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The Winter 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run January 17 through March 21. 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 […]
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]
WILD-CON promises an exciting day for the whole family. Guests can meet artist Keith Williams (Spider-Man), animator Jeff Brennan (Courage the Cowardly Dog), and actor Glenn Taranto from "The New Addams Family." Vendors will offer comic books, toys, manga, anime, crafts, trading cards, Pokemon, Funko […]
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 […]
Young Yeila dreams of being a superstar, but her lack of confidence gives her awful stage fright. With advice from her mother and mentors, Yeila begins her journey to find her roots, get confidence, and be amazing! Travel with Yeila, who visits her grandmother in […]
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
From now until January 25th, travel through time with Arden Theatre's A Wrinkle in Time. This live theatre performance of Madeleine Engle's classic is perfect for families and children (ages 4 and up). Learn more on their website.
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Please Touch Museum invites families to a special sensory-friendly morning during Play Without Boundaries. The Museum creates a calm, welcoming environment designed for children with autism, learning disabilities, and other sensory or communication needs. General admission begins at 11 AM.
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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 […]
Bring the family at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for their Storytime & Skate with Characters. Little ones can enjoy an afternoon filled with magical moments, warm stories, and ice skating with their favorite costumed friends. Reserve tickets and find specific characters on their website.
Young Yeila dreams of being a superstar, but her lack of confidence gives her awful stage fright. With advice from her mother and mentors, Yeila begins her journey to find her roots, get confidence, and be amazing! Travel with Yeila, who visits her grandmother in […]
An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]
Please Touch Museum opens its doors this special Monday for a day of fun centered on confidence, creativity, and community. Families can enjoy hands-on experiences with Music Theatre Philly, Little Yoga Squad, Allens Lane Art Center, and Nafees Innovations Academy, exploring music, movement, art, and […]
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
This year, volunteers with Friends of Wissahickon will be completing a variety of projects around Monastery Stables, including removing invasive vines and cleaning up litter. This will not only make this area of the park more beautiful, but it will keep their watershed healthier for […]
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, Philadelphia High School for Girls hosts a volunteer event to support their Day of Service. They're looking for volunteers to help with cleaning rooms, organizing pantry and thrift store, and preparing lunches for distribution. They also […]
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 […]
The National Constitution Center honors Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s lifelong dedication to justice, equality, education, and service for the greater good. There will be educational programs and immersive performances that discuss and teach about Dr. King’s enduring legacy. Come learn, create, donate, and celebrate […]
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Volunteers can create toys for the shelter pets and learn about ways they can help animals in the community. Any volunteer under 15 years old needs to have a parent/guardian with them. Register on their website.
Justice Fest is a free community music festival uplifting the spirit of justice, unity, and service. This special event brings together local musicians, advocates, families, and neighbors to support immigration legal aid organizations in Philadelphia with groups working every day to protect the rights, dignity, […]
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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 […]
An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Come together at Springfield Mall for a free kids event on every third Wednesday of each month, beginning Wednesday, January 21st through Wednesday, August 19th. Kids Play provides free entertainment and discounts for toddlers and their caretakers. Events include a variety of fun activities, entertainment, […]
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Come together for an engaging evening with the Institute’s Jesse Smith and food historian Russell Thomas, author of Tofu: A Culinary History. In this lively talk, Thomas traces tofu’s remarkable journey from its ancient origins in East Asia to its global rise as a staple of […]
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, […]
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
