“Karla Black” showcases the work by an artist who constructs large-scale, site-specific sculptures using amorphous yet everyday materials—from dirt, chalk, and dough, to the powders, sprays, and gooey substances we use to coat our bodies. ICA. Info: 215-898-7108 or www.icaphila.org. Exhibit on display through July 28.

For many years, Dance Theatre of Harlem’s star shined brightly as it lit up major venues with some of the most beautiful and exceptionally trained dancers around. After an eight-year hiatus, the contemporary, boundary-pushing ballet company reinvents itself. Its first tour features new works, as well as a Balanchine classic. Zellerbach Theatre. Info: 215-898-3910 or www.annenbergcenter.org. $30, $35, $45, $55, $65.

In the world of theatrical performers, Ramin Karimloo is heralded for his leading roles in “Les Misérables” and “The Phantom of the Opera.” His debut album, “Human Heart,” is a summary of his life’s journey. World Cafe Live. Info: 215-222-1400 or www.worldcafelive.com. $25.

In the “Introduction to Meditation and Mindfulness” class, explore mindfulness-based meditation through body scans, seated meditation, and expanded awareness. Meditation improves health by lowering blood pressure and strengthening the immune system, and promotes general wellbeing by reducing stress and increasing serotonin levels. Morris Arboretum. Info: 215-247-5777 or www.morrisarboretum.org. Members: $75, nonmembers: $90.

In “The Botany of Fruit” class, learn about the various structural origins of the edible things we call “fruit.” The class discusses how and why these structures evolved, and how our modern cultivated varieties came to be. Enjoy tasting both the common and exotic “fruits” that have enhanced the world’s meals for centuries. Morris Arboretum. Info: 215-247-5777 or www.morrisarboretum.org. Members: $40, non-members: $45.

Attend the Grand Opening of the Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway. This summer, the Railway transports visitors to the far ends of the earth. Spanning the globe, visitors can experience magical visits to The Great Wall of China, Turkey’s Hagia Sophia, Guatemala’s Tikal, Egypt’s Giza Pyramid, and Paris’ Eiffel Tower. Morris Arboretum. Info: 215-247-5777 or www.morrisarboretum.org. Free with regular admission.

In the “Introduction to Meditation and Mindfulness” class, explore mindfulness-based meditation through body scans, seated meditation, and expanded awareness. Meditation improves health by lowering blood pressure and strengthening the immune system, and promotes general wellbeing by reducing stress and increasing serotonin levels. Morris Arboretum. Info: 215-247-5777 or www.morrisarboretum.org. Members: $75, non-members: $90.

The “Gardening with History: Planning & Practice” conference explores how we govern, interpret, curate, and plan. Speakers include Peter Hatch, former director of gardens and grounds at Monticello, Charles Birnbaum, director of The Cultural Landscape Foundation, and Laura Otten, director of the Nonprofit Center at LaSalle University. Morris Arboretum. Info: 215-247-5777 or email jlm@upenn.edu. $85. Registration limited to 75 participants.

Several years after releasing his commercial breakthrough album, “Stop All The World Now,” singer and songwriter Howie Day breaks his silence with his long-awaited third studio album, “Sound the Alarm.” The album is a collection of the kind of emotionally resonant, melody-minded, pop-rock gems that have earned Day a legion of devoted fans. World Cafe Live. Info: 215-222-1400 or www.worldcafelive.com. $20-$22.

For “Native Trees at Morris Arboretum,” take a guided tour of the native trees at the Arboretum. Knowledgeable guides point out each tree’s landscape merits, as well as its vital role in our environment. Morris Arboretum. Info: 215-247-5777 or www.morrisarboretum.org. Free with admission.

Humorist, comedian, and author David Sedaris discusses his newest book, “Let’s Explore Diabetes With Owls.” From the perils of French dentistry to the eating habits of the Australian kookaburra, learn about the absurdity and delight of a curious traveler’s experiences. Penn Bookstore. Info: 215-898-7595 or www.upenn.edu/bookstore.