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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160929T160000
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SUMMARY:Urban Sea Exhibit by Melissa D’Agostino
DESCRIPTION:URBAN SEA\, a site-specific textile installation and interactive experience byMelissa D’Agostino\, inspires conversation about the river’s historic role as a water mass and its future evolution based on the health of our watershed systems. Engineered to unfurl alongside the river between six of the historic pavilion columns\, URBAN SEA will showcase 60 yards of silk organza fabric hand-dyed by the artist’s itajime technique of patterned vertical lines.\n \nViewers will see the one of a kind patterned tapestries blowing with the breeze\, creating the billowing waves of an URBAN SEA.  \nURBAN SEA will be on display from Monday\, September 26 through Thursday\, September 29. Exhibit times are as follows (under the FWW Pavilion): \n\nMonday (4pm – 7pm)\nTuesday (4pm – 7pm)\nWednesday (4pm – 7pm)\nThursday (4pm – 7pm)\n\nThroughout the exhibit\, D’Agostino invites visitors to express their own thoughts of the experience at a poetry desk and drawing table. She’s also collaborated with a local letterpress maker to develop a commemorative card for URBAN SEA featuring a poem and drawing by the artist\, as a special gift for each viewer to remember and share their experience of the installation. \n 
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/urban-sea-exhibit-by-melissa-dagostino-daily-exhibit-hours-vary/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161229T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161229T190000
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SUMMARY:"Falling Waters: The Legacy of the Schuylkill Navigation" (Reception)
DESCRIPTION:Falling Waters: The Legacy of the Schuylkill Navigation\nA Culture & Conversation Exhibit by Sandy Sorlien \nOn exhibit in our Media Room and stairwell until December 30\, 2016\, during regular hours.\nClosing Reception: Thursday December 29\, 5:30-7 PM\, Gallery Talk 6:15\n\nAbout the Exhibit\nNo human endeavor has had a greater influence on the Schuylkill River than its 19th century network of dams. Yet residents of Southeastern Pennsylvania today may know little about the Schuylkill Navigation\, as most of its infrastructure is gone. There were once 32 dams\, 46 miles of slackwater pools\, 62 miles of canals\, and 120 locks. \nConstructed from 1816-1828 to tame the wild river\, the privately-owned system extended 108 miles from Fairmount to Port Carbon. Thus began a long period of human dominance of the river for our own purposes: transportation\, commerce\, power\, and recreation. Anthracite coal\, other raw materials\, and finished goods were carried on barges over this system\, literally fueling the Industrial Revolution in the Schuylkill Valley. It brought numerous factory boom towns like Norristown\, Conshohocken\, and Manayunk.  Unfortunately\, with this development came heavy pollution of Philadelphia’s drinking water source. Finally in 1947-51\, our state and federal government accomplished a massive cleanup\, the Schuylkill River Project\, dredging coal silt from the river and largely restoring its flow. \nMost of the infrastructure of the Schuylkill Navigation was demolished. But there are four remaining navigation dams\, two desilting dams\, two watered canals\, one working lock\, and numerous dam abutments\, lock ruins\, canal traces\, and silt impoundment basins. Some remnants are buried or overgrown or blocked by railways. In 2013\, photographer Sandy Sorlien began looking for them. \nAt the 200th anniversary of the Schuylkill Navigation\, this exhibition represents the first three years of Sandy’s ongoing quest to photograph all 32 dam sites on her native river. \n“Falling Waters” will be on display at the Fairmount Water Works from September 15 – December 31\, 2016. (The gallery is occasionally used for private events. Calling ahead is suggested.) \nAbout the Artist\nSandy Sorlien is a photographer\, neighborhood planner\, and watershed educator. Her photographs are in the collections of numerous institutions\, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art\, the Michener Museum\, and Haverford College. Since 2012 Sandy has been a contractor at the Fairmount Water Works\, the education arm of Philadelphia Water. She has developed several upriver dam-related programs\, including the Falling Waters tour series and the Schuylkill Dam Series geocaches. She was born and raised in the Schuylkill River watershed and lives in Roxborough near the Manayunk Canal. Sandy rows out of Bachelors Barge Club on Boathouse Row\, and watches carefully for herons\, kingfishers\, and otters – all biological indicators of a healthy river. \nAbout Culture & Conversation\nUsing art as the platform\, Culture & Conversation prompts meaningful\, thought-provoking dialogue about our environment.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/falling-waters-the-legacy-of-the-schuylkill-navigation-reception/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Lecture,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T170000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is).  \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.\n \n 
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170409T170000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/selfie-sunday-rachel-carson/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170416T170000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-2/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T210000
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SUMMARY:GoPhillyGo Goes to the Fairmount Water Works
DESCRIPTION:Join GoPhillyGo for a tour of the Fairmount Water Works followed by a happy hour and snacks. \nLearn about this award-winning urban environmental education center that dates back to the 19th century and is noted as a National Historic Landmark\, a Civil Engineering Landmark\, and National Mechanical Engineering Landmark. The tour will also include the Mussel Hatchery Exhibition. This event is free\, but space is limited. So\, registration is recommended. \nFollowing the tour\, refreshments will be available (21+ to drink). Vegetarian and vegan friendly. \nFWW is located on the east bank of the Schuylkill River between historic Boat House Row and the Philadelphia Museum of Art at 640 Waterworks Dr. FWW is located on the east bank of the Schuylkill River between historic Boat House Row and the Philadelphia Museum of Art at 640 Waterworks Dr. Don’t worry about parking! The Fairmount Water Works is easily accessible by public transit\, bike and foot. Use GoPhillyGo.org to plan your car-free trip.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/gophillygo-goes-to-the-fairmount-water-works/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Social,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T174650Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-3/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T175053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165422Z
