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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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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