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Healthy Kids Running Series

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , delaware county activities for older kids

Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids from Pre-K to 8th grade. Each Race Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75-yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile, and the one-mile run. Kids compete each week of the Series for a chance to earn points and at the end of the Series, the top boy and girl with the most points in their respective age division receive a trophy. All participants receive a medal!

Date and Time: Sundays, 11am-12pm 9/15-10/13

For more information: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Aston/HealthyKidsRunningSeriesAstonPA?remMeAttempt=

Location:   Aston Community Center,  3270 Concord Rd, Aston, PA 19014

This event is appropriate for: Pre-K to 8th grade

Cost:  $35 for all 5 weeks, or $10/week

Fun Things To Do With Kids in Delaware County Top 10 Weekend Events for December 5, 6, & 7

Fun Things Kids activities for kids in Delaware county , activities for toddlers Delaware county

Our top 10 picks for this weekend December 5th, 6th & 7th

Friday

1. Wayne's Old Fashion Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Saturday

2. Catholic Community Choir presents Breakfast With Santa

3. Home Depot's Kids Workshop How to Build a Yard Stake

4. The Players Club of Swarthmore Presents Pinocchio

5. Wayne's Old Fashion Christmas Santa Parade

6. Magic Show at Marple Sports Arena

7. Register for Gardening with Children at Linvilla Orchards

8. Woodland Winter Wonderland at Tyler Arboretum

Sunday

9. The Narberth Dickens Festival

10. ZOO NOËL at the Philadelphia Zoo

Bonus Events

The Fresh Beat Band live in Concert at the Tower Theater

Winter Fest at Marple Sports Arena

StARR Model Railroad Open House

Knights and Ladies Meet and Greet at Brandywine River Museum

The sun will come out tomorrow at Annie Jr. at the Media Theatre

Saturday Morning Storytime at Barnes & Noble

Holiday Weekends at the Grange Estate

Santa’s Paradise Express on the Strasburg Railroad

A Brandywine Christmas at the Brandywine River Museum

Christmas Celebration at Adventure Aquirium

Arden Theatre Company presents Beauty and the Beast

Arthur and the Tale of the Red Dragon: A Musical Panto at Peoples Light Theater

Watch as trains rumble across bridges and through tunnels on the Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens

Titanoboa: Monster Snake at Delaware Museum of Natural History

Walnut Street Theatre presents Mary Poppins

Yuletide at Winterthur

* Check out the Fun Things Holiday Event Guide

* Check out our calendar for more idea

Ridley Park Fall Festival

Fun Things Kids activities for toddlers Delaware county , Delaware County family fun

Ridley Park Fall Festival

Sunday, October 13th

(rain‐date October 20)

Ridley Park Fall Festival – the fourth year for this community favorite. Being held in downtown Ridley Park, surrounding Borough Hall and the Fire Department (Ward Street) over to the business district, just off Swarthmore Avenue. Bring your friends and neighbors for a day full of the best in family fun, with live entertainment, craft vendors and delicious food! Enjoyed byfamilies from all over Delaware County since 2010, the Ridley Park Fall Festival has grown to over 7,000 visitors.

Highlights include:
• Pumpkins in the Park Car Show with over 50 Antique, Hot Rod and Classic Cars.
• Live Music on two stages featuring: Chico’s Vibe, 4 Play, Wall Street, and Sarah Spicer on
the Main Stage; and Kyleigh Bleacher, the Mr. Nick Band, The Saints, The Ridley HS Drama
Club, and The Ridley Park Presbyterian Church Praise Group, on the Community Stage
• Hay Rides all day long
• Puppet Show sponsored by the Friends of the Ridley Park Library
• Paintball at the Athletic Club, presented by the Ridley Park Swim Club
• Tribute to Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Barnstormers Play house
• Open House at the Ridley Park Fire Department

It is highly recommended that visitors park at designated lots at the Ridley Park Middle School
or Lakeview Elementary. A FREE shuttle van will be available all day for visitors who take
advantage of the parking lots. Alternatively, the Ridley Park train station is just steps away from
all of the action. Trains run every hour on weekends. Check your local schedule at
www.septa.org.

