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SUMMARY:Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
DESCRIPTION:What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? \nVisit our wish wall\, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery\, and write or draw your vision for our nation’s future. Your wish will then be added to the wall to encourage further discussion\, and to display the diversity of lived experiences\, stories\, and desires of our community. \nThe Free Library encourages patrons to make their voice heard and delve deeper into civic engagement. By advancing literacy\, guiding learning\, and inspiring curiosity\, the Free Library of Philadelphia can provide avenues for patrons to work towards making their wishes into reality. \nThis program is a part of the exhibition celebrating America’s 250th\, Philadelphia: For the People\, which will be on display from May 2026 – January 2027 in the 2nd Floor West Gallery of the Parkway Central Library.
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/wish-wall-at-parkway-central-library/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the library,Community Event,For Kids Ages 11 – 14,For Kids Ages 15+,For Kids Ages 7 – 10,For Kids Ages 8 – 10,For The Whole Family
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SUMMARY:(Daily) Botany of Nations at The Academy of Natural Sciences
DESCRIPTION:From March 28\, 2026 to February 14\, 2027\, Botany of Nations is a groundbreaking exhibition that offers a culturally layered\, new perspective on the legendary Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery\, co-curated with ethnobotanist and author Enrique Salmón\, PhD\, and developed with contributions from Indigenous cultural historians. Centering the voices of Native Nations who have protected and cared for these lands for thousands of years\, the exhibition presents plants as portals to Indigenous storytelling and knowledge — illuminating how Native Nations shaped America’s plant knowledge long before Western scientists claimed these “discoveries.” \nLearn more here.
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/daily-botany-of-nations-at-the-academy-of-natural-sciences/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:The Academy of Natural Sciences\, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Family Event
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SUMMARY:Wawa Hoagie Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate one of Philadelphia’s favorite modern summer traditions in the heart of the Historic District: Wawa Hoagie Day! Join thousands of locals and visitors to honor local heroes and enjoy a performance by Voices of Service. \nFree Wawa Shorti Hoagies will be served at noon on Arch Street between 5th and 6th Streets\, followed by a free concert on Independence Mall featuring the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band. \nAdmission to the Center is free courtesy of Wawa.
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/wawa-hoagie-day/
LOCATION:525 Arch Street\, 525 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Food/Dining,For The Whole Family,Fourth of July
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SUMMARY:Just Us Exhibition at the Barnes Foundation
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, the Barnes Foundation is exhibiting works by incarcerated artists at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Phoenix\, southeast Pennsylvania’s maximum-security prison for men and members of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Rec Crew\, a job readiness and life skills program for justice-impacted young adults. \nJust Us reflects on the past\, present\, and future of the US as we mark our 250th anniversary. Original works consider the power of memory\, celebrate heritage and community\, and explore the resilience of hope. \nAdmission to the exhibit is free with general admission to the museum.
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/just-us-exhibition-at-the-barnes-foundation/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Barnes Foundation\, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Film,Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Ministry of Awe
DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Awe is a new\, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that’s located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM\, they end up leaving in awe.
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/ministry-of-awe/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Ministry of Awe\, 27 N. 3rd Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event,For Kids Ages 1 – 3,For Kids Ages 11 – 14,For Kids Ages 15+,For Kids Ages 4 – 6,For Kids Ages 8 – 10,For The Whole Family
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SUMMARY:Beat a Historian: Trivia With Jon Meacham
DESCRIPTION:Think you know American history better than Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and National Constitution Center Semiquincentennial Scholar Jon Meacham? \nPut your knowledge to the test in this lively trivia showdown featuring questions from the Center’s special America’s 250th edition of Trivial Pursuit: Exploring America’s Story. Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a fun challenge\, see if you have what it takes to outscore one of the nation’s most celebrated historians.
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/beat-a-historian-trivia-with-jon-meacham/
LOCATION:525 Arch Street\, 525 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,For The Whole Family,Fourth of July
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SUMMARY:Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesdays at Parkway Central Library\, independent readers and children can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program\, and each child will be assigned individual time to read to the dog.
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/read-to-a-therapy-dog-at-parkway-central-library/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free,Kid Event,Philadelphia Events
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SUMMARY:A Case for Magic: For Lovers of Magic… and Their Ambivalent Friends at Parkway Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Award-Winning Philadelphia Magician Robert Malissa \nJoin us for a special hometown performance before Robert Malissa takes his acclaimed show A Case for Magic to the world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August! \nWhether you’re a lifelong magic lover or the “ambivalent friend” dragged along for the ride\, Malissa’s quick wit\, charm\, and sleight‑of‑hand will win you over. From playing it straight to becoming Mindalagosi: The World’s Greatest Fake Mind reader\, he’ll lie\, cheat\, and astonish you—in the best possible way. \nWhy This Show?\nThis one-of-a-kind performance celebrates the joy of coming together—perfect for Philadelphia’s year-long recognition of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Don’t miss the chance to support a hometown favorite before he sets off across the Atlantic! Plus\, it’s 100% FREE! \nEvent Highlights will include:\n– A playful\, magical experience for every kind of audience\n– Award-winning local magician Robert Malissa\n– A festive community event tied to Philly’s 250th‑anniversary celebrations\n– A rare chance to see the show before it premieres at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival \nWho needs critics? but here’s what they are saying\n“Solidly joyful…” — Theasy.com\n“Light‑hearted fun\, gasps\, and wonder.” — The Paper \nNo reservations necessary for the Ground Floor Auditorium
URL:https://phillyfamily.com/event/a-case-for-magic-for-lovers-of-magic-and-their-ambivalent-friends-at-parkway-central-library/
LOCATION:Parkway Central Library\, 1901 Vine Street\, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Kids Ages 1 – 3,For Kids Ages 11 – 14,For Kids Ages 15+,For Kids Ages 4 – 6,For Kids Ages 7 – 10,For Kids Ages 8 – 10,For New & Expecting Parents,For Parents,For The Whole Family
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