Discover family-friendly events with the Philadelphia Family Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!
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Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. In your new role as caregiver, sometimes you simply need to feel heard — to be seen […]
This is a class for anyone who can thread a machine and sew a seam. This is an easy project to ease you into garment sewing! They have sewing machines available for use in class. Session - One 2 hour session Homework: Please have your fabric purchased prior to the class. […]
Keep warm in the Mansion, & kick off the year with a winter-themed Directed Drawing on canvas that kids will paint and personalize with their own unique touches! They'll also be creating some tape resist & coffee filter snowflakes, working on some cool STEM creations, […]
Together with a favorite grown-up, Sprouts will discover and explore the wonders of nature through sensory focused classes. This program for little ones ages 2-3 years old and features walks, art, music and stories as part of the hands-on, emergent learning approach beloved in the Schuylkill […]
This 60-minute class is focused on vinyasa flow and restorative/yin yoga. Use this time on your mat to connect with your body, breath and baby. Suitable for babies 6 weeks to crawlers. Taught by Dahvia Dalton, a certified Vinyasa Yoga teacher specializing in Prenatal and […]
Mural Arts and Vetri Community Partnership (VCP) celebrate the dedication of a new mural created by artist Cindy Lozito called Recipe for Community! This mural honors the community and magic that is created when cooking a meal together, where food often transcends boundaries, bringing people […]
Join the Field Teen Center to try making candy sushi! You'll whip up up a sweet take on sushi rolls using Rice Krispie treats and other candy. Programs at the Field Teen Center are open to individuals ages 12 to 18. Contact TeenCenter@freelibrary.org or call 215-686-5395 for […]
Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. From RING TOSS to BINGO to TWISTER, there’s something for all ages at Rutabaga’s weekly game night!
Are you ready for a school that listens to your student? Quadrat Academy challenges students to step up and be their best, most creative and true selves. With entrepreneurship labs, volunteer work, outdoor quests and more, Quadrat students are engaged and informed critical thinkers.
One reason we like hiking in the winter is that you can see clear across the Wissahickon. Join Debbie and Jim on their January hike when you will not only see beautiful vistas, but also how the flora changes with the cold weather, while beautiful […]
Join the Please Touch Museum for the grand opening of Namaste India, an exhibit that aims to encourage global awareness and cultural appreciation by bringing the wonders of India to the Museum.
Winter is the perfect time to introduce your child to the joy of music. Riverbend has partnered with PlayIn Time Productions to bring you award-winning classes, led by Miss Virginia and Anthony, are designed to engage children and their caregivers in musical fun that stimulates […]
"hearth, frame, foundation" explores the textures of urbanism through the lens of five artists, Francis Beaty, Cimone Kind Berman, Annette Cords, Michael Morgan, and Rita Scheer, who draw materials and inspiration from the built environment. Found materials, patterns, textures, and abstraction give visual expression to […]
Enjoy an evening of events that explore themes of experimentation and pop culture inspired by The Shape of Time: Korean Art after 1989. Co-curated with Philadelphia Museum of Art, this event will feature a dance party by Bubble_T, gallery talks, and art activities for all ages. […]
Join the Academy for Dinos After Dark and enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission and a family friendly atmosphere! Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission and a festive, family-friendly atmosphere and the Dino Drafts Beer Garden in Dinosaur Hall. This is a pay-what-you-wish event, with a recommended donation of $10. Purchase […]
Hang out with your family & friends, BYO food and drinks, color & enjoy "My Neighbor Tutoro" at Beehive's new Upstairs space! $15 for the family!
❄️ Calling all mini snow bunnies and frosty adventurers! ❄️ Get ready for a whirlwind of wintry fun at the Winter Ball Bash, a kid-tastic party fundraiser just for 3-7 year olds! Mark your calendars for January 26th, 2024 from 6pm to 8pm at Children's Playhouse Whitman 2501 S Marshall Street (19148) Here's what awaits your little […]
Capital One is hosting a series of free workshops to help college students and their families complete the updated Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In partnership with the National College Attainment Network (NCAN), Capital One will host a monthly workshop at its Philadelphia […]
TLE Northern Liberties is going to host a drop-in Field Day for children 0-8 years old. They will have a fun-filled day of physical activity and fitness!
Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. Gather around to sing songs, read stories, and enjoy free play afterward.
Riverbend is excited to host local illustrator Kate Garchinsky for a reading of "The Secret Life of the Red Fox" followed by an art workshop. This fun, educational story is perfect for a winter's day. The story begins on a snowy February afternoon and follows […]
Bring the whole family for a low-key intro to yoga in the DiSilvestro Rec Center, with yoga mats and instruction provided by Sport of Life Inc. Due to space limitations, this indoor program will be split into two sessions: Session A (10 am-11 am) and […]
Will Tinicum Tim come out of his burrow and see his shadow? Join John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at 10 am for a family friendly walk and learn more about Groundhog Day history and nature! Then join them in the Visitor Center from 10:30 am […]
Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. This event is part of the Art Kids program series.
Join the Science History Institute in their museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights the many strange and surprising stories from the history of science! Their fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Take an up-close look at interesting […]
Explore the rich history of Philadelphia's Seventh Ward, a testament to the city’s diverse past and indomitable spirit. Now known as Society Hill and Graduate Hospital, this area once served as a vibrant epicenter for Black Americans in the 19th century. But cultural shifts and […]
The weather’s cold and as the song goes… “…let it snow, let it snow, let it snow…,” which is part of the program title. Join Prescribe Outside to read snow-themed stories, toss some indoor soft-play snowballs and make small decorative snowglobes. You'll be INDOORS though […]
Lunar New Year is observed by various Asian communities, including those of Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Tibetan descent. The festivities traditionally commence with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and conclude 15 days later on the first full moon. Originating as a time […]
KIDS PLEASE! This is a fun activity for adults and kids alike. This event may take place on Painting With a Twist's second floor studio. If you have issues with stairs please contact them. They are always a BYOB so be aware that there may […]
Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia on Saturdays is your one-stop destination for family fun! They're all ages from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. With 12 downstairs bowling lanes and a full-service kitchen featuring a menu from Blue Ribbon, there's no better place to let the kids loose. Their selection […]
Warm up on a chilly winter’s night with a bowl of Swedish yellow pea soup. Dinner is served with sharp cheese, bread, and dessert. Tickets are $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Pre-registration is required by January 22nd.
Take your Saturday evenings from good to great with Saturday Sounds at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest featuring live DJ sets from 7 pm to 10 pm kicking off November 25. General admission is free.
Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. This event is part of the Art Kids program series.
Toddlers and their grown-ups get to know the museum through art-making and creative play. Space is limited; first-come, first-served. This event is part of the Art Kids program series.
Join Perelman Jewish Day School in your comfiest PJs for an interactive story time, immersive dough play with Adoughma, and a bagel brunch!
