BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Philadelphia Yearly Meeting - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.pym.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Philadelphia Yearly Meeting REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260310T182837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T182837Z UID:110131-1777852800-1783209599@www.pym.org SUMMARY:#FreedomWalk2026 DESCRIPTION:#FreedomWalk2026\n\n\n\n\n“We Make the Path by Walking It” –inspired by Antonio Machado\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA modern-day retracing of the Underground Railroad to Canada\, on the 30th anniversary of historian Anthony Michael Cohen’s 1996 walk.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n#FreedomWalk2026 is an 8-week long travelling commemoration of the Underground Railroad\, where participants will retrace the route to freedom in the footsteps of 19th century self-liberators. This once-in-a-lifetime event will be led by The Menare Foundation\, Inc. in partnership with Coming to the Table and Restorative Justice for Oakland Youth during the nation’s Semiquincentennial commemoration in 2026. He has a traveling minute from Sandy Springs Meeting in Maryland. \nWalk Map and Dates (scroll down) \n\n\nThere are many ways to participate in #FreedomWalk2026 whether in person or remotely. See their different options below & the associate linked forms. \n\nOur walk team\, led by historian Anthony Cohen—who first walked the route in 1996—will trek 750 miles journey by foot\, boat and rail using modes of transport of the original freedom seekers. The walk will launch from Sandy Spring\, MD on May 4\, 2026\, on the 30th anniversary of the original walk\, and conclude in Ontario\, Canada on July 4\, 2026. \nEach week we will establish our base of operation in a different city along the way\, where we will co-host events with local communities around the themes of history and community empowerment. Events will include teach-ins\, service projects\, lectures\, installations and tours as well as opportunities for the public to walk with our team. \nThe Harriet Tubman Journey to Freedom statue\, depicting the famed abolitionist on a harrowing rescue mission\, will also accompany the walk. The large bronze sculpture\, designed in 2019 by artist Wesley Wofford\, evokes our nation’s ceaseless struggle for freedom\, and will serve as a focal point for participants to reflect\, engage and unite. \nThe 740-mile walk is a collaboration between The Menare Foundation and Coming to the Table | Taking America Beyond the Legacy of Enslavementas a learning and service journey – a way of engaging communities in public history\, dialogue\, and civic reflection. \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Walk\nJoin the Journey \nWalk Media\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport or Join the Walk\nBASE STATIONS \n If you can help us secure housing in these locations we want to hear from you. Base Stations will be established in the following cities: Maryland-Sandy Spring and Baltimore; Pennsylvania-Philadelphia; New York-Poughkeepsie\, Albany\, Utica\, Syracuse\, Rochester\, Buffalo and Niagara Falls. \nCOMMUNITY ACTIVATIONS/WEEKEND PROGRAMS\nCommunity Activations are weekend events held at each Base Station city along the walk. Activations will include presentations\, community walks\, art\, performance\, service projects and a chance to meet the Walk Team. Check the list to see if you live in or near a Base Station city and fill out the form to help organize an Activation Day.\n\n\nGRANT A WISH\nTravelers on the Underground Railroad often made the journey with little more than the clothes on their backs. With your help we strive to be well-prepared when taking to the road in 2026. View our Wish List to see how you can contribute to the success of the walk.\n\n\nJOIN THE JOURNEY\nJoin the Journey as a Companion Walker during select times along the 8-week journey. The Walk Team will travel an average of 12 miles per day and up to 6 days each week. The experience will be rigorous but we welcome you to come out and put your best foot forward.\n\n\nSOLIDARITY EVENTS\nSolidarity Events are your way to support the project in locations not directly on the walk route. Host an event\, program or solidarity walk in your own hometown and let us know how you honored the Underground Railroad. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/freedomewalk2026/ CATEGORIES:Addressing Racism Witness,Peace & Social Justice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FreedomWalk_Banner3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20251003T180957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T184903Z UID:88136-1778860800-1779022800@www.pym.org SUMMARY:2026 Annual Spiritual Formation Retreat DESCRIPTION:Leaning into Healing for Ourselves and the World\n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n The Spiritual Formation Collaborative of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting warmly invites you to a weekend dedicated to spiritual and emotional healing. The past year has brought many of us pain and grief due to changing circumstances\, and our time together will provide a precious opportunity to acknowledge our losses and seek healing. Throughout the weekend\, we will offer a variety of activities designed to nourish and restore us\, including worship\, poetry\, music\, creative movement\, guided meditation\, and healing practices. These activities will take place in both small and large groups. There also will be personal time for meditation and journaling. Additionally\, there will be moments for uninterrupted peace amidst the beauty of nature. \nWe will gather on Friday evening for dinner and stay at Pendle Hill’s Brinton House Conference Center\, a beautiful Quaker retreat that spans 25 acres and includes a surrounding arboretum. The accommodations are comfortable\, and the meals are homemade with local organic ingredients\, catering to all dietary needs. Our time together will conclude on Sunday after worship and lunch. \nPlease join us for this meaningful time together to help empower us to continue leaning into the much-needed work of spiritual and emotional healing in our struggling world. \n\nWe are pleased to provide an opportunity to gather at Pendle Hill in Wallingford\, Pennsylvania\, a beautiful Quaker Retreat Center on 24 acres. \n$285 for 2 overnights and 6 meals \n$160 for day use  refreshments and 6 meals \nIf you are unable to pay the full fee please contact Susan at the information below.  We want to be sure no one is turned away due the lack of funds \n  \nHave questions about the program? Please contact \nSusan Thompson Cell 267-847-6396 | Email srthom1031@gmail.com \nor \nGeorge Saloom Cell 610-306-0252| Email georgesalloom@hotmail.com \n  \n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration deadline: April 3\, 2026.  