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  • Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market 2023

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market 2023
    Love Park Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate the holiday season with more than 50 local vendors from Philadelphia and the tri-state area! Starting November 10, 2023 through January 1, 2024, the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market returns to Dilworth Park, transforming the west side of historic City Hall into an extravagant winter wonderland! 2023 Highlights The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market will get an upgraded look and feel in 2023: vendors will set up shop in brand new wooden booths. They will be white, to feature the events’ signature color, with a white Moravian star atop. More time to enjoy the festivities! The event will start

    Free

  • Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market 2023

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market 2023
    Love Park Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate the holiday season with more than 50 local vendors from Philadelphia and the tri-state area! Starting November 10, 2023 through January 1, 2024, the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market returns to Dilworth Park, transforming the west side of historic City Hall into an extravagant winter wonderland! 2023 Highlights The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market will get an upgraded look and feel in 2023: vendors will set up shop in brand new wooden booths. They will be white, to feature the events’ signature color, with a white Moravian star atop. More time to enjoy the festivities! The event will start

    Free

  • Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market 2023

    Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market 2023
    Love Park Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate the holiday season with more than 50 local vendors from Philadelphia and the tri-state area! Starting November 10, 2023 through January 1, 2024, the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market returns to Dilworth Park, transforming the west side of historic City Hall into an extravagant winter wonderland! 2023 Highlights The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market will get an upgraded look and feel in 2023: vendors will set up shop in brand new wooden booths. They will be white, to feature the events’ signature color, with a white Moravian star atop. More time to enjoy the festivities! The event will start

    Free

  • Philly Goat Project Tree-Cycling

    Philly Goat Project Tree-Cycling

    Philly Goat Project's "Tree Cycling" is a farm festival and a fundraiser for our non profit. Donations of $20 per tree support Philly Goat Project's free programming all year long that includes goat walks, reading with the goats at libraries and environmental education in city parks, animal assisted therapy and  neighborhood teen job skills training . Festival days are free and you don't need a tree to join in the fun. Enjoy exploring the farm, staying warm by the fire pit, sipping hot cocoa and our petting area with the goats. No reservations needed, street parking at or around 6336

  • Philly Goat Project Tree-Cycling

    Philly Goat Project Tree-Cycling

    Philly Goat Project's "Tree Cycling" is a farm festival and a fundraiser for our non profit. Donations of $20 per tree support Philly Goat Project's free programming all year long that includes goat walks, reading with the goats at libraries and environmental education in city parks, animal assisted therapy and  neighborhood teen job skills training . Festival days are free and you don't need a tree to join in the fun. Enjoy exploring the farm, staying warm by the fire pit, sipping hot cocoa and our petting area with the goats. No reservations needed, street parking at or around 6336

  • MLK Day of Service

    Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s legacy at the Schuylkill Center. All members of the community are invited to join us as we work on service projects aimed at protecting the health of our forests as well as supporting our Center. There will be a wide range of service projects available so everyone can participate! Registration is required.

    free

  • Philly Goat Project Tree-Cycling

    Philly Goat Project Tree-Cycling

    Philly Goat Project's "Tree Cycling" is a farm festival and a fundraiser for our non profit. Donations of $20 per tree support Philly Goat Project's free programming all year long that includes goat walks, reading with the goats at libraries and environmental education in city parks, animal assisted therapy and  neighborhood teen job skills training . Festival days are free and you don't need a tree to join in the fun. Enjoy exploring the farm, staying warm by the fire pit, sipping hot cocoa and our petting area with the goats. No reservations needed, street parking at or around 6336

  • Weathering the Winter

    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, February 10th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Weathering the Winter Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit the Farmstead on February 10th to watch our living historians demonstrate the types of farm chores a family like the Wentzes would have had to do this time of year. Watch as meat and other provisions are cured and preserved in the Smokehouse, check out a cooking demonstration in

    Free

  • Valentine’s Day B.Y.O.B. Happy Hour with The Philly Goats

    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Visit and cuddle with goats, enjoy s'mores and stay warm around the PGP fire pit. Win original hoof-made Goat Art! Take the goats for their bedtime walk and then tuck them into their cozy barn. All while supporting our free programming - Win/Win!! Kids ages 14 and up with their guardians. Time & Location Feb 10, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM EST Philly Goat Project @ The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Valentine's Day Happy Hour with GOATS!! PGP's  February FUNdraiser!  Bring your favorite people & a beverage and come spend the

  • Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead

    Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead
    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, February 24th and Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead Join our farmers as they create maple sugar from trees right here at the Farmstead! Watch as they tap the trees, collect the sap, and create the syrup. Learn about the Indigenous origins of maple sugaring and how the process has continued through to today. Once your mouth starts watering, stop by Philly Waffle Cabin's food truck and enjoy one of their delicious Belgian waffles! This program is weather dependent, if the temperature isn’t just right the sap may not flow!

    Free

  • Celebrating Black History with Millicent Sparks at the Cope House

    Cope House at Awbury Arboretum 1 Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Enjoy cuddles with the Philly Goats and participate in a FREE interactive performance about the life and mission of Harriet Tubman . Tickets are FREE! Feb 24, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Cope House at Awbury Arboretum, 1 Awbury Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Enjoy a free interactive experience about the life and mission of Harriet Tubman with performer and reenacter, Millicent Sparks at the Awbury Arboretum Cope House presented with the support of the Philly Goat Project. No reservations needed, some registration is needed at the venue.

  • Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead

    Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead
    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, February 24th and Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Maple Sugaring at Peter Wentz Farmstead Join our farmers as they create maple sugar from trees right here at the Farmstead! Watch as they tap the trees, collect the sap, and create the syrup. Learn about the Indigenous origins of maple sugaring and how the process has continued through to today. Once your mouth starts watering, stop by Philly Waffle Cabin's food truck and enjoy one of their delicious Belgian waffles! This program is weather dependent, if the temperature isn’t just right the sap may not flow!

