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Join the Belmont Hills Library at their Bingo for Books Fundraiser at the Belmont Hills Fire Company Hall. Enjoy Bingo games, comedy and live music. This event is for those ages 21 or older and is BYOB. Belmont Hills Library relies heavily on donations from patrons and community members to […]
Celebrate the Gladwyne Free Library, which is owned and operated by the residents of Gladwyne in partnership with Lower Merion Township, at their Spring Cocktail Party and Auction. There will be a raffle and silent auction to raise money for the library. Hearty hors d'oeuvres and dessert will be served […]
The Ardmore Library will host a special Mother's Day program for preschoolers and younger children where exploration and creativity take center stage! Children will create beautiful handprint flowers as gifts for Mother's Day, followed by open-ended finger painting fun. This hands-on workshop in the ARD Program Room emphasizes the joy […]
Stop by the Maguire Art Museum on Mother’s Day for do-it-yourself crafts and artmaking! Make garden artwork inspired by "Planting a Rainbow," or make a card to give to a mom in your life! Craft together, read picture books, and explore the galleries and the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum - for […]
Children’s Book World will celebrate the launch of Katherine Locke and Nicole Melleby’s new anthology, ATHLETE IS AGENDER: True Stories of LGBTQ+ People in Sports. This new book is a nonfiction middle grade anthology featuring both famous athletes (Adam Rippon, Karina Manta, and Cece Telfer!) and kidlit authors, including several […]
Head over to Stoneleigh: a Natural Garden for a special class using gel printing, a fun and easy printmaking technique that uses soft, flexible printing plates to create colorful, layered images. In this hands-on class, children will use natural materials like leaves, flowers, and other found textures to create one-of-a-kind […]
In this free library program, children will travel through the Magic Forest while listening to music by composers like Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Mendelssohn, and others. They will then have the opportunity to reenact parts of different characters and "break the spell" by solving musical riddles and make open-ended crafts inspired by […]
Join the Maguire Art Museum to celebrate new works on view, including sculptures by Robert Engman and "Transcending Nature," selections from the PAFA collection by artists such as Georgia O'Keeffe, at the MAM for a limited amount of time. Stop by after school or work starting at 3:30 pm for […]
Join the Ardmore community for a Memorial Day celebration in Lower Merion Township! The day will begin with the Merion Concert Band playing patriotic selections in front of the Township Building at 9:45 am. At 10:30 am, families can enjoy the Memorial Day parade as it makes its way down […]
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
Children's Book World welcomes two-time Super Bowl winner, Brandon Graham, with co-author Lesley Van Arsdall, and illustrator, Mr. Tom, to celebrate their new book, BG’s ABCs Tackling Football and Life. Brandon, Lesley and Mr. Tom will be signing from 10:00 - 11:30am on Saturday, May 31st. Tickets are required and […]
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
The Gladwyne Library celebrates Pride Month with a delightful afternoon activity for young creators! Children are invited to visit the Junior Room between 3:00 and 5:00 pm to craft their very own rainbow wands. The library will provide all the materials needed—colorful paper, playful stickers, and markers—for little ones to […]
Children’s Book World welcomes Kenneth Oppel as he celebrates the release of his newest novel, Best of All Worlds, a startling, can’t-wait-to-talk-about-it-with-someone novel that defies genre to create a survival thriller unlike any you’ve read before. For fans of Leave the World Behind, A.S. King, M.T. Anderson, and Margaret Atwood, […]
Join the Maguire Art Museum in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, children can listen to "Swimmy and Baby Beluga" and then create ocean artwork inspired by Leo Lionni. Attendees can also enjoy the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum. Family Art and Story Hour is ideal for toddlers and […]
Kick off the new season at Suburban Square's Summer Soiree picnic on Saturday, June 7th. Grab a bite and beverage from around the Square, and enjoy it picnic style on the Lawn. Indulge in free samples of delectable treats from Suburban Square merchants including Shack Shake and Stolzfus Family Foods. […]
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
Father's Day is right around the corner! Come to the Gladwyne Library between 3:00–5:00 pm to create a card for Dad or someone you love. The Library will provide colorful paper, stickers, and markers to decorate with.
