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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 […]
In this workshop, attendees will learn about the mysterious and beautiful artistic process known as cyanotype. The cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic processes, developed in 1842 as a way to create multiple copies with UV light. It is actually the original blueprint! Over the course of three hours, […]
Join Newlin Grist Mill and we dig into history with archaeological excavations and learn more about the site through the evidence under your feet! The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers seek to […]
First Fest is a musical celebration benefitting Haverford's First Responders at the Paddock Park Pavilion. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and hang out under all the shade trees. This is a free event, with donations supporting local volunteer fire departments. There will be LIVE music, food, crafters, inflatables for […]
Bring your refreshments, lawn chairs, and blankets to enjoy an evening of music on the side lawn at the Arts Center. In the case of significant rain, the festival will be moved to their spacious Duke Gallery. LIVE MUSIC: Out of Order (folk rock) Big Gumbo (Reggae, New Orleans R&B) […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
Explore nocturnal life in the park! Learn how Newlin Grist Mill researchers use light traps to attract moths for research projects and become familiar with some of their nocturnal frequent fliers. This event aims to collect data that will help them determine what species live in the park, while teaching […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
Chick-fil-A Wayne Square invites kids to a special storytime with the Cow mascot. Join a storytime reading of "Click, Clack, Moo" by Doreen Cronin. Children will have the opportunity to make paper typewriter crafts. Advanced registration is required.
Join the Norwood Library for this year's annual Science in the Summer program: Be a Health Scientist! Health Science is all about finding ways to keep people healthy and help them get better when they are sick. The human body is complex. There are many parts that work together to […]
KidsPark Main Line's Chess Club for ages 5-12 starts July 14th and will be held every Monday and Friday afternoon until August 22nd. Whether your child is a beginner or ready for the next level, KidsPark teaches every skill level to grow, learn, and master chess—all with fun. Two sessions […]
School is back in session as Junie B. returns to Summer Stage! Based on Barbara Parks' NY Times bestselling books, wise-cracking Junie B’s journey to first grade is one filled with excitement and essential lessons! This brand new, upbeat sequel will remind all to believe they're never too old, or […]
Join the Norwood Library for this year's annual Science in the Summer program: Be a Health Scientist! Health Science is all about finding ways to keep people healthy and help them get better when they are sick. The human body is complex. There are many parts that work together to […]
In partnership with Chanticleer Garden, families are invited to join Radnor Memorial Library for a garden-themed read-aloud and activity for young children! Please sign up in advance, so the library can notify attendees about any weather cancellations! This event is recommended for ages 5-8.
School is back in session as Junie B. returns to Summer Stage! Based on Barbara Parks' NY Times bestselling books, wise-cracking Junie B’s journey to first grade is one filled with excitement and essential lessons! This brand new, upbeat sequel will remind all to believe they're never too old, or […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
School is back in session as Junie B. returns to Summer Stage! Based on Barbara Parks' NY Times bestselling books, wise-cracking Junie B’s journey to first grade is one filled with excitement and essential lessons! This brand new, upbeat sequel will remind all to believe they're never too old, or […]
Chick-fil-A Wayne Square invites adults to paint the Chick-fil-A Cow mascot during a guided class. All supplies will be provided. Advanced registration is required.
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
School is back in session as Junie B. returns to Summer Stage! Based on Barbara Parks' NY Times bestselling books, wise-cracking Junie B’s journey to first grade is one filled with excitement and essential lessons! This brand new, upbeat sequel will remind all to believe they're never too old, or […]
KidsPark Main Line's Chess Club for ages 5-12 starts July 14th and will be held every Monday and Friday afternoon until August 22nd. Whether your child is a beginner or ready for the next level, KidsPark teaches every skill level to grow, learn, and master chess—all with fun. Two sessions […]
Kick back, cool off, and enjoy Summer Fireside. Soak up a warm summer evening surrounded by nature at Tyler Arboretum. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs and enjoy dinner from local food trucks, sip cold drinks, and treat yourself to ice cream while relaxing in the fresh summer air. Take […]
“Welcome to the Renaissance” and the hilarious, crowd-pleasing musical comedy, Something Rotten! Travel back to 1590 and Shakespeare’s England where two playwright brothers, Nick & Nigel Bottom, are desperate for a hit. After visiting a soothsayer that reveals the future of theatre will include singing and dancing, Nick and Nigel […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly, naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. Participants will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and […]
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 […]
Join wildflower expert Dick Cloud on an informative two-hour hike through meadows, woods, and occasionally streamside. Although the focus is on plants, he will talk about whatever the group might see! In July and August, the hope is to see a large variety of summer wildflowers. All levels of knowledge […]
“Welcome to the Renaissance” and the hilarious, crowd-pleasing musical comedy, Something Rotten! Travel back to 1590 and Shakespeare’s England where two playwright brothers, Nick & Nigel Bottom, are desperate for a hit. After visiting a soothsayer that reveals the future of theatre will include singing and dancing, Nick and Nigel […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
KidsPark Main Line's Chess Club for ages 5-12 starts July 14th and will be held every Monday and Friday afternoon until August 22nd. Whether your child is a beginner or ready for the next level, KidsPark teaches every skill level to grow, learn, and master chess—all with fun. Two sessions […]
Spark a love for the outdoors with Little Tykes Go on Hikes, an exciting series of themed, family-friendly adventures designed for children ages 3-8. Each guided hike blends exploration, education, and fun, encouraging young adventurers to discover nature through interactive activities, storytelling, and hands-on experiences.
Join OWLS Therapy for Pages With Purpose, a free event for children ages 3-4 and 5-7 at Moore Books in Havertown. At 11:00 am, little ones ages 3–4 will enjoy a playful and engaging "book club" session designed to support early speech, language, and literacy development through stories, songs, and […]
Get ready for a Tangled day of fun on Wednesday, July 30th! Join Harmony Kids Playhouse for: Tangled-inspired crafts Yummy snacks Open play One-on-one magical moments w/ Rapunzel at 3:30 and 5:15 pm This is the perfect adventure for little dreamers — and spots are limited! Reserve your time today and don’t miss this royally fun […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
