 7:00PM-10:00PM (Presentation at 8:15PM)
Cost: $5.00 per person, Free for Members
About Night Skies in the Observatory
Hosted by Chief Astronomer at The Franklin Institute, Derrick Pitts, the Joel N. Bloom Observatory is open late to the public and offers 5 different telescopes for you to view celestial objects in the sky, including stars, planets, nebulae, and if conditions are right, a galaxy or two. The evening includes a Fels Planetarium show and a lecture or presentation (appropriate for ages 5 and up) on an astronomical or space science topic. The Observatory is staffed with knowledgeable observers and free star maps are provided. Meet some BIG STARS on the second Thursday of each month at The Franklin Institute! Admission is $5.00. Members are free. Advance reservations are not needed. Tickets are sold on-site when you arrive.
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August 22nd, 2013
PHOTOGRAPHY COMPOSITION WORKSHOP
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2013 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Use Glen Foerd on the Delaware’s mansion and grounds as your snapshot subjects as you discover the skills and learn the tips to composing the perfect photograph. All camera types are welcome! Bring your smart phone, point and shoot, SLR or DSLR and enjoy this introduction to composition.
Cameras will not be provided. Registration and pre-payment are required. Deadline to register is October 1st.
Glen Foerd members $30.00, Non-members $35.00
For more information you can call the business office at Glen Foerd
215 632 5330 or check our online calendar at www.glenfoerd.org.
Glen Foerd on the Delaware
5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114
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August 14th, 2013
High Definition Folk Fest Pictures
Old Pool Farm, Schwenksville, PA
August 15-18, 2013
A three day extravaganza of traditional and contemporary music, dance, crafts, camping, and children’s activities will be hosted at the Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township, near Schwenksville, Pennsylvania.
The campground at the PHILADELPHIA FOLK FESTIVAL is considered the Ultimate Folk Festival Experience where jamming and camaraderie is shared during the large campfire sing after each evening concert. This is an event that you won’t want to miss!
Todd Rundgren, David Bromberg, Asleep at the Wheel, Richard Thompson Electric Trio – The Mavericks – Carolina Chocolate Drops – Jake Shimabukuro – David Uosikkinen’s In the Pocket: The Essential Songs of Philadelphia – Black Prairie – Luella & The Sun – Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band – Sierra Leone Refugee All Stars – Spirit Family Reunion – Sleepy Man Banjo Boys – The Stray Birds – Star & Micey – Otis Taylor – Caravan of Thieves – Amy Helm – Jeffrey Gaines – Gabe Butterfield – Ellis Paul – Del Barber – The Como Mamas – Burning Bridget Cleary – Andy Statman Project – Ben Vaughn – RUNA – David Francey – Frank Fairfield – Joe Crookston & the BlueBird Jubilee – The Toy Hearts – The Amigos Band – Mike ‘Slo-Mo’ Brenner – XPN Philly Local with Helen Leicht featuring Ali Wadsworth, Juston Stens and the Get Real Gang, Modern Inventors, Ginger Coyle – Aereo-Plain (w/Phil D’Agostino, Brad Hinton and more) – The Lawsuits – Toy Soldiers – Great Groove Band – Dennis Hangey – Give and Take Jugglers – and your legendary host Gene Shay!
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August 8th, 2013
POPULAR BIRD WALK RETURNS TO GLEN FOERD
Come join us on Saturday, September 28th, @ 7:00am for an enjoyable and educational walk around the grounds of Glen Foerd. The fall walk is an excellent chance to learn about area birdlife and enjoy one of the beautiful green spaces remaining in Northeast Philadelphia. The walk will be led by experienced birdwatcher and local educator Frank Windfelder. The program begins at 7:00am in the Glen Foerd mansion and ends at about 9:00am. Light breakfast will be provided. Dress casually and wear comfortable walking shoes. Binoculars are recommended.
GLEN FOERD MEMBERS – FREE
NON-MEMBERS $3.00
For more information you can call the business office at Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114
215 632 5330.
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August 6th, 2013
OCEAN CITY, NJ — Twenty-one dead dolphins have washed up on the New Jersey shore in the last month. “At this point, we don’t know the cause,” said Maggie Mooney-Seus, a spokeswoman with NOAA.
The problem is occurring all along the East Coast. Forty-four dolphins have died on Virginia beaches. In total, over 120 dead dolphins have been found.
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July 29th, 2013
July 28, 2013 was a record rainfall day for the City Of Philadelphia with over 8 inches being recorded at the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Power to the airport’s terminal A failed causing delays for many flights.