No refunds after April 3\, 2026 URL:https://www.pym.org/event/2026-annual-spiritual-formation-retreat/ LOCATION:Pendle Hill\, Brinton House\, 321 Plush Mill Rd\, Wallingford\, 19086\, United States CATEGORIES:PYM Collaboratives,Retreat,Young Adult Friends ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Picture2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Spiritual Formation Collaborative":MAILTO:ssrthom1031@gmail.com GEO:39.910682;-75.378169 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pendle Hill Brinton House 321 Plush Mill Rd Wallingford 19086 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=321 Plush Mill Rd:geo:-75.378169,39.910682 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T153000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183904Z UID:111345-1778925600-1778945400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Day of Silence DESCRIPTION:Join Sadsbury Friends as we have a silent retreat in our 1747 Meeting House and on the grounds. Verbal orientation at 10:00 a.m. then speechless until 3:00 p.m when we gather for worship sharing. Bring a bag lunch to enjoy in our community room or outdoors (weather permitting). URL:https://www.pym.org/event/day-of-silence/ LOCATION:Sadsbury Friends Meeting\, 1089 Simmontown Rd\, Gap\, PA\, 17527\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat,Worship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sadsbury-Meeting-House.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connie Webster":MAILTO:cwebster3615@comcast.net GEO:39.970851;-75.9907473 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sadsbury Friends Meeting 1089 Simmontown Rd Gap PA 17527 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1089 Simmontown Rd:geo:-75.9907473,39.970851 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260416T143233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T143233Z UID:110791-1778936400-1778947200@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Faith\, Friendship & Freedom: A Historical & Musical Tribute To the Underground Railroad DESCRIPTION:Before there was freedom… there was faith.\nOn May 16th\, we honor that journey. \nJoin Burlington Quaker Meeting House for Faith\, Friendship & Freedom – A historical and musical tribute to the Underground Railroad. \nFeaturing:\n🌟 The Harriet Tubman Journey to Freedom Traveling Exhibit\n📖 Powerful storytelling by renowned historian Anthony Cohen\n🎶 A live gospel performance\n🖤 Cultural Vendors \n📅 1PM–4PM | Burlington\, NJ\nFREE & open to the public URL:https://www.pym.org/event/faith-friendship-freedom-a-historical-musical-tribute-to-the-underground-railroad/ LOCATION:Burlington Meeting House and Conference Center\, 340 High St.\, Burlington\, 08016\, Andorra ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/670730350_1592358109562045_3691202198453608267_n.jpg GEO:40.0781773;-74.8588913 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Burlington Meeting House and Conference Center 340 High St. Burlington 08016 Andorra;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=340 High St.:geo:-74.8588913,40.0781773 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T153000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T184139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T184139Z UID:110665-1778940000-1778945400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Christ in the Stranger and the Outcast DESCRIPTION:This session explores the themes of the stranger and the outcast through the stories of Friends working within Asylum and Refugee advocacy across three Yearly Meetings. The session is an opportunity for Friends to explore together our shared Quaker understanding of justice\, hospitality and care. PYM General Secretary Chris Mohr will be one of the speakers\, addressing the PYM lawsuit. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/christ-in-the-stranger-and-the-outcast/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Addressing Racism Witness ORGANIZER;CN="Pendle Hill":MAILTO:info@pendlehill.org GEO:41.2033216;-77.1945247 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183905Z UID:111318-1778950800-1778958000@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Historic Fair Hill Spring Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Spring Celebration! Hosted at the beautiful Taller Puertorriqueño\, it’s a time to come together with neighbors\, volunteers\, and supporters to highlight all of the good work going on in our community. All proceeds will directly benefit our work to promote childhood literacy\, alleviate food insecurity\, and share a peaceful green space with our neighbors. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/historic-fair-hill-spring-celebration/ LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueño\, 2600 N. 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19133 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/may-16-event-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Fair Hill":MAILTO:info@historicfairhill.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183907Z UID:111299-1778950800-1778958000@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Historic Fair Hill Spring Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Spring Celebration! Hosted at the beautiful Taller Puertorriqueño\, it’s a time to come together with neighbors\, volunteers\, and supporters to highlight all of the good work going on in our community. All proceeds will directly benefit our work to promote childhood literacy\, alleviate food insecurity\, and share a peaceful green space with our neighbors. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/historic-fair-hill-spring-celebration-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/spring-celebration.png ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Fair Hill":MAILTO:info@historicfairhill.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T210000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260330T150103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T150103Z UID:110462-1778950800-1778965200@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Young Adult Friends: Spring Potluck & Game Night! DESCRIPTION:Calling Young Adult Friends and Seekers (ages 18-35) to gather for a Spring Potluck and Game Night\nSaturday\, May 16th beginning at 5pm in Richboro\, PA.\nThe address will be shared with you as we get closer to the date of the event. In the registration form below\, please note what dish or beverage you will be bringing to the potluck\, and any food allergies/restrictions you may have. \n\nBring a dish and a game you want to share.\nThe closest public transportation is from the Warminster Train Station (Regional Rail). Please note in your registration if you will need a pick up from there or if you need to be connected to the carpool list.\nPlease note that there WILL be alcohol present at this event. We have included the YAF Alcohol Policy below.