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The Phoenixville Firebird Festival is one of the Philadelphia Region's most unique and anticipated events. The annual festival represents a celebration of the Phoenixville Borough's namesake—the Phoenix. Taking center stage is The Phoenix, a 20-foot tall wooden sculpture, which takes three months to build and represents hundreds of hours of […]
Celebrate Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish “New Year of the Trees” at the Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Learn about the significance of the holiday, taste traditional foods, participate in a nature journaling activity and plant bitter herbs in preparation for Passover. Registration is free but required due to space limitations. Families […]
Being a mom is hard but being a single mom is even harder! Join the library for a club made just for friendship, collaboration, and most importantly, commiserating. For adults, childcare will be provided. Registration is required to allow for planning childcare activities.
Join Perelman Jewish Day School for a story time, play dough fun with Adoughma, and a bagel brunch! Cost is free. Recommended for ages 3–6 (siblings always welcome!). Date, Time, and Location: Sunday, February 9, 2025, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Perelman Jewish Day School Wynnewood Campus (Stern Center) […]
Helio Santos is a Mexican Artist working with data, internet, and technology with background in painting and digital art. You are invited to view his work at Colonna Contemporary Art Gallery in Wayne on February 13th from 6–10 pm. Please RSVP. This series explores the concept of the artificiality of […]
Celebrate all things love and art at the Maguire Art Museum on Saturday, February 15, 2025, 12–3 PM! Make valentines and gifts for your loved ones, explore love and hearts in the collection, and enjoy refreshments. Get creative by crafting a classic valentine, a vintage puzzle purse, or a felt […]
Historical interpeter, Dr. Daisy Century performs her interpretation of Harriet Tubman, an historical and entertaining performance for the whole family. Born Araminta Ross, Harriet Tubman lived as a slave on a Maryland plantation. Despite many hardships and a physical injury that caused seizures throughout her life, she was a determined […]
Schools are closed, but the museum is open! Join the Weitzman for a FREE Family Day jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. This year, they're spotlighting Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) alongside exciting programs, workshops, crafts, a resource fair, scavenger hunts, and more. Highlights include: Mr. […]
A FREE introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school age students accompanied by a parent or guardian. Sponsored by Delaware County Symphony: Monday February 17, 2025 6:30 – 7:30 pm 6:30 – 7:00 pm: Learn about the trombone and music to be performed by Delaware County Symphony in […]
Indigo is one of the most widespread and beloved dyes in history, from the oldest Mesopotamian dye records to modern blue jeans. Due to its unique chemical properties, the hunt for a synthetic indigo spurred intense competition in the late 1800s, the environmental consequences of which continue to confront indigo-dyeing […]
Join this free storytime, activity, and open-ended play for children ages 0–4 and their caregivers. On Friday, February 21, they'll read Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and make a coconut tree craft with the letters in our names. Little Dragons is held from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. on […]
Families interested in the Middle School at Notre Dame are invited to this special event featuring guided tours of their 39-acre campus, a visit with their Head of School, a parent panel, and faculty-led workshops. For prospective students in grades 4, 5, 6, & 7 and their parents. RSVP today! […]
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 […]
Dr. Daisy Century will take you on a journey through the life of Mary Fields, also known as Stagecoach Mary, a remarkable figure of the Wild West. Standing 6'2" and weighing 200 pounds, Mary was a force to be reckoned with, known for her tough demeanor but also her gentle […]
Snapology is coming back to CBW! Stop in and have fun with LEGOs and books.
