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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  • Valentine Terrariums at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Learn how to make a modern terrarium and how to keep your air plant happy! Registration is required.

  • GRAB&GO KIT: Valentine Yeti

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    This Grab and Go offering is for Ages 3-10 ONLY - younger crafters may need adult assistance. You must register, telling the library to save a kit for you. ONE KIT PER REGISTRATION, ONE CHILD PER REGISTRATION. You will need multiple email addresses to register multiple children. We apologize for […]

  • Teen Crochet and Crafts Club

    Teen Crochet and Crafts Club
    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    The Tredyffrin Library will provide the supplies to make a beginner-friendly crochet project. Then, bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Contact Laurie for further information: Ldoan@ccls.org or 610-688-7092 x200.

  • Teen Crochet and Crafts Club

    Teen Crochet and Crafts Club
    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    The Tredyffrin Library will provide the supplies to make a beginner-friendly crochet project. Then, bring whatever you're working on to the next sessions. Contact Laurie for further information: Ldoan@ccls.org or 610-688-7092 x200.

  • Budding Bookworms: Let’s Learn about Colors at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join the Tredyffrin Library each week for thematic books, songs, and creative movement followed by a small craft. This class is for preschool children ages 3-6 with a caregiver. Caregivers should be available to assist children with projects that include cutting, gluing and simple painting. Registration is required. Please only […]

  • Teens Color Mixing for Icing at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Learn to make vibrant cookies with an easy homemade icing recipe and an introduction to the art of mixing food colorings. Registration is required for this event.

  • Bookworms to Backpacks PreK and Kindergarten Readiness at the Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join your preschool friends for age-appropriate activities in a fun and safe environment. Each Bookworms to Backpacks session will have different centers set up to work on fine and gross motor skills.  These will include sorting, correspondence, scissor skills, building, problem solving, sensory play, and more. Caregivers are required to […]

  • CommuniTEE Day at Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Come putt putt INSIDE your libraries and support the  the Tredyffrin Township Library Foundation’s endowment fund. This Fund supports growth and ensures a strong future for Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library. Communi-TEE Day is your chance to play 18 holes of miniature golf inside Tredyffrin Public Library, and five holes […]

  • Par-TEE at the Tredyffrin Public Library (Adult Event)

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Parents, gather your friends and neighbors and come out to Par-TEE to support the Tredyffrin Township Library Foundation's endowment fund. This fund supports growth and ensures a strong future for Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library. The Par-TEE is a fun night out for adults at the Tredyffrin Public Library. […]

  • Bookworms to Backpacks PreK and Kindergarten Readiness at the Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join your preschool friends for age-appropriate activities in a fun and safe environment. Each Bookworms to Backpacks session will have different centers set up to work on fine and gross motor skills.  These will include sorting, correspondence, scissor skills, building, problem solving, sensory play, and more. Caregivers are required to […]

  • Bookworms to Backpacks PreK and Kindergarten Readiness at the Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join your preschool friends for age-appropriate activities in a fun and safe environment. Each Bookworms to Backpacks session will have different centers set up to work on fine and gross motor skills.  These will include sorting, correspondence, scissor skills, building, problem solving, sensory play, and more. Caregivers are required to […]

  • Mike Curato Author Talk & Book Signing

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join the Tredyffrin Library for a special event as they welcome Mike Curato for a Talk and Book Signing! Mike Curato is an award-winning author and illustrator of books for children, teens, and adults. He is best known for his Little Elliot picture book series and his award winning young […]

    Free
  • Conquer the College Essay

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    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 […]

  • Read with Pride at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join the Tredyffrin Library in the Tyler Hedges Room for stories and songs to celebrate Pride. This storytime will also include a craft following the stories. The event is for children ages 2 to 5 and registration is required.