The rainfall made July the wettest July in history. June was also a record month for precipitation.
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July 28th, 2013
at The Franklin Institute
August 3,4 & 10,11
Science turns slimy, oozy, gooey, and explosive for two weekends in August during The Franklin Institute’s Mess Fest!
Our science educators have come up with some of the biggest and messiest science demonstrations that are guaranteed to amaze
and “wow.”
Shoot off alka-seltzer rockets, make and take home gooey slime, and see how far our Soap Bubble monster will spread! What happens when you combine ultra-cold liquid nitrogen with steaming hot water and 2,000 colorful balls? Stop by to find out!
The Franklin Institute
222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
215.448.1200
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July 27th, 2013
Discover American History at the Philadelphia Visitors Center
Welcome to Philadelphia! How Can We Help You?
Located in Independence National Historical Park, the Independence Visitor Center is the official visitor center of Philadelphia and the region, including Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties. Character actors, musicians and story tellers offer free entertainment and education. The Visitor Center is located adjacent to The Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.
Independence Hall
It was in the Assembly Room of this building that George Washington was appointed commander in chief of the Continental Army in 1775 and the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. In the same room the design of the American flag was agreed upon in 1777, the Articles of Confederation were adopted in 1781, and the U. S. Constitution was drafted in 1787.
To tour Independence Hall, you will need a ticket from March 1 – December 31, except July 4th and Thanksgiving Day when no tickets are required.
Free, timed tickets are available on the day of your visit at the Independence Visitor Center. Tickets can also be reserved in advance at 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov (there is a $1.50 reservation fee per ticket for tickets reserved in advance). The first tour starts at 9:00 a.m. For free, walk-up tickets, you may request tickets for any available time on the day of the visit only. A limited number of tickets are distributed to tour Independence Hall each day; therefore, ticket availability is best during the first two hours of the day (8:30 – 10:30 a.m.) If all tickets have been distributed by the time you arrive for pick up, please return to the Visitor Center the next morning at 8:30 a.m.
The Liberty Bell
The Liberty Bell’s inscription conveys a message of liberty which goes beyond the words themselves. An earlier bell for the Pennsylvania State House was cast in London, England, however, it cracked soon after it arrived in Philadelphia. Local craftsmen John Pass and John Stow cast a new bell in 1753, using metal from the English bell. The Speaker of the Pennsylvania Assembly had a Bible verse placed on the bell: “Proclaim LIBERTY throughout all the Land unto all the inhabitants thereof”(Leviticus 25:10).
As the official bell of the Pennsylvania State House (today called Independence Hall) it rang many times for public announcements. Since the bell was made, the words of the inscription have meant different things to different people. The old Pennsylvania State House bell was first called the “Liberty Bell” by a group trying to outlaw slavery. These abolitionists remembered the words on the bell and in the 1830s adopted it as a symbol of their cause. Since then, the Liberty Bell has traveled around the country and its message of liberty has been heard around the world.
Today, it silently reminds us of the power of liberty.
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July 27th, 2013
On a monthly basis, N.A. Poe’s “Panic Hour” show and Philly Norml hold a protest at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA. These pictures are from July 26, 2013.
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July 24th, 2013
Sunday, October 27th from 10 am to 4 pm
Celebrate the history of Glen Foerd on the Delaware’s cattle and crop farm at the First Annual Glen Foerd Farm Fest. Meet and greet real cows and learn about farm animals at various learning stations. Spend time on the beautiful 18-acre Delaware River estate while enjoying live music, craft show and a farmer’s market. There will even be a pie eating and “kiss the cow” contest. Children will enjoy fun activities throughout the day.
Glen Foerd Farm, which was located on the Bucks County side of the Poquessing Creek, was established in 1919. The farm was nationally recognized for the exceptional quality of its Ayrshire cattle, winning numerous milk output awards. The farm’s motto was “Six World’s Records in Six Years”. The farm also had an extensive crop farm operation, which supplied produce for the residents and servants of the grand riverfront estate.
Glen Foerd on the Delaware is the last remaining riverfront estate in Philadelphia open to the public. Its mission is to connect visitors to the legacy of the estate through programs in the arts, nature and history.
Admission to Glen Foerd Farm Fest is $5 for adults and $3 for children. Cost includes admission to the mansion and grounds. Rain date is November 3rd. For more information call 215-632-5330, or visit glenfoerd.org. Glen Foerd is located at 5001 Grant Ave, at the corner of Milnor Street, Philadelphia, PA 19114. Check us out on Facebook!
Don’t miss this fun event. We guarantee you’ll have an udder-ly enjoyable time!
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