\n\n“The Young Adults Friends community of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting accepts that alcohol consumption may occur at select social events (such as a happy hour or quiz night.) Any such social event will be open and welcoming to all YAFs throughout our age range (18-35)\, regardless of whether or not YAFs are able or choose to consume alcohol. All attendees are expected to follow the law; those under 21 will not consume alcohol at YAF events. The YAF community will work together to hold each other accountable and maintain a safe\, responsible\, and respectful social environment. As we continue to deepen our fellowship with one another\, we can use this policy to grow a Young Adult Friends community that is inclusive\, safe\, and intentional.” \nIf you have any questions\, please email Claire Kinnel at ckinnel@pym.org. \n\n\n \n \n Potluck Registration Form\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Phone Number(Required)Email(Required)What food dish or beverage will you be bringing? Please do NOT bring anything with peanuts or tree nuts.(Required)Please list your food allergies and/or restrictions. If you don't have any\, please note "N/A."(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.pym.org/event/yaf-spring-potluck-2026/ CATEGORIES:Young Adult Friends ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T184137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T184137Z UID:111218-1779019200-1779026400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Movie "Citizen George" with George Lakey Q&A DESCRIPTION:At Haverford Friends Meeting from 12-2 in the Forum Room\, watch the documentary of George Lakey’s life\, “Citizen George”. A light lunch will be served. After the movie\, George Lakey will field questions and sign his book\, Dancing with History: a life for peace and justice. Books available for $20. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/movie-citizen-george-with-george-lakey-qa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T143000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183909Z UID:111237-1779019200-1779028200@www.pym.org SUMMARY:"Citizen George" film\, Q&A with George Lakey DESCRIPTION:Haverford Friends Meeting’s Peace & Social Concerns subcommittee will show “Citizen George”\, depicting George Lakey’s life for peace & justice. George Lakey will answer questions afterwards on both the film and his book. Copies of his book\, Dancing with History: a life for peace and justice\, will be available to buy. \nLight lunch provided. \nLocated at Haverford Meeting Forum Room\, 855 Buck Lane\, Haverford\, PA. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/citizen-george-film-qa-with-george-lakey/ ORGANIZER;CN="Meg Lytton":MAILTO:drmlytton@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183907Z UID:111289-1779022800-1779037200@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Writing as a Spiritual Practice with Emily Savin DESCRIPTION:An afternoon workshop using writing to learn from the divine spark in ourselves and others\, with Emily Savin.     \nIn this workshop we will learn from the divine spark in ourselves\, and bear witness to that in others\, through guided writing exercises in a playful and worshipful space. Writing as a spiritual practice is an individual act that can open us up to unexpected wisdom from within. Like silent worship\, it takes on beautiful new dimensions in community. Witnessing each other’s writing allows us to glimpse the that-of-God in one another and in ourselves\, an experience that can be inspiring\, moving\, funny\, and surprising. Many of us carry wounding around writing\, and have had our creativity damaged by critical words and red ink “corrections.” Reluctant writers are particularly invited to this workshop\, as this is a space in which anxious writers often find confidence. Other people who are warmly invited include confident writers\, joyful writers\, blocked writers\, writers who don’t dare call themselves writers\, neurodivergent writers\, writers whose first language is not English\, writers who don’t like to sit still\, and you.  URL:https://www.pym.org/event/writing-as-a-spiritual-practice-with-emily-savin/ LOCATION:Pendle Hill\, 339 Plush Mill Road\, Wallingford\, 19086\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/c-2002-Leif-Skoogfors-Journaling_001.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pendle Hill":MAILTO:info@pendlehill.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T213000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260217T165535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T165535Z UID:109382-1779220800-1779226200@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Third Tuesdays: Protect\, Resist and Build with AFSC DESCRIPTION:Monthly webinar series that brings together AFSC constituents to learn about how to protect\, resist\, and build just peace\, just migration\, and just economies. \nThird Tuesday of every month at 8pm ET/ 7pm CT/ 5pm PT. \nIf you are registering from outside the US please use the zip code 19102. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/third-tuesdays-protect-resist-and-build-with-afsc-2/2026-05-19/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/3t_mobilize_20241217200200486301.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Friends Service Committee":MAILTO:events@afsc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T203000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260212T161349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T161349Z UID:109281-1779391800-1779395400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Welcome to Quakerism DESCRIPTION:Adult Religious Education Program for New Attenders\nPhiladelphia Quarterly Meeting is offering a new adult religious education series designed especially for newcomers. \nSessions will take place on the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM via Zoom (the same Zoom link is used for all sessions). \nZoom link for all sessions: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82404305161 or use meeting ID: 824 0430 5161 \nProgram Highlights: \n\nThe series is designed to be accessible: no advance reading or homework is required.\nSessions include a mix of local speakers\, QuakerSpeak videos\, and small group discussions.\nThe four-session series will be repeated three times\, so newcomers can join at any point and still experience each topic.\n\nSchedule for this final cycle: \n\nFebruary 19: Meeting for Worship\nMarch 19: Quaker Decision Making\nApril 16: 10 Peculiar Things You Should Know About Quakers\nMay 21: Beyond Sunday Morning. (This session will rotate topics such as spiritual practices\, Quaker activism\, and the wider Quaker world.)\n\nMeetings can be attended individually\, and all are welcome to join. Meetings may be attended from home or by gathering for a “watch party” at someone’s house or meetinghouse. \nVisit philadelphiaquarter.org for more information. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/welcome-to-quakerism-8/2026-05-21/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/e2545d05-1f0f-4cb9-1071-a4666eae1ec6.png ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia Quarterly Meeting":MAILTO:pqmcoordinator@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260306T205117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T141852Z UID:109981-1779609600-1780246800@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Restoring Ourselves and the World: A Sustainability Sojourn in the Mexican Cloud Forest DESCRIPTION:A Magical Journey into healing and spiritual ecology in one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems \nWhy? \nPersonal healing and planetary healing cannot be separated. Participants will immerse themselves in nature to awaken an awareness of the interdependence of our earthly home\, using that awareness to discover the ecosystem within our own hearts\, longing for restoration.  An extraordinary week for anyone seeking to discover the miraculous all around us and to rejuvenate mind\, body and spirit. \nThe week will focus on simplicity\, living on a solar budget\, ecological restoration\, feeding our souls\, and seeing the divine in the natural world. We will observe and participate in local projects in reforestation\, sustainable agriculture\, and alternative technologies. We will enjoy hikes in the cloud forest\, planting trees\, bonfires\, and worship by the river. Participants will explore how environmental stewardship and social and economic justice work hand in hand through the Work that Reconnects (Joanna Macy). We are privileged to have the Mexican leadership trained by Joanna Macy joining us for half of the sojourn. \nThe daily schedule will include opportunities for Qi Gong\, yoga\, meditation and personal reflection. Workshop sessions will tap into the Eight Pillars of Joy (the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu) and Quaker teachings. \nWho? \nThe sojourn is being sponsored by the Eco-Justice Collaborative of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting and led by Quakers Alan Wright and Paula Kline\, (former Westtown School faculty). For more than 15 years\, they led the Quaker Environmental Youth Leadership Workcamp in Mexico. In 2017\, Alan and Paula co-founded the Center for Spiritual Ecology in Huatusco\, Mexico.   They have worked together in Meso-America since 1984 promoting social justice\, sustainable living and eco-system restoration. They have successfully regenerated more than 200 acres of the native cloud forest ecosystem. In addition\, participants will meet with local Mexicans and their families seeking to be examples of sustainable living. \nWhere? \nThe week will be spent at the Center for Spiritual Ecology outside Huatusco\, Veracruz\, Mexico. The Center\, known as Ashram del Bosque\, offers a unique space for learning\, growth and healing. With the cloud forest as our teacher\, we seek to establish a harmonious relationship with the natural world in a practical and lighthearted way\, while taking concrete actions to reverse climate change. The vision that drives us is nourished by Quaker values and the legacy of those who have sought a more humane\, wise and peaceful society. \nOur time will unfold in both the forest and the stunning octagonal worship and learning space nestled into the side of the forest. Lovingly built with all natural materials\, it uses eco-technologies that protect our air and water. \nAs we share intimate meals of organic\, local vegetarian Mexican cuisine\, we will build community and hope for the future. Return home renewed and refreshed. \nHow to register \nPlease complete this form to register for the Sojourn. For more information you can write to Paula Kline at kline.paula@gmail.com \nHow much? \nCost: $1100.00 (excludes airfare to Veracruz airport\, travel to the site from the airport and meals on travel days) Includes meals and snacks on site\, hospitality\, programs by a number of workshop leaders and registration for The Work that Reconnects. Full payment is due April 30th. \nREGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrmNc683mgmOnA34BPGLCSgXqdE0il1ongWUO_VkEGfV_tkw/viewform URL:https://www.pym.org/event/restoring-ourselves-and-the-world-a-sustainability-sojourn-in-the-mexican-cloud-forest/ CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Spirituality ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Picture1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T203000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260513T153743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T153813Z UID:111435-1779908400-1779913800@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion – A Tender Time: Quaker Voices on the End of Life DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about your own aging or accompanying a family member\, friend or meeting member as they journey through aging to dying?  Are you wondering what Friends have to say about these stages? \nWe will explore one chapter at each session. You can attend all 6 or just the ones that speak to you.  Sessions will be on Zoom to be more accessible.  The first chapter is Completing Your Life: Spirit-led Aging. \n“From the Baltimore Yearly Meeting’s End of Life Working Group\, A Tender Time is a unique collection of Quaker voices\, historical and contemporary\, that explores practical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of aging and dying well. It moves in widening circles\, from aging to dying\, and from primary caregiver to friends to the whole faith community. It illustrates how individual Friends make end of life decisions guided by the Spirit and Quaker values.” (Pendle Hill Bookstore description) \nLearn more at: https://www.quakersbucks.org/events/book-discussion-a-tender-time-quaker-voices-on-the-end-of-life URL:https://www.pym.org/event/book-discussion-a-tender-time-quaker-voices-on-the-end-of-life/ CATEGORIES:Aging Services,Families,Ministry and Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Tender-Time.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bucks Quarterly Meeting":MAILTO:quakersbucks@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260105T170216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T184902Z UID:102272-1780041600-1780246800@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Geography of Change DESCRIPTION:A Forest Retreat for Navigating Life Transitions\nwith Valerie Brown\nOn Campus | In Person May 29-31\, 2026 \nBen Lomond Quaker Retreat Center\, Santa Cruz Mountains\, Northern California \nLife transitions often arrive without clear direction. Changes in work\, identity\, relationships\, health\, or an inner sense of calling can leave us uncertain about how to move forward. Set among the redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains\, Geography of Change offers space to slow down\, listen deeply\, and reconnect with what matters most. \nAttending to body\, mind\, and spirit\, the retreat supports personal and professional integrity and the courage to lean into action. Guided by the belief that each person carries an inner teacher and an inner source of truth\, participants are invited to connect who they are with how they live and act. As we savor the spring beauty of the redwoods\, we will engage poetry\, prose\, music\, journaling\, gentle guided movement\, stories from diverse wisdom traditions\, and mindfulness meditation practices\, touching the seeds of transformation already present. \nWhat You Will Explore: \n\nGet grounded and renewed through the natural world.