The Best Things To Do Around The Main Line with Kids
Discover the best family-friendly things to do in and around the Main Line with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties today and plan your next family adventure!
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DCS Symphony Explorers
McNichol Art Gallery, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center Neumann University, Aston, PA Two Neumann Dr, Aston
Foundry Fundays – Day Off Camps in Glenside
12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside
School-Closure Day Camp at The Clubhouse
The Clubhouse Phoenixville - 1288 Valley Forge Road, Unit 87, Phoenixville PA 19460 1288 Valley Forge Rd #87, Phoenixville
School’s Out: Mindful Moments at Roots to Branches Soul Studio
Roots to Branches Soul Studio 110 Ardmore Ave. Rear B2, Ardmore
Week of Events
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
For more than 32 seasons, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest has been Philadelphia's favorite wintertime tradition on the Delaware River Waterfront. It invites visitors to indulge in flights of fancy under thousands of sparkling lights in a wonderland with spectacular views of the Delaware River.
DCS Symphony Explorers
Join a FREE introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school age students accompanied by a parent or guardian, sponsored by Delaware County Symphony. From 6:30 – 7:00 pm, learn about the tuba and music to be performed by Delaware County Symphony in concert on Sunday March 1, 2026, […]
Lunar New Year Scavenger Hunt and Craft
Decorate a traditional red envelope to celebrate Lunar New Year, then learn about Chinese Zodiac folklore by going on an animal scavenger hunt around the children’s area and earn a special treat! Visit the children’s desk anytime between February 2-17th to participate. Please Note: The Library will be closed Wednesday, […]
Monday, February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 -Winter Day Off Mini Camps at Lolo Leo
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February 16, 2026 -Foundry Fundays – Day Off Camps in Glenside
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February 16, 2026 -School-Closure Day Camp at The Clubhouse
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February 16, 2026 -School’s Out: Mindful Moments at Roots to Branches Soul Studio
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February 16, 2026 -Lunar New Year at Dilworth Park
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February 16, 2026 -Crafternoon: Exploring the Art of Alma Thomas
Winter Day Off Mini Camps at Lolo Leo
Let the kids laugh and play on a day off at Lolo Leo in Paoli. Participants ages 18 months to 5 years old will enjoy arts and crafts and other engaging activities in a bilingual setting. Half day (from 9 am -12:30 pm) and full day (9 am - 3 […]
Foundry Fundays – Day Off Camps in Glenside
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Foundry Funday programs turn holidays, half-days, spring break, and school days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures your child will love—and you’ll feel great about. Designed for busy Philly-area parents who want meaningful educational experiences, their camps blend STEM learning, creativity, movement, and fun in a […]
School-Closure Day Camp at The Clubhouse
No school? No problem — The Clubhouse has you covered! Looking for a fun, safe, and flexible option when school is closed? Kids can join them for a morning of play (9 am–12 pm) or extend to a full day until 2 pm with their easy add-on options. Morning Session […]
School’s Out: Mindful Moments at Roots to Branches Soul Studio
Roots to Branches Soul Studio hosts a 1/2 day workshop incorporating movement, nature exploration, arts & crafts, snacks, & hot cocoa for ages 6-10. Please dress in layers, bring a water bottle, and shoes appropriate for walking on some dirt trails. Kids leave with a decorated canvas tote and winter […]
Lunar New Year at Dilworth Park
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with themed food and drink specials throughout the week.
