Community
July 16, 2026
Eric The Puzzler Brings A Treasure Hunt To The Navy Yard
There’s a treasure hunt at the Navy Yard this summer. And I bet it’s unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. I launched my first adventure puzzle in 2021 to provide a fun new way for people to safely reconnect outdoors. The response was super positive, so I continued developing puzzles of all sorts and experimenting in
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June 22, 2026
A Summer Guide to the Navy Yard
Summer has arrived at the Navy Yard, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and countless opportunities to get outside and explore one of Philadelphia’s most unique waterfront destinations. Whether you’re looking to unwind after work, stay active, discover something new, or spend time with family and friends, the Navy Yard comes alive during the summer months,
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May 30, 2026
Event Recap: Third Thursdays
Chapel Plaza came alive on Thursday, May 21, as community members, residents, employees, and visitors gathered for the launch of Third Thursdays, a new event series designed to bring people together through food, music, and local experiences. Despite the rain, the inaugural event, held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., transformed the open retail space
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May 12, 2026
Event Recap: Bring Your Child to Work Day
On Thursday, April 23, we had the pleasure of welcoming families to our 7th Annual Bring Your Child to Work Day! The day was filled with energy, curiosity, and plenty of hands-on fun as kids got a close-up of the Navy Yard and participated in a variety of engaging activities. We kicked off the day
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February 10, 2026
Join Us for Another Navy Yard Night at Citizens Bank Park
Our favorite summer tradition is back! We’re excited to invite you to another Navy Yard Night at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday, June 18, as the Philadelphia Phillies take on the New York Mets. This event is open to employees, family and friends, making it a great night to enjoy a summer night of baseball.
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November 4, 2025
Campus Comes Together for Navy Yard 5k
The Navy Yard was alive with excitement as runners, walkers, and supporters gathered for this year’s Navy Yard 5K. Under clear blue skies and crisp fall air — the kind of weather every runner dreams of — hundreds of participants laced up and took to the course for a fun, fast, and community-filled afternoon. The
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October 14, 2025
Support Camp Out For Hunger at The Navy Yard!
This October – November, the Navy Yard will be supporting Camp Out For Hunger by collecting canned food donations! At this time of year when many people experience food insecurity, the Navy Yard community comes together for a common cause. Local nonprofit Philabundance partners with WMMR’s Preston & Steve to end hunger for good and
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July 7, 2025
Witness History at the Screening of “Invisible Warriors” at the Navy Yard
During World War II, over 40,000 people worked at the Philadelphia naval yard, building and repairing ships as part of our nation’s war effort. Women were part of this vital workforce and were affectionately known as “Rosie the Riveters.” But some Rosies haven’t received the recognition they deserve: the African American women who served on
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April 29, 2025
Spice Up Your Summer: DIY Hot Sauce & More at the Navy Yard
Black Girls with Green Thumbs is coming back to the Navy Yard this summer to teach our community about gardening through fun, hands-on Urban Homestead-ish Workshops. Learn how to make your own hot sauce, tea, herb garden, and more with local, homegrown ingredients. Stock your pantry with items you’ve made yourself and learn the skills
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October 29, 2024
Support Camp Out For Hunger at The Navy Yard!
This November, the Navy Yard will be supporting Camp Out For Hunger by collecting canned food donations! At this time of year when many people experience food insecurity, the Navy Yard community comes together for a common cause. Local nonprofit Philabundance partners with WMMR’s Preston & Steve to end hunger for good and to provide
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August 8, 2024
Join Us for Our Second Annual Free Navy Yard Night Festival
Attendees can enjoy live music, delicious food, Swoop! prize opportunities, and more fun for all ages We’re excited to announce that the Navy Yard is bringing back its highly anticipated Night Festival on Thursday, September 12 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Crescent Park. This all-ages event promises to be an unforgettable evening filled
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July 3, 2024
Navy Yard Events & Programming Schedule – July 2024
June is the perfect time to #discovertheyard. There is so much going on like our first-ever #NavyYardFamilyFest, free fitness classes, hive tours, learn how to make your own tea, classic theater showings, charity 5Ks, and MORE! Read our blog at for more information or visit navyyard.org/events to learn how you can participate.
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June 28, 2024
Creative Mornings With Anne Ishii
In the Creative Mornings session held June 28 at the Navy Yard, Anne Ishii delivered an insightful discourse on the inherent importance she ascribes to each endeavor she undertakes. Her journey, which began in publishing and advertising, initially brought her happiness but left her searching for deeper fulfillment. After navigating roles at various startup companies
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June 25, 2024
Support the Navy Yard Back-to-School Drive
The Navy Yard will be collecting school supplies to support two local elementary schools. F. Amedee Bregy Elementary School and D. Newlin Fell School are both K-8 elementary schools located in South Philadelphia. The collection will take place Tuesday, July 16 through Wednesday, August 21 with drop-off locations throughout the Navy Yard campus. Being part
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June 13, 2024
Get to Know the Ladies Behind Our Urban Homestead-ish Programming
In 2016, Pamia Coleman received a box of seeds from her cousin, who had discovered it outside an abandoned business. Knowing Pamia’s desire to start a garden, her cousin urged her to take the seeds, which Pamia later shared with her friend Latiaynna Tabb. Wasting no time, that summer Pamia and Latiaynna co-founded Black Girls
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