\nNavigate life’s uncertain and ambiguous moments.\nCultivate courage and trust even when you don’t feel it.\nReflect on what matters most with soul-amplifying questions\, creative practices\, small and large group dialogue and more.\nAlign your values with your work for a greater sense of purpose and meaning.\nCultivate body intelligence and body awareness.\nShow yourself real kindness through self-compassion.\nPractice self-stewardship while compassionately respecting your limits.\n\nWhat people are saying about retreats with Valerie: \n\nThis retreat provided so many excellent opportunities for inward journeys\, and identified ways that my energy\, spiritual journey was blocked.’  \n‘This retreat helped me to see more clearly the hindrances to my deepening/developing relationship to my joy and fullness.’   URL:https://www.pym.org/event/geography-of-change/ LOCATION:Ben Lomond Quaker Retreat Center\, Santa Cruz Mountains\, Northern California\, 1000 Hubbard Gulch Rd\, Ben Lomond\, CA\, 95005 CATEGORIES:Retreat,Young Adult Friends ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Casa-exterior-2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T210000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260417T145306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T145306Z UID:110799-1780081200-1780088400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Film Screening: Becoming Benjamin Lay DESCRIPTION:Becoming Benjamin Lay explores the making of the stage play about Benjamin’s life\, written by Marcus Rediker and Naomi Wallace–and actor Mark Povinelli who brought Benjamin\, to life on stage.  \nThis film is appropriate for all ages\, the screening is free and open to all. Free-will donation to Abington Meeting at the door is greatly appreciated. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/film-screening-becoming-benjamin-lay/ LOCATION:Abington Friends Meeting\, 520 Meetinghouse Rd\, Jenkintown\, PA\, 19046\, United States CATEGORIES:Addressing Racism Witness,Quaker History,Spirituality,Worship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AMM-Becoming-Ben-Lay-flyer-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Abington Friends Meeting":MAILTO:AMM@abingtonfriends.net GEO:40.085947;-75.124592 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abington Friends Meeting 520 Meetinghouse Rd Jenkintown PA 19046 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=520 Meetinghouse Rd:geo:-75.124592,40.085947 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260424T174444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T174444Z UID:111051-1780142400-1780153200@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Ye Olde Yardleyville Festival DESCRIPTION:Yardley Friends is teaming up with the Gather Place Museum and Historic AME Church to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and Yardley’s historic roots on Saturday\, May 30\, 2026\, from 12pm to 3pm. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/ye-olde-yardleyville-festival/ LOCATION:Yardley Friends Meeting\, 65 North Main St\, Yardley\, PA\, 19067 CATEGORIES:Quaker History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/041226-TL-Yardleyville-250th-festival-poster-AD-FINAL-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Yardley Friends Meeting":MAILTO:info@yardleyfriendsmeeting.org GEO:40.2435745;-74.841712 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Yardley Friends Meeting 65 North Main St Yardley PA 19067;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=65 North Main St:geo:-74.841712,40.2435745 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T180000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260409T132148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194011Z UID:110652-1780153200-1780164000@www.pym.org SUMMARY:PYM Spring Family Meetup! DESCRIPTION:Calling all PYM families!  Please join us on May 30th from 3 to 6 PM at Kennett Friends Meeting for the opportunity to gather and get to know other children and families from around PYM.  There will be an intergenerational activity\, time for parent/guardian worship sharing\, children’s activities\, and dinner as a community. Families are invited to bring a snack/side dish/dessert to share. All ages are welcome.  Grandparents are welcome to join with their grandchildren! \nWe look forward to seeing your family on May 30th!  \n  \nREGISTER HERE → \n*Questions?  Contact Kristin Simmons\, Youth Engagement Coordinator: ksimmons@pym.org URL:https://www.pym.org/event/pym-spring-family-meetup/ LOCATION:Kennett Meeting: 125 West Sickle St\, Kennett Square\, PA 19348\, 125 West Sickle St\, Kennett Square\, PA\, 19348\, United States CATEGORIES:Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Meetup-ImageTag-1.png GEO:39.8489505;-75.7149334 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kennett Meeting: 125 West Sickle St Kennett Square PA 19348 125 West Sickle St Kennett Square PA 19348 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=125 West Sickle St:geo:-75.7149334,39.8489505 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T184138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T184138Z UID:111163-1780236000-1780239600@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Emily Provance on Communities and Political Violence DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, May 31 at 2 pm\, Emily Provance (“Quaker Emily”) will visit Barnegat Friends Meeting in person and give a presentation on communities and violence\, particularly political violence\, in an increasingly fractured society. \nYou are invited to join Emily Provance at Barnegat Friends Meeting\, 614 East Bay Avenue\, Barnegat\, NJ\, USA. If you cannot come to Barnegat\, please participate via Zoom. Either way\, we ask you to register here: https://barnegatquakers.tiny.us/QuakerEmily. \nCurrently Emily Provance is in Northern Ireland\, where she is looking at the history of the Troubles and how that is parallel (and not) to current conditions in the United States. Emily brought to Barnegat Meeting’s attention a recent FIRE survey that found 34% of college students now say it is sometimes acceptable to respond to objectionable speech with violence. That’s a scary trend regardless of where we stand politically. Her Barnegat presentation will pull from Quaker experience and Quaker theology to talk about how we respond to an increasingly fractured society. \nYou may be familiar with Emily Provance’s extensive work as a traveling Quaker minister. She has led numerous workshops and has given presentations for organizations worldwide. Her recent publications include the Pendle Hill pamphlet\, “Spiritual Gifts\, the Beloved Community\, and Covenant” and the book\, “Before the Resurrection\, Transitions and Endings in Quaker Meetings and Churches”. In 2025 she was Britain Yearly Meeting’s invited speaker at the Swarthmore Lecture organized by Woodbrooke. Her topic was “A Testimony of Community”. You can learn more at Emily’s blog\, “Turning\, Turning\, Holy Experiments Among Friends”. \nQuestions? Call or text Barnegat Friends Meeting at 609-698-2058 or write to events@barnegatquakers.org. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/emily-provance-on-communities-and-political-violence/ LOCATION:Barnegat (NJ) Friends Meeting\, 614 East Bay Avenue\, 08005\, 614 East Bay Avenue\, Barnegat\, NJ\, 08005 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Zoom-banner-Emily-Provance.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Barnegat Monthly Meeting":MAILTO:events@barnegatquakers.org GEO:39.7505615;-74.214929 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Barnegat (NJ) Friends Meeting 614 East Bay Avenue 08005 614 East Bay Avenue Barnegat NJ 08005;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=614 East Bay Avenue:geo:-74.214929,39.7505615 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T210000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183905Z UID:111333-1780342200-1780347600@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Non-Creedal Genders: Quaker Spirituality and A Love Letter to Trans Kids DESCRIPTION:A First Monday Lecture with Kody Gabriel.  \nDrawing from their experience of Quaker spirituality\, youth worker and transgender advocate Kody Gabriel will share a love letter to trans young people and the inner child in gender-nonconforming adults. Their talk will explore the spiritual gifts of trans identity\, put Quaker theology and gender liberation in dialogue\, and offer practices of resilience for keeping ourselves whole in the face of political and social oppression. Kody’s talk will center and speak to the experiences of trans and gender-nonconforming people. People of all gender identities and experiences are welcome to attend.   \nKody will give this lecture from the Albuquerque Friends Meetinghouse in Albuquerque\, New Mexico. You are invited to register to join by Zoom or on campus at Pendle Hill. You could also join Kody in Albuquerque or host your own watch party with your meeting or gathering to participate via Zoom.  URL:https://www.pym.org/event/non-creedal-genders-quaker-spirituality-and-a-love-letter-to-trans-kids/ LOCATION:Pendle Hill\, 339 Plush Mill Road\, Wallingford\, 19086\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/c-2005-Emily-Stewart-Walking-the-path-04.22.05-1280x824-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pendle Hill":MAILTO:info@pendlehill.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T203000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20250902T192141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T182212Z UID:81114-1780599600-1780605000@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Song\, Silence and Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:Song\, Silence and Sanctuary is a once per month musical gathering of friends from across different faith communities\, hosted by Old Haverford Monthly Meeting and Or Zarua. Friends may sing and speak out of the silence. You are welcome to engage in the music or simply listen and offer your presence. This is a hybrid event\, held both at Old Haverford and on Zoom. Please email mollygracehicks5@gmail.com for the Zoom link. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/song-silence-and-sanctuary-3/2026-06-04/ LOCATION:Old Haverford Meeting\, 235 E Eagle Road\, Havertown\, PA\, 19083\, United States CATEGORIES:Music,Spirituality,Worship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Song-Silence-and-Sanctuary.png GEO:39.9907235;-75.3047115 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Old Haverford Meeting 235 E Eagle Road Havertown PA 19083 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=235 E Eagle Road:geo:-75.3047115,39.9907235 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20250527T151242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T151242Z UID:110300-1780677000-1780837200@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Journey Toward Wholeness DESCRIPTION:What questions are you holding in this season? Join us for a deep dive into your soul’s journey\, cultivating the ground for hope and renewal in our lives\, our workplaces\, our communities\, and our world.\nA series of four weekend-long retreats over a seven-month period: \nFall: October 31\, 2025 – November 2\, 2025\nWinter: January 30\, 2026 – February 1\, 2026\nSpring: March 27\, 2026 – March 29\, 2026\nSummer: June 5\, 2026 – June 7\, 2026 URL:https://www.pym.org/event/journey-toward-wholeness/2026-06-05/ LOCATION:Pendle Hill\, Brinton House\, 321 Plush Mill Rd\, Wallingford\, 19086\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MW-Yellow-Flowers-200x300-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pendle Hill":MAILTO:info@pendlehill.org GEO:39.910682;-75.378169 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pendle Hill Brinton House 321 Plush Mill Rd Wallingford 19086 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=321 Plush Mill Rd:geo:-75.378169,39.910682 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183904Z UID:111396-1780822800-1780844400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:4th Annual Quaker Day\, Haddonfield DESCRIPTION:Join Haddonfield Friends Meeting as we host this fourth annual Quaker Day\, a celebration of peace and history at their historic meetinghouse and grounds. \nFree activities for young and old include:  a petting zoo\, graveyard tours\, demonstration Meetings for Worship\, children’s games\, music\, and much more! \nQuaker Day is held in cooperation with (but is not directly connected to) the annual Haddonfield Skirmish taking place on the same day. \nThe Meetinghouse is located at 47 Friends Avenue\, Haddonfield\, NJ. This is a half-mile walk from the Haddonfield PATCO station. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/4th-annual-quaker-day-haddonfield/ LOCATION:Haddonfield Friends Meeting\, 47 Friends Avenue\, Haddonfield ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Hmm-meetinghouse-RESIZED-for-PYM.