Crafternoon: Exploring the Art of Alma Thomas
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about African American artist, Alma Thomas! Listen to a read aloud of Ablaze with Color: the Story of Painter Alma Thomas by Jeanne Walker Harvey. Then, create your own artwork inspired by the art style of Alma Thomas! For ages 5+ Required Registration begins 2/9/26
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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February 17, 2026 -Foundry Fundays – Day Off Camps in Glenside
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February 17, 2026 -Shalom Momma Postpartum Group
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February 17, 2026 -Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park
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February 17, 2026 -Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
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February 17, 2026 -Homeschool Hangout: Holidays Around the World- Celebrate Lunar New Year
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February 17, 2026 -Black History Month Documentary Screening at Belmont Hills Library
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February 17, 2026 -A Visit With…Martha Washington
Foundry Fundays – Day Off Camps in Glenside
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Foundry Funday programs turn holidays, half-days, spring break, and school days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures your child will love—and you’ll feel great about. Designed for busy Philly-area parents who want meaningful educational experiences, their camps blend STEM learning, creativity, movement, and fun in a […]
Shalom Momma Postpartum Group
Looking for your parent village? The Shalom Momma Postpartum Group offers a welcoming space where new and returning parents can give and receive support, ask questions, and build a parent community close to home. Each week features a topic related to you and your baby, along with a song and […]
Trail Tuesday Walks at Valley Forge Park
Walk. Talk. Get Healthy. Be Happy. Join Trail Tuesdays, weekly walks in the park that are open to all fitness levels. Dogs and strollers welcome. Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Walk starts at Valley Forge Park Alliance Table by the Canteen in the Lower Parking Lot. In case of […]
Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Homeschool Hangout: Holidays Around the World- Celebrate Lunar New Year
Join Miss Rebecca and your fellow homeschool and non-traditional schooled friends for a Lunar New Year themed story time and craft. Read a story (or two!), and then complete a themed craft. This homeschool hangout program is for ages 2+. *Ages 2-6 must have adults remain in the room for […]
Black History Month Documentary Screening at Belmont Hills Library
Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move. Directed by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims, this documentary "explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of […]
A Visit With…Martha Washington
George Washington is rightfully known as “the indispensable man.” However, few people really know the “worthy partner” who supported him through the long War of Independence. Lady Washington followed her husband to every winter encampment during the war, and then into the most powerful residence in the new nation, the […]
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026 -Budding Naturalists with Riverbend
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February 18, 2026 -Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
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February 18, 2026 -Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Budding Naturalists with Riverbend
Riverbend's Budding Naturalists program invites children ages 2–5 and their caregivers to discover the joy of nature through hands-on, outdoor exploration every week this winter, with three flexible class options (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM, Thursdays at 2:00 PM, or Fridays at 9:15 AM starting January 7–9) that include storytime, nature […]
Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Just in time for Valentine's Day, join audiences in Media for the Regional Premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig wrote this heartwarming story of a World War II courtship about his own parents. When U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor in Oregon, starts […]
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 -Newborn/Postpartum Mom’s Support Group
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February 19, 2026 -Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
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February 19, 2026 -Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Newborn/Postpartum Mom’s Support Group
"Having a newborn is life-changing. Having support is paramount." Philadelphia Couples Therapy knows how transformative yet harrowing having a new baby can be. The first few months to the first few years of a child's life has the potential to be incredible but also traumatizing. Support groups are one of […]
Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Just in time for Valentine's Day, join audiences in Media for the Regional Premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig wrote this heartwarming story of a World War II courtship about his own parents. When U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor in Oregon, starts […]
Friday, February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026 -Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards
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February 20, 2026 -Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
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February 20, 2026 -Read, Move & Groove
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February 20, 2026 -Open Play + Magic Show & Giant Bubble Extravaganza
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February 20, 2026 -Fire and Ice Festival
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February 20, 2026 -Open Play + Magic Show & Giant Bubble Extravaganza
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February 20, 2026 -Parents Night Out at Reach Climbing and Fitness
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February 20, 2026 -Kids Club at The Clubhouse Wellness Center
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February 20, 2026 -Splashing for a Cure
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February 20, 2026 -Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards
Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]
Lunar New Year Crafts at Ludington Library
Come into the Junior Room from 12 to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and create a wonderful craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 3 and up can do one craft a day while supplies last. No registration necessary.
Read, Move & Groove
Join The Little Gym Ardmore on February 20th for an hour of exploration, story time, and a mini craft designed for children ages 4 months to 3 years.
