Kristen Sullivan

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Weekday Picks for Philly Kids: MLK Jr., Museums, Nature Jan 18-22

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Mon, 01/18/2016 - 3:00am

Whether you have off on Monday, or it is just another typical week in January, our Events Calendar is ready to provide many ideas on what to do with the kids. This week, Longwood Gardens hosts its annual OrKid Day, which is filled with discovery stations and children's activities. Many local museums offer free or discounted admission in honor of Martin Luther King Day, such as National Liberty Museum, National Museum of American Jewish History, and African American Museum in Philadelphia. And, outdoorsy types can find nature hikes and animal experiences this week as well.

Be sure to plan out all your winter fun with the help of our recently published 25 Things We Want to Do with Philly Kids This Winter post and our Ski & Snow Sport Guide. Stay connected to Mommy Poppins Philly on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Instagram. Enjoy the week ahead!

Weekday Picks for Philly Kids: Theater, Nature, Stories Jan 11-15

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Sun, 01/10/2016 - 3:00am

The month of January can be grey and dull. But, it certainly doesn't have to be. Make it lively and exciting by filling your week with activities found in our Events Calendar.

This week, children can stay busy by learning about movement, taking in a theater production, or discovering interesting facts about owls. Or, take baby to a movie at Bryn Mawr Film Institute or bring the older kids to Bartram's Gardens for its Homeschooler Day.

To keep up with new events that are constantly added to our listing, be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Pinterest, Twitter, and Instagram. Make it a great week!

Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Reptiles, Art, Science Jan 9-10

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Thu, 01/07/2016 - 3:00am

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.

Weekday Picks for Philly Kids: Nature, Stories, Art Jan 4-8

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Sun, 01/03/2016 - 3:00am

School schedules, sports practices, predictable sleeping patterns... I am longing for normalcy to return to my home. To be clear, I love celebrating with family and friends while taking a break from our regular lives. But, I notice that my kids thrive when there is order and routine.

To settle back into the familiar, Philly families can count on our event calendar which features a variety of fun. Take your little ones to the library for storytime. Appreciate art at a local museum. Or, explore the outdoors during wintertime.

Read on for our top picks for the week. But, don't forget to browse our January GO List to help plan out fun for the entire month. Enjoy the week ahead. As for me, I'm looking forward to getting back to normal this week!

Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Genghis Khan, Yuletide, Resolutions Jan 2-3

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Thu, 12/31/2015 - 3:00am

The first weekend in January has arrived, and families throughout Philadelphia are trying to keep to their New Year's resolutions such as exercising more, losing weight, or becoming more organized. However, if your resolution is to experience more of Philly and its surrounding suburbs in 2016, our Events Calendar can help.

Explore the Franklin Institute and learn about Genghis Khan as this special exhibit which concludes this weekend. Catch one of the last performances of Jack Frost Saves Christmas at The Media Theatre. Or, savor the beauty of the duPont mansion as Yuletide at Winterthur finishes another season.

Mommy Poppins Philly is on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest so be sure to follow us. Make sure to sign up for our newsletters which are delivered straight to your inbox on Sundays and Thursdays. Together, let's make 2016 a year full of new and exciting experiences!

Weekday Picks for Philly Kids: All Star Days, NYE Fun Dec 28-Jan 1

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Mon, 12/28/2015 - 3:00am

As 2015 comes to an end, Philly families can reflect on all the fun that was had throughout the year. Whether it was making memories on vacation, exploring a museum for the first time, or visiting Historic Philadelphia, we hope it has been a great year.

But 2015 isn't over yet, and this last week of the year does not disappoint! The Academy of Natural Science hosts its annual All-Star Days and Delaware Museum of Natural History features its Discovery Days. The National Constitution Center holds Holiday Week where kids can dress in period clothing, make crafts, and meet historical characters.

Continue reading for the top picks for the week. Don't forget to check out our Events Calendar for a complete listing of winter break fun and our New Year's Eve Round Up which offers lots of family-friendly ways to welcome 2016.

Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Christmas, Kwanzaa, Celebrations Dec 25-27

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Thu, 12/24/2015 - 3:00am

Winter break is finally here. Children are home from school. Moms and dads have taken days off from work. Now, everyone can sit back to savor time with family and friends. However, if the idea of winter break makes you wonder, "How am I going to occupy the children until school starts again?" do not worry! Our events calendar is your holiday wish come true.

Go see show such as Wizard of Oz at Gratz College Theatre or Cinderella at Ambler Theater. Check out Kwanzaa celebrations at the Please Touch Museum and the African American Museum in Philadelphia. Or burn off some of those Christmas cookies at special events held at BounceU in Horsham.

No matter how you spend Christmas and the weekend ahead, enjoy this time with family and friends. For the latest fun, stay connect to Mommy Poppins through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Weekday Picks for Philly Kids: Winter Celebrations, Museums, Christmas Fun Dec 21-25

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Sun, 12/20/2015 - 3:00am

The countdown is on. Christmas is almost here, and winter break is even closer than that. Philly families can find ways to get into the holiday spirit and keep the kids happy by turning to our Events Calendar which is filled almost as full as Santa's sleigh!

See a Christmas show, go ice skating, watch a Nutcracker performance, or experience Wells Fargo Center's Disney on Ice. Consider planning a getaway to the Sweetest Place on Earth and be sure to download some kid shows for the ride. On the other hand, if your focus is still on last minute shopping, check out our Round Up of Holiday Drop and Shop opportunities.

Read on to see our top weekday picks and have a very Merry Christmas!

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