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.
Families considering swim lessons are invited to the first Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend! New students ages 4 months–12 years receive a complimentary 30-minute small-group lesson with evaluation and instructor feedback. The event also features a meet-and-greet with Bubbles, crafts, family swim time, snacks, drinks, and […]
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 […]
Artist Linda Lor Gross transforms dried paulownia leaves, often found in empty lots and sidewalk cracks around Philadelphia, into colorful paper sculptures that create striking tableaux inspired by history, mythology, and nature. Using traditional washi paper and a meticulous process of cleaning, bleaching, and layering, […]
By Simply Looking: The Art of Observation delves into the accuracy of detail and the depiction of the mundane for what it is: raw, frank, and ultimately human. These artists take the practice of observing their subjects seriously, capturing every nuance with unflinching precision. From […]
Along with Librarian Kate, families and little ones (ages 0-5) can enjoy storytime! This event includes reading, singing, dancing, and more.
Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]
ESPN pays homage to the city of Philadelphia, Eagles fandom and “The Philly Special,” the gutsiest play call in Super Bowl History, with the “Philly Phanfest." This is a free, one-day-only fan experience on Filbert Street at Reading Terminal Market that celebrates the premiere of […]
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]
Come together for Free Library Exhibitions and Blackprint 20 in Parkway Central Library's Skyline Room for an art display and awards banquet honoring educator luminaries and the core ideal of freedom through education. Registration is required. Seats are limited; free tickets may be requested by […]
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Games bring people together, especially pocket-sized ones perfect for car rides, plane trips, and family adventures! Families are invited for a hands-on workshop where participants will design their very own travel game zine and discover what it's like to be a game designer. Learn more […]