Open Play + Magic Show & Giant Bubble Extravaganza
Join Harmony Kids Playhouse on February 20th for an afternoon of fun. Children will play while magic begins and giant bubbles float and pop!
Fire and Ice Festival
Visit Skippack Village's 2nd annual Fire and Ice Festival. Come out February 20-21st to enjoy stunning sculptures, fiery performances, and live music with the whole family!
Open Play + Magic Show & Giant Bubble Extravaganza
Join Harmony Kids Playhouse on February 20th for an afternoon of fun. Children will play while magic begins and giant bubbles float and pop!
Parents Night Out at Reach Climbing and Fitness
While your kids are conquering the climbing walls and ninja obstacles, take this opportunity to enjoy a night out on the town. Whether it’s a quiet dinner, a movie, or taking the chance to climb without having to keep an eye on the kids, relish the chance to unwind while […]
Kids Club at The Clubhouse Wellness Center
Kids Club is The Clubhouse Wellness Center's signature drop-off event for ages 4–12! Each session blends movement, foam-pit fun, turf games, creative projects, and rotating themed activities — all led by their instructors in a safe, small-group environment. Kids get to move, play, create, make friends, and enjoy screen-free fun… […]
Splashing for a Cure
Join Goldfish Swim School for Splashing for a Cure, a special family swim event on Friday, February 20th from 6:00–7:30 PM, kicking off the first day of Penn State THON. All proceeds from this event will be donated directly to support pediatric cancer research and families impacted by childhood cancer. […]
Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Just in time for Valentine's Day, join audiences in Media for the Regional Premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig wrote this heartwarming story of a World War II courtship about his own parents. When U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor in Oregon, starts […]
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards
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February 21, 2026 -Middle School Open House at Notre Dame
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February 21, 2026 -Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum
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February 21, 2026 -Children’s Market at the Philly Home + Garden Show
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February 21, 2026 -Mini Makers Robotics Class
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February 21, 2026 -Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
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February 21, 2026 -Black History STEM Workshop: Innovate, Engineer, Elevate
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February 21, 2026 -Black History STEM Fair: Innovate, Engineer, Elevate In-Person
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February 21, 2026 -Teen & Tween Artist Justin Lockley
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February 21, 2026 -Lunar New Year in Media: Lion Dance on State Street
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February 21, 2026 -Ned Hector – Black Revolutionary War Hero
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February 21, 2026 -Kids Club at The Clubhouse Wellness Center
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February 21, 2026 -Fire and Ice Festival
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February 21, 2026 -Dreams in Motion with First State Ballet Theatre
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February 21, 2026 -Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Indoor Mini Golf At Linvilla Orchards
Fore! The Planet is an interactive and playful miniature golf experience at Linvilla Orchards perfect for the entire family. This interactive 18 hole exhibition created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia serves as a valuable tool to heighten children's awareness of the environment. The course features unique educational […]
Middle School Open House at Notre Dame
For prospective students in grades 4, 5, 6, & 7 and their parents. Families interested in the Middle School at the Academy of Notre Dame are invited to join them for this special event featuring guided tours of their 39-acre campus, a visit with their Head of School, a parent […]
Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum
Ring in the Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum with a festive performance by the Philadelphia Suns and themed workshops that bring the traditions of the holiday to life. Enjoy Zodiac Animal Matching in the Tot Spot, Story times featuring readings of Ruby’s Lunar New Year, Chinese calligraphy […]
Children’s Market at the Philly Home + Garden Show
Calling all young entrepreneurs ages 5–17! Here's your chance to run your own business and earn real cash with a booth at the Philly Home + Garden Show. With more than 20,000 attendees, this is an unbeatable opportunity for kids to showcase their creativity, sharpen their business skills, and enjoy […]
Mini Makers Robotics Class
Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]
Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]
Black History STEM Workshop: Innovate, Engineer, Elevate
Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration. The FOBH STEM Workshop invites students and curious creators to dive into engineering, robotics, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. Event Highlights: Build a working robot alongside special guest “Stevie the Inventor,” who will […]
Black History STEM Fair: Innovate, Engineer, Elevate In-Person
Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration at the FOBH STEM Fair. This event invites families, students, and curious creators to dive into engineering, robotics, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. Event Highlights: Student STEM Showcase featuring creative projects, […]
Teen & Tween Artist Justin Lockley
Artist Justin Lockley will be speaking to teens and tweens in honor of Black History Month. He will talk about overcoming obstacles and his journey to his dream of being an artist. Registration is required.
