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Fun Things To Do In Delaware County This Weekend For Families And Kids January 14th, 15th and 16th

A list of best things to do in Delaware County this weekend
 January 14th, 15th and 16th

  


What to do this weekend with your family? Here is a list of things you can enjoy with your family this weekend. There is so much to do for families and kids, especially now that most venues are open and happy to welcome you back.



Join Miss Libby for a literacy and movement experience at Middletown Free Library on Friday, Jan. 14th from 11:00-11:30AM! We will read some picture books about ballet and then learn a few classical ballet movements. Wear your socks or ballet slippers and some clothes you can dance in!  Ballet costume/attire is not required but is definitely welcome. 

Registration is limited to 10 children. All genders welcome! Best for ages 3-6.



Storytime outdoors! For those who would still rather not come in for storytime, Mr. Scott will continue to offer one storytime a week outside in the amphitheater. Bring your blankets!



Jurassic Quest is North America’s largest and most realistic Dinosaur event. Guests walk through the Cretaceous, Jurassic and Triassic Periods and experience for themselves what it was like to be among dinosaurs of all kinds. Jurassic Quest is the only interactive dinosaur event that has more true-to-life size dinosaurs than any other touring dinosaur event in each of its indoor touring locations from the very small to the gigantic. In collaboration with leading paleontologists, each dinosaur has been painstakingly replicated in every detail. Whether their prehistoric counterpart had skin that was scaly, had feathers or fur, Jurassic Quest has spared no expense in bringing the dinosaurs to life. Jurassic Quest exhibits also allow future paleontologists to dig up fossils, ride their favorite life-sized dinosaurs, enjoy walking dinosaur and baby dinosaur shows, and enjoy a dinosaur-themed playland in addition to face painting, crafts, and much more. 



Join us at 1pm on Saturday, January 15th at Comfort Inn and Suites in Glen Mills PA for our Family Friendly Magic Show feat

Magician Jake Swartz from the TV Stations Fox, CBS, NBC, Fox Sports Networks and Good Day Philadelphia


DINO & DRAGON STROLL is the only North American Tour that lets up walk-thru and get up close to life-like and life-size dinosaurs AND dragons!

Nowhere else can you encounter colossal sized dinosaurs ranging from babies to the huge Brachiosaurus standing 20 ft. tall and 36 ft. long,  the massive Mamenchisaurus standing over 2 stories high and 60 ft. long, the mammoth Spinosaurus also over 2 stories high and over 45 ft. long, the enormous, show stopping T-Rex at 28 ft. tall and over 60 ft. long and the gigantic Apatosaurus that is 24 ft. tall and 65 ft. long, just to name a few!  

DINO & DRAGON STROLL features themed rides including bounce house inflatables, Dinosaur Scooters, Walking Dinosaur Rides, Stationary rides that give the opportunity to climb on a dinosaur to experience what it would be like to ride on one, and T-Rex ATV’s that children can ride along on a track circling a T-Rex.  Children can also participate in Storytime and the Dinosaur and Dragon Craft Creations Station for various hands-on crafts.  




Chilly Philly Mini Golf transforms Center City’s only miniature golf course for socially-distanced winter fun. The perfect outdoor outing for families, date night, and holiday fun. The course is filled with lights, holiday music, and larger-than-life wintertime friends. The 18-hole game features reproductions of Philadelphia icons and landmarks, including The Liberty Bell, The Rocky Steps, and the Ben Franklin Bridge.


Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest

From ice skating to amusements, to plenty of takeout and outdoor dining options.  Blue Cross Riverrink Winterfest is the perfect destination for winter adventuring.  Reserve your ice skating tickets in advance today.

Don't forget to also reserve a cozy outdoor cabin or a firepit for post skating hangouts. 




On weekends beginning January 8 through March 20, guests are invited to visit the park to enjoy our event series during Elmo's Furry Fun Fest. Celebrate everyone's favorite red monster during Elmo's Rockin' Birthday Bash, treat little loves to a fun day during the My Fuzzy Valentine's Celebration, let the good times roll during our family-friendly Mardi Gras Celebration, experience our St. Patrick's Day Celebration, and wish Big Bird a Happy Birthday during his Birthday Weekend.




We’re very excited to bring an outdoor ice skating rink to Delaware County! For our first year, you can expect fun for the whole family including ice skating sessions, lounge area, heated tent, and great food and beverages.

The Wizard of Oz Educational Exhibit, a traveling exhibit based on the beloved movie classic, opens on Oct. 8 in Philadelphia. Visitors of all ages are invited to come along with Dorothy and Toto on a multi-sensory exploration of the Land of Oz.




Guests to the Philadelphia Museum of Art can pay what they wish for admission every Friday evening and the first Sunday of the month. Reservations are required.



Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park have adventures behind every corner. They are the ultimate indoor playground for your entire family. Take your kids’ birthday party to the next level or spend a day of fun with the family, and you’ll see why we’re more than just a trampoline park.



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Fun Things to Do With Kids In Delaware County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the events or activities posted on this blog. Events and activities are posted for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the times, dates, or locations of activities and events. We also do not guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.

COVID-19 DISCLAIMER

All the contents on this website and all social media platforms are provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is intended to offer guidance regarding venues and businesses that are reopening. The ultimate judgment regarding any specific activity is yours. We do not take any responsibility for any decision you make with the information provided on this website and on our social media platforms. We are not medical doctors or professionals, nor do we have any medical or scientific training, education, or experience. You should follow government guidelines for safe practices for yourself and your family members before making any decisions relating to any activities that are outside your home. 

Best Places For Apple Picking in the Delaware County Area

Apple Season has started in our area and it's a great outdoor family-friendly activity. We have found the best apple farms and orchards that are in the Philadelphia area, where you can pick your own apples, or and enjoy a day on a farm! 






29 Copes Lane, Media, PA 
610 564-0794 

Pick Your Own Fruit Season Open Now! Please Abide by Social Distancing Guidelines/wear masks. Pick your Own fruits and veggies includes a $2.50 admission fee (cash preferred) to help support the farm. Pick your own fruit and vegetables is a great family outing, and with 35 acres there is plenty of room.



137 West Knowlton Road Media
610-876-7116

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are changing the way we handle Pick-Your-Own (PYO).  No one will be permitted in the fields to pick without a prepaid container.  We will be running bench wagons to transport to and from the field until the Fall.  One family per bench. We are also limiting the number of guests permitted to pick at one given time.   





1000 Marshallton-Thorndale Road, West Chester
610-269-3494

Reservations are required! Walking to the fields is not permitted.


Tuesday – Friday 11am-5pm

Prepay online and call us when you arrive. We’ll bring your containers and give you directions to drive yourself to the fields.


Saturday & Sunday  9am-5pm

Prepay online and check-in at the Red Shed.  We’ll check you in, give you containers, and tickets to ride the shuttle.






ShadyBrook Farm 931 Stony Hill Road Yardley, PA
215 968 1670

Starting Sept 11, pick your own crops can only be accessed via FallFest. FallFest admission includes wagon rides to pumpkins, apples & sunflowers (apples & sunflowers while supplies last), corn maze, hay maze, jumping pillow, spider web, playground, go-carts + an animated Chicken Show. Timed tickets must be purchased in advance. PYO fruit & flowers are priced by the lb. or stem.




40 Fruit Lane Morgantown, PA
610-856-7300


Pick-your-own fruit at Weaver’s is relaxing and kid-friendly, a chance to enjoy nature and pick sumptuous fruit. All of our apple and peach trees are dwarf trees, so most fruit will be within easy reach. Please see our COVID-19 Policies for 2020 listed on the website. Please observe all rules for the benefit of all of our customers and our farm.




Fun Things to Do With Kids In Delaware County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the events or activities posted on this blog. Events and activities are posted for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the times, dates or locations of activities and events. We also do not guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.

COVID-19 DISCLAIMER

All the contents on this website and all social media platforms are provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is intended to offer guidance regarding venues and businesses that are reopening. The ultimate judgment regarding any specific activity is yours. We do not take any responsibilities about any decision you make with the information provided on this website and on our social media platforms. We are not medical doctors or professionals, nor do we have any medical or scientific training, education, or experience. You should follow government guidelines for safe practices for yourself and your family members before making any decisions relating to any activities that are outside your home.





Fun Things To Do With Kids in Delaware County Top 10 Weekend Events for March 31st, April 1st & 2nd

Our top 10 picks for this weekend March 31st, April 1st & 2nd

                



Friday

1
Physical Fitness, Music, and Movement with Miss Kelly at the Marple Library (registration required)

2. Check out the  Dinosaur Revolution at Delaware Museum of Natural History




Saturday 

3. 
Once Upon a Garden storytime at the Chanticleer

4. Head to 
Michaels for an Easter Egg decorating event

5. Bank of America Free Museum Days 

6. Join CCC for their production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr.! 

7. Take a hayride to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards

8.  Miss Jackie's Super-Duper Fun Crafts and Storytime at Barnes & Noble 


Sunday  

9. PNC Arts Alive First Sundays for Families at the Brandywine River Museum  

10. 
Free First Sundays at the Barnes


* Check out our calendar for more ideas

Saturday Paint the Movie Class at Color to Canvas

Every Saturday at 10:30am we play a family friendly movie and we paint the theme. This is a great opportunity to arrange a play date, birthday party or special treat. We also serve FREE popcorn (while supplies last).


