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Upper Merion Township Library, in partnership with Girl Scout Rebecca Montich and Girl Scout Troop 7208, present the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service! This event is intended for families to partake in a variety of fun community service activities that will benefit the Upper Merion area. […]
Join PTM for a meaningful celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., where families can engage in activities that reflect his legacy of equality, justice, and peace. Included with regular 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 […]
Join The Candy Lab on MLK Day as they make 8–10 yummy and beautiful edible crafts out of candy, fruit, and vegetables, PLUS a load of other fun candy-themed games. Only $40 per crafter (+$2.40 tax). Perfect for ages 5–12.
Bring your family to Riverbend for a Martin Luther King Day of Service! Riverbend is hosting a Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and improve their communities. This event is open to ALL ages! Please bring your own […]
Honor the life, service, and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. over MLK Weekend at the Museum, Saturday, Jan. 18 – Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, to discover the ongoing promise of the American Revolution and explore what it takes to change the world. Visit their website for weekend programming […]
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. and through the generosity of Citizens, the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is hosting a weekend of activities, including performances, meaningful discussions, family activities, and access to exhibits. AAMP will offer reduced admission to the Museum on Friday, January 17th, Saturday, January […]
Penn Wynne Library is collecting books for the West Philadelphia Alliance for Children. Please bring your new or gently used books for grades K-8 to Penn Wynne, any day of the week, from now until January 22nd. Accepting new and gently used books, ideally with diverse characters, for: K–4th grade […]
Drop in any time during the posted hours to make kindness cards or rocks. Any age welcome. Take your cards and rocks home to distribute them in the community or leave them at the library and they'll give them out! Upstairs in the large room. Two sessions: 10:15 – 11:30 […]
Cradles To Crayons is proud to celebrate Dr. King’s legacy of service by offering several opportunities for volunteer engagement in support of our mission to help children living in poverty throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Their MLK Day donation drive is extremely important in helping to fill their shelves with […]
In recognition of the day’s significance, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a variety of fun and inspiring family activities. Guests of all ages can pick up an activity card and explore the Conservatory while learning about Dr. King’s life, values, and mission to help spread kindness and […]
From noon to 2 pm, enjoy Art & Storytelling. Listen to stories of courage, strength, and determination of people committed to making freedom and racial equality a reality in their lives. wooCollage artmaking will celebrate the activism of Dr. King and many others involved in the Civil Rights Movement. At […]
Looking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained this MLK Day? Bring them to BodyX Kitchen & Fitness studio for Kids Bake & Create Classes — a sweet way to spend the day off school! The fun-filled schedule includes: Mixing, baking, and decorating cookies Designing an apron or […]
Drop in any time during the posted hours to make kindness cards or rocks. Any age welcome. Take your cards and rocks home to distribute them in the community or leave them at the library and they'll give them out! Upstairs in the large room. Two sessions: 10:15 – 11:30 […]
Come to the Children's and Teen Areas at the library for a casual game of chess and/or a relaxing crochet session. Beginner chess and crochet lessons will be available from Ms. Shelby. Knitters and other fiber artists welcome! Chessboard and pieces will be available to borrow during the program. There […]
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 […]
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.
Middle School Meetup is where kids in grades 5–8 can come play games, make crafts, or just hang out with friends. No registration required but you must be in grades 5–8. You do not need to arrive right at 3:30, this is open house style where you may come for […]
Join us in a fun and inclusive space where people of all abilities and ages can come together to create, listen, explore, and grow through music! Participants will enjoy singing, songwriting, sharing music, playing instruments, moving to music, and improvising—all while fostering connection and creativity. WHEN: Tuesdays, January 21, February […]
Call the library at (610) 664-8427 to register for a 10-minute slot reading to Miss Elaine, a registered therapy dog! Participants must be able to read independently.
Join Riverbend’s Education Specialist, Jill Shashaty, for a virtual presentation about getting kids outside. Jill is a parent, educator, PA Master Naturalist, Girl Scout Troop leader, and Scouts BSA Merit Badge Counselor. She will share her successful strategies for connecting children with nature, encouraging free play and exploration, and creating […]
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 […]
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 […]
Stories, songs, and fun! From little to big, lets learn and have fun at the same time. Recommended for ages birth to 5. Registration is required.
Ardmore Library has a few spots open in their next D&D Campaign! The Dungeons & Dragons group, for ages 13 and up, runs from 5:00-6:30 pm every Wednesday. Please contact the library to sign up. No experience is necessary. Ages 13 & up. Registration required. In person, with DnDBeyond and Discord.
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!
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 […]
This exhibition features 28 Black and African diasporic contemporary artists who use figurative painting, drawing and sculpture to illuminate and celebrate the nuance and richness of Black contemporary life. Curated by British writer and curator Ekow Eshun, The Time Is Always Now takes its title from an essay on desegregation by American […]
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, […]
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.
Let your creative juices flow while you make fun art projects. Don’t feel like being artsy ? They will have games and time for chit chat. Adults (18 and over) of all disABILITIES welcome. All materials included. This program is designed to offer our disability community a chance to get […]
Come out to the Easttown Library for an afternoon storytime followed by hands-on art activities that explore a variety of mediums. Recommended for ages 2–6; registration is required.
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, […]
Author Gayle Forman will be at Children's Book World on Thursday, January 23 at 7 p.m. in conversation with blogger Jamie Mille www.perpetualpageturner.com and Frankie Diane Mallis, author of the Drowned Empire series. Gayle will discuss and sign copies of her newest YA book "After Life". https://www.gayleforman.com/books/after-life Forman is 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 […]
