The Best Things To Do in Philadelphia with Kids
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Philly Family Community Calendar
Ready-Set-School Free Community Days at Please Touch Museum
August 24 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Please Touch Museum’s school readiness campaign offers families the chance to learn about healthy habits and practices through play-based experiences, while enjoying free admission on three designated Sundays during summer 2025. We know that when children are healthy in mind, body, and spirit, they are READY and SET to learn in SCHOOL.
Programming days will include:
June 29
- Vetri’s Mobile Teaching Kitchen
Families and children can learn about healthy eating habits, perfect for getting ready for the school year!
- Mister Boom Boom Performances
Enjoy fun, interactive music sessions in the Playhouse Theatre.
- Storytime
Head to the Book Nook for an interactive storytime.
July 27
- Vetri’s Mobile Teaching Kitchen
Families and children can learn about healthy eating habits, perfect for getting ready for the school year!
- Philly Children’s Theatre
Enjoy a fun, engaging performance in the Playhouse Theatre that highlights character and social-emotional development.
- Storytime
Head to the Book Nook for an interactive storytime.
August 24
- Vetri’s Mobile Teaching Kitchen
Families and children can learn about healthy eating habits, perfect for getting ready for the school year!
- Storytime
Head to the Book Nook for an interactive storytime.
Advance registration is required to attend the Free Community Days.
