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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.
Need inspo to write your college essay? Come to a free presentation at the Tredyffrin Library on how to tell your captivating and sincere story: “CONQUERING THE COLLEGE ESSAY.” Register today with award-winning Between The Lines Tutoring's Carrie Waldron-Brown. Hundreds of students have benefitted from Carrie’s guidance. In this workshop […]
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 […]
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.
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
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 […]
Join the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation on Friday, September 26, 2025, for Phillies Ovarian Cancer Awareness Night. The Philadelphia Phillies will dedicate their final regular-season home game to ovarian cancer awareness. Fans wearing teal will unite at Citizens Bank Park to show their support, and a portion of ticket […]
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly, naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. Participants will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and […]
Linvilla Orchards' highly anticipated Annual Apple Festival, a celebration dedicated to the delicious and versatile apple, is back for 2025! Guests will have the chance to explore their flourishing orchards, participate in apple picking, and savor a variety of delectable apple goodies. Linvilla has a variety of delicious apples that […]
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 […]
If you or someone you know in Chester County is struggling to make ends meet, Trinity Presbyterian Church of Berwyn's Caring Cupboard Food Pantry is here to help. Their Caring Cupboard has recently enhanced its services to a "Choice Model" food pantry to better support local individuals and families experiencing […]
The Delaware River Festival is back for another year along the Delaware River! Connecting both the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts, come on down for this annual event that features family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning opportunities. Whether you want to enjoy free ferry rides, museum visits, pedal boat opportunities, […]
Join the fourth annual Oktoberfest in Downtown West Chester on Saturday, September 27th! Participating locations will have a select list of $6 fall beers or ciders and fall-themed appetizers. No tickets are needed, simply show up at one (or multiple) of the participating locations and ask for the Oktoberfest specials. There […]
Help make the park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and outdoor […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]