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Join ChesLen Preserve for a special Bilingual Hike in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, leaving from the Lenfest Center pavilion during the Pints on the Preserve event. This guided walk will explore the beauty of the preserve and highlight some of the ongoing stewardship projects that support local ecosystems. Translation […]
Parent Survival Nights are back at The Little Gym of Ardmore! Celebrate the return to school by dropping your littles for a night of ACTIVE fun, and enjoy a night out in Ardmore! Pizza dinner & craft included! Must be potty independent. Ages 3-12, sibling discount available!
What could be better on a summer's evening than a fireworks show after a baseball game? How about a MEGABLAST display? The Reading Fightin’ Phils are the Philadelphia-area minor league baseball team with multiple games per week in the summer. Many Fightin' Phils games feature a fireworks display, but in […]
Join the quintessential Fall event at the Devon Horse Showgrounds, the Devon Fall Classic. This exciting weekend features equestrian events, exceptional vendors and shopping opportunities, food and drinks, and live entertainment in addition to an entertaining Midway with rides and games. The Horse Show classes begin at 8:00 am each […]
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 […]
Wonderful Halos, one of the most-loved healthy snack brands, is hosting a free Pop-Up event on September 14th at the Drexel Hill ShopRite. At this event, children and families can enjoy family-friendly events, including a bounce house, coloring stations, free Halos samples, and back-to-school giveaways and games. Wonderful Halos mandarins […]
Linvilla Orchards will host its annual Arts & Craft Festival on Saturday, September 13, and Sunday, September 14, 2025. This special two-day event will showcase the work of unique local artists and craftspeople. Throughout each day, live music will accompany guests as they shop and explore. Visitors can browse a […]
Come out to Chadds Ford to experience historical demonstrations at the site of a 1777 Revolutionary War battle. Two timed skirmishes will occur at 11:30 am and 3:30 pm both days, as well as artillery and line drills. Re-enactors, camp followers, demonstrators and other historians will be on site all […]
Welcome to Northern Star Farm's 18th Annual Fall Fest! Visit the farm every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am–5 pm for pumpkin picking, hay rides, a 7-acre corn maze, pony rides, giant apple sling shots, the Little Farmer Playbarn, paint ball, Giant air cannon, farm animals, and free lawn and […]
Family Sundays are back! Come out to the Suburban Square Lawn for music, games, and kid-friendly activities with Go With Yoyo from 11:00 am-1:00 pm every Sunday in May though October. If inclement weather arises, please visit Suburban Square's Instagram page for the most up to date event information.
Children’s Book World is thrilled to welcome #1 New York Times bestselling author Katherine Applegate to the store on Sunday, September 14th at 1:00 pm. Katherine will share her newest novel, "Pocket Bear," a stunning tale of kindness and second chances. This book is perfect for families and aimed at […]
Fairies, Pirates and Mermaids oh my! The Highlands' Mansion and Gardens will be holding their annual enchanting fundraising festival this year with an awesome new feature - an Enchanted Fashion Show for kids and adults to show off their fantastical costumes. Among many more things, they will have a fairy-themed […]
Join Family Funday with PopUpPlay, each Sunday from Memorial Day weekend to September 28th, from 1:00-4:00 pm at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week […]
Join The Candy Lab Ardmore on Sunday, September 14th from 4:00-5:00 pm. This class is especially for children who are neurodiverse who will make 4 yummy, edible crafts. Perfect for ages 5-12. Cost is $20 + sales tax.
Pick-Your-Own Apple season has arrived at Linvilla Orchards! Visitors can head to the orchards to enjoy freshly harvested apples at their peak. Families with small children are encouraged to review how to identify ripe apples before picking, and Linvilla’s knowledgeable staff will be available to provide guidance if needed. Guests […]
Join the Penn Wynne Library to make your own scented candle using soy wax and a variety of essential oils. This event is for kids ages 10-17. Registration is required and opens on September 8th at 4:00 pm.
Join the Kennett Library in the auditorium for Kids Movie Morning on Tuesdays in September. The full movie schedule is as follows: September 9: Beauty and the Beast (1991) | 1hr 24m | Rated G. A prince cursed to spend his days as a hideous monster sets out to regain […]
Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union presents the Berenstain Bears Financial Literacy Program Storytime to children in preschool through 3rd grade. The program consists of a read-aloud of The Berenstain Bears Visit the Credit Union by Mike Berenstain, written in coordination with FMFCU. Children will learn the sound financial concept, “Save, Share, Spend, Earn,” […]
Join 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. Instructed by Join Ms. Jana of Heartwell Yoga, this class is for children ages 18 mos.-5 yrs. Registration is REQUIRED and opens […]
Rock City gives kids the chance to explore instruments at an early age. Their preschool music classes use the power of storytelling to teach musical concepts to kids 3-5 years old. At the same time, students get to explore instruments like drum sticks, hand drums, chimes, xylophone, and much more! […]
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.
My Gym Springfield is hosting 2 free Open House events on Thursday, September 18th and Tuesday, September 23rd. This event is perfect for families with children ages 12 months up to 9 years old that are new to My Gym. Families should register in advance. At this event you will […]
My Gym Springfield is hosting 2 free Open House events on Thursday, September 18th and Tuesday, September 23rd. This event is perfect for families with children ages 12 months up to 9 years old that are new to My Gym. Families should register in advance. At this event you will […]
Join Harmony Kids Playhouse for an incredible celebration of the families who made this play space a reality! Enjoy FREE open play sessions. Sign up for a 30-minute slot between 4:00 and 7:00 pm (or come even if you don't have a time slot). There will also be local food […]
Join a conversation on how boredom can foster healthy development, and how it can relate to screen use and childhood mental health. Learn to recognize signs of tech overuse, gain the tools for building digital resilience, and access community resources to help you bring these practices into your own family. […]
Join the Easttown Library for hands-on STEM fun for teens! Explore science, tech, engineering, and math through creative projects, experiments, and challenges! For ages 12-18. Registration for each session is required.
Teens and their parents are invited to join the Kaiserman Jewish Community Center for an engaging and insightful conversation about teen wellbeing in today’s world. Together, participants will explore: The challenges teens and their parents face Practical strategies for support Preventive measures to promote resilience Ways to help teens build and maintain holistic wellbeing Work together to prepare teens not just for school, […]
Discover AIM Academy, Pennsylvania's largest college-prep school for bright children with language-based learning differences in 1st–12th grade. Learn more about their innovative programs and student support by attending one of their in-person Open House events. These gatherings offer parents and guardians the chance to visit the campus, meet the faculty […]
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.
Craft & Mercantile is a curated night market celebrating local makers & artisans alongside live music + food & drink. Located in the heart of Chester County, this night market brings local artists and the community together in a unique way (often described as magical). A good time is guaranteed […]
The fan favorite, ALWAYS ROCKIN' Food Truckathon returns to the Swarthmore Town Center on Friday, September 19th! Grab your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy an array of sweet and savory offerings from more than 20 vendors and live music by the School of Rock Delco youth house band from […]
This fall, join an exciting and educational pre-recorded show at WCU's Mather Planetarium. Dates and topics of these shows are: September 12, 2025: Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity September 19, 2025: Astronaut October 17, 2025: Asteroid: Mission Extreme October 24, 2025: Oasis In Space November 14, 2025: Black […]
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 […]
Set your sights on a cure for celiac disease! On Saturday, September 20th, run, walk or roll 3.1 miles at Step Beyond Celiac – all ages and abilities are welcome! After you’ve gone the distance, enjoy a selection of gluten-free treats to refuel, learn more about Beyond Celiac and their […]