  • “Conquering the College Essay” Free Presentation at the Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Get motivated to start your pesky college essay and learn more about what factually contributes to a powerful personal statement. Join Tredyffrin Public Library for a free presentation with award-winning tutor and writing specialist Carrie Waldron-Brown, MA. This enthusiastic educator holds a Master of Arts in English Literature from Middlebury […]

    Free
  • Father’s Day Mini Maker Event at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join the Tredyffrin Library in their Maker Space for a Father's Day themed book and special craft.  This event is for ages 3-6 with a caregiver and registration is required (for child only).    

  • Teen Library Night at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Teens can join the Tredyffrin Library for a fun night of conversation, pizza, and games. Participants must reserve a spot with Laurie at least one hour ahead of the event and let her know if they would like one or two slices of pizza.

  • The Mystery of the Missing Band at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Bring your kiddos ages 4-8 to the Tredyffrin Library for "The Mystery of the Missing Band," performed by Claire Golden Drake.  When a local music group disappears, some friends go looking for them … and end up on a wild, music-filled chase! Learn all about the building blocks of music […]

  • National Library Week at Tredyffrin and Paoli Libraries

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA +1 more

    Head to Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library for special National Library Week programs April 6-10! Enjoy special storytimes, book clubs, and programs for all ages, as well as these highlights: Sunday, April 6, 2–4 pm at Tredyffrin Public Library Catch a special advance screening of Free for All: The […]

    Free
  • National Library Week at Tredyffrin and Paoli Libraries

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA +1 more

    Head to Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library for special National Library Week programs April 6-10! Enjoy special storytimes, book clubs, and programs for all ages, as well as these highlights: Sunday, April 6, 2–4 pm at Tredyffrin Public Library Catch a special advance screening of Free for All: The […]

    Free
  • National Library Week at Tredyffrin and Paoli Libraries

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA +1 more

    Head to Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library for special National Library Week programs April 6-10! Enjoy special storytimes, book clubs, and programs for all ages, as well as these highlights: Sunday, April 6, 2–4 pm at Tredyffrin Public Library Catch a special advance screening of Free for All: The […]

    Free
  • National Library Week at Tredyffrin and Paoli Libraries

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA +1 more

    Head to Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library for special National Library Week programs April 6-10! Enjoy special storytimes, book clubs, and programs for all ages, as well as these highlights: Sunday, April 6, 2–4 pm at Tredyffrin Public Library Catch a special advance screening of Free for All: The […]

    Free
  • National Library Week at Tredyffrin and Paoli Libraries

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA +1 more

    Head to Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library for special National Library Week programs April 6-10! Enjoy special storytimes, book clubs, and programs for all ages, as well as these highlights: Sunday, April 6, 2–4 pm at Tredyffrin Public Library Catch a special advance screening of Free for All: The […]

    Free
  • National Library Week at Tredyffrin and Paoli Libraries

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA +1 more

    Head to Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library for special National Library Week programs April 6-10! Enjoy special storytimes, book clubs, and programs for all ages, as well as these highlights: Sunday, April 6, 2–4 pm at Tredyffrin Public Library Catch a special advance screening of Free for All: The […]

    Free
  • National Library Week at Tredyffrin and Paoli Libraries

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA +1 more

    Head to Tredyffrin Public Library and Paoli Library for special National Library Week programs April 6-10! Enjoy special storytimes, book clubs, and programs for all ages, as well as these highlights: Sunday, April 6, 2–4 pm at Tredyffrin Public Library Catch a special advance screening of Free for All: The […]

    Free
  • Guitar 101 with Bach to Rock – Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Calling all middle school and high school aspiring rock stars! Come out to the King Meeting Room at the Tredyffrin Library on Friday, March 28th to learn guitar basics and play a song in this introductory session. Bring your guitar if you have one. Registration is required.

  • “Ladybug Launch” Book Event with author Melissa Trempe at Tredyffrin Library

    Tredyffrin Library 582 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA

    Join children's book author Melissa Trempe on March 26 at 5:00 pm at the Tredyffrin Library for a delightful exploration of ladybugs and their surprising journey to outer space! Young explorers ages 4-8 will discover fascinating facts about these beloved insects, get up close with live ladybugs, and create a […]