Main Line Parent Community Calendar

Santa Portraits: Danielle Foster Creations’ Holiday Tradition

Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio 1717 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA, United States

Visit Santa at Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio, his home away from home for the past 11 years. They are the leading portrait studio in the Delaware Valley for Santa Portraits with nine magical Santas, including Santa of Color, that are sure to fit your […]

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness […]

Event Series The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Terrain Little Sprouts Workshop: Leaf Crowns

Terrain, Devon 138 Lancaster Avenue, Devon, PA, United States

Stop by Terrain with the little ones to create their very own fall leaf crowns! This event is free and open to the public, but RSVP is requested.

Holiday Artisan Market

Main Line Art Center 746 Panmure Road, Haverford, PA, United States

Visit the Main Line Art Center studios to shop over 30 curated vendors selling hand-made, one-of-a-kind finds perfect for holiday gift giving! Skip the mall and support local artists this holiday season. Plenty of free parking is available.

Event Series November Museum Tinies (3 sessions)

November Museum Tinies (3 sessions)

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Join Please Touch Museum on three Sundays for 45-minute sessions to connect with other families and build a variety of cognitive and social-emotional skills through enriching music, stories, play, and art. Museum Tinies is offered on three Sundays each month from 11:30 AM – 12:15 […]

Igloo Garden on the Green at KOP Town Center

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA, United States

King of Prussia District and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia present Igloo Garden on the Green, a dreamy outdoor dining experience returning to King of Prussia Town Center, daily Nov. 5–19. Each heated igloo features sparking lights, a Bluetooth speaker and cozy furnishings and can seat […]

Gamelan Semara Santi – Indonesian Percussion Orchestra & Dancers at Swarthmore College

Lang Concert Hall Swarthmore College, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States

Gamelan Semara Santi is a classical percussion orchestra from Bali, Indonesia, consisting of tuned gongs, bronze-keyed xylophones, drums, and bamboo flutes. Consisting of Swarthmore College students and community members, the group performs in collaboration with dancers from the Indonesian Cultural Club of Delaware. Families with […]

Free

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness […]

Event Series The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even […]

From Seed to Blossom: Supporting Queer & Trans Youth

People's Light 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA, United States

In conjunction with their holiday panto, People’s Light is excited to host From Seed to Blossom: Supporting Queer and Trans Youth. Over the course of the day, speakers, workshops, working groups, panels, and performances will take place across their campus, all geared towards sharing resources […]

Thanksgiving-Themed Storytime

Parker's Place 414 Swedesford Road, Berwyn, PA, United States

Join Parker's Place for November's Thanksgiving-themed Storytime with Melanie - featuring interactive read-alouds, a mess-free magical painting activity, and a pop-up mini-book fair to shop from, if you wish. This event is included with your Open Play pass!

Free
Event Series Story Time & Crafts

Story Time & Crafts

Lulu's Casita Ardmore 6 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Come hang out at Lulu's Casita for a mini fiesta and bilingual story time every Tuesday at 10:30 am. Included with regular admission.

Event Series Books and Blankets

Books and Blankets with Ms. Danielle

Penn Wynne Park 1214 E Manoa Road, Wynnewood, PA

Join Ms. Danielle for silly stories and songs OUTSIDE, at Penn Wynne Playground (NOT AT THE LIBRARY). Weather permitting. No registration necessary unless you would like to be notified if story time is cancelled. Storytime will not be held during rain, snow, freezing weather, or […]

Igloo Garden on the Green at KOP Town Center

King of Prussia Town Center 155 Village Drive, King of Prussia, PA, United States

King of Prussia District and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia present Igloo Garden on the Green, a dreamy outdoor dining experience returning to King of Prussia Town Center, daily Nov. 5–19. Each heated igloo features sparking lights, a Bluetooth speaker and cozy furnishings and can seat […]

Meet Santa at King of Prussia for the Holidays | Open Every Day!