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Lotz":MAILTO:haddonfieldquarterly@yahoo.com GEO:39.9002517;-75.0325019 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Haddonfield Friends Meeting 47 Friends Avenue Haddonfield;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=47 Friends Avenue:geo:-75.0325019,39.9002517 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T110000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183904Z UID:111411-1780824600-1780830000@www.pym.org SUMMARY:The Birds’ Eye View of the Pendle Hill Landscape DESCRIPTION:A birding nature walk tour of the Pendle Hill arboretum.  \nJoin Jeffrey Gordon\, internationally acclaimed birding guide\, and Lloyd Guindon\, Director of Facilities and Grounds\, for a fun and engaging tour of the property with an eye to the sky and an ear to the trees. In early June\, bird breeding activity reaches a crescendo and we are likely to see and hear evidence of nesting from a number of species. How do Pendle Hill’s plants\, trees\, and overall ecosystem support a healthy and varied bird life? What can I do to improve the bird habitat in my own backyard and/or neighborhood and what other actions might I take to support local bird life? Finally\, why is it important to do so? How can an enhanced awareness of birds improve our lives and in turn the lives of birds?  URL:https://www.pym.org/event/the-birds-eye-view-of-the-pendle-hill-landscape/ LOCATION:Pendle Hill\, 339 Plush Mill Road\, Wallingford\, 19086\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Watching-for-Birds-on-the-Nature-Walk-with-Lloyd-and.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pendle Hill":MAILTO:info@pendlehill.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260512T183903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T204119Z UID:104520-1781181000-1781182800@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Fundraising Friends DESCRIPTION:Strong and stable monthly meetings are the foundation of a thriving Quaker community. This is why PYM staff are hosting a monthly virtual gathering of Friends who carry stewardship or fundraising work for their meetings called “Fundraising Friends!” \nThe goal of Fundraising Friends is to ensure that PYM meetings have the financial resources they need to build impactful faith communities\, so we sincerely hope that you will join us! By being a part of Fundraising Friends\, you will find… \n\nMutual support from others who understand the joys and challenges of ensuring their meeting has sufficient funds\nPractical ideas and resources to strengthen your meeting’s stewardship\, giving\, and community engagement.\nShared stories and successes that inspire Light-led approaches to fundraising rooted in Quaker values.\nConnections across the yearly meeting\, building friendships and collaboration among those doing similar work.\nEncouragement and learning from PYM Development staff and experienced Friends.\n\nFundraising Friends meets virtually on the second Thursday of each month at 12 noon and is free and open to any PYM Friends who are interested in or involved with fundraising for their local meeting. \nWhether you come to find ways to strengthen your meeting’s financial health or help other meetings do the same\, you’ll be why new seekers and long-time Friends alike can find a spiritual home at their local Quaker meeting! \nContact Joe Kirkenir at jkirkenir@pym.org or 215-241-7115 with any questions or topics you’d like covered! \n***By submitting your information below\, you will become a part of Fundraising Friends and receive information for each month’s gathering. Please don’t feel obligated to attend every month. Come as you are led and able!*** URL:https://www.pym.org/event/fundraising-friends/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/image-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20251201T234244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T234244Z UID:110292-1781345700-1781348400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Prayers and Meditation for Peace DESCRIPTION:Trenton Meeting of Friends (Quakers) is holding \nPrayers and Meditation for Peace \nWhere: Trenton Friends Meetinghouse \n142 East Hanover Street\, Trenton\, NJ or at our zoom link \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/9915474009?pwd=aGZ6VW54ZnpwZGcxS3MzUE9kOEllZz09&omn=87362638230 \nWhen: Monthly on Second Saturdays\, 10:15-11:00AM \nPrayers and Meditation for Peace holds space for vocal ministry and silent worship. \nVocal ministry about peace\, prayer\, and meditation is encouraged. \nContact TrentonQuakers@gmail.com for more information. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/prayers-and-meditation-for-peace/2026-06-13/ LOCATION:Trenton Friends Meetinghouse\, 142 E Hanover St\, Trenton\, 08608 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/trenton-monthlt-meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Trenton Meeting of Friends":MAILTO:trentonquakers@gmail.com GEO:40.2214024;-74.7623033 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trenton Friends Meetinghouse 142 E Hanover St Trenton 08608;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=142 E Hanover St:geo:-74.7623033,40.2214024 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T213000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260217T165536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T165536Z UID:109383-1781640000-1781645400@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Third Tuesdays: Protect\, Resist and Build with AFSC DESCRIPTION:Monthly webinar series that brings together AFSC constituents to learn about how to protect\, resist\, and build just peace\, just migration\, and just economies. \nThird Tuesday of every month at 8pm ET/ 7pm CT/ 5pm PT. \nIf you are registering from outside the US please use the zip code 19102. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/third-tuesdays-protect-resist-and-build-with-afsc-2/2026-06-16/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/3t_mobilize_20241217200200486301.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="American Friends Service Committee":MAILTO:events@afsc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260330T150226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T150226Z UID:110460-1781949600-1781974800@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Young Adult Friends Beach Day! DESCRIPTION:Young adult F/friends and seekers (ages 18-35) will be gathering at Brigantine Beach in New Jersey to celebrate the summer with a Beach Day on Saturday\, June 20th. You can meet us at the beach and there will be carpools departing from Arch Street Meeting House at 10 a.m.! \nBring a F/friend or two\, let’s have a great day! \nPlease bring your own brown paper bag lunch and any food or snacks you’d like to share with F/friends. Please bring all the food and water you’ll need for the day with you. \nRegister Below \n\nPlease note that this is a program for YAFs\, and you must be between the ages of 18 through 35 to participate. \nThe young adult F/friends community is one that shares collective responsibility toward the care and support of the community. This means that responsibilities with the logistics\, cleaning\, and taking care of public spaces is shared among all F/friends. Each F/friend is expected to contribute to help with the tasks that come up throughout the day. \nWe’re excited for this day in the sun together\, which will be an incredible opportunity to spend time in community with each other! \nDon’t forget your sunscreen\, towels\, beach chairs\, umbrellas\, boogie boards\, paddle balls\, etc.! \n\n \n \n Beach Day Registration\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone Number(Required)Carpool(Required)All carpools\, whether you need a ride or are able to give a ride\, will depart at 10 a.m. from Arch Street Meeting House.