Events
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Y Kids Club Summer Kick-Off with Super Why & Woofster
Presented by WHYY Inc. at WHYY - Technology Center June 9, 2012 Hip, hip, hooray! It’s SUMMER!
Calling all Super Readers! Mosey on down or walk like an Egyptian to WHYY to kick off the summer with your friends, Super WHY and Woofster! Come on an Around the World adventure – from Ancient Egypt to the Wild West!
We’ll be making crafts, playing games, dancing and going on an exciting scavenger hunt. Get a temporary tattoo, collect Super Why! stickers, and enjoy delicious Bassett’s Ice Cream...and more!
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WHYY Inc. |
06/09/12 |
WHYY - Technology Center, Philadelphia |
West Park Arts Fest
Presented by West Park Cultural Center at Fairmount Park June 9, 2012 A kick-off to another summer of fun begins at the 5th Annual West Park Arts Fest in Fairmount Park at 40th and Parkside. The festival, featuring performances and activities by a wide range of artists, community organizations and featured guests is free and will occur rain or shine. The theme for the 2012 festival,“Friends Across Cultures,” is about celebrating the unique multicultural richness of art, nature and community engagement by bringing together arts and cultural...
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West Park Cultural Center |
06/09/12 |
Fairmount Park, Philadelphia |
Skippyjon Jones
Presented by Walnut Street Theatre at Walnut Street Theatre for Kids June 2, 2012 Skippyjon Jones is a little kitten with big ears and even bigger dreams! He longs to be someone different, so he transforms himself into Skippito Friskito, the greatest canine sword fighter in old Mexico. But when Skippyjon is challenged by a bullying bee, will he be a 'fraidy-cat or the top dog? Find out in Judy Schachner's charming musical encouraging kids to follow their dreams.
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Walnut Street Theatre |
06/02/12 |
Walnut Street Theatre for Kids, Philadelphia |
Camp Walnut
Presented by Walnut Street Theatre at Walnut Street Theatre July 9-August 5, 2012 Camp Walnut is "serious fun." Join the area's best teaching artists and kids who love theatre for four weeks of intense training, dynamic performances and friendship! Philadelphia's youngest stars study at America's oldest theatre, located at 9th and Walnut Streets. Three divisions are offered for campers ages 8-18, from beginner to advanced, so each student can develop his or her talent.
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Walnut Street Theatre |
07/09/12 -
08/05/12 |
Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia |
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Footwerx - The Show
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The Wilma Theater |
08/04/12 |
The Wilma Theater, Philadelphia |
Flower Pots and Crazy Plants!...on the Wheel!
Presented by The Clay Studio at The Clay Studio June 2, 2012 Create flower pots and crazy plants from your imagination! Be sure to wear clothes you're not afraid to get dirty, because we're going to have lots of fun playing in the mud! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The tuition fee covers one individual but you must register for each person attending the class (adults and children both). Classes are appropriate for children ages 4 and up. Classes are open for online registration and tickets are sold the day of on a first-come,...
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The Clay Studio |
06/02/12 |
The Clay Studio, Philadelphia |
Saturday Children and Family Workshop...Father's Day Celebration! Trophies for Dad!
Presented by The Clay Studio at The Clay Studio June 16, 2012 Build a fantastic trophy for your dad to let him know that he's the best! Be sure to wear clothes you're not afraid to get dirty, because we're going to have lots of fun playing in the mud!
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tuition fee covers one individual but you must register for each person attending the class (adults and children both). Classes are appropriate for children ages 4 and up. Classes are open for online registration and tickets are sold the day of...
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The Clay Studio |
06/16/12 |
The Clay Studio, Philadelphia |
Student Stage Summer Theater Camps at St. Peter's School
Presented by Student Stage at St. Peter's School June 25-July 27, 2012 Student Stage is a summer theater camp program held at St. Peter's School in Society Hill, Center City. Offering three theater camp programs and free performances for the community at the end of each session.
Theater camp: kids write and direct their own one-act plays.
Musical camp: kids learn songs and dances from classic and original musicals.
Advanced Creative camp: kids write their own songs and choreograph their own dances.
Student Stage camps are for...
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Student Stage |
06/25/12 -
07/27/12 |
St. Peter's School, Philadelphia |
Spirit of Philadelphia Father's Day Lunch Cruise
Presented by Spirit of Philadelphia at Spirit of Philadelphia June 17, 2012 Make this year special for dad by celebrating Father’s Day aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia. Enjoy a family friendly environment with a bountiful buffet and engaging DJ entertainment while taking in the scenic views of the city of Brotherly Love. Give dad a Father’s Day that he won’t soon forget on board a cruise on the Delaware.
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Spirit of Philadelphia |
06/17/12 |
Spirit of Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Spirit of Philadelphia Father's Day Dinner Cruise
Presented by Spirit of Philadelphia at Spirit of Philadelphia June 17, 2012 Make this year special for dad by celebrating Father’s Day aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia. Enjoy a family friendly environment with a bountiful buffet and engaging DJ entertainment while taking in the scenic views of the city of Brotherly Love. Give dad a Father’s Day that he won’t soon forget on board a cruise on the Delaware.
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Spirit of Philadelphia |
06/17/12 |
Spirit of Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Spanish Classes for Kids
Presented by Spanish 'n' Me at Queen Village Art Center April 19-June 14, 2012 In this 45-minute class, you and your child will discover just how exciting it can be to learn a new language! Journey through the world of Spanish with songs, puppetry, dance, and much more!
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Spanish 'n' Me |
04/19/12 -
06/14/12 |
Queen Village Art Center, Phildelphia |
Visit the Rosenbach Museum & Library
Presented by Rosenbach Museum and Library at Rosenbach Museum and Library July 1, 2011-July 1, 2012 Every day there is plenty to do at the Rosenbach Museum & Library! You can take a house tour, visit special exhibitions and browse in the museum shop. Tours are offered on the hour during Museum hours, docents guide small groups of visitors through the Rosenbach brothers' 19th-century townhouse, including Dr. Rosenbach's rare book library, Philip Rosenbach's sitting room, and the recreation of modernist poet Marianne Moore's Greenwich Village living room. The...
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Rosenbach Museum and Library |
07/01/11 -
07/01/12 |
Rosenbach Museum and Library, Philadelphia |
From Pen to Publisher: The Life of Three Sendak Picture Books
Presented by Rosenbach Museum and Library at Rosenbach Museum and Library January 25-July 15, 2012 This exhibit follows the lives of three picture books by Maurice Sendak—The Sign on Rosie’s Door (1960), Outside Over There (1981), and Brundibar (2003)—as they take three radically different paths from pen to publisher.
With dates spanning 43 years, these books reveal how Sendak pursued and preserved a core idea or character through his own artistic refinements and the ever-changing techniques and technologies of the publishing industry.
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Rosenbach Museum and Library |
01/25/12 -
07/15/12 |
Rosenbach Museum and Library, Philadelphia |
Bloomsday
Presented by Rosenbach Museum and Library at Rosenbach Museum and Library June 16, 2012 Join us for this free, all-day outdoor reading of James Joyce’s "Ulysses." Whether you are new to Joyce or a regular at Bloomsday, drop in to be inspired by great literature.
June 16, 2012 will mark the Rosenbach's 20th annual Bloomsday—we promise that this is an event that is not to be missed!
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Rosenbach Museum and Library |
06/16/12 |
Rosenbach Museum and Library, Philadelphia |
Go Ulysses! A Puppet Show
Presented by Rosenbach Museum and Library at Rosenbach Museum and Library June 13, 2012 Stroll the streets of James Joyce’s Dublin as you never have before…led by puppets! This 30-minute theatrical adaptation captures the wit of Ulysses, while introducing the novel to the next generation of Ulysses lovers. Produced by Drama of Works, twice-over winners at the World Festival of Puppet Art, Go Ulysses! offers a refreshing and charming take on an often-misunderstood masterpiece. Fun and appropriate for children under 10.
Drama of...
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Rosenbach Museum and Library |
06/13/12 |
Rosenbach Museum and Library, Philadelphia |
Rockin' Rummage Sale
Presented by Rock to the Future at First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia June 2, 2012 Come out to the First Unitarian Church (21st and Chestnut) for a Rockin' Rummage Sale! One person's junk is another's treasure! Come search through flea market items, local artwork, crafts, and support Rock to the Future! Live music and food!
Rock to the Future is a Fishtown/Kensington-area nonprofit that gives local kids the chance to get homework help and rock out every day after school! To learn more, visit http://www.RocktotheFuturePhilly.org/.
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Rock to the Future |
06/02/12 |
First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Rennie Harris' 16th Annual Illadelph Legends Hip-Hop Dance Festival
Presented by Rennie Harris Puremovement at University of the Arts July 26-August 1, 2012 The Illadelph Legends Festival remains the longest continually run hip-hop festival dedicated to the evolution of hip-hop music and dance, featuring the most electrifying innovators and pioneers of Hip Hop movement.
Celebrating 16 consecutive years, the 2012 Illadelph Legends Festival will have a full schedule of master classes, lecture demonstrations, open jam sessions, panel discussions, and break-out sessions from 9 am-5 pm daily.
The Illadelph Legends Festival...
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Rennie Harris Puremovement |
07/26/12 -
08/01/12 |
University of the Arts, Philadelphia |
Weccacoe Playground Family Fun Day
Presented by Queen Village Neighbors Association at Weccacoe Playground June 2, 2012 Join the Friends of Weccacoe for this special day of family fun as they raise money for playground renovations. Enjoy live music, food, raffles, arts and crafts for kids, face painting and environmental education all for a good cause. Admission is free.
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Queen Village Neighbors Association |
06/02/12 |
Weccacoe Playground, Philadelphia |
6th Annual Phyzz Phest
Presented by Physick House at Physick House July 7, 2012 Sixth Annual Philly Phyzz Phest
Landmarks Celebrates “Soda’s Pop”
To celebrate Dr. Physick’s life, achievements and contributions to Philadelphia history, Landmarks will host a day of fun and activities for the whole family. The festival will be held in the garden of the Physick house; the only freestanding federal-styled mansion remaining in Society Hill, built in 1786 by Henry Hill.
Admission to the Philly Phyzz Phest is FREE and includes:
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Physick House |
07/07/12 |
Physick House, Philadelphia |
Weekend Neighborhood Walking Tours
Presented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens April 7-October 28, 2012 Take an hour and a half walk into the alleyways along South Street and Bainbridge to view Isaiah Zagar's glittering creations! Led by a trained Philadelphia's Magic Gardens interpreter, you'll learn detailed information about Zagar's technique along with the personal and community stories depicted in his large, shimmering murals. Walking tour price includes admission to PMG.
Space is limited and drop in availability not guaranteed. Call 215-733-0390 to reserve your spot...
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Philadelphia's Magic Gardens |
04/07/12 -
10/28/12 |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, Philadelphia |
Family Jams
Presented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens May 13-December 9, 2012 Join Philadelphia's Magic Gardens every second Sunday for a variety of PMG themed, hands-on workshops and kid-friendly tours. Family Jam workshops begin at noon and end at 4 pm. Kid-friendly tours are about a half hour and begin at 2 pm. Past Family Jams have included book arts projects, poetry workshops, paper mosaics, and tile pin-making.
All Family Jams workshops and activities are FREE with admission. Tours are $3 per person plus admission. Family memberships are available for...
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Philadelphia's Magic Gardens |
05/13/12 -
12/09/12 |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, Philadelphia |
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Musicopia String Orchestra Concert
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Philadelphia Youth Orchestra |
06/09/12 |
Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia |
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Philadelphia Youth Orchestra 72nd Annual Festival Concert
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Philadelphia Youth Orchestra |
06/10/12 |
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - Verizon Hall, Philadelphia |
Story Art at Sister Cities Park
Presented by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation at Sister Cities Park June 18-June 25, 2012 Join on Monday's throughout the summer as we present a nature-inspired story and craft. This program is designed to connect kids to their environment using the amenities of Sister Cities Park. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 6 (older and younger siblings are welcome).
This program is weather permitting. All schedules subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation |
06/18/12 -
06/25/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Geocaching: An Urban Adventure in Sister Cities Park
Presented by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation at Sister Cities Park June 22, 2012 Join us as we go on a high-tech treasure hunt in the park using GPS and your sense of adventure. Staff will be on hand to introduce visitors to the fun of geocaching. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support for the environment. GPS instruments will be provided for program use. This program is designed for tweens, teens and...
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation |
06/22/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Story Art at Sister Cities Park
Presented by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 9-August 13, 2012 Join us on Monday's throughout the summer as we present a nature-inspired story and craft. This program is designed to connect kids to their environment using the amenities of Sister Cities Park. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 6 (older and younger siblings are welcome).
This program is weather permitting. All schedules subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation |
07/09/12 -
08/13/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Sister Cities Park Fun, Fitness & Friends
Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 11-August 22, 2012 Join us each Wednesday as we get out and play! We invite kids to become physically active in a fun and friendly environment. Games will be facilitated by trained staff and will be age appropriate, cooperative, and inclusive. The program is designed for ages 5 to 10 and their families.
This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
07/11/12 -
08/22/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Sister Cities Park Trees in the City
Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 13-August 24, 2012 Join Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s Tree Philly program staff on Fridays to learn about trees! Over the course of the summer, staff will use games and crafts to teach about the basic parts of the tree, why trees are important to us, and how we take care of our city trees. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 10.
This program is weather permitting. Schdule subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
07/13/12 -
08/24/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park
Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park June 25, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry.
This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
06/25/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park
Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 9, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry.
This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
07/09/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |