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Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Reptiles, Art, Science Jan 9-10
As January finally brings cold winter air into Philadelphia, many families retreat indoors, while others brave the plummeting temperatures. Whatever best suits your family, there are many ways to spend these cold winter days throughout the Delaware Valley.
If you are ready to experience brisk wintertime weather, participate in the Conservancy Cottage Winter Bird Count or learn about unique animal critters at Warwick County Park's Weird Wildlife workshop. However, if your family prefers to retreat indoors when the mercury drops, this weekend does not disappoint. Enjoy the Academy of Natural Sciences' Reptile exhibit, the Delaware Children's Museum's Try Science workshop, or The Michener Museum's Family Drawing Days.
Whether indoors or out, much fun awaits this weekend. To stay on top of the latest activities, be sure to sign up for our newsletter which is delivered to your inbox on Sundays and Thursdays.
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Reptiles: The Beautiful and the Deadly- Philadelphia, PA
It's the last weekend to see the Academy of Natural Sciences' exhibit that focuses on snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodiles from all over the world. Visitors can extend the fun by staying the night at the Museum's Safari Overnight!
Try Science- Wilmington, DE
The Delaware Children's Museum features a monthly hands-on workshop for kid to learn about different scientific concepts. This month's theme is Be a Physiologist.
Saturday, January 9
Weird Wildlife- Pottstown, PA
Visitors to Warwick County Park learn about a variety of animals, including venomous snakes, dogs who climb trees, and other unusual creatures who live in this part of the state.
Tots on Tour- Hamilton, NJ
Take a ride to the Grounds for Sculpture for a special story time, and craft project. Kids can become an official GFS Park Explorer too! This experience is best suited for children ages 3-5.
Kitchen Science- Philadelphia, PA
Learn how important understanding science is while cooking in the kitchen through hands-on activities at the Franklin Institute.
Family Hour- Philadelphia, PA
The National Liberty Museum hosts family programming, in which children and their parents can listen to a story and reflect on its connection to the ideas presented throughout the Museum. This week's featured story is Katie's Cabbage by Katie Stagliano.
Sunday, January 10
PECO Family Jams- Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia Magic Gardens offers monthly hands-on workshops that expose children to all sorts of artistic exploration, such as mosiacs, watercolors, and more. This month, kids can participate in Creations in Clay.
Winter Bird Count- Gladwyne, PA
Bird lovers can bring their binoculars and head to Conservancy Cottage to help in the Winter Bird Count. Experienced Bird Watch volunteers are on hand to assist beginner bird watchers.
Second Sunday Family Corner- Philadelphia, PA
Visitors to the National Museum of American Jewish History can explore the galleries, make crafts, and listen to stories at this special family-oriented event.
Sunday Studio- Wilmington, DE
Participate in Delaware Museum of Art's Sunday Studio in which children and adults create art together. This month's theme is Stillman Still Lifes.
Family Drawing Days- Doylestown, PA
Spend the afternoon drawing at The Michener Museum. A variety of drawing materials are supplied; however, guests must register to participate.
Photo courtesy of The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