For more information: http://www.mainstreetsofridleypark.com/

Location: Downtown Ridley Park PA

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Chadds Ford Days

Fun Things Kids Delaware county weekend fun , Delco Families

Chadds Ford Days:

September 7th and 8th

from 10 am to 5 pm both days

This fair is an outdoor event that features quality crafters, antique cars, live entertainment, local restaurants, Kids Korner, historic tours of the John Chads House, Colonial Demonstrators, Revolutionary War Reenactors, tours of our newest exhibit: What's in a Name? Roots to Branches of an Old Family Tree which is co-sponsored by the Brinton Association of America, plus a display of Civil War artifacts courtesy of the Christian C. Sanderson Museum to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg
For more information: http://chadds-ford-historical-society.org/

Location: Chadds Ford Historical Society, 1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Cost: Adults $5, children and members free, free parking

Tree House Festival at Tyler Arboretum

Fun Things Kids Children Philadelphia Area , Delaware County family fun

July 21st

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Celebrate trees and the wildlife that makes them their home! Enjoy an awesome raptor show featuring a variety of hawks and falcons, and see them up close with their trainer before and after the show. Members of the William Rush Woodcarvers Club will present interactive carving demonstrations as well as their finished works of art. Not to be missed is the opportunity for kids to climb a tree like the professional arborists, using ropes and harness under the supervision of Oakwood Tree Care Professionals.

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

Location: 515 Painter Rd Media Pa

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Cost: Adults (16 to 64): $9
Seniors (65+): $8
Youths (3-15): $5
Children under 3: Free

Magical Friends Tea Party

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , Delaware County toddlers

July 14th

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

You are invited to join the fairies and all their magical friends for a party! Enjoy a magical scavenger hunt among the trees and flowers of the Arboretum, and create an enchanted halo to take home. Conclude with an elegant and whimsical tea with cookies. After the party, you may want to visit the Fairy House and Gnome Home building area to create your own special dwelling for the magical beings at the Arboretum. Fairy, elf, gnome, goblin, or wizard attire encouraged, but not required.

Pre-registration required
For more information:   http://www.tylerarboretum.org

Location:  515 Painter Road Media, PA 19063

This event is appropriate for:  children ages 4 and older.

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

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for May 24, 25, & 26

Fun Things Kids Children Delaware county , Delaware County Memorial Day

Our top 10 picks for this weekend May 24th, 25, & 26th

Friday

1. Get your tickets to see Arden Children’s Theatre preform Pinocchio

2. Check out all the family fun at the Devon Horse Show this Memorial Day Weekend

Saturday

3. Make a Hero Doll at Michaels

4. 17th Century Skirmish at Colonial Plantation

5. Drop by the Radnor Library for the Family Place Playground

6 Catch the Saturday Matinee of Despicable Me. at the Springfield Library

7. Honor Fallen Military Heroes at the National Constitution Center

8. Celebrate the holiday weekend at Longwood Gardens during their Fireworks and Fountains show

9. Last weekend to see Pinkalicious at the Media Theater.

10. See the additions to Tyler Arboretums collection of Totally Terrific Treehouses, and explore the old favorites.

Don't forget to check out our listing of Memorial Day Parades and Fireworks

* Check out our calendar for more ideas.

The Way Home- A Princess Story

Fun Things Kids children's shows Delaware County , Dance Pa

Saturday, March 9th at 7:30pm

Sunday, March 10th at 2:00pm

The Amazing Grace Praise Dance Company is presenting, "The Way Home- A Princess Story" a Praise Dance Adaptation of Max Lucado's children's story.

“Princess Anna, adopted by the king in her infancy and now a young woman, is intrigued by the world that lies beyond the lush, green hills of the kingdom. When she seeks to satisfy her curiosity, she falls under the influence of the Lowlanders and begins to resemble their haggard style. Never to let a child slip away that easily, the king follows her, and trades his life for hers in order to provide her with a way back home. Despite the king’s sacrifice, the choice to return home is ultimately Anna’s to make.

The underlying truth is unmistakable as Lucado has crafted this powerful story that will speak to all of the King’s children and implore them to follow the path that leads home.”

For more information: http://thewayhomepraisedance.wordpress.com/

Location: Stage One of the Performing Arts Complex of Delaware County, Plush Mill Rd. Wallingford, PA

This event is appropriate for: 4 yrs through adults

Cost: $5- $10 depending on age (after covering costs of production- all proceeds will go to Haiti disaster relief, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Delaware County, and Hurricane Sandy Relief in Queens, NY

Family Birding at Tyler Arboretum

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , Delaware county weekend fun

March 9th

at 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Discovering and identifying birds is a terrific way to enjoy a morning outdoors. Expert birders Sue and Chelsea Lucas will guide kids and their grown-ups in finding the smallest of songbirds or magnificent hawks soaring overhead. Learn to sing bird songs and to talk to birds. No experience necessary. Bring binoculars if you have them.

