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Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]
Celebrate traditional and contemporary Japanese culture under the cherry blossom trees during this free and public, family-friendly event, featuring live music, dance performances, arts and crafts, a vendor fair, food trucks, a beer garden, and much more. Cherry Blossom Festival programs are scheduled throughout late […]
From the progression of early spring bulbs ushering in the season, to vibrant blooms of Longwood's beloved tulips, to the welcoming fragrance of their flowering trees beckoning you to explore more, spring is in the air — and all around you — in their Gardens […]
That’s so MAGICAL! Abby Cadabby is hosting a magical weekend full of spellbinding tricks and spectacular illusions. Poof into Sesame Studio for some special magic shows by magician Sam Sandler! Keep an eye out for KooKoo the Cartoon Magician, performing strolling magic throughout the park. […]
Discover the sights, sounds, and scents of the season with a fun, 30-minute nature walk designed for the whole family at Longwood Gardens. Two sessions Explore nature near and far with tools like magnifying glasses and binoculars while using your senses to experience the Gardens […]
You're invited to enjoy a day of family fun with the Kinney Center. Families can enjoy a petting zoo, snacks, activities, music, bubbles and more! Please register to attend here.
Come out in support of the 3rd annual Fundraiser for Covenant House in Memory of Tyler Michael Eckert! This Fundraising Event will be held on April 13, 2024 at the American Legion in Wayne, beginning at noon. Enjoy live music and an all you can […]
Please Mill Ballet for a Sensory Friendly Performance of Children's Classic Stories: Carnival of the Animals & Sleeping Beauty on Saturday, April 13th at 3 pm. This performance is suitable for children and adults with ASD and other special needs or sensitivities. Adaptations to the […]
He’s coming back! Andy Griffiths is flying all the way from Australia to see his fans and friends at Children’s Book World on Saturday, April 13th at 4 pm! In Andy’s latest book, The 169-Story Treehouse: Doppelganger Doom!, Anti-Andy, Terrible Terry, and Junkyard Jill (the […]
This enchanting classic of children's literature is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of 'Night Mother.' Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his […]
Sensory-friendly mornings can be a comfortable, calmer way for museum visitors, especially those with sensory sensitivities, to explore the museum. These mornings will include: Advanced ticketing to help avoid lines Smaller crowds More tranquil sounds in exhibitions whenever possible, with soundscapes and roaring dinosaurs softened […]
Get in the Passover mindset with programming for everyone. Join them for one or more of their amazing programs including kits crafts, a jewelry sale, candy seder, adult art class, historical talk, adult fitness class and more.
Experience the tulip fields of Holland, in nearby New Jersey. Every April our farm bursts into bloom with over 8 million tulips – yes you heard right, 8 MILLION! Immerse yourself in our floral paradise, indulge in delicious food options, and create unforgettable memories with […]
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, Adventure Aquarium will host Sensory Sunday, every Sunday in April from 9:30-10:30 a.m. (the aquarium’s first hour of operation). During that hour, they will lower the music, soften the lights, and reduce the crowds, all in an effort to […]
Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: Save the Humans, with Imagine Exhibitions, is at the Philadelphia Zoo, Feb. 1–April 15! These six enormous Trolls are on a mission to inspire humans to take better care of Nature. Each with a unique story and created using repurposed wood by […]
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 […]
Please join jdkidphilly on Sunday April 14 at 10 am at a local synagogue for a fun Passover Seder Plate painting project! This event is geared towards our toddler/preschool friends (siblings always welcome). Location: An indoor location in West Chester, PA; exact address will be provided upon registration. […]
This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, they're brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations, and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at their Bubble […]
Celebrate traditional and contemporary Japanese culture under the cherry blossom trees during this free and public, family-friendly event, featuring live music, dance performances, arts and crafts, a vendor fair, food trucks, a beer garden, and much more. Cherry Blossom Festival programs are scheduled throughout late […]
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]
From the progression of early spring bulbs ushering in the season, to vibrant blooms of Longwood's beloved tulips, to the welcoming fragrance of their flowering trees beckoning you to explore more, spring is in the air — and all around you — in their Gardens […]
That’s so MAGICAL! Abby Cadabby is hosting a magical weekend full of spellbinding tricks and spectacular illusions. Poof into Sesame Studio for some special magic shows by magician Sam Sandler! Keep an eye out for KooKoo the Cartoon Magician, performing strolling magic throughout the park. […]
Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural […]
This enchanting classic of children's literature is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of 'Night Mother.' Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his […]
Ragtime music and a symphony for toys are featured in this fun, family-friendly event presented on April 14. With guest conductor, Dr. Roberta Winemiller, the Delaware County Symphony Chamber Ensemble will perform The Toy Symphony and a selection of ragtime arrangements, from 1912, colloquially known […]
As many Jews prepare for Passover, the most widely celebrated Jewish holiday, the Weitzman invites people of all backgrounds to join them for this long-running and beloved annual event. Experience an artfully curated lineup of speakers, storytellers, and musicians as they reflect on traditional Passover themes […]
Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural […]
Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: Save the Humans, with Imagine Exhibitions, is at the Philadelphia Zoo, Feb. 1–April 15! These six enormous Trolls are on a mission to inspire humans to take better care of Nature. Each with a unique story and created using repurposed wood by […]
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 […]
This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, they're brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations, and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at their Bubble […]
Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a live sloth, […]
From the progression of early spring bulbs ushering in the season, to vibrant blooms of Longwood's beloved tulips, to the welcoming fragrance of their flowering trees beckoning you to explore more, spring is in the air — and all around you — in their Gardens […]
At Friends' Central, students learn how to pursue excellence with a collaborative and open mind. Discover FCS at their Middle & Upper School Open House for grades 6–12 on Tuesday, April 16, at 9 am. Register here. The Middle & Upper School is located at […]
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 […]
This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, they're brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations, and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at their Bubble […]
