Philadelphia Family Community Calendar
Celebrate the history of motherhood and the legacy of Anna Jarvis (the founder of Mother's Day) at this tea party! You'll get to do a craft, listen to storytime, try historic teas, and view a special exhibit of Anna Jarvis' belongings. Reservations required as space […]
Here's a Mother's Day activity you probably haven't encountered: making upcycled bookmarks out of old books! At East Passyunk bookstore A Novel Idea, owners Alex and Christina be teaching this fun craft and providing bubbly to make it extra festive. $30 for 1 ticket, $50 […]
Enjoy a creative and fun-filled Mother’s Day experience! Join Jackie Small for a flower crown workshop and build your own cake treat with Mallory Valvano of Party Girl Bake Club. Choose your own toppings and enjoy them along with a mimosa from the mimosa bar. […]
Join other folks grieving their mother or a mother-like figure for a Mother’s Day Grief Brunch at Rowhouse Grocery in South Philadelphia. Whether your mother figure has passed away or is, for whatever reason, no longer in your life, your grief is welcome. Greeting Grief […]
Treat Mom like a Queen at this special Mother's Day edition of Brunch is a Drag! The theme is 80s vs 90s, and you're encouraged to dress accordingly. Get ready for nostalgia and fabulousness with The Crazy Cat Lady of Drag, Astala Vista, and the […]
Shop the wares of 80+ curated vendors at this craft bazaar! There will also be Make + Takes by Project Joy, Craft Nation, and Printadelphia. Enjoy a full cash bar and food by Philly Taco. Free to enter.
What better way to spoil Mom than with an amazing, elegant dining experience at Lacroix at The Rittenhouse Hotel? This all-day brunch includes chef-curated stations and delicious desserts. Reservations recommended. From $90 per guest + tax.
Hidden River Outfitters leads this professionally guided tour of the tidal Schuylkill which includes equipment rental, instructions on how to paddle and safely operate the kayak, and a little over an hour out on the river. $40/person ($5/person discount available for groups of 5 or more people […]
Spend the afternoon up on Cira Green Rooftop Park with Sunset Social for their Mother's Day Bubbles and Blooms. Take in the fantastic views, do some arts & crafts, and enjoy ice cream and mimosas. There will also be a keepsake card-making station so that […]
In this workshop hosted by Bonnie MacAllister, learn methods to dye cotton fabrics with wildflowers and natural plants, creating an organic textile that will be one of a kind! All plant-based materials included. Event is a drop-in, budget 30 minutes to 1 hour during 12 […]
Live jazz with brunch? Yes please! Enjoy an afternoon of tasty food and soulful music with John G. Coley Quartet & Vaneisa at Tindley Tea Cafe.
Fire up your creativity this Mother's day! Spend some quality family time learning something new and creating unique pottery that you'll cherish for years to come. The tuition fee of $40 covers one individual; you must register for each adult and child attending. Pre-registration is […]
Take Mom on a Delaware River brunch cruise! There will be a chef-prepared buffet, bottomless mimosas, DJ entertainment, games, and dancing. This is a fun and unique way to celebrate a special day.
Panorama, a sophisticated Italian restaurant in the Penn's View Hotel, is offering both Mother's Day brunch and dinner. Enjoy an a la carte meal and, for the mothers who brunch, a complimentary mimosa or glass of prosecco. Brunch is 11-2:30 pm, $55 set menu. $20 […]
It's an unforgettable special Mo-Town Monday Mother’s Day Show at City Winery, celebrating the iconic sounds of Motown with a heartfelt twist! This special evening honors all the incredible mothers in our lives, blending the smooth rhythms, soulful melodies, and timeless classics that made Motown […]
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. We’ll sing together a read a book during this casual circle time. Free-play afterward. Invite a friend!
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos: songs and stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week. Spanish beginners (and their animal toys) welcome! Intended for ages 0 to 5 years old, along with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Meets on Tuesdays from March […]
On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, join Chuck E. Cheese for Homeschool Play Days! From 11am – 4pm, score 90-minutes of All You Can Play games, a reusable Play Pass card, unlimited soft drinks, and all the E-Tickets you can earn on gameplay for […]
Amy Kelly is a mixed-media artist specializing in commissioned pieces and teaching art to people of all ages. She has a BFA in drawing from Kutztown University. Amy started teaching in 2013. She makes personalized, mixed-media paintings of people’s pets, loved ones, or homes. Join her […]
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 […]
Amy Kelly is a mixed-media artist specializing in commissioned pieces and teaching art to people of all ages. She has a BFA in drawing from Kutztown University. Amy started teaching in 2013. She makes personalized, mixed-media paintings of people’s pets, loved ones, or homes. Join her […]
Little Beets Music Class is a hands-on music making experiences designed to foster children's musical growth. A portion of each class is dedicated to shared musical activities, such as sing-along songs, finger plays, instrument exploration, and movement. The remaining time allows for musical free play, […]
Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC […]
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!
Established in 2003 and now run directly by Brogue Hydroponics, this market is located in picturesque Fitler Square Park. The year-round market is a regular Saturday morning routine for residents of the neighborhood. The Food Trust is proud to include Fitler Square Farmers Market as […]
Chestnut Hill Farmers’ Market Saturdays from 9am to 12pm Germantown Ave & Winston Lane The list of expected vendors is subject to change without notice. https://www.farmtocitymarkets.com/markets/chestnut-hill
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.
The Winter 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run January 18 through March 22. Pre-Twinkle Classes provide opportunities for very young children to develop basic musicianship and readiness skills for success in the Suzuki approach. A core component of Pre-Twinkle classes at Temple Music Prep […]
The Spring 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run April 5 through June 7 (no class on 4/19 and 5/24). Pre-Twinkle Classes provide opportunities for very young children to develop basic musicianship and readiness skills for success in the Suzuki approach. A core component of […]
Join Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives for a Kid's Craft Drop-in class, on the third Saturday of each month. Each month will be a new theme.
Explore historic cooking and foodways with demonstrations in the newly restored 1739 Trimble House Kitchen and the reconstructed Bake Oven behind the Miller's House at Kitchen Encounters at Newlin Grist Mills. Participants will experiment with various ingredients, techniques, and historic recipes. Each program will have […]
Join several historical tradespeople at the Museum of the American Revolution on Saturday, May 17, 2025, for Makers of Revolutionary Philadelphia Living History Day. Explore hands-on crafts and activities, see demonstrations of 18th-century skills and trades, and meet the people who made the Revolution in […]
GirlzDay: Our World, Our Way is an all-day fun-filled experience for girls in grades K-12, offering them the chance to discover their potential, dream big, and immerse themselves in a day full of energy, creativity, and sisterhood. GirlzDay not only represents the culmination of GSEP’s […]
Get your gluten free on when the country’s biggest gluten-free expo returns to Oaks! * 100+ vendors including bakeries, brands, businesses, restaurants, artisans, food trucks and nonprofits * Free samples * Products for purchase * Kids’ Zone * Vegan and allergen-free options * Demos and […]
