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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!

Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Holiday Shows, Santa Sighting Dec 19-20

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Thu, 12/17/2015 - 3:00am

What is your favorite part of the holiday season? Decorating the perfect Christmas tree? Driving around to see holiday lights? Running in a Christmas Themed 5K or planning a day trip over Winter Break? No matter what makes this season special for you, our Events Calendar can help find details on the best of the best around the Philadelphia area.

Eat Breakfast with the Trains or spend Christmas with the Dolls at Brandywine River Museum. Take a train ride on Colebrookdale Railroad. Or, enjoy a holiday show such as Upper Darby Performing Arts Center's Shooting Star Holiday Show, Act II Playhouse' Murray the Elf, or Arden Theatre's Hans Brinker and the Silver Skates.

To keep up with the latest holiday event news, be sure to follow Mommy Poppins Philly on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. And, be sure to enjoy your favorite things this season.

Weekday Picks for Philly Kids: Trains, Nutcracker, Museums Dec 14-18

Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on Sat, 12/12/2015 - 11:00pm

How much longer until Christmas? is the question posed to many parents throughout the Delaware Valley around this time of year. Children are full of anticipation, yet parents are weary from holiday preparations such as card sending, gift wrapping, and elf-moving. (How many times have you forgotten to move your elf so far?)

Make your life a little easier by keeping the kids busy with activities from our Events Calendar. This week does not disappoint. Check out Star Wars Night at Franklin Square. Make Crafts in the Playhouse at Smith Memorial Playground. Take a train ride on New Hope & Ivyland Railroad or stop by the Delaware Art Museum to see The Muppet Christmas Carol at Popcorn & Pictures.

Continue reading for our top picks for the week ahead but browse the entire calendar to view all of the options. To narrow the search, select age range, area, and type. Be sure to check out the free events on our calendar too! Have a great week.

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