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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 provides children and caregivers the […]
Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]
Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]
Join the group at the library for an hour of play! They'll take out the library's collection of building blocks, toys, and games, and have a great time. This program, though overseen by Miss Emily, is self driven, and gives children a chance to socialize or focus on solo work […]
Come join Miss Melody every Thursday in the Large Meeting Room at 11 am for fun stories and silly songs geared towards toddlers ages 0 to 5. All ages are welcome. No registration necessary.
At Flight on Ice, you can expect a winter wonderland filled with fun for the whole family including convenient on-site parking, festive music, lighting, video and decor, large LED TV, delicious food and beverages, heated hospitality tents, entertainment and a calendar of family-friendly themed events. Tickets and season passes are available online. Also, […]
Multiple showtimes through Jan. 9. Check theatre schedule. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, dazzles on the big screen! The film stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, […]
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. […]
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 provides children and caregivers the […]
Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]
Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]
Join the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum in their galleries as they read The Snowy Day and look up close at snowy artworks. Then try out the artists’ techniques by creating a snowflake painting! Ideal for ages 0-5. Attendees can also enjoy access to the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum.
TLC Wellness is excited to team up with Erica Desper from The Center for Confident Parenting for a live Zoom event focused on Autism evaluations, as well as ADHD, learning disabilities, and more. This informative session will cover when to seek an evaluation, what the evaluation process entails, and what […]
Come to the Belmont Hills Library for Fun Friday. This season will feature a craft in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Fire & Frost Fun at Peddler’s Village is one of the most Instagrammable events in the Philadelphia region taking place on Friday & Saturday, January 10 & 11 and 17 & 18 from 4:00–8:00 p.m. Featuring dozens of spectacular ice sculptures, fire artistry performances, a live DJ, and a Find Jack Frost […]
At Flight on Ice, you can expect a winter wonderland filled with fun for the whole family including convenient on-site parking, festive music, lighting, video and decor, large LED TV, delicious food and beverages, heated hospitality tents, entertainment and a calendar of family-friendly themed events. Tickets and season passes are available online. Also, […]
Join The Barn Yard for a special FRIDAY NIGHT play! Come in with friends and enjoy a night of play while Tortugas serves their yummy food inside the Barn Yard! 10% off regular admission 10% off Tortugas menu Tortugas partnership includes in-house serving and 10% off of their menu while […]
It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie’s friend, Lucille, doesn’t want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard […]
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 provides children and caregivers the […]
Ring in the Lunar New Year with special performances and creative crafts. Included with museum admission.
Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]
Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]
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 […]
Showtimes also at noon and 4 pm on Saturdays & Sundays through February 1st! Arden Children’s Theatre presents a brand-new production that celebrates the joy of storytelling and the power of imagination! Join Peter Pan on an adventure to Neverland, a magical island where there are no parents, no chores, […]
Up Next! is a free monthly open jam session providing a platform for Philly’s creative youth to learn, perform, collaborate, and grow. Every second Saturday, The Lounge at World Cafe Live offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment, showcasing the city’s up-and-coming talent while building community across the local music scene. A […]
At Flight on Ice, you can expect a winter wonderland filled with fun for the whole family including convenient on-site parking, festive music, lighting, video and decor, large LED TV, delicious food and beverages, heated hospitality tents, entertainment and a calendar of family-friendly themed events. Tickets and season passes are available online. Also, […]
It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie’s friend, Lucille, doesn’t want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard […]
Fire & Frost Fun at Peddler’s Village is one of the most Instagrammable events in the Philadelphia region taking place on Friday & Saturday, January 10 & 11 and 17 & 18 from 4:00–8:00 p.m. Featuring dozens of spectacular ice sculptures, fire artistry performances, a live DJ, and a Find Jack Frost […]
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 provides children and caregivers the […]
Tee up of Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf, open every day until April 6th. This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and […]
Experience the tradition of Longwood Gardens' whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway, on site until January 12, 2025. Included with admission. A fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun awaits guests of all ages with this very special display located outdoors near the Beer Garden. Each fall, members of our Horticulture, […]
Showtimes also at noon and 4 pm on Saturdays & Sundays through February 1st! Arden Children’s Theatre presents a brand-new production that celebrates the joy of storytelling and the power of imagination! Join Peter Pan on an adventure to Neverland, a magical island where there are no parents, no chores, […]
At Flight on Ice, you can expect a winter wonderland filled with fun for the whole family including convenient on-site parking, festive music, lighting, video and decor, large LED TV, delicious food and beverages, heated hospitality tents, entertainment and a calendar of family-friendly themed events. Tickets and season passes are available online. Also, […]
It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie’s friend, Lucille, doesn’t want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard […]
Whether you've always wanted to tap, or have years of experience under your belt, the Lady Hoofers Winter Class Series is for you! Three levels offered: Beginner (ages 9+ and adults), Intermediate (9+ and adults), and Advanced (13+ and adults). Classes will be held on Sunday afternoons with two, 4-week […]
