Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Community Festival Live jazz music, dance performances, family activities, exhibits, vendors & more. Saunders Park, 38th-39th and Powelton Aves. 7/16. Noon-7 pm.
Parent Recognition Day Day of programming designed to help parents & families improve relationships & hone life skills. Sharon Baptist Church, 3955 Conshohocken Ave.; 215-879-2062. www.assetbuilders4families.org. $30-$45. 7/16. 8:30-3:30 pm.
Philadelphia Orchard Project "Pop" Music Festival Live music, beer, food & a plant sale. Liberty Lands Park, 3d & Poplar Sts. www.phillyorchards.org. $10 advance; $15 day of event. 7/16. 2-8 pm.
Reggae River Fest Featuring Stephen Marley, John Brown's Body, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad & more. Penn's Landing, Columbus Blvd.; 215-922-2386. $29.50 advance; $35 day of show. 7/17. 3 pm.
Teacher Workshop: Environmental Sustainability & Your School Community Learn from industry experts & gain insight into how your school can go green. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd.; Preregistration required: 215-482-7300 Ext. 110. Closes 7/19.
Teacher Workshop: The Outdoor Classroom Investigate how to use your school grounds to improve the environment & provide learning opportunities for your students. Reg. w/deposit req. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy's Mill Rd.; Preregistration required: 215-482-7300 Ext. 110. Free; $40 refundable deposit required to reserve space. Closes 7/21.
Woof Wednesdays Doggie special Wed. in summer. Bring your dog & receive half- price doggie treats. Trolley Car Cafe, 3269 S. Ferry Rd. Varies per item.
Animal Open House See more than 30 animals. Briar Bush Nature Center, 1212 Edgehill Rd., Abington.
www.briarbush.org. 7/16. 10-11 am.
