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For more than 32 seasons, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest has been Philadelphia's favorite wintertime tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront. It invites visitors to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River.
Ring in the Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum with a festive performance by the Philadelphia Suns and themed workshops that bring the traditions of the holiday to life. Enjoy Zodiac Animal Matching in the Tot Spot, Story times featuring readings of Ruby’s Lunar New Year, Chinese calligraphy […]
Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]
Join hearth cook Becky Manley in the Speaker’s House kitchen at Historice Trappe. Becky will be preparing traditional fasnachts, the rich Pennsylvania German doughnuts enjoyed on the eve of Lent.
Calling all young entrepreneurs ages 5–17! Here's your chance to run your own business and earn real cash with a booth at the Philly Home + Garden Show. With more than 20,000 attendees, this is an unbeatable opportunity for kids to showcase their creativity, sharpen their business skills, and enjoy […]
At the Philly Home + Garden Show, consumers will find fresh inspiration, helpful tips, innovative products and fantastic deals in remodeling, home improvement, décor, gardening and outdoor spaces with hundreds of experts all under one roof. The Show features a Main Stage with speakers on topics from gardening to home […]
From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]
Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration at the FOBH STEM Fair. This event invites families, students, and curious creators to dive into engineering, robotics, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. Event Highlights: Student STEM Showcase featuring creative projects, […]
Artist Justin Lockley will be speaking to teens and tweens in honor of Black History Month. He will talk about overcoming obstacles and his journey to his dream of being an artist. Registration is required.
Join Malvern Borough Parks & Recreation for Cabin Fever – an indoor community celebration for ages 8 to 80, offering the perfect antidote to those long winter days! Secure your free entrance ticket here. Winter doesn't have to mean staying cooped up! This community gathering is designed to bring neighbors […]
Join the Haverford Township Free Library for an afternoon with historical interpreter, Noah Lewis who presents the life and times of Edward “Ned” Hector, a black soldier who fought in the American Revolution for the Continental Army for the cause of American Independence. Ned Hector served as a teamster (a […]
The Lion Dance will begin in front of Plum Street Park on Saturday, February 21st at 2pm. They will walk down toward Orange Street and loop back up to greet the local shops and businesses. The event should last about two hours and will end in front of Peking Restaurant.
Kids Club is The Clubhouse Wellness Center's signature drop-off event for ages 4–12! Each session blends movement, foam-pit fun, turf games, creative projects, and rotating themed activities — all led by their instructors in a safe, small-group environment. Kids get to move, play, create, make friends, and enjoy screen-free fun… […]
King of Prussia is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a lively community celebration welcoming the Year of the Horse. Guests are invited to experience an afternoon filled with color, culture, and tradition, featuring festive performances, a Dragon Dance performance, red envelope giveaways and special shopping moments throughout the […]
Visit Skippack Village's 2nd annual Fire and Ice Festival. Come out February 20-21st to enjoy stunning sculptures, fiery performances, and live music with the whole family!
Dreams in Motion by First State Ballet Theatre is contemporary ballet that is sure to move you. This program explores the whimsical and surreal side of the dreamscape with two ballets from FSBT’s repertoire by choreographer Viktor Plotnikov: Fantasy to Dvořák and Nonsense (In the Sense of Innocence). Audiences will […]
The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur will be hosting its Middle School Musical, Finding Nemo Jr., on February 20 and 21 at 7:00 pm. Dive under the sea with Marlin, Dory, and friends as Notre Dame's talented middle school students bring this heartwarming Disney adventure to life. It’s a […]
Just in time for Valentine's Day, join audiences in Media for the Regional Premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig wrote this heartwarming story of a World War II courtship about his own parents. When U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor in Oregon, starts […]
Children are invited to sing, dance, and learn from Broadway performer Patti Murin (original Princess Anna in Frozen on Broadway and performer in Wicked, among others) at this special day of musical theater fun.
Calling all young entrepreneurs ages 5–17! Here's your chance to run your own business and earn real cash with a booth at the Philly Home + Garden Show. With more than 20,000 attendees, this is an unbeatable opportunity for kids to showcase their creativity, sharpen their business skills, and enjoy […]
At the Philly Home + Garden Show, consumers will find fresh inspiration, helpful tips, innovative products and fantastic deals in remodeling, home improvement, décor, gardening and outdoor spaces with hundreds of experts all under one roof. The Show features a Main Stage with speakers on topics from gardening to home […]
Enjoy this cast of multigenerational members of the community as they perform Shrek the Musical! See your favorite characters such as Shrek, Fiona, Lord Farquaad, the Gingerbread man, and of course the hilarious Donkey! Buy your tickets soon as they tend to sell out!
From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]
Dreams in Motion by First State Ballet Theatre is contemporary ballet that is sure to move you. This program explores the whimsical and surreal side of the dreamscape with two ballets from FSBT’s repertoire by choreographer Viktor Plotnikov: Fantasy to Dvořák and Nonsense (In the Sense of Innocence). Audiences will […]
Just in time for Valentine's Day, join audiences in Media for the Regional Premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig wrote this heartwarming story of a World War II courtship about his own parents. When U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor in Oregon, starts […]
Enjoy this cast of multigenerational members of the community as they perform Shrek the Musical! See your favorite characters such as Shrek, Fiona, Lord Farquaad, the Gingerbread man, and of course the hilarious Donkey! Buy your tickets soon as they tend to sell out!
Invention Fun: Celebrating African-American Innovators! Did you know that many everyday items we use today were created by African-American inventors? Join an engaging program where kids will explore history through fun, hands-on activities! They’ll: Craft their own traffic lights, inspired by Garrett Morgan. Create tasty peanut butter treats in honor […]
Curious about a screen-free classical education that takes children seriously? Join Main Line Classical Academy’s admissions team for a one-hour virtual information session and learn how Great Books, French from kindergarten, advanced math, the arts, and robotics come together in a joyful, rigorous K–12 community.
Walk. Talk. Get Healthy. Be Happy. Join Trail Tuesdays, weekly walks in the park that are open to all fitness levels. Dogs and strollers welcome. Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Walk starts at Valley Forge Park Alliance Table by the Canteen in the Lower Parking Lot. In case of […]
Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move. Directed by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims, this documentary "explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of […]
Art Explorers: Join the Avon Grove Library for a fun-filled afternoon of art exploration! This month, celebrate Black History Month by learning about Faith Ringgold and her story quilts!
Get your hands dirty and your garden growing! Join Carolyn from Plant 4 Good for a fun, beginner-friendly workshop all about starting veggie seeds at home.
Join 'Stoga Musical Theatre for their spring musical production of Once Upon a Mattress. In this show, Queen Aggravain has decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass […]
"Having a newborn is life-changing. Having support is paramount." Philadelphia Couples Therapy knows how transformative yet harrowing having a new baby can be. The first few months to the first few years of a child's life has the potential to be incredible but also traumatizing. Support groups are one of […]
Get crafty at SHIFT with this hands-on rag rug workshop on February 26th. Participants will learn an easy, no-sew technique to create a colorful, functional rug using up-cycled fabric. All materials are provided, and attendees are welcome to bring their own fabric for custom colors.