This is a welcoming, educational, youth-led celebration for Narberth, Lower Merion Township, and surrounding areas, featuring LGBTQIA+ and allied artists, performers, organizations, and businesses. It’s a time when people from all around Narberth, Lower Merion, and Philadelphia can come together to celebrate diversity, learn from each other, connect with their […]
Children's Book World will host author, Lauren Magaziner, for the launch of her newest novel, The Incorruptibles. If you like action, adventure, and an amazing fantasy story, you won’t want to miss this. As an added bonus, Lauren will be in conversation with Amanda Foody, author of the Wilderlore series!
Spanish Exploradores invites families to join them for Spanish Story Time—a joyful way to introduce your little ones to Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play. Their immersive, activity-based approach helps children build comprehension skills naturally while having fun and making new friends! What to Expect: Music, dancing, and singing […]
It's almost Juneteenth - Freedom Day! Juneteenth is a holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Other names for the holiday include Emancipation Day and Juneteenth Independence. Come to the Gladwyne Library's Junior Room anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 pm to make a special craft celebrating […]
Join the Maguire Museum for a summer solstice celebration. Featuring 22 artists working across diverse mediums—painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media—"Laudato Si': Caring for Our Common Home" presents a rich tapestry of works, both figurative and abstract, that reflect the beauty of the planet and the urgency of its preservation. […]
On June 22, the Kaiserman JCC will host the donation-optional Shalom Summer event! This family-friendly celebration promises a day filled with fun and entertainment for all ages. Enjoy an open jam session and concert featuring lively klezmer music, led by Hankus Netsky and the Klezmer All Stars. Adults can relax […]
In this fun, interactive workshop, rising high school seniors and their parents will learn the limitations of using ChatGPT (and other AI) to write a successful college admissions essay. You'll also learn the one secret of how AI can help you, as well as generate ideas for your own essay, […]
Join us outside at the Maguire Art Museum for art, music, and storytelling. This month, we’re celebrating Eric Carle’s birthday outside in the Barnes Arboretum. Bring a picnic blanket and join for read-aloud favorites like "The Very Hungry Caterpillar." Then, create your own artwork inspired by Eric Carle! Enjoy exploring […]
Ahoy! Craft your vessel and prepare to set sail at the 2025 Cardboard Boat Regatta. Some will sink and others will float, that’s the fun of a cardboard boat. This event has a 3:00 pm check-in time with races to follow. All boats must be built in advance of the […]
Start off the season with art, creativity, and fun at the Maguire Art Museum. See and interact with new works by artists Maria Dumlao and Julianna Foster as part of 20/20 Photo Festival, and hear from the artists at 3:00 pm. Make art and crafts, enjoy refreshments, and learn about […]
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 […]
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.
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 Candy Lab in Ardmore on Saturday, September 27th from 4:00-5:30 pm to make fun and challenging science projects with candy and food items. These projects are not only a great way to learn about the world around us, but they can also be a lot of fun to […]
Join the Maguire Art Museum in the galleries for art, music, and storytelling! This month, they will be reading Leonardo, the Terrible Monster by Mo Willems and painting colorful monster friends! Learn about friendship, colors, and feelings with Ms. Jane by looking at artwork, singing songs, and reading aloud. Free […]
Join the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia for a series of Saturday performances at Goodhart Hall on the Bryn Mawr College campus. Their 25/26 Season will highlight classical gems from Mendelssohn, Mozart, and Stravinsky. On Saturday, October 11th at 7:30 pm, enjoy a Mendelssohn Piano Concerto. Fullana Plays Mozart will take […]
Join Ms. Svetlana and the Penn Wynne Library for Escape from the Haunted Castle: a Classical Music Adventure with a Craft. Just in time for Halloween, children can visit the Haunted Castle! Listen to classical music, play games, gather clues, and move with the music! In the second part of […]
