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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Week of Events
Monday, October 5, 2026
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October 5, 2026 -Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Enjoy a week of open air painting demos and exhibits, with an evening reception and auction on October 8. Learn more on the website.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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October 6, 2026 -Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Enjoy a week of open air painting demos and exhibits, with an evening reception and auction on October 8. Learn more on the website.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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October 7, 2026 -Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Enjoy a week of open air painting demos and exhibits, with an evening reception and auction on October 8. Learn more on the website.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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October 8, 2026 -Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Art and Auction at Newlin Grist Mill
Enjoy a week of open air painting demos and exhibits, with an evening reception and auction on October 8. Learn more on the website.
Friday, October 9, 2026
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October 9, 2026 -Fiber Craft Fridays at Kingsessing Library
Fiber Craft Fridays at Kingsessing Library
At Kingsessing Library, little ones can learn the basics of crochet, finger knit, mushroom knit, or just get cozy with some yarn on Friday afternoons. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30 pm, and then Librarian Rachel will provide a short […]
Saturday, October 10, 2026
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October 10, 2026 -Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
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October 10, 2026 -$5 Fright at the Museum
Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
$5 Fright at the Museum
Paint a pumpkin, decorate a festive fall candle, listen to the sounds of our historic organ, and experience our spooky historical storytellers tell tales of the past — all this fun for just $5 (tickets required)!
$5
Sunday, October 11, 2026
No events on this day.