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Close out Summer 2025 this Labor Day Weekend with fun for the whole family at Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, and Independence Blue Cross RiverRink SummerFest. Labor Day is the last chance for visitors to enjoy the boardwalk vibes at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Join Ms. Jana of Heartwell Yoga for an engaging class for caregivers and their children that weaves the themes of a children’s book into playful yoga postures, stories, music, breath work, and relaxation techniques. For ages 18 mos.-5 yrs. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration opens four weeks prior to each scheduled date. […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
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.
During the summer months, join Haverford Library’s Children’s librarians Mondays and Thursdays from 10:30 am-11:00 am for their popular outdoor program, Storytime Under the Trees, in local Havertown parks! This event is weather permitting - check the library's social media on days promising rain or excessive heat. In the event […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Make Thursday nights the best night of the week! Join King of Prussia Town Center every Thursday from 6–8 pm, April through October, for free live music on the green! Whether you're grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or just looking for a fun way to unwind, enjoy an evening of great […]
Kennet Square, the mushroom capital of the world, invites the public to their 40th Annual Mushroom Festival, celebrating "Harvesting 40 Years Together." This event, which draws thousands to Kennett Square, celebrates the local mushroom industry, considered one of the most sustainable farming industries in the country, and raises funds in […]
Come out for live music at Tredyffrin Township Concert Series this summer! Concerts will be held on Thursdays at 7:00 pm (unless otherwise noted) in Wilson Farm Park and are weather dependent. All concerts are free to the public. 2025 SCHEDULE: June 12, 2025: Tim Williams Band - Locust Lane Craft Brewery […]
Calling all little nature explorers! Join Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a morning full of singing, stories, crafts, and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Come sing, dance, and play at the Oxford Library during Music & Me! This program will be held in-person inside the Oxford Library. Registration is not required. This in-person event will be held in the Library's large downstairs activity room.
Join Melanie for a Story Time event on the first Friday of every month at the American Helicopter Museum. The event will feature interactive read-alouds, a special art activity, and a mini pop-up book fair to shop from, and is included with museum admission! Get tickets here.
Join the Maguire Art Museum in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, they’re having a Shape Party! Learn together by looking at artwork, singing songs, and reading Mouse Shapes with Ms. Jane. Then, use that learning to create your own interactive Shape Monster! Free and open to […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Kick off the weekend with Phoenixville First Fridays, a monthly open-air celebration in the borough! Every month from May through December, First Fridays showcase the eclectic feel of Phoenixville. You'll find live music, local artists, and a Kids Zone. Walk around and explore some of the town's arts venues, small […]
My Gym Springfield offers a fun and active Parents Night Out on the first Friday of every month. These 3-hour drop off events are for kids ages 4 to 10 years old and include a pizza dinner. From 5:30-8:30 pm, children will play organized games and engage in skills-based activities […]
The Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance is a three-day event that includes a Friday Night Barbecue, the Bill O’Connell Memorial Road Rally and Gala on Saturday evening which all culminate in the main event on Sunday - the Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance. Sunday's Concours d’Elegance will have an array of some […]
On September 5th, join a live Planetarium show entitled "Journey to the Outer Planets" at WCU's Mather Planetarium. Mather's live presentations are given by a professional astronomer and consist primarily of an overview of what is currently visible in the night sky. In addition, part of each show (approximately 10-15 […]
The Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance is a three-day event that includes a Friday Night Barbecue, the Bill O’Connell Memorial Road Rally and Gala on Saturday evening which all culminate in the main event on Sunday - the Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance. Sunday's Concours d’Elegance will have an array of some […]
Kick off the fall semester with an afternoon of fun, flavor, and community with Main Line School Night at the at Creutzburg Center! Enjoy an afternoon of tasty bites, local artisans, live music, games, dance, and hands-on demos from Main Line School Night instructors! Whether you’re 9 or ninety, there’s […]
The Swarthmore Farmers Market is a community-led market that brings fresh, locally sourced food to the Swarthmore Town Center parking lot. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved weekend tradition for grocery shopping with the neighbors. Each […]
The Conshohocken Farmers Market will be held from May 17 to November 1, 2025, in the plaza at SORA West adjacent to Hotel West & Main at the intersection of Fayette Street and West Elm Street in Conshohocken. The market will be held weekly on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to […]
Bryn Mawr Day is back again, so don't miss it. Come out and listen to live music, ride the fire engines, visit the petting zoo, shop the farmer's market, see the circus, watch performances by local artists, shop local vendors, and get a taste of local restaurants and food trucks. […]
Celebrate the Bees at Historic Sugartown during National Honey Month! Join Historic Sugartown and the Chester County Beekeepers Association for a fun and educational day to celebrate vital pollinators. This family-friendly event, held at the Carriage Museum and the lawn at Historic Sugartown, will be buzzing with excitement. Throughout the […]
Elmwood Park Zoo is extending their Centennial Celebration through 2025! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they continue to commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. Enjoy live entertainment, indulge in a delicious birthday treat, and be amazed by their captivating animal shows. […]
Explore historic cooking and foodways with demonstrations in the newly restored 1739 Trimble House Kitchen and the reconstructed Bake Oven behind the Miller's House. Participants will experiment with various ingredients, techniques, and historic recipes. Each program will have a different theme – this season, we’re exploring topics related to the […]
Join one of Royersford’s favorite hometown traditions — Community Day on September 6th. Royersford's Main Street will be closed for a full day of family-friendly fun including: Local vendors & artisan crafters Food trucks (one of the only days they roll through town!) Live music from Notably Sharp Sound Service […]
Kennet Square, the mushroom capital of the world, invites the public to their 40th Annual Mushroom Festival, celebrating "Harvesting 40 Years Together." This event, which draws thousands to Kennett Square, celebrates the local mushroom industry, considered one of the most sustainable farming industries in the country, and raises funds in […]
Paws in the pool is back this year, and, due to popular demand, it's been extended for a whole week! Before they “paws” their pools for the season, the JCC invites their canine friends for a day of swimming, splashing and socializing in their fenced-in outdoor pool and grassy area! […]
Kick off the fall semester with an afternoon of fun, flavor, and community with Main Line School Night at the at Creutzburg Center! Enjoy an afternoon of tasty bites, local artisans, live music, games, dance, and hands-on demos from Main Line School Night instructors! Whether you’re 9 or ninety, there’s […]
The 13th Annual Haverford Music Festival returns on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 noon to 9:00 pm at the intersection of Darby Road and Hathaway Lane in Havertown, PA. This is a family-friendly music festival that celebrates creativity, supports arts and education, and fosters a vibrant cultural landscape in […]
E. Norriton Community Day is happening on Saturday, Sept. 6th—don’t miss this chance to connect with the community at Stanbridge Street Park. Kids will also have the chance to make the biggest bubbles of their lives as E. Norriton hosts GRANDPOP BUBBLES™. Grandpop Bubbles will bring his bubble wands, tristrings, […]
Villanova Football is hosting their Community Day on Saturday, September 6th at 6:00 pm at the football stadium. In addition to the game versus Colgate, there will be a Kid Zone with inflatables, face painting by cheerleaders, balloon artists, fun games, coloring stations, and appearances from various Villanova sports teams! […]
The Berwyn Farmer's Market is back and better than ever with expanded hours and vendors, new charity partners, live music every first Sunday, a kids' zone, food trucks, and special theme days. The market will be open weekly on Sundays from May 18 through December 21, 2025, with brief breaks […]
