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As the leaves begin to change color, Pumpkinland returns to Linvilla Orchards in Media. This fall, visitors can explore an array of pumpkins ranging from small and skinny to tall and plump. The annual pumpkin festival will also feature a variety of autumn activities, including hayrides, pick-your-own apples, and mazes. […]
Bring your walking shoes to Valley Forge National Historical Park for a brisk walk with good company. All fitness levels, strollers and dogs are welcome! Walks on the first and last Tuesday of the month meet at the General von Steuben on Valley Forge Park Road. All other Tuesday walks […]
Homeschool students can join a day of hands-on learning at Auburn Heights! Best suited for homeschool families with children in grades 1–5, this interactive day brings history, engineering and nature to life. Participants can enjoy an "open house style" event at Auburn Valley State Parks & the Marshall Mansion, wandering […]
Unleash your imagination and create! Join the Easttown Library for a different project every meeting. From knitting to painting, 3-D printing to tinkering, all are sure to find something that inspires. For ages 12-18. Registration is required.
Join La Salle College High School on Tuesday, October 14th from 6-7:45 pm for a special night featuring three of their award-winning departments – STEM, Music and Fine Arts, and Mission and Ministry. For current 7th and 8th graders, this night will focus on three programs that define many students’ […]
St. Aloysius Academy invites families to experience the gift of an exceptional education at its Fall Open House. As the premier private, Catholic, all-boys K–8 school in the Philadelphia region, St. Aloysius Academy offers a tradition of academic excellence, leadership development, and faith-centered values. During the Open House, visitors will […]
Ardmore Library has a few spots open in their next D&D Campaign! The Dungeons & Dragons group, for ages 13 and up, runs from 5:00-6:30 pm every Wednesday. Please contact the library to sign up. No experience is necessary. Ages 13 & up. Registration required. In person, with DnDBeyond and Discord.
Visitors can travel through the woods on a hayride to the house of Linvilla Orchards’ Friendly Witch. Children who stop by the witch’s house will be entertained with stories, jokes, and receive a treat. After the hayride, guests are invited to gather around a campfire to roast marshmallows and enjoy […]
Each Wednesday through December 17, students can join a weekly art class at the Rockdale Art Center. With new projects each session, this class is perfect for the growing artist to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. Students create a unique […]
Join the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur for their Experience Notre Dame Admissions event. This event is for prospective students in grades 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 and their parents. The event will feature guided tours of their 39-acre campus, a visit with their Head of School, a […]
Parents and students are invited to join Villa Maria Academy for one of their upcoming Open House sessions. Sessions will be hosted by Villa’s Admissions Office. Prospective students and their families can connect with staff, admissions, current parents and students, and tour the school to learn more about how a […]
Join Chesterbook Academy West Chester for an Open House event this fall. Since 1998, Chesterbrook Academy has helped children learn and grow in exciting ways. Their teachers prepare students for success in school and in life. As an Apple Distinguished School, they give every child in Kindergarten and up their […]
Parents of prospective students are invited to attend a “Morning at La Salle.” The program provides parents with an academic presentation, classroom visits, and a question and answer session with current students. Each session runs from 9-11 am. Space is limited, so please pre-register early to reserve your spot. Mornings at La […]
It's time to get silly! Come to the Media Theatre to enjoy the antics of Gerald and Piggie, the beloved main characters from Mo Willems' celebrated children's books. These characters will sing and dance their way on to the stage in Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!" Jr. […]
Witness an incredibly unique Halloween tradition started over 50 years ago by renowned local artist Andrew Wyeth and his son at the Chadds Ford Historical Society. Over 70 native pumpkins from a Chadds Ford farm, ranging in size from 150 to 400 pounds, are carved by local artists and lit […]
Join Ms. Svetlana and the Penn Wynne Library for Escape from the Haunted Castle: a Classical Music Adventure with a Craft. Just in time for Halloween, children can visit the Haunted Castle! Listen to classical music, play games, gather clues, and move with the music! In the second part of […]
Join the Easttown Library for hands-on STEM fun for teens! Explore science, tech, engineering, and math through creative projects, experiments, and challenges! For ages 12-18. Registration for each session is required.
Join The Shipley School for an Insider's Look event focused on their Athletics programs. Hear from students, teachers, and coaches; take a campus tour; and see what makes Shipley more than a school. Register here.
Make Thursday nights the best night of the week! Join King of Prussia Town Center every Thursday from 6–8 pm, April through October, for free live music on the green! Whether you're grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or just looking for a fun way to unwind, enjoy an evening of great […]
History is always better told by lantern light and with a chill in the air. Join one of Historic Sugartown's knowledgeable guides as they lead you through the village by lantern. Along with Sugartown’s rich history, you’ll learn about the strange world of death and mourning in Victorian America. Tours […]
As the leaves begin to change color, Pumpkinland returns to Linvilla Orchards in Media. This fall, visitors can explore an array of pumpkins ranging from small and skinny to tall and plump. The annual pumpkin festival will also feature a variety of autumn activities, including hayrides, pick-your-own apples, and mazes. […]
Witness an incredibly unique Halloween tradition started over 50 years ago by renowned local artist Andrew Wyeth and his son at the Chadds Ford Historical Society. Over 70 native pumpkins from a Chadds Ford farm, ranging in size from 150 to 400 pounds, are carved by local artists and lit […]
Visitors can travel through the woods on a hayride to the house of Linvilla Orchards’ Friendly Witch. Children who stop by the witch’s house will be entertained with stories, jokes, and receive a treat. After the hayride, guests are invited to gather around a campfire to roast marshmallows and enjoy […]
History is always better told by lantern light and with a chill in the air. Join one of Historic Sugartown's knowledgeable guides as they lead you through the village by lantern. Along with Sugartown’s rich history, you’ll learn about the strange world of death and mourning in Victorian America. Tours […]
Join Goldfish for a spooktacular evening of family fun at their Boo Bash Family Swim on Friday, October 17th from 6:00–8:00 pm! For just $20 per family, enjoy: Open family swim Costumes & treats Pumpkin painting & games A magical special visit from Cinderella Don’t miss out on this fun-filled […]
Get into the spooky spirit with a Ceramic Pumpkin carve! This one day workshop will encourage you to get weird and make a Jack-o-Lantern by using beginner-friendly handbuilding and surface decoration techniques on a slipcasted pumpkin. ------ Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which […]
This fall, join an exciting and educational pre-recorded show at WCU's Mather Planetarium. Dates and topics of these shows are: September 12, 2025: Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity September 19, 2025: Astronaut October 17, 2025: Asteroid: Mission Extreme October 24, 2025: Oasis In Space November 14, 2025: Black […]
Come see Springer Studio Youth Theater's next production, Finding Nemo KIDS! This show is the story you know and love but told through catchy songs, a few new characters, and a whole lot of heart. Performances are October 17 at 7 pm and October 18 at 2 pm and 7 […]
SALT Performing Arts presents Into the Woods, a musical bringing Brothers Grimm fairytale characters together for a show exploring themes of wishes, family, and the consequences of our choices. This thought-provoking modern classic weaves familiar storybook tales into a sophisticated narrative that resonates with audiences of all ages. Please note […]
Join Gladwyne Montessori this fall for one of their signature admissions events. In October, join them for a weekend Open House and take the Montessori Journey. Watch lessons from each program level as you take the student journey through the curriculum from Infant to Upper Elementary. Then, in November, join […]
The Swarthmore Farmers Market is a community-led market that brings fresh, locally sourced food to the Swarthmore Town Center parking lot. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved weekend tradition for grocery shopping with the neighbors. Each […]
The Conshohocken Farmers Market will be held from May 17 to November 1, 2025, in the plaza at SORA West adjacent to Hotel West & Main at the intersection of Fayette Street and West Elm Street in Conshohocken. The market will be held weekly on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to […]
Join Chesterbook Academy West Chester for an Open House event this fall. Since 1998, Chesterbrook Academy has helped children learn and grow in exciting ways. Their teachers prepare students for success in school and in life. As an Apple Distinguished School, they give every child in Kindergarten and up their […]
Explore historic cooking and foodways with demonstrations in the newly restored 1739 Trimble House Kitchen and the reconstructed Bake Oven behind the Miller's House. Participants will experiment with various ingredients, techniques, and historic recipes. Each program will have a different theme – this season, we’re exploring topics related to the […]
Dig into history at Newlin Grist Mill as the site celebrates and participates in International Archaeology Day! This year’s International Archaeology Day coincides with the final Public Archaeology excavation of the year at Newlin Grist Mill. The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional […]