King of Prussia Mall 160 N Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

Simon® is pleased to announce that families can meet Santa at King of Prussia as part of the Simon Santa Photo Experience. Santa arrives at The Plaza near Nordstrom on Thursday, November 7, and at The Court near Bloomingdale’s on Friday, November 15. He will […]

Event Series Lego Club with Snapology

Lego Club with Snapology

Marple Public Library 2599 Sproul Road, Broomall, PA, United States

Drop in anytime between 4:30–5:30 pm and show off your creativity with free-form building! Location: Library Meeting Room For kids ages 5+ No Registration Required! Meeting Room holds 100 people. First Come, first served! Thank you to Snapology of Newtown Square for sponsoring this event!

Event Series Jump into Science

Jump into Science

Easttown Library 720 First Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

Join the Easttown Library to explore and conduct exciting experiments that make learning about science both educational and entertaining. Recommended for grades K–2; registration is required.

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness […]

Event Series The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even […]

Event Series Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Media-Upper Providence Free Library 1 E. Front Street, Media, PA, United States

Join Family Storytime for stories, moving, singing and interacting with puppets. Best for children 0–5 years and their caretakers. Just drop in! The group will be upstairs.

Event Series Ardmore Library Music Playgroup

Ardmore Library Music Playgroup

Ardmore Library 108 Ardmore Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Learn to make music with songs and simple instruments! Program is 30 minutes followed by 30 minutes of playtime. They will meet in the Processing Center Meeting Room behind Ardmore Library, unless the weather is lovely, which then we will meet outside. Ages preschool and […]

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness […]

Event Series The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even […]

Event Series Holiday Critter Sale

Holiday Critter Sale

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

Visit the Brandywine Museum of Art to browse and shop from thousands of unique, handcrafted ornaments and tabletop decorations made from all-natural materials by our dedicated and talented volunteers. Each Critter has its own unique personality and expression—no two are exactly the same. From whimsical animals—like […]

Event Series Books and Blankets

Books and Blankets with Ms. Danielle

Penn Wynne Park 1214 E Manoa Road, Wynnewood, PA

Join Ms. Danielle for silly stories and songs OUTSIDE, at Penn Wynne Playground (NOT AT THE LIBRARY). Weather permitting. No registration necessary unless you would like to be notified if story time is cancelled. Storytime will not be held during rain, snow, freezing weather, or […]

Meet Santa at King of Prussia for the Holidays | Open Every Day!

King of Prussia Mall 160 N Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

Simon® is pleased to announce that families can meet Santa at King of Prussia as part of the Simon Santa Photo Experience. Santa arrives at The Plaza near Nordstrom on Thursday, November 7, and at The Court near Bloomingdale’s on Friday, November 15. He will […]

Event Series FEZtival of Trees & Lights

FEZtival of Trees & Lights

LuLu Shrine Center 5140 Butler Pike, Plymoth Meeting, PA

Kick off the season with this family-friendly, holiday event, open to the public for four days, November 21–24, 2024. Walk through a beautiful indoor forest of uniquely decorated trees, view an amazing model train layout, enjoy refreshments, attend children’s activities, shop the Marketplace, purchase raffle […]

Date Night for Kids at The Candy Lab

The Candy Lab 22 E Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Parents! Enjoy each other’s  company WITHOUT your children for TWO SOLID HOURS! The Candy Lab will be holding date night on the following days: Ardmore, Thursdays:  10/24/24, 11/21/24 and 12/19/24 Each date night is from 6–8 pm.  Perfect for kids age 5–12. Cost $40 per […]

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness […]

Event Series The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even […]

Event Series Movin’ & Groovin’

Movin’ & Groovin’

Easttown Library 720 First Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

Bring your little one to the Easttown Libray to read, dance, groove and have fun! Your child's self-confidence will grow with each step. Recommended for ages 3–6; no registration required.