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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Philly Family Community Calendar
Week of Events
Monday, September 28, 2026
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September 28, 2026 -Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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September 30, 2026 -Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
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 […]
Thursday, October 1, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, October 2, 2026
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October 2, 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 3, 2026
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October 3, 2026 -Stories of Science at Science History Institute
Stories of Science at Science History Institute
At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]
Sunday, October 4, 2026
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October 4, 2026 -Make Some Noise Family Festival for Hispanic Heritage Month
Make Some Noise Family Festival for Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Philadelphia Art Museum! This event features a make-and-take castanet activity, bilingual music, explorations of sound and visual patterns in art, and a live mariachi performance. This event caters to all, with a designated sensory-friendly quiet zone. This event falls […]
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