Events

Upcoming Events

Discover Neanderthal Night at Orkney Park!

Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM

Join us for an enlightening evening with Dr. Sarah A. Lacy, a renowned Paleolithic archaeologist, as she explores the fascinating world of Neanderthals and early modern humans. Her captivating presentation will offer profound insights into their daily lives, health, and the roles of women in prehistoric times.

This BYOB event promises an engaging and thought-provoking journey into our shared human history.

Admission is free!

Rain date: Thursday, April 24

Don't miss this unique opportunity to step back in time—mark your calendar and join us at Orkney Park!


Orkney Park's 2025 Fundraiser “Black & White Soiree”

Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The evening will be filled with live music, drinks, snacks, and fun!

Dress in black and/or white to impress! But no stress to dress!

$25 suggested donation. All proceeds benefit the Orkney Park Project.

Generously sponsored by: PTSSD, Future Days Beer Company, Philadelphia Distilling & Bluecoat Gin, Spellbound Brewing, North Bowl, Slow & Low, and M3 printing.


Past Events

Networking & Partnerships
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Networking & Partnerships

During the summer of 2017 we reached out to local groups, foundations and ageng to network and find alies and partners for this project.

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Repairs & Promotion
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Repairs & Promotion

We created some promotional content, logo, facebook page, website and scheduled our first fundraising event for June 21st, a summer solstice party.

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Earth Day
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Earth Day

With that energy and feedback, we scheduled and organized a cleanup removing trash and debris.

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Neighborhood Meet Up
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Neighborhood Meet Up

The first neighborhood meeting was organized by placing flyers around the neighborhood describing the opportunity and gage interest. Around 60 neighbors showed up.

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 Together we can save Orkney Park 

We are seeking funds, advocates, and allies to join us in saving this last piece of unspoiled land.