Help make the park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor […]
An Evening with noted African-American Filmmaker, Professor, and Film Historian Rel Dowdell Please join the library for a captivating, enlightening, and entertaining evening with the noted Director of Film Studies at venerable HBCU Hampton University, Rel Dowdell, as he gives an encompassing and socially conscious overview of how African-American films, […]
Families are invited to Rolling Hill Park in Gladwyne to view the wonders of the night sky as a planetary alignment takes shape! Lester Carriere, an outreach coordinator with The Rittenhouse Astronomical Society and telescope operator at the Ryan Observatory, will give a talk at the Conservancy Cottage, followed by […]
Join the Peter Wentz farmers as they create maple sugar from trees right there at the Farmstead! Watch as they tap the trees, collect the sap, and create the syrup. Learn about the indigenous origins of maple sugaring and how the process has continued until today. Once your mouth starts […]
Spring is almost here — get ready to forage by learning all about mushrooms during the Wagner Institute's March First Saturday Open House! Happening Saturday, March 1st from 12 to 4 pm, enjoy an afternoon packed with hands-on activities, museum exploration, and an “Introduction to Mushrooms” presentation. You can catch […]
Author and veteran Eagles journalist Zach Berman will discuss his latest book The Franchise: Philadelphia Eagles: A Curated History of the Eagles, a collection of engaging essays exploring of where the organization has been, how it came to prominence in the modern NFL landscape, and how the Eagles will continue […]
John Curcio, a New Hanover resident and longtime member of the Spring Valley YMCA in Royersford — a branch of the Greater Philadelphia YMCA — is calling on his community to join him as he (for the final time) arm bikes 100 miles to raise funds for the Y’s Annual […]
Join Children's Book World in Haverford for a fun time with David Shannon. The beloved author and illustrator of the "No, David!" series of children's books, Shannon returns to Children's Book World with his newest book, "That's Not Funny, David!" "No, David!" hit the ground running in 1998 and was […]
You're invited to join the Little Dragons Playgroup at Holy Child Academy in Drexel Hill. On March 7th, they welcome PlayIn Time Music Class with Miss Virginia. This free storytime, activity, and open-ended play is for children ages 0 through 4 and their caregivers. Little Dragons Playgroup is held from […]
Join the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum at 10:30 AM on Friday, March 7 in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, they’ll read Planting a Rainbow and look closely at artworks in bloom. They you can plant your own rainbow by painting a flower pot and planting […]
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 […]
Director Jim Christy is coming to Saint Joseph's University for a film screening of his award-winning film, Love and Communication. Love and Communication features a young couple struggling with an autism diagnosis facing an uncooperative school district, unproven treatments and their own emotional disconnection as they try to do what's […]
The Heritage Center welcomes visitors to explore their 1826 Seipt Family Barn, which reopens for guided tours with the changing seasons. Tours are offered at no cost and can be arranged upon arrival or scheduled in advance. Visitors can also catch the "Next Stop Pennsburg!" model train exhibit during its […]
Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch farmers shear sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as the farm's living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm […]
The Heritage Center welcomes visitors to explore their 1826 Seipt Family Barn, which reopens for guided tours with the changing seasons. Tours are offered at no cost and can be arranged upon arrival or scheduled in advance. Visitors can also catch the "Next Stop Pennsburg!" model train exhibit during its […]
Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch farmers shear sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as the farm's living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm […]
Got a little one who’s ready to rip? Grab the whole family and join this kids’ event full of two-wheeled fun, tasty snacks, games, and more! Whether your youngster is a beginner or a budding pro, there will be activities for every age and skill level. Activities include: A Kids Riding […]
Come meet some of the adorable, adoptable dogs from To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. and discover how you can give one of them a loving forever home. This is a great opportunity to learn more about their rescue, meet their pups, and connect with fellow dog lovers in the […]
The Heritage Center welcomes visitors to explore their 1826 Seipt Family Barn, which reopens for guided tours with the changing seasons. Tours are offered at no cost and can be arranged upon arrival or scheduled in advance. Visitors can also catch the "Next Stop Pennsburg!" model train exhibit during its […]
Mike Sielski will visit the Bala Cynwyd Library to discuss his work and his new book, Magic in the Air: the Myth, the Mystery, and the Soul of the Slam Dunk. His previous work, The Rise, was a fantastic book about Kobe Bryant's early life, with many stories involving Lower […]