\n \n \n Need a Ride\n \n \n \n Driving and CAN give a ride\n \n \n \n Driving and CANNOT give a ride\n \n \n \n Taking public transit\n If you said you are driving and can give a ride\, please list the number of people you can take in your car:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.pym.org/event/yafbeachday2026/ LOCATION:Brigantine Beach\, 14th St.\, Brigantine\, NJ\, 08203\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Adult Friends ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2.jpg GEO:39.401908;-74.3728126 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brigantine Beach 14th St. Brigantine NJ 08203 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=14th St.:geo:-74.3728126,39.401908 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T000530 CREATED:20260212T160929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T142814Z UID:109356-1782491400-1782651600@www.pym.org SUMMARY:Continuing Revolution 2026 (Young Adults!) DESCRIPTION:Pricing\n\nOn Campus Overnight: $$50/$75/$100\nOn Campus Commuter: $15/$30/$45\nZoom Only: $5/$15/$25\n\n\nWe offer a subsidized price for those with less financial resources and a subsidizing price for those with the ability to help support those with less. We invite your reflection in choosing which rate is the best fit for you.   \nIf you are seeking funds or alternate payment options (like someone else paying for you)\, please wait to register and first complete our Financial Assistance Application.  \n\nDescription\nA hybrid weekend workshop for young adults to connect\, learn skills for community resistance\, and deepen their personal spiritual practices.   \nGrounding in our personal spiritual journeys and community-level resistance and resilience work\, this program will bring together young adults ages 18-35 eager to deepen their personal spiritual landscape in community\, connect with others\, and learn skills to meet this moment.  \n2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Philadelphia is a focal point of the celebrations. What can we learn from the last 250 years? What do we want our world to look like 250 years from now? What is our role in caring for one another? How can we build the skills and spiritual grounding necessary for building community and resisting oppressive systems? How can we deepen our personal spiritual practices?  \nLike past Continuing Revolution programs\, this offering is simultaneously grounded in Quaker values and practices and open to those with no prior knowledge or experience with Quakerism. We welcome all seekers who are interested in exploring the intersection of their personal spiritual journey and community needs\, regardless of faith or ideology.  \nStay tuned for more details about workshops. We hope to explore themes of creating community safety beyond policing\, mutual aid\, spiritual embodiment\, and the past and future of resistance in Philadelphia. \nSchedule\nOn-site (the full program schedule) \n\nFriday June 26: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm at Pendle Hill\nSaturday June 27: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm at Friends Center (including an off-site walking tour)\nSunday June 28: 9:00 am – 5 pm at Friends Center\n\nOn Zoom (the full program schedule) \n\nFriday June 26: 7:15pm – 9:00 pm\nSaturday June 27: 9:30 am – 8:30 pm (with breaks)\nSunday June 28: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm (with breaks)\n\n\nThis program is made possible by generous support from Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Travel and Witness. \n\nCollaborating Organizations and Leader\nPhiladelphia Yearly Meeting is the association of Friends meetings and communities across the Eastern Shore of Maryland\, Delaware\, southern New Jersey\, and eastern and central Pennsylvania. PYM connects and supports Friends in our region. \nAmerican Friends Service Committee works with communities worldwide to challenge injustice and build conditions for lasting peace. We are steadfast in our commitment to nonviolence and our belief in the transformative power of love to overcome conflict and oppression. \nFriends Committee on National Legislation is a national\, nonpartisan Quaker organization that lobbies Congress and the administration to advance peace\, justice\, and environmental stewardship. \nPendle Hill is a Quaker study\, retreat\, and conference center located on 24 acres in Wallingford\, PA\, seeking to create peace with justice in the world by transforming lives through experiential learning\, silent worship\, and a commitment to the historic testimonies of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers)\, including peace\, equity\, and community.  \n Lewis Webb\, Jr. is the Peacebuilding Director at the American Friends Service Committee and is responsible for leading AFSC’s work towards a future free of militarism and violence. Lewis previously led AFSC’s New York-based healing justice work for over 12 years and since 2017 has been the coordinator of the organization’s national healing justice network. Since joining AFSC\, Lewis has built an advocacy program that focuses on sentencing and the school-to-prison pipeline\, established a growing youth advocacy training program\, and guided the collective development and eventual organizational endorsement of “Our North Star: A Vision for Community Safety Beyond Prisons and Policing.” Lewis holds degrees in philosophy and law and has many years of experience as an educator. He is based in Philadelphia. URL:https://www.pym.org/event/continuing-revolution-2026-young-adults/ LOCATION:Friends Center\, 1501 Cherry St\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19102\, United States CATEGORIES:Peace & Social Justice,Spirituality,Young Adult Friends ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pym.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Continuing-Revolution-2026-Save-the-Date-Graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Pendle Hill":MAILTO:info@pendlehill.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR