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  • 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

  • Historic Rittenhouse Town Fair

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6035-6049 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • DESIGN YOUR OWN SUNDAE

    Design Gym 1714 North Mascher Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Have you enjoyed an ice cream sundae before? Did you know that creating your own sundae was a design project? What kind of ice cream, sauces, toppings, and more. Come join us on Saturday, August 2nd, between 12-5pm for our Design Your Own Sundae. Explore this sweet and creative design experience, by walking through the design process to enjoy that scoop of ice cream. Try designing more than one sundae with some of other activities to flex your creativity + design chops at our community design studio in Olde Kensington/Norris Square.

    $5

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Philadelphia String Project Open House

    Presser Hall - Temple University 2001 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, United States

    JOIN US FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE! The Philadelphia String Project at Temple University (PSP) serves beginning young string (upper & lower) players (K-6th grade) from the Philadelphia area in this weekly 3-year program incorporating group lessons and string ensembles. Students are taught by a Master Teacher and supported by Temple University undergraduate music education and performance string interns. No audition or previous musical experience required. Student must provide their own instrument. Visit tinyurl.com/PhiladelphiaStringProjectatTU for full details and to let us know if you'll be stopping by! The Philadelphia String Project is part of the Community Music Scholars Program which provides

    Free

  • 2025 Revolutionary Germantown Festival

    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Germantown’s place in the American Revolution will be on full display at the Revolutionary Germantown Festival, Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10am to 4pm, rain or shine. Enjoy hands-on activities, meet the soldiers, tours, food and more at this annual free event hosted at Cliveden, the epicenter of the 1777 Battle of Germantown. Explore the lives and experiences of people from the past throughout the day. Meet soldiers from the British and Continental armies and visit their camps to learn about life during the American Revolution, including the Museum of the American Revolution’s replica of George Washington’s mobile headquarters during

    Free

  • Indigenous Stories from Latin America

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

    Esperanza Arts Center presents Indigenous Stories from Latin America Storytime & Activities with Alyssa Reynoso-Morris Saturday, November 22, 2025 3:00pm TEATRO ESPERANZA General Admission: $5, Adults Children & Seniors FREE Children’s book author Alyssa Reynoso-Morris leads an afternoon of bilingual story time and activities for children and families featuring Indigenous Stories from Latin America that reflect themes of heritage, courage, and belonging. Perfect for ages 4-8! Part of VOCES: EAC’s VOCES series spotlights a different facet of Latin American culture and traditions each season. This year’s VOCES Series will feature indigenous cultural traditions from Latin America and the Caribbean. Food

    $5

  • Right in the Eye – Georges Melies live movie-concert

    Penn Live Arts Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Live music blends with classic film in this movie-concert by France’s Alcoléa & cie. A Philadelphia debut, Right in the Eye celebrates Georges Méliès, a pioneer of the cinema and inventor of special effects, by adding an original, multi-layered score to complement and interpret 12 of his otherwise silent films. A trio of musicians play an extraordinary range of 50 instruments, from the classics to the obscure, evoking the technical wizardry and playful creativity that defined Méliès’ work. This unique production puts music and film in perfect harmony to reimagine cinema’s early years.

    $51

  • Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean

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

    Join us for a spectacular performance by the Philadelphia Children's Theater! Baby Whale journeys through the ocean to reunite with Mommy Whale, who has become tangled in a ghost net in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. With help from his community of aquatic pals & new human friends, Baby Whale helps make the ocean more safe (and more fun) for all. Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean educates and inspires children and their grown-ups to learn about the ocean and all of the wonderful creatures who live there. Through the powers of community and problem-solving, participants work together to have

    $17.85

  • Clay for Kids

    Utility Works - Art Studios & Maker Space 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    Kids Intro to Ceramics: Pinch Pots February 7th | 🕓12pm - 1pm Utility Works | 32 E Baltimore Ave, Lansdowne, PA Join us at Utility Works Creative Community, and get hands-on with clay in this fun, kid-focused introduction to ceramics! In this single-session class, young artists will learn the basics of handbuilding with clay using a simple and classic technique called pinch pots. Pinch pots are an easy, approachable way to explore clay. Kids will start by shaping a basic form and, as their confidence grows, can choose to turn it into something more imaginative, like a bowl, cup, animal,

    $45

  • 101 Design Concept

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us to work through the design process and understanding how designers base their design solution from a concept with head coach + founder Erike. We’ll do our best to understand how to get to a concept, how it develops, and try some sketching and exercise how to get to a concept on our own. No doodads/pieces will be made, this is purely a session to get to know process and tools.