UID:7498-1493557200-1493571600@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-4/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165422Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-5/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165422Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-6/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170322T203123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165421Z
UID:7454-1495274400-1495281600@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Watering Manayunk: Some Parks\, a Canal\, and a Tank
DESCRIPTION:Watering Manayunk: Some Parks\, a Canal\, and a Tank\nIn partnership with the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Love Your Park Week\, the Fairmount Water Works is offering this special tour! \nThis special park tour has two parts. Do just the first hour\, or both. \nWe’ll visit the new Venice Island Recreation Center with its green-\nroofed stormwater tank\, river-themed art\, and beautiful spray park. See the intact Lock 69 at the outlet of the Manayunk Canal\, which was built in 1819 when Manayunk was barely a settlement\, and the towpath linear park. \nIn the second hour we’ll walk uphill to the new Cynwyd Trail\, just opened in 2015 atop the Manayunk Railroad Bridge\, for a spectacular view of the canal and river. How did the canal take us almost 200 years later to the need for a stormwater tank? Hear the story from Manayunk resident Sandy Sorlien\, a watershed educator and expert in the Schuylkill Navigation system. Optional: stick around for lunch or shopping on Main Street\, or view the peregrine falcons of Pretzel Park. \nPart I has about a mile of easy walking; add 2 miles round-trip for Part II. \nParking: lot at Venice Island \nTrain: SEPTA Norristown line to Manayunk Station \nThis is a FREE tour\, but registration is required.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/watering-manayunk-some-parks-a-canal-and-a-tank/
LOCATION:Venice Island Performing Arts & Recreation Center\, 7 Lock Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165421Z
UID:7501-1495371600-1495386000@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-7/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165421Z
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SUMMARY:Selfie Sunday: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/selfie-sunday-rachel-carson-2/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170601T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170601T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170322T201405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T162110Z
UID:7447-1496327400-1496334600@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:River Reimagined: A Land and Water Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Fairmount Water Works\, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions\, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works\, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden\, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board one of Patriot Harbor Lines‘ boats for a 1-hour narrated cruise. \nPLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather\, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/river-reimagined-4/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165421Z
UID:7503-1496581200-1496595600@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-8/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170611T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165421Z
UID:7504-1497186000-1497200400@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-9/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165421Z
UID:7505-1497790800-1497805200@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-10/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170331T180813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165421Z
UID:7506-1498395600-1498410000@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Selfie: Rachel Carson
DESCRIPTION:Take your photo with a renowned scientist – taking the history of science to a new dimension (2-D that is). \nThis quarter\, come take your picture with a full-size image of Rachel Carson standing with her binoculars\, observing the natural world. On the main floor of the FWW\, and learn about her contributions to launching the modern environmental movement\, in particular with a copy of Silent Spring\, the book that awakened the concern of Americans for the environment. \nAbout Rachel Carson \n\nBorn May 27\, 1907\, in Springdale\, PA.\nWorld renowned marine biologist\, author\, and environmentalist.\nServed as editor-in-chief for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.\nBest known for her fourth book\, Silent Spring\, which alerted the world to the environmental impact of fertilizers and pesticides and has been credited with launching the contemporary environmental movement and awakening the concern of Americans for the environment.\nAppointed a junior aquatic biologist with the Bureau of Fisheries and became one of only two women then employed with the Bureau at a professional level (1936).\nTestified before a Congressional committee after the federal government ordered a complete review of its pesticide policy.  As a direct result\, DDT was banned (1963).\nThe Fish & Wildlife Service named one of its refuges near Carson’s summer home on the coast of Maine as the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge to honor the memory of this extraordinary woman (1969).\nRemembered as an early activist who worked to preserve the world for future generations.\n\nTake a selfie with this environmental she-ro\, and share it on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram\, using the hashtag #FWWDiscover.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/sunday-selfie-rachel-carson-11/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170713T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170713T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170322T201958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T162110Z
