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The Philadelphia Orchestra Performs Pixar in Concert

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The Philadelphia Orchestra Performs Pixar in Concert
The Philadelphia Orchestra Performs Pixar in Concert
7 PM on Friday, July 25
2 PM Saturday, July 26 




The Philadelphia Orchestra, which pioneered combining symphonic music with film in Disney’s Fantasia, performs Pixar in Concert, live music scores from the studio’s beloved animated features combined with dazzling film clips from all 14 Pixar hits. The program offers the unique experience of the Orchestra performing the vibrant scores to montages of Pixar films, which have given audiences of all ages some of the most touching and memorable moments in movie history, in concert at the family-friendly times of 7 PM on Friday, July 25, and 2 PM Saturday, July 26, in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center.

The 14 films that Pixar Animation Studios has produced have changed the way animation is looked at on the big screen. One of the distinguishing aspects of the Pixar films is serious and respectful attention to music and its role in that storytelling. All 14 scores have been written by just four composers and, collectively, this music has won three Academy Awards, received 10 additional Oscar nominations, and won 10 Grammy Awards.


Music from all 14 Pixar animated features will be performed: Toy Story, Finding Nemo,Ratatouille, A Bug’s Life, Wall-E, Toy Story 2, Cars, Up, The Incredibles, Monsters, Inc., Cars 2, Toy Story 3,  and the latest additions, Brave and Monsters University.


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

 Location:   Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center

 This event is appropriate for:  the whole family

 Cost: Tickets, which start at $35
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Honor Fallen Military Heroes this Memorial Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center

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Honor Fallen Military Heroes this Memorial Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center

Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, 2013

 This Memorial Day weekend, the National Constitution Center will honor U.S. service men and women who have given their lives in defense of the Constitution and its legacy of freedom. From Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, 2013, visitors can participate in an array of FREE activities about the history and significance of the Memorial Day holiday. PLEASE NOTE: The Center will have extended hours on Sunday, May 26, 2013 and will open at 9:30 a.m.

The Center will offer special price breaks throughout the weekend:

• Visitors who purchase three tickets will get the fourth ticket free.
• Families can purchase a Freedom Family Membership to the Center for a 20% discount; members enjoy free, unlimited museum access, invitations to members-only programs and events, a 10% discount in the museum store and Delegates’ Cafe, and more.

The Center’s Memorial Day Weekend programming includes:

 Memorials: How a Nation Remembers Show10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m.
This 20-minute interactive program illuminates the history of our nation’s famous memorials, including Little Bighorn, the U.S.S. Arizona, and the Lincoln Memorial.


Liberty Tree Show
10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Memorial Day Weekend marks the “birthday” of the National Constitution Center’s very own living memorial, the Liberty Tree. Visitors can learn about the history of Liberty Trees in America and the story of how Pennsylvania’s Liberty Tree came to live on the Center’s lawn.

Flag Etiquette Workshop
11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Explore the history and meaning behind America’s national symbol and learn about the ways to handle the flag with reverence and respect.

Flag Ceremonies
9:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.
The American flag will be raised every morning and lowered every evening on the Center’s front lawn. Visitors will have the opportunity to participate as they learn the proper protocol for this poignant ceremony.

Giant Flag Folding Activity
1:30 p.m.
After learning the ins and outs of flag etiquette, visitors can put their new knowledge to the test as they help fold the National Constitution Center’s giant American flag!

Patriotic Karaoke Station
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visitors will have an opportunity to sing their favorite songs about America.

Make and Take Craft Activities
10 a.m. to 3 p.m
Visitors can create patriotic crafts including poppy pins—the symbol of Memorial Day- as well as star wreaths and crepe paper American flags.
For more information:   constitutioncenter.org/

 Location: National Constitution Center- 525 Arch Street, Independence Mall Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Family Fun at the Devon Horse Show

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Family Fun at the Devon Horse Show



The Devon Horse Show runs from May 23rd - June 2nd. This year they are offering family and children's days, which makes it a perfect time to visit.

  • Family Day:     Thursday, May 23. Specials at the Fair and Midway. Free General Admission tickets to the first 150 children
  • Family Day: Tuesday, May 28. Includes the afternoon guided back-barn tours. Specials at the Fair and Midway.
  • Family Day: Sunday, June 2. Specials at the Fair and Midway. Pony Rides from 11am -1pm! Don't miss the Itty Bitty Hat Parade at 11am!

Check out more great events on the  Devon Horse Show website
For more information: www.thedevonhorseshow.org
Location: Lancaster Pike and Dorset Rd Devon, PA 19333

 This event is appropriate for the whole family
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Fun Things Top 10 Picks for January 4, 5, & 6

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Fun Things Top 10 Picks for January 4, 5, & 6

Our top 10 picks for this weekend January 4th, 5th, & 6th



Friday

 1. Last weekend to catch Disney on Ice: Rockin' Ever After at the Wells Fargo Center

Saturday

2. Free Admission to select museums for Bank of America card holders all weekend.

3. Make a birdhouse at Home Depot's free workshop

4. Storytime for the Holidays at Hedgerow Theatre

5.  Last chance to see the Brandywine River Museum Railroad before it closes at their Choo Choo family workshop.

6. Last weekend to see the holiday lights Longwood Gardens.
7. Head to the Haverford library for some yoga time with the kids.

8. Join the Continental  Army at Valley Forge Park 

9. Get your tickets to see Dr. Dolittle or Velveteen Rabbit at the Media Theater

Sunday
10.   Lace up your skates and head to the Skatium for their annual winterfest.                                      



* Check out our calendar for more ideas.

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Free Summer Wednesday's Make and Take at AC Moore

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Free Summer Wednesday's Make and Take at AC Moore



Every Wednesday from 3-5 pm in August head to AC Moore for a make and take craft for the kids.  This weeks crafts are duck tape pinwheel pencils.


For more information:  www.acmoore.com/

Location:  2940 Springfield Road Broomall, PA 19008

This event is appropriate for:   2 and older

Cost:  free
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