Main Line Parent Community Calendar

Event Series Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf is back this winter! This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and more. Perfect for kids of […]

MLK Day of Service at Trinity Presbyterian Church

Trinity Presbyterian Church 640 Berwyn Avenue, Berwyn, PA

Come and join your community in making a positive impact on MLK Weekend with Trinity Presbyterian Church of Berwyn. Visit their Facebook event page to sign up. SCHEDULE 10 am-12 pm: Repair Cafe - bring your repair skills to help mend broken items from our neighborhood. Repair Cafe is an […]

Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Honor the life, service, and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. over MLK Weekend at the Museum, Saturday, Jan. 18 – Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, to discover the ongoing promise of the American Revolution and explore what it takes to change the world. Visit their website for weekend programming […]

Event Series MLK 2025 Celebration

MLK 2025 Celebration

The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. and through the generosity of Citizens, the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is hosting a weekend of activities, including performances, meaningful discussions, family activities, and access to exhibits. AAMP will offer reduced admission to the Museum on Friday, January 17th, Saturday, January […]

Winterfest at IceWorks

IceWorks Skating Complex 3100 Dutton Mill Road, Aston, PA, United States

Come on out for the first annual Winterfest at IceWorks, a fundraiser for Rags 2 Riches Animal Rescue! There will be adoptable dogs, vendors, raffles, and ice skating! Get your tickets for ice skating here.https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/winterfest

Event Series Little Tykes go on Hikes

Little Tykes Go on Hikes

Skunk Hollow Park & Trails 490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova, PA, United States

Hiking with kids can be an intimidating topic. During this 45 minute course, Hiking Hound Adventures, LLC will be on the trail with little ones and their guardians to tackle some of the most asked questions surrounding taking kids into the woods. Through fun games and hands-on activities, we cover […]

$20

Childrens Book World: Meet Illustrator of Wings of Fire Graphic Novel Series!

Children's Book World 17 Haverford Station Road, Haverford, PA

Come and meet illustrator of the Wings of Fire graphic novel series, Mike Holmes. Mike will be chatting and signing his books on Saturday, January 18th from 1–2 pm. Books will be available for pick-up at the event, and will be shipped out Jan 19, 2025.

Camerata Philadelphia Performs the Music of Grieg, Brahms, Stanford

Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square 1904 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Camerata Philadelphia continues its 2024/2025 Center City Season at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square (1904 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103) on Saturday, January 18, at 1 pm. Led by Music Director & cellist Dr. Stephen Framil, the program includes Grieg's Sonata No. 3 in C minor for Violin […]

Free

Get Nutty with Snags the Squirrel & Elliott the Groundhog

Wild Birds Unlimited 371B West Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA, United States

Join Wild Birds Unlimited on Saturday, January 18th at 2 pm as they welcome our special guest, Betsy Shank, founder of Acorn Acres Wildlife Rehabilitation, and learn about the special lives of squirrels and groundhogs, and the importance of wildlife rehabilitation. Meet Acorn Acres' shaggy spokesmammals, Snags and Elliott, too! […]

Free

Fire & Frost Fun at Peddler’s Village

Peddlers Village 2400 Street Rd, New Hope, PA, United States

Fire & Frost Fun at Peddler’s Village is one of the most Instagrammable events in the Philadelphia region taking place on Friday & Saturday, January 10 & 11 and 17 & 18 from 4:00–8:00 p.m. Featuring dozens of spectacular ice sculptures, fire artistry performances, a live DJ, and a Find Jack Frost […]

Event Series Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf is back this winter! This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and more. Perfect for kids of […]

Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Honor the life, service, and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. over MLK Weekend at the Museum, Saturday, Jan. 18 – Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, to discover the ongoing promise of the American Revolution and explore what it takes to change the world. Visit their website for weekend programming […]

Event Series MLK 2025 Celebration

MLK 2025 Celebration

The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. and through the generosity of Citizens, the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is hosting a weekend of activities, including performances, meaningful discussions, family activities, and access to exhibits. AAMP will offer reduced admission to the Museum on Friday, January 17th, Saturday, January […]

Event Series Peter Pan

Peter Pan

Arden Theatre 40 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Showtimes also at noon and 4 pm on Saturdays & Sundays through February 1st! Arden Children’s Theatre presents a brand-new production that celebrates the joy of storytelling and the power of imagination! Join Peter Pan on an adventure to Neverland, a magical island where there are no parents, no chores, […]

The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia – Brillhart & Baroque

Perelman Theater, The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts 300 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia presents Brillhart & Baroque. For a gateway into the world of the Baroque, the Brandenburg Concertos are quintessentially Bach. Conducted by Jeffrey Brillhart, this concert features two of these delightful “Brandenburgs” along with his celebrated cantata “Ich habe genug” sung by Soprano Kara Goodrich. Rebel’s […]

Junie B. Jones, The Musical

Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie’s friend, Lucille, doesn’t want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard […]

8th Annual MLK Clothing Drive Fundraiser

Cedar Grove Park & Barn 100 Cedar Grove Road, Conshocken, PA

Donate to the Whitemarsh Township 8th annual MLK clothing drive fundraiser! Proceeds support Whitemarsh Township Day 2025 and the Colonial Neighborhood Council. They are collecting the following items in standard size kitchen trash bags (13 gallon bags or any drawstring garbage bags): Usable and wearable men's, women's, and children's clothing […]

Upper Merion Township – MLK Community Day Of Service

Upper Merion Township Building 175 W Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA

Upper Merion Township Library, in partnership with Girl Scout Rebecca Montich and Girl Scout Troop 7208, present the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service! This event is intended for families to partake in a variety of fun community service activities that will benefit the Upper Merion area. […]

Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Please Touch Museum

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

Join PTM for a meaningful celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., where families can engage in activities that reflect his legacy of equality, justice, and peace. Included with regular museum admission.