For more information: www.colortocanvas.com

Location: 3720 Garrett Road, Drexel Hill, PA

Cost: $15

Fun Things To Do With Kids in Delaware County Top 10 Weekend Events for March 11, 12, & 13

Our top 10 picks for this weekend March 11th, 12th & 13th



Friday   



1. Friday Afternoon Craft at Ridley Township Public Library

2.Marple Newtown High School presents The Little Mermaid



Saturday 


3. Lowes Build and Grow Clinic


4. Head to Michaels KIDS CLUB to make a Bunny Frame


5. Spring ReZOOvenation! at the Brandywine Zoo



6. Get into select museums for free with The Museum Day Live!

7. The Media Theater presents Sleeping Beauty 

8. Luv-n-Bunns Rabbit Rescue: Photos with a Real Easter Bunny! at Media-Upper Providence Free Library



Sunday

9. 
The Philadelphia Flower Show

10.  Upper Darby High School proudly presents the family-favorite, “Seussical


Bonus Events

Backyard Animals at the Radnor Library (registration required)

Great Narberth Leprechaun Hunt 

Science Saturday at Hagley

Toddler Time at Sky Zone Glen Mills

Play a round of indoor mini golf at Linvilla Orchard’s 


2nd Saturday in Media


The Science Behind Pixar at The Franklin Institute

Great Balls of Fire: Comets, Asteroids, Meteors at  the Delaware Museum of Natural History 


* Check out our calendar for more ideas



Photo courtesy of  Marple Newtown High School

Touch A Truck at Elam



Elam United Methodist Church will hold TOUCH-A-TRUCK, a family fun community wide event, on Saturday, September 21st from 10:00 to 2:00 pm (rain date September 28th). Get “up close” with emergency vehicles, fire and ladder trucks, ambulance, flat beds, police vans, vintage trucks and construction vehicles.

Vendor trucks will be on site with cupcakes, pizza and ice cream, as well as Herr’s Potato Chip truck. There will be a performance from “Making Music,” face painting, a Jazz Ensemble and so much more.

Additional parking and shuttle service will be available at Garnet ValleyMiddle School parking lot on Smithbridge Road. There will be an admission fee of $5.00 & $3 for kids



For more information visit http://www.elamumc.org/ or contact the church office for additional information at 610 459-2911 or randy@elamumc.org.

Location:    Elam United Methodist Church located at 1073 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills, Pa. 
This event is appropriate for  the whole family

Cost:  admission fee of $5.00 for adults $3 for kids

Jungle Boogie at the Brandywine Zoo



Jungle Boogie
Saturday, July 13 & Sunday, July 14
10am - 3:45pm



Take a trek through a Tropical Rainforest right here at the Zoo! Meet jungle critters up close and personal in this event designed to enlighten you to the beauty and mysteries of the jungle!



For more information:   http://www.brandywinezoo.org/

Location: Brandywine Zoo 1001 North Park Drive
Wilmington, DE 19802

This event is appropriate for: the whole family   

Cost: $5.00 - $7.00

Sheep To Shawl at Colonial Plantation

Sheep To Shawl
April 27th
11:00 -5:00 with last entry at 4:00




You are invited to a Sheep to Shawl event.  Come see the horned dorset sheep and hog island sheep of the Colonial Plantation lose their winter coats. Saturday, April 27th. See the complete process -skirting, washing, dyeing, carding, drop spinning, wheel spinning, knitting and weaving. There will be flax, bobbin lace, and lucet demonstrations. There will also be hearth cooking, garden, farm, and house tours. Our master potter, Nicole Dubrow, will be demonstating how to use the kick wheel. Enjoy a day in the country that is very close to home.
Shearing Demonstrations at 12:30 PM & 2:30PM




For more informationwww.colonialplantation.org

Location: Ridley Creek State Park Media PA

This event is appropriate for  the whole family

Cost: Admission is $10.00 for adults and $8.00 for children ages 4 to 12. Children under age 4 are free.

Loomis Luau Fun Fair

Loomis Elementary School FUN FAIR 
Saturday, March 9th
from 11-3.


This event is open to everyone. It is free to enter - tickets will be sold at the door if you would like to play the games and raffles. Lunch will also be sold in the cafeteria.

There will be Games, Prizes, Raffles, Gently used book sale and of course FOOD!

Come out and enjoy the fun!


For more information:  http://www.mnsd.net

Location:  Loomis Elementary School 369 N. Central Blvd Broomall, PA 19008

This event is appropriate for:  the whole family

Cost:  Free to come. The tickets to play games are 3 for $1

Homeschool Week at the National Constitution Center




FIRST ANNUAL HOMESCHOOL WEEK AT THE
NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER

 The National Constitution Center invites students and their families to participate in the Center’s first annual Homeschool Week, Monday, February 11 – Friday, February 15, 2013.  Homeschoolers will enjoy the Center’s exhibitions, including Signers’ Hall and the award-winning theatrical production Freedom Rising, and the opportunity to enhance and enrich their experience with tours and workshops lead by the Center’s education staff.  The Center’s first Homeschool Week will highlight the American Presidency.  A second Homeschool Week is planned for June 17 – June 21, 2013.

Admission prices for homeschool families are $10 for students, $6.50 for parents and chaperones, and $5 for National Constitution Center members.  Pre-registration is recommended.  For more information or to register, please call 215.409.6800 or email groupsales@constitutioncenter.org.  Morning and afternoon programs are available.  The Center’s Homeschool Week is designed for students ages 6 – 14.
  



For more information:   www.constitutioncenter.org

Location525 Arch Street, Independence Mall Philadelphia, PA 19106

This event is appropriate for:   kids ages 6-14

Cost: $10 for students, $6.50 for parents and chaperones, and $5 for National Constitution Center members

Maple Sugaring Exploration at Tyler Arboretum

Feburary 3 2013
 10:30 am - 12:00 pm


Put on mittens and hats and come to see how maple syrup is made. Begin indoors with some background about trees and how sap rises in the spring, and then head out to learn about tapping trees and collecting sap. Watch how sap is boiled down over a fire and enjoy a taste of the yummy finished product. 


For more informationwww.tylerarboretum.org 

Location: 515 Painter Rd Media PA

This event is appropriate for: This program is suitable for ages 5 and older

Cost: Pre-registration required; $6 members, $8 non-members

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for December 14, 15, & 16

Our top 10 picks for this weekend December 14th, 15th & 16th






Friday

1. Head to the Forrest Theater to check out Million Dollar Quartet an electrifying new musical.

2. Enjoy a holiday tradition at Neumann when the International Ballet Classique Performs the Nutcracker.

Saturday

3. Skate with Santa at Marple Sports Arena 

4.  Learn how to bling out your bike at the Barbie Bike Bling It Demo at Toys R Us

5. Holiday Concert at Newtown Square library with Makin' Music and the big guy will be there too!
6. Santa leaves his reindeer at the North Pole and arrives by helicopter at the American Helicopter Museum.

7.  Have breakfast with Santa Cow at Chick-fil-A Concordville

8. Get your tickets to see Dr. Dolittle at the Media Theater

Sunday

9. Watch the twinkling lights at Rose Tree Park's Festival of Lights


10. Take a train ride with Santa on the West Chester Railroad with the Santa Express.

Don't forget to check out the Fun Things Holiday Events Guide for all your family friendly holiday events!




* Check out our calendar for more ideas.


Holiday Websites for Kids


Here are some fun websites for kids to try during the holiday season, as I find more of them I will add them to the list. Enjoy


Email Santa your list and he'll write back to you. This a good one if you have more than one child. When we tried it my daughters got 2 different letters.



Gingerbread Man make your own gingerbread man on Starfall

North Pole has a list of free things kids can do. They can chat with elves, write to Santa, coloring pages and much more all for free.

NORAD Santa this fun site serves as great countdown til Christmas.  On Christmas Eve your kids can track Santa

Elf yourself this is a fun and free site sponsored by Office Max. You can upload a picture of yourself and your family and watch everyone dance.

Hanukat this site offers a playful, interactive way for children both Jewish and non-Jewish - to celebrate Hanukkah and Passover. They use videos, stories and games.

Spoonful this is a Disney run site that has coloring pages, crafts and many holiday ideas.

Snowman Construction Kit this site allows your kids to build a snowman on-line

Santa Claus Fun this site has it all coloring pages, recipes, jokes, poems, stories and much more