UID:7449-1499956200-1499963400@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:River Reimagined: A Land and Water Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Fairmount Water Works\, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions\, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works\, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden\, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board one of Patriot Harbor Lines‘ boats for a 1-hour narrated cruise. \nPLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather\, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/river-reimagined-a-land-and-water-tour/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170727T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170727T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170322T202045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T162110Z
UID:7450-1501165800-1501173000@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:River Reimagined: A Land and Water Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Fairmount Water Works\, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions\, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works\, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden\, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board one of Patriot Harbor Lines‘ boats for a 1-hour narrated cruise. \nPLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather\, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/river-reimagined-a-land-and-water-tour-2/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170810T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170810T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170322T202142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T162110Z
UID:7451-1502375400-1502382600@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:River Reimagined: A Land and Water Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Fairmount Water Works\, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions\, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works\, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden\, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board one of Patriot Harbor Lines‘ boats for a 1-hour narrated cruise. \nPLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather\, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/river-reimagined-a-land-and-water-tour-3/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170322T202223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T162110Z
UID:7452-1503585000-1503592200@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:River Reimagined: A Land and Water Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Fairmount Water Works\, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions\, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works\, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden\, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board one of Patriot Harbor Lines‘ boats for a 1-hour narrated cruise. \nPLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather\, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/river-reimagined-a-land-and-water-tour-4/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170907T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170907T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20170322T202312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T162110Z
UID:7453-1504794600-1504801800@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:River Reimagined: A Land and Water Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Fairmount Water Works\, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions\, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works\, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden\, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board one of Patriot Harbor Lines‘ boats for a 1-hour narrated cruise. \nPLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather\, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/river-reimagined-a-land-and-water-tour-5/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20171006T175606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165420Z
UID:7734-1509033600-1509040800@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour of the Fairmount Water Works
DESCRIPTION:Eye-level with the Schuylkill\, you’ll walk the same underground paths as a royal family and Olympic swimmers during a behind-the-scenes look at  one of Philadelphia’s first tourist destinations. Hear about this landmark that pioneered engineering\, tourism\, and environmental awareness in Philadelphia. \nThis is a hard-hat tour\, and may not be accessible for all of our visitors. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended. \nRegistration is free\, but space is limited. \n 
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-the-fairmount-water-works/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20171016T185728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165419Z
UID:7760-1509811200-1509818400@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:The Quiet Circus: River Charrette 4
DESCRIPTION:Philadelphia Contemporary and Headlong are revisiting the path of the city’s watershed\, urban expansion and cultural heritage. Join a silent Walk into Fairmount Water Works’ hidden\, underground natatorium and witness a Performance and post performance Conversation. We will explore the correlations between society and its environment and will rethink topics around diversity\, sustainability and consciousness\, and you! Register here… \nAfter the conversation\, audience members are invited to a gathering with hot drinks\, celebrating the fourth River Charrette.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/the-quiet-circus-river-charrette-4/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20171027T150639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165418Z
UID:7771-1510848000-1510851600@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Fairmount Water Works: Inside & Out
DESCRIPTION:Tour the Fairmount Water Works – a National Historic Landmark\, Civil Engineering Landmark\, and National Mechanical Engineering Landmark – beginning outdoors on the grounds (weather permitting). FWW’s tour guide extraordinaire\, Ken Hinde\, will then take you inside the Revival buildings for a journey into today’s interpretive center\, connecting the Water Works’ past and present purpose. \nAttendees also have the opportunity to sit in the intimate Engine House Theater and see an award-winning 15-minute film on the site’s important role in Philadelphia’s history before touring exhibit areas on their own. \nSpace is limited\, so register today. 