    Free

  • Virtual Toad Detour Training Session

    Online/Virtual

    Learn how to protect our toads! Toad Detour protects the local toad population as they migrate to and from their breeding grounds each spring. When the toads emerge from brumation (the reptile version of hibernation) in early spring, hundreds of them cross Port Royal, Hagy’s Mill and other nearby roads to mate in the Roxborough Reservoir or the Schuylkill Center’s ponds. On select nights, when the conditions are just right, Toad Detour volunteers erect barricades and help divert traffic during busy toad crossing evenings, saving hundreds of toads. Sign up to receive a link to the Zoom meeting. Want to

    free

  • Mister John’s Music Presents Drag Storytime

    Mister John's Music - The Studio 904 S. 9th St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Put on your reading glasses, because the library is open, henny! Back by popular demand, your new monthly activity … Local Drag Superstar, Maria TopCatt presents an assortment of children’s books that focus on gender, social-emotional growth, diversity, and acceptance. Plus the diva-of-the-week, an opportunity for children to work the magical light-up runway, lip-sync performances, and more! Come dressed in your favorite bold fashion choices and get ready to LIVE! Outdoor Pavilion Space adjacent to 904 S. 9th Street. If there is inclement weather (rain, temperatures under 60 degrees or over 85 degrees), we will be moving indoors for a

    $30

  • Easter Family Day at ASHM!

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Celebrate Easter like a Swede at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Easter Family Day! Join us on Sunday, March 24th, from 2-4 pm to experience Swedish Easter traditions. In Sweden, Easter kicks off with a trick-or-treat-like candy hunt on Maundy Thursday. Children dress up as Easter witches with long skirts, headscarves, painted red cheeks, and freckles and go from house to house, wishing people Happy Easter. At our celebration, children can make Swedish Easter crafts, dress up as Swedish Easter witches, enjoy face painting, and take part in an egg hunt! Free for members and children under 2, $10 for

    $10

  • Story Telling with Saundra Gilliard

    InLiquid Gallery in the Crane Building 1400 North American, Suit 108, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Please join us on Saturday, March 30th, from 3 - 4 pm for a special storytelling performance by Saundra Gilliard in conjunction with the exhibition Dolls, Idols, and Ideals. This performance is family-friendly and may be best enjoyed by those aged 10 to adult. For this performance, Saundra Gilliard will weave together a collection of stories from West Africa, Black America, and the Caribbean, which have inspired the artists in Dolls, Idols, and Ideal. These stories will help audiences better understand the work and the conversations within. Doors will open at 2.45 pm, and the performance will start at 3.15

    Free

  • Earth Day Free Family Day

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Philadelphia, PA- Join us for a Free Family Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum! In collaboration with FDR Park and the Dandelion Project, we will have family-friendly activities and crafts inside and outside of the Museum to help us take care of the Earth! Programs include paper making and solar printing workshops, a pollinator identification activity, wildflower planting, recycled material building, and more. If your family has never visited the American Swedish Historical Museum before, this is the perfect opportunity! Learn more and RSVP here: https://www.americanswedish.org/events/earth-day-free-family-day

    Free

  • Wildflower Weekend

    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at the peak of their glory! Enjoy three days of live music, gardening activities, outdoor family programming, and more. Food selections and native plants available for purchase, while supplies last. View the schedule and learn more at mtcubacenter.org/wildflower. Included with garden admission and free for members, advanced tickets are not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday – Sunday 4/19, 4/20, 4/21 (Rain or Shine).

    Included with garden admission and free for members, advanced tickets are not required.

  • Earth Day Celebration & Picnic

    The Francis Cope House, One Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19138

    Earth Day Flyer We’re celebrating Earth Day! Join us on April 20th from 9AM to 4PM for a day of games, food + drinks, live music, and more! Come out for a relaxing morning Bird walk or yoga session at the Cope House, then head over to AdventureWoods for an environmentally exciting scavenger hunt! Afterwards, journey across Washington Ln. to the Farm for more excitement!  We’ll have double-dutching, games led by Prescribe Outside,  flower arranging with florist and artist Isaiah Reese, drumming with S(tree)twork’s Drum Corp at the Lightning House, and live music from Koof Ibi, Mel Harris, and Rumi

  • Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Sheep Shearing Day

    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, April 20th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, basket-weaving, candle-dipping, and

    Free

  • Philadelphia Maker Faire

    Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Studio 16, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects.

    $6 – $24

  • Bike Party on MLK Drive for National Ride a Bike Day

    Contact: Sonja Bontrager, sonja@bicyclecoalition.org 215-882-2962Nicole Brunet, nicole@bicyclecoalition,org, 310-938-8059phillybikeclub.org bicyclecoaltion.org Bike Party on MLK Drive for National Ride a Bike Day Sunday, May 5th from 10am-12pm along MLK Drive and Kelly Drive PHILADELPHIA- The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and The Bicycle Club of Philadelphia, in cooperation with The Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, will be hosting National Ride A Bike Day 5/5 10am-2pm. MLK Drive is a focus of this year's celebration. The City of Philadelphia closes MLK Drive to motor vehicle traffic between the Falls Bridge and Sweetbriar Drive on weekends, every year, to increase recreational access for the public. Closures

    Free

  • Bird Watching and Goat Walk with In Color Birding!

    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Saturday May 11th, starts at 10 a.m. Sharp! Come learn all about birds in the city with our friends from In Color Birding. We will start at 10 a.m. for the bird watching and then at 11 we'll have our goat walk. Rain date is Sunday June 23 ! Time & Location May 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join friends at In Color Birding for a FREE lesson in birdwatching! Please leave 10 minutes to park your car and walk in to the goat

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

    INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

  • Small Space Gardening

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Even a small yard can include native plants that fit neatly into your neighborhood style and provide ecological benefits. This class will provide practical examples of easy-to care-for colorful perennials, compact shrubs, vines, and small flowering trees that can transform your tiny bit of paradise into a beautiful and functional garden. A list of hardy native plants for sunny, shady, wet, or dry sites is included with the class. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, May 18, 2024. About the Instructor: Nancy Bell is the Education and Garden Coach Coordinator at Gateway Garden Center

    $29

  • Riverfront North Partnership Fish Fest 2024

    Frankford Boat Launch Frankford Boat Launch, 5501 Tacony Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Riverfront North Partnership invites the community to a fun afternoon of all things fish (and all things FREE) at the Frankford Boat Launch on Saturday, June 1st from 3-6pm. We’ll teach you to fish with all equipment provided, do fish prints, and other nature based fun activities. Also enjoy biking and a native plant sale!

