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The 40th annual Fall for the Arts Festival will return to Chestnut Hill on Sunday, September 15, transforming Germantown Avenue into an outdoor arts and craft marketplace! The popular family-friendly, pet-friendly event features live demonstrations, children’s activities, live music, culinary delights, and boutique shopping. The streets between the 8000 and 8600 blocks […]
Enjoy a train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on a warm summer afternoon. Pack a lunch to have during our stop at the Glen Mills train station picnic grove! Every Sunday from June 2–Sept 22. Leaves the station at 12 pm. Duration: 90 min Adults – […]
The Young Friends of the Harriton Preserve are excited to present Sunday Fun Day on Sunday September 15th featuring The Philadelphia Goat Project, Pizzeria La Familia Food Truck, ice cream and water ice, and lots of family-friendly activities: Nature walks Scavenger hunts Duck boat races Arts & crafts Relay races […]
The Chester County Restaurant and Food Truck Festival is back for its 43rd year! This foodie event is full of entertainment, information booths, local artisans, and tons of delicious food from Chester County and beyond. Local and regional food vendors and restaurants take over downtown West Chester serving up some […]
Share some sweet moments together at this family-friendly afternoon by the orchards with the Jewish Federation’s Kehillot (neighborhood) groups. While meeting new friends and connecting with familiar faces, you are sure to enjoy the crafts, honey sticks, and resource tables from local organizations. Please register to attend
Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]
Join Miss Mel for a super fun, educationally enriching, and highly interactive story time! Each story time will have a theme that will add to the fun, plus a craft inspired by that day's theme that they will use for all the most wonderful books you take home during their […]
Story time for toddlers! One caregiver per family. Space is limited to 20 children total. Please only register your child.
Miss Jill has been a preschool music teacher for over 30 years and visits libraries around the area bringing songs, puppets, fingerplays, games, and music! For ages 0 to 5 years of age. Registration is required.
Join the Malvern 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 that strengthens […]
Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]
It's apple season at Highland Orchards, so get picking, now through October. Open every day except Mondays. Fall Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9 am–4 pm Saturday–Sunday: 9 am–3:30 pm *Hours may change due to weather or conditions. Follow them on FB or call for the most up-to-date info* See their Crop List […]
Middle School Meetup is where kids in grades 5–8 can come play games, make crafts, or just hang out with friends. You do not need to arrive right at 3:30, this is openhouse-style where you may come for the whole time or just a little. No registration required, but you […]
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.
Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]
You are invited to tour NFA's 14-acre campus and better understand their dual academic paths, in addition to their Middle School experience. Hear directly from students, parents, and teachers! Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is the leading independent Catholic academy for preschool–eighth grade students in the Philadelphia area. NFA offers a dual academic […]
It's apple season at Highland Orchards, so get picking, now through October. Open every day except Mondays. Fall Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9 am–4 pm Saturday–Sunday: 9 am–3:30 pm *Hours may change due to weather or conditions. Follow them on FB or call for the most up-to-date info* See their Crop List […]
Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years: Join Miss Stephanie for story time specifically designed for this age group. Sing songs and read stories!
The 3rd Wednesday of the month Visit the Willow Grove Mall for a FREE kids event on the 3rd Wednesday of every month – through Wednesday, October 16th. Kids Play is a program that provides free entertainment and discounts for toddlers and their caretakers. Events include a variety of fun activities, entertainment, arts […]
Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]
It's apple season at Highland Orchards, so get picking, now through October. Open every day except Mondays. Fall Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9 am–4 pm Saturday–Sunday: 9 am–3:30 pm *Hours may change due to weather or conditions. Follow them on FB or call for the most up-to-date info* See their Crop List […]
The Newtown Public Library is preparing for Delco Arts Week throughout the month of September with their Peace in Every Hexagon Drop-in Art Project! This is for all ages! Draw, color, or write on a hexagon what peace means to you. Your creations will be displayed in the library. Inspired […]
Join other parents and their little ones for playgroup in the upstairs Toddler Room, instead of story time this week. Toys will be out for the kids to play with. No registration necessary. All ages welcome.
Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]
It's apple season at Highland Orchards, so get picking, now through October. Open every day except Mondays. Fall Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9 am–4 pm Saturday–Sunday: 9 am–3:30 pm *Hours may change due to weather or conditions. Follow them on FB or call for the most up-to-date info* See their Crop List […]
Get ready to experience Skippack like never before! This fall, over 30 of their charming shops will showcase their creativity with one-of-a-kind scarecrows, each with its own unique twist. As you stroll through the village, you'll discover these delightful and whimsical creations, bringing the spirit of autumn to life. The […]
Come in costume (or come as you are) and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests can enjoy trick-or-treating in Big Bird’s Beach, Halloween-themed shows, the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, dance parties, our […]
Tredyffrin Twp. is hosting a Fall Movie Night on Friday, September 20th in Wilson Farm Park on the Football Field featuring Migration. Movie will begin at sunset and is free to the public! Beverages and treats will be available for purchase from Will's + Bill's Brewery, Scrape and Scoop, Tredyffrin […]
Take a trip to Pumpkinland at Linvilla and find a plethora of fall attractions and activities. Open from mid-September through early November, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. See piles of pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes — over 100 tons on display! Larger-than-life figures and scarecrows illustrate […]
Join the fun on Superhero Saturday at the Please Touch Museum, where kids can unleash their inner heroes with a day full of exciting activities! Dress up in your favorite superhero costume, help build super structures, and conquer our interactive training camp. Included with museum admission.
Get ready to experience Skippack like never before! This fall, over 30 of their charming shops will showcase their creativity with one-of-a-kind scarecrows, each with its own unique twist. As you stroll through the village, you'll discover these delightful and whimsical creations, bringing the spirit of autumn to life. The […]
Drop in anytime from 10–11 am and join our teen volunteers to make a craft, play a game, and read a story. They might have a few other surprises in store as well! For kids ages 3–8.
Bring your kiddos to Nightingale Materials every Saturday morning between 10 am–1 pm and let them explore their creative side! No sign up needed, just walk-in! Cost is $10 per child.
Join your community friends and neighbors for a visit to the Newtown Square Railroad Museum AND a Family Fun Festival at Drexel Lodge Park, 4140 West Chester Pike. September 21, 10 am–2 pm Museum is open until 4 pm All activities are FREE! Food and beverages will be available for […]
Come out for a day of history, archaeology and family fun at Newlin Grist Mill! A local favorite, the Fall Festival features a wide variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations, hayrides, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages. This year, the site’s archaeology festival has been incorporated into […]