Event Series Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf is back this winter! This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and more. Perfect for kids of […]

MLK Day of Edible Crafts

The Candy Lab 22 E Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA

Join The Candy Lab on MLK Day as they make 8–10 yummy and beautiful edible crafts out of candy, fruit, and vegetables, PLUS a load of other fun candy-themed games. Only $40 per crafter (+$2.40 tax). Perfect for ages 5–12.

MLK Day of Service at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Bring your family to Riverbend for a Martin Luther King Day of Service! Riverbend is hosting a Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and improve their communities. This event is open to ALL ages! Please bring your own […]

Pay What You Wish

Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Honor the life, service, and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. over MLK Weekend at the Museum, Saturday, Jan. 18 – Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, to discover the ongoing promise of the American Revolution and explore what it takes to change the world. Visit their website for weekend programming […]

Event Series MLK 2025 Celebration

MLK 2025 Celebration

The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. and through the generosity of Citizens, the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is hosting a weekend of activities, including performances, meaningful discussions, family activities, and access to exhibits. AAMP will offer reduced admission to the Museum on Friday, January 17th, Saturday, January […]

Book Drive for West Philadelphia Alliance for Children + Overbrook Education Center

Penn Wynne Library 130 Overbrook Parkway, Wynnewood, PA, United States

Penn Wynne Library is collecting books for the West Philadelphia Alliance for Children. Please bring your new or gently used books for grades K-8 to Penn Wynne, any day of the week, from now until January 22nd. Accepting new and gently used books, ideally with diverse characters, for: K–4th grade […]

Drop-in Kindness Cards (or Rocks!) for MLK Day of Service

Media-Upper Providence Free Library 1 E. Front Street, Media, PA, United States

Drop in any time during the posted hours to make kindness cards or rocks. Any age welcome. Take your cards and rocks home to distribute them in the community or leave them at the library and they'll give them out! Upstairs in the large room. Two sessions: 10:15 – 11:30 […]

Cradles to Crayons MLK Day Donation Drive

Multiple Locations

Cradles To Crayons is proud to celebrate Dr. King’s legacy of service by offering several opportunities for volunteer engagement in support of our mission to help children living in poverty throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Their MLK Day donation drive is extremely important in helping to fill their shelves with […]

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

In recognition of the day’s significance, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a variety of fun and inspiring family activities. Guests of all ages can pick up an activity card and explore the Conservatory while learning about Dr. King’s life, values, and mission to help spread kindness and […]

Family Festival | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

From noon to 2 pm, enjoy Art & Storytelling. Listen to stories of courage, strength, and determination of people committed to making freedom and racial equality a reality in their lives. wooCollage artmaking will celebrate the activism of Dr. King and many others involved in the Civil Rights Movement. At […]

Kids Bake & Create Classes

BodyX 22 North Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA, United States

Looking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained this MLK Day? Bring them to BodyX Kitchen & Fitness studio for Kids Bake & Create Classes — a sweet way to spend the day off school! The fun-filled schedule includes: Mixing, baking, and decorating cookies Designing an apron or […]

Drop-in Kindness Cards (or Rocks!) for MLK Day of Service

Media-Upper Providence Free Library 1 E. Front Street, Media, PA, United States

Drop in any time during the posted hours to make kindness cards or rocks. Any age welcome. Take your cards and rocks home to distribute them in the community or leave them at the library and they'll give them out! Upstairs in the large room. Two sessions: 10:15 – 11:30 […]

Event Series Chess & Crochet Crew

Chess & Crochet Crew

Easttown Library 720 First Avenue, Berwyn, PA, United States

Come to the Children's and Teen Areas at the library for a casual game of chess and/or a relaxing crochet session. Beginner chess and crochet lessons will be available from Ms. Shelby. Knitters and other fiber artists welcome! Chessboard and pieces will be available to borrow during the program. There […]

Event Series Indoor Mini Golf

Indoor Mini Golf

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA, United States

Linvilla Orchards "Fore! The Planet" mini golf is back this winter! This highly interactive and playful museum exhibit was created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Eighteen unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and more. Perfect for kids of […]

Event Series Story Time & Crafts

Story Time & Crafts

Lulu's Casita Ardmore 6 Cricket Avenue, Ardmore, PA, United States

Come hang out at Lulu's Casita for a mini fiesta and bilingual story time every Tuesday at 10:30 am. Included with regular admission.

Middle School Meetup (Grades 5-8)

Penn Wynne Library 130 Overbrook Parkway, Wynnewood, PA, United States

Middle School Meetup is where kids in grades 5–8 can come play games, make crafts, or just hang out with friends. No registration required but you must be in grades 5–8.  You do not need to arrive right at 3:30, this is open house style where you may come for […]