    $25

  • Pages of Pride

    Utility Works - Art Studios & Maker Space 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    In this activity, led by mixed media artist Kyra Pope, participants are invited to decorate the cover of their own handmade junk journal using a wide range of recycled and collage materials. These journals serve as a personal space to explore joy, identity, and self-expression! This activity celebrates Black creativity, hair empowerment, and affirmation, encouraging everyone to experiment with layering, color, words, and texture.The goal isn’t perfection—it’s expression. No experience is needed! If you can tear paper and place a sticker, you can create something beautiful. Participants can take home their journal to continue exploring their voice, story, or simply

    Free

  • Astronomy Day 2026 at The Franklin Institute

    The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, Pa, United States Minor Outlying Islands

    Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured Programming: Solar Viewing in Science Park: Safely view the sun with telescopes and custom solar-viewing tents. Space Suit Show: Do you have what it takes to visit space, or at least dress the part? Learn the ins and outs of a space suit to prepare you for your future travels. Explosive Trash Can Rocket Launch Finale: See science performers launch a 40-gallon

    $23 – $29

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • YMCA’s Fit Truk & Fresh2You’s Mobile Market Pop-up

    Masonic Lodge

    In partnership with Chester County Food Bank, the YGBW's Fit Truk, a mobile wellness hub that brings fitness, health, and community engagement to all ages, will pop up in Coatesville from 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. The Fresh2You Mobile Market will feature high-quality, local, seasonal, and affordable fresh foods while providing education on healthy cooking to communities with limited food access.

    Free

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • Summer Solstice

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

    Celebrate the longest day of the year and welcome summer at Riverbend! Did you know that on summer solstice the sun makes its longest journey across the sky making it the longest day of the year? This day has been celebrated by many cultures throughout history and marks the beginning of summer! Join us on Riverbend’s preserve for summer fun! We’ll have a wine garden for the adults, activities for the kids, pretzels and water ice, a bonfire and s’mores, and live music. Groups are welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair and pack their own picnic dinner. At

    $35

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • The Franklin Institute Block Party: A Summer Celebration

    The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, Pa, United States Minor Outlying Islands

    Philly knows how to throw a party, and this year, The Franklin Institute is taking the celebration outdoors to celebrate the start to summer. On Saturday, June 20, Philadelphia’s iconic science museum transforms into an afternoon of live music, and hands-on science. With programming for every age, the festivities will spread across the front steps, atrium, and museum grounds. Expect soccer activities led by the Philadelphia Union (and a special guest appearance by Phang), weather science with NBC10's Justin Godynick, solar viewing, giant bubbles, and more!

    $23 – $29

  • Profs & Pints Philadelphia: Travel like an Anthropologist

    Black Squirrel Club 1049 Sarah Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Profs and Pints Philadelphia presents: “Travel like an Anthropologist,” an exploration of the cultural complexities of tourism and a guide to ensuring your visits to other places benefit all involved, with Melissa A. Stevens, principal at CultureSnap Consulting and adjunct professor of cultural anthropology at the University of Delaware. Mark Twain once famously remarked that “travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.” Indeed, it can open our minds to new ideas and possibilities, positively contribute to local communities, and help us establish lasting relationships with people across the world. At the same time, however, our travels can be harmful

    Free

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am

    Creative “Kids” Weekend workshops June/July Saturdays 9:00am -10:30am
    FRIEDA 320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

    Kids are invited to stop by our community table from 9:00am -10:30am to engage in art projects designed for all ages and abilities! A volunteer community member or facilitator will host a simple, stress-free creative activity for kids while parents join in or choose to dine in the cafe.

    Free

  • Arts and Crafts Supply Swap

    Arts and Crafts Supply Swap
    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Do you have gently used or new art and craft supplies that are collecting dust? Are there things you bought for projects you're never going to get to or lost interest in? Do you want to try a new hobby but need inspiration and means? Let's share materials that are in good condition! The Art Department and Special Collections invite you to come by the library with supplies that you no longer want or need and pick up something else in exchange. You do not need to bring materials to take something. Join us at Parkway Central in the Heim

    Free

  • The Air We Share Showcase

    The Franklin Institute 222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, Pa, United States Minor Outlying Islands

    The Air We Share Showcase is a special event at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, exploring air quality, air pollution, respiratory health, and environmental science. Included with museum admission, this interactive community event brings together scientists, health experts, and local organizations for hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and family-friendly experiences. Discover how air quality impacts our health, learn how pollution is monitored in local neighborhoods, and explore ways communities are working toward cleaner, healthier air for everyone. Know your air. Protect your health.

    $23 – $29

  • Arts and Crafts Supply Swap

    Arts and Crafts Supply Swap
    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Do you have gently used or new art and craft supplies that are collecting dust? Are there things you bought for projects you're never going to get to or lost interest in? Do you want to try a new hobby but need inspiration and means? Let's share materials that are in good condition! The Art Department and Special Collections invite you to come by the library with supplies that you no longer want or need and pick up something else in exchange. You do not need to bring materials to take something. Join us at Parkway Central in the Heim

    Free