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Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly offers Foundry Funday programs that transform school breaks and days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures where children build and take home a robot each day while developing STEM skills through hands-on learning, collaborative play, and creative problem-solving. This is designed […]
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly offers Foundry Funday programs that transform school breaks and days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures where children build and take home a robot each day while developing STEM skills through hands-on learning, collaborative play, and creative problem-solving. This is designed […]
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly offers Foundry Funday programs that transform school breaks and days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures where children build and take home a robot each day while developing STEM skills through hands-on learning, collaborative play, and creative problem-solving. This is designed […]
In this activity, led by mixed media artist Kyra Pope, participants are invited to decorate the cover of their own handmade junk journal using a wide range of recycled and collage materials. These journals serve as a personal space to explore joy, identity, and self-expression! […]
Taught and led by Lindsey Gill, a certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun. No prior experience or registration […]
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Every first Monday of the month until May 2026, Children 2+ can enjoy a free Dance Together Creative Movement class with Miss Sabrina at the Charles Santore Library in the Children's Section.
Lyric Lab is Rock to the Future’s new rap and songwriting program designed for young artists ready to turn their thoughts, feelings, and stories into real music. Whether students are already writing bars or just getting started, participants build skills in writing powerful lyrics, finding […]
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Every second Friday of the month until June 2026, Children 2+ can enjoy a free Dance Together Creative Movement class with Miss Sabrina at the Fishtown Library on the third floor.
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Lyric Lab is Rock to the Future’s new rap and songwriting program designed for young artists ready to turn their thoughts, feelings, and stories into real music. Whether students are already writing bars or just getting started, participants build skills in writing powerful lyrics, finding […]
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel is hosting a Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend, inviting kids aged 4 months to 12 years old to attend a free 30-minute swim lesson in a small group setting. Supervisors on duty will evaluate each student, and instructors will provide […]
Salsa & Bachata Night is coming to Cherry Street Pier this spring, and it's completely free and open to the public. All ages and skill levels are welcome to join a pro instructor for a salsa lesson before the party kicks off with a live […]
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel is hosting a Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend, inviting kids aged 4 months to 12 years old to attend a free 30-minute swim lesson in a small group setting. Supervisors on duty will evaluate each student, and instructors will provide […]
Taught and led by Lindsey Gill, a certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun. No prior experience or registration […]
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel is hosting a Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend, inviting kids aged 4 months to 12 years old to attend a free 30-minute swim lesson in a small group setting. Supervisors on duty will evaluate each student, and instructors will provide […]
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Lyric Lab is Rock to the Future’s new rap and songwriting program designed for young artists ready to turn their thoughts, feelings, and stories into real music. Whether students are already writing bars or just getting started, participants build skills in writing powerful lyrics, finding […]
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Families are invited to a special evening with Elizabeth Halen, owner and pastry chef of Flying Monkey Bakery, a beloved scratch bakery inside Philadelphia's iconic Reading Terminal Market. After setting aside a doctoral program in favor of her true passion, Elizabeth took over Flying Monkey […]
Join Design Gym and Goosepoop Games owner Jordan Dube to design a Travel Game Zine, and find out more about being a game designer on Tuesday, April 21, 6:00-8:00PM! What to expect: + 20-min focuses on a conversation with our guest designer's orgins and design […]
Families are invited to a special hands on STEM experience at the Roxborough YMCA. Stevie The Inventor’s Build A Bot Class offers children the chance to explore engineering in a fun and engaging way. During the session, each child will build their own motorized robot, […]
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Pool season is almost here, so join Goldfish Swim School in celebrating water safety for a water safety presentation and open swim! They will also have crafts, games, vendors and snacks for families to enjoy as well. This event is just $5 per swimmer, but […]
Lyric Lab is Rock to the Future’s new rap and songwriting program designed for young artists ready to turn their thoughts, feelings, and stories into real music. Whether students are already writing bars or just getting started, participants build skills in writing powerful lyrics, finding […]
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Taught and led by Lindsey Gill, a certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun. No prior experience or registration […]
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Every first Monday of the month until May 2026, Children 2+ can enjoy a free Dance Together Creative Movement class with Miss Sabrina at the Charles Santore Library in the Children's Section.
Lyric Lab is Rock to the Future’s new rap and songwriting program designed for young artists ready to turn their thoughts, feelings, and stories into real music. Whether students are already writing bars or just getting started, participants build skills in writing powerful lyrics, finding […]
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Every second Friday of the month until June 2026, Children 2+ can enjoy a free Dance Together Creative Movement class with Miss Sabrina at the Fishtown Library on the third floor.