Family Programs

Grab the kids and have fun together at Tyler! Interactive programs let you learn, create or explore nature and plants. Fee is for each child and each adult.

For more information: www.tylerarboretum.org

Location: 515 Painter Rd Media PA

This event is appropriate for: This program is suitable for ages 7 and older

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

Bricks 4 Kidz Family Night at Chick-fil-A Lima

Fun Things Kids activities for toddlers Delaware county , Delaware County family fun

Family Night at Chick-fil-A

Tuesday January 15th

5pm-8pm

Bricks 4 Kidz of Exton will be at Chick-fil-A Lima. They will be helping kids make a Spin Art model. All kids 12 & under will get a FREE kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal!

For more information: http://www.cfarestaurant.com

Location: 1190 W Baltimore Pike Media, PA 19063

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for Jauary 11,12, & 13

Fun Things Kids Delaware county weekend fun , Delco Families

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

Friday

1. Great news Cinderella at the Arden Theater has been extended till February 3rd

Saturday

2. Register for Lowes Free Build and Grow Clinic

3. Storybook Musical Theatre will take you on the adventure of Alice in Wonderland at St. Joesph's University

4. Storytime for the Holidays at Hedgerow Theatre

5. Last weekend to see the Velveteen Rabbit at the Media Theater

6. Calling all train fans head to St. Albans Episcopal Church for the model train show

7. Head to the Second Saturday event at the Penn Museum

8. Peanut Butter and Jams Presents We Kids Rock at World Cafe Live

9. Head to Linvilla Orchards for indoor golf and the recycled tree maze

Sunday

10. Free Sunday mornings at Brandywine River Museum

* Check out our calendar for more ideas.

Join the Continental Army at Valley Forge Park

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , delaware county activities for older kids

Join the Continental Army

January 5th

at 11AM

Children ages 6-12 are invited to "enlist" in the Continental Army. Participants will be mustered-in to the Continental Army by receiving enlistment papers and copies of Continental currency. Attendees are encouraged to return for future programs, as the topics covered will be different each time. Those who participated in the first programs will help to teach and train newcomers, just as Washington's veteran soldiers would have done, and will be promoted as the program continues.

No reservations necessary. Program takes place the 1st Saturday of each month, January-April, at 11AM. Meet at the Visitor Center.

For more information:   www.nps.gov

Location:   1400 North Outer Line Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406

This event is appropriate for:   ages 6-12

Cost: free

Media Food and Crafts Festival

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , Delaware county weekend fun

Rescheduled to October 14th

The 32nd Annual Media Food & Craft Festival

Sunday October 7th

9am to 5pm

Over 40 outstanding Media Restaurants and dining spots from throughout Delaware County will be offering a wide variety of delectable dishes to visitors in downtown Media. There will also be a vast array of crafters selling their wares. Live music on three outdoor stages throughout the afternoon.

For more information: www.visitmediapa.com

Location: State Street Media PA

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Cost: free to attend- food is additional cost

**Rain date October 14th

Fall Devlopment Class for Future Captains Sports.

Fun Things Kids Activites for Delaware County Moms , Classes for kids in Delaware county

Fridays 9/7/-11/2 (no class on 10/5) Open House 8/17

9:15-10:00 a.m and 10:15-11:00 a.m

Saturdays 9/8-11/3 (no class on 10/6) Open House 8/18

9:15-10:00 a.m. & 10:15-11:00 a.m.

We developed the FC Sports Curriculum using various child development theories as its foundation. We made sure classes are age-appropriate in terms of physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities. We created each game to incorporate child development so that coaches and parents can understand why we do what we do.

The Developmental Milestones

*Social-Emotional: The class will help to increase the importance of peer relations. We will introduce team work and cooperation

*Cognitive: We will assist the participants with improving attention span and ability to concentrate.

*Physical: The participants will work on running, kicking, and jumping. We will focus on foot-eye coordination and balance.

For more information:   Please contact us at www.futurecaptainssports.com or
fcs.coachscott@gmail.com to sign up!

Location: Ampro Field House- 30 Bunting Lane Clifton Heights, PA 19018

This event is appropriate for:   18 months- 6 years

Cost:   $80/participant

Peach Festival at Linvilla Orchards

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , Delaware County free family fun

August 4th

Picking begins at 8am

9:00 am All About Trees! –FREE
Linvilla’s very own Sue Phillips will guide you through the trees available at Linvilla while describing these varieties which are well suited to our region. Topics will include how to select the right trees for your yard, planting your trees and the color palate different varieties utilize to paint your landscape from spring emergence and blossom to fall foliage.

10:00 am -12 pm Give & Take Jugglers

10:30 am Costume Character: Purple Dinosaur

11:00 am Give & Take Jugglers Stage Show

12:00-4:00 pm Makin' Music! will be here performing familiar songs and originals to get the kids singing, dancing, toe tapping and grooving. Enjoy contests, games and fun for the entire family.

1:00 pm Costume Character: Backpack Girl

3:00 pm Costume Character: Honey Bear

4:00 pm Herb Gardening 101 –FREE
Toni McKeon will teach you the basics of herb gardening. Whether you are a veteran or first time gardener, you’ll walk away with lots of information. From potpourri to culinary uses, she will cover it all.

* Rain date August 7th

For more information: www.linvilla.com

Location: Linvilla Orchards- 137 West Knowlton Road, Media, PA

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Cost: free to attend

Kids Yoga in Media

Fun Things Kids Activities for Delaware County Moms , Classes for kids in Delaware county

Saturday, August 4th (ages 4 to 8)
Wednesday, August 8th (ages 4 to 8)
Wednesday, August 22nd (AGES 9 to 12)
6-8pm

Kids Yoga. Poses, stories, games, crafts and a snack all while wearing your PJ's. Parents can drop kids off and stroll into Media. The Wednesday evening class coincides with Media's DINING UNDER THE STARS. Ages 4 to 8. Cost is $10 per child. To register please follow the link to the registration form on my website (www.yogawithalissia.com) or contact Paula Tenaro at recreation@mediaborough.com or call 610-566-5210 x255. There are a limited number of spaces for this event so please register to ensure your spot.

For more information:  www.yogawithalissia.com or alissia@yogawithalissia.com

Location:   Media Community Center

This event is appropriate for:   ages 4 to 8./9-12

Cost: $10

Spaced Out Wednesdays at the Delaware Museum of Natural History

Fun Things Kids Activities for Delaware County Moms , Delaware County family fun

Delaware Museum of Natural History Travels Out of this World with "Spaced Out Wednesdays"

The Delaware Museum of Natural History is blasting off into the cosmos on July 18 and 25 for Spaced Out Wednesdays.

In conjunction with the Museum's latest special exhibit, Earth from Space, on display June 16 through September 3, Spaced Out Wednesdays will feature space-themed programming and activities for visitors of all ages. Plus, the first 100 children in the Museum will receive a free giveaway to expand their knowledge of space and our galaxy.

On July 18, from 10 a.m. - noon and again from 1-3 p.m., the Museum's Education staff will conduct rocket experiments on the back patio to explore how common household items, such as baking soda and vinegar, can launch a film canister into the sky. Also on July 18, from 1-3 p.m., visitors will learn about what it takes for humans to travel into space when Bill Ayrey, historian for ILC Dover, explains the history of space flight technology and what is necessary to successfully travel into orbit. ILC Dover, of Frederica, DE, is the exclusive manufacturer of space suits for NASA and the International Space Station.

On July 25, from 1-3 p.m., the Smithsonian's Andrew Johnston, exhibit curator for Earth from Space, will provide background on the technology used to create this spectacular exhibit as well as insight into how the exhibit was developed. The Museum's Education staff will perform constellation activities from 10 a.m. - noon and again from 1-3 p.m. to view the stars without ever leaving your bedroom.

Spaced Out Wednesdays are sure to be an "out of this world" experience and visitors won't want to miss these exciting activities and guest speakers.

WHAT: Spaced Out Wednesdays

WHERE: Delaware Museum of Natural History, 4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807

DATE: July 18 & 25, 2012

TIME: 9:30-4:30 p.m.

ADMISSION: $9 for adults, $7 for children (3-17), $8 for seniors, FREE for children 2 and younger. FREE for museum members.

MORE INFO: Visit www.delmnh.org or call (302) 658-9111

Free Kids Workshop at Home Depot

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , Delaware County family fun

Build a Moving Truck

Saturday July 7th

9am - 12pm

Home Depot is having a FREE workshop this Saturday, July 7th from 9am to noon at all Home Depot stores. They are geared towards children age 5-12, but the younger children will likely need some help from you.

The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.

In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.

* Find Your Local Store

For more information: http://www.homedepot.com

Locations:

Marple 700 Reed Road Broomall, PA 19008

Ridley Township 300 East Macdade Blvd Folsom, PA 19033

Upper Darby 5342 W Baltimore Pike Primos-Secane, PA 19018

Concord Township 200 Hatton Drive Glen Mills, PA 19342

This event is appropriate for ages 5 and older

Cost: free

CANCELLED Blueberry Festival and Pie Eating Contest at Linvilla

Fun Things Kids Children Delaware county , Delaware County family fun

Saturday, July 7, 2012 (Rain date 7/8/12)

Picking begins at 8 am!

Bring your whole family for a fun-filled day!

Come down to the farm for some good old-fashioned family fun at Linvilla Orchards annual Blueberry Festival!

Expect a day jam-packed with plenty to do! Come hungry and join some champs at the pie-eating contest at 2 pm featuring our deliciously famous pies! If you just feel like watching, enjoy a slice of fireworks cake or other freshly baked treats from our Market.

Don’t forget to leave plenty of time for picking! With ten varieties of blueberries, you can pick your own delicious, fresh blueberries from our fields. Take home a basket full to add to cobblers, pies, and jellies.

Enjoy hayrides through our beautiful fields and orchards, games & contests, music, real pony rides, face painting and lunch from the Linvilla Grill.

9:00 am Blueberry Planting and Care –Free
Did you know that when planting blueberries that you need two different cultivars to pollinate the other? If not, you need to take this class. Learn the basics of growing blueberries. From selection, to planting, to maintenance, Theresa Rowan will discuss it all. You’ll even get some recipes to take home.

9:30 am- 12:30 pm Office Offbeat!

The juggling jester of justice will stroll the farm on stilts and pedal his unicycle about while juggling and entertaining you!

10:00 am Costume Character Mr. Mouse

11:30 Office Offbeat!

Performs his amazing stage show

12:00 pm Terrarium Making for Kids –$25
Your kids will have fun planting a glass cube using succulents and/or cactus. They will also learn how to take care of their plants so that mom and dad won’t have to!

12:00 pm Pie Eating Contest Registration begins at in the entertainment garden

12:00 -4:00 pm Makin' Music! will be here performing familiar songs and originals to get the kids singing, dancing, toe tapping and grooving. Enjoy contests, games and fun for the entire family.

1:00 pm Costume Character Blueberry Dog

2:00 pm Pie Eating Contest

3:00 pm Costume Character Absorbent Sea Creature

4:00 pm Cooking with Judi –Free
Judi is back to demonstrate how to make special blueberry treats such as salad dressing and cake. If you’ve never been to Judi’s demos you sure are missing out. Come early to get a good seat as Judi’s classes are very popular!

For more information: www.linvilla.com

Location: 137 W. Knowlton Road Media, PA 19063

This event is appropriate for: the whole family

Learn to Draw Spider-Man at the Disney Store

Fun Things Kids Delaware County family fun , Delaware County free family fun

July 7: 10:30 am, 11:30 am and 12:30 pm

Comic book artists-in-training are invited to Disney Store to learn how to draw their friendly neighborhood Spider-Man!

*Minimum age for participation is 3 years. Event limited per session based on store capacity. No lineups prior to 30 minutes before event begins. Event subject to change or cancellation without notice. Call store for more information.

For more information: www.disneystore.com

Location: Springfield Mall 1250 Baltimore Pike Springfield, PA 19064

This event is appropriate for: 3 years and older

Cost: free

Healthy Kids Running Series

Fun Things To Do With Kids in Delaware County Top 10 Weekend Events for December 5, 6, & 7

Ridley Park Fall Festival

Chadds Ford Days

Tree House Festival at Tyler Arboretum

Magical Friends Tea Party

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for May 24, 25, & 26

Our top 10 picks for this weekend May 24th, 25, & 26th

The Way Home- A Princess Story

Family Birding at Tyler Arboretum

Bricks 4 Kidz Family Night at Chick-fil-A Lima

Fun Things Top 10 Weekend Events for Jauary 11,12, & 13

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

Join the Continental Army at Valley Forge Park

Media Food and Crafts Festival

Fall Devlopment Class for Future Captains Sports.

Peach Festival at Linvilla Orchards

Kids Yoga in Media

Spaced Out Wednesdays at the Delaware Museum of Natural History

Free Kids Workshop at Home Depot

CANCELLED Blueberry Festival and Pie Eating Contest at Linvilla

Learn to Draw Spider-Man at the Disney Store

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