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/fairmount-water-works-inside-out-4/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Lecture,Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20171027T151802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165417Z
UID:7782-1513267200-1513270800@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:The Historic Fairmount Water Works: Inside & Out
DESCRIPTION:Tour the Fairmount Water Works – a National Historic Landmark\, Civil Engineering Landmark\, and National Mechanical Engineering Landmark – beginning outdoors on the grounds (weather permitting). FWW’s tour guide extraordinaire\, Ken Hinde\, will then take you inside the Revival buildings for a journey into today’s interpretive center\, connecting the Water Works’ past and present purpose. \nAttendees also have the opportunity to sit in the intimate Engine House Theater and see an award-winning 15-minute film on the site’s important role in Philadelphia’s history before touring exhibit areas on their own. \nSpace is limited\, so register today. 
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/the-historic-fairmount-water-works-inside-out/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Lecture,Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20180119T150542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165417Z
UID:7873-1516903200-1516910400@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Learn a River's Name
DESCRIPTION:FWW watershed educator and photographer Sandy Sorlien\, will be featured with other local artists during this special exhibit at Schuylkill Center on January 25th!
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/learn-a-rivers-name/
LOCATION:The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education\, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20180301T160455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165417Z
UID:7948-1519891200-1519923600@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:Choose Your Own Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Do you ever look back at key moments in history and think\, “I would’ve made a better choice”? We’ll test that assumption using a real-world scenario with local roots. \nPhiladelphia\, 1896: Typhoid fever has been running rampant in the city. The last few decades have seen nearly 16\,000 deaths from the terrible disease. Health professionals say polluted water is to blame\, but anticontagionists contend the water is pure and safe. \nAdd to that the manufacturing industries that have brought about a near environmental catastrophe by draining their waste into Philadelphia’s waterways\, and you have everything you need for a lively debate about how to make the city’s water safe. But what’s the best solution? Should the city build an expensive filtration plant or invest in a more cost-effective aqueduct system? \nJoin the Chemical Heritage Foundation for an after-hours gaming adventure where you’ll get to step into someone else’s shoes\, and—using your wits\, luck\, and all the best information available to you at that moment in history—see where your choices land you! \nAfterward\, toast to your success (or failure)\, and learn more about the history of Philadelphia’s waterways with representatives from the Fairmount Water Works. \nTickets for this event are $10 per person\, and registration is required. \nFor more information about this event\, contact Alexis Pedrick at 215.873.8293 or apedrick@sciencehistory.org. \nThis program is presented in partnership with the Fairmount Water Works\, as part of the upcoming Grid and Flow exhibition.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/choose-your-own-adventure/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Lecture,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T191613
CREATED:20180130T155254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T165417Z
UID:7899-1520524800-1520528400@fairmountwaterworks.org
SUMMARY:The Historic Fairmount Water Works: Inside & Out
DESCRIPTION:Tour the Fairmount Water Works – a National Historic Landmark\, Civil Engineering Landmark\, and National Mechanical Engineering Landmark – beginning outdoors on the grounds (weather permitting). FWW’s tour guide extraordinaire\, Ken Hinde\, will then take you inside the Revival buildings for a journey into today’s interpretive center\, connecting the Water Works’ past and present purpose. \nAttendees also have the opportunity to sit in the intimate Engine House Theater and see an award-winning 15-minute film on the site’s important role in Philadelphia’s history before touring exhibit areas on their own. \nBe sure to register for this free tour today… space is limited.
URL:https://fairmountwaterworks.org/event/the-historic-fairmount-water-works-inside-out-5/
LOCATION:Fairmount Water Works\, 640 Water Works Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Social,Tour
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR