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Open Play hours at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown are the perfect outing for the family. With a train table, a play kitchen, costumes, books, and a variety of gross motor and creative and imagination toys for your walker, toddler and preschoolers will have no shortage […]
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
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 […]
As a painter of both glass and canvas, Mirjam has fused the two painting techniques in all her work. She was a glass painter for Willet Studio in Philadelphia for 20 years and painted stained glass windows for buildings all over the country. Mirjam left […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
Resilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]
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 […]
As a painter of both glass and canvas, Mirjam has fused the two painting techniques in all her work. She was a glass painter for Willet Studio in Philadelphia for 20 years and painted stained glass windows for buildings all over the country. Mirjam left […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
Resilient Grounds is a powerful art exhibition featuring two Philadelphia artists exploring themes of environmental change and urban transformation. Jennifer Manzella's copper etchings capture Philadelphia's forgotten lots and wild urban spaces, while Fran Lightman Gibson's paintings reflect on the beauty and fragility of melting glaciers. […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]
As a painter of both glass and canvas, Mirjam has fused the two painting techniques in all her work. She was a glass painter for Willet Studio in Philadelphia for 20 years and painted stained glass windows for buildings all over the country. Mirjam left […]
Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
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 […]
Open Play hours at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown are the perfect outing for the family. With a train table, a play kitchen, costumes, books, and a variety of gross motor and creative and imagination toys for your walker, toddler and preschoolers will have no shortage […]
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
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 […]
As a painter of both glass and canvas, Mirjam has fused the two painting techniques in all her work. She was a glass painter for Willet Studio in Philadelphia for 20 years and painted stained glass windows for buildings all over the country. Mirjam left […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
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.
Please Touch Museum welcomes the interactive traveling exhibit Shaun the Sheep™: Flock This Way! from February 7 happening through May 10, where children ages 3-9 can develop problem-solving skills and resilience through playful activities with the beloved film and television character. Created by Minnesota Children's […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
On every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, kids and caregivers of all ages come together to make and taste cookies, brownies, holiday treats, and healthy veggie dishes.
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 […]