    Free

  • Birds, Bugs, and Goats

    Awbury Agricultural Village 901 Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Let’s Go Outdoors as we spend some time at the Awbury Farm, meeting the Philly Goat Project goats. In addition, we’ll look around for some fun critters and try out some beginner binoculars for birding. Loaner bug boxes & binoculars will be available.

    Free

  • Green Burial: Sustainability After Life

    Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

    Have you considered sustainability after life? Join us to explore an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial. Hear from Emily Maroni, the Friends of Green Burial PA; Laurel Hill's senior horticulturist, Gregg Tepper; and Tom Cavanaugh, Laurel Hill; to learn about sustainable burial practices and how the green burial areas are nurtured as local habitats, benefiting ecosystems and the community. Tour Bala Green's native plants and take home one for your own garden! for an enlightening panel discussion and guided tour, where experts will discuss sustainable burial practices and how these sites can benefit local ecosystems and the community. Schedule of

    $10 – $15

  • Philly Juneteenth Celebration Featuring: Dr. Leonard & Rosalind Jeffries (Wednesday June 19, 2024 5pm-9pm at The Rotunda )

    The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A CULTURAL EXPERIENCE Family Fun, Guest Speakers, Fashion & Talent Showcase Vendors,Food, EDUTAINMENT Hosted: Bigga Dre "Amun Sen Hotep Re" Over 60 years, first begining as individuals and later in marriage, Dr. Rosalind and Leonard Jeffries have began their Great and Majestic Walk with African Peoples and our Great Culture. Their Walk has spanded more than 25 African Countries and Hundreds of African Leaders and at the same time they were instrumental in fusing the African American Experience with their African Continental Experience ! 1865 people were not interested in immigration into the United States. In fact, the United States

    Donation

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

    INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

  • Midsommarfest

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Join us on June 22nd for ASHM’s Midsommarfest! Midsommar is one of Sweden’s most important holidays and a day to rejoice in the coming of summer at a time when daylight is at its longest. Following tradition, Swedes decorate with greenery and flowers as they sing songs and dance around the maypole, celebrating the start of the summer with family and friends. Hoist the maypole at ASHM’s Midsommarfest this year! The event is fun for the entire family with traditional Swedish food, live music provided by the Last Chance duo, and games and activities. Flower crowns and refreshments will be

    $10

  • Museum of Illusions Yappy Hour

    Museum of Illusions Philadelphia 401 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    This one-of-a-kind dog-friendly event is in support of Philadoptables, a noble mission dedicated to rescuing the city's most vulnerable animals. Half of the proceeds from this event will directly support this honorable cause, and if you're planning a visit to the museum, guests can opt-in to round up their ticket or Smart Shop purchase to further benefit Philadoptables, now through October 2024. Elevating the experience, the event will feature local vendors such as Brixxy and Co., Heart + Paw, and Pet Friendly Dog Bakery. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories with your furry friends while supporting

    $25

  • Free Craft Fair and Textile Family Day

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Join us for a free Craft Fair and Family Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Inspired by the textiles of the Swedish Folk Weavings exhibition, vendors will demonstrate and sell their handcrafts of all kinds in our craft fair held in our outdoor tent. Light lunch fare, snacks, and baked goods will also be available for purchase. Bring your family and try out different textile crafts like stitching and weaving through fun activities in our galleries and check out brand new craft kits available in the Museum Shop! If your family has never visited the American Swedish Historical Museum

    Free

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

    INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission and free for members. Advanced registration is not required. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Music by Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles

    INCLUDED WITH GARDEN ADMISSION

  • Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section B

    Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section A
    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost and compost tea, and how sustainable gardening practices contribute to creating high quality garden soil. Go home with a greater understanding of the life in your soil and knowing why you won’t need to buy fertilizer ever again. Dress for the weather. This program takes

    $299

  • Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section B

    Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section A
    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost and compost tea, and how sustainable gardening practices contribute to creating high quality garden soil. Go home with a greater understanding of the life in your soil and knowing why you won’t need to buy fertilizer ever again. Dress for the weather. This program takes

    $299

  • Awbury Arboretum Membership Picnic on the Farm

    The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA

    The Membership Picnic on the Farm is our way to say THANK YOU to our core community of supporters who keep Awbury open, safe, free and welcoming every day of the year. Free for all active members. Grilled sandwiches and drinks are on the menu. Supervised games for the kids will be managed by members of our Summer Camp team. The gathering is also a culmination of this year’s board elections. Meet up with board members past, present and brand new. Hear a few words from Awbury’s executive director about where we’ve been and where we’re headed. Members: your RSVP

  • Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section B

    Enhancing Life in the Soils: Section A
    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost and compost tea, and how sustainable gardening practices contribute to creating high quality garden soil. Go home with a greater understanding of the life in your soil and knowing why you won’t need to buy fertilizer ever again. Dress for the weather. This program takes

    $299

  • PA Chocolate and Coffee Festival

    Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Ave, Oaks, United States

    Bring your friends, family, and appetite for a delicious weekend shopping experience! The top coffee shops, coffee roasters, chocolatiers, gourmet food purveyors, and unique artisans from around the region will gather in Oaks, PA, for the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival. Come sip, taste, and enjoy this family-friendly festival at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Enjoy free parking and bring the whole family, as children under 5 enter for free with a ticket-holding adult. Discover the world of chocolate through engaging seminars led by industry experts, and let your kids get creative at our free coffee filter craft tables. Don't

    $5 – $16

  • Fall Fest at the Philly J

    Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, United States

    Join us for a community wide celebration welcoming the Fall Season! This year, Fall Fest is FREE to enter. Please be aware that many activities may require tickets or a wrist band to participate. Registration and wristband pre-orders are now open! Early registration helps us provide a smoother and shorter check-in process. Wristbands are available at a discounted rate until 10/15, individual tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Some of our free & ticketed activities for all ages include: •Live Music •Adrenaline Rush Obstacle Course •Giant Dual Slide •Bounce House for ages 3 and under •Train Ride

    Free

  • Fall Bird Walk

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk. New for the Fall of 2024: We are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk (12 and up) : 9:00am - 10:30am Family Bird Walk Led by Suzanne Safran: 10:30am - 11:30am Walk with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Manager Suzanne Safran as they lead families on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home! Phil Witmer is an avid birder and conservationist with over 30 years

    Free

  • All Abilities RAMble with Philly Goat Project, FREE Special Needs Holiday event, RSVP required

    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Enjoy the fall at the Farm at Awbury with the Philly Goat Project. This program is free but requires a reservation for a time slot. Feel free to wear a costume if you'd like. The Farm at Awbury, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join the us and our trained goats at The Philly Goat Project for outdoor fun and wellness, feel free to dress up for the holidays. We'll have treats plus a special visit from author Thembi Palmer who will share her book all above reading and moving your bodies! This event is open

  • Adopt-a-Tree Tree Planting Event

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Join us with your family to adopt and plant trees at Riverbend. Fall is a wonderful time to plant trees just before it turns colder in the winter months. Planting trees at the preserve helps to provide habitat to local wildlife, combat climate change and helps to maintain our local water supply as the trees we plant keep runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed. Registration is required as spaces are limited. This event is open to all ages. Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event:

    Pay What You Wish

  • Owl Howl

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Many people have heard an owl, but few have ever seen one. Mt. Cuba’s varied landscapes and topography provide the ideal habitats for three of Delaware’s native owl species – the barred, great horned, and Eastern screech – and winter is the best time to spot them roosting in our trees. Owls are nocturnal so join us as we search for them just after dusk. Following a brief introductory lecture, we’ll head into the garden and listen for their unique calls. Dress for the weather. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, November 6, 2024

    $29

  • Discover High School at Kimberton Waldorf School

    Kimberton Waldorf School 410 West Seven Stars Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    Discover High School at Kimberton Waldorf School: Thursday November 7th! Join us for a glimpse at how we provide a rich, rigorous, and immersive academic experience for students in grades nine through twelve. Register on our website and contact us with any questions! See you soon. Our beloved High School Faculty crafts experiences which sharpen students’ growing intellectual capacities and strengthens their powers of judgment and creative thinking. Learning is not limited to the classroom, but engages the student with the world through rich and meaningful experiences. From Hermit Island in Maine to canoeing down the Delaware Water Gap to

    Free

  • Stories and Crafts Free Family Day!

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Join the American Swedish Historical Museum in FDR Park for a Free Family Day! Try out kids crafts and activities all about Swedish and Scandinavian books and stories! Play with Pippi Longstocking, explore with the Moomins, or get ready for winter with the Tomten. Create your own tomte and other Swedish characters to take home! Share a new culture with your family while encouraging literacy skills for kids of all ages. If your family has never visited the American Swedish Historical Museum before, this is the perfect opportunity!

    Free

  • Riverbend Barn Dance

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s first-ever BARN DANCE! Lively musicians and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an unforgettable night of fun at Riverbend. All ages and experience levels are welcome! Refreshments including light snacks, beer, and soft drinks will be served. Cost: $25 per person

    $25

  • Discover Early Childhood at Kimberton Waldorf School

    Kimberton Waldorf School 410 West Seven Stars Road, Phoenixville, PA, United States

    Discover Early Childhood at Kimberton Waldorf School: Saturday November 16! Our early childhood program preserves the important elements of childhood while meeting children’s physical, social, and emotional needs. Join us to learn how we utilize our surrounding natural resources, including a forest classroom and garden. Our curriculum lays the foundations for inquiry, literacy, critical thinking, and traditional academics in the elementary grades. We offer a Parent-Child Class for children up to 3 years old, our Rosebud Garden Preschool for children ages 2-4, and our Kindergarten program for children ages 4-6. Register for our Open House on November 16th at the

    Free

  • WILD FOOD FORAGING WALK WITH LADY DANNI

    Land Health Native Plant Nursery

    Learn how to gather free medicine and food from many of Philly's wild plants with the wise and wonderful Lady Danni. Lady Danni (she/her/crone) calls herself a good lady forager. She is a crafter of herbals helping people reconnect with the healing power of nature and explores the edible and medicinal qualities of the "plants formerly known as weeds." She hosts urban foraging tours in Philadelphia, often as part of Wild Foodies of Philly, and she is an advocate for urban green spaces, community gardens and land sovereignty. She, along with seven other farmers and urban gardeners comprise the Painted

  • Hand Turkey Plush Workshop!

    915 Spring Garden St 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Craft a Classic with a Cozy Twist! 🧡🖐️🦃🤎 Celebrate the season with THECOLORG's Hand Turkey Plush Workshop, where creativity meets nostalgia! Inspired by the classic hand-traced turkey, this workshop lets you design your own fabric and sew your very own plush turkey friend, perfect for Thanksgiving decor or as a fun seasonal gift. Open to all skill levels and ages, this hands-on session is a cozy way to kick off the holiday spirit with family and friends. 🏡💟 🧵What’s Included: -All materials provided: fabric, materials for designing & decorating, stuffing, and more -Guidance from an experienced artist -Mix of hand

    $15

  • Julbord Dinner

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Start your Christmas celebrations by indulging in a Swedish holiday Smörgåsbord prepared by Jeffrey A. Miller Catering. Join us for a delicious spread of all your favorites including Christmas ham, herrings, meatballs, salads, and bread. A selection of ASHM Christmas Market vendors will be open from 5-7 pm, so you can shop while you enjoy a drink and some hors d’oeuvres before dinner. Book a table and invite family and friends to join you! Doors open at 5 pm for shopping. Dinner will be served at 7 pm. $90 members, $100 non-members, $45 children ages 4-12, or book a table

    $45 – $700

  • Crazy Aaron’s Custom Slime Experience

    Crazy Aaron's Flagship Store 700 East Main Street, Norristown, P, United States

    Celebrate National Slime Day with Crazy Aaron’s Custom Slime Experience! Join us at The Shop @ Crazy Aaron’s for a custom slime experience on National Slime Day, Saturday, December 7th . Create your own custom slime with the help of our experts. You can choose colors, scents, charms, and mix-ins. You will be the designer in making your own slime as you hand-mix the components to form your own unique creation. Each experience is $20 and suitable for ages 3 and up. Shop hours are 10am-4pm.

    $20

  • Lucia Christmas Market

    Lucia & Christmas Market
    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Don’t miss this unique magical holiday experience! The outdoor Christmas Market includes your favorite holiday deli items, Christmas decorations and gifts, and SWEA bakery treats. The Swedish Christmas Café will sell holiday foods and sweets for refreshment. Enjoy live music holiday music by the Last Chance duo throughout the day. During the market, shoppers can experience the Lucia children’s program twice daily. The Market will take place in our heated tent outside, and Lucia performances will be in the Grand Hall. Shoppers can enjoy the day, rain or shine! Tickets are available at the gate or pre-purchase online. Saturday: $10

    $5 – $10

  • Lucia Christmas Market

    Lucia & Christmas Market
    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Don’t miss this unique magical holiday experience! The outdoor Christmas Market includes your favorite holiday deli items, Christmas decorations and gifts, and SWEA bakery treats. The Swedish Christmas Café will sell holiday foods and sweets for refreshment. Enjoy live music holiday music by the Last Chance duo throughout the day. During the market, shoppers can experience the Lucia children’s program twice daily. The Market will take place in our heated tent outside, and Lucia performances will be in the Grand Hall. Shoppers can enjoy the day, rain or shine! Tickets are available at the gate or pre-purchase online. Saturday: $10

    $5 – $10

  • Philadelphia Christmas Eve Brunch Cruise

    City Cruises Philadelphia 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, United States

    Celebrate Christmas Eve in style with City Cruises Philadelphia aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia! Enjoy a festive brunch cruise featuring chef-prepared buffets, seasonal cocktails, a live DJ, fun games, and breathtaking views of the city skyline. Step into a magical Winter Wonderland with a beautifully decorated yacht that captures the holiday spirit. And the ultimate highlight? A special visit from Santa himself, making this a truly memorable holiday experience!

    $56 – $88

  • MLK Day of Service

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Join us with your family at Riverbend as a Martin Luther King Day of Service! Riverbend is hosting a Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and improve their communities. This event is open to ALL ages! Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. Volunteers will be working outdoors helping our Habitat Manager with invasive plant removal. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event: The true cost to Riverbend to offer this educational event to the public is $35 per family. We recognize

    Pay What You Wish

  • Seed to Supper Cooking Workshop with Greener Partners

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Do 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! Together, we’ll whip up delicious, healthy food while learning cool things about where our food comes from. The best part? You’ll get to hop on their awesome blender bike to help make one of the recipes—pedaling your way to a yummy treat! This workshop is perfect for kids ages 8 and up to enjoy with

    $20

  • Weathering the Winter

    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Weathering the Winter Winters were harsh in the 18th century, but even in cold and snowy weather there was still plenty of work to do around the farm. Fires had to be built, food preserved and cooked, and animals needed tending. Visit the Farmstead on February 1st to watch our living historians demonstrate the types of farm chores a family like the Wentzes would have had to do this time of year. Watch as meat and other provisions are cured and preserved in the Smokehouse, check out a cooking demonstration in

  • Winter Gulls at Glen Foerd

    Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Glen Foerd mansion sits along the Delaware River in the northeastern-most corner of Philly and is one of the best places in the city to study gulls during the winter. While there is no guarantee, we are hoping to see a rare gull such as Iceland or Glaucous Gull. There should also be a good amount of waterfowl out on the river and we can discuss how to distinguish Double-crested Cormorants from the Great Cormorants that visit the area in winter. We plan this as a stationary event overlooking the river, but if folks want, we can also explore the

  • Presidents’ Day Family Day and JDAIM Celebration

    Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History 101 South Independence Ml East, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Schools are closed, but the museum is open! Join us at the Weitzman for a FREE Family Day jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. This year, we’re spotlighting Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) alongside exciting programs, workshops, crafts, a resource fair, scavenger hunts, and more. Highlights include: Mr. John’s Music class with Miss Cat, Face Painting with BonBon Parties, Khalil Munir’s show The Crown's Corner, Adoughma sensory-friendly play dough fun, Open Gym with We Rock the Spectrum, and a Cartoon-Making Workshop.

    Free

  • Brazilian Adventure at Welsh Road Library

    Welsh Road Library 9233 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, United States

    Welsh Road Library will host Minas for a small music program. Minas introduces students to the country of Brazil through its music, Samba and Bossa Nova. After performing examples of Brazilian music and presenting historic, geographical and educational references, they introduce Brazil’s famous festival Carnaval, demonstrating authentic Brazilian percussion instruments - surdo, tamborim, repinique, agogô, reco-reco, ganzá, pandeiro, and cuíca. Participation is enhanced by engaging students to sing in Portuguese (the language of Brazil), scat, and play Brazilian samba percussion (instruments supplied). Students learn while being engaged and having fun.

    Free

  • Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Opening Weekends

    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, P, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm is open for the 2025 season on Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6 from 10am-6pm. For its second weekend of the season, the 30-acre Family Farm will offer its six signature attractions – barnyard mini-golf, the aerial adventure, silo climbing wall, goat yoga the goat experience and tractor rides. They will also be accepting reservations for birthday parties and field trips. Admission is $14.99, while children under 34 inches tall are always free! Parking is also free. Visitors can BYO their own food. Reservations are strongly recommended for signature activities.

    $14.99

  • Philly Maker Faire

    Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Studio 16, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come see what Philly Makes! Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects. Philly Maker Faire is a volunteer-organized, family-friendly celebration featuring local do-it-yourself science, art, robots, crafts, tech, music, hands-on-activities, and more.

  • Easter Family Day

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Celebrate Easter like a Swede at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Easter Family Day! Join us on Sunday, April 6th, from 2-4 pm to experience Swedish Easter traditions. In Sweden, Easter kicks off with a trick-or-treat-like candy hunt on Maundy Thursday. Children dress up as Easter witches with long skirts, headscarves, painted red cheeks, and freckles and go from house to house, wishing people Happy Easter. At our celebration, children can make Swedish Easter crafts, dress up as Easter witches, enjoy face-painting, and take part in a traditional egg hunt. We will have two egg hunts, one for kids ages

    $15 – $35

  • Spirit of Spring Fireside

    Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Food Trucks • Beer • Wine & Spirits • Garden Tours • Storytime & Kids Crafts • and more! Shake off the winter chill and welcome the beauty of spring at Tyler Arboretum! Gather with family and friends for an evening of seasonal fun, featuring crackling firepits, toasted marshmallows, and the fresh sights and scents of spring starting to bloom. Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, simple outdoor games and activities, guided walks through gardens and budding woodlands, and a spring evening outdoors—plus refreshing beverages to sip as you soak in the season. It’s the perfect way to embrace

    Free for Members | Non-members Pay General Admission

  • Old House Care Workshop – Masonry: Mortar and Brick

    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    WMAN Historic Preservation Initiative and Cliveden of the National Trust present the Old House Care 2025 Workshop Series! WMAN's Historic Preservation Initiative champions the economic, environmental, and community benefits of saving our historic places. Increase your knowledge on common house care topics through this three part workshop series. On Tuesday, April 22nd, Ray Tschoepe and Andrew Staples will lead a class on masonry - mortar and brick. Class begins at 6:30pm in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. Online registration recommended as space is limited. A donation is suggested: $10 per workshop or $25 for all

    Free

  • Cliveden Conversation – The Sacred Remains: American Attitudes Toward Death in the Early 19th Century

    Online

    Join Dr. Gary Laderman as he explores the changing attitudes toward death and the dead in the first half of the 19th century. Our current exhibit at Cliveden, The Turmoil of Transition, explores the experiences of one household after the death of Benjamin Chew Jr in 1844. The program is free and virtual; advanced registration through our website is required: https://cliveden.org/cliveden-conversations/ About the Speaker Dr. Gary Laderman is the Goodrich C. White Professor of American Religious History and Cultures at Emory University and author of numerous books including two on the history of death in America: The Sacred Remains: American

    Free

  • Sheep Shearing Day

    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Sheep Shearing Day Experience springtime on a colonial farm! Watch our farmers shear our sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as our living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about all the various activities that went into running an 18th century farm as you tour the historic house. Check out the sights and smells of an open-hearth cooking demonstration in the Summer Kitchen. Stop by our demonstrators’ stalls to learn about important crafts like woodworking, sewing, candle-dipping, and

    Free

  • 3rd Annual Crooked Billet History Fair (covering Montgomery & Bucks Counties and Northeast Philly)

    Keith Valley School Events Center 227 Meetinghouse Rd., Horsham, United States

    Join your neighbors from across Montgomery and Bucks Counties and Northeast Philly for the 3rd Annual Crooked Billet History Fair -- which celebrates the Revolutionary War's Battle of the Crooked Billet -- a wonderful afternoon for adults, seniors, families, students, kids, educators, enthusiasts, and anyone who loves history and their community! The 2025 fair - the area's premier FREE annual history event - will offer over FORTY exhibitors from Hatboro, Philadelphia, and across Bucks and Montgomery Counties including historical societies, museums, municipalities, community organizations, and more. These organizations will offer their fascinating artifacts, maps, photos, documents, models, apparel, photo ops,

    Free

  • Spring Family Fest

    The Navy Yard - Central Green Rouse Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Navy Yard is gearing up to host its highly anticipated Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! on April 26th from 12-5p.m. at Central Green. This exciting event promises to be an unforgettable day of activities and entertainment for all ages. The Spring Family Fest: Happy Birthday to Us! is a free event and open to the public, making it accessible to all members of the community. It is set to immerse attendees in the rhythm of live music, provide a world of fun-filled activities for children, tantalize their tastebuds with delicious offerings from pay-as-you-go food trucks, and support

    Free

  • 2025 Temple University Bike Tour

    Temple University

    2025 Temple University Bike Tour Sunday, April 27, 9 a.m. To 1 p.m. Register now at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour. Early Bird Fee: $30 (Ends March 24) General Fee: $35 (Ends April 21) Student Fee: $15 (Ends April 21) Start: Temple University Main Campus (Diamond Lot), 1801 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 End: Temple University Ambler (Ambler Arboretum of Temple University), 580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler PA 19002 It’s time to fly with the Owls! Join us for the 2025 Temple University Bike Tour on Sunday, April 27. Register now and learn more at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour! Registration for the Temple University Bike Tour will

    $15 – $35

  • In Color Bird Watch and Goat Walk with the Philly Goat Project

    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the Philly Goats at the Farm as they share a Goat Walk with their friends at In Color Birding and learn all about our amazing BIRDS!! (and that's not the one's with helmets!) Meet at the goat barn, bird talk starts at 8 am sharp and goat walk departs at 10 am sharp!! We start right on time. Time & Location May 03, 2025, 8:00 AM – May 03, 2025, 11:00 AM Philadelphia, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join the Philly Goats at the Farm as they share a Goat Walk with their friends

  • Tadpole Transformations

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    It’s that exciting time of the year again when our ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! Join Riverbend's Educators for this fascinating annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the Preserve and see the tadpoles in action. This fun event is open to individuals and to families with children of all ages. Guests will explore the preserve and visit activity stations to learn all about frogs. Depending on the weather and other natural factors, we may see a lot of tadpoles or none at all,

    Free

  • Mother’s Day Fishing at Linvilla Orchards

    Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    This Mother's Day, swap brunch for a trout-filled adventure at Linvilla Orchards, where every mom gets to fish for free with a paid child's admission! With May's gentle weather, Orchard Lake becomes the perfect place to reel in fun. You're assured a day packed with excitement and a bounty of fish at the end of your line. No fishing license is needed. Any fish caught and kept over 2 lbs cost $16.99, and fish under 2 lbs cost $6.99. Bring your own rods and bait or rent the supplies you need for a fantastic day of fishing. Build memories that

    $6 – $16

  • Historic Rittenhouse Town Fair

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Historic RittenhouseTown for our 5th annual Town Fair! May 31st 11am-4pm. Town Fair is a free community event with tours, hearth cooking, hiking, activities, health and wellness, vendors, artists, craftsman, and so much more occupying our 20 acre site. Hopefully, we see you there! With over 20 vendors and more signing up come check out all that we have to offer!

    Free

  • Arts in the Park

    High School Park Montgomery Ave & High School Rd., Elkins Park, PA, United States

    30th Annual Arts in the Park Craft Show & Festival offers crafts, music, food, beer, sponsors, children’s activities, and fun for the whole family on Sunday, June 1, 2025 from 11am to 4pm, rain or shine! Artists, musicians, and the community at large will join for family fun when the Friends of High School Park presents its 30th Annual Arts in the Park Craft Show and Festival Sunday, June 1, 2025 at High School Park in Elkins Park. The festival fundraiser benefits native plant restoration at award- winning High School Park. The event, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.,

    $1 – $11

  • Abington Township Public Library’s PrideFest

    Everyone is invited to Abington Township Public Library's PrideFest! Enjoy music, food trucks, crafts, community organizations, vendors, and more! Food trucks will include Babalouie BBQ, Humpty's Dumplings, and Frios Gourmet Pops. Should it rain, we will bring the celebration inside the Library. Thank you to Wawa, Inc for providing free bottles of water. Questions? Contact: Sara Huff, Head of Young Adult Services, at shuff@mclinc.org or 215-885-5180, ext. 147 Jessica Olzak, Children's Librarian, jolzak@mclinc.org or 215-885-5180, 128 Abington Township Public Library 1030 Old York Road Abington, PA 19001

    Free

  • SPIN Philadelphia First Fridays – “Dare to Play As You Are”

    SPIN Philadelphia 211 S 15th St., Philadelphia,, N, United States

    Bringing the party and the pride to your city, join SPIN Philly on the first Friday of June for a celebration of ping pong, play, and unapologetic self-expression. SPIN’s First Fridays returns June 6th with the Dare to Play As You Are event - an all-out Pride Month celebration of queer joy, individuality, and community. This month, we're transforming our clubs into vibrant playgrounds of glitter, glam, and good vibes – because Pride deserves a party as bold and inclusive as the people it celebrates. Throughout the night, rally with friends and chosen family while our DJs spin queer icons,

    $1 – $11

  • Morris Arboretum & Gardens Tour — The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem

    Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    This specialty tour investigates many native plants and trees around the pond and near the Wissahickon Creek. It includes a brief history of the Wetland and describes the nature of a wetland ecosystem. The Wetland offers both the beauty and ruggedness created in the environment. Wetlands provide important resources--water, food, shelter--vital for plants, trees and wildlife that create a native abundant habitat. This tour is off-path, and visitors are advised to wear walking or hiking shoes. Meet at the kiosk as you enter the Morris. Park to the left of the garden entrance. Free with general admission!

    Free – $22

  • Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Bloomin’ Bubbles: Butterflies

    Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us Tuesday, June 17 for a special Bloomin' Bubbles: Butterflies, as we transform the Whimsical Woods into a magical bubble party just for kids! Free with general admission. We're highlighting butterflies with crafts, songs, and dancing as part of our Bees, Butterflies & Blooms exhibition.

    Free – $22

  • Philly Juneteenth Celebration Featuring: Dr. Leonard & Rosalind Jeffries

    The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    JOIN US for a CULTURAL EXPERIENCE Family Fun, Guest Speakers, Fashion & Talent Showcase Vendors,Food, Vendors, EDUTAINMENT & RESOURCES (All Age Event)‼ Juneteenth FREEDOM Celebration 2025 is Philadelphia’s premier cultural event honoring Black freedom, resilience, and excellence. Spearheaded by renowned community leader and event curator Bigga Dre (Amun Sen Hotep Re), this annual celebration has become a vital space for connection, empowerment, and cultural expression in the city. Rooted in the legacy of Juneteenth—the historic commemoration of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans—this event is a vibrant reflection of Philadelphia’s Black community and its ongoing contributions to art, activism, and

    $19

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

    $6 – $20

  • Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend

    Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend
    Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Immerse yourself in two new lush meadows planted especially for this exhibition. Giant pollinator-inspired art adds a creative touch with artists presenting works that capture the essence and importance of pollinators in our ecosystem. Join us in the English Park Pop-Up Pollinator Meadow all weekend long to welcome our new butterfly friends with stories, crafts, and dancing! Free with general admission.

    Free – $22

  • Kensington Queer Circus Fest

    Philadelphia Brewing Company 2440 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    We’re the East Kensington Arts Committee (EKAC), a volunteer-run group working in partnership with the East Kensington Neighbors Association (EKNA), and we’re thrilled to announce the first annual Kensington Queer Circus Fest—our neighborhood’s own PRIDE celebration! Join us on Saturday, June 28, 2025, for a free, family-friendly event that centers and celebrates queer artists, circus performers, and creators—right in the heart of East Kensington, Philadelphia, on Martha Street between York and Hagert. This isn’t just a festival. It’s a vibrant celebration of diversity, inclusion, creativity, and community—a joyful space where queer voices and circus arts come together to create something

  • Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend

    Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend
    Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Immerse yourself in two new lush meadows planted especially for this exhibition. Giant pollinator-inspired art adds a creative touch with artists presenting works that capture the essence and importance of pollinators in our ecosystem. Join us in the English Park Pop-Up Pollinator Meadow all weekend long to welcome our new butterfly friends with stories, crafts, and dancing! Free with general admission.

    Free – $22

  • Blueberry Festival at Linvilla Orchards

    Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Get ready for a berry good time as blueberries make their return to Linvilla Orchards! Join us on Saturday, July 12, 2025, for the Linvilla Orchards annual Blueberry Festival. Whether you're picking your own or grabbing some from our farm market, there's plenty to enjoy. Tickets for pick-your-own are available for purchase at Linvilla.com. Indulge your sweet tooth with a variety of blueberry-licious treats from the Linvilla bakery. Love blueberry pie? Join our pie eating contest! Two rounds will crown Linvilla Champions, with ages 13-17 and ages 18 and up competing in a timed Blueberry Pie eating challenge. Winners in

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

    $6 – $20

  • Design A Doodad: COOKIE GARDEN

    Design Gym SUMMER HOURS
    Design Gym LLC 1714 N. Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    How much do you know about the native plants here in Philadelphia? Find out how we can best contribute to our ecosystem with this delectable workshop that brings together landscape design and cookie decorating. Bring home a beautifully decorated half dozen cookies, packaged to give, or to enjoy on your own. Then start designing your very own garden! ABOUT DESIGNER(S) Samantha Lam is the owner of Moonflour Bake Shop and is excited to share her knowledge in decorating beautiful cookies. Lola Serrano is a multi-disciplinary designer shaping brands, spaces and experiences that tell a story. Working everywhere, Lola take projects

    $75

  • Design A Doodad: COOKIE GARDEN

    Design Gym SUMMER HOURS
    Design Gym LLC 1714 N. Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    How much do you know about the native plants here in Philadelphia? Find out how we can best contribute to our ecosystem with this delectable workshop that brings together landscape design and cookie decorating. Bring home a beautifully decorated half dozen cookies, packaged to give, or to enjoy on your own. Then start designing your very own garden! ABOUT DESIGNER(S) Samantha Lam is the owner of Moonflour Bake Shop and is excited to share her knowledge in decorating beautiful cookies. Lola Serrano is a multi-disciplinary designer shaping brands, spaces and experiences that tell a story. Working everywhere, Lola take projects

    $75

  • Design A Doodad: COOKIE GARDEN

    Design Gym SUMMER HOURS
    Design Gym LLC 1714 N. Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    How much do you know about the native plants here in Philadelphia? Find out how we can best contribute to our ecosystem with this delectable workshop that brings together landscape design and cookie decorating. Bring home a beautifully decorated half dozen cookies, packaged to give, or to enjoy on your own. Then start designing your very own garden! ABOUT DESIGNER(S) Samantha Lam is the owner of Moonflour Bake Shop and is excited to share her knowledge in decorating beautiful cookies. Lola Serrano is a multi-disciplinary designer shaping brands, spaces and experiences that tell a story. Working everywhere, Lola take projects

    $75

  • Arte en las Calles: Timbalona

    Marz 4518 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140, United States

    Esperanza Arts Center presents Arte en las Calles Fiesta de Verano: Timbalona Featuring TIMBALONA Blaze Born (AMLA Rock Band) in partnership with Artcinia Hosted by Anjoli Santiago and Rumba 106.1’s Jose Urdaneta Saturday, July 19, 2025 4:00pm-7:00pm Marz Auto Central (5th & Annsbury) Join us at Marz Auto Central for our first Arte en las Calles event of the summer with live music by Timbalona. Featuring Latin food, merchant fair, dancing, and fun activities for all ages. Public Transportation: Marz Auto is located along SEPTA Bus Line 47. Parking: Free parking available at Rite Aid on 5th & Annsbury Free

    Free

  • Nature at Night: Reptiles

    Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    What makes reptiles so unique in the animal kingdom? Slither, crawl, and creep into the fascinating world of turtles, snakes, and amphibians with AARK Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center. This engaging program introduces you to the amazing adaptations that help reptiles survive – like scaly skin, cold-blooded bodies, and powerful jaws. You’ll meet live ambassador reptiles native to Pennsylvania and learn about their habitats, diets, and important roles in our ecosystems. Please check in at the Visitor Center upon arrival. About the presenter: AARK Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center is a nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation and education center with a mission

    $20

  • Crayfish Dinner Party!

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Like discovering new cultural cuisine? Looking for a fun night out with friends? Enjoy a summer evening at the American Swedish Historical Museum to indulge in a Swedish specialty: crayfish! At one time the lakes of central Sweden were filled with crayfish, but overfishing decimated their population. Eventually, the government prohibited the catching of crayfish except for a short time in late summer. After going the whole summer without the delicacy, the return of crayfish to the dinner table in August became a great cause for celebration, a tradition that has continued through today. Please join us on the Museum’s

    $60 – $70

  • Peach & Sunflower Festival at Linvilla Orchards

    Linvilla Orchards, 137 Knowlton Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Join us for our annual peach and sunflower festival. This joyous event celebrates the peak of summer with an abundance of ripe peaches and blooming sunflowers. Visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of expansive sunflower fields, perfect for photo opportunities, while enjoying the fresh, juicy peaches picked straight from the orchard. The festival brings the community together, highlighting the farm’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and local produce. Join us for a day of fun, food, and festivities as we honor the sweetness of summer here at Linvilla Orchards. And that's just the beginning! We've packed the day with non-stop

  • Celebrate Norway Free Family Day

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadeplhia, PA, United States

    Join us for a Free Family Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum, all about Norway! In conjunction with our balcony exhibit, Across the Atlantic: Sloopers and the First Organized Emigration from Norway to America, families can learn about Norwegian culture with craft activities throughout the Museum galleries. Try out Norwegian folk art including rosemaling and different styles of paper crafting, and experience some early Scandinavian Viking life by making your own Viking shield and dressing up like a Viking! Walk-ins are welcome but help us plan with your RSVP.

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

    $6 – $20

  • PARK it!

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, United States

    We think that beverage of yours needs a buddy--a coaster! Make that two! We’ll explore the design process from concept to production to go home with our very own pair of coasters. If you haven't tried tufting before, now's your chance in this design experience of discovery and exploration. What to expect: We'll talk to Jayquan and his own journey with tufting, sketch and design our own coasters, learn how to use the tools, and tuft a pair of coasters about 4-inches in diameter to take home.

    $25

  • Arte en las Calles: Fiesta de Verano

    Teatro Esperanza 4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Esperanza Arts Center presents Arte en las Calles Fiesta de Verano Featuring Dendê & Band Forrópera (Chrystal E. Williams & Felipe Hostins) Blaze Born (AMLA Rock Band) Hosted by Rumba 106.1’s Johanny Rodriguez Saturday, August 16, 2025 6:00pm-9:00pm Esperanza Parking lot (4th & Bristol) This summer, feel the rhythm, flavor, and joy – Latino style! Join us this August for a vibrant celebration featuring Latin food, live music, dancing, a local merchant fair, balloons, and fun for all ages. Public Transportation: Esperanza is located along SEPTA Bus Line 47. Parking: Free parking available at 4th and Bristol Free and open

    Free

  • Twilight on the Terrace

    Twilight on the Terrace
    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

    $6 – $20

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, P, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, P, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025

    Hellerick’s Fall Festival 2025
    Hellerick's Adventure Farm 5500 Easton Road, Doylestown, P, United States

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Fall Festival kicks off September 12 and will feature a 5-acre corn maze, hundreds of pumpkins and gourds, and over 50 unique attractions, plus its signature attractions, the Barn Yard mini golf course, aerial adventure, goat yoga and goat adventure, and silo climbing wall. Guests can also partake in u-pick flowers and crops; availability based on the season, as well as enjoy five-acres of sunflower fields boasting 25 different varieties blooming, occurring until first frost. Fresh baked goods and cider will be available on select weekends in September and every weekend in October.

    $19.99

  • Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center

    Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center
    Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

    Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures in the gardens with our new happy hour – featuring extended hours and a full bar. Receive discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! Want to add a little learning to your happy hour? Check out our evening

    $10 – $55