Over a million lights illuminate the Philadelphia Zoo with LumiNature as it transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland. Photo by Georgi Anastasov

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Photo ops abound at the gorgeous light displays at LumiNature. Photo by Winnie Chung for the Philadelphia Zoo

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The zoo lights are aglow at LumiNature. Photo courtesy of the Philadelphia Zoo

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Curiosity meets discovery in Body Odyssey, where the walkthrough Giant Heart is just the beginning.

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Photo courtesy of Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

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Kids under 18 are always free at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Photo by Liz Baill

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Fishtown families flock to Penn Treaty Park for the waterfront views, special events, and open space. Photo by M. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia

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Grand Slam U.S.A. challenges you to a game of laser tag! Photo courtesy of the center

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Build birthday memories brick by brick at LEGOLAND. Photo courtesy of LEGOLAND

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Put your skills to the test on the obstacle course at Urban Air. Photo courtesy of Urban Air

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Visit the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP), located in the heart of Old City.

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Take in 300 years of history on Elfreth's Alley. Photo courtesy of the museum

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In addition to Pay-What-You-Wish First Sundays, kids 18 and under are always free at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of the museum

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Ultimo Coffee serves up treats and pours hearts all day. Photo courtesy of the shop

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Turn your eye of the tiger into the eye of an artist at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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Learn all about fire safety and the history of firefighters in Philly at the Fireman's Hall Museum.Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia

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Both babies and dogs love stroller walks for some fresh air. Photo courtesy of Gina Massaro for Mommy Poppins

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Parents eat while kids climb and slide at Craft Hall.

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Try a whiz-wit at Tony Luke's, a reliable Philly cheesesteak spot with multiple locations. Photo courtesy of J. Varney for GPTMC

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Challenge the rope bridge and zip line at Elmwood Park Zoo. Photo courtesy of the zoo

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Kids can zoom down the slide and, of course, launch scarves at Kith + Kin. Photo courtesy of Kith + Kin

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No one walks the plank, but everyone has fun with with Scallywag’s Pirate Adventures in Erie. Photo courtesy of Scallywag's Pirate Adventures.

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Car Seat Safety Checks for Philadelphia Parents

2/28/17 - By Cait Sumner

Installing a new infant car seat can be confusing. There are a lot of rules when it comes to car seat safety, and sometimes it can seem overwhelming. Is it in tight enough? Is it straight enough? Are the straps set correctly? Only about 5% of parents get it right on their own- and about half of the 95% who did it wrong have older kids and have done it before. Sometimes, just having a second pair of eyes looking at your baby's seat can alleviate all your concerns. Car seat safety checks are a great (and free) resource for parents. It never hurts to get checked out. That's why we've compiled a list of places in the area who offer free car seat safety inspections regularly, so you can have a little peace of mind. We recommend calling ahead of time as most are by appointment only.

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Montgomery County

Flourtown Fire Company
1526 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA
The first Wednesday of every month from 5-8 PM.

Abington Jefferson Health
1200 Old York Rd, Abington, PA
The third Saturday of each month 1-5 PM by appointment only. Call 267-426-5714.

Limerick Fire Station
390 West Ridge Pike, Limerick, PA
Third Friday of each month from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM. By appointment only. Call 610-278-5119

Battalion One Fire Station
325 Stump Road, Montgomeryville, PA
The fourth Thursday of every month 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM. By appointment only. Call 610-278-5119.

Montgomery Township Police Department
1001 Stump Rd, Montgomeryville, PA
By appointment only. Call 215-362-2301.

Montgomery Hose and Steam Fire Station
201 West Freedley Street, Norristown, PA
The second Wednesday of every month 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM. By appointment only. Call 610-278-5119.

Pottstown Memorial Medical Center
1600 E. High Street, Pottstown, PA
Every third Friday of the month. By appointment only. Call 610-327-7145.

PA State Police- Skippack
2047C Bridge Road, Skippack, PA
By appointment only. Call 610-584-1250.

Audi of Willow Grove
1520 Easton Road, Willow Grove, PA
By appointment only. Call Ryan Stern:215-938-0600.

Plymouth Fire Company
1323 Colwell Lane, Conshohocken, PA
The second and fourth Wednesday from 5-8 PM.

Bucks County

St. Mary Medical Center
1201 Langhorne Newtown Road, Langhorne, PA
First Saturday of every month 9 AM- noon and the fourth Wednesday of every month from 3-6 PM.

PA State Police- Perkasie
3218 Rickert Road, Perkasie, PA
By appointment only. Call 215-249-9191.

Delaware County

PA State Police- Media
1342 W. Baltimore Pike, Media, PA
By appointment only. Call 484-840-1000.

S. M. Vauclain Fire Company
1201 Haverford Road, Crum Lynn, PA
The second Thursday of every month 10 AM - noon

Middletown Fire Company
425 S. New Middletown Road, Media, PA
The third Thursday of every month 10 AM - 2 PM

Chester County

PA State Police- Coatesville
997 Lieds Rd, Coatesville, PA
By appointment only. Call 610-486-6181.

West Whiteland Township Police Department
101 Commerce Dr, Exton, PA
Monday through Friday, by appointment only. Call 610-363-0200

West Goshen Police Department
1025 Paoli Pike, West Chester, PA
The second and fourth Thursday of every month. By appointment only. Call 610-344-5557.

Goshen Fire Company
1320 Park Avenue, West Chester, PA
By appointment only. Call 484-888-3162.

Chester County Sheriff
201 West Market Street, Suite 120, West Chester, PA
By appointment only. Call 610-344-6139.

Philadelphia County

PA State Police- Philadelphia
2201 Belmont Ave., Philadelphia, PA
By appointment only. Call 215-560-6200.

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
3601 A Street, Philadelphia, PA
First Monday of each month 5-8 PM. By appointment only. Call 267-426-5714.

Philadelphia Fire Department Engine 22
3270 Comly Road, Philadelphia, PA
The third Monday of each month 5-8 PM. By appointment only. Call 267-426-5714.

AAA Car Care
1601 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA
The second Wednesday of every month from 5-8 PM.

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