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Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]
Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]
When school's out on Dec. 23, kids can enjoy a fun-filled craft day at DLK in West Chester! This is an optional drop-off activity for kids (ages 4+) to come and create their very own soft plush gingerbread doll and house for the holidays! $20 ticket with an RSVP; $25 […]
Make your Christmas Day unforgettable with City Cruises Philadelphia on the Spirit of Philadelphia! Indulge in a delightful brunch cruise complete with a scrumptious buffet, seasonal cocktails, live DJ entertainment, and games. Create treasured holiday memories with loved ones while dining and taking in gorgeous skyline views on the Delaware […]
Celebrate Christmas Day in a memorable way with City Cruises Philadelphia aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia! Enjoy this fabulous holiday dinner cruise featuring a gourmet buffet, festive cocktails, live DJ entertainment, and fun games. Spend quality time with loved ones of all ages while enjoying a delightful meal and soaking […]
Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]
Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]
Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]
Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]
Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights! See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open […]
West Chester Schools will be closed, but it's a winter wonderland at DLK! Come by to create your own snowflake slime to ring in the New Year. Drop off the kids for a fun-filled craft day at DLK in West Chester! Optional drop-off activity for kids (ages 4+). $20/ticket with […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Celeste Sullivan and Rachel Warren at the Scott Arboretum and Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts and dancing. Each 45-minute session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2–3 years old with their caregivers. […]
Embrace the season at Tyler Arboretum’s Winter Fireside event! Step outside for a fun-filled winter Saturday, featuring firepits, marshmallows, and seasonal activities. Enjoy live music in the barn, outdoor games for kids, guided hikes, and delicious food from local food trucks, along with beer and snacks. It’s the perfect way […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Celeste Sullivan and Rachel Warren at the Scott Arboretum and Gardens for mornings full of singing, stories, crafts and dancing. Each 45-minute session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2–3 years old with their caregivers. […]
Hiking with kids can be an intimidating topic. During this 45 minute course, Hiking Hound Adventures, LLC will be on the trail with little ones and their guardians to tackle some of the most asked questions surrounding taking kids into the woods. Through fun games and hands-on activities, we cover […]
The Main Line Camp Fair 2025 is happening January 22, from 5:30–8 pm at Conestoga High School (200 Irish Road Berwyn, PA). Representatives from 50+ Day, Overnight, Preschool, Sports, Arts, Academic and Specialty camps will be available to answer your questions and discuss their programs in detail. Admission is free!
Ready for a parents' night out? Get your glow-getters ready to glow and show off their best gymnastics moves. They'll flip the night away at The Little Gym's Glow Party, where fun never stops and the kids are ready to rock. Kids will enjoy their favorite activities with a touch […]
Do you love cooking, trying tasty new recipes, or learning how to be eco-friendly in the kitchen? Then this workshop is just for you! Join Riverbend and their friends from Greener Partners for a super fun, kid-friendly hands-on morning in their indoor and outdoor kitchens! Together, they'll whip up delicious, […]
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, January 26, 2025, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Perelman Jewish Day School, Melrose Park Campus (Forman […]
Join local musical group Ants on a Log for an Ice Cream for Breakfast Day Concert, a FREE magical morning of songs and stories. After the show, stick around for more family fun with face painters (Taffy Fun), a balloon artist, and an ice cream craft. This event will be […]
Come learn about Weathering the Winter at the Peter Wentz Farmstead. Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit […]
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 […]
Have some fun with Clifford the Big Red Dog, celebrate his birthday, and get your picture taken with him! Clifford will be at Children's Book World in Haverford on the hour at 11 am, 12 noon, 1 pm, and 2 pm for about 30 minutes.
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) […]
Hiking with kids can be an intimidating topic. During this 45 minute course, Hiking Hound Adventures, LLC will be on the trail with little ones and their guardians to tackle some of the most asked questions surrounding taking kids into the woods. Through fun games and hands-on activities, we cover […]
Register now for Late Spring session starting March 19! Riverbend believes in the joy that comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists, Riverbend's Caregiver and Me Program, seeks to foster a connection with nature for young learners, ages 2–5 years old. Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that […]
Come celebrate the season of love The Little Gym way! Drop your little ones (ages 3-10) while you enjoy a Valentine's night out. With tons of activities to encourage teamwork and cooperation, kids will build new friendships, make a craft, and have a guaranteed blast! Pizza dinner included. Children must […]
Leave the children at Game On State for a fun-filled evening while you enjoy a well-deserved dinner, movie, shopping excursion, date, or a night out with your Valentine. They promise to keep them entertained for the evening with: - Movies - Arcade Gaming - Wii/Xbox/PlayStation - Skeeball, Pinballs - Dance […]
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. […]
Happy President's Day! Keep your little ones active on their day off from school and drop them off at Little Gym Ardmore's "mini-camp" from 12:30–3:30 pm! Designed for children aged 3–10, this camp combines exciting activities, gymnastics, and interactive gym games to ensure an afternoon full of laughter, learning, and […]
Register now for Late Spring session starting March 19! Riverbend believes in the joy that comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists, Riverbend's Caregiver and Me Program, seeks to foster a connection with nature for young learners, ages 2–5 years old. Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that […]
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 […]
Register now for Late Spring session starting March 19! Riverbend believes in the joy that comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists, Riverbend's Caregiver and Me Program, seeks to foster a connection with nature for young learners, ages 2–5 years old. Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that […]
Are your little ones looking for something fun and different to do on a chilly Saturdays in late winter? Try a Mini-Makers Saturday Robotics class and watch your child’s creativity and imagination grow. These weekly, one-hour Mini Makers Robotics Class allows children (3–6 years old) of all abilities to learn […]
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 […]