Lunar New Year in Media: Lion Dance on State Street
The Lion Dance will begin in front of Plum Street Park on Saturday, February 21st at 2pm. They will walk down toward Orange Street and loop back up to greet the local shops and businesses. The event should last about two hours and will end in front of Peking Restaurant.
Ned Hector – Black Revolutionary War Hero
Join the Haverford Township Free Library for an afternoon with historical interpreter, Noah Lewis who presents the life and times of Edward “Ned” Hector, a black soldier who fought in the American Revolution for the Continental Army for the cause of American Independence. Ned Hector served as a teamster (a […]
Kids Club at The Clubhouse Wellness Center
Kids Club is The Clubhouse Wellness Center's signature drop-off event for ages 4–12! Each session blends movement, foam-pit fun, turf games, creative projects, and rotating themed activities — all led by their instructors in a safe, small-group environment. Kids get to move, play, create, make friends, and enjoy screen-free fun… […]
Fire and Ice Festival
Visit Skippack Village's 2nd annual Fire and Ice Festival. Come out February 20-21st to enjoy stunning sculptures, fiery performances, and live music with the whole family!
Dreams in Motion with First State Ballet Theatre
Dreams in Motion by First State Ballet Theatre is contemporary ballet that is sure to move you. This program explores the whimsical and surreal side of the dreamscape with two ballets from FSBT’s repertoire by choreographer Viktor Plotnikov: Fantasy to Dvořák and Nonsense (In the Sense of Innocence). Audiences will […]
Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Just in time for Valentine's Day, join audiences in Media for the Regional Premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig wrote this heartwarming story of a World War II courtship about his own parents. When U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor in Oregon, starts […]
Sunday, February 22, 2026
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February 22, 2026 -Children’s Market at the Philly Home + Garden Show
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February 22, 2026 -Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
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February 22, 2026 -Shrek the Musical!
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February 22, 2026 -Dreams in Motion with First State Ballet Theatre
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February 22, 2026 -Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
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February 22, 2026 -Shrek the Musical!
Children’s Market at the Philly Home + Garden Show
Calling all young entrepreneurs ages 5–17! Here's your chance to run your own business and earn real cash with a booth at the Philly Home + Garden Show. With more than 20,000 attendees, this is an unbeatable opportunity for kids to showcase their creativity, sharpen their business skills, and enjoy […]
Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]
Shrek the Musical!
Enjoy this cast of multigenerational members of the community as they perform Shrek the Musical! See your favorite characters such as Shrek, Fiona, Lord Farquaad, the Gingerbread man, and of course the hilarious Donkey! Buy your tickets soon as they tend to sell out!
Dreams in Motion with First State Ballet Theatre
Dreams in Motion by First State Ballet Theatre is contemporary ballet that is sure to move you. This program explores the whimsical and surreal side of the dreamscape with two ballets from FSBT’s repertoire by choreographer Viktor Plotnikov: Fantasy to Dvořák and Nonsense (In the Sense of Innocence). Audiences will […]
Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Hedgerow Theatre
Just in time for Valentine's Day, join audiences in Media for the Regional Premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig wrote this heartwarming story of a World War II courtship about his own parents. When U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor in Oregon, starts […]
Shrek the Musical!
Enjoy this cast of multigenerational members of the community as they perform Shrek the Musical! See your favorite characters such as Shrek, Fiona, Lord Farquaad, the Gingerbread man, and of course the hilarious Donkey! Buy your tickets soon as they tend to sell out!

