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Help Morris Arboretum kick off Bees, Butterflies & Blooms: A Pollinator Paradise with the opening of Garden Railway: World Pollinators and the Hummingbird Hut! Garden Railway: World Pollinators features charming miniature trains weaving through a landscape teeming with flowers and buzzing with life, including spectacular sculptures of pollinators from around […]
The PCCF is the first of its kind in Philadelphia, presenting artists from the vibrant and growing contemporary circus community and bringing ground-breaking artists from across the nation and beyond to Philadelphia. Full-length shows that blend acrobatics, dance, theater, and storytelling to push the boundaries […]
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
Twilight in the Gardens is back for another season of music, art, and fun! BYOBBS (Bring Your Own Booze, Blanket, and Snacks) and spend a relaxing evening picnicking in the glittering mosaicked space! Enjoy a live musical performance by Jeremy Adam & The Bad Madams […]
Join the Museum for Memorial Day Weekend to honor the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the Revolutionary War and celebrate the freedoms they fought to secure for future generations. Highlights include: "Banners of Liberty: An Exhibition of […]
Squiggles & Friends Day at Please Touch Museum is focused on teamwork and friendship, with a chance to meet the Museum mascot, Squiggles, and some of their mascot friends. Join Squiggles’ mascot friends for special activities, or meet Squiggles as they roam the Museum!
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 […]
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. Free with museum admission.
Build, Create & Innovate with Mini Makers Robotics at Drexel! 🌟 A STEAM-Powered Experience Encourage your child’s love for Robotics in a collegiate environment filled with exciting resources like 3D printing labs, design studios, and neurodiverse-friendly spaces! 👦 For Kids Ages 3–6 The one-hour Mini […]
Spring is here—time to get outside and get building! Activate your little innovator on Saturdays with Robot Builders, a hands-on robotics class at Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design—the creative hub of Drexel University! 🔹 Designed for kids ages 6-8 🔹 Hands-on STEAM […]
Did you know the hit game Minecraft takes its cues from real history? From pickaxes to pyramids, the blocky world is packed with tools, materials, and ideas borrowed from ancient civilizations. Come along on a kid-friendly guided tour where you’ll explore the real-world artifacts and […]
Meet and greet History Makers, costumed historic interpreters who rehearse and train for months in preparation for an authentic, accurate, and interactive experience, as they bring to life some of the city’s most famous, and not-so-famous, citizens from the 18th and 19th centuries. Hear from […]
Are your kids bored on Saturdays? Are you looking to reduce screen time over the winter and spring months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, decrease boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Take a break from the “norm” […]
El Mercado Cultural is a Fleisher initiative focused on contributing creative and marketing resources to new merchants, restaurant owners, and market vendors completely free of charge. From product and food photography to digital marketing and branding, Fleisher’s intent is to capture the natural intersection between […]
Join GrioXArts for a free Flag Bandanna Workshop! All ages and skill levels welcome.
Join artists Kathryn Lien, Justin Keller and civics teacher Grace Palladino in exploring Philly’s rich printmaking history, the world’s most famous break-up letter and how to start a revolution! Then, make your own poster with a message that you think should be included in an […]
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 […]
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
Drop in and make art as a family. Projects change every few weeks. Artists of all ages welcome. Free with museum admission.
Toddlers and their grown-ups get to know the museum through art-making and creative play. Space is limited; first-come, first-served. Free with museum admission.
Ms. AJ will lead us in story and song. Expect percussive instruments to share and play provided by Unless Kids, a couple of great reads, and a song circle, in a gender-inclusive space where all identities are encouraged to thrive. Adrienne Barnett (aka Ms. AJ) is […]
Meet and greet History Makers, costumed historic interpreters who rehearse and train for months in preparation for an authentic, accurate, and interactive experience, as they bring to life some of the city’s most famous, and not-so-famous, citizens from the 18th and 19th centuries. Hear from […]
Join GrioXArts for a free Flag Bandanna Workshop! All ages and skill levels welcome.
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
Meet and greet History Makers, costumed historic interpreters who rehearse and train for months in preparation for an authentic, accurate, and interactive experience, as they bring to life some of the city’s most famous, and not-so-famous, citizens from the 18th and 19th centuries. Hear from […]
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
Join Little Wares for a 6-week interactive workshop on Tuesday mornings for postpartum families. Each week will be hosted by a postpartum professional, focusing on a specific topic area. Join all six weeks or drop-in when you can! $150 for the series or $30 drop-in. […]
On Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
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 […]
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 […]
Explore the design principle of patterns through textile design, and taking a closer look into our world. Design a Doodad is a Design Gym series of hands-on workshops for all ages that are design-curious, enthusiasts, converted + professionals to learn about design foundation principles in […]
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, […]
