Mother’s Day is just around the corner and as a thank you to all that moms do, Philly’s newest and tallest attraction, One Liberty Observation Deck, is offering moms free admission to see Philly From The Top on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8!

Bring the whole family for a souvenir family photo with the Philly skyline as a backdrop.



Open 10 am to 10 pm Mother’s Day and every day, One Liberty Observation Deck is Philadelphia’s tallest enclosed observation deck. At 883 feet up, visitors enjoy 360° views, 365 days a year, morning, noon and night! Get a top-down look at iconic sights, breathtaking views and discover the music, sports and culture that is the City of Brotherly Love.




For more information:  https://www.phillyfromthetop.com

Location:  1650 Market Street, Philadelphia PA

This event is appropriate for:  the whole family

Cost: Adult $19 (Ages 12+)
Youth $14 (Ages 3-11)

Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10AM - 11:30AM. See a store associate to join the fun!

Call to make your reservations 610-358-3435


For more information:   http://kohllibrary.org/


Location:   687 Smithbridge Rd Glen Mills PA


This event is appropriate for:   5 and older


Cost: free

Four craft events for Mother's Day this week at Michaels Craft Stores.





For more information:   www.michaels.com


Location:   601 W Baltimore Pike Springfield, PA 19064


This event is appropriate for:   ages 3 and older


Cost: you will need to purchase supplies 

Pottery Barn Kids are inviting mothers and grandmothers to join them for a special tea-time with their child. Bring your favorite doll or teddy bear for a afternoon of refreshments, stories, and more on  RSVP is required.



For more information:  www.potterybarnkids.com


Location:  690 West Dekalb Pike King of Prussia, PA

In celebration of Mother’s Day, Adventure Aquarium and NBC 10 invite you to celebrate the women in your lives by giving them the gift of Adventure! On May 8, 2011 admission tickets to Adventure Aquarium will be just $10.00 all day. In addition, all moms will receive a complimentary flower*. To take advantage of this exclusive, online-only offer guests must visit www.adventureaquarium.com to purchase their special “NBC 10 Day” ticket.

NBC 10 Day is the perfect time to bring the family out to Adventure Aquarium – now America’s Most Touchable Aquarium - featuring tons of immersive “touch” experiences that allow guests to get beyond the glass to become a part of the aquarium experience. And, with $10 admission all day, NBC 10 Day is as cost-effective as it is cool! Roll up your sleeves to touch sea stars, sea cucumbers, shrimp, jellyfish, isopods - even sharks! Guests of Adventure Aquarium's NBC 10 Day can also hand-feed African birds in a free flight aviary, visit our Nile hippos Button and Genny, walk through our suspended 40 foot Shark Tunnel, or even touch, hand-feed and possibly wade in with the gentle residents of Stingray Beach Club!

***Check out our review of Adventure Aquarium hwww.kidsdelco.com/adventure-aquarium

On Saturday May 7th check out this fun indoor activity for the kids! Starts at 10am and goes till 11am. You need to register -click here to register



For more information: www.lowesbuildandgrow.com

Location: LOWE'S OF N. WILMINGTON, DE 3100 BRANDYWINE PKWY

This event is appropriate for: kids ages 6 and older

Cost: free

Families are Invited to experience Garden Tours, Children’s Activities,

Tree House Scavenger Hunts, and Bluebird and Pond Discovery Stations.



– FRIDAY, MAY 6 - and - SATURDAY, MAY 7, 2011



Tyler Arboretum, the official local partner of National Public Gardens Day, joins Longwood Gardens, the Morris Arboretum and 500+ public gardens across the nation in a day that recognizes public gardens and their important role in educating the public on environmental preservation through plant and water conservation.


At Tyler Arboretum, visitors are invited on Friday and Saturday to celebrate. Admission to the Arboretum is free on Friday, May 6, with a National Public Gardens Day coupon, from the May issue of Better Homes and Gardens, or download your coupon good for two free admissions from www.BHG.com. Special, interactive programs designed for family fun will take place on both days, and include: Children’s Activity Stations, Tree House Scavenger Hunts, and Bluebird and Pond Discovery Stations. Two special Garden Tours will also take place — Wister Rhododendron Garden at 11 a.m. and Woodland Wildflowers at 1 p.m.



When: Friday May 6, 2011, the start of Mother’s Day Weekend.

10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.



Saturday May 7, 2011

10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.



Where: Tyler Arboretum- 515 Painter Rd, Media, PA 610-566-9134

For More Information:Visit www.nationalpublicgardensday.org for more information.

The Knack℠ Card Make-It Take-It

May 3rd from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

With purchase of flower. Honor mom this Mother's Day with a heartfelt card that you design yourself. While supplies last.

Ages 3 and up.

Necklace Event Make-It Take-It

May 4th from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m

With purchase of T-shirt. Learn to create your own jewelry designs with T-shirts. While supplies last.

Ages 14 and up.





The Knack℠ Frame Event Make-It Take-It

May 4th from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m

Make it a picture perfect Mother's Day. Make mom a handcrafted frame. While supplies last.
Ages 3 and up.


The Knack℠ Clay Pot Event Make-It Take-It

May 6th from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m

with purchase of clay pot. Create something handy for mom to hold her jewelry. Make a clay pot jewelry holder for Mother's Day. While supplies last.

Ages 3 and up.



Paper Event FREE Make-It Take-It

May 7th from 10:00 a.m. - Noon

Celebrate National Scrapbook Day making gifts for Mom. Create a custom scrapbook page for Mother's Day. While supplies last.

Ages 14 and up.



For more information: www.michaels.com

Location: SPRINGFIELD 601 W Baltimore Pike Springfield, PA 19064

This event is appropriate for: kids ages 3 and older