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Happy weekend! Plan the perfect weekend with our picks.

Looking for more? Here’s what’s going on in Philly!

All Weekend

‘Annie’ at Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El

February 9, 7:30 pm; and February 10, 2 pm

1001 Remington Road, Wynnewood

 

See the classic musical on stage for two weekends only. Tickets available online.

Indoor Mini Golf at Linvilla Orchards

Through March

137 West Knowlton Rd., Media

 

Fore! The Planet’ is a highly interactive and playful museum exhibit created by the Academy of Natural Sciences with 18 holes of golf that each explore a different topic of our natural world.

Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens

January 19—March 24

1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

 

Embrace the warmth of a lush sanctuary filled with thousands of vibrant, artfully presented orchids from around the world.

Saturday

Character Breakfast at Greater Plymouth Community Center

February 9, 9—10:30 am

2910 Jolly Road, Plymouth Meeting

 

Rapunzel and Captain America will be at this special breakfast event. Kids 2 and under are free. Register in advance to reserve your spot.

Winter Fest at Westtown School

February 9, 9:30—11:30 am

975 Westtown Road, West Chester

 

Enjoy a morning filled with science, art, reading, and fun. This is great opportunity for students and families outside the Westtown community to check out all the school has to offer, and to have a fun morning!  This is a free event and open to children ages 3 – 7 years old, but pre-registration is required, as space is limited.

Valentine Treat-Making at Tyler Arboretum

February 9, 10—11:30 am

515 Painter Rd., Media

 

Make a variety of sweet treats to box up and give to your Valentine. Learn how to melt chocolate for chocolate covered pretzels and strawberries. Also make mini heart-shaped pies to eat, or give to a friend. Suitable for ages 4 and up. Register online.

Valentine’s Day Crafts at Ardmore Library

February 9, 10 am—5 pm

108 Ardmore Ave., Ardmore

 

Come make a Valentine card for a special someone. Craft materials will be available all day.

Family Saturday Matinee: ‘School of Rock’ at BMFI

February 9, 11 am

Bryn Mawr Film Institute, 824 W. Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr

 

This Jack Black comedy is recommended for ages 11 and up. Tickets available online.

Life-Sized Candy Land

February 9, 11 am—1 pm

Radnor Memorial Library, 114 West Wayne Avenue, Wayne

 

Join the magical world of Candy Land as the Children’s Department is transformed into a life-sized board game complete with visits from your favorite characters. Drop in anytime between 11am–1pm to play; no need to register!

Kids’ Seed Paper Valentines

February 9, 11 am—noon

Terrain, 914 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills

 

Kids will learn to make heart-shaped seed paper and newspaper pots for growing a Valentine gift. Reservations are required. $15 per child; no cost for accompanying adults. Cost includes instruction and materials to make one growing valentine.

‘The Dark Crystal’ at Colonial Theatre

February 9, 11:30 am (sensory-friendly screening) and 1:30 pm

227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville

 

Bring the kids for this Jim Henson fantasy classic! The 11:30 am screening will be sensory-friendly, with a more inclusive atmosphere—lights will be dimmed, the volume will be turned down, and the “no talking during the film” rule will not be enforced. Tickets available online.

Drop-In Robotics Lab at Chester Springs Library

February 9, noon—3 pm

1709 Art School Rd., Chester Springs

 

Come and drop in for some robotics action. Stay for as long as you like, investigate and interact with the library’s extensive robotics collection. Suggested ages are grades K and over with their adult.

Family Day of Clay: Polar Bear Family

February 9, 1—2:30 pm

Wayne Art Center, 413 Maplewood Ave., Wayne

 

In this fun workshop, your family will be guided step-by-step to create a family of polar bears using clay and sculpting tools. Pre-register online.

Saturday Family Drop-In at Main Line Art Center

February 9, 2—4 pm

746 Panmure Road, Haverford

 

These classes are geared for children (ages 3-10) to attend alongside their guardian. Each class will begin with a tour of Main Line Art Center’s facilities, followed by a story that will relate to a craft. Media will vary weekly, ranging from painting, to mixed media, to printmaking. Register online.

Silly Joe Sings

February 9, 3—3:45 pm

Phoenixville Public Library, 183 Second Ave., Phoenixville

 

Silly Joe entertains with high-energy sing-along stories, including old standards like “Five Little Ducks” and originals “Big Billy and the Ice-Cream Truck that Wouldn’t Stop.” Children are encouraged to participate and move. Registration required.

Family Friendly Crafternoon Valentine’s Workshop at AR Workshop

February 9, 4—8 pm

233 E. King St., Malvern

 

Enjoy complimentary sweet treats and create a specialty wooden Valentine (or another wooden craft of your choosing). Register online to reserve your spot and pick your creation.

Coatesville Area Intermediate High School presents ‘Cinderella’

February 9, 7—9 pm

CAIHS Auditorium, 1425 E. Lincoln Highway, Coatesville

 

The intermediate high school will present the Disney musical version of Cinderella on stage. Email diguiseppea@casdschools.org for more information.

Sunday

Valentine’s Tea at A Taste of Britain

February 10

A Taste of Britain, 503 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne

 

Enjoy a fancy tea with holiday-themed treats like A Taste of Britain’s special Persian Love Cake. Plus, adults can get a mimosa alongside their tea. What’s not to love? Call to make reservations.

Woodland Garden Terrarium Class

February 10, 10—11 am

Linvilla Orchards, 137 West Knowlton Rd., Media

 

Choose from a variety of containers and plants, and the Linvilla staff will guide you through the whole process of making a mini woodland landscape terrarium. Call (610) 876-7116 to register.

Valentine’s Party with Princess Poppy

February 10, 10:30 am—noon

Lulu’s Casita West Chester, 109 N. High St., West Chester

 

Lulu’s Casita is having a Valentine’s Day party at both locations, with special guest Poppy from Trolls. Enjoy storytime, bubble dance, crafts, treats, and more. $20 per child. Register at luluscasitawestchester@gmail.com for February 10 in West Chester, and info@luluscasita.com for February 14 in Ardmore.

‘The Snow Queen’ at Media Theatre

February 10, noon

104 E. State Street, Media

 

This new musical adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s story is perfect for kids ages 4 and up. Tickets available online.

Parent and Child Pottery Workshop

February 10, 1—2:30 pm

Center on Central, 24 W. Central Avenue, Paoli

 

Work together to create a Valentine heart bowl with a lid. After the workshop, the staff will fire your creations for you. Register online in advance.

Valentine Story and Card Making

February 10, 1:30—2:15 pm

Media-Upper Providence Free Library, 1 East Front St., Media

 

Families can drop in for a festive craft and storytime.

Teddy Bear Tea

February 10, 3—4:30 pm

Greater Plymouth Community Center, 2910 Jolly Road, Plymouth Meeting

 

Each child will build their own animal to stuff and take home with them, along with cookies and “tea.” Register in advance to reserve your spot.

Mommy and Me Mermaid Painting Party

February 10, 3—5 pm

Painting With a Twist, 401 West Chester Pike, Havertown

 

This class is recommended for kids ages 7 and up with a parent. Reserve your spot online.

Daddy Daughter Date Night at Color Me Mine

February 10, 5—6:30 pm

109 W. Lancaster Ave., Wayne

 

Enjoy art time, sweet desserts, photos to take home, and some bubbly (non-alcoholic) to sip while you get creative. Reserve your spot online.

 

Photograph courtesy of the Westtown School.