MLK Day of Service with Mighty Writers
Mighty Writers Germantown 12 E. Church Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies are invited to join in a day of service honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Please Touch Museum
Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFor the holiday, guests can join a series of special Martin Luther King Jr. Day activities, including Patchwork of Dreams with Amir Campbell where kids design quilt squares celebrating personal aspirations and values; interactive Storytime with Queen Nur as she shares the importance of speaking […]
MKL Celebration at Philly Skate Plex
Philly Skate Plex 11586 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesInfo on the poster!
The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents 35th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Tribute Concert
In partnership with Girard College and Global Citizen’s Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service, The Philadelphia Orchestra will present its 35th annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Tribute Concert, led by conductor Damon Gupton, on Monday, January 20, at 3:00 PM at the Girard College Chapel. Tickets are free and available at philorch.org/mlk2025. “The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., concert is […]
Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
Off Screens and Outside – Virtual Presentation
Join Riverbend’s Education Specialist, Jill Shashaty, for a virtual presentation about getting kids outside. Jill is a parent, educator, PA Master Naturalist, Girl Scout Troop leader, and Scouts BSA Merit Badge Counselor. She will share her successful strategies for connecting children with nature, encouraging free […]
Free
Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
Clementine Montessori Information Session
Clementine Montessori 2000 Hamilton Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesClementine Montessori Information Session, November 8 2024, 9:30am, email admissions@clementinemontessori.org to RSVP. Please join us for an opportunity to tour our classrooms, meet some of our teachers, learn more about the Clementine Montessori program and ask any questions you may have for the 2025/26 school […]
Betsy Ross House: Reduced Admission for Eagles Fans!
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhile the Birds continue to fly high all visitors to the Betsy Ross House decked out in Eagles gear will receive $1 off admission … Betsy is a huge fan! The House is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday in January. Discount available on in-person purchases […]
Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
Betsy Ross House: Reduced Admission for Eagles Fans!
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhile the Birds continue to fly high all visitors to the Betsy Ross House decked out in Eagles gear will receive $1 off admission … Betsy is a huge fan! The House is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday in January. Discount available on in-person purchases […]
Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company
Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesChildren and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]
$25 – $46
Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
Bartram's VillageCome 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 […]
Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
Betsy Ross House: Reduced Admission for Eagles Fans!
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhile the Birds continue to fly high all visitors to the Betsy Ross House decked out in Eagles gear will receive $1 off admission … Betsy is a huge fan! The House is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday in January. Discount available on in-person purchases […]
Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company
Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesChildren and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]
$25 – $46
Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
Camp Kef Day
Kaiserman Jewish Community Center 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United StatesBring your family and friends for a day filled with exciting activities while supporting a camp fundraiser. Reconnect with friends from last summer as you enjoy games, songs, and even a mini bounce house! Prospective campers are also invited to come and meet the team […]
$36
Storytime for Kids at Al-Bustan
Al-Butan Seeds 310 W Master St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEnjoy an Arabic Language story time for kids! Featuring شوكة وزيتونة (Shawka wa Zaitouna, Fork and Olive), one of 70 children's stories written and illustrated by Egyptian author Walid Taher. Staff will read the story in Arabic, with consecutive English translation. Then, together, students will […]
$5
Seed to Supper Cooking Workshop
Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United StatesDo you love cooking, trying tasty new recipes, or learning how to be eco-friendly in the kitchen? Then this workshop is just for you! Join Riverbend and our friends from Greener Partners for a super fun, kid-friendly hands-on morning in our indoor and outdoor kitchens! […]
$20
CultureFest! Lunar New Year at Penn Museum
Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRing in the Year of the Snake at our 44th annual Lunar New Year celebration. Bring the whole family to experience vibrant Asian traditions during a full day of festivities, including storytelling, art-making, live music and dance performances, and a traditional Lion Dance finale. Lunar […]
Betsy Ross House: Reduced Admission for Eagles Fans!
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhile the Birds continue to fly high all visitors to the Betsy Ross House decked out in Eagles gear will receive $1 off admission … Betsy is a huge fan! The House is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday in January. Discount available on in-person purchases […]
Art Star CRAP Bazaar at Independence Visitor Center
Independence Visitor Center 599 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesExplore deeply discounted handmade goods from over 20 local artists at the ArtStarCRAP Bazaar, a reimagined version of the popular Art Star CRAFT Bazaar. With prices discounted at least 50% off, it's the perfect opportunity for bargain hunters and art collectors alike to snag one-of-a-kind […]
Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company
Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesChildren and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]
$25 – $46
Camp Kef Day
Kaiserman Jewish Community Center 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA, United StatesBring your family and friends for a day filled with exciting activities while supporting a camp fundraiser. Reconnect with friends from last summer as you enjoy games, songs, and even a mini bounce house! Prospective campers are also invited to come and meet the team […]
$36
Volunteer with the Mama-Tee Community Fridge Project
Volunteer Days involve packing food boxes at The Mama-Tee Pop-Up Grocery Store™ (2203 Washington Ave) and delivering them to the Mama-Tee Fridge locations throughout the city. Their mission is to provide nourishing food to low-income communities in Philadelphia that are experiencing food insecurity. They believe […]
Peter Pan at The Arden Theatre Company
Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesChildren and families will soar into Neverland in this enchanting production of Peter Pan at the Arden Theatre. J.M. Barrie's beloved characters come to life as audiences meet the adventurous Wendy Darling, mischievous Tinker Bell, the notorious Captain Hook, the rambunctious Lost Boys, and a […]
$25 – $46
2025 Chinese Lunar New Year Day Dinner Hand Made Dumpling Making Philly
Fairmount Park Mt Pleasant Dr & Fountain Green Dr, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEvent Address: Near Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131. The address will be disclosed prior to the event. Contact us at (267) 213-6787 or info@FiveSpicePhilly.com We are extremely excited to bring the Holiday Season/Chinese Lunar New Year Hand Made Dumpling Event back to Philadelphia this year! […]
An Evening with Art City Opera
Redemption Lutheran Church 8001 Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesArt City Opera is excited to announce their first Benefit Concert!
Free
Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]
JKidPhilly & Perelman program: Kindness Kitchen: Storytime and Play Dough Fun
Perelman Jewish Day School - Forman Center 7601 Old York Road, Melrose Park, PA, United StatesJoin JKidPhilly & Perelman for a story time, play dough fun with Adoughma, and a bagel brunch!
Free
Betsy Ross House: Reduced Admission for Eagles Fans!
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhile the Birds continue to fly high all visitors to the Betsy Ross House decked out in Eagles gear will receive $1 off admission … Betsy is a huge fan! The House is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday in January. Discount available on in-person purchases […]
2025 Chinese Lunar New Year Day Dinner Hand Made Dumpling Making Philly
Fairmount Park Mt Pleasant Dr & Fountain Green Dr, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEvent Address: Near Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131. The address will be disclosed prior to the event. Contact us at (267) 213-6787 or info@FiveSpicePhilly.com We are extremely excited to bring the Holiday Season/Chinese Lunar New Year Hand Made Dumpling Event back to Philadelphia this year! […]
Art Star CRAP Bazaar at Independence Visitor Center
Independence Visitor Center 599 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesExplore deeply discounted handmade goods from over 20 local artists at the ArtStarCRAP Bazaar, a reimagined version of the popular Art Star CRAFT Bazaar. With prices discounted at least 50% off, it's the perfect opportunity for bargain hunters and art collectors alike to snag one-of-a-kind […]
Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesDilworth Park’s popular winter attractions are returning for the season! The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink will again offer skating seven days per week, the Greenfield Lawn will host reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden and the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will round out the park’s seasonal transformation. Visit each […]